Were I reading these descriptive tidbits elsewhere, I might be scratching my head. The bar stools and counter feel like they would fit equally well at a trendy diner, despite the darker lighting. The back room is deliciously described as "scandalous" elsewhere, with its chairs, red lighting, and bed. We listened to French hip-hop as we sipped our cocktails. And I'm still not 100% sure I get how they came up with the intriguing name of the place. It certainly caught the attention of my friends when I said we were meeting here. Yet everything works together, really well. It's one of those "whole is greater than the sum of its parts" things. It's got this fun combo of chill and trendy. Classic happy hour cocktails at $10 were a pleasure to imbibe, combined with the combination charcuterie plate - not enough for a meal, but enough to start off your evening and whet your appetite for more. Be sure to include this place in your evening's plans. read more

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Amazing staff and beautiful bar with a yard. Highly recommended. The food options were unique.

Apparently this place used to be a former brothel, which tips you off to that given the luxurious bed taking center stage in the back room. Some patrons sit on some luscious sheets while sipping their cocktails! Came here with a group of friends, four of us total, and was thrilled to sit at the bar. The bartender brings out the menus that have QR codes on bookmarks, sticking out of an old paperback novel in another language. I had the Presidential Affair (Apostole gin, Nixta licor de Elote, carrot, lemon, toasted cumin) pictured on the right. I also tried the George Washington's Night Out (Hendricks gin, kiwi basil shrub, honey, lemon), pictured on the left. Will be back soon! read more

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Came here with a date, and I really liked the decor, sat intuw bak room.The music was great, as well as the drinks and the oysters, which were good. The dirty Oldman drink is a must, but I have a feeling all of their drinks are good. I also had a drink with crushed ice, which was good as well. Our waitress was very polite and attentive. I will definitely come back. read more

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Barely Disfigured is not a brothel. They'll let you know many times. Amazing marketing, aesthetic, and flat-out mistique. Walked in on a Saturday night at 10 or so. Prime time for Brooklyn bars. Did my girlfriend and I have a hard time getting a seat? No. Was service slow for a place that makes intricate craft cocktails? No. Was everything clean and well done? You bet. I never had a hot cocktail until I came to BD. Unfortunately the name escapes me, but coffee, cream, vodka whatever was phenomenal. The cold one, George Washington's Night Out, tasted like artisanal lemonade... which encouraged my girlfriend and me to put away 5 of them between us. It was a problem. Great crowd - very Brooklyn but neither hipsters nor Long Islanders trying to have their one night out in the city per year. 5/5 y'all crush it. read more

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The bartender makes it look so easy. Service was pretty quick. Everything we ordered was delicious. The music was great. read more

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Bar is ok but music is way too loud. Wish they'd turn it down so people could talk. Will not return

The standout feature of this space is the enormous backyard seating space which despite the size still maintains the bar's intimate vibe. This space is perfect for a group of any size. I love that they have a raw bar and if I lived in the area I could absolutely see doing oysters and a drink with friends or on a date. They clearly put a lot of time into their cocktail menu. I can't say I loved either drink I tried but both were fine and perhaps their style just doesn't match my taste. My one point of feedback, since I know this is a new bar, is to change the bedroom space. The vibe is already strongly communicated and that space just seems kitschy and underused. Walking just past an empty room leads the space to feel less bustling then the bar actually is. read more

400 Reviews! Woo! After roaming around the Red Light District in Amsterdam, I didn't think a Brooklyn bar could make me blush, but all of that changed at Barely Disfigured. We were walking around pretty late on a weeknight with wine on our minds and stumbled upon Barely Disfigured which I had been meaning to pay a visit to. The bar area is beautiful... really a sight to be seen. Perfectly illuminated and a work of art all on its own. We ordered 2 glasses of Chardonnay (delicious, btw) and, after hearing cool things about the back room, roamed around a bit until our eyes fell upon a RED ROOM WITH A BED IN IT. It was unexpected and enough to make even Christian Grey giggle a bit. Certainly not what I thought I'd be seeing on a random Wednesday night. But cool, very cool. Later, the bartenders told us a bit about the bar's history which was certainly interesting. It's not only a great place for a cocktail or glass of wine, but definitely a conversation starter. Very cool spot to grab drinks with friends. I'd come back (to the bar area, of course) again! read more

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Fantastic spot for a cocktail. Their drinks are creative and tasty. You can enjoy them in their dimly lit bar, their outdoor area or in their bedroom which literally has a bed that you can lie on, it's fantastic. Bar room has plenty of seating. The bar is very full so you'll def find a drink you'll like. Service was nice too. Bartender and waitress were attentive and on top of things. Drinks were great, did not predict corretly how they would taste based on the menu but that was fine. This is a spot definitely worth checking out after a late dinner. read more

I went there on a blind date that was an absolute disaster. Thank goodness for their strong Manhattans! Our waitress was super nice and the service was great. The bartender mixes a mean drink . The ambience and decor is sexy and darkly lit. You might be asking why the date was a disaster? She must've pregamed with two bottles of wine before she even showed up. She was wasted from the second I met her to the second I put her in an Uber. Dating in NYC is so much fun 5 stars for place, 0 stars for the date. read more

Amazing amazing amazing. Amazing vibes, amazing drinks and amazing bartenders. I just never want to leave. I recommend getting a few different drinks here because every drink I had here was really good including the Japanese whiskey drinks (I am a big fan- they know how to make a really good Japanese whiskey cocktail - spirit forward and also in a more refreshing cocktail) read more

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Nice option in the area, especially if the back yard is open. Drinks were good, service was attentive. The back room looked like a great option for a small private event. A bit overpriced compared to other comparable places and for what we experienced, but certainly worth a visit, especially for a date. read more

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This would make an incredibly awkward but hilarious first date moment I can imagine. Vision - It's designed like a brothel/bordello/whorehouse/slut pantry. Whatever term that tickles your fancy. They have turned on that red light. I came here with my married friend that I've known for years and later the wife joined. But I go to the back and walk through the bar area and he's sitting there of course by himself in a corner of what is like a fancy bedroom giggling to himself. Complete with a banister bed. He's already looking into booking this or inquiring about renting out the room for his birthday next year. Cutting to the chase - we were in the mood for fancier drinks and I know my friend likes discovering really weird places to go to in the city and this is even better because it's in Brooklyn. The drinks are average - expensive for what you would see on a cocktail menu ($12-14). I tried three different drinks. My favorite was the 'Bad Decisions': Rittenhouse rye whiskey, Cocchi Americano, black tea lemon, Regan's bitters. The Madame Kelly was a little funky to me. It's a cocktail infused with Makrut vodka, homemade orange liquer, and lime. Very limey and tart. My friend's Japanese whiskey infused cocktail 'Incognito Tab' was actually really unique, refreshing, and tasty. Ended the night with a 'dirty old man'. Badoom Ching. I mean, come on. You can't get funnier than that. read more

First time I went to this place with my boyfriend I was blown away. The place itself has a super cool history; basically it was an alleged massage parlor/ brothel a while ago and was later shut down and converted into this "not a brothel" themed bar with a dimly-lit back room with a mattress included in the ambience. In theory it's a great space and I really wanted to love it but unfortunately every experience past the first has been a disappointment. The service has always been fine but a little slow and nothing exceptional. Cocktails are $14-$16 and the menu, at least for the last 8 months or so, hasn't changed. This neighborhood is inundated with great cocktail bars (Leyenda, Clover Club, Dirty Precious) all of which have constantly-evolving cocktail menus, so it's difficult to stay stagnant and remain relevant. On top of that, the last 3 times we went, multiple cocktails (keep in mind there are only maybe a dozen on the menu) were either marked as 86ed or were missing ingredients. The cocktails that I have tried all had weirdly rancid aftertastes. All in all, a bar with amazing potential that kills itself by having a menu of maybe 12 overpriced cocktails, only 8 of which are "in stock", with mediocre bartenders. After several failed attempts, will not return read more

Best bar in Cobble Hill by FAR! Staff is amazingly friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and drinks. The ambiance is incredible, decorations, lighting, and music 10/10. Such a welcoming space. Can't wait to go back again! read more

My party of three came in on a slow Monday for the bed in the backroom, obviously. We had come from nearby Clover Club and were in the mood for more cocktails, but were admittedly perplexed by the photos online showing people not using the bed. If I'm going to a bar with a bed, I'm sitting on the bed. We started with drinks at the bar first, they were missing ingredients for some so we went with our second choices, and were disappointed with what we received. Unbalanced in flavor, not quite living up to the elaborate menu descriptions, we headed towards the back. We took our shoes off and settled in with vintage playboys and Albert Camus books sprinkled about the space. Very quickly a man from the front of house came to awkwardly check on us for...being on the bed. No, it's not a problem, he said we were doing it right by taking our shoes off and pointed to the camera in the corner. Cool. We ordered a second round of cocktails, I ended up sending mine back because it was undrinkable, an occurrence that is so rare I can't even tell you the last time I did it. My friend very smartly switched to wine, and the replacement cocktail they gave me was no better. I was definitely starting to get the vibe that they just wanted us out of there. That may have also had something to do with me rejecting what appeared to be a male staff members insinuation that I should join him in the kitchen for??? The brothel angle isn't an excuse to be a creep when a woman is trying to find the bathroom. Finally it was the end of the night and we were heading out when we found someone's credit card left in the back room. We gave it to one of the staff and he said if we "changed your mind and decide it's yours call back". What? The card didn't have our names on it, it's not ours, please return it to the person it belongs to. Shady. Not a single interaction was normal. Two stars for...idk. The aesthetic? The literature selection? Other reviewers rave about the cocktails but overall I think the place is just a gimmick with some off putting staff. In a brothel themed bar I would have loved to see a Madame or a woman anywhere in sight. read more

This is a gem in Brooklyn. Absolutely perfectly curated- you walk into an off-the-path speakeasy that you'd find perhaps in the 4th Arrondissment, or perhaps a jazz lounge in Marseille... and when you enter the backyard you are in Tulum. The drinks are expert and the oyster bar offering is perfection. read more

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Cobble Hill's cocktail crown jewel. Aim for a tree-side seat in the backyard, and let your fancy guide the decision-making process. The cocktails are imaginative and delicious. You can go for a rich smokey Splendor & Misery, or a sweet and smooth Panama Papers. Last night I tried the Berlusca, lighter on the booze but up-front with the flavor, a delicious raspberry delight. There's also beer and wine, though that seems like kind of a cop out. I'd suggest trying at least one of their inventive mixed drinks to get the real experience. Enjoy the ambiance and savor the moment. It's good to live a little. read more

Another amazing night for the books!!! David knocked it out the park with our Martini's, IPA was delish. Jeremy ( Owner) you are a ROCKSTAR! You keep your customers engaged with the music, you mingle with us, you dance with us. Thanks for the Shots!!! See you soon! Ellie we missed seeing you and Julia we missed you too!! read more

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The atmosphere, ambiance and design makes it such a special spot. Delicious cocktails and perfect spot for date night or girls night read more

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Cool little spot that we stumbled upon when walking through the neighborhood. A bar that serves a few snack/tapas items. The staff are great, the ambience is cool and both the drinks and snacks are worth coming back for. read more

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Fantastic cocktail bar in Brooklyn! Definitely worth stopping by and checking out the entire menu. Me and my two friends stopped by for a couple of rounds. Staff was great and very knowledgeable! read more

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This is my go to place for drinks and atmosphere. I just let Olivia choose my journey and she never steers me wrong. While I love the smokiness of the Little Death, my new favorite is Splendor & Misery. Just tell Olivia your flavor profile and let her take it from there. A perfect evening for me is when Olivia steers and Ellie pours. Ellie's got more art to her than just the ink on her sleeves- Truly a master mixer. read more

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This is a neighborhood gem. Order one of the cocktails from the menu, they work hard on it and have at least two specialty cocktails available for every type of drinker. The bartenders are totally cool with off menu drinks but if you haven't tried one of their cocktails, you are missing out on the whole vibe you think you're getting from the space alone. And talk about a space! Gorgeously curated interior, impeccable attention to details throughout the interior and exterior spaces (yard is closed until May), in their cocktails, on the menu, even on their Instagram. Did I mention oysters? Love this spot! read more

Indoors and outdoors, this place is worth a visit just for the atmosphere. But the drinks are no joke. Creative and presented with considerable flair. Loved it. read more

Ugh the bed is gone. Drinks are okay but still vibes are off. It's boring nowwwwwwwwwwwww

Paid $50 plus tip, pretty pricey for three drinks and a ginger ale. Been here before so I took my friends to the bed behind the bar that's pretty cozy. Even though Im not sure it's a good idea to sit on a common public bed. I've had a couple of drinks in when I came in and saw that one of the menus had a lipstick stain so I waived at the bartender and said my menu is pretty lonely so I'm going to give it a kiss. Bartender took the menu from me and mouthed 'the menu thanks you' as he waived the menu like a puppet. We were the last people at the bar but the bartenders were gracious that we overstayed our welcome. read more

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Such a unique bar on Smith Street! Bartender was friendly and recommended me a cocktail to try and even said if I didn't like it he would make something else for me (spoiler- I loved it). Perfect for a date night or if you are a cocktail aficionado and want to try something new! read more

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Great spot to drink, with great drinks! And they have oysters! Charcuterie is a little underwhelming tho.

Unique and tasty drinks! I ordered the woman in red and my friends got the dirty old man. Both really expertly crafted! This place has a lot of character and the service is phenomenal! I love all the details they put into everything (be sure to look for a carved face in the ice!!). Gorgeous place I'll be back for sure! read more

This place is the BOMB. Upscale cocktails and top shelf liquors welcome you at this beautiful gem of a bar that envelops you in a great vibe, chill tunes, and a diverse crowd, making the environment welcome for everyone. The decor is classy chic without the attitude. Their backyard is what really sets this place apart...it's an oasis, capped off with a killer oyster bar--it doesn't get any better than this!! Highly recommended: Olde Salt Oysters, George Washington's Night Out. Get here... read more

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Had drinks at Barely Disfigured on Saturday evening. A sleek and trendy cocktail bar with excellent drinks, great service, and a very fun vibe. Quality: There is a lot to like about Barely Disfigured, one of the better cocktail bars I have been to in NYC. They recently reopened post-COVID and are right back to the business of creating and serving high quality cocktails. During my visit I ordered their Tenancigo as well as Dirty Old Man, two mezcal based cocktails, which mixed style with flavor. I preferred the sweeter Dirty Old Man, but loved how they got the drink to look with Tenancigo. I also got sips of Splendor & Misery and George Washington's Night Out, which showed off how they handled other alcohols, but I was happy with my selections. Quantity: No issue with the size of the drinks, more flavor forwarded than alcohol based. Value: $13-$15 for the assorted Cocktails. I do have to say the one thing I did not like was the Instagram story that contains the menu. Impossible to navigate without taking pictures. Ambiance: Barely Disfigured is located along Smith Street in the Cobble Hill area of Brooklyn. From the moment you read the sign on the window, you know it is going to be a cool space. Themed off an old brothel, they use dim lighting, velvet curtains, and red lighting to set the mood. A large stylish bar sits in the main area with a unique tail that opens additional seating at the end. A more intimate room can be found towards the back area. They also have a courtyard, but it was not open during our visit. The music selections were awesome, setting that sexy cool vibe. Crowd: Some combination of COVID and the weather kept their outdoor area closed, but they were operating at full capacity inside. It took a bit for us to grab enough seats for our entire group, but eventually we were able to settle in. Service: One of the most frustrating things about cocktail bars is they rarely have the correct amount of bartenders. Barely Disfigured never had less than three behind the counter, solving this issue, and keeping the drinks flowing. Parking: Street parking on the nearby residential streets. read more

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Cheap midtown club vibe that is very out of place on Smith Street. Spent $50 on two weak, warm drinks with terrible service. They make you read the menu on a 20+ part Instagram story. F this place. read more

I liked the vibe of the place, we were almost first to come in and as it gets later more ppl to join, some of which were regulars. This place is a cocktail bar with quiet skilled bartender, that can create something multilayered that will make your young buds to have a party. Don't expect lots of food, they have oysters and shrimps to snack while you enjoy the drink. read more

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My favorite cocktail bar in NYC. Phenomenal cocktails , friendly bartenders . This gem has a very sexy decor dim lighting ,great music. Perfect for date night or a casual outing with friends. Must check this place out . read more

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Yeah, the place has some speakeasy vibes but I mean it's literally like two blocks from the subway and in plain sight, so whatever y'all. Loves: + Good cocktails. I'd happily take a Dirty Old Man, or DOM remixed any day. + Nice and attentive staff. Looks like they all sported Bonobos shirts which gave them brownie points in my book. + Three bathrooms I think, although two of them weren't marked from what I could tell (in the dim light). There is a room in the back with a bed and chairs and stuff, and I definitely missed the little patio with cute string lights, but now that's all an excuse to go back. I can confirm that this is indeed a cute date spot, but come as you are regardless of the event for the cocktails alone... bc they good. read more

If you're looking for a cocktail bar to impress someone, this is definitely it. It's absolutely beautiful, the drinks are incredible, and the price point is very fair ($16 each) given the quality and effort put into each drink! The entire place is advertised as "French surrealism meets brothel vibes" and honestly it's pretty spot on, there's even a literal bed itself inside the bar as well. Just such a fun place where you feel detached from reality, it's what I envisioned bars to be like from film and cinema! read more

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I'm pretty sure this place is a brothel. There's even a bed inside! I've seen nothing to dispute this. Oh, what's that? There's a sign in the window explicitly saying it's NOT a brothel? That's circumstantial evidence at best. Anyway, it's a hot cocktail bar with a huge backyard. And of course, a bed. Service takes a while when it's full (and they have one of the bartenders collecting glasses because they run out, which doesn't seem too efficient). My favorite cocktail was the Family Affair, with apple infused vodka. They also make a fine negroni. Stop on by, but expect a wait. read more

Hello hello! AllFunNYC here :) ok so this place is soooo freaking awesome!!!! It is of course very busy because is so fun! The music is on point the whole time youlll be moving your head and for me always dancing haha the cocktails wow!!!!! I mean like incredible!! My favorites were the Splendor and Misery (had 3) lol The Little Dead - smoky and delicious!!! Both of these super strong and you can definitely taste the flavors of liquor so if you like something lighter those are not for you!! Now not as strong but equally delicious! The Dirty old mean cocktails yummmm!!! Super refreshing and easy to down be careful!!! and the George Washington's night out! Yummy!!! Also the last one The Harlots progress was soooo gooood Anyways the whole experience is amazing must go there! The staff was friendly and they were busy I mean BUUUSSSYYYYYY! Only one bathroom so don't hold it too long before going for it read more

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