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The Gibson

The Gibson

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Williamsburg, Brooklyn
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7.6/10
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    Sam S.
    "$7 for a delicious Pulled Pork Sandwich, ask for Jason"(4 Tips)
    John E R.
    "Great selection of ryes and bourbons"(2 Tips)
    Julia S.
    "Tacos on Tuesdays and pulled pork on Fridays!"(2 Tips)
    Annie A.
    "Awesome casual place."(7 Tips)
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  • DoubleDeuce
    DoubleDeuceDecember 14, 2014
    I snagged an early afternoon drink here and was pleasantly surprised with the friendliness of the staff & the enormity of the place. Seating seemed limited, so you might need to be prepared to stand.
  • Joshua R.
    Joshua RohrlachSeptember 1, 2014
    Cool little bar. Awesome outdoor area out the back with cheap food on the BBQ / Grill and sweet tunes! Great to spend a couple hours on a warm afternoon with a few beers!
  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupJune 24, 2011
    Cozy and laid back bar that never gets too crowded. Play some Wii, have a lobster roll on Wednesday or a pull pork sandwich on Friday.
  • Pat G.heart icon on user image
    Pat GambleAugust 13, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    The people are great here. Especially the bartenders. They have a nice patio that's open until 11 and show a couple games at once on big projectors if you are looking to watch sports.
  • Nik A.
    Nik AndresenSeptember 8, 2012
    Nice bar I went to after a visit to the Brooklyn Brewery. My travels southward had been centered on touring the great vaults of The Brewery, however my luck forsake me. Fortunately, I fell upon gibson
  • Naomi T.heart icon on user image
    Naomi T.January 7, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    There's nothing spectacular about this place but, I've been coming here since triple crown days and it's never done me wrong. The bartender made a surprisingly great dirty vodka martini.
  • Ben G.heart icon on user image
    Ben GaspariniAugust 28, 2016
    Cool spots, cool brews. Enjoy the simple food out back grilled on the BBQ during the summer.
  • allison
    allisonAugust 24, 2014
    Chill on the outside patio on a nice day and grab a dog, brat, or burger from the grill.
  • Annie A.heart icon on user image
    Annie AlfstadMay 12, 2015
    Love this place. Outdoor seating + open windows. Awesome casual place.
  • Lauren R.
    Lauren RomaoJuly 24, 2015
    Dark and stormy slushy? Rum floater on top? When the bartender doesn't have to do all the work and its right outta the machine..SOLD
  • Justin M.heart icon on user image
    Justin MascioJanuary 6, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Great darts in the back, fun window seating for Bedford watching.
  • Gaby
    GabySeptember 2, 2013
    Chill bar. Bring your friends, some games, even your dog. Enjoy some good indie music & drink some booze.
  • Jake R.heart icon on user image
    Jake RoperJuly 10, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Also, the pulled pork sandwiches on Friday melted my face. So good.
    Upvoted Sep 6
  • Henrikheart icon on user image
    HenrikJuly 27, 2017
    Very laid back pub with a nice beergarden. Lovely.
  • Jason D.heart icon on user image
    Jason DennyApril 8, 2016
    Pulled pork sando and a Bloody Mary. So so good!
  • Danny T.heart icon on user image
    Danny TrejoAugust 9, 2015
    Great place to have a drink with friends and start a foosball tournament.
  • Maxwell F.heart icon on user image
    Maxwell FoxmanDecember 23, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    For a low key place, they have a great selection of craft beers.
  • Frank D.heart icon on user image
    Frank DieboldOctober 5, 2014
    two projectors on sunday, sit by windows when open. relaxed spot
  • Pia F.heart icon on user image
    Pia FouillouxDecember 17, 2015
    super nice atmosphere and they close before 4 am!
  • Daniela A.heart icon on user image
    Daniela AsaroJune 10, 2013
    Kind of a fratty vibe but who the hell gives a hoot when they have all my favorite ryes including Redemption.
  • Alyxa L.
    Alyxa LeaseAugust 7, 2014
    Sit by the window for some classic williamsburg tourist watching
  • Jose G.heart icon on user image
    Jose GonzalezMarch 4, 2016
    Great backyard and friendly bartenders.
  • Arnaud R.heart icon on user image
    Arnaud RéautéJune 27, 2016
    Good beer and very agreable during summer
  • Jesse A.heart icon on user image
    Jesse AtkinsonAugust 28, 2017
    Cocktails are solid. Not pretentious. Good music.
  • Lears F.heart icon on user image
    Lears FoolSeptember 30, 2015
    Outside patio and plenty of whiskey
  • Jordan G.
    Jordan GarciaJuly 28, 2022
    I was hassled for a tip by one of the bartenders at this place. The lady went outside and followed me to give her a tip after ordering 1 drink ( it wasnt even her that made my drink). Embarrassing
  • Suri R.heart icon on user image
    Suri RSeptember 5, 2013
    Dog friendly, zero pretension, projectors for major sporting events.
  • ReALTO
    ReALTOFebruary 17, 2012
    Come on thursday or friday for the pulled pork and mac & cheese
  • Alex K.
    Alex KeslingAugust 16, 2014
    Sports on the projectors, not a terrible beer selection, darts. You can make your own decisions.
  • Amber N.
    Amber NagleMarch 8, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Eh, if you're in the mood for pickle back shots head to the whiskey brooklyn instead. Too spicy.
  • Bennett
    BennettAugust 23, 2014
    Great beers and atmosphere!
  • Joe A.
    Joe ArgentoSeptember 7, 2014
    This is by far the best bar in Brooklyn
  • John E R.heart icon on user image
    John E RockSeptember 20, 2013
    Great selection of ryes and bourbons
  • Taryn P.
    Taryn PisaneschiJune 6, 2010
    Loving the music here- depeche mode, inxs and 80s and 90s. Excellent vibe and great breeze.
  • Robby S.
    Robby SnitkofJune 5, 2010
    Grab a drink and head to the backyard patio. Hamburgers, hotdogs, and sausages on the grill for cheap!
  • Ana Marieheart icon on user image
    Ana MarieMay 12, 2015
    Great for weekends meetings
  • Phil T.
    Phil TorontoJanuary 8, 2012
    I haven't had a better Bloody Mary. Try it.
  • Sam S.
    Sam StuartOctober 15, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    $7 for a delicious Pulled Pork Sandwich, ask for Jason
  • steve l.
    steve lastoeSeptember 29, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    Have the pulled pork on Friday and put down your bets on which Robot is next!
  • Jake R.heart icon on user image
    Jake RoperJuly 3, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Cheap beer, cheap women, bad music, and kick those damn kids off the foosball table.
    Upvoted Sep 6
  • Brooklyn B.
    Brooklyn BasedMarch 26, 2011
    Huge selection of ryes here -- taste them all and compare.
  • Antonio C.
    Antonio CFebruary 15, 2013
    it was very nice place at the Gibson..
  • Melissa P.heart icon on user image
    Melissa PAugust 14, 2015
    They allow dogs!
  • Amalia H.
    Amalia HohbergerJune 8, 2011
    Wednesday nights 3 for $10 lobster rolls in the backyard
  • Joey P.
    Joey PfeiferAugust 6, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    I recommend the alcohol
  • Saif D.heart icon on user image
    Saif DiaFebruary 9, 2016
    Garden out back
  • Alex
    AlexMay 28, 2012
    The bartender will cure your hiccups.
  • Julia S.
    Julia SloanJuly 6, 2010
    Tacos on Tuesdays and pulled pork on Fridays! AMAZING!!
  • Pete L.
    Pete LevinJuly 21, 2012
    Buy one jerk, get one free
  • Kevin C.
    Kevin ClarkMarch 22, 2015
    Errrthang. .
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