Restaurant
Unclaimed profileUnderground Lounge + Patio
Grand Rapids, MI · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Underground Lounge + Patio pours a broad draft list from Broad Leaf and Brewery Vivant alongside a margarita-heavy cocktail menu, all in a space that also serves Taqueria Chilango food. The beer program is the most dependable draw, with local ales, IPAs, and cider priced from $5 to $9. Cocktails show range, but guests describe the margaritas as pre-mixed and underwhelming. A creative non-alcoholic lineup and budget-friendly happy hour add flexibility.
- What should I order?
- Start with a draft pour of Zappazacca IPA from Broad Leaf, a tropical and pine-forward old-school IPA, or the Horchata Blonde for a subtly sweet, creamy finish. Happy hour drafts are $1 off. If you want a cocktail, the Old Smokey bourbon drink is a safer bet than the margaritas.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer-focused drinkers who appreciate local Michigan breweries will find the most value. The margarita flight and bucket options suit groups, though cocktail purists may be disappointed. The non-alcoholic list offers thoughtful choices for designated drivers.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Drafts range from $5 to $9 per pour. Cocktails go for $9 to $14, with buckets from $18 to $25. The margarita flight is $24. Non-alcoholic options run $3.50 to $15.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The venue pairs Mexican food from Taqueria Chilango with craft beer from Broad Leaf Brewery + Spirits and Brewery Vivant, a local collaboration. The 'Mini-Booze Bucket' format and a dedicated margarita flight add a playful, shareable angle to the drink menu.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The menu lists a dozen-plus cocktails, including four margaritas, a flight, and shareable buckets. Happy hour discounts the margaritas. However, recent guest reviews describe the margaritas as pre-mixed, dispensed from a nozzle, and tasting like store-bought sour mix, undermining the program's handcrafted claims.
Menu strengths
- — Broad cocktail list with multiple margarita variations, a flight, and bucket options.
- — Happy hour offers Classic Margarita at $5, with other margaritas $2 more.
Standout selections
- — Old Smokey: bourbon with rosemary, turbinado sugar, orange bitters, and Traverse City cherries.
- — Pink Pony Club Margarita: agave spirit, lavender, hibiscus, fresh lemon and lime, sugar rim.
Pricing: Regular pours $9-$14; buckets $18-$25; margarita flight $24; happy hour Classic Margarita $5.
Wine
The wine list is minimal but functional, offering two Michigan wines by the glass: a sparkling and a chardonnay. Both are described as easy-drinking, and the sparkling is crisp and dry. No community observations exist, but the local sourcing is a small point of interest.
Menu strengths
- — Both wines are Product of Michigan, adding local character.
Standout selections
- — Sparkling Wine - Product of Michigan: crisp, dry, bright.
Pricing: $10 per 5 oz pour for both wines.
Beer
The draft list draws from Broad Leaf Brewery + Spirits and Brewery Vivant, covering blonde ales, IPAs, a light lager, a honey wheat, and a gluten-free cider. Prices are reasonable, and happy hour discounts drafts. This is the most reliable part of the beverage program.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse selection from two respected local breweries.; Includes a gluten-free cider and a light lager, broadening appeal.
Standout selections
- — Zappazacca IPA: tropical, pine, and citrus hops.; Horchata Blonde: blonde ale with cinnamon and vanilla for a creamy, horchata-like finish.
- — Cyber Fog: hazy IPA with multiple hop additions.
Pricing: Draft pours $5-$9; happy hour $1 off drafts.
Nonalcoholic
The non-alcoholic menu is more creative than most, featuring house-made Citrus Hop Water, a selection of Brix sodas, Untitled Art N/A canned beer, and alcohol-free takes on classics like the NKD Manhattan and a kava-based grapefruit cooler. Prices are moderate, with the hop water at $5.
Menu strengths
- — Variety spans house-made sodas, N/A beer, and zero-proof cocktails.
- — House-made Citrus Hop Water offers a crisp, hoppy alternative.
Standout selections
- — Citrus Hop Water: house-made, crisp, refreshing with hops and citrus.
- — NKD Manhattan: alcohol-free whiskey-style drink with bitters and cherries.
Pricing: $3.50-$15 for non-alcoholic drinks.
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