I live quite close, so I was happy to see something other than a tire store open on this up-and-coming stretch of 4th Avenue. The first few weeks it was alarmingly dead and so dimly lit that I could never tell if they were slinging beers or if something more illicit was going on. There would only be a few people inside, despite a sign promising 24 beers on tap and 24 bottled beers, and a 2-for-1 happy hour from 4 to 8 PM every day. Then they turned on a few lights and people started to show. And the people did not look like the fratboy jackoffs from Cherry Tree (across the street). So I finally patronized with a girlfriend on Saturday night and I was quite pleased. Nice bartender, great beer selection, solid music and even free popcorn. Great place to take a serious beer drinker, especially for that happy hour special. It's not the most exciting decor (dark wood, exposed brick and candles) but it's functional, with a long bar and smaller tables in the front, and larger low tables in the back for groups. And I heard rumors that they have a back garden, so I'll want to check it out even more in the spring. read more

4th Avenue Pub is my favorite place to get free popcorn. I don't know if I know any other place that gives free popcorn, but this is easily my favorite. I've spent many of happy hours, birthday parties, bar crawls, and end of the night stops that I shouldn't have done, at 4th ave Pub. It's pretty consistent. First off you have a large selection of beer. Now, while some places have tons of options, half of them will be of the same type of beer. Not here. It's a pretty good mix of brews, all varying in type. I enjoy writing cryptic and odd messages on the chalk wall bathroom. My favorite is to ease drop on a neighboring conversation and then proceed to the bathroom, to write something in relation on the wall. Messing with strangers is fun. Yes, Ted is sleeping with his secretary. The bartenders are pleasant and friendly. They know how to make basic drinks the proper way. I have to say though, I've never had a good share of buy backs, despite the fact I always tipped well here. Might just be their policy. There is a good sized back yard with lots of benches and picnic tables. Get a spot early, it gets packed if the weather is nice. Note though, the sun isn't out that much due to the angles of the buildings nearby. Lastly, and most importantly, there is free popcorn. Whether it's being eaten, thrown at someone, or used to plot your domination over the world, it's free and that can not be ignored. read more

4 stars on 4th Avenue. This bar gives even the pickiest lush a reason to visit. Roughly 25 tasty beers on draft and about 35-40 bottled beers to choose from. All beers range from about $4-$6 each. Everything from mainstream Bud and Heineken to lesser known micro brews like Allagash and Victory. Loses a star because the place gets really crowded early and makes for an annoying experience for people that prefer a bar where they can stretch their legs and get a drink without waiting 20 minutes.Plus they have a popcorn machine that offers patrons unlimited popcorn. read more

"Free popcorn!" That was all my friend had to say and I was down to come here. 4th Ave Pub is a cute bar with great outside area. Super convenient location. My cocktail was a little watered-down but it was also a little cheaper than normal. And the popcorn got better and better with each tray! Random fact: the bathroom is painted in chalkboard paint and there's a tray with chalk. Maybe this isn't the most sanitary activity, but it's a fun idea. read more

If you love great beer and great music and popcorn and outdoor patios and cute bartenders there's really no reason to spend a night anywhere else. This place on the border of Park Slope and Boeurum Hill... (Boerum Slope? Target Valley?) had about 25 drafts, 40 bottles, a cask now featuring Sixpoints Apollo Wheat, plus a nice selection of whiskys. There's technically a jukebox but Kevin the bartender usually puts on his ipod. He probably has better taste in music than you anyway. If anyone says they like Cherry Tree better I will fight them. read more

I love Fourth Avenue Pub so much that I am going to spend my SPECIAL DAY!!! there. I haven't been able to frequent it as much as I used to, what with the kyd and all, but I will be there on my SPECIAL DAY!!! so I'm pretty excited about that. Since my last review, they've expanded their happy hour... now it's 3 until 8. Five hours of happy! It's almost as if every day there is your SPECIAL DAY!!! read more

I wish this were in my neighborhood! * Cheap! The happy hour special (until 8) puts a lot of drinks at $3. * Free popcorn! And you salt it yourself. * A giant basket of condoms and lube for the grabbing (if you're in to that sort of thing.) * Spacious outdoor picnic table seating. * IFC on the televisions. What more could you want? read more

I came here on a Friday night, and there was room in the backyard. I'm from Manhattan--places there, on warm nights, they don't have room. They're packed. They're loud. They're about as chill as Tripoli during a civil upheaval. (ZING!) But here, there was room. It was busy, yet there was room. And there was chill-ness. We sat. We drank. It was pleasant. What more can you ask for, from an outdoors bar on a warm spring night? The only bummer was that they closed down the backyard at some point after midnight, which is nice for the neighbors I'm sure, but I could've stayed out there for a few more hours. read more

4th Avenue Pub has every good facet of a Brooklyn neighborhood bar all wrapped up in one great subway-accessible package. The location makes it a great spot to meet up for a Brooklyn-bound happy hour or to meet friends coming in from Manhattan. Beer - There is always, ALWAYS something great on tap here and they frequently have brewery events with very rare pours on tap. Founder's Canadian Breakfast Stout and Kentucky Breakfast stout were on tap here at the same time if that tells you anything. You're more likely to find unicorn blood on a draught list than either of those the other 364 days of the year. Cocktails - Pretty damn good considering they're more well-known for their beer menu. If you're feelin fancy I recommend you seek your basil-infused pepper honeysuckle gin experiments elsewhere. Simple is key here. Ambiance - Very casual and very whatever-goes because it's not divey and not fancy either. You could come here to catch up with friends or come here for a first date/hookup/lolidunno with someone. The tables in back lend themselves to somethin' somethin.' Service - Never had a problem here with the service and they manage to keep up even when the place is really packed. If you're hungry South Brooklyn Pizza is nearby and you can order in Mexican from Oaxaca down the street. read more

This is a great bar for happy hour. The bar itself has a lot of personality, as do the bartenders that work here. They have lots of sass. Don't dare getting his attention during a crowded happy hour if you don't know what you want. The guy next to me got "yelled" at. It was funny to watch. The happy hour deal is $1 off all drinks, which is minimal but still a deal. The place was fairly quiet when I walked in around 6, but by 6:30 it was packed and loud and very, very busy. It quieted down a bit by 7:30-7:45 when much of the crowd headed over to the Barclay's Center for the evening's festivities. The pub is definitely in the perfect location for a pre-concert or pre-sporting event drink or two. The beer selection is vast, and there's a ton on tap. (Stay away from the wine, it wasn't good. But I should've known...) Beware: they do not serve food here, but you can bring in whatever you want or order from their big binder of delivery menus. Plus: The free popcorn is a great bar snack and they even offer up some old bay seasoning to spice up your life. ;) read more

Oh how I love 4th Ave Pub! More of a dive than Pacific Standard, it's perfect for a low key and very chill night. Plenty of seating with some booths that will fit groups of 6 and an absolutely gorgeous backyard with huge picnic tables. Amazing and varied selection of craft beers on tap which frequently rotate. For example: Smuttynose, Sly Fox, Founder's, Bell's, Delirium, and Lagunitas with many more. There's a huge craft bottle selection and there's always a cask too. Free popcorn makes this place a definite win! read more

4th Avenue Pub - $5 mimosa at happy hour - Pubs Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Great low key bar. Great selection of beers and plenty of seats to go around. Free popcorn to munch on while drinking! What more do you want?? read more

EXCELLENT Beer selection. I'm a beer lover and this place has old and new favorites on tap and among their bottled selection. This is the place to bring your beer snob friends if you're in Boerum Hill or Park Slope. Friendly, knowledgeable staff make it even better. I'd give it 5 stars for early evenings and weeknights. 3 stars for weekend nights when all the youngsters crowd in and stick their asses in your face if you happen to have a booth. Two rival groups of young hipsters got in a fight for my group's booth when we exited during the Saturday night mating ritual scene. It was really something I'd expect to see in Williamsburg, and seemed quite out of place in the 4th Ave I've grown to enjoy during weekday early evenings. read more

Free popcorn! Backyard! Lots of beer options here, as well as a full bar. Don't come for a fancy cocktail- this is not the spot. Do come for beer, popcorn, and a rum and coke. I assume they let you take takeout here if you want to order a pizza with your drinks. Seems like the type of spot to do that. They DO play football games but the televisions are very small and the CC is jambled, which makes for an entertaining game. The bathroom in the back is also very, very spacious. The walls are chalkboard, so feel free to write your name, or challenge someone to tic-tac-toe. read more

Great beer selection and outdoor patio. Unfortunately the outdoor patio makes it very attractive to smokers. I don't think this can really be helped. On the one 60F+ day of Spring that we have had in NYC, I made sure to come out here and use the patio to soak up some rays before it got lousy again. (I'm glad I did. It's 40 and raining right now.) Every bartender i've talked to at this place has always been passionate, eager to discuss beers and find something to your taste. When I came on the weekend they were trying to drum up business with a $5 bloody mary special. It wasn't bad, bit heavy on the Old Bay -- but this last point makes it go perfectly well with the free popcorn that they offer. I would say that the thing I want improved most about this place is the condition of the patio. Sure, there's benches and tables, but there's also some busted looking planters that could use a little love. Just cause you're a little rock 'n' roll as a beer place, doesn't mean you can't grow some plants. :) On 4th Ave, I either go here, Mission Dolores, or to Pacific Standard if I don't care about being outside. Former two have pretty good outdoor areas, though Mission Dolores (I can't get over the name) is a bit more pricey. read more

This place is glorious. Very low-key, I've been here for two different happy hours and it never got too crazy. Not only that, but the 4th Avenue Pub seems to be 100% douchebag free. I know this is a rarity, especially in bars that have a beer list like 4th Ave.* The bartender was very friendly and lets you try beers first, rather than pay for something you absolutely hate. He helped steer me away from buying a whole pint of the Watermelon wheat beer they had. (We agreed it tasted like used bubble bath) Free popcorn! (I have nothing further to say on this. It speaks for itself.) Plus, there is a chalkboard in the bathroom so you can draw amusing pictures for the other patrons of the bar to see when they urinate and/or defecate! *For some reason great selection of beers seems to equal very douchey clientele during peak hours at most bars. read more

All I really remember is popcorn and chalkboards (with chalk!!) in the bathroom. I was already a little drinkie by the time I got there. Oh...more is coming back to me now...I remember that it was spacious, there were plenty of seats and room to move. The bartenders were really friendly and the owner was there and he made sure to socialize with everyone. Like other reviews have said, the beers were quite affordable and there was a good selection. There were a couple of douches that were bothering us but I was told that after we left they were thrown out! Awesome!! read more

I like this place, it has complimentary popcorn, they educate you on what beer they have; they're origin, alcohol level, size, and price. The price is so good compared Manhattan and the environment is really cool. read more

4th Avenue Pub - Complimentary popcorn! - Pubs Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This is a cool place! Came here to meet friends on a Saturday afternoon. It wasn't overly crowded but still a decent amount of people there. Since it was still cold outside, I got a hot toddy. It was strong and tasted really good. I love that they have free popcorn to munch on! It's not buttered or salted but you can add your own toppings. I think it tasted good as is though. The bartenders are friendly and attentive; we didn't have to wait long for our drinks. The atmosphere is really chill and it's a great place to just hang out with friends and talk. Overall, solid option in the area if you're just looking for a nice place to relax and have a good drink! read more

4th Avenue Pub - Hot toddy - Pubs Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Stopped in here with friends I was visiting after they were shocked to discover that the St. Gambrinus a few blocks away had suddenly shut its doors. All I can say is they found a good backup - very good selection of beers (lagers, IPAs, the works) which apparently changes regularly. Bartender seemed knowledgable. Definitely doesn't have a "jock" sports vibe despite being so close to the Barclay's Center. Have to stop short of 5 stars simply because the neighborhood seems very seedy and run-down. Panhandlers outside are quite aggressive and one even came in and hassled us while the bartender was downstairs changing a tap. read more

This is one of the better bars I've been to in BK, though I haven't been to all of them. The free popcorn is nice...though as you drink more you can get a little crazy with the salt. They always have some kind of movie playing and the bartenders are pretty well rounded and usually have some inside knowledge on a particular beer you might want to try. The Guinness is pretty good...that's usually my measuring stick for whether a bar is worth it or not. read more

I've found even another reason why I can't wait till the warmer weather comes. That outside backyard area looks pretty damn adorable. Can't wait to come back in the Spring. And to be honest, the cold weather forced us to pack into the tiny bar area. Super crowded that night but hey.. Gotta get warm somehow right? You'll prob make some close friends too. Literally. First let's talk about the location. Being that it's right near Atlantic Term, it's very easy to get to either via subway or LIRR. So if you're meeting people from Manhattan or LI, no worries there. 4th Ave Pub offers a really nice selection of beers on tap. Stouts, IPA's, Ales... you name it. I know there's that saying never judge a book by its cover, well the same thing goes for beer. Don't judge it by its crazy name! I ordered some really lengthy named beer from Germany. Ready for this? Weihenstephaner Hefeweissbier. Say that 5 times fast. The beer was delicious and I had a nice ol' pint for $6. (Happy hour you get $1 off your drink of choice.) Not only is there a beer menu (duh) but they have a food binder! -- Which keeps a chunk of eateries from around the area that you can order from. But if you can't dish out $ for take-out, feel free to grab some delicious popcorn right in the bar. Seriously, every bar should have this. And don't forget to grab the Old Bay Seasoning that they so graciously supply. What more is there to say? Awesome beers, bartenders, service, crowds and they even have snacks! Drinks anyone? read more

A huge list of amazing beers, many for $5, which is as cheap as you'll find such a good pint in this city. And if you want to experiment you don't have to commit--the extremely friendly bartenders will let you taste any brew you're curious about before you decide. Combine that with unlimited popcorn, a great atmosphere, and a $2 off happy hour that lasts until 8, so you might actually be able to get there after work. This place is definitely a favorite. read more

My Wife and I went here this Thanksgiving weekend and had a great time. The place was hopping but didn't feel crushed by humanity. I love the free popcorn and that they keep it popping all night is terrific. The bartenders let us sample any beer we wanted in very fun little mugs like at Disney World. The beer selection was great and I found a new favorite Winter Warmer by Harpoon like drinking a pumpkin pie in a glass. HMMMMM. This place definitely surpasses Cherry Tree in all aspects Great Place worth the trip from anywhere. read more

Fun times. Can't beat the convenience of the location. We ended up here to meet a friend coming in from Westchester. And the beers! So many! I'll definitely be back. read more

4th Avenue Pub is the sort of place that just feels comfortable the first time you go, so deciding where to have my birthday party a few weeks ago was easy. When I went in a week or two beforehand and mentioned it to the staff, they were super-accommodating, and genuinely seemed like they wanted to make sure everything went well. And yeah, it did! It was most of my friends' first time visiting the place, and afterwards, everyone said they loved it and had a great time. Some key reasons why: - nice, spacious backyard (picnic tables and non-plastic chairs) - incredible, very reasonably priced beer selection (and samples in adorable tiny mugs, if you ask) - free popcorn/no problems having a pizza delivered to the place - right by Atlantic Terminal, so no "how do I get home?" questions And more, I'm sure, but you know, it was my birthday party, so... read more

If you like beer - the good kind - and like it cheap, this place is your new best friend. If you like house music and specialty cocktails, keep on walking. This place really highlights just about everything I love about Brooklyn, down to earth crowd, quality local brew for a great price, not overpoweringly crowded, very friendly staff, and free popcorn covered in old bay. Ok, maybe the popcorn isn't one of the reasons I love Brooklyn, but it certainly doesn't hurt. My only complaint is during the winter, when you can't use the great outdoor seating area in the back, there are just not enough tables to fit all the revelers. Lesson learned - come early, don't leave your chair. Except, of course, to order another round. read more

Wanted to like this place but had to leave before ordering anything. From the website and list they have tons of beer. Belgians seem specialty but draft list is large as well. We were feeling IPA and literally each of the 2 on draft and one in can we're gone. Good for macro selection but need to update the menu. Poor business when you don't have beers actively advertised on website and menu and even on chalkboard behind bar but can't deliver. Beers themselves sit at $7-10 it seemed. read more

We were walking by seeking a local watering hole, when the rep for Troegs Brewing (Gil) started talking to us outside 4th Avenue Pub. They were releasing their nugget nectar ale at 4th Ave, and he told us we should stop in because the beer is amazing. He also gave us a kick-ass Troegs poster. Upon entering, we discovered an amazing beer selection. We got samples of a few beers that were served in tiny little glasses with cute handles that looked like you should hold your pinkie in the air while you sipped out of them. 4th Ave has a great divey atmosphere and had one of the best playlists that I have ever heard in a bar. I was in 90's music heaven: Natalie Imbruglia to Blackstreet and everything in between. My ears and my tastebuds were in heaven. read more

I enjoy this place immensely. Free popcorn? YES PLEASE! Delish beer? mmmhmm! Sweet outdoor space? you bet! There's not much NOT to like about this place. It's my standard. It's my "go-to". 4th Ave Pub, you're my best friend. You have delicious beers, nice bartenders, booths... did I mention delicious beers? I'd say the best part about this place is the location, though-- if you're not digging it, it's very simple to just hop across the street to Cherry Tree, or meander a couple more blocks somewhere else. read more

I said in my original review that I'd be back. And I've been back. Many, many times. The beer is better. The selection is better. The clientele is better. This place merits a very solid five stars. read more

Nice beer selection. Reasonable prices. Great ambiance! Enjoyed getting out of the heat and cooling off at the bar!

I love this place -- the candle lights, the brick wall, the (what looks like) fresh red paint. The seating here is pretty nice, too. I came here on a Sunday night, so I guess it could get cramped on a Friday or Saturday, but the ambiance is great. The bartender was incredibly nice -- really helpful when it came to deciding what we wanted to drink. He was eager to give us samples in these really cute mini beer mugs, and I settled on a light blackberry-type beer on draft -- can't remember what it was called, but the blackberry flavor was really subtle yet fragrant. My lovely had the Cigar City Brewing's Jai Alai IPA. He said it was really good, but honestly I can't stand IPAs because they're too hoppy. The beer selection is pretty comprehensive for beer on tap as well as bottled. If you are looking for a good wine list, this probably isn't the place, though -- they have about one type of each grape and that's about it. This is definitely a place I'd stop by if I were in the area again. Oh, and you can chalk in the bathroom and write messages! They even have free popcorn, too! read more

Self-serve popcorn, happy hour til 8p, what more can you want? I liked the chill atmosphere of 4th Avenue Pub. The garden, located in the rear, is amazingly romantic. Who would have thought that from the exterior? It's definitely a place to meet up with buddies or to go alone with your boo. I liked how they had the bathroom walls covered in chalk board. I guess it's a smart way to deter vandalism by giving people the permission to mark things up, temporarily. I thought it was a cute idea. I will come back, to enjoy the nice beer selection, and the amazing popcorn with that spicy seafood seasoning. read more

Best neighborhood bar EVER. All the bartenders rock. Especially Garrett, his Tuesday and Thursday night playlists are the SHIT!!! He's lovely and pours the best drinks. The drinks are always cold, the atmosphere lively and the popcorn fresh. They also have a delightful backyard, now that it's summer it should be enjoyed. Always love coming in for a round, or 3. 6 STARS read more

As I sit here thinking about this place I marvel that I can even begin to give it anything less than 4 stars, but I must for one simple reason: Pacific Standard. See my review for this to get my general feelings on the spot and the context for this review. By all means 4th Avenue Pub is a great place, its beer list is long, filled with tough-to-find specialties and, most importantly, it's cheap. Cheap beer = more beer. No stars lost here by any means. The sole complaint I have with 4th Avenue Pub is the atmosphere, or lack of any real defining characteristics. Perhaps this is why it's clearly commerically successful, with the loud music and somewhat confined, dark space to boot. Unfortunately, I don't especially enjoy savoring a complex well-crafted beer in said environment. It's like drinking a bordeaux at a bacchanalia. Too bad. Definitely a good middle-ground, though, if you want to head out to a cheap place that won't let you forget it's a bar, while still providing a full offering of high-quailty craft beers. But, if you want a little more laid-back atmosphere, better lighting and strong slate of beers, head down the block to Pacific Standard. read more

Great little bar with an awesome ambience. I was going to a Nets game with my lady and we were looking for a place to have a couple drinks before the game. I found this place on Yelp and decided to check it out. They have a great selection of craft beers, probably one of the best I've seen in a while. I loved the exposed brick on the wall with all the different signs and it wasn't overly crowded, especially for a Friday night. They had a popcorn machine where you could take popcorn, but I was way too full to partake because I had just eaten dinner. I don't live in the area, but anytime I am, I will definitely come back to this place. read more

4th Ave pub is small but they make up for it with personality. Huge beer and liquor selection, beautiful patio area. First time in the place and I think it's great. Free popcorn, brats and kraut! I will be going back. read more

4th Avenue Pub - 4th Ave pub!! - Pubs Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

You wait your whole lifetime; you travel around the world, and you try the best bars in the best cities, and then one day the thing you're looking for is found right in your own neighborhood. 4th ave is as good as it gets. Like Harry's New York Bar in Paris, the crowd is made up of locals, travelers, derelicts, cowboys, poets, and pop stars. If you can't make conversation with a stranger here, you have social problems. Bartenders are fun and knowledgeable and the beers are copious and rather epic. ~Frost read more

Wow. Wowie. Wowzers. I am... wowed. This bar is two things: abundant and amazing. It's my newest "find" and I've been high fiving myself all day because I am so awesome for picking that place to go to. The beer selection is INCREDIBLE. And when I say incredible - I don't mean they have every selection of crappy light beer on tap. No, I mean...Stone Old Guardian Barleywine (12% abv), Smuttynose IPA, Southhampton Lager, etc. I also don't mean that just because the beer selection is amazing the prices are not. No, that's what also makes this place so wow-worthy. At the end of the night I was happy, full of popcorn and yummy beer, and my wallet was far from empty. Add in the the brick walls with beer selections adorning them on multiple (updated daily) chalkboards and long wooden tables and you have the perfect place to enjoy a beer. A good beer. I guess it didn't hurt that all the regulars were pretty awesome too. I found my new favorite place in Brooklyn...and it was only a hop, skip, and a jump away from Atlantic Avenue this whole time! I can't wait for the weather to warm up so I can enjoy the outdoor area after a hard days work. It's time to start looking for apartments above this place. I need to How I Met Your Mother-style it up. read more