Happy Hour at Walter’s in Fort Greene
Walter’s is the kind of Fort Greene corner spot you end up treating as a second dining room. Sitting across from Fort Greene Park at DeKalb and Cumberland, it grew out of the beloved Williamsburg original Walter Foods and carries the same blueprint: simple American classics done well, a lively bar, and a bartender who greets regulars by name.
The kitchen leans into comfort food and a raw bar, with a burger and Wagyu French dip that regulars swear by and fried chicken that gets talked up as some of the best in the borough. Weekends bring a busy brunch, and there is a bonus for the curious: Karasu, a hidden Japanese-inspired cocktail bar, tucks in the back of the same building.
The Happy Hour
The happy hour is tightly focused and worth timing right. From 4 to 6pm Monday through Thursday, oysters, wine, beer, and frozen drinks all come at half price, making the early-evening raw bar the move. Because it runs only on weekdays, plan an after-work stop rather than a weekend one.
The Room
The room is retro and cozy, a warm neighborhood restaurant with a welcoming staff and a bar that stays lively on a random weeknight. Big windows face Fort Greene Park, and the whole feel is unpretentious and easy to settle into.
Who Walter’s Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| After-work drinks | Half-price oysters, wine, and beer 4-6pm on weekdays make it an easy post-work landing spot. |
| Weekend brunch | A Fort Greene brunch staple across from the park, with weekend service starting at 9am. |
| Low-key date night | The cozy, candle-warm room and a hidden cocktail bar in back set an easy date mood. |
| Neighborhood regulars | First-name-basis bartenders and reliable comfort classics make it a go-to local hang. |
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Walter’s FAQ
Does Walter’s have a happy hour?
Yes. Walter’s runs happy hour Monday through Thursday from 4 to 6pm, with half off oysters, wine, beer, and frozen drinks.
What is Walter’s known for?
It is a Fort Greene neighborhood American restaurant known for brunch, fried chicken, a solid burger, and its raw bar, plus a hidden cocktail bar called Karasu in the back.
Where is Walter’s located?
At 166 DeKalb Ave, on the corner of Cumberland St in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, facing Fort Greene Park.
What is the nearest subway to Walter’s?
The C train at Lafayette Ave is closest, with the G at Fulton St also just a few blocks away.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Walter’s before visiting for a specific deal.