The Freak Bar
Bar · Brooklyn
About The Freak Bar
The Freak Bar is a Bar restaurant in Brooklyn, NY. Rated 4.9 out of 5 by guests. Discover the menu, photos, and reviews.
What Customers Say About The Freak Bar
The Freak Bar is a quirky, must-see Coney Island bar with a unique carnival-esque atmosphere, live shows, and a museum. Customers rave about the friendly staff, cool decor, and the selection of KCBC beers. It's a great spot for a fun, memorable experience.
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Tip: A must-visit when in Coney Island to experience the freak show history. Check out the museum upstairs and catch a show!
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The Freak Bar is located in Brooklyn, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
Museums
- Coney Island History Project (A 176m) — not-for-profit organization
Parks & Gardens
- Astroland (A 130m) — parque temático de Nueva York
- Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park (A 130m) — amusement park in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York
- Luna Playground (A 137m) — park in Brooklyn, NYC, USA
- Steeplechase Park (A 144m) — amusement park
- Luna Park, Coney Island (A 194m) — parque de atracciones
- Dreamland (A 195m) — shut down amusement park
Other Points of Interest
- Childs Restaurant (A 9m) — New York City designated landmark on Surf Avenue at West 12th Street in Coney Island, Brooklyn
- Elephantine Colossus (A 200m) — former tourist attraction in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York
- Coney Island (A 226m) — barrio de Brooklyn, Nueva York, Estados Unidos
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The Freak Bar Brooklyn Reviews
This is hands down my favorite bar. Beer centric menu with locally themed decor, a pinball machine, art, an upstairs museum, and regular performances that keep Coney Island energy alive. There are so many layers to this spot. It’s delightfully fun and brings the strongest classic show feel of anything in the area. Don’t miss the museum upstairs! It’s only $5 and has some cool info.
Such a cool bar! Loads of memorabilia and knick-knacks to look at, reasonably priced drinks, friendly staff and a cool gift shop with fun things to buy. Loved that the beers were super in-keeping with the freak show theme too - all very carnival-esque. We went on the day of the film festival where they were playing films shot on Coney Island incl The Warriors. Didn't stay for any films but loved the concept! Was definitely a bar highlight of the whole trip to NYC. Apparently they normally have a circus style show with fire breathers, etc, but that wasn't on when we went because of the film festival. Sounded very cool though!
Freak Bar at 1208 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, is a quirky gem on Coney Island. This eclectic bar bursts with personality, featuring vibrant murals, vintage toys, and carnival-themed decor. The drink menu is diverse, offering craft beers, IPAs, seltzers, and wines. The atmosphere is lively, perfect for a fun night out, with a nod to Coney Island’s sideshow history. A must-visit for an offbeat experience!
Super chill and relaxed vibes. No beer on tap, just cans and bottles from a fridge. The cat was a tough bouncer, but a couple scratches under the chin and he'll let you in with no problem. Tattoos not required, but seemed encouraged. I truly wish Coney Island would take a page from this decor, a nice bar alternative to the boardwalk options.
A must see in Coney Island. Enjoy the show.
This is hands down my favorite bar. Beer centric menu with locally themed decor, a pinball machine, art, an upstairs museum, and regular performances that keep Coney Island energy alive. There are so many layers to this spot. It’s delightfully fun and brings the strongest classic show feel of anything in the area. Don’t miss the museum upstairs! It’s only $5 and has some cool info.
Such a cool bar! Loads of memorabilia and knick-knacks to look at, reasonably priced drinks, friendly staff and a cool gift shop with fun things to buy. Loved that the beers were super in-keeping with the freak show theme too - all very carnival-esque. We went on the day of the film festival where they were playing films shot on Coney Island incl The Warriors. Didn't stay for any films but loved the concept! Was definitely a bar highlight of the whole trip to NYC. Apparently they normally have a circus style show with fire breathers, etc, but that wasn't on when we went because of the film festival. Sounded very cool though!
Freak Bar at 1208 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, is a quirky gem on Coney Island. This eclectic bar bursts with personality, featuring vibrant murals, vintage toys, and carnival-themed decor. The drink menu is diverse, offering craft beers, IPAs, seltzers, and wines. The atmosphere is lively, perfect for a fun night out, with a nod to Coney Island’s sideshow history. A must-visit for an offbeat experience!
Super chill and relaxed vibes. No beer on tap, just cans and bottles from a fridge. The cat was a tough bouncer, but a couple scratches under the chin and he'll let you in with no problem. Tattoos not required, but seemed encouraged. I truly wish Coney Island would take a page from this decor, a nice bar alternative to the boardwalk options.
A must see in Coney Island. Enjoy the show.
LOVED this place. Just a small bar, but tons too look at. Nick gave us an awesome tour of the museum. Great personal insights & had great fun on the pinball machines. A must visit if you are in a chill mood & looking for hidden gems!
Very weird, good beer, fun shows. The museum is so awesome. Probably my favorite place to grab a drink at coney island.
Better than the beach. More exciting than the rides. More Coney than the Island.
Definitely a good place to get your freak on. Beer is always cold. During intermissions on some shows it's a great place to meet the performers. They have a museum upstairs with some great artifacts. You can rent the place for any occasion and you can hire the performers for an event. A place where everyone is family.....COME ON IN....Don't forget the gift shop.
Freak bar is a must try bar if you wanna explore a part of Coney Island freak history. I love the environment and the vibe of people in this establishment ❤️
One of the best spots in NYC, hands down.
Must visit place. For Coney island to do list, beach, Luna Park, board walk and freak bar. My classic.... also I feel freak bar have all the coney island of souls. Something magically, just visit to bar and have 🍻, you will have feeling better...
It was definitely a must-see when visiting Coney Island, we came to see a show and enjoyed a few drinks while waiting.
Went to coonie to be where the warriors had been filmed come across this really great bar me and my husband are from England and you will find nothing like this bar back home the show was the best plus the bar man was so wonderful
It is definitely different and out of the so-called norm. I attended the Dr. Sketchy’s anti-art session. Everyone was very nice and welcoming.
We had a good time. Lots of laughs and smiles. All the staff were super friendly.
Surprised to see the best selection of KCBC beers outside of one of their breweries.
One of the best spots in NYC, hands down.
Better than the beach. More exciting than the rides. More Coney than the Island.
Very weird, good beer, fun shows. The museum is so awesome. Probably my favorite place to grab a drink at coney island.
LOVED this place. Just a small bar, but tons too look at. Nick gave us an awesome tour of the museum. Great personal insights & had great fun on the pinball machines. A must visit if you are in a chill mood & looking for hidden gems!
We had a good time. Lots of laughs and smiles. All the staff were super friendly.
Freak bar is a must try bar if you wanna explore a part of Coney Island freak history. I love the environment and the vibe of people in this establishment ❤️
Surprised to see the best selection of KCBC beers outside of one of their breweries.
It was definitely a must-see when visiting Coney Island, we came to see a show and enjoyed a few drinks while waiting.
It is definitely different and out of the so-called norm. I attended the Dr. Sketchy’s anti-art session. Everyone was very nice and welcoming.
Must visit place. For Coney island to do list, beach, Luna Park, board walk and freak bar. My classic.... also I feel freak bar have all the coney island of souls. Something magically, just visit to bar and have 🍻, you will have feeling better...
Went to coonie to be where the warriors had been filmed come across this really great bar me and my husband are from England and you will find nothing like this bar back home the show was the best plus the bar man was so wonderful
Definitely a good place to get your freak on. Beer is always cold. During intermissions on some shows it's a great place to meet the performers. They have a museum upstairs with some great artifacts. You can rent the place for any occasion and you can hire the performers for an event. A place where everyone is family.....COME ON IN....Don't forget the gift shop.
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This bar is very big on KCBC beers (canned). They have other options, of course, but have quite a large selection of KCBC specifically. 🍺 The atmosphere is very, 'if you took apart a carnival, and decorated a bar with it' (you'll see what I mean 😏). Not in a bad way, but a unique 'dive bar charm' way.
This bar is very big on KCBC beers (canned). They have other options, of course, but have quite a large selection of KCBC specifically. 🍺 The atmosphere is very, 'if you took apart a carnival, and decorated a bar with it' (you'll see what I mean 😏). Not in a bad way, but a unique 'dive bar charm' way.
The Coney Island freak show is preformed here. A rip off. The acts are less and less and the price is going up. Online it states $10 for children but at the door they charged me $15 for my children. Not going back for a lame show
The Coney Island freak show is preformed here. A rip off. The acts are less and less and the price is going up. Online it states $10 for children but at the door they charged me $15 for my children. Not going back for a lame show
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