Sweet Afton

About the Business

Specialties

The Astoria local, serving craft beers, honest cocktails and the neighborhood's best burger since 2009.

History

Established in 2009.

Astoria was owner Ruairi Curtin's first stateside home when he emigrated from Ireland in 1999, and he dreamed of opening a spot that would become a true neighborhood haven. Sweet Afton is proud to be one of the first bars in Astoria's new wave of craft cocktail and beer-focused destinations.

Meet the Manager

Business owner information

Dave D.

Manager

Dave is a veteran of our Astoria family, new to the Sweet Afton management team after many years behind the stick at our sister bar The Bonnie. He's a proud doggie papa and Astoria die-hard.

Sweet Afton also recommends

Bua

Dave D. says, “The East Village's most unpretentious spot for a beer and a shot, and the originator of our legendary pickle martini.”

Wilfie & Nell

Dave D. says, “Cozy in the wintertime, cool in the summertime -- it's a bar for all seasons. The beer cocktails are our favorite way to revive ourselves at brunch.”

The Wren

Dave D. says, “Best brunch on the Bowery. The coffee comes in the most awesome floral teacups! And the bloody mary menu is amazing.”

The Penrose

Dave D. says, “Date night spot on the UES, or an awesome place to stop after hitting the museums. Their new crab cake sliders are insane.”

The Spaniard

Dave D. says, “Our favorite new whiskey bar, and a killer spot to keep in your back pocket the next time you're in the West Village. Order the ribeye.”