We stopped here for a quick drink, and it happened to be right after a live show. They were still cleaning up but were extremely accommodating! Our server was willing to take care of us whether we wanted to sit near the bar, downstairs (which was empty), or in the back area that was still being cleaned up post show. We chose the latter since it was pretty quiet in that room, no stairs involved. A I ordered a peach cider which was served in the bottle -tasty. They had a nice track list playing as we chatted for a bit then headed out. It was pretty late in the night so this was meant to be a quick in and out sort of visit, but I would like to come back to see one of their shows. read more

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Bf and I stopped in because why not... its Sunday Froze. Great. Onion rings. Great. Price. Great. read more

I've been here for karaoke before which was a blast. I came recently because of their outdoor seating and sat in the patio on a beautiful warm day. Thank you for having great outdoor options! The brussel sprouts were great and they have vegan options as well as NA beer. read more

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Everything about this neighborhood queer ally space is notable. Friendly service with the best drag shows and karaoke in Brooklyn. The food is delicious but that tops off the great vibes. Worthy of becoming a regular. Giardia the Parasite and Matzah Belle Soup with Ivory Snow for Ru Paul Finale was packed energy high. read more

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This was maybe my second time at Branded Saloon and the service is always amazing! I can only describe the vibe as "Trader Joe's". The staff go out of their way to accommodate, everyone's upbeat and it's dog friendly. They offered my friend's dog water & they were giving out compliments/could tell loved dogs. Now, the steak and eggs was delicious. No notes- super filling and yummy. The French 75 was good as well and they offered us a complimentary spiked cider when I couldn't decide between the two. I love when the staff are just happy to make you happy so my friend date continued on Splendidly. Now, the venue itself has a wooden, cabin style feel. inside is super quirky with drag queen photos, upstairs and downstairs area, and rainbow flags. A great safe space. read more

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Branded Saloon was the perfect host of multiple parties over the past few years. We kicked things off here with a bracket-style sperm donor selection party (the Spermabowl, if you will) and returned to celebrate the embryo success story with a baby shower -- and Branded nailed it both times. Planning was a breeze. The Branded team was laid-back, responsive, and super accommodating. They even connected us with the day-of staff ahead of time, who went above and beyond: tracking down drinks for a not-so-boozy, very loud group and helping with last-minute needs like plates for cupcakes. We ordered way too much food and they helped us pack it up to go. When our guests lingered well past our end time (oops), the staff remained warm and unbothered -- even on a busy Saturday. Thank you and I'm sorry! Would 100% recommend for your next celebration event space. read more

We love Julia, Wonderful like chicken strips. This place is the best. -Review Haiku- read more

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The bar tender & waiter were so nice!! After telling them a funny story about a date gone wrong next to us - They gave me and my date a free drink. Will definitely be coming back :) read more

Great fish&chips. The fries are objectively the most correct perfect fries and they bring malt vinegar to the table by default you don't have to ask them for it. The fish is battered and fried perfectly as well. They are smallish pieces, so: yes there exist better fish and chips in the world, maybe even much better, but the F&C at Branded cost $14 instead of the $28 or whatever you would pay somewhere else for something which is almost the same but has slightly larger pieces of fish. read more

Patrick and Veronica was our servers and host for NYE and let me tell you, THEIR SERVICES WAS IMPECCABLE!! We got here before the crowd and still, they will passed by our booth to asked if we needed anything. The food: Wings were delicious, not dry and super crunchy. Patrick told us that the owner made the food this fine New Year's Eve and let me tell you, those wings hit the spot. Fries were THICCC and well seasoned. As you can see the pictures I have attached to this review, a hefty portion to fill your carbs needs to you know...DRINK MORE!! Their prices is pretty affordable around these neighborhoods and I'm definitely coming back here when I visit NYC. Love the music, giving up a club feel and great vibes. Theres dance floor downstairs and in the back of the place. We sat in the front where the booth is and music is still popping. Thank you Patrick and Veronica!! Y'all the best and thank you for having us ! Until next time, keep it up and we'll see you soon! read more

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The drag show tonight with broadway hits was one of the best I've ever seen, visiting queen icons and the current host pulled lady Gaga's Super Bowl into it! Legend read more

Really fun drink spot with a wacky and bright, colorful vibe that you just do not expect walking in! They turned a very dark and rustic aesthetic place into a vibrant brunch bar with a variety of tasty options as well as amazing music, drag shows, and karaoke! I came by for a few drinks today and had an absolute blast. The staff was friendly and attentive and so fast to get us our orders! I cannot wait to come back for brunch very soon and try out their food! read more

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Grabbed food and drink here after a reading at unnameable books. Server was great. Loved the brussels sprouts. Don't understand why we were charged for ice. read more

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The service was 100% impeccable. We would not have stopped accepting Patrick's showmanship. All Staff were friendly, accommodating, and completely pleasant on a rainy summer Saturday afternoon. Frozen and frozen pina colleagues must orders. read more

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The company was amazing! The food, ambiance, drinks, and service all left a great deal to be desired. They have been out of seven up/sprite for a month... so I got a ginger ale. She had a glass of red, which she enjoyed. Sidewalk seating is always fun in that section of Brooklyn. People watching doesn't get much better. To eat we got the quesadilla (meh) and the branded fries (pretty good) which is garlic and butter on fries. Can't go wrong there. Server was very hard to chase down, he was more interested in flirting with other patrons or so it seemed. It's cool, just swing by every once in a while to see what others may need. read more

This spot is down the block from my favorite tea restaurant, and the first time I stopped by, I was just killing time. Best decision ever! The staff is enthusiastic, friendly, funny, and just a pleasure to be around. I went around Halloween, and the place was nicely decorated, giving a cool holiday vibe. The drinks are beyond excellent! Tasty with a nice punch and seasonal: I was able to get a nice hot cocktail on a cold, rainy day. Sidenote, why is it so hard to get hot drinks at other pubs all of a sudden? In addition to great drinks, they also have a nice menu with tasty dishes, including dessert. I definitely plan to be a regular! read more

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I stumbled on this gem, funnily enough as I was waiting for a Tea party reservation down the street on a rainy day. We just popped in to get out of the rain. What a find! I cannot rave enough about the waitstaff! So funny! So welcoming! So knowledgeable about the menu. Honestly it felt like I was hanging with a friend! The food is amazing and the drinks are to die for! I was actually surprised at how diverse a food and drink menu they have. The restrooms are clean and spacious. What else do you need to know? Belly up to the bar! read more

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Best Place to get drinks in Brooklyn! I come here all the time. The artistic and laid back vibe is perfect for so many occasions and every drink I had here are sooooo good (and strong!). My favorite's are the pina colada, frozé, and La Passion! I recommend sitting outside, the wooden paintings, colored plexiglass and seating is too cute. Also the staff is probably the friendliest, I have ever encountered at any restaurant, bar, hotel, etc:)) read more

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Branded Saloon is a fun and welcoming space with great food, fun drinks, and lovely indoor and outdoor space. My husband and I had our wedding reception here, and the staff was wonderful both with the organization and planning process and the event itself. We had a wonderful time (though perhaps drank a bit too much frose -- pace yourself!) and so did our guests. Special shoutout to Patrick, Willa, and the rest of the 6/28 team for taking great care of us and making our friends and family feel welcome! read more

Gratuity is included on ALL PARTIES. Yes, even a party of two, no matter the time or day. Dropped by for brunch on 10/27 and thought our bill felt a little high. Looked more closely and saw 20% was added which is unfortunate because we usually leave more. Felt a little duped that we weren't told and almost double tipped. Not cool. Note this on your menu please! Can you imagine how many people were 'overserved' on fun benders at Branded and missed this? read more

WOW what a GEM. 1st off: espresso martinis? They're legit fam. Solid . Nextly: St. Patrick? That ~glorious~ server??? Well they will take CARE of you. Need a lil shot o that cran to help that vodka go down? Me too, henny. No judgement from St. Pat. Love it. Love it all. read more

ALWAYS a great time! Had actually been a few years since I was here, but I was quickly reminded of why this place was once one of my faves. Unlike do maybe other Brooklyn joints, no-one here is ever too cool for school, and I really appreciate that. I hope the staff knows just how far their friendliness goes. read more

Sat outside for a nice summer evening cocktail. Their specialty cocktail menu is fun, I went with the La Passion - tasted like a perfectly tart raspberry limeade + tequila. read more

AUTOMATIC GRATUITY Nice location on Vanderbilt Ave, OK food and slow service. We were two people and ordered three rounds of drinks + nachos (canned chili, good chips) over a 2-3 hour stay. Not super fast service, staff had time to hang out with patrons. Everyone's there to chill and hang out, no problem. Goodwill totally burnt with the auto gratuity which was not listed anywhere visible. I only discovered looking over my receipt the next day that I was induced to tip twice - never again. read more

As Patrick, quite possibly the world's most fabulous server, said...."we're not responsible for the return flight from Punta Cana". That was after I ordered my 7th frozen Pina Colada of the week (and the 3rd visit). As a person who orders a sweet blended drink maybe once a year, this place has that drink on lock. The food is dope. The vibe is legit old school gay meets new school queer, it's "5 o'clock somewhere" and when u walk into a place where everyone is actually happy to be there, one can feel that shit. Well done under the new management! read more

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Branded Saloon is a little spot on Vanderbilt. Went in on a late Friday night with a group of 3, was seat quickly. Had a few drinks, a little strong which is good..I think I got the Grilled Chicken Quesadilla (6.5/10) Everything was kind of on top of each other except for the sour cream, and it was a little dry too. My friends got the Cheesesteak Sandwich (7/10) and Grilled Chicken Club (8/10). As for the drinks we got the Pina Colada, Master of None, and La Passion. What I really was impressed by was that my friend didn't end up liking her drink and didn't drink so our server didn't charge us for it. Ambiance: 7/10 Food: 7/10 Price: 8.5/10 Service: 10/10 read more

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An adorable pub sits right on the corner of Vanderbilt Street in Prospect Heights. It is Branded Saloon. The inside was pub atmosphere all the way, but during the warmer months, there's the luxury of outdoor seating. En route to dinner--somewhere--my friend and I who were not familiar with restaurants in this neighborhood decided to make a pitstop at Branded Saloon while we figure out plans. Mind you, this pub served food but we were seeking a certain cuisine or most likely, pizza. Having just missed happy hour, we settled outside enjoying a glass of Rose wine ( at $9.00). We heard the fish tacos were a satisfying snack but passed as we asked the lovely bartender for restaurant recommendations in the area. She literally came up with about 6 suggestions and was very enthusiastic about her selections. I don't know what their food is all about but this place started to get pretty crowded as we were ready to leave (with a destination in mind for dinner, again thanks to the lovely waitress/bartender). We really enjoyed the cute atmosphere and it's a pretty good place to take a load off your feet or perhaps even grab a bite. Nice. read more

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This place is a great time, and I'm really impressed with the job they're doing during the pandemic. On weekends, Vanderbilt is shut down and they put tons of tables spaced out in the street, and even on weekdays they have a special yurt tent with heaters and open air ventilation in the gaps, but enough fabric to block the wind and cold. They also have a plastic/glass house-y space for one table - super cute! I highly recommend the Georgia, Oh My My drink - it's delicious and both peachy and cinnamony. I'm not a huge drinker because I just don't love the taste of booze, but you barely taste it at all here while it still gives you that buzz you're looking for. We also got the disco fries, and the gravy/cheese sauce on them was delicious. I'd been another time pre-pandemic and the spot is super fun. A friend of mine did a comedy show in the back room, and indoors, the service is friendly and it's got a cute western saloon theme. It's honestly one of the more fun bars on Vanderbilt, especially because it's just casual and not stuffy. read more

What s the poor experience @ Branded Saloon. Patrick cursed at the customer. Racial discrimination is not acceptable. This was very unprofessional if him. No matter what a customers does you try and resolve the situation. Not cursed at them. This was very poor judgment of his part. Also the food was nothing to worth the cost. Over priced for 4 items. Plus a service charge was added 20% even if you are taking it to go. Thumbs down for the service. My position is when a customer does not enjoy your food you should try and ask then how you can recertify the situation. read more

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The food is good and I the staff is nice. Ambiance is good. My only complaint and why I don't go more often is that I was dining alone and when I got my check, the gratuity was added already. I'm not opposed to adding gratuity for large groups but for one person, I prefer to decide what tip they receive. read more

The coolest place in nyc!! Best vibes, best staff. The owners are probably the most generous, fun, kind folks I've ever met. Will definitely become my regular spot. Go check it out and stay awhile! read more

Delicious food and drink, and great vibes (I especially love the key lime pie martini and the half & half wings) Lovely queer space as well!

Love Branded. Burgers and fish and chips are awesome. Good sized portions. Patrick and Jade are the best! Super friendly, great atmosphere. read more

Highly recommend the key lime pie martini. I wish I had gotten a better photo of it, but the fact I didn't before scarfing down the several I ordered is a testament to how good it was. It tastes exactly like the dessert. The servers are fun and warm! read more

When the server brought our dinner, he knocked my full beer over and spilled it all over me (shorts, shirt and shoes and I was soaked. Asked to comp my meal and was told no.......I'll comp your beer. Nothing to compensate for being soaked or my cleaning bill. read more

The key lime pie martini was great! The Mac n cheese bites were just Mac, no cheese, very bland. Not worth a try. The Brussels and bacon were cooked separately and they sprinkled bacon around it, totally missing the idea of combining flavors. Fried pickles, were cucumbers, not quite the pickle yet and they were all outside of the breaded batter. Again, Missing the mark. Chicken tenders were flavorful, best item of the 4 ordered. I would say better luck next time, but I can't imagine giving this place another time. My bill was higher than my satisfaction. read more

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Patrick Fromuth!!! He is a DREAM!! He will help you create your PERFECT ORDER while making you laugh WHILE embracing you like family. The food and drinks are wonderful! You won't be sorry. FIVE WHOLE STARS!!! read more

One of the worst places, I have ever been to. Went for lunch today. No written menu, no decaf coffee. No sugar (except liquid), paper plates, and plastic utensils. I ordered blueberry pancakes and received plain. When I told the waiter he said that they ran out of blueberries. My wife ordered fish n chips. The fish was spoiled, over-fried, and greasy. The place was empty at rush hour. Rightly so. The biggest insult was that they take their 20% tip upfront. A real dive. I guess they survive on the bar. You might be thinking that it could not possibly be that bad. It was. read more

Industry professional here. Steer clear of this establishment. Rude, entitled waitstaff and bartenders. Probably fueled by ego, $$$, etc. Still no reason to eat your own... Turns out that gentrification hurts community AND sales. Wanted to like and support this spot but ...ooooof... If you're young, white and privileged, you'll have a great time at this establishment. If not, good luck. Look out for the server/bartender who has long blond hair but likes to wear a fedora or mounties hat... (red flag there to begin with). Wow. Sometimes it's just time to switch gears and change careers. For her, probs shoulda happended during COVID b/c now that we're all out socializing again, that kind of garbage attitude serves Nobody. Signed, Industry Veteran (aka told we were "shitcanned" and to stop wasting time and GTFO). - Gladly. And will definitely spread the word. Mind you, this was 10pm ON A SUNDAY... Imagine how they act when slammed on a weekend. I wouldn't want to know. read more

The waiter kicked us out of the place and said the restaurant closed 5 minutes after selling us beers. He started yelling and cursing us in front of everybody while his friends were laughing at us in the next table. I could not believe such a thing is even possible in America. I wanted to call the cops but decided it is better to take the high roads since we didn't even feel safe while we were there. %20 gratuity included!!! SHAME SHAME SHAME! read more