Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileSidecar
Jacksonville, FL · $$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Sidecar pairs a creative drink menu with a long spirits list in a cozy, intimate setting. Classics like the Rye Old Fashioned and Mai Tai sit alongside inventive house cocktails, while holiday specials such as Coquito add seasonal flair. Customers single out the F&C Smoked Rum Old Fashioned and Hotel Nacional as exceptional.
- What should I order?
- Start with the F&C Smoked Rum Old Fashioned, a customer favorite that showcases the bar's craft. If you prefer something tropical, the Hotel Nacional is another praised option. For a classic approach, the Rye Old Fashioned delivers, or try the seasonal Coquito when available in December.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking a creative menu with both classics and inventive twists will find plenty to explore. The cozy atmosphere and knowledgeable bartenders who guide selections make it a good spot for those new to craft cocktails as well.
- When should I go?
- Visit during the daily happy hour or check out the cocktail of the week for a rotating selection. December brings a holiday menu with festive drinks like Coquito.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Holiday drinks were priced at $12 each, suggesting a mid-range price point for the cocktail program.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- Sidecar distinguishes itself with a creative drink menu that blends quirk and craft, adjacent to V Pizza locations. The cocktail of the week and seasonal holiday menu keep the list dynamic, while a long spirits list supports the bar's focus on crafted drinks.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail program offers a creative and thoughtful list with classic favorites and inventive twists. Knowledgeable bartenders guide selections, and customers praise specific drinks like the F&C Smoked Rum Old Fashioned and Hotel Nacional. Seasonal additions like Coquito and a cocktail of the week keep the menu lively.
Menu strengths
- — Creative and thoughtful cocktail list with classic and inventive options.
- — Knowledgeable bartenders guide selections, enhancing the experience.; Customers praise the craftsmanship and flavor of specific cocktails, including the F&C Smoked Rum Old Fashioned and Hotel Nacional.
Standout selections
- — F&C Smoked Rum Old Fashioned; Hotel Nacional; Rye Old Fashioned
Spirits
Sidecar maintains a long spirits list, including bourbon, supporting its cocktail program.; Long spirits list provides a wide selection.; Includes bourbon, a category with broad appeal.
Menu strengths
- — Long spirits list provides a wide selection.; Includes bourbon, a category with broad appeal.
Standout selections
- — Sidecar offers a long spirits list.; Long spirits list including bourbon.
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