Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileThe Warren Bar & Burrow
Pittsburgh, PA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Warren Bar & Burrow runs a rotating cocktail program at a flat $10, with imaginative names like Garden Rocket Gimlet and Rose Hickory. The beer list stretches from cheap drafts to rare reserve bottles, and the wine list covers the basics plus premium picks. A downtown spot that rewards the curious.
- What should I order?
- Start with Fred's Old Fashioned, praised by customers, then try the Blueberry Sazerac or Rose Hickory. For beer, seek out the Russian River Supplication or AleSmith Speedway Stout from the reserve list.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts looking for creative, affordable drinks, and beer geeks hunting rare bottles. Wine drinkers will find a serviceable selection with some premium options.
- When should I go?
- Given the weekly rotating cocktail menu, frequent visits are rewarded. Evenings are likely best for the full bar experience, though the venue's stated hours vary by source.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are uniformly $10. Wine glasses run $8-$10, bottles $32-$40, with reserve wines $52-$150. Draft beers are $3.50-$10; reserve beers $15-$40.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A flat $10 price across a weekly rotating cocktail list is unusual, and the reserve beer selection includes rare, high-ABV bottles. The cocktail names and ingredients show a playful, creative streak.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Weekly rotating menu with creative, well-named cocktails. Signature drinks include Garden Rocket Gimlet, Fred's Old Fashioned, and Rose Hickory. Community reviewers praise the Old Fashioned.
Menu strengths
- — Rotating weekly menu offers variety and encourages repeat visits.
- — Creative ingredient combinations, such as arugula-lime-peppercorn gimlet and pecan-infused bourbon with mole.
Standout selections
- — Fred's Old Fashioned – described as strong, warming, and spiced; praised by customers as one of the best.
- — Rose Hickory – pecan-infused bourbon, apricot preserves, and mole.
- — Blueberry Sazerac – rye, habanero-blueberry, Peychaud's bitters, and absinthe.
Pricing: All cocktails priced at $10.
Wine
Wine list covers sparkling, white, rosé, and red by glass and bottle. Reserve list includes premium names like Perrier-Jouët and Caymus. No community evidence on quality.
Menu strengths
- — Reserve list offers premium options for special occasions.
Standout selections
- — François Chidaine Sauvignon Blanc – $10 glass / $40 bottle.
- — Doudet-Naudin Pinot Noir – $10 glass / $40 bottle.
- — Viberti Barbera/Dolcetta – $8 glass / $32 bottle.
Pricing: Wine by glass $8-$10; bottles $32-$40; reserve wines $52-$150.
Beer
Extensive beer program with draft, bottles/cans, and a reserve list featuring rare, high-ABV selections. Includes local and national craft options.
Menu strengths
- — Reserve list includes sought-after bottles like Russian River Supplication.
- — Range of styles and price points from $2.50 drafts to $40 reserve bottles.
Standout selections
- — Russian River Supplication – American Wild Ale, $30.
- — AleSmith Speedway Stout – Russian Imperial Stout, $30.
- — Founders KBS Espresso – Bourbon Barrel Aged Stout, $10.
Pricing: Draft $3.50-$10; bottles/cans $2.50-$7; reserve $15-$40.
Spirits
Spirits appear primarily as cocktail ingredients, with bourbon, rye, vodka, cognac, and Japanese whisky represented. No standalone spirits list is documented.
Standout selections
- — The Bitterman – cognac, angostura, citrus, maraschino.
Pricing: Cocktails using these spirits are $10.
How it sits with the food
The menu's cocktail descriptions suggest bold flavors—like pecan-infused bourbon with mole—that could pair with hearty fare. The reserve beer list offers high-alcohol stouts that might complement rich dishes, though specific food pairings are not documented.
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