The Gibson

Open since 2008, the Brooklyn spot backs up its drink list—spanning scotch, whiskies, craft beers, and cocktails—with remarkably fair prices and a spacious layout that leaves plenty of room to settle in. Bartenders keep the atmosphere low-key and attentive. Since there is no house kitchen, dining relies on a flexible setup: visitors can bring outside takeout, order delivery straight to the bar, or catch occasional outdoor pop-ups serving dishes such as Ecuadorian food.