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    The Brazen Head

    3.8 (150 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, Whiskey Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 4:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    THE BRAZEN HEAD ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Halloween
    Diane C.

    Halloween begins at the Brazen Head, 228 Atlantic Avenue. Great craft beers, come enjoy!

    lulu is my faborite bartender - so sweet and so funny. lulu makes the brazen head a second home

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    Sean R.

    Love the owner and the staff here (I won't name names - can't show favoritism, they're all great! ), as well as the daytime regulars. They have a great selection of beers including some really good non-alcoholic ones from Athletic Brewing Company. The free bagels on Sundays are great too. Also, be sure to check out the sidewalk sign, usually good for a laugh.

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    Emily P.

    Came here with a page out of the Brooklyn Pub Pass. The Brazen Head is the textbook definition of a "neighborhood watering hole." It was filled with locals taking advantage of the happy hour specials and complimentary cheese and crackers set up towards the back. The bar is known for its rotating snack availability to patrons and its stellar drink menu. We've all seen bars that offer board games to customers during their stay, but books? That's a new one. The BH had a stand of books by the entrance for its customers to flip through while they imbibe. This is an introvert's dream! Their beer menu is very crafty, and they also have a decent spirit and wine menu as well. They have a selfie station in the back where you're able to use props and tag the Brazen Head on your social media posts. They also have a dart board which is where I spent most my night last night. The BH has cozy couches in all 4 corners of the establishment. They also have outdoor seating for when it gets warm. Aside from the complimentary finger foods, they have potato chips and goldfish available for purchase at the bar. If all fails, you can always bring in food from outside. The service was warm, welcoming, and fast. I can see why it's such a popular hangout spot. I would definitely return when I'm in the area.

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    Great beer selection and great specials. It's a good place to chill but I wish the crowd was better - or just a crowd in general.

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    Favorite bar in my neighborhood. Great beer menu. Always good stuff on the list and rotates fairly frequently.

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    15 years ago

    On second thought: I haven't been back to this place. Maybe is just "A-OK" because I can always think of a bar that I'd rather go to.

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    Its the best dive-bar I have found in the area. Large and diverse drink menu. Raggedy, frayed-denim atmosphere. Good place to take a date.

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    bad service, unprofessional staff, not customer focused. Would recommend customers service training.

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    Friendly bartenders, good music, reasonable prices and a great selection of craft beers and whiskeys.

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