Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileLa Carafe
Houston, TX · $$$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
La Carafe pairs a deep, globally sourced wine list with a well-priced beer selection. The bottle list ranges from $27 to $185, covering Barolo, Bordeaux, and Napa, while reds by the glass run $8–$17. Local Texas brews like Buffalo Bayou 1836 Copper Ale share space with imports, all under $6. This is a straightforward, quality-driven beverage program.
- What should I order?
- For a wine drink, the Turley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 14' at $105 offers a substantial Napa pour. If you prefer beer, the Saint Arnold Art Car IPA is a local Texas choice at $4.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts exploring varied regions will find value in the bottle list's range, while beer drinkers seeking local Texas options have several affordable picks. The absence of cocktails keeps focus on the two core categories.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Beers run $4 to $6, with a 750ml Chimay Premiere Red Label at $16–$17. Red wine by the glass ranges $8–$17, while bottles span $27 to $185.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The wine list spans multiple regions—Barolo, Bordeaux, Napa—with a strong by-the-glass red selection. Beer drinkers get local Texas labels like Saint Arnold and Buffalo Bayou alongside international imports. This beer-and-wine focus is clear.
Beverage categories
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Wine
The wine list is extensive, covering red, white, sparkling, and port. Bottles include Barolo, Bordeaux, and Napa selections. Many reds are available by the glass, and prices span a broad range, making it accessible for various budgets.
Menu strengths
- — Global bottle list includes Barolo, Bordeaux, and Napa regions.
- — Many reds available by the glass, with prices from $8 to $17.
- — Champagne and sparkling bottles offered from $27 to $110.
Standout selections
- — Turley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 14' — $105; Kathryn Kennedy 'Small Lots Cabernet' 15' — $85
- — Reynvaan Syrah 'Stonessence' 09' — $100; Merry Edwards Pinot Noir RRV 15' — $110
Pricing: Red wine by the glass $8–$17; bottles $27–$185; Champagne/sparkling bottles $27–$110.
Beer
The beer list blends domestic, imported, and local Texas brews, including ciders. Most pours are $4–$6, and a large-format Chimay is available for $16–$17. The selection favors approachable, well-known labels.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local Texas brews such as Saint Arnold and Buffalo Bayou.
- — Most beers priced at $4–$6, making it a low-cost option.
Standout selections
- — Buffalo Bayou 1836 Copper Ale — $4; Saint Arnold Art Car IPA — $4
- — Avery Maharaja Double IPA — $6; Chimay Premiere Red Label 750ml — $16–$17
Pricing: Most beers $4–$6; Chimay Premiere Red Label 750ml $16–$17.
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