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| - I'm being generous because I haven't had the food at Brooklyn yet. The first time I went to Brooklyn, a friend was hosting an open mic, with musicians set up in the front of the place near the stairs to the bathroom. The musicians were great, but the majority of the crowd just talked right over it, and half of them didn't even know there was a performance going on. To be fair, Brooklyn isn't set up for music, even though the owners would like to think so (as I've read from articles pre-opening), and their concept for the bar is supposed to have come from classic rock. I hadn't been back to Brooklyn since the fall, but went back a couple nights ago and noticed a few more rock-ish elements had been added. Still, it has a long way to go if they want to survive the hipster strip. It's missing the authenticity.
It's a narrow space, with gorgeous high ceilings, and great lighting, except for the blue-ish Christmas lights that adorn the back booth space. The bartenders are wonderfully friendly, and the draught selection is very original. It's a great place to grab a drink by yourself. You can always count on the bartender to welcome you like you're a regular.
They have a great downstairs room, which I would like to see utilized more. Maybe, move the live music down there? Make it a super-intimate, couch-chillin' sort of jam/performance space. Otherwise, I love the warmth of the place, and the owners/staff. I keep meaning to get there for Sunday brunch. Would love to hear others' experiences.
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