No photo of this bar survives from the 2008 site.

Ilusiones

36-21 Steinway St.
Long Island City, Queens

In 2026

A different business is licensed at this address: Essence

A different licensed business now operates at this address

Later here: Coco Bongo New York (licensed 2015–17), Cavali NY (licensed 2023–24).

From New York State Liquor Authority active licenses, downloaded October 9, 2026.

New York on Tap listed this bar without a review.

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