Retro Art Deco bar w/ impeccable martinis & a killer burger. Known for its diner-casual vibe & standout frozen cosmo.
This Brooklyn establishment, a former diner reimagined as a sophisticated "bartender's bar," offers a retro Art Deco ambiance with comfortable vinyl booths. It's lauded for its exceptional martinis, crafted by knowledgeable staff, and a concise menu featuring a highly-regarded double-patty cheeseburger. The bar also boasts acclaimed battered fries and a creative frozen cosmo.
The food here focuses on elevated bar fare, with particular acclaim for its expertly crafted martinis and a notable frozen cosmo. The double-patty cheeseburger is a frequent recommendation, though some diners find it merely 'meh' or overpriced. The battered fries, which tend to stick together, are also highly praised, as are the cheese curds.
"Highly recommended dishes include the cheese curds and the LI Burger. The frozen Cosmo and other classic cocktails are also frequently praised."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, praising the expertly made cocktails and the unique diner-casual atmosphere. However, some find the burger to be average or overpriced, and the establishment can get loud and crowded during peak hours.
Important Note
Some patrons find the burger to be only average or overpriced for its quality, and the bar can become loud and crowded, leading to a rushed experience for some.
"This commenter suggests Inga's burger is superior and closer than Swoony's for a better burger experience."
Negative"This commenter criticized the burger at The Long Island Bar for having a mushy bottom bun and a pale, uncrusted patty."
Negative"This user suggested a dining strategy: have a four-course meal at Lillo's for dinner and then move to The Long Island Bar for drinks, highlighting the comparative cost-effectiveness."
Neutral"This commenter dislikes the bun used for the burger at The Long Island Bar but enjoys the martinis."
Neutral"A local resident finds the service at The Long Island Bar to be inconsistent, with newer staff sometimes ignoring regulars while prioritizing others, making the atmosphere unpredictable."
Neutral"This user expressed interest in trying the Long Island Gimlet at The Long Island Bar and added the bar to their Brooklyn list."
Positive"In response to negative comments, this user stated they would avoid The Long Island Bar for their planned early dinner."
Negative"This commenter described The Long Island Bar at night as an 'absolute finance bro shit show'."
Negative"This user mentioned that The Long Island Bar has really good champagne."
Positive"This user humorously noted seeing a bar named 'Long Island Night Cafe' while visiting Rome."
Neutral"In a discussion about value, this commenter mentioned that Henry Public used to offer a very large turkey sandwich, implying it was a better value option."
Neutral"This commenter disagreed with the 'laid back' description of The Long Island Bar, noting it was loud, crowded, and rushed during their recent visits, and found the burger to be just okay."
Neutral"This commenter highlighted the impressive bartending staff at The Long Island Bar, mentioning Toby Cecchini and Phil Ward by name."
Positive"Comparing local burgers, this user found The Long Island Bar's burger to be 'meh' for the price, suggesting Black Bull for value and Swoony's for upscale smash burgers."
Negative"This user felt the burger at The Long Island Bar was overpriced for its quality, describing the place as having dive bar vibes with bistro prices."
Negative"This user likes The Long Island Bar for its atmosphere and cheese curds, also recommending Henry Public for burgers and Elsa for cocktails."
Positive"This user felt the burger at The Long Island Bar was 'very meh' considering its price."
Negative"This user dislikes The Long Island Bar, expressing a negative sentiment towards the concept of a 'Long Island' bar located in Brooklyn."
Negative"This user enjoys The Long Island Bar and also recommends Henry Public, located across the street, for its food."
Positive"While acknowledging being very drunk, this user recalled being impressed by the hamburger at The Long Island Bar, and confirmed the cheese curds were good."
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