Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileSLATE Steak, Sushi and Cocktails
Camarillo, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
SLATE's cocktail program is the draw: a lengthy list of inventive drinks like the Clean Slate and El Chapo, plus a Four Pour flight for sampling. The wine list covers major categories with bottles up to $250, while the sake selection adds depth. A dedicated Zero Proof section and a modest beer list round out the offerings.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Clean Slate, a gin-based cocktail with aloe and elderflower tonic. For a broader look, the Four Pour flight delivers four mini cocktails. The Smoky Old Man offers a bourbon-forward option with smoked presentation.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, well-executed drinks will find much to like. The sake list appeals to those exploring premium Japanese options. The Zero Proof section ensures non-drinkers have thoughtful choices.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $13 to $18, with the Four Pour flight at $18. Wines by the glass start at $11, and bottles range from $32 to $250. Zero proof drinks are $9.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is extensive and creative, featuring a Four Pour flight of mini cocktails. The sake selection is a notable addition, with several premium options.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
The cocktail menu is extensive, with eight signature options showcasing creative ingredients and techniques. Prices are reasonable for the complexity. A Four Pour flight offers a tasting format.
Menu strengths
- — Creative cocktails use techniques like milk clarification and smoked presentation.
- — The Four Pour flight allows sampling multiple cocktails.
- — Cocktails are featured in a 2-course meal deal.
Standout selections
- — Clean Slate: Sip Smith Gin, aloe, crystal lime, elderflower tonic.
- — El Chapo: Los Vecinos Mezcal, falernum, milk clarification, Sichuan peppercorn sugar.
- — Smoky Old Man: E.H. Taylor bourbon, sherry blend, maple, smoked.
Pricing: $13-$18
Wine
The wine list covers white, red, sparkling, and rosé by glass and bottle. Glass pours range from $11 to $18, and bottles from $32 to $250. House wine is included in the 2-course meal option.
Menu strengths
- — Comprehensive selection across varietals and regions.; Glass pours are available in two sizes (6oz and 9oz).
- — Bottle list includes premium options like Silver Oak Cabernet.
Standout selections
- — Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet, $120 per bottle.
- — Austin Hope Cabernet, $18 for 6oz or $25 for 9oz.
- — Bieler Père et Fils Rosé, $11 for 6oz.
Pricing: $11-$18 glass, $32-$250 bottle
Beer
A modest beer list includes several craft and domestic options, with a focus on IPAs and a couple of lighter ales and lagers. Prices are accessible.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local craft options from Topa Topa and Firestone.
Standout selections
- — Yo-Ho Aooni Japanese IPA, $9.; Firestone Mind Haze Galaxy Bender Hazy IPA, $8.
Pricing: $7-$9
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated Zero Proof section offers three creative mocktails, each at $9. The drinks use ingredients like orgeat, balsamic, and ginger beer, showing attention to non-alcoholic options.
Menu strengths
- — Creative ingredients like strawberry oleo and grapefruit soda.
- — All zero-proof drinks are priced uniformly at $9.
Standout selections
- — Pineapple Express: pineapple, lime, orgeat, sparkling water.; Happy Accident: strawberry oleo, citrus, balsamic, ginger beer.
Pricing: $9
Spirits
The spirits program is anchored by a sake selection with several premium options, available by the glass or bottle. Cocktails showcase a range of base spirits, from gin to bourbon.
Menu strengths
- — Sake list includes Junmai Daiginjo and Junmai Ginjo grades.
- — Cocktails feature a variety of spirits including mezcal, rye, and bourbon.
Standout selections
- — Hakutsuru Sho-Une Junmai Daiginjo, $14 glass / $45 bottle.
Pricing: $10-$45 per glass/bottle
How it sits with the food
The 2-course menu pairs a signature cocktail or house wine with a meal for $45, suggesting cocktails are designed to complement the food.
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