Woodbines
Long Island City-Hunters Point, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Woodbines is a practical Long Island City pick when the goal is an easy neighborhood meal rather than a destination reservation. Go for flexible plans around Vernon Boulevard; cross-shop R40, Casa Enrique, or Tournesol if cuisine definition, occasion polish, or wine depth matters more.
About Woodbines
Woodbines is a New York City venue with daily hours and a casual dress code. It opens at 11 AM every day, closes at 12 AM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and closes at 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. For planning purposes, it works best as a casual option, and you should confirm any menu or reservation specifics directly before you go.
A New York City choice for casual plans
The practical case is simple: Woodbines is easiest to plan around its hours and casual dress code. With no cuisine, chef, awards, or price tier to anchor a more specific recommendation, use it for flexible New York City plans rather than a tightly defined destination meal. Diners who want to compare other named options can also look at R40, Casa Enrique, or Tournesol.
There is not enough detail to describe a drinks program, menu focus, or service style at Woodbines. If any of those details will determine your choice, check the venue's official channels before making plans. Based on the available information, the most reliable planning anchors are the daily 11 AM opening time, closing hours, and casual dress code.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Woodbines when your group wants a casual New York City option with daily hours that run from 11 AM into the evening. It is open until 12 AM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. Cross-shop it with R40, Casa Enrique, Tournesol, Madera, or Kaiyo Omakase if you want to compare other options before deciding.
For broader planning, use Our full New York City restaurants guide, then branch into Our full New York City bars guide if the night is more drinks-led. Travelers building a full trip can also check Our full New York City hotels guide, Our full New York City experiences guide, and Our full New York City wineries guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 47-10 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101
- Website
- woodbineslic.com
- Phone
- +1 718 361 8488
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Woodbines positions itself as an ambitious neighborhood dining room that blends fine-dining rigor with the sensory pragmatism of Long Island City. The piece emphasizes its place outside Manhattan’s Michelin conversation, operating where costs and expectations allow risk-taking—multi-course tasting progressions that read like arguments. The setting is rooted in a borough in transition, a strip of Vernon Boulevard that pairs older industrial bones with new residential and cultural growth. The result feels contemporary and quietly sophisticated: a focused, intimate room for diners who want a carefully composed meal without the theater of Midtown tasting counters.
Best For
Woodbines is best experienced in the evening, when its multi-course tasting progression can be taken in as a cohesive meal. The review frames the restaurant as a neighborhood fine-dining alternative—well suited to date nights, special-occasion dinners, and diners who live or are staying in western Queens rather than visitors chasing Manhattan institutions. Its orientation toward an ambitious tasting menu makes it a place for deliberate dining rather than quick meals; groups who appreciate course-by-course pacing and thoughtful sequencing will get the most from a visit.
Ordering Tips
Opt for the multi-course tasting progression when available—the write-up emphasizes how each course is meant to make a case within a larger sequence. Stick to the structured sequence to appreciate the kitchen’s argument about pacing, texture, and flavor. The kitchen’s affectionate use of hearty signatures like Crispy Short Rib Spring Rolls, Short Rib Grilled Cheese, Irish Spice Box, and Corned Beef and Cabbage suggests the menu balances comfort and refinement; sampling those preparations within the tasting context gives a clear sense of the restaurant’s voice. Reservations are implied for a focused tasting experience.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and welcoming neighborhood atmosphere where conversation is celebrated; casual pub setting with good times and flowing drinks.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Crispy Short Rib Spring Rolls
- Short Rib Grilled Cheese
- Irish Spice Box
- Corned Beef and Cabbage
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 47-10 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If Woodbines is not the right fit
Book Casa Enrique if the group wants a clearer cuisine brief and a $$ price signal. Choose R40 when the night can support a higher spend and Argentinian food is the draw.
Restaurant context
How Woodbines compares in New York City
Woodbines is the easier, lower-pressure choice for Long Island City plans, while R40 is the clearer pick when the group wants Argentinian food and is comfortable with a $$$ price tier. If value is the brief, Casa Enrique gives a more defined Mexican lane at $$, making it a stronger choice when cuisine clarity matters more than convenience.
Kaiyo Omakase is the better cross-shop for diners who want a more structured meal format, especially if the night is built around counter-style pacing. Madera and Tournesol are better suited to diners comparing ambiance and sit-down feel rather than simply looking for the easiest local option.
The decision is less about ranking and more about intent: choose Woodbines for a casual Long Island City night, R40 for a more expensive Argentinian brief, Casa Enrique for defined Mexican value, and Kaiyo Omakase when format is the point of the meal.
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Compare Woodbines
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbines | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| R40 | New York City | Argentinian | $$$ | 2025 Michelin Plate |
| Kaiyo Omakase | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Madera | New York City | , | , | 2026 Forbes Recommended2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2026 Michelin Plate2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #5222025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Plate2025 Forbes Recommended2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #582 |
| Tournesol | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Casa Enrique | New York City | Mexican | $$ | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Highly Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1452025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1632024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Casual in North America Highly Recommended |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I go to Woodbines?
Woodbines opens at 11 AM every day and stays open until 12 AM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. Choose a time based on the hours and confirm current offerings directly.
What should a first-timer know about Woodbines?
Treat Woodbines as a casual New York City option with daily hours that run from 11 AM into the evening. Its casual dress code and hours are 11 AM to 12 AM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and 11 AM to 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
Is Woodbines good for solo dining?
Woodbines may work for a solo visit if you want a casual New York City option with daily hours from 11 AM. Confirm directly if counter seating, bar seating, or another setup matters to you.
What are alternatives to Woodbines?
Other options to compare include Tournesol, Madera, R40, Casa Enrique, and Kaiyo Omakase. Use them as cross-checks if you want to compare different plans before choosing Woodbines.
Is Woodbines good for a special occasion?
Woodbines has a casual dress code and daily hours, but no awards, price tier, menu format, or special-occasion details are available. If the occasion depends on a specific atmosphere or offering, confirm directly before making plans.
Can I eat at the bar at Woodbines?
Bar seating or bar dining is not mentioned. Woodbines is open daily from 11 AM, with closing at 12 AM Monday through Thursday and Sunday and 1 AM on Friday and Saturday, but you should confirm seating options directly before you go.
