Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileAppetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar
Honolulu, HI · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar pairs a boutique wine list with a wide-ranging cocktail program. Wines span sparkling, rose, white, and red, with bottles from $49 to $499. Cocktails range from $9 to $14, covering classics and originals like the Ube Martini. Draft beers include local Hawaiian options, and happy hour brings discounts on drinks. A recent customer praised the Ube Martini and Hibiscus Lemonade, though another found cocktails underwhelming. The venue positions itself as a craft pizza and wine bar.
- What should I order?
- Start with a glass of Jeio Prosecco or a bottle of Elouan Pinot Noir to match the Italian-inspired menu. For cocktails, the Limoncello Lemon Drop or Espresso Martini are solid picks at $14. During happy hour, the $11 Appetito Cocktails and $6 draft beers are the budget move.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the boutique list with options from Italy, Spain, California, and Oregon. Cocktail fans will find a broad range from classics to house creations. The happy hour pricing appeals to those looking for a deal on drinks.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is the time to sample several drinks at reduced prices, with wines by the glass at $8, draft beers at $6, and Appetito Cocktails at $11.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Expect to spend $13-$20 for by-the-glass wines, $49-$499 for bottles, $9-$14 for cocktails, and $6-$9 for draft beers. Nonalcoholic options are $4-$7.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The venue describes itself as offering an 'impressive boutique wine list' and positions itself as a craft pizza and wine bar. The wine selection spans multiple regions with a wide price range, and the cocktail menu includes unique local touches like Awamori in the Sun Kissed.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu spans signature creations, crafted originals, and classics. Named selections include the Ube Martini and Hibiscus Lemonade, which a recent customer enjoyed, while another found cocktails underwhelming. Happy hour offers a select list at $11.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive cocktail list with both signature and classic options.
- — Crafted cocktails range from $9 to $13, offering a broad price spectrum.
- — Happy hour features a dedicated Appetito Cocktails list at $11.
Standout selections
- — Ube Martini - A recent customer favorite, recommended by the server.
- — Hibiscus Lemonade - Also recommended and enjoyed by a customer.
- — Sun Kissed - Made with coconut rum, Awamori, orange, and guava juice.
- — Espresso Martini - Uses Trader Vic's Coffee liqueur and LaVazza espresso.
Pricing: Signature cocktails $14; crafted cocktails $9-$13; happy hour Appetito Cocktails $11.
Wine
The wine program is a boutique list with sparkling, rose, white, and red options from Italy, Spain, California, and Oregon. By-the-glass pours range from $13 to $20, and bottles go up to $499. Happy hour offers significant discounts on wine.
Menu strengths
- — Described as an 'impressive boutique wine list' in the venue's own materials.
- — Wide selection including sparkling, rose, red, white, and by-the-glass options.
- — Bottle prices range from $49 to $499, indicating depth and premium options.
Standout selections
- — Jeio Prosecco - Italian sparkling, $15 glass / $50 bottle.
- — Naveran Brut Cava - Spanish sparkling, $18 glass / $79 bottle.
- — Elouan Pinot Noir - Oregon red, $17 glass / $75 bottle.
- — Bonanza Cabernet - California red, $18 glass / $55 bottle.
Pricing: By-the-glass $13-$20; bottles $49-$499; happy hour $8 glass / $35 bottle.
Beer
Draft beer selection includes local Hawaiian options like Kona Longboard, Kona Big Wave, and Maui Pueo Pale Ale, alongside Italian and Japanese imports. Happy hour pricing at $6 makes it an economical choice.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of draft beers including local Hawaiian options.
- — Happy hour draft beers priced at $6 each.
- — Regular prices range from $7 to $9, with clear list of options.
Standout selections
- — Longboard Lager - Hawaiian draft, $6 during happy hour.
- — Kona Big Wave - Hawaiian draft, $6 during happy hour.
- — Maui Bikini Blonde - Hawaiian draft, $6 during happy hour.
- — Peroni - Italian import, $6 during happy hour, $7 regular.
Pricing: Happy hour drafts $6; regular drafts $7-$9.
Nonalcoholic
Nonalcoholic offerings are straightforward: fresh juices in orange, lemonade, and pineapple, plus still and sparkling mineral water. Prices are modest, with juices at $4 and waters at $7.
Menu strengths
- — Juice options include orange, lemonade, and pineapple.; Both still (Aqua Panna) and sparkling (San Pellegrino) mineral water available.
Standout selections
- — Fresh Juices - Orange, lemonade, pineapple at $4.
- — San Pellegrino - Sparkling mineral water at $7.
Pricing: Juices $4; mineral water $7.
Spirits
No standalone spirits list is offered, so the program is defined by cocktail usage.; Crafted cocktails incorporate a range of spirits including rum, vodka, gin, bourbon, and Awamori.
Menu strengths
- — Crafted cocktails incorporate a range of spirits including rum, vodka, gin, bourbon, and Awamori.
- — Classic cocktails such as Negroni, Manhattan, and Old Fashion are available.
Standout selections
- — Crafted cocktails menu includes spirits such as rum, vodka, gin, bourbon, and Awamori in various cocktails.
- — The Woodsman - Crafted cocktail with bourbon, likely (not specified).
Pricing: Classic cocktails $13 and up.
How it sits with the food
The venue is a craft pizza and wine bar with a focus on Italian fare, suggesting the wine list is chosen to complement that food. Pair Italian whites like Benvolio Pinot Grigio with pizza, or a robust red like Bonanza Cabernet with heartier toppings.
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