Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Capital Grille
Jacksonville, FL · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Capital Grille runs a serious beverage program alongside its steakhouse credentials. The Doli, a pineapple-infused vodka martini served since 1991, anchors a cocktail list that spans bourbon, tequila, and rum. The award-winning wine list is curated by a sommelier and includes a notable Mercury Head decanted tableside. A dedicated Spirit Free section covers non-alcoholic drinkers with Seedlip-based fizzes.
- What should I order?
- Start with The Doli, the signature martini that has anchored the bar since 1991. For bourbon drinkers, the Double Oaked & Rye Manhattan pairs two Woodford Reserve expressions with Carpano Antica. Wine lovers should ask about the Mercury Head, a bottle that one customer saw personally decanted by the manager.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking a signature drink with history, wine drinkers wanting a sommelier-curated list, and those looking for thoughtful non-alcoholic options will all find something to appreciate.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $16 to $20, with The Doli at $18. Wines are priced from $40 to $140 per bottle. Non-alcoholic cocktails are $13 and $14.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Doli has been on the menu since 1991, making it a rare long-running signature. The wine list is described as award-winning and curated by a sommelier, and a customer noted that the manager personally decanted their Mercury Head, adding a service flourish.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad cocktail list spans bourbon, tequila, rum, and vodka, anchored by The Doli, a pineapple-infused martini served since 1991. Prices are moderate for the category.
Menu strengths
- — The Doli has been a signature since 1991, showing lasting appeal.
- — Range includes bourbon, tequila, and rum cocktails, offering variety.
Standout selections
- — The Doli: Wheatley vodka infused with pineapple, a signature since 1991.
- — Double Oaked & Rye Manhattan: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked and Rye with Carpano Antica.
Pricing: $16-$20
Wine
An extensive, award-winning list curated by a sommelier spans white, red, rosé, and sparkling. Prices start at $40 and reach $140, with notable Napa and Champagne selections.
Menu strengths
- — List is described as award-winning and sommelier-curated.; Covers multiple regions and styles, from California Chardonnay to Champagne.
Standout selections
- — Mercury Head: A bottle personally decanted by the manager for one guest.
- — Orin Swift Palermo Cabernet Sauvignon 2023: A Napa red at $128.
Pricing: $40-$140
Nonalcoholic
A dedicated 'Spirit Free' section offers two Seedlip Grove 42-based cocktails. Prices are accessible, and the use of Seedlip shows intention beyond simple sodas.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated non-alcoholic section with clear 'Spirit Free' labeling.
- — Both options use Seedlip Grove 42, a non-alcoholic spirit.
Standout selections
- — Strawberry Fizz: Seedlip Grove 42 with salted strawberry honey, elderflower, and grapefruit.
- — Cucumber Spritz: Seedlip Grove 42 with cucumber and lime.
Pricing: $13-$14
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