Restaurant
Unclaimed profileBella Siena
Benicia, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Bella Siena runs a beverage program with more range than most neighborhood restaurants: signature cocktails priced $15–$16, margaritas in six fruit flavors at $14, and a draft beer list pouring Brewing Pilsner, Mare Island Pale Ale, Mare Island IPA, and Five Suns Brewing Hazy IPA at $8. The cocktail menu covers vodka, gin, bourbon, and tequila, with house-made syrups and a barrel-aged Manhattan. The bar is the clear strength here.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Hibiscus Manhattan, made with in-house barrel-aged Redemption Bourbon, hibiscus syrup, and sweet vermouth, or the Lavender Blossom with Hendricks Gin, homemade lavender blueberry syrup, and an edible blossom garnish. For a lighter pour, the Cucumber Ginger Bell combines Hendricks Gin, fresh lemon, muddled cucumber, ginger beer, and rosemary. Margaritas come in six fruit flavors at $14, including tamarind and jalapeno.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Guests who want a full cocktail menu with named spirits and house-made ingredients, plus local draft beer and an affordable wine list, will find plenty to work with. The range from barrel-aged bourbon drinks to fruit-forward margaritas and gin cocktails suits mixed groups.
- When should I go?
- The cocktail and beer lists make this a reasonable stop for an early evening drink or a pre-dinner round. The margarita flavors and draft local beers are suited to casual gatherings.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Signature cocktails are $15–$16, margaritas are $14, draft beer is $8, and bottled beer is $6. The wine list is described as affordable. A round for two with cocktails will land in the $30–$32 range before tax and tip.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail program leans on house-made components: barrel-aged Redemption Bourbon in the Hibiscus Manhattan, homemade lavender blueberry syrup in the Lavender Blossom, and fresh pureed seasonal fruit in the margaritas. The draft list is entirely local, pouring Brewing, Mare Island, and Five Suns Brewing.
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Cocktails
A signature cocktail menu with named cocktails and prices, covering vodka, gin, bourbon, and tequila. Margaritas come in six fruit flavors at $14. Signature drinks are $15–$16 and include house-made ingredients, a barrel-aged cocktail, and house-infused vodka options.
Menu strengths
- — Named cocktails with specific spirits and house-made ingredients, including barrel-aged Redemption Bourbon and house-infused vodka.
- — Margaritas offered in six fruit flavors at $14, with fresh pureed seasonal fruits such as hibiscus, tamarind, blood orange, mango, pineapple, and jalapeno.
- — Signature cocktails priced $15–$16, with vodka, gin, bourbon, and tequila represented across the menu.
Standout selections
- — Hibiscus Manhattan — in-house barrel aged Redemption Bourbon, hibiscus syrup, sweet vermouth ($15).
- — Lavender Blossom — Hendricks Gin, homemade lavender blueberry syrup, edible blossom garnish ($15).
- — Elderflower 76 — Califrosa Tequila, St. Germain, muddled basil and lime, grapefruit juice, fresh basil ($16).
- — Cucumber Ginger Bell — Hendricks Gin, fresh squeezed lemon juice, muddled cucumber, ginger beer, fresh rosemary ($15).
Pricing: $14–$16
Wine
The restaurant offers an extensive selection of wines at affordable prices, with an extensive wine list and links to a wine list page.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive wine list described as affordable.; Wine list page available for browsing the selection.
Standout selections
- — The restaurant offers an extensive selection of wines at affordable prices.
Beer
Bottled beer at $6 includes Bud Light, Stella Artois, Coors Light, Blue Moon, Corona, Guinness, 805, and Heineken. Draft beer at $8 pours Brewing Pilsner, Mare Island Pale Ale, Mare Island IPA, and Five Suns Brewing Hazy IPA, giving the list a local draft core alongside familiar bottles.
Menu strengths
- — Draft beer at $8 Brewing, Mare Island, and Five Suns Brewing.
- — Bottled beer at $6 with a broad range including Bud Light, Stella Artois, Coors Light, Blue Moon, Corona, Guinness, 805, and Heineken.
Standout selections
- — Brewing Pilsner — draft beer ($8).; Mare Island Pale Ale — draft beer ($8).
- — Mare Island IPA — draft beer ($8).; Five Suns Brewing Hazy IPA — draft beer ($8).
Pricing: $6 bottled, $8 draft
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