Putnam's Pub & Cooker
Pub and American Restaurant$$$$
Clinton Hill, Brooklyn
"Check out our new party room and happy hour specials!"(6 Tips)
"Tasty delived eggs, fried oysters, and great cocktails."(13 Tips)
"... the brussel sprouts, devils on horseback, oysters, or wings. Everything on the menu..."(2 Tips)
"... specials are great - cheeseburger spring rolls, black pepper shrimp, and oysters were a..."(2 Tips)
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Excellent celebration location. Food could be a tad bit better. Overall this is a great place for events. Dance club and bar in the basement restaurant above. Outdoor seating.
TIL the name comes from Fort Putnam, a revolutionary war fort (today we know it as Fort Greene Park). It was named after George Washington’s chief engineer Colonel Rufus Putnam. 🌠- Happy hour specials: get the brussel sprouts, devils on horseback, oysters, or wings. Everything on the menu is good, though. Lots of fantastic brews and bites. Fun trivia on Wednesday nights!
Behrad EatsOctober 23, 2017The Devils On Horseback is proper pub grub: fried oysters on deviled eggs with spicy aioli.
- CarolynSeptember 26, 2015The happy hour specials are great - cheeseburger spring rolls, black pepper shrimp, and oysters were a hit - plus the mac & cheese app was delicious.
Carlo DiegoJuly 10, 2013Great food all around. Awesome selection of drafts and Scotch/Whiskeys, and the service is on point! Favorites: 60 Min IPA, S&P Shrimp, and Bangers N Mash.
truffle mac and cheese, the burger, seasonal salad - perfect neighborhood spot for late weeknight dinner or beautiful spring afternoon outside
Holly MooreFebruary 9, 2018Really mediocre brunch. Badly cooked friend eggs and cold coffee. The space is nice, so I could see it as being a good place to watch the game, but I would come with a full belly.
SaraApril 20, 2013They play The The and The Police and Van Morrison (and other wonderful bands). The service is hit/miss and the food prices aren't excellent but the food, drinks, and atmosphere are excellent!- Entire menu is delicious & amazing; small to large portions, be sure to ask the friendly, knowledgable staff for a rec. Extensive beer list!
Emily SoukasAugust 23, 2017Entire menu is labeled with #gf items. #vegan items spelled out as well! So many choices!
Kiki BecklesMarch 16, 2016What a fantastic place!!! Great food, great atmosphere, great cocktails!!! Oh and let's not forget great music!- putnam's unplugged - live music every sunday 8-10pm - open mic and three featured artists - drink specials
Every Thursday Night in the downstairs lounge starting at 9pm you will find the hottest party in Brooklyn for a Thursday!! Drink Specials and COOL DJs!!
DiggsFebruary 2, 2013Great atmosphere, the portions appear small but are more than filling, great private bar in the basement, this place is just awesome all around
Bar trivia on Tuesdays--$100 first prize. Great beer selection and plenty of ciders and craft beer.- chicken biscuit - deep fried chicken thigh with sausage gravy on a biscuit with a green salad
The shrimp po' boy is bonkers. Salt 'n pepper shrimp on a po' boy roll with all the fixins. Huge and delicious.
Devils on Horse back EVERY time! Staff are lovely. Great place for snack and drinks or a group dinner- chicken liver mousse with toast, fig jam, and a bunch of tiny pickles
Troy is super nice. Really accommodating and friendly. Bought my buddy a few beers when the kitchen had grill problems. And the bar top is huge and great for parking.
caesar salad has a lot of dressing on it, but in a really good way. shepherd's pie is meaty/beyond delish.
Gianna NebbiaDecember 10, 2017Cozy spot with great food, quality ingredients, extensive beer and wine list
So glad they reopened so soon after smoke/water damage. The food and drinks are still solid!- trivia night wednesdays at 8:30pm - $100 gift certificate for first place
Marie La RueFebruary 3, 2020Lively locals pub. Menu has all the classics and they’re nicely executed.- cheeseburger spring rolls served with ketchup and spicy mustard
Brunch burger is my go to burger. Biscuits are buttery deliciousness. Short Rib Hash is a standout.
Martin Svitek (karmakitchen.de)November 13, 2013Nice atmosphere, very friendly stuff and tasty beer. Live music at the weekend.
Putnams PubJanuary 24, 2013Bar & Restaurant located on the border of Clinton Hill and Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY. Lunch, Brunch, Dinner and more!- Mussels are an awesome value. Resist eating the toast right away though, save for later to soak up the amazing broth.
- Wesley VerhoeveFebruary 26, 2012Very nice staff, but brunch food itself was so-so and I'll be just going back to Maggie Brown down the street per usual. Putnam is more roomie tho, in case you are having a meeting or bigger group.
Go to the secret lounge downstairs and ask for the vegetarian chili, you won't regret it.
Awesome neighborhood joint. The burger is legit. You're gonna need an extra napkin.
Pork ribs hash was fantastic. Service slightly slow but worth it.
Trick is to get the raw oysters on happy hour special! Then it's easier to justify the full dozen!- Downstairs Lounge recently opened. Amazing space. Absolutely nothing like it in the area.
AndreaAugust 21, 2011Padma review: Good oysters, chicken liver and wine. Burger overcooked and they need to invest in real napkins. Overall very good for a new spot.
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- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–4:00 AM
- Sat–Sun
- 10:00 AM–4:00 AM
(347) 799-2382
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