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Maison Premiere

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Essential Information
Today12:00 - 01:00
Address
298 Bedford Ave, New York, 11249
Reservations
Walk-ins

Reservations available for booking, as evidenced by customer reviews mentioning 'booked a weekend afternoon spot'

Price Range
$$$
About

Maison Premiere is a distinguished oyster and cocktail bar in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood, offering an enchanting 1920s vintage atmosphere that transports guests to a bygone era. This acclaimed establishment features an extensive oyster selection with fresh, high-quality varieties, complemented by expertly crafted absinthe cocktails including their celebrated Chrysanthemum Absinthe. The venue boasts both an intimate indoor space with live jazz music and a charming tropical garden patio perfect for romantic evenings. Known for New Orleans-inspired cuisine, Maison Premiere serves exceptional dishes like crab toast, lamb saddle, and their signature absinthe crème brûlée. The bar's vintage décor, period-dressed staff, and funky jazz soundtrack create an immersive experience ideal for dates, celebrations, or sophisticated nights out. With a reputation for excellence in both cocktails and oysters, this Williamsburg gem delivers a superb gastronomical experience in an unforgettable setting.

Ambiance & Features

Immersive 1920s vintage atmosphere with dark, old-world décor, period-dressed staff, live jazz music, and a charming tropical garden patio. The interior features cozy seating with romantic lighting, while the backyard garden offers an enchanting outdoor experience perfect for special occasions.

Atmosphere

Vintage
1920s
Romantic
Cozy
Jazz
Old World
Tropical Garden
Intimate
Stylish
Retro

Noise Level

moderate

Lighting

dim

Music

jazz, live-music, funky-jazz

Features

outdoor-seating
garden-patio
live-music
oyster-bar
absinthe-selection
new-orleans-cuisine
vintage-decor
date-spot
Our Ratings
9.0
/10

Overall Score

Our BCG weighted scoring system

Score Breakdown

Cocktail Quality

9.2

Service

9.4

Ambiance

9.6

Value

8.0

Accessibility

5.0

✗ Not confirmed accessible

Awards & Recognition
North America's 50 Best Bars
North America's 50 Best Bars(#33) 2025, (#41) 2024, (#39) 2023
Good to Know

Food & Menu

✓ Food menu available

oysters
seafood
new-orleans
small-plates
french-inspired

Extensive oyster selection with multiple varieties, crab toast, lamb saddle, beef tartare with exceptional sourdough bread, absinthe crème brûlée

What People Say

Overall Sentiment:

overwhelmingly positive

Guests Love

  • oyster quality
  • cocktails
  • atmosphere
  • service
  • garden patio
  • vintage vibe
  • live music
  • food quality

Other Considerations

  • pricey
  • bug bites in garden

Location

298 Bedford Ave, New York, undefined undefined, US

Directions

40.714269, -73.961665

Cocktail Menu

Signature Cocktails

House Specialties
absinthe cocktail icon

Chrysanthemum Absinthe

absinthe

Absinthe-based cocktail, described as a favorite signature drink