Cocktail bar
Unclaimed profileThe Standard Pour
Dallas, TX · $$$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Standard Pour runs a serious cocktail program, with over 40 drinks on the online menu priced between $10 and $19. The Campfire Cocktail and the namesake Standard Pour stand out among the classics and originals. Wine drinkers get boutique bottles and glasses, while the beer list covers local and craft picks. A dedicated mocktail and non-alcoholic beers broaden the appeal. Bourbon Review has named this a top bourbon destination for over a decade.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Campfire Cocktail ($15), a smoky-sweet option that showcases the bar's range. For a classic approach, the Old Fashioned ($12) is a solid choice. The Standard Pour ($15) is the house signature. Wine drinkers can explore by the glass or bottle, with the Aquinas Cabernet bottle at $39 a reasonable entry.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts will appreciate the depth of the menu. Bourbon lovers have a decade of recognition to consider. Wine drinkers seeking boutique labels will find options. Those avoiding alcohol have a mocktail and non-alcoholic beers.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails cost $10 to $19. Beers run $3 to $10; wines by the glass are $10 to $12, with bottles from $37 to $150. Non-alcoholic drinks are $3 to $8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The venue positions itself as a craft cocktail destination with an advanced mixology program. Its bourbon selection has earned recognition from Bourbon Review for over a decade. The online menu lists more than 40 cocktails, a range that goes beyond the typical bar.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail list features over 40 drinks, from classics like the Old Fashioned and Moscow Mule to originals like the Campfire Cocktail and the house Standard Pour. The venue emphasizes an advanced mixology program, and prices span a reasonable range.
Menu strengths
- — Over 40 cocktails listed, offering substantial variety; Includes both classic and signature drinks
Standout selections
- — Campfire Cocktail ($15); Old Fashioned ($12); Standard Pour ($15)
Pricing: $10-$19
Wine
The wine list includes red, white, and sparkling options, available by glass and bottle. The venue mentions boutique wines as part of the experience. Glass pours are reasonably priced, and bottles range from an accessible Aquinas Cabernet to premium Champagnes.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse selection with red, white, and sparkling wines
Standout selections
- — Aquinas Cabernet (bottle) $39; La Potsa Malbec (glass) $11
Pricing: $10-$12 by glass; $37-$150 by bottle
Beer
The beer menu includes domestic and craft options, with local picks like Deep Ellum IPA alongside standards like Guinness and Shiner. Prices are wallet-friendly, from a $3 High Life Pony to a $9 Dogfish 90.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local craft options like Deep Ellum IPA
Standout selections
- — Mustang Michelada; Deep Ellum IPA — $6.00 — Craft beer listed on the online ordering menu.
Pricing: $3-$10
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options go beyond the usual sodas and juices, with a dedicated mocktail at $8 and non-alcoholic beers like Kaliber and Stella Liberte. Coffee and iced tea are also available, making it easy for non-drinkers to find something.
Menu strengths
- — Online ordering menu lists non-alcoholic beverages including sodas, juices, iced tea, and coffee.
Standout selections
- — Mocktail — $8.00 — Non-alcoholic cocktail listed on the online ordering menu.
Pricing: $3-$8
Spirits
The bourbon selection has earned recognition from Bourbon Review, which named The Standard Pour a top place for bourbon from 2013 through 2024.
Menu strengths
- — Venue website claims one of the Top 50 bourbon selections in America.
Standout selections
- — Venue website claims one of the Top 50 bourbon selections in America.
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