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    Kato Sake Works

    4.6 (28 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Flight- junmai, nigori, nama
    Christine C.

    We had a sake flight. It's a junmai, nigori, and nama. The staff was also very nice and gave us a small tasting of the unpressed nigori. I thought of the three, nama is the best. Deeper, thicker, sweeter. Junmai is similar to our typical sake. The nigori was oddly dry and not as sweet as most nigori. On the other hand the unpressed nigori is more like a typical nigori. You should def try the nama.

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    Hayward L.

    Chill bar with a large menu of 20+ different sakes. Definitely recommend getting one of their 2 sake flights to try different options before committing. They sometimes have a live band as well.

    Maria M.

    Its a nice hangout joint in Bushwick with great live performances and nice food pop ups on the side. Loved their sake-yummyyyyy! They also have outdoor space and on a nice weather day its so wonderful sitting and chatting with friends. Great spot for happy hours too.

    Alan S.

    As a lover of esoteric beverages, I'm thrilled I can now not only get locally brewed makgeolli for celebratory occasions in Greenpoint and make my own kir royales with cassis from the Hudson Valley, but can also enjoy an array of varied sakes made right here in Bushwick. I am no expert in sake, and so opted for the flight - in 2024, I think there are few more delightful ways of passing a late summer afternoon than over such a flight while people watching on Troutman Street. I recommend following Kato on IG as well, as they usually have pop up food stalls on the weekend and live music on occasion.

    Taster Flight
    Will N.

    Yummy sake. Kind staff. Fun location. Hard to find any critique! Noting I'm not a liquor aficionado, so I will have a skewed perception about the quality itself. I have a big sweet tooth and enjoyed how a couple samples in the flight are sweet themselves. Good option for anyone who is indecisive/explorative/doesn't like the taste of liquor like myself.

    John L.

    Tasty sake! Lots of different types of sake. Great accommodating staff. Hit music! Coming back the next time!

    two glasses of sake on a table
    Jillian B.

    I've come here a few times since throughout the soft opening and have always enjoyed my experience. Each sake they serve is delicious and the service is friendly. My personal favorite so far is the Yuzu one! Love the vibe inside, as it's bright and airy with some seats in front a few at the bar. Definitely planning on returning.

    a variety of sake glasses
    Ken W.

    Popped in here randomly and it was a great decision. Overall a very fun bar in the bushwick area. I tried the flight, multiple single serve sakes and their cocktail. Very unique and enjoyable experience with great drinks. The staff is very friendly and cool people too.

    flight!
    Julia H.

    had no idea this spot was in the neighborhood! i love a good glass of sake and was interested to check out a spot that makes their sake right in brooklyn. went on a weekend early afternoon and opted for the flight to try all of the options-- the bartender was super friendly and explained the differences between the three types which i appreciated. dont know if id say i would choose to drink the nama again but the junmao and nigori were pretty good!

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    Elizabeth A.

    Craft sake brewery with live shows, tastings and food popups. Very chill vibes. Fun collabs and popups are fresh and relevant. It makes me want to go back on a regular basis. Also great sake options obviously.

    Sake Flight
    Dening Renee X.

    We've heard about this place for a while and finally decided to come try it out but is thoroughly disappointed. The sake was just not good, average at best. At first I thought maybe I'm spoiled because I used to work at a sake bar so I've tried a lot of top shelf sakes. But my partner who is not a regular sake drinker also thought it was bad. The sake weren't chilled right so you couldn't taste the crispness of certain sakes, and the nama (unpasteurized) lacked funkiness. And the nigori just wasn't cloudy enough for my taste. The vibe of the place is also off, it felt like we were sitting in some teenagers' garage, not a sake brewery.

    Leah and the bar area.

    This is a find. EXCELLENT sake brewed on premises. Our sake-tender, Leah, was very knowledgeable and a lot of fun.

    Nama sake!

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    Great sake bar in Bushwick. They make their sake in the back, and the place is a true delight. Wonderful place for meetings and friends.

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    Gorgeous tasting sake. The Nigori is a must. Amazing service and super knowledgeable staff. Truly a local gem.

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    “We shared a sake flight with the junmai, doburoku, and yuzu sakes.”

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    Finback Brewery - February 7, 2026; Finback Brewery Orange Crush Double IPA.

    Finback Brewery

    4.4(66 reviews)
    3.8 mi•Gowanus
    •$$

    Finback is amazing. A fun spot to grab a beer and possibly…read moremake a friend or two. There is a variety of beers which are creative and flavorful. And love the pop up kitchen, Dumpling Up. The only inconsistency is the kegs are not kept cold enough to allow for drinkers to enjoy the full breath and flavor profile of each beer.

    We came here with a group of about 35 people to celebrate a friend's birthday. Our group was…read moreordering rounds of drinks and food throughout the night, and while most of the staff were great, unfortunately one staff member really put a damper on the experience. When we arrived, there were a few tables near our group, two of which had reserved signs on them. We mistakenly assumed they were part of our reservation and put our jackets on the chairs. Totally fair that we were wrong, but instead of simply letting us know, this staff member came over and said, "I need everyone to get their shit off the table. This isn't yours." He then very dramatically grabbed cleaner and a cloth, heavily sighing while wiping down tables that we hadn't actually used - we had only put jackets on the chairs. Throughout the night, he repeatedly came back to remind us that the tables weren't ours and told us not to stand too close to them, eventually putting up a rope to section them off. There were several other large groups upstairs, so it already felt unnecessarily hostile for what was clearly just an honest misunderstanding. Later, we had ordered food and were eating and chatting at the table we did have. Without asking if we were finished, he picked up a plate that still had two dumplings on it along with a drink that was about half full and took them away to be dumped. Then, when one of my friends went downstairs to order another drink, the same staff member cut him off before he could even order and said, "I'm only doing beer. If you want a cocktail, you need to find another bartender." I'm not sure if he was the manager, but the attitude throughout the night was incredibly off-putting. We were a large group of paying customers there to celebrate a birthday, regularly ordering food and drinks, yet his interactions consistently made us feel like we were an inconvenience rather than guests. I do want to emphasize that every other bartender and staff member we interacted with was wonderful, friendly, warm, and welcoming. Unfortunately, this one person's behavior was such a consistently negative presence that it really affected the overall experience.

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    Market Bar And Brewery - Market Pizza

    Market Bar And Brewery

    3.6(28 reviews)
    3.6 mi•Prospect Lefferts Gardens
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    Stepped in here on an early Saturday afternoon, to kill time before brunch. It was completely…read moreempty, but likely because it was early. On the positive side, it's a very spacious bar and I saw board games stacked up, which tells me it can be a fun place to hang out. Now to the not as great. I sat at the bar and after looking at their cocktail menu, I ordered a French 75. You can imagine my surprise when I was served a drink in a single rocks glass which is basically what you'd serve an old fashion or other cocktail in. A French 75 needs to be in a flute. And at first, I thought maybe they don't have any flutes. Which still perplexed me because why have a French 75 on the menu if you don't have the right glassware. But I looked behind the bar and lo and behold, saw a flute. So not sure what that was about. The drink itself was ok. The other weird thing is that when I ordered, she rang it up and handed me the handheld device to pay. Since I was sitting at the bar, I'd expect to at least be asked if I wanted to open a tab or to just wait. Payment before the drink was made just rubbed me different. And of course, gratuity was tacked on, also rubbed me wrong. Because while I planned to tip, adding your own tip automatically to 1 drink is icky.

    Wish I had time to explore the menu more. But only came here for drinks with some friends. It was a…read moreMonday night when we came, so it was pretty peaceful. The bartender let us know exactly where to order. Lychee martini 6/10: on the heavier side with the taste but it definitely got me tipsy. Wish there was more lychee flavor to it.

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    Market Bar And Brewery
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    HasenStüble - Brat Sausage w/ Onions, fries, Cider $30

    HasenStüble

    3.8(43 reviews)
    3.6 mi•Prospect Lefferts Gardens

    Vegans can enjoy this Biergarten with a full spread of four vegan sausage options and extra…read moretoppings with dozens of beers as well. I'm not vegan, but I like places I can enjoy with vegans. I had the not-for-vegans Cheddar Brat with Carmelized Onions and side of fries. The brat is on the small side but very flavorful and satisfying with the bretzel bun and stone ground mustard. The Carmelized onions were nice, but not neccessary for flavor. If I were to come back, I would just go for two brats on Bretzel buns and skip the side fries. The fries are natural cut, but likely frozen or double fried, which makes them taste more like oily starch than fried potato. The draft cider was cold and did well outside on the wood slat table with the help of the sturdy coaster. Bonus- dogs can hang with you outside, but need to stay outside while you step inside to order at the bar. Food took about 15min for prep and delivery around 5pm on a Wednesday. Outside seating is sidewalk adjacent without an awning for rain, but a tree can offer some shade.

    great ambience and a place to hang out with friends. i came on a weekday evening with a couple of…read morefriends and we enjoyed dinner. i tried the pretzel, which was a large size. great dipping sauces, and overall HasenStuble had a very cool, laid-back, chill feel. I would come back again. a little bit more on the pricey side. the food was brought out in maybe 30 minutes or so, reasonable for a party of six.

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    HasenStüble - Doc Cider on Draft $9.50

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    HasenStüble - Inside tables and benches and some window stools

    Inside tables and benches and some window stools

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    Strong Rope Brewery - Brewing area

    Strong Rope Brewery

    4.4(111 reviews)
    3.8 mi•Gowanus
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    Strong Rope came highly recommended by bartenders at another brewery so I made an effort to stop in…read moreand had a great time! Bartender Camden was welcoming and friendly, it was fun to chat with him on a quiet afternoon. The space is along a quiet street with low ceilings, it's very cozy with soft lighting and art, plus beer signs. The beer menu was great with some fun styles. They have a small selection to go as well. If you're looking for a quiet and cozy spot to enjoy some local beer, this is a great option and I'd definitely come back!

    My first time visiting this brewery was not completely a pleasant experience. The woman working was…read morenot friendly at all. It seemed like she didn't want to be there and anytime I asked questions about the beer, she had an attitude like I was bothering her. I ordered a flight and I enjoyed the beers. They have some great tasting beers on tap. The music was great, it was a blend of 90's jams. They don't serve food, but they allow you to bring in your own. The decor was simple, felt a bit cold and the vibe was chill. It's a small interesting space, when we arrived it was just us and 2 other small parties. When we left, there was a chaotic stroller party happening in the back. The brewery filled up pretty quick on a Saturday afternoon, with one slow moving angry woman pouring beers, it took awhile to get a beer. If the woman behind the bar had provided better customer service, I might have left a higher scoring review. I really wanted to like this place. Will I be back, probably not.

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    Draft list opening night (12/17/15)

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    BierWax - Outdoor patio space

    BierWax

    4.8(152 reviews)
    2.9 mi•Prospect Heights
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    Had dinner down the block and came here for drinks. Was a Saturday night so it started off light,…read morelater on it got pretty packed. Huge back space too, hosting a graduation party. Great for small or large groups. Decent sized bar, drinks and nice beer selection on tap. Friendly bartender, drinks were well made.. DJ was spinning up some early 2000s classics so we ended up staying when we realized this. Overall, a cool fun spot especially weekend vibes. Plus, you can bring your own good.

    I ended up here because of an instagram video about the owner. This is a Black owned business,…read morewhich is that much more important when it comes to support. Very moody, low lit place with a huge collection of vinyl along the bar wall. I had the Allison Road, made with gin, dry vermouth, apricot liqueur, and orange bitters, described as "A smooth and aromatic gin cocktail that walks the line between floral and fruity." I also had the Junmai Spritz, recommended by the bartender, made with umami/saki, strawberry, ginger, and seltzer. Described as, "Crisp and refreshing, with subtle umami from sake, bright strawberry fruit, and hint of ginger spice." They also have drinks featuring rye, whiskey, rum, mezcal. Flavors of jalapeño, honey, orange, vanilla and chocolate. They have a HUGE beer list. Most of the menu is Japanese inspired. The bartender was kind, attentive, and very laid back. Other than a couple patrons here and there, I was the only person in there on a Wednesday afternoon. They say it gets busier on weekends. They also have a DJ on weekends, usually playing R&B and hiphop. They played mostly jazz when I was in, and it was very relaxing. I came in for the vibes, but this would be great for a workspace as well.

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