Restaurant
Unclaimed profileMetro City Restaurant & Bar
Sunnyvale, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Metro City Restaurant & Bar runs a serious beverage program with a cocktail list organized by spirit type, from vodka to gin, plus a dedicated brunch section. House originals like the Always Sunny sit alongside a deep spirits collection that includes Don Julio 1942 and Yamazaki. Wines by glass and bottle, a craft beer lineup, and nonalcoholic options round out a program that rewards exploration.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Always Sunny a house specialty mixing Tito's Vodka, Aperol, grapefruit, and lemon. For a classic, the Old Fashioned with Buffalo Trace is a solid choice. If you prefer tequila, the Paloma with Don Julio Blanco and blood orange liqueur is worth the $11.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts will appreciate the range of house specialties and classics. Spirit collectors can explore premium pours like Don Julio 1942 and Yamazaki. Brunch crowds have a wide selection of mimosas, bloody marys, and micheladas.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $11, with brunch cocktails from $7 to $11. Wines are $9 to $12 by the glass and $36 to $48 by the bottle. Bottled beers range from $5 to $7, and nonalcoholic drinks from $3 to $6.50.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is organized by spirit type, making it easy to navigate, and includes inventive house creations like the Always Sunny. The spirits list is notably deep, covering over a dozen categories and featuring premium bottles such as Don Julio 1942 and Yamazaki.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad cocktail list organized by spirit type covers vodka, rum, cognac, whiskey, tequila, and gin. House specialties like Always Sunny and The Metro Plane add originality. Brunch brings mimosas, bloody marys, micheladas, and coffee cocktails.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive menu organized by spirit type, from vodka to gin.
- — Creative house specialties with unique ingredients.; Brunch cocktail section with mimosas, bloody marys, and micheladas.
Standout selections
- — Always Sunny — Tito's Vodka, Aperol, grapefruit and lemon juice.
- — Paloma — Don Julio Blanco, lime, Solerno Blood Orange liqueur, IZZE grapefruit soda.
- — Old Fashioned — Buffalo Trace, sugar cube, bitters.
Pricing: $11 each; brunch cocktails $7-$11; some food menu specials lower (e.g., Manhattan $6)
Wine
Wine list includes red and white varietals by glass and bottle, from Cabernet Sauvignon to Sauvignon Blanc. Regions range from Lodi to Monterey and Napa. A sparkling option is available. Pricing is moderate.
Menu strengths
- — Both by-glass and by-bottle options across red and white varietals.
- — Diverse regions including Lodi, Monterey, and Napa/Solano.; Select wine specials on the food menu at $6.
Standout selections
- — Testarossa Cuvee Pinot Noir — Monterey, $12 glass / $48 bottle.
- — Emmolo Sauvignon Blanc 2020 — Napa/Solano County, $12 glass / $48 bottle.
- — Old Soul Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 — Lodi, $9 glass / $36 bottle.
Pricing: $9-$12 per glass; $36-$48 per bottle; select food menu specials $6
Beer
Craft beer selection features American lagers, blonde ales, and New England IPAs from breweries like El Segundo, Firestone Walker, and Fall River. Bottled options include Modelo, Guinness, and Ace Perry Cider. Draft specials are available on the food menu.
Menu strengths
- — Craft beer list with styles from American lager to New England IPA.
- — Includes local and international breweries.; Bottled options include hard seltzer and cider.
Standout selections
- — Fall River | Numb Numb Juice — New England IPA, 7.5% ABV.
- — Firestone Walker | 805 — Blonde Ale.; Ace Perry Craft Cider — Mango, 5% ABV.
Pricing: Bottled beers $5-$7; draft specials $3 on food menu
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic beverages include juices, sodas, coffee, tea, and smoothies. The list is straightforward, covering classics like Arnold Palmer and Shirley Temple, plus a strawberry banana smoothie. Prices are low.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of non-alcoholic options from juices to coffee and tea.
- — Affordable prices from $3 to $6.50.; Includes a Shirley Temple and Arnold Palmer.
Standout selections
- — Strawberry Banana Smoothie — $6.50.; Arnold Palmer — $3.00.
Pricing: $3-$6.50
Spirits
Spirits list spans over a dozen categories, including vodka, gin, rum, cognac, tequila, mezcal, scotch, bourbon, rye, Irish whiskey, and Japanese whiskey. Rare and premium selections like Don Julio 1942 and Yamazaki are available.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive selection covering over 100 options across all major spirit types.
- — Includes rare and premium pours like Don Julio 1942 and Yamazaki.
- — Spirits are also used in cocktails, showing integration.
Standout selections
- — Don Julio 1942 Tequila.; Yamazaki Japanese Whiskey.; Buffalo Trace Bourbon.
Pricing: Pricing not listed; premium pours available
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