Restaurant
Unclaimed profileBarrio Eats & Drinks
El Paso, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Barrio Eats & Drinks runs a broad beverage program with a cocktail list spanning margaritas, mojitos, martinis, and mules, plus signature pours like the Rosella Blanco and Mezcalita. The spirits menu covers vodka, whiskey, gin, mezcal, and tequila with well-known brands. Draft beer includes local Deadbeach offerings. Wine and nonalcoholic options round out a program that favors variety over deep specialization.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Rosella Blanco, a Don Julio Blanco cocktail with dry vermouth, lemon, lavender, and champagne, or the Mezcalita with Ojo de Tigre mezcal and pineapple. For beer drinkers, the Deadbeach Chuco Lager offers a local Helles style.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking a range of styles from spritzes to sours will find options. Beer fans can explore local craft drafts. The nonalcoholic menu, including virgin margaritas and mocktails, suits designated drivers or those avoiding alcohol.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $12 to $15, with a Bottomless Mimosa at $15. Draft beers are $6 to $9. Spirits pours range from $5 to $18. Nonalcoholic drinks are $6 to $8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu includes creative signatures like the Rosella Blanco with lavender and champagne and the Lavender Gin Martini with Roku gin and blackberries. The beer list features local Deadbeach Brewery options, and the spirits selection includes premium pours like Angel's Envy Rye and Tequila Ocho.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail list is extensive, covering margaritas, mojitos, martinis, mules, and spritzes. Signature cocktails like the Rosella Blanco and Mezcalita add distinctiveness. Prices range from $10 to $15, with most cocktails between $12 and $15.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of cocktail styles including margaritas, mojitos, martinis, and mules.
- — Several signature cocktails with unique ingredients, such as the Rosella Blanco with lavender and champagne.
Standout selections
- — Rosella Blanco - Don Julio Blanco, dry vermouth, lemon, simple syrup, lavender, champagne ($14)
- — Mezcalita - Ojo de Tigre mezcal, pineapple juice, lime ($14)
- — Lavender Gin Martini - Roku gin, orange, lavender, blackberries, lime ($15)
Pricing: $10-$15 per cocktail
Wine
The wine list is straightforward, offering house red, white, and sparkling wines. Selections include Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Prosecco, and Pinot Grigio. House wine prices are accessible, starting at $9.
Menu strengths
- — Includes both red and white house wines, plus a sparkling option.
- — House wine prices are reasonable, with Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio at $9.
Standout selections
- — House Cabernet Sauvignon — $15.00+ — Red wine
Pricing: House wines $9-$15
Beer
The beer menu features drafts, bottles, and cans, with craft and domestic options. Draft prices are modest, ranging from $6 to $9.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local craft options from Deadbeach Brewery.; Variety of styles from stout to IPA to cider.
Standout selections
- — Deadbeach Chuco Lager - Helles lager, 4.1% ABV, $8
- — Deadbeach IPA - Indian pale ale, 6.5% ABV, $8
Pricing: Draft beers $6-$9
Nonalcoholic
Nonalcoholic options include virgin margaritas and mojitos, plus a generic mocktail. These are priced between $6 and $8, offering affordable alternatives to alcoholic drinks.
Menu strengths
- — Includes nonalcoholic versions of popular cocktails like margarita and mojito.
Standout selections
- — Virgin Margarita - $6; Virgin Mojito - $6
Pricing: $6-$8
Spirits
The spirits list spans vodka, whiskey, rum, gin, mezcal, and tequila, with well-known brands. Whiskey selection includes Bulleit, Knob Creek, and Angel's Envy Rye. Premium pours like Tequila Ocho are available at $18.
Menu strengths
- — Covers multiple spirit categories with recognizable brands.; Includes premium options like Angel's Envy Rye and Tequila Ocho.
- — Price range accommodates various budgets, from $5 to $18.
Standout selections
- — Angel's Envy Rye - $14; Tequila Ocho - $18
Pricing: $5-$18 per pour
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