Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileFleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Santa Clara, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Fleming’s balances a serious wine program with a creative cocktail list. The wine bar menu offers global pours by the glass and flights, plus a Sommelier's Prix Fixe. Cocktails like the Signature Smoked Old Fashioned show ambition, while zero-proof options are integrated throughout. Social Hour provides accessible entry points. A solid, well-rounded beverage destination.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Signature Smoked Old Fashioned, a bourbon-driven cocktail with house-made five-spice syrup. For wine, try the Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc or Silver Oak Cabernet by the glass. Don't miss the wine flights, especially the three 2 oz pours for $15.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts will appreciate the curated list and sommelier engagement. Cocktail fans will find creative options, and non-drinkers have thoughtful zero-proof choices. Social Hour attracts those seeking value.
- When should I go?
- Social Hour at the bar offers discounted cocktails and bites. The Sommelier's Prix Fixe is a special occasion option. Lunch provides a curated wine list with accessible pricing.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $17 to $24, with Social Hour cocktails at $9. Wine by the glass ranges from $10 to $28 at lunch, and flights are $15. Zero-proof cocktails are $13.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The dedicated wine bar menu with sommelier-guided tastings and flights sets it apart. The cocktail program includes zero-proof versions of popular drinks, and Social Hour provides an affordable entry point. The Signature Smoked Old Fashioned is a standout.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A creative cocktail menu with house-made syrups and premium spirits. Signature drinks like the Signature Smoked Old Fashioned and A Cut Above show ambition. Zero-proof options are integrated, and Social Hour offers value.
Menu strengths
- — Hand-crafted cocktails with unique ingredients like five-spice syrup and bergamot-scented clouds.
- — Social Hour provides affordable cocktail options at $9.
Standout selections
- — Signature Smoked Old Fashioned – Basil Hayden Toast bourbon, Angostura bitters, house-made five-spice syrup ($24).
- — A Cut Above – clarified margarita with Patron Silver, white peach & citrus ($18/21).
- — Salted Caramel Espresso Martini – Absolut Vanilia, Kahlua, Baileys, espresso, salted caramel syrup.
Pricing: Cocktails range from $17 to $24; Social Hour cocktails are $9.
Wine
A well-curated wine list with global selections and vertical offerings. The wine bar menu features by-the-glass pours and flights from notable producers. Sommelier-guided tastings and a Prix Fixe add depth.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive wine list with prominent regions and vertical offerings.
- — Wine flights and sommelier-guided tastings.; Prix Fixe menu with wine pairings.
Standout selections
- — Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc Sparkling – North Coast, NV (2 oz $9 / 6 oz $27).
- — Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon – Alexander Valley, 2019 (2 oz $20 / 6 oz $60).
- — Verite La Joie Bordeaux Blend – Sonoma County, 2013 (2 oz $25 / 6 oz $75).
Pricing: Wine by the glass from $10 to $28 at lunch; flights $15 for three 2 oz pours.
Nonalcoholic
A thoughtful non-alcoholic program with zero-proof cocktails using Seedlip and Lyre's. Options like Espresso Yourself and Herb Your Enthusiasm are creative. Also includes house-made sodas and sparkling teas.
Menu strengths
- — Zero-proof cocktails are integrated into multiple menus.; Creative ingredients like Seedlip and Monin syrups.
- — Variety beyond standard sodas, including Tost and Blackberry Lavenderade.
Standout selections
- — Espresso Yourself – Seedlip Notas de Agave, vanilla-sage syrup, espresso ($13).
- — Golden State of Mind – Seedlip Grove 42, pineapple, turmeric syrup, ginger beer ($13).
- — Herb Your Enthusiasm – Lyre's Dry London Spirit, herbs, cucumber, lime & yuzu ($13).
Pricing: Zero-proof cocktails $13; iced tea $7.
Spirits
A diverse spirit selection across bourbon, rye, tequila, vodka, rum, and gin. Premium brands like Basil Hayden, WhistlePig, and Don Julio are featured in cocktails. No dedicated spirits list, but the cocktail menu showcases range.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse spirit categories represented.; Use of premium and craft spirits.
- — Cocktails highlight specific spirits, from bourbon to rum.
Standout selections
- — Jones Street Manhattan – WhistlePig PiggyBack 100% Rye, Averna Amaro, bitters ($23).
- — Small Batch Smash – 1792 Small Batch bourbon, mint, maple syrup, lemon.
- — Pineapple Castaway – Diplomatico Planas rum, mint, pineapple, Fever-Tree Lime & Yuzu.
Pricing: Cocktails featuring premium spirits range from $17 to $24.
How it sits with the food
The wine list is designed to complement prime steaks, with full-bodied reds like Silver Oak Cabernet and Caymus. The Sommelier's Prix Fixe pairs wine with food. Cocktails like the Salted Caramel Espresso Martini can bridge dessert.
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