Restaurant
Unclaimed profileFirestone Grill
Bakersfield, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Firestone Grill pours a broad, crowd-pleasing bar program. The cocktail list leans on classics and barrel-aged twists, while the draft wall shows Central Coast loyalty with Firestone Walker and Topa Topa. Wine stays regional with Paso Robles and Edna Valley bottles. A recent customer singled out the jalapeno margarita as a standout, and happy hour cuts draft beer prices in half.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Barrel Aged Old Fashioned, made with locally distilled bourbon, cane sugar, and bitters. For a lighter pour, the Cali Squeeze Hefeweizen from Firestone Walker is a reliable tap choice. If tequila is the mood, the Spicy Margarita uses Casamigos jalapeño tequila.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who want a familiar but well-stocked bar will find it. Beer fans can explore Firestone Walker's own lineup plus local IPA options. Cocktail drinkers have a mix of classics and barrel-aged creations. Wine lovers get a compact but regional California selection.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour brings half-off draft beer and well drinks making it a good time to sample several options without commitment.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Happy hour well drinks and drafts are priced at $4 in San Luis Obispo; offers half-off drafts and wells. Sodas run $2.69. No full-price drink prices were provided.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bar leans into Firestone Walker's home turf with 805 and Cali Squeeze on draft, and it highlights local spirits in cocktails like the Barrel Aged Old Fashioned. The wine list is a tour of California appellations, from Paso Robles to Edna Valley.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu spans classics and originals, including an Aged Manhattan with Woodford Whiskey, a Moscow Mule with Tito's, and a Barrel Aged Old Fashioned using locally distilled bourbon. A customer recently praised the jalapeno margarita.
Menu strengths
- — Includes barrel-aged cocktails, showing some craft ambition beyond standard bar fare.
- — Uses specific brands like Woodford, Tito's, and Casamigos in the listed recipes.
- — Menus and San Luis Obispo show a consistent cocktail program.
Standout selections
- — Barrel Aged Old Fashioned – locally distilled bourbon, cane sugar, and bitters.
- — Spicy Margarita – Casamigos jalapeño tequila with triple sec and fresh lime.
Pricing: Happy hour well drinks $4 in San Luis Obispo; no other prices listed.
Wine
The wine list is compact but regional, featuring California producers like Opolo Winery for Cabernet, Tolosa for Pinot Noir, and Qupe for Chardonnay. White options include Sauvignon Blanc from Justin and Pinot Gris from J Dusi.
Menu strengths
- — Wines are sourced from notable California regions including Paso Robles and Edna Valley.
- — Offers both red and white selections across several producers.
Standout selections
- — Cabernet – Opolo Winery (Paso Robles); Pinot Noir – Tolosa Winery (Edna Valley)
Beer
The draft list leans heavily on Firestone Walker, with 805 Blonde Ale and Cali Squeeze Hefeweizen, plus outside taps like Topa Topa's Spectro IPA. Customers note the tap selection is good, and Cali Squeeze is a favorite.
Menu strengths
- — Features local Firestone Walker beers, a draw for craft drinkers.
- — Includes a mix of styles: blonde ale, hefeweizen, IPA, and more.
- — Happy hour discounts on drafts encourage trying multiple pours.
Standout selections
- — Cali Squeeze Hefeweizen – Firestone Walker, 5.0% ABV
- — 805 Blonde Ale – Firestone Walker, 4.7% ABV
Pricing: Happy hour: half-off draft beer; $4 drafts in San Luis Obispo.
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options are limited to sodas and Michelob Ultra ZERO, a non-alcoholic beer. This is a minimal but functional selection for designated drivers or those abstaining.
Menu strengths
- — Provides a non-alcoholic beer option, which is not universal at grill restaurants.
- — Sodas are available as a standard beverage side.
Standout selections
- — Michelob Ultra ZERO — Non-alcoholic beer option.; Menu lists sodas as a side item.
Pricing: Soda $2.69; no price for Michelob Ultra ZERO.
Spirits
The spirits list is extensive, covering whiskey, vodka, rum, gin, and tequila. Whiskey alone includes Bulleit, Crown Royal, Jameson, and Jack Daniel's; vodka ranges from Tito's to Grey Goose; tequila spans Jose Cuervo to Don Julio.
Menu strengths
- — Broad spirit categories with recognizable mid-tier and premium brands.
Standout selections
- — Whiskey selection – includes Bulleit, Crown Royal, Jameson, Jack Daniel's.
- — Tequila selection – includes Patron and Don Julio.
- — Vodka selection – includes Tito's, Ketel One, Grey Goose.
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