The Moonlight Mile

Now I’m a lady who loves Bourbon/​Whiskey and The Moonlight Mile did not disappoint. I had the White Tail Buck which was very good. The men behind the bar seemed to know exactly what they were doing and were in very very good spirits as far as employees go (especially from my experience so far in NYC)! I was extremely intrigued by the selection of liquors that they had and plan to go back and sample a 2 or 10!

Loved this bar! Was here last night with a group of friends and the vibe was so laid back and modern. Fantastic drinks (The Ned Stark is a must try) and the service was impeccable. Will definitely be coming back!

I just left this place and I didn’t want to forget to give it a great review. Wow their drinks are amazing! Order the Ned Stark, it’s a perfectly balanced bourbon cocktail. The atmosphere was perfectly laid back. They have a free jukebox too! 5 stars for the customer service, our hippy waiter/​bartender/​manager/​owner? Was cool as shit and really knew his whiskey!

Everything about this place is perfect. From the whiskey selection, free jukebox and seriously some of the best low key service we have experienced in quite sometime. This place is the best of the best and as many times as i have been back i can never understand why it isn’t packed all the time. Also my friend, who is a beer guy, loved their beer slection. Never change moonlight as you are the best in NYC.

Moonlight Mile is like some kind of magical Goldilocks bar — everything here is just right. A large group of us recently spent a good chunk of the night here for a friend’s birthday celebration and, while patrons came and went all night, somehow the crowd size and noise level always seemed perfect — crowded enough to feel fun and vibrant, but never so crowded or loud that you felt even remotely claustrophobic, or as if you couldn’t hear the person standing two feet from you. The décor is dark yet somehow warm and welcoming, like any good bar should be.
But now, I’ve buried the lede. should have gotten to the drinks first, shouldn’t I have? Again, I think a perfect array of options for any drinker in your party — an excellent, diverse assortment of about 12 craft beers on tap, a small but solid wine list (the Albarino was very popular), and wonderful cocktails, solid and unpretentious (just like the bar). They are created with care and precision (but, blissfully, not by people with waxed moustaches and knickerbockers). My personal favorites were the Kennessee Old Fashioned (Bourbon, Sassafras Syrup & Bitters) and the Greenpoint Sour (Rye, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Egg White & Blueberry Port).
Music, you say? A good bar needs excellent tuneage? The jukebox is free — yes, FREE!!! — and yet, judging by the number of our songs we heard during the night, none of the fine patrons of this lovely establishment abuse this privilege and commandeer the juke to play 40 songs in a row. Not to mention that the jukebox seems impeccably curated, with a diverse array of musical eras and genres. I’d say I fully love (and probably own or owned) 97% of the albums on the box –just drop the Bush album and the 2 Springsteen albums and I’ll say your batting 1.000, Moonlight Mile!
This bar was so wonderful, just immediately made me feel so completely at home, that it seriously made me wish that I lived in Greenpoint. I mean, until I got to the subway station to go home and saw that hope-​killing, neon-​green circular G staring me in the face, but nevertheless… I am sure it will make me get back on that G train in the future, which is indeed no small feat.

This place is magical. I honestly don’t even know what it is about this place that made me fall in love with it. It might be Gary’s soothing hospitality, the jukebox in the back, the super friendly bartenders, the high end selection of drinks, and the down to earth vibe and distant location — a pearl amidst the quiet streets of Greenpoint — overlooking the city.
This place is one of those unique spots I just can’t explain on paper. It’s like a mental escape from the city that hits you the moment you step in. It’s some kind of Neverland — only with alcohol. And plenty of it. This place is second to none. Come and experience it.

Like a good friend this place is unpretentious and full of whiskey. Great drink selection, friendly bartenders, and a free jukebox. I really appreciated the volume of the place: the music was loud enough to hear but not overpowering, making this a great place to actually talk to someone.

Soooooo, I run past this bar all the time while jogging. Recently, I was asked to attend a business meeting here on an early evening. The weather was mild with a brisk breeze that made it perfect for their large windows to be open. My business date and I ordered the White Walker and the Ned Walker (White Walker and Ned Stark mixed together). Both of the cocktails were FANTASTIC! The ambiance was stellar, the bathroom was clean, but above all, the customer service was unmatchable! I could have sworn I actually saw these bartenders smile when we walked in! Yes, ladies and gentleman, there is still a bar in Greenpoint that employs smiling wait staff to tend to you in exchange for paying them money and tipping them 15% to 20% of YOUR hard earned cash!
Noah is one of the bartender gems that I have seen the last few times I have stopped by (yes, I came back!) He is so hospitable and kind and his White Walker is a mean one!
Thanks so much for the great drinks, service, and smiles Moonlight!!! Please don’t ever change!

Came here on a weekday evening and it was nearly empty, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing because the place is small to begin with. Recommend the Milk Stout if you like dark beers. I liked how a glass of water was automatically supplied along with the drink. There are high tables by the large, widely open windows, or you can sit at the bar.
The ambience is intimate and quiet, dimly lit, which makes it a great date spot and also presumably the reason why there’s no food menu — it’s like the business casual of bars.

Good bar. Smaller than it looks. Friendly service and has a good bourbon ale… yum. Fun to people watch at the big window.

The Moonlight Mile is my work bar of choice. I’ve frequented their establishment for many a happy hour, and they’re always happy to greet us with awesome service (and whiskey). The owner and bartenders are extremely friendly. I recently brought a crowd over after work to celebrate my birthday and they gave me some birthday libations on the house!
The whiskey and beer menus are extensive, and the cocktails are great!
I’m not usually a whiskey drinker, but the Suckerpunch and Greenpoint Sour are both really flavorful (and make you forget that you’re even drinking whiskey). The Suckerpunch is like a tropical beach drink, but in the heart of Greenpoint. The Greenpoint Sour is sweet and frothy (thank you, egg). Try them!
They don’t serve much in the way of food (just a few small bar snacks), but if you ask, they’re usually willing to let you order in food.
The Moonlight Mile is a must-​visit if you’re in the neighborhood and a must-​try period if you’re a whiskey lover. Oh, and did I mention the free jukebox?

Like delicious cocktails and great beer? Of course you do. Like a super friendly and easy going atmosphere? Of course you do. Like good music? Absolutely. This place is fantastic. Everything about it – the drink menu, the obscene amount of quality whiskey offered, the jukebox, the owner and staff, the patrons. The place is impeccably clean – probably the cleanest bar I’ve ever seen, in fact.
I’m surprised this place only has 20 reviews. What is not surprising is that they are all five stars. There is so much thought and love put into this bar that a Unilocal review will not do it justice. You have to just go by and check it out for yourself. Love it here.

#1 favorite spot for a drink or three in Greenpoint. The beers are always cold, the cocktails are always spot on, and the service is fantastic. They are all knowledgeable about the whiskeys they carry which is no small feat when you have over 170 to choose from! Atmosphere is perfect, not stuffy or pretentious and not divey. Don’t get me wrong, there’s always a need for a good dive bar but sometimes you want to have a drink with the lights on. Free juke box. just sayin. Head over and have a great time with some friends.

We were exploring the neighborhood after brunch and happened to stumble upon this gem — a whiskey bar of all places. They don’t serve food, but that was fine with us; we’re on a liquid diet half the time anyway. Felt right at home here being a whiskey enthusiast and found a few cocktails to suit our flavor preferences as well. Our bartender Neal was quick to offer some recommendations — one sweet and one smokey.
I opted for the Moonlight Mile cocktail — their signature drink made with bourbon, homemade honey syrup, lemon juice and topped with champagne — this was the perfect choice for me as I love champagne and the sweetness cut through the bourbon just right. My other half went for the Kennessee Old Fashioned — usually made with a double rye whiskey, but he opted to substitute High West Whiskey Campfire, which added just enough smokiness. The KOF is also made with (expertly by Neil) homemade sassafras Syrup and angostura bitters — it’s a smoked-​up spin on a classic drink.
You’ll have to do quite a bit of scrolling to find an unhappy soul who Unilocaled about Moonlight Mile and it sounds to us like they were just in a bad mood — don’t let one bad egg ruin the bunch, we always say!
Check out Moonlight Mile’s website for their full list of signature cocktails, extensive American whiskey collection and beers — we didn’t even have a chance to delve into their impressive beer offerings, but it’s sure enough reason for us to come back!

Excellent music, great drinks (and strong), great location, cute space. I’d definitely come back!

The owner and his team took great care of me. Great cocktails, excellent knowledge of the countless bottles of American whiskeys on the wall, and excellent service — what more can you ask for?! Check this place out! Excellent beer list to boot.
–Mike (the guy who loves Koval whiskey)

It’s hard to remember living in the neighborhood without Moonlight Mile being right around the block. I truly love this place — the owners and bartenders have done a great job creating a unique and welcoming environment.
I always end up striking up a conversation with other patrons and have a fun, stress-​free time. Gary, Willie and Noah are super knowledgeable and have turned me onto some of favorite whiskeys in the past year.
Also, you gotta love the free jukebox!

I can’t say enough good things about this place, it’s truly a gem. I only found out about it a few weeks ago and have been back three times since. The bartenders and owner are genuinely friendly, which is a real change in comparison to some of the other local bars in the neighborhood.
The atmosphere is great too, tons of light and open windows. Oh yeah, and THE DRINKS. So, so good. Sure, they’re not the cheapest, but sometimes a girl’s got to treat herself. Plus, the ingredients are all super fresh and amazing.
Good job, Moonlight Mile! You’re my new fave.

This is a must visit place. The bartenders and customers are more than welcoming but super friendly. Lots if places to sit with great views of the bar and outside.
The décor is mostly wood and clear lines with steal chairs that pop!

Good
Cocktails,
Free jukebox,
People watching
Windows for lazy bourbon afternoons.