Perhaps once upon a time Parkside may have been a ""Den of Inequity"" as the previous reviewer explained, but that day is certainly not today. Parkside Pub is probably the best local bar in North Eastern Queens, with a friendly set of customers who give the place a very welocming atmosphere. In addtion, they have an excellent selection of draft beers, an awesome Internet Jukeboc and some of the best bartenders around. On many Friday nights, they have live rock bands, and many Saturday nights have great events like Open Mic Nights and Karaoke, which usually pack the place out with a fun crowd.
Unlike some other places, this is not a Dive... far from it. I've been going to Parkside regularly for quite a few years, and it's always been a pleasant, drama free experience and their prices are simply terrific.
As far as the psychotics, drug fiends etc, i've never seen them, at least not at Parkside.
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