Nestled on the Red Hook waterfront, Strong Rope Brewery boasts stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for sipping their solid beers with friends while catching a sunset.
"If you need—not want, need—to drink a beer by the water, head to Strong Rope in Red Hook. The brewery has a massive patio with picnic tables, views of the Statue Of Liberty, and groups comparing flights on Saturdays in the summer like they get paid to debate the intricacies of sour IPAs and summer ales. Plan a Red Hook excursion, and then spend several hours here. Strong Rope also has a bring-your-own-food policy, so pick up some Defonte’s sandwiches on your way, or go eat some seafood at Brooklyn Crab." - neha talreja, will hartman, molly fitzpatrick, willa moore
"Chaat Dog @ Strong Rope Brewery / Fridays, 3-9pm, All Summer Chaat Dog makes Chicago-style hot dogs with a South Asian twist. Think dogs topped with puffed rice and tamarind sauce, or mint chutney and pineapple. (They aren't really strict about the South Asian thing either—you'll see things like poblano, crudo, and chili crisp too.) You can try the dogs at Strong Rope's taproom every Friday, along with other Desi snacks. " - neha talreja
"Strong Rope Brewery isn't technically a restaurant, because it doesn't serve food. But it does allow you to bring your own food, which means you can get take-out from any of the spots on this list—plus dessert from Steve's—and eat it on the large outdoor patio, which has glorious views of the water and the Statue Of Liberty. Come with a big group, spread out at a picnic table with flights of beer, and pretend New York is a beach town." - willa moore, hannah albertine
"Strong Rope Brewery in Red Hook has a large patio with a standout view of Lady Liberty, where you can watch the sunset and pretend Brooklyn is a beach town. Bring a big group here in the summer, or stop by after a long bike ride when all you have the energy of is to sit under an umbrella with a pilsner. They don’t have anything to eat, but sometimes there are food trucks parked outside, or you can bring your own food—Defonte’s and Hoek Pizza are both close by. Strong Rope also has a second, smaller location in Park Slope." - neha talreja, bryan kim, willa moore, molly fitzpatrick
"Strong Rope is a brewery on the Red Hook waterfront that has some of the best sunset views in town. There are seats at a bar inside and picnic tables in a gravel parking lot with views of the New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty. The beer is good, too. There are around a dozen options on tap, including hazy IPAs, lagers, and pilsners. The brewery’s original location is in Gowanus." - Luke Fortney, Eater Staff
