Housed in an oversized hut on wheels in front of a parking lot, Beer Brain is now in its third location, moving here most recently from the Commune 2nd complex just up the road. Since there’s no longer an outdoor area, it can get a bit crowded in the compact…
Craft Company: Akebonobashi Craft Company Akebonobashi: Beer bar This neighborhood craft-beer bar serves mostly imported beers on draft from twelve taps, along with a “bistro-style” food menu of small dishes. Beers are relatively exotic and diverse – on a recent visit we found brews from Edge Brewing…
Conveniently located in the Shimo-Kitazawa station complex, this new venture from the popular German chain Schmatz is a combination bakery, restaurant and beer bar, and they even serve breakfast. You’ll find a nice selection of rye and pumpernickel breads, Danish pastries with fruit fillings, large-size pretzels and chocolate-covered croissants. Savory…
Meaty dishes like roast chicken, pork chops and sirloin steak are at the heart of the European-centered international menu here, supplemented by pub starters like shrimp ajillo and charcuterie platters. The other main draw is the tap list of five well-chosen Japanese craft beers from breweries like Ise Kadoya, Ushitora,…
Craft beers are accompanied by an extensive Japanese food menu at this 30-seat bar-restaurant next to Kamiyacho Station. The casual menu wouldn’t seem out of place in a typical Tokyo izakaya, with classic dishes like organ-meat stews, fried tofu, and spicy chijimi pancakes along with sashimi of the day and…
Brasserie Muh: Musashi Kosugi Brasserie Muh Musashi Kosugi: Belgian rest/beer bar Run by the popular Delirium Cafe group of Belgian beer bars, Muh offers an impressive selection of well-prepared grilled meats – premium wagyu, Iberico pork, Hungarian duck, Ezo venison and lots more. There are also charcuterie…
Ibeer Le Sun Palm: Nishi-Shinjuku Ibeer Le Sun Palm Nishi-Shinjuku: Beer bar Run by the Sazaby group (Afternoon Tea, Shake Shack), Ibeer offers a line-up of ten Japanese craft beers on tap and a diverse food menu. Although it’s not the most cutting-edge selection in town there…
Folk Burgers and Beers: Jimbocho Folk Burgers and Beers Jimbocho: Burgers Run by a veteran of the esteemed Fire House burger shop in Hongo, Folk Burgers offers one of the best selections of craft beers among Tokyo’s gourmet burger shops. The burgers are solid and reliable, made…
Hinomoto Beer Parlor: Jimbocho Hinomoto Beer Parlor Jimbocho: Beer bar Small in scale and stylishly appointed, this charming little drinking spot has a more comfortable, intimate feel than many of the larger beer bars in this part of town. Ten taps of domestic craft beers are supplemented…
Craft Beer Tap carries a selection of mostly German, Czech and Belgian beers on tap along with some unusual craft beers from the US and a substantial bottled selection. They’re worth knowing about for their late-night hours – until 4am on Friday and Saturday nights and 2am on weeknights.- and…
The Delirium Cafe chain of Belgian beer bars imports their own beers, and this central-Akihabara branch showcases brews from De Dolle Brouwers in Essen, Belgium. There are ten beers on tap as well as a huge assortment of bottled beers from all over Belgium. The food menu features Belgian standards…
Zum Bierhof Neu: Shinjuku Zum Bierhof Neu Shinjuku: German Run by German beer importer Zato Trading, this spacious beer hall offers traditional German fare and five draft beers from Hofbrau Munchen brewery in Munich. The two dining areas seem to be optimized for after-work beer parties, with…
Yona Yona Beer Works: Shimbashi Yona Yona Beer Works Shimbashi: Beer bar Run by the Wondertable group and serving beer supplied by Karuizawa’s Yaho Brewing (Yona Yona), this branch of the Beer Works offers the usual selection of tasty craft-sausage variations and roast Date Chicken that the…
Raw fish, grilled seafood and Belgian beers are the draw here, with more than twenty Belgian beers on tap. There’s also a good selection of inexpensive wines and fresh-fruit cocktails. Budget around Y4000 at dinnertime, or Y1200 for lunch. Source – Read entire story here
This unpretentious neighborhood bar has four taps devoted to local Japanese craft beers, including an original collaboration brewed for this shop. Non-beer drinkers can opt for sake or various wines and cocktails. If you’re hungry, Shishi Bone’s burgers are meaty and well prepared, served with tasty fries and pickles plus…
Spacious, casual, fairly hip but laid back in atmosphere, Beer Base is a relaxing place to enjoy a few craft beers and some snacks. There are a dozen or so taps pouring mostly Japanese beers, with a few imports as well. Beers come in three sizes, starting at 284ml, and…
Half craft-beer standing bar and half wine retail shop, TDM serves a rotating selection of four draft beers from their main brewing facility in Yokohama. They also have around ten wines by the glass, and there’s a nice selection of canned and bottled craft beers and ciders in the fridge…
Craft beers are all priced at Y500 at this casual neighborhood spot near Sumiyoshi subway station. You’ll find an interesting rotating selection of ten Japanese craft brews on tap, typically from breweries like Isekadoya, Romantic Mura, Y Market, Aqula, and Strange Brewing. The izakaya-style food menu features simple dishes like…
