Cute bar and bottle shop, can get crowded on a nice day - the Grilled Cheese here may have been the best one I've had in my life?

Covenhoven has such a cute backyard area! And in addition to having lots of fun craft beers, they also have a nice selection of cheese, meats, and olives to make your own charcuterie board! The bartenders are all very nice and if you want to try a beer you can just ask and they'll give you a little sample cup. All in all, such a nice play for hh or any hour of the day or night! read more

Covenhoven - Charcuterie board - Beer Bar Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Covenhoven has an always incredible tap list and great fridge for takeaway or onsite. Had the grilled cheese for the first time this past weekend and it was banging. My personal caveat is that it is very much a kid friendly place, which is a divisive topic so will leave it at that and allows you to make your own decision. read more

Covenhoven - Grilled cheese, cherry farmhouse ale - Beer Bar Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

For such a nice space, a young female staff member was very rude as it seemed her friends were there and soured our experience. I wouldn't make my way back here, there are many better bars in the area. read more

First Impressions: super cozy and fun little spot to meet up friends. They have food to order options as well as a pantry/refrigerator where you can buy all the items needed for a decent charcuterie board to enjoy at your table. Tons of beer on tap, I don't know Judy about beers but I know about a good time with friends and I liked it here The Noms: we bought bread, cheeses, and pâté to share. I never met a charcuterie board I didn't love and this wasn't an exception. We also ordered the pretzel (good but too much salt... I shook some off and it was perfect)... the fig jam and arugula grilled cheese was fuckin amazing. Excuse the cursing but it was damn good. I could eat two more if I wasn't so stuffed! In Conclusion: 10/10 would recommend this spot. I live on the UWS and rarely make it too Brooklyn for any reason (except one of my close friends moved here) but I would definitely make the trek BK to meet her up and have a grilled cheese here read more

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I moved to Crown Heights in December so was on the lookout for a new local bar. And I'm so glad I found Covenhoven. First the beers are great and at a good price. Second all of the staff are wonderful. Very welcoming and fun to interact with. Third they have a GREAT backyard that is chill and a lot of fun. And fourth - they are incredibly kid friendly and are happy to put up with my rambunctious four year old from time to time. :) And finally - it's actually a great place to work from during the week between 2-5. WiFi is strong and nothing wrong with having a pint while getting some work done! read more

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The flavors pop in your mouth! I want to return - the atmosphere was soothing and staff performed well. The team demonstrated true warmth, many smiles, and sincere kindness. The meal was enjoyable yet not the top quality we've encountered. I'll visit this place again without fail. read more

Beer served with massive side of attitude. When I told them the beer they poured tasted as if the keg had kicked, they started arguing with me. Extremely rude staff. Better off going to any other bar in a 5 block radius. Beer should not be thin like water. Great space but not worth putting up with the attitude read more

Always enjoyable at the different hours you go. During the day, it's more relaxing and if you choose, work off a laptop or play some board games. Evening time, great as a hang out spot. Back yard also available. It's not the biggest space for larger groups so 1-4 is more ideal. Their food is fairly straightforward- I'd go for the grilled cheese or pretzel. Great variety of beers to choose from. Staff are helpful in your final selection. read more

I always love the huge variety in beer selection at Covenhoven and this evening was no different. Sours, ciders, and meads you likely won't find many other places. Their havarti, fig jam, and arugula grilled cheese is an absolute favorite every time. Super cozy and warm with a wood stove in the winter. The backyard is delightful on warmer nights and there's a small selection of games. Was a favorite when I lived here and I always make a point to come back when I visit. Everyone who works here is a delight as well. read more

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They do NOT have a happy hour. We went tonight. They said NO we don't have a happy hour, even though Yelp lists it as of July 2025!

Cute little spot for drinks - loved the ambiance of the place and the wide selection of craft beers and small snacks available to purchase. One thing I noticed was the upsell of the prices to drink a can of beer from the fridge at the place - around $3-4 more just to have a glass. Loved the fridge with great single portion sizes of cheeses and a half baguette! read more

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I checked out Covenhoven with some friends on a Friday afternoon/evening while visiting Brooklyn. This is a happening little spot with a wide selection of beers on tap and in a large refrigerator for purchase. So many options to choose from and I enjoyed looking through the fridge section for the wild and quirky beers I've never heard of before. It was fun sitting out on their outdoor courtyard. There's some basic pub fare food as well if you get hungry. I would definitely stop back in again. read more

It took me a few years to make it to this place once I learned about it...then it took me about 3 weeks to return. Fantastic selection of beers in the case and on draft, reasonable prices, and a great atmosphere. As far as beers of this type go, this one is definitely as good as it gets. read more

The food and ambience is delicious particularly the food. It's a small cozy restaurant with great service. I've eaten there a few times and for me it's a rave. read more

We had the bratwurst on a pretzel bun. The Waldorf salad was delicious. Lemonade and an Oktoberfeast beer. Very limited menu.The garden is beautiful. read more

Loved this little beer bar in Brooklyn. They have a nice selection of beers. Their food is also tasty, too! Their backyard patio is really nice. It has quite a bit of space. Everything was clean. Would definitely recommend if you're in the area! read more

Covenhoven - Patio - Beer Bar Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Used to love this place but the last couple of Fridays we've been there the woman at the cash register has been so snarky and rude, to the point where we have decided we're just not going to go back there anymore. There are no lack of great bars in the neighborhood where the servers are lovely! read more

Great neighborhood spot to try and buy new beers. They have beers on tap and also a refrigerator full of a large variety of beers. You can buy the beer from the fridge and drink it there as well. The prices are great! It is cheaper than normal bars, especially if you buy beers from the fridge and drink there. The draft beers range from $6-$9 and the refrigerator beers range from $5-$9. They also have grilled cheeses, cheese plates and other small eats. We came around the holiday times and it was decorated in a festive way with Christmas trees, lights and pine cones. It is a great place for a date or to get together with friends. There's also an outdoor space that would be lovely in the summer. Their service is great as the bartender was very patient with recommending beers to us. read more

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The CUTEST little backyard patio bar situation! One of my favorites in the Prospect Heights area and a quick walk from any of the subway stops, it's definitely somewhere I've taken numerous friends for casual hangouts. It would definitely work as a COVID-safe, casual date spot as well. Lots of beers on tap here, with an even larger selection of craft canned beers as well. It's a great place to enjoy a warm summer night, or any outdoor night other than your tiny NYC apartment! read more

I finally got to remove Covenhoven from my bookmarks tonight. Covenhoven is a beer shop, beer garden, and cafe all in one. When you walk in, the first thing that catches your eye is the illuminated refrigerator of endless beer across from the bar. On the last door, they have a selection of meats and cheeses that allow you to create your own board with an optional baguette for an extra cost. The bar has an extensive chalk board that lists all the taps they offer in the various sizes. They had about 15 different choices with mainly local brews. The bartenders were eager to help and very friendly. They also have a limited food menu of bratwursts, grilled cheese, and hot pretzels. I got the cheddar and truffle hot pretzel which honestly was the perfect munchie. It came out piping hot and with a good amount of flavor. Then I got the cheddar and jack grilled cheese with bacon. It came with the two fluffiest slices of bread. A little on the burnt side but still gooey and comforting. Next time I stop in I'll try the bratwurst and knackwurst. Covenhoven bares a close parallel to Banter in Williamsburg, with the exception of a large stock of craft cans and bottles that can be ordered to stay or to go. I thought the vibe was very warm and welcoming and the prices were just as well. It was a bit out of the way from the Queens but I would love to return soon! read more

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Great beer selection including a ton of gluten free options. The charm of this place has to be the outdoor patio (and the fact you can serve yourself any beverage from the coolers). The red wine (can't remember the type) was actually pretty good, as well! Sometimes the queue lines up next to the backdoor; other times it's a free for all when you order. If you fall out of sync, they can get a bit testy, so imbiber beware! Haven't tried to food but heard the grilled cheese is banging. You always smell it when you walk in; legitimately smells like a French bakery. Not a bad way to be welcomed! See you at CoHo! read more

This place is usually packed came early on a Monday and place was just starting to fill. Extensive beer and apple cider selection both on tap and bottled/canned. Have a few choices to snack on my favorite the mix and match cheese and meat platter. You get to pick what you want from the fridge. sat in the backyard which was super cute. Just becareful with the mosquitos. Giving it 4 stars because just average beer garden but a solid place to check out. read more

Really nice place, great back yard and big selection of beer and cider. Didn't get any food but it all looked really good. It was a little too busy for my preference but that is just my comfort level right now. They did have space between tables although no screens that I could see. Staff were nice and friendly. Would def go back. read more

First of all, I love the name. I just absolutely love it. I went to covenhoven with my group of friends, and it was just perfect. I wish I took more pics of what I ordered but I was too hungry to take a pic! Apologies! At covenhoven, there is a wide array of beers and ciders to choose from. The folks working there are knowledgeable about the beer and if you ask them for recommendations, they'll let you know exactly what you should order! And now, the food... I ordered a grilled cheese because I was pretty hungry. I didn't realize there were different options/flavors that I could get. I ended up ordering the havarti cheese with fig spread and arugula. The bread they used was enormous. I don't even know how to explain it but the sandwich was bigger than my head haha- please, PLEASE order a grilled cheese to accompany your beverage. You won't regret it! read more

Covenhoven - a man sitting at a table in a coffee shop - Beer Bar Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I love coming here to stock up on my IPA beers. I used to work in the area and was a regular. I come here for the Beer and cheese. What a good combination. They also have an outdoor area and games you can play. This a cool hipster place. You will see people come in and bring out their laptops. Good Place To Network and have a good time read more

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This place is our favorite new haunt, though we only just encountered it. The bartender was open and friendly, the draft selection exquisite, the wafting aromas of bacon, hot pretzels, and grilled cheese enticing, the playlist on point (think Chet Faker's Gold), the assorted cheeses in the cheese display enticing and seemingly well-vetted, and the row upon row of bottles and cans in the long wall of a fridge astoundingly impressive for the size of the shop. We looked out onto the garden in the back, which was made friendly and delicate by the numerous bright flowering plants back there, but a friend of a friend wasn't quite dressed for the cool weather, so we stayed inside as we played Cards Against Humanity, one of the many games they have to borrow inside. It was the perfect place to spend a few hours on a rainy Saturday afternoon, and we will definitely be back... read more

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I really warmed up to this place over several visits here last year. The draft lists are always excellent, with a great assortment of styles and reasonable NYC -level prices. The inside is cool, though a bit cramped by the bar/fridge area, especially when someone is perusing the fridge for the bottle selection. The outdoor area is wonderful - if you can grab one of the in-house board games, you can happily Jenga or Connect Four away the drunken hours in a lovely setting. The sandwiches are mediocre (and you'll probably have to flag someone down and wait awhile to get one anyway), but they have a cheese fridge where you can put together your own cheese plate to go with your beer(s) of choice, which is a concept I love - I'm well qualified to curate my own cheese plate with beer pairings, thank you very much! The service is a bit hit-or-miss - some of the bartenders can be a bit aloof or downright rude if you have questions about the beer styles (even when the bar isn't crowded and it isn't an issue of time). I notice this trend in some craft beer bars, and I just don't get it. Shouldn't you enjoy evangelizing about your passion? And, more importantly, should beer be anything but joyous and fun? But all in all, good space, great beer, great location. read more

Covenhoven - Beer. Self-serve cheese plate. Outdoor garden. Hard to beat. - Beer Bar Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I live nowhere near Brooklyn but for a few of my friends this is their local. As a result, I've been here several times. It is a small and cozy craft beer place that has a wide draft selection as well as multiple fridges full of bottles. Their food offering is grilled cheese-centric, with bratwursts, pretzels and chili as well. The bar is long and narrow with seats that fit approximately 6 people and a patio out the back. The bathrooms could be cleaner but they're passable. There are a bunch of games for you to play while you're drinking e.g. jenga, trouble, connect 4 etc etc. The staff are pretty decent, helpful and knowledgeable in that low-key 'I'm a cool beer guy who works in a cool craft beer bar in Brooklyn' kind of way. They will let you try samples and they're fairly quick at getting your drinks and food out. I come here for the IPA and double-IPA selection and the harvati grilled cheese with thick buttered bread, arugula and fig jam. It's seriously to die. I hardly eat dairy but I need to order this sandwich whenever I come here, it would be rude not too. Getting quite fond of this place as a group hangout in the area - they're very reliable. It's getting pretty popular these days (read: Friday and Saturday nights) but we've been fortunate to wrangle a seat quickly for the most part. If I lived in this neighborhood I'd buy all my bottled beer from these guys. read more

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Favorite beer bar in the neighborhood. Cheese fridge to die for plus love the bar staff. Tom, Brendan, Jason, Chris and everyone I'm forgetting are the best. read more

We happened upon this tiny (long and thin) bar on our walk to the Botanical Gardens. There is not much in the area (that we saw, at least) and it was a great little break on our long walk from the subway to the Gardens. They have a ton of different craft and other unique beers and ciders and the two bartenders were very friendly and welcoming of us as tourists. We stopped for some tasters, a drink each, a bathroom break, a couple of smiles and then kept walking. Highly recommend! read more

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This was one of my favorite bars that I've visited in Brooklyn. First off, they have a great beer selection. All craft beers on tap with a handful of local options. Pricing was extremely reasonable too with a solid variety. Additionally, they have a huge glass panned cooler with plenty of bottled and canned options. Great options all around. The atmosphere is laid back. They play 90s hip hop and have a great selection of board games. We ended up spending a couple hours here drinking and learning cribbage. They have a been garden in the rear. The restrooms are clean and spacious. I'd definitely return here! Oh...they also have some solid bar food to nosh on if you get the munchies! read more

The space has a great vibe and there's an awesome selection of tap and canned beverages. The spot we sat in had music so loud we were shouting to hear each other. The plant-based food selection also needs an upgrade, especially since you're not allowed to bring your own food. read more

The perfect place for craft beer nerds. The hub is one, so we end up here quite often. So many draft options to choose from! Thankfully, they often have a couple ciders or fruit flavored gose/sour beers so that I have something to drink too. Food menu is limited, but solid if you need a snack. The soft pretzel is great and the grilled cheese smells like heaven (I've not yet had one). If you need a full-on meal, there are solid options close-by: Guerro's, Chavela's, Mayfield. If it's a nice day, look for a spot in the lovely backyard! read more

Covenhoven - They have a really good soft pretzel. - Beer Bar Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This should be your Sunday hang. For real. Super friendly staff knows beer and can match you with something you'll like. You'll know because they give you a taste until you find one you like! Beers on tap and in bottles are diverse and intriguing. Best parts: the noshie and games You can pull together your own cheese and meat platter from the selection in their big fridge. Easy peasy and you won't need a bank loan. The food compliments the beers so of course you want more. Playing Jenga like we did, or battleship like our neighbors, is a wonderful way to spend a snowy winter afternoon (or summer brunch). Games are improved by beer. Get there early to get a bunch or seat, if fills up quick. Love the outdoor space. Too bad I cant clone Covenhoven to Oakland. read more

Covenhoven - Love this place. Great hang. Get the cheese plate and play Jenea! - Beer Bar Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

There are few things in this world I love more than a good beer. But here's the thing - when you're a beer snob like me, you find yourself on a hedonic treadmill. Even good beers end up seeming subpar when you compare all your experiences to the best you've ever had. Enter Covenhoven. I would consider it one of the best beer bars in Brooklyn, if not in all of NYC. Their tap list is a very respectable rotating list of 16. All styles, with a legend on their chalkboard. I was in a sour mood (not that I was angry, just that I wanted some sour beers), and they had the medicine. I was actually impressed that they had some local brews that I've had before, like Yazoo from Tennessee, or Kent Falls from Connecticut. Very rarely, if ever, see them on tap in NYC. And if the tap list isn't enough for you, they have a whole row of fridges. You can pay extra to drink them in store, or take them home at a discount. A really amazing selection all around, whether you want local crafts, large format domestics, or even some crazy imported brews (like a purple IPA). There's also an amazing backyard. Tons of seating and greenery. Zack the bartender is awesome and really knows his shit. Ask him about any brewery, and you'll learn something. Oh, and if you're lucky, you may catch a glimpse of Snickers the dog. read more

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Covenhoven is a delightful beer bar in Prospect Heights boasting both obscure brews and spacious back garden. Unfortunately, I came while it was still frosty out, so I had to make do with the still-charming front room. I came on a Saturday night for a birthday party and it was quite busy-- we had to mill around for about half an hour until we lucked into a big table. Cozy, low-lit space. The area at the back gets tight, as you're wedged between people waiting for tap service at the bar and perusing the fridges of to-go beer. On those taps are a good range of styles; you'll find your standard IPAs, stouts, and lagers, but I also spotted saisons, goses, sours, ciders, and Belgians (usually I'm lucky to find just one!), all from breweries you probably haven't heard of, often from New York. And in those fridges are one of the most ingenious ideas I've seen at a bar: meats and cheeses priced by weight so you can assemble your own cheeseboard. They also have a biergarten-y menu including bratwurst and pretzels; I had a perfect ham and gruyere grilled cheese. Service is solid-- they stay busy but were quick with recommendations. Drafts are $7 and up (note higher-alcohol styles come in smaller sizes). I believe there's only one bathroom, as I had to wait a while. Crowd felt like late 20s Brooklynites, non-pretentious. There are also card games available to extend your friend hangout. I would come here off-peak or on a weeknight if you can to make sure you can grab seats and enjoy the space to the fullest. read more

Congratulations to Covenhoven! Well deserved after all these years of turning out transcendental chili. Keep up the good work and I look forward to the Summer 2020 Chili cook off hosted by the bar. Hats off to grill master Tom; you are truly the chili whisperer. read more

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I was so happy to check this place out while in the area at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden recently. Cute little outdoor garden area, as well as many cozy tables inside and seating on the street out front - they really have seating which should make just about anyone happy. Great draft selection, and plenty of cans available for sale in the bottle shop. Was delighted to try a new-to-me sour, as well as an old favorite IPA. The sandwich I had for lunch was probably the real star of my day - a delicious grilled cheese on HUGE, soft amazing bread. I feel like this sandwich is the thing dreams are made of. Will definitely return here for more beers (and their sandwiches!!) when in the area. read more

First time here, great petite beer garden with good selections of beer and snacks. We spent a few hours here, we actually came here just for a beer but stayed much longer than we originally planned. A good day with good beer and snacks. Cheers! read more