Wow. This might be one of my favorite bars! Open since 1890, it's full of rich history and has…read moreclearly been a neighborhood staple for generations. I'm so glad I got the chance to go. The energy was incredible--definitely the kind of local spot where people come to relax and hang out like it's their second home. The drinks were fantastic, and I loved that they offered such a wide variety. They even had regular hot tea if you wanted something non-alcoholic, plus a whole range of other NA options. The space itself is amazing and surprisingly spacious, with outdoor seating as well. I didn't get to catch the live music this time, but they have it every night! I'll definitely be back :) P.S. It's cash only, but they do have an ATM in the back.

Super cool tiki-themed dive bar in red hook. A little hard to get to, no food, and they only take…read morecash. Friendly staff - they know it is a tourist stop - and they are polite and accommodating. This place is exactly what you think it will be :)

Overall rating: 4.5…read more Have been wanting to check this place out for months & finally did over one of its Sundays. Admittedly, I also went to its drag wrestling match and strongly disliked it. So will likely not come back for any of its events. That said, as a studio itself - it's very informative and easy to digest. I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED the founder's studio next door. A sight to be seen & will be bringing my tourists' friends back. Strongly recommend the studio.

Great venue to see a live music show. I love that there's an outdoor space to get some fresh air…read more Loved that there were free earplugs.

Freddy's Bar is like Cheers. They have a lot of frequent visitors that call this bar their own…read more The service is great and friendly. They have good food and a back room that is open for you to bring a large group of friends.

Great bartenders, great food, great shows. If you want a good night out. Freddy's will deliver. A…read moregood drink, a good laugh, a sweet song. Around and around the good times roll like a twirling ballerina. If you want a dope hook up for some eats. Look no further than Mo in the back. Mo is a L20 Diviner of Dinner. This man will craft you Freddy's variety of menu items don't hesitate to tell him how you like it. The man is a pleaser, just ask his girlfriend. If you're nice to him, he maybe even make you something special off of the secret menu. Dat Chopped Cheese Burrito. IYKYK.

Barbes is the type of place where you become a friend rather than just a place to hangout…read more especially if you live in the neighborhood. Everytime there is a different vibe, with a different theme and also different people, especially how the place is like a Jam session place for local artists so I would highly encourage you to follow their IG page so you can stay up-to-date with who is gonna performing and any other event. So if you thinking of a good place for a first date, Barbes will be the spot. Since if you get a mix of those drinks, great and energetic Musicians/staff/people. You will definitely feel warm and happy after your visit.

I have had such a nice time here every time I go. There is a wide range of musicians that play here…read moreand I have been pleasantly surprised every time I check them out. If not there for the music the bar when you walk in is cozy and the seating has been comfortable both at the bar and at the booth by the window.

Fabulous times 10! This was such a relaxing and delicious experience from the whiskey to the bar…read moresnacks.

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.

I was a little disappointed with this place. It was super crowded and they had tape on the floor…read morewith different rules around where you could stand. It was hard to see the stage from where we were and the podium was positioned right in front of the screen so we couldn't always see what was being displayed there. It's nice that they offer snacks and drinks though.

I came here recently for a comedy show. Despite arriving 30 minutes early, every seat was taken and…read morethe show was clearly overbooked. I ordered a soda, which was $7. The comedy was good, but I have little desire to come back. One of the staff members was quite rude, as well.

I thought it was a small version of the Brooklyn mirage. There are two food trucks. One is outside…read moreof the event and another is inside the event. The best way to describe this place is like a giant warehouse with two large openings equivalent to probably to the size of a regular house wall. I was here end of December. Bring a jacket, gloves, the whole nine yards...it is cold. There is one very small space where the Djs play. I think the mirage is better in terms of space for the audience, a lot of more screens for visual effects, the dj space is better too. Mirage has two floors. Mirage also has better food. I think hands down, mirage is better. Come to the Brooklyn hangar only if you want to see a dj that isn't playing at the mirage.. I forgot to mention - I had standing VIP - that just means you have a space in front of everyone else that is closest to the dj. I think it wasn't worth it. If you do get VIP , get the VIP seating...not standing. With VIP seating you can actually sit with the DJs, which I thought was cool.

Came here with friends for Lunar Eclipse - KSHMR and had a great time! We had general admission…read moretickets. Entry and security was quick at 12 midnight. Audio was great. They sell extremely marked drinks near the entrance when you first get in (all the way in back). Unfortunately the bathrooms were all porta potties outside at the entrance and there was no lighting inside them.

Fun cocktail spot in Industry City. All of the cocktails have two things in common 1. They all have…read moreBarrow's homemade ginger liqueur as an ingredient. 2. All of the other spirits in the cocktail are made in New York State. They have some bar seating outside in the courtyard as well as indoor seating. The bar tender gave us samples of the ginger liqueur on its own. It tastes like the pickled ginger you get when you have sushi or sashimi. Very tasty.

I stopped by to check out the place. It wasn't open yet but there was worked who was very nice n…read moregave us tasting of ginger limoncello. So good. I ended up buying a bottle. I will need to come back when it's open!

Pretty elusive and mysterious vintage bar located across from Carroll Park. It's dim-lit with…read morecandles and simple decor, which makes for a perfect date night spot. The service was also great as the bartender was quick and got us our next drinks as soon as he saw we finished our first one. During our visit, we tried the Matt's Ginger Old Fashioned, Brooklyn, Vulcano, and Palermo Fix. All cocktails were $14 each, which were all nicely made. The Brooklyn was very strong and the Old Fashioned is a nice classic with a hint of ginger flavor. The other two were lighter with twists of sour. They also offer some paninis, plus a toasted lard bread ($5) that we ordered. The lard bread is from Mazzola, which is absolutely delicious, but kind of sad that they only offer 4 pieces. Cool bar in the neighborhood with tasty drinks. It's such a simple, yet sophisticated bar. There's also a pool table in the back to enjoy.

Cozy bar with good drinks and knowledgeable/kind staff! Been back often and it's consistently a…read moregood time.

The "coconut milk was off" cocktail was soo good. All the cocktails (electric momisette and miso…read morecolada) were fun, creative, and delicious. The food (dingle pie and spice bag chips) were also really good. The spice bag chips seasoning was really good. We walked in Wednesday 8:30 PM and they had a couple of high chair seats at a side bar in the parlor room available. Really fun decorations and ambiance.

If you're looking for one of the best Irish pubs in Lower Manhattan, The Dead Rabbit absolutely…read morelives up to the hype. Tucked into the Financial District, this spot blends old New York history with some of the best cocktails in the city--and it's easy to see why it's been named "World's Best Bar" more than once. The name itself has a wild backstory, inspired by a notorious 19th-century Irish-American gang from Five Points. It adds a layer of character to the place, but what really keeps people coming back is the atmosphere and the drinks. The space is split into two levels: a two lively, sawdust-floored Taprooms downstairs and a more refined Parlor upstairs if you're in the mood for a quieter, cocktail-focused experience. Drinks are the real highlight here. The Irish Coffee is widely considered one of the best in the world--rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced with whiskey, coffee, and fresh cream. They also get creative with variations like a frozen version and even an Irish Coffee martini. If you want something different, the "Act Naturally" is a standout, mixing Irish whiskey with Guinness and fig in a way that works. Food is just as impressive for a bar. The lobster deviled eggs (topped with caviar) are a must-try, and the menu leans into elevated comfort food. Overall, The Dead Rabbit nails the balance between historic charm and modern cocktail excellence. The D.R. is one of those places that is never boring and consistently delivers.