This place is old school but so cool at the same time. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. I really enjoy this place. The food? Their claim to fame is their hamburger. Not because of how good it is but because of how it's served. Not on your classic bun but on something even more delicious: an English muffin. No other place I know serves a burger like that and you know what? It works. It is so delicious and juicy and just plain good! Been coming here for a long time and will definitely be coming more. It's one of my favorite bars in Brooklyn. read more

Upon entering, you walk through the bar to the dining area in the back. The place was flooded with Bay Ridge locals, you can tell right away this is a real neighborhood spot. The decor is over the top in the best way. Trains running around the ceiling, lights, signs, decorations hanging everywhere. Classic old school tavern feels all the way. The menu is full of classic bar food with great prices. They do use English muffin buns for the burgers which actually works, easy to get to the beef patty. I liked the char on the burger, gave it that smoky grilled bite that hits, but I asked for medium rare and got medium well, so the temperature was overdone, made it a bit dry and less flavorful than I wanted. The cheese slice was thin too, could've used more punch, but flavors still hit. Service was nice and attentive, but kitchen can be slow, so don't come in waiting super hangry. read more

Skinflints - Cheeseburger - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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A classic! Everything is fresh here and cooked with love -- for the customers, for the neighborhood, for the staff, who are as nice and attentive as can be. My chicken piccata was perfection, and my companion found her Cobb salad to be "really delicious" with "excellent dressing." Skinflints: go for the decor, stay for the food, folks, and fun. read more

This is one of the neighborhood's institutions! Meaning, it's been here since forever! They allegedly don't have a happy hour - until January. I never realized how HUGE this place is! You should definitely come for the decor! They decorate for almost all the holidays! Christmas, I think is the best time - my picture doesn't do it justice! Had the zucchini sticks (which is kind alike mozzarella sticks but made w/zucchini) w/this white sauce that was pretty good. Oh and we also had buffalo wings w/extra blue cheese. The drinks, were ok: Martini, White Chocolate Martini (if I remember correctly), and a Malibu and pineapple. The first two drinks were severely over poured that it SPILLED read more

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Came in on a lightly rainy day. My friends and I grabbed a table near the bar and ordered beers and some appetizers. The chili over fries was so good! But what's won be over is the effort in decor. Christmas is all over the walls and ceiling of this place. There's a train that runs above around the bar! And the dining room is even more decked out! I can't wait to go back for a sit down meal. Anyway, the staff was so nice, behind and outside the bar. I was gawking at the dining room and one person was like "you can go inside and look around if you want!" and I felt so shy cuz people were eating I'll be back very soon! read more

Skinflints - Facing the entrance - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I love this place for the holiday decorations and how festive they are but especially all the train shows going around the restaurant. Every thing here is delicious, the prices are unbeatable. Their daily specials are epic. I ordered the strip steak here twice because you just can't beat it at $27! The Mac n cheese and chili wings are also delicious. The expresso martini is yummy. The menu is pretty old fashion and I wouldn't be surprised if this place has been around for decades. The staff is great and they'll let you take pics in front of the decorations. My steak each time was perfect temp, fresh, and eats like butter. Make reservations for dinner. Even on a Monday night this place is over an hour wait and CROWDED! read more

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Fun festive restaurant! We really enjoyed the little decorations. Everywhere you looked, there were new surprises with the decor. As expected, it was packed for a weekend even though it was early for dinner, so we had to wait a while for a seat. Street parking was tricky and we ended up having to park at the garage. The chocolate martini was delicious. We loved the mussels as well. Worth stopping by especially if you are planning to see the Dyker Heights lights read more

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Awesome vibes, very cool mix of people of all ages, cultures & walks of life. Friendly & hardworking staff. Really cool interior. I wish they had better music. The food is reasonably priced, but not great. I also wish they had a German pils. The vibes & the cold beer & really dope interior & crowd good bartender trump all of that, tho. Vibes are really 90% - of everything in life ! read more

Skinflints - In case you had trouble finding it - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

As always absolutely outstanding service and the most amazing food for the best prices! Skinflints going strong. read more

Skinflints - American Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Party of 6 after a block of halloween festivities on 5th ave. was seated pretty quickly . They brought us a bread basket and one of the breads had walnuts and cranberry omg delicious . 3 of us got burgers they did mess up on one of them with the cheese but not a big deal. They had a kids meal which is great when you have kids . My husband raves about the mashed potatoes. Beautiful decor. Nice family friendly place. read more

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Local neighborhood hang it seems. Went to see the famous holiday house and stopped by skintight with some teenagers. The teenagers felt overwhelmed because it is a pub..but once we were seated in the back it was very family oriented. We ordered apps and a steak dinner..drank Shirley temples and hard drinks for the adults. The drinks were priced well and really good.our food was regular pub fare. Service was friendly and efficient. It was great seeing the resturant decorated in valentine decor. Cute for a casual date read more

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Skinflints has a fun and festive scheme of decor, complete with blinky lights and Christmas trains, to match the famously decked out homes nearby in Dyker Heights. As such, the establishment has a neighborhood bar atmosphere but also attracts tourists from at least as far as Alabama, from a conversation I overheard between a drawling table and their server. Service was rather quick and methodical, and my hot drink and steak au poivre were well received. My boyfriend liked his ribeye also, so it was a pleasant night out for us, at his recommendation, I might add (he had been enchanted by the bar during a per-chance visit while observing the lights with friends from out of town a week prior). read more

Skinflints - Steak au poivre, French fries - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Been craving a burger and Skinflints ribs and they absolutely delivered. The bacon cheeseburger was stacked high and packed with flavor--crispy bacon, melted cheese, and a perfectly seasoned patty that was juicy in every bite. The fries were spot-on too: golden, crisp, and the kind you keep snacking on even when you're full. Then came the ribs... fall-off-the-bone tender with a rich, smoky glaze that hit every note just right. Paired with creamy mashed potatoes, it was the kind of plate that makes you pause mid-bite just to appreciate it. The appetizers set the tone for an amazing meal. The mozzarella sticks were everything you want them to be--crispy on the outside with that perfect cheese pull on the inside. They came out hot and delicious. The coconut shrimp was just as impressive. Light, crunchy, and coated in just the right amount of sweet coconut, had a great mix of flavor. The dipping sauce brought it all together. Overall, an incredible meal--hearty, satisfying, and worth every bite. I'd go back in a heartbeat. Service was amazing and the place looked like a bar you'd find at the North Pole. read more

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The best ribs I had in Bay Ridge! The service was good and the atmosphere is always cozy and comfortable. A great neighborhood restaurant to meet up with family and friends for a casual lunch or dinner with reasonable prices. read more

Good local food and drinks! My friends and I stopped by here on a random stop by in bay ridge based on their cute love decor on the outside. It was a bustling Friday and we had a short wait for our table so we got some drinks and sat at a bar table. The decor in here is phenomenal, I mean they must spend all their time and efforts to making this place an experience. We got seated at our table and I was constantly amazed at the trains and other decorations for bday. I definitely got some cute pics. The food was really good. I had the steak with loaded potato and veggies. The veggies were cooked to perfection and the steak and mushrooms as well. This is definitely a good date night, family dinner or friends hangout spot. read more

Skinflints - Wings and fries - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Food is great.Service sucks.Got rushed today to place my order.Waitress was rushing us to place the order,every time I took my eyes off of her she just said ."What else? and what else? And What else?Can you let me breathe and ask a question???Then a waiter came and took my mother's plate when she was dipping her fries in the ketchup.Like excuse me?My mother is 76 years old.Then the guy came back and asked my friend if he can take her full plate..This Happened twice and the third Times she snapped at the waiter.It is a Friday afternoon middle of happy hours and probably needed place for the drinkers instead of the eaters.It was a very disrespectful service.Ambiance is great,food is good.Stop making ppl uncomfortable to make them leave. read more

The food there is terrific and so is the service. They make a great burger any way you like it. The atmosphere is relaxed and cordial. Have to go again. read more

Cool Christmas decorations! They did a great job decorating the bar! The ribs were very tasty! Had the burger which was good. When ordering the burger it is a build your own type burger. Have to tell them everything you want on the burger. read more

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No fuss American diner that serves delicious food. The drinks were delicious, and the country sole that I got was hearty and flavorful and perfectly cooked. Service was lovely, and the vibe of the place has that quiet hum of happy customers. Very comfortable and will definitely be back. read more

Skinflints is an oldie but definitely a goodie. When I go there it's always a great time. I always go with my family and it's like being in your own living room. The welcome is always felt and the servers do an amazing job. The food is nothing short but a sure shot. Everything is always fresh and delicious. You can never go wrong when you visit this place. I would most definitely recommend for a great meal. They also have a bar which seems lively in the front. read more

It is more like a 3.5 than a four star review. Unfortunately due to the fact I cannot give half stars, this is what I have to work with. The burger is of a good size, but it is a little dry and needs more than just lettuce and tomato to bring out the flavor. The cheese draping is nice, and the fries are fresh and taste good, but they do not quite make up for the lack of seasoning this burger needs. I do like the English muffin as a bun. That works incredibly well. I would also recommend adding a fried egg as a topping. That with the English muffin and any burger would make this a burger I would get almost every weekend. The prices are fair too, considering if I were in Manhattan that this is easily a $20 burger. For lunch, it is passable. read more

Skinflints - Provolone Burger - A burger with a fried egg on top, served alongside a portion of French fries, tomato slices, and lettuce on a white plate. The burger bun appears toasted, and the egg is cooked sunny-side up. The fries are golden and crispy, and the tomato and lettuce add fresh elements to the plate. The setting includes a green table and a clear glass nearby. - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Skinflints is incredibly beautiful. The location goes above and beyond with its decor. We went right after Christmas and it just seemed like there was a Santa in every window. We were seated quickly in the back dining area for lunch and ordered drinks and the French Onion Soup, Potato Skins and the Chicken Pot Pie. Drinks arrived quickly and the chicken pot pie was defiantly made from scratch straight out of the oven with some lovely puff pastry. I was a bit surprised about the French onion soup. It defiantly seemed to be made with chicken broth rather than beef and wasn't as flavorful as some French onion soups I've had elsewhere. The potato skins had veleta rather than cheddar and were fine. I was surprised by the service. Our server was able to pick up and drop our food rather quickly but then vanished for a really long time. We were able to finish all of our food and we watched as several people were sat with no attention for over 15 minutes and a few people were waiting to just get change before leaving. Closing out the bill was incredibly slow. Its was a nice atmosphere and I'll probably come back and just sit at the bar. I'm sure someone called out. I do wish the menu had more vegetarian options. read more

Skinflints - Chicken pot pie, potato skins, French onion soup - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

During Christmas time the hostess should not lie. Our party was told there would be about an hour wait which was expected. After an hour we were told they were waiting for another large group (10) to get there to be seated even though our group were all there. She said she had "no idea" when they would arrive. She then rudely added she couldn't guarantee us a table. Since they don't take reservations a wait is expected and fine. Just don't lie and make us wait over an hour only to be told she can't get us a table. So we left. Won't go back. read more

Skinflints isn't the most appetizing name, but don't let that deter you from enjoying the establishment. It's part dive bar, Irish pub, sports bar, and vintage restaurant. You can watch the game up front with a rowdier crowd or have a lovely sit down in the back dining room. The food is great at reasonable prices. The service is attentive and friendly. The space is intimate with dim incandescent lighting and stain glass windows, but also eclectic with a miniature train running around a chandelier. The burgers come on English muffins. The zucchini sticks and fish n chips are crispy and not greasy and come with a hearty helping of tartar sauce. The shepherd's pie comes piping hot and will warm your soul on a cold night. read more

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A while back Good Morning New York voted Skinflints "Best Burger" in Brooklyn. being a native of Dyker Heights, I knew that this establishment makes a great burger. However, I wondered if it matched up to places like the Redhook Tavern. I must say, after trying the burger a few times it not only matches up. It exceeds. The beef blend is perfect, the execution spot on, the English is the signature. Fries were also terrific and stood up to this masterpiece I should also say the beer list was excellent, and my Brooklyn Lager (on tap) was fresh and super cold . Bravo to skinflints for, not only producing a tremendous version of an American staple, but in doing so for decades. read more

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This was such a beautiful place to visit with someone special. They went all out with the ambiance and decor. The food was decent, but nothing extraordinary. read more

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It's been a while since I've stopped in here, but had one of the best, and most fulfilling brunch meals I've had in a long time. Huevo Rancheros. From top to bottom it was almost perfect, from the fresh sliced avocado to the eggs, beans, and perfectly crispy tortilla on the bottom. The brunch special includes one booze breakfast drink, and also a side of home fries that were also delicious and ample in serving size. read more

Great place for kids due to all the decorations and food choices for them. The steak and burger were overcooked.

I wish they would adopt me so I could eat here for free forever. The pricing is sensible and the quality satisfies. The food amount and cost align perfectly. The staff's quick responses enhanced our meal. We expect to try more dishes here shortly. read more

I really don't understand. I was there with five people for brunch and I felt like it was 120° inside the restaurant. What in the world are they doing? No air conditioning I have a feeling they really are going downhill. And yes, the food is good, but sometimes it's also a hit and miss on their food so please just say the truth read more

Beautifully decorated for Christmas. A must to come and see. It was nice and crowded but cozy- we were able to catch a seat at the bar. Service was great. Bartenders were friendly and calm despite the crowd. Burger was good and short ribs were even better - food is solid. I wish they had drink menu for cocktails and beer. No seasonal drinks. I think room to improve is here but nonetheless they Deserve 5 stars. read more

I love the vibe of this place especially during the holidays with a floating train, giant Christmas soldier, ornaments and lights decorated through the restaurant/pub. Such a lively atmosphere with a great pour. Lots of beer on draft and cocktails to be made. Food is really good and not a bad price. My favorites are the mussels, French dip sandwich, and pasta. Calamari is ok , portion wasn't too big. Lovely staff and lots of cheers. This place gets packed on the weekends. If it's warmer out, they have a lot of outdoor seating. read more

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I have been going to Skinflints for decades. Cheeseburger on an English muffin with a slice of raw onion and ketchup is perfection. Don't ever change the menu. read more

Had a blast coming here after seeing the Dyker Heights Lights last month! I was hoping to eat here before the lights, but it was PACKED. When we eventually got back, we were told we should've stayed but that wasn't clear when they took our number, either way they were nice about it and sat us. Here's what we tried: - French Onion Soup: super hot, cheesy, and flavorful! Exactly what I expected it to be, a little messy but 5 stars here - Mushroom Burger: very meaty and very tall which is great for some but not for me. The burger was on the dry side and wasn't all that memorable, I took a couple bites and took my leftovers home. Came with a side of fries. I had read the burgers here were great but I wish I stuck with my gut and ordered fish & chips! 2 stars. - Bean Burger: they were out of impossible patties for the night so M went with a bean burger! He finished it, it wasn't as tall and dry looking as mine. Unknown stars! Looking around, the burgers and other appetizers were definitely popular. The main long hallway gets pretty rowdy, I'm glad we were seated in a quieter side room. I loved that the place was decked out in Christmas lights, there was even a moving train! Overall seems like a great local spot for casual drinks/affordable dining out, check it out if you're in the area. read more

Went on Christmas eve at about 5pm and there was no wait. Decorations are very over the top but in the best way. Towards the end of our meal it got very crowded and service started to get slow but it was expected for the day so we weren't complaining. Our server was doing his best and was as attentive as possible. The food all came out piping hot. Coconut shrimp was somehow the favorite of the night. The chicken pot pie was highly recommended and the presentation was great but could use more seasoning. About halfway through it gets pretty bland. I'm definitely willing to come back to see other seasonal decorations and maybe try some other food read more

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Best Hamburgers in Brooklyn great bartender's and their food is amazing.Also try the Chicken Pot Pie. Great Menu read more

Skinflints - A plate of food on a dark wooden bar counter includes a burger with lettuce, tomato, and a bun, along with fries topped with ketchup and a side of vegetables. A glass of water with a straw and a bottle of Heinz ketchup are also on the counter. The background shows a bar with numerous bottles of alcohol illuminated by green lights, and a window reflecting the street outside. - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Absolute staple and gem in the bay ridge neighborhood. Friendly staff, great bartenders, clean atmosphere, superb ambiance and most importantly....AMAZING FOOD! You can't go wrong with your wonderful choice!!!!! A+++++++++++ all the way! read more

I love going here. Ive been going here since i was a kid. The decor is always so cute and cozy. The chicken scampi is amazing. I always get it with Mashed potatoes with a side order of sautéed vegetables. Their breadsticks with butter that they give before the food comes out are tasty as well. Great date spot. Get a seat at the back read more

Went for lunch on Saturday with friends. Have been there quite a few times and must say always satisfied with the food. Service is good menu has a lot nice options to choose from but not a crazy amount .We had burgers ,Rubens and shrimp cocktails and everything was very tasty. My one recommendation is they must work on their restrooms that's nothing to brag about. read more

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What a fun and funky place! The bread basket is 1000 X better than any other restaurant. The food was delicious-- I had a chopped salad with chicken and cheese. It was delicious. I have not had a hamburger there, but it was just my first time. I have been told that the hamburgers are the best. Additionally, they're open very late and the prices are extremely reasonable. The servers were lovely and charming and attentive. read more