Caribbean Social Club

Bar · Williamsburg

Caribbean Social Club

Bar · Williamsburg

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244 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11211

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Nestled in Williamsburg, this lively bar is a Caribbean oasis boasting cheap drinks, free food, and a heaping dose of Latin music and culture.  

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244 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11211 Get directions

$1–10

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244 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11211 Get directions

+1 718 388 1455
tonitasny

$1–10

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payment cash only
reservations
outdoor seating

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Jul 6, 2025

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"Maria Antonia Cay has run Caribbean Social Club in some form from 244 Grand Street in Williamsburg since the 1970s — first as a members-only club and then as a bar..." - Luke Fortney

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"Protestors are gathering at the Manhattan courthouses today for Caribbean Social Club, also known as Toñita’s, which has been a community hub since the 1980s, and was even a stop for Bad Bunny. Owner Maria “Toñita” Cay is being subjected to a legal summons, Brownstoner reports, but the protest appears to be related to deeper issues surrounding the gentrification of Williamsburg." - Emma Orlow

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Samantha G

Google
This place is a “gem” but omg I don’t know if it was the night we went but I saw maybe a handful of Caribbean /latinos . It seems like Argentina’s or Spaniard ? Idk the lack of flavor and they smell . But we support everyone so maybe I had a wrong night.

Ernesto Santibanez

Google
What a hidden caribbean gem! This place left me a sense it focuses more on creating a meeting point for the local community than profits. Toñita is really a wonderful character. Small tables are arranged around a snooker table, there's a bar and a small outdoor patio. The place is full of Caribbean character and music, what a find !

Abranny Djss

Google
This is a Party e’ Marquesina for me, $3 dollars beer? BET. Looks like old San Juan bars, dancing good Puertorrican music. This is old school, the owner is an old lady and she’s awesome. An AC maybe? Probably is going to defeat its purpose but it doesn’t hurt asking 🤪

Altra Civiltà Video

Google
This is one of the best place in New York. I was there for new year's eve, magic people!

Nancy Lucena

Google
If you wanna feel like you in Puerto Rico this is the place you have a great time affordable drinks the atmosphere is amazing Be sure that when you come here you have manners and want to have a great time Toñita Do not mess around respect her place and you have a great time love it She is amazing and is wonderful to talk to her but Be respectful she has rules As well as in your parents house amazing place you will enjoy it and if you Early you will have a plate Off puerto rican food she always have love for everybody and she will feed you She will always have love for you but respect her but she is not to play around with It's crazy how she always remembers me in Christmas and gives me something and she will talk to me and if I don't come in the weekend she will ask me why I didn't come Because I always make sure I talk to her She says I'm loud But I always tell her you know I'm from Puerto Rico we always loud ARECIBO EN LA CASA 2024🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷💃 You could play pool you could play music and have a good time it all about respect This is like going to a bar in Puerto Rico if you know you know Do not expect something fancy it's all about vibes I am so happy that I get to meet a lot of people from different countries And we have a great time This is how it is in the island but we have it in New York Williamsburg Whenever I miss my island I know I could go there It could be a Tuesday and she's always looking beautiful And I could have a conversation with her I miss my island and this is a little piece of my island for me hope everybody can enjoy it and be grateful to have something like this because I Do all latinos From all over the world you can learn how Bars in Puerto Rico are in the neighborhoods🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷TOÑITA PARA TODO LA VIDA LO MEJOR 2024 TQM All the latinos are family it doesn't matter where you come from we understand each other and this is the place.

M.G. Garcia

Google
Had a good time here. The service is quick and it’s a legendary spot too. There’s a pool table and large restroom and backyard spot to cool down too. Reminds me of the Caribbean 🇵🇷🌺

Yes No

Google
Damn hands down my favorite bar right now, it really feels like I’m in the Caribbean! Plus the prices match it.

Lorena D.R

Google
A hidden gem to get some beers with friends - feels like you’re in the Caribbean while snowing outside.

Clari B.

Yelp
A historical landmark (as are all social clubs created for their intended original purposes). This is a joint for all latinos to have a place to gather, be social, and eat a great meal. If you want to learn more look into this gem or attempt to speak to the owner (or her son. you'll see them around). Although the days of our parents are gone, hopefully the kids will bring this place back to life and keep it for the generations to come. Maybe a return of the instruments. BYOI (bring your own instrument) can be organized I'm sure:) What it's not is a modern club for getting slouched and hooking up. So don't come thinking it's anything other than a quaint little joint nuzzled in the ever gentrifying WillyB.

Tiffany S.

Yelp
It's a vibe for a casual yet lit night out with friends. Drinks are cheap, food is free and hot all night and the music is the audiences choice!

John C.

Yelp
Incredible Establishment. Prevented a fight from breaking out, returned my wallet when I lost it, cheap but good drinks, awesome clientele, overall incredible experience, 0 complaints.

Dejanay R.

Yelp
cheap drinks and chill atmosphere but i felt unwelcomed as a darker skin latina. I understand it's a safe space for Latino/Hispanic people though, so I'll look closely at others reviews to judge whether other communities and groups can come.

Jacky C.

Yelp
Came here on a Friday night recommended by a Spaniard who really wanted to check this place out. Firstly, there's no AC in this bar. So when you step right in, it's freaking 100 degrees and you're sweating bullets. Not to mention it's super crowded, so you're surrounded by other sweaty people. Don't see why they couldn't even afford to put up some fans up either. Besides that, drinks are dirt cheap. Hang out in the back patio area to get away from the hot humid rooms. Cash only though in order to maintain the cheap prices. The other people who come here makes it a fantastic time.

Geisha V.

Yelp
After struggling economically a couple of months after hurricane María destroyed Puerto Rico, I moved to the states with a lot of sadness. Every time I saw people in New York from Puerto Rico, I saw that they were at this nice 'chinchorro'. 'Chinchorro' is was we call in Puerto Rico a street type of bar. So I decided to put on my bucket list visit Caribbean Social Club when in New York. I finally did, the place almost made me want to cry, I felt back home; hot as home, crowded and very tiny space as bars back home and most importantly people that talk Spanish!!! If you wanna listen to Spanish music; that could be salsa, reggaeton, merengue, don't think about ur and go! Gracias a este lugar por existir porque me hizo sentir que estaba en mi amado Puerto Rico; ahora faltan las medallistas! Estamos readyyyy

Cristina V.

Yelp
As a Latina in NY it can be difficult at times to find a bar or club that plays Spanish music and meeting other fellow Latinos can be difficult if you live in neighborhoods that are prominently white. This place is authentic as it gets and gave me the opportunity to meet other people from my parents home country and listen to great music! Drinks are also cheap but cash only, can't wait to go back

Sebastien V.

Yelp
This place is special. Really one of a kind. Feels like a puerto rican's living room. Got a domino table in the corner, and someone's abuela behind the bar. It's a sneaky big space and the backyard patio is dope. The drinks are cheap, the crowd is lively. I love this place and it reminds me of my family.

Dave D.

Yelp
This place is hot. And I mean hot as hell. It was 90 degrees outside and 1000 degrees inside. Avoid it.

Angélica M.

Yelp
This is the perfect place to feel like you are in a Puerto Rican chinchorro. Loved it!

Steven S.

Yelp
Best place ! Love it. Cool pool players. On my way now actually, real talk! Very affordable drinks! Great atmosphere

Erick M.

Yelp
Literally love this place. The culture is real. Makes me miss my home country. Except here, I can be homosexual self.

Kevin M.

Yelp
This place dead ass makes me feel some type of way if you want to get it how you live

Monica G.

Yelp
Best place to go dance, drink cheap, and play dominos like you're back in Puerto Rico