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    Halyards

    4.1 (120 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, Cocktail Bars
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    HALYARDS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Light Wind
    Melanie C.

    I visited Halyards before a show at Bell House on a Thursday night and was happy to see that it was busy but not packed. Our drinks were made quickly, and there was enough seating for my group. My friends grabbed beers but decided to try out the Light Wind. The Light Wind is a gin and lemon cocktail, which was fresh and delicious. The bartender was friendly and made great small talk while he made my drink. The indoor space is much larger than what you see when you initially enter Halyards, and the back area includes a pool table and a room with smaller tables. There is also an outdoor seating area with picnic benches making it a great spot for group meet-ups. If you're in the area I would definitely recommend Halyards!

    Menu
    Emily P.

    We came here last night to redeem our Autumn Tippler cocktail. The gentleman who was running the place said he was just about to close up but he would stick around a little longer for us since we came all this way. It was super nice of him to do so, but we couldn't help but feel a little bad since he was on his way out. We got our Anne Bonny cocktail and a small pizza for the table. The employee who took care of us put the Simpsons on the big projector screen. He then came over to tell us that there was absolutely no rush. He's used to leaving at 12 or 1 in the morning so 9PM is very early for him either way. Honestly, by this point, it was our fourth stop of the tour so I was a bit tipsy. I don't remember too much about the quality of the cocktail or the food but I remember how awesome the service was. Halyards is a bit of a trek for me but I would definitely return for the hospitality.

    Pina Colada
    Ryan F.

    Went to Halyards for drinks on Sunday afternoon. A bar in an unexpected location with fun drinks and a cool space. Quality: On a warm summer day we were looking to have a frozen drink and ended up at Halyards. The bar is a bit isolated in the Gowanus area and easy to forget about. They had Froses, Pina Coladas, and Margaritas available, along with a list of other drinks and some bar snacks. I was a big fan of the Pina Colada, which had a good consistency and taste. I was less excited about the Frose, which needed some sweetness added. It felt too heavy on just wine. Quantity: No issues with the size or strength of the Frozen Cocktails. Value: $10 for Frozen Cocktails. Ambiance: Halyards sits on the corner of 3rd Avenue in Gowanus. Just south of the massive Whole Foods, it is in an area heavily populated with garages and warehouses, but not many bars or restaurants. They have a pretty large space both inside and out. We were only inside for a moment, but there was a large bar, some high-tops, and it appeared a sort of game room in the back. Outside they were able to create an expansive patio area being the only bar on the block. It is a pretty nice setup with umbrellas, lights, plants, and picnic tables. They also had music playing outside, which is missing from a lot of COVID related outdoor spaces. Crowd: A few small groups hanging out in the outdoor patio area on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Service: The bartender was great. Despite being the only staff out in the bar area, he made sure to circulate through the outdoor area to refresh drinks. Parking: Plenty of street parking in this industrial area of Gowanus.

    Deviled eggs
    Laura E.

    I came here during the Autumn Tippler to try their featured drink, the Anne Bonnie. Let me start off by saying, that the staff is super friendly. The person taking my order at the window was very knowledgeable about the drinks and food. I placed my order and seated myself at one of their outdoor tables. I ordered the Deviled Eggs for a bite and for drinks the Anne Bonnie and the Pumpkin Mezcal Margarita. The food was good, however, I wasn't impressed with the drinks. I found that the drinks were lacking in taste, especially the Pumpkin Mezcal Margarita. I do hope they improve it as the drink has so much potential.

    Intimate vibe
    Kiki Z.

    Cute bar, warm lighting, close to the Bell House - a great pit stop before any shows there

    Outside
    Mutale M.

    I'm so happy this place was open during Covid. The customer service was great but this a a super casual place so there is not wait service. The tacos are good and drinks are cheap! It's only open on Fridays when it doesn't rain. It's really cold outside so I think they have blankets but I recommend bundling or recommend that they invest in an outdoor heater.

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    Decent cocktails, darts in the back. You'll probably catch the comics coming from the bell house for a night cap :)

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    Great neighborhood spot in Gowanus w friendly bartenders and cool scene. Great spot for pre or post Bellhouse shows!

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    Pool table kind of sucks, but the food and the bartenders make up for it. They have comedy. 6 stars if i had the option.

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