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Unclaimed profileThe Office Craft Bar & Kitchen
Charlotte, NC · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Office Craft Bar & Kitchen leans into workplace-themed drinks with a lineup that is more playful than buttoned-up. Signature cocktails like Research & Development and Zoom Meeting show a clear hand with spirits, while the First Class Flight margarita flight covers four variations. The wine list spans malbec to moscato, and the draft list is anchored by breweries. Weekly specials, from $5 margaritas to half-price wine Wednesdays, keep the program accessible, though full pricing for cocktails and beer is not listed.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Research & Development, a bourbon cocktail with ginger liqueur and honey bitters. For a broader taste, the First Class Flight offers four margarita variations including Prickly Pear and Spicy Mango. If you want something lighter, the Executive Elixir with prosecco is a crisp choice. The Paper Pusher is a house sangria worth trying.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Office-themed naming will appeal to corporate escapees and anyone with a sense of humor about work. The variety of cocktails, from espresso-laced Zoom Meeting to fruity Pink Slip, suits group outings where people want different styles. Local beer enthusiasts will appreciate the draft list, and non-drinkers have dedicated mocktails like FNG and Out of Office.
- When should I go?
- Weekday specials drive the value: Taco & Tequila Tuesdays offer $5 house margaritas, Winedown Wednesdays halve wine prices, and Thirsty Thursdays presumably feature beer deals. Whiskey Wednesdays also spotlight bourbon. If you prefer a lively brunch, Sunday Funday includes $5 mimosas and Bloody Marys.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wine is clearly priced from $7 to $13 per glass and $27 to $47 per bottle. Cocktail and beer prices are not listed on the menu, but specials like $5 margaritas and $5 drafts on Mondays suggest moderate pricing. Domestic beer buckets run $16 for six on weekends.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The business-themed cocktail names are a clear identity, but the execution goes beyond gimmick: Research & Development uses Elijah Craig and Domaine Canton, and the First Class Flight offers a margarita flight. The draft list is notably local, with OMB, Wooden Robot, Legion, Triple C, and Wicked Weed, and the mocktail program includes inventive options like FNG with chili bitters and a Tajin rim.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Extensive signature and seasonal list with creative workplace-themed names. Standouts include Research & Development, Zoom Meeting, and the First Class Flight margarita flight. Includes mocktails and house sangria.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety of cocktails from bourbon-forward to espresso-laced
- — First Class Flight offers four margarita variations in one flight
Standout selections
- — Research & Development: Elijah Craig, Domaine Canton, honey bitters, lemon
- — Zoom Meeting: vanilla vodka, Kahlua, espresso, simple syrup
- — First Class Flight: Traditional, Prickly Pear, Strawberry, Spicy Mango margaritas
Pricing: House margarita $5 on Taco & Tequila Tuesdays; most cocktail prices not listed.
Wine
Diverse wine list with red, white, and sparkling options from malbec to moscato. By-the-glass and bottle formats, plus weekly half-price specials.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple varietals and price points from $7 to $47
- — By-the-glass and bottle options; Half-price wine on Wednesdays
Standout selections
- — Pendulum Red Blend: $12 glass / $45 bottle
- — Landmark Chardonnay: $13 glass / $47 bottle
- — Mer Rosé: $7 glass / $27 bottle
Pricing: Wine $7-$13 per glass, $27-$47 per bottle; half price on Winedown Wednesdays.
Beer
Draft list features local breweries like OMB, Wooden Robot, Legion, Triple C, and Wicked Weed. Cans and bottles include national craft options and non-alcoholic beers.
Menu strengths
- — Includes non-alcoholic beers like Athletic Brewing and Heineken 0.0
- — Frequent beer specials including $5 drafts and buckets
Standout selections
- — Wooden Robot Good Morning Vietnam: coffee vanilla blonde ale
- — Legion Juicy Jay: American IPA; OMB Hornet's Nest: hefeweizen
Pricing: $5 draft Mondays; $5 OMB Copper Saturday; $16 domestic buckets weekend.
Nonalcoholic
Three dedicated mocktails with creative ingredients like chili bitters and lavender syrup, plus non-alcoholic beers and standard soft drinks.
Menu strengths
- — Creative mocktails with house-made touches; Includes non-alcoholic beers from Athletic and Heineken
Standout selections
- — FNG: grapefruit, lime, agave, chili bitters, Tajin rim
- — Out of Office: ginger beer, lime, lavender syrup
- — Future SHE-EO: strawberry puree and sprite
Pricing: Coca-Cola $3.50; other non-alcoholic prices not listed.
Spirits
Spirits program is cocktail-driven, featuring Elijah Craig bourbon, Deep Eddy vodka, Bluecoat gin, Hendricks gin, and Lunazul tequila. Weekly whiskey and tequila specials.
Menu strengths
- — Quality spirits like Elijah Craig and Bluecoat used in cocktails
- — Whiskey Wednesdays feature top-shelf bourbon; Taco & Tequila Tuesdays highlight tequila
Standout selections
- — Elijah Craig bourbon in Research & Development
- — Lunazul Blanco Tequila in Business Class
Pricing: House margarita $5 on Taco & Tequila Tuesdays; no dedicated spirits list.
How it sits with the food
The cocktail menu's bold flavors—such as the Spicy Mango margarita and the ginger-forward Research & Development—pair well with tacos on Taco & Tequila Tuesdays. The sangria and wine list, including a rosé and moscato, would complement lighter fare like salads or seafood. The local IPAs from Legion and Triple C are suited to hearty dishes like burgers or wings.
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