A Craft Beer Izakaya Restaurant
Malt is made from fermenting grains, mainly barley and is the primary ingredient in beer. The longer the barley is heated in the malting process, the darker the beer will be.
Craft Beer is produced by smaller scale breweries with a focus on minimally processed quality ingredients, distinct flavors and brewing techinques.
Malt is made from fermenting grains, mainly barley and is the primary ingredient in beer. The longer the barley is heated in the malting process, the darker the beer will be.
Hops are the flowers of the hop plant used to add both aroma and bitterness to beer. There are many varieties of hops that can be added at different times to create unique flavor profiles.
An izakaya is a Japanese casual tavern serving small plates to share, popular with the after work crowd. There are many different styles of Izakaya.
Yakitori is a popular Izakaya dish. Chicken is placed on a steel or bamboo skewer (kushi) and grilled over a charcoal fire. Seasonings may be salty or salty-sweet.
Akachouchin translates to "red lantern" and refers to the smaller izakayas with red lanterns hung outside. Akachouchin are typically smaller, non-chain establishments.
All beers lovingly sourced from Baird Brewing in Shizouka, Japan.
ABV = Alcohol by Volume | IBU = International Bitterness Scale
Opulently rich & stubbornly strong
Complex yuzu flavor and fruit bouquet
Sweet-tart mikan fruit aroma and citrus hops
Sweet & bitter, rich & dry, robust & delicate, strong & soft
Bright, zesty, spicy and quenching
Light bodied, high alcohol and spicy-floral hop
Roasted malt flavor and pungent hop character
Rich roasted coffee intertwined with roasted malt
Hoppy ale with the clean round characteristic of a lager brew
Crisp and refreshing, but also rich in flavor and complexity
After many years working and traveling in Japan, it's been my dream to share my love of traditional izakaya food and culture here in Los Angeles. Through my friendship with Bryan and Sayuri Baird, co-founders of Baird Brewing Company in Shizuoka, Japan, I found the perfect opportunity to bring a unique izakaya experience to the States.
The original Harajuku Taproom in the Harajuku neighborhood of Tokyo provides diners with an intimate, cozy experience, with an emphasis on fresh ingredients, prepared simply. Here in Culver City, we will carry on that tradition, taking advantage of the Southern California climate to provide a comfortable indoor/outdoor dining environment. We look forward to seeing you at the Harajuku Taproom.
-Adam Guttentag