Restaurant
Unclaimed profileStandard Beer + Food
Raleigh, NC · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Standard Beer + Food pairs an in-house brewery with a cocktail program that runs from frozen Painkillers to amaro-laced Snipe Hunts. Wine lists span orange and skin-contact bottles, and mocktails and NA beers hold their own. Two locations share a commitment to creative, well-priced drinks.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Chupacabra for a chili-infused pineapple kick, or the frozen Vietnamese Coffee for dessert-like richness. For beer, the Hibiscus Tripel or One Hundred Percent Hazy IPA showcase the house brewing range. Wine drinkers should seek the Ameztoi Txakolina.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft beer enthusiasts will appreciate the rotating house brews and local malt sourcing. Cocktail fans will find creative frozen and specialty options. Wine lovers exploring orange and skin-contact styles will find a curated list. NA drinkers are covered with mocktails and NA beers.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are ideal for the full cocktail and beer selection. The frozen drinks at Person Street make it a summer destination. North Hills offers a more full-service experience with a curated wine menu.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $9-$15, house beers $6-$8 per pint, guest beers up to $12. Wine by the glass is $12-$15, bottles $45-$128. Mocktails and NA beers are $6 each.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A Craft Malt Certified in-house brewery using malt from Riverbend Malt House in Asheville sets the beer program apart. The cocktail menu balances playful frozen drinks with more composed creations, and the wine list ventures into orange and skin-contact territory rarely seen at this level.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad cocktail menu spans frozen drinks, classics, and inventive specialties with house-made syrups and creative amari.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety from $9 Standard Spaghett to $15 Snipe Hunt.
- — Creative ingredients like chili-infused pineapple and lavender butterfly pea syrup.
- — Frozen cocktails are a highlight at Person Street.
Standout selections
- — Chupacabra: El Jimador tequila, Vida mezcal, Cointreau, chili pineapple, lime, Tajin rim.
- — Painkiller (frozen): Goslings rum, orange, pineapple, coconut, fresh nutmeg.
- — Snipe Hunt: Four Roses, Cynar, Aperol.
Pricing: Cocktails $9-$15.
Wine
Wine lists at both locations include sparkling, white, red, rosé, and orange wines, with a focus on diverse, food-friendly selections. North Hills is described as having a curated wine menu.
Menu strengths
- — Available by glass and bottle at both locations.
Standout selections
- — Maison Darragon Vouvray Brut: sparkling with pear, white flowers, honeycomb.
- — Ameztoi 'Rubentis' Txakolina: rosé with citrus zest, red fruit, vibrant spritz.
Pricing: By the glass $12-$15; bottles $45-$128.
Beer
In-house brewery producing rotating lagers, IPAs, stouts, and barrel-aged beers. Craft Malt Certified with malt from Riverbend Malt House.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating house beers including Hibiscus Tripel and One Hundred Percent Hazy IPA.
Standout selections
- — Hibiscus Tripel: Belgian-style tripel brewed with hibiscus, 8% ABV.
- — One Hundred Percent Hazy IPA: hazy IPA with rotating hops, 7% ABV.
- — Standard Cerveza: Mexican dark lager, 4.5% ABV.
Pricing: House beers $6-$8 per pint; guest beers $7-$12.
Nonalcoholic
A solid non-alcoholic lineup includes mocktails like Dreamsicle and Jukie, plus NA beers from Athletic and Untitled Art. Priced at $6, they offer accessible alternatives.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of mocktails and NA beers at both locations.
Standout selections
- — Jukie: grapefruit, lime, ginger simple, Topo Chico.
- — Athletic Hazy IPA: non-alcoholic hazy IPA.
Pricing: Mocktails and NA beers $6 each.
Spirits
The cocktail program uses a diverse range of spirits including tequila, mezcal, rum, gin, vodka, and whiskey. Specific labels include El Jimador, Vida Mezcal, Goslings, and Four Roses.
Standout selections
- — Rosie the Riveter: Hendricks gin, bianco vermouth, Lillet Rose, lime, vanilla simple.
- — Lavender Haze: lavender-infused Luksusowa vodka, lemon, blueberry butterfly pea simple.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits list; pricing via cocktails.
How it sits with the food
The Hibiscus Tripel's floral notes could complement spicy dishes, while the Chupacabra's chili pineapple would pair with tacos or grilled meats. The Standard Spaghett's light beer and Aperol make it an aperitif alongside bar snacks.
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