About Metropolitan
- Bar/
Cafe - Dancing, Outdoor seating, Happy Hour
Metropolitan in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, stands as a cornerstone of the local queer nightlife, welcoming LGBTQ+ folks and allies to its laid-back dive bar vibe. Featuring a pool table, dance floor, and expansive backyard patio open year-round, it transforms into a summer hotspot with weekly BBQs offering free food, rotating DJs, and lively shows.
Winter brings cozy fireplaces inside and a heated outdoor space for continued enjoyment. Daily happy hour delivers cheap beers, well drinks, and shot specials from afternoon to evening. Regular events include Queeraoke, trivia nights, gender queer open mics, and comedy shows, alongside free Wi-Fi, phone charging, and a digital photo booth. With quick, friendly bartenders and a tight-knit community feel, Metropolitan is where Brooklyn's gay scene converges for fun and connection.
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 15:00 – 04:00
- Tuesday
- 15:00 – 04:00
- Wednesday
- 15:00 – 04:00
- Thursday · today
- 15:00 – 04:00
- Friday
- 15:00 – 04:00
- Saturday
- 15:00 – 04:00
- Sunday
- 15:00 – 04:00
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