<div class="tldr">Astoria restaurants along 30th Avenue have expanded outdoor seating areas in advance of the Astoria Street Festival scheduled for June 15. The festival is expected to bring significant foot traffic to the neighborhood.</div>
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<li>More than 20 restaurants have extended outdoor setups</li>
<li>Astoria Street Festival will take place on June 15</li>
<li>30th Avenue will be closed to car traffic from noon to 6 p.m.</li>
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Astoria’s 30th Avenue is seeing a notable increase in outdoor dining installations this week. Restaurant owners are preparing for the annual Astoria Street Festival, which will close several blocks to vehicles on June 15 from noon to 6 p.m.
The Astoria Street Festival is organized by the 30th Avenue Business Association. The event typically draws several thousand visitors, according to the organizers. Street closures will run along 30th Avenue from 31st Street to Steinway Street.
Restaurants including Ovelia, Butcher Bar, and Zenon Taverna have set up additional sidewalk tables and temporary parklets. Several operators cited the anticipated influx of festivalgoers as a reason for expanding seating. Some establishments are also adjusting hours and staffing levels for the weekend.
The Department of Transportation has issued temporary permits for the expanded setups. City regulations require that all outdoor structures allow for emergency vehicle access and comply with current guidelines for outdoor dining. No major street closures are planned outside of the festival hours.
<h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
<h2>Which streets in Astoria will be affected by the festival?</h2>
<p>The main closure will be 30th Avenue between 31st Street and Steinway Street on June 15 from noon to 6 p.m. Only local traffic will be allowed near the festival zone during these hours.</p>
<h2>How many restaurants are participating in expanded outdoor dining?</h2>
<p>According to the 30th Avenue Business Association, more than 20 restaurants are expanding sidewalk seating or setting up temporary parklets for the event. Participating establishments include Ovelia, Butcher Bar, and Zenon Taverna.</p>
<h2>Are there any special rules for outdoor setups during the festival?</h2>
<p>The Department of Transportation has issued temporary permits allowing expanded seating within the festival zone. Setups must not block emergency access and must comply with city outdoor dining regulations, including clear walking paths for pedestrians.</p>