Krug Park

Phenomenal drinks on tap and the Playlist was so unique and rare it made me want to return based on that alone. The bartender was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. You can't go wrong with this place!

I had an amazing time at Krug Park in Benson! The atmosphere was lively, the staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and the selection of craft beers was impressive. The outdoor seating area was cozy and perfect for a relaxing evening with friends. I can't wait to go back and explore more of their beer offerings. Highly recommended!

This is our groups go-to bar to start out a night in Benson. Classy and low key without feeling snobbish. It's usually pretty quiet even though its always at least half full, which is why we start drinking here instead of ending the night. Right on the Benson strip so its a super quick and easy walk to other bars when you're ready to turn up. p.s. Alex is known for his bloody marys

Cozy spot with a big tap selection and good cocktail menu. Every time I am in Benson I stop here. The bartenders are kind, and keep their cool when it's busy! The inside is kept nice as well. This bar serves Fruli, and I can't help myself but love them more for that.

GO HERE FOR A DATE OR IF YOU LIKE GOOD COCKTAILS!! Hands down the best place for a cocktail. Intimate. Quiet. Relaxing. Amazing list of handcrafted cocktails. Huge list of brews. My favorite place in all of Omaha for a cocktail. Lots of restaurants nearby. This whole area (Benson) is the place to go if visiting.

They have a large selection of draft beer, which I always appreciate. The bartender was knowledgeable about the beer as well. Nice ambiance and location.

Krug park is a Benson staple. You come here knowing you will receive service and have amazing taps to choose from. The dill bloody Mary is my go to on Sundays.

Got stuck thanks to the snow during new years time, A woman (I believe the owner) not only helped out by getting her partner bring cat litter to help get the car unstuck but also let me borrow her shovel. The drink I ordered was lovely and the people I met there were super nice. I was on holiday from England so the review is mega late, also sadly I may never be back but I only have great things to say about this bar. Recommend 100%, even if your car Isn't stuck! 5/5

Cool little bar in benson it has a good beer selection and nice service would be a cool place to hang out. We stopped in for one beer. Beer was fresh and tasty. Service was nice and friendly. Will definitely be back

Unfortunately the service has really fallen off here in the last few years. Super slow even when the place was half empty. Decent variety of German beers but be prepared to wait to get them.

Krug is one of only a few "swanky" bars in Benson (I love my non-swanky bars, just to be clear) The interior has large black leather booths and the giant ornate wooden bar, but those are about the only choices for seating, save one or two single tables at the front. There is an outdoor patio but I don't think I've seen a ton of people ever out there when I've been. The decor is upscale with the aforementioned leather booths, as well as hanging plants and industrial open ceilings. They have a literal bajillion taps, it can be a little overwhelming. And with all those taps, they don't really have many "lighter" beers if you're into that (which I usually am)! The service the last time I went was pretty good when I ordered my first beer but I popped back up to the bar to order something additional and stood there for about five minutes (with no one else in sight waiting to order), and was unfortunately never acknowledged at all, so just gave up and sipped on my water for the rest of the evening. If you're looking for an upscale "looking" place, a lot of choices for beer and drinks, and can handle so-so service, then Krug may work for you - it just isn't overall my cup of tea (or should I say, water!)

Krug Park is a Benson staple. I love the small, neighborhood feel to it. They have some nice wooden booths but also some cute tables near the front window. Friendly folks, affordable drinks, loaded bloody Mary's, great beer selection. Recently tried some sort of lavender cider...very unique selections. They also have bit burger on tap, which I haven't seen since I was traveling in Germany. Give this place a try, you won't be sorry.

Such a cozy atmosphere. Ann is absolutely amazing, I feel so welcome with her. She even memorizes our drink orders! A Sunday tradition from here on out!

Let me just start by saying that Mischa IS THE VIBE. One of Omaha's best bartenders, Mischa is truly an experience. You go into Krug for the booze and you leave enlightened, high on positivity (but not in an annoying way). If you're looking for a bar-- more importantly, a bartender-- that will get ya to where you need to be while also engaging in profound, nonjudgmental convo, this is your place. Mischa is truly a human you have to meet.

My first place I ever tried a bloody mary many years ago, and the only one I will compare others too. They're known for this for a reason. So flavorful, and huge. My husband likes the beer selection, and it's definitely a fun spot go mid-day then walk around Benson.

Unfortunately Yelp defaults to giving this establishment 1 star, but if I had my choice, they wouldn't receive any! I have never been to an establishment where the waitstaff was so rude. A friend and I walked in, sat at the bar and ordered a drink and all of a sudden a waitress with long straight brown hair came up behind the bar and started complaining loudly about how she didn't receive a decent tip from a party she was servicing. My friend and I were shocked at how loud and rude she was and I said something to her about how we could hear her. She turned to me and yelled she was talking to her co-worker and not me. I said... you realize the whole bar can hear you and at that point, she became irate and shouted "get the fuck out" several times. She then took my $15 Bloody Mary that I hadn't even taken a sip of, and charged me for it as I had an open a tab. My friend and I chose to leave the bar because it became clear the waitress was out of control and we wanted no part of that. After that night, I called several times in an effort to speak to a manager and have received no response. Ultimately, I called my bank to dispute the charge, which has since been credited back to me. With that being said... I will never recommend this place to anyone. .

This is one of my favorite bars in Benson. The cocktails and beer never disappoint. The staff is also very friendly and attentive. It is a great place to chill, have some drinks, and chat with a close friend. This is a bar only. They do not serve any food. Which I don't mind.

While looking for a place with Bloody Mary's I came across Krug Park. While Krug has several different options for bloody Mary's, the mix seems to be the same for all of the different options. Unfortunately, this means that none of them are very good because the mixture isn't very good. I will say that whatever beef jerky they use for the top of one of their Bloody Mary's was great! What Krug has going for them is the bartenders are pretty friendly and the place was clean. I really wish we could give them a better rating, but, when you're going specifically for something that they are supposed to specialize in, and it's not very good, the ratings have to be lower. Happy drinking Yelpers!

Super laid back old school bar, dark wood, and an impressive number of beers on tap. I loved the opportunity to try a variety of different beers and went with a full 5 tasting flight. The bartender was great in describing the different beers as well as letting me have tastes of a few varieties while I narrowed down the picks for my flight. Its located right on the "main drag" in Benson and parking is so easy. They don't really have a food menu, which was my only complaint. I think I'm used to places having to sell a minimum amount of food while they're selling drinks, but it just gave us an excuse to explore some other places afterwards.

This place has been around for a while now and I don't know why it's taken so long to review it. It's a unique atmosphere (as many places in Benson are). Their focal point: made to order Bloody Marys. The classic one is great but so are the more adventurous ones (Veggie or Bakon anyone?). You know they serve a lot of this drink because the wonderful scent of tomato juice and celery is welcoming as you walk in. Perhaps they should offer this as an aromatherapy plug in for the home. . . Never mind. Not a Bloody Mary fan? Not a problem! They have a LOT of choices when it comes to the brews. Refer to the oversized chalkboard or table menus. Let's just say it's full on variety; on tap, can or bottle. Can't decide? Well, the staff can assist on that. Whether it's a Pilsner, IPA, Belgian style, stout or seasonal, Krug Park has it covered. Not in the mood for a lager or tomato juice based drink? They have a selection of other libations, including higher end whisky. Case in point: Teeling whisky from Dublin. It's a micro distillery that's a step above your Jamesons of the world. Although if you're a Jameson fan, that's here too. A cocktail menu that changes occasionally is solid as well.

We had a delightful time at this inviting pub. Very comfortable with a professional, attentive bartender. We ordered old fashions which were perfectly made along with a delicious garnish. Brandied cherry with orange, always a favorite. Metal toothpick excellent detail. We also had a charcuterie board, veggie board and bread and hummus board. Beautifully presented and everything was very fresh. The hummus (which I assume flavors are seasonal) was a lovely suprise with a curry taste. The meats and cheeses were high quality and the price for quality was very fair. As an interior designer I would love to make some changes on the interior on this charming place but will not stop me from becoming a repeat customer.

Very cute spot. Tremendous bar. Drool inducing Beer selection. But what could go wrong? The service. Offstandish, aloof, and disinterested. Imagine asking a question about a beer on tap, only to be directed to read the price menu. Not much help. Maybe bad service doesn't represent fairly the staff in general. See pic for spec

Krug park is a Benson bar staple. The bartenders, Alex and Anne, are knowledgeable, kind and efficient. The tap selection are terrific and constantly rotating. They also have a nice whisky selection. The atmosphere is mellow and the decor is comfortable and interesting. It's an easy place to have a drink before dinner or to spend a wonderful Saturday afternoon day drinking with a friend.

Why did it take me so long to have a magical evening at Krug Park?! A wonderland of beer, bloody Mary's you can make a meal out of (complete with full stalk of leafy celery and other garnish goodies), and friendly bartenders who are more than happy to educate and offer tastes. Backdrop of steam-punk/frontier whimsy and a patio out back, I took the bait, hook line and sinker. You can also order food from Lot 2 next door. Win, win, win!

Excellent selection of Beers on tap. Beers like Gulden Draak are hard to find in these parts. The folks behind the bar are very helpful and in a good mood. If you are looking for quiet corner with some low light romantic type feel, go during the week and the later the better. Super awesome feel at this place

Krug Park has one of the best Bloody Mary lists we've encountered in Nebraska! ( we tried the Bakon and Veggie Marys) When you're in Omaha, make sure you pop in and sample two or three...

I like a good bloody mary- but that was not on the radar for my first visit to Krug Park. I came to catch up with a old friend on a Tuesday night after work around 6pm. If there were any happy hour specials they weren't advertised at the table, on the menu, or on the chalkboard. The staff didn't mention any so I assumed at 6pm all is done in the happy hour world. We ordered a round of beers- I was pretty unoriginal with my pyramid apricot ale out of seattle that I absolutely adore, and my friend got a super smooth dark lager that was something with the word nitro in it? It was smoother than Guinness and something I would definitely order next time. With 62 beers on tap and a whole lot more in the bottles and cans, it would be hard to choose when faced with the "which beer do I pick" questions. Not to mention a craft cocktail and bloody mary menu and all the wines and hards... This is a true craft beer bar heaven. Clean look, modernish decor and layout, and pretty stand-off bartenders (you have to approach the bar or initiate talking to someone to get service). Don't come hungry-food is off the menu, although rumor has it you can order from many of the surrounding restaurants or bring your own food in. There are so many great beers but I need food in order to casually enjoy more than a few rounds without hitting the floor so next time I will come prepared.

My friend and I went to Krug Park last week after having dinner at Lot 2 and it was cool experience. They have a lot of bottled beer and beer on tap, which was cool. They have some Belgium beers that you can't really find anywhere else, as an example. The prices are what they should be too. Not too high and not super cheap. Besides the group of people to my right talking crap about Council Bluffs, the ambiance was chill and dimly lit, which was nice. Overall, if I'm in the Benson area again, I will definitely venture on over to Krug Park for a few adult beverages.

One of my very favorite spots! Located in benson so parking can suck but it's worth it. Krug has 50 beers on tap, some tasty craft cocktails and lots of Bloodys to choose from. Anne is a goddess and you should go see her Friday-Sundays. She's amazing and creates some super fancy pants special drinks on Sundays. Tip her big !! Monday mug night is a great night to go , you keep the glass and get discounted refills. Woot woot. They have happy hour as well. Beautiful spot, cozy and intimate as well as a back patio ! I'm a huge fan !!!!

Anne H is an awesome bartender! Master designer master crafter drinks are fabulous ... was great seeing you!

It was our first time into KP so I'll only be providing a review covering this single experience. I recall my wife and I being at Bärchen Beer Garden WISHING there was a place in the O-Metro that served our favorite, but extremely hard to find German draft beer, Bitburger (BBG doesn't). While seated @ BBG we do a little Googling and BLAMMO! -- find out a place called Krug Park serves it. Come to find it's the place RIGHT NEXT DOOR!! We finish off our 2 liters (Don't judge!) of Hacker Pschorr Helles Lager, pay our tab and walk next door to KP! Sit directly in front of the Bitburger tap and order their smallest serving of Bit (ref..."don't judge"). Upon speaking with Alex Lund (We suspect the owner??) Turns out KP doesn't serve beer in liter mugs. We ask if we could bring our own. He says, "Sure. I can keep them in my office." How awesome is that!?! The service was great, as was the beer selection and the interior design. We WILL be back with our 1lt mugs and thirst!! (to be cont...) =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Continuation..... The wife and I arrived, once again @ KP with 1 Ltr mugs in hand. Sure enough, the staff was excited to allow us to keep them on the premises. Despite other "bad service" reviews, OUR service experience was excellent! All it took to get served was a purposeful glance. Since we've yet to sit at the tables they also offer, we cannot speak to that service. Once again the beer was outstanding (If you like traditional German Pilsner beer, you MUST try Bitburger!!!) and this time, we ordered food. An order of the Mayne Street Market Sweet & Spicy nuts and Au Courant Hummus Dip w/a Baguette vs crackers (Yes you can do that!). Both tasted excellently devine and was served amazingly fast !! The more we visit Krug Park the more we grow to adore this place!! One suggestion (Based on living 4yrs less than 7 miles from the Bitburg brewery front door) would be to offer Chocolate Chip cookies (Our preference = Chips Ahoy) as a menu offering as this is a surprisingly EXCELLENT pairing with good German Pilsner. Keep it up Krug Park! May vast success be your future!

It's been a while since I've been to Krug. And I'm wondering why the heck it's taken me so long to get back. Maybe it had something to do with that extra-frigid winter, making me less likely to get out of the house. Or that fact that when I did, Krug seemed extra packed on the weekends since hanging out on the back patio was temporarily out of the equation due to sub-zero temps. Well, I made it back yesterday and it's still one of the best bars in town. Of course, their beer selection is as good as it gets. Even so, this time around I sampled one of their craft cocktails -- the San Fran Stormy. Comprised of Fernet-Branca, triple sec, lime juice, ginger beer and Angostura Bitters, it was refreshing and springy -- reminding me that warm weather is seriously right around the corner. I followed up the Stormy with my recent go to brew, a Duchesse De Bourgogne. Next time you're here, give the IPAs a rest and try one of these slightly sour little beauties.

My good old pal Landon took us to Krug Park, since he knew I was a fan of beers! Krug Park is a really legit fancy pants bar with over 200 beers in the bottle and over 60 beers on tap! We talking good stuff from around the world to regional delights! I was stoked to see they had Knoxville, IA's Peacetree Hopwrangler on tap. They also have a very extensive Bloody Mary Menu that looks pretty sweet! The bartenders were awesome, the bathrooms were clean, and I want to stay forever but I had to go sound check down the street. But have no fear this is a park I would come back to play in anytime!

I can't believe I have yet to write a review for Krug Park! Seriously. This is my favorite place to grab a drink in Omaha. Nestled into Benson, it's a cozy, comfy place to grab drinks any night of the week. Krug has a fantastic selection of beer and cocktails. I'm actually going to credit Krug with my deeper appreciation for beer -- they helped me start experimenting beyond my college days of Bud Light. And if beer isn't your thing, they've got fantastic cocktails. They have the standard options, but also a little menu full of delicious drinks. They have a minimal selection of food (pretty sure it's just chips and salsa -- but you the salsa is fantastic and served in glass jars you can bring home with you). Plus side is that they allow food to be brought in. A couple of nearby places actually deliver food to you -- pizza and tater tots are a standard go to here. Just tell them you're at Krug, and you've got food delivered to your table in under 15 minutes. There's a very small patio in the back... I've only been lucky enough to snag a table there once and it was probably because it was 1am. If you can get your friends there early, you can take up the entire deck. The décor is also great -- dark wood, large mirror, bottles lining up the shelves... it reminds me of something out of the 1920s. Old photos hang up along the back walls of what Krug Park used to be... an amusement park, if I remember correctly? A large chalkboard hangs up near the bar, detailing out what's on tap. Booths line up one side of the bar, or you can grab a seat at the bar or near the front window. The only downside to Krug is that it can get pretty full on a weekend night, and no one likes to awkwardly stand around. More seating would be nice, but then that takes away the ambiance of the bar. Finally, the bartenders are all pretty great. They know their drinks and can easily recommend something new, if you're open to trying new things. Check it out!

This is a cocktail and beer bar in Benson. I went in a Tue night at 10 and it was mostly empty but I am sure it gets busy on weekend nights, like most places in Benson. For those not from the area, Benson is a suburb of Omaha and 5 miles from the downtown / stadium area. 5 stars for an amazing beer and scotch/whisky/ bourbon selection. 5 stars for very affordable pricing. I live in Chicago and could never get a Glenfiddich 15 for less than $10-$12. They have it for $8-$9. They also had Pappy 10 but sadly run out of the 12, 15,20,23. 5 stars for them carrying it. Only downside - the Bartender could have even a little more friendly!!

This place has a great ever changing selection of beer. It's a bit pricey and can get pretty busy at night on Fri and Sat so go during HH during the week. Be sure to check out the bloody Mary List while you're there. Omaha Beer Week was fun there. Thanks for all the swag!

Krug park is not a place to get blasted cheaply or to grind on randos. That being said it has an amazing, eclectic vibe, with consistently amazing drinks. Their bloody Marys are creative and fun. I've been here about 10 times and each time the bartenders are helpful and prompt. They know their stuff. This is my favorite spot in benson and I don't expect that to change anytime soon.

I'm writing this wondering why I hadn't penned a review of Krug Park before now. Somehow it slipped through the cracks, and it's time that I made up for that. I admit that I know nothing about food service here. Maybe it exists, but I've never tried it. Anyway, that's not why I go to Krug Park. It's for drinking and socializing that I go. And when I'm thirsty, Krug has a large number of tap beers available, some very extraordinary. Once in a while there's a special tapping, and those tend to go fast. Not into beer? There are great cocktails available, and of course the large menu of their signature drink -- the Bloody Mary, in many variations. Each one is akin to a meal, so if you forgot to eat something before coming, now you have an answer to your growling stomach. Krug also offers a Beer Society membership for a nominal fee. It gets you free beer on your birthday, plus discounts all year round. Overall, Krug is a fun place to go with friends. Everyone will be able to find something that they'll like.

Went for the bloody Mary's.... A-mazing! There are twelve different bloody Mary's and if I lived in omaha I would try every single one. We tried the Bakon and Chipotle Bloody Mary's and they were both phenomenal! Highly highly recommend !!

If I could give this place zero stars I would. This was my first time here and Anne the manager was absolutely rude. I was shocked. The ambiance and drinks were great. However proper customer service was extremely lacking.

Cute spot. A little hipstery/trendy for my taste but I can easily overlook the crowd with their vast beverage selection. I went on a first Friday and it was therefore a little busy, I think I may enjoy it more in the middle of the week during happy hour.

I have come here twice. Both times the bartenders have been terrible. First time, there was only a couple other people at the bar and it took 10 minutes for the bartender to acknowledge me and my friend. The second time I came here, my friends and I brought a game that we like to play. We got a drink, played the game in the corner, and were laughing and having fun playing the game. I guess the lady bartender didn't like that because she said we were obviously drunk and wouldn't serve us a second drink. We had had one drink! I have never been treated this way. Don't go here if you want to have any sort of fun! So many better bars in the area.

Had drinks with friends here. Nice hangout place. No food in menu but we saw a pizza being delivered to one of the tables. There's a variety of beers to choose from and a few cocktails to choose from.

I have never left a review before so I hope this tells you something. It took forever to get a drink on a not so busy night. Then, the female bartender was extremely rude and decided not to serve my friends because they "had too much to drink" when we each had one drink. I've just never experienced service like this before. I would recommend looking elsewhere for a good bar to hang out with friends.

First time coming here and was impressed by the beer selection. It was very dimly lit and a great casual atmosphere. They have a vast Bloody Mary selection as well (14). I ordered a double chocolate stout and was impressed. Then things turned for the worst The bartender was not friendly and was not helpful with specific recommendations I asked for a stout beer and she came back very upset and didn't even tell me what it was. Very upset especially because I have never given a 2 star review but service is very important!

We've been going here for a while and haven't had any problems, which is why last night's experience was so surprising. My friend, a thirtysomething grown-ass man and father of two kids was denied service because his license had expired. Last I checked, all that meant was that he needed to review it before he could drive. Not at Krug Park. They reason they gave (complete with a straight face and in all sincerity) was that there have been stings in the area and they needed to be really careful. That's cute. If I was going to run a sting, why would I send in a guy who's balding with an expired license? There are plenty of other bars in Benson with great beer selections, better ambiance and a lot less drama than this one. Just make sure your ID is up to date if you date to visit Krug Park. A valid passport and a notarized letter from your mom wouldn't hurt, either. Come to think of it, you should probably bring the original copy of your birth certificate while you're at it just to be safe since there are so many stings going on.

I appreciate the variety of beers. Even if you are not a huge beer drinker, there is at least ONE that you could enjoy. I love the bloody mary option...the fact that they are correctly poured is enough for me. The extra variety is a bonus. I do think it's time to revisit the seating arrangements...

This is one of my favorite bars in Omaha. They have a lot of drinks to choose from and the staff is good about any questions you have. Even when it's really busy. I've only been here at a slower time once and it was just as fun. I hope I'm saying it right. I end up pronouncing it 2 ways every time I say it just to cover my bases.. They have a patio in the back, so don't forget about that!

Great place for a beer or cocktail. Had a perfect old fashioned. They had a large beer selection. It was quiet and dark, had a beautiful bar inside. The outdoor area left much to be desired, we were told they were enlarging and improving the outdoor space. Hope they will make it non-smoking.

So I was visiting my girlfriend in Omaha this past Labor Day weekend and she knew how much I love craft beer and was very excited for me to try this place out. We arrived during a Sunday afternoon and there were plenty of tables open. After about an hour, the place had significantly filled up and the beer was flowing. The bar was very large with about 25-35 taps I would say. They have a big blackboard where they list the beers on tap for the customers which seems normal now in beer bars. The beers I had were very good and definitely a better price fix then I'm use to paying. My only issue with this bar was that it only had one bartender working. Whether I was waiting for my next beer, or I was waiting to close out my tab, it took each trip about 10-15 minutes and that to me is kinda crazy. I mean we aren't making cocktails, it's just a beer. This is definitely a craft beer bar to visit if you're ever in Omaha. Hopefully they get a few more bartenders and boost this place to a five star attraction.

Krug is my favorite Benson bar. First off, it's beautiful. Second their menu is diverse yet familiar, and the bartenders are so helpful. I don't think there is another bar in Omaha that has the same atmosphere, a perfect mix of cozy and classy.

Krug park is a pleasant place to have a drink and talk with your friends. The beer selection is excellent and the building is light, airy, and spacious. If you hate dark and cramped, this might be the way to go. Sure, they have Miller High Life and maybe PBR... but generally the beer selection leans toward beer snob choices... lots of different styles and choices: Just how I like it.

I'm giving this place a 3 Star for one of many reasons. I have never had a bad Bloody Mary here. In fact if it was closer to me I might stop in everyday. The beer selection is huge and they will basically make you anything you want. Downfall is...the service is hit or miss. There was a man working and he was enjoying life. Her...not so much. I've had her multiple times and tried the first couple times to give her the benefit of the doubt. Come to find out that Thank You, Hello and You're Welcome were not in her vocabulary not only this day but any day. Any other time my service has been amazing. My husband wanted to try something new and she asked me what he likes. I said crap beer. PBR. Hamms. She said okay and handed me a PBR. We ended up leaving and taking our money elsewhere that day. Will go back but will avoid her like the plague.

This is in my top two for favorite bars. The drinks are always consistent and if I'm in a beer mood, there is always a hefty selection. The atmosphere is perfect for a chill night out or a date night. The bartenders are always fast and polite. I have never been disappointed at Krug.

Any place that has not just one, but two sour beers on tap is top dollar in my mind. And Krug Park doesn't have just sour beers, they have a lot of other beer options. Or wine options. Or cocktail options. Heck, they even have serious Bloody Mary options including one made with bourbon. (If it hadn't been encroaching into evening time when I was there I would have ordered one for sure.) They don't serve food there, but you can order from Lot 2 next door if you are in need of sustenance. And the staff is so friendly that the bartender charged my dying phone behind the bar for me while I drank my pint (which did, in fact, come in the proper glassware if that matters to you at all.) If you are a beer lover, or even just a beer drinker, and you live in Omaha or are visiting you seriously need to pay a visit to Krug Park. It's the best.

Krug is certainly a 5 star place in my book. I had been a few times over the past caouple of years, but went 2 times in a row during Omaha Beer Week. The first time was due to a friend heping barback and informing me that there was some Goose Island Lolita on tap. A bit pricey, but oh so good. On my second visit, I was after some of the 'Lips of Faith' series from New Belgium and my only complaint was due to my timing both times, I had to sit with the tap handles directly in front of me. Not the worst thing, but then again, I could have gotten a better spot had I timed it better. A great selection of diverse beers and the cocktails are great too. I really like the Vegan Bloody Mary. the accoutrements on it are bountiful and fun and the flavor is outstanding. I could easily see myself here a few times a week so I will be careful to limit my visits. Thanks to Dan and Sid. Ya made my nights

My brother lives in Benson, so I've visited Krug quite a bit since it has opened. I also have the luxury of spacing my visits a few months apart, so I have an opportunity to detect the trajectory of the place I was so excited was coming to Omaha. I was saddened on my last visit to observe the continued "Nightlife-ication" of Krug. The bar is a beautiful, intimate, moody, and sophisticated place, but they seem to be selling their strong concept short to be just another loud Benson destination. When I travel, I always look for a bar like this. Lots of beer on tap, in a cool neighborhood setting, etc, because it is almost a sure sign that I will be able to talk to strangers, chat with bartenders, and generally feel at home. Go in with this expectation on a weekend at Krug and you'll be sorely disappointed. On my last visit, the music was blaring to the point that I had to shout my order across the bar. I may be a curmudgeonly old man, but it was full-on nightclub volume in there. The dissonance of that with a vibe of dark wood, exposed filament light bulbs, and a plethora of beer on tap is striking. This latest visit was just a continuation of a trend I've noticed at Krug, and in Benson in general. As the neighborhood grows into Omaha's hottest nightlife destination, it seems that many of its establishments are aiming to appeal to lowest common denominator tastes. The things that make each bar unique seem to be fading away, as each place tries to pull in the visiting hordes. I'm told by my brother and other friends that Benson is now mostly insufferable on the weekends, given its growing popularity, but the last night Saturday night at Krug with the loud music, it wasn't even full. Krug, you are a classy beer bar with a beautiful space in a lovely neighborhood. I was exceptionally excited to follow your progress as you were opening. Don't lower yourself to being just another stop on a Benson pub crawl. Be true to your vision. You're a leader, and the people will follow. Where will you take them?