Brooklyn's Hidden Speakeasies

Brooklyn doesn't play by the rules. While everyone else is flaunting their rooftop bars, BK's keeping its dopest spots on the DL. We're talkin' speakeasies – those low-key havens where the ambiance is just right and the cocktails hit different. If you're about that life, peep this list of the top 3 joints to unwind in Brooklyn.

1) Le Boudoir - Where BK Meets Versailles

Overview

Step into a chapter of French history, minus the plane ticket. Le Boudoir’s decadence is inspired by Marie Antoinette, but its soul? Pure Brooklyn.

Why It's Lit

Between the velvet drapes and chandeliers, you've got cocktails that meld history with innovation. It's like a mini escape to Paris, right in the heart of BK.

Pro Move

Dive into their "Queen's Decree" cocktail. Sweet, strong, and just the right kind of dangerous.

📍A secret spot beneath Brooklyn Heights. Good luck.

2) Sunken Harbor

Overview
Step into the mysterious world of Sunken Harbor Club, a speakeasy with a nautical twist that’s part tiki bar, part maritime fantasy. Located above the historic Gage & Tollner in Downtown Brooklyn, it feels like a sea captain’s hidden lair with a touch of the tropics.

Why It's Lit
With dark corners, nautical artifacts, and a cocktail menu inspired by the ocean’s depths, Sunken Harbor is more than just a bar—it’s an adventure. You’re not just in Brooklyn; you’re somewhere beyond the shore.

Pro Move
Try something from "The Abyss" section of the menu for a bold, unforgettable drink with plenty of kick.

📍 Find it upstairs at Gage & Tollner in Downtown Brooklyn.

3) Barely Disfigured

Overview
Tucked away in Brooklyn's Cobble Hill neighborhood, Barely Disfigured is a seductive speakeasy that blends historical intrigue with modern allure. Occupying the site of a former "house of ill-repute," this bar draws inspiration from French surrealist poetry, creating an atmosphere that's both secretive and surreal.

Why It's Lit
With its lavish decor, intimate ambiance, and finely crafted cocktails, Barely Disfigured offers a unique escape from the everyday. The bar has become a favorite for locals and cocktail enthusiasts alike, providing a space where history and modern mixology converge.

Pro Move
Indulge in their raw bar offerings alongside a signature cocktail for a truly decadent experience. The combination of fresh seafood and expertly mixed drinks is a highlight of their menu.

📍Located at 257 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231. Look for the unassuming entrance that leads to this hidden gem.