After just three years of operation, a classic and high-end bistro and wine bar in the Astoria neighborhood announced its closure. Tootles and French confirmed their plans to shut down their services on August 8. The restaurant team said personal circumstances contributed to the decision.
Tootles & French to Close Its Astoria Location in August
The restaurant is an acclaimed modern wine bar and bistro, known for its aesthetic atmosphere and French-inspired menu. The restaurant features a wine-focused menu, small plates, and an intimate dining space.
Located at 36-15 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY, Tootles and French are preparing to close their doors permanently. The restaurant team shared that it would serve its final meal on August 8 before closing. The team apologized for the short notice and thanked the Astoria community for its support.
They explained, “Unfortunately, something we have learned is that the sacrifices that must be made in personal lives to sustain our concept and what makes it special can become too great.”
The team also mentioned that the restaurant is currently focused on helping and supporting its staff through this transition. The restaurant will operate with reduced hours and a limited menu during its final weeks.
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About the Restaurant
Located at the heart of Astoria, New York, Tootles & French is a small, family-owned restaurant. The restaurant was founded in 2023, and since then, it has been a classy, wine-focused restaurant. It offers 20 wines by the glass and over 300 by the bottle. The menu also includes wine-infused cocktails, sangrias, and spirits.
It serves well-curated charcuterie boards, small plates, sandwiches, pastas, and more. The restaurant is one of the most popular gathering places for the community. It also regularly hosts wine dinners and other entertaining events, including musical open nights.
In 2025, the restaurant earned the Reader’s Choice Award of Best New Restaurant from 10 USA Today.
As the restaurant wraps up its operation, it hopes to celebrate its final week with the community and invites them to visit.
