Restaurant
Unclaimed profileSobelmans on St. Paul
Milwaukee, WI · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Sobelmans on St. Paul turns the Bloody Mary into a full meal, with eight named versions from The Classic at $9.50 to The Bloody Beast at $65.00, the latter topped with a whole fried chicken. The garnishes are the point: Polish sausage, shrimp, cheeseburger sliders, bacon-wrapped cheese balls. The Bloody Mary is the program, and it is executed with real audacity.
- What should I order?
- Start with The Classic Bloody Mary ($9.50) to gauge the signature garnishes, or commit to The Bloody Beast ($65.00) for the full experience with a whole fried chicken. The Bourbonado ($13.50) adds bourbon-sauced bacon-wrapped chicken for a savory twist.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Customers who treat a cocktail as a spectacle and a meal will find plenty to like. The elaborate garnishes and extreme variants such as The Beast and The Bloody Beast are built for those who want more than a drink.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Bloody Marys range from $9.50 for The Classic to $65.00 for The Bloody Beast, with most variants in the $11.50-$13.50 range. Upgrading the rail vodka to Tito's costs $2 extra.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Bloody Mary is not a side order here; it is the centerpiece, with over-the-top garnishes like cheeseburger sliders and whole fried chicken. The lineup includes eight named variants, from the straightforward Classic to the nationally known Beast.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Bloody Marys are the signature, with eight named variants from The Classic to The Bloody Beast. Garnishes are elaborate, and prices range from $9.50 to $65.00. The menu shows serious commitment to the format, including extreme versions.
Menu strengths
- — Eight named Bloody Mary variants, from The Classic to The Bloody Beast, show a deep commitment to the format.
- — Garnishes are elaborate and varied, including cheeseburger sliders, bacon-wrapped cheese balls, and even a whole fried chicken.
- — Price range from $9.50 to $65.00 allows for both accessible and over-the-top options.
Standout selections
- — The Classic Bloody Mary ($9.50) with signature garnishes including pickled Polish sausage, shrimp, and brussels sprouts.
- — The Bloody Beast ($65.00) includes all signature garnishes plus a whole fried chicken.
- — The Cheesehead ($12.50) features bacon and cheddar deep-fried cheese crackers.
Pricing: $9.50-$65.00
Spirits
The spirits program is straightforward: Bloody Marys are built on rail vodka, with an optional $2 upgrade to Tito's Vodka.
Menu strengths
- — Rail vodka provides a clean base for the Bloody Marys, and the Tito's upgrade is a sensible option.
- — The $2 upgrade price is modest, making a better vodka accessible without a large premium.
Standout selections
- — Bloody Marys are made with rail vodka and can be upgraded to Tito's Vodka.
How it sits with the food
The Bloody Marys themselves include substantial food elements: The Crown Mary comes with a cheeseburger slider, The Bourbonado with bourbon-sauced chicken, and The Bloody Beast with a whole fried chicken. These drinks double as meals.
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