Monastery-themed bar in the East Village. Famous for its enforced quiet ambiance & extensive Belgian/German beer selection.
Sonal Shah reviews Burp Castle, an East Village bar with a monastery theme and a strong emphasis on quiet ambiance, perfect for savoring Belgian and German brews.
This East Village establishment offers a truly unique drinking experience, channeling a monastery theme complete with "Please Whisper" signs and murals of monks. It's a haven for those seeking a quiet atmosphere to savor a wide selection of Belgian and German beers, and even mead. The bar enforces its tranquil ambiance, making it a distinctive spot for a peaceful pint.
Primarily a beer bar with a notable selection of Belgian and German brews, and mead. While not a food-centric establishment, the focus is on the beverage experience. Some customers have specifically noted the mead as being particularly good.
"The mead is specifically mentioned as being 'yummy' and is a recommended item for patrons to try."
Customers generally appreciate the unique, quiet atmosphere and extensive beer list. The bar's policy of enforcing quiet is a notable aspect of the experience.
Important Note
The bar strictly enforces a quiet atmosphere, and it has become significantly busier and potentially less conducive to reading due to social media popularity. Chairs at the bar have also been noted as potentially rickety.
"While Burp Castle is a good recommendation, the user notes that the chairs, at least at the bar, are rickety and potentially dangerous."
Neutral"In the past, it was possible to read at Burp Castle at night, but it has become too popular due to TikTok and is now just a bar."
Negative"A humorous comment referencing the 'Brewist monks' sign formerly displayed at Burp Castle."
Neutral"This user mentioned using a book light for reading in the dim lighting."
Neutral"This user reiterates their enjoyment of Burp Castle."
Positive"This user expresses fondness for Burp Castle."
Positive"While the bar is busy during normal drinking hours and not ideal for reading, people have been observed reading at Burp Castle."
Neutral"This user inquires about the lighting conditions in Burp Castle, as they find it too dim for reading."
Neutral"This user also recommends Burp Castle."
Positive"This bar in the East Village has a unique monastery theme and enforces a no-talking policy, making it suitable for reading."
Positive"In contrast to loud places, Burp Castle is mentioned as a place where one can only whisper."
Neutral"In contrast to loud places, Burp Castle is mentioned as a place where one can only whisper."
Neutral"This commenter suggested Burp Castle as a place with great craft beer, specifically mentioning it is located on East 7th Street."
Positive"This restaurant is listed as a place with good beer options."
Neutral"This establishment is known for its great tap list. It is designed to be a very calm bar, with staff quieting patrons who speak too loudly."
Positive"A commenter suggested Burp Castle as a quiet bar option for a break, noting its expensive, mostly European beers and atmosphere conducive to conversation. They advised patrons to respect the quiet nature of the bar."
Positive"Recommends Burp Castle, adding that the mead is yummy."
Positive"Includes Burp Castle in a list of general recommendations for the East Village."
Positive"Recommends Burp Castle as a unique beer pub famous for shushing loud customers, with a good Belgian beer menu."
Positive"A commenter suggests adding Burp Castle to the list if the original poster doesn't mind beer bars."
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