The Bearded Lady
Snack · Brooklyn
Indulge in Brooklyn's best snacks, just steps from the iconic Brooklyn Lyceum
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About The Bearded Lady
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Brooklyn at 686A Washington Ave, The Bearded Lady offers a unique dining experience that celebrates simplicity and flavor. Our journey began with a passion for crafting delectable snacks that resonate with both locals and visitors alike. With a rating of 4.4/5 based o...
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Brooklyn at 686A Washington Ave, The Bearded Lady offers a unique dining experience that celebrates simplicity and flavor. Our journey began with a passion for crafting delectable snacks that resonate with both locals and visitors alike. With a rating of 4.4/5 based on 647 reviews, we take pride in our reputation as a go-to spot for those seeking authentic tastes without the complexity. Our menu is carefully curated to highlight the best of what Brooklyn has to offer, blending local flavors with global influences. Whether you're looking for a casual bite or an intimate gathering, we provide various dining options that cater to every mood and occasion. Come explore our cozy nooks and crannies, where each corner tells a story of our culinary journey. Join us at The Bearded Lady—where every visit is as special as the last.
What Customers Say About The Bearded Lady
The Bearded Lady is a popular neighborhood bar known for its great drinks, friendly staff, and lively atmosphere. Customers rave about the creative cocktail menu, especially the Painkiller and Lychee Rum Punch. It's a great spot for after-work drinks or a casual night out with friends.
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Tip: Visit in the evening for a good time and try the Painkiller cocktail. Be aware that the food menu is limited.
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The Bearded Lady Brooklyn Reviews
Just a great hangout spot, in the best old Brooklyn tradition, with a twist and very well crafted cocktails. Best of all is the Pool Table, still at a buck per game. You feel like you are transported to a different world.
Tan was amazing! He handled the bar and tables. He was great with recommending drink. The Fever Pêche was amazing!! We orders pretzels, grilled cheese & nachos. Tan made our nachos with so much love. He layered it so well so every chip had everything to on it. I’ll definitely be back!
Really lovely service and attentive server, great atmosphere and drinks as well.
Went to a friend's birthday celebration. They had small area in the back reserved for us. The drink menu is expansive and inventive. The Burning Bush drink was worth the trip!
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.
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!
Gotta love a good bar like Bearded lady! Great seats outside to watch the traffics drive by. Funny little pool table in the back and some jazzy cocktails up front. Not a bad spot to stop for a drink while doing some much needed laundry around the Corner! Had all the papers you could want!
First off, Bearded Lady is truly an after work spot especially for the lucky few who get out of work at 3:00pm -4:00pm. The drinks are strong, just as I like it. The food menu is limited--what they do have is good enough in taste and presentation. We had nachos with black beans and some other stuff maybe white cheddar in a tangy sauce--it was fine, it balanced out the strength of the liquor. The bartender was just chill--she was not friendly but not rude either. My wife felt that she was not engaging--or more accurately she did not engage us. I agree. It's an okay spot. Might not go back anytime soon though.
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.
Congratulations your happy hour has allowed you to sell a regular priced beer lol
Low lights, very grey, not accessible. Limited seating, recommended to book in advance. Food and drinks not tasty. But a lot of cool young professionals
Nice venue to chill and unwind a bit 👍 Good ambiance with comfortable seating. The bar is situated in the middle, making it easy to order drinks. The drinks are done ✅ nicely and not watered down. Actually got a nice buzz after the first drink. Could use a single large ice cube to enhance the experience. Outdoor seating is a plus and so is the pool table. The red wine was a letdown and not many options…
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