Happy Hour at Washington Commons in Prospect Heights
Washington Commons is a laid-back neighborhood beer bar on the Prospect Heights and Crown Heights line, best known for one of the biggest back beer gardens in the area. The nondescript corner storefront opens into a dark, cozy front bar and a deep garden out back that can hold 50-plus people on a sunny afternoon.
The draw is craft beer, with around 16 rotating taps plus a deep bottle and can list, and a bar staff regulars praise. There is no kitchen, so the move is to bring your own takeout or order delivery, grab a table in the garden, and waste the afternoon away. It is dog-friendly out back, and Wednesday nights bring trivia.
The Happy Hour
Happy hour runs on weekday afternoons, with discounts on draft and well drinks, and carries into the early evening. On weekends, the afternoon deal shifts to $4 Bloody Marys from 1 to 4pm. Sources vary on the precise weekday hours, so it is worth confirming the current window, but the afternoon draft-and-well specials are the reliable throughline.
The Room
The front bar is dark, snug, and unpretentious, the kind of easygoing Brooklyn room where you settle in with a good beer. The real star is the expansive back garden, a rare deep outdoor space that turns into the neighborhood’s living room the moment the weather cooperates.
Who Washington Commons Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Beer garden afternoons | The big back garden is made for slow, sunny afternoons with a rotating craft beer in hand. |
| Dog owners | The garden is dog-friendly, so you can bring the pup along for the hang. |
| Group hangs | A patio that fits 50-plus and a bring-your-own-food policy make it easy for a crowd. |
| Wednesday trivia | Weekly trivia via NYC Trivia League gives the week a reliable midweek anchor. |
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Washington Commons FAQ
Does Washington Commons have a happy hour?
Yes. It runs a weekday afternoon happy hour on draft and well drinks, and offers $4 Bloody Marys from 1 to 4pm on weekends. Exact weekday hours can vary, so confirm at the bar.
Does Washington Commons serve food?
No, there is no kitchen. You are welcome to bring your own takeout or order delivery to enjoy in the bar or back garden.
Where is Washington Commons located?
At 748 Washington Ave in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, on the Prospect Heights and Crown Heights border.
What is the nearest subway to Washington Commons?
Clinton-Washington Avs on the C train is closest, with Grand Army Plaza on the 2/3 also nearby.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Washington Commons before visiting for a specific deal.