Great 3 floor place with a perfect blend of vinyl beats, house music, and lofi style beats. Great place 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 read more

Really liked the drinks here and would come back again. We walked in on a Friday night to the bar space 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. read more

Public Records - Grapefruit and Spice Shrub - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Public Records is in a beautiful airy venue with high ceilings and dj sets on the weekend. I went for a late dinner with a 9:15 reservation that we arrived early for at 9p, but we were not seated until after 9:30. I normally don't mind being seated late, but since it was a Friday night they needed all the dining room cleared by 10:45 for a party; so we were immediately told it was last call for food when we were seated. Our waitress was incredibly kind and apologetic for having to rush us, but we definitely were rushed through the meal and were asked if we wanted boxes before we even got through our plates. On the food itself, it's incredible. Definitely get some of the dips - the whipped vadouvan carrot and 24-hour cashew labneh were both great with such depth of flavor/texture. The dips don't come with any bread so we ordered the sourdough flatbread which was a great accompaniment, though I feel like at some sort of bread should be included with the dips. The crudite it came with was difficult to share. The smashed fingerling potatoes and fried kimchi cauliflower were flavorful sides, though the cauliflower sat in quite a bit of oil which was a bit much. The cauliflower gnocchi is the only dish I wouldn't recommend. The dish itself was quite small, and the gnocchi was thin and was more mushroom-forward than cauliflower. We finished with the tahini hibiscus cheesecake, it was a great smooth texture/flavor for a vegan cheesecake, though it was hard to appreciate the hibiscus flavor. We also didn't even get to eat dessert at our table (literally had to carry it to the bar) since we were rushed off the floor. Overall, incredible food that centers vegetables in a way that far exceeds anywhere else I've been in the city. Service had some hiccups tonight, but seems like servers were a bit stressed as well. read more

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Aesthetic Heaven, But Not a Work-Friendly Spot Public Records in Brooklyn is a dream for lovers of earthy, boho-chic spaces with a Tulum-inspired vibe. Think open, airy interiors filled with lush greenery, natural wood accents, and walls lined with vinyl records--this place is definitely designed for ambiance. I originally stopped by to grab a quick bite and get some work done, but I quickly learned that laptops aren't allowed inside, even if you're dining. There's a small café space in the front where people can work, but inside, the focus is strictly on the dining experience. While I was initially told that diners could work while eating, a server later clarified that they're shifting towards a more traditional lunch environment--likely to discourage people from camping out with just a coffee. Now, onto the food: * Furikake Home Fries - A definite win! Crispy, savory, and packed with umami flavor. * Smacked Chili Cucumber - Beautiful presentation, but a little underwhelming in flavor. It pairs well with the fries but wouldn't be my first choice again. Would I come back? For a vibe check, absolutely. I'd love to experience the summer or nighttime energy, which I imagine is amazing. But for a work-friendly lunch spot? Probably not. If you're looking for a place to plug in and grind, this isn't it--but if you want to sip, savor, and soak in the aesthetic, Public Records is worth a visit. read more

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Great club with several areas to dance and mingle. Great outdoor area in warmer months. There's also a listening lounge and a vegan restaurant. It's definitely a space for audiophiles. read more

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Went to a show in the sound room recently - it was definitely oversold, but at this point what venue doesn't oversell? They kept the lights super dark and also had the fog machines going. Free water was a big plus. Hoping next time the show isn't sold out/oversold - the space has a ton of potential if you actually have room to dance. read more

Went here for dinner so we didn't get to experience the late nightlife that it's also known for. Can't believe this place is vegan because the food is delicious and presentation like an upscale restaurant. It is priced that way, but so is most vegan, especially if in NYC. Although the place was packed, the service was quick and friendly. All the food choices were excellent, and we even liked the labneh toast so much we ordered another one. read more

Public Records - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ok to start the coat check tried to rip people adding $2 to the $5 coat fee . The atrium part was great they need to stop the incense there is no ventilation other than the doors being open they need big fans - it was hot they do have an outside which was really nice to chill an still hear the music. Bars in both areas read more

We stopped by Public Records for late breakfast and a work sesh. We order at the bar, a matcha tonic, a chai latte with oat milk and a P[R]SL which is made up of pumpkin, espresso, oat, winter spices, black pepper and rosemary. It was amazing! The perfect warm fall flavored beverage. I also had a coconut and apricot granola bowl with coconut yogurt, apricot and dark chocolate granola, berry compote, seasonal fruit, tahini and rose...it was really good though the combination of flavors took some getting used to. I felt super healthy after eating it. Apply the super high NYC price tag and this treat becomes an indulgence versus an everyday coffee shop for me. Once we received our drinks we found a table. The seating area was brightly lit with natural lighting and there were lots of tables available even though there were quite a few people there. This is obviously a go to coffee bar during the day for those who work remotely. I was also told there's a speakeasy in the back that hosts dance parties and art shows. I'll write a different review of my experience. read more

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i love public records. they always have a variety of events going on throughout the week & weekend. literally ranges from wellness events to a dirty night out dancing! they have 3 main rooms and sometimes all of the rooms are open or only a few. i've been there a few nights where all are open & it's always a good time. the artists & sounds are diverse too. i will say, the crowd can be a bit obnoxious depending on who's playing but you just gotta learn to be in your own world & not let them set the tone of your time there! :) read more

Public Records is also an excellent space to bring your laptop during the day. The first thing worth mentioning is their music: a gentle blend of ambient and beat-driven sounds with minimal vocals - perfect to focus. Lunch here is delicious. I ordered a sourdough toast topped with cashew, persian cucumber, pickled onion, and creamy tahini. A comfortable number of people are scattered throughout at a comfortable, conversational volume. The wifi speed is good too! The venue is bathed in natural light, spacious, and free from distractions. read more

Public Records - Plenty of space with good music and coffee. - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Visited here on a weekend after brunch to grab a little caffeine boost and rest my legs. Barista at the front house (small seating area where you can be productive [think 3 people max]) was friendly. There are some bites offered under a glass counter if you're looking for a little snack. There was no menu for coffee, so we opted for your classic oat latte. The latte definitely fell short: little flavor, watered down, and pretty small. I definitely feel like it's moreso just a ticket to your way in to chill. We hung out in the open patio in the back. Very spacious, great natural lighting as you're outside. Wonderful place to catchup with friends, keep to yourself, journal, you name it. Between the front and the outside space is a gorgeous middle space. Very airy, light, open, and organic feeling space where you can either have a coffee, enjoy a cocktail, or nibble on some bites with yourself or a group. They sell merch here: wonderful looking garment dyed tees and whatnot, but are a tad bit pricey for what they are. I'll definitely return as the weather gets warmer over the next couple months. excellent stop to take a pause and enjoy the space. read more

This club is the housewarming party your cool vibey modern brooklyn friend is hosting. Lots of house beats, interesting variance of rooms, but a somewhat older crowd (millennials) and not many asians. Decent drinks overall. There's a cover and you have to wait in line. Lines are slow, but you can get to where you wanna go eventually. read more

Public Records - Upstairs - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Seriously what can't public records do? The food was delicious but the vibe is why you come to this place. Unless you don't eat meat I guess bc their whole menu is vegetarian. I got the tofu scrambled egg burrito and it was yummy. It's been a few days but I think it had cabbage which I love. The potatoes weren't that flavorful in it but eh didn't displease me much. I wish I got the mushroom burger! Friend got the (I assume plant based) burger w the furikake fries and I was a little jealous. Her plate outmogged mine for sure. Really quick service and people who work here seem cool and were sweet. Outdoor and indoor seating are equally lovely but it was such a beautiful day we went outside. PR...drop the playlist for me real quick. read more

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Love Public Records for both food and music! I've been here twice for dinner and throughly enjoyed both times. Delicious vegan food and fun wines! Definitely get the oyster mushroom enchilada tacos, roasted carrots, and heirloom tomato cashew burrata. They have great natural wines to pair. Oyster Mushroom Enchilada Tacos: Amazing texture with crispy taco shell and soft mushrooms, we loved the flavor and cilantro crema. Roasted Carrots: Never thought carrots could taste this good. I normally don't enjoy carrots but I could have this everyday. The kombucha glaze is sweet and umami while the black garlic mascarpone adds a creamy yet smokey flavor. Get it! Saffron Rigatoni: This was maybe 30s to a minute undercooked. Some pieces were perfectly al dente but there was one or two noticeably undercooked pieces. Would not get this again. Heirloom Tomato Cashew Burrata: So refreshing yet creamy. The pepper herb oil is such a nice touch, I wish I could have it on every burrata. Mole Brownie: Interesting texture, I wish it was slightly less crumbly and a little more fudgy as a personal preference. Berry compote was nice, but the horchata was a bit too strong and off balance for the brownie. At around 11, the restaurant turns into a music venue which we thought was super cool. If you want to stay to explore the 3 different rooms of music, you have to exit and line up to enter through a separate entrance for security and tickets. The host was super nice and let us check it out while we were there. Will definitely be back for the music on a night out! read more

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Not a lot of milk choices in the cafe- The cold brew is undrinkable. The baked goods are solid, but the coffee does not make it worth it. read more

I can't speak to this venue as a restaurant, but as a music venue, it is top-notch. Came to see two incredible artists Allysha Joy and Audrey Powne, and was blown away by the sound design of this music room. The speakers are insane and the wood walls creates a warm environment. Light designer creates a soft, ambient environment perfect for surfing the sound waves. Very glad to have learned of this venue. I will definitely be back. read more

This was such a cool venue! It is part outdoors and part indoors. They offer tickets for pre-midnight entry at a cheaper rate. Each room was also a different vibe. read more

Great venue! A little too crowded for my liking, but i had a great time nonetheless. Because it's a wine bar, the only non-alcoholic option was water. Being sober, it would've been nice to have another option. With it being so hot last Saturday, ice was hard to come by. Overall, it was a lot of fun. My cousin Hasan DJ'd and my closest girlfriends came, so it was a blast. The music was perfect for the setting. Seeing so many different age groups and backgrounds getting together just for a great vibe was amazing! Another thing to note, it's not exactly convenient to get to by public transportation, especially on the weekends. I took two trains and walked 15 minutes. It's best to take a car. If you're to take the MTA, you can take the g/f trains to Bergen. I'd definitely come back, but I'll keep in mind the beverage options. There was food too, but we didn't order any. read more

Public Records - Me and my girls having a blast! - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The vibe here is great . There is an outdoor portion and indoor space with a dj setup . There is a lot of plants inside and just add to the overall atmosphere . The drinks here were pretty good, would come back here for drinks . The place is completely vegan the food however was just alright . Things tasted good but not great . read more

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Went here for a ticketed concert in the Sound Room downstairs. There was a line outside when we arrived which we joined, but no staff giving information or directions about anything. Low to no information seems like the theme here. Nothing happened until we were let in just after doors at 10pm. There is a coat check available for $4(+tax)/person, kind of steep since what else are you going to do with a winter coat at a club? Of course there was no information about this on their website. The coat check was absolutely full by the time we left at 1:30, so get there early if you want to check a coat. Bathrooms were a handful of grimy unisex stalls. Club floor was medium sized, with the DJ booth at one end, a platform on the other, some sparse bench seating around the edges, and a bar on the right when we entered. They had drinks, canned beer and wine, non alcoholic options, and free water too. Drink options were varied and interesting, I had the shiso drink ($16) which was delicious and gone too soon. The sound system is fairly nice, but the crowd was, simply put, awful. Nobody was dancing and there were several instances of inappropriate touching and male aggression in the crowd that went unchecked. The venue should also institute a no phone policy on the floor, it was obnoxious. Overall I prefer Mister Sunday for dancing but I'd come back here for a different experience, hopefully the crowd is not always this lame and rude. read more

SAFETY HAZARD! Used to love it, but the heat is unbearable I've had a lot of fun at Public Records over the years, including celebrating a birthday here. it pains me to say this: the HVAC situation on the top floor is a genuine health hazard. The space is beautiful and full of plants (they're clearly thriving), but the air is so hot and humid it feels like a greenhouse in July. It's hard to enjoy yourself when you're sweating through your clothes. Thr upstairs bathrooms somehow manage to be even hotter. If you're looking for a sauna experience, you'd be better off just going to an actual spa. The vibe is still great, but unless you're a monstera, you'll likely wilt before your drink does (also my vodka soda was $40). I hope they make some changes, because the space has some potential read more

A deep, soulful cup of black coffee in a lovely hidden café with beautiful plants and natural lighting made my morning peaceful and restorative. A great spot to check out when you are in the neighborhood. About a block away from Cliffs/Movement Gowanus. read more

Public Records - Coffee - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We went out to Public Records with the intention of a night of dancing/fun out in New York City. I have always loved going out in cities and was excited to add New York to the list. Public records was filled with endlessly frustrating situations and awful customer service. It started with a $25 dollar "ticket fee". The staff who took our money were very inconsiderate, ignoring costumers waiting to pay and summoning others to the front and then asking us those waiting to move out of their way. In my opinion, the music was boring and repetitive. The lights were also awkwardly dark and only allowed for brief flashing moments of navigation. Others might enjoy this ambience a bit more but our group settled on navigating upstairs to another room with less awkward lighting. In this room, we sat at a table expecting to sit and socialize. We were approached by a waitress who asked for our drink order. She then asked for a card which I happily handed over. We became very frustrated when She didn't return to our table for another 30 minutes. As soon as she appeared with our drinks, I asked for the check so we could get ready to leave. She then brought back the check but not my card. I had to then wait up at the bar for another 10 minutes while I told them what happened and waited for them to find her. When we finally got the card back, she spilled water all over my friend and didn't seem to notice or apologize. We couldn't wait to leave and I'm frankly disappointed in the money we had to spend here. We tried to make the best of the most of that "ticket fee" but ended up feeling as though the night was wasted. (Also a friendly note that this establishment does not carry cranberry juice so vodka crans are not an option!) read more

What a wonderful experience we both had; and that's a credit to both Tina (our server) and Sophie (hostess) whose warm and welcoming presence made the experience that much more special. From the beautiful space to the delicious food (those watermelon tostaditas were delish!), the entire evening was superb! We will be back! read more

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The food to say the least fell flat. We tried plenty of plates including the kimchi fried rice which to me was the best out of all. They used purple rice which I absolutely loved! The drinks are hit or miss even though they sound so appealing on the menu. The ambience is why I would comeback for sure. I'm hoping the next time they have a refreshed menu and it's spot on. read more

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We cherish having discovered Public Records when we were looking for something new. The food experience improved with every new arrival. The prices won't hurt but the portions please. Their employees delivered outstanding service also. I liked everything about it; coming back :) read more

Went to see some DJ's play back in November and both my card, and my friends card got skimmed while paying for coat check. The reason why I know it was at public records, is because that was the only place that day where he and I both paid for something in the same place. Other than that it was pretty fun. The sound system is extremely loud and harsh at times so bring ear plugs. read more

Guys! If you don't allow laptops, that's totally cool. But you have to put a sign by the register! I showed up at 10 to do some work before a four-person brunch. Even though the restaurant wasn't even serving food until 11, and even though I had a reservation to spend real money, and even though I ordered a coffee without being warned, I still got spicily told no laptops allowed at 10:30. Put up a sign and stop acting like it's the customer's fault for not reading your mind. Most places that are only serving coffee and have ample seating allow them! Boo. read more

the interior design of this place is stunning. huge plants, tall ceilings, it's a vibe for sure. unfortunately the tomato focaccia i got for almost $10 was dry af, could barely rip it apart to share let alone chew. my friend got the matcha latte and said ti was just fine. on a saturday they close the cafe portion at 4pm so be aware that you'll get kicked out on the dot. read more

I was here for an event to listen to a new record that was being released tonight. It was a bit confusing once we arrived... there's a restaurant, a club downstairs, a lounge/listening room upstairs. We initially went inside the restaurant and were told to go wait outside until a black door opened. When it opened, we stood in line to get our tickets and IDs checked but were told by the staff that we were upstairs, so we had to go back outside and enter another black door. We ended up going upstairs to the listening room that had a small bar in the back. It's a nice area; brightly lit during the day but intimate once the sun sets but extremely hot inside (they only had the windows open). Got a couple of beers (from Threes Brewing) to drink while listening to the entire record. It was pretty cool since the artist, Eliana Glass, was sitting right next to us since her friends were sharing a table with us. We didn't realize it was her until we overheard their convo. She ended up performing a couple of her songs live. Definitely an interesting experience that we would have no clue about if Spotify hadn't informed us of the free ticketed event. read more

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Love coming here to eat Vegan food. It is absolutely delicious. Brought a friend that's been vegan for 27 years and he said it was the best he's had in all his life. The service is exceptional and I love sitting under the atrium. Make sure to get the cheesecake!!! read more

Absolutely love this spot. As a New Yorker who's always looking for hidden gems, away from tourists, and inspired by global influences - this space exceeds in terms of ambiance, service, crowd, music AND food. It's hard to find a place that provides a high quality experience in all aspects. I came to public records last summer with a group of friends and we loved the dj and music. The outdoor space is beautiful with lush greenery and the atrium has a nice minimalist touch. We came back to try the food at the restaurant and everything was flavorful. Our favorite was the saffron rigatoni, the tamale, and the chocolate mole cake. read more

Public Records - Cocktails and tamale - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Went there to see a musician. Found the place to be disorganized, somewhat jerry-rigged, and depressing. Can't attest to the food or the upstairs DJ room, but there are better places to see live music in Brooklyn. read more

Cool spot with moody vibes, music, lighting and atmosphere. Came by for dinner and drinks and ordered from their limited vegan menu. Some items were unique and good whilst. Some were worth a try but wouldn't recommend / get again. Since we were a group of 5+, automatic gratuity was included and we could tell the waitress was trying to kick us out of our spot. Although we asked if there was a time limit or an issue, Olivia B (our server) stated we were fine and that there was no time limit... yet abruptly cleared the table and brought the check even through we were not done (literally one person was still eating - food and fork in hand). This was not my first time here but this recent trip didn't rub me the right way.... but it is what it is! read more

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Beautiful. No, gorgeous clean space. Crowd is very nice and good looking. Menu was much better than expected and service was great. Will be back. read more

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This review is strictly based on my night life experience here, not the restaurant during the day time. I've been here twice now and both times, my friends and I ran into some mishaps. The 1st time, they asked us for our tickets and we said we hadn't bought any online. I've had a couple friends come here in the past and they said only the dance floor (sound room) is ticketed and then everyone after 11. The staff said that because it was Pride weekend, they were having a special event so everybody had to be ticketed. The cover was $50 at the door but we decided to do it anyways. We enjoyed the upstairs level a lot and it had a great sound system. The 2nd time we came back was on a regular weekend and beforehand, I saw on Yelp someone had asked a question regarding admission for Saturday night. There was an answer from the business owner saying: "There is no price for admission to the Bar Room. The price of admission to the Sound Room performances varies depending on the artist playing. The best way to find out ticket prices for a particular night would be to visit our page on Dice." (This answer is from 5 years ago, so I decided to email the venue just in case but got no response.) This aligned with what my friends said before, so we got there before 11 and there was nobody at the door to let people in. We knocked on a door and a staff member came out saying they recently changed their ticketing system. Now the entire venue is ticketed to access all 3 areas (sound room, bar room, upstairs level). There were no more regular tickets on Dice and the cover ($40) was double what the regular tickets would've been. We decided against paying that and this was pretty frustrating. As much as I enjoyed my 1st time at Public Records, I feel like the confusion around the ticketing system has proven to be difficult. This change wasn't stated clearly on the website and I got no response when reaching out via email. I know that the DJ starts at 11 so most people start coming at 11, but if there are people who wanted to come before 11, there was nobody at the door to let them in? I love the venue itself, it has a great vibe and I really enjoy the music, but I'll definitely be back and have to see how my experience is the next time (maybe 3rd time is the charm) and I'll maybe update my review after that. read more

If I was to rate the food only I would give 5 stars easily. The chef Is exceptional and so far everything me and my husband tried on the menu is amazing. Today we came for a brunch and had a pleasure to eat labneh toast, fried mushroom sandwich and one of my favorites the Hokkaido French toast. The labneh toast as well as the French toast are just the perfect combination of flavors with every little ingredient complementing each other. The service though is a whole another story. Last time we came for brunch we were taken care of by a male server whose name I can't recall but who was super nice and helped us with some recommendations. Today on the other hand we had a female server wearing glasses and a bucket hat. She came up shortly asking if we're ready to order, we said we needed a little more time after which she was gone for like eternity. Mind you the restaurant wasn't busy at all. We finally had our order taken and didn't wait long for food to come out. Our server though did not come to check on us even once. When we were done with our food she just dropped off the check almost throwing it on the table without even saying a word. We left cash which she shortly came to collect also just grabbing it no words, no thank you no not even looking at us. We weren't trying to be dicks so left 20% tip although for this service she should not get any tips in my opinion as there was no serving on her end. I'm not sure what the fuck was that but haven't had such inhumane service in a while. What happened to "how was everything today?, here's your check and thank you for coming?". Are we living in the future already served by inanimate robots? read more

Interesting cocktails, awesome vibe and aesthetically pleasing Quick service and overall a neat and cozy place Will definitely try the food next time read more

Public Records - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Visited for some drinks on a Saturday afternoon and drinks were great, same average price than any other Manhattan pricey bar ($15-$18 per cocktail) but in an industrial Brooklyn area. GREAT music selection if you like electronic/indie/house music, chill vibe. Extremely aesthetically pleasing in the restaurant area, we were denied a sneak peak to the music room because they told us it would open only until 11pm so I cannot give an opinion on that area. We really just wanted to check out the space because it was our first time there but since we were not allowed, ended up a little disappointed, other than that, staff were attentive and welcoming. The place has an alternative pseudo-intelectual kinda vibe but not funky/dirty, actually very clean, which I liked. I bet the terrace/patio is FUN during warmer months, when we visited it was pretty empty and the patio was closed too. If I needed to describe this place in two words they would be "good taste". I cannot vouch for their food as we didn't try any. Apparently is a vegan menu with small plates. For me the main downside of this place is their location, definitely not super close to any subway, closest station is about a 15/20 minutes walk, no frequent buses either, and since the area is super industrial, there were a lot of lonely warehouses and we didn't feel as comfortable as in other parts of the city walking at night. Will definitely come back but most likely during the day in spring/summer or if at night for one of their parties in the music room, will definitely budget for an Uber when leaving. Would recommend mostly for the music, which to me is more than enough. read more

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