Cafe Balearica

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I absolutely love the vibe here. Upstairs is a bar, with string lights and disco balls. It's laid back but still has a fun, lively feel. You can bring outside food and the cocktails a fantastic. Downstairs is a proper dance floor that usually opens at 11. You can effortlessly switch between hanging out upstairs and living it up in the basement which I love. If you can early enough you can even skip the cover charge! read more

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You can choose from two main vibes at Cafe Balearica. Upstairs, you have a spacious, somewhat relaxed bar and lounge area. The music is at a low enough volume that you can hear your conversations, it doesn't get too crowded so you can spread out, even if you're in a large group. Downstairs, it's a lot tighter, with a DJ, dance floor, lounge seating area, and a much more packed and busy atmosphere on the weekends. I like ping ponging between both vibes when I'm with friends. Admittedly I've found the music both times to be too experimental for me. Confessing that makes me feel like an old person shaking my fist or at least shaking my head, misunderstanding what makes the youth tick. But I had no trouble twirling around the dance floor to this weird experimental music after throwing back a few tequila sodas upstairs. A few times while here my friends have split up into the group that wants to go downstairs to dance and the group that wants to stay upstairs and chill. It's relatively easy to navigate between both vibes, which I enjoy about this spot very much. read more

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Love this bar! I go frequently for a comedy show and I've never had a bad experience. The main floor is extremely vibey with disco balls, cute furniture & wallpaper, and mood lighting. They have a variety of yummy cocktails. I LOVE the frozen Loverboy drink. The comedy show is hosted in the basement, and I think on weekends it turns into a dance party space. It's a great date spot and a great spot in general. read more

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Overall rating: 4.4 I saw an influencer eat here, so naturally I thought it was a popular place. When I went for the happy hour, it was just me haha. Awkward. Somehow I thought being the only customer meant reasonable service, but it was still somehow slow. The happy hour is a joke though because they serve you in a small size. I somehow thought it was going to get more crowded throughout the night but it was quiet. I went on a Friday with a friend and my 9pm, a comedian was trying to convince us to go to his show downstairs. Not sure if this is the place for me. read more

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Claire D.

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Avoid this club if you're a woman. The creepy bouncers in the picture harassed and literally stole money from a friend waiting in line. Update: the owner called me and argued with me. He lied and said "he reviewed the camera footage and the bouncer didn't take the money" but when I asked him to explain what happened in the video he would not tell me. He also said "I should have waited to post my review". He came up with a story "that they found the money on the ground" but somehow that wasn't caught on camera. read more

Cafe Balearica - Avoid this bar at all costs. These creepy two guys stole money and then tried to tell the owner that we didn't give them money. ! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Mia H.

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I came here one evening while bar hopping and it's a good vibe at night. While there's a cafe during the day and they have food options, I mostly came for the drinks and ambiance. The inside of the cafe/bar is lively at night, with a live DJ, large dance floor and lounge. It's a great space to go with one friend or five, and the music was pretty good. read more

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Ryna D.

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Came here for a friend's birthday party. The crowd is ok but the DJ that night was meh. Collectively, we all decided we needed to find a different spot and we soon left and ended up next door. Not worth the cover charge for sure. read more

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Irene U.

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Bartenders are not cognizant of patrons who are waiting in line behind those clogging it up by sitting/standing in front of the bar after ordering. This leads to extremely long wait times (20+ min) since no one is performing crowd control. Some patrons are Aggressive and staff should be there to hold them accountable to create a space that minimizes these encounters - ie. Couple of ladies and a man clogging up bar space, preventing the line from moving, then being aggressive to those behind them when they are trying to find out what the hold up is. If there were a couple of staff responsible for tracking the line and crowd control, a lot of what I mentioned would be non-issues. Simple, but no one is working on it. Unchecked, these problems deliver an uncompetitive experience in Williamsburg nightlife. read more

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Cute spot for a drink in the Williamsburg area. Drinks were good and so was the service. We had a larger crowd and we got two booths. They play bingo for fun, and the hosts were really funny. read more

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Came with my wife for a couple drinks. Full bar with about eight beers on draft. Beers were listed by style, so I'm not sure if they were craft or not. Bartender was very quick. Dance floor downstairs was closed while we were there. Maybe a half dozen or so tables to lounge at upstairs. Only notice one single occupancy restroom; it was spacious and handicap accessible. read more

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Taylor Z.

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Pretty nice place to lounge around. The downstairs is more dancy but isn't too big so can get packed.

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Julia H.

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Do you ever planning on having a wine night with your bestie and before you know it you find ourself on an impromptu night out? This is how I ended up at Cafe Balearica. To be fair, impromptu nights are always more fun than planned ones (sorry not sorry). We pulled up....very late. Don't know how long they stay open but it was definitely past 1 am which is really when things get good in my very humble opinion. Either way, I think there is usually a $10 cover (has to be cash) or maybe you'll get lucky and they won't make you pay?? Either way, the dance floor is downstairs while the main floor is a typical bar. Spent 0 time in the bar and went straight to dance. I had a fun time here and think I'll be back, it was clean, bartenders nice, and I felt comfortable/safe despite the fact that I was with only one other girl. Excited to be back here earlier in the evening on another night! read more

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Frank M.

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Went here for two drinks--small room, too-loud music and a bit expensive. Drinks were good tho! Also they take tax out BEFORE showing the price! read more

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Hannah E.

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Great drinks, great energy. Chill and vibey upstairs, the basement is more of a club area with disco balls creating perfect ambiance.

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Saachi K.

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Very aesthetic and cute place to get drinks and listen to some good vibey music. I'd recommend going during happy hour and getting the espresso martini! Only unpleasant experience was I closed out my tab after happy hour and somehow got overcharged. read more

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Erin C.

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Came here during a Saturday afternoon for a birthday celebration. I loved the chill, yet lively vibe and adore the interior decor. It gets great light during this time of day. I have also been here at night and the dance floor downstairs opens up, which is fun. I ordered white wine and there are also cocktail options on the menu. Seating includes a variety from bar stools, to booths. Great place for a low-key birthday celebration, enough space for plenty of people! read more

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Alexandra C.

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Came here for a girls night based on reviews. Was standing next to the dj ordering a drink and he put his hands on me and shoved me out of his way. I was shocked and said something to the bartender and he said "what do you want me to do, fire him" absolutely disgusted. Never coming here again. read more

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Nyomi D.

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this is such a fun spot! The staff is amazing and bingo is my favorite! The drinks are always delicious, highly recommend

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Sebastian B.

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The bartenders working on 4th of July were rude since we first ordered and after a while started to fight our group because we tried to call them to get a drink, one of them even telling us to f*$# off just because we were trying to get them to actually serve us a drink cause they would not even make visual contact with us. To the blonde bartender and the hispanic girl working there if you guys are mad because it feels like a sauna inside that place and you have to work dont blame it on the others, do your work or just dont go to work if you are gonna start fighting clients because they are trying to get a drink after waiting for 20 minutes in front of you. read more

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Justin A.

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My favorite new bar in Williamsburg. Really feels like exactly what the neighborhood was missing! Elegant and classy upstairs with huge windows, great ambiance and plenty of room to sit and lounge. Downstairs is a dark and popping little dance club with fun lighting and great DJ's. It's super easy to meet new people here and make new friends, more than most other bars in the neighborhood And the drinks are deeeeelicious ! read more

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Madison P.

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I really enjoyed checking out cafe balearica with a friend. the decor and bar are very cute, though the dancing area downstairs was blasting the music so loud no one was really dancing so the upstairs was especially crowded. I love having two different vibes in the same space, but I would have enjoyed it being something other than electronic music (lean into the disco vibe)! The frozen drinks were incredible. I will def be back whenever I find myself wandering around Williamsburg particularly on a weeknight! read more

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Rowan C.

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Great addition to the neighbourhood. Williamsburg has been missing a spot like this for while. Lots of nice booths and places to chill upstairs and if you want to dance there's a dancefloor in the basement. Highly recommend! read more

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Connor H.

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Beautiful ambiance! Great cocktails! Highly recommend stopping in for a few if you're in Williamsburg. read more

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Alisa O.

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My boyfriend's phone was stolen here in May 2024. We ran into a group of other people from the bar who all had their phones stolen as well (5 additional people affected, at least!). Management actually approached us, sensing our concern, and didn't acknowledge that other phones had been reported stolen from their bar. Management clearly knew something was going on and didn't do anything to help alleviate the problem. Would not recommend this place unless you're committed to having a tight tight grip on your phone all night! read more

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Super fun lively and jumping spot. It's actually not a cafe at all and has surprisingly fun dance floor in the basement. You gotta check it out :) read more

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Karmiya J.

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the music, discoballs & lights are amazing but the crowd could be better/ more safe for women. I went with a group of girlfriends and a few had their boyfriends with them && even with men present all of the women in my group were touched or harassed by strangers. One man took a fistful of my ass with one hand while holding his girlfriends hand with the other. I slapped him and he looked shocked- I am guessing I'm the first woman he has sexually assaulted that has defended herself. The girlfriend was clueless as to what happened & he pulled her away before I could tell her that her mans just assualted me. Another dude physically grabbed one of my girlfriends and wouldn't let go until we literally pulled his arms off of her and as he was reaching to grab her again we had to push and shove him so hard that he lost his balance. I am not joking- after he caught his balance he came over and grabbed her again and we started screaming "we dont know you" while shoving him off again. If it wasn't so crowded and his face wasn't so close to my girlfriend's I would've maced him. If you still choose to go-this is a place for fun music but also a place where you need to check your bag for an airtag when you leave because a large portion of the men here create an unsafe environment for women. I also reccomend going with an equal ratio of men to women... maybe that would signal the creepy men not to bother? Overall it was a traumatizing experience that I had to process with my therapist.. read more

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Jenny L.

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Great music, love the decor and it has 2 floors. The dance floor is in the basement and it's what Williamsburg is missing, more dancey bars!

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Elena A.

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Place is ok, bartenders too greedy, taking advantages of overcharging customers and making up tips amount for horrible service, keep your receipts guys read more

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Maggie H.

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Great place, love the drinks, cool staff. Downstairs dance floor is so fun. Love that I can go up and downstairs as I please. Looooooove the music read more

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Sara K.

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best bar in Williamsburg! Great music, great cocktails and amazing staff! New local!!

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Neha Y.

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Obsessed with this place! Came for the first time a few weeks ago and have been back regularly since. Great music, drinks and all over amazing energy. Weeknights it's very approachable and always have a decent crowd going. Has potential to be a cute non-intimidating date spot- trendy ,but approachable just like the ideal Brooklyn boy/gal/person.Weekends it's the perfect place to dance away the worries of the work week and shimmy around in the basement. Definitely the spot to be this summer and maybe even this year in Williamsburg. Go. drink. dance. be happy. you deserve it. read more

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Alexander C.

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"We dont have whisky sours" "It's the yellow button on the sodagun" Possibly the worst bar staff in Brooklyn? read more

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Isabel A.

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My favorite bar in Williamsburg! I live in Manhattan and still go dancing every weekend to Cafe B. Best staff and drinks in an an amazing space! read more

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La M.

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This place was shit before Balearica moved in. Was so refreshing to have a spot that felt breeezy for a date, a solo post work drink, or a celebration. Menu is on point and so is the crowd. Brings great vibes and I'm not An easy judge. I don't live in the neighborhood but I'll grab an Uber to hang there read more

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Emily L.

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I've been meaning to pop over to this spot for such a long time, it's been weeks since my friend recommended the space and it's truly beautiful. The drinks are just right, the music is spot on, and the owner and the most wonderful. If you're looking for a chill spot with great vibes and even better drinks in the neighborhood- underground and not yet found, this is the one. Will be back x read more

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Liam E.

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Easily one of the coolest bars in Williamsburg. I can't decide which is more gorgeous the design or the clientele. The drinks are great and the staff are quick, friendly and funny. So happy about this addition to the neighborhood. read more

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Honey C.

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Lovely airy vibes upstairs. Plants and murals make it feel like you've gone on vacation somewhere warm and welcoming for a cocktail or beer. Fun, intimate disco downstairs with great DJs make for a full and excellent night out. The staff are great, welcoming and efficient. I'd highly recommend checking it out! read more

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Brendan D.

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Great cocktails. Espresso Martinis!!!! It's super cute. If you know it you already know, but if you're looking for a spot to go for drinks this is an easy choice! read more

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Lauren C.

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One of the best new bars in Williamsburg, really cool open bight bar upstairs with great cocktails and a buzzy disco style downstairs. My new favorite spot! read more

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Hannah N.

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If you are looking for a lounge vibe with good drinks, music and vibes then you should definitely check this place out. I always have a good time when I go! read more

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More info about Cafe Balearica

44 Berry St
Brooklyn, NY 11249
Williamsburg - North Side
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http://cafebalearica.com

Hours

What time does Cafe Balearica open?

Cafe Balearica opens at 5:00 PM on Thursday and Friday.Cafe Balearica opens at 2:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Cafe Balearica close?

Cafe Balearica is closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.Cafe Balearica closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Thursday.Cafe Balearica closes at 4:00 AM (Next day) on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Wed ClosedThu 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Fri 5:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Next day)Sat-Sun 2:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Next day)

Food & Alcohol

Does Cafe Balearica serve alcohol?

Yes, Cafe Balearica serves alcohol. Full Bar

Services

Is Cafe Balearica by appointment only?

No, Cafe Balearica is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cafe Balearica have TVs?

No, Cafe Balearica does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cafe Balearica have outdoor seating?

No, Cafe Balearica does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Cafe Balearica have parking?

Yes, Cafe Balearica has parking options.

Other Amenities

Does Cafe Balearica allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Cafe Balearica allows outdoor smoking.

Does Cafe Balearica have free WiFi?

Yes, Cafe Balearica has free WiFi.

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This place was really interesting! When I found out all the cocktails were on tap, I was a bit…read moreskeptical. What do you mean you're not going to mix my cocktail right in front of me? However, I was quickly proven wrong. Not only was the service topnotch, but the drinks were surprisingly delicious and refreshing. There's a ton of options which is also surprising considering the tap only format. Upon further reflection of how tiny the bar is, it makes sense why they would go this route. It would be challenging for one person let alone two to be behind that bar shaking and stirring. I also heard there's a back area with more seating but we didn't explore much further than the front bar stool seating. Seems like a cool spot for happy hour or late night drinks and I would definitely return!

Came here for happy hour as our dinner was in the area. The happy hour deal is great! Old…read morefashions/Manhattan/daiquiri/margarita for $8 even on weekends feels unheard of in the area. We were lucky to grab 2 seats at the bar as the rest of the seating actually seemed a bit cramped and uninviting. They advertise a heated back patio but I don't think the heat was on and no one was there, which is a bummer. Regardless, the theme is nice with everything attributable to their "laboratory" ambience. Everything is served in beakers or similar glasses. It can get a bit crowded sitting at the bar as that's where everyone orders drinks but otherwise this was quite enjoyable. Will definitely keep on the list for HH.

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Palmetto

4.3

(38 reviews)

2.2 mi

Every cocktail I had was delicious. I got there when they opened at 5pm and a few people walked in…read morethe first hour. Then i around 630/7p it started to get busy and definitely loud at 8pm. I had the passion fruit cosmo, hibiscus cosmo and gentlemen's buck - all were delicious! $16 a drink and you have to order at the bar. There is AC but not blasting. So it will take you a minute to get cool. The music was amazing, lots of old school hip hop. Got harder to talk as the night went on because it got louder with the music or people talking.

As a whole, Buschwick still has margins of neighborhoods that are quite unassuming. This restaurant…read moreis representative of that. Environment The environment didn't leave much to be desired. The music selection was quite exceptional and there was ample seating when I arrived in the late evening. If you're a lover of either bar or booth seating you'll find both of your desires will be met. SIPS I settled on the Passionfruit Spritz which was both refreshing and packed a small punch. If in need of a more spirit forward or herbal option there were plenty of other options in their menu. Overall, Palmetto was a delightful experience. The cocktails, environment and service all worked together for a seamlessly pleasant experience. Happy Sips!

At the bar.

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Abe's Pagoda Bar

4.3

(155 reviews)

2.3 mi

Cool atmosphere and good happy hour prices! Not a lot of seating but that didn't really bother me…read more Servers were pretty attentive, too. I didn't try any of the food, but I'd definitely come back! Edit: I've been informed that there's more space in the back. Glad to hear it! I look forward to my next visit :)

We've been coming during covid. Noticed one day thay they serve food. We thought it was just a…read morebiker bar. Boy we're we pleasantly wrong. You order food at the bar and grab it from the kitchen. The food is surprisingly good. This isn't your typical bar food wings and nachos. They have this sweet and tangy guochang wings. The wings have some good meat to it. Their chicken yakitori skewers comes with a black sesame dipping sauce. Pairs well with a cold beer. The crab lagoon and burger will always be a crowd pleaser. Their cocktails and drinks are great! Doesn't matter which bartender, they maintain the same standard. We opt to go early as they get pretty packed on the weeekend/ evenings. They have pool in the bar room. This is surprisingly a big space and ghe crowd is always vibes.

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Lovejoys

4.2

(74 reviews)

2.0 mi

Wheelchair accessible

Live music

I first came here as a patron and loved the venue so much that I ended up hosting a monthly…read morecommunity event here. The space has such a great vibe--cozy, up-to-date, and very welcoming. The staff are always friendly, and communication with Aida has been smooth and professional every time. The venue is also very well equipped with a DJ table setup, speakers, and a microphone, which makes hosting events easy. Everything is always very clean and well organized. I highly recommend this place whether you're planning an event or just want to come by and chill. Great atmosphere all around!

I was invited to Lovejoys for a birthday celebration. On this day in particular, it was rainy and…read morevery cold. So there were a sprinkle of people inside of the venue. I could tell on a day where the weather was better, there would be more of a crowd. Nevertheless, the DJ was pumping R&B music. The vibes were good. I would return at a later time just to see what a different crowd brings to Lovejoys.

Really beautiful bar. Doesn't feel like you're in Bushwick.

Stardust, house infused hibiscus gin cocktail with edible flowers and gold dust, and vegan friendly - made with fee foam!

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Palme D'Or, pineapple, tequila with Rockey's Milk Punch.

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Very cool Space they are cocktails are $15 each and their wine and beer are around $10. Really…read morepretty and nice space. There is a back yard. Can get a little noisy there and ppl smoke as well. The service was a bit slow bc there was one bartender and at 7pm a group of 8 ppl came at once. They also have board games. And when i was leaving at 9 p.m. there was a tarot card reader.

It's the best place in the world on a late Wednesday Night because of the jazz musicians playing…read more Starts at 10 p.m. until 3 a.m. so stay late because it gets better every hour and you never know what amazing musicians will show up and join in.

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Tora

(61 reviews)

2.4 mi

Have been here a handful of times now and think it's pretty solid for the area! Have never been for…read moredinner so can only speak for the lunch vibe, but I have found the service to be great and the lighting is nice because there are floor to ceiling windows. The menu is pretty diverse with various appetizers, sushi, and also ramen/curry so your standard izakaya fare. One of my favorite dishes here has been the chirashi. The fish was very fresh and it's pretty affordable. I've only ever been here in groups of two and I probably would recommend it for smaller groups because the space itself is small and most of the tables are two-seaters if I recall correctly.

I booked a reservation for two at noon for the same night and it was really easy to do on the Resy…read moreapp or by calling in when they were open. When we got there our table was ready and the waitress was quick to take our order. The food came out in a reasonable amount of time too. We really loved everything we ate and the drinks were great too. I got the sparkling basil lemonade and I was so glad that it wasn't overly sugary. It was perfect to pair with the food we were eating. I would highly recommend ordering the pasta, the Japanese tacos, and the tuna crispy rice! I don't live super close to this restaurant but I will definitely be coming back!

Zaru Soba Chashudon Katsu Curry

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Ra-Ra Rhino

(28 reviews)

2.1 mi

Had the awesome pleasure of stopping in for a few happy hr drinks…read more Ra Ra rhino is located in the back of another establishment. Upon entry you're greeted with a plush velvet interior. I'd already eaten so I was only stopping in for drinks. I indulged in the happy hr special which included 10 buck select drinks. Atmosphere was laid back. Service was good. I'd definitely stop in again.

What a fun speakeasy! This one has been on my list for awhile and I finally made it for a friends…read morebday. When you first walk in, it is a burger joint (unfortunately no gluten free options) and then you pass by a Photo Booth to go to the bar. I LOVE a Photo Booth and this one took very good pictures and they give you a digital copy both in photo and video. On a Saturday night, they had a pretty good DJ playing Afrobeats and reggaeton. The bartenders were nice and the margaritas were pretty good. Considering it's a speakeasy, I would say it's pretty spacious with a few booths and table, but would recommend you go there early if you want to be there with a large group. They allow birthday cakes from outside as well.

I love when the menu has the glass type next to it. The drinks are incredible.

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The purple rhino

Carousel

4.2

(20 reviews)

2.1 mi

This bar feels like something straight out of a 1970s porn but in a good way. It's super aesthetic,…read morea place to be seen, and enjoy the vibes. Be warned that it can get a very long line outside but I promise you it's worth it

It looks small from the outside but once you walk in, what a gem. Very spacious and such a fun vibe…read morewith really great feng shui throughout. There's a pool table on one side and even an enclosed smokers room that opens up to the rooftop which was a really cool touch. Excellent drink selection, fast friendly service and a trendy crowd without feeling pretentious. Definitely a spot worth checking out in Bushwick. Happening area.

Every drink is super aesthetic

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Carmelo's

nahhhhhhhhhhhhhh they had the quesabirra tacos right but they also had this Dorito pack which was…read morelike some nachos made from Doritos but they put it back into the bag. Well I took some of those Doritos and put them onto the Quesabirra and wow really just a top-tier experience I love New York and

Overall rating: 4.8…read more I LOVE CARMELO'S. Only downside is cash only. Love the vibe but when I went there was like no one there. I went around 6pm on a Saturday. Probably too early. The staff was so friendly. Definitely want to come back here when I am in the area. Highly recommend!

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Left Hand Path

Crowd, drinks, atmosphere all nice would def go back to start a night or a midweek date night.read more

Love this place. Literally refuse to go anywhere else. Left hand strikes the perfect balance…read morebetween dive-y and classy

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Chama Mama

(117 reviews)

2.7 mi

Chama Mama serves Georgian food that is down to earth, yet a very polished vibe. The dining room…read morehas high ceilings and big windows. On an unusually warm day in March, they set up the classy outdoor seating. I asked the server for recommendations - the menu is great for sharing and trying lots of different dishes, but I didn't want to overwhelm myself with too many calories. She was a gem and suggested: Eggplant Pkhali - I really love this vegan dip of eggplant, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander, pomegranate molasses, cilantro and pomegranate. It comes with fresh bread, that is crunchy outside and pillowy soft inside. It's perfection, refreshing, toothsome, and vegan! Khinkali - beef and pork soup dumplings were well folded, savory, and soupy on the inside. Red currant mocktails - pretty and refreshing! They also have an extensive wine, beer, and cocktail menu. I have also been here for lunch and had a number of other dips and salads and loved what I got. Chama Mama is great for a date or friends. I believe they will rent out the full restaurant for events. The vibe feels upscale yet simple, and everything is delicious. Prices are in the teens for appetizers and $30+ per entree. Recommend.

https://www.chamamama.com/menus/?utm_source=bentobox-pages&utm_medium=qr-code#drinks-q4-2025-copy…read more Menu chicken kebab was too dry. Everything else was fine....

Mezcal Coma Cocktail

Crispy smashed potatoes

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Lamb dumplings

Juliette Restaurant

I love Juliette!!! French restaurant bistro with amazing lunch and brunch options. I've never had…read moredinner here but am looking forward to it. The rooftop is a nice chill place for HH, brunch and catching up with friends. They have an indoor garden as well that is really nice. Good for solo dates as well they're never too packed so I've always gotten good service. My favorite item on the menu is the spicy lamb burger with feta cheese and harissa

One. Of the nicest indoor restaurants I've seen. I loved the decor. There were also lots of tables…read morebut didn't feel cramped at all. Hash browns with scallions and cheese were amazing and so was the burger! I think my favorite was the apple tart at the end.

Inside, first level of Juliette

February 4, 2024; Eggs Forestiere ($20).

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March 3, 2024; Blueberry Pancake ($17).

Theodora

(217 reviews)

2.6 mi

This is the best restaurant in NYC. My experience from every bite of the food, to the service, to…read morethe vibe - all impeccable. Also, sit by the kitchen if you can. Watching the chefs cook on the fire was like watching Da Vinci paint. Dont leave without trying the Hiramasa, either toast they have, the lamb, and the trout. Shoutout to Pablo our waiter for a wonderful experience.

Lucky enough to get a reservation for this restaurant while in town for the Holiday weekend…read more The food was excellent. We got the sourdough bread. The whipped ricotta with honey provided a nice hint of sweetness. The Scallop and Hiramasa Crudo were delicious. The Hiramasa is the better of both. For vegetables, the Maitake and Yellow Oyster mushrooms were really meaty. The Broccoli Rabe were charred nicely and the calm was cooked perfectly. From the sea, we got the Octopus and Sword Fish belly. Both were really tender. Would highly recommend both. For the large format, we got the lamb and the trout. Both were once again cooked perfectly. It was a nice end to the meal. For desserts, we got the doughnut, chocolate cake, and a smoke vanilla ice cream. That is definitely a uniques flavored ice cream. The service and food was excellent and I can see why reservations are hard to come by.