Super vibey vinyl tracks, loved the design of the bar area as well! 5/5 Martini Moshio -- a must try! Incredibly well balanced, somehow the lychee notes and the nori notes come thru perfectly! 4.5/5 John Dough -- their signature cocktail, personally would have preferred stronger passionfruit notes 4/5 Ginger Yuzu Smash -- super mint/herb heavy, would have loved some punchier plum and miso flavor in this one 4.5/5 Drunk Greek Fries read more

- tasty drinks - well made drinks - the sign is small on the door, it's hard to find initially - i like the dark speakeasy/back room kind of feel - sexy vibes - no happy hour - good date spot - no drinks to go read more

One of my favorite bars in the city. Amazing happy hour with $10 drinks and $5 "plain fries" that are actually beautifully seasoned. They always have fun stuff going on. During my last visit there was a rum tasting at the front bar. Such a great vibe and the bartenders are so creative. They're always switching their menu around, so you can always find something new to try. Highly recommend the Greek fries with lamb. read more

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The Greek fries are a MUST! Waiter was impressed we put down 2 orders. The drinks were all so delicious while being strong. I love an artisanal, creative cocktail and it's great to know they're resourceful with the ingredients. The vibe is dope, mellow and comfortable even when there were a lot of people in the space. All of the staff were super attentive, kind, and just all around great. Would 10/10 come back. read more

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Down to earth, funky vibes and amazing drinks and atmosphere! Loved and will be coming back! Maybe tonight ;) read more

wonderful service, bustling inside, delicious and eclectic range of cocktails with very reasonable pricing , cave-like interior -- overall awesome space. Frosie is deliiiish (frozen fusion of espresso martini + pina coolada) read more

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at night you walk all the way to the back great space great service vinyl spinning great speakers affordable and yummy drinks read more

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Came a bit early so no security check. Once through the doors, you make your way to the back. It can get crowded as the night goes on but since we arrived at the time we did, there were seats at the bar. As a group of two, we ordered two drinks and chatted the night away in a dim but fun atmosphere. Bartenders really know their stuff. I would try every cocktail if I could, so that means I'll just have to come back! read more

The manager refused to make a Long Island because of the alcohol content so he told the bartender not to make it. Do you want me to spend money or not read more

Mr. Melo - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I came here with a group of friends on a Saturday night for drinks. It was super busy when we went! I had one of their mocktails (And Just Like That), which was good, but on the pricier side. Service was great and we really liked the DJ that was there, even though no one was dancing. read more

This is my favorite cocktail bar right now, even though I don't love the menu--wish they had more brown liquor drinks--and the drink prices are pretty high. Staff is always very friendly and attentive, and the vibe is great. I guess it is developing a reputation as a "listening bar" too, so that is another draw. Have usually been able to get bar seats on weeknights. Had a little food once also which was good. Will be back and recommend for pretty much anyone. read more

I feel sad writing this review because it is reminding me that we did not spend enough time at Mr. Melo. Someone in our party was antsy and wanted to go elsewhere so the good times were cut short. Perhaps it would've felt better if what we ran off to panned out, but it ended up being a dead end. All of this is to say that at the end of the night, I was already dreaming of returning to Mr. Melo. The cocktails are excellent, the music is spot on, and the vibes overall just make for a great time. A well-curated experience that had as planning our return before we even left. We came here at around 11pm on a Saturday night. I think it was closing at 1am, but the party was very much alive. It almost felt like there was a special event going on with how energetic and convivial the space felt, but I think the music, layout, and aesthetic definitely lend themselves to that vibe. Despite it being pretty busy, we were able to get a small table for our party of three and were served pretty quickly. Cocktails are absolutely the move here, though it will be hard to choose what to order here unless you are very discerning. Too many good options. The "Compost Cocktails" appealed to me most given that they seemed funkier than the others, featuring a range of familiar produce and condiment-type items that skew Mediterranean given the focus on the food menu here. To start, I got the Feta Brine Martini (greek feta, olives, white vermouth, Misguided vodka) with gin. I assumed I would need to order it as written but our server asked if I wanted vodka or gin which was a nice surprise, given my general aversion to vodka. The drink was outstanding and I could've easily stuck with it all night if I didn't want to sample more of the cocktail menu. A no-brainer for my dirty martini girlies. My second drink was extremely different in flavor profile but equally amazing. The Date Night (Redemption rye, brown butter, smoked dates, sherry) is an Old Fashioned variation that rich, smoky and sweet, impeccably balanced, and pretty much the ideal nightcap. No notes. A 5-star experience start to finish that will leave you buzzing in more ways than one. read more

Some of my favorite bars in Brooklyn would best be described as liminal spaces - Masquerade, Mood Ring, you get the genre. I had heard about this relative newcomer next to the BQE and was excited to add it to my roster. The vibe was a bit quiet on a Tuesday night, which is the best night to visit liminal spaces. I started with the feta cocktail which I expected to have a slight bit of brininess but the drink really did not let you forget that feta was on the ingredient list. I much preferred the rum based "Trinidad" cocktail which I ordered next. The house made chips and dips and "Greek fries" were solid accompaniments. I've heard good things about the eggplant sando, so perhaps I'll try that next time. read more

Mr. Melo - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I had a wonderful time at Mr Melo. I went on a weeknight for a late dinner with a friend and I will be back! When you walk in, there's a small front bar but when you walk past that it opens up into a vibey, cool seated bar area. The music was the perfect volume to still allow for easy conversation and the lighting was so perfect. Our server was so charming and really made us feel welcome (I wish I could remember her name!). The best thing about the service is that everyone we interacted with felt really genuine, not like they were putting on their customer service voices or whatever, which I really appreciate. I had their Feta Brine Martini which was strong but had a fun flavor profile. We also split the eggplant sando and the greek fries. This was the PERFECT amount of food for the two of us. There was a very healthy serving of fries and the feta was to die for. I can't wait to come back on a weekend to see the bar and music in full swing! read more

Chic vibe with a smooth ambience. Felt like your transported out of nyc. Also everything is strong and delicious

I visited for the first time a few weeks ago unplanned, and I ended up going on a super fun night as they were celebrating their one year anniversary. They were giving out complimentary drinks and the night was pretty festive & fun. I only had cocktails which were all on point. They had a great DJ for the night and crowd was mature and classy. Highly recommend for fun night out with friends if you are in the area! read more

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Overall rating: 4.8 I went here on a date that did not go well. But the bar did not disappoint. The staff is SO FRIENDLY. But I do think I might have aged out of a place like this. Mostly under 30 place. Everyone who was there is perfect for people watching & it seems like a place mostly for large group of friends. I'm not sure if I'd come back here solo but I do think it's a great date bar 3 place. You definitely won't be able to hear anything or hear yourself think. read more

Came here on a Saturday night and loved the place. It has beautiful colorful lighting. We were able to snag a table and got some really great drinks. The vibes were perfect and it felt very communal. I'd definitely recommend for a drink. read more

This spot is a vibe! This was spot #2 of a great Friday night. You walk in, and it looks small, but then you go down a hallway, and it opens up, and you enter into the main event space. Cute bar area and round tables on the other side. There's a vip area in the back area near the dj. I really like the look! For a not so great Friday night weather, it was packed. However, they were slinging them drinks fast, so that's definitely an A in my book. The drink of the night for me was tamarind maté cooler. However, I swapped the vodka for gin and ya'll...my night was made! Will definitely venture back when I'm in WillyB. read more

Mr. Melo Cocktail Bar is a great spot for a relaxed night out. I especially loved the Ryan Air cocktail--it was unique and really well made. The seating was comfortable, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the vibe. Service was friendly and attentive throughout. read more

Great ambiance with excellent cocktails. Their spin on a classic manhattan was tasty & I really enjoyed the baba rita an eggplant infused tequila cocktail! From the front it's unassuming but they open the door and you hear the music thumping. The back room has a number of tables in a booth like setting and an elevated area with additional seating and the DJ set up. We enjoyed a few rounds here and will be back. Our server Nick was also super nice even on a busy night. read more

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I used to come to this space when it was bar beau a few years ago so was excited when a new cocktail bar opened! I visited on a Sunday night and the cocktails were tasty, varied and complex and the staff was super friendly. I was also pumped the interior was mostly kept from the bar beau days, the bar interior is still special and well designed. I wish there were a few more veggie small plates on the menu but all in all I will be back :) read more

Walking in, you might think of it as a small bar. But in the back there is a slick-looking lounge area with a DJ. All in all, the vibes were a bit clubby but very relaxed. The drinks were also very interesting - I got a compost cocktail (the Citra Dacq), and it was delicious. My friend and I stopped right after dinner when there weren't as many people. But we definitely started seeing people shuffling in and it getting very busy as we left. All in all, really lovely experience! read more

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Top to bottom really inventive cocktail program. Try out the feta washed martini (I got mine with gin), espresso martini frozen, and bartenders choice for your third. Cheers read more

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Super nice cocktail bar. A tad expensive for the neighborhood, but the bartenders are really cool and the drinks are always good. Overall, very recommended. read more

Mr. Melo was awesome. The food was so good didn't make me feel too full (highly recommend the loaded fries) The staff was super nice and made great drink/food recs which was helpful because there were a lot of great choices The vibe of the bar was also spot on and exactly what my friends and I were in the mood for for a Friday night! read more

I was with 2 friends and we ordered drinks at the bar. The female bartender with half sleeve tattoos took our order. Then 2 more friends joined us and we politely added 2 more drinks to our order. The bartender flipped out and become extremely rude. She demanded we ordered fast. We ordered as quickly as we could, we definitely weren't wasting her time and asking too many questions. Her attitude and behavior was over the top rude. She then demanded we put all of the drinks on one card. She yelled this demand at us. Her behavior was so unwarranted. A gentleman who worked there approached us and asked if we wanted to sit at a table and was so polite we ended up staying. If it wasn't for him we would have left immediately. read more

Great music, friendly bartenders, excellent cocktails. The feta washed martini was perfectly bring and refreshing without feeling like you just accidentally swallowed a cup of seawater. Great neon lighting and a sexy, chubby atmosphere. Perfect for a girls' night out or first date. Love this spot! read more

Tbh, I think this place is better than Eavesdrop. Main reason is because there's space to actually sit with your friend or your date and you're not at the same table as a different party. A friend and I met up to go here for the first time and it did not disappoint. It looks small and deserted in the front, but there is a large back area. They played some of my favorite songs from Rafi Pagan and Joe Bataan which I thought I would never hear in the wild. The ambiance is more homey and welcoming and has a James Turrel Vibe to it which is nice. The drinks were great too! I had the Tamarind cooler with Mezcal which tastes like coffee which was nice. My friend originally ordered the Ginger Yuzu, but sadly was not his vibe. We asked one of the servers if we could exchange it and they did so quickly. Later in the evening, I accidentally spilled my drink. I honestly thought that I wouldn't get another drink, but the woman helping us gave me another drink of the same Hazy IPA! Big tip was given for that and this has automatically become one of my favorite places. Will definitely be back! The bathroom has Aesop soap IYKYK read more

Delicious cocktails, sexy vibe, good music. They also do great non-alcoholic cocktails. A great date spot.

Delicious cocktails, sexy yet comfortable design and great dj's rolling through on a nightly basis. Service was warm and attentive. Mr Melo is a great local spot that flies under the radar. read more