The Hidden Pearl

621 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222

One of NYC’s best bar treasures, The Hidden Pearl is hidden in the back of Wanpaku Ramen in Brooklyn’s busy Greenpoint ‘hood. Skylights imbue gentle light over the white-walled space accented with touches of tan, navy blue and green plants. The intimate space benefits from skilled, friendly bartenders and snacks from the restaurant like uni shooters. Drinks are impeccably delicious, whether a JBS highball (gin, pear brandy, dry vermouth, ginger, shiso, lemon, seltzer) or Fireflies on the Water, an intriguing mix of gin, pommeau, orange bitters and genepy, given a vinegary-acidic kick from verjus.