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What’s Ikasu?

Good question! The versatile Japanese word ‘ikasu’ embodies our philosophy, comprising:

Expressing “It’s Cool!” – イカス!
Revitalizing and Reviving – 生かす
Utilizing to Full Potential – 活かす

Our logo, proudly displaying the Japanese word for squid, ‘IKA’, perfectly captures our commitment to these values. Just like the squid’s powerful, grasping arms, we strive to seize opportunities and make the most of every challenge!

Japanese Food & Craft Beer!

We all know craft beers go well with Japanese food, but why is it missing from restaurant and taproom menus? Ikasu is here to change that. We serve delicious Japanese cuisine that pairs perfectly with our Japanese lager, Hoppy Pils, Hazy IPA, and Sour Ales!

Award Winning Beers!

We serve beers based on award-winning homebrew competition recipes! No idea about homebrew competitions? It’s all good, but you gotta try these!

Scientific Beer!

We apply hardcore science to beer! Brewing is essentially biology and chemistry, which were our professions before jumping into this industry. Let’s dive into the experimental beer world!

tap list (plan)

classic & Experimental

Japanese-inspired Lagers & Ales, West Coast & Hazy IPA, Sour, Dark, & Non-Alc!

larigato
Japanese Lager
4.5%
sakura Chips
Japanese Lager w/ Smoked Cherry Blossom Chips
4.5%
New gee
West Coast Pils
5.0%
Jefe de yuzu
Hefeweizen w/ Yuzu
5.0%
Squid law
West Coast IPA
7.0%
nee-goh-ree
Hazy IPA
7.0%
kumori death
Double Dry Hopped Double Hazy IPA
8.5%
matchahh!
Gose w/ Matcha
3.5%
Guavahh!
Gose w/ Guava
4.5%
kuro
Schwarzbier w/ Sumiyaki Coffee
5.0%
goma
British Porter w/ Black Sesame
6.5%
ikasumi
Imperial Stout w/ Squid Ink
8.5%
naIPA
Non-Alcoholic Hazy IPA
0.3%
nagose
Non-Alcoholic Gose
0.3%
food list (plan)

Japanese Tapas

Simple, Quality Japanese Cuisines Paring Perfectly with Our Craft Beers!

EDAMAME (V)
Boiled Soybeans w/ Salt
5.00
Karaage
Japanese Fried Chicken w/ Cut Lemon & Mayo
8.00
Karaage Ponzu
Japanese Fried Chicken w/ Grated Daikon Radish, Green Onion & Ponzu Sauce
9.00
Ika Ring
Japanese-style Fried Squid Rings w/ Cut Lemon & Mayo
7.50
Geso Age
Japanese-style Fried Squid Tentacles w/ Cut Lemon & Mayo
7.50
Daikon salad (v)
Shredded Daikon Reddish w/ Plant-based Dressings
6.00
pote SalAd
Potato Salad w/ Ground Pork, Cucumber, Onion, Carrot & Seasonings
7.00
Yakitori – Tare
Japanese Chicken Skewers w/ Sweet & Savory Yakitori Sauce
8.00
Yakitori – Shio
Japanese Chicken Skewers Seasoned w/ Salt & Pepper
8.00
yakishiitake – tare (V)
Shiitake Mushroom Skewers w/ Sweet & Savory Yakitori Sauce
7.00
yakishiitake – Shio (V)
Shiitake Mushroom Skewers Seasoned w/ Salt & Pepper
7.00
Onigiri – sake
Japanese Rice Ball w/ Salmon Inside
7.00
Onigiri – takana (v)
Japanese Rice Ball w/ Pickled Mustard Green
7.00
tsukemono (V)
Assorted Japanese Pickles
5.00

Masahiro (Masa) Kitano

Founder & Beermaker

A beer aficionado with a knack for crafting award-winning brews, Masa is a true expert in the world of beer, as evidenced by his BJCP National Beer Judge and Advanced Cicerone® credentials. Beyond his brewing expertise, Masa holds a Ph.D. in Medical Science and has spent over two decades immersed in the academic world. When not brewing or studying, Masa is an adrenaline junkie, conquering marathons, ultramarathons, and long-distance solo bicycle tours with unwavering determination. Masa’s passion and dedication extend beyond the realm of beer, making him an inspiration to aspiring brewers and those seeking to excel in their chosen fields.

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