What’s the happy hour at Mominette?
Mominette is a modern French bistro tucked on Knickerbocker Avenue in the heart of Bushwick, just north of Maria Hernandez Park. The kitchen does the classics well — escargot, moules frites, duck confit, steak frites, and steak tartare — with an oyster bar up front. Its real signature, though, is the lush back garden that lands it on every list of the city’s secret patios.
Weekends bring walk-in brunch out on that patio, and several nights of the week feature live music, from jazz to bossa nova to R&B. It’s a mid-priced neighborhood favorite — most mains land in the $24 to $32 range — that works as easily for a first date as for a group dinner. Dinner reservations run through Resy; brunch is walk-in only.
The Happy Hour
Mominette’s happy hour centers on $1 East Coast oysters, offered on weekdays, alongside discounted house wine, house beer, and house cocktails. The exact hours vary between sources, so call ahead at (929) 234-2941 or check the Instagram (@mominettebistro) to confirm the current window before you go. However the timing shakes out, the oysters plus a glass of house wine in the back garden are the move.
The Room
The bistro itself is cozy and classically French, with an oyster bar near the front, but the star is the sprawling back garden — a leafy, exotic patio that regulars come for. Several nights bring live jazz, bossa nova, or R&B to the room. The overall feel is relaxed, neighborhood, and a little romantic.
Who Mominette Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Sitting outside | The lush back garden is one of Bushwick’s best-loved patios for a drawn-out meal or drink. |
| Weekend brunch | Walk-in brunch on the back patio is a neighborhood weekend ritual. |
| First dates | The cozy bistro room and garden make for an easy, charming date night. |
| Casual dinners | French classics at mid-range prices suit a relaxed dinner with friends. |
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Mominette FAQ
Does Mominette have a happy hour?
Yes — a weekday happy hour headlined by $1 East Coast oysters, plus discounted house wine, beer, and cocktails. Confirm the exact times before you go, as sources vary.
What is Mominette known for?
Its lush back garden and French bistro classics like escargot, moules frites, and duck confit — plus $1 oysters at happy hour.
Does Mominette take reservations?
Dinner reservations run through Resy. Weekend brunch is walk-in only, and large parties of 12+ should call ahead.
What neighborhood is Mominette in?
It’s in Bushwick, Brooklyn, on Knickerbocker Avenue near Maria Hernandez Park — closest to the Jefferson St (L) and Knickerbocker Ave (M) stations.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Mominette before visiting for a specific deal.