50 Best Beer Bars near Rockaway Park

“We were a group of 23 to celebrate my sister’s birthday, and John, Alex, the staff could not have been more attentive and accommodating. The beer was awesome, the appetizers delicious, the venue just gorgeous, the music and the vibe so good!! We will be back again!“

“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!“

“Cute bartender and great beer. 🍺“

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

“My favorite Japanese around. Homestyle dishes and wonderfully fresh and simple sushi, nothing flashy or gimmicky, just real-deal authentic food. I can always walk in and get a table which means others maybe have not caught on yet! 👀 Love you A-un“

“Between the aimrt and the staff, this place is awesome. I have heard that the beer is also awesome here too(but I can't drink it). However they have more than beer and they have na too! They play all the major sports if that's your thing. You can reserve tables for parties. Beers are great, staff are great! Seriously give them all the tips. And they often have pop up food, whis had always been spot on! Tonight was good by Q! Yummm... I hope you get a Q food night! Also, all bathrooms are non gendered and clean. Drink here be happy..“

“So excited to see this place open!“

“We had an informal baby shower drop-in at Pinkerton recently and it was the best experience. The manager and owner were so helpful before hand - helping me figure out the menu, ordering a few non-alc wines, make sense of the space - and then were accommodating, gracious, and so responsive during the event. And the food, atmosphere, music, was perfect.“

“Finally decided to try Bernie’s and I was so pleased with my experience. They do the simple things SO well. By far the best moz sticks I’ve ever had. The burger was incredibly solid. The Cesar could’ve used a bit for dressing. I also got the tiramisu special and it was HUGE. Omg I couldn’t finish it all by myself but you definitely get your moneys worth. I think everything was a fair price for amount and size that you are getting . Will be back and bringing friends!“

“What a hidden gem! Namdo Brooklyn has a lovely, modern interior with a cozy, hole-in-the-wall vibe that makes it absolutely perfect for a date night. Unlike a lot of trendy spots, it wasn't overly loud, so we could actually sit back and enjoy a great conversation.
The perilla seed oil noodles were incredibly flavorful- as a Korean tryuly enjoyed it and Yangneum fried chicken was crispy & sauce was tasty reminded me the famous one in Sokcho, Korea that I craved! My husband loved the kimchi fried rice with pork belly-!
A beautiful space with amazing food—highly recommend! Definitely coming back for other menus :)“

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

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

“This place is a must-visit for a drink or a cocktail. Whether you’re in the mood to socialize or unwind, it’s the perfect spot. The bartenders are exceptional and always attentive. They make sure you’re comfortable and check on your cup regularly, which I appreciate. The prices are always reasonable, and I’ve never been overcharged for anything. I highly recommend this place and give it a 💯% rating 10/10.“

“I called the restaurant just to make sure if the places still open. The person answer the phone call I said was what time do you open next thing you know he hanged up on me so rude and that’s not business like with a customer that’s on the phone. I give you zero stars.. Who ever answer the phone 4/18/26 at 8:30. very rude n the phone. I'm pissed off right now..“

“Great selection of beers from around the world!“

“Gold Star is the perfect neighborhood beer bar. It features an excellent rotating selection of brews served by friendly and knowledgeable barkeeps. The inside bar is chill with eclectic music wafting from the turntable. The sidewalk seating is my favorite place in Brooklyn to enjoy a cold beer on a nice day. And their little kitchen serves up tasty sandwiches, cheeses, and meats. It does get crowded on the weekend, so sneak out on a Tuesday afternoon and get yourself a beer.“

“(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 best food and friendly spot ❤️“

“Love this place . Nice drinks and beautiful environment . Very cute bartenders. Lindo demais . ❤️😎“

“Great for a magazine launch. Cult magazine“

“I came in late last Friday night for a night cap with a couple of friends and had a great time. The bartender working that evening was incredibly welcoming and did an amazing job. It was refreshing to see a woman behind the bar (my friend who visits regularly commented that she normally has only seen male staff), and we really enjoyed the positive vibe she brought to the space. We had such a wonderful experience that we ended up staying much longer than we originally intended.

Please pass along our compliments to her for the fantastic service.“

“I live in Forest Hills and I’ve been to this place a few times in the last few months with some friends and let me tell you their beer doesn’t taste any better then a cheap beer or ale from the 99 cent store. I really don’t like to write bad reviews to businesses especially with the pandemic and how bars/ restaurants are struggling to make ends meet today, but I really have had it with this so called owner that was beyond rude to me after I stopped by and used the restroom. I have come as a customer a few times and really needed to make an emergency restroom stop. Since I had patronized his establishment before, I didn’t think it would be a big deal to quickly use the restroom. When I got out of the restroom the owner was very rude and nasty to me, telling me to never come back to his bar. I asked him why and he said because I wasn’t spending money and that my type shouldn’t be allowed to come to his place. I was appalled at his behavior and attitude and told him I will gladly not ever return.“

“Had a blast all 3 times I was there.I will be back!“

“Last minute decision and so happy my kids wanted burgers that night! We were parked minutes from the Williamsburg bridge after coming back from NYC. Went in and it wasn’t busy and we were seated and several right away! Drinks came out minutes later. The pub has a decent menu and seating area but I can see it filing up quickly on regular days. I’d super highly recommend if you’re in the mood for American cuisine; burger and fries and drinks! Super fresh burgers and crispy fries. Grilled chicken was to die for! Let’s no forget the Mac and cheese: definitely get that too. The potato soup caught me off guard and so did the salad bc it was so yummy.“

“Great beer selection, friendly staff“

“Wow such lovey place, when I be there I wanna be just chill with imagine drink 🍹 & food! Just love it 🥰“

“Staff was AMAZING, especially BZ the manager . They kept me and my friend safe, and protected us from an uncomfortable situation. Life savers for real! WONDERFUL DRINKS AND ATMOSPHERE! Plus it’s pet friendly so u get to see cuties as u enjoy ur drink!“

“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.“

“I would like to say thanks to the staff of west beech beverage. The manager Mohammed Khan went out of his way to make sure that I was completely taken care of. I lived in the west end for over 40 years and the west beech beverage shop is a great asset to our community by the sea.“

“The Knobs are pretty imperious and most likely spectacular times but they are still an absolutely 80's alternative/indie rock band anyways they are performing R.E.M., The Cure, The Psychedelic Furs, The Cars, The Replacements, The Smiths, Morrissey, INXS and much more others.

Not a bogus idea but it is so disastrous, outlooking, outstandingly, institutionalized mysterious, outrageousness, imperfection bodacious, triumphant, lugubrious, extensional, radicalization and the greatest indestructible bands of the time from Rockaway Beach not New Jersey!“

“Always a pleasure coming to Rove! Tonite was an exceptional experience. I wish i got the bartenders name. Wednesday 4/24/24 between 7-9pm. Nice nails and curly hair. She was funny pleasant and took care of us. Long story short, after great apps and drinks, paid the bill and left…I dropped a $50 out of my pocket after I paid and left and was only 2 store fronts down and she came after me telling me you dropped a bill and gave it back. You don’t see this honestly often anymore. Kudos to her and Rove deserves her as an employee.“

“Great beer, great vibe. Can't wait to make it back there again!“

“Awesome food and an even better beer selection. And the service (talking to you, Tommy) is amazing!!“

“Gabe is the best bartender in Brooklyn. He’s friendly, knowledgeable, and always put a smile on our faces when we walk in and see him behind the bar. Gabe, backyard, and Halloween are the reasons we’ve made this our local for the last three years“

“Never been disappointed with the food from New Thriving Restaurant here on 120-12 Liberty Ave. Queens!!! Can't get enough of the Jerk Chicken LoMein or Garlic chicken chow mein!!! Not to mention they serve you man size portion plates and with friendly/pretty smiles... I'm giving them 5 Stars on the food and service alone!!“

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

“Great late night place to grab a bite.“

“Some of the best food I have ever had. Additionally, the greatest servers and management ever. Truly the greatest place to go, my friends and I go almost weekly at this point. Check out the best restaurant ever. Jesus and Sebastian are the best!!“

“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. ❤️“

“We had the absolute best experience hosting my husband's birthday at Other Half Brewing Company, and a huge part of that was thanks to their incredible manager, Matthew and wonderful staff. From start to finish, they made what could have been a complex setup feel seamless, flexible, and genuinely enjoyable.
If you're planning a big gathering where things don’t run on a rigid schedule, this is *the* place. They were so accommodating with guests filtering in and out over a few hours due to different commitments, which made it feel relaxed and had plenty of space for our guests to hang around given the event went for 3 additional hours.

One of the biggest perks it’s both dog-friendly and kid-friendly, which made it easy for everyone to join without hesitation. And unlike so many venues, they’re refreshingly reasonable with their rules and support other local businesses you can bring in pizza from Stretch and your own cake (we brought ours from Francie) without any of those ridiculous cake-cutting fees. That alone made a huge difference.

The drink selection was fantastic across the board. Beyond their excellent beers and beer flights, they also had great cocktails and a solid range of non-alcoholic options, so every guest felt taken care of. We especially loved their Annuelle partner wine series they even provided ice buckets for each bottle, which elevated the setup and made everything look so polished and thoughtful. The setting near Domino Park is stunning, and even with unpredictable weather, it created such a beautiful and memorable backdrop for our celebration.

Guest favorites were definitely the Crickets, Green City, and the rosé people are still talking about them.

Overall, this was one of those rare venues that combines great vibes, flexibility, and genuine hospitality. Matthew and the team truly went above and beyond to make our celebration special.“

“We had our welcome party for our wedding weekend and the entire team was a breeze to work with! Clear communication from inquiry - event, flexible with changing variables (anyone whose hosted a large event will understand how huge this is) and incredibly friendly and polite during the event.
Their beer and food are great, but that's a given! Highly recommend hosting your next event here.“

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

“Nice cozy hangout to unwind and enjoy a glass of Cabernet . Excellent music not too loud so you can actually enjoy a conversation. Great snacks to munch on.“

“This place is actually one of a kind and a gold mine for beer lovers. 100+ different beers from 50+ countries. The owner is so passionate about this too and it’s infectious. I’m now a regular. Currently have tried 23 of the 100 plus beers.“

“Good spot. Pleasant service. Very weak pours. That foam ain't fooling no one. Just cheap way of reducing size of the pour. But nice if you dont mind it. Hot in summers with all the windows. Dan is the man. Rest are blah and interchangeable.“

“I love this store. Very organized, clean lots of products and has an inside Coffee Shop with the best Coffe in Brooklyn/Queens.“

“Great local Thai restaurant with warm hospitality and great drinks!“

“If there's a better bar in Brooklyn I haven't found it. For one, it's a full bar, not just beer and well liquor. And the vibe is so chill. Tribe Called Quest was playing when I walked in. We got some De La Soul later. I could drink negronis here all night.“

“host was accommodating the ambiance was lovely. The history behind every meal was fascinating. the meal was great.“