50 Best Bars near Rockaway Park

“I've been waiting for this kind of place to come to Rockaway. It's what it needed. Truly a gem. B116th Rockaway just got bumped up with this place. Welcoming atmosphere, ambiance perfect, excellent choice of menu and the drinks keep flowing. Great live music too or DJ. I enjoy having my night caps here and a place to relax. All the best to Kat @ The Rose Den 🌹. Well done.“

“A great place to eat in and friendly atmosphere to have a few pints staff very attentive ☘️👍✅“

“Joe was an outstanding axe-throwing instructor! He explained everything clearly, made safety a priority, and kept the session fun and engaging the whole time. Whether you were brand new or already had some experience, Joe made sure everyone felt confident and improved their throws. His energy and encouragement really made the experience memorable. Highly recommend“

“Great place. Definitely must come back again.“

“Great sandwich app was a little qurkie nice place would read“

“Did know what to expect but everything was absolutely delicious. I got the Baba Bowl and added avocado and the apple bottom drink was yummy!“

“Good food and coffee and friendly staff👍👍👍👍👍“

“Beautiful bar and people , I felt at home and am new to the area but enjoy and recommend. I am impressed.“

“Excellent service great ambiance and excellent food!“

“My beautiful Grand daughter studied for the GMAT there. We enjoyed a delicious sandwich. The bathroom was nice I washed my hands. My beautiful grand daughter took a shot of whiskey then rode a bus LOL anyhoo great time in Brooklyn for all it was also Halloween and this fun loving grandma dressed as a cat. Then I chased my husband Roger around for some fun LOL I recommend coming here during the day esp sundays very nice reminds me of Ireland and I have ancestors there“

“Drove an hour just to come here for Premier League Morning. The bar was packed, drinks were flowing and the staff was having a grand time with patrons. Ordered the fish and Chips and a Heineken, my buddy got the Full Irish Breakfast, some wings, and a couple beers. The Cod beer batter was fantastic, super crispy fish that melts in your mouth. The buffalo sauce on the wings was also tasty. Prices are great for cash customers as well. My only negative is that when the door keeps opening the place starts FREEZING especially at the bar area but quickly warms up again when closed. Honestly a gem of a sports bar.“

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

“The food is amazing! We had the mussels, Brussels sprouts, artichoke hearts, chicken, shepherd’s pie, fish sandwich, and burger. The drinks were wonderful and the ambiance was so much fun. Really had a laugh at the bathroom with all the googly eyes.“

“Perfect event for farewell evening! Thank you!“

“Cute bartender and great beer. 🍺“

“One of the rare bastions of what NYC was and still holding strong by people like Richard. I’m only annoyed I just discovered it in the last year. I was told it’s been ten years since they opened. Get there early and be prepared to wait. Worth the wait. I have yet to have had a bad night and I now try to make it often.“

“Absolutely fantastic, touching documentary.“

“Honeycomb in Park Slope feels like the kind of place you stumble into on a night when you’re not looking for anything in particular — and somehow find exactly what you needed. The room is dim in a comforting way, the kind of light that softens the edges of the day. Music drifts through the space with the clarity of a private thought, never competing, just existing alongside you.
The cocktails come out unhurried, each one balanced in that subtle way that makes you think someone actually cared when they made it. People speak softly, almost as if everyone collectively agreed that this small bar deserved a gentler kind of conversation.
There’s nothing flashy here, nothing trying too hard — and maybe that’s why it stays with you after you leave. Honeycomb is simply a place where the night unfolds at its own pace, and for a little while, so do you.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“They don’t really have food so no rating on that. Great local vibey place. Lots of seating indoor and out, even if it’s a small place. Great DJs and music. People actually dance even though it’s not a club. Security is nice. More of a grab a drink with friends place and listen to music than cocktail bar or club. My go to place on Fulton. Swing by the halal cart after in front of the Franklin station.“

“The Crown Inn is an exceptionally wonderful neighborhood bar - everyone who works there is warm, friendly, and helpful. This is a great gathering spot any time of the year and an utterly unpretentious and welcoming place. I love their backyard and the bar offers NA choices like Athletics and other brands for any non-drinkers. So happy this place exists! A true neighborhood watering hole where there is always a great vibe.“

“Great food and very friendly staff!“

“We held a rehearsal dinner for my son and daughter in law at the Silverlight Tavern and everything was absolutely 10 Star Perfect!! The food, the party room, the bartender and the management were all so wonderful and made our event the perfect opening for a fantastic wedding weekend! I can’t thank you enough!!!“

“This is a cool spot and often has a great crowd. You can catch the football games on the projector. Please be warned, they force a 20% gratuity on your bill even just sitting at the bar. Maybe they do this because people don't enjoy tipping for extremely slow service which you will probably encounter. (The bartender with the glasses is pretty good though) On top of that, they nickel and dime you with a 2.5% credit card surcharge. I have never seen that at a bar before.“

“Great atmosphere, great service, and good drinks.“

“Best Bloody Mary! Best Saturday play list! Great bar! ❤️“

“Was on Date night at the Brooklyn Museum and went to dinner on a Friday night. Our sever Giovanni was excellent and helped us navigate the extensive cocktail menue. We eventually settled on Spicy Margs and had the Smash Burger and the Spicy Chicken, both were out of this world. I highly recommend Altar, sweet vibe, impeccable cocktails, off the chart food (for a bar) and the staff was super friendly.“

“A super welcoming, special gem: cheap drinks, great service and awesome indie arcade games. What else could you want? I turned up solo on a Monday night: there were bands playing, staff were super friendly and it all cost not even enough to make the minimum card spend. 100% would recommend, and I’d even travel to come back here on my next visit.“

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

“Gold Star Beer Counter nails what most places miss. The music is local and right — unexpectedly amazing — like someone actually thought about it instead of hitting play on some corporate streaming service. You can feel it’s picked by the same personalities you see at the bar, not a marketing team in another time zone. The vibe is warm, unforced, and human. No branding exercise, no playlist ‘strategy,’ just a room that knows exactly who it is and lets you enjoy it“

“Excellent food, nice selection of snd beer and dessert was outstanding. Will definitely revisit.“

“Great place to hang out! This bar has a fantastic atmosphere, friendly staff, and a great selection of drinks. Whether you’re looking to relax after a long day or have a fun night out with friends, this is the perfect spot. The music is good, the vibe is cozy yet lively, and the service is top-notch. Definitely a place worth visiting!“

“Bro They Created Like The Best Matcha I’ve Ever Had In My Life 😭 If yall come here. PISTACHIO Matcha Iced w Oat Milk. That shit is crazy. Life changing, It was so good I had to walk in and ask the manager the recipe for this. But I recommend anybody to try this if you trying to get into matcha“

“Celebrated my birthday there and it was a great time! Gyuszi was very communicative and supportive throughout the scheduling process. The happy hour deals were a hit with everyone who came. Overall was a wonderful experience and I would totally book here again.“

“Great Food and Service Fun Atmosphere !“

“Local hangout with tasty drinks!“

“Absolutely loved our experience at Layla!
The atmosphere was cozy yet vibrant, with amazing food and great energy all around. Everything we ordered was delicious full of flavor and beautifully presented.

A special shoutout to Marcus, our server and bartender, who truly made the it memorable! He was friendly, attentive, and had great recommendations . It’s rare to find someone who combines professionalism with such an easygoing and positive vibe.

We will definitely be coming back soon highly recommend Layla to anyone looking for a breakfast brunch or dinner .“

“Last month we held a surprise birthday party for my daughter there and it was great! The staff was great, the drinks were amazing, and the manager was incredible. She was very accommodating and welcoming. Give her a raise!! I’ll definitely be back! Their double margaritas are LIFE!“

“My favorite spot in Brooklyn.“

“The music is always good, people are fun, bartenders are friendly, decor is pretty metal and punk oriented, a fun place to go to.“

“Great food great drinks awesome sound.“

“Best menu- Delish good and ambience! Had the best time tonight!!!! Been customers for almost nine years and we love our staples💕💕💕“

“The food is spectacular, of course, but the service is equally spectacular. They are courteous and friendly - Michael went to a great deal of trouble to ensure our order was delivered in time for a "big" birthday. Five stars plus!“

“(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!“

“As a loyal customer of Maloneys, I am pleased with the setting, the crowd and the service. Michelle and Pam are amazing bartenders within this establishment. If you're looking for a scene to watch and discuss topics within SPORTS, look no further.“

“Nice place to unwind and enjoy great service from the awesome bartender's Shorn and Linval. Those drinks are amazing very punching. (Rum Punch)“

“Walked here from LES with my sister who used to live here and go to Union Pool back in the day. We came for a quick drink and to use the photo booth which was awesome. Love the atmosphere of the bar, reminds me of back in the day in the early 2000s lol“

“Great beer selection, friendly staff“