Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileThe East End
Providence, RI · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The East End pairs a deep craft cocktail menu with an extensive wine list and a rare spirits collection. Cocktails like the '69 El Camino and Tropicalia #2 show technical ambition, while the Cocktails for a Cause program adds civic flavor. A draft wine option and local draft beers round out a versatile program.
- What should I order?
- Start with the award-winning Wicked Best Margarita or the '69 El Camino, a rye and Ancho Reyes number. For something adventurous, the Tropicalia #2 layers cachaça, soursop, and Yellow Chartreuse. The oyster shooter is a briny shot worth trying.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking creative, well-constructed drinks will find much to explore. Spirit collectors will appreciate rare pours like Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye. The non-alcoholic section also serves designated drivers and abstainers.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Craft cocktails range from $12 to $18; wines by the glass from $10 to $18, bottles from $35 to $65. Draft beers start at $4. Premium spirits can reach $150 per dram.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Cocktails for a Cause program donates proceeds from a monthly featured cocktail to local causes, adding a philanthropic angle. The award-winning Wicked Best Margarita and a rare spirits list, including Van Winkle and Four Roses Limited Edition, set it apart.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative, well-structured cocktail menu with sections for varied palates. Award-winning margarita and monthly charity cocktail highlight the program.
Menu strengths
- — Creative ingredient combinations like shiso cumin syrup and mole bitters.
- — Cocktails for a Cause program supports local causes monthly.
Standout selections
- — '69 El Camino: Rittenhouse Rye, Ancho Reyes, pineapple, mole bitters.
- — Tropicalia #2: Avua Cachaça, soursop, Yellow Chartreuse, condensed milk.
- — Safe Word: Don Nacho Blanco, pisco, guajillo-chile syrup, tamarind, tajin rim.
- — Nighttime at the A&W: vodka, amari, housemade cinnamon ice cream, root beer.
Pricing: Craft cocktails range from $12 to $18; classics $12-$18; draft cocktails $13-$14.
Wine
Diverse wine list spanning California, France, Italy, and Lebanon, with by-the-glass and bottle options. Draft wine adds novelty. Tasting tips are a helpful touch.
Menu strengths
- — Wide regional diversity including Lebanon's Bekaa Valley.; Draft wine option from Gotham Project.
Standout selections
- — Eruption Red Blend: Petite Sirah, Syrah, Malbec, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Zinfandel.
- — Domaine de Tourelles Red Blend: Syrah, Cabernet, Cinsault, Carignan from Lebanon.
- — Thevenet Bourgogne Rouge 'Le Clos': Pinot Noir from Mâconnais.
Pricing: Wine by glass $10-$18; bottles $35-$65; Gotham Project draft liter $10.
Beer
Solid draft and canned selection with strong local representation. Styles range from light lagers to IPAs and hefeweizen. Ciders and seltzers broaden the appeal.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of styles including IPA, lager, and hefeweizen.
Standout selections
- — Tilted Barn 'Summer Sol': Hefeweizen, 5.2% ABV.
- — Schilling Beer Co. 'Konstantin' Scarlet: Märzen, 5% ABV.
- — Devil's Purse Brewing Co. 'Handline': Kolsch, 5% ABV.
Pricing: Draft beers $4-$12; canned $5-$11; ciders $6-$9.
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated spirit-free section with creative options like NA negronis and margaritas. Includes NA sparkling wine and beer, offering thoughtful alternatives.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated spirit-free section with creative options.; Includes NA beer and wine alternatives.
Standout selections
- — St. Agrestis 'Phony Negroni': Non-alcoholic negroni.
- — Ghia 'Le Spritz': Non-alcoholic spritz.; Parch 'Desert Margarita': Non-alcoholic margarita.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic drinks $3-$11; NA beers $6-$8.
Spirits
Extensive and deep spirits list covering whiskey, Japanese whisky, tequila, mezcal, gin, vodka, and amaro. Rare allocated bottles available by dram or pour.
Menu strengths
- — Includes rare and allocated bottles like Van Winkle.
Standout selections
- — Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye: 95.6 proof, $65/$130.
- — Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Yrs: 107 proof bourbon.
- — Four Roses Ltd. Ed. Small Batch 2025: 109 proof bourbon.
- — Yamazaki 12 Year Single Malt: Japanese whisky.
Pricing: Spirits range from $3 to $150 per dram.
How it sits with the food
Oyster shooters on the dinner menu suggest a seafood-friendly bar. The '69 El Camino's spice and citrus could complement oysters, while the Oaxacan Beet Box's earthy beet and ginger might match heartier dishes.
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