Wine bar
Unclaimed profileFaubourg
Montclair, NJ · $$$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Faubourg runs a serious bar program beneath its wine-bar banner. Handcrafted cocktails like the matcha-infused Guns & Roses and the cucumber-lemongrass Ocho Problemas show real range, while wines by the glass reach from a $13 Languedoc Pinot Noir to Taittinger Champagne. Themed sommelier wine dinners and a deep aged-rum list add further depth, making it a destination for both creative cocktails and considered wine drinking.
- What should I order?
- Start with the White Cosmo, a crisp blend of Prairie Vodka, St Germain, and white cranberry. For something more adventurous, the Guns & Roses pairs matcha-infused gin with rhubarb strawberry and rosewater. Wine drinkers should consider a glass of La Camensarde Sancerre or, for a splurge, the Taittinger Brut Prestige.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts will appreciate the creative, well-priced drinks, while wine lovers can explore a diverse by-the-glass list or attend one of the themed multi-course wine dinners. Rum aficionados have a dedicated aged selection to work through.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour offers classic cocktails, margaritas, and draft beer at reduced prices. The venue also hosts themed wine dinners, such as a Greek wine dinner in September and an Italian wine dinner later that month.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Handcrafted cocktails run $17-$19, with happy hour classics at $10. Wines by the glass range from $13 to $28, and draft beers are $10. Themed wine dinners are priced at $145-$160 per person.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A wide-ranging program that includes a frozen cocktail list, a rum section spanning five countries, and sommelier-paired wine dinners. The cocktail menu rotates with new specials, per customer notes, and features uncommon ingredients like matcha-infused gin and cucumber lemongrass.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Extensive handcrafted list with creative ingredients and named creations. Cocktails range from a white cranberry St Germain martini to a matcha-infused gin number with rhubarb strawberry and rosewater. Frozen options and a happy hour classic list add versatility.
Menu strengths
- — More than a dozen named handcrafted cocktails, many with unusual components like matcha-infused gin or cucumber lemongrass.
- — Pricing is fair for the creativity, with a $17-$19 band and $10 happy hour classics.
Standout selections
- — Guns & Roses: matcha-infused gunpowder gin, rhubarb strawberry, rosewater, lemon ($17)
- — Ocho Problemas: Tequila Ocho, Fontbonne 1874, cucumber lemongrass, lime ($19)
- — White Cosmo: Prairie Vodka, St Germain, white cranberry, lemon ($17)
Pricing: $17-$19 handcrafted; $10 during happy hour
Wine
By-the-glass selection covers red, white, rosé, sparkling, and dessert wines. Themed multi-course wine dinners with sommelier pairings highlight Greek and Italian producers. Happy hour house wine at $8 offers an entry point.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse by-the-glass list with a $13 Languedoc Pinot Noir and a $28 Taittinger Champagne.
- — Sommelier-paired themed dinners, such as Greek and Italian events, add depth.
- — Happy hour house wine at $8 makes wine accessible.
Standout selections
- — La Camensarde Sancerre, Loire Valley, France 2025 ($22)
- — Taittinger Brut Prestige NV, Champagne, France ($28); Karanika Cuvée Spéciale 2024 (Greek wine dinner pairing)
Pricing: $13-$28 by the glass; $8 happy hour house wine; wine dinners $145-$160
Beer
Draft list includes local and German styles, from a tropical hazy IPA to a Vienna lager. Bottled options include Belgian trappist ales. Pours are straightforward and reasonably priced.
Menu strengths
- — Six drafts with clear style and ABV labeling.
- — Includes local craft breweries like Beer Tree and Hoboken Brewing.
Standout selections
- — Beer Tree Brew - Any Day's Haze, tropical hazy IPA, 6.3% ($10)
Pricing: $10 drafts; $8-$12 bottles; $7 happy hour drafts
Nonalcoholic
Two alcohol-free cocktails are offered, including The Yuzual with cucumber, shiso, yuzu, and lime. The Yuzual is priced at $9, making it an affordable option for non-drinkers.
Menu strengths
- — Alcohol-free options are available, not just sodas.; The Yuzual uses fresh, savory ingredients like cucumber and shiso.
Standout selections
- — The Yuzual — 9 — Cucumber, Shiso, Yuzu, Lime
Pricing: The Yuzual at $9
Spirits
A dedicated aged rum list spans Jamaica, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Martinique, and Guyana. Pours range from a $18 Zacapa Negra to a $55 Appleton 2002. This is a focused, high-quality spirits selection.
Menu strengths
- — Rums from five different countries, including rare aged expressions.
- — Price range accommodates both casual sippers and collectors.
Standout selections
- — Appleton 2002, Jamaica ($55); El Dorado 21 Years, Guyana ($25)
Pricing: $18-$55 per pour
How it sits with the food
Food is not the focus here, but the themed wine dinners pair multi-course meals with wines, such as the Greek dinner featuring Assyrtiko and Moscofilero. By-the-glass options like Sancerre and Sauternes offer flexible pairing possibilities.
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