Brickhouse

Reviews

• Mark H.

  star star star star star_border 29 May 2026

  I don't like jam, but dive bars are my jam. The Brickhouse is hella cool dude.
  
  I can't describe the decor. Just check it out. Grab a pitcher and sit on one of many collectables.
  
  This is one of the places you could spend hours at without even glancing at your phone.
  
  Happy place.

• Melissa F.

  star star star star star 28 May 2026

  I VERY much understand the charm of this place.
  It's not really an acquired taste.  You either get it or you don't.
  Leo is the best.
  
  *Short review warning: Sometimes I write excessively short reviews because this place is either 1) A consistent 5-star shut out review (meaning not even a MINORITY will give it less than 5 stars), or 2) There is something so special about this place that it's worth GOING and not mulling about on yelp to decide if it's worth it.

• Becca S.

  star star star star_border star_border 17 May 2026

  If you're looking for a dungeon-y, swanky, and utterly grungey-cool dive in bar to sink your butts in (because their seating is an assortment of comfy couches), then you're probably looking for Brickhouse.
  
  Brickhouse is located only a walk away from Main Street-Science World skytrain, so it's accessible. The decór is neat, the music is mediocre, and the only bartender I've ever seen there is Leo. (I think he actually owns the place, but don't take my word for it.)
  
  Leo's got a bit of charm, but has tendencies to scare off some customers with his cranky, grumpy attitude on the Friday and Saturday nights. Although, I guess if I had to serve a bunch of drunk assholes all night, I'd get a little impatient as well.
  
  Other than that, there are some alright drink specials, nothing crazy. There's no food, so if you're just looking for a place to hang out with friends and play darts, pool, or just get cuddly on a couch and chat, Brickhouse ain't a bad pick.

• Edward L.

  star star star star star_border 14 May 2026

  Came here as a direct result of getting a tip from Reena M.  This place delivers big time.
  
  Parking is available if you look on the side streets.  Otherwise you're looking at metered spots along Main.
  
  The Brickhouse really is a Dive bar with a capital D.  When I first tried going in, I went to the front door only to realize it was gated and padlocked.  Huh?  The signs on the glass tell you to go to the back.  Simple enough, until you realize you have to go through a dingy alley completely with hobos.  At this point you're also checking your back to make sure you're not about to get mugged or shanked.  When you finally do get to the back, the door is also locked.  Huh?  Oh, you're supposed to rap on the door LOUDLY, then someone is supposed to open the door!?  My head was filling up with crazy unpleasant thoughts when I went through this "Brickhouse rookie initiation" process.
  
  Fortunately, the bartender came a-running and let me in after a few seconds of utter confusion.  Wow, this place smells (literally) of character.  By character I mean really really dusty upholstery.  It was filled literally to the ceiling with vintage knick-knacks, from old textbooks (for those who want to feel "learned") to old soda dispensers.  The entire bar is operated by one(!) cheerful girl, who has got to be the friendliest and most dedicated bartender I have ever met in a long time.  More on her later, as she deserves a special mention.  In the back is a pool table.
  
  Seating came in the form of vintage mismatched (and somewhat dusty) couches arranged around the edges, as well as a couple of tables.  The place had a very homely feel to it, as if you are in someone's basement.  There were some oldies playing in the background, which added to the vintage feel.
  
  The drink selection is quite wide, with highballs and cocktails to alcoholic eggnog to beer.  The beer is some 8 types, all served draught.  Only $4.75 (somewhat cheap) for a glass, and $17 (average priced) for a pitcher.
  
  I need to talk specifically about the bartender.  She went WAY beyond her duties for my friends and I tonight.  When I asked about a beer, she gave me a small "sample glass" after telling me a couple of things about the brew in question.  When my friends wanted coffees (some didn't drink), she gladly made a pot for them, no questions asked, for free.  She even helped them add their sugars and creams.  Our group left her a generous tip at the end of the night.
  
  Even though a few of my friends initially wanted to cancel last-minute when they realized the location and surroundings of this bar, at the end ALL of them were very glad they showed up.  The Brickhouse really is something.  You won't be here for the upscale experience, but this is the place to be if you want character.  Recommended.

• Holly M.

  star star star star star_border 8 May 2026

  Filthy fun. This place is a glorious and legit dive bar - the bar owner literally stops the music when he's about to throw someone out. It's not a place you'd really want to go to sober, which I guess is why it opens quite late.
  
  The lighting is low, the decor is worn, the furniture is comfy. You can start a tab at the bar (I think their card limit is pretty high otherwise), and most likely you'll be amazed at how cheap the total is come the end of the night. It must have been only around $4 for a glass of wine, if that.
  
  This place is like hanging out in the living room at your most irresponsible friend's house. May it live forever.