Three Greenpoint and Williamsburg Bars Rated 4.5 and Up

4.6 (313)

Mon – Wed, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1); Thu, 16:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri, 15:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 12:00 – 23:00

180 Franklin St

Fortified wines and regional share plates shape the aperitivo offering at this Greenpoint bar, modeled on the apéritif bars of Spain and Northern Italy. Aperitivo hour brings special pricing on plates and drinks.

4.6 (413)

Mon – Wed, 10:00 – 21:00; Thu – Sat, 10:00 – 22:00; Sun, 11:00 – 21:00

87 Richardson Street

This airy Williamsburg taproom pours fruit-forward craft beers in a bright, café-like room with indoor and outdoor seating. Detroit-style sourdough pizzas and Bavarian pretzels are on hand, and general seating is walk-in only.

4.5 (233)

Mon – Thu, 18:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri, 18:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 16:30 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 16:30 – 01:00 (+1)

644 Driggs Ave

Global wines, craft beers and whiskies anchor this dim-lit Williamsburg bar. The charcuterie board lets you choose your own cheeses and meats, and bartenders often take time to talk through wine choices.