Frank's Cocktail Lounge: Big ladies in bigger hats, polite men in suits, BAM culture-seekers, young locals looking for something different—you’ll meet all sorts of characters at Frank’s, Fort Greene’s epitome of old-school cool. It’s part funky dance hall, with frequent DJ parties and live performances, and part glass-topped diner tables (though they don’t serve food); it’s “Live at the Apollo!” meets a generic hotel bar, all mirrors, strings of light, and peanuts. Event nights, which include regular DJs, karaoke, and funk-and-soul parties, bring in decent crowds, loud music, and sometimes a cover or drink minimum. The quieter off-nights provide a lovely, low-key local flavor, conducive to conversation with total strangers. Take your pick. |
