Restaurant
Unclaimed profileʻOno Kitchen & Bar
Bellingham, WA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The beverage program at ʻOno Kitchen & Bar centers on a Libations cocktail list with named drinks priced $10–$15, built on branded spirits such as hibiscus gin, Li hing 100% agave tequila, and Kauaʻi Kōloa Cacao rum. Tropical and Hawaiian-influenced signatures include the Glass Mai Tai, Piña Colada, and Island 'Ol Fashioned. Wine and sake by the glass are priced $5–$10, draft and packaged beer lists run $4–$8, and a Zero Proof section offers crafted mocktails plus ready-to-drink non-alcoholic options.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Island 'Ol Fashioned, made with burnt n' smoked banana fat washed rye whiskey, demerara, and bitters, or the Glass Mai Tai with coconut clarified rum, macadamia nut orgeat, and fresh lime. For a no-proof option, the Placebocillin combines Polynesian bitters, n/a whiskey, lapsang tea, spicy ginger, and local honey.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Guests who want a full bar program alongside a scratch kitchen will find cocktails, wine, sake, beer, and zero-proof drinks on one menu. The tropical and Hawaiian-influenced cocktail signatures and the substantial Zero Proof section make it a practical choice for mixed groups.
- When should I go?
- The Bloody Mary is served all day, making it a viable order beyond brunch hours. The Zero Proof cocktails and non-alcoholic bar drinks are available for guests who want a crafted beverage without alcohol at any visit.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Libations cocktails are $10–$15. Wine by the glass is $5–$7, while sake and sparkling options are $10. Draft beers are $7–$8, bottles and cans are $4–$8, Zero Proof cocktails are $8–$12, and non-alcoholic bar drinks are $3–$9.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program pairs a tropical, Hawaiian-influenced cocktail list with branded and styled spirits, including Kauaʻi Kōloa Cacao rum and burnt n' smoked banana fat washed rye whiskey. A Zero Proof section with crafted mocktails such as the Placebocillin and Dry Daiquiri runs alongside the full bar menu.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The Libations section lists eight named cocktails with branded or styled spirits, including hibiscus gin, Li hing 100% agave tequila, mango jalapeno vodka, Kauaʻi Kōloa Cacao rum, and burnt n' smoked banana fat washed rye whiskey. Tropical and Hawaiian-influenced signatures include the Mai Tai, Piña Colada, and Island 'Ol Fashioned.
Menu strengths
- — Eight named Libations cocktails priced $10–$15 with specific spirit brands and house preparations.
- — Tropical and Hawaiian-influenced signatures such as the Mai Tai, Piña Colada, and Island 'Ol Fashioned.
- — Bloody Mary served all day with a smoked salmon belly add-on for +$2.
Standout selections
- — Island 'Ol Fashioned — $15 — burnt n' smoked banana fat washed rye whiskey, demerara, bitters
- — Glass Mai Tai — $12 — coconut clarified rum, macadamia nut orgeat, fresh lime
- — Kona Cold Brew Martini — $15 — Kauaʻi Kōloa Cacao rum, Kona cold brew, coffee liqueur
Pricing: $10–$15
Wine
The Wine & Sake section offers red, white, sparkling, and sake options by the glass. Named selections include Syrah [FR], Malbec [AR], Pinot Grigio [FR], and Chardonnay [WA], plus rotating red and white selections. Wine by the glass is $5–$7; sake and sparkling are $10.
Menu strengths
- — By-the-glass list spans red, white, sparkling, and sake.
- — Named varietals include Syrah [FR], Malbec [AR], Pinot Grigio [FR], and Chardonnay [WA].
- — Rotating red and white selections provide variation alongside the core list.
Standout selections
- — Malbec [AR] — $7 — red wine by the glass
- — Chardonnay [WA] — $7 — white wine by the glass
- — Otokoyama Junmai — $10 — sake by the glass
Pricing: $5–$10
Beer
The On Tap draft list includes Chuckanut Pilsner, Rotating IPA, Seekout Lemon & Raspberry Seltzer, Juneshine POG Kombucha, Hiwa Coconut Porter, Pineapple Mana Wheat, and Tieton Honey Lavender Cider. The Bottle/Can section adds Tall Boy Rainier, Coors Light, Nectar Seltzer, Fremont N/A IPA, Heineken, Victoria Cerveza, Lucky Buddha Lager, Kyla Lychee, and YOJU. Draft is $7–$8; bottles and cans are $4–$8.
Menu strengths
- — Draft list mixes local and imported options, including Chuckanut Pilsner, Hiwa Coconut Porter, and Pineapple Mana Wheat.
- — Bottle/Can section spans domestic, imported, seltzer, and non-alcoholic choices.
- — Draft beer is $7–$8, with bottles and cans at $4–$8.
Standout selections
- — Chuckanut Pilsner — $7 — draft beer; Hiwa Coconut Porter — $7 — draft beer
- — Tieton Honey Lavender Cider — $8 — draft cider
Pricing: $4–$8
Nonalcoholic
The Zero Proof section lists crafted mocktails including Placebocillin and Dry Daiquiri. N/A From The Bar adds Sugar Cane Juice, Ginger or Hop Kombucha, French Press Coffee, Pineapple Iced Tea, Kava Hot Tea, POG Juice, and Gun Soda. N/A From The Fridge includes Coconut Water, Ginger Beer, and Aloha Maid. Zero Proof cocktails are $8–$12; bar drinks are $3–$9; fridge items are $4–$6.
Menu strengths
- — Crafted Zero Proof cocktails including the Placebocillin and Dry Daiquiri.
- — N/A From The Bar spans juices, kombucha, coffee, and tea.
- — Fremont N/A IPA is available in the Bottle/Can section.
Standout selections
- — Placebocillin — $12 — Polynesian bitters, n/a whiskey, lapsang tea, spicy ginger, local honey
- — Dry Daiquiri — $8 — coconut fat washed n/a rum, coconut water, fresh lime, cane sugar
- — Ginger or Hop Kombucha — $6 — brewed in the Herald Building
Pricing: $3–$12
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