

On your quest to drink at every one of the cool bars in Brooklyn, don’t forget to grab a drink at Philomena’s, an elevated-yet-casual joint where you should absolutely get their eponymous beverage (prosecco and watermelon rosé!! what a combo!).

They’ve also got a great backyard for those warm summer nights or is the perfect place to pretend to be in a warm, tropical place in the dead of winter! Sunny’s This is the place to go for (strong!!) Mai Tais with friends on a summer’s night - and if you’re really feeling ambitious… try their tasty-yet-dangerous Scorpion Bowls (they warned you, it’s 4 drinks in one!). Zombie HutĪ spacious, stylish-yet-kitschy tiki bar, Zombie Hut is one of the most popular bars in Brooklyn and an oasis of relaxation in Carroll Gardens. Afterall, there are a few other cool Brooklyn bars on Manhattan Avenue you can head to if you have to wait until your spot is ready. The space was designed for sound and acoustics, and this might be the place you discover a random artist or genre of music you didn’t even know existed.ĭon’t be surprised if there’s a wait, it’s worth getting on that waitlist.

This minimally, cool bar not only has a cool sound system solely playing vinyl as their bar soundtrack but they have moody color-changing lighting and beautiful blonde wood details throughout the space.

One of the best bars in Brooklyn for ambiance, sound, and elevated cocktails is Eavesdrop in Greenpoint. Both locations regularly host events, so be sure to check out their Instagram page for any upcoming activities or parties they are hosting! Clover Club The Williamsburg location is a much larger space with a light and airy ambiance whereas the Cobble Hill location is a more funky and colorful space. Besides having great brews (that rotate) they have an incredibly stylish space. This woman-owned craft brewery is shaking things up in the Brooklyn beer scene and are known for their artisanal sours and great hazy IPAs, when you’re visiting be sure to try one of their signature flights for what tickles your fancy. Talea Beer Co.Ħ1 Bergen Street, Cobble Hill & 87 Richardson Street, WilliamsburgĬalling all beer lovers, one of the best bars in Brooklyn for masterfully made brews is Talea Beer Co. They have a great backyard space too which you should totally take advantage of on a nice day and they also have a rotating art gallery on display featuring different artists whose work you can purchase. A gem among Brooklyn bars and one of our favorite spots in Prospect Heights, BierWax is known for its impressive collection of over 5,000 vinyl records and of course, a well-curated drink program.Īs they put it, their recipe is “BierWax is malted grains, water, yeast, and hops mixed with a pinch of 45s, a cup of boom-bap, and a heaping tablespoon of funk.” Take your favorite family member (who still remembers 45s!!) or your music industry friends here. Calling all High Fidelity fans! BierWax is your new second home.
