Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Gypsy Parlor
Buffalo, NY · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Gypsy Parlor's cocktail list runs from a $5 That Bitch Genny to an $11 Creme Brûlée, with playful names like Banana Bread Old Fashion and Love Potion. Customers mention enjoying the Creme Brulee, though they wished for a sugar rim. Beer and wine programs are straightforward and affordable, with bottled and draft options plus a short wine list.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Creme Brûlée cocktail, a customer favorite priced at $11, though note that one guest wished for a sugar rim. For a cheaper option, the Banana Bread Old Fashion at $10 or the $8 Gypsy Juice offer a creative route through the menu.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $5 to $11, wines $6 to $9, and beers $3 to $9, making it easy to keep a round affordable.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list stands out for its whimsical names and low price ceiling, with That Bitch Genny at $5 and a Banana Bread Old Fashion for $10. The Creme Brûlée cocktail has drawn customer attention, even if execution details like the rim are open to debate.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A compact but playful cocktail list with seven named drinks, including dessert-inspired options like Creme Brûlée and Banana Bread Old Fashion. Prices are low across the board. Customer feedback on the Creme Brulee is positive, with a note that a sugar rim was missing.
Menu strengths
- — The menu offers a diverse set of creative cocktails, from the $5 That Bitch Genny to the $11 Creme Brûlée.
- — Affordable pricing across the board encourages trying multiple drinks.
- — A recent customer praised the Creme Brulee cocktail, though they would have liked a sugar rim.
Standout selections
- — Creme Brûlée ($11) — a customer-mentioned dessert cocktail; one guest wished it had a sugar rim.
- — Banana Bread Old Fashion ($10) — a creative take on a classic.
- — Gypsy Juice ($8) — a signature-named cocktail at a sharp price.
Pricing: $5–$11 per cocktail
Wine
A short list of five wines covers white and red basics, plus a sparkling option in J Roget. No vintages or producers are listed. It is a functional, low-priced wine program rather than a destination.
Menu strengths
- — The list includes both red and white options plus a sparkling wine in J Roget.
- — Prices are modest, with every glass at $9 or under.
Standout selections
- — J Roget ($6) — a low-priced sparkling option.
- — Pinot Noir ($9) — the lone red varietal listed.
Pricing: $6–$9 per glass
Beer
A wide-ranging beer list spans domestic staples like PBR and Genesee to imports and craft drafts such as Flower Power IPA and Southern Tier Harvest. Bottles and drafts are both well represented, with prices staying modest.
Menu strengths
- — Large selection of bottled beers, including imports like Peroni and Lambic Framboise.
- — Draft list includes local favorites like Rusty Chain and Genesee, plus Flower Power IPA.
- — Prices are accessible, with PBR at $3 and most drafts at $7.
Standout selections
- — Flower Power IPA ($7 draft) — a hoppy craft option.
- — Genesee ($4 draft) — a local classic at a low price.
- — PBR ($3 bottle) — the cheapest pour on the menu.
Pricing: Bottles $3–$9; drafts $4–$7
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