The Commodore
Williamsburg, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
The Commodore is worth choosing when Williamsburg plans need flexibility, late hours, and a casual bar-forward setting rather than a polished restaurant reservation. It is easier to fit into a night than tougher nearby dining rooms, but it is not the right call for a quiet, structured meal.
About The Commodore
The Commodore in New York City keeps long hours every day and has a casual dress code. That makes it a useful option to consider when plans need flexibility, especially later in the day or late at night.
No price range, menu details, reservation policy, seating format, or service style are listed for The Commodore. Plan around what is known rather than assuming a specific dining experience. If you need a more defined restaurant plan, compare it with other New York City options before making it the main stop.
Use it for flexible New York City plans, not a detailed dinner brief
The clearest planning advantage is timing. The Commodore is open 4 PM–4 AM Monday through Friday, and 11 AM–4 AM on Saturday and Sunday. Those hours make it easier to consider for an open-ended plan than a venue with a shorter schedule.
The dress code is casual, so there is no need to plan for formal attire. Beyond hours and dress code, details are limited, so avoid assuming a specific menu, drinks program, reservation setup, or seating arrangement without checking directly with the venue.
What to know before choosing it over a restaurant reservation
Hours: Monday through Friday, 4 PM–4 AM; Saturday and Sunday, 11 AM–4 AM. Dress: casual. Budget: no price range is listed. Best fit: a flexible New York City plan where long operating hours and casual dress matter more than a fully documented restaurant format.
For a broader planning pass, use Our full New York City restaurants guide, Our full New York City bars guide, and Our full New York City experiences guide to decide whether this should be the main stop or the backup plan.
Planning details
- Location
- 366 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
- Website
- thecommodorebrooklyn.com
- Phone
- +1 718 218 7632
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Commodore reads like a true neighborhood bar: unpretentious, serviceable and tuned to the block it serves. It predates Williamsburg’s later wave of ambitious cocktail rooms, which gives it a different cultural logic—less theater, more reliable crowd-pleasers. The menu’s Southern-inflected American bar food and a recurring frozen-cocktail program reinforce a comforting, familiar identity rather than experimental hospitality trends. Located on the Metropolitan Avenue corridor at the edge of Williamsburg and Bushwick, the Commodore sits between dive-bar grit and design-aware iterations, keeping a classic, cozy, and relaxed personality that feels rooted in the local scene.
Best For
The Commodore is best for casual evening outings where good, unfussy food and straightforward drinks are the point. It suits after-work crowds, groups looking to share fried chicken, nachos or burgers, and anyone seeking a lively late-night spot that still feels neighborhood-minded. Prices and portions are pitched toward sociability rather than formality, so it’s an easy pick for low-key celebrations, a relaxed dinner with friends, or a laid-back date that values tasty comfort food and frozen-cocktail staples. Expect an accessible, down-to-earth experience rather than fine-dining polish.
Ordering Tips
Start your visit with one of the frozen cocktails, a recurring signature in the Commodore’s beverage program and an easy way to set a casual tone. For food, shareable Southern-inflected plates work best—order fried chicken or the chicken sandwich for a classic anchor, and bring a group to split nachos or a burger. The menu favors hearty, convivial dishes, so plan to share and sample rather than composing a multi-course tasting. Given the bar’s neighborhood focus and lively late-night character, arrive ready for relaxed service and straightforward, crowd-pleasing flavors.
Venue details
Ambiance
Retro 1950s-style dive bar atmosphere with casual, energetic vibes; dim lighting and a neighborhood hangout feel.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Fried Chicken
- Chicken Sandwich
- Nachos
- Burger
- Fried Fish Sandwich
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 366 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Fette Sau, Barbecue, Barbecue
- St. Anselm, Notable alternative
- Leo, Notable alternative
- The Four Horsemen, New American, New American
- Gertie, Jewish diner / deli, Jewish diner / deli
Restaurant context
How it compares in Williamsburg
Fette Sau is the clearer pick when barbecue is the point of the night; The Commodore is more useful when the group wants a looser bar stop with easier timing. If value means a defined food plan, choose Fette Sau. If value means flexibility and late-night usefulness, choose The Commodore.
St. Anselm and The Four Horsemen are stronger choices for a proper dinner brief. The tradeoff is planning: those are the better calls for a more intentional meal, while The Commodore is the easier option when the night is already moving and the group does not want to manage a tougher table.
Leo and Gertie make more sense when the meal format matters from the start. The Commodore wins on casual energy and ease; it loses if the reader wants a quieter room, clearer cuisine focus, or a dinner that anchors the evening.
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Compare The Commodore
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Commodore | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Fette Sau | New York City | Barbecue | No published awards |
| St. Anselm | New York City | , | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #2482025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #6422023 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1112023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended |
| Leo | New York City | , | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in South America Ranked · #102026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants · #232025 OAD Top Restaurants in South America Ranked · #322025 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #762025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 The Best Chef Three Knives2024 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #532023 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #43 |
| The Four Horsemen | New York City | New American | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #12026 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #192026 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City · #202026 Eater NY 38 Best Restaurants in New York City · #312026 James Beard Award Nominees2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists2025 World's 50 North America's Best Restaurants · #152025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #262025 Robb Report 100 Greatest American Restaurants of the 21st Century · #33 |
| Gertie | Brooklyn | Jewish diner / deli | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Commodore good for solo dining?
Seating style or service format are not specified, so do not assume a particular solo-dining setup. The Commodore has long daily hours in New York City, which may help if you are planning a flexible visit.
What should I wear to The Commodore?
Keep it casual. The dress code for The Commodore is casual.
