Always a time at the Rum Bar BK... little confusion with the drinks that are in the slush machine as I was informed after that the tequila drink was in fact rum... so just double check! But the frozen drinks are delicious. Happy hour was only 2$ off cocktails.... But carnival Tuesdays music was a definite vibe. Great selection of Rum, and the house tequila was extremely smooth.... Worth a visit! read more

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This place was a true vibe and the DJ knew how to move the crowd. Great for a sexy night out! The drinks were on point but the bartender was a bit slow on service. They do add on the tip without notification (20%) so factor that into the final cost. I ordered the sorrel daiquiri-Refreshing and guaranteed to hit the spot! Overall I would definitely recommend this place to anyone desiring to experience pure Brooklyn vibes! read more

The Rum Bar - Sorrel daiquiri - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here for a complementary Barbancourt haitian rum tasting event. Decore gives island vibes with full bar and nice paintings including a mural. Plenty of sitting at the bar with a Dj so was on POINT!!! They had four different rums to try, along with cocktails, and Jerk chicken. My favorite drink was the Cabin pressure. The Jerk chicken was very good. The music was great. The bartenders were awesome. It was a great turn out. I would def visit again. It was a vibe. They also have a back yard i think. read more

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If you like rum, this is your spot. They have a large selection of rums. In addition to that, they offer beer, wine and other spirits. This place has a deejay that spun decent music. Service was fast for it to only have one bar. Would stop in again to vibe. read more

Okay so my buddy and I weren't ready to call it a night so took me around the corner to Franklin and we explored some of his favorite spots. One of them, this cozy Black-owned bar that has some standard bar food, but is moreso known for its rum cocktails. They offer rum flights too! I tried an Old Cuban and thought it was fantastic, and based on the description there was a chance it could've been too limey. Thankfully it wasn't! The bar itself fits maybe 10-12 people? There are a few high tables around it, but that space is lessened if the DJ is using the booth right in that area. There's a patio area towards the back -- I didn't peek in there, but I heard great things about it. The music was consistently on point by the way, and I loved the decor. I'd return to this spot for sure! read more

I remember when this bar first opened . A lot of excitement for a rum bar ! The inside was casual and I liked the lighting. Unfortunately the service was not great and as time went on and it became more crowded I avoided it . A altercation broke out in front of this bar and that's rare as far as bars go in this neighborhood. Still rooting for this business the drinks were well made. read more

The Rum Bar - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The Rum Bar BK is a Black Woman-Owned Business on Franklin Ave in Brooklyn. Rum Bar is near a host of eateries including Dutch Boy Burger/ Franklin Park, Chavela's, Ras Plant Based, MISC, etc. & some hang-out spots. We attended the "Rum Rediscovered" Event at Rum Bar on 3/13/25. Hosted by Privateer Rum's VP of Brand & Trade Development Shannon Mustipher, she provided educational information around Rum. We tried several dark rum options & light rum while learning about its history. The role that Rum has had in cocktail creation as well as rum development & production were discussed. Shannon talked about various countries that create rum. I had no idea that rum has such a deep / rich history. We learned so much while consuming it during this Rum Tasting experience. There were some good books recommended & Individuals had interesting questions & comments, which was appreciated. Once the event ended, Owner Garnett declared The Rum Bar BK open for people to purchase cocktails. The DJ played a medley of Socca & Reggae Music as people were socializing & dancing. Rum Bar BK has a quaint indoor seating are as well as a cozy outdoor backyard / patio area. There is gorgeous artwork & Garnett told me that she got it all from Cuba. The Bartender made good cocktails & Rum Bar has overall good vibes. Rum Bar has DJ's play music during TGIF - every Friday 7pm - Late, & during Vinyl Mondays @7pm. Mon. - Thurs. - 4pm - 2am Fri. Sat. & Sun. - 2pm - 2am @therumbarbk read more

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This place has a nice vibe and we went there after work and definitely appreciated going. The service was nice and Steph made it even better. We got food to go but mainly the drinks were on point. We will be returning to get the food to dine in. read more

My friend girl invited me out to attend a "Rum tasting" and bites curated event led by Reif organization . As soon as I walked in, the vibe was dope and the D.J. was rocking . The crowed seemed like a 35+ and older crowd and diverse . The bites were delicious . I had two order of fritters and all the rum tastings . The D.J. Was rocking so hard that I engaged in a line dance or two and did some twerking . I paid $19 for this event and the regular price was $50+ . It's a great thing to be a foodie because you learn to utilize all resources . The location is also convenient and 20 mins from my house by train . The Rum Bar is a whole vibe . Excited to see the vibe during the summer time ! read more

This rum bar is always a great time! The vibes are fantastic, with great music that sets the perfect mood. The drinks are top-notch, and the bites are equally delicious. Whether you're there for a casual hangout or a night out, it's consistently a fun experience. Highly recommend it for anyone looking to enjoy good drinks, food, and an amazing atmosphere! read more

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This is the perfect spot to go late at night when you dont feel like going home. Drinks 4/5: Ive had many drinks from this place and while some bartenders are better than others, the drinks remain pretty solid and most importantly strong Food: 4/5 I had the chicken Tacos and maybe it was just the drinks, but they were pretty tasty and flavorful, the fries were just ok but it def got the job done. Service: 3/5 but honestly depends what night you go, most of the bartenders are nice and will Experiment with drinks for you but most recently when I went it took a long time to get service even thought it wasnt very crowded at that point. Ambiance :3/5 in winter 5/5 in summer. The inside area is very tight and narrow so it makes ordering hard but during the summer when the backyard area is open this place can be super cute and such a vibe. Either way the music is always on point and def more for my afro beats, reggae and soca lovers. Overall a great place to catch a drink and vibe out especially for happy hour read more

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First two experiences were 5 stars by far. I cannot stress how fun and inviting my bartender was on both occasions. She's the best. Last visit, which was last night, was terrible. The bartender conned me on my happy hour drinks. 2 rum shots and a beer should have come to $11 before tax. He charged me $27. I planned to stay for a few rounds and unwind, but it rubbed me the wrong way. I brought it to his attention and he gave a lame excuse that made no sense. Instead of arguing, I paid and left. The place is an absolute vibe, and I'll return, but I'm not a fan of trickery or not honoring the prices presented on the menu. If this happens again, they've lost a customer. read more

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Fun and friendly bartenders. The drinks were somewhat pricey but packed with flavor. Presentation was A1 as well. I only knocked off one star because the kitchen wasn't open still at 6pm. read more

The Rum Bar - Pinton punch - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Having opened just a couple of weeks ago, Rum Bar is the latest addition to the bar/dine scene on Franklin Avenue. We stopped by for a quick cocktail a recent sunny afternoon, and the first impression was: WOW!!! This place is awesome! Really cool, laidback vibe that exudes effortless sophistication. I also liked the vibrant colors of the bar, definitely different and unique, and the beautiful backyard. What differentiates Rum Bar from other great bars in Crown Heights is its rum-centered cocktail menu. The cocktails, priced at ~$15-18, are as tasty as they look fantastic. Both the El Diablo and the Piton Punch were excellent cocktails, and we would happily tried a couple more cocktails if we weren't in a bit of a rush. I definitely look forward to coming back soon for more cocktails and also to try a few of their dishes, which look really tasty[1]. This place is sexy. ------------------------ [1] The oxtail has my name on it! read more

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I'm a fan of fruity drinks and The Rum Bar delivered! Great service and the drinks were not only tasty, but also they were beautiful. I ordered the Piton Punch and the El Diablo. Next time, I'm gonna try the food. Since I visited on a Monday around 3pm, there were tons of empty seats and open space. Everyone from the staff to other people were relaxed so overall there was good energy. It was also happy hour during that time so I got some $$ of the drinks. Definitely check it out if you're in the area. read more

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The Rum Bar is a cool vibe with indoor bar seating and outdoor table seating. It gets crowded at the bar, but the bartender does his best. My friend and I ate at the bar, and the food was juicy and fresh (jerk chicken meal plus chicken fingers). Cool spot to hang out and listen to music while enjoying a limited food menu. read more

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They have a great Monday line up, female DJ and great host Oliver. I got a few drinks nice crowd definitely will be back here read more

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My friend told me about this Rum Bar. It was really nice mellow beats the bartenders were super nice Justina and Ziggy they were super nice. The daiquiris were strong, friendly, upbeat, good music I definitely come back here again. read more

The Rum Bar - Daiquiri - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

very good drinks and great music. service was quick! We just happened to stop and try their drinks and i must it was the vibe and the music that prompt us to go in. They also have a cool backyard too highly! highly recommend for my fellow soul sisters! read more

The Rum Bar - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We were honestly super excited to try rum bar just finding out that Chef Paul had partnered with them. We went on a Friday night and it wasn't too busy. I must say the decor is top tier and you feel like you're in a Caribbean island with elevated vibes. The issue we had was with the service. Firstly at the bar . The bartender was for lack of a better word .... Rude .... She appeared to not want to be there...annoyed that you were placing an order but for someone who works in the service industry her facial expressions and attitude were not it. It took us 35 mins to get drinks. They were delicious but her attitude alone turned us off. To order food we had to bend down into a tiny window - yes very nostalgic of being the Caribbean but can we move the window to face height so we're all not bending in our 30s . We ordered and were told 15-20 mins for our dishes of which we ordered the codfish fritters, coconut shrimp , spicy shrimp and the jerk chicken wontons. The food took 60 mins - when we checked what was going on they told they had run out of plates and they were washing them downstairs. In terms of the food the codfish fritters and coconut shrimp were amazing . The spicy shrimp was so spicy my friends eyes were watering and he started sneezing. The jerk chicken wontons are nothing to sing home about and quite frankly lack flavor. The overall vibe seemed like there is a lack of management at the business so the employees do as they please - also it seemed like some friends of theirs had come by to the point where they were taking orders from customers and mid way walking away to hail up a friend. At one point I asked my friend if they were all high - such slow service and the rude/ nonchalant bartender is why they're getting 3 stars today . read more

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Similar to another reviewer, I really want to love this place but the service here is so slow to the point where it's off putting. In terms of drinks, I ordered the crop over which was really delicious. I enjoyed the music which was reggae and soca. This place has a lot of potential. The reason this place doesn't more than 3 stars has to do with the lack of staff and the long wait for a drink. A crowd was starting to form and I felt bad for the one bartender. BUT it was a Saturday afternoon during a 3 day weekend. Not sure why they weren't prepared but it was disappointing. Honestly, they need to decrease their drink special menu since they're all really complicated. Overall, if they hired another bartender, I'd be willing to go back. However just know you will be waiting at least 15 mins to order a drink read more

Are you looking for a fun hangout, with a fresh island vibe, well the Rum Bar is your spot. Cocktails are tasty and the vibe is irie. The mixologist are very particular and they mix their drinks with a positive attitude. The only negative is the amount is ice included with each cocktail. This place doesn't sell food, but there was a pop up spot selling Jerked Chicken and Pork. Noting for us vegans. But, overall, great crowd, awesome service and positive vibes. read more

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- brought to you by the makers of rogers garden - great rnb soundtrack on a Monday night - no speaker outside yet - great outdoor space - cute artwork - kitchen closed at nine on the night I was there (was told that may change) - indoor space with maybe 15 seats - very well made and crafted drinks - my liver has poor rum tolerance, and I was able to consume these drinks shout out to the bar manager - they are admittedly not big on tequila drinks - insane amount of rums from all over the world - I like jerk chicken empanadada - I liked sweet plantain - I liked pepper shrimp - cherry salad was good and large enough for 1.5 people - friendly staff - pot stickers did not have good reviews from our party - open air front windows/wall is going to make a this a great warm weather hangout read more

If you're a fan of rum, summers, and everything that reminds you of the Caribbean, then The Rum Bar is the place to be! I am Caribbean, and I LOVE rum, so knowing that there is a bar that serves all my faves in addition to great food, music, service, and decor in my neighborhood, you know, I had to be there asap. TRB didn't disappoint me. I enjoyed everything about this new space. Great for drinks with friends or solo. The vibes bring out the happiness in everyone who visits, so you'll most likely make a new friend there. I definitely recommend you give it a try. read more

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Drinks niceeeee service niceeeee food nice! A nice little neighborhood spot where you can get a nice bite and some great drinks read more

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Pathetic service. Especially the asshole bartender. Chutiya.. very rude. Irritating.. irrational and again chutiya..

Recently got to try some drinks from The Rum Bar, and let me just say, the drinks were SUPER tasty and definitely strong! The guys that prepared our drinks were so nice and friendly. I've been meaning to stop by for a nice happy hour since their bar looks so fun and lively! I can't wait to come in next to try a new drinks!! read more

The Rum Bar - Guava punch - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The Rum Girl bartending. She made a beautiful drink Flatbush Barbie!! Come down and try it out! read more

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Just walked in for a nice drink and the best part is I live not far from here. The ambiance is really nice and colorful with dim lights. Nice music and nice bartender. Will upload my drinks when I get them, but so far I'm loving this place. read more

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Wonderful old school lounge vibe. The drinks are excellent. The food is very simple, but the hotdogs are the best I've ever tasted! I've been twice with friends and we've had good service both times. We loved the live jazz. I'll definitely go again. read more

Had no idea this place on prime Franklin Ave had food and a cute backyard!!! We stopped by for drinks, pregaming for Ras (which also has good drinks) and was pleasantly surprised. While waiting for drinks, someone told me to try their food next time. I had this place in my list for a while since it took over Domo Taco. This past Saturday when it was 80 degrees, we had ourselves a time with Burna Boy chunes on blast, windows wide open to the streets, and people vibing even at 5-6p. It seemed like a diverse crowd, struck up conversations with friendly people seated next to me while waiting for our drinks. The bartenders put extra care and labor into drinks, which is why it took a while but totally reasonable. Soufriere painkiller was great. The other drink we had was a grapefruit spritz, forgot the name, but that surprisingly ended up being our favorite. You must add this place to your list of neighborhood staples. read more

The Rum Bar - Soufriere painkiller, and flamingo spritz? - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

One of the better things I have eaten/ drank in a while. Nice bartender who knows his stuff- well balanced, not too sweet. Beautiful and the right amount of alcohol. Asked for his recommendation and got a twist on a mojito with hibiscus - best mojito I have had in years. Savanna Grass... different but good! Great vibes. Pork tostones- chef's kiss. Texture- spice- acidic- fat- nailed it all!! 100% would do again. read more

The Rum Bar - Pork Tostones - should have taken the picture before starting to eat and took a lot of disciple to stop, but they deserved the credit - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Drinks taste like a healthy juice bar, we did not taste the liquor and we even order shots which did not do anything. The ambiance was nice but we were ready to go. read more

Nice small spot, great for a date night if you want a smaller more intimate place compared to its sister location, Roger's Garden. The mixologists used fresh ingredients and definitely cared a lot about presentation and taste. Pictured here is the Between the Sheets cocktail, it was fruity, tangy, perfectly sweet and had a nice depth of flavor with the added garnishes. read more

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I want to love this bar. It's really cute, menu looks delicious, but unfortunately it's too hard to order. It took 25 minutes to order one drink, which was delicious when I finally got it. When I went for a second drink, I gave up after 25 minutes. I watched as several others have up too. This place has a lot of potential but needs more staff. There was only one bartender, no bar back, and they serve some complicated cocktails that take time to make. I hope this place adds more bar staff so I can come back and give it 5 stars. read more

Extremely cute bar. There is countertop seating facing the street with 2 huge windows. The colors are bright and vibrant. As I walked in the owner greeted me and interacted with us "Rummies." She was extremely nice. This rum bar is a total vibe. The music was great, and people were either dancing or meeting people inside. The bar is stocked with some of my favorite rums; Diplomatico, Zacapa, El Dorado, etc. What stood out to me the most was the cleasiness and how sanitary the bartenders were while creating drinks. I believe my rum cocrail was called "Straight to Kingston," but don't quote me. It was strong but really good. As the bar was closing, the dj was playing Lauryn Hill and everyone started singing . It was a great vibe. I will definitely be back to try food and more drinks. read more

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Food was amazing , the chef Fermin Oviedo makes the most delicious oxtail I've had in years! The chicken wings were also great! The environment is great, music, very lively Will definitely come back to eat here! read more

Excellent cocktails, cool island vibes & and music, island vibes backyard in warmer months...

When you first walk inside you are greeted with a vibrant atmosphere with colors and beautiful paintings, caribbean music and the concept of being in a tropical oasis. There is a back patio which is great for the summer and spring with plants and lighting. My friend and I ordered the little Caribbean it has tequila and hibiscus. First taste is spritzy and flavorful. It left me wanting more ( to which I ordered a 2nd drink. I had thr jerk chicken with pumpkin rice, plantains and cole slaw. The Cole slaw portions could have been a little more for my liking. The jerk chicken has a hint of spice when you first bite into it, but then the flavors burst through. It was my first time eating pumpkin rice and it was good. The plantains were cooked to perfection. My friend ordered the curry goat empanadas and she described it as being crisp, hot and fresh. She also had the macaroni pie which was very taste and a good cheese blen. The bartender was good and her service was good. I would definitely return. read more

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Great drinks, but really wanted food from the menu but was told kitchen closed at 8pm that Monday.