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"The official alternative to Radegast, Spritzenhaus is a little less popular because a) it’s slightly further from Manhattan and b) the setup isn’t as quaint and beer-garden-y. But the important thing is that less popular means less crowded. Get a beer and some snacks and sit by the fireplace. And if there are people who like you, bring them too. There’s plenty of room." - bryan kim, matt tervooren

"Pretty done with alternating group hangouts at Radegast and Berry Park? The next time you and your people are looking for a place to drink beer, head to Spritzenhaus instead. In the winter there’s a fireplace, and in the summer they open up the big garage doors so it feels like an indoor/outdoor hang." - bryan kim, katherine lewin, neha talreja, kenny yang

"The next time your kids wake up on a weekend morning and start demanding authentic German beer garden food, take them to Spritzenhaus, where they’re welcome anytime before 7pm. There are lots of big tables inside, and there’s also some sidewalk seating when it’s warm out - plus, McCarren Park is just across the street." - bryan kim, matt tervooren

"The communal picnic tables in front of Spritzenhaus are ideal when you’re with a big group and you want to make your drinking commute as fast as possible. In case you need some shade after an errant soccer ball breaks your sunglasses, you can drink steins of beer and eat giant pretzels indoors here too. And if you’re still feeling competitive, this place has plenty of games." - matt tervooren

"Spritzenhaus has become Greenpoint’s go-to party locale. The vast room of communal tables, with several bars, means easy access to space, and the expansive beer list, cocktails, and German-style dishes are easy party fare. The bar opens up to the outdoors in nicer months, and in winter, wood fires make things cozy. Large groups can freely reserve space, but last-minute partiers can also hover for communal seating in a pinch." - Paul Schrodt, Stefanie Tuder