Restaurant
Unclaimed profileD-Tour Bar & Grill
Buffalo, NY · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
D-Tour Bar & Grill, also known as D-Tour Martini Bar & Kitchen, stakes its reputation on a long martini list with inventive twists. The Lexington, a gin-based number with Campari and egg whites, and the Dirty DTour, a Belvedere and olive brine classic, anchor a menu that runs from sweet to savory. A community reviewer calls the margarita the best in town. Bottle service covers premium tequila, vodka, gin, and whiskey.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Lexington, a gin-based martini with Campari, lemon, simple syrup, egg whites, and bitters. If you prefer something savory, the Dirty DTour uses Belvedere vodka, dry vermouth, and olive brine. For a group, consider bottle service with Don Julio 1942 tequila.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Martini enthusiasts and those who appreciate a creative cocktail list will find plenty to explore. The range of specialty martinis, from the sweet Chippewa to the rye-based Elm Street, offers something for varied palates. The bottle service option may appeal to those celebrating or entertaining a group.
- When should I go?
- Thursday evenings offer $2 off each martini, making it a good time to sample the list.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Bottle service prices range from $110 for El Jimador tequila to $390 for Don Julio 1942.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The venue operates under the banner of a martini bar, with a specialty list that includes neighborhood-named creations like Bidwell, Chippewa, and Elm Street. The cocktail program extends beyond martinis to include a margarita that one customer calls the best in town. A backlit spirits display adds visual flair to the bar.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail program centers on an extensive martini list with creative ingredients. Thursday's $2 discount encourages exploration.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive martini list with creative ingredients, including ten named specialty martinis.
- — Venue is described as a martini bar featuring exceptional cocktails.
- — A recent customer account describes the margarita as the best in town.
Standout selections
- — Lexington: Gia / Campari / Lemon Juice / Simple Syrup / Egg Whites / Bitters
- — Dirty DTour: Belvedere Vodka / Dry Vermouth / Olive Brine
- — Bidwell: Cucumber Stoli Vodka / Mint Liqueur / Lime / Simple Syrup
- — Margarita: praised as best in town by a customer.
Spirits
The spirits program is expressed through a dedicated bottle service menu covering tequila, gin, champagne, vodka, rum, and whiskey. Prices range from $110 for El Jimador to $390 for Don Julio 1942, indicating a premium selection.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated bottle service menu with premium spirits across multiple categories.
- — Community observation of a curated backlit spirits display.
Standout selections
- — Don Julio 1942 Tequila — $390 bottle service
- — El Jimador Tequila — $110 bottle service; Belvedere Vodka — $170 bottle service
Pricing: Bottle service prices range from $110 to $390.
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