The Exley

The Exley

Gay Bar and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
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    Dmtiry R.
    "Favorite bar in Williamsburg."(2 Tips)
    cynthia w.
    "Get the vodka presbyterian and feel the lovage."(2 Tips)
    Domenico
    "Awesome bar, cool environment, edgy drinks in a casual fashion"(2 Tips)
    Sarah S.
    "Great beer selection and a delicious grilled cheese!"(2 Tips)
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  • eme
    emeFebruary 21, 2015
    Great drinks but place is tiny. This can be a good thing if you come by around 6PM with a handful of friends. That's all you need to take over the place. Casual and friendly staff.
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    Ramona SorianoOctober 4, 2012
    A breathtaking brand new bar is in the neighborhood...such an artsy space, good drinks, better crowd and super cute charming bartenders. Try the bell pepper margarita. I love it here!
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    Anthony VolodkinOctober 28, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    friendly staff and nice small outside area with good view of the bqe for all the urban romantics
  • Emily K.heart icon on user image
    Emily KaneFebruary 23, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Precious little spot tucked behind the BQE. Great variety of drafts, and a chill night vibe. I imagine this place would be great for day drinking though.
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    DoubleDeuceAugust 3, 2018
    It's a beer boutique. A couple of games, giant windows, lots of natural light and tasylty beers too!
  • Olivia S.
    Olivia SlutskyMay 20, 2017
    If you're looking for a tasty cocktail and a unique set of board games - cranium, scrabble etc - you've come to the right place
  • Andrew P.heart icon on user image
    Andrew PerezJanuary 1, 2019
    The bartenders are so friendly, the drinks are well thought up, the prices are affordable, the company is amazing.
  • Anna L.
    Anna LMay 11, 2014
    Cool owners. Nathan makes a mean moscow mule. I like this bar for brainstorming/drinking with friends. Props for the literary refs. Can't wait for their new venture to open.
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    Ramona SorianoJuly 6, 2013
    Best summer drink right now - Zac Says Mahalo. Refreshing and yummy. The drink is named after a regular. Our favorite neighborhood bar!
  • Gabriel H.heart icon on user image
    Gabriel HayesOctober 4, 2015
    Very chill bar in Williamsburg. Has a nice selection of draft beers, particularly the Greenpoint Neo-Acidifism.
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    cynthia wangSeptember 26, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    great new neighborhood bar. sneakily located on the other side of meeker. beautiful interior and quirky (but delicious) cocktails.
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    Bond StreetOctober 11, 2016
    "This is my bar, my restaurant, the place I charge my phone, the place I laugh, the place I cry." - Rembert Browne, culture critic at large - New York Magazine Read more
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    TeddyMarch 25, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    They used to make this cocktail with mezcal and they would put a pocky stick in it. This bar is awesome. 💯
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    Zack KantorApril 9, 2016
    can't go wrong with the old fashioned and jenga
  • Gabriel H.heart icon on user image
    Gabriel HayesJanuary 10, 2016
    A little hidden by the BQE, this is one of my favorite bars in Williamsburg.
  • Kushal D.
    Kushal DaveFebruary 9, 2013
    The bar is named after the owners' favorite book. They have a stack behind the bar for browsing.
  • Sarah S.heart icon on user image
    Sarah SampselJanuary 23, 2018
    Bar trivia is on point here. Great beer selection and a delicious grilled cheese!
  • Matt K.heart icon on user image
    Matt KandlerJune 3, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Amazing drinks, friendly bartender, not much of a crowd on a Saturday afternoon 👌 👌
  • Merav K.
    Merav KanpolNovember 27, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    My favorite bar in the hood. Great vibe, great drinks. Not a hipster scene at all.
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    Savannah PetrickApril 9, 2016
    big square ice cubes. a little Williamsburg 2004 vibes but still a cool place.
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    Frank DieboldOctober 6, 2014
    All black everything. Unexpected gem for meeker/union
  • Alex H.heart icon on user image
    Alex HeathOctober 29, 2016
    Really cozy spot and decently priced drinks.
  • Kate H.heart icon on user image
    Kate HindApril 11, 2015
    Really cute bar. Nice quiet Sunday eve venue. Has prosecco!
  • Susan K.
    Susan KingNovember 2, 2014
    Love the penicillin ! It rocks. Loved talking to Francine!
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    Sungwoo BangApril 15, 2016
    Good vibes, and they actually make pretty decent old fashioned
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    bretApril 20, 2013
    Great, chill spot on the less trodden side of Metropolitan.
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    DomenicoOctober 15, 2013
    Awesome bar, cool environment, edgy drinks in a casual fashion
  • Brendan L.
    Brendan LazarusJanuary 26, 2013
    Best bar in Williamsburg. Local owner is amazing.
  • Dmtiry R.heart icon on user image
    Dmtiry RomantsovFebruary 12, 2016
    Favorite bar in Williamsburg. Very cool environment.
  • Daniel S.heart icon on user image
    Daniel ShawApril 7, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Great beer selection and good locale.
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    fab CaceresDecember 10, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Vodka Presbyterian + cheese plate is exquisite!
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    Kathryn DApril 14, 2019
    Good spot for afternoon light and drinks.
  • Zachariah D.
    Zachariah DurandMarch 8, 2013
    Welcome! This is THE joint. Forget the way overcrowded hipster pool.
  • Gabriel H.heart icon on user image
    Gabriel HayesJanuary 10, 2016
    Love how they have Other Half on draft.
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    Greg BrunoMay 10, 2019
    Goes gay for drag race
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    Impact At TrinityDecember 5, 2015
    The Vibe. Great team!
  • Bruce H.
    Bruce HarrisonApril 9, 2017
    The bathroom's hot and cold water are flipped. #JutThoughtYouShouldKnow
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    cynthia wangDecember 15, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Get the vodka presbyterian and feel the lovage.
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    Michael AnthonyMarch 12, 2017
    Great manhattan
  • Nate S.heart icon on user image
    Nate SJune 24, 2022
    Been here 10+ times
    A lot of old tips — as of 2022 this is a gay bar. The Exley margaritas are deadly! 🥴🏳️‍🌈
  • Michael A.heart icon on user image
    Michael AnthonyMarch 14, 2017
    Manhattan is great
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    justmushMay 7, 2015
    Cornhole in the summer
  • Ramona S.heart icon on user image
    Ramona SorianoJuly 22, 2013
    The famous bell pepper margarita is back!
  • Tal S.heart icon on user image
    Tal SafranOctober 31, 2013
    The vibes here are good.
  • Ben H.heart icon on user image
    Ben HuffJanuary 31, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Thursdaaaayyyy trrriivvvvvv
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