The Bonnie
Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Compared with Astoria peers, The Bonnie is the practical choice for casual groups and flexible timing rather than a destination meal. Use it for birthdays, catch-ups, and weekend plans where a relaxed room matters more than a chef-led menu or formal service.
About The Bonnie
The Bonnie is a New York City venue with a business-casual dress code and broad weekly hours.
For planning, the main advantage is schedule coverage: The Bonnie opens at 4 PM Monday through Thursday, at 12 PM Friday, and at 10 AM Saturday and Sunday, with later closing times on Friday and Saturday.
Use it when the hours fit your plan
The Bonnie's hours are Monday through Thursday from 4 PM to 12 AM, Friday from 12 PM to 2 AM, Saturday from 10 AM to 2 AM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 12 AM. Those hours make it easier to compare against other New York City options when timing is the deciding factor.
Who should choose something else
If The Bonnie's hours or dress code do not fit the plan, compare it with other options such as Stamatis, Dionysos Restaurant, Spanglish NYC Astoria, TRU Astoria, or Porta 23. Use those names as alternatives to research directly rather than assuming they share the same format, menu, or atmosphere.
For a return visit, the decision should be practical: come back when The Bonnie's New York City location, business-casual dress code, and posted hours match the occasion. Choose another venue when you need details about cuisine, pricing, menu commitments, or a particular service style before going.
Planning details
- Location
- 29-12 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- thebonnie.com
- Phone
- +17182742105
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Bonnie operates like a classic outer-borough neighbourhood bar-restaurant, where dependability matters as much as creativity. The write-up frames it as the kind of place you return to midweek or trust for a Friday night, which establishes an atmosphere that is casual, relaxed and quietly charming. Rather than staging a formal sequence, the room presents itself as a convivial gathering spot where drinks and food share equal billing. The tone in the description emphasizes familiarity and unpretentious hospitality; expect a service approach and décor that foreground comfort and ease over spectacle.
Best For
This is a venue built for regulars and repeat visits: weeknight dinners, after-work drinks and nights out with friends all fit naturally here. The Bonnie’s format — a menu split into shareables, heartier mains and a separate bar-snack tier — signals a flexible evening where people graze, drink and linger. It’s particularly well suited to those who value a dependable local spot rather than a once-only destination. The review positions it as an Astoria staple for casual socializing and reliably good bar dining in the evenings.
Ordering Tips
Treat the menu as a framework rather than a progression: order a mix of shareable starters and bar snacks and assemble the meal to match the evening’s pace. The write-up highlights a distinct bar-snack tier and emphasizes drinks as co-equal, so plan around cocktails and rounds rather than a single plated sequence. Don’t miss the venue’s signature Dirty Pickle Martini if you want a sense of the bar’s personality. Come ready to share plates, lean on the bar for a more casual experience, and pace dishes to fit rounds of drinks.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, intimate vibe with a bustling bar and inviting setting, featuring a lush garden with retractable roof.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
Dirty Pickle Martini
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 29-12 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
For a more food-specific Astoria meal, try Stamatis or Dionysos Restaurant. For a livelier alternative with a different cuisine angle, compare Spanglish NYC Astoria before committing.
Restaurant context
How The Bonnie compares in Astoria
Choose The Bonnie when the priority is a casual group plan with flexible timing. Stamatis and Dionysos Restaurant are better fits when the group specifically wants a Greek restaurant; they give the meal a clearer food identity, while The Bonnie works better as a general-purpose gathering spot.
Spanglish NYC Astoria is the stronger cross-shop for a more defined Latin-leaning night, and TRU Astoria makes more sense if the group wants a nightlife-forward room. Porta 23 is the practical fallback when availability, location, or group logistics matter more than a specific cuisine brief.
Value depends on what the night needs. The Bonnie is easier to justify when one venue has to cover drinks, mixed appetites, and a loose schedule. For a food-led dinner, start with Stamatis, Dionysos Restaurant, or Spanglish NYC Astoria instead.
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Compare The Bonnie
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Bonnie | New York City | No published awards |
| Porta 23 | New York City | No published awards |
| Stamatis | New York City | No published awards |
| Dionysos Restaurant | New York City | No published awards |
| TRU Astoria | New York City | No published awards |
| Spanglish NYC Astoria | New York City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book The Bonnie?
If you are aiming for a busy evening or weekend time, check The Bonnie's official channels directly. Its hours include Friday from 12 PM to 2 AM, Saturday from 10 AM to 2 AM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 12 AM. Porta 23 and TRU Astoria are other options to research if timing or availability is the priority.
What should I wear to The Bonnie?
The dress code for The Bonnie is business casual. Keep the outfit neat and suitable for a New York City venue, and check directly with the venue if your plans involve a special event or private arrangement.
Is lunch or dinner better at The Bonnie?
The hours show afternoon and evening service Monday through Thursday, a 12 PM opening on Friday, and 10 AM openings on Saturday and Sunday. If you are deciding between lunch and dinner, plan by the posted hours and check the current service schedule rather than assuming a particular meal format. Dionysos Restaurant is another option to research directly if you are comparing plans.
What should a first-timer know about The Bonnie?
First-timers should know the basics: The Bonnie is in New York City, the dress code is business casual, and the hours are Monday through Thursday 4 PM to 12 AM, Friday 12 PM to 2 AM, Saturday 10 AM to 2 AM, and Sunday 10 AM to 12 AM. Check current cuisine, prices, signature dishes, and reservation policies with the venue before going.
What should I order at The Bonnie?
Check The Bonnie's official channels for the current menu before you go. If you want to compare other options, Stamatis and Dionysos Restaurant are also worth researching directly.
Is The Bonnie good for solo dining?
For solo plans, start with the practical details: The Bonnie's New York City location, business-casual dress code, and posted hours, including late closing on Friday and Saturday. If you need a more specific format before deciding, check The Bonnie directly or research another option such as TRU Astoria.
