Fourth Avenue Pub

It may look like your typical dive bar from the outside, but this places has one of the best selections of craft beer in the area. About 25 rotating taps and a pretty large selection of bottles and cans on top of that. The drafts tend to feature mostly American breweries. The bottles include most of the must-have Belgian beers. Cozy backyard during the warmer months and free popcorns!

The homeliness of Cheers in a neighborhood near you! Friendly bartender and patrons who definitely know and appreciate one another. Juke box, pop-corner and al fresco seating on plastic picnic tables. Inside there are several booths isolated behind plexiglass partitions. The bathroom is a unisex single-seater with a chalkboard to obviate (hopefully) the graffiti which defaces nearby bars’ bathrooms. On July 20th, 2021 the Brooklyn Libertarian Party convened at this location.

Always great beer selection on tap. Nice outdoor space and friendly staff.

One of my favorite bars in this part of Brooklyn. Outdoor seating in the back with plenty of space. Great beer selection (Delirium on tap!) and solid service as well. Love the music and decor.

This bar is amazing good vides nice people the bartender was beautiful and quick Bishop Lord in the streets

Excellent venue and bar staff. Cozy space to spend time with friends.

1st time there. Ommengang event. It was AWESOME. Vick is a great host. Killer taps. Even sicker cellar list. Chill vibe for beer lovers.

Classic Brooklyn vibes with great beers and a backyard to go with — relaxed spot with free popcorn :D

I really want to love fun local spots that have free popcorn (and it is delicious popcorn), but I can't for this spot. Pros: - "cute" looking bar well lots of amazing well priced options and legal brews. - fresh popcorn - not crowded Why I took one star out: The back patio is crazy mosquito infested. I counted 8 bites on my leg (and I wore pants). Our entire group got bites. The second star: I struggled to breath given the amount of marijuana smoke floating around me. This place is good for: - People who like cute local stuff - People who like mosquito bites - Break ups - Less expensive drink options - Pop corn lovers Not good for - People not a fan of Marijuana smoke - People who hate bug bites.

I've stopped by the 4tg Ave Pub a few times now, and it has yet to let me down! It's a spacious spot with a nice backyard area, and has a lot of fun memorabilia around. But the reason I keep coming back - the sheer selection of incredible and unique beers (and reasonably priced for that manner!). Everything from the desthil spicy sour pickle beer to many variations to le chouffe, you can't go wrong! Oh and they have free popcorn as well... tough to pass up! Service has always been friendly and knowledgeable about the beers. I can already see myself back there for the next time I'm craving some delicious craft beer!

What a cute bar that has been around for 17 years and just yesterday I stepped foot into it for my first time. It was the 17th Anniversary party yesterday as well. They had a bunch of collabs with other breweries so their taps were filled with wonderful selection of cool beers. I got here when it opened grabbed a seat at the bar. I didn't catch her name but the bartender was super nice and we chatted a bit. This bar has two tvs in the bar area and some tables in the back. It also has an outdoor area which I did not get to check out unfortunately. The only downside is, is that there is no food served here. But the upside is that you can get free Pop-corn! If you have not been here before, I would suggest stopping by. By the way whoever does their social media is super great!

This bar was crowded on a Tuesday night. I dropped by here a little after 8pm. All the tables were taken and the bar was filled with people. I can see why the reviewers gave this place high ratings. There were all different kind of beers on display. The selling point of this bar is the quaint backyard. Moreover, it's located near the Atlantic Terminal train station. I hope to come back here next time and stay a little longer.

Very quaint, old-school New York bar, long and skinny, with a variety of seating options, and decor that clearly manifested over a long period of time. Draft list is impressive and the cellar selections will satisfy anyone with a penchant for Belgian ale. I started with an Oude Geuze Boon lambic. Later, a bottle of Cuvée des Jacobins Rouge. In addition to kick-ass beer choices, the full bar includes many whiskeys. I sipped a High West double rye; oh, who am I kidding, I tossed it back like a shot, and loved it. Great choice for a drink before an event nearby. There are also plenty of locals and regulars so don't act all entitled up in here. A bar with this much class deserves some respect.

All hell broke loose when tropical storm Ida swept over NYC. Hundreds of us were forced to disembark the trains at Atlantic due to the surging flood waters, and there was nary a cab in sight. Stranded, I do what I was always do when faced with setbacks: I sought out a pint. My search brought me here, to 4th Avenue pub, where I arrived soaking wet, alone, and afraid. But I had nothing to fear. This pub gave me a roof over my head, delicious beer, and friendly conversation. It is because of this place that I weathered the storm, and someday I long to return.

I'm an avid popcorn lover and it's free! Free! Free! At this pub! It's super cool and casual atmosphere, it seems small when you enter but has a lot of space sm seating on the inside as well as additional seating to the back on the outside. There's a bay seasoning that you can add to your popcorn for a bit of diff flavoring. Music is at the right level where you can carry on a conversation without shouting. And there is a wide selection of beer and varying alcoholic beverages . This is definitely a place to hang out at and it's in one of my favorite neighborhoods. Will be back.

Ordinarily this is one of my favorite bars in Brooklyn. Great beer selection, lots of friendly regulars, and reasonable prices. This would be a 5 star review, if not for a recent encounter with a bartender named Matt. I was visiting the pub with several friends from out of town. Matt asked where they were from (Texas) and he immediately started lecturing them for living in "a racist State". One of my friends is a woman of color, and he even had the audacity to tell her she "should be ashamed of herself" for choosing to live there. At one point he wrote the "N" word on a napkin and put it in front of her. Presumably he was making a point about Texas and not calling her this horrific name, but his judgment and behavior was wildly inappropriate. In sum, great bar, filled with tolerate and friendly customers and staff. But if Matt is working I highly recommend you leave immediately.

Went tonight and the cocktail was fine, but the bartender was the only bartender I've ever met who seemed to hate everyone who comes to bars. A woman sat at the bar alone and when he finally asked what he could get for her she said "I've never been here - what should I have?" And he said "the menu is on the wall. I'm not gonna list every beer." She said, "I can't really see that" (it was dark- letters are small) and he said, "yeah well if you want something you're gonna have to read." So I- another customer- helped her figure out what to order. Later he got in a verbal fight with another customer and threatened to punch him. Soooo not going back to that energy ever again!

Great beer selection, free popcorn, outdoor seating. Let me repeat: Great beer selection, free popcorn, and outdoor seating. Do I need to even keep writing this Yelp review? What could make this even better? Old Bay Seasoning for the free popcorn. 4th Avenue Pub is clutch. They have an impressive beer list, is super nondescript though there were some hipsters inside who needed deoderant, and is not too crowded. If you come on a Friday night though, expect to stand because the table/booth seats are rare. I think I've found my new go-to bar.

Great selection and timely service. Good spot if you want a good craft before a nets game. Not too crowded on a Saturday, but not empty.

cool watering hole, a few blocks from the atlantic avenue train station. lots of beers to choose from and they constantly change. plenty seats at the bar and tables. Free popcorn, outside seating.

Great draft selection that appeals to craft and macro drinkers a like. They had sours, Smokey beers, New England IPAs and other flavor intense beers. On the other hand, they also had more session beers like a Hefeweizen or Oktoberfest that anyone could appreciate. The bartender was one of the hardest working bartenders I've ever seen. He didn't have a second to relax. They have free popcorn to enjoy alongside your drinks.

The selection here is wonderful. Even more than a great selection is the awesome staff. Awesome guy tending, talking about music and a good heffenwizer. Great ambiance, great beer, worth the trip.

Props to the bartender-ess. Came here on a vfriday evening for a friends work happy hour. There ended up being 20 of us in the party, and probably another handful of people in the bar. They do not have pickle juice, which was my biggest turn off, no rounds of pickle backs for us. Bartender was so kind and handled the large group well! They have an adorable low key back patio area with lights and picnic tables. I was genuinely surprised They only staffed one person for a Friday night but I guess I don't know the area. The drinks are strong and cheap. No food. Good neighborhood spot if you're looking to get lit. Sign said open til 4am

Looks tiny from the door, but it has a decent amount of space as you move closer to the back. I had rose as I'm not a big fan of beer. Note: if you LOVE beer this might be a cool place to try. The interior is standard dive bar and the staff are dive bar attendee friendly. Overall I'd come back here for a quick late night drink.

Stopped in here with friends I was visiting after they were shocked to discover that the St. Gambrinus a few blocks away had suddenly shut its doors. All I can say is they found a good backup - very good selection of beers (lagers, IPAs, the works) which apparently changes regularly. Bartender seemed knowledgable. Definitely doesn't have a "jock" sports vibe despite being so close to the Barclay's Center. Have to stop short of 5 stars simply because the neighborhood seems very seedy and run-down. Panhandlers outside are quite aggressive and one even came in and hassled us while the bartender was downstairs changing a tap.

4th Ave Pub is a deceptively good beer bar. It looks like a random ass bar from the outside; walking in, at a glance they have some decent draft options but the place is a little run down. However look closer at the tap list and the bottle menu, and you'll start to like the place more. The tap list is full of worthwhile options, while the bottle list has some gems if you look hard. I got Fullers 1809 old ale for like $9 for a bottle. That's a steal at a beer store, let alone a bar. After a few beers, the place becomes a bit more charming. Bartenders are very good and they don't let beer just sit around like some places. There is a small backyard area too, not to mention free popcorn. I wouldn't rank this above St. Gambrinus nearby, but this is a good #2 option for this area.

FREE OLD BAY POPCORN! What more do you need to read? Are you kidding me! Stop reading this and just GO THERE! As if the popcorn wasn't enough...this cozy little watering hole also has a fantastic beer selection. The staff are engaging and friendly and know their beer stuff. There's also a nice outdoor seating area. Are you still reading this?! Jesus Christ, I need you to do better! Go have a beer! If you see me there...1st round is on me! Cheers!

So many fond memories here. Came a lot pre-covid. They came across my mind for some reason and wanted to show my support. The place smells like delicious popcorn...and popcorn and beer are my staples.

Came after the Islanders game reading the sign that Ommegang Wittes were $2 off until 2 hours before and after the game. I don't think they have food but have pretty decent self serve popcorn with basic toppings you can sprinkle on. It was a full house. They only really disappointing thing was that at the end, the bartender didn't give us the discount that drew us into the bar. It was busy and a couple of dollars, so we gave a minimal tip and left it at that. Probably a little weary to come back, as we're a huge fan of Pacific Standard next door.

Best. Place. Evs. Their rotating beer list is to die for. The bartenders are incredible. That chap who works on Friday nights makes my granny panties drop... I think his name is Nick. And don't get me started on Garrett.... his clean-cut beard and positive attitude makes my dry mouth water. Great local watering hole ;)

4th Ave is a super solid neighborhood pub. It's a little campy--but in a quiet little bar way--the lights are low, and there are movies playing in the background--and the bathroom has a chalkboard and chalk for your finest thoughts. The bathroom, by the way, was clean. I arrived early for a date, and the pub was pretty empty, but by 6:30 it was starting to fill up with the post-work crowd. We still had no problem getting a small table, and when I went back for a second round, the bartender immediately acknowledged me with a, "Be with you a minute," even though the bar was full. I'm not a beer drinker, but my cocktail was made well, and was DIRT CHEAP, Y'ALL. A round of drinks for two for ten bucks is nothing to turn up your nose at, especially when the drinks are strong, cold, and immediate. I wish the music had been a little more quiet, because the other patrons were more loud to compensate, but it's a small complaint. I'm definitely taking 4th Avenue Pub on a second date.

FREE POPCURN AND A G. O. T. (stands for game of thrones ha ha) pub brew on tap . FIVE STARS BUT TO BE A COMPLETELY TRANSPERNCY ITS A NO-CASK Bar. i just want everyone to know what they're getting into in case you need you're bar to be a cask forward bar.

Really like the bar next door, yet really wanted to try this place too. A solid selection of craft beer, chill atmosphere, and free popcorn! Saturday mid-afternoon and almost no one inside. Good variety of beers on draft ranging from $6-10 and a bunch of bottles/cans. A few specialty cocktails are available at a decent price ($8-12). Bartender lady is super friendly and seems to know the locals around here. Popcorn is located at the end of the entrance hall with red plastic bowls on top and a thin scooper to the left of the machine. Solid, no frills popcorn for an equally no frills bar. No food here (aside from the popcorn) and I can see how it can get crowded fast. Good place to meetup with friends for a couple drinks.

One of the best tap lists around. People from all walks of life can find refuge from the mania of everyday life an enjoy craft beers and free popcorn.

Free popcorn! Old Bay seasoning available​! This is a divey neighborhood spot with a great beer selection and a nice bartender. Friendly if you have questions about what's​ on tap and willing to make suggestions.​ Not a lot of room but that's​ usually fine as it's not usually packed. There's​ a back area where you can drink and smoke I believe​. I usually end weeknight drinking here so I can't speak to the weekends. If you're​ looking for that chill dive bar with lots of beer, this is it.

Wanted to like this place but had to leave before ordering anything. From the website and list they have tons of beer. Belgians seem specialty but draft list is large as well. We were feeling IPA and literally each of the 2 on draft and one in can we're gone. Good for macro selection but need to update the menu. Poor business when you don't have beers actively advertised on website and menu and even on chalkboard behind bar but can't deliver. Beers themselves sit at $7-10 it seemed.

I literally live around the corner, so this is my go-to bar. Here's the breakdown of the three bars on this block: 1) Cherry Tree has a great backyard but crappy beer selection. 2) Pacific Standard has a great beer selection but no backyard. 3) 4th Avenue Pub has a great beer selection AND a great backyard seating area. Another plus is that they serve Delirium Tremens and show IFC movies with no sound. Also, free popcorn and friendly bartenders. What more do you need?

4th Avenue Pub is my favorite place to get free popcorn. I don't know if I know any other place that gives free popcorn, but this is easily my favorite. I've spent many of happy hours, birthday parties, bar crawls, and end of the night stops that I shouldn't have done, at 4th ave Pub. It's pretty consistent. First off you have a large selection of beer. Now, while some places have tons of options, half of them will be of the same type of beer. Not here. It's a pretty good mix of brews, all varying in type. I enjoy writing cryptic and odd messages on the chalk wall bathroom. My favorite is to ease drop on a neighboring conversation and then proceed to the bathroom, to write something in relation on the wall. Messing with strangers is fun. Yes, Ted is sleeping with his secretary. The bartenders are pleasant and friendly. They know how to make basic drinks the proper way. I have to say though, I've never had a good share of buy backs, despite the fact I always tipped well here. Might just be their policy. There is a good sized back yard with lots of benches and picnic tables. Get a spot early, it gets packed if the weather is nice. Note though, the sun isn't out that much due to the angles of the buildings nearby. Lastly, and most importantly, there is free popcorn. Whether it's being eaten, thrown at someone, or used to plot your domination over the world, it's free and that can not be ignored.

This pub features a great beer selection which gets periodically updated. Some beers get removed from the menu and some get added on, which can be a blessing and a curse. Personally, it was sad to see one of my faves, 'A Little Sumpin' Sumpin' Ale, no longer being offered the last couple of times I was here. Decent in terms of prices, even with the top quality draft beers. Complementary popcorn which you can season to your liking. I have seen people order pizza from the outside. Outside seating area. Perfect for enjoying your beer while having a smoke. Despite the 'No-Smoking' sign, everyone's lighting up. Finally, a very nice, sophisticated crowd. Have yet to witness any rowdiness and I have been here on plenty of occasions.

I went on a rainy night so the place was pretty empty. I can see how potentially crowded it can get. The free popcorn machine is definitely a plus, I think ALL bars should do that. I mean how much is kernel? A very large selection of beer, but I'm no beer connoisseur. Don't get me wrong but I simply can't taste what is so special about the micro-brews. Ok. Flame on.

It's just a great place to be. Not be seen ... you feel me? So unpretentious. Not kitschy. If I lived in the 'hood this would be my Cheers. I got to play here for New Year's Eve 2007. I had a total blast. A heapin list of beer to drink but for me 2 shots of patron and a glass of champagne and I was good to go. Plenty of space for me and my friends to be silly. And BONUS popcorn machine! That's just wild. I wish I had been in jeans and not in my party dress but a fun time had by all. Can't really say much else that hasn't already been said except for sorry to the girlfriend of the hot Brooklynite that I kept staring at and possibly might have flirted with, I was drunk and ask that you not hold me responsible for my actions.

Free popcorn! Backyard! Lots of beer options here, as well as a full bar. Don't come for a fancy cocktail- this is not the spot. Do come for beer, popcorn, and a rum and coke. I assume they let you take takeout here if you want to order a pizza with your drinks. Seems like the type of spot to do that. They DO play football games but the televisions are very small and the CC is jambled, which makes for an entertaining game. The bathroom in the back is also very, very spacious. The walls are chalkboard, so feel free to write your name, or challenge someone to tic-tac-toe.

I've been a regular at this bar for 7 long years. I got engaged here! It was my favorite bar for quite some time. There used to be a bartender here named Lucas, who was fantastic. I'd walk in, and he'd say "Hey Lisa! Hefeweizen!" and it felt like I was on the set of Cheers, where they knew my name, and my drink. Actually, there used to be many fantastic bartenders. Not so much anymore. I'm not a fan of the bartenders working here these days. I came here for my birthday, ordered 6 beers for myself, and didn't get a single buy-back. That's not the 4th Ave. Pub I used to know. Sure the free Old Bay popcorn is great, and the crowd isn't downright obnoxious (which is saying a lot for the area), but tons of bars offer free popcorn these days, and I really miss the old bartenders, and the old feel of the bar. There is one remaining bartender that I adore, so I'll be coming back the nights he works. But aside from that, I miss the place that used to be my go-to joint, any night of the week, where 4 beers got you a buy-back, and free rounds of shots on occasion wasn't taboo.

We were walking by seeking a local watering hole, when the rep for Troegs Brewing (Gil) started talking to us outside 4th Avenue Pub. They were releasing their nugget nectar ale at 4th Ave, and he told us we should stop in because the beer is amazing. He also gave us a kick-ass Troegs poster. Upon entering, we discovered an amazing beer selection. We got samples of a few beers that were served in tiny little glasses with cute handles that looked like you should hold your pinkie in the air while you sipped out of them. 4th Ave has a great divey atmosphere and had one of the best playlists that I have ever heard in a bar. I was in 90's music heaven: Natalie Imbruglia to Blackstreet and everything in between. My ears and my tastebuds were in heaven.

Nice beer selection. Reasonable prices. Great ambiance! Enjoyed getting out of the heat and cooling off at the bar!

Best neighborhood bar EVER. All the bartenders rock. Especially Garrett, his Tuesday and Thursday night playlists are the SHIT!!! He's lovely and pours the best drinks. The drinks are always cold, the atmosphere lively and the popcorn fresh. They also have a delightful backyard, now that it's summer it should be enjoyed. Always love coming in for a round, or 3. 6 STARS

Heard great things about this bar from my friend, but I think they were a little off their game last night. Stopped in for a beer before sushi. They do have an extensive beer list, but the chalkboard wasn't updated and they were out of some brews which caught my eye. Bartender was helpful and gave us samples. I finally settled for a Bear Republic Nor' Cal after sampling a few. Good ale. The bar is dark and gloomy inside, so we opted for the lovely courtyard out back and took advantage of the great weather. Good enough to stop by on a pub crawl because of their selection. The pub does not serve food and the popcorn machine was out of order.

The bartender is super friendly here. They have free refills on soda. They also have free popcorn, which is nice. But someone noticed that someone stuck his hand in to get the popcorn instead of using the scooper so he decided to not get any more popcorn for our table. Always tip your bartender!

What can be better than grabbing a few beers with friends...wait, how about free popcorn? This place actually has a popcorn maker machine, like the ones you see vendors in baseball games have! Nom Nom Nom Nom Nom. Aside from the free popcorn, this pub has a great selection of beers. I'm not a big beer drinkers but my boyfriend and his friends are, and this is one of their spots to go grab a few drinks. There is tons of seating inside and outside and the pub gives a chill vibe.

3.5 stars... The reason this place has such impressive ratings is because of their relatively wide selection of craft brews on tap and bottles. That and the free popcorn (apply your own salt and/or Old Bay), and back patio. For me I care more about my calorie intake and budget so although a tasty craft brew is nice from time to time, a $3 Miller Light would make me more satisfied. Drafts start at $6. There's one $5 draft (Woodchuck Cider) or so I thought until the bartender charged me $6 for it and I didn't feel like bringing up the possible typo in their menu. Their backyard has ridiculously high concrete walls and a complete tree covering so it feels a little dark and cave like but I'm happy with any place that has a decent sized yard with lots of tables (in this case picnic tables). Overall as someone not concerned with finding a place with lots of craft brews I wasn't wowed by this place but should I want to go out with a beer connoisseur I'll certainly know a decent place to take them.

This is a cool place! Came here to meet friends on a Saturday afternoon. It wasn't overly crowded but still a decent amount of people there. Since it was still cold outside, I got a hot toddy. It was strong and tasted really good. I love that they have free popcorn to munch on! It's not buttered or salted but you can add your own toppings. I think it tasted good as is though. The bartenders are friendly and attentive; we didn't have to wait long for our drinks. The atmosphere is really chill and it's a great place to just hang out with friends and talk. Overall, solid option in the area if you're just looking for a nice place to relax and have a good drink!

Very confused about the high reviews. I left the bar after about only five minutes on a Thursday night due to how horrendously rude the bartender was. I wish I had caught his name to add on this review but honestly couldn't leave fast enough. He had a thick beard, about as much about him as I want to remember. The bar was muggy, loud, and crowded. My friend and I were attempting to close our tab and gestured for the check. The bearded bartender sees us and ignores us. We wave again for his attention and he comes straight to us aggressively shouting, "NO, DON'T DO THAT. I'm a professional. Don't wave at me, I'm a professional." No sir, apparently you are not. Professionals don't yell at their customers and throw a tantrum. We were very caught off guard by this hostility and needless to say, have zero plans on ever returning.

This is one of the best bars in New York. Totally unpretentious, one of the best sleeper draft and bottle lists in the city, free popcorn, good music, the list goes on and on. If only I were closer.

This is a great bar for happy hour. The bar itself has a lot of personality, as do the bartenders that work here. They have lots of sass. Don't dare getting his attention during a crowded happy hour if you don't know what you want. The guy next to me got "yelled" at. It was funny to watch. The happy hour deal is $1 off all drinks, which is minimal but still a deal. The place was fairly quiet when I walked in around 6, but by 6:30 it was packed and loud and very, very busy. It quieted down a bit by 7:30-7:45 when much of the crowd headed over to the Barclay's Center for the evening's festivities. The pub is definitely in the perfect location for a pre-concert or pre-sporting event drink or two. The beer selection is vast, and there's a ton on tap. (Stay away from the wine, it wasn't good. But I should've known...) Beware: they do not serve food here, but you can bring in whatever you want or order from their big binder of delivery menus. Plus: The free popcorn is a great bar snack and they even offer up some old bay seasoning to spice up your life. ;)

Great low key bar. Great selection of beers and plenty of seats to go around. Free popcorn to munch on while drinking! What more do you want??

Funny how much one's preferences can change with time--now that I've been in Brooklyn for almost two years, everything about my previous review is pretty much the reverse. I can't tell you when's the last time I went to Pac Standard (maybe I tired of the pricey wells or of my friend always wanting the terrible nachos), but I go to 4th Ave. more or less weekly, most often to wrap up my night when I want just 1 (or 2) more drinks, a little popcorn to soak it all up, and the company of the best crew of regulars and awesome bartenders I've encountered since moving here. Beer selection's still great, and they're ALWAYS willing to put the game on those tiny TVs.

Cool tunes, incredible beer selection, mellow vibe (in a good way!), cozy confines & friendly service. What's not to love about this place? Not much.