50 Best Beer Bars in Brooklyn

“Neighborhood gem. Great decor, homey, comfortable but well appointed. I have dined here alone and with family, both times it was a good atmosphere. GM Michael is really good and runs a good staff. The food is delicious- good for all types of diet restrictions. Fresh ingredients well prepared. Last but not least also great cocktails. Host and server were friendly and attentive. I will for sure be coming back here!“

“Yer basic taproom, a bunch of their own great beers on draught and can, mix of lager, IPA and silly stout. Bar staff that know the beers.

The afternoon I visited there was a DJ on playing some light rock, a nice amount of background ambience without getting in the way of having a conversation.“

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“I've come here sporadically in the past but after joining a local climbing gym last year, I come here almost weekly.

I've had the pleasure of getting to know some of the folks by name. And every one of them is kind and welcoming.

I'm also a fan of the beers! I have multiple favorites. There's always something new to try and everyone behind the bar is very knowledgable.

Also Billy Bob has a dope playlist he plays from time to time. All hiphop. East coast, west coast, NOLA, Texas, so much love for all regions.
A beautiful thing.“

“If you want to go into the best time warp of your life and eat all the most amazing food while hanging with the coolest staff in NYC, Bernie’s is for you. But don’t go because I don’t want to have to fight for a seat with the regular degular folks since I’ve been frequenting this hot spot for years! Jk it’s the absolute best I wish I could live there.“

“Cutest little neighborhood wine bar! The staff is very knowledgeable about all the wines they have available. (Shoutout to Austin and Tiffany.)
My friend and I stopped in on a Monday night after dinner. They let us try several different wines in order to make our selection.
Very intimate/cozy vibes and reasonable prices. Would be a great place for a date night!“

“(Nov 2014) Uber cool high tech mod fitout and no shortage of opinionated beer nerds (complete with obligatory cult brewery t-shirts). Even at 2pm on a Sunday arvo. Doesn’t quite have the warm of a traditional US bar but still pretty friendly. Very international list with a focus on left of centre. Pricing on the high side but reflects the quality of the beers. Served via cabernet glasses - a nice touch. I really grew to like the place and they use a small space well. Can I say it reminds me of Two Row in Melbourne? And....btw....the only other bar I have ever seen where punters are punching out tasting notes!“

“Great spot to hang out and I loved the music!“

“Incredible selection of craft beer. Great vibe, close to many great places to eat, the Barclay Center, Gowanus. Heated outdoor beer garden.“

“I don't know why it took me so long to write this review. I came in during brooklyn pride and there were two big boys behind the bar (love it). One of them was showing a bunch of chest hair (rawr). The place was absolutely packed and those two really held it down. I've been back a few times since and it has never disappointed.“

“The food was creative and beautiful! It’s a limited menu but what they do is a delight! It’s just a small bar setting so you see them creating your dishes. It’s a bit of a hole in the wall and not something you might just find. I highly, highly recommend!“

“Japanese curry is one of my favorite foods and I feel like it’s hard to get it just right - but A-un does! Their curry is the perfect thickness and spice level, and they give you plenty so you are’t left with more rice than curry. Seriously, the best I’ve had in NY and at a great price point with excellent service and ambience! Definitely returning.“

“I only got the falafel sandwich but OH MY DAYS was it good. First bite of that falafel:🤤 crunchy outside n moist interior. Listen man- they not cappin when they say it’s fresh here. The pita, the veggies, the falafel. I didn’t want it to end. HANDS DOWN BEST FALAFEL SAMMICH IN NY😮‍💨🔥🐗“

“I ordered a turkey burger on my lunch break, it came with fries and a pickle. It took about 15 minutes to make(which is exactly what they said) we love a punctual lunch! But the best part was the taste! Seriously the best turkey burger I've ever had. I went back to work and told everyone about it. If you are looking for a spot that has indoor seating, cocktails and beer, as well as great food, you should go here! Next time, I'm definitely dining in!“

“A cute little bar with good drinks and really huge portions of truffle fries. The ambiance is fun and quirky. But somehow the acoustics of the place amplified the crowd noise so much that it was impossible to hear my friend sitting next to me.“

“This place is really special. It does what it does perfectly but without too much bravado. The interior design, the music, the beer selection, and the small plates all show evidence of genuine care & excellent taste. Even just the way they slowly shift the lighting throughout the evening is clearly well-thought-out. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and seem to really enjoy being there. Every time I go the vibes are amazing. Few places I’d rather spend an evening.“

“It's a fab atmosphere, the only thing is you feel a little rushed as there is always a queue waiting to get in so they get you out as quick as possible ready for the next people and I would also say food is slightly overpriced saying that's I've now been twice and wounded go again.“

“I was at Wicked Monk for a party and the accommodations were very nice.
Cool atmosphere, nice decor, clean and the food was very good. Decent drink selection and the valet parking was slow but if I didn’t need to drive I would go back.

Kid-friendliness: They have high chairs and enough space for your bags

Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs“

“Coolest joint in the neighborhood“

“Cracking little scottish pub. I went down for the Monday night "session," some great fiddlers, and a few songs. Very warm welcome when I shared a song and a drink on the house at the end of the night. Great crowd, and we even made a few new friends. Slàinte Mhath.“

“A nice neighborhood bar with a huge courtyard, the restrooms were clean, the alcohol selection isn't particularly wide, but if you're looking to drink a beer close to home, this is a great place, the staff are nice people at not expensive prices at all.“

“Fantastic food, service and prices“

“I finally got around to trying this place. The burgers are on the smaller side but the taste is right up there. I ordered a plain double cheeseburger and asked for the sauce on the side. Their chicken chunks were really good also the honey mustard was great! I’m not a fan of custard shakes, however the vanilla custard here hit the spot. Overall really nice experience.“

“Best customer service I’ve ever received from bar staff. Very friendly, Attentive, and professional. Music was great !“

“While not very big, the bar area behind the curtain is a great vibe with some of the best cocktails I’ve had in a while. I asked for something caffeinated and icy and received a fantastic coffee based cocktail that was so great I just told the bartender to make me whatever he wanted for the second. The lemon - soda - minty cocktail he made next was even better!

The guy who studied in Oregon is a very talented mixologist and I don’t even know what my bill is gonna be yet - im sure it’ll be worth it.“

“Food was actually really good. The tea combinations are what they are about. They have a music jam Wednesday nights, as our of there entertainment options, and there's like other stores embedded in this one, it's like a mini market. It's an experience depending on the time of day or night you go. It's more like $5 -$15, I did there Cafe drinks and desserts / pasteries“

“This sweet bar is the best around! My partner and I recently had our little wedding party here and I cannot speak highly enough about the drink selection, ambience, or INCREDIBLE owners and staff. Definitely a favorite and we will be going back for years to come.“

“Cute Good Room offshoot w/vinyl DJ nights, cozy vibes & great tunes ⚫️⚫️🔊🔊“

“Great selection of beers from around the world!“

“The BEST selection of craft beers, charming atmosphere and excellent selection of to gos as well. Great location near other breweries. The owner Shane has long history of curating a fun local experience with the best taste of beers unparalleled in the area.“

“Great beer selection, friendly staff“

“Met up with some friends and Had a Great time!“

“Great venue to let your hair down and enjoy live music. Drinks are very reasonable.“

“I love this place for the affordable drinks and excellent entertainment provided by various talented Drag Queens and Drag Kings. Happy Hour is pretty cool. There’s stuff going on most nights. They have a Pool Table too and I believe starting a tournament soon.“

“This is my and my husband’s favorite bar. Great beer, great atmosphere, warm, and my water always gets refilled quickly! 🥳 Cory is a very caring and attentive owner and it’s a pleasure to see him on the days he’s at this location. He makes everyone feel welcome and hires staff who do the same. Note for parents: leave your kids at home. Some bars are great for hosting all kinds of events, children, dogs, etc. This bar is great for adults who like beer 🍻“

“This place is so comforting, the food, drinks,sitting, and the service. I've been there 3xs this week. The food is based on pretzels, like sliders, sandwiches, etc. You will love it.

Parking: Construction is around the area. Don't let that worry you.

Wheelchair accessibility: Enter from street level.“

“Overall rating: 4.8Such a great, chill spot that’s perfectly nestled in Bedstuy. I come here for the amazing happy hour and a bar crawl on a weekend date.If I lived in the area, I’d definitely become a regular here. Also love the names of the drinks. Very non-pretentious, yet not divey. Totally recommend if you live in the area or looking to try a new place.“

“Hollow Nickel is a five star at its price point. Get the smash burger! Mark is a great bartender. He knows the good places in Brooklyn . Nice place to relax if you need a place to chill or recharge. Ask mark for places to go or places to eat.
Pay a visit!“

“Tres bonnes pizza de très bons plats Delicious gnocchis. Je le recommande“

“Great vibes and a good selection of craft beers. Plenty of local options as well as some fun imports. They've got pinball in the back if you're into that as well. Only complaint was that the music was maybe a hair too loud for my taste“

“We hosted our night before the wedding welcome drinks here and had such a good time. We worked with Matthew who was always courteous, professional, and quick to reply. The space was great, our guests had a blast, and we're so glad we chose to have our event here.“

“Amazing!! Great place ! Sports! Oysters! Craft Beer“

“A quaint cozy place. Good food and drinks and great service. My friend has been there before and recommended it. I’ll definitely recommend it myself and return.“

“New name, same delicious food and friendly service! The chicken has always been a hit and I was pleasantly surprised to learn that they had updated their menu yesterday. I tried their loaded kimchi fries, spicy Korean fried chicken (which are now like chicken nuggets - no more chicken on the bone option, which was fine by me), and their scallion pancakes. I was very satisfied and happy!“

“We had a great bottomless brunch at Limosneros. The food was plentiful and delicious and the drinks were tasty and strong. For $30/person you get an entree and bottomless mimosas/sangria or $41/person to include margaritas too. It was nice to mix and match drinks throughout too. It wasn’t very busy and the staff were generous in providing our group pitchers of the drinks to pour at our own pace. Would definitely recommend brunch here!“

“This place is excellent! Super good service paired with excellent beer that is flavoursome and well priced with most beers around the $11 mark. Most people were in working and having a coffee which made it nice and busy with a good atmosphere even earlier in the day. If you like a craft beer you must stop by.“

“I wanted to grab some food and a few drinks on Thursday so some of my friends suggested
Freddy's bar and I have to say I tried their Philly cheesesteak quesadilla and tots it was amazing chef Mo really knows what he's doing in the kitchen. I just had one hiccup with a bartender I didn't catch her name but shes an older lady and has red hair, I'm not sure if she did it on purpose or not but every time I tried to order a drink it's like she looked right past me. After she left the bartender after her was attentive and nice I think his name is Lee he was pretty cool. Burlesque was fun. They also have this secret menu going on I'm definitely going to try it next time I just won't go as early.“