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Ask for Janice

Greenpoint · Cocktail Bar

640 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11222Directions
4.0★★★★★★★★★★104 reviews

A funky Greenpoint speakeasy where cocktails come with pizza access.

Ask for Janice is a $$ Cocktail Bar restaurant in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”
“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”
“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”“cocktails and drinks” · “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕” · “pizza Went” · “pizza Went on Wed” · “perfect cocktail” · “perfect cocktail There’s”
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Why go

Ask for Janice is a $$ cocktail bar with a 4.0 Google rating from 104 reviews, and the review language points to funky, tucked-away, and speakeasy-adjacent. Guests describe it as sitting behind Upside Pizza in Greenpoint, with a room that feels more like a little discovery than a standard bar stop.

The drinks get praise, especially Strawberry Swing and Love Like Honey, which one reviewer called a tie for best drink of the night. Blackbird shows 10 all-time on-chain check-ins between October 16, 2024 and February 4, 2025, with Thursday and Saturday as its busiest check-in days—small-sample data, but useful if you like reading the room.

Pizza access is part of the appeal. Reviewers mention ordering from the pizzeria, with creamy spinach pizza singled out as an absolute favorite.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Neighborhood story

Reviewers place Ask for Janice in Greenpoint and describe it as a funky speakeasy tucked behind Upside Pizza, with cocktails and pizza access shaping the story.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Fast facts

  • Blackbird has recorded 10 all-time check-ins here.
  • Thursday and Saturday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google shows a 4.0 rating across 104 reviews.
  • Reviewers mention its speakeasy feel, including one who described it as tucked behind Upside Pizza.
  • Strawberry Swing and Love Like Honey were both praised by name.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

Its Blackbird check-ins cluster most on Thursday and Saturday, making those the clearest on-chain signals for busier days.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

What people say

What people say

From real reviews
  • “cocktails and drinks”
  • “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕”
  • “pizza Went”
  • “pizza Went on Wed”
  • “perfect cocktail”
  • “perfect cocktail There’s”
  • “cocktail There’s”
  • “cocktail There’s a tie”
Funny speakeasy 🕺💃✨ Tried mocktail with pandan - new to me, didn't get it. Super convenient to get pizza 🍕. Went on Wed right after opening - quit & enjoyable.
Y R6 months ago
Exceeded expectations! Hayes and Jordan were awesome! They were attentive and gave all the guidance one would need in selecting the perfect cocktail! There’s a tie for Best drink of the night burn Strawberry Swing and Love Like Honey! The creamy spinach pizza was my absolute f…
Latoya Whiting6 months ago
Funky little speakeasy tucked behind Upside Pizza in Greenpoint Went here on a Monday afternoon. The decor and ambiance was dope. It’s cool that you can also order from the pizzeria. Didn’t get to try the food, but it smelled great. The staff was friendly. The drinks were pre…
Dwight Kenneth2 years ago
Google reviews/ updated 10d ago

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Why go

Ask for Janice is a $$ cocktail bar with a 4.0 Google rating from 104 reviews, and the review language points to funky, tucked-away, and speakeasy-adjacent. Guests describe it as sitting behind Upside Pizza in Greenpoint, with a room that feels more like a little discovery than a standard bar stop.

The drinks get praise, especially Strawberry Swing and Love Like Honey, which one reviewer called a tie for best drink of the night. Blackbird shows 10 all-time on-chain check-ins between October 16, 2024 and February 4, 2025, with Thursday and Saturday as its busiest check-in days—small-sample data, but useful if you like reading the room.

Pizza access is part of the appeal. Reviewers mention ordering from the pizzeria, with creamy spinach pizza singled out as an absolute favorite.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Review signal

4.0

104 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

What to order

editorial/ updated 10d ago

What people say

What people say

From real reviews
  • “cocktails and drinks”
  • “Super convenient to get pizza 🍕”
  • “pizza Went”
  • “pizza Went on Wed”
  • “perfect cocktail”
  • “perfect cocktail There’s”
  • “cocktail There’s”
  • “cocktail There’s a tie”
Funny speakeasy 🕺💃✨ Tried mocktail with pandan - new to me, didn't get it. Super convenient to get pizza 🍕. Went on Wed right after opening - quit & enjoyable.
Y R6 months ago
Exceeded expectations! Hayes and Jordan were awesome! They were attentive and gave all the guidance one would need in selecting the perfect cocktail! There’s a tie for Best drink of the night burn Strawberry Swing and Love Like Honey! The creamy spinach pizza was my absolute f…
Latoya Whiting6 months ago
Funky little speakeasy tucked behind Upside Pizza in Greenpoint Went here on a Monday afternoon. The decor and ambiance was dope. It’s cool that you can also order from the pizzeria. Didn’t get to try the food, but it smelled great. The staff was friendly. The drinks were pre…
Dwight Kenneth2 years ago
Google reviews/ updated 10d ago

Neighborhood story

Reviewers place Ask for Janice in Greenpoint and describe it as a funky speakeasy tucked behind Upside Pizza, with cocktails and pizza access shaping the story.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Fast facts

  • Blackbird has recorded 10 all-time check-ins here.
  • Thursday and Saturday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google shows a 4.0 rating across 104 reviews.
  • Reviewers mention its speakeasy feel, including one who described it as tucked behind Upside Pizza.
  • Strawberry Swing and Love Like Honey were both praised by name.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

Its Blackbird check-ins cluster most on Thursday and Saturday, making those the clearest on-chain signals for busier days.

editorial/ updated 10d ago
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FAQ

What kind of food does Ask for Janice serve?

Ask for Janice serves Cocktail Bar cuisine.

How expensive is Ask for Janice?

Ask for Janice is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

Where is Ask for Janice located?

Ask for Janice is located at 640 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11222.

How do I check in at Ask for Janice?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Ask for Janice in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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