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Rapture Lounge

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34-27 28th Ave (at 35th Street)
Astoria, NY 11102

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(718) 626-8044
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Rapture Lounge - Astoria, NY
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Best

My neighborhood spot. Whatever I say about this place would not do it justice...The owner and the vast majority of the people who work here are super friendly and courteous. ...

Worst

so disappointed..we used to come here and we USED to love it! We haven't been there in a while and I don't know what is going on there but the drinks are weaker and he apps were n...

Cozy Neighborhood Spot 4/10/2006

I went here on Saturday 04/08/06, This is a very cute and intimate place. Service is good, only had one waitress but she was very attentive to everyone Great date spot. Tapas were good and the Martini's are awesome, great drink selection. The only thing is the music is mainly 80's so if you love the 80's this would be ur place..Would definitly go back... more
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Beer and Wine list leaves much to be desired 3/23/2006

After reading the reviews here, I was very excited about going to Rapture for happy hour the other night, and for the most part, it didn't disappoint. Service was great, food was great, ambiance was great, and the margaritas were strong and 100% agave. My only niggling nag was that the beer and wine selection were, to put it kindly, PEDESTRIAN. Brooklyn Lager and Brooklyn Pilsner were the only two beers on tap (so much for variety). And you could find this same wine list in most TGI Fridays (or Denny's) around the country. Not one Rioja on the list--in a place that serves TAPAS. That said, we'll be back, and we'll hope they get their beer and wine act together. Pros: Food, Ambiance, Music Cons: Pedestrian Beer, Pedestrian Wine more
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Great lounge in AQ 10/27/2005

I've been going there since it was Sofa lounge. The new owner did a great job re-designing the place. They always seem to have an even ratio of men to women. My girlfriend loves the martinis. Truly a great neighborhood spot- great placde to have a nightcapper. more
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starstruck 10/5/2005

what makes Rapture the perfect place for having a drink and enjoy dinner for everyone, even if you are a celebrity... everyone gets the same great service and respect. as a regular customer i recently had the pleasure to see acadamy award winning actor , adrien brody, enjoying himself and the relaxing ambiance at rapture lounge . he seemed comfortable with the waitress and the service beeing attentive but not overwhelming. being there and seeing the service he recieved made me realise i too get treated like a celebrity. more
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It happeened in Astoria! at Rapture !!!! 10/5/2005

So, Monday night my friends and i were in the mood for a drink and we decided to go to Rapture as usual, (that's my bar!!) i'm there at least 3 times a week! good crowd, awesome staff!. Anyway..so we're sitting there having a drink and we see academy award winner Adrien Brody!! getting some Rapture mints and walking out the door..He'd been there for quite a while. We wanted to go talk to him, but decided not to cause i'm sure he didn't want to be bothered. anywas....i'm off to Rapture for a couple of beers. Ciao more
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LOVE Rapture!!! 2/3/2005

Rapture is so different than the other bars and Lounges in Astoria. The drinks are amazing, the people that work there are incredible, they make you feel like you are in your own livingroom. The bartenders ""flip"" the bottles on the air (like ""Coktail"" movie) They send us a little tapas everytime we got a drink. The music is just right. I can't belived that I live in Astoria for five years and I never try it before. If you are looking for a great place in Astoria just go to Rapture... Don't take my word, try it and you will see. more
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is it right? 1/5/2005

when god was thinking about a perfect place, he was probably sitting and relaxing on a place called RAPTURE! SO FIGURE IT OUT. JCBP. more
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great place 12/9/2004

warm inviting atmosphere, quality (strong) drinks, and some of the best music you'll hear in Queens. Highly recommended! more
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Outstanding 12/9/2004

This palce is amazing the staff are all exceptional the food delicious the service outstanding , by far the best bartenders in the city Jacob Barbara and April are what you want in bartenders. and the owners Roberto and Martha are the best.P.S. they got the best happy hour in the city..... more
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Great vibe!!! 11/30/2004

I ended up at Rapture through someone at work..great experience, service was excellent..atentive yet not intrusive..even the owner came to greet us..we ordered drinks and the botanas flew in just in time.. an eclectic crowd and music made everyone feel at home.. definitely a destination! keep up the good work! more
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Lots of Aloha! 11/30/2004

I love Rapture! I'm from Hawaii and this place has lots of ALOHA! Very comfortable and relaxing atmosphere with a sensual taste. Service is efficient with warmth and style! Lots of hot babes. Never ever disappointed!!! Pros: style, sensual, comfort more
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This is the place in Astoria 11/16/2004

If you are like me, somebody who likes the best, this is the place to be. People are great, staff are incredible, and the atmosphere is lovely. Then you have to be here. No b/s, try it, you gonna love it. I was there, and now, I'll be there all the time. Don't take my word... just try it and let me know. Pros: girls, place, staff more
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cute bartenders 9/13/2004

rapture is such a cool place.......especially when you're single or your date didn't show up......... you can always come here, have a glass of wine and few mystery shots, talk to cute bartenders and have a great time....... more
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Rature Lounge Takes You There 9/5/2004

Rapture Lounge is a great place to chill. The interior is very cozy with great artwork and comfortable sofas and chairs. Their happy hour is for 3 hours!!! You can't find that anywhere these days. And be sure to order a Long Island Ice Tea - They are served in HUGE glasses. You can easily get wrecked off of 2 of those! The service and staff are equally amazing. Jakop, a sexy bartender that makes drinks just right; Marta, a hottie that gets a party started; Barbara, be sure to ask this sexy Barbie for an LIC drink. You will savor every sip. Roberto, he's the man ask him about his fire trick. Next time you're in Astoria be sure to drop by Rapture! Pros: yummy food, fast service, 2 for 1 happy hours more
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don't have to go to Manhattan..... 8/30/2004

you can stay in Astoria to have a great time.......Rapture Lounge is one of those bars where you can chill out with your date or hang out with friends drinking crazy large specialty drinks and meet cool people.......great place...friendly staff...good food.......awesome music......you have to check it out yourself Pros: inexpensive, cool people, great happy hour more
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Rapture where have you been all my life? 8/26/2004

Wow! I live in Astoria, and it is always hit or miss with the local bars around here. Recently, I passed by Rapture Lounge and decided to check it out. First of all, the interior is amazing, it was done with care, and is really pleasing to look at. There are tons of cozy couches and chairs to sit and enjoy one of the many beers and wines (my fave is the Reisling- you don't find it often this side of the river). The crowd is diverse, with lots of young, fun, attractive people. You never know who you'll meet. And the owner and bartenders are really accomodating and cool. I hear the happy hour is AMAZING too. And they have djs on the weekends! Could this place get any better???? I am never going to Manhattan again! Awesome. Pros: Diverse, fun, Management more
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rapture is the 'thing'! 8/26/2004

what a 'cozy', super nice, wilde place! extra-nice stuff! great drink menu and more! exiting music, a big plazma tv, one could watch the olympiade at the same time! lovely-spacey, and very clean bathrooms! lots of sitting room, very romantic and shick at the same time! you must see it! more
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Excellent!!!:0) 8/23/2004

Love it! Cool, laid-back lounge, great atmosphere, good food and fun people. I always have a good time when I go here. more
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Great time 8/20/2004

I was there Friday the 13th, and I have a great time, the place was full and the service was great, me and my friends where there before for the happy hour (is a great deal) 2 x 1 from 5 to 8 pm. The music was great and I will come back every weekend... LOVE IT!!!! Pros: service, crowded, price more
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wine tasting - tremendous 6/24/2004

Rapture's a great find in Astoria in general, but I was really impressed by the wine tasting they had. They paired great, interesting international wines with cheeses. The whole thing cost $25, and it was really well done. Can't say enough about the place, the owners and the staff.. Pros: inexpensive, great atmosphere, friendly staff more
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    Sexy atmosphere, exquisite food and of course and great selection of cocktails beer and wine . Welcome to Rapture Lounge. We are conveniently location in the hear of Astoria, NY just three blocks away for the N&W subway lines. Stop by on your way home and relax to a great music great food and of course the best drinks in town

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    Ordering a Sex on the Sofa (or any of the other provocatively named cocktails) could easily cause blushing at this low-lit lounge--its couches are perfect for the deed. The flea...

  • 5/14/2007 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Daily 5pm-4am
  • Payments: Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Astoria
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