What a beautiful space! This spot is very well decorated and the staff is super friendly. We just popped in for some quick drinks but tried the nut mix which was delicious. I got an amaretto sour which is my usual, and they went very traditional and even did some cute hearts on top! Fabulous! My only complaint was that for the place not being busy at the time, it really took way too long for things to come out. 15-20+ minutes for drinks. They do offer water which was nice. read more

Sweet Polly - amaretto sour - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I'm a fan of good balanced cocktail. I got that right here. I've been here a few times and haven't been disappointed. Super cute for a date or a catch up w/ your people. I've had the following cocktails and always left happy w/ a slight sideways walk. LOL - Hard Candy - Rainy Day Bramble - Negroni ( of course) and any other gin cocktail They have snacks...I've had the deviled eggs, they're okay and the kale and artichoke dip, tasty Service was great every time I went. Definitely check it out! read more

Sweet Polly - Can't remember...but it's a gin cocktail. It was great! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The first time I went to this bar, I stopped by for a quick drink with a coworker and it was quiet, and the service was good. This last time that I went, it was the opposite. I'll start with the service, the waitress we had was overly pushing drinks. It felt like every other minute she was coming back to us to ask us if we wanted to order another drink or if we were done with our drinks. We didn't end up ordering any food because the menu was limiting and didn't seem appetizing. The bar itself is not that big. They have tables in the front, but then the actual bar is pretty narrow. They do have a bathroom upstairs and downstairs. At night, they have mood lighting and it's very dark. read more

Sweet Polly - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I met a friend here the other night for drinks and appetizers. We got there at 6pm and missed the happy hour which looked good. HH included $2 oysters, wines for $10 and a selection of cocktails. We ended up ordering a glass of Blanc de Blanc from the Finger Lakes ($16) for me and a hot toddy for my friend. We shared the baked kale and artichoke dip. The server was nice enough but I think she forgot to put in our appetizer order because it took too long to get to us and we had to ask her about it. The place is dark and cozy. Perfect for a rainy night. However, it was incredibly loud in the first hour we were there. Three people at the bar were talking and we could hear the din from where we were sitting. Not great acoustics! Once they left, the noise died down. A good standby but I'm not sure I would go back anytime soon. read more

Sweet Polly - Baked artichoke dip and Blanc de Blanc - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This downtown BK sultry sweet spot has become a favorite of mine when I'm visiting friends in Brooklyn. It's close to Barclays but far away enough from the pre-show crowds that fill up the nearby sports bars, a short walk to the Atlantic Avenue LIRR terminal as well as my friend's place on Bergen St. It's small and the first time I was here, my friend arrived first around 6:30, right after happy hour ends at 6, so it was packed but she got the last table. It definitely empties out as the early evening winds down and the night vibes are so dreamy with the front windows open. They keep it nice and dark inside and it's so cozy. They have a nice cocktail list and wines by the glass, as well as some stuff on draft that I don't pay much attention to but it's important to some people so I mention it here. Both times, I've stuck to wine, bubbles or rosé, and I've been happy with the selections. I also love that they have a small menu of aperitivo-style plates and my friends' hummus looked divine, served with focaccia or tortilla chips. Service is nice enough, if a little forgetful at times (recently had to remind our server several times for drinks we had ordered). Not the end of the world. I like to think of Sweet Polly's a great place to get pre-dinner drinks... you may even find yourself loving it so much that you lose track of time and have to rush to make it to the restaurant before it closes at 10! read more

What a friggin VIBE. Maybe I need to get out more but we were in the area for a show at Barclays and I looked up where to go afterwards on a few different platforms, and sweet Polly sounded like my vibe. It's this almost speak easy vibe behind big dark doors, you enter into a quaint space with small cocktail tables for seating and bar room. The cocktails were simply outrageous. Crafted to perfection with potion bottles used as finishers (yes potion bottles for their perfect witch craft making bartenders!) I think I enjoyed the bartenders work ethics as a concept the most. Sure the place was hitting the nail on the head for any speak easy, specialty cocktail seeking person's dream. But the fact that the bartenders were straight ripping through putting out eclectic drinks, with a smile on their face that was genuine was most impressive. I want to go back not just because I'm in the area. I'll go out of my way for this one. Nice job Sweet Polly! read more

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This place has a cool vibe with high ceilings and lighting that makes it feel a bit like a fancy restaurant. The staff was super friendly, and even though I got there late to meet my friends during the dinner rush, they took care of me right away and got my order in quickly. The appetizers are affordable and perfect if you just want some light bites and drinks after work without going all-in on a full meal. We got the kale dip and the crostinis were a little oily, but I liked that they were freshly toasted and not stale like at some other places. I tried the "Feral Parrot" cocktail, and it was strong, and if you like gin cocktails this one would be the perfect choice, though, they could've gone easier on the crushed ice. read more

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I became a fan of Sweet Polly back in 2021 when it was a great neighborhood bar to meet friends and dates. With the mixture of outdoor and indoor seating, this was a wonderful bar to people watch or experience a casual yet stylish vibe. They offer a happy hour menu with discounts on small bites and certain cocktails, and I always felt like the drinks were expertly made across the board. The service was friendly, and I never had difficulty getting a reservation for small parties. If I'm ever looking for a reliable spot to meet someone for a drink in the area, Sweet Polly is definitely on the list! read more

Make a reservation and save yourself the pain from waiting. The ambiance was casual and intimate. The food was flavorful. This drink was made without sugar. Everything is created on the spot. The bartender is a mixologist and creates based on mood and flavors. This is a must go to restaurant. read more

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Perfect cocktail bar to go to before or after a show or concert at the Barclays Center. I've been here a few times and the customer service has always been great. Most recently had drinks made by Marquelle. Her hospitality was very warm and the cocktails she made were well crafted. She recommended an espresso martini with mezcal which surprised me how good it was. read more

Sweet Polly - Manhattan x Tongue of God - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Cozy cocktail bar, steps from Barclays Center in Downtown Brooklyn. The space is dimly lit and stylish, with an ornate tin ceiling, antique paintings, and creative $17-$20 cocktails. They also serve elegant light fare and snacks. I made a reservation for 6 people, one month in advance. My friends and I ran up an impressive tab over the course of an hour, and while the cocktails were hit and miss, we intended on staying. It was thus shocking to be informed that our "reservation time was up". I understand the place is small, but a time limit was never communicated when I made the reservation. Sweet Polly could be a fun place to stop for one (1) drink on your way somewhere else, but is not a place to take your time catching up with a date/friends. read more

Sweet Polly - Desert Dandelion Milk Punch - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Really cute place staff was attentive. Drinks were solid decent snack selection. Will be come back. read more

Sweet Polly - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Stopped in here after a Nets game for a couple of drinks. It's nice, dark and cute. Very small but the bartenders were great. I tried clams in a tin can and regretted it immediately lol. Doesn't hurt to try. We had the pleasure of keeping the bartenders Dad company, what a nice guy. Only 4 because, I mean this space is tightttttttttt. read more

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Great upscale bar with well crafted cocktails, but minus the pretension. Its vibe suits its Gowanus location well, nestled in between Park Slope and Cobble Hill. read more

Love this spot, especially during the happy hour! It has the most warm and intimate feel, with wood paneling and some interesting paintings on the walls. The cocktails are so unique as well. The Muchas Smoochies is my favorite of the happy hour specials, and the service is excellent to boot. A bit pricey outside of happy hour but the quality makes up for it. read more

Sweet Polly - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Overall rating: 4.7 I've been here for so many times for dates, solo or with friends. I'm surprised I haven't been able to write a review! Selfishly I know I will be back so wanted to start rating my drink orders. 1. Hidden immunity 2. Espresso Martini 3. Negroni on tap East oysters are good and fresh. Wish drinks weren't so pricey, but I'll have to come back and try happy hour. Definitely recommend! read more

Sweet Polly - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This is a quality bar/restaurant that would be a great meetup with friends on a weekend or happy hour on a Friday after work. The place is dim, cool, and stylish. They specialize in craft cocktails that fit a number of different profiles. The bartenders are humorous, attentive, and have solid conversation. The food was alright. A little pricey, but what isn't these days? I did like their take on a pesto mac and cheese. It wasn't great, but it works well if you're only a little hungry. The drinks are the real selling point. They gave a long menu and be sure to ask the bartenders to help you find the one that fits your tastes best. read more

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Great date spot! The place is really cute and intimate. My date and I both had 2 drinks each and both were very tasty. I'd definitely return with friends if I was in the neighborhood. read more

Sweet Polly is one of my favorites and I think it's underrated. Ambiance is sleek, subtle and warm. The lighting is just right. The dark wooden door gives a discreet vibe. The drinks here are done so well. The menu seems to change just slightly, but if still in the rotation, the Starcourt Mall is an incredible Rye based tiki style drink. At a glance, the ingredients don't seem to mesh; grapefruit, coconut crème, mint, cinnamon. But wow, it's amazing. The Banshee boardwalk is a good choice if you're into Bourbon. But if you're looking to stick to the classics, they have a Negroni on tap and make a perfect dark Manhattan. Also, many bars haven't perfected marinated olives and some are just too salty. But the ones here are perfect and just the right portion. read more

Sweet Polly - Negroni on tap - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here for hh. Ordered African flower & my frd ordered white wine. African flower was very strong. Had to stir the big ice cube to make my drink cold. Love the bar & the place! Very chill place. Would recommend & def coming back read more

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Awesome place after a game at Barclays, excellent cocktails, great atmosphere. Were absolutely going back

Went to Sweet Polly late last night with friends and we were completely ignored by the staff. You could have thought we were invisible! We decided to leave when a couple came about 10 mins after us and was promptly greeted and sat! What's even more funny is that the bartender who ignored us the entire time finally said something to me once we were about to leave because I asked to speak to the manager on duty- who wasn't on site, of course! I'm not sure who trained this staff but the manager should definitely be aware of how their staff choose who to greet and serve in their establishment. I've been here before so I recommended the place to my friends. I feel bad that this experience left a sour taste in their mouth all because the staff wanted to be rude and repugnant. Sweet Polly, do better! read more

Small, date night vibes mostly. Drinks were interesting and I liked the detailed descriptions for each item. I enjoyed the spinach dip but was in LOVE with the crème brûlée!! read more

Sweet Polly - Creme brulee - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Avoid. Check your credit card statements after you go here!! - the drunk and high staff may have put their own drinks on your tab. This happened to me - and I even checked with the bartender and she assured me it was just a hold on my account. Sure enough the over $100 charge went through. The drinks also tasted off. Would not recommend to anyone read more

This place STOLE money from us! Charged our tab $128 after opening it, brought it up to the bartender right away and she brushed it off saying they hadn't swiped our card yet. Thinking it was just a placeholder for our tab we let it go, had 1 drink each and closed our tab. Thank goodness we checked our credit card statement. THEIVES!!! DO NOT GO HERE. Disgusting drinks, drunk staff, should be shut down. read more

This is our favorite cocktail bar in Brooklyn! Every cocktail is smart and well-balanced and the bar plates complement the drinks well. The interior is speakeasy-ish with dark wood, navy walls, oil paints, and a greenery wall. We are planning an event with them for later this month and the staff have been so thoughtful and kind through the whole process. We've stopped by a few times to try out different things for the event and always enjoy ourselves. Definitely recommend the Absinthe Crème Brûlée and the Kale & Artichoke dip! read more

Sweet Polly - Smokey Eye (left) & Care Package - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

As soon as I walked into this bar I wanted to ogle the entire space. My eyes danced across the tufted leather couch to the greenery wall, to the marble countertop in quick succession, wanting to take it all in. Sweet Polly feels very grown up, and she's beautiful. I felt cool for just being inside this space. A good egg white cocktail will always set me on a good path for the evening, so the Queen in the North was my first drink of choice. The apple notes were strong, and the egg white was subtle, making for a lighter drink than I would've expected. My second drink was the Know All, which had olive oil to smooth out the grapefruit bitters and mezcal. Both drinks were expertly made and packed a punch in the way that expensive craft cocktails do. Sitting at the bar was a good move because I got to chat with our amazing bartender Joe, who was friendly and attentive throughout the night. Had I come in with an appetite I would've tried the dollar oysters and shishito peppers but will save that for another visit. read more

Sweet Polly - Queen in the North - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

One thing I'm not going to do is tolerate is racism. My guest and I were here for about 2 hours enjoying our rounds of drinks from our server, the only other black person I saw in the establishment btw. After we paid our bill with tip, we decided to stay and just chill. Ordered two more drinks where I had to tell the bartender exactly how to make it bc he was so distant and distracted from his company at the bar that his drink making shills were poor. We decided on basic mezcalitas. About halfway into our drinks, a server came to us with the check to say " you didn't pay a tip". We said well yeah the drinks were maybe $30 and we had to tell him how to make it and it's our choice whether we want to tip or not. She said no well the standard is 20% tip so either you tip or you have to take your drinks to go. We said you can't tell us when to tip and she said yes she could and brought us to go cups for our drinks. We then asked if it was because we were black and she refused to answer saying we had to leave. She hovered over us and forced us to pour our drinks into to go cups as if this is even legal in NYC, I should've called the police. She must've been one of the owners. I will not stand for racism. Ive never felt so disgusted in my life. I'll continue to spread the news to everyone on my experience here at this bar. TRASH read more

This is such a cute intimate bar. Great do a date night or to grab quick drinks with a friend. Seating is somewhat limited inside but they also have outdoor seating available as well. I went with my friend to grab a drink on a Saturday night around 9:30pm. The place wasn't too packed but I'm glad we got there when we did because more people started to come after 10. I ended up ordering the frozen Oh My Guava and it was very delicious. My friend also got the kale artichoke dip and salami plater. Both were really tasty. I do wish they add or offer fries as a snack/ side. I'm a sucka for fries to go with my drinks. Overall the ambiance and vibe were nice and I'll definitely be back again. read more

Sweet Polly - Frozen Oh My Guava - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Solid, tasty, tasty drinks. I wish I knew about this place before the pandemic. Looking through the pickup order entrance, the bar looks comfy with dimmed lighting (not to be confused with sketchy dimmed light where there's a questionable person lurking in the shadows for you). I appreciate how strong they made the drinks here. Tried a melon cocktail and piña colada. Contactless payment and hand sanitizer available at ordering table entrance. read more

Sweet Polly - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

It's a cocktail bar excels at every details!! both drinks were excellent, we ordered 50/50 martini and paloma, we both love them! Great selections of happy hour drinks and small bite, checked environmentally friendly w no plastic straws, checked awesome ambiance, checked very fresh oysters from both east and w coast, checked cool bartender and attentive server, checked chill decors and cool arts, checked Dear sweet polly, I'm so happy you exist at BK! read more

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I came with my friends during the tail-end of their happy hour. ATMOSPHERE This place is so cool! It's total NYC with its dark, cool interiors. It is a quintessential cocktail bar. I didn't find the music loud, so my friends and I were able to chat at a normal tone of voice. We sat near the door, where the tables are small. We found it to be perfect for our happy hour plates. I don't recommend having a full dinner in this area of the restaurant. FOOD/DRINKS I had the Negroni and my friends had the martini. We shared a few plates of oysters, pickled peppers, and queso fundido. We liked them all! The oysters were delicious and fresh. I can't believe we paid only a $1/oyster. My friends loved the queso fundido. I really liked the pickled peppers. I highly recommend you stop by during their happy hour. SERVICE Chris was our server. He was great! He was friendly and professional, and he brought out our food and drinks pretty quickly. read more

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My fiancée and I came here stopped by for a couple drinks for a mini celebration. They had a pretty interesting cocktail list. I had a beer earlier in the day so I decided to stick with beer but they cocktail list definitely intrigued me. I had the sloop Pilsner. I think it was on a nitro draft as the beer felt pretty creamy. Pilsner don't typically drink that way. It could be entirely possible that I was hallucinating due to the heat and humidity. They also had a hoppy sour on draft from collective arts that I had too. They had a bunch of cans too with a heavy focus on local craft breweries. We decided to grab a couple bites too. We started with what I dubbed a oyster flight including one of each oyster. It was pricey at $3-4 per oyster but they were solid oyster. Oceany with a beefy texture. We added on a grilled cheese sandwich too. It was served hot off the grill as the cheese was still oozing. Crispy and gooey. An excellent grilled cheese but rather pricey at $12. Restroom was spacious. Had some Mrs Meyers soap with the thicker paper towel/napkins. Very comfortable. read more

Ambiance- Low Lit Can Good Energy Inside - Everyone Comes And Enjoys Their Spaces. I've been here several times and they never fail to cater to when it gets busy. Drinks - To be honest you can't go wrong here. I particularly had oysters and a hummus. It was wonderful . This has upgraded to number one one my list! read more

After looking at apartments in the afternoon nearby, we decided to get drinks to wind down the evening. I've lived in Park Slope for a little over 3 years and always wanted to try this place for cocktails but never got around to it. We got an outdoor table around 7:30 pm on a Sunday and was able to get seated right away. Although this is a bar known for its drinks, it's required for you to order a food item for them to serve you alcoholic drinks. We ordered a chicken empanada (which was super good, I might add) and probably would have ordered more food items had we not just eaten dinner. It was super flavorful and had a really nice herby dip to go along with it. For drinks, I ordered a Pear Down Punch and a Woman of Destiny. The Pear Down Punch was delicious--not too sweet and perfectly refreshing. I'm a huge fan of fruits and fruit flavored drinks and this really hit the spot. The Woman of Destiny was also refreshing, citrusy and delicious. Also since the cocktails are on the pricier side (these cocktails are $15 each), they definitely don't skimp on the amount of alcohol that they have in each drink. The staff there was also very quick and observant--very quick to take orders or any questions that you might have. Definitely recommend coming here if you like cocktails and are willing to splurge a little! I'll be back to try some of the appetizers and other food that they offer. read more

Had this place bookmarked... I'm small inside but comfortable . I came early to beat traffic before a concert so I was the 1st to arrive upon opening I prefer to sit at a bar when I'm by myself . I was greeted upon arrival . Had Peter - as my bartender. I asked what's good - he asked my preferences as a good bartender should. Staff was friendly - small talk with customers is always a plus He started me off with the " 50 shades" cocktail ... gin base... since I've been loving my hand crafted gin drinks lately. And I loved it. I love the steel straw/stirrer. Always makes me cocktails taste even more chilled :) 2nd one was a bartender special. He made it pretty , Smooth and with gin. I had the cauliflower with sage pesto and pecans. It was so pretty and it tasted great. I thought the purple was lavender but was told it was truffle :) Got my check in a Shakespeare book Would come back here again. Good to come if your in park slope, prospect heights or going to the Barclay . Ps happy hr 4-6pm read more

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0 stars if I could. Joined YELP just to write this review. Managed Michelin star restaurants, and cannot believe how the Manager and staff behave here. AVOID AT ALL COST. Disorganized, rude, and subpar. DO NOT waste your money here. Please go around the corner to Sofreh or take a walk to another location who won't pass negative energy into your life. Trust me, if you read this and listen, you will thank me. Negative energy and subpar service. Food is terrible. Please pay attention to the actual 1 star reviews, read them.. I wish I did. They are really highlighting the truth about this place... read more

Cute vibe! Small so it can be hard to find a spot. The drinks are ok. Got a mediocre dirty martini and it wasn't worth the price ($17). Just kind of an overpriced spot with a cute vibe. The people are really nice though! read more

Great service and ambiance! I would recommend for an intimate date or small group of friends catching up.

Nice ambiance, good service, but all the mocktails are sickingly sweet. The Sweet Polly tasted basically like a virgin Shirley Temple that you'd give a kid (soda and syrup) and the others weren't much better. Pretty disappointing. read more