This bar is a vibe. I never had a bad ginger whiskey here. Never had a bad experience here. Waiters are chill. Priced decent for today. The interior design is really nice. read more

Came here to celebrate my birthday with friends and it was a great time. They have nice patio space on the back, the decor is funky, and we booked their "secret" karaoke room for 3 hours which was dope. Their karaoke set up isn't as good as the ones in Korea town but it does the job. We could also bring in outside food which was convenient. I loooved all the tiger paintings . The one complaint was the quality of the drinks, we got margaritas and they were really bad unfortunately. They tasted like it used pre mix and the salt chunks were huge. At least the hangover wasn't as bad the next day! read more

Goldie's - a drink and a laptop - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here to celebrate a friends birthday last weekend. Have to say they had some pretty neat decor. My group and I definitely took some pictures. Bar was extremely packed but the bartenders made sure to acknowledge us and let us know they will be right with us. Drinks were pretty average. Overall the bar had a cool vibe to it, I would come back again to start the night out. read more

The bar's beautiful interiors were a real highlight. The ambiance was top-notch, with stylish decor that made for a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. Plus, the bar staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, making us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. In terms of the drinks themselves, I have to say that Goldie's didn't disappoint. The beverages were all tasty and expertly prepared, which made for a really enjoyable evening. And as a bit of a stickler for prices, I was really pleased to see that the menu was well-priced, making it easy for us to indulge without breaking the bank. read more

Fun bar, I really liked the cheetahrita. Nice outdoor space, nice ambience indoors. No dogs allowed.

I hung out after work with my co-workers that frequent this place. Its a loud bar with what looks like a hipster hang out. I had a few enjoyable margaritas and yelled at my friends over loud music. Typical bar behavior. read more

My partner and I LOVE this place! Its vibe is casual and cool and their drink prices are immune to inflation. This may be the last place in the city where you can still grab 6 dollar beers and close out your tab for less than 30 bucks. Don't come here expecting craft cocktails or frills. It's a place to drink with friends or meet a date in a unique and cool space decorated like Vegas in the 70s. read more

Came here late night after a wrap party, and we just wanted to keep the evening going. So I hopped in an Uber with some friends and ended up at Goldie's. Loved the atmosphere, good music, Vegas decor and just a young fun crowd. All the prices are very reasonable, and the cocktails are simple, I love me a craft cocktail but sometimes it's nice to be able to have a simple classic. The vibe is Vegas back in the day, not necessarily rat pack but more early 90's when times were simple and our biggest concern was a stain on a dress. The bar is horseshoe shaped, there's booths for a crowd, pool tables. Plus cool portraits to look at Past that I can't say much, since I just enjoyed some gin and tonics! But I loved being able to sit and enjoy people watching and chatting with the group I was with. Don't for get to have some goldfish :) read more

Staff is rude as hell. Literally kick you out and scream at you when the clock hasn't even hit 4am and you just purchased a drink at their last call. read more

Nice decor but zero personality. Drinks are just overpriced mixers and tap is flat. Bartenders are either not present or uncomfortably intrusive/ eavesdropping read more

There's no other way for me to describe this bar other than it seems like a bar Peggy Bundy might love. Eclectic paintings of tigers and leopards, sparkly gold tables, and great classic cocktails. It's a throw back to a dated 80s home and I love everything about it. read more

Margaritas are pretty good at this place. Two bucks off on happy hour which is pretty cool. Came here on a Friday evening and it was good. The place has started to fill up after 6pm. The decor is cool. read more

Goldie's - Frozen margarita - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came through for a couple drinks before a show at the Kingsland. Good bar service, drinks are appropriately priced. Quality could be a little higher; my Stella draft was not fresh, and I didn't enjoy the taste of the pickle back shot. Hot nuts are a must though! Decor is also on point. read more

I'm not sure I'm young and hip enough to know what "it" is anymore, but whatever it is, Goldie's has got it. Just a cool, fun, kitschy spot to spend a night throwing back a few while regaling in the vintage, off-strip Vegas-y nightclub vibe. Cocktails are well-made (particularly enjoyed a quality old-fashioned), though I'd consider it a bit more of a beer-and-shot place. Beer options ran the gamut from MGD to craft, and there were enough options for the wine drinkers in the crowd. Prices are quite reasonable by city standards. Music is background, but quite cool. Whether you secure a seat of honor next to the ceramic cheetah statue, hang in the back area shooting some pool, belly up to the spacious horseshoe bar, or enjoy the excellent outdoor area, you'll feel cooler than cool. In fact, perhaps it was all those beers (and couple of shots) but we had so much fun, half of our party made the rare move of buying Goldie's souvenir t-shirts. When the ceramic cheetah is calling, you've got to accept the charges. read more

A great bar for an easy night of drinks. They've got plenty of indoor seating completely with cozy booths and really cool and funky paintings hung on the walls. The bar itself is large and easy to order from with an easy to read menu at the back. Additionally, Goldie's has a great backyard seating area that is comfortable and clean. Service was friendly and I'll be back the next time I'm in the neighborhood! read more

Service is a little slow, but everything is made fresh and everyone is super friendly. The conch salad is absolutely amazing and if you ask, they'll even show you how they remove the conch from the shell! Their signature drink is also mighty delicious. read more

Goldie's will always be one of my favorite bars in New York City. Not only did my partner and I meet here years ago, but they make a killer (and reasonably priced) bourbon Manhattan. If you're looking for a neighborhood haunt that feels like home--this is your place. Don't skip the hot nuts! read more

Great decor, like you're on the set of The Deuce or something. Decent beers, good crowd, and a backyard! read more

Goldie's - a cheetah sitting on top of a coffee machine - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

What a cool little spot! I had zero expectations except that they would have frozen drinks on a 90 degree summer day. The decor is super cute and certainly sticks to a retro gold theme in the best way - almost glam but not really. I love a circular bar, it feels more communal and friendly than sitting in a line. There is also a cute very lush back patio; however, since it was hot and the patio seemed crowded and partially closed off for an event, we sat inside. My friend and I opted for the frozen margaritas, as that was the only frozen option, although the menu listed frosé - I believe their slush machine was down. All frozen drinks were $12 - it probably could have been $10. It was tasty and refreshing, very light but didn't entirely taste like a margarita, maybe because it did not have salt? The beer selection looked legit and was mostly priced $5-7. The bartender offered us complimentary slices of pizza as the private event hosts ordered too many - what a nice surprise! This is a great spot to pop in if you're in the area. There were only a few folks when we arrived but a gradual steam was coming in by the time we left. Bathrooms were clean and also had a funky decor, which I liked! read more

Goldie's - Frozen Margarita - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I like the bar but the bouncer last night (Sept 8) was the worst I've ever experienced. Extremely rude and disrespectful to the men AND women in our group right from the start. Unwarranted. Ruined our night on some power trip about people standing by the bar. I can guarantee no one in my group will ever spend money here again. read more

Goldie's is a phenomenon. Thank the staff. I moved to Greenpoint in 2003. I have seen a lot of exceptional bars come and go, in and around the neighborhood. So I say with confidence that Goldie's is something special. They've nailed the design of the place, they keep the prices reasonable, they play good music at a volume that doesn't compete with conversation, and the staff are top notch and on point. There's usually something of a crowd there (weekend nights especially), but it stays remarkably friendly no matter. Maybe it's the horseshoe-shaped bar, maybe it's the Pepperidge Farm Goldfish, or maybe it's that third shot of well tequila, but I've seen few other places where utter strangers strike up conversations so regularly and consistently. Or don't, and still have a fine time. It's weird like that, but good weird. Go and see. By the way, the few shitty Yelp reviews about Goldie's I've noticed seem wildly out of touch, or, at best, misunderstandings that could, and probably should, have been laughed off next visit. I've befriended many of the late-shift bartenders, and I've seen them endure puerile, venomous patrons on super-busy nights. They somehow manage to brush it off with aplomb. But I've not ever witnessed a patron get something for which he or she didn't ask. Be nice folks, they're just drinks. read more

Goldie's - Bars Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Beautiful interiors, friendly bar staff, tasty beverages, great location. A friend of ours lives in Greenpoint and upon our visit we were told to check this place out. We've never met such kind, funny, and wonderful people on a vacation before. Everyone at the bar boasted about how this is there home bar and I can see why. We will be back next time we are in New York. read more

This place will over charge you if you are of color.. this place is only made for the whites. Super rude bartenders that think they can't be handled with when they leaving the bar. read more

Goldie's is a great bar for the Brooklyn crowd who appreciates an appropriately priced beer and a nice patio that closes at a weird time. Goldie's is super hip, dark, and swanky. They do have a patio, but like I mentioned earlier (shade), it closes before the bar does to appease the neighborhood. We were slightly inconvenienced, but I love the fact that they care about the 'hood, so good on Goldie's. This place feels like an Austin bar, in fact, when I visited my Austin friend was there too. What are the chances? I didn't even know she was in town. $5 Dales and cheaper PBR is right up my alley and Goldie's is firmly there too. Check it out if you're visiting BK. read more

I had a dispute over happy hour pricing and reached out to the owner (or the Facebook contact.) They got right back to me, and gave me an explanation and a refund. Wasn't expecting a refund which was above and beyond and was really happy to get a thoughtful response. Exactly what you would want from a small business. Thanks for the good communication, much appreciated! Also, this place turned me on to Montauk Watermelon Session Ale a few years ago - delicious in the summer and a great choice for on tap! read more

We only got ciders at Goldie's, because we were looking for a place to stay out and eat our pizza from nearby Tony's. I felt like I was in the 70s, out on a Saturday night with my girls, it felt authentic and fun! read more

Rude bartenders. Tried to order a birthday shot for my friend, we had a group of 7 people. The person I asked absolutely blew me off like I was wasting his time LMAO on a Wednesday night. He told someone else to "handle this" and that guy totally ignored me Go somewhere else! read more

Best bar in Greenpoint awesome bartenders and bar backs always a fun time. Love the atmosphere

Fun classic gp spot... problem is that the bartenders are consistently really, really unpleasant and often for no apparent reason. It tends to damper the experience, have started going elsewhere in the area. read more

Cute medium sized bar with an intimate atmosphere. They offer various different drinks for a cheap price. The staff is very attentive despite the crowd so I was able to enjoy a multitude of different drinks. Clean bathroom and they also offer pool to play in the back. Recommend highly as a local spot to drink at. read more

Goldie's has become something of a go-to spot for an intimate conversation (ssshhhh). There is a sandwich shop about a block away from Goldie's called The Standard, and you can get a fantastic $8 sandwich and carry it in to eat at one of the high-top tables in the bar (they don't have a kitchen, so like most places it's okay if you bring in your own hot food). Pair that with a $3 special draft or a $6 bottle, and maybe a side of Goldfish crackers, and you're in for a leisurely DIY dinner date. It's a neighborhood place that isn't a "dive" but is slightly kitchy. The staff are friendly, and it seems like usually at least one of the people sitting around the bar is a friend of theirs. read more

UPDATE: Credit where it's due, one of the owners of Goldie's promptly reached out to me after I wrote this review to apologize for the incident described, inform me that the employee had been let go, and ensure me that Goldie's is dedicated to creating a violence-free space for its patrons. Additionally, the employee himself reached out to me to apologize for the incident, which speaks volumes to his character outside of this unfortunate situation. Thank you, Goldie's, for taking the feedback of your supporters seriously. *** Dear Goldie's, On October 7, 2018, my roommates and I were gifted front-row seats to a brilliant display of aggressive man-baby rage from a member of your bar staff, who stormed out of the bar in the middle of his shift on a Sunday to start a fight with one of the patrons. After being sent back inside by the bouncer, this bartender proceeded to grab the closest full pint glass, storm to the front of the bar yet again, and smash the glass against a window sending shards and beer flying every which way. I understand that people are flawed and that mistakes happen. But it's important that you--a hub for community and nightlife in our neighborhood--understand that your patrons and supporters go to Goldie's to escape the toxic, violent, and petty displays of male entitlement that bombard us on a daily basis; not to be further subjected to them. The man-child behind your bar put all of Goldie's patrons in danger. His temper tantrum was a violation of a space that should be safe and sacred for its supporters, and it was an embarrassment for you as a neighborhood institution. I hope you'll consider dismissing him from your staff. I also hope you'll consider awarding a hefty bonus to the woman bartender who had the unfortunate task of cleaning up the mess of his masculinity. Yours truly, Zach read more

Best bar in Greenpoint. If you don't agree...well good, means I won't have to see you. Decor is a dream. Drinks are on point. The bathroom....I mean the mirrors on the ceiling are so clutch. You almost need to go to just see it. And then decide for yourself. You likely won't be disappointed. But then again....I don't want to make this place too popular and crazy. read more

If you want to be transported into the Disco era of the Glam Rock 70s - then this should be your new jam. If David Bowie were alive today this would be his hangout in his tight spandex pants and Ziggy Stardust outfit - YEOWWWW! Then you get Michelle Pfeiffer in Scarface sitting across the booth from you, and Ju got a winning bar! Ju little cockroaches! Say hello to my little friend! The Cocktails are perfect, The Bartender that looks like Priss from Blade Runner makes the best Old Fashioneds this side of the city, and the decor is perfect Liberace with it's gold sparkly tabletops and velvet paintings of Sammy Davis Jr, Big carnivorous cats and Dolly Parton. There's also a pool room at the other side of the horseshoe shaped bar, but get there early to avoid the 20-something pool sharks with their throwback Skid Row hair and tight jeans. I hope this place doesn't get too crowded. But with the perfect sparkly decor and the recent positive write ups online, it's going to get discovered by the basic deadass financial district Bedford avenue people sooner than later- So get it while it's HOT like the HOT NUTS at the bar!!! love you guys. STAY GOLD. read more

VERY rude bartenders seems to be the theme here. Went in on a Saturday night with friends and ordered rounds of margaritas and a pre-made boozy slush drinks. Tipped $1 per drink on all drinks. Promptly got a rude reaction from the male bartender after he saw my tip. "maybe you should try your luck with the other bartender next time" he says. I'll take my money elsewhere. read more

This bar has that 60s/70s retro vibe and I'd definitely it. The drinks were alright but it was busy and had a lively, fun vibe.

Eh. Wish something would change about this place which is obviously much needed in this part of the neighborhood. Yes, decor is cool. Sure, margaritas are decent. The bathrooms are on the cleaner side. Of course we are going to end up there because there's nowhere else to go. But sit away from the bar, and send your rudest friend to order to stand up to the unpleasant and unprofessional staff behind the bar. Years pass and the owners seem to think they figured it out: people will come because there's no alternative in the area so let's make sure they don't feel too welcome so they don't linger and we can squeeze out as much profit. I don't need a Cheers vibe to greet me when I come here once a month maybe, but for crying out loud, say hi and take less than 10-15 minutes to serve me? (You don't have to smile when I tip you.) read more

Good, strong cocktails for a price you can't beat ($10). Heaters in the back patio. order from your table and they'll bring your drinks right to you very speedily. GET THE HOT NUTS! read more

The bartenders are extremely rude. I've been here multiple times and ordered margaritas (which are good don't get me wrong) but the bartender skipped over me many times while I sat at the bar and I truly believe it's because I'm a woman. read more

Made an account just to write this review: This place has a personality problem. It's difficult to have a problem with any bar of this caliber because the drinks they serve are not complex. My problem with this bar stems from the fact that the staff are some of the most unfriendly people that have ever been stuffed in a room together. Seriously, it's like they get off on making their customers feel bad. Like a lot of bars in Brooklyn, Goldie's is located on the ground floor level of a small apartment building. The bar has a sizable outdoors space which would be great to use during the summer months, however, the staff routinely come outside to hush people because they are worried about the noise. I totally understand wanting to be accommodating to your neighbors upstairs, but it seems a little ridiculous to even have an outdoors space if you're worried about the noise it would create for your neighbors. I've witnessed this habit of hushing on four separate occasions. I respect the fact that they respect their neighbors but it's honestly crazy to think that people at a bar are going to keep the noise to a minimum. The garden was definitely built with the purpose for it to be enjoyed because it truly is very cute and has ample amount of seating/tables, but like why even have an outdoors space if it's virtually unusable? On another occasion I was scolded at the bar while closing my tab because the bartender claimed I tipped too low. When I went back my booth of friends to say goodbye the bartender came over a second time and scolded me again for the tip. First off, the bill was $100 and I tipped $20. Honestly I thought that tip was too much because 1) the bartender was flirting w. another customer for 10 minutes before she finally got around to taking my order 2) because I was literally ordering the easiest drinks to make. If they were making cocktails or something I would totally understand the logic of demanding a higher tip, but the drinks I was ordering were literally like tecates and gts-not difficult. If you're going to be so sanctimonious about respecting your neighbors, why not spread the love and just pay your employees a better hourly rate. I've seen a lot businesses in New York thrive because they decided to just pay their employees fairly. A $20 tip was generous and publicly scolding me twice for it was embarrassing, rude, and completely unnecessary. read more