I was so wowed by the two varieties I found in stores, I had to come in for a flight! I got the "Not So Usual," & couldn't believe the amount of flavor profiles I was subjected to! Umami?!? Might have to get back for more, try to find more in stores, & possibly take a sake class at their institute!
Manuel Cuevas
amazing facility staff are so kind and knowledgeable, and their sake is fantastic defiantly worth the visit.
patrick watson
Exceptional Sake brewery and one of the best in the country!
We have been customers for years. Their tasting room is also amazing if you’re in Industry City (brooklyn). Take one of their classes as well. Incredible tastings!
Daniel Munder
I had a delightful experience and Kyle was very kind and knowledgeable!
Diana Ovalles
Went here for drinks after an art show near by. Love the flight of sake and my bf had a japanese beer. We can't wait to come back.
Christina Licata
This spot has great sake and the tour was very informative. The taproom has a great atmosphere to relax with friends. I would definitely recommend!
Thomas Blanchette
Beautiful space and decor. We hosted a casual 2nd birthday in the courtyard with friends and family. Prior to starting a tab, we informed the bartender of the amount of ppl (approx 20 adults). She was very friendly at first, however, that soon changed. Our guests ordered wine and beer, some ordered basic cocktails. The bartender soon became flustered and took it out on the guests by rolling of the eyes, rude remarks and commenting how she "wasn't ready for this". When we asked for ice for 2 white wines the world ended. We come from the service industry and understand the challenges, but this was very unprofessional. Multiple guests had complaints from their experience - our party closed out early and happily moved on.
Kim Salazar
The honest truth. This place is what hospitality means. I had a great experience thanks to Kennedy, she’s spectacular. All I have to say is, try this place!!!
Cat B
Update: The place has made a number of adjustments and more seating is now available outside. The vibe has improved considerably. Sake is still great!
Would have given this place five stars before they moved to their new location in the same building. The old vibe was super chill and the seating outdoors was perfect. Now it’s located next to an area where too many children are screaming (playing) and there are less seats outside. Inside the bar is smaller and less welcoming. The rest of the new seating is awkwardly broken up into long tables with no easy way for a smaller party to sit alone. The new food offerings are baffling and overpriced. Some simple edamame would be welcome. Our favorite staff were gone replaced by strangers. For regulars of the old location it was a harsh transition. The sake however is still amazing. While we may go back less often for the atmosphere we will swing by to grab a bottle to-go. I hope the owners consider adding some small tables, inside or out, and food choices that make more sense with sake.
Andrew Dabydeen
Brooklyn Kura is an excellent sake brewery with a unique twist that you normally don’t see at many places. The inside is open, bright, and has a zen vibe. Would recommend doing a tasting to figure out what you like. They have little snacks if you’re into that but the sake was the show stopper. Would definitely come by again in the future.
Had a good time yesterday. Both bartenders were very charming: one, authoritative and conversational about Kura's unique spirits selection... the other, just very candid/heart-on-her-sleeve and funny. Will be back.
racheeats
I loved the open-air taproom space and the sake was DIVINEE. We got two bottles of number fourteen home as welll! Also loved the food menu - super unique and delish. definitely coming back.
Daniel Lee
This review is for the sake brewery tour only (separate review for the taproom).The tour itself was fun and informative. I basically ended up with a private tour since I was the only person who signed up for the time slot.The reason I am giving only 4 stars is that they charge for the tour but do not provide any sort of tasting or sample of their sakes as part of the tour. From experience with other winery/brewery/distillery tours, I guess I expect some sort of tasting as part of a tour, especially a paid one.
Caroline Perreault
Great spot, chill staff and beautiful design.We did their Sake Tour; super interesting. The Sake Kasu Donut holes are to die for ?
Shaun Baldonado
Stopped in for a drink. We sat outside at first, but we were easily able to move inside as it got colder. The one beer on their menu was good. My brother in law got a sake flight. The honey dew one was my favorite out of the three. I don't remember the names, but it was hints of citrus, banana, and honey dew. We got the honeydew bottle on our way out. I liked the vibe.
I was so wowed by the two varieties I found in stores, I had to come in for a flight! I got the "Not So Usual," & couldn't believe the amount of flavor profiles I was subjected to! Umami?!? Might have to get back for more, try to find more in stores, & possibly take a sake class at their institute!
amazing facility staff are so kind and knowledgeable, and their sake is fantastic defiantly worth the visit.
Exceptional Sake brewery and one of the best in the country!
We have been customers for years. Their tasting room is also amazing if you’re in Industry City (brooklyn). Take one of their classes as well. Incredible tastings!
I had a delightful experience and Kyle was very kind and knowledgeable!
Went here for drinks after an art show near by. Love the flight of sake and my bf had a japanese beer. We can't wait to come back.
This spot has great sake and the tour was very informative. The taproom has a great atmosphere to relax with friends. I would definitely recommend!
Beautiful space and decor. We hosted a casual 2nd birthday in the courtyard with friends and family.
Prior to starting a tab, we informed the bartender of the amount of ppl (approx 20 adults). She was very friendly at first, however, that soon changed. Our guests ordered wine and beer, some ordered basic cocktails. The bartender soon became flustered and took it out on the guests by rolling of the eyes, rude remarks and commenting how she "wasn't ready for this". When we asked for ice for 2 white wines the world ended. We come from the service industry and understand the challenges, but this was very unprofessional.
Multiple guests had complaints from their experience - our party closed out early and happily moved on.
The honest truth. This place is what hospitality means. I had a great experience thanks to Kennedy, she’s spectacular. All I have to say is, try this place!!!
Update: The place has made a number of adjustments and more seating is now available outside. The vibe has improved considerably. Sake is still great!
Would have given this place five stars before they moved to their new location in the same building. The old vibe was super chill and the seating outdoors was perfect. Now it’s located next to an area where too many children are screaming (playing) and there are less seats outside. Inside the bar is smaller and less welcoming. The rest of the new seating is awkwardly broken up into long tables with no easy way for a smaller party to sit alone. The new food offerings are baffling and overpriced. Some simple edamame would be welcome. Our favorite staff were gone replaced by strangers. For regulars of the old location it was a harsh transition. The sake however is still amazing. While we may go back less often for the atmosphere we will swing by to grab a bottle to-go. I hope the owners consider adding some small tables, inside or out, and food choices that make more sense with sake.
Brooklyn Kura is an excellent sake brewery with a unique twist that you normally don’t see at many places. The inside is open, bright, and has a zen vibe. Would recommend doing a tasting to figure out what you like. They have little snacks if you’re into that but the sake was the show stopper. Would definitely come by again in the future.
Restaurantji Recommends
Had a good time yesterday. Both bartenders were very charming: one, authoritative and conversational about Kura's unique spirits selection... the other, just very candid/heart-on-her-sleeve and funny. Will be back.
I loved the open-air taproom space and the sake was DIVINEE. We got two bottles of number fourteen home as welll! Also loved the food menu - super unique and delish. definitely coming back.
This review is for the sake brewery tour only (separate review for the taproom).The tour itself was fun and informative. I basically ended up with a private tour since I was the only person who signed up for the time slot.The reason I am giving only 4 stars is that they charge for the tour but do not provide any sort of tasting or sample of their sakes as part of the tour. From experience with other winery/brewery/distillery tours, I guess I expect some sort of tasting as part of a tour, especially a paid one.
Great spot, chill staff and beautiful design.We did their Sake Tour; super interesting. The Sake Kasu Donut holes are to die for ?
Stopped in for a drink. We sat outside at first, but we were easily able to move inside as it got colder. The one beer on their menu was good. My brother in law got a sake flight. The honey dew one was my favorite out of the three. I don't remember the names, but it was hints of citrus, banana, and honey dew. We got the honeydew bottle on our way out. I liked the vibe.
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