Restaurant
Unclaimed profilePappas Restaurant and Sports Bar
Parkville, MD · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar runs a wide-ranging beverage program that punches above its sports-bar weight. The cocktail list spans 16 creations, from the peachy Yia Yia's Mule to a Hendrick's-forward Juniper Shandy, all priced under $15. Housemade sangria comes in red and white, and the spirits back bar includes Blanton's and Del Maguey Mezcal. Wine gets a weekday discount, and non-drinkers have three dedicated mocktails.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Juniper Shandy, a Hendrick's and Aperol mix topped with Blue Moon, or the Lemon Sidecar for a brandy-laced classic. For a bigger pour, the red sangria delivers fruit and spirit in a pitcher. Bourbon fans should ask for Blanton's at $18, and non-alcoholic drinkers have the Virgin Watermelon Mule.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Sports fans wanting a solid beer and burger pairing, cocktail drinkers who appreciate a creative list without craft-bar prices, bourbon enthusiasts checking off Blanton's, and groups with designated drivers who can still get a real mocktail.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $11-$14, sangria is $10 a glass or $38 a pitcher, house wine is $8, and most wines are $9-$13 a glass. Spirits range from $7 to $18 per pour. The Monday Burger & Beer special is $14.50.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- It's a Baltimore tradition since 1972 that combines a sports bar's beer-and-burger ethos with a surprisingly deep back bar. The cocktail list includes playful house creations, the sangria is housemade in two colors, and the selection of premium bourbons and mezcal suggests a serious spirits commitment. The dedicated mocktail menu is a thoughtful touch.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Sixteen signature cocktails show creativity with ingredients like Crown Royal Peach and Fabrizia Limoncello. Housemade sangria in red and white adds a by-the-pitcher option. Happy hour discounts on sangria boost value.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive signature cocktail list with creative ingredients; Housemade sangria in two varieties
Standout selections
- — Yia Yia's Mule - Crown Royal Peach, cranberry, ginger beer, lime
- — Juniper Shandy - Hendrick's, Aperol, honey syrup, lemon, Blue Moon topper
- — Lemon Sidecar - Hennessy, limoncello, simple syrup, lemon
Pricing: Cocktails $11-$14; sangria $10 glass/$38 pitcher
Wine
A serviceable wine list with international and domestic options, including a $72 Champagne. No evidence of sommelier or storage conditions.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse wine selection including international and domestic options
- — Half-priced bottles on weekdays; Affordable house wine at $8
Standout selections
- — Sauvignon Blanc - Ranga Ranga - ripe citrus, crisp, zesty finish
- — Pinot Noir - Sokol Blosser Evolution - juicy, jammy, silky
- — Champagne Collet Brut - toasted brioche, citrus
Pricing: House wine $8; whites $9-$11 glass/$28-$38 bottle; reds $9-$13 glass/$30-$45 bottle; Champagne Collet Brut $72 bottle
Beer
Sixteen drafts and a range of bottles/cans cover local and national names, including non-alcoholic options. Weekly specials like $1 Bud Light cans and the Burger & Beer deal anchor the sports-bar appeal.
Menu strengths
- — Large selection of draft and bottled beers; Includes non-alcoholic beer options
Standout selections
- — Heavy Seas Loose Cannon IPA - hoppy, malty, piney
- — Natty Boh - mild, grainy, slightly sweet
Pricing: No individual beer prices listed; Burger & Beer special $14.50; $1 Bud Light cans on Tuesdays
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated mocktail menu offers three options at a fair price, and non-alcoholic beers include several Athletic Brewing choices. The selection is limited but intentional.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated mocktail menu with three options; Offers several non-alcoholic beer choices
Standout selections
- — Maddieberry - lemonade, vanilla, strawberries, ginger beer
- — Cupids Creamsicle - orange juice, cream, sprite
- — Virgin Watermelon Mule - fresh watermelon, ginger beer, lime
Pricing: Mocktails $9 each; non-alcoholic beer prices not listed
Spirits
A comprehensive spirits list spans bourbon, tequila, mezcal, vodka, gin, and cognac. Premium bourbons like Blanton's and Buffalo Trace sit alongside a solid mezcal selection. Prices are reasonable.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive spirits selection across all major categories; Includes rare and premium bourbons
Standout selections
- — Blanton's Bourbon - $18; Buffalo Trace Bourbon - $15
- — Del Maguey Vida Mezcal - $11
Pricing: Spirits $7-$18 per pour; Blanton's $18, Buffalo Trace $15, Casamigos Añejo $15
How it sits with the food
The menu's crab cake claim suggests pairing the Sauvignon Blanc (Ranga Ranga) with it, as the menu itself recommends. The Monday Burger & Beer special pairs a burger with a beer, and the hoppy Heavy Seas IPA would stand up to grilled meats.
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