Everything you want from a neighborhood bar. Zero pretension, a big backyard, a pool table, and strong drinks. They're now serving small plates, so you don't EVER have to leave.

40 Knots Bar is a great little bar in a well populated area just off the coast of brooklyn on Columbia Street. The beer is inexpensive and flows readily though the bar is fully licensed. The vibe is laid back and there is even a beer garden out back.

Best 'Cheers Bar' in Brooklyn! This bar has a great neighborhood feel and is nestled in the Brooklyn Waterfront District. The bartenders get to know their patrons on a personal level and make it easy to be the 'go to' bar if you live close by. The jute box is great and has a wide selection of music. Depending on your mood that night, you can play whatever type music interests you. Also the big back yard is great when the weather is nice.

Formally MicNic now its 40 Knots. Still great drinks and bartenders. Calm place to grab a drink on the weekend and sit in the backyard or at the bar and chat with the bartender!

My new local. I still have my old local, but I'm going to be spending a lot more time here because it's a lot closer. Largely for the $1 pool table (even with a free, better-lit table across the street). When you factor in the affordable drinks, eclectic sound track and private smoking garden - what's not to like? And not far from the train. I hear they're recruiting for an APA league pool team. I might sign up.

My running club had our monthly get together here on 10/7/14. This bar is excellent. The bartender was polite, efficient, and super chill. The music rocked in a way that most bars don't know how to rock, and we had a great time playing pool. I hope my group comes back here time and time again.

Best 'Cheers Bar' in Brooklyn! This bar has a great neighborhood feel and is nestled in the Brooklyn Waterfront District. The bartenders get to know their patrons on a personal level and make it easy to be the 'go to' bar if you live close by. The jute box is great and has a wide selection of music. Depending on your mood that night, you can play whatever type music interests you. Also the big back yard is great when the weather is nice.

A hidden, divy gem on Columbia Street. I can't recommend this place enough for dive bar peoples. Funky decor, cheap beer, a batty but charming bartender, a well-maintained pool table and a sizable backyard. Couple this with dinner at Pok Pok NY and you got yourself quite the night.

I don't live in the neighborhood, but this bar is my home away from home, Columbia waterfront destination. Amazing bartenders who join in when the night falls into dancing/singing parties. Interesting patrons. Even "quiet nights" are always fun with its revolving cast of characters.

This is the kind of place where you walk in and you immediately feel super chill and like you've known the bartender forever, you'll be an instant regular. (Plus the bartender's super hot).