The Sparrow Tavern

Positioned across the street from the semi-famous Bavarian beer hall in Astoria, The Sparrow Tavern is a good place to get sauced before heading over to drink beer out of a boot. Along with a healthy collection of cocktails, including a fine Bloody Mary, their brunch is top-notch and their burger rivals some of the best in town. A "classy" dive, this is a place where you wouldn't feel bad bringing your parents. In fact, it may even inspire some old college tales – like that one where Dad met Mom over body shots and Flaming Dr Peppers. Oh wait, that's just us? Moving right along then...