Brooklyn Nights: Listening Rooms and Backyard Wine

4.7 (115)

Wed, Sun, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1); Thu, 16:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1)

810 Fulton St

Bar Francis sits behind Hungry Ghost Coffee at 810 Fulton Street in Clinton Hill. The menu pairs classic and creative cocktails with fresh oysters and bar snacks. Its relaxed neighborhood atmosphere suits an evening with friends. On Fridays and Saturdays, it opens at 4 PM and closes at 2 AM.

4.4 (220)

Mon – Wed, 14:00 – 00:00 (+1); Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 00:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1)

550 Vanderbilt Ave

Beer Street South pairs local taps with weekend Indian street food on Vanderbilt Avenue. Friends can gather at wooden tables in the spacious room. The drinks list reaches beyond beer to craft cocktails, wine, cider, and sake. The bar does not offer draft samples.

4.3 (1,792)

Wed – Thu, 18:00 – 22:00; Fri, 18:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sat, 10:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sun, 10:00 – 21:00

233 Butler St

At Public Records in Gowanus, UPSTAIRS combines an intimate listening lounge with a cocktail bar. Friends could start with plant-based dinner in the Atrium before heading upstairs for drinks. The Sound Room hosts live performances and club programming. The venue stays open until 4 AM on Fridays and Saturdays.

4.6 (118)

Mon – Tue, Thu – Fri, 16:00 – 23:00; Wed, Sat – Sun, 11:00 – 23:00

343A Tompkins Ave

Dear Friend Books pairs vintage books and vinyl with a wine bar on Tompkins Avenue. The shelves also hold writing journals from Leaves. Wine, sake, and tea are among the drinks. After browsing, friends could linger on the peaceful backyard patio. The shop closes at 11 PM every day.