Happy Hour at Zombie Hut in Carroll Gardens
Zombie Hut has been holding down its stretch of Smith Street in Carroll Gardens since 2002, and it remains one of Brooklyn’s most unapologetically fun tiki dive bars. String lights, tropical kitsch, strong frozen drinks, and a surprisingly big backyard make it a warm-weather favorite that still delivers in winter.
The signature order is something frozen and boozy — the Frozen Zombie, a potent orange slushie, is the classic — but the whole tiki-leaning cocktail list is priced for a neighborhood crowd. There’s no kitchen, and the bar happily lets you bring your own food in.
The Happy Hour
Zombie Hut offers a happy hour, and it turns up on Smith Street happy-hour roundups, but the specific times and drink specials have varied over the years and aren’t reliably posted. Since the base cocktail prices already run affordable, the practical move is to check the current happy-hour window with the bar directly before planning around it.
The Room
Zombie Hut is a dimly lit, kitsch-packed tiki dive with a full bar, a pool table, and TVs up front. The real draw is out back: a large backyard with picnic tables and string lights where big groups can claim a corner and settle in for the afternoon.
Who Zombie Hut Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Backyard drinks | The oversized backyard with picnic tables is made for warm-weather group hangs. |
| Frozen cocktails | The Frozen Zombie and other slushie-style tiki drinks are the house specialty. |
| Group hangout | Plenty of room, a pool table, and a BYO-food policy make it easy for a crowd. |
| Casual date | Low-key, low-cost, and quirky — a relaxed spot for an unfussy night out. |
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Zombie Hut FAQ
Does Zombie Hut have a happy hour?
Yes, Zombie Hut offers a happy hour, but the exact days, times, and specials vary and aren’t consistently posted. Cocktail prices are already affordable, so check with the bar for the current window.
What is Zombie Hut known for?
Being a fun, long-running Carroll Gardens tiki dive bar with strong frozen drinks like the Frozen Zombie and a large backyard.
Does Zombie Hut serve food?
No, there’s no kitchen, but the bar allows you to bring your own food.
What are the hours?
Roughly Monday to Thursday 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM, Friday and Saturday 1:00 PM – 2:00 AM, and Sunday 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM. Confirm before a late visit.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Zombie Hut before visiting for a specific deal.