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Do or Dive Bar

Bar

Down-to-earth local pub serving beer & cocktails amid weathered-brick walls & throwback decor. People often mention drinks, great, dive, nice, good, bartender, vibe,


Address

1108 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216

Website

doordivebedstuy.com

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (622 reviews)

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Working Hours

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

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: drinks (13) great (10) dive (9) nice (9) good (8) bartender (7) vibe (7)
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  • 5/5 Zita Hyon (. 2 years ago on Google
    I have been to many bars in my lifetime, but Do or Dive truly tops the list. I had a delightful vodka water and almost fell in love TWICE. Unheard of in this economy! I would have given this bar 4 stars, because the bathroom line was dead quiet. Not the typical bathroom banter I am used to. Nonetheless, the over experience made up for any lost vibes. Five stars, Highly recommend- z$
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Justin R. 2 years ago on Google • 667 reviews
    This is one of those classic dive bars you love to find, exuding history and kitsch and vintage flourishes mixed with a kind crowd of regulars. The bartender who served us was chummy and garrulous, with an eye on his known clients who came ready to chat about life, sports, and the like. The cool Wisconsin Pilsner on tap was refreshing and potent, and we washed it down at a corner table surrounded by old antique glass, lights, and beer signs popping off the dark walls with a neon glaze. In every corner your eye wanders you find a spark of outsider art or conversation piece. We spied an outdoor back patio that called out for warmer moods. The brew was priced for sessions. Stop by.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Astrid V. 1 year ago on Google
    great bar when you get the staff to treat you decently. today was my third experience being mistreated by one of their bartenders. I was standing at a spot where I wasn’t supposed to, but it wasn’t signaled at all. still the bartender had no issues with emphatically hammering my rib cage with their fingers to make me move: as you do when you want an animal to move. I wanted this to be my neighborhood bar but there’s already too many incidents like this.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 George F. 2 years ago on Google
    Later for tbis place. They treated me and my friends ( three African Americans). Bad. I put a tab up, a 50 bill and bartender put ot up to the lights for 10 minutes and put on counter also looking at it. I was the ONLY one ask for proof of vaccination. We seem OTHER people walk in and ask nothing. So my other friend showed up and after 10 people walk in ONLY he was ask if he was vaccinated. And we has business attire on not that it makes a difference. So we walked the ...... out.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jen S. 5 years ago on Google • 204 reviews
    My new favorite bar.... I wish I lived in NY! Our team was working in the park and this place was halfway home. They don't care what you wear and aren't weird about backpacks (we had tools and laptops to take home). Drinks are inexpensive, they have twisted tea (a colleague was searching everywhere for it), a decent wine selection and plenty of standard cocktails and beer. Love love love the decor! Dollar bills on the ceiling, poetry on the tables, skulls in the floor and vintage neon everywhere! It's like a hipster Cheers, but I'm a good way. Definitely have recommended it to my friends passing though and hope to be back soon!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Victoria 2 months ago on Google • 40 reviews New
    Love this bar, all the bartenders are great except for the chubby Hispanic one, who was obnoxious and rude. Happy to see I wasn’t the only one with an issue in the reviews. Get a different job bro, you’re ruining the vibe.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 C D. 5 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Watered down drinks, drunk fools making bad decisions… not to mention the chubby Hispanic bartender that’s obnoxious and rude.. dirty floor, dirty bathroom nothing nice about it..
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lindsey R. 4 months ago on Google • 28 reviews
    Very dog friendly. Nice selection of draft beer. Very nice amount of kitsch decor.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kellen B. 6 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    One of my favorite bars (if not my number 1) in all of NYC. Backyard is wonderful, drinks are cheap and atmosphere is great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David T. 3 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite bars in Bed Stuy, the vibe is optimistic in 2021!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hannah G. 2 years ago on Google
    An amazing spot! definitely a place for locals. you can bring your dog if you’re in with the crowd and it’s a cute dog. would definitely recommend the “something coffee” drink LOL so random but so good!!! can’t wait to go back
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 michal e. 1 year ago on Google
    They didn’t let us in twice!!!!! After we showed them I.D and passport. They’re racist and anti Semitic . They didn’t let us in even after we showed them an American passport and they let other people in. Please don’t go there and don’t spend your money there..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 R Simplicityh (. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped there to get a quick drink with my business partner before flying out. Very busy on a a midday Saturday. Drink prices was reasonable. Pet friendly, decor was a bit too cluttered for me. First time there and bartender service was below average, took him a while to acknowledge us Some how I didn’t like the vibe. There a much more bars in the area that are welcoming
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Scott B. 1 year ago on Google
    Finally!!! A bar in Brooklyn that doesn't overcharge for drinks. Not only are their prices good, the music is great and the place overall look and feel is awesome. Seriously, this place has a great vibe and from the look of it lots of dedicated patrons. Next time I'm in town I will definitely stop in for a few drinks.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Danielle R. 8 months ago on Google • 84 reviews
    This bar is great and it's laid back. You can bring well behaved pets. There is a backyard. Bring your friends and enjoy the atmosphere and the drinks.

  • 5/5 Mark B. 6 months ago on Google • 58 reviews
    We have been here twice while on our trip…and plan to go again. It’s a local haunt, with the occasional out of towners like us. The place has a great vibe totally living up to its name and reminds us of pubs in Ireland a and the UK. Jowi (Yes he spells it this way) handles the Happy Hour with a good natured dry wit, balancing orders and banter without a hitch. It’s quite an interactive show to watch. He greeted us by name on the second visit, asking how our day went, making us feel like locals 👍👍. They weren’t serving food when we were there but let you bring in take out from elsewhere. The prices are good as well, and not just by New York standards. If you are in the area, Do Dive right in!

  • 5/5 alexandra d. 1 year ago on Google • 36 reviews
    Really fun spot, cheap drinks, and nice staff! We aren’t from Brooklyn or New York but we felt very welcomed at this place. Definitely would recommend!

  • 4/5 Todd C. 2 months ago on Google • 25 reviews New
    An extremely solid dive bar that gets pretty busy whether it’s a weekend evening, or even a weekday afternoon! They have a solid bar with a good amount of seating, along with some booths you can sit in as well! They also have an outdoor area that is decently spacious for when it’s warm out! On weekdays there is a great bartender named Joey who works there, he’s funny and a little weird and I love it! Overall, can’t go wrong if you’re looking for a solid affordable bar!

  • 5/5 Damone V. 1 year ago on Google
    Got into Brooklyn last night. Finished the evening here. Great bar with really nice folks. Made me feel like a local. I had a blast and will make it my last stop again tonight!

  • 1/5 Nastassia F. 9 months ago on Google
    Got attacked by one of the clients there. Culturally and racially immature clientele. Aggressive customers who pick a fight out for nothing.

  • 4/5 Valentina Herrán C. 9 months ago on Google
    Very nice people and also very nice music, after 10 pm it gets very crowded so if you want to have a table better arrive early

  • 5/5 kathlyn r. 9 months ago on Google
    It's always nice to purchase a good string drink in a Texas size glass.

  • 3/5 A Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Classic dive bar. Bartenders are a bit pretentious, but hey, you are in BK. Place is always packed. Solid place to grab a couple of beers with friends.

  • 5/5 Sam G. 3 years ago on Google
    Cozy shin dig with an assortment of drinks. They have a strong specialty for 10bucks and merch too. They have out side dining as well as back yard area. Ask for Brandon every other Saturday. He’s hella cute!

  • 5/5 Eric N. 10 months ago on Google
    Joey is the best bartender! He remembers your favorite drink and your name! Also has lots if outdoor benches in the back, as well as the street side. Watch Jeopardy every night and take a guess!

  • 5/5 Jonny G. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice bar! They guy with the band tattoo is always cool

  • 5/5 Anya L. 1 year ago on Google
    I bring my dog Reggie here on dates and drinks with friends. Reggie gets tons of attention from the staff and patrons, and I get to drink nutcrackers away from the beach and enjoy their back patio. Great neighborhood spot.

  • 5/5 Blu L. 1 year ago on Google
    Lit vibe; outdoor space; excellent scenery. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 TIP YOUR BARTENDER.

  • 5/5 Emily K. 2 years ago on Google
    Classic dive bar - super loud, packed, and only classic/well drinks. Generous pours for a great price though and an upbeat and happy vibe if that's what you are looking for!

  • 5/5 Manu 1 year ago on Google
    really nice bar, friendly service, cheap beer and nice atmosphere. It's more then just a dive bar, there are many people.

  • 5/5 Jonathan Harris I. 1 year ago on Google
    Classic dive bar with a large selection of taps and some fun specials! The real gem is the backyard patio! Good vibes!

  • 5/5 Katie H. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely loved this place. Quite upscale for a dive bar bit still very fun vibes. Great drinks and music. Had lots of fun here!

  • 5/5 Beanie L. 2 years ago on Google
    this place is mad queer and fun. drinks are cheap and staff is cool af. bk all day baybeeee

  • 5/5 Kaweh D. 2 years ago on Google
    My kinda bar. Great music, chill atmosphere, and solid drinks all in a place that feels familiar to anyone who’s ever been a local at a dive

  • 5/5 Paul H. 2 years ago on Google
    Best bar in NYC. Hands down. Beer shot special for $5.

  • 5/5 Andrea M. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a great dive! Cheap drinks, good service AND you can bring your dog!! They also have a fabulous backyard! It doesn't get much better than that, for a neighborhood local!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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