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    Pokito

    4.4 (171 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Clari B.

    Finally came back to this little gem from my last visit when they just opened. The drinks are still on point and luckily they have the parking space wasting set up, so we were able to snag a table. Unfortunately it's a smokers haven outside so breathing was hard. And the music sounds much better indoors. Very happy we found seats after going to put our order in. Overall I hope this sticks around for years to come because it's a quaint little joint with consistent drinks.

    Marietta C.

    Came here on an impromptu date night for happy hour on a random Thursday evening before going to dinner. We came pretty early so the spot was all to ourselves. It's so much fun walking in with the colored lights and neon sign with funky eclectic decor, a whole vibe. Happy hour was awesome (M-F 5-8pm and Sunday 2-11pm) we tried the Rick Ross and the Lolita for only $8 each, a steal! Our bartender really made the experience even awesomer, we just had such a down to earth convo with her and hung out while it was nice and quiet. The Rick Ross is infused in house with spicy tequila which really gives it that nice k i c k. I always order the spicy drinks and this time I decided I wouldn't so I went with the Lolita. A d r e a m. It had me at butterfly pea flower and lavender. WHAT A COMBO! I usually don't order lighter floraly drinks but wow this was just amazing and exploding with flavor. We wanted to keep hanging and totally would've but it was time to find our dinner spot and get some delicious pizza. We for sure will be back here for happy hour again. Love the eclectic drinks and vibes in here and the stairs seatings on the wall is so much fun. If you come early you might find it a little empty but trust me, this place gets packed. Since it's small and cozy you might want to come with time so you don't have to wait/miss out.

    Ahra J.

    Such an eclectic place!! Once you walk in, it's almost like a funhouse. There are both table, bar and what reminds me of a sauna like tile stairs that you can sit and enjoy your drinks! They also have a bunch of random stuff plastered throughout the place with big kites on the ceiling! They have a standard bar and the bartender even treated us to a free birthday shot! Since it's a more intimate spot with not a lot of seating, we got a chance to really talk with the bartender while remaining attentive to the other customers. They do offer some classic drinks while maintaining a Japanese theme and I believe some food options too but we did not get any of those on our visit here. Come check them out if you're in the area!!!

    Cathy K.

    Cute, kitschy bar with eclectic decor from Japanese face masks on the wall to random Bollywood art hanging in the back, and the coolest bathroom. Stopped by early Friday night like typical happy hour time, just a handful of tables inside but there was plenty of space, plus some tables outside. Approachable and friendly bar staff. Happy hour drinks are a steal I think $8-12, and really other good seasonal drinks too that were $15-16. Amazing playlist, early 2000s hip hop, some of my favorite Ashanti songs (maybe a niche reference). Stopped by as a quick pit stop before a movie, definitely wished we stayed longer.

    Albert K.

    Very cool local vibes. - seating for 20 or so inside - seating for 10 outside with heat lamps and chairs - good music inside; gets a bit loud - great hot cider - their highball has a ton of ginger in it - not a traditional Toki highball - would not order again Overall, staff are super nice. Drinks were strong. Very chill spot to hang out.

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    Jackie K.

    Small place with not much seating. Young crowd. Cute decorations. The staff was nice. The drink was good and strong. Interesting cocktail options. The bathroom is really interesting. Would come back if I was in the neighborhood

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    Lynn T.

    I was in the area and since I'm not in Williamsburg often I decided to make the most of it and pick a place to have a cocktail before I headed home. I came on a Monday around 6:30 during their happy hour and there were two people there. It's a small bar, but has a cute vibe to it. I couldn't tell if one of the patrons worked there and was off and the other was a patron; but needless to say I sat at the bar took off my coat and sat for what felt like 10 minutes and the bartender barely acknowledged me. If it weren't for the fact that the bar was empty, I would have just left. Can't imagine what service looks like if it is busy. She gave me a half smile and finally came around. When I asked her what she recommended between the Rick Ross and the other happy hour special, I did appreciate that she gave me a perspective on both. I had opened a bar tab, in case I loved my first drink and felt comfortable sitting there. I got the Rick Ross, it went down easy, but it's a short glass with a lot of ice. I decided to close out my tab since I felt the vibe of the bar was off. I might try it again if I was in the area and with someone and hopefully a different bartender.

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    Jillian B.

    WHAT A GEM!! Found this cute spot for happy hour with my partner before meeting some friends for dinner. The decor drew us in, the cocktails made us stay! First of all, they have a great happy hour that lasts every day until 8 - a rarity! But even prices outside the happy hour are pretty reasonable. We got a few rounds of the Lolita and Rick Ross, both of which were delicious. We also had to try the sake, which the bartender recommended hot. I've never had my sake hot before, but really enjoyed it!! It's a small space, so make sure to come early to get a spot!

    Scott S.

    Went here for Happy hour. Great deal on drinks and we enjoyed the eclectic vibes. I had their vodka based drink which was very good and my friend had a hot sake he enjoyed. I will definitely be returning

    Sophia C.

    Immaculate vibes all around & cheap (and yummy!) cocktails. My friend and I had 2 rounds of cocktails each and it was about $30 total including tip for each of us, which is amazing pricing anywhere, but especially New York City. We loved the interior and the service as well. It is a bit on the smaller side but luckily, my friend and I came before the late night rush so were able to grab seats indoors. They have an outdoor seating area as well. Would come again, I think this is one of my new favorite spots!

    Kathryn T.

    Cute and funky cocktail bar in Williamsburg that won't break your bank account. Pokito is a great spot to check out either with a date or friends. Top things you should know: 1. Ample outdoor seating with indoors. There's also a window that you can order from if you decide to drink/eat outside. 2. Very reasonable happy hour for their craft cocktails. 3. Funky vibes and decor inside. 4. Cocktails are pretty good and better than most of the more expensive places close by. 5. Friendly staff. Pokito is worth checking out if you want to go off the beaten path a little bit.

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    Leemor Y.

    I'm a fan of this small yet vibrant bar. Came here for a date night and grabbed the last outdoor table. They have 4-5 covered/separated outdoor seating and a few spots outside of that. They just opened up some indoor seating as well if you are comfortable with that. We arrived at 5:45 pm just before happy hour ended. My partner got hot sake and I got the Rick Ross. We also ordered a couple cheese tamales. The drinks arrived, the hot sake was *hot* which was great since it was a cold winter night. The Rick Ross came in a cute glass bottle that you pour over a cup of ice. I was a little skeptic at first but had my first sip and it was an instant hit - a little spicy with a bit of sweetness. Really recommend. The tamales were also great, came with a perfect kick of spice and some cheese to balance it out. The only drink I wasn't a big fan of was the coco Rosa - tasted overly sweet with an odd texture. Ah well can't win them all. Overall, great place for a date night or drinks with a couple friends.

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    Cute spot with unique and delicious drinks, but it can get pretty crowded. Still worth it, though!

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    Amazing drinks wow.. The sunflower and Peach frozen cocktails were pretty strong. I highly recommend this spot for sure.

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    The frozen margaritas are absolutely amazing!! I do wish they had more food options but the staff was very kind and accommodating.

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    Valerie

    Valerie

    4.3
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    3.2 mi
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    My wife and I took our kids (10 and 16 year old boys) to this place on our last evening in NYC. We…read morewere looking for a place that had a nice ambiance and good food. Ambiance: This place has a nice ambiance, definitely very "New York" -- dark (you can't see how dirty the floor is) and loud music (maybe too loud). We sat upstairs (we had a reservation) and of all the people on the top there was a party of 4 (us), a party of 8 (all dudes celebrating something) and the rest of the tables were on a DATE - which I thought was funny. Service: We were served by Ann-Marie who was so delightful. She was kind, super nice, and took the time to speak to us (which is basically how we figured out she wasn't a native New York City person). She gave us good food suggestions and we were very happy with our selection. Food: Here is what we ordered * Steak Frites: My two boys got the steak frites and I have to say the steak was awesome! I had a bite of each of theirs and they each ordered it differently (one Medium Rare/Medium and one Medium) and they both were prepared PERFECTLY. The fries were overflowing. * Caeser Salad with Salmon: My wife got the salad with Salmon (they only have a few salad options) and she enjoyed it. * Prawn and Crab Risotto: I got this and I have to say it was VERY bland. I wouldn't get this if you are looking for taste. I had to put salt and pepper on it to make it have any semblance of taste. Value/Price: I would say this is not over priced but it is not cheap either...bill is attached. I would recommend it to folks who are looking for a good place to either go out on a date or a family type meal.

    Came here for brunch and had a decent time. The place wasn't too busy, likely due to the crappy…read moreweather, so we were able to sit there for a while after our meal concluded. Service was good. We had the fried chicken Benedict and the crab cake Benedict. I was a bit confused when I saw that each Benedict dish only had one poached egg - shouldn't it always be two? I guess that's shrinkflation (plus inflation) for you. That bent said, the crab cake was actually really big and filling. The side of potatoes were really delicious. Would I come back for brunch again? Very unlikely. But, it does seem like a pretty "safe choice" if you need a last minute reservation for a group.

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    Sunken Harbor Club

    4.5
    (117 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    I've been trying to go to Sunken Harbor for over a year now. I don't know how it's possible but…read moredespite being local it always seems to have a private event whenever we have plans to go. The stars finally aligned this winter and I had the opportunity to try it out. The vibes are perfect. Fog and bubbles, sea noises and all of the art go together seemlessly. Drinks were great. We had three and left suitably sloshed for the night with no aftereffects. We didn't have too many bites but the food was very good for a bar. I'm excited to go back and I hope we have just as much luck getting in next time.

    This is a "speakeasy" above Gage and Tollner. An undersea Tiki style adventure with a sexy mermaid…read moreheading up the bar. Nautical theme throughout with weathered leather, ropes, fish. Cocktails are made with various types of rum and ingredients like grapefruit, maraschino, wormwood amaro, falernum, thyme, Assam tea, spiced lime, allspice, coconut, cucumber, nutmeg, sour orange. All the drinks keep with the tropical, fruity taste with a hint of spice. They are also broken up into categories (dry land = no alcohol, shallows = average amount of alcohol, and abyss (larger amounts of alcohol). The abyss section has some cocktails that are limited to two per customer. They have some bar bites like fried green tomatoes, shrimp toast, broiled oysters, ricotta, dumplings, sliders. I had the French fries with kimchi ranch, which were underwhelming. Bartenders were cool and kept the drinks coming. I got in immediately without an issue or a wait, but it was right after a snowstorm. I've seen some people struggle to get in or have a long wait.

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    Dear Strangers

    4.3
    (29 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Dear Strangers is a wonderful hidden gem! We celebrated Valentine's Day there last night and while…read morethe restaurant was incredibly busy, we never felt overlooked or underserved. The owners were milling around making sure everyone was well taken care of and the wait staff were kind and personable. Now the food...AMAZING!!! Every bite we took was wonderful and so surprising with creative combinations and gorgeously presented. The restaurant itself was hip and refined and seemed to be the happening spot of the night. We will certainly be back!

    Met up with friends here for dinner before a show near Washington square. It wasn't super crowded…read morewhen we arrived around 6pm (maybe due to the extreme cold that day) but started filling up gradually. I loved the ambiance and decor, very cozy. As for food, there were some true hits but most of the food was good but basic. The highlights for me were the wild mushrooms & rice cakes as well as the Caesar salad - loved the use of nori in the salad and would definitely come back for the mushrooms. The chicken cutlet and chicken dumplings were fine but I probably wouldn't order them again. The wait staff weren't super attentive nor super warm, but they were efficient when we asked for water refills, etc. There was ample standing room at the bar while we waited for our friends, but the table/booth that we sat at was super narrow, I was knocking knees with my friend all night and generally felt squished.

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    Attaboy

    Attaboy

    4.1
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    Small renowned cocktail bar without a menu…read more Highlights: - Bartender led: let them know what you like and they'll make you something. Mine was uncanny as I gave him a spirit and he ended up making me one cocktail with peach and another with apricot--2 flavors I love but did not mention. - Lots of locals - #37 of best of North America list for 2026 Midlights: - He told me the name of the cocktails he made, but I didn't remember to be able to order them again. Lowlights - Can be hard to find in the dark and rain but good the door next to it has a note to guide you to the right place - I could've used some bar nuts snack to go with it

    - 1st drink: light n refreshing, fruity or floral but not too sweet, gin based, no spices; this…read morecame out to be pretty good but not anything special nor memorable - 2nd drink: smooth n creamy, could be foamy, refreshing, tequila, something that can wake you up; highlight of the night! It really is light and refreshing with egg foam on top; i like the smooth and creamy factor; it wasn't too sweet but had a slight brightening flavor - 3rd drink: dark and stormy and that was quite of an experience; i indeed felt the storm rumbling down my throat n tummy; do not order unless you're having a tumultuous day rating: 4/5 - i like the concept of not having a menu and you just tell them what you like, because it really challenges them on how well they can deliver what you're feeling; i personally think they slayed - lively vibes and nice lighting but music was a bit too loud n poppy for my preference - vibe was cool but more for friend hangouts not so much date - the service was amazing! I felt the 100% attention from the server as he listened to my order; he was also super demure and personable - the highlight of my night was when he took my order AND when he gave us the check which was his super cutesie pirate ocean drawing - id recommend come checking out if you have strong preferences for cocktails and know what you like! IG: @nom.noms.only

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    Steight

    Steight

    4.6
    (44 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Very cute speakeasy hidden behind an empty hair salon. The decor was very fun, and I couldn't quite…read moretell what the theme was. It's a very small space, so it may be a bit of a wait for a seat. We came around 8:45 PM, and got a spot at the bar after about 20 minutes. We tried the yuzu contact and the ma-chet baker, and the ma-chet baker was definitely our favorite. It tasted just like a matcha latte, and I liked the bits of gen maicha in it. It wasn't very strong however. The yuzu contact was also very light and citrusy.

    yuzu highball mt highball…read more- highball was nice, basic, and refreshing; nothing much to note about but ive definitely had better - i liked the yuzu a bit more because the mt highball was a bit too alcoholic hojicha colada - hojicha is their seasonal menu and it also is my favorite! The tea was strong and fragrant - it is on the sweeter side, a bit like dessert, so i had to pair it with water, but it was still yummy and would recommend yuzu contact - this was alright! Typical yuzu but ive had better ones - personally feel like the yuzu can be brighter and a bit sweeter rating: 4/5 - the drinks were all good but nothing particularly stood out except for the hojicha colada - the vibe and the music really brought up my rating though! It was such a cute, cozy, intimate spot for dates - small speakeasy with only a few seats, similar to bars in japan; it's one of those japanese listening bars and i love it - there was light jazz in the background, not too loud that i had to shout - the mood was perfect; I couldn't stop staring at the interior decor and immerse myself in this little cozy corner - service was super quick, nothing much to note IG: @nom.noms.only

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    Apotheke

    Apotheke

    3.8
    (1.6k reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Apotheke was one of my first experiences with a hidden speakeasy a number of years ago, and it…read morestill remains the OG in my vast encyclopedia of experiences. :) Strolling down Chinatown's busy and gritty Doyers Street, looking for any sign of Apotheke is a fond memory, then finally figuring out where it was, and entering through the mysterious and otherworldly threshold resulted a transformative experience that made me feel like I time traveled. Mood lighting, comfortable seating, great drinks in a cozy and Victorian-inspired space are the perfect blend of unique and. I always felt like I was part of something special the few times enjoyed creative, delicious, and strong libations from the pros at the bar. While it has always been pricey, I do feel like the excellent service ambiance, and drink quality warrant this, but may prevent more folks from becoming regulars so to speak. I love the clever and compact bathroom design, too. IYKYK Long live Apotheke!

    Fifteen years later and Apotheke is still one of my favorites!…read more You will walk past this hidden speakeasy several times before finding it. I could tell you to look for the blue beaker sign that says "Chemist" but the better tell is the random guy sitting on a stool outside. He'll be the only person on the street, so no worries about missing him! The menu has changed over the years, but the quality has not. The bartenders are social and personable. And the prices are in line for the area. My bestie and I loved the vibe. One of the best speakeasies she's had the pleasure of experiencing. Don't miss out on this place!

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