Kings County Brewers Collective
Bushwick (West), New York City
Bar in New York City, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
A practical Bushwick brewery choice for groups that want an easy beer-focused meet-up rather than a polished cocktail reservation. Book it mentally as a flexible 4+ person option: better for casual rounds and staggered arrivals than for a quiet date or formal night out.
About Kings County Brewers Collective
Kings County Brewers Collective is a casual New York City option with evening hours on weekdays and longer windows on Friday and Saturday. With limited confirmed public details beyond its hours and casual dress code, the safest way to plan is to treat it as an informal stop rather than build the night around specifics about food, seating, pricing, reservations, or service style.
Use it for a casual plan, not an over-scripted night
For planning purposes, the clearest confirmed detail is timing. Kings County Brewers Collective opens at 4 PM Monday through Thursday, 3 PM on Friday, 12 PM on Saturday, 1 PM on Sunday. It closes at 11 PM Monday through Thursday, 12 AM on Friday and Saturday, 10 PM on Sunday.
The dress code is casual, so it fits a relaxed New York City itinerary. If the group wants to compare it with other options before committing, Pearl's Social & Billy Club, Cherry on Top, Elsewhere, La Cantine, The Three Diamond Door are other names to consider depending on the type of night you want.
Pick the timing by the group's schedule
Go Monday through Thursday for a direct 4–11 PM window, Friday for a later 3 PM–12 AM window, Saturday for the broadest span at 12 PM–12 AM, or Sunday for a 1–10 PM visit. Do not assume lunch service, happy hour, food options, seating format, or reservation details unless you confirm them directly before going.
For broader planning, pair this with our full New York City bars guide rather than treating it as a standalone destination. If the evening turns into dinner-first, use our full New York City restaurants guide; for a hotel base, check our full New York City hotels guide. For other trip layers, use New York City guides for broader planning.
Planning details
- Location
- 381 Troutman St, Brooklyn, NY 11237
- Website
- kcbcbeer.com
- Phone
- +1 929 409 5040
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Kings County Brewers Collective reads like a neighborhood institution rooted in Brooklyn’s industrial brewing past. The taproom sits within the light-industrial fabric of Troutman Street, channeling maker culture more than tourist spectacle. The copy emphasizes production and community — this is a place shaped by the mechanics of brewing and the everyday rhythms of nearby workers and regulars. It feels authentic rather than polished, a working brewery with a civic memory: history informs the present, the space is utilitarian, and the atmosphere prioritizes the craft and the local cohort over curated trendiness.
Best For
This spot is best for local drinkers, people who work in or around Bushwick, and visitors moving through the neighborhood’s brewery circuit. The description highlights a clientele made up of nearby workers, intentional visitors, and repeat neighborhood regulars, so it suits after-work meetups, group outings with friends, and casual drop-ins. Because the operation is described as production-oriented and not tourist-facing, it’s most rewarding for guests who want an unvarnished brewery experience rather than a one-off destination for sightseeing.
Ordering Tips
Expect beer that reflects on-site production and a straightforward, neighborhood-focused approach. The copy stresses that the operation is priced and formatted for regulars, so look for approachable pours and a lineup that serves frequent visitors rather than novelty-driven tourists. Treat a visit like part of a local circuit: come knowing you’re stepping into a working brewery environment, keep plans casual, and focus on sampling the house-driven beers rather than searching for elaborate food or formal service.
Venue details
Ambiance
Industrial-chic brewpub with large glass window walls and nice indoor and outdoor seating atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Beer Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Signature Pours
- Emotional Support Burrito
- Dangerous Precedent
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the group is smaller and wants a more composed bar setting, cross-shop Cherry on Top. If the plan needs more late-night energy or an event angle, Elsewhere is the better substitute.
Bar context
How it compares for a Brooklyn group night
Kings County Brewers Collective is the value-minded, low-friction choice in this set: choose it when beer and group flexibility matter more than a tightly designed room. Pearl's Social & Billy Club is better for a more characterful bar night, while Cherry on Top is the stronger call when wine-bar energy and a smaller group feel like the priority.
La Cantine and The Three Diamond Door make more sense for readers who want a bar with a clearer neighborhood-night-out feel rather than a brewery format. Elsewhere is the better pivot when the night is about music or a larger event-driven crowd, not just drinks.
For booking difficulty, this is the easiest recommendation of the group when the plan is casual and the headcount may shift. For ambience, Pearl's Social & Billy Club and Cherry on Top are safer for smaller groups; for pure utility with 4+ people, Kings County Brewers Collective is the cleaner fit.
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Compare Kings County Brewers Collective
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Kings County Brewers Collective | New York City | No published awards |
| Pearl's Social & Billy Club | New York City | No published awards |
| Cherry on Top | New York City | No published awards |
| La Cantine | New York City | No published awards |
| The Three Diamond Door | New York City | No published awards |
| Elsewhere | New York City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Kings County Brewers Collective?
Choose the timing around the hours: Monday through Thursday 4–11 PM, Friday 3 PM–12 AM, Saturday 12 PM–12 AM, Sunday 1–10 PM. Saturday has the widest listed window.
Does Kings County Brewers Collective have happy hour deals?
The venue details do not list a happy hour window, so do not plan the visit around a deal. Confirm current pricing or specials directly before going.
Is Kings County Brewers Collective open late?
Yes, on Friday and Saturday it is listed as open until 12 AM. Monday through Thursday close at 11 PM, Sunday closes at 10 PM.
What is Kings County Brewers Collective known for?
The details identify Kings County Brewers Collective as a New York City venue with casual dress and listed weekly hours. Other specifics should be confirmed directly before planning around them.
