Achilles Heel
Cocktail Bar, Gastropub, and Wine Bar$$$$
Greenpoint, Brooklyn
The experts at Bon Appetit Magazine and Eater recommend this place
"coffee and Marlow & Daughters snack"(4 Tips)
"When it’s cold out and the fireplace is roaring, no better spot."(6 Tips)
"Achilles Heel offers a $9 Fernet Old Fashioned"(3 Tips)
"Good god - they serve the best oysters I've had in my life."(9 Tips)
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When it comes to hangovers, Achilles Heel giveth (with amazing whiskey sours and other cocktails at night) and taketh away (serving strong cold brew and pour over coffee the next morning)
christian svanes koldingApril 5, 2019exquisite and well-worn, as comfortable as a fine pair of traveling shoes. perfect for a midweek break to decompress from city life but keep it on the down-lo and don't show up with a large group.
Seasonal menu, so this tip might be irrelevant in a few weeks, but just trust them. This was listed as “asparagus, spelt, agretti” and it was the most wonderful not-salad I have ever put in my mouth.
IrmaZandl ZandlSlantAugust 10, 2014FANTASTIC for early/late afternoon drinks and small plates. Very good cheeses and charcuterie. Owned by Marlowe & Sons peeps so great ambience and high quality food, wine and cocktails.
Jesse MeighanOctober 15, 2014Incredible vibe, incredible oysters, incredible cocktails. Get the pretzels with beer cheese, even if you don't see it on the menu!
Michael AnthonyMarch 28, 2023Great neighborhood bar serving up some delicious delicious lasagna and other small plates.
Michael FranceOctober 14, 2014One of the most creative cocktail places anywhere. Try the Turf Cocktail or Fernet Old Fashioned. And definitely get some oysters and pretzels with beer cheese.
Cocktails change often, but if the Zelda is on the menu (gin, cynar, and herbsaint) snatch it up. Cheese plates are lovely too and the bread served with is perfect. While away a hazy Saturday here.
Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guideJune 19, 2013A chill, all day cafe and bar, Greenpoint's Achilles Heel has a real neighborhood feeling, offers delicious small plates, and an ambitious coffee program with selections from different roasters. Read more
Super solid spot….truly neighborhood place but with the most tasty sophisticated cocktails and and and beautiful sexy hipsters
AmateurConciergeMarch 11, 2017Great hole in the wall bar vibe with dope tunes, excellent bloody Mary's and surprisingly good bar food (butter bean toast special was 🔥🔥)
Brandon PerlmanMay 23, 2015As a manhattanite this is the end of the earth. Might as well be Laguardia. BUT everything was insane. Worth the adventure. Get a house old-fashioned
- Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guideMay 20, 2013A chill neighborhood bar, Achilles Heel is run by the same group as Marlow & Sons and as such, has a quality daytime coffee program, also featuring George Howell. No food and not a work space. Read more
- Jim TaylorApril 9, 2015Grab a coffee and Marlow & Daughters snack on your way to the Ferry, or enjoy a refreshing cocktail with oysters and other delicious snacks in the window Read more
Tucked away close to the water on West. Really great spot! Great cocktails. Really chill place to take a date. Sit back, grab a drink and relax!
Leonardo UrbinaMay 24, 2013I'd have to disagree about not being a good work space but then again I like a good hum to blend into which this space provided while studying, sipping on some java, & noshing on a charcuterie plate.
Not only is this a cozy place for a night cap, their furry friend cuteyboi is a regular and always up for a belly rub
Nathan GammieJune 29, 2013Great local spot. Mostly a cocktail bar, but they have quite an assortment of beers, as well. Recommended for cyclists especially (directly on bike route).
One of the best bars in NYC, especially in the winter months. Also serves the best clam chowder I've ever had
The best sound track in Greenpoint and some damn fine drinks too
Blake OlmsteadJanuary 27, 2016Wood-burning fireplace keeps the place woodsy and hot in the winter months. Cocktails are well-balanced and considered.
WyngspanJanuary 27, 2014Chill coffee bar by day, chill cocktail bar by night. A very relaxing atmosphere deserves a trust rating: http://bit.ly/1lgZHxP- This place feels like a poem. Truly immaculate vibes. A perfect neighborhood spot that I would defend with my life.
Ashley AlvarezMay 10, 2017Small but cute bar, DJ on Saturday nights is amazing, somehow tons of people but still room for dancing- Great spot to grab a cold brew, or any other coffee, on your way to the East River Ferry
Andrew tarlows newest NYC addition ok the edge of my block providing delicious spirits and noshe's with the quaintness of Marlow and the wythe hotel #nookandcranniesnyc
Emily KaneNovember 15, 2015Lovely spot. Make sure to try one of the house cocktails-- I suggest the Fitzgerald.
Larissa VerdeJune 15, 2013super delicious cocktail specials and handsome, dancy bartenders that like to get down. and, theres a park on the pier that's great for making out 50s style.
Best oysters in Greenpoint, yeah even better then you 5 leaves....solid cocktails also.
Katie CovingtonOctober 12, 2013Get a beer. Split the ham and cheese plate. Sit in the sun. Pick up a half loaf of sourdough to go.
They always have a good, slightly fizzy red wine around!
Lucas UllrichDecember 31, 2014The place is a real treasure. The staff is incredibly friendly and nice, but the wine selection needs work.- When it’s cold out and the fireplace is roaring, no better spot. Underrated food from a tiny kitchen.
Magda TuleyFebruary 15, 2019free water, good seating on a Thursday night, make sure you know the drink you’re ordering
Amazing cocktails, and they will make up a new drink upon request.
Will MahonyDecember 30, 2018Great ambiance but not cheap. The food served here is limited but high quality.
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- Mon–Fri
- 4:00 PM–12:20 AM
- Sat–Sun
- Noon–2:00 AM
(347) 987-3666
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Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
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Happy Hour
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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