1. Clover Club
9.2
210 Smith St (btwn Baltic & Butler St), Brooklyn, NY
Cocktail Bar · Boerum Hill · 369 tips and reviews
Jeff Forbes: The Green Swizzle - gin, falernum, lime, absinthe, soda, bitters. Delicious.
Danielle: If you like mezcal and delicious bitters, try No country for old men
Chris Vodola: The Improved Whiskey Cocktail (rye, maraschino, absinthe and bitters) is flawless. Paired with a Lamb Burger, it's dinner.
2. The Narrows
8.7
1037 Flushing Ave (btwn Morgan Ave & Vandervoort Pl), Brooklyn, NY
Cocktail Bar · East Williamsburg · 114 tips and reviews
Kimmie Ohh: Get the “Word” cocktail - scotch, jalapeño tequila, maraschino, green chartreuse, lime & bitters. Cute backyard for outdoor seating!
Briana S.: Quail egg, bacon jam and lemon aioli tea sandwich. Lucky Lindy. Perfect early-evening snackola,
Serious Eats: With cocktails, beer, and $1 oysters daily until 7pm, the Narrows is a Bushwick favorite that also features a welcoming backyard and a handful of late-night snacks.
3. Blueprint
9.1
196 5th Ave (btwn Union St & Berkeley Pl), Brooklyn, NY
Cocktail Bar · North Slope · 140 tips and reviews
Nate Folkert: The Kickstarter features rum, coffee bitters, and a double shot of espresso. Probably shouldn't have ordered it right before bed.
Charles B: best Old Fashioned in the Slope. they do it right.
Time Out New York: Sit at the wood-topped bar to watch co-owner Regina Christiansen mix drinks like the classic Blood & Sand, or abscond to one of the smaller tables along the wall for a quiet conversation. Read more.
4. Maison Premiere
9.2
298 Bedford Ave (btwn S 1st & Grand St), Brooklyn, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Williamsburg · 447 tips and reviews
Nick Burto: Try the Creole Cocktail: Old Overholt, agnostura, benedictine and their blend of Italian bitters (House Amer)
Diplomatico Rum: Jessie the bartender is mixing up "The Bachelor". Sublime mix of Diplomatico Reserva, Amaro, Absinthe and bitters. You don't want to miss it
Omid: Extensive variety of oysters. Very fresh and delicious. Dollar oysters Monday through Friday 4-7pm.
5. French Louie
8.9
320 Atlantic Ave (btwn Hoyt & Smith St), Brooklyn, NY
French Restaurant · Boerum Hill · 118 tips and reviews
J Crowley: Same owner as Buttermilk Channel so it's gonna be great. Apps: half lobster and sardines w/ bread + butter. Main: Pappardelle w/ oxtail ragu. Love the walnut bitters in Normandy Old Fashioned.
Kathy M: Great steak frites and nice selection of Classic French wines.
Baratunde: Don't sit at my table. I have a favorite table here but won't tell you which one because then you'll sit there. So just be smart and don't sit at my table. All the eggs are delicious.
6. Brooklyn Social
8.9
335 Smith St (at Carroll St), Brooklyn, NY
Cocktail Bar · Carroll Gardens · 70 tips and reviews
Nate Folkert: Brooklyn cocktail - straight rye whiskey, orange brandy, and bitters
Adrianne V.: Amazing, creative cocktails; it's hard to decide on one but I highly recommend the Palermo Fix...then have your friends order the others so you can sneak a taste of them!
Jon Shea: $10 cocktails? It’s like they’re giving them away.
7. Weather Up
8.9
589 Vanderbilt Ave (btwn Dean & Bergen St), Brooklyn, NY
Cocktail Bar · Prospect Heights · 159 tips and reviews
essie lash: Try the Grapefruit Collins - recipe at the link but trust me, it's perfect. The bitters make it. Read more.
Genetta Adams: Top-notch drinks and presentation. Very.cool speakeasy vibe.
HBO: Girls happened here. On a job interview, this place was a “little hip” for the tastes of Hannah’s potential employer.
11. Pitanga
8.6
207 Starr St (btwn Wyckoff & Irving Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Juice Bar · Bushwick · 27 tips and reviews
Steph Massoud: Juices, açai bowls, coffee, and avocado toast. Good vibes.
Maya Weinstein: Acai bowls, smoothies, gluten free sandwiches and cookies
Ludjero Lopes: They have really good food in there. The sweet potatoes fries 🔥🔥
12. Givers + Takers
7.9
286 3rd Ave (btw President & Carroll), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Gowanus · 14 tips and reviews
Mikahla Vicino: Really friendly bartenders, cozy atmosphere and a great selection of drinks! Perfect spot for a chill Saturday night.
Nate Folkert: friendly bar, friendly bartender, nice little backyard deck for summer nights
James John (Jay) Cudney IV: Fun bar to hang at. Comfy booths.
13. Alta Calidad
8.5
552 Vanderbilt Ave (at Dean St), Brooklyn, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Prospect Heights · 48 tips and reviews
Aleksey: One of the best Mexican restaurants ever! Their food is extremely good and creative, flavors are rich (although not as spicy as in Mexico), and their service is impeccable.
Allan Lopez: Strong margs, tacos and huevos rancheros are good. Don’t get the breakfast quesadilla, it’s extremely tiny.
Luana Pomponet: Lamb ribs and roasted mushrooms were to die for.
14. 1 Rooftop
7.9
60 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY
Roof Deck · Brooklyn Heights · 20 tips and reviews
AmateurConcierge: Awesome views of manhattan. Pretzels, Guac are dangerous. Service (and directions to the rooftop itself) could still use some work
Inna G: Nice views and vibe
Dalton Spear: Rooftop access despite not being a hotel guest. Wonderful view, and a club right below the top deck
15. Le Fanfare
8.3
1103 Manhattan Ave (at Dupont Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Italian Restaurant · Greenpoint · 36 tips and reviews
Jake Przespo: Le Fanfare is a brand new spot with a lot of promise. Classic cocktails, great tasting food, and live jazz music makes for a solid Saturday night.
Nadia IssaBella: Save room for the fresh canolli. They're divine.
Ms Helene: Burrata & octopus apps, Branzino market fish of day with fregola $22. No cover for live jazz.