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The Keep

Bar

Dark.& cozy, antiques-filled haunt offering live music alongside light bites & craft cocktails. People often mention decor, music, good, live,


Address

205 Cypress Ave, Queens, NY 11385

Website

thekeepny.com

Contact

(718) 381-0400

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (617 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

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

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: decor (9) music (7) good (7) live (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 4/5 Hasanain H. 1 year ago on Google • 301 reviews
    Super chill place, I went for live jazz music on Wednesday night. The set started at 10:30 pm. They even did open mic for anyone who wants to perform or sing which I realize there were many artists among the audience. Decent drink menu, cash only. No food, but was told that they ll bring food in coming weeks. Plenty of seating options including an outside back yard. The interior decor is jaw dropping, random items with a theme rich in Mexican / Catholic culture. No reservations, no coverage.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pavel P. 2 years ago on Google • 611 reviews
    Lovely place, a local dive bar as supposed to be in far-far away Brooklyn. Except for prices. Prices as for the hipsters-williamsburg places. The place is cash only with venmo and apple-pay exceptions. The place is offering lovely sidewalk and yard outside sitting, also live music. After all, nice place to be, and beer. Who cares about beer prices as long as beer is cold?
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Grzegorz R. 2 years ago on Google • 179 reviews
    Oh let me tell you about this place. I don't remember ever being in a bar with more radom stuff in it. The decor is something else. But the most importantly the drinks are good and that's what you expect from a good bar. Definitely worth visiting if in the neighborhood. CASH ONLY
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brini R. 2 years ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Beautiful decor. As others have stated, the aesthetic alone makes this bar worth a visit. I had The Maple, a maple drink with pear, bourbon, and cinnamon. It was delicious. Me and my significant other visited right before the pandemic and were so excited to be back. We hope to return again soon, before the fall weather is over. Front & back seating is available.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 German G. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place, there’s always live music and the decor is fabulous. I’ve seen here live jazz, blues and rock & roll. The prices are good, good vibe and mature people. It’s cash only so make sure to bring cash or pay $5 ATM fee.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ani 2 years ago on Google • 140 reviews
    Unique and eclectic venue with decor you can stare at for days. It’s quiet entertaining visually, even if there are one too many jesus pieces. I didn’t have a drink but the menu looked scrumptious. That particular night there was reggaeton playing but I was told during the week most nights are Jazz nights. I plan on visiting again soon!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 basheer b. 4 years ago on Google • 368 reviews
    Love this place. Misha is an incredible bar tender, making all patrons feel super welcome and at home. The cocktails are fantastic and the decor is eclectic, engaging, beautiful, haphazard yet curated, and there's tons of comfy seating. Can't rave enough about Misha! Food is also high quality, affordable, and delicious. Drinking here is super affordable too - tons of regulars, but welcoming space.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samuel F. 3 years ago on Google • 148 reviews
    Loved it! My 1st venture out to see some live music in almost a year, and they did a great job of making everyone feel safe. Beautiful, funky spot. Great place to sit & sip a drink on a rainy day. Very lived-in, at-home environment.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 DEADMANS B. 1 year ago on Google • 339 reviews
    FUN LITTLE LOUNGE/BAR. LOTS OF INTERESTING THINGS TO SEE INSIDE. I LIKE THAT THEY HAVE A FIREPIT IN THE BACKYARD TO KEEP FOLKS WARM WHEN THEY COME OUT THERE TO DRINK AND TALK. IT'S ALSO A CONVENIENT LOCATION TO SMOKE WITHOUT LEAVING THE FUN. THE DJ HAD FUN MUSIC ON THROUGHOUT MOST OF THE NIGHT BUT LATE NIGHT/EARLY MORNING, IT WAS AWFUL REPETITIVE MUSIC THAT GAVE ME A HEADACHE. THERE'S A TINY LIL DANCE FLOOR THAT CAN HOLD ABOUT 4 PEOPLE COMFORTABLY OR 4 COUPLES SLOW DANCING CLOSER TOGETHER.

  • 5/5 Setti R. 7 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    I came here before a show at the mirage. Very cool bar serving deliciously and artistically made cocktails. Interesting decor, good music, relaxed setting. Cash only, there is an ATM on-site.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Laura P. 1 year ago on Google
    I have always loved the keep. Great service great food. I was a little shocked today though, I ordered the clam appetizer. And I always asked for bread and butter because I dip it in the sauce. I had a five dollar additional charge for a little tiny loaf of bread. They have never charged for bread.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Max M. 5 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Great atmosphere in this bar. Dark lighting and some bizarre decorations make this place very atmospheric and a really cool place to grab a drink and listen to some live music. Cash only!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maria H. 2 months ago on Google • 9 reviews New
    My FAVORITE bar in all of NYC. I’ve lived in NY for almost 20 years and been to countless bars; this one is my favorite. The atmosphere, the vibes, the drinks; top notch. Recommend drinks; - Abeja - The Maple - Pomegranate

  • 4/5 Tom T. 7 months ago on Google
    Pretty cool decor and very friendly service, though when we went (granted, fairly early on a Sunday) it was entirely empty, and the music wasn't really my thing.

  • 5/5 The Harvest H. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a cool vibe! Great for late night drinks and AMAZING cocktails.

  • 5/5 Henry F. 4 months ago on Google
    antique dive with good cocktails and beer too CASH ONLY- has ATM inside and cheaper one next door.

  • 5/5 Nicole I. 10 months ago on Google
    Such a cool place... so over the top decor. Drinks are really good!

  • 5/5 Maria M. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this bar ! The interior is so interesting! The drinks are fairly priced. And I love it when they have a dj there ! Wish I lived closer to visit more often!!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cash-only
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ 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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