Venue Detail
Metropolitan
About this venue
Metropolitan is an absolute institution, proudly ruling since 2002 as Brooklyn’s very first official gay bar. Tucked into the indie-cool fabric of Williamsburg, this multi-room sanctuary trades the hyper-manicured polish of Manhattan clubs for an unpretentious, grit-and-glitter neighborhood dive vibe. Fusing a cozy, dark-lit interior featuring brick accents and retro video games with a massive, tree-canopied outdoor backyard patio, it operates as a sprawling communal playground.
Practical details
Address: 559 Lorimer Street, Brooklyn, New York 11211, United States
Hours: Monday – Friday: 3:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Saturday – Sunday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 AM
Canonical: https://www.queeratlas.app/new_york/venues/metropolitan--3524
Venue intelligence
Know before you go
Typical queue
Generally zero to minimal during weekdays, early afternoons, and typical winter nights. However, expect fast-building lines to snake past the Lorimer Street corner on hot summer weekends—especially during their famous Sunday afternoon backyard BBQ parties or signature drag dance nights.
Best night
Slide in between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM on weekdays to take advantage of one of the most budget-friendly, casual Happy Hours in the borough.
Locals vs visitors
A hyper-diverse, inclusive, and multi-generational melting pot of Brooklyn creatives.
Dress code in practice
Entirely casual, expressive, and zero-pressure.
Staff inclusion
Exceptionally high. The bartenders and floor staff are widely praised in community reviews for being incredibly fast, friendly, and deeply embedded in the local Brooklyn queer scene.
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