Borough Battle: Celebrating Betty White (Queens)
I’ve chosen Sanford’s as the Astoria restaurant for our Epic Betty White Feast. As a brunch institution, Sanford’s is well known among Astorians. Their French Toast is the French-iest and their Bloody Mary’s are…the bloodiest? I kid. Each and every Sunday that I’ve stumbled over to Sanford’s, I’ve been met with a crowd of hungry New Yorkers waiting for their
Fascinating Food in New York and occasionally farther afield
Dinner with the Wandering Foodie found us at Sanford's. Established in 1922 as a coffee shop, it's been made over into a restaurant that still operates 24/7, but with a more polished menu (and a three-page beer list, including tasting notes), moody music, and even moodier lighting. After nightfall, photos were well-nigh impossible; just a passing mention, then, of tender
Richie on Sanfords
Less than 10 minutes after I asked Rachel to marry me, the first thing we did was celebrate over dinner and glass of champagne. When it came to picking the spot, we didn’t even think about it. We hopped in the car and drove straight to our favorite place: Sanfords. read more
Sunday Brunch @ Sanfords
Loved the bustling atmosphere of a diner. Sanford’s is more of an upscale modern diner. The $14 prefix is an awesome deal, especially when the food and service was spectacular. For that price you get an entree, your choice of Mimosa / Champagne / Wine / Bloody Mary / Bellinion. read more
Wall Street Journal Article
A neighborhood mainstay, Sanfords, which has been on the same corner for more than 75 years,also recently underwent an upgrade to appeal to the affluent newcomers. The restaurant aims for upscale comfort food, and popular dishes include almond-encrusted butternut squash ravioli. Even late on a weekday evening, it was filled with 20-somethings speaking Russian, English and Greek. "We've seen a big
THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
.. neighborhood mainstay, Sanfords, which has been on the same corner for more than 75 years, also recently underwent an upgrade to appeal to the affluent newcomers. The restaurant aims for upscale comfort food, and popular dishes include almond-encrusted butternut squash ravioli. Even late on a weekday evening, it was filled with 20-something speaking Russian, English and Greek. read more
2010 BEST BITES – ASTORIA CELEBRITY
What can you possibly say about Sanford’s that has not already been echoed in the ears of foodies far and wide. For over 75 years, Sanford’s has been an Astoria institution dedicated to serving great food any time of the day or night. Their menu consists of contemporary American cuisine and comfort food, along with a stellar wine and unique
Sanfords – And the Giant Mad Elf
Yesterday, my partner‐in‐booze and I were on the hunt for the Mad Elf once again. Here is our original review. Being that this particular beer is seasonal, and Spring is NOT the season, we found ourselves S.O.L. However, dreams sometimes do come true. Luckily, down the road from my house in Astoria, there lies a fantastic establishment called Sanfords. read more
Interview with Gus Karalekas – Owner, Sanford’s Astoria
In January, I visited Sanford’s in Astoria as part of my 93 Plates project. The owner, Gus (above – His brother and co owner Chris is below) was talking about some of the stuff that
Mike Woods & Good Day NY @ Sanfords
Mike Woods from Good day new york does the local weather direct from Sanfords Restaurant in Astoria, and makes some mean Peanut Butter Pancakes view video