The Mallard Drake

The Mallard Drake is one of the better casual Greenpoint spots to have drinks with your PBR-loving friends. The roomy, retro-looking dive bar is filled with mismatched chairs that look like they were procured from 10 different thrift stores, and it has a covered patio. Downstairs, there’s a small pool table, and a window where you can order fries and a burger with grilled pineapple created by Taqueria Ramirez. Both are disappointing, so we’d recommend getting food at the actual Taqueria Ramirez (a block away) after a few rounds instead. For those who prefer soupy cocktails to beer, there's also a DIY Bloody Mary station, stocked with seasonings, condiments, and vegetables.

photo credit: Kenny Yang