Brouwerij Lane is a craft beer bar and bottle shop that opened in Brooklyn, New York in March 2009. It was founded by Ed Raven. He started out as a salesman for Brooklyn Brewery during the 1980s. Eventually he founded his own beer imports company called Raven Importing Company. Raven ultimately wanted to open his own craft beer bar and bottle shop where he could offer consumers microbrews and high quality European brews. The new business, dubbed Brouwerij Lane, was the first of its kind in Brooklyn's Greenpoint neighborhood. Brouwerij Lane has 19 rotating draught lines as well as 150+ cans and bottles of local, imported, rare and unique craft brews. Raven also teamed up with brewmaster Chris Prout to open the Dirck the Norseman restaurant and brewpub in 2014. It later evolved into Greenpoint Beer & Ale Company, but it sadly closed its doors in 2024. I recently visited Brouwerij Lane while I was in Brooklyn to see a concert. I arrived early in the day so I could explore some beer bars and shops throughout Williamsburg and Greenpoint. Both neighborhoods have bustling craft beer scenes. Brouwerij Lane has been on my list of places to explore for a while. The interior is small but cozy. There were maybe six other customers enjoying beers when I arrived. I grabbed a table and then looked over the impressive draught menu. I decided to start off with a pour of Mighty Squirrel Brewing's "Volare" (Italian Pilsner). Italian Pilsners are my favorite variety of pilsners, and this one was excellent. Dry-hopped with noble hops, "Volare" (Italian for 'to fly') was crisp and delicious with a nice blend of citrusy notes and hints of freshly baked bread. I also had a look at the shop's impressive can/bottle selection and purchased a can of Brown Girl's Brew's "Lemon Pound Cake" (Lager) to take home. Before leaving, I enjoyed a pour of Brouwerij Van Steenberge's "Tripel De Garre" (Belgian Tripel). This was an AMAZING Belgian beer that had some excellent spice notes. I had an excellent experience at Brouwerij Lane and I highly recommend them to craft beer aficionados or those who want to learn about craft beer! read more

A variety of wonderful beers on tap stretching from all over the world. Good service and knowledgeable on all the beers they have here. I usually go here to get my growler filled with a variety of the IPAs. Great neighborhood spot to stop in for a drink or to bring something to a party. read more

This is a great beer store. It has a little outdoor area in the back with tables. The vibes here are chill and the staff here are great. They have an assortment of all different kinds of beer and they also have ciders, gluten free beer and NA ones too. There are some tables and barstools in the indoor area. I would deff come back here if and when I am in the area. I also saw they have some games here like uno. There are no tvs here. read more

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Fantastic beer bar in Greenpoint. Great selection of beers on tap, and even more options available in can/bottle form) as well as a variety of wines. The staff were very knowledgable and friendly. Decor is pretty fitting too. It's not a big spot though, so not ideal for larger groups. I came as a group of 4, grabbing drinks while we waited for a table at a nearby restaurant, and it was perfect. read more

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Have loved this tiny beer bar forever. Always amazing variety of beers on tap and in the cold case. Small tastes always appreciated. Love that pets can come too. Growlers filled. Super friendly and knowledgeable staff. Cozy front from. Really cool bathroom. Nice small outside back area too. It's unpretentious and so are the staff and customers. Just a chill place for good beer. Oh! And thanks for finding my bag and returning it with all intact. Who says New Yorkers aren't honest? We r the best! read more

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Chill little spot in GP with a top class draft selection and a small but nice back yard area. Perfect to grab a midday refreshment mid shopping etc. read more

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Cool beer store with games, outdoor patio and good music. Super relaxed place will for sure come back for another beer

I've had good experiences here but the bartender on Sunday early afternoon is misearable. I dont live there but my buddy who lives around the corner confirmed that bartender is always a prick. When i was checking out he didnt rotate the tip screen back to me until I asked- i wanted to ensure due to his terrible attitude and abysmal service that I left no tip. But the fact that he didn't rotate it makes me sketched out about what he would do, and does when patrons dont recognize that. I worked in service for many years and treat everyone with respect and always leave considerate tips unless I get appalling service. If i see that tool in there next time ill just coronas at the corner store. Other than that this place is solid but ive been to better craft beer joints. read more

Great beer bar. Draft list focuses on local and regional craft beer. Huge selection in their fridge. Open storefront which creates an awesome atmosphere when the weather is nice. Service is always quick and friendly. Cute little backyard space too. And they have Bike parking! read more

Do you like beer? Then you should probably get yourself over here, toot sweet (I don't know what that means either). This is not somewhere you come to pick up a 12-pack of Natty.* This isn't even where you come to grab a six of Newcastle, Negra Modelo, Leffe or any other beer you've tried previously. [For me at least,] Brouwerij Lane is about embarking on a voyage of discovery, a voyage across an unknown sea of beer. It is simply overflowing with a seemingly infinite number of obscure options; you could try a different beer every single day and it would take you a year to exhaust them all. They do have a host of awesome beers on tap, available by the growler or even the pint if you stubbed your toe earlier** and need beer in you right away. But my absolute favorite thing to do is to pick a BYO place I haven't yet been, and talk to the guy behind the counter about all the bottles I've never heard of. Tell him what sort of food you're planning on eating, and he can offer up all sorts suggestions for you. The little notes with ratings and pairing suggestions help as well, but I'm obviously a man of the people. Beware: some of them are not cheap. But if you're like me, that delicious 20 oz, 12% ABV beer is well worth the $14, especially considering that merely quaffable Pinot Grigio that your girlfriend wants to bring along costs about that anyway. __________ *For this, I'd head down the street to college. **Insert your own arbitrary excuse to drink during the day. read more

Stumbled upon this gem on a lazy Sunday ride through Williamsburg and greenpoint . They have an extensive draft list with some heavy hitters from the area. I heavily consumed some of the Grimm DIPA's. Equally impressive is the massive can line up that they have in the refrigerator. I definitely need to return with some friends to take my time to enjoy this wildly comfortable and perfectly decorated beer house! Don't want to forget the young lady that works there on Sunday's. Never got her name but was very pleasant talkative and informative . If she suggests a beer...... order tall and drink it !!!!!! read more

Wow! What a chill spot with an incredible selection of home brews and the best of what Belgium and the rest of the world has to offer. Lots of top Trappist selections with the proper glass! read more

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Super friendly bartenders and great selection of beers. The way I figure it, that's all you need to know. But apparently Yelp needs me to write more. read more

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I WAS SO HAPPY to see this place was able to stay open!!!! we need the booze right now more than ever. They were keeping clean and safe. Props to the short haired gal who helped me she kept it upbeat. and thank you to all staff working during this pandemic. You ARE the essential workers and i personally am glad you are in my hood please stay safe and strong read more

Craft Beer Heaven They have a huge selection of craft beer that is constantly changing. Enjoy the beer there or get containers filled to go. They have tap, bottles, and cans. No mainstream beer hear, it's the Brooklyn way, jew kno? read more

this is the coolest, hippest place for beer anywhere outside of Brussels. Friendly doesn't even start to tell you of the good energy here. I feel like a part of the family. read more

Great beers, a backyard, and sometimes food. Brouwerij Lane hits on all cylinders. True, it's not the biggest yard (especially when people are grilling hot dogs on a panini grill). And yes, it's awkward to stand around in the corner waiting for someone to be available to pour you a beer. But hey, this is beer we're talking about, not fine dining. Like most beer store/bar combinations, they have a rotating list of beers, ranging from local to imported specialties. Had a nice sour on tap. They also have kombucha so that's a thing. When I was there, they were grilling Fleishers wieners. I got the last one before the panini press broke and they had to pull out some sort of pancake griddle looking thing. But hey, good hot dog. read more

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The staff could stand to be a bit less hipster-douchey, but the draft beer selection is excellent, and you can fill your growlers here. Spuyten Duyvil's bottle curation is still vasty superior, but there are quality items to be found here, too, with helpful rating tags if you want to front run with someone else's "expert" opinion. Nice atmosphere with a wood-burning furnace for the winter and a few tables and counters to sit at while you imbibe. I've never been able to drink beer and shop for beer simultaneously before, but that's exactly what I did here. You just got to love New York. Combine with a visit to Paulie Gee's pizza restaurant down the street, if you happen to be in this part of Greenpoint anyway. read more

Been meaning to come here forever. It's a lot smaller than I thought but their selection is craaaaaaaazy. And not terribly expensive either. I like that you can get a half pint of anything on tap, and they have a great draft variety. No AC though, which means it's Pilsner and kolsch season for me. The man working there was helpful and fun to talk to! Anyone in this area who likes beer, even just a little bit, should come here. They have some games and plenty of kitschy cool stuff to look at. read more

Enjoyed some beers at Brouwerij Lane on Saturday evening. Full of personality and awesome brews, it is a cool spot to check out. Quality: Beer stores that also operate a beer bar, are not easy to do well. However, Brouwerij Lane is definitely one of the good ones. In addition to having a large selection of unique and tasty bottles, they also have a wide ranging tap of local and exclusive beers. This list is always changing, but I enjoyed a delicious imperial stout and flavorful brown ale during my visit. Quantity: Each draft beer is different, but sizes went from small to growlers. Also, guests can choose to open one of the many available bottles. Value: $6-$12 for Draft Pours. Ambiance: Brouwerij Lane is a beer store and bar located in the Greenpoint area of Brooklyn. From the outside you can immediately tell this place is going to be full of treasures. Push through the broken door, and you are met with a long tap full of tasty beers, as well as a set of fridges filled with even more options. It is not a big space inside, so when the weather is less than perfect, this area will fill up. But they also have an outdoor area that relieves the crowd on nicer days. The music was an eclectic mix of global electronic songs selected by the bartender. Crowd: Without the outdoor area, this beer bar can fill up quick. Part of the reason is they are one of a few places that allow dogs inside. Service: Sharp and witty bartender who was not worried about kicking out a customer who was being an ass. Parking: Some street parking in the area. read more

They have a frequent buyer card! They have beers brewed with live lobster! Indoor and outdoor seating! Friendly staff that will give you tastes even when their chalk board says they won't! Huge selection to purchase and take with you, and unique and seasonal picks to drink there. Loved it. $10 credit card minimum, but they have an ATM machine. read more

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If you're chasing that white whale, this bar will most likely have it. The staff was friendly and great at recommending brews within your wheelhouse. Their bottle selection is crazy, and they also have a decent tap selection. The only gripe I had with my visit was walking all the way back to my hotel with two backpacks full of beers. read more

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A cozy spot with a great selection of beer and helpful staff. I'm not a big beer drinker but can always find something enjoyable. I've spent a few afternoons playing Scrabble and discovering new beers there and will return soon (post quarantine). read more

I knew our pair of Middle Ages Growlers would come in handy at some point, but I didn't know that they would play a part in this year of beer gut heaven that I'm about to have on the Franklin Strip. Brouwerij Lane is going to add an inch or two to my middle, an inch or two that I will beam at with both pride and nostalgia. The staff is so incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable, filling our growlers with high quality beers. So far we've had the Gruut Belgian Amber (a delicious delight!), the Jever Dark Schwarzbier (dark and delectable) and the piece de resistance...Victory Wild Devil. There are only 4 kegs of the latter in New York City, so I felt privileged to sample the hoppy heaven. It's made with a special strain of yeast that makes it a Belgian-y complex beer. I love it. I bought it last night, and it's gone. I am going to get out my measuring tape and see how my midsection is progressing. Thank you, Brouwerij Lane! I am so close to being Marsha Mellow, plus sized pin up and beer connosieur read more

I really want to like this place, but I find it so difficult. Every time I come in here, I always get the feeling that I'm bothering the staff managing the taps. It's like they're hanging out with their friends and I'm interrupting their conversation. They always have the same attitude and it throws me off. I love beer, I really do and I like exploring new ones. So when I ask the staff what a particular beer is like, I want more than "it's a sour" as a description. Gee thanks buddy, let me guess its a beer too?! What kind of answer is that, I can read the sign. I want information about how hoppy a beer is, or compare it to something I might be familiar with. How about offering me a taste so I can make a wise decision on what I want to get instead of just getting a beer and being forced to drink something I don't actually like. Any respectable beer establishment will offer a taste of a beer, but when I ask for one here they look at me like I have two freaking heads. I also don't like the fact that you can only drink what's on tap here. They get mad if you try to drink one of the bottles. There are a ton of other bar/stores like this that allow you to drink whatever you purchase. So yeah, everyone seems to like this place, but those people can stay here while I venture elsewhere for CHEAPER beer that doesn't come with strings attached and a sassy attitude. read more

Brouwerji Lane is quite the quality place to get your crafty booze, on tap or in bottles (or cans, if that's your favorite brewery's thing). There's a decent number of taps, and when I went last week there was a nice variety of drinks, including non-alcoholic Brooklyn-made kombucha for your less crafty friends. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly, and they gave me a great recommendation. I didn't get to examine the bottle selection as thoroughly as I wanted to, but there was a good variety as far as I could tell, and 6 packs were not overly expensive. Not necessarily the best place for getting your crafty booze on, though. There are some tables and an outdoor seating area, but they're more for a few beers over conversation, and not a day/night of heavy, raucous drinking. Stay for a drink or two, then pack up a 6 pack or fill up a growler, and go on your merry way! Cash only. read more

I think I can call this my favorite place to buy beer in NYC. I went in, bought a growler, filled it up with Belgian brown ale, and took it home. When I'm done, I will return the growler, and fill it up again, or get a refund. This makes me so happy. Beer is so much better in 64 ounce units than in bottles. They have some geeky good beer here. It's like Europe. I shocked the guy with my pretty decent pronunciation of Dentergems Herfstbier. I'm not Dutch. read more

You like beer? This place has beer. This place has beer on tap or in bottles. There are so many beers to choose from, it's ridiculous. The guys that work there, they know beer. I'm a picky beer drinker. I usually don't like beer and when I do, I get tired of drinking it halfway through. I prefer stouts. Stouts aren't easy to come by. Usually you find Guinness and that's about it. This place has a bunch of stouts, including chocolate stouts. SOLD. There is a chill environment to hang out and drink your beer there, and even a quaint little picnic area out back. I happened into this place while waiting for a table at Paulie Gee's one night. I'm glad I did. I take all my beer snob/connoisseurs there. Also, there is Star Wars® wallpaper in the bathroom. read more

Wow! What a selection! I thought I was decently well-versed on the topic of beer and had tried many varieties, but upon coming here, it looks like I've got some catching up to do. Brouwerij Lane is a really nice place and in this part of Greenpoint, a beneficial addition to the mix of bars, restaurants and retailers. The concept of 10 beers on tap is awesome, and a $2.00 half-pint is a fun way to taste a new beer (or several) while browsing their impressive selection of domestic and imported craft beers. For the atmosphere and price, it's probably a better place to have a drink over some other neighborhood places since it's cheaper and the lighting is more flattering. The staff here is friendly and knowledgeable and their prices are very reasonable. You can take home a 4-pint "growler" for $10.00 (+ $5.00 deposit) filled with any beer from their ten taps, and the selection is nicely varied and changes in what seems like a frequent rotation, so there's another great idea. Like I said, the selection of bottled beers has got to be up in the hundreds and you'll be guaranteed to see something new every time. This is a great place! read more

Brouwerij Lane, never change. 20 beers on tap, excellent bottle selection, friendly staff. Often holds special events in collaboration w/artists, brewers, other neighborhood entities. Divey. Great backyard (unless the pizza shop is blowing old air into it). Great chalkboard signage. Most importantly, I always find beer that I love here. Always. Too often. Like... dangerous to walk by because I will have to try something. Features a lot of the local breweries putting out great beer plus many great travelers- well curated list, always. read more

This is a really cool place in the BK. Like many other places in NYC, it will cost you a bit to have a beer. Thankfully, however, they offer smaller servings and graduating prices that ease the sticker shock. Add to this a superb selection including some rareties and beers that out-of-towners like me never see and it's easy to go overboard here and order a ton of beers. Just to give an idea of the selection, they had Sweetwater and Green Flash among other American craft options that I'm blanking on, as well as a number of Belgian and German offerings like Gaffel and again, some other names I'm blanking on. Bottom line: you'll find something you like here. Add to the great tap selection an impeccable cooler selection for those that want to take some bottles to go or crack one on the premises. If you buy a bottle, you'll pay a corkage fee to drink at the bar, but once you see the selection, you'll probably still want to do this despite the extra charge. As for the seating, there's small beer garden in the back and tables for around 10-12 people right next to the taps. There are pretzels and pickles for those that get the munchies too. Overall, one of the best spots I've been to in NYC. Not sure when I'll return, but it can't come soon enough. read more

I don't mean to rain on anyone's parade, but with a growing number of beer shops in Brooklyn, Brouweij Lane doesn't really stand out. Yes, they have interesting beers on tap, and an extensive (though way too expensive) selection of bottles, but the vibe in there is way too buddy-buddy to actually make a meaningful contribution to the Brooklyn beer scene. I much prefer those shops where the people actually seem friendly and excited to talk to you. You won't get that here. read more

This place have a lot of beers, and a lot of good beers. So nice to come to a place like this. Different size on the glas if you wanna try a lot of beers or just have one big of your favourite one. The only complain I have is the bartender. He had just non interest of giving any tips, or be friendly or just enjoy his job. To create atmosphere as, for example, Top hops or Marshall stacks, there needs more then a bunch of good beers. read more

Great draft beer, decent bottle selection, cool little place, it'sa winner! Walked by on a random afternoon to see Goose Island Bourbon Stout (BCBS) on draft, which as a craft beer head knew to be the rare beer du jour. While enjoying that, continued looking at the other items and walked around a bit. Cute little place with a small courtyard with a few tables, a few internal tables, a wall of vanquished craft beers from around the world, and a cooler case with beers for sale. The beers for sale were admittedly overpriced, but a quality selection in that neighborhood makes up for it. But the best part was the draft options, many of which I knew and admired, such as 1-year aged pumpkin beers. It's a well-cultivated list with tastes, small and large drafts, and growlers available for all but the rarest of the rare. If you love good beer and are in the area, this is a must visit. read more

A beer geek's wet dream. It's kind of an odd layout inside as the "bar" is like a little desk in the middle of the room that only takes cash and all the taps are off on the side wall. Fridges are full of beer to take home, including that one beer you had on your study-abroad trip and can't find in the states (If i hear this story one more time...). I always stop in to grab a six-pack of something fancy when I need a good hostess gift for my beer-guzzling gal pal. The only bar I've ever been to that has Kombucha on tap... If you typically order a generic light beer at the bar- this is not for you. read more

Very cool, BUT tiny bar, in Greenpoint. They have a great beer selection, and the place is a cool vibe. For those of you sitting line waiting for Paulie Gees, this is a solid option to kill some time. Plus, they played "Reflektor" in full when I was there, which is my favorite record of the year. read more

Went into Brouwerij Lane on a Friday night to pick up a simple 6-pack for my husband and I to share (since it was reaching "freezing" cold status for us relocates southerners! The place itself was pretty busy, most people sitting at little tables enjoying their beer and conversation. We grabbed an empty carton and headed to the coolers. We picked from a varied selection of brews, mostly unfamiliar to me. The price of the beer was pretty steep to me ($25 for a 6-pack) but I suppose when you look at it, you can't buy six beers in a bar in NYC for that, at least not on a random Friday evening outside of Happy Hour. All in all, I will plan to return but also, given their space may venture out to another beer store for increased selection. read more

This place is definitely one of my top spots for beer. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, the bottled beers are a-plenty and the taps, especially now that they have a Cask, have such a great selection it's never easy picking a beer to take home. with great extras like Kombucha, new 32 oz half-growlers, and specialty glasses, this place is worth the frequent visit. Now if only there were more places like this in Queens.... read more

I'm really excited to have this place in the neighborhood. They have 10 beers on tap that they switch up quite a bit. If you are feeling particularly thirsty, it might be worth it to come in and get a growler ($10). Great selection of bottles too. Finally, no more Heinken from the overpriced bodegas! Real beer!! I came for the Friday night tasting. I really hope they keep those up... it was fun to sit by the woodstove and enjoy a few of their selections. Welcome to the 'hood, Brouwerij Lane! read more

This is the place to get your growler filled with great beer if you're in the Williamsburg/Greenpoint area. They have about 20 beers (some cider and weird stuff) on tap and the growlers are $10-18 depending on the beer. They are happy to let you sample anything on tap that you please, which is great because they rotate their selections frequently--so frequently that the menu (detailing names, description and ABV of each option) is written on a chalkboard. The small store is very clean and well-designed. You can drink there, but you probably don't want to. Think of a liquor store that sells just beer--the lighting is bright like a store, not like a bar, and there isn't much seating. They also sell micro-brews by the bottle. We splurged and purchased "Beer Geek Breakfast"--a coffee stout from Norway/Denmark--for $21 for 25 oz I think. It was fabulous, and a fun treat (we only bought one bottle). They have some that sell for around $6 per bottle, too. (Maybe less, I don't know because I don't think this is what makes this place so special.) This is not where you go to get beer for a housewarming or graduation party, this is where you go to get beer for a hot second date that you're trying to get naked during. On Value: A growler, at 64 oz and say, $12, rivals a six-pack of sam adams (in terms of quantity and price) at your corner bodega, but the beer, and the experience, is much better. My gf and I go on a date to BUY the beer, not drink the beer. If you're reading this still, it probably mean you should get up and go to Brouwerij Lane--this is a great business that should be supported now so we have great beer choices in the future. Cash only. Brouwerij Lane tote bags are $7--but I spend all my cash on beer and never got to buy one. I want one to carry a growler home in! (If the owners of BL are reading this, I think you should start a loyalty card so I could "earn" one after ten growlers or something.) read more