The Kaufman Arts District is a movable feast of excellent dining and drinking! We encourage you to visit our restaurant partners and avail yourselves of special offers for Backlot Festival Attendees!
LOKANTA
(3116 Broadway @ 32nd St)
Authentic Turkish fare amid dazzling decor at this newly-arrived Astoria gem, from Orhan Yegen
GASTROTECA ASTORA
( 33-02 34th Ave @ 33rd St.)
Italian-inspired fare in an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere
SWEET SCENE
(35-13 34th Ave @ 36th St)
Coffee and light bites at this sweet, family-run neighborhood eatery
MONIKA’S CAFE BAR
( 3290 36th St @ 34th Ave)
Cocktails and Mediterranean fare in this slightly decadent streetside cafe
CHELA & GARNACHA
( 33-09 36th Ave @ 33rd St)
Mexican street-food and the borough’s best tacos in this simple, outstanding eatery
AREPA’S CAFE
( 33-07 36th Ave @ 33rd St)
Venezueulan home cooking from this award-winning sister restaurant to the beloved Arepas Grill on Broadway
PSARI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
(32-10 36th Ave @ 33rd St.)
Seafood takes center stage at this upscale Greek taverna
CAFE TRISKELL
(33-04 36th Ave @ 33rd St)
Casual French Bistro, specializing in the cuisine of Bretagne, including a wide selection of savory and sweet Crepes
2DIVE4
(33-10 36th Ave @ 33rd St)
Seafood-centered Tapas and Craft Cocktails help to anchor this spacious, elegant new diner
CEVABDZINICA SARAJEVO
( 37-18 34th Ave @ 37th St)
Homemade Cevapi sausages and Burek cheese pies are the featured fare at this Bosnian fast-food joint
CAFE OLÉ
(38-09 36th Ave @ 38th St)
Authentic Tapas done with style and care define this family-owned Spanish joint
SAMOSSA BITES
( 35-27 31st St @ 35th Ave)
Fresh, flavorful, handmade samossas and authentic Indian style dishes prepared from the finest ingredients sourced locally