Unsuspecting corner bar sticks to the basics on a quiet block in Williamsburg.

by Contributor

In Short
The original sign for this former pierogi shop still hangs outside (look for "Krystyna's & Margaret's Pierogi"), and the white octagon-tiled floor is leftover from its kitchen days. Now a neighborhood watering hole, the space continues to be a local fixture, with friendly drink slingers and music just loud enough to allow conversation. There's little fuss in the black pleather booths, simple art-deco bar stools and outdoor patio hugging the entrance, where smokers gather to chat and puff, especially in warmer weather.

Hits: A laid-back neighborhood bar with cheap drinks and a good crowd? Nothing wrong with that.

Misses: It's cash only, though there is an ATM inside.

07/06/08

Best Saturday Night Dance Party in Williamsburg!!!!!!!

by Jonas21

My experience was a far cry from these crazies with clear personal issues with the owner....I've gone in countless times on different days of the week and always had a blast. Saturday nights are a surefire fun time/dance party. There's an anything goes vibe and that's a good thing. The boys that work the night are amazing and ready for fun...Now and then there's a sweet girl involved too. They have a great happy hour and outdoor seating. Also...a shot and a beer for 5 bones...Always a good time....Check it

01/08/07

re: Merle Chornuk

by jerome_charles

Baker Girl: PLEASE email me ASAP. jerome_charles2003@yahoo

I know of someone who got ripped off by Chornuk and we need to ban together and stop this $#@$#$

• Pros: There are no pros when the person in charge rips off innocent young musicians.
• Cons: Too numerous to mention

07/28/06

Bald jerkeoff behind bar.

by marduk666

The bartender who was on call the night I showed up at this place was your typical midwest loser who moved to New yawk city to act rude toward people(this is the only city in america where people move to fullfill their fantasy of being a jerke).

He didn't SEE me tip him, so assumed that I didn't, and then asked me where I was from and If people "work for free" where I was from. "I'm from here", I told the loser and then proceeded to inform him that the dollar I left for himo the bar RIGHT NEXT TO ME would be his last. I thought about taking the dollar back, but didn't want to risk him calling the cops over a dollar. I hope he has AIDS.

07/28/06

too expensive and too much attitude

by luckyfizzy1

Place was totally overpriced and the bartender was neither friendly nor attentive - and the place was dead!

• Pros: empty
• Cons: empty, overpriced, bad attitude

07/21/06

Wacky Overpriced

by stsheets

Yeah it's cute, but it is also entirely too expensive for what it is - get ready for Manhattan prices without accompanying quality

07/20/06

bar owner no good

by bakergirl2005

The owner of the bar, Merle Chornuk, is a complete deadbeat. He owes money to nearly everyone he's ever met and is infamous for borrowing money that he never repays. He even stole $30K from an ex girlfriend and masters from ex clients. He likely used stolen money to open the place.

• Pros: place is pretty
• Cons: owner is infamous dead beat