Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileThe Kennedy
Houston, TX · $$$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Kennedy fields a deep cocktail list that spans clarified Old Fashioneds, hibiscus smashes, and a brûlée-inspired coffee drink, with prices from $14 to $26. Classics like the Negroni and Last Word sit alongside signatures such as the Lavender French 75. The beer program is modest: four labels at a flat $8. Customers have noted cocktails that pair well with meals.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Lavender French 75 for a floral, sparkling lift, or the Smokey Clarified Old Fashioned for a smooth, smoke-kissed take on the classic. The Burnt Orange Carajillo offers a coffee-forward option. For a simpler pour, Pacifico at $8 is a reliable choice.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts who appreciate a broad menu with both creative signatures and well-known classics will find plenty to explore. The clarified and smoke-infused options should appeal to those seeking technique-driven drinks.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $14 to $26, with most signatures around $16. Beers are uniformly $8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu's range is notable, featuring clarified preparations like the Smokey Clarified Old Fashioned and Clarified Millionaire Margarita, alongside a brûlée-inspired coffee drink mentioned by customers. The inclusion of both inventive signatures and a full classic list gives it unusual breadth for a cocktail bar.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
An extensive menu lists over twenty signature and classic cocktails, from the Lavender French 75 to the Smokey Clarified Old Fashioned. Prices range from $14 to $26. Customers mention specific drinks that complemented meals, including a lavender-infused French 75 and a brûlée-inspired coffee drink.
Menu strengths
- — The menu balances creative signatures like the Smokey Clarified Old Fashioned with a full classic list including Negroni, Last Word, and Gimlet.
- — A recent customer account noted cocktails paired well with meals, adding a practical endorsement.
Standout selections
- — Lavender French 75 — $16 — A floral gin-based sparkler that customers have specifically mentioned.
- — Smokey Clarified Old Fashioned — $22 — A clarified, smoked twist on the classic.
- — Burnt Orange Carajillo — $20 — A coffee-based cocktail with burnt orange influence.
- — White House brûlée — A brûlée-inspired coffee drink highlighted by a customer.
Pricing: $14-$26
Beer
The beer list is short and straightforward: Pacifico, Modelo, Stella, and Mich Ultra, each priced at $8. It serves as a simple alternative to the cocktail program but offers little variety beyond standard lagers and light beer.
Menu strengths
- — A consistent $8 price for all four options makes for easy ordering.
Standout selections
- — Pacifico — $8 — A crisp Mexican lager.
- — Modelo — $8 — A familiar Mexican lager.
Pricing: $8 flat
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