As part of my weekly LA Beer Blast duties, I get the occasional call to visit new beer-centric spots around the southland. I have a high bar, but I also want to have a wide variety of different beer locales that reflect both the diversity of people and beer styles.
And I was pleasantly surprised by the two-month old BruHaus. Wedged next to “Mexican themed” bar next door, you find a warm and inviting spot with an open kitchen and a solid set of beers. And they have taken the extra step of pairing the sausages and other menu items (Sweet potatoe tots) with primarily German and Belgian beers that really sparkle next to that hearty fare instead of just choosing the trendy beers of the moment.
Charlie Hwang and his partners are also super nice. They took the time to speak to me for a long while about their future plans (Kolsch for the summer in the authentic Cologne glassware) even though I am sure that they had multiple items on their to-do list.
The craft beer invasion continues as more places spread out across LA. Soon every neighborhood might be so lucky as to have a Bruhaus near them.