Always a great place to start or end the night. This is one of my fav bars on Franklin in the sea of many bars. They have a great selection of alcohol, attentive bartenders, and great music. They have a large bar area for seating and several tables for larger parties as well. They do have a patio that is open during the better run During the weekend they sometimes have a live DJ which provides you with awesome tunes. I recently dropped in and the bartender, Monica, was awesome as well! read more

I just moved to the hood and stopped in for a beer on my way home on a Tuesday. It was pretty dead but the bartender seemed to have a bit of an attitude - I get it, guys alone at a bar on weeknights usually mean you're going to get hit on, I know, I used to bartend, but to assume makes an... well, you know. Atmosphere seems fine, but maybe a little holier-than-thou. They're a pioneer in the area and I wanted to love it because I'm also kind of alone in this area, but I didn't find the kinship I was seeking, so, I dunno... It was fine I guess...? read more

Great spot to grab a drink. Idk if I was in the make out section or not but every couple who sat across from me was making out in the dimly lit corner lol No complaints though, just means it's a great intimate setting! Nice whiskey selection and great prices. Was packed on a Thursday night, I'm talking like 4 deep at the bar. Fun, lively crowd by the bar and couples were coupled in the booths. I heard they have an outdoor area, I'm excited to return during better weather and check it out. My only concern was the lack of a busser or anyone to clean tables from customers who were already gone. Half way through my visit the staff did get better about it. read more

I came here for a lazy weekend afternoon with some friends one day and had a marvelous time. It was just just warm enough to lounge outside, and my friends and I managed to have too many drinks over the course of several hours because the bartender was nice and made delicious drinks. read more

This is my new neighborhood bar. It's not anything worth travelling to, but if you live nearby, you can drink for cheap in a clean and cozy establishment. It gets super busy and crowded at night and on weekends (but doesn't any bar worth going to?). The Happy Hour goes until 8 (nice!) and includes $4 drafts of entirely respectable craft beers that do seem to rotate occasionally. They have another list of beers that are not on special, and I think wine is only $4 (or maybe $5) during happy hour also. Service is quick and friendly and there's a totally decent patio in the back. read more

When my friend told me to meet up here, I was like, "why we goin to a hotel?!" I went on Labor Day and the crowd was ample and the music was bumpin. The drinks were strong and affordable. It's not a roomy bar, but they do have a really nice back deck area, with a lot of seating options, even a separate smoking section (which nobody was respecting). Unfortunately being as it was a Monday the outdoor area closed at 11pm. I would have loved to stay a bit longer and look forward to coming back! read more

i like crown inn. god knows i do. but is it one of my faves? nah... and i don't exactly know why...i mean. the specialty cocktails are tasty. the bartenders are rad and take great care of you. it's a beautiful space, they play great music...what could be wrong? i don't know! but it's off...i only live a block away, but the likelihood that it would be my first choice for a late night bevvy is low to the flo' for now i suppose i'll say i'm not really down with the crowd... read more

The Crown Inn is a neighborhood bar crowd pleaser. Intimate atmosphere, attentive bartenders, and reasonable prices. Can get a little crowded with narrow space around the bar and bathrooms. Only wish the backyard space didn't close early. Still recommend! read more

A more upscale addition to the neighborhood. The inside is beautiful, the bartender was friendly and the music was good. I had an amazing Bloody Mary here; which is not something I say lightly. One star off because the prices are high enough (particularly in this neighborhood) that I'll visit less frequently. That being said, $9 for a Bloody Mary in a pint glass with a stalk of celery and a big olive isn't outrageous; I'll be back for more. read more

Really great local spot...It's a perfect place to meet friends but also one of the few bars I'd feel comfortable showing up by myself to. Best nights are definitely weeknights... read more

I've been coming here for years. I've come on dates, with friends and if it were closer to my apartment, is also come solo. The prices are great and their beer selection is plentiful. I've also had some decent mixed drinks here too. The crowd is generally diverse and the vibes are good. Plus, when it's warm out, the backyard is a nice look. read more

Interesting little neighborhood bar. Great vibe and friendly bartenders. They have all the national favorite spirits stocked and some locally sourced options like Widow Jane. Not a huge beer drinker bt thwre are always some interestjng IPA selectiikns on tap. There's no TV so you won't confuse it for a sports bar but lots of private little tables for having an intimate conversation or meeting. read more

Went here on two different occasions. Both times I really enjoyed myself. The bartenders were very helpful with new selections in opening up my palate. The crowd was really young after work type of crowd. It did get kind of loud after maybe an hour when people became a little bit more inebriated. They have some great signature drinks to try and I think some of them are actually seasonal as well as on tap. Their drink prices can range from $10-$15. It can be a little pricey but worth it for a good atmosphere and great company. I'm not sure if like other bars in the area they allow for you to deliver food, I highly doubt it because it gets pretty crowded and there's not a lot of table space. I would gladly go back in the near future. And they might want to look into getting a happy hour. read more

This place is a favorite of mine. It's right around the corner from my apartment so it's super convenient. But more than that it's a cozy friendly place I can take anyone. The bartenders are all friendly and I really enjoy the backyard. read more

Had a great time here last night. Great looking space, convivial atmosphere. Two bartendresses, one spot on fantastic and the other totally out to lunch but so sweet you had to laugh. They are now serving sandwiches which were excellent. I'd go back. read more

The bartender WOLF makes it worth coming! He shows warmth and respect to all who come. Stand up dude right here and great bartender! This place has a chill atmosphere with great staff. Highly recommend! read more

Great bar, with room to chill with friends in the booths in the rear, or meet new people on the stools in the front. If you go early enough, you can actually have a civilized drink. Lots of locals and regulars. Decent drafts and a good happy hour. Oh and sandwiches if you need to nosh.... what more can a girl ask for in a bar? read more

Local watering hole for us, and it's a good one. Great Happy Hour ($4 beers, excluding a couple fancier ones, but including plenty of nice craft ones), and I don't tend to wait very long to get served. Not pretentious, but not too hipster, and I know that because once I tried to use my credit card for a couple HH beers (no luck, ten dollar minimum), but bartender didn't want to murder me. He actually split a beer for us into two half-pints--his suggestion--and was in fine spirits about it. Having a BBQ joint (solid, but not mind-blowing) is a nice perk. Good patio when it's nice out, except there's this weird heater/air conditioning unit thing that blasts one of the tables, so don't sit there. read more

Came here for a happy hour on a Friday and had a great time. Loved the patio is the back but u must say it's a bit small and the smoking section is way too big. Overall great service, everyone was friendly and they been allowed us to have our pizza delivered there and we ate it outside. Would I go back? Probably if I'm in the area. read more

Great "go-to" bar in the area. Have been here several times. The music is great. Casual environment. Great place to grab a drink while waiting for a table at mayfield or another restaurant close by. read more

Great little bar with a pretty decent craft beer selection (which is generally what I look for). Met up with some friends here to have some drinks and we had a great time. The patio in the back was really nice and well set up...but it happened to get pretty cold that night so we had to head back inside. Luckily we managed to score a table inside. Even the other patrons are really friendly...we started chatting it up with one dude at the bar and he ended up buying us a round of shots. Good bar, great ambiance, great beer and friendly people...can't really ask for more. read more

Decent local casual bar. This definitely isn't the place to go if you're looking to get a fancy cocktail, but is the place to go if you're looking for a gin and tonic or beer. It gets super busy in here on weekend nights, so expect that you may or may not have to stand. read more

This place has a good vibe going, especially on a weekday but I had two major issues with this place the night I went, which colored my ability to give this place the dope review it deserves. The music was just way too freaking loud - I was either shouting or like breathing into my friend's ear the whole time just so we could have a conversation. Then the bartenders were intermittently making drinks that were either way too strong or way too watered down - there was no in between. It's unfortunate because the ambiance here is really chill and the outdoor space is really nice. read more

I would give this 3.5 stars rather than 3 stars. I think it is a new bar, with a mixed crowd, a nice dark bar and good options for drinks. There is a cheap draft beer option that is $4 i think and it actually tastes good. There are big booths in the back and it looks like you can bring food with you. The only thing I didn't like, was most of the music they played. It wasn't horrible, but I definitely remember thinking, "oooh, this song is crap." I am guessing though, that the music changes a lot so I would go again if I was in the area. read more

Had a great Saturday night here. Fun vibe, reasonable prices, diverse crowd, and just busy enough to have that perfect amount of energy without being jam-packed. The outdoor area looks great (was a bit too chilly to head out there), but they ask everyone to come inside at midnight. read more

Went here with friends last night. Great place to get some beers and interesting cocktails. I had the Plum Blossom with vodka, sake, and sparkling wine...Delish! We also had the grilled cheese with chili and chips with cilantro pesto. The food is new and they don't take credit cards yet for food (will in one week). I liked the grilled cheese and the cilantro pesto were very good. The music was great too. Some good stuff that reminded me of a middle school dance (En Vogue, Janet Jackson, etc...). read more

Crown Inn has been a lovely experience the handful of times I've been (thankfully, see my recent review of Washington Commons). I think I've found my new watering hole--and they have Bards gluten free beer, a nice alternative to the usual cider option. Very pretty on the inside, a nice patio too, and kind service. read more

Low-key, comfortable bar. Casual outside area has a feel that you're hanging out in a friend's background.

Came her on a Sunday after brunch for some drinks. Had the billionaire girls club cocktail drink and chilled with some friends at the bar. The vibe was chill and laid back, the music was not too loud so it's the perfect scene to catch up with some conversation and not feel like you're yelling over the music. Our bartender was Kevin, he was very helpful, polite, and great at conversation. Would definitely come here again. read more

Favorite spot to grab a drink in the neighborhood. Great bartenders, great crowd and they have a lovely outdoor space for when the weather's right. Prices are on point as well. Taking off one star cause I'm not a fan of the food they offer. read more

It's a cute lil hipster joint that serves great cocktails, plays great jams, and has really sweet bartenders and barbacks.

The Crown Inn is a fantastic late night spot on Franklin Ave. It always has a great selection of beer, wine, cocktails, and the crowd is diverse and interesting. It's simultaneously an intimate, classy, cultured bar to hang out with friends or meet someone. They have a nice indoor bar, and a patio in the back. read more

Great drinks! Loved trying some of their cocktails! I think this is going to be my go to neighborhood bar. Great environment that's easy for conversation but still feels full on a weeknight. New cute bartender too ;) read more

The owners did an amazing job on this place; it is beautiful! Lots of spirits from which to choose and a nice selection of suds, too. I was there only a few nights after opening and thought the place was great. Though the tenders weren't playing in the pocket quite yet, they were very friendly and I expect they'll find their groove soon enough. I only write that last part to distinguish what truly qualifies for "poor service" in this neighborhood from the service I got from both bartenders at Crown Inn. read more

alright, if there's one thing that delights me, it's having a bar to go to that is within walking distance of my house. i love you fulton grand, but i love somewhere closer more. beautiful interior - dark wood, booths, tables, bar seating, etc. the shelves of liquor behind the bar are beautifully lit, it's like glamor shots central. didn't make it to the patio, but it is also november. good selection of drafts - i ended up with a black cherry cider but that's because i had already had a few too many wines before we got here. looking forward to downing cocktails here and to the forthcoming grilled cheese! see you soon, crown inn. read more

First of all, lets be real, this is Crown Heights, and thats nothing to be ashamed of. I prefer this place to Franklin Park as its usually less packed, and happy hours til 8 on weekends doesn't hurt either. Cheap, friendly bar staff, good drafts, lots of tables...what else do you need? read more

I had a grew time here last night. The staff was friendly and attentive. The music was good. I don't know what else to say except it was just a good place to be. read more

Really into this place. The drinks aren't expensive and they're mixed well. I had a whiskey ginger with lime and a hot toddy, which was delicious and pretty-- they put cloves in the lemon slice and had a whole cinnamon stick in there, which I ended up using as a straw ;). The bartenders were really nice and fast. They also played great music, even though it was a little loud. The lighting is pretty, and dark, but it works for the atmosphere. An overwhelming percentage of the patrons I saw there were on dates. read more

This bar is everything wonderful that is bars - it's got that dive feel from the outside, a great bartender who knows her stuff, good cocktails, good beers on tap, and great happy hour deals. The ambience is relaxing with woodwork surrounding everything and a big window in front. I saw some cozy tables in the back also. This place is definitely worth a drink or 4. You won't regret it. read more

It's a nice upscale little bar on Frankln. The fact that there are people who go to a place with fancy cocktails and call it a little neighborhood joint shows how the neighborhood has changed. But it is warm and welcoming and the drinks are yum. read more