50 Best Cocktail Bars near Arverne

“A small and cozy restaurant with a little bar. There aren't a lot of large tables so it might be hard to come here with a big group. The vibe of the place is fun and there is plenty of interesting decor. The Poke Bowl was below average. I'd try something different if I come back here again. The staff were friendly.“

“Sometimes you’re just looking for a little beach time and some great BBQ – and Batesy's BBQ delivered on both! We were in town helping another G-FORCE location with an Amazon project, so naturally, we took a break to explore the local food scene. First Impressions: We kicked off with the Deviled Eggs – the jalapeño added a nice little kick while the bacon... well, it was bacon – crispy and delicious. Next up were the House Pickles – sweet, vinegary, and unexpectedly tasty. Who knew pickles could be this good? The Mains: Harry went with the Pulled Pork – packed with flavor, moist, and paired with an excellent sauce. The Potato Salad stood out with just the right-sized chunks, and the Cornbread? Perfectly crispy on the outside. Steve opted for the BBQ Chicken – tender and juicy, coated with that same outstanding house sauce. And the Kielbasa? This place might not be Polish, but they nailed it – full of flavor and definitely a surprise hit! The Potato Salad reminded us of Grandma’s homemade classic, and the Collards had a unique twist that, honestly, we didn’t hate. The rest of the table didn’t hold back either – from the Burger to the Mac and Cheese and, of course, more Pulled Pork, it was all a hit! No complaints across the board – Batesy's BBQ is definitely a must-stop if you’re in Rockaway Beach. #BBQLovers #PaintAndPlateCrew #GForceOnTheGo #FoodieFinds #WinWithVSB“

“Can’t believe this place doesn’t have 6 stars. Favorite new spot in the neighborhood.

Vibes vibes vibes. Truly a vibe wondeful spot to be.

Food and drinks are unique and fantastic. Portions are small, but like, very much by design? Like that’s what they’re going for shareable plates. Especially liked the 30 slices of beef skewer.

Loved every cocktail I got. Milk punch and the caipariniha riff (can’t remember the name). Just lovely, tasty, unique drinks.

Staff was so welcoming and warm. You feel like you’re a guest in the home of the people who work there and they all live together.

Music did seem a little loud when I walked in, but then I didn’t notice it. Didn’t have trouble hearing, and great music.

I will be back many times.“

“Fantastic food, twist on classic Americana. Great drinks and service“

“Be sure to check out karaoke on Mondays. The karaoke system they use is Karafun. It has a wide selection of songs. The karaoke mics are a little faulty, meaning they will go in and out during your songs.
All the Bartenders are no-nonsense, so it does feel pretty strict, but I'd rather that bartenders who chat too much with their friends and always take smoke breaks...
Drinks are reasonably priced, and the alcohol pour is sometimes too weak.“

“💯👌 Drinks ✅ Food ✅ Vibe ✅“

“I stumbled upon this place by accident while browsing the map, and it turned out to be an incredible culinary experience. The special summer menu was especially impressive. I tried the burrata, steak tartare, summer tomato soup, striped bass, and the Harvest Burger—every dish was delicious. Friendly staff and a wonderful, welcoming atmosphere made the experience even better.“

“Had an amazing time. The staff were super nice. Would definitely recommend and go back.“

“Had a great after-work visit at Cocktail Bed-Stuy! I came across it while looking for somewhere to go, saw the good reviews, and decided to try it out.

Loved the cozy vibes and cool atmosphere. Shout out to Oscar the bartender was friendly and made the experience even better. I spent most of my time at the bar, and the staff was welcoming.

They also have an outdoor space that I’ll definitely check out next time. Overall, it’s a cool place to hang with friends. Can’t wait to go back!“

“Always a great time at Skytown !!!“

“Not only the best Persian food I’ve ever had, but one of the best meals I’ve ever had. The lamb ribs are an absolute MUST. Everything is fresh & delicious, traditional yet innovative. 10/10 and I will be dreaming of this meal for a long time. Lovely staff and vibes as well.“

“Came here in for a quick drink while I was waiting for a show and couldn’t be happier. Friendly staff, great drinks and a very relaxing atmosphere. If you are looking to unwind after a long day with a perfectly crafted drink this is the place to go. Austin was my bartender and I had the Gentlemen Buck.“

“A warm welcoming place offering French Creole cuisine from Reunion island. A compact menu offering very reasonably priced apps and mains, and a lot of lentil and rice. Ordered the sampler though a few items we wanted were out. Tender coconut shrimp and beef Bourguignon entrees were excellent. We were well taken care of by the staff.“

“My friends and I had a lovely afternoon at The Rockaway Hotel Pool house. We were greeted by a warm and friendly hostess, Isabella, who made us feel so welcomed. Our beautiful table was in the perfect spot to take in all of what the Rockaway Hotel has to offer. The outside bar and Pool house are exquisite. The pool was bustling with excitement. Our waiter, Andrew, was polite and helpful . I highly recommend coming to The Rockaway Hotel because their staff is highly professional and attentive.“

“Super great Cocktailbar! And great performances!“

“We had breakfast there the morning of 5/30/26 (we were attending a wedding). There was an older gentleman with an Irish accent who was very sweet & funny. I was recently diagnosed with Celiac's disease, so the staff made sure I was able to get something without getting sick. He said the chef wasn't sure about the mozzarella for my dish, but me & our server were quite sure it was safe. I was just happy to find something that was vegetarian & gluten free! He even came over & took my pulse LOL! Excellent food & staff!“

“I tried the Wandering Barman's collection of cocktails over the weekend, and I must say that they exceeded all expectations! These handcrafted drinks were fresh and tasted better than if a professional bartender had just made them. I can't wait until they are available in Washington, they will be a staple in my home bar! Cheers!“

“This is honestly one of the best Japanese restaurant in NYC! As a raw fish lover, I’m always looking for places that serve truly high quality fish, and this place absolutely delivers. Super fresh fish, and an amazing dining experiences!“

“Great little place with amazing ambiance and delicious food. Can't wait to come back.“

“The second time here... Very nice atmosphere, "real chill"... Very good music. People are kind.... And the girl who works here is so kind and polite. She is awsome. ❤️“

“From the moment I walked in, I felt right at home. The welcome was warm, genuine, and inviting. The atmosphere made me feel like family from the start. And the food? Absolutely amazing! Every dish was flavorful, fresh, and prepared with love. You can truly tell that they take pride in both their service and their food. I highly recommend this restaurant and can’t wait to come back!“

“the place is phenomenal the pizza is outstanding you get treated with love like family once you walk through those doors the cocktails are creative and delicious Caesar salad oh my God but the pizza unbelievable I recommend this place to the world🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕“

“Exceptionally friendly staff — almost surprisingly so for NYC. Feels like a family run business! We felt very welcome and the drinks were pretty reasonable.

Live DJ on a Friday night but it wasn’t too loud for us to chat at a table. We had a lovely night out with a group of almost ten.“

“Cute cocktail spot nestled in Ridgewood. We were poking around some of the stores nearby and then stopped in for a drink - though we didn’t try, the Monday Greek specials were a pretty good deal, and the cocktails we did order were both good! It’s a unique bar for the area and I’m interested to try the downstairs (bartender said it’s a music / event space) next time when it’s not 5pm on a Monday lol.“

“Great service and food. Great view of the bay. Parking in easy.“

“The service and food is amazing. Highly recommend.“

“Rad dudes, Rad spot! Great cocktails, Great tunes!“

“Brooklyn native but just moved into this area with my man, so we had to check this place out. Stopped in mid-day for food and drinks and it did not disappoint!

We ordered karaage, hamachi crudo, a roll, shishito peppers, brussel sprouts, scallop ceviche, and the spicy salmon crispy rice. Everything hittt

Had some unfiltered sake and a cocktail.
And Mikey behind the bar was amazing, super attentive, made excellent recommendations, and took care of us the whole time. One of the best food and service experiences we’ve had in Brooklyn.

New neighborhood spot unlocked. We’ll be back.“

“food is amazing and cocktails even more so. highly recommend!“

“This a great place to spend with family and friends, very efficient and very comfortable service, Johanna and Laydi two people I meet since I arrived to the place leyes very efficient on her job to provide us a table and service Johanna the waitress checking us every time, very nice music different country in the house babyyyyyy… very nice ambient 😇I just love it and recommend it. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻“

“it's such a beautiful spot couples have to go hear and they are so nice to black people I swear 😍🥰🥰“

“Wonderful food in a beautiful garden setting ( indoor seating also French cozy)“

“everything was delicious, atmosphere was fantastic, service was great. Highly recommended!“

“unos delos mejores restaurantes en la cuidad de long island la comida es espectacular con sabor criollo ..el ambiente muy familiar“

“Great spot for a date night or just sitting by the bar for small bites and drinks! The food here was amazing. We've been here a few times and usually get a few small plates to share and every dish is fantastic, particularly the Spanish meatballs and the fresh calamari! The drinks are always great and feel like they're made with fresh ingredients!

This is definitely a hidden gem for those who are local but also deserves all the hype it can get.“

“I recommend everyone that requires excellent pallet for their dining pleasure, service that is second to none and great mixology, then Have It Haviland’s Way“

“excelente 👌 el servicio es de lo mejor la música la comida y el ambiente“

“We had an absolute blast! If you are looking for a spot with incredible live music and a fantastic vibe, this is it.
The bands were phenomenal, they were absolutely working the room, bringing so much energy, and playing amazing sets. Kept the whole place alive.
The drinks were excellent and expertly made, and we had a lot of fun sharing a bunch of delicious appetizers. It’s the perfect recipe for a great night out in Brooklyn. We will definitely be back for more live music soon!“

“Insane burger. Insane honey tater tots. Incredible rice cheese cakes like a blended Big Mac.“

“Great concept. Drinks were on point, bartender was on top of things. Quick serve cocktails with complexity that would take 10x the time to build from scratch . Small quaint space, an expansion is in smart move in the future.“

“Nice cozy neighborhood spot good for drinks and appetizers and food great ambiance“

“This place is beautiful awesome playlist. I went on a Sunday and there was plenty of parking but I am sure it would be more difficult on a weekday until after 6pm when street parking becomes available. The burger and fries very solid, the el mensajero drink was excellent, I had some toast with ricotta, honey and almonds that was really good as well. It wasnt very crowded but the space is awesome I would like to go back on one of their event days. Overall good experience will come back for sure.“

“Lilli's is exceptional. The menu is nothing short of amazing, both inviting and inventive. The food was very tasty and came hot and in a timely fashion. The ambiance carried a nice vibe, with music playing in the background, not to loud, and low lighting that set just the right mood. I will certainly be back again and again.“

“The music is always on point. Come on a sunday if you are into Karoke, it is a vibe.“

“My experience at this place has always been remarkable very congenial awesome staff overall excellent food no matter what and I can’t wait to come back sincerely, LindaC“

“Went to Double with my girlfriend to watch the Knicks game and had a really fabulous time. The food was great; drinks were very good and the atmosphere was perfect for the game. Loved the New York crowd and the Bartenders treated us really well. Great spot in general for a relaxed date night.“

“The food was amazing. The owner is also really nice you can tell he cares about his customers experience at the restaurant. The service was also pretty good. I just wish the waiter checked on us a little more but other than that the restaurant was great I would recommend it.“

“Unique drinks and sandwiches, great prices“

“Awesome environment!! Soso, the Manager, made it extra special and made it very accommodating! Good vibes, fantastic food, and just overall “wow!” Katie at the bar was phenomenal, too. Will definitely be back!“