You'll be hard pressed to find a better bar atmosphere than this. I often tell people that they'll feel like they're in a 70's/80's ski lodge somewhere in the mountains the moment they step in there. The fire in the back keeps everyone warm and comfortable, adds to the romance if you're looking for a great date spot. The music is always perfect and tasteful. All of the staff are welcoming and fast with their service. Vast selection of classic cocktails. Terrific beer selection, I usually go for the Kolsch or a beautifully poured Guinness. Cash only, so come prepared for that (they also have an ATM in the back). Make sure to ask about a slice of their home made cake, made fresh by an...
Ā Ā Ā Read moreAs a resident of a nearby building I cannot stand this barās fireplace, the emissions from it makes my apartment smell like wood smoke at night for months in the fall and winter. Wood burning is also extremely harmful to the environment and surrounding air quality. If they cared about the health of Bed-Stuy residents and about not contributing to existing environmental racism, they would get rid of the fire. Owners who do not care about their community
PS: shortly after I posted this, the owner got really angry at me, called this review defamatory, and demanded I take it down, as if it isnāt a well established fact that wood smoke and its associated emissions are a huge...
Ā Ā Ā Read moreBeen to this place a few times, the environment and vibe is nice. That being said, last time I went I was asked by the bartender(she had short hair) TO TIP. This was the third time I went to get drinks. Keep in mind, I already tipped her the first two times and I was gonna hand her a $10 before leaving since she seemed nice, up until that point. She called me as I was walking away with the drink. I am all for tipping but I donāt believe customers should be asked to tip as tipping is a choice rather than a requirement. I have a restaurant as well and people often donāt tip, itās just part of the business imo. Anyways, itās a shame cause Iām not coming back and I quite...
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