Sanfords Restaurant

4.4

416 Reviews

$30 and under

Comfort Food

Neighbourhood gem
Great for brunch
Innovative

Sanfords has been an Astoria landmark since 1922. The Sanfords of today serves exceptionally well prepared American comfort food, in a modern, casual & sleek environment. The space is bright & alive during the day. Dim, candlelit and relaxing in the evening, with loungy tunes playing in the background. The combination of lighting, sound & warm colors create a truly unique vibe in the space.
Aside from the great food & atmosphere, Sanford’s also boasts Queens Largest Whisky Bar stocking over 300 single malts and bourbons, as well as 30 wines by the glass. All of our wines are maintained in the Le Ver devin Wine preservation system, which pumps the precise amount of air out of each bottle of wine that is opened.
The only things we love more than food & wine at Sanford’s, is people, and the fact that
Good food and drink brings people together. Sanford’s is a place for people old and young, to come to eat, drink and celebrate life, family and friends.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Late Night Daily 12:00 am–2:00 am Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(718) 932-9569
Website
http://www.sanfordsnyc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Alfonso Verdis
Private party contact
Gus: (646) 739-9582

Location
30-13 Broadway, Astoria, NY 11106
Area
Astoria
Cross Street
31st Street
Parking details
Metered street parking is available from 8:30am – 7:00pm, a private parking lot is located around the corner on 31st Street, and a municipal public parking lot is located on 31st Street next to McDonalds.
Public transit
N & W trains to Broadway.
Entertainment
While Sanfords has no live music, it has become known for the unique bossanova, chill-out, and international tunes played in its state of the art sound system for diners to enjoy in the background while enjoying their meals.
Additional
Bar Dining

Blue Point Oysters
on the half shell
- ea.US$1.75
Fried RavioliUS$13.00
marinara sauce
Yellowfin Tuna TartareUS$15.00
guacamole, wasabi aioli, sesame soy
Crunchy Ranch QuesadillaUS$15.00
crispy chicken, applewood bacon, avocado
Duck Carnitas TacosUS$15.00
caramelized shallots, orange segments, salsa verde
Truffled Mac & CheeseUS$15.00
P.E.I. MusselsUS$14.00
white wine, garlic, tomato, leeks
Stuffed Risotto BallsUS$12.00
sundried tomato, asparagus & mozzarella
Imported BurrataUS$12.00
house roasted plum tomatoes
Lump Crab CakeUS$16.00
remoulade
Butternut Squash RavioliUS$14.00
toasted almonds, sage cream sauce
Fried Point Judith CalamariUS$15.00
simply fried, arrabiata or rhode island style
Filet Mignon Spring RollsUS$13.00
honey sriracha
Grilled Calamari & Octopus SaladUS$18.00
Crispy Fish TacosUS$12.00
beer-battered sea bass, pico de gallo, chipotle sour cream
Beet SaladUS$12.00
greek yogurt, garlic & pistachios
California QuesadillaUS$15.00
grilled chicken, roasted peppers, swiss, avocado & ranch
Florentine Spring RollsUS$12.00
spinach & feta
Organic Panko Chicken FingersUS$14.00

Oyster Happy Hour

Oyster Happy Hour at the bar every day from 4pm – 7pm

blue point oystersUS$1.00
winesUS$6.00
select whiskysUS$6.00

Soups & Salads

Organic Chicken Orzo Soup
- CupUS$4.00
- BowlUS$6.00
French Onion SoupUS$8.00
Rustic Tomato SoupUS$8.00
parmesan crouton8
Classic Caesar SaladUS$12.00
Crunchy Ranch Chicken SaladUS$17.00
crispy chicken, tomato, american & gruyere, sanfords dressing
Hangar Steak SaladUS$22.00
organic greens, gorgonzola, roasted peppers &sanfords dressing
Tri-Colore Apple SaladUS$15.00
fried goat cheese, grilled apples, roasted peppers, sanfords dressing
Pecan Crusted Chicken SaladUS$17.00
apples, dried cranberries, almonds & sesame-ginger dressing
Seared Yellowfin Tuna SaladUS$22.00
stir-fry vegetables, sesame-ginger dressing & wasabi aioli
Peasant SaladUS$12.00
finely diced romaine, imported feta, sanfords dressing
Chopped Cobb SaladUS$17.00
chicken, smoked ham, bacon, gorgonzola & sliced egg

Burgers & Sandwiches

all burgers are 100% organic prime beef & served with french fries

Gouda Stuffed Duck BurgerUS$16.00
served with red onion & cajun aioli
Chipotle BurgerUS$15.00
fontina, caramelized onions, chipotle aioli
Chicken BurgerUS$16.00
fontina, lettuce, tomato, chipotle aioli
Black Truffle BurgerUS$18.00
melted fontina on brioche
BBQ Berkshire Pulled PorkUS$16.00
house slaw
Lump Crab Cake SandwichUS$17.00
remoulade
Roasted Veal Breast French DipUS$16.00
horseradish aioli, caramelized onions & gyuere on baguette
British BurgerUS$16.00
swiss, applewood smoked bacon, caramelized onions
Bistro BurgerUS$16.00
pepperjack, applewood smoked bacon, cajun aioli
Skirt Steak CiabattaUS$18.00
caramelized onions, swiss, cajun aioli
Grilled Chicken Avocado ClubUS$16.00
applewood bacon, tomato, gouda, mayo

Steaks & Chops

We serve only 100% all natural prime beef. All main dishes served with a choice of chicken orzo soup or organic field greens. all steaks served with a choice of one side dish; available sauces: béarnaise, au poivre, chimichurri or cabernet reduction; enhancements: wild mushrooms / gorgonzola crust / truffle butte $3; oscar (lump crabmeat & béarnaise) $6

Filet Mignon
- 10ozUS$37.00
New York Strip
- 16ozUS$35.00
Hangar Steak
- 16ozUS$30.00
Skirt Steak
- 16ozUS$37.00
Bone-in Ribeye
- 20ozUS$39.00
BBQ Berkshire Baby Back RibsUS$22.00
cajun steak fries & house slaw
Chorizo MeatloafUS$24.00
whipped potatoes, boiled egg, gravy
Blackened Prime T-Bone Steak
- 20ozUS$38.00

Pasta & Risotto

Linguini with Stuffed MeatballsUS$20.00
gouda stuffed prime beef, cilantro cream sauce
Wild Mushroom RavioliUS$19.00
porcini, portobello & oyster mushrooms, truffle cream sauce
Vegetable PaellaUS$18.00
roasted seasonal vegetables, mushrooms, sweet potato, organic red quinoa
Braised Short Rib CavatelliUS$28.00
baked with mushrooms, pearl onions, whipped ricotta
Rigatoni with ChickenUS$20.00
sun-dried tomato cream sauce
Wild Mushroom & Truffle RisottoUS$19.00
Mini Shells with Italian SausageUS$20.00
broccoli rabe, shaved garlic, tomato cream sauce
Lobster RavioliUS$25.00
north atlantic lobster, sherry cream sauce
Seafood RisottoUS$24.00
mussels, shrimp, calamari, shellfish broth

Seafood & Poultry

Pan Roasted Organic Half ChickenUS$22.00
boneless, roasted yukon gold potatoes, artichokes, tomato concasse
Miso Glazed SalmonUS$27.00
baby bok choy & thai black rice
Grilled Chicken PallardUS$20.00
baby arugula, tomatoes, onions, shaved parmesan, balsamic
Sesame Crusted Yellowfin TunaUS$27.00
grade A tuna, stir-fried vegetables, jasmine rice, wasabi aioli
Chicken ParmigianaUS$23.00
linguini marinara
Sesame Chicken TeriyakiUS$22.00
jasmine rice, avocado, stir-fried vegetables
Organic Orange ChickenUS$22.00
warm organic faro salad, medjool dates, orange-chili glaze

Side Dishes

French FriesUS$5.00
Truffle FriesUS$8.00
Fresh Cut Cajun Steak FriesUS$5.00
Sweet Potato FriesUS$6.00
Double Stuffed Baked PotatoUS$8.00
lump crabmeat, mushrooms, gruyere
Whipped Idaho PotatoesUS$6.00
Whipped Bourbon Sweet PotatoesUS$7.00
House ColeslawUS$4.00
Creamed SpinachUS$7.00
Toasted Broccoli with Garlic ClovesUS$7.00
Grilled AsparagusUS$7.00
Charred Brussel SproutsUS$8.00
balsamic, pancetta, pearl onions
Baby Spinach with Shaved GarlicUS$7.00

What 416 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
1.6Value

Noise • Moderate

416 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 29 April 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great brunch and drinks! Food was excellent and staff was lovely and attentive.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on 28 April 2018
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This place, from start to finish, was absolutely terrible. Food sucked and was forgettable. Wine was overpriced and disgusting. Service wasn’t much better. I felt like I was at a club with how busy it was. Considering how bad this was, I should have just ate at a club.
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DoreenG
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 28 April 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first time here. Reunited with friends and this was the perfect place. The atmosphere was great. The service spectacular. The food was absolutely amazing! The portions were really good. I couldn’t finish it all. I will definitely be back here!
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KarenL
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 April 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, awesome atmosphere It was my first time at Sanfords and I will be a regular.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 April 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I absolutely love the staff at Sanford’s! The food is always amazing and fresh.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on 14 April 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service! Appetizers/small plates are pretty big portions and service is very attentive yet respectful. Will definitively go back again.
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CeeSee
New York City
193 reviews
4.0
193 reviews
Dined on 12 April 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great $1 oysters for happy hour. Also wine and whisky prices are terrific. It was a delicious fun experience! Glad to see they expanded.
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ChristineM
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 April 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brunch menu is great with 2 drinks for $10 extra and oysters $1.75 each a real bargain!
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CozyCasualComfort
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 7 April 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Sanfords has been a favorite of our family for many years. They've got something for everyone on the menu and I haven't had a bad experience yet. I do wish they would update the menu a little bit but everything I've had has been great. The atmosphere fits most occasions from a friendly get together to a special night for two. Well worth a visit.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 April 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Another great experience! I’ll be returning soon.
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Sanfords Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 416 OpenTable diners.

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30-13 Broadway, Astoria, NY 11106

Additional information

Cross Street
31st Street
Area
Astoria
Hours of Operation
Late Night Daily 12:00 am–2:00 am Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Metered street parking is available from 8:30am – 7:00pm, a private parking lot is located around the corner on 31st Street, and a municipal public parking lot is located on 31st Street next to McDonalds.
Public transit
N & W trains to Broadway.
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alfonso Verdis
Entertainment
While Sanfords has no live music, it has become known for the unique bossanova, chill-out, and international tunes played in its state of the art sound system for diners to enjoy in the background while enjoying their meals.
Additional
Bar Dining

Website
http://www.sanfordsnyc.com/
Phone number
(718) 932-9569
Private party contact
Gus: (646) 739-9582

Sanfords Restaurant

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Order delivery or takeout

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Small Plates

Blue Point Oysters

Fried RavioliUS$13.00

Yellowfin Tuna TartareUS$15.00

Crunchy Ranch QuesadillaUS$15.00

Duck Carnitas TacosUS$15.00

Truffled Mac & CheeseUS$15.00

P.E.I. MusselsUS$14.00

Stuffed Risotto BallsUS$12.00

Imported BurrataUS$12.00

Lump Crab CakeUS$16.00

Butternut Squash RavioliUS$14.00

Fried Point Judith CalamariUS$15.00

Filet Mignon Spring RollsUS$13.00

Grilled Calamari & Octopus SaladUS$18.00

Crispy Fish TacosUS$12.00

Beet SaladUS$12.00

California QuesadillaUS$15.00

Florentine Spring RollsUS$12.00

Organic Panko Chicken FingersUS$14.00

Oyster Happy Hour

blue point oystersUS$1.00

winesUS$6.00

select whiskysUS$6.00

Soups & Salads

Organic Chicken Orzo Soup

French Onion SoupUS$8.00

Rustic Tomato SoupUS$8.00

Classic Caesar SaladUS$12.00

Crunchy Ranch Chicken SaladUS$17.00

Hangar Steak SaladUS$22.00

Tri-Colore Apple SaladUS$15.00

Pecan Crusted Chicken SaladUS$17.00

Seared Yellowfin Tuna SaladUS$22.00

Peasant SaladUS$12.00

Chopped Cobb SaladUS$17.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Gouda Stuffed Duck BurgerUS$16.00

Chipotle BurgerUS$15.00

Chicken BurgerUS$16.00

Black Truffle BurgerUS$18.00

BBQ Berkshire Pulled PorkUS$16.00

Lump Crab Cake SandwichUS$17.00

Roasted Veal Breast French DipUS$16.00

British BurgerUS$16.00

Bistro BurgerUS$16.00

Skirt Steak CiabattaUS$18.00

Grilled Chicken Avocado ClubUS$16.00

Steaks & Chops

Filet Mignon

New York Strip

Hangar Steak

Skirt Steak

Bone-in Ribeye

BBQ Berkshire Baby Back RibsUS$22.00

Chorizo MeatloafUS$24.00

Blackened Prime T-Bone Steak

Pasta & Risotto

Linguini with Stuffed MeatballsUS$20.00

Wild Mushroom RavioliUS$19.00

Vegetable PaellaUS$18.00

Braised Short Rib CavatelliUS$28.00

Rigatoni with ChickenUS$20.00

Wild Mushroom & Truffle RisottoUS$19.00

Mini Shells with Italian SausageUS$20.00

Lobster RavioliUS$25.00

Seafood RisottoUS$24.00

Seafood & Poultry

Pan Roasted Organic Half ChickenUS$22.00

Miso Glazed SalmonUS$27.00

Grilled Chicken PallardUS$20.00

Sesame Crusted Yellowfin TunaUS$27.00

Chicken ParmigianaUS$23.00

Sesame Chicken TeriyakiUS$22.00

Organic Orange ChickenUS$22.00