We were looking for a cozy bar to ring in the new year and Fresh Kills couldn't have done it more perfectly. It was almost a full bar but it wasn't chaotic or loud. Guests can share what kind of style cocktail they like and the bar will whip up something special and out of the ordinary for them. When I told them I wanted something up and with the texture of egg white froth, I was brought something delightfully vanilla, light, and not too boozy which I love. When it came 11:30 pm, the servers started handing out champagne flutes and poured us all multiple rounds of Prosecco. They had silver balloons on the ceiling that floated around all night and at night, played Auld Lang Syne - Guy Lombardo's version. It was so lighthearted, sweet and relaxed, we really enjoyed this night. read more

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5 stars on the cocktails themselves, 1 star on the service. Had a little bit of a wait outside, even though it was only an hour after opening on a Sunday afternoon; but were finally able to get a seat inside, near the entrance in the front (limited seats at the bar and the tables in the back). Cool concept with drinks- where you let the bartender or waiter know what type of alcohol you like, and they whip you something up. The spicy tequila cocktail they made me was delicious- and I loved the big ice cubes. Unfortunately it was about 15 min before anyone came over to greet us or take our order, and took over an HOUR to receive those drinks (3 drinks for 3 of us). Took another 30 min to receive our bill, and another 30 min to get our credit card back. We 100% would've ordered atleast one more round, if drinks hadn't taken over an hour to receive. read more

I stopped in here before a movie at Williamsburg Cinema and really fell in love with the concept of this place. They don't have a set menu - instead you explain what you typically like to the bartender and they whip up something unique. The bartender explained to me that most drinks they serve are plays on classic cocktails. I really liked both of the drinks that I was served, and it was fun to see everyone else's bevvies come out too. read more

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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Quite a pretentious bar with rude service. Pros: Was here at opening time and got seated right away for a group of 5 on a Sunday evening. Ambience is very nice. Perfect for a date or a nice evening out with friends. I had the spicy ginger drink which was tasty. Cons: I call it pretentious because they don't have a physical menu or a QR code. This made me think it was similar to Attaboy in the city (no menu, you tell the bartender what flavors you like and they whip something up on the spot so essentially you never have the same drink twice and they do not make you your basic drinks like espresso martinis or bloody Mary's, but if that's something you like, they'll whip that up but still add their own twist to it). Where as this place, didn't have a physical menu or a QR code, but rather they still had a set list of drinks you had to order from. My friends literally ordered gin and tonics, red wine, and an espresso martini. What the point of not having a menu if you're going to serve the most basic drinks? Service: very rude. Our first bartender was a woman with brown hair and she was very sweet- she just listed off the menu for us and left. The second bartender though was quite rude. My friend had questions about the menu and asked if they had any drinks that "weren't sweet or had sugar" to which he responded "well alcohol has sugar" in a very rude manner. Obviously we know that. She then had to specify "drinks with no added sugar" and he still wasn't very welcoming with telling her what options they had so she just ordered red wine. Would not come back. read more

Came here for the first time over the weekend with a couple friends and was blown away. It's the same concept as Attaboy on the lower East which I hated when I went - I found that my drink there was boring and uninspired and $18 versus Fresh Kills where I got two of the best drinks of my life with wonderful service (shoutout to Taryn, literally the best waitress I've ever had before in my life). This spot was everything - fun, sexy, good music, great drinks. The bartender hit the nail on the head with every drink we ordered. This may have been one of the best bar experiences I've ever had in New York. We were able to get seated immediately but not sure if that's standard so we may have just been lucky. Nonetheless, would highly recommend. read more

Neat concept. No menu, just tell them the types of cocktails you like and the types of spirits and they'll come up with something for you. Was not disappointed. read more

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I loved my drinks here! They were spot-on to what I was wanting. They don't have a menu; you just tell them what you're in the mood for and they bring you something. My first drink was so good I could have ordered two, which I normally hate doing because I always want to try more things. Wish I could have gotten the recipe! The bartenders/servers were all very nice and helpful and the space is very swanky hipster inside. I loved it. read more

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Due to Covid, the bar is doing a "bartender's choice" where you tell them what your taste preferences are and they make it for you. I do not know the names of the drinks my table had (i.e. Does "mezcal with a hint of grapefruit ring any names for you?) but they were all divine. I'll end by saying the cocktails were about $18 a piece, the bar was really nice and clean, and I would surely come back here in the future! read more

Okay, so I'm a blackman who works in real estate. Occasionally I'll pop into Fresh Kills, and....while there is a "Black lives Matter" "sign" on the door.... Yelpers, I gotta say with no ego- this place gives me the most uncomfortable and "fake liberal" vibes ....like those that go overseas to support black kids, but would never start a project or program here. I always get; "have you been here before" I've been here a number of times.... Guess it doesn't "-matter" unless... Well won't be coming back. read more

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

Ideal place for date night. Really nice atmosphere here with the dim lights. This place had a line so it took some time to get into. Also no physical menus, so I just looked up their previous menu on Yelp (hahaha). Nice spot, I'll bring a date here for sure. read more

- I shouldn't have to write a review...just get here - everything is on point - great date spot - great ambiance - got crowded on a Friday, there was a small wait around ten pm - I've been here on a Saturday night and there was no wait around ten pm - There is no food, but plenty of neighborhood options - you just go in, describe your mood, then, voila, ur drink is in front of you, it is your mood in liquid form - just get here! read more

Yeah, I waited in a line when I was already a bit drunk in early fall to get in here in my late 30's. Life comes at you hard sometimes. The concept at Fresh Kills is that there's no menu. You describe the profile of the cocktail you want and the bartenders will make a drink according to that profile. I'm no alcoholic (don't have the time) but I think pretty much daily about the cocktail I had at Fresh Kills. We went to Pokito afterward and the scene was great. Why didn't I just stay for the art that is cocktail making at Fresh Kills ahhhh! I said I like cocktails that are fruity and with gin. The sole cocktail I ordered, the potable love of my life, was called The Debutante. It was pomegranate, lime, gin, and something else. It was perfect. I can't even describe the balance but it was mouth-puckering, fresh, sweet, herbaceous. UGH. Shakespeare, Pushkin, Nupur L...we've all been inspired by a drink now. Anyway, Fresh Kills is a place for which you SHOULD line up. I don't say that often but the cocktail making is transcendently good here. It's totally worth it. I can't wait to come back. read more

We both asked for tequila drinks, one sweet but not too sweet, one citrus-y. These did not disappoint! One was a tequila drink with grapefruit and the other was a tequila drink with apricot read more

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My bf and I never heard of this place and decided to stop by for some cocktails. Not sure if this long term but it was bartender curated cocktails. You say your base and what you're feeling. That being said I have been to a bar like this before and it wasn't a great experience. I told them what I wanted but this time it was so good exactly what I wanted. I was impressed. Anyways highly recommend. I got to try different cocktails from my usual drink choice and now I have some new favorites :) Mine was La Dominicana cocktail : dessert espresso with a whipped top. (Drank a little bit before I took the pic. Whoopsies ) read more

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Great drink terrible service. We had to wait outside for over 20 min even the bar is half full. The entrance is chained up. The waiter told us to wait and would let us in whenever he felt like it. Bad attitude! Service is slow and you will need to wait for everything: water, drink order, drink and check. That being said, drink is really good. Bartender comes up with a drink based on your request and is super creative. The bartender is like a Wikipedia of drinks! Make sure to sit at the bar if possible and come early! read more

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Very cool concept. No menu - tell your server your spirit of choice and desired flavor profile and let the bartenders work their magic. My wife and I both loved the cocktails that were made for us. If you want to get seated, arrive a couple of minutes before they open at 5p and you should get in with the first wave of people. They stagger entrance so that the bartenders don't get hit all at once with making bespoke cocktails for everyone. read more

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For ourselves as Brooklynites, New Yorkers! Post COVID ! Post Thano's snap! Finally a sanctum of alcoholic beverages are available for patrons like myself. Simply amazed by the presentation that I don't deserve ;( The long term affects of good service is happy experiences and that's what fresh kills offer. Including this (refers to photo) read more

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The bartenders looked at my partner and I like scum when we walked in. Whatever, we both work in service and get it. Sometimes you're just not in the mood. When we finished our drinks and wanted to pay, my partner got up and approached the bar to ask one of the bartenders, "what's the deal if we want to close out?". She raised her voice, looked at him with total disgust, and replied "what's the DEAL??" As if he has just insulted her grandmother. He told the bartender who served us that he sensed some aggression from them, and she acted totally dumbfounded. Turned around her act immediately. "oH mY GOD I'm Soooooo Sorry YoU fELT tHaT wAY!!!!" I guess she also gave him a dirty look when I excused myself to the bathroom. Fake, fake, fake. Cocktails also extremely average. Feel like it may have been because my bf is Latino. Other reviews corroborate. read more

I went here tonight by myself because I figured it increased my odds of being able to get in. I tried to come once before on a Sunday night in the cold with my boyfriend and wasn't super cool with waiting at the roped-off door to be acknowledged. Anyway, I returned today, a really nice, warm day, and turns out most folks were more interested in being outside than in a dark cocktail bar. I didn't love that this is the kind of place where the bartender decides what you'll have (it's too much of a gamble for an anxious person like me), but I got two different variations on a negroni and they were both great, as well as very different from one another. I was especially surprised when I asked for the check and the drinks were $19 each, including tax. To me, for a very popular cocktail bar in this neighborhood, this is quite reasonable. I can see why people like this place so much. read more

Honestly , I cannot even begin to explain how well they made the cocktails considering there is no menu. I basically described what I wanted and Rob and Bear made them exactly how I wanted them but even better. I was honestly in awe of how amazing they made each cocktail. From a Negroni Bianco to a Clover Club all the way to a Classic Negroni variation which was absolutely phenomenal. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to do something completely different and go with the flow of things. I will definitely be coming back asap. read more

Came in on a recommendation from a friend. This bar has a cool, chill vibe. It was packed but didn't take long to get a drink which is always a plus! Its classy not divey but also not pretentious. It was crowded but we were able to get a seat, they have bench seating along the front of the bar and booths in the back. They do have some snacks but no food, so I think its a good spot to get started with a quality cocktail to get your evening started or ended with a night cap! read more

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C'mooon get outta heeere. We went here on a quiet rainy night when there weren't that many people out and we noticed there was no line for this place, and there usually is, so we decided to give it a try. We walked in. It was busy but not like full. We asked the hostess how long the wait was and she yelled across the bar, "Go wait outside". And we were like, "What? But there's no line. There's literally no one else outside. We're the only people waiting to get in. Just tell us, can you seat us and or not? how long is the wait?" Then she just stopped responding to us and looked down so we figured maybe she was busy doing inventory or something like that. So, we went outside... to wait...in the rain...for this hostess to eventually come out to tell us how long the wait was...for this bar that had literally no one else in line. I mean, there was literally no one else waiting to get in. And the three of us just stood there in the rain. It all felt very silly and pretentious, like they wanted to create this "exclusive club" vibe but it doesn't work cause 1. it's not a club it's just a small cocktail bar in Williamsburg and 2. it's not exclusive because, and I can't stress this enough, there was literally no one else waiting to get in. Also, they had these little silver poles by the door that they usually hang a velvet rope on but the velvet rope was missing. C'mooon. Get your head outta the clouds. You're a bar, not The Bellagio. Anyway, the hostess never came to get us and eventually we just left and went to another bar. Super weird experience. My advice to management: Your customer experience starts with the host or hostess. It starts the moment your customer walks in the door. Smile, communicate, be kind and treat your customers with respect. I get that everywhere is short-staffed these days but management needs to step up and own the customer experience and train their employees. If someone brings a date here, for example, and you treat them like that....no one wants to spend their date standing out in the rain waiting for a hostess that will never come get them. Do yourself a favor and skip this place. Instead check out: 1. Maison Premiere. Great service, great cocktails, incredible oysters, and nice vibe w/ candles - perfect for a date or just a night out with friends. Also ask for the cod dip with the French bread it's amazing. or 2. Sauced. Incredible wine bar. Super, super high quality wines. Very very knowledgable wait staff. If you're big into wine this place is for you Also both (Sauced and MP) are like 2 blocks from here. If you can't get into those you can also check out Hole in the Wall or Woodhul Wine Bar (also two blocks). They're definitely not at the same level as Sauced or MP but they've got some nice drinks and they're solid choices if you want a drink in a pinch. You've got options, my friend. Enjoy your night read more

New favorite bar alert. Imagine this. You walk in through some dark red curtains. You're led to your seats - intimate seats for two. Maybe some booths for 4. You're served some cucumber infused water. Great start. Your waitress/waiter walks over and asks you to describe your wildest (favorite) dream (drink). Think classic cocktails with a different spirit. Or leave it completely up to the bartender. So we're talking mezcal penicillins, mezcal negronis, pineapple gin & tonics, etc. A surprise every time. A delight every time. The perfect night cap. read more

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Came here for drinks after dinner and the best time. The atmosphere, drinks and service were divine. Some of the best cocktails we've had. read more

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Stopped for a cocktail at Fresh Kills Bar on Saturday night. A high-quality bar that really lets the creativity of its bartenders show. Quality: Always a fan of bars that place faith in their bartenders to come up with something delicious. I requested a sweet and spicy mezcal drink and was pretty happy with the result. Didn't quite nail the spiciness, opting for cinnamon rather than pepper, but still a satisfying drink. Had a few sips of the more floral gin drink my wife ordered. Not something I would want, but definitely had everything she enjoys. Quantity: Good mix of strength and flavor. Value: $18 for a Cocktail. Ambiance: Fresh Kills Bar is located in a busy section of Williamsburg. When you open the door you are immediately met with a velvet rope. They have specific seating assignments, so even if booths are open, you need a party of three or more to get into them. They have a front area with small tables, a few booths, and then bar seating. The bar had a bit of a nautical theme, with sailor portraits and a ship design. Crowd: A short wait for a seat on Saturday evening. People flow in and out relatively quickly. Service: No drink menu so heavy reliance on the bartenders. I felt they did a good job, though we both found small flaws in our requests. Parking: Limited street parking. read more

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The drinks are amazing! They do not have a menu here. After I talked to the bartender (Sam) he suggested a drink. The drink I got was so good. One of the best drinks I've ever had with Mezcal. I enjoyed my experience and the couple of drinks that Sam made for me. read more

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Had some amazing cocktails! I got the Whiksey Sour and my friend got the Moscow Mule. The Moscow Mule was so ginger-y and delicious. Highly recommend. All the tables are shaped like bottle caps! The waiter asks you if you want the bartender's choice or your own drink. read more

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Their menu-free cocktail program is a gamble but it's completely supported by talented bartenders who create unique drinks tailored to your flavor preferences. The music and great, the layout is nice, and the atmosphere is super sexy and sophisticated without being overly luxe or pretentious. There's a reason every other bartender in Williamsburg recommends it as the best cocktail bar. read more

The review is not for the cocktails (drinks are always delicious) but for the people working at this bar/service. I had the "audacity" (according to the staff at this bar) to order another drink while I just got a drink (the wait time is long and my friends were on their last drinks). According to the server I was very disrespectful, he made it a point to school us on this. Apparently by ordering another drink in this instance was disrespectful to the bartender and the server thought he needed to let us know the same. Even after clarifying that wasn't our intention (to hurt the bartender, I know this sounds bizarre even writing this) he wasn't having it and insisted we were disrespectful. He 100% needs to be schooled on how to service people given he is in the service industry and was SO combative for no reason and this place can do better by not having a egomaniac working the bar. To the bartender, I loved the drink that my friend got and that's why I ordered another - this should have been a compliment and not an insult. Stop assuming peoples intent. Also, makes me wonder if I was treated this way because of I am a person of color? Well there are other reviews to support that. Hope the management addresses this ASAP. Looking for a good bar and good service, go to maison premiere instead! read more

I came to here after visiting Baby's All Right for a Sam Fischer show and had a really nice time. I was looking for a place to have a really great cocktail and they didn't disappoint. Best part about this place is there are no drink menus. You give them a spirit and vibe and they'll make you something beautiful to drink. Will be back!! read more

Pretty cool concept. You tell the waitor/bartender what kind of alcohol you tend to like and if you like it shaken/stirred or liquor forward and they do the rest. It's a fun and unique experience, definitely good for a date or a group hang. My only negative is how pricey the drinks turn out to be and on top of that you can't even see a menu to know the range of pricing you're looking at read more

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If you're looking for cocktails this place is on point! The drinks are a little pricey, averaging around 15 but I think the prices are pretty reasonable compared to other NYC bars. The bar was rather full, so we decided to sit at one of the little tables at the front. Someone came to greet us shortly afterwards, she was helpful with telling me what drinks were her favorite. Both cocktails we ordered were one of the best I've ever had (Bourbon Gun Club and Prescription Julep). They both came with a metal straw, at first I almost thought it was a regular straw, it really keeps your drink cold when sipping through it and was a nice touch. Great ambience, pleasant service, helpful when ordering and some amazing drinks! Defiantly a must try if you're in the area. read more

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Great cocktail bars in Brooklyn are far more spread out than those in Manhattan. It's nothing like the East Village where you've got Death & Co, Amor y Amargo and Cienfuegos within half a block of each other. You've got to search a bit more in Brooklyn. I'm pretty miserable at making decisions, though, so it's actually a huge help to have fewer options. I remember bookmarking Fresh Kills soon after its opening last year. Though I've never been to its sister bar, Dutch Kills, I've been scheming to get to LIC for ages just to visit the storied venue. If Fresh Kills is an accurate preview, I'm excited. The space is warm, intimate and overall lovely, and the drinks are varied, creative and fabulously executed. Great for a date and/or a small group of mixology nerds. Came here at around 6:45 on a Thursday night. They have some decent happy hour deals here until 7, so take advantage of that if you can. The happy hour drinks aren't as intriguing as the rest of the cocktail menu, but they're still well-made (and $11 instead of $15). The bf started with the Buck, which is essentially a mule made with your spirit of choice. Very refreshing, felt a bit like a Little Branch drink (which makes sense given the bar family). The space itself is on the small side. Elegant, dim lighting, beautiful architecture, lots of seating options. A fabulously-stockedSmall tables in the front, larger booths in the back and bar seating. We scored two seats at the bar, which is always my preference at a cocktail spot like this. I like watching the masters at work. There are lots of interesting goodies to choose from the menu. Drinks are split up by how they're served--long, constructed over a cube, stirred, shaken, etc. I always appreciate seeing the distinctions before ordering so I get a good idea of the relative balances of the drinks. I ended up starting with a shaken/stirred down, the Bourbon Gun Club (fresh lemon juice, passionfruit puree, honey, cinnamon, bourbon, egg white). It was complex, varied, light but still warming. Served with a metal straw (the Buck was as well--that's a signature here), which made it that much more enjoyable. The bf just about fell over when he tried and opted for one as his second drink. Highly recommend. I shifted towards spirit-forward for my next drink, another warming drink but something richer. I went with the Hat in Hand (sea salt, angostura bitters, banana liquor, cognac, dark rum, orange twist), which was a twist on an Old Fashioned. I was worried it might be too sweet but it was very well-balanced--the bitters paired tamed the banana liquor a bit. It's definitely a drink to sip slowly, my first being one that you can suck down pretty quickly if you're not paying attention. Some of the drinks at Fresh Kills are originals but others are an homage to hallmark creations from some of their OG mixologists--think folks from Milk & Honey and Dutch Kills. I always appreciate seeing these little references on cocktail menus. Both for the credit given and for the overall mixologist knowledge. I remember seeing the Up & Up do this as a sister of Amor y Amargo, and it was nice to see references there, too. Overall, we had a great time here. The bf ordered some chicken liver pate, which he enjoyed a lot, and we stayed about two hours. The bartender helping us was friendly and super helpful, making it the experience all the more pleasant. If you like perusing the city by way of mixology and/or you want a nice date spot in North Williamsburg, hit up Fresh Kills. read more

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Amazing spot for a date with a dark - lit cozy interior. Although there will be a decent wait before you get inside. Amazing drinks & great ambiance! read more

It's so sad to see previous reviews about this place being unsafe for folks of color, and it's even sadder to have to add a similar review of my own after checking out this bar for the first time last evening. My friend arrived 10 minutes before me and was able to snag a table - I didn't have to wait. But when I arrived, there was a random velvet rope at the front of the bar and no one working to be found. I stood there for about 4 mins before deciding to just come in and join my friend at our table. The bartender came over about 5 mins after I sat, and immediately I knew her energy was off when she passive aggressively explained to me why "when you go to an establishment you should wait to be seated, like you would at any restaurant." She definitely thought she was being slick, even after I let her know that my friend already had the table and I was generally confused about what this place was and who worked there after waiting with no help when I first arrived. I'm still letting her know I'm confused but we place our drink order and decide to order another round. No one bothered to check on our table at any point after the rude bartender took our initial order. My friend catches the eye of the bartender and signals that we'll take a second round. Not rude, not demanding, just ready for another drink and saying you don't need to leave the bar to come talk to us. She rolls her eyes and then tells another coworker (he gave manager vibes) to come take our order. I asked if the bartender was okay because her vibes were not friendly, and I truly wasn't sure where that negativity was coming from and why it was pushed onto me. He smirks and goes "well I'm not going to fire her". I said "I never said anything about all of that" and he said "it was a joke, I'm sorry" and I said it wasn't a funny one and that we just wanted one more round and then we would be on our way to our next destination. It was clear he was trying to start an argument, which is something I don't have patience or energy for because I have a wonderful life. Something these people clearly don't have the luxury of experiencing themselves.... He takes our order but comes back two seconds later and asks if we're sure wanted drinks because if we felt uncomfortable by the bartender "she was still most likely going to make our drinks." Why would I be concerned about that unless she couldn't be trusted to not spit or poison our cocktails.... Before we got our second round, here comes the bartender ready to be combative and problematic she said that if she offended me, that wasn't her intention at all and that she didn't even know what happened to make me feel that way. I told her about how she was passive aggressive but if I misread her tone, that I accept that and all is well. She then asked about what was said from the manager guy, I told her, explained how his behavior and attitude was really random and uncalled for. She said that they've been dealing with a lot of people coming in not being vaccinated and that they're understaffed, COVID is making everything so hard.... As if I was born that morning and didn't have that concept in my orbit already. Not my problem. My favorite part was when she said "well honestly I think you're coming at me with anger and I can't speak to what the other guy said to you" and I said that she asked, and that she needs to be careful about what she says because her comments are offensive, micro aggressive, and gaslighting especially because I'm a black woman. Did this chick not exist in the year 2020...? Typical stuff - I never raised my voice at her, didn't call her out of her name, answered her questions knowing she was looking for a fight (shouldn't you be behind the bar making drinks if y'all are so understaffed) - and yet me, the customer, is the problem That was basically the end of it, when she brought our last round of drinks the weird manager dude immediately cashed us out but profusely apologized for the night because he knew he and his team were doing the most. I told him that he needs to step away and get customer sensitivity and unconscious bias training for the team. As my friend and I enjoy our last cocktails, we hear a literal ruckus happening in the front of the bar. And guess what, the weird manager dude was getting REAMED out by another table for trying to be cute with his tone and thinking that folks aren't gonna call him out. The argument got some loud and intense that they turned on all the lights, turned off all the music, and then the whole establishment was listening to this fight happening, confused about what was happening. That is quite literally what the fresh kills team gets. And guess what, that table had two patrons of color.... So again if you are a black or brown person, Fresh Kills is not the spot for you! Be prepared to feel uncomfortable, argue with the employees, be ignored, and gaslit because these folks have no intention of treating us equitably. read more

Plot: Avant-garde; the customer is always right. There is no menu, but instead, a bartender will curate a cocktail tailored to what you describe as you, in liquid form. Setting: A sexy, candle-lit lounge. Spacious, but with limited seating-- sectional tables for small groups of 2-3 up front and booths in the back for larger crowds. Although humble, this space is pretty high-profile, so anticipate a long wait unless you come prepared with a reservation. We came early on a Thursday night, at 6 PM (they open at 5 PM) and so we were able to secure a small table near the entrance. However, within the hour, a long line wished for our departure. Although a patron of alcohol, I am not well-versed, so when asked, I simply said that I am a sweet tooth, who likes fruity drinks, with margaritas as my usual go-to. I wish I could remember what my server described as my drink, but all I know is that it had pear and citrus and that it was one of the best 'margaritas' I've had. Needless to say, there was a 2nd round. My table partner asked for a twist on an Old Fashioned and that is precisely what he got. A gal knows what she likes, but I guess Fresh Kills Bar does too! read more

Perfect spot in Williamsburg For a great cocktail! They don't have a "real" Menu - tell them what you are feeling and they will make you a drink! Great date spot to start your evening or end the night! Tough to get a spot sometimes so don't be offended if you have to wait a little to get in read more

The cocktails and bartenders are fantastic but the experience and design of the place is so bad it should be criminal. Imagine arriving to the bar early for your date only to watch them arrive immediately corralled into a tiny spot by the door by a tacky velvet rope. It was freezing outside. I could see her shivering. People kept opening the door and trying to huddle into this tiny space trying to figure out what was going on. The host seemed to be doing double duty serving drinks and dealing with the door. Since they were busy serving drinks I had to simply sit, wave at my date and watch her awkwardly deal with the door situation for almost 10 minutes. Talk about a bad first impression! The decor is harsh and ugly. It's a bad mishmash of wood and metal. There isn't a single comfortable seat in the entire place. We kept changing spots to no avail. Think the polar opposite of cozy. Again, great cocktails and bartenders but if your looking to get fresh on a date, this place kills! read more