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Congress Bar

4.2 (93 reviews)
Closed 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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CONGRESS BAR ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Intimate
Casual
Happy hour specials

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Connie H.

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 ;)

Priscilla S.

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.

Queen Bee and Jack & Coke.
Cindy Z.

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.

halloween decor

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

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Elizabeth E.

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!

Run wild, non-alcoholic beer
Shane N.

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

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Shaji K.

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.

Mezcal Paloma to go
Peter D.

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.

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Aleksandra E.

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 )

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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.

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The bartenders are on point as well as personable and interesting , specifically Amanda & Rocco.

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