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    The Brooklyn Firefly

    3.8 (336 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    THE BROOKLYN FIREFLY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Live music

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    The Blaze Burger Calzone
    Andrew U.

    Last weekend I went to the Brooklyn firefly with my mom for brunch. We got the rice balls to start off and they were really tasty, I really liked the sauce that they used with them. I then ordered the calzone which was very tasty and worth the price. The food was good, but nothing really stood out to me, I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a new brunch spot in the neighborhood.

    Mezcal Mule
    Leenzie B.

    I went here for dinner and the vibe was soo chill after a stressful day. The pizza was amazing and the server was very friendly! I will definitely come back here one day with my friends!

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    Mike A.

    Food was very good. We had only apps but they were all good. Nice atmosphere, music was a little loud but not terrible. Service could've been a little more attentive, but they weren't bad by any means. Would definitely return.

    Margarita large pie

    My daughter and I decided to have lunch at this establishment. From the outside of this place it has a cute vibe... Once inside the ambiance was cute and the hostess sat us down immediately. The menu was short and to the point ... which we both like and wasn't difficult to choose what we wanted to eat. On the menu the pizza selection had lots of different specialties which was new to us ... We ordered what we know and the Margarita pie was "DELICIOUS " it did not disappoint. When we go again we will have another pie on the menu with its unique flavors... The server was always asking us if we needed anything else and we found that delightful.... The bartenders were polite . Overall we had a great time and great food.. Two thumbs us

    Margarita pie
    Sophia C.

    I loved Mama's meatballs--so flavorful and delicious! The place has a nice, cozy, and artistic atmosphere. I'm really happy to have found such a great restaurant in Bay Ridge. Would definitely come back again.

    Luke W.

    Tucked into the corner of a beautiful Brooklyn neighborhood, Brooklyn Firefly feels like it's been part of the block forever, in all the right ways. I came in with six buddies for the first time and was immediately struck by the vibe, welcoming, stylish, and full of soul. The pizza? Top-tier. Crust, toppings, balance, all dialed in. The meatballs? Just right, classic, comforting, and full of flavor. Drinks were solid, and while there wasn't live music that night, I hear they host it on select evenings. It's the kind of place that feels both familiar and special. Brooklyn Firefly isn't just a meal, it's a reminder of what a neighborhood spot should be.

    The meatball
    Lenora K.

    The Firefly has quickly become our new favorite place! We were pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoy this bar--it's truly the best. We now go out of our way not! to make reservations so we can sit at the bar, which is the coziest and most beautiful space, reminiscent of something you'd see on TV. One thing that stood out is a sign stating they reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. While this is understandable, it does feel a bit unwelcoming. However, the atmosphere is warm, and the bartender is incredibly nice, which contributes significantly to our comfort and enjoyment. We sat at the tables and the waiter got a lot of things wrong last time so we're just gonna stick to the bar because the bartender is great. The pizzas are fantastic; we love the variety they offer, and the two different sizes make it very reasonable. The kick in the a** and the white pizza with fig are the best! The appetizers are also good . They do a special fire fries which is similar to smashed potato, the giant meatball which isnt really worth the money but its still yummy, the rice balls are much better than average and the arugula salad has a lot of taste with a not too sweet dressing and gorgonzola. I did notice I was charged for a side of aioli that I didn't receive, but that didn't dampen our experience. We love the drinks and the beers.! Overall, we had a blast and are looking forward to returning every week. We've already been three times and are headed back next week!

    Ri A.

    Love the decor and vibe of this place. I was here in the past when it was Yellow Hook Grill. The waiter was attentive and kind. The pizza pies and calzone were delicious! Their dough was so good and their crust had the perfect crisp. I did not like their Brooklyn egg cream drink so they took it off the bill. It was basically just syrup. Other than that, everything was really good and would love to return.

    Part of the bar at The Brooklyn Firefly.
    Ken P.

    Despite my having been here a few times already I've never gotten around to sitting down and composing my thoughts about The Brooklyn Firefly so I'm going to use a recent visit to resolve that. For many of the Bay Ridge lifers, this restaurant occupies the space that was formerly the home of the famed Lento's pizza. This space was known and loved for its thin-crust pizza. At the time, this was not a common thing but now you can get it in a lot of places. Lucky you. Thinking back to my time before this latest visit, I recall having half of a wonderful cheese pizza with another friend and a few cold beers. They have a full bar, but I am not really the biggest spirits person so a Budweiser or Coors Lite suits me fine unless I am on one of my not drinking months. That pizza was super tasty and didn't last long since we were both quite hungry. It's easy to eat four slices of this since its not as thick as most pizzas. Fast forward to this past Saturday I was out walking with a friend and we met up with others who were heading there for some cocktails and decided to join them to catch up. We decided to sit at the bar area in the front. Spatially speaking there is a lengthy outdoor dining area and several tables in the rear of the restaurant. They raved about the cocktails but I was not drinking this time around. I think one of them was called The Gelston and my friend had a Pumpkin beer. Eats were decided upon so we ordered up some Rice Balls (there are three to an order) and a pizza with half-spinach and half sausage. Good stuff for sure. There is a free WiFi signal so one can do their check-ins and foodie captures and shares across their networks. The prices are very reasonable and the staff quite friendly. I'll be coming back sometime in the future for sure.

    Margarita Italiana
    Julia F.

    Strolling through Bay Ridge, you have your pick of food and drink spots representing any culture you can think of. That being said, there is something very comforting about the corner neighborhood pizza joint. Brooklyn Firefly takes you back to those times, but with alcohol, live music, and a backyard. I ordered the Margarita Italiana, which had no real flavor connection to a margarita, but was super refreshing nonetheless. Imagine a spiked punch with a hint of citrus - perfect summer drink. My friend scarfed down one of Mama's Meatballs, which was no small feat. Scanning the patio area I noticed pizza after pizza arriving to peoples' tables. It was such an eye tease given that my belly was full from having had dinner elsewhere. Is it ironic that I saw my first firefly of the summer in their backyard? I'm taking it as a sign to go back for slices and live music.

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    Rah D.

    A cool Brooklyn spot this a subtle mix of Hip Hop and pizza. There is a bar that greets you when you walk in. Towards the back is a cool dining area. There is outdoor seating as well. You can take in the sights and sounds of BK while enjoying a pie There are vegan options. Today I had a vegan calzone. It was a good size and filling

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    I went to the bar with a friend recently. The drinks and live music were great! The staff is also very friendly.

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    Best pizza I've ever had! Got the one with hot honey on it! Delicious! Service was fantastic and the decor and atmosphere is top notch

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    Ask the Community - The Brooklyn Firefly

    Do they have gluten free pizza?

    Occupies the spot that once was Lentos. Is their pizza as good? Thin crust?

    Their pizza is delicious and has an old Italian brooklyn flavor to it ! I recommend coming to check it out especially during their live music nights

    Do they have wifi?

    yes

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    I have a good connections here that I get an artist band(s) for every event…read more The drinks aren't cheap for sure... but it's a concert venue, they absolutely never are. They're standard prices, the bartenders have heavy hands which isn't a bad thing. The location is iffy but there it's in a hot, up-and-coming area. The DJs are always the best in NYC: Guetta, Tiesto, Deadmau5, Prydz, Disclosure, Aoki... yeah, Marquee is the only place that comes close and that place stinks. The setup here is great, the warehouse is massive and you don't feel crowded with 4-5k other people there. The sound system is crazy and the lighting is mesmerizing. Apparently the lines are rough, but I never had to deal with it. The parking situation is the toughest part here... come early or park on 3rd avenue. There's unbelievable food in Red Hook and Bay Ridge if you need a place to look.

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