Restaurant
Unclaimed profileDeluxe Bar & Grill
Seattle, WA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Deluxe Bar & Grill's beverage program leans into playful, house-made cocktails like the strawberry-jalapeño tequila PICAfresa and the cucumber-gin Madam Du Barry, alongside 15 rotating Pacific Northwest draft beers. Happy hour brings $9 margaritas and $8 house wine. Non-alcoholic options include a Michelada and a Ritual-based mocktail. Wine is straightforward but fairly priced.
- What should I order?
- Start with the PICAfresa for a spicy-sweet kick, or the Madam Du Barry for a savory gin martini twist. For beer, a fresh Skagit Pilsner or Manny's Pale Ale. Don't miss the happy hour House Margarita or Deluxe Boilermaker.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts who appreciate infusions and house syrups, beer lovers seeking local Pacific Northwest drafts, and those wanting non-alcoholic options beyond soda. Happy hour seekers will find value.
- When should I go?
- Brunch features boozy options like Bloody Marys and Mimosas.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails $14–$16; non-alcoholic cocktails $12–$13; draft beers $4–$10; wine by glass $8–$10; happy hour margarita $9.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list is adventurous with infused spirits and house syrups, like the strawberry-jalapeño tequila in PICAfresa and the cucumber gin in Madam Du Barry. The beer program is equally robust, with 15 rotating local taps including a gluten-free option.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative list of eight signature cocktails using infused spirits and house syrups. Highlights include PICAfresa with strawberry-jalapeño tequila and Madam Du Barry with cucumber gin. Happy hour and brunch expand the lineup.
Menu strengths
- — Infused spirits and house syrups show craft and creativity.
- — Variety includes dessert drinks and boozy brunch options.
Standout selections
- — PICAfresa: strawberry-jalapeño infused tequila, lime, agave, chamoy-tajin rim.
- — Madam Du Barry: cucumber gin, dry vermouth, olive brine, blue cheese olives.
Pricing: Cocktails $14–$16; happy hour House Margarita $9
Wine
Compact but serviceable wine list covering major varietals from Washington, California, Italy, and New Zealand. Prices are fair. Happy hour wine special is a value.
Menu strengths
- — Offers by-the-glass and bottle options.; Happy hour house wine at $8.
Standout selections
- — MiMi Chardonnay, Chateau St Michelle, WA – $9/glass, $32/bottle.
- — Red Blend, Disastrous By Nature, Columbia Valley – $10/glass, $36/bottle.
Pricing: Wine by glass $8–$10; bottles $30–$36; happy hour house wine $8
Beer
Impressive draft lineup of 15 rotating Pacific Northwest taps, including a gluten-free option. Canned selection includes local favorites and seltzers. Happy hour discount adds value.
Menu strengths
- — 15 rotating local drafts showcase regional breweries.; Includes gluten-free and non-alcoholic options.
Standout selections
- — Skagit Pilsner, Farmstrong Brewing – crisp and fresh.
- — Forever Family Hazy IPA, Urban Family Brewing – 7.0% ABV.
Pricing: Draft beers $4–$10; canned $5–$8.50; happy hour $2 off drafts
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful non-alcoholic offerings: two crafted mocktails (Michelada and a Ritual-based sour) plus N/A beers from Athletic and Reuben's. Coffee and juice round out the menu.
Menu strengths
- — Two dedicated non-alcoholic cocktails with complex ingredients.; Includes non-alcoholic beer options.
Standout selections
- — Bueniño Michelada – N/A beer, tomato juice, jalapeño brine, chamoy-tajin rim.
- — How Bout No, Scott – Ritual N/A whiskey, mint, lemon, club soda.
Pricing: N/A cocktails $12–$13; Run Wild IPA $7/16oz
Spirits
Spirits are integrated into cocktails, with brands like Dewars, Evan Williams, Ketel One, and Pendleton. No standalone spirits menu, but cocktail usage shows a working bar.
Menu strengths
- — Happy hour features bourbon Old Fashioned and Boilermaker.
Standout selections
- — Rough Trade: Dewars White Label Scotch, honey-clove syrup, black lemon.
- — Deluxe Boilermaker: Evan Williams Bourbon shot with draft beer.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits list or pricing found
How it sits with the food
The savory, umami-laden Madam Du Barry with blue cheese olives could pair with burgers or steaks. The spicy PICAfresa suits tacos or grilled meats. Crisp pilsners like Skagit Pilsner are versatile for bar food.
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