Located in Brooklyn is Congress bar. They only have a cocktail menu but the cocktails are superb. We are big espresso martini fans and found this place to have the best ones in the city. Our bartender was Jessica and she was phenomenal. Kudos to her and the staff for a fun happy hour which is $2 off per cocktail.

Cool neighborhood bar with amazing cocktails! They have a nice outdoor area that makes it a great place to meet up with your friends. I went by on a Monday night and they even had live jazz playing out front!

This small bar seems to be a popular spot in the neighborhood with ample outdoor seating. The bartender greeted us as soon as we entered and was attentive to everyone waiting to order drinks. Despite the small crowd, she was fully aware of who was waiting and who was there first. We ordered margaritas that were surprisingly strong and potato chips. I'm not sure if they offer food, but we didn't ask since we had already had brunch.

I've been meaning to try this place for so long, and I finally did! This is the classic neighborhood bar. Small and intimate, intriguing wallpaper, locals who look like regulars. The drinks were fairly priced and tasty, and the bartender was very sweet. The service here is excellent; the waitress was very attentive. There is a good amount of seating at the bar, as well as a few tables in the back. There's also a smaller, more private section with a handful of tables off to the side. If you're not from the neighborhood, Congress Bar is near the F/G line and surrounded by excellent restaurants if you're looking to grab some food beforehand. This place looks like it's made for regulars, which I'm hoping to become! Definitely try this one out!

This is a cute little neighborhood bar! I've passed it so many times and finally had the pleasure of coming twice in the past week. Loves: + Good selection of cocktails and beers + Nice vibe, not divey and not overly fancy + Spacious outdoor dining that is good for groups + Indoor dining has the long bar but also another small back room near the restroom + Seems ideal for first dates (not to eavesdrop but ya know) The one thing I'd note is they don't have food outside of chips and oysters (for weekend pop-ups), so definitely eat before or after before coming here. P.S. Their aperol spritz includes vodka. Drink wisely ;)

Trendy cocktail bar in the neighborhood with seating along the bar, as well as around the back for a more intimate setting. Saturday afternoon, lucked into a couple seats at the bar. Tried the Maple Retox ($14) first - an interesting punch of maple and bourbon, strong throughput with just a hint of sweetness. Also had the Fig Old Fashioned ($15) - a more balanced drink, though not as strong of a flavor in regards to the fig. Not much in regards to food (some snacks), though I don't think they're against outside items. Good relaxing spot to hang out, with bartenders who know their stuff.

My husband went to this bar a couple of times. This time he introduced me to this place--a great bar with a very knowledgeable bartender. You name him liquor and a flavor bouquet, and you got yourself the best drink ever! Coming back for more )

This is such a lovely Brooklyn bar. They don't serve food but they have food pop ups weekly. They also welcome outside food when not hosting a pop up. A nice cocktail menu, selection of wine, & beer. Their outdoor seating area is simple and comfortable! Lovely bartenders too. Definitely recommended!