Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileBilly's - A Cappelli Martini Bar
Mentor, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Billy's - A Cappelli Martini Bar is a cocktail bar with a focus on martinis, offering over 40 specialty martinis alongside retro classics. Weekly specials include $10 martinis on Tuesdays and Fridays, and a 30% wine discount on Wednesdays. The bar also features a curated beer list with local Ohio breweries and a wine selection spanning international regions.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Billy's Favorite, a vodka martini made dirty or dry with stuffed olives. For something sweeter, the Almond Joy blends Godiva, Malibu, amaretto, and white crème de cacao. The Espresso Martini combines vodka, Bailey's, coffee liqueur, and espresso. Classic cocktail fans should try the Blood Orange Old Fashioned or a Manhattan.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Martini enthusiasts will appreciate the extensive menu of over 40 specialty martinis. Those looking for a deal can enjoy the weekly $10 martini specials. The retro cocktail list appeals to traditionalists, while the beer selection with local Ohio breweries will satisfy craft beer drinkers.
- When should I go?
- Wednesdays offer 30% off wine bottles with a food purchase, making it a good night for wine lovers.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Pricing for individual cocktails is not listed, but the $10 martini specials on Tuesdays and Fridays provide a known price point.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The venue's identity as a martini bar with over 40 specialty martinis sets it apart. The retro cocktail list adds a nostalgic touch, and the weekly specials create regular draw. The bar also features a diverse wine list and local Ohio beers, offering more than just cocktails.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail program is the bar's strength, with over 40 specialty martinis and a retro list of classics. Weekly specials and positive community feedback on quality and selection support a standout rating.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive and creative martini selection with over 40 options.
Standout selections
- — Billy's Favorite - vodka martini made dirty or dry with stuffed olives.
- — Almond Joy - Godiva, Malibu, amaretto, and white crème de cacao.
- — Espresso Martini - vodka, Bailey's, coffee liqueur, and espresso.
- — Blood Orange Old Fashioned - Maker's Mark Bourbon, blood orange bitters, simple syrup.
Pricing: $10 martinis on Tuesdays and Fridays; individual cocktail prices not listed.
Wine
The wine list includes a variety of international whites and reds, from California and Italy to New Zealand and Argentina. The Wednesday discount provides an incentive, though the selection is not exhaustive.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse wine selection including international options.; Weekly wine discount on Wednesdays.
Standout selections
- — Chateau Lavergne Boyer Grand Reserve Bordeaux - French red.
- — Horologist Sauvignon Blanc - New Zealand white.
Pricing: 30% off wine bottles on Wednesdays with food purchase; no individual wine prices listed.
Beer
The beer list features a mix of local and national breweries, including Great Lakes and Fat Heads, with a variety of styles from stouts to IPAs and ciders.
Menu strengths
- — Features local Ohio breweries.; Includes a variety of styles and ciders.
Standout selections
- — Dortmunder Gold - Great Lakes Brewing, Cleveland, OH.
- — Headhunter IPA - Fat Heads Brewery.
Pricing: No beer prices listed.
Spirits
The spirits program is integral to the cocktail menu, utilizing vodka, rum, tequila, gin, and bourbon. Classic cocktails like the Mint Julep and Tom Collins showcase these spirits effectively.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive use of premium spirits in cocktails.; Classic cocktails highlight bourbon and gin.
Standout selections
- — Mint Julep - bourbon, mint, simple syrup, soda.
- — Tom Collins - Tanqueray Gin, simple syrup, soda, lemon juice.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits list or pricing available.
How it sits with the food
The martini menu's savory options like the Billy's Favorite with stuffed olives pair well with bar snacks or appetizers. Sweet martinis such as the Almond Joy or Caramel Appletini could complement desserts. The wine discount on Wednesdays with a food purchase suggests a food-friendly environment.
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