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    Never Say Dive

    4.7 (51 reviews)
    Fri 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Sat 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    NEVER SAY DIVE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Eening Y.

    Went there with my husband last night and we love it. The concept is so smart and so nostalgic for a millennials. Drinks and food and great. More importantly their host was really nice. Very welcoming and offered us to order a drink while we wait in line for a table. All and all great experience and highly recommend!

    Steve M.

    It's everything you want in a dive bar! Amazing decor, great people, and good stuff to drink! Highly recommend visiting this legendary place!

    Half of the bucket of fried chicken, Cava, beer.
    Katie B.

    We went on Tuesday where they feature a bucket of fried chicken for $22 - two thighs and two legs (only half pictured - too hungry!) Breading was sweet with hint of spice and the chicken was cooked perfectly. Glassed of Cava are also on special - $8/one or a bottle for $25. Paired well! Always great service there and the cocktails are delicious too!

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    Evan F.

    Came here with a group of folks, after our Run Club event. We sat on the outside tables on this warm evening. What a fun and unique spot, with a really solid menu of upscale food items you would not expect at a dive-style bar. My wife and I ordered several dished to share and enjoyed them all...a 3-item snack board (pickled eggs, chips with caramelized onion dip, fried & spiced almonds), a mushroom toast and of course a Dive Guys burger. This was plenty of food for two people to share and gave us a great cross-section of their menu options. Many more unique food items to try, anxious to get back and explore that menu further!

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    Willainia S.

    On a random week day my friend and myself decided to try out Never Say Dive for drinks. The place is like a second cousin to LBM (which I love). The owner use to work at LBM, so I expected some similarities. Ambiance: When you enter you immediately feel the neighborhood bar, Cheers vibes. I would definitely frequent the place if I lived around the corner. My friend and I opted to sit on the patio due to it being a beautiful night. Food: I decided to try some food as well and the burger was amazing! They changed their menu throughout the year and have plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. Drinks: Two words....CRAFT COCKTAILS.....let your favorite spirit guide your choice. Tip: Great place for a quiet summer night.

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    Cara S.

    Ok walking in, it's this tiny bar that is packed, exactly one seat open. But the bartender greets us with a smile and a nod, "I see ya." As bouncing from one end to the other, mixing drinks and attempting to keep everyone going and engaging with the customers. Walk in to see if there is anyone near the restaurant side (or if there IS tables on the other side), and all I see is the kitchen the actual dining area is stashed into a cramped, loud place. I cannot even SEE it, only the half hidden kitchen with the inner workings of amazing food! Host or someone finally comes out to see, asks if we have reservations. lol they have all tables marked as if they are, in fact, reserved... getting a theme going here, we get seated. Then the waitress comes over after a few minutes of chatting at the bar and simply seems... I'm still not sure if she's just overwhelmed and shut down at this point, but yeah. Order drinks, the seasonal boozy coffee (100% recommend fyi!) for a frozen evening! It's the first Friday of Lent, so I of course get the fish fry. And he orders the Dive Guys Burger. Food comes, and I made the mistake of letting him have two of the potatoes of my potato "salad" as she described it... I think the foodgasm just took over with that first potato. I am MELTING at this point, it hit just right and was SOOOO good! A bite of the burger, melt in your mouth smashburger-style YUM! I am currently drooling just remembering it! (Hey, any way I can order that burger and those potatoes next time?!?) anyhow... fast forward to the fish, it's not seasoned, which completely caught me off guard, it's simply an unseasoned (but PERFECTLY fried) giant chunk of cod in a perfectly cooked and perfect texture but unseasoned batter. But the homemade tartar sauce completely made that fact ok for me! Overall, the food itself was pretty freaking amazing! Someone DEFINITELY knows what they are doing hiding behind a wall of dishes and gidgets and gazmos!

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    Ashley V.

    Stopped in around 7p on a Wednesday. Busy but we got a table. I enjoyed the "fancy enough" vibes--dark, kitschy, retro atmosphere with excellent crafted cocktails and seasonal menu. Service was attentive and helpful. Chatted a bit about the place and menu because it was our first time. Drinks were awesome and food was incredible. Also got to play a few rounds of trivia that was hosted by a mother/daughter combo and they were a delight. I look forward to going back!

    Alicia B.

    This might be my new favorite spot! Drinks are some of the best I've had in recent memory - really appreciate the elevated rum drinks. The vibe is perfect - you could come rocking Converse or stilettos and not be out of place. Definitely recommend the cheese board - they use Old Brooklyn Cheese Co. and it's fantastic!

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    Alexis F.

    Never Say Dive is such a cute bar with cheap beer, fancy cocktails and a variety of food options. The decor is unique and the bartenders are very friendly. A fantastic new addition to Old Brooklyn! Definitely check this place out.

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    Mark R.

    This is a lively, fun neighborhood gem with thoughtfully prepared food and cocktails with tons of flavors. If I recall everything correctly former LBM employees are at the helm, and the quality of the fare reflects that. Service was attentive and very friendly. Given this is the first review, hopefully I haven't ruined the experience for their regulars (was packed at 6pm)! :-) Ultimate hip bar and restaurant, neighborhood gem!

    Just cool sign on the wall had that vintage. Vibe
    Joseph J.

    The food was AMAZING Waitress very cute. The food and such rich texture truly very gourmet i wasn't expecting the yall to me to.fla or town thank you again it was a pleasure I will be back

    Ian N.

    Total hole in the wall atmosphere with 5-star cuisine! The food was excellent, & the prices were very modest! I ordered the octopus, & it was a dream come true! Our server was also very helpful! I highly recommend!

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    Excellent elevated takes on classic bar food, pleasant service, nice drinks, and comfortable atmosphere!

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    Very yummy takeout! I liked their almonds. They have a small outside area. I want to go again with my husband to eat outside

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    The food was awesome here, our waitress was excellent and the ambiance was just right. Would recommend to anyone to try this place out!

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