Happy Hour at Cassette
Cassette is a neighborhood cocktail bar in Ridgewood, Queens, with a dedicated music venue tucked into the basement. The upstairs bar pours cocktail classics and house creations alongside beer, wine, and nonalcoholic options; the space took over the former Sundown Bar.
Downstairs is the draw for shows, with eclectic programming that runs from indie and experimental music to comedy, drag, and karaoke. It reads as a cozy, do-a-little-of-everything spot rather than a single-purpose bar.
The Happy Hour
Happy hour runs daily from 5 to 7pm, timed to the bar’s early-evening open before the basement programming kicks off. Cassette keeps the focus on cocktails, so use the window to work through the house list; check the current specials when you arrive, since the lineup can change.
The Room
A snug, low-lit cocktail bar upstairs with a separate basement stage for live music and events. The mood is intimate and neighborhood-first, built for a relaxed evening.
Who Cassette Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Live music nights | The basement stage runs nightly shows across indie, folk, and experimental acts. |
| Cocktail evenings | House-made cocktails make it a fitting spot for an unhurried drink. |
| Date night | The cozy, dim upstairs room suits a low-key pair. |
| Drag and comedy | Rotating drag, comedy, and karaoke give the calendar variety beyond music. |
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Cassette FAQ
Does Cassette have a happy hour?
Yes. Cassette runs a daily happy hour from 5 to 7pm; confirm the current specials at the bar.
Where is Cassette?
At 68-38 Forest Avenue in Ridgewood, Queens, near the M train at Forest Avenue.
Is there live music at Cassette?
Yes. There is a dedicated music venue in the basement with nightly shows, plus comedy, drag, and karaoke.
What was at this space before?
Cassette took over the former Sundown Bar in Ridgewood.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Cassette before visiting for a specific deal.