Walked by and stopped in for a perfect margarita and some food. Great waitress. Vibrant music. I…read moremet Sherwin the owner who was extremely cordial and hospitable. I will return!

Over the years, I've never considered myself a regular, but I used to frequent quite a bit. I just…read morerecently visited since pre-pandemic days, and I'm thrilled to see many familiar faces celebrating in what I consider a cultural institution. Michelle's is ALWAYS clean, well stocked and full of Panamanian pride. I'm not Panamanian or Caribbean, but one need not be to feel what it means to have a place to gather where folk understand you, celebrate you and welcome you. I certainly wish a younger sect will discover this place and respect it enough to want to see it remain forever. Now, I do wish they'd bring someone on to introduce some classic cocktails and how to execute them. Some of the ingredients they use for cocktails have fallen out of favor long ago. Keep shining Team Michelle's!!!

Neighborhood spot to go to for a drink & some good food or even karaoke (it's usually on Fridays)…read morebut the best part is you can do downstairs for a piercing or tattoo, who doesn't love that combo? A bar & tattoo shop!

Female bartender with dark hair and blue eyes kept skipping my favorite song and pretending to…read moreforget. Not going back. Extremely irritating. I go there and keep to myself but that was the final straw. Fire her. Awful experience.

Ruth's is such a cool spot on Flatbush, honestly one of the more thoughtfully decorated places in…read morethe area. The minute you walk in, you can tell they really put effort into the vibe. It's stylish without being pretentious, and the space just feels good to hang out in. The drinks are really well made, balanced, interesting, and clearly crafted by bartenders who know what they're doing. The crowd is always chill, too. It has that neighborhood-but-still-trendy energy where you feel comfortable right away. They've got small bites if you want something to snack on, and there's a really fun back room that almost feels like a hidden little lounge. And I have to mention the bathroom because... it's definitely interestingly decorated. Unique in the best, quirkiest way. Overall, Ruth's is an easy favorite for a casual night out with friends, a date, or just grabbing a great drink in a beautifully put-together space. A real Flatbush gem.

Wow - what a great little spot!!!…read more Ruth is not on the beaten path for me, but I was heading down to King's Theatre for a concert and looking for a nice bar for pre-gaming. And, guess what? Ruth was just what the doctor ordered. So how would I describe Ruth? It's a cross between a speakeasy and a trendy neighborhood bar... and they serve up some tasty drinks and snacks!!! The interior is cozy with a number of arranged seating areas so parties of folks can gather together. The bar area has stool seating where you can watch the bartender make drinks... and there's even a separate back room area that looks like it could be rented out for private events. As for bartenders and staff, they are all awesome!!! Final thoughts = if you are nearby and ready for a nice drink, hit up Ruth. You'll be happy you did!

Hidden Gem! After dinner on Sunday, we weren't quite ready to head home and stumbled upon this…read morebar--and I'm really glad we did. The music was great, the vibe was relaxed, and everyone kept to themselves, which I appreciated. The drinks were good, and the bartender was friendly and welcoming. I can definitely see myself coming back, whether alone or with friends.

Extremely pleasant place to wind down. Comfortable bar with excellent bartenders. Good music…read moreplaying and overhearing vigorous Star Trek discussions. Whether you're alone or in a group, this is as comfortable as bars get.

Must try Haitian food! I went for restaurant week and the staff were so nice. I felt at home they…read moretreat you like family and from the people that came in it seems everyone knows each other and we're laughing and joking. Very cozy restaurant with great food. The food did take a while and we were told that because everything is fresh and you can tell that it was prepared fresh. I didn't mind the wait because we had drinks with our meal and that was good as well. It's a family owned spot and I love spots like this because I like to see when everyone in the family is invested, especially the younger generations.

Staff was very friendly and gave excellent recommendations on what to order. The Restaurant is…read morefamily friendly and has great live music on Thursday nights.

Amazing run punch and atmosphere. We weren't too far from home but had to take a ride share!read more

First time back since they opened back up again. The menu is much smaller. No more painkillers. But…read morethe hot toddy was perfect on the brisk day. Service was attentive and music was good. Not crowded at all on a Friday around 7pm I was able to sit and chill at the bar before the night crowd!

I don't go to this spot often but it's definitely a neighborhood haven for folks who live or…read morefrequent this area. Everyone's super chill and the bartenders are kind and attentive. I had a tequila gimlet and it was so tasty. The perfect amount of sweet, tart and tequila kick. I actually came here before maybe once or twice and hadn't been for a while. Then I gotta invited to this spot for the date from hell lol. The man showed up super late and had the audacity to have an attitude with me for being upset. Trust I never saw that man again, paid for all of my own drinks, even though I had been invited out and he downed his drink so fast so he could 'leave me first' that it was thee most pathetic and immature sorry sight I ever did see, from a grown man. The bartenders were so kind about it and even said waiting 45 minutes for anyone was a no-no and that his behavior was unacceptable! I agree. I'd definitely go back in the future. I like the big backyard area with all the tables. Good for large groups. But it was also really nice for a lone drink at the bar'. Cause baby, that's what I had!

Great cocktails as well as seasonal selections. Really great ambiance. They also have a cute…read morebackyard with a lot of seating. Trivia and other events during the week. Bar tenders/staff are also very friendly.

It's a little neighborhood restaurant owned and operated by folks who also live in the…read moreneighborhood. The food is great! It's a little on the pricy side, but where isn't these days. They have some of the fan favorites from the old Ox Tavern restaurant, which closed a few years ago on Newkirk Ave. Every time I order a special I feel like I'm getting way better food than our neighborhood should be offering. ...lucky me...and YOU! The staff is super friendly, and the service is pretty good. In warmer months, the whole front of the building opens up so you get a lovely al fresco environment. I strongly recommend

Great locals spot! Started with the spicy margarita, which was excellent. Apps we had were Guac &…read morechips (good), and the crispy cauliflower bites which were tempura beer battered, spiced amazingly, and came with a side of blue cheese and buffalo sauce. Def try these! Entree was the Quesabirria tacos (came with 3), which comes with a side of consume, rice & beans. They were so good, flavorful, and juicy. Prob some of the best I've ever had. Was full after 2, but had to finish the last one. Service was spectacular! Restaurant itself is cute with indoor and outdoor seating. Definitely worth checking out this neighborhood spot! Had the best time.

I had an amazing time here with my bartender Arber. I tried a Gimlet on the rocks for the first…read moretime and it was amazing and refreshing. I was a Tanquaray girlie and was told the difference between that and Sapphire. Yummy. Needless to say I like Sapphire now. The ambiance is cool. There's darts available to enjoy, And bar foods such as wings which looked amazing but I didn't have a chance to try but will. I'd definitely recommend and will be back :-)h

My new favorite bar in my neighborhood! We came too late for food so I'll try something next time,…read morethe drinks were good (even tho I got wine lol) had the coolest bartender, funny & super down to earth. They also have darts which was fun as well, good music too. Overall is was good vibe.

I am really disappointed in this establishment tonight. My boyfriend was wearing a sweatshirt…read morewhich he has worn before there and got turned away. I live in the area around the corner and we go multiple times a week for drinks. It was also a sentimental spot because it was our first date spot on a Wednesday when it was snowing and we were the only ones there. I will actually never return which I'm sad about because it was one of my favorite spots. Also they all weren't even packed inside. If there is a dress code it needs to be stated.

One of my favorite neighborhood spots for good vibes, good drinks and good music. Depending on who…read moreis DJing, you'll get a good mix of RnB, Hip hop, reggae, soca, etc. The perri Rossi is my go to drink usually but I've tried a few of their other cocktails and they were good. On weekends it will get packed by 10pm so I suggest getting there early if you wanna claim a spot. My favorite thing is that it's always been good vibes and community like feeling there.