The food was not great. I was slightly disappointed. It was a bad choice I think. Therefore, I leave you with this bit of advice: don't order the shrimp po'boy. read more

Not a very "Brooklyn" experience, but it is a good "Ale House." They have many interesting beers on tap, which my friend promptly took advantage of by getting a Creme brulee ale and a heavy (almost undrinkable) Imperial stout. For those who are less ambitious, they had a beer special menu. Their budget options were a bottle of Session Lager and a hoppy and very drinkable pint for $3. Pints for $3 aren't easy to come by, so this was a great catch. The German beer steins on the wall, wrapping around the bar were a good decor choice. The first few Smashing Pumpkins they played were nostalgic, but after 5-6 songs in a row, it got a bit excessive. Someone sure loved their Corgan that night. read more

I wandered into this bar because they had TV's showing a basketball game my friend wanted to watch. I liked the neighborhood feel of the place and the bar menu was relatively big. We ordered a large bottle of Chimay red label and I purused the immense beer and scotch list. Very impressive! Unfortunately, the service was really slow and I had to ask for everything before it would appear on the table. Like... share plates, another round of drinks, the bill.... The server just didn't seem very attentive. I dunno. Maybe she was super busy. They have an ostrich burger on the menu that's pretty good and the burger that comes with BBQ sauce, american cheese, mushrooms and grilled onion was pretty good. The potato skin appetizer could use some work though. There wasn't enough sour cream and besides cheese, sprinkling of bacon and something that looked like a tomato salsa, there really wasn't anything on the potato skins that would make them stand out. Even the presentation was mediocre. Though I wouldn't run back to this place, I'd go back if I knew I had a beer lover friend who wanted to go out for a pint. read more

I'm gonna break this review up into two parts: Bar: If you're going to Mugs for a drink on a warm summer day, then you can't go wrong. The backyard deck usually has a couple seats open, and their selection of brews is pretty good. The food there is pretty standard pub grub and is very reasonably priced. 4 stars. Restaurant: I'm kind of disappointed with Mugs every time I've ordered anything more than just chips. Not once, but TWICE in the last two months, I've got to the bartender, ordered a burger for takeout, sat at the bar patiently for my meal, and both times I waited over a half hour for my food. Both times when I asked whether my food was ready, the bartenders said something to the effect of "oh yeah, it's been ready for a while" and went to the register and pulled my takeout bag out. Seriously? Twice this has happened. I wait a half hour for a burger when the bartender knows I'm sitting there waiting for it in an empty bar? That's just bad service. 1 star. So if I even those out, it's 2.5 stars, but I'll be nice and round up. But remember if you ever order out from them, ask your server or bartender if your food is ready every 3 minutes, otherwise, you might not get it at all. read more

Somewhere between a dive and not a dive. Great craft beers (some upwards of $25 a bottle), and a good amount of whiskey options. I guess it's a sports bar, but nobody there was really paying attention to the TVs. Bartender was a nice guy, but if you're not with a group of people, I can't imagine this really being a good scene in which to chill. read more

Mugs Ale House - Pubs Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've been here a couple of times for a quick bite to eat before partying and the food is pretty good and reasonably priced. The liquor and beer is good and the prices are great. I usually sit in the back where it's less busy but the service is still great. I will definitely be back. Its such a cute little bar. read more

Great bar on the north side. I've been there a couple times and it's always busy but never packed. We usually grab a table in the back away from the bar. The service is great and the staff is helpful with a pretty big beer list. It's also one of the earliest bars to open in the area (as far as I know), which is a +1 in my book. Sure, it's not too classy to be doing shots of tequila at 11am, but sometimes you just have to meet friends somewhere to prepare for the day (in my case, Idiotarod). read more

This is a classic bar with great brew options. It's completely low key without being a "dive" bar. On my visits, the bartender has always been knowledgeable and helpful when it came to selecting a beer. The selection is very good: approximately 30 micro beers on tap, plus some bottle options as well -- it was unclear how many bottles were available. The front room is rather small (bar seating for 8? and table seating for around 12), but the back room opens up. And they have a pinball machine, which pretty fun. I didn't eat here though, but I'd give some food a shot here... maybe a burger? Good food would really make this a prime spot. Even just for a beer, I would absolutely go back. Overall impression: this is a very good place to go for a beer -- or a place to hang out with friends and take down a bunch of beers -- and with food available I don't think there's much of a downside to coming here any night (/day) of the week. read more

How the mighty has fallen... halfway. Just had dinner there, man, kaiser rolls for burgers? really? the pickle was slimy and tasteless, not to mention it was pretty thin, probably an 1/8th wedge, oh and the skin was pretty damn tough. Had williamsburger, man, where were the caramelized onion and mushroom? And because of the kaiser roll the burger was so dry it was just edible with enough ketchup to soften it up. ginger ale was flat, so was the tapped stella. how much is a pint of stella now days? it was 5 dollars! Its just alright now, mugs, i thought with the new facade the food would at least stay the same if not improved. i was wrong. read more

Stopped in here with my friends on our exploratory tour. We'd walked all over & ended up in Williamsburg- tired & hungry we needed foods and beers- this place happily provided. Good beer selection, esp if you're into craft beer- but nothing jumped off the beer list that screamed CHEAP. Food was good. Not cheap, but you got what you paid for. Service was good, atmosphere was dark but not dingy. If I lived in the area, I'd hit this place every once in a while. read more

Been here a few times with friends. Both times I've had the same experience. Excellent beer selection; the menu has one page for food and the following 10 pages are beer bottles. The beers on tap are all pretty good, and the prices aren't totally outrageous. Service here is a bit slow, especially with food. The first time I went the food took an hour to come out, with a group of 8 or so. The other times the food came out quicker, but still we waited a good while for food that is so quick to prepare. As for the quality of the food, not as good as some other bars/pubs I've been to. The fries are good and the nachos are yummy, but when I order cheese fries and nachos I want cheese, a lot of cheese, not a single slice of melted cheddar. Don't be stingy with the fat! The shepherds pie was not that good to me and the fried shrimp on the po' boy was mushy and just bland. I'm giving it 3 starts because it's a good bar with a kick ass selection, but the food and service are very lacking. read more

Mugs can be great - excellent beer selection that is cheap and frequently changes - good food (also surprisingly cheap) - nice vibe. Unfortunately, as Mugs grows in popularity, it has become insanely crowded on weekend nights and the staff are often unable to keep up with the crowds - wait times for food can be insane, with waitresses often forgetting about you several times during a meal. To really enjoy this place go on a weeknight - and go early. read more

Went here last night with a friend and was very pleased with the beer selection and menu. You can get a burger and fries for a mere $6.50, which is a hard to beat price. The only reason I can't give the place one more star is because of the terrible bartender (Drew). We were sitting at the bar, right in front of him, yet he made absolutely no effort at all to take our initial order or keep our glasses full after the first round. But otherwise, the beer and food were great. Oh, forgot to mention that the music is not good. They were playing the radio! You'd think they could at least have an ipod mix going. read more

Mugs is your place if you want something that is consistently good enough but won't knock your socks off. Call ahead if you're looking for weekend daytime food, as the kitchen is closed during most of their tasting events. Pros: lots of interesting beers on tap; good food Cons: awkward standing room if you can't get a table read more

1 of my favorite places to get a beer really relaxed unpretentious atmosphere especially for the location in the burg bartenders always nice and helpful I wish they had a bigger selection of sour beers read more

Mugs Ale House - Pubs Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've been going here forever. Really good food for the price, and the beer selection is great. Edit: Taking this one down a star. They raised the prices and quality seems to be slipping. read more

Bar a street or two off the beaten path in Williamsburg. Tap list is solid and doesn't seem like it has been taken over by the hipsters. If looking for good beers and a non douche/hip environment, take a peak inside. read more

I really enjoyed this bar. The beer selection was nice and it was great to have a bar with pletny of places to sit. I didn't eat any food. I would have given it a 5th star, but our waitress seemed confused and tired. I felt bad for her. Also, it was dark as anything. Oh goodness. Hey, read our menu WITH NO LIGHT. Lastly, if you have a pub that has many many craft beers available, a written menu for all the beers is a good idea, not just the one you're pushing because it's the "special" one. read more

Constant solid rotation of beers. I have been able to try a lot of great and unusual ones here, The service is top notch . The food is average but hits the spot paired with the beer. The pinball and the patio are the cherries on top! If you are looking for a sports game with less of a crowd, this is the place. read more

I don't want to sound a little hyperbolic or anything, but this is my favorite bar in the world. 30 taps that rotate, big fresh Imperial Pints, dark wooden walls that glow with the reflection of the polished brass rails... You can never have just one at Mugs. The bartenders are not only friendly and knowledgeable on the topic of beer, they never mind letting you taste something if you have a hankering. The food isn't sensational, but it's pretty darn good for softening those heavy pints. Go during the day. It's not crowded, just the world's nicest regulars, Turner Classic Movies playing in the corner, and folks reading their newspapers and books. That and the best beer in the boroughs makes this my second home. read more

This is a good spot to find rare beers and chow down on burgers and fries. The food is good and well priced. The bar maids dont know much about beer but they are friendly and get your order right. I am a beer guy so the place is definetly a great beer spot,but during the early summer days they dont want to put on the A/C and it gets Muggy at Mugs. The flys are a problem, especially when you see them chillin on your burger. All in all, if you can swat a fly and wait until the July for cool air this place is worth it. Don't forget that you will not spend much here so not a bad date spot. read more

Proud to call this place my local. Great selection of beer on tap and in the bottle. Always fresh can't recall ever being served a bad pint. I don't think there is anywhere else in the 5 boroughs that serves such quality suds in an imperial (20 oz.) pint for $6. Food is standard pub fare that is reasonably priced. Specials changed daily. What I like best is the laid back vibe and lack of hipster attitude that infects so many bars in the neighborhood. I think their bartenders do a fine job of staying informed of the large choice of beers. Waitstaff is friendly and efficient. The regular beer festivals are a blast. Alot of the beers are impossible to find anywhere else. read more

This place is great. Solid beer selection. Awesome wings. Good vibes... read more

Good old fashioned pub that will allow for some great tasting beers and (apparently new!) lunch! Though I saw on the lunch menu that a soft pretzel was $8.50. I sure hope that's a typo or that you get 5 big soft pretzels bc otherwise WOWZA! That's an expensive pretzel! In any case, the beer list was good and the bartender was very helpful in determining what we all wanted based on what we tended to like. We tried a few and settled on some delicious choices. It's a solid pub. Big, nice open windows when the weather is fine, space for groups, tv's for the big game and a good sized bar to belly up to! It's easy to lose an afternoon/day here so beware. read more

There are two pinball machines in the front- currently it is Wrestlemania and the Hobbit. Incredibly well maintained. The food is pretty yum, too. Be sure to look at the daily specials on the wall. Often times you can find very similar choices from the menu for a buck or two cheaper. read more

Very reasonably priced food and a great beer selection. The food was pretty generic bar food but while the spinach quesadillas were surprisingly flavorful, the potato skins weren't worth it. All burgers come with a heap of fries which make them a deal. The beers are what will jack up your tab. Bottled beer menu covers PAGES in the menu while the beers on tap are posted on chalk boards on the wall and rotate with some frequency. If you're tired with the normal 6 beers on tap in the area, try this bar! Our service wasn't as bad as other yelpers have complained about (I would argue our waitress was slightly too attentive) but it was early (7-9pm) on a Saturday. She was nice enough and kept coming over to check if we needed anything else. read more

Honestly this is a 4 and a half star bar... but seeing as it's one of the only spots in Williamsburg with a couple TVs and being a sports fan without cable TV I love a bar with some ESPN (College basketball: Big Monday). The fact that they have a bunch of good microbrew on tap (most are 6 dollars for a 20 ounce "imperial" pint) doesn't hurt either. Burgers (6.50-8 bucks with fries included) are an absolute steal. It's a bar, so foodwise the nachos and wings are also pretty solid suggestions. Rasta Rye is a solid beer I'd recommend that is usually on tap. A rotating cask beer selection is a solid addition to this beercentric bar. Finally, the fact they have a pinball machine on top of all this is why I'd say it's a great bar, even though some people fault it's lack of ambiance... *I feel a need to address some issues some have bought up with speed of service, simply put I've never had any issues with it. Just last Monday I came in at 7:30 and had a chicken sandwich and a beer and was out the door full and satisfied at 8 on the dot. I guess it's slow compared to McDonalds... but whatever... read more

Growing up in the beer wasteland that was early Bensonhurst/ Bay ridge was a challange back in the day. I stumbled upon this beer Mecca a long time ago by accident and have never deserted it. Besides the best selection of serious micros around. This place is like a beer university. There is a certain, Aura that no other bar possesses. It is usually the perfect blend of young and old. You get a 20 oz. pour for a fair price of high alcohol nectar. There is a constant rotation with many events that spark the selection. Just go. read more

Probably my favorite bar ever. The beer selection one of the best in the neighborhood with very reasonable prices. Jon the bartender is super-friendly and chill. Taking 1 star off since they recently stopped serving food - we used to eat there once a week. read more

the best burger I had eaten in williamsburg brooklyn , nice medium rare love it read more

I've been on the search for a new local spot and I'm so glad I've found it. Just happened upon Mugs while I was passing by and decided to stop in. Chatted with Andrew the bartender about a daft I may like and he nailed the recommendation, which is pretty great considering there are over 40 on tap at any given time (Upper Pass Move On Up, Milk Stout). The burger was delicious and cooked to the exact doneness as requested and the fries transported me to my dad's kitchen when he'd make me fresh cut french fries. Great atmosphere, surprising prices considering the location, and 10/10 food. A 5 star rating is well-deserved. read more

Mugs is fantastic. Great beer, great music, solid food, very friendly bartenders, easy to get seats ... A perfect pub. Often have beer events worth going to even if you live far away. Highly recommended. read more

Burgers in the 'Berg (Williamsburg): The Place: OK...the beer's at this place are second to none...that's a given! They have a HUGE assortment of all kinds of beer's (micro's, domestic, foreign, wheat, stouts, lagers, you name it...) However, the burger was extremely LAME! The atmosphere is fun for a large group of friends, and the jukebox is pretty awesome. All night Rush, The Clash, The Police, and Cheap Trick and many other greaties from the 80's were playing. The Burger/Service: What can I say...we waited over 1 hour for our food. Which I didnt mind because I had two 20oz beer's in front me. But this is a warning for anyone who is going there just to eat....don't do it! Our waitress was very nice and kept up with our drink orders. The burger was shitty. I ordered the "Williamsburger" - Medium Rare, Chedder Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Sauteed Mushrooms and (YUM) Bar-B-Q Sauce. However, the sauce was thin, runny and tasteless. In addition, the burger meat was dry and looked like the kind of meat you'd get from a high school cafeteria. All in all, it had no taste and did not create an explosion of any kind in my taste buds. read more

One of the only sports bars that I ever drink at. Yeah, I pretty much despise sports bars, but Mugs is one of the few exceptions. The reason is their unwavering commitment to supporting microbreweries and handcrafted beer. Mugs is at the forefront of the microbrewery movement and definitely one of the good guys. They always have an amazing selection of beer. Exotic, seasonal, esoteric beer that you won't find elsewhere. It's still a sports bar though and you're going to get the spots bar type of crowd and greasy food. All the good beer makes up for it though. read more

Tasty food, & beer with great service! I've been going to Mugs at least once a month for the past 20 years, and though the neighborhood has changed, the value of what you get at Mugs has not. A down to earth, very affordable, regular food menu, coupled with some tasty specials make Mugs Ale House a great stop for food and beer. They have 30 taps of craft beers, 2 cask hand-pumps, and bottle list of approximately 150 carefully chosen, and hard to find selections. The bar & wait staff are pleasant, knowledgeable, and very eager to please. Mugs has neighborhood friendly vibe throughout! read more

Real ale (cask ale). GREAT selection of scotch. Super barmaid, Liza. Perfect. PS: Pub looks closed when it may be open. Try the door. read more

Great local bar. Great food. Great bar staff, Andy and Chris are bloody legends. Good value for money, killer selection of beers.

Just moved to the hood from the west coast and Mugs was one of the first places I hit up for the beer. Came here last night and love the atmosphere. Although the place was pretty dead, I got to chatting with one of the waitresses, Lauren, and got some inside on all the beers they had on draft, as well as some local surf spots!! After giving me the run down on te beer fest drafts they had up (which were super strong in abv) she got me hooked on the Bear Republic Double Rocket. And go figure I'm from Cali so it was nice to have a taste of home. all in all prices are very reasonable probably the cheapest in the area, service was very friendly, and the bartender looks like Mick Jagger! Love it! Definitley raving to friends about this place. read more

No longer sells food Nearly empty on a weekend- just a few people at the bar who looked like they had been there way too long. Few people eating pizza they brought in with them. read more

I used to love Mugs - it was a friendly, no-frills place with great staff and great beer and ok food. I spent tons of Friday nights and plenty of summer Sunday afternoons hanging out. Lately though, it seems like there's been a bunch of staff turnover (Heidi and Cristina and now Scott!) and the food is pretty unremarkable. I miss the local vibe this place used to have, and it's not really on my list of places to hang out anymore. There are better options on Bedford these days. read more