Alligator Lounge

02/13/2008 Posted by Hymburglar

I read tijuanadonkey's review and have to say it's just flat-out narrow minded (I'd say a word that starts with an R and rhymes with Bassist, but citysearch won't let me. weird.). He's basically saying, "This place would be great, but there are Mexicans and they scare me. I want to go back to Barcade, where only white people like me hang out." He seems like the kind of guy who looks at people painting a house and then wonders why on earth they don't just live off their mommies and daddies, then goes and paints a picture to express his sadness and anger at the world because Mommy didn't deposit his allowance yet. That being said, I've never had a bad time at the Alligator Lounge. The pizza is good, the beer decently priced, and the music good. It can get crowded at times, but not any more than any other bar. It's not a place I'd spend an entire night at, but a great place to have a pitcher or two and some pizza while talking with a friend about anything. I really can't complain about anything, so I'm giving it five stars.

08/27/2007 Posted by tijuanadonkey

ALLIGATOR LOUNGE has the potential to be the second best bar in Williamsburg. The best is and will remain BARCADE where video games rule. ALLIGATOR on the other hand is great because unlike many of it's contemporaries is not pretentious. Most 'Burg bars refuse to stock everyday beers like Budweiser and Coors. They also refuse to have a television, both of those things are too "common." Maybe the proletariat enjoy watching mundane banalities like a game after a hard day of work, but that's for the peasants they feel. This bar refuses to go along with that. Actually, they take the ethic of giving people what they want to the next level. They offer free pizza, yes, FREE. All you have to do is buy a beer and a delicious brick oven pie is yours. I went this Friday to see a new addition. Bands, the seldom used back room is now offering live music. Awesome. I hope this trend continues. My only complaint in this department is the lack of air conditioning in the back. But I love the tiki motif, too bad some piece of doodoo decided to tag up the back wall. Speaking of the feces people, this is the one thing that demotes the bar. The crowd is diverse, unfortunately in a neighborhood that includes many mestizo residents that means some of these two legged vermin will come by for the free grub. Standing outside the bar I witnessed one large specimen assaulted some poor patron coming out of the bar with his girlfriend. In true scumbag fashion the subhuman landed a massive shot to the head of the guy while his back was turned. I give to the girl credit as she started swinging at the back peddling human dung heap. He walked away. Best was the yard ape standing outside pretending to be a bouncer. Between bites of his sandwich and ogling all he could muster at the savagery he was responsible for handling was a few halfhearted "Yo, yo, yo's." Worthless. Too bad because if you take away this element, ALLIGATOR LOUNGE will be the second best bar in Williamsburg.

Pros: free pizza, good beer

Cons: low life clientele at night

02/25/2007 Posted by kaplack

Cool place to hang out friendly staff, good pizza, nice decor. Free pizza and good pizza with a beverage, is that cool or what. Check out the back room vibe too.

08/02/2006 Posted by uandme2gether

Pretty much has everything you would want in a local bar. (Pool table, juke box, good people). The 2 unique things about this place are: A FREE COMEDY SHOW & FREE PIZZA on Tuesday nights. The comedy show is in the back room & starts about 9:30. Not all the comedians were great, but what we got for FREE, was quite entertaining & fun. Some of the ethnic comedians were unique & very funny. I'd like to go back to see the Free comedy show again. It's a night better than staying home & watching TV. After the show we had more fun meeting other people and even talked to a few of the comedians on the show. The great thing about it was NO Cover Charge & No drink minimum enforced like they do in the comedy clubs. The Free Pizza was ok also. It's not the best pizza, but again, it's free.

Pros: Free comedy show & Free pizza on Tuesday nights

Cons: Could use a better microphone system in the back

04/20/2006 Posted by kheffernan

A kitschy little spot that can be amusing, but usually somewhat unappealing... good meet-up spot, but shouldn't be the final destination. Big draw is the tasty free pizzas that come with each drink (when you ask)... plus, they're cooked right in front of you in a brick oven.

Pros: Free pizza

01/10/2006 Posted by boscorama

Despite the fact that this joint is co-owned or owned by the same folks as Capone's , Metropolitan and who knows what else- they are just not plugged into the neighborhood vibe. And no, I'm not talking about androgynous indie rockers, I'm talking about the folks who actually work for a living and know how to tip well, myself included. The few times I've been here the service was so poor and the staff so unfriendly, I was compelled to write this review. I will take my money and my friends elsewhere, thank you.

Pros: 'free pizza', near subway

Cons: bad attitude, crappy decor, abyssmal service

10/11/2004 Posted by tankerlove

The Alligator Lounge is one of my new favorite hangouts. It's a great after-work bar to visit alone or with friends. The decor isn't great, but the beer is reasonably priced (approx 3.50) and (as you know by now) comes with a free personal pizza. The pizza is good, esspecially if you've already hit a couple of bars. They also have cozy booths and a pool table. All in all this is a great place to go with friends for a cheap night out.

Pros: Free Pizza, Pool Table, Nice Staff

03/24/2004 Posted by rayge71

this is an undiscovered gem of a bar. great drink specials and hot brick oven pizza in a clean, brandie new space--a converted pizza joint. there are 2 different jukeboxes-- one in the main bar and another (with a completely different discography) in the backroom, which is like an indoor patio. there are 2 dart boards and a pool table, as well as several video games. the crowd is low-key and the backroom offers a large space for a semi-private party or to just hang out.

Pros: Great Pizza, double jukebox, shiny and new