Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileDave & Buster's Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks, CA
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
Research completed 2026-09-09 · Based on current public sources
Editor: Micah Rousey
Review methodology and evidence standardsThe editorial take
Dave & Buster's pours a wide-ranging drink program with discounted cocktails during Happy Hour, a house wine at $7, and drafts in 22oz pours. The cocktail list spans classic and specialty drinks, from a Watermelon Rita to a Reserve Old Fashioned. Beer drinkers get domestic and craft options, while non-alcoholic mocktails provide alternatives.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Watermelon Rita at $6 during Happy Hour for a margarita-style pour. The Moonshine LIT at $7 offers a Long Island iced tea variant, while the Henny Strawberry Nirvana at $8 brings Hennessy and strawberry together. For beer, a 22oz Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing IPA delivers craft volume.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Groups looking for familiar cocktails and value-driven Happy Hour pricing will find options. Beer fans can choose from large-format drafts, and those avoiding alcohol have mocktails like the No-Kick Blueberry Mule.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Happy Hour cocktails run $6-$8, with drinks starting at $5. A glass of house wine is $7 during Happy Hour.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The drink menu pairs classic cocktails with specialty creations, and Happy Hour brings several named cocktails down to $6-$8. Beer is served in 22oz draft format, and non-alcoholic mocktails are listed alongside the full bar.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
The cocktail menu spans classic and specialty drinks, with Happy Hour pricing on several named options. From a Watermelon Rita to a Reserve Old Fashioned, the list covers variety and value.
Menu strengths
- — Classic and specialty cocktails are listed, including a Reserve Old Fashioned and Tropical Mai Tai.
- — Happy Hour discounts cocktails to $6-$8, with drinks starting at $5.
Standout selections
- — Watermelon Rita – margarita variant at $6 during Happy Hour.
- — Moonshine LIT – Long Island iced tea variant at $7.
- — Henny Strawberry Nirvana – Hennessy and strawberry at $8.
Pricing: Happy Hour cocktails $6-$8; drinks from $5.
Wine
Wine options include red, white, and sparkling pours, with recognizable producers like Markstone Cabernet Sauvignon and Kendall Jackson Chardonnay.
Menu strengths
- — A curated wine list includes red, white, and sparkling selections.
- — Happy Hour offers a $7 glass of house wine.
Standout selections
- — Markstone Cabernet Sauvignon – red option on the wine list.
- — Kendall Jackson Chardonnay – white wine selection.; Coppola Prosecco – sparkling wine choice.
Pricing: House wine $7 during Happy Hour.
Beer
Beer selection covers domestic and craft options, with several available in 16oz and 22oz pours. Happy Hour includes 22oz domestic drafts, making it a solid choice for volume.
Menu strengths
- — Domestic and craft beers are listed, including Mexican lager and IPA styles.
- — 22oz domestic drafts are offered during Happy Hour.
Standout selections
- — Modelo Especial – Mexican lager in 16oz or 22oz.
- — Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing IPA – craft IPA in 16oz or 22oz.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options include mocktails such as No-Kick Blueberry Mule and Pink Dragon Spritz, along with other beverages like Mango Tea.
Menu strengths
- — Mocktails are listed, including No-Kick Blueberry Mule and Pink Dragon Spritz.
Standout selections
- — No-Kick Blueberry Mule – non-alcoholic mule.; Pink Dragon Spritz – non-alcoholic spritz.
Spirits
Spirits are not listed as standalone pours but appear in cocktails, with specific brands like Hennessy, Crown Royal, and Jack Daniel's.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktails incorporate named spirits such as Hennessy and Crown Royal.
- — The venue states an impressive selection of spirits.
Standout selections
- — Nutritional menu lists cocktails with specific spirits like Hennessy, Crown Royal, and Jack Daniel's.
About this review
Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.
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