Restaurant
Unclaimed profileParkside Grill
Knoxville, TN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Parkside Grill's beverage program is a practical, well-priced lineup. Cocktails like the Knob Creek Old Fashioned and Moscow Mule sit alongside a compact wine list with glass pours from $6.75, while the draft list leans on regional craft such as Sierra Nevada's Hazy Little Thing and the Queen of Swords cider. It's a competent, unpretentious pour for the grill crowd.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Knob Creek Old Fashioned, a straightforward build with muddled fruit and bitters at $10.50. For something lighter, the Queen of Swords cider from Gypsy Circus is a local pick that drinks clean and crisp.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who want familiar, well-executed cocktails and a regional draft selection without fuss. The wine list is approachable, and the prices keep the bar casual.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $9.00 to $10.50, draft beers $5.75 to $6.75, and wine glasses $6.75 to $12.00. Bottles of wine go up to $49.00.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The drink menu balances a full cocktail list with a regional draft program, including Sierra Nevada from Asheville, Little Harpeth from Nashville, and Gypsy Circus cider.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Handcrafted cocktails list six selections including an Old Fashioned, a mule, a margarita, and a spritz. Prices stay in a narrow, reasonable band.
Menu strengths
- — Classic and contemporary builds are both represented, from the Old Fashioned to the Aperol Spritz.
- — Fresh citrus appears in the Moscow Mule and Mason Jar Margarita, suggesting attention to basic cocktail quality.
Standout selections
- — Knob Creek Old Fashioned: traditional build with muddled fruit, simple syrup, and bitters.
- — Moscow Mule: Tito's vodka, Goslings ginger beer, and fresh lime juice.
Pricing: $9.00 - $10.50
Wine
Wine list covers four main varietals with multiple producers for each, available by glass or bottle. Domestic and imported options are listed.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple producer choices for Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon offer some range.
- — By-the-glass pricing starts at $6.75, making it easy to sample.
Standout selections
- — Pinot Noir: includes Meiomi, a widely recognized California label.
Pricing: $6.75 - $12.00 glass; $23.00 - $49.00 bottle
Beer
Draft list includes six beers plus a cider, with bottled options from major and craft brewers. Regional producers are represented alongside national brands.
Menu strengths
- — Regional draft presence: Sierra Nevada (Asheville), Little Harpeth (Nashville), and Gypsy Circus ().
- — Draft prices are modest, topping out at $6.75.
Standout selections
- — Hazy Little Thing IPA: Sierra Nevada's hazy, fruit-forward IPA with a smooth finish.
- — Queen of Swords Cider: Gypsy Circus's unfiltered apple cider with a light sweetness.
Pricing: $5.75 - $6.75 drafts
Spirits
Specific spirits appear in cocktail descriptions, including Knob Creek bourbon, Tito's vodka, tequila, Jameson whiskey, and Dumplin' Apple Moonshine.
Menu strengths
- — Well-known base spirits are used in the cocktails, indicating a reasonable bar shelf.
- — Dumplin' Apple Moonshine adds a regional touch to the Shine on the Beach.
Standout selections
- — Cocktails use specific spirits such as Knob Creek bourbon, Tito's vodka, tequila, Jameson whiskey, and Dumplin' Apple Moonshine.
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