Restaurant
Unclaimed profileScott's Seafood Roundhouse
Folsom, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Scott's Seafood Roundhouse runs a broad, ambitious beverage program that spans a creative cocktail list, a deep wine cellar, and a serious spirits collection. Happy hour delivers value, while premium pours like Opus One and Louis XIII cater to high-end tastes. The bar menu's zero-ABV cocktails and local draft beers round out a program that has something for nearly every drinker.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Empress Pineapple Mule for a gin-forward twist, or the Cucumber Martini for a savory edge. Wine drinkers can spring for a glass of Cambria Chardonnay or a bottle of Silver Oak Cabernet. For a splurge, the Macallan 18yr or Louis XIII are on offer.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts will appreciate the creative specialty drinks, while wine collectors will find rare bottles like Opus One. Bourbon and scotch drinkers have a wide range to explore, and those avoiding alcohol can choose from dedicated zero-ABV cocktails.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is a prime time for value, with well cocktails at $6 and the Roundhouse Blonde at $5. Evenings are suited for a full dinner with premium wine pairings.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Specialty cocktails run $14-$15, with happy hour specials from $6-$10. Wine by the glass starts around $8.50, and bottles range up to $450. Draft beers are $8-$9, and premium spirits can reach $375.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program stands out for its sheer range: a cocktail list with Empress gin and lychee liqueur, a wine list with Opus One and Dom Perignon, and a spirits list that includes Louis XIII. The dedicated zero-ABV cocktail section is a thoughtful touch.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative specialty cocktails with global ingredients, plus a solid happy hour.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of original recipes using Empress gin, cucumber vodka, and peach schnapps.
- — Happy hour pricing is aggressive, with well cocktails at $6 and a praised Pomegranate Lemondrop at $10.
Standout selections
- — Empress Pineapple Mule - Empress Indigo Gin, pineapple, lime, ginger beer.
- — Cucumber Martini - cucumber vodka, muddled cucumber, Cointreau, Tajin rim.
- — White Peach Sangria - Pinot Grigio, peach schnapps, citrus, fresh fruit.
Pricing: Specialty cocktails $14-$15; happy hour well cocktails $6, Hornitos Margarita $9.
Wine
A deep, well-priced wine list spanning major varietals and regions, with premium labels like Opus One and Dom Perignon. House wine at $6 during happy hour adds value.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive selection covering Chardonnay, Cabernet, Pinot Noir, and sparkling.
- — Includes cult wines like Opus One and Silver Oak, plus luxury Champagne.
Standout selections
- — Opus One - Napa Valley, $450/bottle.
- — Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon - Alexander Valley, $160/bottle.
- — Veuve Clicquot Brut - France, $19/glass, $98/bottle.
Pricing: Wine by the glass $8.50-$22; bottles $32-$450.
Beer
A compact but solid beer list featuring local craft options like Bike Dog and Pizza Port, plus a house blonde. Happy hour specials make it affordable.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating draft handles include local breweries.; Non-alcoholic beer options available.
Standout selections
- — Roundhouse Blonde - house blonde ale, $5 during happy hour.
- — Pizza Port West Coast IPA - $9.
Pricing: Draft $8-$9; bottled $6-$9; happy hour draft $5-$7.
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated zero-ABV cocktail section with three inventive mocktails, plus non-alcoholic beers. This is a thoughtful program for designated drivers and non-drinkers.
Menu strengths
- — Three zero-ABV cocktails with fresh ingredients.; Non-alcoholic beer options from Clausthaler and Heineken.
Standout selections
- — No Lime in the Coconut - coco cream, lime, pineapple, grenadine.
- — Strawberry Mango Mojito - strawberry, mango, lime, mint, soda.
Pricing: Zero-ABV cocktails $7; non-alcoholic beers $6-$7.
Spirits
An extensive spirits list on the dessert menu, featuring rare scotches and cognacs, plus bourbons, ryes, and sake. The range is impressive, though not all categories are equally deep.
Menu strengths
- — Premium scotch selection including Macallan 18yr.; Rare cognac like Louis XIII at $375.
Standout selections
- — Macallan 18yr - Highland Scotch, $57.
- — Bowmore 12yr - Islay Scotch, $17.
Pricing: Scotch $12.50-$57; bourbon $8.50-$13.75; cognac $11.25-$375.
How it sits with the food
The extensive seafood-oriented menu pairs naturally with the wine list's Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio selections. The White Peach Sangria or Aperol Spritz could complement light appetizers, while the Espresso Love cocktail might follow dessert.
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