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A place · Bar · Brooklyn Heights/Cobble Hill · on 1 of my list

Sleyenda.

Worth it, says Antonina. For the holidays, it transforms into one of the best Christmas pop-up bars in Brooklyn, dubbed Sleyenda.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best Christmas pop-up bars in New York
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  • Address221 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
  • From my guide, updated February 2024.

Host Bar: LeyendaAddress: 221 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201Dates: Late November to late December

Leyenda is a Brooklyn bar that shines a light on Latin-American spirits. For the holidays, it transforms into one of the best Christmas pop-up bars in Brooklyn, dubbed Sleyenda. Staying true to its roots, the bar’s holiday menu adds twists to popular Latin-American drinks.

The Coquito Ho Ho, Kwanzaa Colada, and Mexican Hot Chocolate are classic cocktails sprinkled with festive touches. And for all my fellow Netflix lovers, Sleyenda is partly owned by Julie Reiner, who was recently a judge on the show Drink Masters.

Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.
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Brooklyn Heights/Cobble Hill