Live Music w/ pando
Join us for two hours of ambient music and analog modular synthesis with resident performer pando!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Jazz Night w/ Lauren Lee Quartet
Lauren Lee makes her taproom debut for a night of jazz classics featuring her quartet!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Food Pop-Up w/ Makan Fusion
Makan Fusion returns with a feast of Indonesian fusion featuring bao, tacos, and rice balls.
(vg and gf available)
Jazz Night w/ Mind Open
Introducing Mind Open, a jazz fusion group featuring Chris Corvais on vibraphone, Hugo Lopez (bass), Michael Vetter (drums), and Alex Frondelli (guitar)
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Live Music w/ Gavon Mitchell & Alice Carolyn
Resident performer Gavon Mitchell is back for a spirited afternoon of acoustic jams featuring Alice Carolyn!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Live Music w/ SOL
Introducing SOL, a duo hailing all the way from Norway for an evening of folk-pop.
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Jazz Night w/ Sundate
Introducing Sundate for a night of jazz featuring Vic Escobar @Vic_escobar_ (sax), Alfredo Colón @fredlikestheinternet (sax), Justin Henry @jus_henry (drums), Mason @misonmakle (bass), Jonathan Paik @jonathan_paik (keys) and Elias E. Ortiz @israfilplayson (trumpet)
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Food Pop-Up w/ Yoko Nips
Yoko Nips is back with another takoyaki pop-up! There will be a gluten free takoyaki, as well as a wide selection of sweet and savory vegan/gf treats.
Live Music w/ MARCELLO
Introducing MARCELLO for an afternoon of acoustic loops and jams!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Let’s Talk About Sake!
Interested in drinking more sake and want to know where to start? Join us for a guided tasting at the brewery!
One of our taproom bartenders will take you through a variety of sake styles and how different production techniques impact the final product. You’ll participate in in-depth discussions around flavor, aroma, texture, temperature, and more while enjoying plenty of sake!
Whether you’re new to sake, or a long-time enthusiast, this tasting is a fun way to learn what you like and why you like it. 90 minutes with limited seating!
Food Pop-Up w/ Makan Fusion
Makan Fusion returns with a feast of Indonesian fusion featuring bao, tacos, and rice balls.
(vg and gf available)
Jazz Night w/ Nicholas Mycio Trio
Our friend and guitarist Nicholas Mycio returns to the taproom once again with his jazz trio!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Let’s Talk About Sake!
Interested in drinking more sake and want to know where to start? Join us for a guided tasting at the brewery!
One of our taproom bartenders will take you through a variety of sake styles and how different production techniques impact the final product. You’ll participate in in-depth discussions around flavor, aroma, texture, temperature, and more while enjoying plenty of sake!
Whether you’re new to sake, or a long-time enthusiast, this tasting is a fun way to learn what you like and why you like it. 90 minutes with limited seating!
Let’s Talk About Sake!
Interested in drinking more sake and want to know where to start? Join us for a guided tasting at the brewery!
One of our taproom bartenders will take you through a variety of sake styles and how different production techniques impact the final product. You’ll participate in in-depth discussions around flavor, aroma, texture, temperature, and more while enjoying plenty of sake!
Whether you’re new to sake, or a long-time enthusiast, this tasting is a fun way to learn what you like and why you like it. 90 minutes with limited seating!
Let’s Talk About Sake!
Interested in drinking more sake and want to know where to start? Join us for a guided tasting at the brewery!
One of our taproom bartenders will take you through a variety of sake styles and how different production techniques impact the final product. You’ll participate in in-depth discussions around flavor, aroma, texture, temperature, and more while enjoying plenty of sake!
Whether you’re new to sake, or a long-time enthusiast, this tasting is a fun way to learn what you like and why you like it. 90 minutes with limited seating!
Let’s Talk About Sake!
Interested in drinking more sake and want to know where to start? Join us for a guided tasting at the brewery!
One of our taproom bartenders will take you through a variety of sake styles and how different production techniques impact the final product. You’ll participate in in-depth discussions around flavor, aroma, texture, temperature, and more while enjoying plenty of sake!
Whether you’re new to sake, or a long-time enthusiast, this tasting is a fun way to learn what you like and why you like it. 90 minutes with limited seating!
Jazz Night w/ The Next Tenoration
Enjoy a night of sax-forward jazz featuring Brendan Mark (sax), Matt Levine (sax), Jacob Byrd (drums), Zen Lee (bass) and Matthias Smith (keys)
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Food Pop-Up w/ Fred Hua of Nhà Mình
Fred Hua, our friend and chef at Nhà Mình, is back to serve his signature Vietnamese Boat Wraps with various toppings.
(vg and gf available)
Jazz Night w/ Floyd Ding Quintet
Guitarist Floyd Ding returns with his quintet for a night of jazz featuring Nick Cavoli (trumpet), Artur Rutkevich (sax), Stefano Battaglia (bass), and Andrea Niccolai (drums)
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Live Music w/ The Chris Ott Quartet
Get ready for more seashells, horns and silly grooves from the Chris Ott Quartet featuring Steven Duffy (tuba), Murphy Aucamp (drums) and Jorn Swart (keys)
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Syllavibe
It’s time for another community art night! Syllavibe is a semester-long creative workshop for artists looking to self-motivate and work on projects together. For more info, check out their page here.
No sign-up required, regular attendance encouraged but not required. The suggested donation per-class is $20 cash or $25 via Venmo.
K5W Anniversary Party!
Join us to celebrate the 5th Anniversary of Kato Sake Works!! We have two days of epic celebration planned for you:
Friday, 4/4
Our long-awaited Anniversary 5 sake officially releases alongside an exclusive t-shirt to match!
Plus enjoy a special raffle, and live music by our good friends and neighbors of The Grautet.
Saturday, 4/5 - All-day party!!
Redeem your K5W bingo card for a complimentary pour of our Anniversary 5 Nigori sake
Tank pours on the production floor from 1-4pm
Food pop-up w/ Makan Fusion from 2pm-sold out
Celebratory toast at 5pm
Live music w/ The Knickerbocker 5 at 7pm
Live Music w/ Hello Ketty X Tim Johnson
Get ready for a high-spirited night of house music from Hello Ketty with live guitar accompaniment by Tim Johnson!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Live Music w/ Selena Tibert
Singer-songwriter Selena Tibert is back with some acoustic tunes to wind down your weekend!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
SOLD OUT–Let’s Talk About Sake!
Interested in drinking more sake and want to know where to start? Join us for a guided tasting at the brewery!
One of our taproom bartenders will take you through a variety of sake styles and how different production techniques impact the final product. You’ll participate in in-depth discussions around flavor, aroma, texture, temperature, and more while enjoying plenty of sake!
Whether you’re new to sake, or a long-time enthusiast, this tasting is a fun way to learn what you like and why you like it. 90 minutes with limited seating!
Food Pop-Up w/ Onigiri Noah
Onigiri Noah is back with a selection of ready-to-go onigiri to pair with your sake!
(vg and gf available)
Jazz Night w/ Kazuho Murakami Quintet
Trombonist Kazuho Murakami returns to the taproom for a night of stellar jazz featuring Arina Fujiwara (piano), Rintaro Mikami (drums), Timothy Johnson (guitar) and Charlie Lincoln (bass)
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Jazz Night w/ Nicholas Mycio Trio
Our friend and guitarist Nicholas Mycio returns to the taproom once again with his jazz trio!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Live Music w/ tommy
We’re keeping it in the family tonight with an acoustic indie rock set by Tommy!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Live Music w/ Keefer & Leo
Cellist Keefer returns to the taproom for an afternoon set featuring Leo Saulmon.
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Food Pop-Up w/ Eri & Mafu
Eri and Mafu are coming back to the taproom to serve up more homestyle Japanese treats like karaage and potato salad
(vg and gf available)
Jazz Night w/ Arina Fujiwara Quintet
Pianist Arina Fujiwara makes her bandleading debut at the taproom for a night of jazz featuring Kazuho Murakami (trombone), Brad Kang (guitar), Charlie Lincoln (bass), Mikkel Blæsild Vuust (drums)
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Food Pop-Up w/ Makan Fusion
Makan Fusion returns with a feast of Indonesian fusion featuring bao, tacos, and rice balls.
(vg and gf available)
Jazz Night w/ Zach Lambert & Michael Howe
Lets get cozy with another evening of jazz by the guitar and saxophone duo of Zach Lambert and Michael Howe!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Live Music w/ Echodris and Pando
Join us for a dual-feature of ambient music and modular synthesis with Echodris and Pando!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
BYO Book Club
It’s time for another installment of our BYO Book Club!
Contrary to ordinary book clubs, this one has no assigned reading!! Join us for a community meet-up and open discussion for book lovers (or the reading-curious). Make new friends, discover new books, share what you’ve been reading, or take a peek at our new library.
No sign-up required.
SOLD OUT-Let’s Talk About Sake!
Interested in drinking more sake and want to know where to start? Join us for a guided tasting at the brewery!
One of our taproom bartenders will take you through a variety of sake styles and how different production techniques impact the final product. You’ll participate in in-depth discussions around flavor, aroma, texture, temperature, and more while enjoying plenty of sake!
Whether you’re new to sake, or a long-time enthusiast, this tasting is a fun way to learn what you like and why you like it. 90 minutes with limited seating!
Live Music w/ Gavon Mitchell
Resident performer Gavon Mitchell is back for a spirited afternoon of acoustic jams!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Food Pop-Up w/ Onigiri Noah
Onigiri Noah is back with a selection of ready-to-go onigiri to pair with your sake!
(vg and gf available)
Jazz Night w/ JAJN Quartet
The JAJN Quartet is back for another night of cozy jazz!
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Food Pop-Up w/ Habble
Habble is back with ramen, karaage and more!
(vg and gf available)
Food Pop-Up w/ Habble
Introducing Habble with ramen, karaage and more!
(vg and gf available)
Jazz Night w/ Funky Junmai
We’re proud to present the sake-inspired grooves of Funky Junmai, a funk ensemble featuring Jon Weisbrot (sax), Aleksi Glick (guitar), Andrew Grau (bass) and Alex Rivas (drums).
Music is a big part of our lives at the brewery (along with sake making) and we believe the best way to enjoy our sake is while listening to great music. Because we are a taproom, not a music venue, the experience can be thought of as on par with a “coffee shop” or “house show”, with a small stage and some tunes for you to listen to while sipping on a glass of sake!
*1 drink minimum for live music events, $10 suggested donation for performers encouraged
Syllavibe
It’s time for another community art night! Syllavibe is a semester-long creative workshop for artists looking to self-motivate and work on projects together. For more info, check out their page here.
No sign-up required, regular attendance encouraged but not required. The suggested donation per-class is $20 cash or $25 via Venmo.