Great experience with plenty of tvs in a cozy living room/ library wood paneled vibe. A mix between a dive bar and a more date night spot. Great for a drink or two Got the espresso martini which was standard, nothing too crazy but the ambiance is very social and great for mingling so that's the main focus of the place read more

Union Hall is one of those classic Brooklyn spots that just feels good the second you walk in. The location is great, the drinks are solid, and it has that older New York, cozy-but-lively vibe that's getting harder to find these days. They've only got two bocce lanes, so just a heads up, if it's a busier night or you're going during peak hours, you might be waiting a bit. But on normal weeknights, it's totally doable to walk in, grab a drink, and play without any stress. It's very laid-back in the best way. Downstairs, they host comedy shows and other performances, which makes it such a fun multipurpose hangout. People usually grab a drink and chill upstairs while waiting for their show to start, and it creates this really nice, social energy without feeling chaotic. Overall, Union Hall is a quaint neighborhood staple, great drinks, fun games, and a little bit of that old-school local charm. Perfect for a casual night out or something a little different from the usual bar scene. read more

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This is one of my favorite places. It's such a versatile spot, you never know what you're going to get. Sometimes it's crowded at the bar when there is about to be a show downstairs, but other times it's not. There is a lot of space with a lot of different moods in each. The regular bartender is always nice, even when it's stressful and busy. Good happy hour deals too. Haven't yet played bocce ball or tried any of the food but it's on my to-do list as I come here often! read more

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Big fan of union hall. They have some seating as well as bocce ball if you and your group want something to go. The bartenders are quick and drinks are reasonably priced for NYC. There's comedy every night and other events as well if you're looking for something else to do read more

Overall rating: 4.6 I've been here a handful of times & just writing a review. Great spot for solo, dates, friends and sometimes the occasional comedian show. I went on a Saturday and it skews a lot younger than I remember, but admittedly the last time I've been was maybe 4 years prior. read more

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We come here a lot for the comedy. It's a great venue, small and personal with a great vibe. Since there's a bar upstairs, a lot of people hang out for a few hours before the show starts. Last night was the second show we've been to where there have been a few people so intoxicated, they could barely function. Both times the drunk people heckled the performer and were generally unruly. I'd just like to give a shout out to the staff at Union Hall for handling both of these incidents in an incredibly professional manner. Things could have gotten really ugly last night. Well done staff! read more

Loved the "Jenny Hagel Gives Advice" show here. Union Hall deserves some kudos for hosting an event like this; Jenny of course for her creativity in making a creative and hilarious show like this. The room was a perfect size and the crowd was really great too. This is a lovely and spacious bar with excellent beers, but I highly recommend checking out their calendar for events too. read more

That sicilian spritz is delicious and fairly strong. Beer selection also great. Love the randomly huge bocce court. Wld return for sure!

I come here all the time for comedy shows. They have great performers, and it's a really intimate space on the bottom floor (not accessible), but it has really limited spacing and seats are tight. It's a bit uncomfortable if you don't get there earlier to have a seat, but there are similar issues at Bell House, their sister venue), though the latter is much larger. I haven't tried out the food -- have heard good things -- but they have a good standard cocktail/beer selection. read more

Phenomenal frozen margs. We loved our bartender, she was great and kept us filled before the comedy show! Burger, chicken sandwich, and fries tasted delicious and came out quickly from kitchen. read more

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Huge space, love the overall vibe and the amount of different activities you can participate or enjoy here. They offer bocce ball, shows downstairs and have multiple areas for larger groups. Feels like a cozy library and the crowd seemed late 20s/ early 30s; which is perfect. read more

It's been a while since I was here late at night but it's great to come here in early evening. They have a great happy hour deal (M-F from 4 - 7 pm). I love the $7 well drink special during that time (they have a similar deal for draft beer + wine). I've usually seen the same bartender in there and he always seems very nice. I find UH nice for sitting at the bar or for sitting on the sofas/cozy chairs and reading. It's just a very comfortable, unassuming vibe and there is usually good music playing in the background. Last time I was here it looked like they have a decent food menu, so if they're still doing that I'll have to try something next time. read more

This Union Hall shows what good ingredients can become. The restaurant's appearance and feel impress everyone. Workers here demonstrate genuine warmth while staying alert. Their cooking technique produced great results. I'll surely be returning here. read more

The restaurant provides real satisfaction. Delicious food, attentive staff. Their cooking style is innovative and each plate offers distinctive tastes. The employees handle all situations pleasantly. Flavorful dishes in a comfortable atmosphere... read more

This review is for the comedy shows that take place in the basement of Union Hall. They host comedy nights with a low cover and no minimum on food or drinks. Our friend suggested we check out a new show, WAR, starring some SNL folks. We made our way over to the quiet neighborhood. You would never assume a stand up show was being performed at this bocce ball bar. However, if you go towards the back, there are stairs which lead you to the basement. WAR was hilarious. The Moscow Mule was a nice treat ($10 for a small glass) but it did the job. They didn't offer food which I was disappointed with at first. However, after seeing the seating situation, you probably wouldn't want to be holding a platter of poutine anyway. All in all, the night was filled with lots of laughter and a good time. read more

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The vibes are immaculate here! I went on a Friday night for a friends birthday. Before midnight we were upstairs, playing, bocce ball, getting some drinks and ordered some food. The basket of fries with the garlic aïoli sauce had the spot, as well as the chicken sandwich, which was pretty massive (should be for $15!). When you order food, they give you a little beeper that will let you know when your food is ready. I thought it vibrated but mine didn't so I would watch out for that. It definitely glows red though. After midnight, we went downstairs for karaoke, and it was so much fun ! You get on stage like a true star and the Brooklyn vibes really do hit all the way through. Such a good crowd, so much fun! We danced and cheered everyone on. They even saying happy birthday to my friend and had her get on stage. I would totally come back here. Bathrooms here are all gender bathrooms and they're pretty clean ! read more

Been here multiple times recently for comedy shows downstairs (came for a Jena Friedman set, and then another Ilana Glazer set)...and have to say this along with The Bell House, are my favorite venues in the area (not the biggest fan of Littlefield). The upstairs bar has comfy couches where you can chill and have a conversation, or you can play bocce ball in the back. The place can get pretty busy at times, but the space is large enough to never feel cramped. Downstairs is typically where the shows are at. It's quite small and intimate, so you can get up close to the performers. They have a small bar downstairs, which is convenient so you don't have to go back upstairs for drinks. Love the laid back vibe here, and don't be surprised if you find well known comedians testing out material. Lots of talented local comedians who open here are great - last time there was this comedian with a whole bit about Olmsted (the restaurant, not the architect). Talk about hyper local humor! The guy had me rolling. Because comedians are testing material here, don't be surprised if they lock away your cell phones in these little magnet devices/pouches during the show. Nice chill, bar to hang out at, and a great venue downstairs for checking out your favorite comedians! read more

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Great atmosphere, comfy couches, cool bookshelves and bocce ball. BUT we got "nachos" and instead of salsa it came with slices of tomato. What even is this??? read more

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Came for a comedy show in the basement. Drinks were reasonably priced with a good variety and good service. The seats for the comedy show were a skosh cramped but in the end wasn't a big deal. The upstairs area seemed pretty cool so probably worth checking out on another night. read more

Live shows downstairs and very comfortable bar with indoor bocce on the first floor. Union Hall manages to pack a lot into a relatively small area. The downstairs room is small but most of the shows are very high quality. The first floor bar area is filled with couches and comfortable chairs. read more

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Had such a fun time here on Saturday! We were looking for something last minute to do & found this spot based on their comedy shows. The first floor was really spacious, with ample seating & a fun area to play bocce ball. There were a lot of people there but didn't feel overcrowded at all. Downstairs we saw a comedy show which was very intimate & a great show. Ticket prices range from $10-15 depending on the night and if you purchase online or at the door. I'll definitely be back for another show! read more

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June 2022: I've been to Union Hall for events several times now, and I do enjoy coming here for their Hack City comedy shows which are held in their lower floor. So far, I've always felt safe as they are quite strict with their events: IDs and vax card checks. Masks are optional due to their policy. The lower level is very intimate and has a bar and non gendered bathrooms for convenience. Their main floor is a casual, hipster lounge bar and bocce ball space and seems like a local hangout in the area. Overall, fun place to visit when in Brooklyn. Accepts cash, card, and Applepay. Bathrooms available. Open late! read more

Hahahahh this fucking place you think the comedy is in the cellar but it's really at the bar. Dark, rainy quiet night. I go to the bar and ask the bald 45 year old in his high school alma mater t-shirt bartender for a sample of the cider and he give me a look then reluctantly splashes some swill in a pint glass that the bar back just brought out. I pick up the glass and say, "oh, this glass is hot!" And he says, " I don't think so." Come. On. It's a hot glass. read more

*** This review is for a special event held in the basement space*** I cannot thank Kristen and her staff at Union Hall enough for making my birthday event such a huge success. I had actually signed a contract to buy out the basement space back in December 2021 and my event was Saturday, July 23rd. Kristen came on as GM in the meantime and I couldn't have asked for a better partner for my event. I have done event planning in the past and had a long list of details that needed to be executed on properly. From day one, Kristen's patience, attention-to-detail, and experience operating large venues and executing theater productions was the perfect recipe for success. From our first meeting to the email exchanges leading up to the event and execution on the day of, she was great to work with. She was even flexible on letting us get in to decorate a little earlier before the party started. Ian and the rest of the production staff were consummate professionals and perfectly executed on the run of show I provided. I also loved Jill the bartender, who really enjoyed our music, which was a huge plus for me. I wanted everyone to have a good time, or as good as possible, even though they were working. Most importantly, my guests and I had the best time. People will be talking about this event for years to come. And having great staff at Union Hall meant I could enjoy my special day without having to worry about anything going wrong. I want to thank them all from the bottom of my heart. And fully recommend having your special event here! read more

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Cool vibes! They have bocce ball, which is kinda cool. The inside vibes are very library meets bar, and I'm here for it. They also have happy hour until 7. read more

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Did the Thursday night comedy show in basement. Fun talent and setting. Nice bar library with bocce ball on Main Street level. read more

Went here with some co workers after work yesterday and the guy behind the bar was very rude. He seem to be in his late 40s early 50s. At the bar i was ready to order my drink and he tells me to hold on and proceed to take another customer who just walked in. I didnt say anything at first just was being patience. He took at least three other people before serving me my drink. towards the end of the night i had my card on file so i went back to the bar to get my card. So now he is telling me to wait again while taking other peoples drinks. He looks at me to tell me "whats wrong with your face why are you looking at me like that". I will never ever go here again. I see that the bartender caters to a certain type of people. i would not recommend this place to anybody. read more

Had drinks at Union Hall on Sunday afternoon. My biggest complaint is that I wish I had wandered into here sooner. Quality: We entered hoping they would have the World Cup on, but ended up staying despite no televisions, because the atmosphere was perfect. We cozied up near the fire with beers and cocktails. They have a very solid beer list with lots of local favorites, mixed with a few speciality cocktails. Everything you need. Towards the end of our visit we played a quick game of bocce, it is a lot of fun. Simply a great bar, whether you just want to sit and drink or if you want to play around with friends. Quantity: Strong pours for drinks. Value: $7-$9 for Beers. $10-$14 for Cocktails. Ambiance: Union Hall is a cool bar and event venue in Park Slope. Walking in on a cold and rainy day, there is nothing like a warm fireplace, comfortable leather couches, and beers. The front area feels very sophisticated, and a wonderful winter weather environment. Further back they have two massive bocce ball courts, a very cool element and something to keep groups busy. They also had a skinny outdoor area, but it was deserted this day. I believe they host events in a basement space, the walls were covered in upcoming comedy show flyers. The music was 90s pop and the only thing missing was a television or two. Crowd: A decent crowd on Sunday afternoon. A good place for groups as it has a large indoor area, plus bocce. Service: Friendly and efficient bartender. Parking: Some street parking in the area. read more

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Chill pub, good vibes, even on a rainy day on a Friday night in Brooklyn. Was pretty popular on the main floor where the bocce was, so we were moved downstairs where we were the only guests kind of just left in the dark. I like the cozy atmosphere of the bar, with the library theme, and the idea of being COVID-cautious with ordering on one's own mobile phone. The food was limited/average, but overall a good beer selection and it was pretty timely/efficient service. Maybe I'd come back with my group to take more advantage of the main level of the bar. read more

Cool spacious bar with a pleasant crowd. A couple of decent beers on tap, really good chicken wings.

A cool spot to hang out with your friends, you can come here to relax and read some book, play games like balling or watch stand up comedy read more

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Coziest bar in Brooklyn, hands down. Open until at least 2 every night. There are tons of events throughout the week, but rarely TOO crowded. Me and my fiancé come here to do homework during the week because they have plenty of couch/table seating. The bartenders are the best, always on the bal and the fries are great and fairly priced. Keep doing your thing. read more

They lost my credit card. This is pure incompetence. They couldn't find my credit card; this mean they are giving out credit cards to people that aren't the rightful owners. They lack intelligence and no one was helpful to find my card. This place is a joke. Shame on you. Do not come here. read more

I will never come back here ‼‼ Horrible establishment and very prejudice. Tonight when I was meeting my friend for her birthday I walked in and showed the bouncer "Anthony" my ID. He continued to say my ID was fake because I am from "Oregon" and because "it was flimsy." Mind you I am 24 years old and from Oregon. I told him to please scan my ID to check for age verification. He told me he couldn't and proceeded to tell me he was going to call the police on me. I then asked for the manager and the manager didn't say one word to me. When the police finally arrived, they of course told the bouncer I was actually 24 and that he was wrong. The manager then told me he was "sorry for the embarrassment" and nothing else. Not only was I one of the only black women in this bar, but the entire staff was unfriendly and not helpful. The bouncer continued to gaslight me and tell me I was underage when I was not. I would not step foot in this place again and I would never recommend to any of my family or friends. Don't waste your time here. read more

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Really great bar that has a little something for everyone. A bit of outdoor space, a nice cozy library feel in the front that even has a fireplace. The back area is a bit more loud with two bocce ball courts, and there is even an event space with live music and DJs in the basement. Solid local beer selection along with genuinely good cocktails. read more

OMG walked from corner to corner and cannot find this place! There are no signs that says "Union Hall" or anything and finally found it by the numbers "702". Walked in and looked to my left and thought I was at a fancy library. Walked further into the bar and saw bocce ball, okay Hmmm not bad... Stopped at the bar to get a drink and found that happy hour was $1 off of beers, mixed drinks, and wine. I'm a beer and wine drinker so I was excited to see there were local NY brews and unique ones that I've never tried. Not the typical Stella and Bud. Since now I know where this place is, I'll be back with a group of friends! read more

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I saw a comedy show here last night and had a great laugh! This venue is very easy to find and there was lots of available free street parking in front of it on a Sunday evening. The first level of the bar is so vintage, with a very long bar, bookshelves, antique decor and couches and even an area to play bocce! The basement level had a bar as well and that's where the performances were. There was a little stage with rows of folding chairs but I do wish that it was less cramped. I think too many people were allowed in because it was hard to get up to use the restroom or even adjust your seating and all the people made it very hot downstairs too. Other than that, it was an awesome experience and HILARIOUS show! read more

There's nothing I love more than having drinks outside in the middle of a NYC downpour after days of shvitzing. Our bartender was a power house setting up shop, mixing drinks, propping open tents, and greeting people that passed her by without breaking a sweat or anyone's balls. She was genuinely happy to see and interact with people even when they "sucked." She encouraged us to get snacks from the taco truck at the corner since they only serve pizza during these pandemic times. I could have sat there for longer drenched in rain instead of my own sweat if it weren't for the chill that started to set in at sundown. I can't wait to go back for their indoor dark wood and leather couch ambience and (fingers crossed) live music in the Fall. read more

Thank you to Union Hall and the staff for the great engagement party event on Saturday night for my daughter and her fiancé. It went very smoothly thanks to planning with Naomi, the event contact, and all the staff involved. The platform in the back of the bar was perfect for the party - cozy and apart from the rest of the main bar area, and the bocce fields added additional entertainment. Food was very good as well. Planning this from Virginia, we were hopeful that it was going to be all good, but it exceeded our expectations! Thanks Union Hall! read more

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Visited 'UH' a few days ago on a humble... Heard a few good things but man,let me tell you this ...the space was really nice with a great vibe.. The bartender was so chill and she explained how to play the game of Bocce ball... they have two lanes in the which I have never seen before in a local bar... I was surprised on how much Real estate they took up considering most places would use the space for dining .. But once we played our first game I definitely understood the method towards their madness.. Man did we have a blast... Drinks were also great with a decent happy hour .. I will definitely be going back for a rematch.. read more

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