With so many local favorites in Wiliiamsburg closing due to the fake L train shutdown (and rising rent costs), it's so refreshing that a great new local spot bucked the trend. The space is inviting and warm. The circular bar in the center and the floor to ceiling windows being the highlights. The food is fantastic. We tried the home made pasta and the mushroom toast and were blown away by the amount of flavor packed into these small plates. Can't wait to come back and try some of the larger plates. The drink menu has cocktails that range in price from $11-13 which is so nice to see with many restaurants going with the unfortunate trend of having cocktails close to $20. I tried both gin cocktails and loved both of them. Can't wait for their cafe to open for morning and afternoon coffee and to have many, many more nights at this new local. read more

Silver Light Tavern - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Fantastic - food fresh and delicious (See pictures) ! Outside seating available and nice large bar area for happy hour. read more

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My favorite bar in Brooklyn. Drinks and food are always great but the people who work here are so phenomenal. The space is beautiful with 2 sides of complete windows. read more

Great service, good appetizer, good drinks, great atmosphere, perfect location in Williamsburg close to Lilly. Music is on point. I'll be back. read more

Nice outdoor seating with heaters. We went for drinks in the afternoon. Recommend the warm drinks to sip on. Also solid nachos! Very open and feels clean. We'll have to try some of their main dishes next time. read more

Silver Light Tavern - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The burger was sweet and I got to substitute the fries with Brussel sprouts which were charred and packed with flavor just how I like them. They got slammed shortly after I order and the bartender was slinging it without forgetting about me when I was ready for my second glass of red. read more

Came for brunch with friends. The vibe is pretty chill... maybe a bit on the quiet side. Food was good. Cocktails are somewhat pricy.

I went to my sisters Birthday Party here and it was amazing great DJ, Drinks and photo booth this place is beautiful !!! read more

Silver Light Tavern - Birthday girl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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wear a mask! practice social distancing! flatten the curve!!! donate plasma if you're antibody positive. don't drink/inject bleach. support #blm protesters. support minority-owned businesses. support your lgbtqia brothers and sisters! stopped by for a to-go cocktail after a protest bike ride to mccarren park. don't be misled by the size of the cups - their hurricanes are s-t-r-o-n-g. and also delicious. they have a few benches off to the side of the building for lounging around. guys working there are friendly. they only take cash or venmo though. read more

I looooove SLT. The owner Mike is incredibly kind and treats us like family every time we eat or walk by with our dog (this bar is at the end of the block from our apartment!). The waiter we always see is a serious bundle of southern joy. Their food is 10/10. Their drinks are out of this world. Highly recommend their spicy jalapeño margarita which didn't make the covid menu but will hopefully be back soon! Their southern peach cocktail is also fantastic. Not to mention, their outdoor seating and general environment during covid is accommodating, comfortable, and clean. Highly recommend stopping by and giving this establishment some business -- it's well worth your time! read more

Silver Light Tavern - Southern Peach cocktail! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Loved the ambiance here. Came here after a crappy meal somewhere else so we just had wine. The waiter was so awesome and personable. The place is adorable. Wine was good choice. Definitely would go back. read more

Look. This picture does not do SLT justice.I'm an ass photographer. The food is delish. The drinks have me tipsy as we speak. BUT the real reason I'm giving this restaurant 5 stars is the SERVICE. I can't say enough nice things about them. In this crazy pandemic world, this team is going above and beyond to make customers feel at home! thanks guys! read more

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Tonight was Silver Light Tavern turned. I always drive past by this place and never have a chance to check. This bar is looks cool from the outside and inside. Friday night but not do crowded at all I guess because of it was so freezing outside and nobody wanted to go out but for my friend and I , nothing can stop us from going out, lol. read more

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I'm writing about the cafe next door, not the main restaurant. This place is beautiful, the food items I've had so far are good, the music is good, and while the coffee is nothing special it isn't harsh or bitter like it is in so many places nearby. I think it might be my favorite place to sit and work in the whole neighborhood. If they dropped the QR code nonsense and had real menus it would be a super classy place (and I'd know what they had for lunch). read more

Hosted my birthday party here and it was the most perfect night! Kristina, Mike and the team were so sweet & helpful- and made sure everything was running smoothly at all times. The cocktails, food and ambiance are all 10/10 as well! read more

As a disclaimer: my company had their holiday party here in the back room (although I ended up spending a substantial amount of time in the main bar area as well - more on that later), and from the looks of it the catering menu is completely different than the regular brunch/dinner menu here, so take with a grain of salt. I really liked the ambiance of the back room! Cozy but spacious, it easily housed our group of 20-30 people, and there's a private bar in the back, so the service is great. Was not very jazzed about the food though - the fries were amazing and the shrimp po boys were pretty good (albeit the bread to shrimp ratio was not ideal), but everything else was underwhelming. Silver Light Tavern let us invite our own live music though, which was awesome. Probably the best part of the night (along with the incredible cookies our office manager ordered from Patisserie Tomoko down the block). We eventually moved to the main bar later in the night, which was quiet but had good vibes (and is fairly large, so seating shouldn't really be an issue even when it gets crowded). Would definitely come back for group drinks if I was in the area. I will also give a shoutout to the bartender Stuart here, who was very patient and nice to us even after one of my coworkers succumbed to the last round of shots and had to be forcibly coaxed out of the bathroom after 90 minutes. read more

Love this spot! Can't go wrong with this. If you're thinking about what to eat, order anything off the menu and you'll be thrilled! read more

Silver Light Tavern - The Scottish Englishmen are our in full force!!! Great spot - I would come back tomorrow. This is what you want in a Brooklyn restaurant. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Delicious drinks in a non-chalant space with decadence in the details and service to match! Enjoyed a private event and the space was perfect for that and really a gem of an example of this part of Wburg, not on the main strip but a more authentic vibe that usually only locals would know about. So shhhhhhhh!! read more

It's a yes for me. Great servers and super friendly too. Food was superb. The crusted pork chop was one of the best pub grubs I've ever had. Also was given a tidbit that they don't serve Bulleit because the parent company does not support Black Lives Matter. This place is our new local. read more

Beautiful bar with indoor and outside dinning. Both beautiful. The drinks sweet but powerful. The food equally good as the drinks.

Have you ever been sexually attracted to a potato? It was a warm Sunday morning. I had just finished wiping the sweat from my brow after walking around in the hot midday sun. I was sitting at my table gazing out the window at passersby as they went about their weekend rituals. Suddenly, I saw them. Those glorious golden-brown goddesses nestled comfortably in a sterling white porcelain bowl. Shimmering with perfectly ground grains of the finest sea salt. The minute they met my tongue, it was pure ecstasy. Crisp, toned exterior with the perfectly softened Idaho potato interior. I will never know a love so true or so pure for the rest of my days. But on the real, this place is dope. The staff is all super nice and the food is great. If you live in the neighborhood you'll definitely want to make it a regular spot. If you're just visiting, come for the cocktails and stay for the burger. read more

Had my 30th birthday party in the private party Frost Room. Mike the owner is so awesome and we had the best bartenders, Chris and Stu. The space, food, drinks and overall service at Silverlight Tavern is incredible. The team made the night seamless. Everyone had so much fun, and a lot of that was due to how welcoming everyone is. Would absolutely recommend for your next private party or just drinks and food with friends!!! read more

Four star only because I did not have the pleasure to eat here. Will be back because the menu looked so good. But as a bar, it was very, very good and the bartender there on a Saturday was amazing. She dealt with my dopey friends as we started here for a bachelor party. The drinks were delicious and she answered all of my questions about the menu, very knowledgeable. Totally played along with our shenanigans and will be sure to return. read more

Silver Light Tavern is a really nice place. The decorations and layout are beautiful. I tried a salad that was nice and fresh. I was there for the comedy show that I think happens once or twice a month. The decor, and the food and drinks are perfect, it just needs more people to show up. The back room where the show happened is great and I like how it's tucked away from where the bar is. I remember the door being a curtain. I thought that was pretty cool. I was there to see Liz Miele, but the other comics on the lineup were also pretty good. Totally worth $10 because it came with a free drink! I probably had three more! read more

Perfect neighborhood bar for just about any occasion, actually. I met a friend for a quick drink, but we ended up staying for hours as the food, decor, and service were all flawless. A friendly conversation with the owner revealed how thoroughly thought out everything is - from the material used for the bar ("not cold on your elbows, but also porous so that it doesn't retain heat if you're leaning on it for a while..."), to the the lighting, food, and flow...it's all perfect. But apparently there's plenty of improvements still coming! It's a great balance of many things...I could see a business meeting, a date night, or a huge get-together all at this place. 100% solid. read more

Great bar. Outstanding food. Exceptional service. We've experienced Silver Light as both guests at the bar and event hosts and we can't say enough wonderful things about this place and the owner, Mike! The tavern is located right east of McCarren Park on a quiet Williamsburg street, close enough to be easily accessible but far enough from Bedford to avoid tourist overload. We would recommend SLT for a casual drink, dinner, date night and especially if you're thinking of hosting a small - medium size event. The food is fantastic, do not miss out on the lamb ribs! The drink menu offers something for any desire you might have and the staff is friendly, approachable and knowledge about everything on their menu. We were lucky enough to find SLT about a week after it opened and to be among the first to host an event there for our wedding weekend. Mike went above and beyond to make sure all of our guests felt welcome and we felt like it was a true celebration. The back room was perfect and provided us with both privacy and comfort for our 60-70 guests. The bartenders keep the drinks flowing and really helped bring life to the party with their upbeat attitudes! Highly highly recommend! read more

Amazing spot. The place is clean and has a great vibe. I only sat at the bar for come cocktails and didn't eat the food. I did take a look at the menu that is rather small but some some good items on there. The staff were all nice and pleasant on a Monday evening. I'll be back for sure. read more

I have been here twice. Really nice people work here. Very dog friendly. Lobster roll was awesome!! Really tasty fries as well. Nice outside covered space. Felt very relaxed abd food came quick. Highly recommend read more

Highly recommend! My fiance and I hosted a wedding rehearsal dinner in Silver Light Tavern's back room. The whole experience was great and seamless. Mike and Kristina went above and beyond to make the event feel special and fun, and the booking/setup process was really easy. The food and drinks were delicious and the back room is a really nice space for a private party. We and our guests had a great time. We'll be coming back! read more

Amazing! Mike and the team have done a killer job creating an inviting, warm, and modern space on a quiet residential street in Wburg. The interior is impeccably designed, with a gorgeous horseshoe-shaped bar and plenty of booths, high tops, and seating for every possible group combo. Drinks were amazing also. Tried a few things including the Dandelion Wine (I think that was the name) which was unique and delightful. Didn't get to try the food but the menu looked oh so good. HIGHLY recommend this spot if you live in the area or if you want an excuse to venture to the best part of Brooklyn. Huge props to the team here! Will be back many times. read more

Oh yeah, this is a great quiet, clean, fancy bar. There are many places to sit and they all have different noise levels. You can take a table in the corner, back area, or at the bar right in the middle of everything. The cocktails are so incredible. They're decently priced and unique. We tried a banana bitters cocktail and a pistachio-rimmed cocktail, both of which were delicious and strange. Our waitress was the most incredible human. She was delightful, funny, and interesting. She was always checking on us to make sure we were okay and she was prompt with our orders. We all wanted to be friends with her. Everything is clean and nicely-lit. Every staff member I interacted was kind, considerate, and helpful. The bathrooms were cool. They're all gender-neutral and spotlessly clean. I was so impressed with this place and very happy it opened up. You bet I'll be back! read more

One of the best burgers I've had to date in NYC and that was on a well below 30 degree night. Tender with oozy cheese and cooked to perfection - YUM!! The server made us feel like we were regulars right from the start which is awesome since it was our first time. They made a huge effort to have everything perfect as well. Will be back again and again! read more

The team at Silverlight is the definition of above and beyond. Kristina helped me plan and execute the most perfect baby shower. She was incredibly responsive via email. On the day of the event she was incredibly attentive and so kind and accommodating. She made sure no detail was left unattended. Ben made sure the party had the best hand crafted cocktails! The food was as delicious as ever! We snacked on charcuterie, deviled eggs, and mozzarella sticks followed by an array of entrees off the brunch menu. I can not say enough good things about this team. This team and restaurant create the perfect environment for any event or gathering! My sincerest gratitude again for perfectly executing my vision for this event! read more

Was there on a Thursday evening. Restaurant was mostly empty. Got drinks at the bar and then asked the bartender if we could get a table and order food. Sat and waited...no service. Had to go back to the bar to ask the bartender to send over the server. Server came and we ordered. Throughout the evening we had to flag him down for EVERYTHING! He was distracted and possibly high but who am I to judge, I just want water with my food. The food was meh. Burger was slightly cold, the cheese was a bit hard and not melted. Really hope they can do something about the service. The space is nice although the booth we sat in had lots of stains; would recommend getting the fabric cleaned often read more

I love the food, drinks, and by far the most the people. Guy with the Irish accent was a hoot to talk with. Even followed up with us when he saw us walking by a few hours later. Highly recommend and we will be back read more

Outdoor seating on a quiet block with drinks and snacks outdoors til 10:30 on a Sunday night. Nice people run this place, it's a good place to reconnect with friends or go on your first 6-ft distanced unmasked date during covid-19 pandemic.... check for rain first obviously read more

Classic Neighborhood Tavern Feel w/ Progressive Design and Cuisine. It's hard to find anything not to love about this place. Food is great and diverse with everything from a vegan sloppy joe to a classic burger and everything in between - all very reasonably priced for the neighborhood. Space is beautifully designed but not pretentious. You can tell that someone put a lot of love into this place as every little detail has been thought through. There's also a nice mix of seating. We sat at the bar but there were small tables in the main room with lots of natural light, a big private dining space in the back and outdoor tables on the patio. Service was thoughtful and genuine. Bartenders were happy and attentive while dancing to some good tunes. I went for dinner but will absolutely be back for brunch. read more

GREAT FOR ALL OCCASIONS! We've been going to SLT since it opened. Been there with other couples, groups, with our child, with other fams, etc. They're SUPER inviting and it just really feels like they're treating you like you're their family/friends. We hadn't been since pre-pandemic and this weekend I booked a resy for my partner's bday for him and his friends. They had a blast and were all were so comfortable and well taken care of! Plus the new(ish) outdoor setup is amazing. Shoutout Graham who's our favorite server, and Kristina who's super helpful and accommodating with coordinating our group resy. read more

This place is really transformative and beautiful, in a really interesting location in Williamsburg, and I appreciate how friendly they are. Plates are all small; I had a steak that was rather solid; some other dishes needed salt and seasoning, but weren't bad. Their cocktails don't always hit the mark, surprisingly. It is a limited selection, and occasionally drinks combine flavors like nuttiness and citrus and umami and sugar...that, quite honestly, are horrendous (stay faaaaaar away from the Sal Paradise, holy shit.) This is more a place to get a beer or order a classic cocktail like a martini or old-fashioned that's hard to mess up. They seem to have good intentions, and I'm rooting for this place, but they should look to what local bars like Fresh Kills, Achilles Heel, and Westlight are doing in terms of "mixology". read more

We had a landmark birthday party in early Feb. for my wife in the back room it was fantastic. Great vibe - not too fussy and not too dive-bar. The drinks were great and when the party got going we sparked the disco ball, it was a smashing success. We had about 50 guests, brought in our own DJ, enjoyed their terrific food (schnitzel and sliders plus all four sides - do not skip the shrimp or fired cauliflower). Bar service was quick, their custom cocktails were a hit and they printed up a personalized menu for the tables which was a sweet touch. The staff were easy to deal with before the event and during. To be honest, I was so happy I didn't have to think or sweat too much in advance, they made me feel confident and kept to it. Many people remarked how great the space was, I would recommend to anyone. read more