Leyenda

Leyenda is a pan-Latin cocktail bar featuring spirits and cocktails as well as authentic cuisine from across the Spanish-speaking world.

9 / 10
517
ratings
  • Phone

    (347) 987-3260

  • Website

    leyendabk.com

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  • Type

    Cocktail Bar

Address

221 Smith St (btwn Butler St & Baltic St) Brooklyn , NY 11201 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating Yes
Music Yes
Parking Street
Restroom Yes
Menus Happy Hour
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 70


Keywords:

cocktails mezcal good for dates tequila trendy tia mia la sonambula good for singles casual good for groups churros spicy food restaurants margaritas liquor micheladas cute tropical drinks boozy drinks outdoor seating
Chophel Namgyal

Get the Shrimp ! Get the croquettes ! Get the Skirt steak ! Get the la Sonambula spicy cocktail ! Thank me in the morning! Best place on Smith Street!

Daniel McDonough

Great cocktail bar with delicious food. Get a bunch of plates and share. Try the tequila shrimp , spinach manchego empanadas , and the pulled chicken tacos . The Michelada is also great.

Adrian Phillips

Head to the back patio and enjoy a cocktail with some chips , guacamole and salsa . Their daiquiri with pork fat washed Rum is one of the most unique cocktails I've tried in a very long time.

J Crowley

How's this place not rated a 10? Trendy LatAm cocktail bar with an extensive list of super creative ???? Sit at the bar and trust Jessy to whip up something mind blowing. ???? the Amor Andino was ????????

James Kiernan

Fun vibes, food was great and cocktails were all the rage. Suggest you save room for dessert and order the churros in caramel sauce .

AmateurConcierge

Clover Club’s Mexican spot across the street is fantastic. Cocktails that surprise and delight. Food was very good too: croquetas , pupusas , the shrimp joint...guac and hanger steak jus decent tho

PureWow

Yes, there’s a fireplace , but you won’t find ski-lodge vibes here. Instead, you’ll find Latin-inspired cocktails (like the Witching Hour with tamarind liqueur and celery bitters ) and addictive snacks . Read more

Beau Haugh

A rare example of perfection executed casually . I love this bar . They focus on agave and cane spirits , tiki and tiki-ish cocktails , and delicious, authentic Mexican food . Chill , but precise.

Drewski

Good food, mostly great drinks (stick to the clear liquors ). Chicken tacos were excellent. Outdoor area is small but nice on a warm night since it allows for a breeze.

Mila Mila

EVERYTHING churros and guac especially! Drinks are on point! And service is so attentive, even put two dishes on the house cause of the long wait .

Cocktail Guiden

Leyenda is a latin restaurant with an excellent bar , nice vibe and knowledgable bartenders . Exciting, spicy and exotic cocktails . Recommended!

PUNCH

Leyenda’s menu is heavy on the spirits of Central and South America (tequila , mezcal , rum and pisco are common players) alongside a similarly Latin-inflected menu by Suenos chef Sue Torres . Read more

Ryan Ambs

Food and cocktails are both solid. Mezcal flight seems like a good idea until you realize you signed up to slam three shots.

monydfny

Cocktails made to perfection. They are so pretty you almost don't want to touch them. Everything I have had is very tasty. Love this place.

Village Voice

It's Restaurant Week - the best four weeks for any food lover in NYC with over 300 restaurants participating. Enjoy an affordable lunch or dinner at a hot spot like Leyenda. Through 8/14, $25-$38. Read more

Erika Perzi

Great cocktails , love the shrimp dishes and their salad is da bomb. Nice wine too.

Barton Smith

One of my favorites in the area. Great food and super creative cocktails . Definitely try the Daiquiri Al Pastor .

J.R. Reed

Fun vibe — great cocktails and better-than-expected food; portions are just a tad small…go for the fish tacos and flautas !

Steve LeVine

Ordered Hurricanes during Hurricane Henri. They were excellent.

Holiday

The Latin inspired cocktails are amazing. Start with the Tia Mia and make your way down the cocktail menu .

Percy Cockswain

Excellent spot with a cool vibe. A little pricey so order a pitcher and get more booze for your buck.

Kim F

During the holiday season they have a “Sleyenda” theme with fun kitschy decorations and a festive winter menu

Tyler Parker

Summer Shade pitcher is refreshing, slightly smoky, quite delicious! Flowers included!

Matthew Breuer

Extremely easy to rack up a larger bill here than at sister bar clover club

Vlada Mashkovich

Interesting drinks, update drinks every so often so its interesting to check out new recipes. Chill back yard .

Ross WS

Owned by Clover Club founder Julie Reiner and protege Ivy Mix, Leyenda is a Latin-inspired restaurant bar in Brooklyn.

Kat

Great drinks menu based on Latin American spirits (cachaça , pisco , tequila , mezcal ).

Danika Landers

La Sonambula cocktail is awesome if you like a little spicy kick .

Natalie V

Really interesting cocktails using South American liquor

Santi Amaya

Great cocktails and tapas style dishes. Try the Oye Como Va cocktail !

Emily Yeager

Inspired cocktails , friendly service and a backyard for all of your outdoor drinking needs.

Francesca Bradley

Great atmosphere and amazing drinks. Loved the Side Hustle cocktail .

BK

Awesome drinks. Great food. Hands down one of the top spots to visit in BK.

Amanda Rella

Mix between a restaurant/cocktail bar . Latin themed and drinks are very good.

Kathryn D

Excellent drinks and food in a fun, casual space.

CCnyc

Sonambula cocktail , skirts steak a MUST

Adam Laiacano

All of the cocktails I had are great, but the bottled Paloma is a real winner.

EM H.

Cute place; strong drinks ; the panuchos are a must, but skip the mole

Tom DiMaggio

Excellent cocktails , charming decor and theme.

Geoffroy Bablon

Extensive menu of delicious mezcal cocktails .

Christopher Lebron

The cocktails are excellent. Get the cabezaso.

Ramez K

Awesome cocktails ! Food looks great too.

L. S.

Didn't try the food but the Cocktails are yummy.

Ricky Sherrill

Good drinks and some nice bar food if you get hungry.

Lauren Spiro

Good drinks and food too. Friendly staff .

Maayan Sheinfeld

Enjoyed a lot the food and drinks. Great menu

Cocktail Magic

Tia Mia was the signature cocktail featured at Cocktail Magic. Read more

Anna K.

Great cocktails and very tasty steak .

Pam Horn

Well crafted cocktails and delicious tasting food.

San San

Enclosed yard and nice indoor seating area.

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