Hops Hill

I wish that I lived closer…read more Travel Bar is a wonderful neighborhood bar with a GREAT Whiskey list. When we entered we were created by some "regulars" because the bartender had stepped out. Whether you want a cocktail or barrel pick pour, there are many delicious options. The space is comfortable. They don't serve food (some snacks are available.

If you love whiskey, this bar is a must! We stopped by after a late lunch on a Sunday right when it…read moreopened at 4pm. It was just us, but made it such a delightful time as we got to chat with the bartender. They have over 400 whiskeys including some you may not often find on the shelf. I ended up having the Peach Old Fashioned ($20), Indian Old Fashioned ($20), and Tiki Old Fashioned ($17) while the fiancé had a Jack Daniel's Single Barrel ($20) and Jack Daniel's Bonded ($9). All the drinks were right up our alley and thoroughly enjoyed. I did like the Peach one the most out of all the Old Fashioned I tried as I like my drinks strong and bold. To finish off, we were both intrigued by the Oban bottle and shared a 2oz glass as well. This was a pricey one, but such a fun time to experience and try. Definitely a new favorite bar of ours and looking forward to being back to try more whiskeys.

Peach Old Fashioned.

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The Brazen Head

3.8(151 reviews)

1.4 mi•Cobble Hill

Cute pub near downtown Brooklyn with Monday night trivia and happy hour. The trivia was fun, with…read morevaried topics and not too challenging. Definitely worth arriving early to hold a table and enjoy happy hour, as it fills up quick. Dog friendly too, which is a plus in my book. They don't serve food, but you can bring outside food in.

Just left the bar bc the bartender told me they probably won't put the sound on for the USA world…read morecup game despite most of the people there wearing jerseys cuz it might change the vibe. Bro you're a fucking sports bar get it together.

Menu 1/16/23 - drafts

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Menu 5/26/25

Union Hall

3.8(694 reviews)

0.9 mi•Park Slope

Great experience with plenty of tvs in a cozy living room/ library wood paneled vibe. A mix between…read morea dive bar and a more date night spot. Great for a drink or two Got the espresso martini which was standard, nothing too crazy but the ambiance is very social and great for mingling so that's the main focus of the place

Union Hall is one of those classic Brooklyn spots that just feels good the second you walk in. The…read morelocation is great, the drinks are solid, and it has that older New York, cozy-but-lively vibe that's getting harder to find these days. They've only got two bocce lanes, so just a heads up, if it's a busier night or you're going during peak hours, you might be waiting a bit. But on normal weeknights, it's totally doable to walk in, grab a drink, and play without any stress. It's very laid-back in the best way. Downstairs, they host comedy shows and other performances, which makes it such a fun multipurpose hangout. People usually grab a drink and chill upstairs while waiting for their show to start, and it creates this really nice, social energy without feeling chaotic. Overall, Union Hall is a quaint neighborhood staple, great drinks, fun games, and a little bit of that old-school local charm. Perfect for a casual night out or something a little different from the usual bar scene.

Beer bucket special (Any five cans in a bucket, take $5 off)

Comedy show downstairs!

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Downstairs

Hollow Nickel

4.1(275 reviews)

0.9 mi•Boerum Hill

Incoming hate post but I'm just sad that I spent $65 on two hotdogs that one was incorrect and I…read moregot a hella watered down, like COMICALLY watered down old fashioned. This isn't a college bar, gents. I'm literally 23

Only for drinks Great outside seating in a chill backyard…read more Good craft beer selection Would return Inside is small

Popcorn chicken

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Narragansett and whiskey

Lowlands Bar

4.1(87 reviews)

1.8 mi•Gowanus

Happy hour till 7 pm , $5 well drinks and $1 off drafts . The also have a small food menu, it's…read moremostly pizza for 1 person . Plenty of seats here and room for parties! The also have a big backyard!

A low key gem . Came here on a Thursday and enjoyed myself…read moreordered some chips and dip took ad advantage of the great happy hour deals. Had great convo with the bartender and the patrons. They were setting up to have live music that night. I had to leave before it started. 2 bathroom one downstairs and the other on the same street level. Outdoor seating in the back. Parking in the area isn't bad

1.5 mi•Cadman Plaza, Brooklyn Heights

Spicy Margherita

Wine

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Outside

O'Keefe's Bar & Grill

3.4(244 reviews)

Pack house for the game. Including the upstairs area. You…read morecould barely get inside. I just got a shot of tequila and try to watch the game for a bit. When it's a Game night it's pack.

This is my second time at the establishment, in recent months, and didn't care for the bartenders'…read moreservice. Both visits were during lunch hours. My food, chicken tenders and French Fries, was good but I didn't have a mixed drink as I wasn't feeling the vibe of the bartender. So I kept it to glasses of Pinot Now that I think about it, I can't tell if it were the same woman both times, which would make more sense to having a similar experience, and if so, I'd chuck it up to her having lackluster performance, rather than than the bar lacking overall. Either way, this will always be my go-to Downtown Brooklyn bar.

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Botanica at Widow Jane

3.9(72 reviews)

2.6 mi•Red Hook

Cocktail bar conjoined to the Widow Jane Distillery. Full offering of Widow Jane products with many…read morehard to find options. Everything was offered as one or two ounces pours, so you could sample a bunch or relish exclusive bottles. I had one ounce of the Lucky Thirteen for $15. I typically see the bottle at a $200-$300 price point, so it was nice to get a taste without the huge splurge. Wonderful aroma. Sweet and vanilla forward reminding me of marshmallows. Sweet corn flavor too eventually switching over to more spicy flavors from the run in the late flavor and during the finish. Staff was quick, friendly, and helpful. There was one single occupancy restroom. Dynamic atmosphere. Huge sprawling windows allowing plenty of breeze and sunlight when opened. They have monstrous black out curtains which can be draped to instill a classic dim and romantic speakeasy vibe.

While in the area, we stumbled across this bar which was right up my alley. They have a great…read moreselection of whiskey and most of their cocktails are whiskey-based as well. The vibes are classy with an entire wall of bottles lit up for a nice ambiance. Since we had our pup with us, we sat in the patio. I ordered the Rye Tea Punch ($16) while the boyfriend got the 10 Year Old Fashioned ($16). It was so cute how my drink came in a little clear teacup, which was a nice touch. The only thing that was disappointing was the slow service. We had asked for the check, but it never came around after waiting 15 minutes. We had reservations to get to, so the delay was annoying. I ended up walking up to the bartender to close out the tab since we never got our check.

1.2 mi•Boerum Hill, Downtown Brooklyn

Inside space

Stracietella- OMG!!! Delicious

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Classic flight

Bijan's

3.9(764 reviews)

The service is spectacular! A very cool restaurant buzzled in downtown Bk. I had the beet salad and…read moreit was delicious, also a great selection of wine, I will definitely be back!

Really cozy and warm (they have a functioning fire place!) space. My party was seated on a stage by…read morethe window, which I thought was fun. Service is outstanding - staff are super attentive, very well versed on the menu and love to throw in a joke or two. During my visit, I found out that Persian New Year coincides with Spring, so this was a great way to celebrate the day. All the food we had was very hearty and well seasoned. I will say, a slight complaint I had was that the marinara that came with the calamari was warm, and I can't say I loved that. At least room temp, I would think. Tried one of the stew specials - ghormeh sabzi - so flavorful and delicious, I definitely savored those leftovers. I really do look forward to returning to try their lamb stew.

1.6 mi•South Slope, Park Slope

Special: bbq pulled pork pizza

The Bijan: Tequila, pineapple, healing mint, lemongrass and cayenne pepper

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Yummy Bloody Mary.

Paddy's of Park Slope

4.4(29 reviews)

$9 for a stella is criminal. Good location though and nice outside space. Wouldn't go here again…read moredue to the insane prices tho

I walk by Paddy's almost every day, and I've come to see what it is -- and what it could be…read more Paddy's leans hard into the dive / old‑school pub aesthetic, which I'm fine with. The atmosphere is rugged, familiar, heavy with regulars who know each other. That can be comforting, but it also means new people feel a little on the outside looking in. Their beers are solid, the vibe is strong (sports, darts, classic pub banter), and it has the bones of a great local hangout. But there's a resistance to change or warmth toward newcomers, which makes it feel like a place "for the in crowd." If they worked on opening the door just a bit more for first‑timers (friendlier service, small gestures of welcome), Paddy's could be even better. As is, it's dependable and characterful -- just not always inclusive.

Gorgeous pint of Guinness

Hitting the G- in Guinness

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A perfect pour

Barclays Center

3.4(1.2k reviews)

0.5 mi•Prospect Heights

•$$$

I had a great experience seeing Phoebe Bridgers live at Barclays Center. The security process this…read morenight involved putting away our phones and other potential recording devices inside of a locked pouch. Considering the additional procedure and how long the line was, it moved relatively quickly. It was also easy to get our phone unlocked at the end of the night. We were seated in section 223. Despite being in the nosebleeds, we had a great view of both stages and could see all of the lighting and visuals from there. The seats are a bit cramped in terms of leg space, but I was comfortable enough for most of the show. I could also hear the artist well from my seat. I'd definitely visit again for another concert.

To quote Days of Heaven, the rich got it figured out. After bad experiences in the higher reaches…read moreof Barclays, I fared better recently. If you're a degenerate gambler and Buzz Bin enthusiast, hitting refresh on Ticketmaster resale offerings before a Weezer show is a fun thing and I got a great deal in the 100s. Barclays isn't alone is making it unclear which rows have "excuse me/pardon me" problems and there was a needless glass-type barrier at one side of the section. The bass and drum sounds were imperfect but I heard Rivers Cuomo well enough, marking an improvement from the Blink 182 when the sound quality was far worse than your usual CVS. (What's your favorite CVS-Core tune? I'm with Del Amitri's "Not Where It's At" but Barenaked Ladies' "Too Little Too Late" is solid). Needs more bathrooms. Entry process was super-efficient.

Kids game area

Cute red envelopes on every seat.

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Talia N.

10 years ago

Super friendly staff, and there's so many beer options!!-guaranteed choice for whatever you're looking for. They also have sandwiches and chips if you're hungry, which I recommend trying out. The outdoor area is small but nice, and the crowd there is super chill. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a pleasant laid back time. read more

James W.

10 years ago

Great Sandwiches. Excellent beer selection and the guys even put the Champions League football on for me!

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12 years ago

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