Obsessed! Vinyls line the walls while the bartender darns suspenders and I'm instantly transported…read moreto another time. I'm glad I got to see the bar striped down, and before I came in for a themed night. I got to see it in its full form. It's gothic charm is mysterious and inviting. I wanted to stay there all night, but I was only there for two drinks. The first one was the "Fancy Tin Cookie" and it tasted like dessert. There was literally a cookie in this whiskey based cocktail. My next beverage was a creation by the bartender which was a pineapple rum cocktail. This was exactly what I was looking for. Something light, refreshing, but not too sweet. This was a lovely experience, and I look forward to coming back for sure.

I've heard that the Aftermath is a staple bar at Ridgewood & after visiting I can see why. First…read moreoff, the vinyl records & space itself is very cool. Second, it's a very spacious bar as well. Third, the drinks are great. I didn't get any of the classic cocktails & just got a classic gimlet from the HH menu. However, it was great & I loved that there was a generous amount of fresh lime juice given. I also love that this spot has restaurant pop-ups as it's spreading word about up & coming places.

Such a cute spot, the cocktails were delicious (especially close to to bone) and there was an alt…read morerock concert in the stage area. I chilled at the bar because I was only there for a quick drink. It was pretty small in a cozy way. Definitely a grungy lil spot. Will be back.

This used to be the best bar in Ridgewood, but they got rid of the outdoor seating and started to…read moreemphasize shows downstairs. Nothing wrong with that in theory, but their space is way too small to be a venue. None of the Ridgewood cognoscenti hang out here anymore. They're all at Cozy now. RIP

According to the Internet, this is the #1 bar in Ridgewood, so I decided to check it out with BF…read moreafter dinner at Rolo's. The bar is a bit on the smaller side in terms of seating, but it has a TON of personality. I loved the eclectic decorations and knickknacks around the seating areas and the bar. The bartender had the TV tuned in to Jeopardy, so my inner (or extremely obvious?) nerd was beaming. In terms of the drinks themselves, I tried the cocoa orange whiskey (?) infusion on the rocks, and my BF had the chipotle paloma. We would both say they were solid, definitely not at "craft cocktail" level, but decent. This bar has a fun + dive-y feel - the kind of place where you get a beer, a plate of chicken nuggets, and watch trash tv with your neighborhood crew (I think they actually do have people who have a weekly Bachelorette viewing during the week). Definitely worth checking out if you're already in the area and looking for ~vibes.~

I've spent a decent amount of time in Ridgewood and unsurprisingly, much of that time has been here…read moreat The Bad Old Days. I've had a number of drinks here and it's been a great meeting spot for late night occasions, especially ones that revolve around a good drink. No doubt it's one of the more underrated nightlife venues in the borough. The setup feels like something out of a Brooklyn type bar - pseudo hipster vibe, casual environment with the whole board games and stacks of books all within a space that is well divided to give a different feel in each corner of the small'ish interior. Like a living room extension but with adult company. Of course, the bar is the most prominent thing in the room and it's a great place to chill as a solo patron. Groups can congregate in the lounge-y areas but the feel is remarkably different depending on where one choses to hang. On a beverage front, there is no shortage of quality drinks to be had. The cocktails are well made and not expensive; the bartenders do a good job of making sure each drink carries a certain kind of potency before leaving the bar. The happy hours are lovely as well, combined with a good deals ($5 shot + beer special, $5 cocktails, etc.) and even better hours (2-8pm!). Lastly, I appreciate a good name. Bad Old Days can be interpreted in many facets, but I think this establishment prides itself on good company and somehow rewards us with simple, good drinks. Bring a friend or three, enjoy the random movies that get projected onto the wall, and enjoy a late night capper in a quiet part of an emerging part of Queens.

I found Daddy's Bar while searching for some afternoon drinks before catching a show at the…read moreknockdown center - the minute I saw the menu, I was sold! The cocktails are very well-balanced and delicious... at a very reasonable price! Ambiance inside is really sleek. Dark, with the occasional neon light that gives the interior a sultry glow once the sun goes down. There is a pool table in the back, and I saw a poster for Monday night pool tournaments. While I didn't get her name, the bartender was friendly and made the most delicious drinks. Daddy's is a really cool spot, and I'm looking forward to returning!

Service Ambiance great drinks not watered down decent prices…read morePool table in the back gets much use

YES THEY HAD SPICE BAG. pretty good, a little salty but the herbs definitely helped. cool dive bar…read moreWITH A PHOTO BOOTH which was $7 for 2 pictures (ouchies). they had a good selection of drinks (twisted tea, high noon, guiness on tap, frozen apple cider, some interesting cocktails). a little busy when bae nd i got there around 830ish on a saturday but people started to drift out as the night progressed. great service!! would come again

Went on a weekday afternoon during happy hour- food orders are taken in the back, so many yummy…read moreitems. The chicken sandwiches are BIG, and delicious. Ice cold beer. Dive bar feel with plenty of TVs to watch the soccer games.

Exceptional quality and outstanding professionalism. They consistently deliver great results and go…read moreabove and beyond to make sure everything goes smoothly. Highly recommended!"

I came here with a friend on a Friday night for drinks. We also checked out the live music in the…read morebasement. The bands were great and for $15/pp, it was worth it.

When I first moved to New York nine years ago, one of the first things I did was Google "most…read moreunique bars in NYC," and this spot popped up in a Time Out article. What's wild is if you go back to that same list now, most of those places are gone..but this one's still here, still doing its thing. And it's not just surviving off novelty either. It actually feels like Brooklyn. very Bushwick, very laid-back but still a little chaotic in the best way. It can get pretty packed, so don't expect a ton of space, but honestly that doesn't take away from the experience. It's always a good time, and the drinks never miss. If you're looking for a unique but low-pressure spot for a casual date or just somewhere to talk shit with a friend..this is a solid pick. They've got board games, but the real highlight for me? The adult coloring pages lol. Also, don't get offended by the subtle insults around the bar like saying "do math to figure out the tip"... lol I promise it's not that deep.

Cute little cozy dive bar but it's small AF . I do appreciate the board games, the open window…read morestyle seating and the cool fast bartenders. Nice little spot on the weekdays. I will be returning and getting pissy drunk one day lol

The atmosphere here is definitely 10/10. Incredible dreamlike back patio with lots of seating,…read moreinside feels like a cafe during the day with lots of light, good music and it looks like fun events. We opted for snacks over drinks but obviously I'll be coming back for a cocktail. The butter bean salad was really yummy, with a nice diversity of mix-ins and some briny and fresh flavors adding brightness. The mushroom sliders were a skip, not very flavorful or well prepared, but we met the chef and they were very kind and earnest about feedback. I bet everything else is really good, that dish just needs a little love! It's clearly an artsy communal hub in Ridgewood, definitely check it out.

DADA is the center of art and music in the neighborhood of Ridgewood. A very special place ran by…read morevery special people. Support this wonderful business. Support the wonderful musicians and staff that work and play there.

Yee-haw in Ridgewood!…read more My boyfriend is always asking me about my regular bar. I go to TV Eye for the shows, Milo's Yard for the yard and dj nights and Ore Bar is my fave but Jones Bar there's something about you that keeps you in my thoughts! We came on a Sunday afternoon for a cold one before heading home. It is insanely chill. The bartender was funny and inviting. The regulars were like old friends. My boyfriend loved talking sports with a few and deep diving into their love and hate for the Mets! The bartender mentioned that there was supposed to be a vintage market that was cancelled because of the rain. There is food pop ups as well and live music. This recent Friday was four live acts and for FREE. We made our return to our new fave spot. It did not disappoint. The place was packed but not annoying. People were chill. Age range from 25-40 maybe. The first guy playing is from Austin, Bubba Lucky also designed the flyer for the event. The second act, Patton Magee was a three piece. A perfect Friday night hang for sure. Country is back in the best way. This is the kinda bar I was searching for in Nashville. I'm glad it's here in Queens. I am a music lover but I like hopping around genres. So it's nice to get my fix here. So happy to finally be making this a home away from home. Stay posted in their Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jonesbarnyc/

Best bar Ive been to in NYC. Price, atmosphere, service, and vibes. All boxes are checked.read more

Had dinner with my niece at this little gem located in Ridgewood and it did not disappoint! The…read moreambiance was simple and welcoming with cafeteria style seating. We were immediately greeted by our lovely hostess who immediately seated us and advised us that we could get in a happy hour drink since it was going to be over in 10minutes. The pineapple margarita had me nice! For starters, we decided to have all three...the chamoy watermelons n cubes were my fave a hint of sweet n tangy burst my tastebuds. The chips were fresh and crispy, guac was perfect and so was the fried oaxacan cheese. Dinner we split the gulf prawns that were drenched in a rich and delicious pineapple habanero butter sauce. I kind of regretted we shared the plate. It was so darn good!! My niece ordered the chicken milanesa which was a dep fried cutlet. The sauce that it was served with made it taste better as I found the cutlet could have been seasoned way more. To end the night, we ordered churros for dessert! Those warm bad boys melted in your mouth! The diced peaches that accompanied it were like icing on the cake. All of the servers were pleasant throughout our meal. They ensured we were okay, they cleaned our table after each meal and always had a smile on their faces! I definitely will be back!

For dinner, I was pretty underwhelmed overall. The food was good, not great. And we were seated at…read morethe strangest table in the whole restaurant, it felt like they pulled out a random hightop to accommodate my party (we had a rez) -classic cocktails were very good -was kindof annoyed that a draft beer comes ina smaller glass, not a pint glass. Like come on -soft shell crab taco/quesadilla was sitting in a pool of liquid, it was soggy af -rest of the food was honestly just OK/good. Not mind blowing -churro dessert was not cooked well. I think it was fried in oil that was too hot. The outside was very fried and crisp, borderline tough. Inside literally raw. -quality to price just did not seem worth it. It was $120 per person I do not recommend for dinner