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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.

Great experience with plenty of tvs in a cozy living room/ library wood paneled vibe. A mix between…read morea dive bar and a more date night spot. Great for a drink or two Got the espresso martini which was standard, nothing too crazy but the ambiance is very social and great for mingling so that's the main focus of the place

Union Hall is one of those classic Brooklyn spots that just feels good the second you walk in. The…read morelocation is great, the drinks are solid, and it has that older New York, cozy-but-lively vibe that's getting harder to find these days. They've only got two bocce lanes, so just a heads up, if it's a busier night or you're going during peak hours, you might be waiting a bit. But on normal weeknights, it's totally doable to walk in, grab a drink, and play without any stress. It's very laid-back in the best way. Downstairs, they host comedy shows and other performances, which makes it such a fun multipurpose hangout. People usually grab a drink and chill upstairs while waiting for their show to start, and it creates this really nice, social energy without feeling chaotic. Overall, Union Hall is a quaint neighborhood staple, great drinks, fun games, and a little bit of that old-school local charm. Perfect for a casual night out or something a little different from the usual bar scene.

This is a fun metal-themed dive bar with cheap drinks and really friendly bartenders. The place is…read moreheavily decorated with horror and heavy metal bands memorabilia. They also have live music and food too, but I have never tried the food so I cannot talk about the quality of their food. Overall, just fun.

This bar has an audience, and to that audience it's perfect. The drinks are cheap and relatively…read morestrong. The lighting and decor says dive bar. And even on Tuesday, there's a beautiful woman dancing on the bar. The only unfortunate thing is it's surrounded by the construction site of what we used to call Gowanus.

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.

Great vibes and a fun place to dance in an area that is otherwise underserved…read more My only regret is not coming more often when I lived in the area.

My first time was fabulous! A queer gem with a dance floor just exactly how it used to be…read more Great selection of draft! Fab lineup of talent! Clean bathrooms! Indoor and outdoor! Didn't take any photos ( :

What I have always appreciated about Friends and Lovers is how seamlessly it blends old‑school New…read moreYork nightlife spirit with a warm feeling of community‑driven connection. The programming is thoughtful and deliberate: great DJs who actually play what the crowd wants, live acts, and events that draw people of all ages without feeling chaotic. Even on busy nights, the staff keeps things running smoothly, and the crowd is respectful and upbeat. It's a place where you can enjoy good music, good company, a feeling of community thinking that we're all in this together, and a sense of authenticity that's getting harder to find in the city. In conclusion, 5 stars for the crowd and the club that keeps it happy

I have a love/hate relationship with this place…read more I have had horrendous experiences here where an entire birthday group of 15 people left the line outside to go elsewhere because bouncers were on a weird power trip beefing with random people behind us in line. I have also had fun nights here with great music, dancing, and vibes. I'm officially old now and my thoughts on the place are tempered --that I'm glad it exists and it's an important space for the whole community. This has been a fairly reliable and solid place to dance which a good mix of genres, crowds, and vibes for years now. Used to frequent as I lived right over in Clinton Hill while in college. Oftentimes it has been the only place close by to dance in that kind of setting. The drinks are fine and bartenders typically chill. They did look at us like we were crazy one night when we asked for two long island iced teas haha... ...but also like actually why not? Maybe I want that chaos in my life. They said no, probably for the best. Bouncers outside have been hit or miss over the years but honestly you can say that about any place, they keep BS out so i can't blame them. I don't think the place should really ever have a cover including when it was at its busiest, but I think it may be necessary for overhead. The bathroom line can get long and people take their time in there doing what they'll do.. Can be a wildcard for what it will be like inside, but if you come with a fun group, problem solved. Overall the staff is "no BS" to put it simply, so as long and you're chill and respectful, you *shouldn't* have any problems.

I took my mom to Sisters on Mother's Day since everyone says we look like sisters ‍ The first time…read moreI came here was during my buttery last year so I thought it'd be a full circle moment to celebrate another year of life with my mom here! There was an event happening f along with the Mother's Day holiday so the spot was pretty busy. Despite that, servers and staff were as attentive as they could be and super sweet! One of favorite things about this restaurant is just how open and light it feels In a world where many places to eat are super dark, hard to talk in and overwhelming, the bohemian and modern decor is a breath of fresh air To start, I got the spicy mezcal margarita (of which I got two; they know what they're doing behind that bar, okay?)and Mom got an amaretto sour (which she said was PERFECT!) We then shared the Cesar kale salad and coming from someone who believes they make the best kale salad in the world, Sisters is a CLOSE second also that artichoke dip is TOO GOOD! I had to ask if there was something besides artichoke in it! Our Server told me they used to add crab but removed it (due to expenses) while still doing their best to keep to that original recipe and in my book? They succeeded For our entree's, I got the veggie burger (7/10) and mom got the fish sandwich (8/10) It kind of dissapoints me when a veggie burger is so well dressed but then is kind of lack luster in taste, know what I mean? The patty itself probably just needed a bit more seasoning. As for the fish sandwich, my mom wasn't a big fan of the house tartar sauce and also said it could've been more seasoned. All in all, we had a great Mother's Day dinner at this beautiful restaurant in Brooklyn. Highly reccomend this spot as a place to catch up, enjoy some sunlight and catch a good vibe

Came here for an afternoon brunch after a 5K run in nearby prospect park. We had a reservation for…read more1:30PM and was seated the . The ambiance was definitely cute, with an interesting decor. We got the heirloom rice bowl with chicken, the burger with bacon, and the French toast. Food didn't take too long and we got digging. The rice bowl had a healthy amount of grilled chicken (for $8). The burger was deliciously juicy and went well with the crispy bacon and fries. The French toast was quite sweet with the jam and fruits that you can opt to forego the syrup. All in all, would return

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.

Great 3 floor place with a perfect blend of vinyl beats, house music, and lofi style beats. Great…read moreplace to go with friends with a more relaxed, casual feel than a club- feels almost like a large elaborate house party. Basement floor is deeper house music and more of a club vibe where the middle floor is nice house and dance music where the top is a nice intimate vinyl bar. Drinks are standard but you're going for the experience- stays open till 4am

Really liked the drinks here and would come back again. We walked in on a Friday night to the bar…read morespace upstairs at around 8:30/9 and were able to snag a standing table. Servers are really nice and I really liked the DJ who was spinning records that night. But would 100% recommend booking a reservation as it gets very busy as the night progresses.

Disgusting facility. Super dirty. Snooty employees and ultra crowded place with little to no…read moreroom to enjoy yourself. Will not return.

My friends and I have been to the place countless times for so many shows, food, and overall…read moreentertainment... but have more recently felt unwelcome and made to feel hated by BAM just because we are different from them. This venue needs an attitude adjustment of what it means to be a part of a COMMUNITY! Just because we might be different from you gives you no right to treat us with such hostility and hate. We have been nothing but kind, outgoing, understanding and patient neighbors in the face of nonstop hate and vitriol. The food that feeds some of these hurtful and hateful emotions is toxic and filled with an extremely low frequency agenda. A business and venue should pride itself on serving a community, not an ideology. Shape up and practice love or lose our business forever.