Bar
Unclaimed profileVenice Café
St. Louis, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Venice Café runs a cash-only bar with a QR-code drink menu and a boat bar that guests say has a pleasant atmosphere. The cocktail list leans creative—Paloma, Hawaiian Relapse, Whiskey Tess Mess—with a $2 spicy mezcal upgrade. Beers span local and national labels from $3 to $7. A non-alcoholic option exists. No food is served.
- What should I order?
- Start with a Paloma or the Spicy Palo-Marg for a grapefruit-jalapeño kick. For beer, 4 Hands City Wide Pilsner at $7 or a $3 Montucky Cold Snack. Non-alcoholic drinkers can get Wellbeing non-alcoholic beer.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who appreciate a no-frills bar with a wide beer selection and creative, affordable cocktails. The boat bar atmosphere and friendly bartenders, as mentioned in reviews, appeal to those seeking a relaxed hangout.
- When should I go?
- Anytime you want a casual drink, especially if you're in the mood for a boat bar experience. Evenings are likely livelier, but no specific times are confirmed.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Beers range from $3 to $7. Cocktail prices are not listed, but the spicy mezcal upgrade is $2. Non-alcoholic beer is $5.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- A cash-only bar with a QR-code menu, set on a boat, offering a broad beer list that includes local St. Louis labels like Urban Chestnut and 4 Hands, plus a creative cocktail menu with a spicy mezcal upgrade. No food is served.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
Creative cocktail list with tequila, gin, rum, vodka, whiskey, and amaretto drinks. Names like Hawaiian Relapse and Whiskey Tess Mess suggest a playful approach. Spicy Mezcal upgrade adds a customizable kick.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse cocktail list with creative names and ingredients.
Standout selections
- — Paloma – tequila, grapefruit, simple syrup, club
- — Spicy Palo-Marg – jalapeño syrup, grapefruit, margarita mix
Beer
Wide beer selection with local and national labels, including pilsners, lagers, IPAs, ciders, and light beers. Pricing is accessible, with several options under $5.
Menu strengths
- — Wide selection of local and national beers.; Affordable beer options, including $3 cans.
Standout selections
- — 4 Hands City Wide Pilsner – $7
- — Montucky Cold Snack – $3, promoted as a U.S. Top 10 seller
Pricing: Prices range from $3 to $7; examples: 4 Hands City Wide Pilsner $7, Busch $3, Montucky Cold Snack $3.
Nonalcoholic
Limited non-alcoholic options: one non-alcoholic beer and standard mixers like club soda and tonic. Functional but not a focus.
Pricing: Wellbeing non-alcoholic beer $5.
Spirits
Spirits program is inferred from cocktail menu, featuring tequila, gin, rum, vodka, whiskey, and amaretto. Mezcal is available as an upgrade. No dedicated spirits list.
Standout selections
- — Spicy Mezcal upgrade available for +$2
Pricing: Spicy Mezcal upgrade +$2; no bottle prices listed.
How it sits with the food
No food is served, so pair drinks with snacks from nearby spots. The citrus-forward cocktails like Paloma and Spicy Palo-Marg would complement light bites, while the local pilsner and lager suit casual fare.
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