Restaurant
Unclaimed profileSoCal Kitchen + Bar
Columbus, OH · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
SoCal Kitchen + Bar's beverage program delivers creative cocktails with a California lean—think Buffalo Trace in Boardwalk Bourbon and a Spritz Flight for brunch. The wine list spans regions and price points, from Coppola's Sofia to Taittinger. Zero-proof options show real effort, and happy hour discounts across drinks. A solid destination for varied drinking, though spirits enthusiasts will find limited standalone depth.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Boardwalk Bourbon, a Buffalo Trace cocktail with orange, fig, and pineapple essence. For a lighter route, the Rosé All Day sangria is available by the carafe. Wine drinkers should consider the Siduri Pinot Noir by the glass.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail drinkers who like creative, fruit-forward drinks will find plenty. Wine lovers will appreciate the international by-the-glass selection. Those avoiding alcohol have a dedicated zero-proof menu with complex options like the Basil Fresno Refresher.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour brings half off specialty cocktails and wine pours, plus $6 drafts, making it a good time to sample widely. Brunch features the Spritz Flight and other morning-friendly drinks.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Specialty cocktails run $15–$18, wines by the glass $10–$26, drafts $9, and zero-proof drinks $9–$11. Bottles range from $37 to $144.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list leans on infused and fruit-forward ingredients—roasted pineapple, pressed blood orange, apple-pear sangria—and the wine program spans six countries with premium bottles like Taittinger. A dedicated zero-proof section with Seedlip and Lyre’s shows attention beyond the bar.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A creative specialty list spans sangria, bourbon, tequila, and gin drinks, with brunch flights and a happy hour discount. Seven named cocktails plus a spritz flight show range and intent.
Menu strengths
- — Eight specialty cocktails plus a spritz flight, each with distinct spirits and flavor profiles.
- — Happy hour halves prices on specialty cocktails, making the creative list more accessible.
Standout selections
- — Boardwalk Bourbon – Buffalo Trace, orange & fig, pineapple essence
- — Spicy Pineapple Margarita – Corazón Blanco, roasted pineapple, Cointreau
Pricing: $15–$18; half off during happy hour
Wine
An extensive list covers sparkling, rosé, white, and red from six countries, with premium bottles like Cakebread and Taittinger. By-the-glass pours include 6 oz and 9 oz options.
Menu strengths
- — International by-the-glass selection spans California, France, Italy, Spain, New Zealand, and Washington.
- — Bottle list includes premium producers like Taittinger and Cakebread Cellars.
Standout selections
- — Pinot Noir – Siduri, Willamette Valley, Oregon ($20 glass / $80 bottle)
- — Champagne Brut – Taittinger, La Française ($144 bottle)
Pricing: $10–$26 by the glass; $37–$144 bottles
Beer
A small draught list includes a German pilsner, a California IPA, and a rotating local craft selection. Happy hour drops drafts to $6.
Menu strengths
- — Draught beer list includes Scrimshaw Pilsner, Rotating Craft Selection, and Weekend Vibes IPA.
Standout selections
- — Scrimshaw Pilsner – North Coast Brewing, CA; Weekend Vibes IPA – Coronado Brewing, CA
Pricing: $9 drafts; $6 during happy hour
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated zero-proof menu features five cocktails using Seedlip, Lyre’s, and fresh juices, plus a brunch matcha latte. Prices are accessible.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated zero-proof cocktail menu with five creative options.
- — Uses quality alternatives like Seedlip and Lyre’s gin alternative.
Standout selections
- — Basil Fresno Refresher – Lyre’s gin alternative, charred jalapeño & Fresno
- — Dry Tai – pressed juices, orgeat, grenadine, vanilla
Pricing: $9–$11; Matcha Latte $7
Spirits
Cocktail program uses a variety of spirits, from Buffalo Trace bourbon to Espolòn reposado.; Happy hour well drinks at $6 provide an entry point.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktail program uses a variety of spirits, from Buffalo Trace bourbon to Espolòn reposado.
- — Happy hour well drinks at $6 provide an entry point.
Standout selections
- — Cocktails use a variety of spirits including bourbon, gin, vodka, rum, and tequila.
Pricing: $6 well drinks during happy hour
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