"The longtime 40-year-old dive bar Irene’s is now in the hands of Idle Mind Tavern, signaling a change in ownership and operation at the longtime Greenpoint spot." - Emma Orlow
We must have been served by the owner? Who was rude, overbearing. We had politely asked as a group if we could bring a birthday cake and the owner stated “as long as you all keep drinking”. We ordered some drinks and food for the table, but the owner repeatedly badgered the group into ordering more. I understand that this is his business, but if he was that uncomfortable with outside food he should’ve stated so and made that clear. He clearly wanted our business in what was clearly a dead Saturday night (I wonder why) and I suppose was annoyed we were drinking our faces off. Never even ended up cutting the cake there given his attitude anyway.
Also given 3 sauces for wings and it’s so unfortunate that the best sauce is ketchup??
Jackson H.
Google
Wonderful little neighborhood pub that becomes a club late at night! House, disco and a fancy dance floor. Also excellent bar tenders!
Ema G
Google
What a hidden gem. Beautiful modern dance floor with a drink menu that could challenge Hidden Pearl next door. Good room meets fresh kills.
Jonathan M.
Google
Super friendly bartender on a fun Sunday afternoon. Good vibes in this place.
Jordan B.
Google
Happy to be the first 5-star review for this great new spot in Greenpoint; ask for Eve!
ganikoc
Google
This was my first time in Brooklyn and this bar was the highlights of Brooklyn. The atmosphere was chill, but Josh really made our experience that much better. He was professional, while being personable. My friend and I came in because of the aesthetic of the bar, but we stayed because of Josh. A must visit in Brooklyn!
Brian M.
Google
The drinks we got were reasonable (one beer and one prosecco), the place seemed nice, hip, and inviting. I'm leaving one star because I've never been to a bar that charges for water/seltzer. We got one seltzer and there were zero menus so how would we know. The bartender got it out of a soda gun, not even a bottle and when we got the bill they charged us $5 for a small glass of seltzer with ice. Unbelievable and unacceptable. Will not be returning
Zack Z.
Yelp
Great spot! Cisco with a great DJ and Bartender! Spicy martinis for the win! Vibes and crowd are on point.
Jillian B.
Yelp
Pretty standard bar - came with my partner to grab a beer and prices were pretty on par for the neighborhood. Music was unusually loud for a Sunday afternoon, and my partner and I were the only ones in there. Guess the bartender was just vibing?
Didn't dislike the experience but probably wouldn't actively seek out returning.
meghan s.
Yelp
Great experience great owner. Fries and meatballs went crazy. What a great experience. Thanks to the bartender
Ema G.
Yelp
Service was absolutely stellar. Great ambience with a modern house dance floor. Specialty mixed drinks and a 3D dance floor.
Jennifer M.
Yelp
Went once and service was pretty great. Second time I stood at the bar for 20 minutes in a not-really-busy bar and the person behind the bar seemed to only be focused on ppl at the other end of the bar with drinks already in hand. I'm so so fine to wait if there's like, a little nod to me that implies "we're busy! I'll get to you soon!" But being ghosted for ppl with half full drinks in a not busy bar is uhhhhh crappy??