Congress bar is Cobble Hill staple. Solid drinks and atmosphere without crazy prices. You can roll in with a more casual outfit and not get turned away, but you also won't stick out if you decide to dress up a little more. Before seeing the cocktail menu, I ordered a dirty gin martini. The martini was solid, but then I ordered the poblano sour from their curated cocktail menu which was absolutely fantastic. If the weather is nice, you can also sit outside along Court St. Solid 10/10 neighborhood cocktail bar. read more

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Located in Brooklyn is Congress bar. They only have a cocktail menu but the cocktails are superb. We are big espresso martini fans and found this place to have the best ones in the city. Our bartender was Jessica and she was phenomenal. Kudos to her and the staff for a fun happy hour which is $2 off per cocktail. read more

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I've been meaning to try this place for so long, and I finally did! This is the classic neighborhood bar. Small and intimate, intriguing wallpaper, locals who look like regulars. The drinks were fairly priced and tasty, and the bartender was very sweet. The service here is excellent; the waitress was very attentive. There is a good amount of seating at the bar, as well as a few tables in the back. There's also a smaller, more private section with a handful of tables off to the side. If you're not from the neighborhood, Congress Bar is near the F/G line and surrounded by excellent restaurants if you're looking to grab some food beforehand. This place looks like it's made for regulars, which I'm hoping to become! Definitely try this one out! read more

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This is a cute little neighborhood bar! I've passed it so many times and finally had the pleasure of coming twice in the past week. Loves: + Good selection of cocktails and beers + Nice vibe, not divey and not overly fancy + Spacious outdoor dining that is good for groups + Indoor dining has the long bar but also another small back room near the restroom + Seems ideal for first dates (not to eavesdrop but ya know) The one thing I'd note is they don't have food outside of chips and oysters (for weekend pop-ups), so definitely eat before or after before coming here. P.S. Their aperol spritz includes vodka. Drink wisely ;) read more

Congress Bar - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This small bar seems to be a popular spot in the neighborhood with ample outdoor seating. The bartender greeted us as soon as we entered and was attentive to everyone waiting to order drinks. Despite the small crowd, she was fully aware of who was waiting and who was there first. We ordered margaritas that were surprisingly strong and potato chips. I'm not sure if they offer food, but we didn't ask since we had already had brunch. read more

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This is a trendy local bar that always brings a crowd of people grabbing a drink. We decided to stop by after dinner on a weeknight. I ordered the Queen Bee ($17), which is essentially a whiskey sour. The lemon flavor was a bit too tart for me that I couldn't finish my drink. There is a small back room, which we sat since the bar was filled up. It's a decent spot to grab a drink, but nothing too particular. read more

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Service: Food:N/A Beverage: cocktails/cocktails/cocktails: Experience: in New York--Brooklyn--CHILL--DOPE. NOTES: Please bring your ID. NEIGHBORHOOD BAR. Low key fun, amazing cocktail knowledge, locals, IYKYK. Why no 5 stars? I want to have food on par with everything else here... in this bar. read more

popular brooklyn cocktail bar. super cute. chill polished comfortable vibes. drinks were great. service/people attentive/v nice. def recommend. read more

Congress Bar - halloween decor - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Cool neighborhood bar with amazing cocktails! They have a nice outdoor area that makes it a great place to meet up with your friends. I went by on a Monday night and they even had live jazz playing out front! read more

This is such a lovely Brooklyn bar. They don't serve food but they have food pop ups weekly. They also welcome outside food when not hosting a pop up. A nice cocktail menu, selection of wine, & beer. Their outdoor seating area is simple and comfortable! Lovely bartenders too. Definitely recommended! read more

Congress Bar - two people sitting at the bar - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Definitely a cool spot, I went for a friends bday. The music wasn't too loud, the atmosphere was chill, but not boring. There isn't food, but the drinks made up for it. It did get crow early and was hot/humid being it's January. But overall I will visit again, if I'm in Brooklyn read more

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Trendy cocktail bar in the neighborhood with seating along the bar, as well as around the back for a more intimate setting. Saturday afternoon, lucked into a couple seats at the bar. Tried the Maple Retox ($14) first - an interesting punch of maple and bourbon, strong throughput with just a hint of sweetness. Also had the Fig Old Fashioned ($15) - a more balanced drink, though not as strong of a flavor in regards to the fig. Not much in regards to food (some snacks), though I don't think they're against outside items. Good relaxing spot to hang out, with bartenders who know their stuff. read more

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I've been quarantined upstate for the past two months in a home formerly occupied by a grandmother. As such, the only alcohol available was a combination of what she drank herself (anisette and some sort of cherry liqueur) and truly awful booze that was purchased some 20 years ago by someone else, and left there because no one wanted it (Black Velvet whiskey, Early Times bourbon, some gin I didn't recognize) and Courvoisier. (The latter really grew on me, and I was sad when I finished the bottle.) Even if that HADN'T been my only experience with alcohol for the past couple months, believe me when I tell you that the Mezcal Paloma that Congress Bar is offering to go right now is the tastiest treat I've ever tasted. And can I just say how much I love being able to walk around Cobble Hill while sipping this delicious beverage? Silver linings, my friends. read more

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My husband went to this bar a couple of times. This time he introduced me to this place--a great bar with a very knowledgeable bartender. You name him liquor and a flavor bouquet, and you got yourself the best drink ever! Coming back for more ) read more

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According to Google & their website the bar was still open until 3am. When I asked if they're still open at 1:45, they said "we close when we want" and slammed the door. Super unprofessional and still don't know what their hours are. Safe to say it is not a place anyone should visit when there are so many better bars around the area. read more

Rude staff. I have allergies to different ingredients so I asked to switch one thing out in a drink. Bartender said "it took me 6 hours to create that cocktails so Im not going to have someone tell me to change it" traveled to this spot for fun cocktails only to end up w a vodka soda because the bartender was so mean about it. It seemed pretty unreasonable to me and based on someones ego. read more

Great little neighborhood spot. They could use some work on the ordering process. No table service. Instead you order at the bar, which is often very backed up. Even an option to order by QR code from your table would work. Still love this place, but hope to see some changes. read more

Love the laidback ambience of this bar. When my coworkers and I met here for drinks, we had the back room almost entirely to ourselves. It reminds me a bit of the inside of a church for some reason. We each got a glass of wine. The service was speedy. If we each didn't have to be on our way, I would've wanted to linger. Would definitely come back for cocktails. read more

This is one of my favorite places in the neighborhood. Solid drinks, great wine, and amazing staff. I've never felt like a "regular" before but my weekly sunday visits - always make me feel right at home. Super chill vibe! 10/10 recommend if you're in cobble hill read more

This bar is a neighborhood favorite. While primarily a cocktail bar, they also have a good selection of beers. The service is excellent. Often it is quite crowded but the bartenders work hard and do their best. I am often mesmerized by their making of cocktails. I like the ambiance as well--it is small with intimate seating.. Overall just about as good as a neighborhood spot can be. read more

Cute little hideaway where they make interesting cocktails. It's small, cozy and pretty... and unlike Elsa- not furiously loud. Bonus is their luzardo cherries on their manhattans. read more

Very cute bar hidden on the busy street of Cobble Hill. Intimate space , romantic setting, good for dates. Bar tender can create new cocktails for individual customers upon request. Not as special as Binc but also nice. read more

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Am I the only person that doesn't like this bar? Pros: Great cocktails list Great play list Cons: The bartender sucked The bartender was so unhelpful and snotty The bartender seems liked she didn't want to be there. God, I wished I enjoyed my time there but that experience with the bartender turned me off from coming back. read more

Congress is a small, but mighty neighborhood cocktail bar (with a room in the back). They have your classics, but also use some unique ingredients for others (like the Pok Pok drinking vinegar). They have a pretty good craft beer selection as well. Bartender was super cool, and the vibe was overall pretty chill and the place isn't ever overly crowded where you have to wait forever for a drink. Giant selection of liquors and digestifs too! read more

Came in on Sunday with a good friend , had a good vibe . Ordered 2 glass of wine while my friend had vodka on rocks read more

Congress Bar - Rum & triple sec and lime juice - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We visited this perfectly adequate bar while waiting for our table to be ready at a nearby restaurant. Not sure if this is always the case, but there were no servers coming around to tables. Customers were directed to order at the bar. People seemed to be enjoying themselves in the laid back atmosphere. Some folks had brought food with them to eat while drinking, and Congress Bar didn't seem to have a problem with that, so that was nice. read more

This used to be one of my main recommendations for Cobble Hill. However, last night I was there with a 2 friends putting drinks on my tab to make things easier. Unfortunately found out far too late that they auto gratted our bill 18% without telling us. As much as I'd love to be able to tip ~40%, I'd rather the choice than someone trying to sneak it out of me. read more

Service with a smile even when they were kicking me out nicely (I was there way after they closed). I love the adorable bar tender who's always so friendly. Great place for an after dinner drink with a date. read more

Stopped by after picking our dog up from camp. Great place to get a drink outside on a nice day and they're dog friendly.

Great spot for a drink in a dark, homey environment. The tap list is not long (8ish choices) but there's always a range (stout to IPA to sour/saison) and it is regularly changing. I myself have never made it past the beer, since there's always something I've wanted to try, but my friends who have gotten cocktails have enjoyed them. The bar up front is comfy (no TVs, don't try to catch a game here), but there's seating toward the back of the main room (though the benches are crazy uncomfortable) and a back room. I've rarely been when there wasn't a table available, so it's a good spot if you're looking for someplace to assemble with 3+ folks for a last minute get-together. Prices are on the high side of average, but nothing outrageous. Note: Congress is very much NOT cash-only, unlike what some other reviewers said (at least it wasn't the last time I was there, which was just a couple weeks ago). read more

Definitely a nice addition to the watering hole anemia in Cobble Hill. Most bars in this area close by 2am. But this place has been consistently open until 4am on several occasions. So it is a solid choice when you need just that one more beer before your eyes glaze over. Nice interior, good selection of tap beer. And that's all I remember before the light went out. On several occasions. read more

Best bar. Best drinks. Best service. So happy to have a bar like this close by, makes the neighborhood feel like home! I bring every friend that visits here and they always can't wait to come back. Oh and best bartenders read more

I've always enjoyed a good time. High key or low key-a party is a party right? My guy, on the other hand, in his serious, glasses-wearing guy fashion, does not enjoy loud places, drunken dancing (unless all the stars align and he is also pretty drunk) or cheap beer (I don't like cheap beer either actually...) anyway, the point is, I'm always on the lookout for a cool bar that can please both of us (I'm obviously much easier to please, but whatever). So, after reading that this was a chill place that has solid drinks, we decided to stop in. The decor is kind of cool but the cash only bit is lame and my drink (a rye drink that was too sweet) was just ok. In fact, we only stayed for one drink because we had some whistlepig whiskey at home and preferred that to what we were drinking. I liked this place, but I walked in expecting to love it. Probably just hyped it up too much in my head. read more

Really love this neighborhood bar! It used to be an old produce shop called Jim & Andy's, and they still kept the cute old farmhouse wallpaper on some of the walls to preserve the shop's legacy. We came in on a scorching hot Sunday afternoon and nothing quenched my thirst quite like the Jim & Andy cocktail - this drink makes the old produce shop owners proud! Easily the best cocktail on the menu, and maybe the best cocktail...ever? I'll definitely be back. read more

Congress Bar - Jim and Andy cocktail. So delicious! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Cute cocktail bar. First time here. It was nice and quiet and the service was quick. I went a little out of my comfort zone and ordered one of their whisky drinks. read more

Best smelling bathroom in Brooklyn. Also, drinks are amazing-- and it seems like the bartenders have involvement in crafting the menu, which is amazing to see. read more

Met some friends here for drinks before a movie. It was early, so not that busy and we sat at a table in the back. The bar is pretty small, so it must get crowded, but the atmosphere was very pleasant and romantic with a smaller crowd. The bartenders clearly put a lot of care and effort into making great cocktails and it was fun to watch them at their craft. However, they weren't very friendly or attentive. They made a good cosmopolitan (although it was not served in a traditional martini glass). The atmosphere and decor is minimalist and artsy, but romantic. Lighting is dim and warm and there is alot of dark wood. The music was a fun mix of oldies and wasn't very loud, perfect for conversation. read more

I am personally dubbing this place *the* coolest spot in the area for late night drinks with a date. If you want somewhere that's low-key, romantic, yet still has a speakeasy vibe, and isn't packed to the walls with people, this is your spot. I mean, even the windows are fogged up on a cold day because it's so warm inside -- and because that's another requirement for any place to feel secretive, under the radar and like you're living in the prohibition era (says me, a millennial, who is definitely a subject matter expert on that era). The cocktails are pricey (hence the minus one star), but the environment, atmosphere and service make up for it. There are also a number of beers available if that's more your style. Highly recommend you bring a date or close friends here to check it out. read more

This place is NOT closed, I live a block away. I mean there were times in Covid that they would shut it down but that was months ago. Inside and Outside - great cocktails and beer is suss at times, no idea why no local BK IPA but that's my obsession. No food, just drinks and a chat with a bud or sig other, what's not to like? read more

The bourbon cocktails are heavenly. The staff is fun and oh so Brooklyn. I can't say more about how friendly they are. They are happy to be there, and take pride in taking care of their guests. read more