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    Hana Makgeolli

    4.2 (85 reviews)
    Open 1:00 pm - 7:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Alisa J.

    Absolutely loved this place. Makgeoli flight was super good. Great ambiance and service was good. Fair prices as well. More in an industrial area away from main green point.

    Koreen D.

    Hana has been on my list for ages. Tucked away in an industrial quieter area of Greenpoint. The vibe is chill and cool. Opted for the Hana set which came with the pancake, the dubu kimchi with pork belly, and a carafe of makgeolli. This was such a good deal for $60. Both dishes were pretty good. The makgeolli was kinda sour but still refreshing. Also tried out a bunch of other makgeolli. I liked the filtered one which was akin to wine Overall a cute spot perfect for hanging out with friends or for a date. Fun since you can try out a bunch of makgeolli. Kinda wish they had more food options though.

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    Anna K.

    I was so excited to try this place because it's been years since I've had good Makgeolli outside of South Korea. However, I was disappointed because as the waitress explained, they have a modern twist on the drinks and it's also on the drier side. Of the 6 we were able to try, none stood out for us and we couldn't finish it - mainly due to not liking the taste. As for the food - they came out fast and delicious. Highly recommend the fried mushrooms!

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    Annie L.

    This is a neighborhood treasure! If you find yourself in Greenpoint, I wouldn't miss it. It's tucked away between some warehouses but worth the trip there! Alice, the founder, is the nicest. The ambiance there felt like one big family. Drinks: They specialize in makgeolli and the staff are very well-versed in it. Definitely get the flight to try and then pick the one you like most to get a carafe of. The ceramics they are served from are also beautiful and really enhances the tasting experience. Food: Amazing food for a bar/brewery, they give the Korean restaurants in the city a real run for their money. Even without the makgeolli, they could be a successful restaurant. Definitely get the bossam, it's delicious and the quantity is very generous. The pajeon is sooo crispy, which most restaurants fail to achieve, but they made it so effortlessly. Truly one of the best pajeon's ever in terms of texture! Their kimchi is a must as an accompaniment to the meal. Every restaurant has their own kimchi recipe and I think it really showcases how well they understand flavor profiles. It's a perfect match to pair with the makgeolli.

    Iris C.

    Came here a few months ago with a group of friends and we had a good time! We tried a few different types of makgeolli and some of the food. I wish they had a few more small bite options but great ambiance and service!

    Jennie K.

    overall, the spot is very cute and has cozy vibes! the server was very kind and personable. she was flexible with our menu options which was super nice. the food was all pretty good, i really enjoyed it (maybe the chicken was my least favorite only bc personally i don't enjoy a sweeter taste on my food). the makgeolli was a little on the sour side for my taste but all still pretty good! i don't think i've tried makgeolli enough to know how traditional or modern it was, but we had a great time anyways and everything was all pretty good!

    Selena Y.

    I don't think I've been to a makgeolli bar before, so this was a fun and unique experience! We enjoyed the flight tastings, and I loved the sweeter cocktail called Sujeonggwa. The pajeon (vegetable pancake) is darker and crispier than expected, but was good bar food paired with the drinks. There are only a few tables and a small bar area, so this spot is probably more manageable for smaller groups (though we did see one larger group of 6). Definitely make reservations if possible!

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    Jenny Z.

    Really great ambiance that's conducive to hanging out with friends. Makgeolli tasted quite authentic, here's what we got: -Sesame Sour (5/5): my favorite drink by far. Super light and refreshing, deceiving strong -Banana Milk (4/5): reminiscent of banana milk, this drink has no dairy and it on the sweeter side. more of a dessert cocktail -Tasting flight (4/5): super fun to sample all the makgeollis; tasted very fresh, pretty strong -Anju Board (4/5): a bit on the small side, but really yummy accompaniments to the alcohol -Pajeon (4/5): by this point we were blasted, so the pa jeon hit. The pa jeon is super crisp and the chunks of scallion are very large. A bit oily but very flavorful, very good if you are feeling the alcohol Service was pretty good! We showed up late and they were able to accommodate us for nearly 2 hours. Would recommend to go in a group to try as many drinks as possible!

    Justin M.

    Fried mushrooms were bomb!!! The drinks weren't my favorite as they are pretty strong and the texture does get pretty thick, but it was fun to try! Space is extremely nice and waiters are attentive and helpful! Do recommend coming :)

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    Jen S.

    Is this place considered Brooklyn even though I, who originally started from Brooklyn, have to take the train to Manhattan and then take the 7 train (typically a Queens train) to get here? We had to walk on the Pulaski Bridge too (which is a pretty sight at night). For my fellow directionally challenged friends, I highly recommend using Apple Maps so they give you a step-by-step walking guide to when you're supposed to get off the bridge Besides the walking adventure, this is a pretty quaint place in a very quiet neighborhood. It seems like there's nothing open at this time around here besides this neon lit industrial styled bar. I remembered reading a negative review about the pajeon but I actually found it to be good - it was crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. We also ordered the takju carafe and we had mixed opinions on it but we still liked it. I would definitely come back here to try their sikhye cocktail since I had missed my chance to do so this time.

    Navya J.

    Super cool spot with a unique vibe and delicious different makkgeoli to try. I didn't love the location cos it was a bit further out from the usual Greenpoint restaurants, but still super cool! - @nyconthetable

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    Rina D.

    It's a little hard to find the place b/c it seems like it's in the middle of nowhere, but once you go in it's such a good vibe! Very friendly staff and the tables were spacious enough for us to have good space and enjoy everything. We ordered the Tasting Flight and we all agreed that Takju was our favorite. It was the closest to a regular makgeolli. I wasn't a big fan of the Hwaju or the Yakju. I would love to come back and try their cocktails though. The foods are all meant to be shared. The Pa Jeon was definitely worth ordering as it was so savory and crispy, and paired the best with the makgeolli. The Suyuk was also so good, and we wish there was more of it! The Bibim Guksu and Dubu Kimchi were my least favorite. The Dubu Kimchi is COLD, which is a thing to note. I didn't find it really special and felt like it was pretty overpriced for what it was. The Bibim Guksu had a kick to it, but the flavors didn't really blend well. Overall, it's a cute place to try if you're in the area with some friends, but I wouldn't make it a regular as it is a bit pricey!

    The place was closed on 12/28/23 with no notice posted anywhere on the website, Yelp, IG.
    Vivian P.

    The place was closed on Thurs., 12/28/23 with no notice posted anywhere on sight. We checked the website, Yelp, IG. And all had posted it was opened. Our party of 8 waited at the front for approx 30 mins after opening time. There is no active business phone # listed to even call. There was one (347) area code number found but it's disconnected. Highly Disappointed and what a let down bringing our out of state family members for a traditional Korean spirits to celebrate their visit during Christmas break. I wish the establishment made some effort to post somewhere that they are closed??? I find it very odd as there were handful of others that showed up to wait at the door until everyone got tired of waiting around.

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