It's on 2 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Cost$.60 an ounce
- Address82 Prospect St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Located just a short 10 minute walk from the Time Out Market in DUMBO, Randolph Beer is an underrated beer garden in NYC that doesn’t get the attention it deserves.
The coolest feature at this popular NYC beer garden is the self-serve wall of brews. Essentially how it works is you pre-load a card with money and head on over to the wall. There, you’ll rest the card over the brew you’d like and you pay $.60 an ounce. It’s a great way to try multiple beers without breaking the bank!
If it still sounds confusing, don’t worry! Just ask the staff to show you how it works and they’re more than willing to help. As far as what they have on tap, the beer selection is always rotating and changing. Check out the current menu before visiting.
There are plenty of food and drink options so the choices never feel limited. The space is great for large groups and you can easily spend hours here fully entertained. If you’re looking for the most unique beer garden in NYC, you’ll have a hard time beating Randolph Beer.
Randolph Beer is known for two things. First, the breathtaking panoramic views from the rooftop. And second, an impressive self-serve beer wall that features more than 24 rotating brews.
Offering one of the most unique experiences in DUMBO, simply pre-load a card at the “beer ATM” and enjoy the wall of beer (charged per ounce). It’s a fun way to spend an hour (or two) catching up with good friends.