Sputnik
(718) 398-6666
262 Taaffe Pl
Brooklyn,
NY
11205
40.6912
-73.9597
Neighborhood: Bedford - Stuyvesant
What People Are Saying About Sputnik
The Editor
Kara Zuaro
Citysearch
The Scene
This laid-back, 5,000-square-foot watering hole isn't meant to make Taaffe Place the next Bedford Avenue. The folks who work here are more interested in attracting the long-term residents of Clinton Hill than the transient Pratt set. But with cheap eats, gigantic margaritas and a tiny library, stocked with Kant, Chomsky and Nabokov, the art students can't stay away.
The Draw
In the tremendous basement, mod furniture and groovy chandeliers conjure up a retro-futuristic look, perhaps inspired by the style that was considered space-age when Sputnik was launched in 1957. A large gallery space hosts shows from local artists, and a mid-sized stage features an array of live music (blues, funk, rock and hip-hop) and an occasional burlesque performance.
User Reviews
kareemahb
February 15, 2009
I've been goingto this place for 3 years now, feel badi havent written a review yet. they have somethign for everyone. Live music, art, hip hop, house, good drinks, good food, friendly neighborhood vibe. Big stars pass through too. going there tonight. LOL.
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Anonymous
September 12, 2008
My favorite thing about Sputnik are the teenage rock bands in the basement alongside the indie film festival programs. A $3 cold Pabst tallboy can't be beat in this neighborhood and they have good New York bar food like the hummus platter. Yum!
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patriciakm
September 02, 2005
The editorial review calls it a 'chilled out lounge.' When Sputnik is at its best, it is that - a great space, quirky/hip decor, cheap eats and a mellow vibe can be found about HALF the time when I visit Sputnik. The other half of the time you'll either find A. the music too loud and metal/thrasher rock oriented to really enjoy a conversation, beverage, snack, or even 10 minutes of lounging or B. The giant projection screen usually used for background screening of art house movies being used as a giant TV to show a ball game, with sound at full blast. If they could be consistent in their vibe, they'd get a consistent customer out of me!
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Save Money:
Happy hour lasts from 5pm to 8pm daily and includes $1 Rheingolds, $2 Yuenglings and two-for-one well drinks.
Save Time:
Tired of waiting for the G train? Take the B38 or B48 bus to DeKalb Avenue and Classon Avenue.
Category:
Restaurants, Neighborhood Bars, Lounges, Bars & Pubs, Taverns
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Bar & Club Type of Music:
Folk & Bluegrass, Punk, Blues, Hip-Hop & Rap
