Marco's

So many of my favorite nights have been spent on Mondays and Tuesdays with Xavier and on the weekends with Wilson. They always make it a welcoming and wonderful time. They’re the reason we always come back! Best bartenders, great patio when it’s warm out, good specials and a terrific spot.

I specifically came tonight because I know that Xavier works on Tuesdays only to find out that he had been let go because of a review that does NOT sound like anything that I have EVER witnessed! I come to this place a lot and I have never seen him anything other than lovely, professional, attentive and a great bartender and friend to the regulars. If the owners are reading the reviews: if you listen to one out of towner instead of the people who come here multiple times a week, this place is going to lose its character…and its customers.

Marco's is awesome! came for the drinks, stayed for the vibes. classic Bushwick bar, treated super well, even got a bunch of free pickles! the music playing was dope, but you can still totally hold an audible conversation. definitely a staple, you gotta hang here 🙌

Super bummed to come in and find out (by the regulars nonetheless) that my all time favorite bartender and vibe keeper, Xavier was let go. Marcos has been my go to spot for years and I've made a lot of great friends and shared many memories there. It's a shame that Marcos was willing to let someone go based on a drunk review. This place most won't certainly be the same.

I live close by, and this bar has been a sacred third space for me for 5 years through some really hard times. What I can say is that each bartender on staff right now has their own vibe, music, and energy - but this place is community. I came in today to see Xavier, a bartender who has become a weekly staple in my work from home life. He’s the first to engage new customers, makes everyone laugh, and always makes you feel like you’re family. I heard he had been let go due to one bad review, but which I read, and quite frankly it sounds like it was very late when that review was written and we all know at that things can get confused in the early hours - not to doubt here experience but owners, if you’re watching, several regulars here tonight are heartbroken. I’m so sad, when Xavier started here this place became warmer, more inclusive, and a must do even if it was just me passing through to say hi. I think this was a mistake, and I’m here more days a week than I’d like to admit 👀 I don’t know what that out of town person’s experience was like and I’m not trying to judge her, but I know Xavier and he would never make someone feel less than or unwelcome. Bartending is hard work, and let’s be real I come here for community. Xavier, John, Wilson, Hogan, Steph, Jill, Cali, and the caring security staff make this place what it is. Maybe I’ll try Hart bar.

Love this spot, has a great backyard and just overall awesome vibe. Had a blast at both the karaoke and trivia night. Definitely coming back!

Traveled here from Portland or and was super excited for me and my friends to have a lovely night of going out and we stumbled upon Marco's the vibe was amazing and so was the music but the bartender was most deff...drunk! He was very rude , refused to acknowledge me even though I was standing right there and no one else was at the bar(whatever I'm patient and in the industry) but like when he's just sitting on his phone rolling his eyes it's a little odd! I asked him for a wine and he mocked my accent and when I asked him if he was okay he screamed (why is everyone messing with me!) very confused whatever ... and then I came up there a second time and he was screaming at someone else for asking for a drink! Final straw he did last call and then when I went up to the bar he said "I'm not serving anymore" uhh isn't that last call? If I wasn't already on anti depressants I would be on them after this experience with this drunk of a bartender! Great music great vibe but staff that aren't only drunk but also mean!

Great spot in the middle of everything in B'klyn. Awesome staff and ever better backyard for socializing with friends, and making new ones! 🙂

Marco's is one of my favorite bars in the area! The bartenders are amazing and here to serve you but also know you on a personal level. Every single one of them has tried to get to know me as an individual and not just ring up my drinks. The drinks are wonderful and cheap, the music is fantastic, and the energy of the patrons is exactly what I look for in a great dive bar. You should check this place out whether you're new to the area, an established resident, or even visiting for a moment. I guarantee you will have a fun time and make memories with the staff and clientele.

I love the fact that Marco's is outdoors but I felt a bit old. The crowd seems to be early to late twenties-- primarily art students. It's definitely a place to meet different types of people and to grab drinks. I wouldn't recommend it for a date or night out with friends unless you enjoy drinking and chatting vs. dancing.

It's a pleasant looking space with a mild environment inside. It didn't really leave a positive or a negative impression on me. Based on some reviews I read the vibe seems to depend heavily on which bartender is working that night. On this night I was slightly turned off by the guy with his medium sized dog occupying a seat at the bar. I'm sure some people will find it cute...I'm not one of those people, however. The tap options for beer were nothing to write home about and the liquor selection amassed behind the bar didn't stand out to me. Nevertheless, it's a nice interior with ample space minus the area passing the bar when people want to sit and talk to their friends in a group at the bar and just behind the bar area making it awkward to walk pass them if you're looking to get to the bathroom etc. There is ample seating space up front that reminiscent to a slightly old world vibe. It's an Ok place but I'm in no rush to get back here though I wouldn't cancel it out either.

Loud obnoxious hipsters destroying a once quiet street. The entire place is dirty! I've watched people put their dogs on the bar, bartenders pet the dogs, and then serve drinks without washing their hands! The glasses are just dipped in dirty soap water and not rinsed. You can taste the soap on the glass when you get your beer!

Marco's is one of my favorite divey (is that a word?) bars in BK. Every time I've gone here I've had a great time. The weekday happy hour is amazing. I will say the HH/house wine is cheap, but gets the job done - if you know what I mean. The bartender Brooklyn was amazing! Every time I see him we start discussing old school music. Did I mention the music? I think that's the actual reason I keep coming back. They play everything from rock to old school pop/R&B, and even current music. The downsides? It's cash only, BUT there is an atm inside. The games are a little on the older side so sometimes there are issues. Nonetheless Marco's is a GREAT time. Ask for Brooklyn if you go!

Ugh, why you gotta do this to me, Brooklyn? I go into this swanky ass but accessible place - your bartenders are well-dressed and different and I really applaud that. But I ask for Bourbon....and not a single thing offered to me was actual bourbon? Look, I know we aren't in Kentucky now. I am well-versed in the fact that Brooklyn's bourbon selection is borderline abysmal. But your bartenders don't even know what bourbon is? I am offered Scotch, and Irish whiskey and even Tennessee whiskey but not a single actual bourbon? I had to explain to these very attractive, very well-dressed bartenders what bourbon IS. Nah. Just no. It's a national drink at this point. Points only for hot bartenders and ambiance.

Add this to your "to do" list! We stumbled upon this hidden gem and were pleasantly surprised. Tom, the owner, was pouring the drinks generously in this dimly lit and hip corner bar. Shot and a beer specials for $6, a basketball hoop in the open air patio and a well curated jukebox.

Another great new bar opening in Bushwick - homely feel, decent & well-priced drink selection. Similar to but quieter than Birdy's, as it works to establish itself. Cool outdoor area ready for the Summer. I'll be back!

This bar has no consideration for the neighborhood they moved into. Surrounded by residents that have been here for decades and call this their home. Their back patio stays open most nights past midnight to sometimes closing 4am. Almost all bars with outdoor space closes the space 10 PM or latest 11pm in consideration with their neighbors and their community. Marcos not that type of bar. When they 1st opened it was midnight (still on the late end). Now almost every night it's well past that. Completely inconsiderate of the neighborhood they moved into. No f*#%ing respect! Just think if you lived in a nice quite spot and a bar opens up and disturbs your quality-of-life. It's not right that bars have more rights than a community. I get bars open and that's fine. I go to them all the time. But not bars that disturb their own community/neighbors by keeping an outdoor space open till all hours of the night. Disturbing someone home life, sleep and overall wellness. At what cost does this make it right? Sadly they have the right to do whatever they want. I tried talking to the owners and they just dismissed my concerns. What a bunch of great, considerate bar owners to the community they work in! (Sarcasm clearly!)

Came over being attracted with a sign outside "happy hour everyday till 9pm", "$2 off draft beer". It's pretty nice and cozy inside, I was greeted by very nice lady bartender. Soon she was about to close her shift and I was asked to close my tap (they do not accept cards, but do have ATM inside). That was not a problem. She switched with a tall tattooed guy, and I ordered from him another beer, then he tried to charge me a regular $6 dollar for beer. I was kind of confused, like maybe I'm so tipsy and forgot their deal. It still was 8 pm. The guy told me the happy hour is only on weekdays till 8 pm. And trust me he didn't look newbie in that bar, he knows all the specials. I opposed that the lady charged me $4 and he like okay, let's do 4. I came out to double check their sign and yes, everything was right. Right after a girl next to me ordered a beer and the bartender charged her $6! I asked him why if you really have a sign outside. He said "relax man" and went away. This asshole is a phony and fraud. He overcharged at least dozen people while I was there. Certainly he puts extra money to the pocket and needless to say: zero tips for him. Now I'm not surprised why this bar, that opened about 5 months ago, has 6 reviews on Yelp, just 6!

So I've been Bartending since 2012 and at an extremely high level. I know A LOT about hospitality and mixology and just how to run a bar. That's my background info so you know I got experience with this shit. Live in the area been going to to all the bars near me and decided to venture past those like looking glass and lone wolf to try something new. Brooklyn the bartender (That's what he calls himself, Brooklyn, could be his real name IDK) was cool it was slow and he was on his phone a bit but no biggie. It was slow and I enjoyed my visit. So I come again this past Friday and ESTHER was taking care of me. Got a beer and a shot for me and a cocktail for my lady. Came to $12.00. I gave her $15.00 with the intentions of leaving the rest for the tip. After a while I noticed she wasn't coming back with my change. Fuck that, NEVER ASSUME A TIP. It's grimy, low, sneaky, and low key stealing. I asked my woman should I say something she said if you feel you must. I felt bartender to bartender in need to say something. I told her about it and she was nonchalant and said yeah yeah your trying to teach me a lesson right and I'm like a yes. DONT DO THAT, I was going to give it to you anyway. She in the most phony way gave the most phony smile, and delivered a trite and phony sorry. I stuck my hand out to shake hers to show no hard feelings and she wouldn't shake my hand. I asked her why she couldn't shake my hand and she walked away. This is the reason I'm writing this review. Long Story Short... Fuck Esther P.S. Happy New Year

Great local! I've had issues with the weekend bartenders playing really loud Trap music (which I love in the right circumstances, but this bar is just not those vibes), and being annoyed if you try to play the jukebox. They need to sort out their jukebox issues/sound system. But other than that, great deals and good vibes!!

To elaborate: A friend who was having a drink at Marco's told me to stop by, and that it was cool to bring my dog bc she knew the owner. I was initially going to drop my dog off at home, but she insisted. When I arrived at the entrance to Marco's the bouncer stopped me and I told him about my friend who knew the owner. He said to make sure he'd have to double check with the owner. A few minutes later the owner came out, looked at me and my dog and asked if he was a service animal. I said no, my friend Sally who you know, just asked me to stop by for a bit, she said it would be ok with you to bring the dog. Oh well, when I ask if he's a service animal you're supposed to say "yes" but you already said "no" so I can't let you in. Days later a different unrelated friend (white girl) posts on social media with her dog sitting having a beer. Gentrification in this area when things like this happen is just wrong. I'm black and my dog is small. I don't know what to assume here but I have never been back there nor will I ever spend a dime at this place.

great vibes, lots of outdoor space, prices are not bad. favorite spot in the area for sure.

Awesome new bar! I love this spot :). Lots of space, variety of drink options and really friendly staff. The atmosphere is definitely fun with good vibes

Great place everyone is friendly the staff is great the bartenders are awesome the food is also pretty well defiantly will come back here

Love it. Needed a beer. Walked in. Met by bartender 'brooklyn' with a smile on his face and he asking what I needed right away. Was a good crowd there so I really liked that he was that attentive. Neat bar. Friendly vibe. Just what I needed. Thanks guys. I'll be back

Great new addition to the neighborhood! Nice decor, outdoor space and selection. They seem to have put alot of thought into the design and opened a space that is very attractive. My only concern is the level of noise. The music was too loud to hear other people. It may not be the norm. I love the act that they don't have any televisions, so conversation is key.

This Bar does not even get a rating , they have rats running all over their back yard and the inside bar is filthy . the owners are rude and serve watered down drinks along with selling bottom shelf liquor in top shelf bottles. worst bar ever