Restaurant
Unclaimed profileCalahan's Pub and Pizza
New Braunfels, TX · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Calahan's Pub and Pizza pairs a pub-grub menu with a beer list topping 100 bottles and cans, plus Guinness and Smithwicks on draught. The spirits menu runs deep with over 200 labels, from Buffalo Trace to Clase Azul. It's a straightforward, no-frills pour-your-own-adventure spot for drinkers who like choices.
- What should I order?
- Start with a draught Guinness or Smithwicks, then explore the bottled list for local Texas picks like Real Ale and Shiner. For spirits, consider a Scotch like Lagavulin 16 or a reposado tequila from Clase Azul. Non-alcoholic drinkers have Guinness 0 and other NA beers.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts seeking a broad selection and whiskey drinkers who appreciate a deep back bar. The pub's casual, order-at-the-bar setup suits groups who don't need table service for refills.
- When should I go?
- Evenings when the bar line is manageable, as refills require a trip to the bar. A good stop before or after exploring downtown.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Guinness is reported at $10 per pint; most other beer and spirits prices are not listed. Soft drinks run $3.50 and Red Bull $4.00. Budget for a typical pub range, with premium spirits likely higher.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The sheer scale of the beer and spirits lists—over 100 beers and 200 spirits—sets it apart from typical pizza pubs. The inclusion of local Texas breweries and premium tequilas like Clase Azul adds regional character.
Beverage categories
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Beer
A vast bottled and canned selection covering domestic, craft, and imported styles, with draught Guinness and Smithwicks. Includes local Texas breweries like Real Ale and Shiner. Community reports note occasional bar line delays.
Menu strengths
- — Features local Texas breweries such as Real Ale and Shiner.
Standout selections
- — Guinness Draught Stout; Smithwicks Irish Red Ale
- — Real Ale Fresh Kicks Hazy IPA
Pricing: Guinness draught reported at $10 per pint; other prices not listed.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic beer options include Clausthaler, Coors Edge, Guinness 0, and Heineken 0, alongside standard soft drinks and Red Bull. A practical range for designated drivers.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of non-alcoholic beers.; Standard soft drinks and energy drinks available.
Pricing: Soft drinks $3.50, Red Bull $4.00; NA beer prices not listed.
Spirits
A deep spirits list with over 200 labels, spanning Scotch, Irish, Bourbon, and Rye whiskies, plus a broad tequila selection from Casamigos to Clase Azul. No cocktail menu found, but the back bar is well stocked.
Menu strengths
- — Premium whiskies like Lagavulin 16 and Macallan 12.
- — Wide tequila range including Don Julio 1942 and Clase Azul.
Standout selections
- — Lagavulin 16 Scotch Whisky; Clase Azul Reposado Tequila
How it sits with the food
The food menu includes pizza and pub fare, but specific pairing notes are not provided. The wide beer selection offers options from crisp pilsners to stouts that could complement various dishes.
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