Ресторан · the Bronx · ⭐ 8.7/10 · 1177 reviews · $$ · updated: 2026-06-30 19:30:19
Address: 170 W 231st St, Bronx, NY 10463, United States
The Bronx Public: Burgers, Mofongo and a Hip-Hop Heartbeat
Graffiti-covered walls, exposed beams and a kitchen that treats a half-pound burger and shrimp mofongo as equal citizens — The Bronx Public is Kingsbridge’s answer to the question of what a borough-proud gastropub should look like. Loud, generous and unmistakably local.
The Concept
The formula is American comfort food crossed with Latin flavor, served under an art-and-music program that honors the Bronx as the birthplace of hip-hop. Street-art murals set the visuals, DJs and live sets supply the soundtrack, and the bar keeps a steady rotation of draft beer and inventive cocktails. It’s equal parts neighborhood bar, taco joint and weekend party.
What to Order
The BXP Burger — a half-pound local beef blend on a griddled potato roll — is the flagship, with crispy wings and a slider trio (beef, buffalo chicken or house-made veggie) close behind. The Latin side of the menu stars mofongo with garlic-butter shrimp and street-style tacos on corn tortillas with green or red salsa. Brunch brings warm biscuits with raspberry and strawberry butter; the Pistachio Martini and Bronx Hawaiian lead the cocktail board.
The Space
Raw beams, brick and floor-to-ceiling graffiti give the room a warehouse-party energy that shifts with the hour — sports crowds by afternoon, DJ sets and birthday tables by night. Screens carry the big games; the volume rises accordingly and nobody minds.
Who It’s For
Hip-hop heads showing friends the culture, brunch groups with stamina, taco-night loyalists and anyone who wants their burger with a side of borough pride.
Good to Know
Is there a weekly rhythm worth planning around? Yes — Monday draft specials, Taco Thursday with extended happy hour, and DJ-driven weekends.
How does brunch work? Weekend brunch offers a timed boozy option alongside the food menu — biscuits first, decisions later.
Do they show sports? All the major games, with the Super Bowl treated as a holiday; arrive early for a table.
Can it host a party? Yes — private parties and full catering are part of the offer, with the DJ booth as a bonus.
Anything for vegetarians? The house-made veggie sliders are a genuine option, not a concession, plus meat-free sides across the menu.
Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00–00:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–02:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–02:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00–00:00 |
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Visitor reviews
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 19:30:19
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The Bronx Public — Brunch done right
The Bronx Public is a fantastic local bar with a strong brunch lineup. The staff are attentive, the portions generous, and it feels relaxed and unhurried.
Highlights:
• The house-m…
My wife brought me here for my birthday, she knows how much the Bronx and hip-hop mean to me. This place is a must-visit if you want to get to know hip-hop culture and taste the best food/drinks the Bronx has to offer.
I came here for brunch to celebrate a birthday, and the food was really tasty. The service was quick, and the drinks were very tasty too! It's a shame there was no DJ on the day we came, as promised, but we still had a g…
Friendly, attentive service. A wide menu of food and drinks with variety. I liked the sangria. The pesto pasta was tasty, but it had too much sauce. I'd also like the happy-hour menu to have more dishes and lower prices.
If you're looking for a place with atmosphere to watch a game and grab a bite (or a snack), you've found it. The Bronx Public is a comfortable, familiar sports bar/restaurant with a bottomless drink selection during week…