Restaurant
Unclaimed profileDarfons Restaurant + Bar
Nashville, TN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Darfons Restaurant + Bar runs a broad, family-owned beverage program with a cocktail list that balances classics and originals, a wine list spanning regions and price points, and a deep spirits collection heavy on bourbon and scotch. Prices stay fair, with cocktails from $13 to $15 and wines by the glass at $7.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Añejo Mezcal Old Fashioned, which layers Xicaru añejo mezcal with gum syrup and chocolate bitters. For a lighter sip, the Cherub’s Cup mixes Ketel Citroën, elderflower, and champagne. Bourbon fans should explore the extensive list, including Blanton’s and Elijah Craig Barrel Proof.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative classics, bourbon and scotch drinkers wanting a deep pour list, and groups who appreciate a daily happy hour. The non-alcoholic options also make it welcoming for designated drivers.
- When should I go?
- Brunch offers a separate cocktail menu with Bellinis and mimosas, and the bar area is reserved for walk-ins.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $13-$15, wines by the glass are $7 for 6 or 9 ounces, and bottles range from $19 to $200. Beer cans are $6-$9, with some local options. Non-alcoholic drinks are modestly priced, like $2.50 for house-ground drip coffee.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program’s range is the story: a cocktail list that moves from a Sazerac to a Spicy Jalapeño Margarita, a wine selection that reaches from a $19 Louis Latour to a $200 Silver Oak, and a spirits shelf stocked with rare high-proof bourbon and a full scotch lineup. Local beers and a thoughtful non-alcoholic menu add breadth.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A well-considered list of classics and signatures, from an Añejo Mezcal Old Fashioned to a Shaken Manhattan. Brunch adds Bellinis and French 75s.
Menu strengths
- — Creative signature cocktails like the Cherub’s Cup and Añejo Mezcal Old Fashioned.
- — Classics executed with named spirits, such as the Sazerac with Bulleit rye and Absinthe rinse.
Standout selections
- — Añejo Mezcal Old Fashioned: Xicaru añejo mezcal, gum syrup, angostura & chocolate bitters.
- — Cherub’s Cup: Ketel Citroën, elderflower liqueur, strawberry syrup, lemon juice, simple, champagne.
- — Whiskey Smash: Bulleit, mint, lemon juice, simple, Peychaud’s.
Pricing: Cocktails range from $13 to $15.
Wine
A diverse list with sparkling, white, red, and rosé from various regions. Affordable by-the-glass pours and premium bottles, including a $200 Silver Oak. Brunch mimosa flights add sparkle.
Menu strengths
- — International selection with options from Italy, France, and Napa.
- — Value pricing on by-the-glass pours at $7.; Brunch mimosa flights with prosecco and champagne.
Standout selections
- — Silver Oak (Napa) – $200 bottle.
- — Champagne Collet Brut – $95 bottle.
- — La Marca Prosecco – $43 bottle.
Pricing: Select wines by the glass at $7 for 6 oz. Or 9 oz.; bottles range from $19 to $200.
Beer
A solid beer list with local breweries like Black Abbey and Yazoo, plus domestic and imports. Includes a non-alcoholic Heineken 0.0. Cans are reasonably priced.
Menu strengths
- — Local representation: Black Abbey, Tennessee Brew Works, Yazoo.
- — Variety of styles from pilsner to stout.; Non-alcoholic option: Heineken 0.0.
Standout selections
- — Black Abbey Pub Ale – pub ale, 4.8%.
- — Tennessee Brew Works Hippies & Cowboys – IPA, 6%.
- — Diskin Lil’ Blondie – cider, 5.6%.
Pricing: Beer prices range from $6 to $9 for cans.
Nonalcoholic
A thoughtful non-alcoholic program with house-made sodas and mocktails like the Saint Mary and Peach Fizz. Includes non-alcoholic beer and coffee with free refills.
Menu strengths
- — House-made non-alcoholic cocktails with fresh ingredients.; Non-alcoholic beer option: Heineken 0.0.
- — Coffee and tea available, with free refills on drip.
Standout selections
- — Saint Mary – house-style spiced tomato juice with citrus.
- — Peach Fizz – peach puree, lime juice, lemonade.
- — Pineapple Basil Limeade – pineapple syrup, basil, lime juice, soda water.
Pricing: Heineken 0.0 at $6; house-ground drip coffee at $2.50.
Spirits
An extensive spirits list covering bourbon, rye, scotch, tequila, mezcal, and liqueurs. Features high-proof bourbon like Elijah Craig Barrel Proof and rare scotch like Glenmorangie 18.
Menu strengths
- — Deep bourbon selection including Blanton’s and Elijah Craig Barrel Proof.
- — Tequila and mezcal options from Casamigos to Xicaru.
Standout selections
- — Elijah Craig Barrel Proof – 126.2 proof.
- — Glenmorangie 18 yr – Extremely Rare, Highland.
- — Whistle Pig 10 YR – rye whiskey.
Pricing: Spirits pricing varies; Glenmorangie 18 yr at $33, Highland Park 15 yr at $29.
How it sits with the food
With a menu spanning Traditional American, New American, and Classic Steakhouse, the wine list’s Napa reds like Cakebread and Duckhorn Decoy pair with steaks, while the bourbon selection complements hearty dishes. The brunch cocktail list, including mimosas and French 75s, suits brunch fare.
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