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    Aunt Ginny's

    4.1 (69 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars
    Open 4:00 pm - 4:00 am (Next day)

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    AUNT GINNY'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Divey
    Hipster
    Casual
    Intimate

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    Andrew G.

    They really don't make bars like this anymore. Perfect neighborhood bar with not glitz and glamour, just great vibes, the patrons are all cool, the food is spectacular and the drinks are reasonably priced. Came here on a recommendation as since I live nearby, figured this was the move on a Sunday. I even ran into a podcast couple that I follow and on their show they've actually talked about Ginny's. I see why! The shot and a beer special is always a plus with a Ganset and the bartender was speedy and attentive on a moderately busy afternoon. The food is really something special! I ordered off of the secret menu for the buffalo chicken quesadilla, (because it had bacon), and got some wings. The wings were fried perfectly and had such flavor. Juicy chicken with stellar sauces. The quesadilla was an absolute banger. Good buffalo flavor and lots of chicken, it was a really well composed dish. I will definitely be back as I loved everything about Ginny's!

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    Marie G.

    I live within walking distance of Aunt Ginny's. I've heard about it before, but until last Sunday, I had ZERO ideas about how amazing this place was! Came here on a whim when my friends and I realized The Flying Fox Tavern was closed on Sundays. As soon as I stepped into Aunt Ginny's, I felt at home. The place is HUGE and it totally reminded me of my favorite rock dive bar, Rocka Rolla. There weren't too many people there when we got there but man was it packed when we left. We spent a few hours there just drinking and enjoying the music. The music was all over the place and I really loved that. Blasting Judas Priest's greatest hits when we got there delighted me to no end. Then they played Kenny Loggins, Chaka Kahn, Kurtis Blow, AC/DC, and some death metal. Seating is abundant! The bar is huge and there are lots of booth and table seating. A picture booth in the back along with a pool table and two arcade games. Plenty of bathrooms. The most random of decorations on the wall. Friendly bartender. Huge and cheap drinks. Their cocktail menu has everything I love on it. Dark and Stormy!! Although they use ginger syrup for drinks that call for ginger beer. It's not bad, but it's POTENT so watch out. Their best drink though is the frozen passionfruit margarita. Sooooo yummy. You get a bang for your buck with their $10 drinks. They have a tiny kitchen in the back called I Like Food that opens up at 5. It was funny watching everyone literally run to the back when 5 PM came around. I thought, hey, food must be good! Went up and ordered Churro Fries. Man, they were so good. Regular french fries were dusted with cinnamon sugar and came with a chocolate dipping sauce. Mmmmmmm! So good. They give you a number and they bring the food to your table. Looking forward to my next visit. The only downside is the number of hipsters that come to this place. Ewww.

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    Luis D.

    Best Mac Chicken ! The service is quick and prompt. I love the ambiance and music, truly a gem in ridgewood. Second time here and the food has been great. I had the fried cheese and zatar fries as side dishes. Definitely a must have!

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    Aunt Ginny's is a spacious bar good for groups of friends. Nice vibe and music. Nice dark lighting.

    Jane I.

    Aunt Ginny's is a great bar for ADULTS. Their staff are fun, quick and know a lot about the neighborhood. Won't mention any here by name, because that's not appropriate, so go in and make some friends. If you're not sure if you should bring kids, a simple search right here on Yelp will assist you. Is it a restaurant? Great, call ahead to see how they can accommodate your family. Is it a bar and only a bar? Leave kids at home!

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    Carly S.

    The best part of Aunt Ginnys is ilikefood in the back. I haven't eaten a bad thing there yet. If you like bar food then you been to check it out. Wings, nachos and whatnot but elevated with flavor mashups that make it extra special. And if they have a special definitely get it! The menu is well thought out and even better executed

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    9 years ago

    Great dive bar. I come here for the delicious Mexican food which has vegetarian options available as well.

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    9 years ago

    Such good food! Bartenders are dope af, Evan makes the best Dark'N Stormy's.. Great Bushwick / Ridgewood vibe.

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    7 years ago

    Good food, solid happy hour. Straight up, no frills solid dive bar. Good for a bite and a pint. Can get a bit crowded after 6pm.

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    I wish the dude bartender with long hair would be nicer to people who are regulars. Very elite attitude for no reason.

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    10 years ago

    First class, what makes this a dive bar I don't know. Great food good people and solid mixology.

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    This is probably this best think the happen to Ridgewood a chill vibe bar with an awesome beer selection and great beer and shot specials.

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    10 years ago

    Good tunes, good beers, good dive-bar decor, friendly bartenders (well some of them at least), good tacos, and good prices. Can't lose.

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    According to the Internet, this is the #1 bar in Ridgewood, so I decided to check it out with BF…read moreafter dinner at Rolo's. The bar is a bit on the smaller side in terms of seating, but it has a TON of personality. I loved the eclectic decorations and knickknacks around the seating areas and the bar. The bartender had the TV tuned in to Jeopardy, so my inner (or extremely obvious?) nerd was beaming. In terms of the drinks themselves, I tried the cocoa orange whiskey (?) infusion on the rocks, and my BF had the chipotle paloma. We would both say they were solid, definitely not at "craft cocktail" level, but decent. This bar has a fun + dive-y feel - the kind of place where you get a beer, a plate of chicken nuggets, and watch trash tv with your neighborhood crew (I think they actually do have people who have a weekly Bachelorette viewing during the week). Definitely worth checking out if you're already in the area and looking for ~vibes.~

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