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Strong Place

Strong Place

(Now Closed)
Gastropub and Bar$$$$
Cobble Hill, Brooklyn
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  • Jill G.heart icon on user image
    Jill GustaferriSeptember 2, 2017
    Broiled Oysters are great. Obviously a perfect place for craft beer too! I've had almost everything on the menu at some point, all offer a creative alternative to what I originally expected.
  • Adrienne C.heart icon on user image
    Adrienne CooperFebruary 28, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Everything here is delicious. And the servers know what they're talking about, so ask them for suggestions and pairings. The rotating beer list is one of the best in the city.
  • Joseph O.
    Joseph OverbeyAugust 2, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Bad service? What the f--- are these reviewers talking about? The staff is lovely, the food is great and the bar has an exceptionally good selection of beers that are always changing. Love this place!
  • Christoffer J.
    Christoffer JakobsenJanuary 5, 2016
    Awesome selection of craft beer on both tap and bottle. Tap beers available in 3oz pours. Live music on Thursday nights. Backyard and board games!
  • Joe D.heart icon on user image
    Joe DApril 6, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Best "sports bar" around. i.e., only a couple TVs, folks passively pay attention, not a 'sports' crowd at all, never too busy, food is fantastic, and beer list is primo.
  • Basakheart icon on user image
    BasakAugust 1, 2014
    Great draft beer and dollar oysters. Lamb burger with feta cheese is a good option too. And the lovely backyard is a always nice bonus.
  • Garren K.
    Garren KatzJune 21, 2012
    Tough to beat $1 oysters at happy hour. A fine draft list too. On the negative side for me- the shucker did a 1/2 ass job, meat attached to shell on all oysters. Glasses are thick glass bottomed.
  • Compass
    CompassMay 14, 2014
    Two dozen beers on tap and a late night menu filled with sure-to-perk-you-up sides like spicy duck and fresh edamame.
  • Brian M.
    Brian MasefieldAugust 6, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Frittatas/brunch are delicious. Good beer & wine selection, and decent coffee too. Nice garden in back with "giant Jenga."
  • Sam B.heart icon on user image
    Sam BobbFebruary 26, 2017
    Excellent beer selection and good presentation there of. Good, present owner. Outdoor patio in the back.
  • Chophel N.
    Chophel NamgyalJune 22, 2013
    Lollipop wings were so ridic good! Perfect blend of spicy and sweet! the duck fat edamame was awesome! Trust me and get both!
  • Alissa L.heart icon on user image
    Alissa LudanskaaApril 23, 2016
    Tried the tacos; and fries. Tacos were so so - fries are great. Lamb burger also looked amazing. 25 different tab beers.
  • Paula H.
    Paula HaltonOctober 15, 2010
    Not a miss on the menu. Fantastic selections of oysters and beers. knowledgable servers who can guide you with beer pairings with each dish. overall a fantastic atmosphere and great menu!
  • AskMen
    AskMenAugust 16, 2010
    An American bistro with gastropub tendencies. What do we mean by that? It's the little things, like the menu of sides that includes cajun boiled peanuts, deviled eggs and waffle chips with onion dip.
  • Sabrinaheart icon on user image
    SabrinaJune 14, 2015
    Great apps (deviled eggs and mini corn dogs). Friendly service and fun beer selection.
  • jake f.
    jake furstAugust 10, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    oyster happy hour from 5-7p ($1 oysters) and a great selection of craft brews on tap. nice outdoor area in the back for the summer summer summertime.
  • Annie
    AnnieFebruary 22, 2013
    Always a terrific draught list. They also play great music any time I've been in. Nice looking place, but the sleek wooden chairs are surprisingly uncomfortable.
  • miles l.heart icon on user image
    miles lennonFebruary 22, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Good rotating craft beer list. Nice outdoor patio in the summer. Good but expensive smoothies
  • mark p.heart icon on user image
    mark phillipsDecember 12, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Tuesday night $1 oysters are the best on Court Street. Friendly bartender, Knicks and Nets on the big screens. Great place to be.
  • David G.heart icon on user image
    David GreenbergerSeptember 15, 2014
    At the risk of sounding WAY too Brooklyn, the Kale Farrow salad is ridiculous. I don't even know what farrow is but when it's topped with cheese and mushrooms it's right up my alley.
  • Steph H.heart icon on user image
    Steph HFebruary 19, 2012
    Share the oyster sandwich as an appetizer, eat the deep fried lemon! Littleneck clams & chorizo are great. Kale side is amazing.
  • Village Voice
    Village VoiceSeptember 15, 2010
    Get the Market Veg Salad- Nothing about it is conventional: enoki mushrooms, slightly bitter frisée undercarriage, thin-sliced summer squash (which you may have mistook for cucumbers) & vinaigrette
  • John W.heart icon on user image
    John WoodsOctober 16, 2016
    Outdoor seating, and strategically located across the street from the movie theater. Recommended.
  • Alex R.heart icon on user image
    Alex RavenelMay 27, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Great beer selection. Fries are the best in the neighborhood--truly fantastic. Lamb burger is disappointing.
  • James S.
    James StolzJanuary 28, 2016
    Annoying to pay the same price for 10 or 12 ounce beers that you'd pay for a pint anywhere else. Beermisers! Great selection though
  • John H.heart icon on user image
    John HazardAugust 27, 2015
    Cajun boiled peanuts are a cheap, light, & delicious bar snack. Great taps.
  • Village Voice
    Village VoiceAugust 25, 2010
    Delicious Beet Tartare-Cooked but still firm, the beets are shredded and made into a hockey puck, while a chunky feta spread sits on top, strewn with chopped green chives
  • Danielle R.
    Danielle RodierJune 19, 2014
    Great outdoor space in the back. Take note... do not try to enter the baptist church across the street called Strong Place... it's closed.
  • Stephen L.
    Stephen LongDecember 21, 2013
    Happy hour ends AT 4pm on Fridays. so go earlier if you can
  • Matt B.
    Matt BorstFebruary 23, 2012
    $1 Oysters & 2 for 1 draft beers at happy hour. Get a Green Flash IPA. Also love the ironic name (look across the street).
  • Jeremy T.
    Jeremy ThorpMarch 6, 2011
    The truffles parsnip bisque is basically whipped cream with truffle oil. Of course, it should be noted that heaven is also basically whipped cream with truffle oil.
  • Daniel S.heart icon on user image
    Daniel SalinasJune 19, 2015
    The patio is pretty incredible. Have some oysters and celebrate summer.
  • Jason N.
    Jason NewbergNovember 9, 2014
    Nice selection of oysters and beer. Fried oysters are excellent.
  • Jodi E.
    Jodi EnomotoJuly 26, 2012
    Happy Hour 4-7. Buy 1Get 1 drafts (24! on tap!) + $1 oysters
  • lash l.heart icon on user image
    lash larueDecember 11, 2014
    I have eaten here numerous occasions and it gets better every single time... awesome
  • Kushal D.heart icon on user image
    Kushal DaveApril 14, 2013
    The salads are perfect: hearty, innovative, delicious, and reasonably priced.
  • Neil W.
    Neil WehrleAugust 19, 2010
    Had the duck confit, which was delicious. Kids had the chicken and it was amazing (almost too good for kids). Beer selection is mind-boggling.
  • For the Makers
    For the MakersOctober 9, 2011
    Best for snacks + beer. Great $5 flights. As good southern girls we can't not order boiled peanuts and deviled eggs.
  • Peter R.
    Peter RobinettJune 15, 2014
    You can get any of the 20+ beers on tap in a 3 oz sampler size.
  • Jeremy C.
    Jeremy ClevelandApril 30, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Great beer selection, friendly staff, and delicious food. (and if the slightly slow service keeps the douchers away, I'm all for it)
  • Saif D.heart icon on user image
    Saif DiaSeptember 8, 2015
    Come for the food, stay for the beer. Or the other way round, both work.
  • Jessie R.heart icon on user image
    Jessie RodgerMay 21, 2015
    The lamb burger. And the beer!! ALL THE BEER!
  • Connie C.heart icon on user image
    Connie ChiuAugust 23, 2014
    Oysters! And cute spot with and outdoor space.
  • Alexis A.
    Alexis AbreuFebruary 6, 2011
    Sesame bok choy a hit. Beef tartar is served in a jar with lots of dressing, think salad. Topped w quail egg. A miss for me...
  • Eleonora Z.heart icon on user image
    Eleonora ZorziOctober 20, 2015
    I liked the pork tacos and the Riesling, but the beers are too pricey for their size.
  • WillMcDheart icon on user image
    WillMcDAugust 18, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Brunch: get the lamb Berger with goat cheese.
  • Asher R.heart icon on user image
    Asher RapkinJanuary 4, 2014
    Solid beer list with upscale comfort food on the menu.
  • Vanessa S.
    Vanessa Sant AnnaApril 29, 2017
    The place was quiet which I appreciate but service was crazy slow. I got the lamb burger which would be better if it was medium rare like I asked and not medium well/well. I will not come back :(
  • mark p.heart icon on user image
    mark phillipsMay 15, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    little neck clams with spinach, bacon in an aligash white broth -- incredible
  • Erin D.
    Erin DisselhorstDecember 14, 2013
    Great food and excellent service. Can't go wrong here
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