Downtown Brooklyn is home to some of New York’s best bars and restaurants. Whether you’re in the mood for craft cocktails, local brews, or unbeatable happy hour deals, there’s something for everyone. Keep scrolling to check out our list of favorite bars and happy hour spots around the neighborhood!
Sound + Fury Brewery & Kitchen
141 Lawrence Street
Sound and Fury features an on-premise seven-barrel brewhouse, a scratch kitchen featuring diverse and flavorful beer and food menus, and a full craft cocktail bar.
(Happy hour: Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 7:00 PM)
THE ROCKWELL PLACE
31 Rockwell Place
Opened by the owners of the award-winning Long Island Bar in 2018, The Rockwell Place knows how to serve up a mean cocktail that complements their food menu. Locals love to come here after watching shows or performances at the institutions of the Brooklyn Cultural District.
(Happy hour: Daily, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Details.)
LIVINGSTON MANOR
42 Hoyt Street
Small-town vibes prevail at this cocktail bar. They have unique spirits, cocktails, beers, and charcuterie boards for a low-key and unique night out.
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Ella’s Lounge at Brooklyn Paramount
385 Flatbush Avenue Extension
This intimate lounge features a private entrance, a luxurious bar with exclusive drinks, and an atmosphere of elegance and indulgence, all paired with exceptional service.
FOGO DE CHÃO AT CITY POINT BKLYN
445 Albee Square West
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steak House is home to a lively indoor bar featuring a menu of handcrafted cocktails, premium wines, and Brazilian-inspired bites. It’s the perfect spot to unwind!
(Happy hour: All day, every day)
Pollo D’Oro
306 Gold Street
Pollo D’Oro’s bar serves up a vibrant selection of cocktails, including signature Pisco-based drinks, in a warm and inviting atmosphere that captures the spirit of Peruvian hospitality.
FULTON HALL
250 Ashland Place
This American beer hall and kitchen is your neighborhood headquarters for craft beer, cocktails and tasty food. With a welcoming atmosphere and a rotating selection of local and seasonal brews, it’s the perfect place to gather with friends.
(Happy hour: Monday through Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. More info.)
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GOLFZON SOCIAL
15 HOYT STREET
Golfzon Social serves up an elevated menu full of engaging flavors and warm, welcoming hospitality throughout the space, whether you’re playing a round, grabbing a bite, or enjoying a cocktail from their bar.
(Happy hour: ‘Hospitality Industry Tuesday Nights’ and ‘Essential Worker & Teacher Thursdays’ feature 25% off bay time and all-day happy hour — in addition to daily specials. More info.)
O’KEEFE’S BAR AND GRILL
62 COURT STREET
O’Keefe’s Bar and Grill is a great place to relax after work, party on the weekends, or catch a game on one of their many TVs. O’Keefe’s offers deals and specials every day, with weekday specials from Monday through Wednesday and weekend specials Thursday through Sunday.
BOTTE
327 Gold Street
Not only does Italian restaurant Botte offer a selection of pizzas, charcuterie boards, handmade pastas, but they’ve also got a bar perfect for hanging out after work with friends or family.
(Happy hour: Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 7:00 PM. More info.)
GRAND ARMY
366 state street
Grand Army is an oyster bar featuring oysters of both west and east coast varieties, a seasonal cocktail menu, and a highly curated beer and wine list.
(Happy hour: Weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, and weekends from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.)
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SUNKEN HARBOR CLUB
372 Fulton Street
Sunken Harbor Club is an immersive tropical cocktail bar located inside Gage & Tollner. Designed to feel like a mysterious, long-lost shipwreck beneath the waves, its nautical décor and dim, lantern-lit ambiance transport guests to an underwater adventure.
(Happy hour: Monday through Thursday from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, and Friday through Sunday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.)
HOUSE BAR
125 Flatbush Avenue ExtEnsion
This welcoming neighborhood bar is located just inside Hampton Inn Brooklyn/Downtown and serves classic cocktails, savory shareables, and small bites.
Dave & Buster’s
625 Atlantic Avenue
Dave & Buster’s isn’t just about games — it’s got a full-on bar with a massive drink menu featuring everything from classic cocktails to bold, boozy slushies. It’s an ideal spot for arcade game nights with friends or family.
(Happy hour: $5 drinks, Monday through Friday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM.)
KPot Korean BBQ + Hot Pot
430 Albee Square West
Experience the lively atmosphere at KPOT’s bar, where bold flavors and creative cocktails come together for the perfect pairing with your hot pot and Korean BBQ feast.
HOUSE OF WAX AT CITY POINT BKLYN
445 Albee Square West
You’ve never been to a bar like House of Wax. Based on the panoptical attractions of the 1800s, this bar is home to all things macabre, including life-size displays of anatomy and death masks of famous characters.
KUUN
290 Livingston Street
Local Korean eatery KUUN has happy hour specials on both their food and drinks! Everyday, from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, enjoy $3 off their draft beers, mimosas, soju, and rice wines! Korean fried chicken encouraged as a side.
JUNIOR’S
386 Flatbush Avenue Extension
Brooklyn icon Junior’s does, indeed, have a bar. Walk right in and request your favorite drinks — and maybe a slice of cheesecake, too.
BLACK WALNUT
HILTON BROOKLYN, 140 Schermerhorn Street
Unwind in style at the bar at Black Walnut, home to a selection of craft cocktails, fine wines, and a curated selection of spirits. Enjoy expertly mixed beverages and delicious bites in a chic yet cozy setting.
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Somethin’ Else at DeKalb Market Hall
445 Albee Square West
Somethin’ Else is an intimate bar and music venue cultivating an atmosphere that keeps the rawness and authenticity of the best dive bars with the electric vibes of a modern club.
MITO
280 Ashland Place
Mito’s sleek bar offers an extensive selection of sake, Japanese whisky, and craft cocktails, perfectly complementing its modern take on Japanese cuisine.
ACE HOTEL BROOKLYN
252 Schermerhorn Street
Everything about the Ace Hotel — from its lobby to its suites, to even its bar — marries the pragmatic with the romantic, the private with the collective and the old world with the future. Their ground floor bar and lounge features grown up cocktails and a great atmosphere.
