Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Fat Rabbit Pub
Tampa, FL · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Fat Rabbit Pub pairs a creative cocktail list with a wide-ranging beer program. Specialty drinks like Sugar & Smoke and the Peanut Butter Old Fashioned show ambition, while beer flights of any four drafts encourage exploration. The wine list covers familiar ground, and the spirits shelf includes premium bourbons. Customers praise the cocktails and the beer selection, making it a reliable stop for a well-rounded drink.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Sugar & Smoke, a rye-based cocktail with applewood-smoked brown sugar and black walnut bitters. For a sweeter twist, the Peanut Butter Old Fashioned uses Skrewball whiskey and a Reese's cup. Beer fans can build a flight from drafts like Jai Alai and Spacegrass.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts looking for inventive combinations will find plenty to like. Beer drinkers will appreciate the flight option and the mix of local and international drafts. The pub's lively, sports-friendly atmosphere suits groups and casual drinkers.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is a good time to visit, as certain wines and beers are marked with an asterisk, suggesting specials. Evenings are lively for watching sports with a drink.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail program stands out for its playful, sometimes indulgent creations, such as the Peanut Butter Old Fashioned and the Chocolate Old Fashioned. The beer flight option, allowing any four drafts, adds flexibility. The combination of creative cocktails and a solid draft list in a sports-friendly setting is a distinctive draw.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
An extensive cocktail menu with creative, varied offerings. Sugar & Smoke and Peanut Butter Old Fashioned show ambition.
Menu strengths
- — Creative and varied cocktail list with unique ingredients.
Standout selections
- — Sugar & Smoke: Redemption Rye, applewood smoked brown sugar, black walnut bitters, torched orange peel.
- — Peanut Butter Old Fashioned: Skrewball peanut butter whiskey, chocolate bitters, Luxardo cherry, Reese's cup.
Pricing: No pricing information available.
Wine
A standard wine list spanning white, red, and sparkling options from well-known producers. Happy hour wines are indicated. No community evidence specific to wine.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse wine list including multiple varietals and regions.
Standout selections
- — Stags Leap Hands of Time Blend
Pricing: No pricing information available.
Beer
A wide draft selection including local Jai Alai and Spacegrass, plus international options. Beer flights of any four drafts are a highlight.
Menu strengths
- — Wide selection of draft beers including local and international options.
- — Beer flights allow sampling multiple drafts.; Positive community feedback on beer selection.
Pricing: No pricing information available.
Spirits
A limited but premium spirits list focusing on bourbon and whiskey, including Rabbit Hole and Dareringer Sherry Cask. No community evidence specific to spirits.
Menu strengths
- — Offers a selection of premium bourbons and whiskeys.
Standout selections
- — Rabbit Hole Bourbon; Dareringer Sherry Cask
Pricing: No pricing information available.
How it sits with the food
The cocktail menu's bold flavors, like the smoky Sugar & Smoke or the sweet Peanut Butter Old Fashioned, would pair well with hearty pub fare. The beer selection, including stouts and IPAs, offers classic options for burgers or wings.
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