Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileTapas & Beers | French and Spanish Restaurant
San Diego, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The beverage program at Tapas & Beers centers on a deep beer list and a globe-spanning wine selection, with thoughtful non-alcoholic options rounding out the offerings. Sixteen taps pour –focused brews with ABV and tasting notes, while wines by the glass and bottle cover California, Spain, France, Italy, and New Zealand. A canned Espresso Martini and a dedicated zero-proof cocktail section show attention beyond the standard bar lineup.
- What should I order?
- Start with a beer flight—four 6oz pours for $12—to sample taps like Karl Strauss Tower X or Modern Times Orderville. Wine drinkers can try the Ramon Bilbao Rioja Crianza by the glass, and the non-alcoholic Amalfi Italian Spritz offers a zero-proof option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the –centric tap list with ABV and tasting notes. Wine drinkers seeking global variety by the glass or bottle will find plenty. Those looking for non-alcoholic cocktails or beers have a dedicated selection.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour every day offers $2 off beers, wine, and sangria. Flights are a good way to compare taps.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Beers are $10 per 16oz pint; flights are $12 for four or $18 for six. Wines by the glass range from $10 to $14, bottles from $38 to $95. Non-alcoholic cocktails are $12 each; Athletic Brewing cans are $8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The combination of a 16-tap –focused beer list with a wine program spanning five countries and a dedicated non-alcoholic section—including zero-proof cocktails and beers—sets this beverage program apart from typical bar offerings.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail list includes a canned Espresso Martini with intense espresso notes and a soft, bold finish, alongside a dedicated non-alcoholic section featuring Amalfi Italian Spritz, Classico Sparkling, G&T, and Virgin Margarita, all priced at $12.
Menu strengths
- — Canned Espresso Martini offers a convenient, spirit-forward option with described espresso character.
- — Four non-alcoholic cocktails provide zero-proof choices with distinct flavor profiles.
Standout selections
- — Espresso Martini: canned cocktail with intense espresso notes, a touch of sweetness, and a soft, bold finish.
- — Amalfi Italian Spritz: non-alcoholic cocktail with orange sweetness and complex astringent rhubarb flavors.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic cocktails $12 each; canned Espresso Martini price not listed.
Wine
The wine list covers red, white, sparkling, rosé, and sangria with selections from California, Spain, France, Italy, and New Zealand. Happy hour every day offers $2 off wine and sangria.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse international selection spanning five countries and multiple styles.
- — By-the-glass pricing ranges from $10 to $14, with bottles from $38 to $95.
Standout selections
- — Ramon Bilbao Rioja Crianza: red wine from Spain, $13 glass / $50 bottle.
- — Dashwood Sauvignon Blanc: white wine from New Zealand, dry and citrusy, $13 glass / $50 bottle.
Pricing: Red wines by the glass $10–$14, bottles $38–$52; white wines by the glass $12–$13, bottles $46–$65; sparkling, rosé, and sangria by the glass $10–$18, bottles $32–$95.
Beer
Sixteen beers on tap with ABV and tasting notes highlight breweries. Flights of four or six 6oz pours allow comparison. Happy hour every day offers $2 off beers.
Menu strengths
- — 16 taps with ABV and tasting notes, emphasizing breweries.
- — Beer flights in 4 or 6 pour options served in 6oz tasting glasses.
Standout selections
- — Karl Strauss Tower X: West Coast IPA with piney and resiny aromas, 7.3% ABV.
- — Modern Times Orderville: Hazy Mosaic IPA, 7.2% ABV.
Pricing: 16oz pints $10; flights 4 for $12 or 6 for $18; non-alcoholic Athletic Brewing cans $8.
Nonalcoholic
The non-alcoholic selection includes fountain drinks, juices, hot drinks, Athletic Brewing beers, and zero-proof cocktails like Amalfi Italian Spritz and Virgin Margarita, with prices from $3.50 to $12.
Menu strengths
- — Broad range of non-alcoholic options including sodas, juices, hot drinks, beers, and cocktails.
- — Athletic Brewing cans offer multiple styles at $8 each.
Standout selections
- — Athletic Run Wild IPA: non-alcoholic beer with five Northwest hops and approachable bitterness, $8.
- — Virgin Margarita: non-alcoholic cocktail with agave blanco and orange sec, $12.
Pricing: Fountain drinks and juices $4; hot drinks $3.50; non-alcoholic beers $8 per 12oz can; non-alcoholic cocktails $12 each.
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