Den of Splendor — Local services in New York

Brooklyn friends invited me for a drink. I'd heard of Den of Splendor and was pleasantly surprised by the intimate environment, though small, it was clean, with well spaced furniture and cool, and the bar suggested a wide variety of drinks and beverages; the bartender, clearly very experienced and knowledgeable about maintaining a bar and is an accomplished mixologist. I was also impressed by the food offerings, prepared and served with a unique Youruban flair and West African tastes. More importantly, for a bar, the music wasn't too loud to inhibit conversations; one didn't have to shout to be heard. For those who may want some diversion, there's a mini pool and karaoke, where one can sing along without fear of whether or not they're on key. I left earlier than I ordinarily would to get the subway home, but people were gathering, coming in for the homey feel, the camaraderie and...

My roommate and I recently stumbled upon The Den of Splendor Lounge while exploring our new Bedstuy neighborhood.

From the moment we walked in, we were enveloped in a welcoming atmosphere with dim lighting and decor that set the perfect mood for the evening. The music was a standout feature, with a great DJ playing a mix of everything from Hip hop to Afro beats which had everyone tapping their feet or on the dance floor. The sound quality was top-notch, allowing us to enjoy the music without it being overpowering.

We also shared a platter of in house made hors d'oeuvres which paired wonderfully with our cocktails.

Speaking of cocktails, the bartenders at The Den are true mixologists. I tried the ““Call my Uber” and my roommate had the Rutai Rum Punch... I'll definitely return especially since I spotted a few...

I have been going to the Den of Splendor Lounge since it opened. I always have a great time. The drinks are strong. The staff do an amazing job at making sure everyone is comfortable in the space. I only see the bar/ lounge getting better with their expansion. I can't wait to celebrate good times and times when I really need a drink here. I'm appreciative of love received when I enter through those doors. Kahlil is an excellent bartender and really listens to his customers and shows compassion to all that walk through the door. He always keeps the bar...