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Young Ethel's

Bar Lounge Live music venue Comedy club

😠 Take a picture of your check and compare it to your credit card charge! The bartender (or someone else) decided to add an additional $3 tip to my check after I crossed out the tip section and wrote “cash”. Thankfully, I took a picture of the receipt and the cash tip I left. What’s even more upsetti... People often mention great, music, comedy, drinks, Great, cool, friendly, nice, show, vibe,


Address

506 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215

Website

www.youngethels.com

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (182 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 12 AM to 1 PM, 4 PM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 12 AM to 1 PM, 4 PM to 1 AM
  • Thursday: 4 PM to 1 AM
  • Friday: 4 PM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 2 PM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: 2 PM to 12 AM
  • Monday: 12 AM to 1 PM, 4 PM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (16) music (11) comedy (10) drinks (9) Great (9) cool (8) friendly (7) nice (7) show (6) vibe (6)
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  • 1/5 Anthony 6 months ago on Google • 71 reviews
    Take a picture of your check and compare it to your credit card charge! The bartender (or someone else) decided to add an additional $3 tip to my check after I crossed out the tip section and wrote “cash”. Thankfully, I took a picture of the receipt and the cash tip I left. What’s even more upsetting is I left a $5 tip for two drinks which was a 20% tip. I will never return here. Please be mindful of your checks!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Calvin G. 1 year ago on Google
    Young Ethel's is exactly what a neighborhood bar should be: a fun and light atmosphere to drink, with the added bonus of a stage for showcasing local music and comedy. I'd been to this spot in its previous incarnations and had some underwhelming experiences (to say nothing of former owners' obnoxious reputations). Ethel's qualifies as a huge improvement over its predecessors on drink quality and service alone, but they also do a great job of welcoming local talent and being a positive presence in the community. I highly recommend the weekly Wednesday comedy show with Dan Wilbur and Zach Sims!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Justin R. 2 years ago on Google • 667 reviews
    A cozy, warm vibe at this chill spot in Park Slope. Friendly bartender, good beer selection, relaxing back room with couches and stage for open mics, music, and entertainment. Clean. Some throwback design (Nirvana album on wall), and some tasty filling munchies if you’re hungry.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael F. 1 year ago on Google • 874 reviews
    Awesome bar with a stage in the back! Drinks are great and bartenders are super friendly. They have shows here many nights of the week, can't wait to check some out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marisa 1 year ago on Google • 204 reviews
    Cute little bar with lots of comedy shows. 2 pin ball machines and table 87 frozen pizza woo! Nice bar tenders. Came here for a friends comedy show. Comfy room with tables and couches too. Nice place
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matthew C. 5 months ago on Google • 28 reviews
    Cozy joint! I think I got an old fashioned and it was absolutely drinkable. Also there was a band playing and they were, you know, figuring it out? But their moms and dads were in full attendance and you’ve gotta give it up for that familial support system baby!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sarah Morgan A. 11 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Super cute, fun bar with delicious drinks and great vibes!! For real though - the frozens are incredible. The BEST froze in NYC, hands down. The little stage in the back has awesome music, comedy and other stuff! This is the perfect spot for a date night, meet-up spot, casual day drinkin - whatever! Love this place!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S K. 1 year ago on Google
    Visited over 2 weeks in November and drank the frozen margaritas and frozen ciders almost every night. Tried lots of other places, but always ended up back here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Diane 2 years ago on Google
    Chaotic, which is fine if you’re a kid. Which most of the patrons are lol. Went with my niece and we had to dodge flying children left and right. Best to go when it’s not too busy, or maybe not at all given the pandemic. There were no temp checks or mask enforcement afterall.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 A. K. 3 months ago on Google • 257 reviews New
    Saw an improv show here. Very cool. Fun atmosphere with old style pin ball machines. Good drink prices. Gender-neutral restrooms. The only thing that I didn't like is that they don't like accepting any form of tap-to-pay. Staff is very nice and attentive, though.

  • 5/5 Alex S. 10 months ago on Google • 37 reviews
    Fun comedy, improv and music nights here and great drinks. friendly staff and a cozy/fun vibe make this a great neighborhood staple.

  • 4/5 Malcolm F. 4 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    This place was fantastic! The service was great and who doesn't appreciate a good free show?! If I can make any recommendations for the bar, get the cider above all! Super warming and very delicious!

  • 5/5 Giacomo F. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cozy little bar with a stage that hosts lots of stand-up and live music events. We had a lovely time and the owner is a true gentleman! We hope to manage to pay another visit. Heartly suggested

  • 5/5 Michelle D. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a great spot. They have a great, affordable selection (with plenty of mocktails and nonalcoholic drinks for those who don't drink), the staff is friendly and helpful, and the backroom is a blast when it comes to comedy and staged readings. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Crystal G. 1 year ago on Google
    Young Ethel's has a relaxed, fun vibe, friendly bartenders, affordable drinks, and great free events in the back! It's like a refuge and an antidote to bars in NoMad, Midtown, etc. When I get tired of those, I head back to Brooklyn, specifically Young Ethel's, and always have a great time 💜

  • 5/5 Jim R. M. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful relaxed atmosphere! Great bartenders and shows. Love this place!

  • 5/5 Jason H. 11 months ago on Google
    Hey I've reviewed it before, I'll review it again. Great bar, Great space in the back. they deserve to be in best-of lists for Park Slope and Brooklyn

  • 5/5 Giorgio R. 9 months ago on Google
    Excellent place. Went here to see two different music acts. Really nice bar tenders and great drinks. I like the back room. Really great venue for music.

  • 5/5 Margarita C. 7 months ago on Google
    love it, so friendly and cozy, the stuff they book is awesome and also nice to catch up with friends

  • 5/5 Alex O. 5 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    I loved my time at Young Ethels, excellent bar!!!

  • 5/5 jess l. 1 year ago on Google
    Hip (i think) w/o pretention. Rad bartenders. Great happy hour.

  • 5/5 Anya 1 year ago on Google
    Best community bar and arts place. Live music, comedy, theater, and improv. Great bartenders, fun place

  • 5/5 Will P. 1 year ago on Google
    Incredible bar, wonderful people working there, great drinks and all-around good vibes! Always a super fun time!

  • 5/5 Ann Van E. 2 years ago on Google
    Was there to perform in a comedy show in the back room which happens every other Tuesday at 9pm. All the comics were funny, it was a great audience. The backroom is kitsch and has pinball machines. They also have frose and frozen margaritas. Really cute bar, I would come back just to hang out.

  • 5/5 Alicia P. 2 years ago on Google
    This place has a great vibe. There's comfortable chairs in the back. Good drink options and really nice bartenders.

  • 4/5 Michele H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great space cool bartender pinball game cute space/ band area in the back. After being locked down fir so long cool to rediscover Brooklyn.

  • 4/5 Bryce P. 1 year ago on Google
    Fun bar with good drinks. There's an awesome back room where you can find super interesting local performances.

  • 5/5 Dustin D. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to meet up with friends and even see a free show. The folks who own and work at the place are as nice as can be and treat everyone super nice. The place has a cool look and vibe as well. If you are in the area check it out for sure and if you are lucky you might catch one of the many comedy shows they do. I just wish I lived a little closer.

  • 5/5 Kristian R. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice staff. Cool atmosphere. Taco truck just outside with amazing tacos for only $2. During the week free shot with your first draft. Best deal in the neighborhood. Owners are totally cool. Pinball in back. if you're lucky some kind of a cool event in the back as well. I plan to come to this place often

  • 5/5 Bryan G. 4 years ago on Google
    Really happy that Young Ethel's has moved in to Park Slope. Staff are friendly. Shays good music playing. And I think this table might actually be a deviled egg tray. Just saying...

  • 5/5 Alex S. 2 years ago on Google
    Great local bar! Craft beer selection is awesome and their cocktails are delicious. Good people, music, and vibes. *Update* They have really cool shirts!

  • 5/5 Seth B. 2 years ago on Google
    Atmosphere of a dive bar with superb cocktails. Everyone is always super nice and friendly!

  • 5/5 Leeat M. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome bartender. Clean and not too packed. Fun pinball, good drinks, and yummy snacks. I love the ambience. Def coming back.

  • 5/5 William A. 2 years ago on Google
    Great music, great vibe, cool bartender.

  • 5/5 David Rey M. 2 years ago on Google
    AMAZING DRINKS AND SHOWS ALL THE TIME!!!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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