50 Best Pubs in Brooklyn

“I love a dive and this place provided! Aisling was phenomenal; she was constantly busy, yet consistently on top of everyone’s drink orders. She’s incredible!! Although I’m not a local, I was welcomed and treated as one. I can’t wait to visit again! Promised I’d be back, and I don’t break my promises. See you all soon :)“

“I hosted the after party for my wedding at Lavender Lake and it did not disapoint. The space was huge and affordable for a semi private area. They even had a DJ there that night who was so much fun. I highly recommend this space if you need to host a party in the area!“

“This place never disappoints. The food is always good; the staff is always friendly and the ambiance is always welcoming and relaxed. Recommend the smash burger; the kimchi and phili steak sandwich; the fries ( any of them ) and the Ceasars salad. Honestly you can't go wrong with anything offvthe menu.“

“kent is the best. extensive beer list with rotating drafts, impeccable energy for sporting events, and some of the best bartenders i've come across in the city. be sure to sit outside in the summer, hunter will take exceptional care of you!“

“I love this place. The atmosphere is friendly and so much fun. Watching a game here is a blast, and I don't even like sports.
The food is above average, the drinks delicious and the service is great. You have no reason not to check it out. Go!!“

“Great place with good cocktails and very good service!“

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

“(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!“

“The Canary, my new go-to.

I recently changed work neighborhoods, and this place instantly became my favorite. The bartenders are friendly, the atmosphere is laid back and welcoming, and late nights are full of industry folks, the kind of crowd that makes it feel like a neighborhood spot.

To top it off…the have the NFL ticket (as a Seahawks fan, that’s gold it is nearly impossible to catch a game on this side of the country, but here they’ve got me covered). Great food, great vibe…exactly what you want in a pub.

I love this place. Simple as that.“

“Great neighborhood tavern in Red Hook that we stumbled across while visiting family. The staff were so friendly. The blueberry cornbread was amazing, and they turned up the volume on the TV when Jeopardy came on. Love this place.“

“Love Connie Os we are family“

“Good neighborhood bar with good service and free food at times. Best deal in town.“

“Union Hall is one of the best venues we have ever performed at. Not only is it a fun and charming place, the staff are super hospitable, friendly, and accommodating. From planning to execution, Nora and Neel were very courteous and helpful. On the day of, Erin, Neel, and even the security guard Danny let us in an hour before our contract stated and helped us get set up early. Nothing but compliments and recommendations for these guys!“

“Excellent venue great food great service“

“I love this bar but their trivia takes forever. It’s been an hour and we are still in round #1. The hosts, though cute, do too much banter and the scoring system also draws out the process too long. Bless your hearts but I have a bedtime ?

TLDR trivia takes too long“

“After work drinks after a long day at work“

“Been coming here for over 10 years. Prices are reasonable and bartenders are friendly. Generally draws an older crowd but there's usually a mix. There's a dartboard, jukebox and several tvs. Doesn't serve food but outside food is allowed.“

“The Kent has great staff, food with an old world style. Great sports bar too, pay per view events. Great view of the Manhattan skyline!“

“Great bartender! Super nice and friendly 😊“

“My fiancée and I had to find a venue to host our engagement party in a short period of time and Mugs saved the day! Everyone on their team was super helpful and were an absolute pleasure to work with. They arranged for us to have the back room all to ourselves and even set us up with our own bartender back there, so all our guests could get drinks easily. The food from Rick and Pete's was also very tasty and our guests really enjoyed it.

Their event pricing was very reasonable and the space itself was cozy and laid back. If you're thinking of just grabbing a beer in the hood or planning a large event, I'd definitely recommend Mugs!“

“good service and good selection. many different drinks(not just beer), didn't try the food though.“

“legit and they do right by folk. best pub“

“Great chill spot with chill bartenders and other patrons. Single cash payment pool table is amazing. Two fun old school game machines. Always cool and never hot inside during these summer days. Today is almost 90 degrees and it's nice inside of Denny's! One large big screen TV's on the opposite side of the bar and two medium sized TV's facing the bar which are all great and perfectly placed. Cool dart board game available as well. Atm machine that always comes in clutch for me as this is a cash only bar which is my preferred method of payment anyways at bars. In addition to the great atmosphere they sell delicious pretzels, pizz, a great selection of beer with the Lagunitas IPA in a chilled glass from a perfectly temperatured tap as my go to and a great liquor selection. Bringing outside food is very welcomed as well.“

“Was great!! Food was delicious as usual!“

“I just recently moved back to Bay Ridge after years away. Going into Bean Post I was welcomed and felt right at home on my 1st visit. The Food is fantastic and the mixed drinks they know how to pour them in Brooklyn. They offer fantastic meals especially there Thanksgiving meals you can pick up. My girlfriend had major surgery about 2 weeks ago. It was not possible for us to cook a Thanksgiving meal. WE ordered 2 Thanksgiving meals and the portions were amazing and a value we could not find anywhere else. The Turkey Dinners we purchased and the joy we had sharing Thanksgiving together with our dinners from Bean Post made it a Wonderful Holiday. We are now looking forward to ordering Christmas dinners from Anthony and his family. They treated us well. THANK YOU!“

“Great place! Awesome service!“

“Feeney’s pub is a home away from home good ppl and great bartender’s always have good experiences. I have had my birthday’s there a few times and also thrown few party there and it’s always a great experience with great ppl so I will recommend Feeneys for any occasions you have“

“The only reason I gave the food a 4 is they sell what is supposed to be macaroni and cheese it was shell and a white sauce I kept tasting it in hopes I would taste a hint of cheese no such luck Everything else there is quality and as expected. I live their wings they are fresh and not pumped with steroids.

The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is friendly.“

“Love it there. always a fun night“

“Great service and great food“

“Best fries ever! The burgers use to be good... Idk if the changed management or workers but, definitely not the same as a year ago when I first came here. Vegetables are not fresh & not enough quantity. I had to ask for a good amount of veggies on my burger since the last time I went there all they gave me was a leaf of lettuce (the core!) & 3 strips of onions. Ps Spicy mayo sauce is good“

“This bar has a dart board, Touch Tunes and a back yard. Drinks are not expensive. I Love this spot.“

“I’ve been coming here for many years. I’m always treated with respect. I never had any issues ordering drinks, to me there’s no wait time and all my drinks are made perfect. I highly enjoy the atmosphere, the crowd. It’s an awesome chill spot.“

“the dumplings were amazing“

“One of our favorites in Park Slope!“

“A wonderful Bay Ridge bar with its heart in the right place ❤️“

“Great neighborhood bar. Friendly bartenders, welcoming atmosphere.“

“I stopped in to have a couple of drinks prior to going to see the Christmas lights in the neighborhood.

This is such a great little cash only dive bar in Dyker Heights. My bartender (whom I didn't get his name) was fast and friendly. I got a couple of Bloody Mary's as that is one of my main cocktails, and they were very simple and tasted great.

I really liked the vibe of this bar where it wasn't too noisy with loud music. They also have several TVs displayed if you want to watch a game.

The prices for drinks are super cheap as my Bloody Mary's only costs $8. As far as food goes, I believe the only food offering they have is pizza.

Overall, I definitely like this place, and I will most certainly stop in again for a drink or two or three the next time I am in the area.“

“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!“

“The Starlight Tavern is a local gem. It’s the place you meet up with friends, have some cocktails and enjoy a truly delicious meal. Many restaurants and bars have come and gone over the years - but it’s the unique combination of great food, perfect pours and immaculate service that separates Starlight from the crowd.

Highly recommend and will continue to come back every time we are in the neighborhood.“

“good service and good selection. many different drinks(not just beer), didn't try the food though.“

“Best Bar in the neighborhood. Always treat me with the utmost respect“

“My buddy and I wanted to play some darts. We suck at darts. We walked into Moot and there was a league dart game going on. We instantly thought a couple of dart schlubs like us wouldn't be the most welcome on league night. We couldn't have been more wrong. Every single person in the bar was friendly and enthusiastic that more folks wanted to play darts. They let use the practice board with the house darts and we had a great time. This is exactly the type of neighborhood bar you want on every corner. Couldn't have been better!“

“Moving to Parkslope/ Downtown Brooklyn from the Bronx, adjusting to new neighborhood, ha, the rival borough. Surrounded by such beautiful, unique diversity in the culinary arts and experiences; The North Pole, within a year of my arrival to the neighborhood, organically has become my to go spot, my safe space. Not just when I visit alone to work on my writing at 2/3 in the morning, but also when I’ve brought a close friend to vent about her romantic relationships and heartaches, but also just to unwind and get lose, momentarily pausing once day-to-day adult struggle, by getting lost in Cartoon Networks imaginary worlds though caricatures of our human dreams and desires. It’s a great mix crowded. Clean bathrooms. Good vibe out front in the smoking area. Great conversations. What sealed it for me was and is the goose guava beer on tab. The owner is great and I’ve personally have witnessed him stand up, to the point of dismissing and politely welcoming those who don’t mind their business and disrespect others just for their own ignorance. He’s very firmly has told those folks that The North Pole isn’t the place for hate and discrimination. That aloneeeeeeee without me realizing made me stand harrddd and support this The North Pole Bar out of the more than 20 locals on the strip to grab a beer from. The price is right. The vibe is right. The love, respect, and community is felt.“

“Great local place with very good entertainment. Love the bartenders!“

“Dash and Sean are the best bartenders in the hood“

“The place has old school/pub atmosphere and nice outdoor seating. The service was great. In terms of the food, the fried dishes were outstanding. The onion rings were light, fluffy, the fried pickles were crispy and the right proportion of batter to pickle. The chicken wings were crispy and juicy. I am very excited to try the fish and chips next time. The burger was just ok“

“Did you enjoy the period of time for this part of brooklyn from 2009- 2016? Cool, this place exists in a time warp and still has those exact vibes. Good for all night or hopping and popping down grand street. Tip your bartenders. RIP to diamond bar.“

“Three of us visited this cocktail bar on a Thursday evening, and despite being a weekday, it was already buzzing with a weekend-like energy. We chose to sit outside, which was perfect—the weather was lovely, and the ambience was vibrant. Service was a bit on the slower side, but nothing too bothersome.

My friends ordered orange wine and enjoyed it, while I skipped drinks and went for the fried pork chop. It turned out to be more like a pork schnitzel: a breaded cutlet served simply with a charred slice of lemon. The flavor and quality were excellent, though the portion felt small for the price, especially since it was plated like an entrée without any sides. Still, I was satisfied with it.

Overall, it’s a stylish spot—great for hanging out with friends, a casual date, or just unwinding with a drink and some light bites.“

“Best place in Brooklyn and probably in whole NYC! We felt welcome and spent best time! Good luck and all the best! ❤️“