Parties
How do parties work here?
Parties are welcome here, and booking one is simple. Fill out our booking form with the date, the time, and how many people you are expecting, and we'll take it from there. Reservations are free, with no minimum, no deposit, and no rental fee. We hold your tables for up to 15 minutes past your start time, and your group orders drinks at the bar like everyone else. Most parties run about two hours, and for most groups a reservation is all you need.
How big can a party be?
Party bookings start at 15 people. If your group is smaller than that, you're still very welcome, but we can't take a reservation for it. We host one party a night at Barb's, so we book them in the order they come in. A party usually gets the tables on the riser, and we add more tables as the group grows. If fewer people show up, we shrink the space to fit. The bar and the tables by the entrance and outside can't be reserved.
Can we bring a cake or food?
You're welcome to bring a cake, just let the bartender know when you arrive. Please bring your own forks, a cake knife, plates, and napkins, because we don't keep extras behind the bar. You can also bring in your own food or have it delivered, and we're happy to recommend the spots we like on our map.
Can we play our own music or bring a DJ?
Our bartenders choose the music for the room, and it plays all night. It's part of what makes the place feel the way it does, and we like keeping it that way.
Do you do private buyouts or open bar?
We're a public house first, so we don't usually close off the room for private events. The space is built for a crowd, and it works better that way. A partial private area is something we occasionally offer to friends of the bar, and that comes with a minimum spend on drinks at our regular menu prices, not a rental fee. We don't offer open bars. If you're a friend of the bar, stop by and talk to a bartender and we'll take it from there.
Frequently asked
Do you take reservations?
Yes, for groups of 15 to 40 people. We can't take reservations for fewer than 15 or more than 40, but smaller groups are always welcome to walk in. You can book on our booking page.
What are your hours?
We are open daily at 5pm. Sunday and Monday we close at 1am. Tuesday through Saturday we close at 2am.
Do you serve food?
We serve a nice grilled cheese.
Do you have a back yard?
No, Barb's is an intimate indoor space. No back yard.
Can I book a private event?
Yes, for groups of 15 to 40 people. It works like a party reservation, not a closed room. Use the booking page, or email us at bedstuybarbs@gmail.com.
Do you have non-alcoholic options?
Yes. We have Guinness 0.0, Athletic IPA and Cerveza (non-alcoholic), and bottled Negroni alternatives (Red/White, 200ml). See the menu.
Where are you located?
380A Marcus Garvey Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11221. Between Jefferson and Hancock, near Tompkins Avenue in Bed-Stuy. Get directions.
How do I get there?
Closest train is the C at Kingston-Throop, about an 8 minute walk. The A at Utica Ave is about 13 minutes east. The G at Bedford-Nostrand and the J at Gates Ave are both about a 24 minute walk. The B38 bus runs along DeKalb and Lafayette. The B26 runs along Fulton.
How can I contact you?
Email us at bedstuybarbs@gmail.com or find us on Instagram at @bedstuybarbs.