Restaurant
Unclaimed profileHangout Bar and Grill
Cary, NC · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Hangout Bar and Grill's beverage program is a study in contrasts: a compact late-night cocktail list with creative touches like a Don Julio 70 White Negroni and Lavender Gin Fizz, set against a sprawling beer menu that spans domestic standards and rotating local taps. The cocktail pricing is reasonable, and the beer selection is broad, but the program lacks a dedicated spirits list and wine offerings. It's a beer-first bar with a few cocktail surprises after dark.
- What should I order?
- For a cocktail, the Don Julio 70 White Negroni offers a tequila twist on a classic, while the Mr Black Cold Old Fashion brings coffee richness. Beer drinkers should check the rotating taps for local selections like Komona and Vicious Fishes. A Woodford Reserve old fashioned has been praised by customers.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the extensive draft and rotating tap list, including local North Carolina breweries. Cocktail fans seeking creative late-night options will find a few interesting choices, though the menu is small. The multiple bars and game areas suggest a crowd looking for a casual, lively hangout.
- When should I go?
- The cocktail menu is labeled 'Late Night Cocktails,' suggesting it's available primarily during late hours. Beer and non-alcoholic drinks are listed on the main drink menu, so those are available throughout service. The bar's atmosphere, described as vast yet intimate with a dance floor, suggests it may be livelier in the evening.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are priced between $11.45 and $14.45. Beer prices are not listed, but the range of domestic and imported options suggests standard bar pricing. Non-alcoholic beverages are also without listed prices, but typically fall in the usual range.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The venue's beverage program is distinctive for its beer selection, which includes a rotating tap list featuring local breweries like Komona, Vicious Fishes, and Austin Eastciders. The cocktail list, though small, offers unconventional choices like a white negroni and a lavender gin fizz, setting it apart from typical bar fare.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A small but creative late-night cocktail menu with four specialty drinks, including a tequila-based white negroni and a lavender gin fizz. Prices are moderate. Community evidence notes a positive experience with a Woodford Reserve old fashioned.
Menu strengths
- — Creative cocktail list with unique offerings like the Don Julio 70 White Negroni and Lavender Gin Fizz.
Standout selections
- — Don Julio 70 White Negroni: a modern twist on the classic, using tequila for vegetal, earthy notes.
- — Lavender Gin Fizz: gin shaken with fresh lemon juice and lavender-infused simple syrup, served over ice with lavender aroma.
Pricing: Cocktails range from $11.45 to $14.45.
Beer
Extensive beer selection including domestic, imported, draft, and rotating taps. Features local craft breweries like Komona, Vicious Fishes, and Austin Eastciders. No prices are provided, but the variety is impressive.
Menu strengths
- — Broad selection covering domestic, imported, draft, and rotating taps.
- — Includes local and regional craft beers from Komona, Vicious Fishes, and others.
Standout selections
- — Komona Schnitzel Smasher: a rotating tap selection from a local brewery.
- — Vicious Fishes Czech Dark Larger: a regional craft option on tap.
Pricing: Beer prices are not listed.
Nonalcoholic
Standard non-alcoholic offerings include sweet tea, unsweetened tea, coffee, and soft drinks, with a regional touch in Cheerwine. No mocktails or specialty non-alcoholic drinks are offered.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of standard options including tea, coffee, and soft drinks.
Standout selections
- — Sweet Tea: a Southern staple.; Cheerwine: a regional cherry soda.
Pricing: No prices listed for non-alcoholic beverages.
Spirits
Premium spirits like Woodford Reserve, Don Julio 70, and Cîroc are used in cocktails, but there is no dedicated spirits list.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktail menu features premium spirits such as Woodford Reserve, Don Julio 70, and Cîroc.
Standout selections
- — Don Julio 70 tequila: used in the white negroni.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits menu with prices.
How it sits with the food
No specific food pairing information is available, but the venue is a bar and grill, so the beer list, with its range of lagers and ales, likely complements standard bar food. The cocktails, such as the Lavender Gin Fizz, could pair with lighter fare, but this is speculative.
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