Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Boathouse at Sunday Park
Midlothian, VA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Boathouse at Sunday Park runs a serious beverage program beneath its waterfront casualness. Cocktails range from the rum-heavy Sea Ghost to a Peach Cobbler Old Fashioned, while the wine list spans regions and pours by the glass or bottle. A dedicated zero-proof menu and weekday happy hour round out a program that rewards exploration, though beer remains a footnote.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Sea Ghost, a rum blend with pineapple and citrus that's limited to two per customer. The Peach Cobbler Old Fashioned is a bourbon-forward choice. For wine, try the Chateau Vignelaure Rosé or the Salus Pinot Grigio. Zero-proof options include the Cucumber Mint Fizz.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, well-priced drinks will find much to like. Wine drinkers will appreciate the regional diversity and by-the-glass options. The zero-proof menu makes it a good pick for designated drivers or those avoiding alcohol. Happy hour seekers can take advantage of discounts.
- When should I go?
- It's a solid window for sampling the program at a discount. Brunch occasions, like Easter, feature mimosas and Bloody Marys.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $13 to $20, with wines by the glass from $10 to $15. Spirits pours vary from $8 to $76, and zero-proof drinks run $8 to $15. Happy hour discounts can lower costs.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Boathouse stands out for its extensive cocktail menu with creative names and ingredients, a wine list that spans multiple regions, and a dedicated zero-proof menu with non-alcoholic wines. The happy hour adds value across all categories, and the spirits selection is deep, including premium bourbons and scotches.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative cocktail menu with a wide range of styles, from tiki-inspired rums to bourbon old fashioneds. Happy hour discounts and zero-proof options add breadth.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive menu with creative and seasonal offerings.; Happy hour discounts on cocktails.
Standout selections
- — Sea Ghost: blended rums, pineapple, orange, lemon, grenadine - $20
- — Peach Cobbler Old Fashioned: Bulleit bourbon, black walnut bitters, peach cobbler syrup - $15
- — Blackberry Basil Smash: London dry gin, lemon, blackberry, basil - $13
Pricing: Cocktails range from $13 to $20, with happy hour offering $3 off select drinks.
Wine
Diverse wine list covering sparkling, rosé, white, red, and dessert wines from multiple regions. By-the-glass pours and happy hour specials make it accessible.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse wine selection with regional variety.; Offers wines by the glass and bottle.
Standout selections
- — Chateau Vignelaure Rosé 2024, Provence - $12 glass / $16 9oz
- — Salus Pinot Grigio 2025, Italy - $10 glass
- — Musti Nobilis Prosecco DOC - $12 glass
Pricing: Wines by the glass range from $10 to $15 for 6oz, with bottles up to $194.
Beer
Beer program is minimal, with only a happy hour discount mentioned. No specific beer list or offerings were found in the evidence.
Pricing: Draft beers are discounted by $1 during happy hour.
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated zero-proof cocktail menu with six options, plus non-alcoholic wines. Creative and well-priced, making it a standout for non-drinkers.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated zero-proof cocktail menu.; Offers non-alcoholic wine options.
Standout selections
- — Faux-jito: choice of traditional, blackberry, or strawberry, muddled with lime and mint - $12
- — Cucumber Mint Fizz: muddled cucumber and mint, lemon, simple, club soda - $9
- — Cherry Bounce: Luxardo cherry juice, non-alcoholic Josh Cellars sparkling, lemon - $11
Pricing: Zero-proof cocktails range from $8 to $15; non-alcoholic wines are $36 to $53 per bottle.
Spirits
Extensive spirits list covering whiskey, scotch, Irish whiskey, brandy, cordials, and amaro. Premium options like Eagle Rare and Macallan are available.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive spirits selection with many premium options.; Happy hour well spirit specials.
Standout selections
- — Eagle Rare 10 Year Bourbon - $14
- — Macallan 12 Year Sherry Oak Scotch - $35
Pricing: Spirits prices range from $8 to $76, with happy hour well spirits at $4.
How it sits with the food
The venue is a waterfront seafood restaurant, so the wine list's Pinot Grigio and rosé options pair naturally with shellfish. The Peach Cobbler Old Fashioned's sweetness could complement grilled or smoked seafood. Zero-proof options like the Cucumber Mint Fizz offer a refreshing counterpoint to fried fare.
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