Restaurant
Unclaimed profileBallpark Village
St. Louis, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Ballpark Village spreads its beverage bets across several venues. The Clydesdale promises expertly crafted cocktails in a tavern setting, while AVA Garden Bar offers contemporary twists on favorites. Salt + Smoke pours draft cocktails and a Walnut Old Fashioned during happy hour, and Mimosa Fest brings build-your-own Bloody Marys and $5 mimosas. Wine and beer lists appear, but cocktails lead.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Walnut Old Fashioned, a draft cocktail at Salt + Smoke, $2 off during happy hour. For a lighter occasion, Mimosa Fest includes two 8oz mimosas in general admission, with refills at $5, plus a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Groups looking for variety across multiple venues and event-goers who want crafted cocktails, brunch-style drinks, or a game-day beer will find options.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Mimosa Fest general admission includes two mimosas and access to a Bloody Mary bar; additional mimosas are $5. Happy hour at Salt + Smoke brings $2 off draft cocktails and draft beers, and wine by the glass at $8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The beverage program is dispersed across distinct venues: a new tavern, a garden bar with contemporary cocktails, a barbecue spot with draft cocktails, and a rooftop with all-inclusive packages. The Walnut Old Fashioned as a draft cocktail stands out.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The Clydesdale is a new tavern with expertly crafted cocktails.; AVA Garden Bar offers a contemporary beverage menu with twists on favorites.
Menu strengths
- — The Clydesdale is a new tavern with expertly crafted cocktails.
- — AVA Garden Bar offers a contemporary beverage menu with twists on favorites.
- — Mimosa Fest includes a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar and $5 mimosas after included ones.
Standout selections
- — Walnut Old Fashioned: draft cocktail at Salt + Smoke, $2 off during happy hour.
- — Mimosa: 8oz included in Mimosa Fest general admission, $5 after.
Pricing: Walnut Old Fashioned $2 off during happy hour; mimosas $5 after included ones.
Wine
Wine is a supporting player: AVA Garden Bar has a thoughtfully curated selection, and Salt + Smoke offers $8 glasses during happy hour.
Menu strengths
- — AVA Garden Bar features a thoughtfully curated selection of wines.
- — Salt + Smoke offers $8 wine by the glass during happy hour.
Standout selections
- — AVA Garden Bar features a thoughtfully curated selection of wines.
Pricing: $8 wine by the glass during happy hour at Salt + Smoke.
Beer
Beer is present across venues: Salt + Smoke lists an extensive beer list and offers draft specials, Live! Arena is noted for cold drinks, and Bud Deck Rooftop provides all-inclusive game day packages.
Menu strengths
- — Salt + Smoke offers an extensive list of beer.
- — Bud Deck Rooftop offers all-inclusive packages with game day views.
Standout selections
- — Salt + Smoke offers an extensive list of beer.
Pricing: $2 off draft beers during happy hour at Salt + Smoke.
Spirits
Salt + Smoke offers an extensive list of whiskey.; Condado is described as offering tequila.; AVA Garden Bar offers VIP bottle service.
Menu strengths
- — Salt + Smoke offers an extensive list of whiskey.
- — Condado is described as offering tequila.; AVA Garden Bar offers VIP bottle service.
Standout selections
- — Salt + Smoke offers an extensive list of whiskey.
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