The Keep
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About The Keep
En The Keep, te invitamos a sumergirte en un ambiente acogedor y misterioso, adornado con antigüedades que cuentan historias. Disfruta de música en vivo, deliciosos aperitivos y cócteles artesanales en nuestro rincón único de Ridgewood. Con una atmósfera íntima y una cuidada selección de bebidas, Th...
En The Keep, te invitamos a sumergirte en un ambiente acogedor y misterioso, adornado con antigüedades que cuentan historias. Disfruta de música en vivo, deliciosos aperitivos y cócteles artesanales en nuestro rincón único de Ridgewood. Con una atmósfera íntima y una cuidada selección de bebidas, The Keep es el lugar perfecto para una noche inolvidable.
What Customers Say About The Keep
The Keep is a unique, cash-only bar known for its eclectic, vintage decor and live music, especially jazz. Customers rave about the atmosphere, friendly staff (especially Misha), and well-crafted cocktails. Be prepared for a potentially busy environment, especially on Thursday nights.
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Tip: It's a cash-only bar, but they accept Venmo and Apple Pay. Also, check out the live music schedule, especially if you enjoy jazz or gypsy jazz.
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The Keep Ridgewood Reviews
Very cool, relaxed vibe. Music got a lot louder around 10:30 on a Saturday. Really cool drinks and nice staff. Great hangout bar!
So magically decorated this space feels like you’re entering a dream. They also have a good south side on the menu so this is a must-visit for me
Without a doubt the coolest bar of my trip so far. Gothic, Rococo, cabinet of curiosities vibes... Really stylish. Well-crafted cocktails, over the top, tasty, fair prices, friendly staff. Cool music, though slightly at odds with the setting, it was an electro mix, pretty cool but unexpected. Spotless, well-maintained, truly unique. Excellent experience. Highly recommended.
Very quirky and cool cash-only bar. Best when they have live music. Pop in and see what the vibe is, it varies a lot but when it's good it's really good. I like to take out of towners here.
Oh, where do I even start with The Keep? This hidden gem in Ridgewood feels like stepping into a living museum of Victorian elegance—every corner bursts with intricate details that make you want to linger and explore. From the antique chandeliers dripping with crystal to the ornate wallpaper and vintage curios tucked into shadowy nooks, it's like the owners curated a time capsule of old-world charm just for you. I could have spent the entire evening just wandering the space, admiring the thoughtful touches that turn a simple bar into an immersive experience.c6f112 The people here? Absolute angels. The bartenders are not just pros at mixing killer cocktails (their seasonal gin fizz was a revelation—herbal, effervescent, and perfectly balanced), but they're genuinely warm and attentive, chatting with you like old friends without ever rushing. The crowd has that effortless cool vibe—diverse, friendly folks who strike up conversations over shared sips, making it feel like you've stumbled into the best neighborhood secret in Queens. And the live music? Pure magic. We caught a sultry jazz set on a Wednesday night, with the saxophonist's notes weaving through the room like silk. The intimate stage setup means you're not just watching—you're part of it, the melodies bouncing off those detailed walls in the coziest way imaginable.5c327c It's the kind of spot where time slips away, and suddenly it's last call, but you don't want to leave. If you're craving a place that's equal parts art installation, social haven, and sonic escape, run (don't walk) to The Keep. It's not just a venue; it's an event every time. Can't wait to go back—highly recommend for date nights, solo vibes, or rallying the crew for an unforgettable evening. Cheers to more nights like this! 🎷🍸
Excellent place to go with friends, talk and relax, 💯 recommend it 👍
Most amazing placeee i have been in a while, live music was great, it was busy on a Thursday night and they only take cash which i didnt know but such an amazing find!!
🎶🎼Jazz 🎶 🎼 Lovers !! Best Dream 💭 Bar delicious cocktails 🍹 ! always great musicians, can’t not miss the Keep when visiting Bushwick !!! Great prices ! A true Brooklyn Jazz Bar , Patio .
This is my happy place. Beautiful decor lovely people wonderful vibes good music + firepit out in the back 🔥🌟
They have Gypsy jazz at night. Cute decor, with a vintage, hodgepodge, spooky feel. Good drinks. I got the blood orange and my partner got a whiskey neat. They let you bring your own food. Smells good. Cash only but there’s an atm.
This place is a grungey vintage bar with iconic decor. Absolutely love this place - a quintessential Bushwick bar. Great cocktails and vibes. But Keep in mind this place is cash only.
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
Nice cozy bar with tremendously good interior, low lights, more candles, good people, different style of music every time (instrumental, electric ...) (footage is captured in low light with no ISO changed on purpose to demonstrate how it looks)
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.
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?
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!
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.
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.
This place is cool and the people are lovely. Mixology is innovative... I had the Maple! And the egg, turkey, avocado, cheddar croissant was delicious! The decor is very original as well... looking forward to coming back for an evening of music next time.
The vibes are elegant yet also dark and grimy, which gives this spot a very unique energy. I love it. Friendly bartender. Cash only. It's a good spot to sit down for a bit and recharge over some casual drinks.
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.
Used to like this place but had a very disappointing experience last night. The bar was half empty but my friends and I were turned away for having too many guys in our group. For being a Burning-Man themed bar, it's very disappointing they don't respect the values of the community. Literally the first principle is "Radical Inclusion." I can imagine imagine the owner making some excuse that, "All the other bars in the area have a similar door policy," but we literally walked right into to two other bars around the corner with friendlier staff and better vibes. RIP to the Keep.
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2-05 Cypress Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385
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