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Bearded Lady

Bar

Classic '50s-diner-style lounge with large windows featuring upscale, creative cocktails. People often mention drinks, good, great, service, cocktails, cocktail, drink, table, time, staff,


Address

686A Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Website

beardedladybrooklyn.com

Contact

(469) 232-7333

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (581 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 2 PM to 3 AM
  • Thursday: 2 PM to 4 AM
  • Friday: 2 PM to 4 AM
  • Saturday: 12 PM to 4 AM
  • Sunday: 12 PM to 4 AM
  • Monday: 2 PM to 3 AM
  • Tuesday: 2 PM to 3 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: drinks (21) good (15) great (10) service (9) cocktails (9) cocktail (8) drink (8) table (7) time (7) staff (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 1/5 Drew L. 1 year ago on Google
    I had an abysmal experience here over the weekend, and I cannot in good conscience recommend it to anyone until there’s a major overhaul of employee training and behavior. While my group and I were peacefully seated at a table, one of our friends closed her eyes and put her head down due to fatigue. Without warning, one of the servers violently shook her from behind and barked at her to wake up or leave. It's important to emphasize that we’d only ordered 1 round of drinks at this point and were in control. The server didn't even attempt to speak with us before physically intervening. Instead, we were left feeling shocked, uncomfortable, and unsafe. To make matters worse, when we tried to address the incident with the server, she was shockingly rude and hostile, displaying a complete lack of professionalism and basic human decency. If violently shaking a tired patron is the first response of this establishment's employees, then they have no place in the service industry. It was a show of arrogance, disrespect, and incompetence that no paying customer should ever have to endure. It’s clear that our safety and well-being weren’t a priority for this establishment. It's a shame because we’d heard decent things about this bar, but our experience was anything but positive. I implore anyone reading to think twice before giving Bearded Lady your business until they take major steps to address these issues.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew D. 1 year ago on Google • 632 reviews
    Solid selection of drinks to choose from and the bar altogether has a good vibe. Definitely stop by here during the evening for a good time. The pretzel was good as a snack and everything came out in a timely fashion. Can’t wait to go back and try out a few more options!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Victor N. 1 year ago on Google • 314 reviews
    Short answer: definitely worth a visit! Longer answer: we popped in for an afternoon cocktail and my first impression of the Bearded Lady was the wonderful color scheme that felt tropical, perhaps something from southern Florida. The vibe required me to order a rum based drink, but my girlfriend had a glass of excellent red wine and I had to honor my Nordic roots and try their “Dill or no dill” which was an aquavit based cocktail.. you don’t really see too many of those in the US so naturally I had to try it. I’ll say this, having grown up on the Swedish west coast, I’ve had my fair share of aquavit variations, but this cocktail was so incredibly good it’s the only thing I’m choosing to focus this review on. That cocktail in itself is well worth the visit! Other than that, the staff was super friendly, it was a clean place, their cocktails were strong and delicious. Well worth a visit!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alexandra Z. 2 years ago on Google • 126 reviews
    Good service & decent drinks. Drinks and food came out fast. There were a couple employees who were working as bartenders/servers but also playing on the pool table with customers which was a little odd. The drinks were decent— the menu is creative and the drinks are strong, but were pretty one-note in terms of flavor. The grilled cheese was delicious— the addition of pickles was fun.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kyle B. 8 months ago on Google • 87 reviews
    While not looking for a cocktail place the extreme heat wave forced us to make a stop. This place looked the most interesting on Google Maps and glad we picked it. The server was great, he made banging suggestions and it felt like he was really vibing with all the tables he served including ours. There was plenty of space in the venue and did not feel claustrophobic. Onto the cocktails- the ginger one was a little spicer than what I wanted on a hot day but the beachcomber, and on the sever's recommendation, the Ted damson were fantastic. We even did two of the Ted ones and it looked like it was the favorite of the tables around us.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Alberto O. 1 year ago on Google
    This place was terrible. If it wasn't for the two dudes (who were regulars), we met here last night. We would have left. My friends and I stopped by this place last night after reading a good review, and we were highly disappointed. The bartenders looked like the joy had been snuffed out of their lives. They couldn't even crack a smile. My friend ordered the hotdog, which was cold, and the bread was old AF. It wasn't even that busy. We gave them the benefit of the doubt and left a good tip. Maybe someone died, or something terrible had happened, and they were all sad. Anyways I really hope they find joy or at the very least try and find a job that makes them happy.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Bex S. 2 months ago on Google • 9 reviews New
    It’s super sad because this place genuinely has good cocktails. They have a pool table in the back and they allow childish and frankly embarrassing pool playing regulars to monopolize the space and heckle other people who want to play/customers.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 K D. 2 years ago on Google
    This place has a cool interior design and a fun concept, however the drinks are actually bad and the service is slow. The drinks tasted bad, whether it was too sweet, watered down, or just a poor flavor profile. We went on a weekday, so maybe we caught them on a bad night.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 lara R. 6 months ago on Google • 362 reviews
    Bearded lady has friendly staff, the cocktails are nice, my friend had the nachos he liked them, the pool table winner stays on which is a bonus, lots of good pool players. Recommend it here

  • 1/5 Sarah L. 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    PRETENTIOUS STAFF They forgot our food and shots and then blamed it on us being too drunk so wanting to wait to serve us. Bizarre experience. When decided to just close out and asked about it I’m told “That’s part of the job” weird we only had a few drinks it’s only 5pm and we’re grown adults but okay…thanks for leaving a bad taste
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark 1 year ago on Google
    The local against which all others are judged. Friendly bartenders, great music, and a nice selection of eats. Have a Hemingway Daiquiri, order some beer cheese, and watch the sun set from a sidewalk table. And if I could have their hot dog everyday, I would.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Toby G. 2 years ago on Google
    The environment was great, however the cocktails were poorly mixed. We had a frozen drink that was mostly rum flavored, which might sound good if looking for bang-for-buck, but was ultimately hard to drink. Otherwise their cocktails wandered from too sweet to too watered down. Good place for a quick drink, but just get a draft beer. Prices were consistent with most Brooklyn bars.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eve M. 11 months ago on Google • 46 reviews
    Great ambiance! Delicious drinks. Beautiful presentation and very well balanced flavors. Had a wonderful time here with good friends. Would definitely come back.

  • 5/5 Monét T. 1 year ago on Google • 45 reviews
    This is such a cute place with great drinks! It’s definitely not for a luncheon as there are minimal snacks available but the drinks are great!! And the staff is very nice. I will be coming back for evening drinks!

  • 5/5 Shaine F. 6 months ago on Google • 25 reviews
    Such a perfect place for a beautiful day- they open all the windows and have lots of outdoor/sidewalk seating. Please get the painkiller- it’s their frozen and it’s literally creamy like dole whip.

  • 1/5 Stephen Z. 10 months ago on Google
    I am not the one to write reviews unless it's absolutely necessary. I would not recommend this bar to my worst enemy. We were treated poorly and unfairly by the staff through condescending remarks and slow service. My party (60 people) rented out half the bar at a $2,800 minimum tab to celebrate an engagement. The whole night was a consistent battle to get the staff's attention and be served food and drinks. Due to only having access to one bar tender and slow service, we came up $1,400 short of the minimum tab. Instead of the Bearded Lady's staff understanding our frustration, they would not let us speak to a manager and demanded the residual payment. I have never been more disgusted with a staff crew in my existence. Please save your time, dignity, and money, and go someplace else.

  • 5/5 Alma 4 months ago on Google
    The server was very helpful and friendly. It such a cute spot! Their drinks were soooo yummy. I forgot what I had but it was banana and creamy 😍😍

  • 5/5 Nick K. 6 months ago on Google
    Great bar with a fun aesthetic and awesome drinks. Always enjoy my time there. Try a ‘John the Beachcomber’—you won’t be disappointed!

  • 5/5 Brianna C. 9 months ago on Google
    The best cocktails and most lovely staff. You must stop in this spot.

  • 4/5 Lina W. 8 months ago on Google
    Music was a little loud, so we felt like we had to talk louder. But the decor is cute and makes it feel homey and it's a fun bar. Drinks are $13/$15, as expected for the city so not too bad, but not cheap.

  • 5/5 Alyssa R. 2 years ago on Google
    The people that work at the bar are lovely and genuinely take care of the patrons. Really nice cocktails and good snack type foods. Relaxed atmosphere. **if there is a cocktail with a 2 drink order limit, believe it! They are potent. Stay safe ;)

  • 5/5 Damara Rose S. 11 months ago on Google
    Amazing Bar, Best everything, martinis & cocktails are great here and the owners, bartenders, manager, and servers keep everything Super Safe. Best pool table in Brooklyn, delicious snacks, and if they could remember to put the mop in the champagne room it might be easier to quickly mop up the broken glasses that happen every once in a while. I’m a Singer, distiller and a cocktail designer on Wall St now from Hudson NY, been in BK for a long time and also worked here, started training as bartender @15 years old, Upstate. Love it, keep coming back and keep your friends safe.

  • 5/5 Ben P. 1 year ago on Google
    Fun atmosphere and great drinks! Glad to be able to have a bite of food to balance the equation!!

  • 5/5 Sean S. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cool place. Great atmosphere and drinks

  • 5/5 Udit A. 1 year ago on Google
    Come to Bearded Lady if you're looking for a nice, casual place in Brooklyn to grab a drink. The vibe is chill and the place is usually abuzz with activity. Check it out if you're in the neighborhood!

  • 5/5 Quintin K. 2 years ago on Google
    The Bearded Lady has very good cocktails, including both originals and classics. The service was good and my friend and I were able to get seats at the bar on a Saturday night, which was great. Overall, this is a fun cocktail bar.

  • 5/5 José Ignacio E. 1 year ago on Google
    Patrick is a STAR ⭐️ Came for the World Cup match and had a wonderful time. Amazing service, great drinks, wonderful time. Love this place

  • 3/5 Laniya M. 1 year ago on Google
    Came here for one drink by myself and upon ordering I got asked by a male server for a card for a tab …I would love for someone to rectify this cause I didn’t see any other groups asked this . Maybe I missed it ?😂 it was odd and turned me off , I sat at a table .. not even the bar. I’ll also mentioned I got glared at a few times by that server before even sitting when I was at the door. Overall it was a weird vibe in the beginning.. the drink was good . Space didn’t really feel too welcoming .

  • 2/5 Ben B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great bar except for the service. Rude bartender but great drinks. Beware if you put your feet on a chair. 5/5 drinks, 1/5 service.

  • 5/5 Dhwani B. 1 year ago on Google
    We went here for a happy hour on a awful rainy NYC day and were very happy! The serves were so kind and the drinks were on point. Strong too. Perfect for a little pit stop


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Amenities


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

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