Yokohama Bay Brewing Yokohama Front Shop Serves Fishing-Caught Aji Fry with 20 Taps
On July 1, Yokohama Bay Brewing’s Yokohama Front shop offered aji fry made from horse mackerel caught in Negishi Bay. The menu included a herb-crusted version and a standard fry, paired with a tap list led by Bay Pilsner and other house beers.
Hop BroToday's headline is Yokohama Bay Brewing: at the Yokohama Front shop, the staff fried up horse mackerel they caught in Negishi Bay, and they had 20 taps running.
MugiWhat? angler-made aji fry means they actually caught the fish themselves and served it that day? This story has more action than a food show!
Hop BroExactly. On July 1 they offered two fry versions: a herb-crusted one with four herbs, and a classic one that lets the fish flavor speak for itself.
MugiWhoa, so when they say it was built for beer, that means pairing-focused? Why do I suddenly feel like I'm in tasting class?
Hop BroPretty much. Pilsner-style lager is crisp and clean, so it cuts through the oil and resets your palate without burying the fish.
MugiNow I want Bay Pilsner already, but Bay Pilsner Hallertau Edition sounds like it wears a cape.
Hop BroThat part matters: Hallertau Edition means a classic German hop profile, so think floral notes and a light spicy edge. Scary name, very friendly beer.
MugiOhhh, so Bay Weiss and Yuzu Weiss are more of a soft wheat vibe? That sounds perfect for delicate fried fish.
Hop BroExactly, and the tap list spread is the fun part. You've got Freestyle, Weekend Journey, Sprint IPA, Flatland, Freedom, Sara, and Steel Soul Fixie, so the range is huge.
MugiWait, IPA and sour too? This is flight-pour heaven. My stomach just filed for overtime.
Hop BroAnd it goes beyond house beer: Pilsner Urquell, Sansho Lager, and Supersonic Speed Sour show up too, all in a pub connected to Yokohama Station, so even I start planning my first pour.
MugiIf the seats were open and the station is that close, tonight's first round basically picked itself. Two kinds of aji fry, Bay Pilsner, then a run at all 20 taps.
On July 1, Yokohama Bay Brewing’s Yokohama Front shop served a new aji fry made from horse mackerel caught by staff in Negishi Bay. Two versions were prepared: a herb-fried style with breadcrumbs seasoned with four herbs, and a standard aji fry designed to showcase the fish’s natural flavor. The shop presented it as a dish that pairs especially well with pilsner-style beers.
The venue is a beer pub on the 2nd floor of THE YOKOHAMA FRONT, directly connected to the north west exit area of Yokohama Station. It is an easy stop for a drink after work or while shopping, and the post noted that there was still room for guests that day.
The tap list on the day reflected the brewery’s range. Core house beers included Bay Pilsner, Bay Pilsner Hallertau Edition, Freestyle, Bay Weiss, Yuzu Weiss, Weekend Journey, Sprint IPA, Flatland, Freedom, Sara, and Steel Soul Fixy. The lineup also brought in guest beers such as Pilsner Urquell, Jam Session 2, Sansho Lager, Pilsner Northern Style, Pale Ale, Shoke, Drink All Day, Second Breath, and Super Sonic Speed Sour.
For beer drinkers, the appeal here is the balance: a fish-forward menu built around fresh fried aji, plus a tap list that moves from lagers to IPA and sour styles. It is a straightforward spot for pairing crisp beer with a seasonal fried dish in central Yokohama.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's headline is Yokohama Bay Brewing: at the Yokohama Front shop, the staff fried up horse mackerel they caught in Negishi Bay, and they had 20 taps running.
MugiWhat? angler-made aji fry means they actually caught the fish themselves and served it that day? This story has more action than a food show!
Hop BroExactly. On July 1 they offered two fry versions: a herb-crusted one with four herbs, and a classic one that lets the fish flavor speak for itself.
MugiWhoa, so when they say it was built for beer, that means pairing-focused? Why do I suddenly feel like I'm in tasting class?
Hop BroPretty much. Pilsner-style lager is crisp and clean, so it cuts through the oil and resets your palate without burying the fish.
MugiNow I want Bay Pilsner already, but Bay Pilsner Hallertau Edition sounds like it wears a cape.
Hop BroThat part matters: Hallertau Edition means a classic German hop profile, so think floral notes and a light spicy edge. Scary name, very friendly beer.
MugiOhhh, so Bay Weiss and Yuzu Weiss are more of a soft wheat vibe? That sounds perfect for delicate fried fish.
Hop BroExactly, and the tap list spread is the fun part. You've got Freestyle, Weekend Journey, Sprint IPA, Flatland, Freedom, Sara, and Steel Soul Fixie, so the range is huge.
MugiWait, IPA and sour too? This is flight-pour heaven. My stomach just filed for overtime.
Hop BroAnd it goes beyond house beer: Pilsner Urquell, Sansho Lager, and Supersonic Speed Sour show up too, all in a pub connected to Yokohama Station, so even I start planning my first pour.
MugiIf the seats were open and the station is that close, tonight's first round basically picked itself. Two kinds of aji fry, Bay Pilsner, then a run at all 20 taps.
