ruth

The place is immaculately designed. I felt comfortable the whole time and the drinks are awesome. The owner is a gem. He had free range to choose a cocktail for me and he gave me a winner now can I tell you the name? Nope that’s not good. The cocktail was definitely come here if you’re in Brooklyn. Definitely come just cause. Ruth is.🔥

Please change the cocktail menu! I speak for everyone I’ve brought to this bar, who all thought the drinks were bad. So it’s clearly not a singular customer. That said, I love this bar for the vibes! Beautifully designed true cocktail bar esthetic, from the cozy couches and stylish chandeliers, to the candlelit ambiance. Truly a beautiful space, I just wish the cocktails were on level to the classy and chic cocktail lounge it is.

When Ruth first opened as a cocktail bar, I looked inside. Since the food menu was sparse at the time, I put it in my back pocket as a place I might go in the future. Fast forward to today, I was walking in the area when I noticed a sign saying it was open for coffee. Of course I went inside. At the main counter, they serve the classics plus a few specials. My cookie butter matcha (with oat and flavored syrup) was less than 6 dollars so while it wasn’t the best matcha in the world, it was a pretty good deal. They have a coffee club where you pay $40 a month for free drinks, 10% of items like cocktails, food and wine. Plus you are able to use their wifi in their space which has a funky plush aesthetic. Definitely good for people who need a place to work. It is a good way of using this space in the morning.

Popped in for a quick drink while in the neighborhood on a random Wednesday and was pleasantly surprised. Atmosphere and service were a 10/10. The bartenders were friendly and put on a show. And the specialty cocktails? Phenomenal- not too sweet, packed with flavor and almost miraculously smooth. Will definitely be back.

I’ve been a regular at Ruth for years and imagine this. I crawl into my regular spot around 12:40 to a trans Black woman bartender telling me she already called last call with the WORST attitude. Keep in mind, online Ruth closes at 2:00 am on the weekends so to call last call at 12:40 is extremely lazy. I ask for a drink anyways and when it was time to pay I did not tip on the machine. Before I could reach into my bag to tip in cash the same bartender is staring at me make the transaction and then makes the snarkiest huff when I hit no tip on the keypad. If only she had waited instead of being nasty, I would have tipped as I do regardless of anything. I decided to walk out with my cash in hand and have decided I won’t be returning to this establishment as long as she is working at the bar. So disgusting, uncomfortable, and rude why? Because I walked in when she said last call with over an hour left until closing. WOW

The new spot on the block. 11/10 and heres why You can almost walk right by it if you are not careful. But if you have decent peripheral and an affinity for rustic architecture it should catch even the busiest of bustle’s who stride by. The first thing I noticed was the rusty tin look on the outside which gave this new spot a look of seniority amongst its neighbors. Looking into the window and you can see a cheese chop bar with big wheels of cheese and blocks of all shades of white and yellow. Inviting myself in only to reveal more than cheese but an entire bar and only what I can describe as a fireplace den with velvet plush couches and loves seats. It was dim-lit, lush, and damn right sexy. Keep going and we get to the outdoor patio This brings us to the Mediterranean seaside. I don't have the words to describe it. You're going to have to check it out yourself! Oh, and the cheese and charcuterie and cocktails are satisfactory, and then some. Employees are down to earth good-humored and friendly (but something tells me to push their buttons it's still Brooklyn) The bathroom was spotless which is incredibly impressive as important. I'd say this is a great place to come by yourself if you want to ponder about life. But the level of intimacy this place has makes it a hidden gem for dates. Bring a plus one here if you plan on swooning.

This place is AWESOME. So beautiful, great cocktails, and who doesn't like charcuterie? I was heartbroken when Erv's closed and I'm so glad to see members of the Erv's team bringing excellent cocktails in a great space back to PLG.