Food and drinks were fine but the service was genuinely stressful. While I was trying to order at the bar with cash in hand, a server came up to me and said “you should just order from me”. I ordered and still had cash in hand when she brought the food, but she didn’t give me a chance to pay because she basically slammed my stuff down on the counter next to me and walked away in a rush without looking at me. A little later I stepped away from where I was standing to talk to my friend and the server started harassing random people standing around where I had been eating, giving a description of me and accusing me of stiffing her- several of them asked me what was up when I returned shortly after, which was embarrassing, unnecessary, and uncomfortable for all parties involved! If the place is going to be cash only they need to figure out a system for that that includes room for people to move around the premises without having their character questioned.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Sangeeta Joshi
The art deco, old style bar left us feeling sad with its cocktails, service and music. The Bees knees cocktail with gin was way too sour. Waited a long time to pay the bill. The bartender got the tip he deserved and he was not shy of showing his displeasure about it, was almost rude.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Zac Gausland
Cute spot for a date. Drink was good too Cash only
Mary Kedo
really didn’t want to write this, but… what an unpleasant experience.
Came here with a friend on a Wednesday night. The bar was completely empty—not a single person sitting there except us. You’d think in a quiet setting like that, the service would be at least decent. Nope.
The bartender clearly wasn’t in the mood to be there. He looked either extremely tired or just mad at the world. Not a smile, not a greeting, no “hey, what can I get you?”—just a very cold, unwelcoming vibe from the start. We ordered a couple of appetizers and cocktails, finished our drinks, and were sitting there waiting to catch his attention. Mind you, the bar is EMPTY. He kept passing by us like we were invisible.
Eventually I had to ask for another round. Again—no warmth, no energy, just dead eyes and attitude. We got another appetizer, finished the drinks again… and yet again, had to wait forever for him to notice we were done. Like, what else is he doing? Polishing his resentment?
When I asked for the check, he casually dropped, “Oh, it’s cash only.” No heads-up beforehand, nothing. So we scraped together whatever cash we had—enough to cover the bill and leave whatever small tip we could. We weren’t being stingy, we literally just didn’t have more on us. We were there for barely an hour and asked for the bare minimum.
And THEN—this man actually brings the change, watches us get ready to leave, and suddenly finds his voice to count the cash out loud in front of us and go, “Is this it?” Like… excuse me?
We were honestly stunned. He saw exactly how we paid and that we gave everything we had left. His passive-aggressive attitude was totally uncalled for. It left such a bitter taste after what should’ve been a chill midweek drink. Comparing this night to the other time I came here—wow, what a difference. That night was fun and full of good vibes. This? Zero energy, zero hospitality.
It’s frustrating that there’s no contact info for the manager, because this definitely deserved to be addressed. But hey—unless I come back on a Wednesday just to relive this mess and confront the bartender (kidding… mostly), I’m never spending another dollar here.
Do better. Empty bars don’t give you an excuse for empty service… P.S. still willing to address my concerns to the manager, because I want to enjoy the service at the bar where I was planning to come regularly
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fingers
Kayla Brathwaite
Bar w/ great vibes. Could be nice for a date but bring cash
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kayless M
OG Bushwick bar. Still holds up as one of the best. Chill vibes, cool staff, great soundtrack, great drinks and bites.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fingers, French Fries
Mina Kim
Great neighborhood bar with a chill vibe where you can actually have a conversation. I could even read a book here. I love the semi-outdoor bar seatings by the backyard.
hands down the best bar everrrrrrrr!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and drinks were fine but the service was genuinely stressful. While I was trying to order at the bar with cash in hand, a server came up to me and said “you should just order from me”. I ordered and still had cash in hand when she brought the food, but she didn’t give me a chance to pay because she basically slammed my stuff down on the counter next to me and walked away in a rush without looking at me. A little later I stepped away from where I was standing to talk to my friend and the server started harassing random people standing around where I had been eating, giving a description of me and accusing me of stiffing her- several of them asked me what was up when I returned shortly after, which was embarrassing, unnecessary, and uncomfortable for all parties involved! If the place is going to be cash only they need to figure out a system for that that includes room for people to move around the premises without having their character questioned.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
The art deco, old style bar left us feeling sad with its cocktails, service and music. The Bees knees cocktail with gin was way too sour. Waited a long time to pay the bill. The bartender got the tip he deserved and he was not shy of showing his displeasure about it, was almost rude.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Cute spot for a date. Drink was good too
Cash only
really didn’t want to write this, but… what an unpleasant experience.
Came here with a friend on a Wednesday night. The bar was completely empty—not a single person sitting there except us. You’d think in a quiet setting like that, the service would be at least decent. Nope.
The bartender clearly wasn’t in the mood to be there. He looked either extremely tired or just mad at the world. Not a smile, not a greeting, no “hey, what can I get you?”—just a very cold, unwelcoming vibe from the start. We ordered a couple of appetizers and cocktails, finished our drinks, and were sitting there waiting to catch his attention. Mind you, the bar is EMPTY. He kept passing by us like we were invisible.
Eventually I had to ask for another round. Again—no warmth, no energy, just dead eyes and attitude. We got another appetizer, finished the drinks again… and yet again, had to wait forever for him to notice we were done. Like, what else is he doing? Polishing his resentment?
When I asked for the check, he casually dropped, “Oh, it’s cash only.” No heads-up beforehand, nothing. So we scraped together whatever cash we had—enough to cover the bill and leave whatever small tip we could. We weren’t being stingy, we literally just didn’t have more on us. We were there for barely an hour and asked for the bare minimum.
And THEN—this man actually brings the change, watches us get ready to leave, and suddenly finds his voice to count the cash out loud in front of us and go, “Is this it?”
Like… excuse me?
We were honestly stunned. He saw exactly how we paid and that we gave everything we had left. His passive-aggressive attitude was totally uncalled for. It left such a bitter taste after what should’ve been a chill midweek drink. Comparing this night to the other time I came here—wow, what a difference. That night was fun and full of good vibes. This? Zero energy, zero hospitality.
It’s frustrating that there’s no contact info for the manager, because this definitely deserved to be addressed. But hey—unless I come back on a Wednesday just to relive this mess and confront the bartender (kidding… mostly), I’m never spending another dollar here.
Do better. Empty bars don’t give you an excuse for empty service…
P.S. still willing to address my concerns to the manager, because I want to enjoy the service at the bar where I was planning to come regularly
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fingers
Bar w/ great vibes. Could be nice for a date but bring cash
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
OG Bushwick bar. Still holds up as one of the best. Chill vibes, cool staff, great soundtrack, great drinks and bites.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fingers, French Fries
Great neighborhood bar with a chill vibe where you can actually have a conversation. I could even read a book here. I love the semi-outdoor bar seatings by the backyard.
Best fries ever
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
beautiful
Atmosphere: 5
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Amazing backyard, great prices. Industry workers get 50% off drinks on Mondays!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Amazing place. Old school bar with the best music, low cozy lights, beautiful backyard and the nicest staff ever.Favorite spot around Bushwick
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
super chill and cozy spot. awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heaven is a place on earth.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great neighbourhood cocktail bar with a solid drinks menu, and a great atmosphere.
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