The food no is good. I was completely hungry and I wanted something to eat. I ordered barbecue wings and chicken wings. The food was under par. I was the order fries were overcooked and burnt. Not happy with this experience. read more

First, let me start off by saying that I've been coming here for 30 years. I do like the place. Basic food, neighborhood ambience. Nice staff. Now, the issue that prompts me to rate it 3 stars. I ordered a Cobb salad. I've ordered this many times before. I say this so that you know that I know what constitutes a Cobb salad. The waiter presented me with a house salad with chicken strips on top. I politely told the waiter that this was not a Cobb salad. He insisted that it was. I told him that a Cobb salad has bacon, hard boiled eggs and blue cheese. This salad had lettuce, tomato, olives and chicken. Again, he insisted that the salad was correct. He said "that's how they make it". He offered to bring me a side order of bacon and hard boiled eggs. I said no, refused to eat the salad and instead ordered a hamburger. Instead of French fries, I asked for a side salad. Guess what I got? The same salad minus the chicken. Then, most of the lights went out, in what I assume was mood lighting. Now, I've been in restaurants where the lights are dimmed, but this was ridiculous. We couldn't see the food. We asked that the lights be turned on, or at least "lightened". We were told no. The manager wanted it that way. We asked to see the manager. We never saw the manager. Lastly, the other entree ordered was fried shrimp. Biggest shrimp I've ever seen, but the batter was so thick and oily that it was not good. All in all, not a good food experience. read more

Coziest spot in the neighborhood on the coldest of days. Also, have you ever seen a French onion soup that was this beautiful? read more

Skinflints - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

When this craving hits, it REALLY hits!!! To be honest, I have not tried many things on the menu because I just stick to what I like.. Bacon cheeseburger with their tangy bbq sauce, medium & their delicious fries -- YUM! Gets me every time! read more

Delicious food a lot of variety. Neighborhood staple for sure. Service is usually good depending on when you go one of the servers are not very friendly tho but it's okay ! read more

I loved the decor. Looks like you walked back in time. The service was very good, but the good was only ok. I got the Shepard's pie, but it was not Shepard's pie. It was beef stew smothered in mashed potato. Definitely none of the traditional ingredients I'm used to cooking it with and tasting. It wasn't BAD... but it wasn't what you expect. I also wish they had a traditional buffalo wing. The pecan pie is super though! I'd come again to try something else for sure. read more

The food can be described as "good". The ambiance appears unchanged from 50 years ago with wooden chairs that are flimsy and uncomfortable. NOTE TO MANAGEMENT: You shouldn't need a PhD in Statistics and Operations Research to understand that a single unisex toilet is inadequate for full bar / restaurant of 200+ people. INSANITY. read more

Skin Flints is a Bay Ridge institution. I always make a point to visit when I return to my hometown, and they have yet to disappoint me. This place is "old Bay Ridge", which I really like seeing as how gentrification and hipster nation is overtaking just about all of Brooklyn. Darkly lit, Brooklyn accents, an old time decor /bar.....and the best cheddar burger you'll ever have! Josh is an awesome bartender as well! I mentioned I was born in Bay Ridge and he was quick to engage me in conversation about the Giants playoffs chances :) That kind of personal interaction and neighborhood feel sets a much better atmosphere than a craft beard with a home hum attitude ignoring you while he checks his Instagram. Do yourself a favor, if you are ever in Bay Ridge, try Skin Flints. Top to bottom enjoyable!! read more

Cool pub.....its friendly all around staffs.I had heard some good news about their sandwiches so decided to pop in....lols. but its just your regular neighborhood pub with a twist of Really good sandwiches and strong pinot noir:) read more

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I NEVER WRITE reviews but had to write this one. Went to Skinflints on St. Patty's day. The place was packed. We ordered the corned beef special. It was without a doubt the best corned beef I ever ate. The dish was packed with corned beef, potatoes, carrots and cabbage. Everything was cooked to perfection. Tasty, tender and delicious. The owner frequently checked the tables and made sure everyone was satisfied. The staff was great as well. Its difficult to please three women but we left there happy and full. read more

You know you're in a good burger place when: a) your clothing sticks to the furniture and, b) the wait staff is inattentive at best. You guessed it. This establishment fulfills the requirements. Delicious hamburgers and fries. Does it warrant a special trip out to a Bay Ridge to eat at a glorified dive? Of course not. Is it a great place to go have a few beers and a big burger cooked to your liking? Yes. I wholeheartedly endorse this place. read more

To the wah wahs (cry babies) who gripe that Skinflints is stuck in the past and needs to be renovated, talk about missing the point. If the owners are reading this-don't you dare change a thing. Wall to wall dark wood interior, stained glass windows and vintage chandeliers provide Skinflints with a cozy feel, like being in the den of a B&B in New England that has stood the test of time. And it has. Skinflints first became an ice cream parlor in 1915 before eventually becoming a restaurant a few decades later. Festively decorated for Xmas, Skinflints makes a good stop after seeing the lights in nearby Dyker Heights during the holidays. The restaurant is right past the bar. Hearty American food is the mainstay. My filling chicken pot pie was buttery with a flaky crust. My friends french dip was large and her mashed potatoes were well seasoned. My other friend was not too thrilled with his Shepherd's pie, but I think that had less to do with it's flavor and more to do with coveting my pot pie, he too, had almost ordered. It could have used more potatoes but it was still a decent dish. Supposedly, there's a backyard which I failed to see. Service was attentive and prompt. And drum rolls please, tatatata tatatata tatatata tatatata-a bottle of wine is only $16. I'll end on that important note. read more

At this point, the other Yelpers have pretty much nailed the review of this place. For good measure, let's rundown the stats. 1. Burgers that Kick ass. 2. Friendly wait staff, but can tend to disappear. 3. The outdoor seating in the back is nice surprise for a dingy bar. 4. The bartenders make good black and tans. Yep, that pretty much rounds out this review. read more

Still a strong favorite in the Ridge. One setback, I hope hipsters go elsewhere. Listen no vaping, no ugly tattoos on pale skin allowed, ugly clothes , no pets inside and non nyc accents. ( great burger) read more

I can sum up my Skinflints culinary experience in one sentence. -- They put cheez wiz on my burger. -- This a testament to the overall quality and taste of their food. WHO PUTS CHEEZ WIZ ON A BURGER? Come on. ETA: I need to add that I just read over the glorious reviews of this place and I'd like to remove the crackpipes out of the mouths of people who think Skinflints serves the best burger in Brooklyn. Venture out people. read more

Gah! This is such a hard review to write. Skinflints is an institution in Bay Ridge. It's a place where lots of great memories are made, and holds fast when everything else around you seems to be changing before your eyes. But.... I just don't think their burgers are all that great. I don't know what kind of cheese they use but the chedder I had the other night had a terribly gritty texture. I just ... no... cheese isn't suppose to be like that. It's not. And my burger was cooked well over what I asked for. Still, the mediocre burger doesn't take away from the charm of the restaurant (complientary bread baskets, hodge podge decor), or the friendliness of the staff. And I would gladly head back to sip a beer or throw back a glass of wine, I just won't ever order another burger. read more

Always a great late night meal if you live around Bayridge with no food in the house for the night, or maybe just drinking in the neighborhood and pondering about a good grub at a very odd late hour. It's not easy to come by a Brooklyn bar that has good food either. My top favorite must get when I'm here: French onion soup to start. A chicken pot pie to share- the crust is baked with a crossiant dough on top; soo light, flaky, and crispy plus the fillings are hearty! Half a rack of BBQ baby back ribs w/ your choice of fries or vegetable sides - these are ALWAYS tenderly falling off the bone Their burgers on English muffin ain't too shabby as well. Service tonight was awfully slow. I understand it's late, it's boring, but we just came in. Check up on us a little here and there, instead of hiding in your little booth instagraming on your phone... so I don't have to constantly get up my seat and walk all the way to you to keep asking for stuff. read more

Best cheddar burger in the world! I have no idea what their cheddar is made out of ( I actually asked, they said it is a mix of a few things but could not tell me the secret) but man is it delicious. I had a friend say " it looks a little like cheese whiz." Could not be more wrong. This cheese is amazingly delicious, salty, hearty and every other food drooly word in the world. You won't be disappointed in getting a chedder burger- I am partial to the bacon cheddar but the mushroom cheddar is fantastic as well. Get it! read more

Skinflints, is one of those places that I wish I, 1. Lived closer to 2. Wish I knew about it sooner 3. IF I lived closer they'd know my name there. With that all being said, this is a great old school bar/restaurant serving up some simple but really good pub grub. The classics are all there, the really good burger, an awesome french dip, nice steak sandwiches and hand cut non frozen fries are a huge plus! I had come here with some friends and was forewarned by them that the service can be spotty at times but the food/atmosphere makes up for it... The service was actually very good, our friends agreed. The atmosphere is like walking back into a old bar/inn circa 1920 something. They've got the lighting right too! It's dim without being dark, always a favorite of mine. Overall very good simple bar food, great atmosphere and a great crowd. A must if you're in the area. read more

We were sat quickly but waited about ten minutes before someone asked if we'd been helped, to which we said no. Went and grabbed our server who came back and took our order promptly. I got a bacon cheeseburger, my friend got a sliced steak sandwich. Food takes about 30 minutes to come out, it's not busy. My burger came without the top bun. I asked if this was how it was served, a different server came and told me no it's not and she'll go grab the other bun. My friends sliced steak sandwich came not sliced but whole, and also without a top. When we asked our server he said "it's an open faced sandwich, so it's supposed to come like that." Okay...both of us ordered our meat medium rare, it came medium to medium well. The meat was flavorless. No seasoning, not even salt. It was just cooked ground beef. The steak wasn't much better. After we were finished the waiter disappeared and we never saw him again, my friend had to go inside to pay as we just wanted to leave. A very disappointing and bad meal. Will not be back. read more

Bay Ridge is a neighborhood full of history and home; Skinflints is a reflection of that. Still standing in its original location after so many years, that itself is enough to induce curiosity. Nothing here is bad--and everything here spells "you're home" from the comfort food to the casual bar-and-beer scene. My two must-have recommendations are the burgers and the chicken pot pie. The burger is sandwiched between a huge toasted English muffin and is undoubtedly one of the dishes that put Skinflints on the map. Its juicy, large, and well...on an English Muffin! Who could ask for more?! Their chicken pot pie is in a league of its own. Pot pie is my favorite comfort food, and Skinflints has one of the BEST I've ever had. Steaming hot chicken as you break open the crust that is layered as high as it is flaky. Heavy yet heavenly, this pot pie is something that will keep you coming back. Skinflints is a restaurant that commands respect and appropriately so. Definitely a place that has earned its place in all of Bay Ridge's hearts! read more

What do you wanna eat? This question torments someone like me but when in Bay Ridge, the choice is simple - Skinflints! You walk into a bar at midnight and end up in a dimly lit restaurant. The kitchen stays open til 1am during the week - score! The restaurant is divided into sections, sorta like cliques. You have the main room, for those that want to dine and still see what is going on in the bar (Irishmen and a bunch of firefighters). You have the upper part of the main room in the back, more of the date spot, you're above everyone, lots of gaudy decorations to make fun of to help the conversation flow. Last, you have the side room the one closest to the kitchen, so if you are very hungry and don't really want to be seen sit here. Enough about the ambiance, it's all about the food! Every table gets the basket of bread-sticks, crackers, rolls, and butter (at dinner time at least). There are two must dishes one must try & one is a soup! If you think you don't like French Onion Soup, I dare you to try it here. This is one of the only places I know that the cheese is throughout the entire soup, not just on the top layer. It also spills all over the crock pot it's served in. The second is the burger. Huge, juicy, over-sized burger on a crunchy English muffin! Pick your cheese, choose your topping, and hopefully say MEDIUM - and congratulations you have now just ordered Brooklyn's best burger! Instead of the fries, I like to go for the mashed potatoes so the big pieces of meat that I couldn't fit in my mouth (yeah um I swear I didn't mean it like that) from the burger now get to be enjoyed in delicious mashed potatoes. Sure they have more than just burgers, shrimp entrees, ribs, the works (all at reasonable prices) but get serious, if you come here, you must get the burger! read more

I asked for American Cheese on my burger and I got cheese wiz, I had no idea any respectable business outside of Philadelphia actually used cheese wiz. The burger was overcooked and dry, the only good thing about it was the onions. CHEESE WIZ IS NOT MEANT TO BE EATEN BY REAL PEOPLE. read more

I am told this place is a landmark of Bay Ridge...it sure does look like it's been around a long time. Has a real "Cheers" vibe to it. Very traditional bar and grill in both decor and menu. You won't find any culinary masterpieces, mixology cocktails, or craft beers. What you will find are very reasonable prices, juicy burgers served on big English muffins (I like mine with bleu cheese and bacon), homemade French fries, and similarly decent bar grub. Again, expect absolutely nothing but the basics. Nonetheless, the basics are done well here. read more

our local friends in the neighborhood suggested this place for dinner before a night of random shenanigans. it's a descent pub with descent selection of beer. since i'm not too keen on bar foods and they have an extensive list of burgers, i just went with their salmon burger served on english muffin (approx $14). the burger is served with fries or you can request for mashed. had a pint of light beer with my salmon burger and that was enough to fuel the rest of my evening. the service was good, the ambiance cute, i only rate it a 3 stars because i thought the price was slightly too high for just a burger and i dont like how close the tables are, where you almost feel like you're dining with strangers next to you. but i guess that comes with a "pub" environment. read more

Skinflints - Salmon burger on English muffin - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My friend suggested this place when I was in need of comfort food, it definitely hit the spot! I ordered the french onion soup; it is the definition of comfort food. It was delicious, comforting, and had a ridiculous amount of cheese on top! We also split a half portion of ribs and they just fell off the bones. Really glad I was introduced to this place because I'll definitely be a regular. read more

Skinflints - French onions soup... That cheese tho! - American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This is one of my favorite places for dinner and a beer or two. Aesthetically, it's your typical Irish pub. It's never very crowded and getting a seat at the bar (keep in mind the time that I go; I've seen other reviewers say it can get very packed) is easy. There's always old-time regulars and they are happy and friendly. The bartenders are attentive and nice. I like this place because I can catch up with a friend and actually hear what they are saying or I can go by myself and read a book while I eat. I always feel very comfortable here. Standard beer selection and AMAZING food. Their chicken potpie is to die for; they load it with meat and vegetables, the crust is delicious, and it's cooked to perfection; it comes out steaming hot and smelling it makes it so difficult for me to wait for it to cool off. If I had to describe my kind of comfort food, this would be it. I also love their burgers and mashed potatoes; I've tried many things from there menu and have never been dissatisfied, but those are my favorites. Skinflints isn't the type of bar I'd go to for a night out, but it's definitely my go-to spot for a weekday afternoon/early evening. read more

Skinflints is difficult to describe--like many Bay Ridge institutions; it is filled with quirks; inconsistencies; all manner of "this is the way we've always done it, so that's how we keep doing it" - type of thinking. Its a tired, wheezy old joint; its been around for a God-damned long time and thus really depends on a lot on people who love it for simply staying exactly the same. If it didn't have these loyalists, I'm not convinced it would survive. Basically, it tries to be "all things to all people"--with the least amount of effort (again, like every place in Bay Ridge does). The result is that it does almost no "one thing" really well. Clientele(for example): if you arrive early on a Friday the place is filled with blue-haired seniors; and then within an hour it is trying to be a singles hotspot; with chicks swanked out in their best midriff-baring tops. But then what cramps that scene will be groups of fat, sloppy, cap-wearing, jersey-wearing, "sports nuts" tramping in all sweaty, to 'watch the game' for happy hour. Service: energetic and trying hard, *most of the time* --but frequently capable of complete breakdowns in courtesy and customer handling. There are many horror stories about the waitstaff suddenly becoming intractable and confrontational. Meanwhile, the barstaff (off-duty FDNY) are much better; pro bartenders who offer adequate buy-backs and reliable courtesy. Another issue: the utter lack of good music. Seriously, they have a sound system programmed to cycle through every puke Top-40 song of the last 5 years. Until they do something about their music; no one will ever take this place seriously as a night-spot. Decor: standard 'antique English pub' style rife throughout Bay Ridge but in this case it actually does have all original woodwork and tiled floor. However, this is perhaps what accounts for the faint smell of age-old vomit, stale beer, and musty urine which greets your nostrils as you enter the front door. It won't ruin your meal, but it is a definite 'signature smell of Skinflints'. YellowHook Grill has it too, FYI. Finally, let's get at the food. SF's is renowned for several dishes more than others. For example, the much-touted burger. Yeah sure, it might somehow be an acceptable burger --for some people--its thick and juicy--but they insist on serving it on an ENGLISH MUFFIN. And that makes it a joke. It just doesn't work --not more than once, for the novelty. Why do people keep ordering it? Mystifying! Next: the pork ribs. If you've never had authentic, genuine ribs from any other source then yes--you may think these are the most wonderful ribs you've ever tasted The meat literally does 'fall off the bone'. But proper ribs don't do that, and as soon as you try proper ribs --ones which aren't smothered in gobs of sauce--then you will understand that these ribs at SF are actually the corny old "1970s style ribs" that no one makes anymore. Get it? Skinflint's is in a 1970's time machine (and will they *ever* change the oil painting behind the espresso machine??) I come now to a sincere and heartfelt 'prop' and 'kudo'--the very much neglected and unsung CHICKEN POT PIE. Folks, this is a bonafide TREAT and really the best item on the entire menu. It goes above and beyond the standard pub fare (which SF's offers in every other category). If they lose this dish they lose everything. Its wonderful on a cold or snowy night. So toasty and filling; a really gorgeous meal. On that note, I'm ending my review. Skinflint's ought not be a #1 destination for an evening out in Bay Ridge; but as a #2 or #3 destination it is perfectly fine. I'd hate to see it ever close; but I know it will never be anything more than what it is now. read more

Highly disappointed with the service at Skinflints today. What should have been a 40 minute meal turned into almost 2 hours. Our waiter pretty much disappeared, and then when we finally got to place our order, I ordered my burger very well done. It came, and it was still pink inside. The fries weren't even seasoned. Just disappointment after disappointment. I used to visit this place quite frequently, and now I'll ensure that I never return. read more

Ok...... Delicious Burger. PERIOD. BEST Bar Tenders around! Tom was our bartender, he was a doll.... Love this Bay Ridge hangout....We'll be back for sure!!! read more

Used to be our fave in Bay Ridge, pre-covid. Went there recently with my wife and had a nice dinner until the end. A friend of some of the waiters, a guy who appeared to be drunk, named Nicky, showed up and was hugging the waiters and hanging out with them with no mask on. He was also blocking the sidewalk as he hung out with no mask, for a while. When we were paying the check, we tipped 25% because we love this place, but we said something about this guy who was not wearing a mask and blocking the sidewalk, and the waiters brushed it off as the drunk guy started yelling and cursing at us. Now we are never going back. read more

I've been coming to Skinflints off and on for years. Every time I make it back to this place, I always say to myself "why don't I come here more often?" This place screams Bay Ridge. It's been around for what seems like forever. I've had burgers, steaks, fish, and my favorite, the ribs! I've never once been disappointed. The ribs fall right off the bone and have a great taste to them. They're prob the best Bay Ridge has to offer. They also have a full bar and they always have something new on tap. The prices are really affordable and the service is good too. If you live in Bay Ridge, you've probably been here. If you're not from around here and you're looking for some place to grab a beer and something to eat, look no further. read more

Good ol' Irish bar service, with real personalities and no BS. Hearty food made to order. You want blood? You get blood! I admit, I was hesitant to hit up a typical sounding bar spot, but this place proved me wrong. I'd certainly like to eat here again. read more

Probably the best happy hour in Bay Ridge. $5 appetizers, $4 mixed drinks and $3-4 beers. Cant go wrong with this place.

Greeting- no Vibe- smells like a college frat house. Eat outside for fresh air Service- very good Bathroom- horrible- the worst one yet Parking- good luck Food Good burger on an English muffin. Great fries fresh cut $9 Dessert Skip the mess they call chocolate mouse pie WIGB? No its gross inside read more

This place is great. It has a beautiful outside, and the burgers are delicious. It's been awhile since I've been here last. But I'm definitely do to go again. read more

Went tonight, group of the 4. Everyone ordered a burger, I veered and order the chicken pot pie. Seen it in the past.looked good. Dining room not crowded and pot pie came out Cold! Crust and pot pie cold. Flagged down a waiter, said it's cold he responded what can I get you. Went for a burger. The rest of my guests were done a watched me eat. Huge turn off. Left half my food. Flagged down a waiter for a check, mind you not crowded and he presented the check with a disclaimer that the cold chicken pot pie is not his fault. Dont think I will be going back. Btw he got a 10% tip. Not right! read more

Yummy yummy, Skinflints!! I've been here a few times when my aunt and I don't know what to eat, it's our go-to place especially since it's a few blocks away from her apartment. She finally took me there after raving about it over and over again. The first thing I noticed was the decor. It's got that old time saloon thing going on and looks like it hasn't been updated in a while, obviously to keep the whole vintage thing going on. The food is good, definitely not the best burgers in town, but its kept me coming back a few times more. I love how their burgers are served on english muffins! I've never had a burger served on a muffin so that was really a new experience for me. They're not cheap on the fries either. I can't stand when a burger joint gives 5 fries or less, not cool! But Skinflints definitely gives you a whopping portion adding the second "yummy" in my first sentence. I took a star away for the service. Jesus this place is SLOWWWWW. The staff is very nice and super talkative, but not in an annoying way. But every time I come here, it literally takes forever to get some food. And a drink I might add. I ordered a water once and it took the waitress 25 minutes to get it to me blahhh. Overall, Skinflints is a pretty chill place to eat and the burgers are very good...I don't know what everyone is talking about! Oh and also, the bar can get VERY loud....even on dead days. I came here on a Monday afternoon around 1pm and I had to scream over the people in the bar to have a decent conversation with a friend. But, hey! Can't knock drunk people! They're funny :) read more

Went 3x in the past 2 months. Food and service were great!!!

Best bar ever. If youre ever in bayridge this is the place for a drink also the coconut shrimp are a must. Happy hour drinks are pretty decent and the bartenders are super friendly and recommend pretty neat drinks. Good vibes in this place. read more