This is what the Meat Packing District has always needed -a place for those that actually enjoy others company. No - it thankfully is not the place you go to see and be seen ( as I suppose was main problem the few who have called the clients here ugly had - maybe those that use those type of qualifiers should be forced to post a photo of themselves so we might all judge them as well.) Its a joint in the best use of that term. It feels like a REAL neighborhood place as soon as you walk through the door. Heads don't turn on a swivel to see ""who"" you might be. They are too busy enjoying each others company to bother. The food here is well above most pub food and the fish and chips are exceptional with a great bear selection. On spot bartenders that are friendly and attentive if you show up without attitude - its not that kind of place. For those of you that require that there are plenty of places like that in this neighborhood - PLEASE stay there and leave this rare space to the simple folk from the neighborhood and the like. Another up side to the bar are the ON SITE owners. Uncommon in this district where the owners of most of the places in the MPD rarely show their faces. Finally - coming down here at night wobbling in your 6""+ heels over the cobblestones and wearing the latest overpriced designer duds expecting a Meat Packing District experience- you will likely not find the Brass Monkey to your liking. But that's a shame - since it (along with Hectors and Hogs & Heifers) are what keeps the true flavor of this neighborhood intact.
Pros: A real neighborhood bar
Cons: Its not in a REAL neighborhood
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