Astoria is located inside The Great Hall on Queen Street West, and just opened to the public earlier this month. The details are distinctly French, with dainty, decorated plateware and hand-drawn placemats that double as menus.

One of the most popular dishes on offer is the braised short ribs, which is served with shallots and super-creamy mashed potatoes. Other dishes include a French dip sandwich which is served with a savoury consume.  The restaurant also offers oysters, a brunch menu (which includes options for bubbly drinks), both mussels and steak served with frites, and a pappardelle ragu among more American-inspired options like a burger and shareable appetizers.

The drink menu is also what draws people to Astoria, as it comes with a built-in street cred: the new bistro and cocktail bar comes to Queen West from the folks behind Bar Poet. Popular beverages include the burnt honey mojito and the cucumber collins, as well as an uber-trendy espresso martini served with a twist: the cocktail is served with a tequila base.

The vibe in the decor is decidedly French, too, with distressed wood and marble details in the furniture and on the walls. Even the outdoor sign is on-brand, as it’s neon and hangs from the walls in a style that’s reminiscent of a historical area of New York City.There are event bright, painted murals adorning the walls, with a tree motif framing a French-inspired bar.

Astoria is located across the street from Bar Poet, inside the Great Hall at 1087 Queen Street West. It’s open for brunch at 10 a.m. on the weekends, but opens at 5 p.m. from Monday through Friday. It closes at 2 a.m. daily.