Restaurant
Unclaimed profileFall Line Kitchen & Bar
Richmond, VA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Fall Line Kitchen & Bar runs a serious beverage program across cocktails, wine, beer, and nonalcoholic options. The cocktail list leans on regional spirits and house-made syrups, while the wine list spans Virginia and international labels. Local drafts and a pair of mocktails round out a program that pairs well with the kitchen's fare.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Fall Line Signature Old Fashioned, built on Elijah Craig Private Select bourbon, vanilla demerara, and black walnut bitters. For wine, the Barboursville Winery Cabernet Franc offers a Virginia pour by glass or bottle.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who want a broad bar program with craft cocktails, a deep wine list, and local Virginia drafts will find options. The mocktail list also gives non-drinkers something beyond soda.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $13–$16, drafts are $8, wine by the glass $12–$18, and bottles $48–$210. Mocktails are $12.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The beverage program balances regional and international: cocktails use Virginia distillers like Capital gin and Cirrus vodka, while the wine list includes a Virginia Cabernet Franc and a Napa Chardonnay. Rotating local drafts anchor the beer side.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Eight craft cocktails on the official menu show range: bourbon, gin, mezcal, tequila, and rye. The signature old fashioned earned a positive customer note.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktail list spans bourbon, gin, mezcal, tequila, and rye, with creative ingredients like strawberry oleo and aquafaba.
- — Regional spirits appear in several drinks, including Capital gin and Cirrus vodka.
- — Prices are consistent and fair for craft cocktails.
Standout selections
- — Fall Line Signature Old Fashioned – Elijah Craig Private Select bourbon, vanilla demerara, black walnut bitters ($16).
- — Paper Plane – Old Forester bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, fresh lemon ($14).
- — Summer of Amaro – Vida mezcal, Montenegro, citrus oil ($15).
Pricing: $13–$16
Wine
The wine list is extensive, covering sparkling, white, rosé, and red. It includes Virginia and international producers. Helpful staff recommendations, including a Cabernet Sauvignon that paired well with a Bolognese stands out repeatedly.
Menu strengths
- — Depth across sparkling, white, rosé, and red, with both glass and bottle options.
- — Regional Virginia representation, such as Barboursville Winery, alongside international labels.
- — Pricing spans accessible glasses to premium bottles like Chateau Montelena.
Standout selections
- — Barboursville Winery Cabernet Franc 2021, VA – $16 glass / $64 bottle.
- — Chateau Montelena Chardonnay 2018, Napa Valley – $180 bottle.
- — Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label NV – $140 bottle.
Pricing: $12–$18 glass; $48–$210 bottle
Beer
The draft list rotates and features Virginia breweries, including Center of the Universe, Devils Backbone, Midnight, and Ardent. All drafts are $8. Bottled options run $6–$7.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating local draft selection highlights Virginia breweries.; Draft pricing is uniform and approachable at $8.
- — Variety includes IPA, lager, brown ale, and pilsner.
Standout selections
- — Brewski Lager – Center of the Universe Brewing, Ashland, VA ($8).
- — Pilsner – Ardent Craft Ales, VA ($8).; Stone IPA – Stone Brewing, VA ($8).
Pricing: $8 drafts; $6–$7 bottles
Nonalcoholic
Two mocktails and two non-alcoholic beers are listed on the official menu. The mocktails use fruit and spice elements, while the NA beers come from Best Day Brewing.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated mocktail list with two options at $12 each.
- — Non-alcoholic beer choices include an IPA and a lager.
Standout selections
- — Candle in the Wind (Mocktail) — $12 — Guilt free apertif, pineapple, guava, n.a. Bubbles
- — Candle in the Wind – alcohol-free aperitif, pineapple, guava, bubbles ($12).
Pricing: $12 mocktails; $7 non-alcoholic beers
How it sits with the food
The menu description notes that kitchen fare pairs with craft regional brews and cocktails. A customer reports a Cabernet Sauvignon recommendation that paired well with a Bolognese.
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