Bar Brief: Northern Bell

A trendy whisky bar serving southern-inspired BBQ food. Want?

Not too many whiskies, but a good selection.

• Location: Williamsburg
• Designation: BBQ/Whisky bar
• Whiskey selection: >40, well cultivated with a good selection of Irish & Japanese
• Reasonable prices

Different glasses for different whiskies.

The hospitable staff here will gladly pour you a dram from one of their many whiskies to go along with their southern BBQ inspired menu. The availability of 1 or 2 ounce pours of everything allows you to get a simple taste or double down on your choice. Plus flights!

The bar!

A saloon style bar, barn-style sliding doors, and lots of tile feel like rustic-meets-subway with tables and booths in the back. Dim lighting and classic rock create the ideal ambiance for either the BBQ or whisky. A single TV over the bar was playing the Rangers game for those who like to sport.

Good selection, classy digs, good prices and friendly staff make Northern Bell stand out in Williamsburg.

Rating: recommend x3

"This place is all of the awesome. Definitely will try the food next time as well." - Greg 

"They say they take whisky seriously, and I believe them. Also, I like free drinks. Hint hint hint." - Quinn

"'We're primarily a whiskey bar,' they said.  DAMN STRAIGHT." - Evan

Website:  http://www.northernbellny.com/
Yelp:  http://www.yelp.com/biz/northern-bell-brooklyn
Go to there:  Northern Bell, 612 Metropolitan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY