Bar Rêve

Step into Bar Rêve and you’ll find yourself transported to a romanticized vision of Belle Époque Paris. This intimate Cobble Hill spot draws inspiration from the Impressionist era, eschewing the crowded grandeur of the Louvre for something more akin to the Orangerie’s wall-to-wall Monets. An electric fireplace adds warmth to the elegant space, creating the perfect atmosphere for a refined evening out.

The cocktail menu here reads like a walk through an art gallery, with each drink named after an Impressionist masterpiece. The Blue Night, for instance, pays homage to Van Gogh’s “Starry Night Over The Rhône” but don’t let the artistic name fool you—it’s simply an excellent Manhattan, beautifully executed and decidedly not blue. The bartenders take classic cocktails and give them thoughtful twists that feel both reverent and fresh.

Whether you’re planning a romantic date night or looking for a sophisticated spot to unwind after work in Downtown Brooklyn, Bar Rêve delivers. The cozy, intimate setting makes it ideal for conversation, while the quality of the drinks ensures you’ll want to linger over a second round. It’s the kind of place where you can lose track of time in the best possible way.

For those who appreciate the finer things without the pretension, this French-inspired cocktail bar hits all the right notes. Come for the carefully crafted drinks, stay for the ambiance, and leave feeling like you’ve experienced a small slice of Parisian elegance right in the heart of Brooklyn.