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- 1213 Cortelyou Rd., Ditmas Park 11218
- 718-856-8888
The Castello Plan
Wine bar takes inspiration from 1660 map by Jacques Cortelyou -- a name familiar at least to Ditmas residents. Spin-off of Mimi's Hummus a nice place for a grown-up evening of charcuterie and stell... read more
- 81 Washington St., Dumbo 11201
- 718-228-9880
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Dumbo says yay for ñ, spin-off of super-narrow Soho tapas spot. Menu carries over, with plenty of sherries to wash down small plates of herring, croquettes, and spinach with currants and pin... read more
- 583 Vanderbilt Ave. , Prospect Heights
Woodwork
You know all those scruffy 20 and 30 something cats playing soccer in Prospect Park? Well, they need a drink. Soccer, footie, futbol themed bar ideal for quaffing Guinness while catching Arsenal v ... read more
- 507 Grand St., Williamsburg 11211
- 917-463-3851
Xunta
Nostalgic BlackBook editors rejoice! EV fave Xunta rises from the dead, resurfaces in Williamsburg. Tapas with a lotta Galician flavor. Flamenco shadows along candle-lit walls on dance nights (usua... read more
- 25 Franklin St., Greenpoint 11222
House of Vans
Checkerboard shoemaker takes on massive G-Point warehouse. A skate park gets first pass at the square footage, but space is better known for its summer house parties. Shows are all free, all ages, ... read more
- 97 Atlantic Ave., Boerum Hill 11201
- 718-488-0048
Roebling Inn
Brooklyn Inn vet applies old-school lessons to Atlantic Avenue newcomer. Similar name signals similar feel: simple, classic, vintage. Brooklyn Bridge pics reference eponymous engineer John A. Roebl... read more
- 213 McGuiness Blvd. , Greenpoint 11222
- 718-349-1445
Risque
A gritty locale in Brooklyn where you can glimpse a bit of what Brooklyn used to be, pre-gentrification. While it lacks some of the more modern comforts of a go-to bar, the table and drink prices w... read more
- 706 Washington Ave. , Prospect Heights 11238
- 718-399-7722
The Minor Arcana
Kings County barkeep drops nabe saloon on a second up-and-coming stretch. Washington Avenue spot answers back to Manhattan's Carnival with sideshow theme. Vintage circus posters, complemented by wo... read more
- 318 Grand St., Williamsburg 11211
- 718-388-7577
Full Circle Bar
In the beginning there was Skee-Ball. Then, inevitably, a BrewSkeeBall league. And now, finally, a national headquarters. Billyburg bar dedicated to the pursuit of the full circle: all nine tosses ... read more
- 629 Fifth Ave., Park Slope 11215
- 718-832-4720
South
Red Hook's Ice House peeps drop a mom and pop bar on burgeoning SoSlo stretch. Half a dozen taps, plus dozens and dozens of bottles. Bourbons for when you're ready to escalate. Comfy digs, lots of ... read more
- 632 Manhattan Ave., Greenpoint 11222
- 718-383-0885
Manhattan Inn
GlassLands crew light out for Greenpointer pastures. Gallery referenced in elaborate woodwork, playful doorknob tap handles, school desk tables. Vintage space large enough to support ragtime tunes ... read more
- 570 Vanderbilt Ave., Prospect Heights 11238
- 718-623-0570
The Vanderbilt
Former Prospect Heights pharmacy now dispensing top libations and small plates. Lovely bones: weathered wood and bricks, long marble bar, comfort to spare. Open kitchen turns out seasonal eats with... read more
- 568 Fifth Ave., Park Slope 11215
- 718-788-1975
Black Horse Pub
Despite the sign up front, no longer carries coats, suits, or dresses. Instead retails frothy pints and full English breakfasts. Sundays come with traditional roasts and a day full of football (but... read more
- 661 Sackett St. , Park Slope 11217
- 718-622-0437
The Sackett
'Bout time stroller mafia got a cocktail joint. Intimate side-street space makes love to old-timey, ornate past. Foofy golden wallpaper, exposed brick, French doors, and requisite antique d&eacut... read more
- 104 S. 4th St., Williamsburg 11211
- 718-237-7828
Bar Celona
Owner and former fashionista Cynthia Diaz's stylistic prowess informs unabashed, swanky décor. Crystal chandeliers, benches suspended from gold chains, animal print lounge chairs, glittery ... read more
- 559 Grand St., Williamsburg 11211
- 718-384-2835
Ontario Bar
Buttermilk and Great Lakes peeps bring their BK-style neighborliness to Williamsburg. On the east side and somewhat out of the way, like its eponymous inspiration. Canadian theme most visible in th... read more
- 109 S. 6th St., Williamsburg 11211
- 718-599-9109
Gordon Bennett Pub & Grub
Classic pub on the south side will have you exclaiming "Gordon Bennett!" Dim lights, dark bar, tin ceilings. Big space affords plenty of elbow room. Excellent selection of draughts at gentle prices... read more
- 48 S. 4th St., Williamsburg 11211
- 718-782-4955
The Woods
Savalas spinoff goes for the industrial chic thing. Concrete and exposed beams, chalked beer list, random remote location. Former metal shop is huge and high-ceilinged, so plenty of space for rubbi... read more
- 742 Myrtle Ave., Brooklyn 11205
- 347-497-0550
Project Parlor
Hipster pocket on a grim stretch of Myrtle. Work in process evolving its way into posh sippery. Two rooms plus sweet garden out back. Louche Victorian couches, old-time piano, bare bulbs, DJs. Absi... read more
- 210 Prospect Park W., Windsor Terrace 11215
- 347-725-3479
Double Windsor
Big score for a nightlife-challenged neighborhood. Guys behind Cake Shop and Egg give birth to a beer and food lover's haven. Standard cozy bar atmo: candlelit tables, chalkboard beer list, brick w... read more
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