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  1. neighborhood report
    Everything’s Bigger in Long Island City Right NowThe high-rise population is booming and rents are climbing as Manhattan expats learn to love the 7.
    By Clio Chang
  2. underground gourmet
    Two New Takes on Classic Chinese TakeoutFer and Noodle Lane deliver on the dream of perfect wontons and sesame noodles at home.
    By Tammie Teclemariam
  3. housing
    More Luxury Developments Are Apparently Falling ApartWe are spotting a trend.
    By Clio Chang
  4. neighborhoods
    Going Back to the Office Means Long Island City’s Rent Deals Are OverLong Island City rents are sharply on the rise as white collar workers flood back into the city. They’re up 5.82 percent in May over April.
    By Kim Velsey
  5. new york city
    The Tech Industry Is Remaking New York City — Even Without Amazon’s HQ2As tech occupies an ever-larger place in the economy, it will continue to affect the city’s physical shape — but perhaps in more heterodox ways.
    By Justin Davidson
  6. the city
    Interview With the Amazon SlayerThe nomination of State Senator Mike Gianaris to a powerful post was the beginning of the end for HQ2. His next target: vast corporate tax breaks.
    By Christine Chung and Josefa Velasquez
  7. dealbreakers
    Amazon Bailed — and Restaurant Owners Are Bummed“Conservatively, I’d say we’ve lost $2 million in revenue per location.”
    By Nikita Richardson
  8. just asking questions
    New York City’s Development Czar Alicia Glen Talks Amazon HQ and HousingNew York City deputy mayor Alicia Glen discusses the Amazon HQ deal and why New York is an affordable-housing leader of the “goddamn world.”
    By Noah Kulwin
  9. cityscape
    Amazon Can’t Monopolize New York CityThe company shouldn’t be seen as a threat. Besides, the world’s great urban center of commerce doesn’t tell anyone to get out of town.
    By Justin Davidson
  10. incoming
    Amazon Is Headed to Queens — and Restaurateurs Are PrimedThe area’s bar and restaurant owners are ready to feed Jeff Bezos’s minions.
    By Richard Martin
  11. cityscape
    What to Expect When Amazon Lands in Long Island CityPricier lunches and more transit needs.
    By Justin Davidson
  12. openings
    Adda Could Be the Most Exciting New Indian Restaurant in New YorkIt’s impossible to believe you can get an entire meal for less than $20.
    By Richard Morgan
  13. tags
    Artists Won the 5Pointz Case, But the Decision Was Terrible for ArtThe landowner who made his building a graffiti haven should not have been demonized.
    By Justin Davidson
  14. from the archives
    Looking Back at Long Island City’s Slow SizzleThe last time we called the neighborhood hot, we might have been a little ahead of schedule.
    By Christopher Bonanos
  15. properties
    Life in Long Island City, the Country’s Fastest-Growing NeighborhoodThe neighborhood’s transition has been a long time coming.
    By Carl Swanson
  16. the underground gourmet quick bite
    Hendu’s Sandwich Shop at Dutch Kills Bar Makes Stupendously Good HerosAnd you can wash them down with a world-class cocktail.
    By Robin Raisfeld and Rob Patronite
  17. Brunch
    M. Wells Steakhouse Might Serve the Most Bonkers Brunch in New YorkWith something called a “Russian Waffle.”
    By Sierra Tishgart
  18. Openings
    What to Eat at Insta-Hit Mu Ramen, Which Offers a Lot More Than Just NoodlesHow about some fried, foie-stuffed chicken wings?
    By Sierra Tishgart
  19. News
    Mu Ramen Opens Big With Loads of Truffle-Topped Uni PorridgeCustomers reported wait times of up to 45 minutes.
    By Hugh Merwin
  20. stand clear of the closing doors
    G Train to Cause More Trouble Than Usual for Greenpoint Residents The line won’t run between Nassau Avenue and Court Square for five weeks.
    By Caroline Bankoff
  21. Menu Changes
    M. Wells Steakhouse Unveils Terrace With a New Custom-Built Wood-Burning OvenGet ready for roasted lobsters and baked potatoes with jars of caviar.
    By Alan Sytsma
  22. Coming Soon
    Il Mulino Chefs Opening Long Island City Restaurant [Updated]It opens this summer.
    By Hugh Merwin
  23. Planned Service Changes
    Newly Reviewed Mu Ramen Cancels All Future DinnersThe permanent restaurant opens this summer.
    By Hugh Merwin
  24. Coming Soon
    Hibino’s Long Island City Branch Opens This MonthIt’s almost obanzai time.
    By Hugh Merwin
  25. Coming Soon
    LIC Pop-up Mu Ramen Opening Standalone RestaurantIt’ll start serving sometime this summer.
    By Hugh Merwin
  26. What to Eat
    Platt: M. Wells Makes It Okay to Order Chicken at a SteakhouseOf the many roasted chickens being served around town, the bird served at the Long Island City steakhouse just might be New York’s best.
    By Adam Platt
  27. Openings
    First Look at 51st Bakery and Cafe, Opening Soon in Hunters PointThe couple will expand opening hours shortly after the restaurant’s debut.
    By Rob Patronite and Robin Raisfeld
  28. crimes and misdemeanors
    Graffiti No Longer Allowed at Former Graffiti Haven 5PointzSix people were arrested for vandalism at the newly white warehouse.
    By Joe Coscarelli
  29. Openings
    Per Se Alum Serving Ramen Inside LIC Bagel StoreEvery New Yorker’s dream.
    By Sierra Tishgart
  30. Tables For Hugue
    M.Wells Steakhouse Now Accepting ReservationsGo, have a steak, look at the fish.
    By Hugh Merwin
  31. 5pointz
    5Pointz Building Owner Defends Paint Job, Demolition: ‘It’s Best for Everyone’“They’re misguided,” says Jerry Wolkoff.
    By Joe Coscarelli
  32. neighborhood news
    Graffiti Mecca 5Pointz Painted White Before Becoming Luxury CondosThe walls of 5Pointz are being buffed, to add insult to injury.
    By Joe Coscarelli
  33. malls and markets
    ‘Food Box’ Market Opens in Long Island City’s Falchi BuildingThai, Jamaican, Texas, Peruvian, and fancy cheese — just don’t call it Queens’ version of Chelsea Market.
    By Belle Cushing
  34. sad things
    Police Are Not Giving Up Search for Avonte OquendoBut after two weeks, officials seem no closer to finding the autistic 14-year-old.
    By Delia Paunescu
  35. sad things
    Search for Autistic Teen Missing From Long Island City School Continues Avonte Oquendo has been gone for over a week.
    By Delia Paunescu
  36. Cheddar
    Artisanal Opening Long Island City Cheese ShopThe cheese distributor reaches out to Queens.
    By Hugh Merwin
  37. awful things
    Interracial Couple Attacked in Long Island City Hate CrimeAwful.
    By Caroline Bankoff
  38. Wells Done
    That M. Wells Steakhouse in LIC Is Coming Along NicelyThe restaurant will serve “European” butcher’s cuts and grilled meat galore.
    By Hugh Merwin
  39. To Catch a Fish Thief
    Sushi Stealer on the Loose in QueensThis particular “Pink Piranha” is still at large.
    By Jenny Miller
  40. Coffee Buzz
    LIC’s Sweetleaf Coffee Expands to WilliamsburgIt opens Monday in a caffeine-saturated corner of the ‘burg.
    By Edna Ishayik
  41. Openings
    What to Eat at Casa Enrique, Bar Henry’s Mexican Foray in QueensSee the menu and some photos.
    By Jenny Miller
  42. Openings
    What to Eat at Casa Enrique, Bar Henry’s Mexican Foray in QueensSee the menu and some photos.
  43. Menu Changes
    Dinner’s On: Blissville Kitchen to Open Inside Dutch Kills BarThe Long Island City cocktail destination will be serving drink-friendly food by the summer.
    By Hugh Merwin
  44. We Called It
    That M. Wells Steakhouse Should Open in ‘Late Fall’A few more details, including an address, have emerged.
    By Jenny Miller
  45. Les Pop-ups
    Have an M. Wells WeekendYou’ll have two chances to eat Hugue Dufour’s cooking this weekend in LIC.
    By Jenny Miller
  46. Openings
    What You Missed at Yesterday’s M. Wells P.S. 1 Preview BrunchM. Wells returns to Long Island City, sort of. Check out some of the dishes — including a foie gras dessert — that the team served at their first preview meal.
    By Bradley Hawks
  47. Openings
    What You Missed at Yesterday’s M. Wells P.S. 1 Preview BrunchM. Wells returns to Long Island City, sort of. Check out some of the dishes — including a foie gras dessert — that the team served at their first preview meal.
  48. Openings
    M. Wells Reboot Getting Close: Roe Bar and Sous-Vide Service Headed to P.S. 1Plus more information about the owners’ other plans: a new steakhouse and a homemade boat.
    By Hugh Merwin
  49. Foodievents
    Holy Tourtieres: M. Wells Will Pop Up at P.S. 1 This SaturdayHugue Dufour and Sarah Obraitis will offer cassoulet and pies during the museum’s winter carnival.
    By Jenny Miller
  50. Openings
    First Look at Alobar, LIC’s New Source for Sausage and BeerPlus whiskey, wine, and comfort-food-y New American cooking.
    By Jenny Miller
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