K & M
[image from Gothamist]
225 North 8th St., Brooklyn, NY 11211
at Roebling St.
PHONE: 718.388.3088
HOURS: Daily, 4pm-4am
CARDS: Cash Only
HAPPY HOUR: Daily, 4pm-9pm; $1 off well drinks and draft beer
SUBWAY: L to Bedford Ave
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From NY Mag The initials stand for Krystyna and Margaret who made pierogis here before two musicians, Merle Chornuk and Daddo Bogich, acquired the plant. Now walls of Art Deco tin, honeycomb-tiled floors, and retro fans reflect an approach to restoration that’s in keeping with nearby Royal Oak, Daddy’s, and Sweet Ups. What’s novel here isn’t the impeccable period detailing but the beer selection: German Wurtzberger usurps the ubiquitous Stella; Milwaukee’s Best subs in for PBR. On draft, you’ll find brews like La Chouffe, a spicy, citrusy blonde from Brussels while Dale’s Pale Ale asserts its claim as the discerning palate’s canned beer. Bottles of Perla and Tyskie may nod to the old nabe, but in lieu of Polish day laborers parked on the leather bar stools, at the Formica tables or in the tufted leather booths, locals better acquainted with Pieroggi 2000 than the former tenants are lured by a location that’s far enough from the subway to discourage weekend warriors and a soundtrack of obscure indie bands that, like the beer and bourbon selections, yields pleasant discoveries.
From Village Voice: "I love this bar, because there always seems to be about eight women per every guy," said a man sitting on a barstool at K&M in Williamsburg. If this supposed disparity of the sexes really exists, we're not sure. We were too distracted by this former pierogi plant's tin ceiling, which is embossed with a sleek, art deco pattern, and its decorative white candles, which stretch film noir shadows across sea-green walls, to do a head count. Open windows facing North 7th and Roebling streets make for ample people-watching as well. We lucked out on catching an a capella version of Melissa Etheridge's "Come to My Window" by a group of slaphappy passersby, while the DJ played '60s soul indoors. Lounge in the black-leather booths with puffy, button tufts or hang out at the bar and sip on a not-too-bitter Würzburger German pilsner ($5). The rest of the impressive beer menu is an extensive United Nations–lineup of choices from Japan (Hitachino White Ale, $7) Italy (Tapetto Valente lager, $5) and Poland (Tyskie and Lomza, $5 each) among and obscure Belgian and French drafts that would send brew buffs straight to heaven. Whether you're going with hopes of gaggles of girls or to try an unusual pint, K&M is a neighborhood breath of fresh air among overcrowded weekend spots
[from Gothamist] Formerly turning out pierogies, the newly renovated K & M bar is named for the space's last proprietors, Krystyna and Margaret. The new owners, Merle Chornuk and Daddo Bogich, both musicians, focused on retro detailing without overwhelming anyone when they revamped the space, keeping the original (and classic) almost white, hexagon tiled floor, mellow green walls and adding leather banquettes with club chairs. Outside there are mid-century black chairs for a bit of outdoor seating and, because of the three (refreshing) blocks between K & M and the Bedford L, sitting outside doesn't mean you'll be trampled. The beer selection is remarkable -- Polish, Japanese and on tap is Guiness, Abbot Ale, Wurzberger pilsner, Julius Echter hefe-weisssben and La Chouffe. We tried La Chouffe, a light, almost lemony beer and loved the taste and the kick at 8% alcohol ($6). Happy hour is 4-9pm everday with $5 Tecate, $5 bourbons and $1 off and well drinks and drafts. Pierogies are available, steamed or fried, at the bar, so you can recognize the history and soak up the alcohol at the same time.
From CitySearch: The original sign for this former pierogi shop still hangs outside (look for "Krystyna's & Margaret's Pierogi"), and the white octagon-tiled floor is left over from its kitchen days. Now a neighborhood watering hole, the space continues to be a local fixture, with friendly drink slingers and music just loud enough to allow conversation. There's little fuss in the black pleather booths, simple art-deco bar stools and outdoor patio hugging the entrance, where smokers gather to chat.
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bar sucks - i saw the bartender pour well into my drink when i asked for and paid 4 top shelf
Posted by: greenerthangreen | July 23, 2006 10:25 PM
what is with Williamsburg bars charging $6 for a well drink? Even hipster overpriced bars on the LES only charge $5.....
Posted by: localguy | July 22, 2006 08:04 AM
The owner of the bar, Merle Chornuk, is a complete deadbeat. He owes money to nearly everyone he's ever met and is infamous for borrowing money that he never repays. He even stole $30K from an ex girlfriend and masters from ex clients. He's a true scum bag and likely used stolen money to open the place.
Posted by: bakergirl | July 20, 2006 03:05 PM
OK, so I was floored-and not in the good way. I am a graphic designer and REALLY admired the posters K&M produced for the world cup. They are award winning actually. I saw them posted on a billboard and walked almost 2 miles to see if they had any extra to give away. I was with my 7 month old daughter,so I couldn't really stay for a drink. So I walk in and let the bartender know that I think the ads are really striking and would they have an extra one that i could have. I mean they're A4 photo copies. She said "well if you come and watch the games here... otherwise you can buy one" when I asked how much she had to mull it over and asked for $5 bucks. I had no money and was shocked that she would have charged for it in the first place. It was a really tacky gesture, especially for a bartender in an empty bar. Give it to me, thank me for admiring your advertisiment and yes I will come back and watch the games here, nice place. Now there is no way I will ever go back OR reccomend the place and I know a lot of people in the hood being I have lived here for 15 years. Someone needs a customer service lesson.
Posted by: Mariella | June 22, 2006 07:07 PM
Way overpriced for the hood. Just opened when I went and had a strong smell of rubber, hopefully that was just cause it was new. Eh, on the music.
Posted by: James | May 30, 2006 10:28 PM