A date plan
Date · Long Island City
A late-night tour through Long Island City's most atmospheric spots — starting with killer cocktails, ascending to Manhattan skyline views, and ending somewhere deliciously indulgent.
Long Island City · $$ · Bar
Kick things off at The Infamous, a cozy cocktail bar on Jackson Ave that sets the right mood without trying too hard. The dim, hip atmosphere is made for leaning in close over a well-crafted drink — these aren't your average pours. Let the bartender guide you; the cocktail menu rewards curiosity.
~9 min walk (0.5 mi). Walking from The Infamous to The Newsroom, you'll cut through the heart of LIC's arts corridor — keep an eye out for the massive murals along Jackson Ave that glow under the streetlights at night.
Long Island City · $$$ · Restaurant · Cocktail bar
The Newsroom is LIC's best-kept secret — a speakeasy-style bar serving Latin and European-inspired cuisine alongside live entertainment that gives the night a pulse. Think moody lighting, unexpected bites, and a room that hums with just the right energy for a late-night date. Order something off the cocktail menu to pair with whatever the kitchen is sending out.
~5 min walk (0.3 mi). From The Newsroom to Kakes NYC is a short stroll through the 43rd Ave block — take the long way around and peek at the Manhattan skyline framed between the low-rise buildings. This is one of those only-in-Queens views.
Long Island City · $$$ · Dessert restaurant · Brunch restaurant
End the night at Kakes NYC, an upscale lounge-restaurant where American comfort food gets a serious glow-up in a laid-back, after-dark atmosphere. It's the kind of place where dessert doubles as an experience — settle into the lounge, order something sweet and indulgent, and let the night stretch out as long as you want. The vibe says 'one more round' even when you're already full.