Restaurant
Unclaimed profileFelix Cocktails et Cuisine
Charleston, SC · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Felix Cocktails et Cuisine pairs a Parisian-inspired setting with a cocktail program that has earned national recognition. The menu spans multiple categories, from sparkling to draft cocktails, with well-priced drinks like the Espresso Martini and Pora Pora. A concise wine list and a dedicated mocktail section round out the experience.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Espresso Martini, built with fresh brewed espresso, crème de cacao, Six & Twenty cream, Hoodoo chicory liqueur, and Holy City’s espresso vodka. For something brighter, the Pora Pora combines mezcal, tequila, fresh lime, pomegranate molasses, and hellfire bitters.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking a recognized craft cocktail bar with a French accent. The diverse menu, including sparking and draft cocktails, offers something for adventurous and classic tastes alike.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $14 to $18; mocktails are $14. Wine bottles range from $56 to $98, with a Sancerre at $80 and a Pinot Noir at $72.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A Parisian-inspired restaurant and cocktail bar, Felix earned a spot on Conde Nast Traveler’s top 12 cocktail bars. The cocktail list is organized into inventive categories, and the bar’s craft approach is evident in ingredients like acid-adjusted juices and smoked rosemary foam.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu is extensive and inventive, with categories like Félix Classics, Sparkling Cocktails, House Cocktails, and Draft Cocktails. Specific drinks include the Espresso Martini, American in Paris, Pora Pora, and Gin Old Fashioned. Conde Nast Traveler ranked Felix among the top 12 cocktail bars.
Menu strengths
- — Menu spans multiple categories, offering a wide range of styles from sparkling to draft.
- — Creative ingredients such as Byrrh, pomegranate molasses, and barrel-aged gin appear in several cocktails.
- — Recognized by Conde Nast Traveler as one of the top 12 cocktail bars.
Standout selections
- — Espresso Martini: fresh brewed espresso, crème de cacao, Six & Twenty cream, Hoodoo chicory liqueur, Holy City's espresso vodka.
- — Pora Pora: mezcal, tequila, fresh lime juice, pomegranate molasses, hellfire bitters.
- — Manhattan Noir: rye whiskey, See the Elephant amaro, Angostura bitters.
Pricing: $14-$18
Wine
The wine program is straightforward but serviceable, with bottles available for takeout via the online menu. Selections include Sancerre, Rosé, Pinot Noir, and Bordeaux, ranging from $56 to $98. A customer enjoyed a glass of Sauvignon Blanc with a meal.
Menu strengths
- — Bottle list includes classic regions: Sancerre, Bordeaux, and Pinot Noir.
- — Prices are moderate for a restaurant wine list, with a Rosé at $56 and a Pinot Noir at $72.
- — Availability of wine by the glass is implied by a customer's Sauvignon Blanc order.
Standout selections
- — Sancerre BTL: $80, a classic Loire Sauvignon Blanc.
- — Bordeaux BTL: $80, a red blend from Bordeaux.
- — Pinot Noir BTL: $72, a versatile red option.
Pricing: $56-$98 per bottle
Beer
The beer selection is minimal, with two options listed on the online ordering menu: Kronenbourg Blanc and an IPA. Both are priced affordably, but the list lacks depth or distinguishing features.
Menu strengths
- — Kronenbourg Blanc offers a French-style wheat beer, fitting the Parisian theme.
Standout selections
- — Kronenbourg Blanc — $10.00 — Beer available on Toast menu
Pricing: $8-$10
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated Mocktails section features three creative non-alcoholic drinks, each priced at $14. Options like La Petit Zing and Joie de Vivre use ingredients such as ginger syrup, hibiscus, and pomegranate molasses, showing attention to non-drinkers. Hot beverages like coffee and tea are also available.
Menu strengths
- — Three distinct mocktails, each with complex flavor profiles.
- — Priced consistently at $14, making them a serious option.
Standout selections
- — La Petit Zing: ginger syrup, orgeat, lime juice, ginger ale, cucumber.
- — Joie de Vivre: acid adjusted orange juice, hibiscus syrup, pomegranate molasses, soda water.
Pricing: $14 each
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