I really loved the aesthetic of the restaurant. There was such a multitude of house plants that truly made you feel as though the walls were alive. I ordered cranberry sour ale with a lotus root burger for my entree. Everything tasted really fresh and well prepared. The only drawback was that I wish there were more plant based options and there was also no hot sauce, which should be a staple in any establishment. I would have loved some more condiments and maybe a veggie ramen; but again everything I did have was very well done. I would certainly visit again! read more

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Came here for "Mister Sunday" Adventures in Flight, party/DJ set/whatever you want to call it. For these Sunday parties, you definitely come here for the music. The sound system is on point, and they don't blast it to obscene volumes, which is refreshing. The crowd is eclectic, embracing PLUR, and the dance floor is always poppin'. Love the no-cell-phones-while-dancing policy. Plenty of space to lounge, if you need a break from dancing. Drinks are reasonably priced for NYC. Good beers. "Ask around" and you may be able to score a happy hour special. read more

I came here for the everyday people party a few months ago and wasn't sure what to expect. It was a large outdoor space with lots of tables and a good number of umbrellas/shaded areas. They had a few bars to get drinks from along with a food truck that had a variety of items to choose from. The DJ and music was great and my friends and I had a good time. It is a bit of a walk from the nearest subway, but definitely worth checking out. read more

Love this place so relaxed and chill bring your Deck of cards or dominoes and even your puppy or baby it's a place for everyone. Parking in the neighborhood could be a bit rough do take a cab if your not too far away. Drinks are nicely priced so it should fit I'm just about anyone budget. My only issue is why doesn't the food truck have fries?? read more

Nowadays - Menu - Beer Gardens Near Me - Ridgewood, New York

I saw some bad reviews on here but I can tell that these people are straight bootie. If you like dancing to the best dj's I've heard in a long time then you should visit nowadays. The people are from all different walks of life but are all there for one common reason. To shake our butts and have a great time enjoying each other's company. Need I say anymore!!!! read more

I've had many fun nights here in the summer and no complaints there. This review is based solely on my experience at the "planetarium" this past Sunday. I didn't mind the $20 cover because I assumed it would scare away the people who wouldn't get the vibe. I actually liked the "no cell phones in the listening area" rule. And that talking loud was widely discouraged. The vibe is chill, relaxed Sunday with incense and a fog machine and plants everywhere and pretty lighting. Just what you would expect from this neighborhood. The part that first put a foul taste in my mouth was, well, the foul-tasting wine. I don't mind paying $8 for a glass of wine. I know it's New York. But $8 for a 4oz pour of week-old wine? Yeah, now I'm annoyed. I mentioned this to the bartender and he goes to replace my wine with a different 1/2 open bottle of wine that has probably also been open for a week. So now I just request the House wine because I'm sure they go through it more often. Still got a 4oz pour... and still not a fresh bottle. The "Army of One" (brown basmati, royal trumpet mushrooms, yellow lentils, $9 with an egg +$2) was an army of undercooked basmati and lentils. The mushrooms were so over cooked they were difficult to chew. There was no flavor or seasoning to any of this. Needless to say I didn't bother trying any other fare here. The choice of complementary cucumber/lemon/orange infused water was... cute? Or maybe it was just hipster enough to wash down the spoilt wine and undercooked rice. read more

If American music festivals had a tract of land in Bushwick this would be the quintessence of Nowadays. Tents flank the two walls that delivery eats and drinks like sentinels and with the same attitude. Do not get your hopes dashed by their dismissive attitude. The order will be hot and fresh with a stern delivery by the chef. PS they don't have MAYO. That's BYOM here. The bartender has the same attitude but the can is cold and the brat and burger was hot and of quality! The buns on both were soft, white, and fresh (kinda like the people ;) and the side salad was garden fresh arugula, with red onion, chick peas, and lots of vinaigrette! We will come back frequently until we morn the loss in the winter. read more

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Wedged between a reclaimed building materials business, a motorcycle/tire shop, freight train tracks and a crazy-loud alcapurrias food truck, you'll find Nowadays as a testament to the gentrification that is sweeping Bushwick. The grill food options are cooked to perfection and might make you think you've stumbled upon a friend's awesome BBQ ... if your friend had the largest backyard imaginable. For Rhode Islanders who miss their neck of the woods, you won't believe your eyes when you see that Narragansett Beer / Del's Lemonade Shandy is on the excellent and expertly curated beer menu. For everyone else, you'll wonder why you don't live in Rhode Island after consuming a six-pack. A concrete, all-weather Ping-Pong table and several picnic tables and benches complement the manicured gravel-and-grass grounds, and umbrellas provide respite from the summer heat. No doubt the air-conditioned bathroom trailer does too! For all the parents in the area, you'll be thankful they open early and that there's only one entrance, so you can make sure your mini-me doesn't wander off to explore the otherwise mostly industrial neighborhood. Having lived here seven years, I couldn't have imagined a better addition to the neighborhood. Thank you, thank you, thank you! read more

Why haven't I tried Nowadays before? Whatever your in the mood for, they have it. Nowadays has an incredible Brisket, this was my very first time giving it a try here, and I was pleasantly surprised with how good it was. Team is really nice. They are swift and professional. Every thing was delicious at Nowadays. I would recommend it. read more

Nice chillll spot! Love the fact that's it's quite hidden and a ways away from the nonsense that takes place in the surrounding areas of Brooklyn on a regular basis. In other words it feels safe. Like the laid back night-time vibe. It's free after 10pm (double check the web site). Never been during the day but passed by once at this time and some event was taking place. An event that cost around $10. Also, the staff is cool. read more

Nowadays - Beer Gardens Near Me - Ridgewood, New York

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Came here when it first opened. Had a good time. Nothing much to say other then gives were good, drinks great bur expensive, get there early for seating if you can especially in a large group. Parking is not horrible but car pool if you can. And you Will drive by it without realizing you did because of the metal outside read more

An awesome new beer garden in Ridgewood right in the beginning of summer. Awesome. There is a ton of tables and space to hangout on the grass. They have a lot of different beers, and specials and also have a "beat" burger for the vegetarians. This place has only been opened for two-three days and it's been very crowded with a people traveling from other neighborhoods joining in on the fun. Def check this place out if you're looking for a cool beer garden. read more

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This place is PERFECT in the following ways: 1. The music is fun and NOT TOO LOUD so you can still talk to people and not suffer from hearing loss for several days later. 2 There is a dance floor rule of no cell phones that bouncers enforce that I LOVE! This place has such a cool vibe that phone screens and selfies would ruin in flash. 3. There are amazing alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks! Nightly recommend the "Deep In The Flowers"!!! 4. FREE GAMES 5. Unisex bathrooms 6. PUHLENTY of space to dance wide and proud 7. Plants, incense, & fog machines: a Jungle Asian's (like me) wet-dream GO HERE NOW (but don't go telling your annoying friends and ruin this gem) read more

Great hidden gem, good food, good music, and they have some gluten free options if your into that. Great selection of games to play, dogs are welcome which is awesome and apparently you can bring your kids which is different. Came on a friday night with some friends got a table right away and everyone agreed this spot was worthy of five stars. Big pickles... read more

Nowadays - Beer Gardens Near Me - Ridgewood, New York

All the staff are super welcoming and kind and the music selection is really good. All around good atmosphere but unless you have a reservation be prepared to wait a little. read more

Definitely the best spot to meet up with large groups during warmer months, but it's also full of foreign tourists who treat it like a Union Pool style meat market. Huge yard, games, excellent DJs, good sound system, etc. It's like a dirtier version of LA. Or a less-dirty version of Berlin. Take your pick! The indoor space is really nice for weeknight and/or special events. Lines can get a little nutty for weekend primetime, and the crowd inside gets a little bit bro-zone sometimes. Oh, and it's built next door to a famous toxic waste dump. But so is most of Greenpoint. And Gowanus. Welcome to New York! read more

I was excited to come here and greatly appreciative of the introduction at the entrance that reminded us to be respectful of others. The club inside was really cool and worth the trip. However half my party including myself were not given wristbands though we had tickets that were scanned. We went to the outdoor portion and were not let back in. This would have been fine but the folks at the door were extremely rude and disrespectful and we were only trying to explain the situation and understand next steps. We had barely gotten a word out before we were snapped at. One man/male presenting person mocked our question and insinuated we were lying, even after we showed out ticket. Multiple people were rude to us. I understand mistakes happen;it was the way in which we were spoken that was upsetting. They were acting like we broke in, and insinuated as much. I spent $60 for my ticket. We had to go back outside and get wristbands, which again is fine and i understand. But it was the way that it was handled that was upsetting. I was talking to the kind individual from the entrance who had given us the introduction originally and had explained the rules to us. To my surprise, the person rolled their eyes at me and said "you'll get your wristband." It's not about the wristbands. It was the manner in which we were spoken to. It was so hypocritical to the original concept of the space and how nowadays presents itself. This was such a disappointment. After being let in again I said goodbye to my friends and left. There was no way I would continue to spend my money there after being made to feel small and stupid. And yes, I can't help it. I let them make me feel this way. What can I say, I am only human. read more

I've been here twice now. The first time was last summer - I had a great time and swore I'd become a regular, but the hangover I endured the next morning must have clouded my memory. Regardless, I had fun and was thankful to find a cool outdoor space that is not too crowded where I can bring my dog. I went again recently on a Saturday around 6pm for a friend's birthday and was reminded of my prior opinion of the place. It is very large, plenty of room for stretching out, dancing, playing ping pong (oh yeah, they have games too), scratching a fury friend on the head, etc. Just don't overdress or wear nice shoes - keep it casual because the dirt you kick up with your feet can really travel (as evidenced by my black espadrills which are now gray). The crowd there is very chill, most people in their 30s and 40s, but I saw a teenage girl taking photos of people dancing and a few other young hipster types. Overall though, it's not crowded with hipsters in the least - it's a really nice mix of people actually. The music can be hit or miss, but it's mostly hit, and the bathrooms are the cleanest most well stocked trailer bathrooms I've ever been in. The food and drink situation flows very well and I've never waited for more than a few minutes. On top of the efficiency, the food and drinks are actually really delicious and a large selection for every member of your group. Didn't manage to make it to the indoors space this time, but I will check that out next time. I'll definitely be back at some point, despite it being plenty far away from where I normally hang out. Here's hoping I can hold on to the memory this time. read more

3/15/18 Traveling from the Bronx all the way to a spot where it's not easy to find looking like a garage. It is blended with auto shops in an area where you feel like you have no business being in. No signage, nothing fancy on the outside but when you figure it out that you're in the right spot & step inside, you're going to enjoy it. Nice open space and great venue. Show up for food service and you're going to like eating what they have on the menu. Had fried chicken sandwich & fries w/ spicy mayo. That was tasty. Drinks was great including non- alcoholic drinks (try the St. Margaret and Black lemonade). Eliza is a great bartender so if you're there Friday and Saturday (or every other Thursday) check her out. Around 9:30pm, tables on the dance area are removed so people can dance and they have threw away my drink :-( not cool! They have a problem with anyone on the phone in the dance area. Sounds like Output to me. I had a great time so I will return but ladies don't wear sandals unless you like to feel broken glass and mud. read more

This place is very Covid Friendly and outdoor friendly. They offer hand sanitizer and Off if you need. The food was amazing but the drinks not so much. read more

Could be a cool space since it has both outdoor and indoor but the staff is extremely rude. I went in with a large group and some of us were skipped with the wristbands but we did not know we needed some. When we went to the outdoor area, the security guard flagged that we needed wristbands to get back in. We explained that we didn't get any and asked what we needed to do to get some but they replied with an attitude and assumed we had fake tickets. After their speech about being a positive space, I did not expect to be treated so poorly after a mistake their staff made. read more

Attended a party here yesterday. This is a very eclectic vibe. There were children's parties, dogs, weeds (not the smoking kind), dirt, food and drinks. The weirdest combination for a bar by far in my opinion. The DJ was playing some good throwback music. There was a good drink selection. The food was pretty good except they ran out of things quickly. That would be the downside for me. The outdoor space is cool and very very casual. The indoor space looked spacious, but we only went here to use the bathroom. There is a restroom outside. We went at 4pm, prior to dealing with any bouncers. The large gate was up and we walked right in. read more

A sprawling outdoor space with tons of picnic tables, games, food, and music? Yup, that's gonna get high marks from me every time. I live nowhere near Ridgewood, but it's a destination venue I'm happy to schlep for. Complete with a stocked bar (not totally full, but enough to suffice), summery libations, a ton of quality beer on tap and in cans, and a great happy hour between 4-7pm on weekdays, it's the correct way to do summer on the border of Queens // Bushwick. Their food options left a little to be desired, so maybe it's wise to grab something before or after. read more

Your food is ok but not worth the 2 hour wait. Your beans are dry. And your pico de gallo had too much agua. No thank you keep your non bushwick patrons read more

I went to see Tony Humphries DJ here. The event was at 10pm and, since this place doubles as a restaurant prior to nighttime events, there was a thick fog that smelled like smoked meat. I don't mean to be nit-picky, but, man, it did not set a good mood for having a nightlife experience. The indoor portion was not air conditioned, or poorly air conditioned, and there was absolutely no light. It was like a bad haunted house. My wife and I ended up hanging outside most of the night, which was a shame, because we really wanted to hear Tony DJ. The crowd was pretty much there to drink and BS, there was some dancing happening, but it seemed like most people were there just to sit around and talk. Not my cup of tea. We were also accosted by a particularly "out of it" patron, but that is not particularly the fault of the venue. Just not psyched about this locale. I went here because Mister Sunday/Saturday moved here and I loved the Industry City party, so thought it would be that same vibe. Definitely not. Too bad. read more

The people who work here are extremely rude and mean. Super unwelcoming and literally clapped their hands at us to leave. Food isn't good and alcohol is watered down and sugary. read more

This bar is so over hyped. You pay 30$ to sit at a picnic table and for the staff to treat you like dirt. If your time is up the hostess snaps her fingers at you to go. Every single staff member is rude and thinks their better than you and treats you as such. Only go if you hate yourself and u like to waste your money on beer you can get at any bar. read more

I rather go to the Puerto Rican conner place called ''BORICA'' lol its more honest and different! Nowadays typical spot taking over Ridgewood, nothing special..exciting, same type of people u see in Williamsburg . Mister Sunday might the only exciting thing about this place ! Its worthy MAYBE if you already live in Ridgewood . Traveling to go to a ''beer garden'' not exciting... read more

Absolutely gorgeous. This place doesn't even feel like it's located in New York City! Ridgewood was once somewhere I never even drove through, I can't believe the area is now so much more alive ! The area isn't the best and may seem a tad sketchy. This place doesn't really have a sign however, you can't miss it because of the lights and such. Upon arrival, the bouncers ID you and then you're welcome to go on your way. It's almost as if you're just hanging out in someone's backyard. There's table tennis down to the back and A L O T of seating areas. There's 2 stations : 1 for food and 1 for drinks. The food selection isn't very large however; it is perf for munching while dranking. My friend got the margarita $10- she said it was strong. I opted for a coke bc well (designated driver) ... ah, life. I hated the selection of music .. it was just not my thang but hey; the hipsters loved that stuff. There do have movie nights on Wednesdays and a selection of classes/various activities on a daily basis. I absolutely loved the ambiance of this place. I also really liked that the floor was covered with something. . That way you weren't directly on dirt! Def, a must go. Very large with lots of available seats. Perfect for a night out, just to hang out. read more

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Sometimes nice party's. Food is expensive and so bad quality. every year worst and worst. P.S. Bring your own food if you outside read more

If I could give this venue "0" stars I would. This establishment as a whole is a sad excuse of a business. The website claims to be a "safe place" intolerable of unwelcome touching or violence, yet after verbalizing numerous concerns for my safety to a member of management I was laughed at and disregarded. If you take your well being seriously I would highly suggest avoiding this hole in the wall at ALL costs. read more

Do NOT order food here, because you'll never get it. Also the drinks don't come too fast either. The music is mediocre. Place is trash. I want my money back. read more

This beautiful back yard venue is perfect for any group or any occasion, but pay attention to what night you go. Most days, the lot has a very laid back feel, good beer, lots of space, lots of stuff to do. Some nights, like sundays for instance, the garden blows up and evolves into a crazy dance party. The beer selection is great, with a few good cider and wine options. I've only gotten sips of the cocktails but based on the sips they're pretty good too. As far as food, it's a step above your average food truck (in a good way) with rich buns for sausages, tasty quinoa bowls, and classically affordable tacos. I'd say go with a group, grab a game from the bar, and let everyone figure out their own drink and food situation. This is a beacon for the neighborhood and definitely worth going a little out of your way for. A huge outdoor space in the boroughs is a rarity, and they nailed the aesthetic. read more

The place has a cool atmosphere with the fog & lights, but the music was trash. I get that people love EDM but having it played all night long is underwhelming, especially when the songs selected are not good. However, I was still trying to have a good time... but then my friend & I got kicked out cuz she was trying to text someone while we were on the dance floor, she was brief but still. That "no phone speech" was given before entry but it was not specific at all. It was our first time here and I didn't think that sending a text would get someone kicked out. I thought that policy leaned more towards pictures or videos because usually when u go somewhere that says "no phones," it's usually to prohibit pictures & videos, but people can still pull out their phone for a second to text. I wish the woman with the short platinum hair & the security guard were nicer about it instead of hastily kicking us out since it was our first time there. My friend was not purposely trying to break the rules. We basically wasted our money on the cover charge & drinks because we were only there for under an hour so we didn't get to fully enjoy anything. This was such a peculiar situation... I have never done anything to be kicked out of a bar/club before. This is definitely my first & last time at this place. read more

Came here on a Sunday afternoon to dance. Wow, was amazing. The vibes were great and so was the music. Was outdoors most of the time. Wish I would've been here sooner. Come here to dance, leave negative vibes out. Tried the corn too, it was really good. Will definitely be back! read more

This may be my new favorite summer spot. Came here last Saturday night with a large group for my birthday. We were able to get two picnic tables together and had the best time. Great beer selection (and reasonably priced), super clean, food truck options were delicious, bathrooms were decent for glorified port-o-potties, and renting the games from the bar was a plus. The only reason they aren't getting 5 stars is because I started the night with a Moscow mule and it was terrible; premade, tiny and $9. My gin and tonic was slightly better but once I moved to beer it was all good! read more

Absolutely awful. Terrible generic hotel lobby house music all night on a Saturday. You have to use portapotties unless you pay a cover charge. There is no toilet paper in said portapotty bathrooms. Pretty bad experience and I won't be back. read more

An absolute gem. My gf lives around here and so decided to go for a drink. They have a truck that cooks food if u want. I got the chicken Bahn MI bowl and the fries. Fries were thick steak fresh fries. The chicken bowl was a bit disappointing. The rice was overcooked as well as the chicken. But the atmosphere was everything. Hammocks and benches. Clean Porter potties. Beers on tap and they sell cocktails. Will definitely be back. read more

Review for the outdoor space only--seriously some of the least friendly bartenders I've ever encountered. Terribly slow service with major attitude. Food is hit or miss, cross your fingers that the dude in the food truck isn't face timing his roommate and that their ticketing system doesn't malfunction, or else you're out of luck, no food. The margaritas varied in strength, seems like the second batch we got was really sweet and syrupy (like they didn't mix the ingredients enough and we got the dregs of a bottle?). If you're a mosquito, you'll love this place--very crowded. They provide bugspray gratis, but it doesn't help much. On the bright side, their trailer bathrooms may smell terrible as you walk towards them but once inside, they're air conditioned and fresh smelling, phew! It's the little things, right? read more

What a bizarre, random little place. Go ahead and look up the address on Google street view--I'll wait. Do you see a weird warehouse? Yeah, that's not it. Do you see a shiny, corrugated fence next to that warehouse? Guess what's on the other side? Nowadays! When you actually pass through the gate, you're greeted with a little oasis that's actually quite pleasant. They accept cards, which is a plus already. They also have some food offerings as well as some delicious fountain soda, which makes the lack of any beer on tap even more peculiar (unless I was misinformed?). I'd imagine that this location is out of the way for most people not in Bushwick or Ridgewood, but if you happen to be in the area and want a cool place to grab some shade, go for it. The really nice folks at the bar told me they wanted to start up a movie night, and I think that would be the most amazing thing. Fingers crossed for that! Nowadays, you're pretty good. I hope things take off for you. read more