Wine Bar
Unclaimed profilePatron Saint Cafe + Bar
Cleveland, OH · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Patron Saint Cafe + Bar operates as an all-day cafe and aperitivo bar with a beverage program built around Italian drinking traditions. The cocktail list runs from a $7 Spaghett to a $15 Espresso Martini, with a build-your-own spritz format offering six aperitivo bases. An 18-plus amaro program and a Bottle Shop with no corkage fee add range. Wine focuses on Italian, natural, and low-intervention producers, and a dedicated Spirit Free list covers non-alcoholic cocktails, wine, and beer.
- What should I order?
- Start with the build-your-own Aperitivo Spritz, choosing from bases like Aperol, Contratto, or Cappelletti. For a bitter, stirred option, the Negroni uses Tanqueray, Campari, and two vermouths. The Spaghett, a $7 Miller High Life and Aperol combination, is the affordable house signature.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers interested in Italian aperitivo culture, amaro exploration, and low-intervention wine will find a focused list. The Spirit Free section and flexible spritz format also suit those seeking non-alcoholic or lower-ABV options.
- When should I go?
- The all-day cafe format makes it suitable for coffee and aperitivo at various hours. Happy Hour offers $8 spritzes and $6 spaghetts.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $7 to $15. Spritzes are $10 to $13. Wine by the glass is $10 to $13, with bottles from $12 to $49. Amaro pours are $7 to $12. Beer is $4 to $7. Non-alcoholic options are $5 to $11.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A Bottle Shop retail section allows on-site consumption of wine, amaro, and aperitivo with no corkage fee. The amaro program lists 18-plus selections served neat, on the rocks, caldo, or mixed. A house-collaboration barrel-aged saison is on tap.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A dedicated cocktail menu covers classics like the Negroni, Martini, and Paper Plane alongside Italian-inspired signatures. The build-your-own spritz format with six aperitivo bases is a standout feature. Happy Hour pricing on spritzes and spaghetts adds value.
Menu strengths
- — Build-your-own aperitivo spritz with six base options; Range from $7 Spaghett to $15 Espresso Martini
- — Happy Hour offers $8 spritzes and $6 spaghetts
Standout selections
- — Negroni ($13): Tanqueray gin, Campari, Cocchi + Antica Torino vermouths
- — Spaghett ($7): Miller High Life, Aperol, lemon; Aperitivo Spritz ($10-$13): choose your base, topped with prosecco + soda
Pricing: $7-$15
Wine
The wine program focuses on Italian producers and natural, low-intervention bottling. A Bottle Shop allows retail purchase for on-site consumption with no corkage fee. By-the-glass options include Prosecco, White, Red, and a Pour of the Day.
Menu strengths
- — Italian-focused, natural/low-intervention selection; Bottle Shop with no corkage fee
- — Extensive by-the-bottle list spanning red, white, bubbles, rosé, and orange
Standout selections
- — Niklas, Schiava ($28): pale red, herbs and orange peel, light-bodied with cherry and strawberry
- — Alta Langa 'Millesimato Contratto' ($47): Italian bubbly made in Champagne method
- — Matteo Furlani, 'Mae Son' Orange Wine ($26): Muller-Thurgau with citrus and floral notes
Pricing: $10-$13 by glass; $12-$49 by bottle
Beer
A concise beer list includes a house-collaboration barrel-aged saison on tap, Forst Lager, and Miller High Life. The saison is a distinctive local collaboration. Prices are accessible.
Menu strengths
- — House-collaboration barrel-aged saison on tap; Beer prices from $4 to $7
Standout selections
- — Mosaic x PS Table Bier ($7): barrel-aged saison on tap, 5.1%
- — Forst Lager — 5 — Lager.; High Life — 4 — Miller High Life.
Pricing: $4-$7
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated Spirit Free section lists six non-alcoholic options, including NA cocktails, wine, and beer. The 'No'jito and Phony Negroni provide cocktail alternatives, while Woody's NA Sparkling Rosé and Peroni 0.0 cover wine and beer.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated Spirit Free section with six options; Includes NA cocktails, wine, and beer
Standout selections
- — 'No'jito ($10): NA vermouth, fresh mint, fresh lime, soda
- — Phony Negroni ($9): non-alcoholic Negroni riff with bright, bitter backbone
- — Woody's NA Sparkling Rosé ($11): sparkling non-alcoholic rosé from California
Pricing: $5-$11
Spirits
An extensive amaro program lists 18-plus selections served neat, on the rocks, caldo, or mixed. The Bottle Shop offers aperitivo and amaro bottles for on-site consumption or takeaway. A full bar is available.
Menu strengths
- — 18+ amaro selections with multiple serving styles; Bottle Shop retail for aperitivo and amaro
Standout selections
- — Montenegro ($9): rose petal + orange peel, served neat, on the rocks, caldo, or mixed
- — Nonino ($12): vanilla + baking spices; Sfumato ($9): smoky + woodsy
Pricing: $7-$12 pours; $25-$45 bottles
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