I thought we were going out for a drink. Apparently Mom signed us up for game night. Clinton Hall has a HUGE outdoor space filled with picnic tables and oversized games. There was Connect Four, Jenga, Uno, cornhole, some sort of giant Tetris situation and enormous dice everywhere that I initially assumed were unusually stylish dog toys. I was informed they were not. Even better, they have an entire area dedicated to dogs with water bowls AND DOG LOUNGE BEDS. Finally. A hospitality establishment that understands some of us have standards. I immediately inspected the accommodations and found the lounge bed quite acceptable. There was also plenty of room for me to stretch out on the bench beside Mom while she repeatedly demonstrated that being taller than your opponent does not necessarily make you better at Connect Four. I watched. I judged. I said nothing. Mom wasn't very hungry, so she ordered something called the Teany Weany Meal -- one slider, a handful of fries and a tiny beer. Frankly, it looked like a meal designed for me, but apparently that was not the intention. Dad had a Stella and Mom switched to a Diet Coke while they continued their highly competitive athletic endeavors. The whole place has a fun, casual beer-hall atmosphere, and it was surprisingly family-friendly too. There were kids playing the games, groups hanging out after work and plenty of space for everyone. Dogba's verdict: Dedicated dog water bowls? Actual dog lounge beds?! Giant games everywhere? Huge outdoor space? ‍‍ Family-friendly? Teany Weany Meal shared with the actual teeny weeny member of the family? Mom's Connect Four skills? We will not be discussing those publicly. 5 paws out of 5. Come for happy hour. Stay for game night. Bring your dog because apparently we have our own lounge now. read more

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Very cute restaurant with some soft lights and comfy atmosphere. There is also a public outdoor space to hang out in with games and tables. We sat at the bar as it was pretty empty and were served quickly. The food was great. Both sandwiches and the onion rings were amazing. The pulled pork was very tender. The onion rings were fried well and had an amazing crunch. Great food and experience overall. Definitely a great brunch/dinner and bar spot in fidi. read more

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A cockroach ran across the bar. The burger was so bad I didn't know it was possible to make a burger that bad. I am not picky and I couldn't eat a bite. It took so long to get the food. read more

Great place for a drink and a quick bite. Stopped by and had an Old Fashioned and Tater Tots and enjoyed the short break there in the lively atmosphere. Anthony, the bartender/server, made a great drink and was very helpful. read more

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I loved the food I ate here. Cheese heaven and 0 regrets. The fondue burger was AMAZING, but no one warned me there would be fries coming out of the burger itself. I would've ordered a side salad instead of waffle fries... but let's be real--anything that cheese touched was incredible and I was happy to eat both types of fries in that cheese. The burger bread tasted like the outside of a grilled cheese, which was a bold choice and absolutely worked. Truly delishous. The Jenga mozzarella sticks were a fun, on-theme addition and the cheese again was everything. in the best way. Loved my drink too--sweet, fruity, vodka-forward, perfection. Buffalo wings were solid as well. Bonus points for the games they offer for the customers. Tetris was my favorite, plus Jenga and others we didn't even get to play yet. Outdoor seating is heated, so winter-friendly vibes. Had a great night and will definitely be back. read more

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I ordered a burger and a tomato soup. Both were scrumptious. Clinton hall has a heated outdoor area and it has a beer garden vibe. Most patrons were inside because it was 30 degrees outside. The inside has a full bar. It felt like the perfect place for fidi residents to hang out or those post college or early 30s. The burger was fresh and it was made medium rare like I requested. The soup was rather small for the price $7 but satisfying. It had a hint of basil along with Parmesan cheese. This place has a cute vibe I will definitely be back to try other items on the menu. read more

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While looking for a late night bar option that was still serving food, this place hit the spot! The prices are very reasonable for the quality and portions you receive. You can tell everything is prepared fresh and the fondue burger was one of the best I've ever had! The mozzarella sticks are also a must. The service was a little on the slower side but nothing significant of note. This location has a large outdoor seating area that is covered which includes TVs and many yard and board games scattered through the seating area. A great spot to meet up with a group of friends or a casual date night! read more

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I was charged for someone else's bill. When paying, I had to identify my correct credit card from a stack of other customers' credit cards. The employee only showed me the final total on the payment terminal, not the itemized bill. After payment, I later reviewed the digital itemized receipt and realized I had been charged for another group of people food and drinks, not my actual bill. I called afterward to clarify and resolve the issue, but I did not receive a response. read more

Genuinely awful experience and service. Servers were rude, food was horrible, waited an hour for it. Never again

I enjoyed my quick brunch here! We had a deal with Pulsd. The menu that Pusld showed and the actual brunch menu were not the same. Which I was not pleased about because I already had my meal selected. But overall the mimosas did their job and our server was quite lovely. It's a cute place with a college vibe. I'll be back in the warmer months to play some of the outdoor games! read more

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Clinton Hall has a few locations throughout NYC and we visited their FiDi location! Leashed and friendly dogs are allowed at the outdoor beer garden and can spend time trying a beautiful selection of beers with over 20 on-tap. Happy Hour is everyday from 12-6pm and we were thrilled to find Erdinger Weißbier for $6! It was so delicious! There is also a full food menu and, of course, we had to get the jumbo hot pretzel and it was one of the best we ever had! When you arrive, check with the bartender/server on where to sit. There are games and the location is very close to the World Trade Center and Battery Park. read more

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5 stars for the beer selection, 3 stars for it is insanely loud inside so not the best place to catch up with friends if you actually want to hear what they have to say. There is a large outdoor area for when the weather is nice. read more

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A spacious beer garden located in the heart of FiDi -- stopped by with a large group of friends and there were plenty of tables outside, all stocked with games! The service was great, especially since we had such a large party. They were able to quickly reshuffle tables to fit us all. While I loved the beer, the food was alright as best -- think classic bar food and burgers. My Buffalo Cauliflower was good, but friends felt very so-so about their burgers. read more

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Nice outdoor space. Good for big groups. Beers aren't 'normal' but they definitely have a good selection and pretty much everyone can find a drink they like! Buffalo cauliflower is by far my fav! Gotta see how well the lamps work outside in the colder weather, but I'd be willing to come back to see! read more

Clinton Hall is a busy beer garden with locations around the city, and just so happens to serve very delicious and affordable food and drink. The menu features bar food faves and I quite enjoyed everything we ordered: -Nachos: these were very well done. It's easy to mess up a nacho, but the chip to topping ratio here was perfect and the HUGE scoop of guac on top was not lacking. -Buffalo Cauliflower: very tasty, could have used a tad more sauce. -Doughnut Grilled Cheese: an amazing combo of sweet and savory-you must try it! The soup it was served with was also very flavorful. -Brussels Sprouts: definitely on my list of top Brussels sprouts I've had. They were perfectly crispy and well-sauced. To drink, I lived the Brit & Berries-they seem to change the drinks with the season. My only "dislike" here was the lack of much indoor seating and the noise level, but that's to be expected at a place like this. Prices were also very reasonable, and I would certainly come back! read more

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Absolutely horrible experience at Clinton Hall. The place was clearly way understaffed. After our drinks and appetizers were delivered, we never saw our waitress again. We waited over 2 hours and never even got our food -- we ended up canceling our order and leaving. On top of that, we had to go to the bar ourselves just to get drinks refilled. Completely unacceptable service -- will never go back. read more

Amazing. That's all. Just amazing. The whole team makes customers feel important. Well-made food with well-trained staff. Everything here is fresh. The staff treats you well. I'm attached to this spot and will be back soon. read more

Clinton Hall is that ideal happy hour place to go with co-workers or maybe friends too. This location in particular had plenty of outdoor seating, with swings as chairs for some seats, and a whole outdoor game area. There is a Happy Hour drinks menu, but nothing that struck out as worth getting. There was a decent collection of cocktails. I recommend the Brit and Berries ($14). Their drinks were the best kind: pretty strong, but yet tasted too sweet for you to hate it. We got a bunch of shareables to try. Their Classic Fries ($11) had a big portion size, and were surprisingly freshly crispy and salted, making them so addicting to eat! Their Cacio E Pepe Balls ($14) was not worth getting. They were not flavorful enough, and had literal pasta inside the ball. I have heard of the iconic Doughnut Grilled Cheese ($17) from a stranger who said it was so good in the past, and that got me intrigued ever since. The dish itself looked more like decor than something you wanted to eat. But after finally taking the bite, the sweet and salty juxtaposition is worth trying once if you're here. The glazed donut and cheese combo works, but maybe not so much with the tomato sauce, although it does give that pizza flare to it. My favorite of the shareables was the Philly Cheesesteak Sliders ($16). I don't normally enjoy Philly cheesesteaks, but that pretzel bun must have been putting in the work, because these buns were so soft, and that cheese just melts right into that cushiony bun. The meat was also well marinated and fatty! If you're looking to chill with co-workers after work over fun American food and great drinks, this is your place! read more

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Very great service. I got the double smash burger and it was delicious. They also got a great selection of beer.. I tried canons and it was BOMB!! The games outside was very fun LOL giant connect 4 and Jenga. Great atmosphere and would recommend anyone coming / with big groups. read more

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I found this location to have spotty service. But, the outdoor space is relatively large and has several entertainment options. It's a little confusing, because it has table service but also ping pong tables and other games- so you're not really sure whether you have to sit down, order at the bar, or will be served while playing games. On a weekday night, it was pretty empty. Has a lot of potential but wasn't extremely impressed. read more

I am not the target audience for this establishment, so grain of salt going forward. This is essentially a beer hall catering to the young interns/real estate bros in FiDi, and the main reason we decided to go here yesterday at lunchtime was because it was right before Labor Day Weekend and we figured that crowd would already be at their parents' houses in the Hamptons. We were correct. I stopped here with chums for a bite to eat in the early afternoon, probably 12:45ish. Everyone else responsibly packed a lunch to eat from home, so I was the only one in need of true sustenance. Unfortunately the building Clinton Hall is housed in has scaffolding all over it right now so the outside seating isn't quite as enjoyable as it would be otherwise, but it's in a decent, bougie neighborhood with some prime pooch viewing if you're lucky enough to secure some seating by the sidewalk. One chum was VERY excited to locate the Swingers Only tables, which had swings for chairs, though the swings were anchored to the ground (I'm sure after management realized what a terrible idea it was to have unanchored swings utilized by drunk people at 11PM). Not my cup of tea, but I soldiered through it for the good of the crew. There were also numerous games to play while you waited for your orders and/or simply to pass the time, including a large chess game, cornhole and Jenga. Also, it turns out that if you're not drunk, Connect 4 becomes incredibly boring to play after game three. In case you were wondering. Most of the food on this menu could cut my life expectancy in half (the infamous glazed donut grilled cheese concoction sent shivers down my spine) and may only exist for the Instagram crowd, but the Sauce'd Pizza looked reasonably...if not healthy, not distractingly UNhealthy. It wasn't terrible. You can see from the attached photo that it's basically a very edgy Celeste Pizza (if you're unfamiliar with those, it's a thin crust pizza available in the freezer section of your local supermarket) with vodka and pesto sauces added on. It was a little drippy but because it's such a thin pizza I still had plenty of pep in my step when we left. And I'd point out for the record that this isn't a place you go to intentionally for a high quality meal, so expectations should be adjusted accordingly. I wasn't in a boozy mood but my compatriots were - the cider was more warmly received than the rose wine. The service and price point to me were fine. Our waiter was very sweet/friendly, and discussed the unfortunate migrant hotel situation that has impacted everyone in the neighborhood (one of those hotels is literally right across the street). It was easy to hail him or any of the other employees down for near-term needs. My dining companions thought $18 was too expensive for this pizza, but I thought that was pretty on par for a sit-down entrée around here, and I think it unfairly suffered by comparison because Happy Hour had already started and their drinks were definitely on the cheaper side. I wouldn't have an issue stopping by again for a glass of wine and/or an outdoor game, but it's not a place I'd go out of my way to frequent, especially if the aforementioned bros are in attendance. read more

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Beer garden- good for company bonding time! I went on a weekday after work and there seemed to be a lot of corporate people. The place was bustling with energy and it was loud, so don't expect it to be an intimate place. I kinda had to shout to talk to my friend the whole time. They have interesting menu items. I guess because it's a beer garden, they are more known for their drinks and vibes, but there I was going for the food instead. I ordered the doughnut grilled cheese. It came hot but it quickly got cold, oddly enough. As you can imagine, it doesn't taste very good when it's cold. The combination of glazed donut, cheese, and tomato soup wasn't bad. It was interesting but I wouldn't get it again. read more

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TLDR: Great post-work vibe for happy hour! Great music selection and so many board/card games to choose from (Uno, Jenga, chess, etc). Food and drinks are pricey {$15-$30} after happy hour so I suggest going during happy hour which is from 2 - 6pm Monday - Friday. Highly recommend the fondue burger! Pretty expensive but well worth the $15. Our server was super attentive and made sure we were well taken care of for the night! We played with abnormally large Uno cards, Jenga, connect 4, chess (outdoors), and a conversational card came called "Bad People" 10/10! The games sparked tons of really great conversation. Perfect for a first date, normal hangout, or something fun to do after work. If you like to play games to break the ice, come here :) Happy Hour from 12-6pm Monday to Friday $6 Drafts $8 Well drinks $8 Select house wines read more

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Me and the wife found this place while walking around. The food was really good service was little slow. I had to go ask for another beer. It's a cool place to hang out and watch a game or chill! Have a huge outdoor area. Cheers read more

Forget street carts for pretzels! Come here!! Made a trip for some late night bites, drinks, and board games. The pretzel was sooooo good we debated ordering another one but we ordered fries instead lol. Super yummy! read more

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We were looking for a spot near our WTC hotel. We loved Clinton Hall - 3 minute walk, great vibe, tasty food & friendly service. My husband loved the fondue burger (order the side of waffle fries and dip them into fondue - you can thank me later) and the cheeseburger salad was delish, too. read more

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The was an amazing donut grilled cheese!! Of course, it is not healthy at all but it really hit the sweet and savory nodes. My compliant was that it was a little on the smaller side. Though, my doctor would probably be glad it was that size. The tomato soup was just alright. It wasn't the best, but wasn't that great. Service was normal. The server came to us to check in a points throughout the night. The ambiance is a chill and relaxed vibe. read more

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Food: The waffle fries with cheese & jalapeños were really good. The hot wings had great flavor as well but were too big for my liking. I like my wings small/medium sized and these were large in my opinion. I had the bins & berries cocktail & that also was great. Service: Justin was our server & he was awesome! The place: The bathroom was clean. I loved the large outdoor seating & how they had games to play, such as jenga. This place had a cool vibe to it & I enjoyed it. read more

Been here once to try their WTF waffles, came back recently. They have benches and picnic style tables for outdoor dining and they also have heat lamps that keep you semi-warm. They don't have any tents set up, which is great for airflow and tables are spaced out. We went on a Sunday but unfortunately they weren't doing their brunch menu. We ordered sweet n sassy wings, the giant pretzel, and the chicken stax. The chicken sandwich was amazing and flavorful, I took a bite and it was so good and crispy. The wings were also pretty tasty and affordable. The giant pretzel was probably my fave item. It came warm and soft, with a side of mustard sauce and cheese sauce. We couldn't finish everything, and took part of the pretzel home, the waitress was so sweet and accommodating, she even put extra pretzel sauce in the to go box. Would recommended for a safe and tasty outdoor dining experience. Edit: went back next time for brunch! read more

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Great spot to chill out on the weekend. They have a good selection of draught beers, the food is decent while the staff is friendly and the ambiance is lively! read more

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Ordered takeout from here - wings were skinny, without sauce (even though requested) and all wings were drumsticks (not a single flat). Maybe deserve it since ordered food from a beer hall but this place is not great. Had the tenders too - they were borderline inedible from being undercooked. Again maybe deserve it for ordering takeout from here but expected better read more

The nachos here are amazing! No matter which location I'm at, it's the first thing I order. I crave them and every time I order nachos at another restaurant, I get disappointed because I think of the ones here read more

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The decor of Clinton Hall is really modern, trendy and artsy. It is a perfect place for brunch or afternoon tea with friends, so it's popular among young generation. Their food was amazingly beautiful and eye-catching especially their signature red velvet waffle, which surprised all of us when the staff served. The waffle was bright red with a slice of red velvet cakes on the top. The taste was okay but it's worthy to order for its appearance and take photos of it. read more

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I think this has to be one of the most disappointing dinners i've ever had in New York. This place dubs itself with having great food and even better drinks, and although the I didn't really go there for the drinks, I really expected more from the food living up to the hype and the very significant NYC pricing. To start, I was served with tap water in a reused wine bottle, and a small plastic cup that could probably fit about 4oz of water. The food came about 25-30min after I ordered, which was pretty reasonable. I had the Buffalo Cauliflower Wings for my appetizer. It was one of the most unbearable flavors I've ever tasted. I know what Buffalo tastes like, and this one just tasted like straight vinegar! Not even remotely spicy, but did hurt your throat and the flavor of vinegar stuck for a while. The cauliflower was also just oozing with oil and you could feel the grease flowing as you bit it. Afterwards, the grilled cheese donut came, and it was COLD. The cheese made so that it looked nice and gooey, but really it was just solid and cold. And the "donut" was just two top buns put together with a hole in the middle. No flavor whatsoever besides butter. And then the burger arrived (what I came for). It was pretty decent. I wish the patties were seasoned more, no flavor really besides the American cheese, and the buns felt stale (if you look closely at the picture I took). The fries tasted very cheap and theme-parky (as my partner described it). Bottomline is, I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND this place whatsoever. There are so many places in this city that deserves your attention, but this place does not live up to the hype at all, and do not believe the pretty pictures they post on the internet because the food was just really bad. read more

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Came by this place for a team lunch and stopped by a few times before for happy hour. The food is kind of average, the grilled cheese donut looks amazing for instagram but... tastes just ok, a bit disappointed actually with the flavor and it gets cold quickly - also quite messy to share with the table. I would only recommend it to others to try once and won't be coming back for more. The mini donuts were good and fun to share with others. There's lots of space and some games to play here, they've got a cool vibe overall. Check out their happy hour deals which are pretty decent in the area if you're looking for a spot to hang out after work. read more

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Unassuming bar in the Financial District with tons of outdoor space covered with scaffolding (it's the look they're going for!). Food was delicious (fries, nachos, shishito peppers, huge bar pretzels were all yummy - the only disappointment was the doughnut grilled cheese), they have many beers to choose from, and the frose was a hit with our group! We had no issues getting a table for our group of 10-12 people outside, and enjoyed the super sized chess and giant Jenga table games while we hung out. read more

I am overwhelmingly distressed by the uneatable food presented by this thoughtless and uncaring place! Dry, tastless, and overcooked food put upon unsuspecting party goers is shameful and unacceptable!!! Am really upset for our party planner, whose generosity was shat upon by this awful culinary display! Will never, ever visit again.... NEVER!!! AR read more

Terrible service. Our servers barely checked on us & it took forever to get our beer and food.

-First Impression- Outdoor seating is totally instagrammable -Food- no complaints! Had the hot chicken sandwich (not sure if it's still on the menu), which wasn't that spicy, but that's just my humble opinion -Service- a bit scarce, but not bad -Price- very reasonable -Did Not Like- the tables inside are bench style and very close to each other. It was a bit difficult and awkward to get in and out of my seat without bumping into someone from the next table -Noteworthy- Grilled cheese donut! -Recommended?- Will return specifically for the grilled cheese donut and truffle fries read more