INCREDIBLE! Love a spot with no menu that lets the bartender be creative and leave you with a one of a kind drink. Pro tip! We didn't make a res, you can walk in read more

This place has no menu, just let the server know what you like! My description was fruity, not too alcohol forward, slightly sweet, and with whiskey. They made me a strawberry sour with egg whites! I liked it a lot. My friend got something that tasted like a mint mojito that was also really good! read more

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You usually will need to wait for a bit to get seated but their no ordering concept is novel and fun. Could not tell you what I drank on either of my visits here but they always deliver something tied to the flavor profile and liquor I express interest in. read more

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I'm a huge fan of bar that don't have a menu: they customize a drink just for you. How can you go wrong when it's made with the spirit and flavor notes of your choice? Fresh Kills Bar has a nice ambiance that feels modern yet classy. I have attempted to come on a weekend and the line was well over an hour wait, but finally got the chance to check it out on a Monday night where we sat at the bar. It's a fun experience at the bar to watch and chat with your bartender. But for bigger groups, there's tables that fit 4-6 people too. I had two drinks here, which are $21 each. I enjoyed both of mine in their own ways. Definitely one of the favorite bars in Williamsburg. read more

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One of the more popular Williamsburg cocktail bars. No set menu, you just tell the bartenders what you like and they'll mix something up. Their drinks use fresh ingredients, house-made syrups, and generally adaptations on classics. I've never had any drinks that stood out for me but all my friends have enjoyed their custom drinks. Happy hour (5-7 p.m.) is the move: $10 cocktails of the day. The space is stunning and impressive: leather booths, dark wood, marble bar, dim lighting which makes it really popular for date nights, especially after 8pm. Warning: no reservations, walk in only. read more

My friends and I literally stumbled across this place, thought it looked cool and mysterious from the outside and so wanted to check it out. This place is COOL. We had 5 of us and we squeezed into one of their booths so I wouldn't recommend this place for larger parties. There is no menu - you simply tell your server what sort of flavor profiles you like and maybe a preferred spirit. The bartenders will then make something to fit that. There were 5 of us and they nailed it for all 5 of us. I definitely recommend this bar! read more

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Great place to have a cocktail but you might have to wait before you can be seated. Best bet is on a weekday late evening/night. The place has a nice vibe and feel to it, it's warm and cozy but not obnoxiously so, it's a great spot to bring a date. I like spirit forward and tend to gravitate towards scotch. I'm not sure what I ended up with, but it was great. Companion likes tequila or mezcal and also got an equally great drink. We only stayed for one round but were happy and felt the bill was reasonable for the experience. Would definitely be back! read more

This is one of the coolest bars I've been to recently. It feels like a choose-your-own-adventure story, but for cocktails instead. They don't have a menu- you just tell the bartender what flavor profile you like (fruity, smoky) etc and they come up with the perfect drink. This was my first time at a bar like this so I wasn't sure what to expect but our server absolutely nailed it. I said I liked fruit but not citrus, so she asked if I liked berries (yes) and creamy drinks (yes!), and promptly brought out her version of an Ash Wednesday. I've never had one before- but it's classically made with blackberries, gin, honey, and cream, but she substituted strawberries basically making a boozy strawberry milkshake. My friend got a Penicillin after requesting something smoky and citrus- perfect for him! Each drink was $19- which I felt was very reasonable esp for the experience. The bar interior is dark and sexy, the service is knowledgeable and friendly, and the vibes are top notch. Perfect for a date night. Will 100% be back! read more

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Was glad I stumbled upon this spot on a Monday night after 10, so no crowds and easy entry. Low lights, natural colors enhanced by red and leather. Warm wood. No menu here. You give the server/bartender a flavor profile and they give you a drink based on that. For my first drink, I told them I like fruit, but I don't like sweet, my favorite spirit is gin, and I like herbs. This was one of those New York serendipity moments, as the bartender came around the corner grinning ear to ear, saying, "we can only make this drink one month out of the year because of the Concord grapes!" He had made me an enzoni, the original of which is made with Campari and purple concord grapes, which are only harvested between September and October. Most of the time, people sub green grapes, which is a TOTALLY different thing. My other drinks, I told them I liked pineapple, orange, rosemary, basil. And over the night I got a couple more great drinks with flavors I loved (of course, the drinks were composed with me in mind). At the end of the night, the bartender did a shot with me. The bill wasn't bad at all. I'll be thinking about that enzoni for a whole year until I get to have another. read more

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stumbled upon this place on a saturday night and was in for the coolest bar program ever! there's no set menu (though of course you can still order a drink of choice if you want) - instead, the host/bartender asks you a series of questions on preferred flavors, liquors, etc. then it's essentially the bartender's choice on what type of drink they'll make you! i got a yummy tequila and strawberry cocktail and absolutely loved it read more

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The cocktails are beyond! There is no menu you can just ask to the server and the bartender will make you a nice one just for you! All were amazing and refreshing!! All the sheets and tables are real leather on. You can smell it fancy! Less blight and good mood! Very recommend for a date :) read more

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Absolute favorite place in Williamsburg. Good vibes and good bartenders. I like trying new things and experimenting so I kinda just throw some vague ideas or things I like and see what the bartender comes back with (which is essentially the whole schtick as far as I can tell). Its also just a chill place to hang, their selection is wide, they've got a lot of house made syrups and stuff, they're bartenders are friendly and patient, it rocks. read more

A unique bar in the heart of Williamsburg -- it gets popular, and for good reason! There isn't a set menu... rather, you tell the bartender flavors and liquors you like and they create a cocktail for you. Our table of 6 didn't have to wait more than ~15 minutes, but we also came in for a pre-dinner drink. I'd recommend coming with a smaller group, since the booth can get cozy. Our whole table had wildly different vibes and they nailed all the drinks. I asked for a mezcal base but maybe incorporating elements of a pisco sour -- I really loved the end result. I'll be back again soon! read more

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One of those no menu spots where the bartender takes your preferences and creates a custom cocktail for you. We got a mojito and an old fashioned and they were both really great Ambiance was dark but typical for a cocktail bar, overall great spot read more

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Still one of my fav bars. No menus so you just tell the bartender your preferences of drink of choice and off they go to surprise you. Now this concept could be hit or miss but the dim light and music selection make a great date night spot. read more

I should preface this review by saying that on the evening I went to fresh kills it was very late and it was not the first drink of the evening. This bar is very popular and I have internally gone back and forth on whether I wanted to give it a visit. I landed on the fact that I would go but only if there was no line/wait. Lucky for me around midnight on a saturday my criteria was met. My requests for my drink were mezcal, a little bubbly, not too sweet, and fruity. The drinks that came out were solid but I think I had more expectations as to the presentation. The vibe inside is cozy and intimate and I could see this being a fun place to catch up with a group of friends! Not sure if it would be worth a long wait but perhaps thats just me. read more

Great things to say about this bar! I've never been disappointed. I think the drink I got was similar to a gin sour with egg whites and it was very good. Great place to come with a couple friends. The waiting is kinda awkward. Never know if I should open the door or not. Just not a great vibe at the entrance. read more

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Drinks: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Ambiance: 8/10 Had a great night of drinks at Fresh Kills after Manchester City won the 2023 UEFA Champions League over Inter Milan 1-0 and completed the treble. We were sat at the far end of the bar and Susie (sp?) took care of us and she was great. Drinks were well made and she checked in on us often enough, even though she was consistently busy all night. Daiquiri: simple, but this is a drink I use to test whether a bar/bartender has their act together. This was great. Not too sweet, not too sour. Sounds simple enough, but you'd be surprised how often they turn out to be disappointments. Not this time. El Dorado 15 year rum (Guyana, neat) Yamazaki 12-year old single malt whisky (Japan, neat) Mai Tai: The Beach Boys' song Kokomo (1988, Elektra Records and featured in the Tom Cruise vehicle "Cocktail") had played as part of the bar's Spotify mix, and it got me thinking "yeah, I could use a tropical drink and get into a beach mindset." I checked with Susie to ensure they had orgeat (almond syrup) on hand, which is necessary for a properly made Mai Tai. They did, so we were in business. The drink was very nice, with a lot of crushed ice and wasn't super sweet. Fresh Kills is the sibling of LIC cocktail den Dutch Kills, and it doesn't have a cocktail menu. You just tell the bartender what you want or like, and they'll make something for you. It does not have soda, so don't suggest drinks that need it. It helps to do a little research beforehand to whittle down your list of what you want. Or just let the staff decide for you. read more

Admittedly, I'm not a huge fan of the tell us what you like and we'll make it approach. I'm a menu-phile and study the hell out of the ingredients. Plus, I think it provides far more opportunity for me to get stuck with a pricey drink I don't like. So needless to say I was less than joyful once I realized that was their current format. Then I tasted the drinks. Extremely well-balanced. The tiki cocktail was classically wonderful. And the whiskey cocktail riff was one of the more unique drinks I've ever had. The bartenders are knowledgeable, speedy, and quite to the point. And, as I like to note, the music and white noise was at a great level. read more

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This is an awesome bar that is absolutely worth the wait. They don't take reservations so I'd recommend going at an off-peak time or preparing to wait if you happen to go on a weekend night. I love the concept of no menu - the bartenders are incredible and have made me a delicious, creative drink every time. I've been here twice so far and will continue to come back to try new creations. The vibe is cozy and comfortable. Such a gem! read more

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I came here with a friend on a Thursday night around 9pm. We waited about 25 minutes to get in. The inside was beautiful; very cool and great place to impress. There's no menu; you just tell the bartender what kind of drink you're interested in and work with them to come up with something. I told her I liked tequila, and she made me one of the best cocktails I've ever had. Not completely sure what was in it, nor do I care. It was damn good. Definitely would come back. I thought it was a really fun experience. read more

Quaint bar without a menu, bartender just asks what kind of flavors or style of drink you like. Both drinks were great! Not badly priced, not the biggest space so would recommend a smaller group max 4 people. read more

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Fresh skills is consistently one of my favorite bars in Williamsburg. If you go here past 9 o'clock on a weekday, there is little to no wait. The drinks here are always well-made and the seating is perfect for a small group or a date. read more

We were in the area and looking for a bar with good espresso martinis. We got in quickly and were able to get a table for 4. Fresh Kills does not have a menu - our waitress just asked us what we wanted / asked questions to figure out what type of drinks we liked. For the first round, three of us got espresso martinis. They came out very quickly. At first sip, the drink was sooooo sweet. So much simple syrup. On the next round, I got another without simple syrup and it was delicious. The drinks definitely got us buzzed. Good vibes and music. Nice spot to catch up with friends because it isn't too loud. We thought the bill would be pricier given no menu but it was around $160 for 8 drinks (pre tip). I would come back for another drink! read more

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Fresh Kills had great vibes and drinks! The only downside was that we had to wait around 30 minutes, but if you go at the right time, you could just walk in without a wait. They don't have a menu, so we each told the staff what we like in drinks and almost all the drinks we got were very tasty. I would definitely go back if I was in the area. read more

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The service is great and the vibes are very cute! The drinks are pricey as expected, but still had a great time! read more

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Came here last night (Thursday night) there was a 5 minute wait so I guess we were lucky to get a spot so quickly. We love gin drinks so I ordered something similar to a French 75 while husband ordered a floral gin drink. We loved them both and ended up sharing our drinks because we couldn't decide which we liked more haha. A cool spot to bring a few friends or a date. No menu- they ask what you like and make a drink based off that. Def recommend mentioning things you don't like (for me aperol). read more

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Overall good but not amazing. Not really into the bar concept where there's no menu but when you ask for something interesting it came out not interesting enough. A bit tryin-to-be-cool vibe. read more

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Finally got around to trying Fresh Kills after hearing such good things about it from friends. I can officially say that it lived up to the hype! There's no menu, you just give your server an idea of what you want and the bartender will create something custom. Super cool concept! I asked for a fruity drink with vodka and received a super delicious pineapple and ginger cocktail. You can also order a classic cocktail, but I thought the element of surprise was really fun. Also, the inside of the bar was more beautiful than I expected. It's very sleek with low lighting and seems like it'd be a great place for a date. The biggest downside is they don't take reservations and it's table seating only, so you might have to wait in line outside until the host has a table ready for you (worth the wait though). Our server and host were great and super attentive. Overall, we had an excellent experience and I can't wait to come back! read more

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Started by an alum of Dutch Kills (the best bar in Queens), Fresh Kills has a few similarities to the other bar, while standing all on its own. My party of three walked in in at 8:35 on a Sunday night and got a booth. No menu; you tell the server or bartender what you want a la Attaboy and they bring you something awesome. We loved the Karaoke Honeymoon, Jet Pilot, Ex Pat and Casino cocktails. They also played Weezer's Blue Album in its entirety, which makes it a perfect bar. read more

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What a cozy hidden gem ! We met up early for some drinks before dinner and stumbled upon this spot! There was a velvet rope behind the door and a host will come to you to seat you. I didnt get our host's name but she has blond hair and was lovely during our visit! This is not your typical bar! Theres no real menu. You tell them what you're craving for in terms of taste buds and what kind of alcohol you are a fan of and they make you a drink! We all loved our drinks ! They dont have any real bar food but definitely have pretzels and peanuts to snack on! But happy we came here for the experience! read more

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It's been 8 months and unfortunately I still remember my experience here; my girlfriend convinced me to come after pitching me this portlandia-esque bar, and I thought okay, cool, who isnt down for a little intrigue and mystery when it comes to a night out and cocktails? We went with a friend and the server was rude off the bat, she seemed to be having a very bad day and brought it to work and DID NOT want to kiki with us girls. Mind you, we were sober coming in so there wasn't any reason to be pressed about serving us. We told the server what we prefer, typical girly non herbal drinks- something fruity and frothy, a sour would've done just fine. All three of us were served gin based botanical cocktails that tasted like licking blood off of a freshly varnished hardwood floor. When we let our server know that all of our cocktails were unbearable, she rolled her eyes and huffed and asked why what we didnt like about them, we explained, she fought back. Im not sure why it got her in a such a mood but she REALLY did not want to have any drinks remade. After 5 minutes of back and forth she served us all cosmos practically threw them down on the table, half of mine spilled on my shirt and I had to go to the restroom to wipe it off. This wasn't any fun, playful banter or behavior. We were PLEADING for new cocktails. How humiliating!! The replacement round she served us was fine so we wanted another; she ignored us, and I had to go to the bar to order another right from the bartender! He was dismissive and rude too, but at this point it was expected. After that round we left- people having fun at the bar were told to be quiet, we were told to be quiet- this bar was SO UNCOMFORTABLE to be at. Such a shame as they have the atmosphere and alcohol to create a great fun environment for everyone! At the end of the day, staff is everything, and beginning to end no one made us feel comfortable, welcomed, or appreciated. This was single-handedly THE WORST Bar experience I've had. Also, they have a velvet rope as if there were to be a line outside- yet there was none, it's comical and offensive. If you want to be exclusive, you have to be hot and have what it takes. This bar, simply, does not. Xoxo read more

This visit was not my best and perhaps I should give 3.5 stars really. I like FKB finding it comfortable and having decent mixology. I'm not sure I want to stand in particularly long lines to get in so I go early. Tonight's cocktails were OK, but not great. My Turf Club was spot on, but my Blood and Sand was way too sweet and my request for it to be made with a smoky Islay seemed to go unheeded; or maybe just the excessive sweetness covered up the dearth of scotch. Our first requested cocktail - chili spicy, slightly sweet, sour - ended up being too pineapple sweet and syrupy and not particularly spicy. The second attempt at this made with mezcal instead of rum and with more chili was better. The real disappointment, though, was really slow service, like, really slow. I'll probably go back at some point when in Brooklyn,but I'm not rushing back. read more

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Really great energy, an attentive bartender and proper cocktails. Music level was perfect for convo over drinks.

Chill vibes and a cool concept! They don't have a menu, so you give the bartender a sense of what you like, and they'll create your drink. I'm usually pretty shy about these things, but our bartender was really great and helped us in the right direction, and the drinks were great! The place isn't too large, but we were able to walk in and get a booth for the five of us. The bar isn't too loud, so it's a great place to hang out and have conversations with a friend over drinks. Overall, great atmosphere and drinks! read more

Looks like a big dive bar from the outside I said I like vodka and mojitos They gave me a water with cucumber and a vodka mint drink, which is delicious ! My boyfriend ordered a margarita read more

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A cozier, more intimate vibe if you're looking for that. I enjoyed the ambiance for getting to know someone. I was able to have a drink crafted based on my cocktail preferences which was pretty cool. Friendly and attentive staff as well. Would come back. read more

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I've been dying to try this place for a year or so but they don't take reservations and are always packed! I got there a few minutes before they opened in a Sunday and was the first party to be let in. Very romantic setting as the lights are very dim, there are groups of friends there as well. They have no cocktail menu, you tell the server what you like and they'll make a cocktail based on that. Very different and extremely yummy! They also can make any classic cocktail. Hopefully next time I come by they'll have a seat for me! read more

really fun experience and the waitress made the perfect drink based on the flavors i like

This review is going to be a bit short. It's not because the cocktail wasn't tasty, the bartender wasn't friendly, and the atmosphere wasn't nice, but rather the fact that I have only a partial clue what I drank as this was back in May prior to another dinner (at the nearby Atithi. Solid.) The friendly guy asked my general preferences and I said as per usual I like bitterer drinks, mostly amaro based with a touch of sweetness (i.e. not Campari based.) That's one of my two cocktail preferences along with bourbon based drinks and it depends on the mood. I think I remember him using Avena so my presumption is that it was the Malocchio with orange and chocolate bitters, averna, coffee liquor, calvados, and an orange twist. I remember a subtle orange sweetness with plenty of booze so that would make sense also. The cocktail was $15 and quite tasty. They gave some cucumber water to begin with which was a nice touch. Would go back and try more. read more

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