Restaurant bar
Unclaimed profileDACHA Kitchen & Bar
San Francisco, CA · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
DACHA Kitchen & Bar runs a beverage program anchored by house-made nastoykas—infused vodkas in flavors from Black Currant to Garlic—and a cocktail list that spans citrus-driven refreshers to pecan-smoked spirit-forward builds. The wine list reaches into Georgia, Slovenia, and woman-owned California producers, while non-alcoholic cocktails and beers get real attention. Guests call the drinks interesting and delicious.
- What should I order?
- Start with a Nastoyka Flight to sample four house infusions. The Swallowtail pairs brandy and bourbon with pecan smoke; the Halva Daiquiri brings halva-infused rum. For something lighter, the Sapphire uses black currant gin. Non-alcoholic drinkers should try the Pearl Crescent with lychee boba.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Curious drinkers who appreciate house-made infusions and unusual flavor combinations. Also those seeking a thoughtful non-alcoholic cocktail list or a wine list that highlights woman-owned producers. The variety of categories—from spirit-forward to citrus-driven—means there's something for most tastes.
- When should I go?
- Evenings when the full cocktail menu is available. Brunch offers a separate cocktail list including Mimosas and Bloody Marys, plus non-alcoholic lemonades and teas.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $15 to $19, with a Nastoyka Flight at $52 for four flavors. Wine by the glass runs $15-$18, and beer from $8 to $18. Non-alcoholic cocktails are $16-$17, lemonades $10.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The house-made nastoykas are the signature: infused vodkas at 30-35% ABV in flavors like Horseradish, Dill, and Garlic. The cocktail menu is organized by style, and the wine list includes a champagne-style honey wine and selections from woman-owned wineries.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative cocktail list with original recipes organized by style, from Favorites to Spirit-Forward. Includes house-made infusions and a dedicated non-alcoholic section. Guests praise the drinks as interesting and delicious.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety of original cocktails with clear flavor profiles.
- — House-made nastoykas add a unique twist to several drinks.
Standout selections
- — Swallowtail: Brandy, Bourbon, Luxardo Maraschino, China China, Walnut Bitters, Pecan Smoke ($19).
- — Halva Daiquiri: Halva-infused Rum, Honey, Lime, Orange Bitters, Chocolate Bitters ($17).
- — Sapphire: Black currant infused gin, Creme de Cassis, Absinthe, Lime, Vanilla-infused Angostura, Lavender Bitters, Thyme, Soda Water ($17).
Pricing: Cocktails range from $15 to $19.
Wine
Concise but international wine list including Georgia, Slovenia, New Zealand, and California. Some selections from woman-owned wineries. Offered by glass and bottle.
Menu strengths
- — International diversity with unusual regions.; Highlights woman-owned wineries.
Standout selections
- — Heidrun Orange Blossom: Champagne-style honey wine, glass $18, bottle $72.
- — Koncho & Co Saperavi Rose: From Georgia, glass $16, bottle $64.
- — Edith & Ida Chardonnay: Mendocino CA, woman-owned, glass $15, bottle $60.
Pricing: Wine by the glass $15-$18; corkage $30 per bottle.
Beer
Small but varied beer selection including California, Idaho, and Ohio bottles, plus cider, lambic, and hard kombucha. Non-alcoholic options available.
Menu strengths
- — Styles range from IPA to stout to lambic.
Standout selections
- — East Brother IPA: California, 7.3% ABV, $12.
- — Milk Truck Latte Stout: Idaho, 5.8% ABV, $8.
Pricing: Beer prices range from $8 to $18.
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated non-alcoholic cocktails with complex ingredients like lychee boba and alcohol-free liqueurs. Also offers non-alcoholic beer and house-made lemonades. Guests appreciate the options.
Menu strengths
- — Crafted non-alcoholic cocktails beyond simple sodas.; Non-alcoholic beer available.
Standout selections
- — Pearl Crescent: Lychee, Passion Fruit, Hibiscus, Lime, Lychee Bubble Boba ($16).
- — Pear Affair: Alcohol-Free Blood Orange Liqueur, Pear Puree, Passion Fruit Syrup, Lemon, Plum Bitters, Peach Bitters, Club Soda, Foam ($17).
Pricing: Non-alcoholic cocktails $16-$17; lemonades $10; N/A beer $8.
Spirits
Signature house-made nastoykas (infused vodkas) at 30-35% ABV in seven flavors, plus a flight option. These infusions also drive several cocktails.
Menu strengths
- — Unique house-made infusions not found elsewhere.; Flight allows tasting multiple flavors.
Standout selections
- — Nastoyka Flight: Choose any four flavors, $52.
- — Horseradish Nastoyka: Used in Hrenotini, $16.
Pricing: Nastoykas $16 each; Flight of four $52.
How it sits with the food
The savory nastoykas, like Horseradish and Garlic, could complement rich or pickled dishes. The wine list's international range—Georgia, Slovenia, New Zealand—offers pairing possibilities for Eastern European and other cuisines. Non-alcoholic options like sea buckthorn lemonade provide a tart counterpoint.
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