The Safest (and Most Dangerous) Neighborhoods in Queens, From a Local Who Knows

queens is a wild place, man. the rent is crushing, but the diversity is real. and the food? if you're a people person, you'll love it here. but if you're a introvert? good luck finding a place to call your own. anyway, i dove into the data to find the safest (and most dangerous) neighborhoods in the city. and let me tell you, it's a mixed bag.

*Astoria, but not the part with the fancy restaurants

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g60775-d14845413-Reviews- Nissi_Moshe_Tacos- Astoria-Queens- New_York.html

so, according to crime statistics, astoria is one of the safest neighborhoods in queens. but, let's be real, if you're looking for a genuine astorian experience, you gotta go to the part with the actual residents, not just the yuppies.

the good stuff: astoria has a thriving arts scene, and the food is actually really good too. you can get some of the best gyro in the city here. just don't try to pay with a £5 note.

on the other hand, Jackson Heights, but not the part with the Korean BBQ

https://www.yelp.com/biz/hilltop-north-est-republic-caribbean

jackson heights is another safe neighborhood in queens, but be careful what you wish for. the korean bbq is actually really good, but the prices are through the roof. and the kids? not so much.

meanwhile, Long Island City, but only if you like artisanal everything

https://www.tapatalk.com threads/72458835/long-island-city-versus-queens-neighborhoods

long island city is a different story altogether. it's like the poor man's soho, but without the charm. the prices are insane, and the hipsters are real. but hey, if you like artisanal everything, you might find a spot that suits your fancy.

and finally, Corona, but only if you like...well, not much

https://www Reddit.com/r/CoronaNY

corona is, um, an interesting place. it's like the cousin of jackson heights, but without the good food or good people. the views of the city are actually pretty cool, though.

so there you have it, folks. the safest (and most dangerous) neighborhoods in queens. but let's be real, if you're looking for a real queens experience, you gotta put in the work.

anyway, the weather outside is looking a bit sketchy. it's a light drizzle, but the kind that'll make you wanna stay inside and binge-watch netflix all day. but hey, that's what the rent is for, right?

if you're a people person, you might want to check out the Astoria Park

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astoria_Park

it's got a bunch of dogs, some music, and a nice view of the city. but if you're a introvert? might wanna stick to the coffee shop down the street.

oh, and one more thing. don't go to Flushing Meadows Corona Park alone at night.

https://www.reddit.com/r/NYC/comments/jjycgv/flushing_meadows_corona_park_at_night/

i mean, it's a real mess. people, like, everywhere. and not all of them are good people. but hey, if you're looking for a good spot to people-watch, it's definitely an experience.

stay weird, queens.

tripadvisor: a dripping wet mess of a restaurant review.

yelp: a very depressed street vendor.

reddit: a flailing sea of conspiracy theories.

note: all unsplash images are owned by unsplash, not me. don't @ me.

disclaimer: all data is subject to change. and also, be careful when driving in queens. the cops are real.

twitter: if you want more queens, follow me @queens_was_my_home

lastly, a huge thank you to all the locals who took the time to, um, share their opinions with me. your anonymous texts are the real MVPs.

q: what's the safest neighborhood in queens?

a: um, astoria? but only if you like people.

q: what's the most dangerous neighborhood in queens?

a: jackson heights? but only if you like food.

q: what's the best thing to do in queens?

a: idk, man. but hey, you could try walking around the world's fairgrounds and hoping for the best?

you can also find more queens-related content on my patreon: https://patreon.com/queens_was_my_home

also, you can find more of my queens love on instagram: https://instagram.com/queens_was_my_home

that's it for now, folks. stay weird, and remember: queens is a wild place.

food recommendations for queens:

best gyro: nissi moshe tacos in astoria

best pizza: joe & pat's in jackson heights

best coffee:...well, that's a whole other story.

best spot for a stroll: astoria park

best place to find a community: the local volunteer groups in flushing meadows corona park

s:corona is not a neighborhood.*

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