Restaurant
Unclaimed profileWarriors Taphouse
Virginia Beach, VA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Warriors Taphouse pours more than 50 draft beers, a full bar, and wine on tap. The cocktail list runs from a $7 Cherry Limeade to $12 premium builds like the House Old Fashioned with Larceny Bourbon and the Lavender Martini with Bombay Sapphire Gin. Six wines by the glass are $7 each, with bottles from $24 to $29. Canned ciders and seltzers fill out the cooler. The founders are home brewers, and the beer selection earns consistent praise.
- What should I order?
- Start with a draft from the 50-plus tap list, then try the House Old Fashioned with Larceny Bourbon or the Lavender Martini with Bombay Sapphire Gin. For something lighter, the Fresh Margarita can be made spicy with habanero simple syrup and a Nashville Hot Rub rim.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer drinkers who want a deep draft selection, cocktail fans looking for affordable classics and mules, and anyone seeking a full bar with wine on tap in a casual setting.
- When should I go?
- Wednesday brings half off bottles of wine when ordering two menu items and $5 glasses all day. Weekend brunch offers $5 Bloody Marys, Mimosas, and Sangrias.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $7 for Simple & Sweet and canned options to $10 for Warrior and Mule cocktails and $12 for premium. Wine by the glass is $7, bottles $24–$29. Ciders are $7–$8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- Three home brewers founded Warriors Taphouse, and the mission centers on serving high-quality craft beer. The tap list exceeds 50 drafts, and the bar also offers wine on tap plus a full spirits selection, making it more than just a beer bar.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A broad cocktail menu spans Warrior, Mule, Simple & Sweet, and Premium sections, plus canned options. Named spirits like Larceny Bourbon and Bombay Sapphire Gin appear in classic builds. Weekend brunch specials add $5 Bloody Marys, Mimosas, and Sangrias.
Menu strengths
- — Sections for Warrior, Mule, Simple & Sweet, and Premium cocktails offer a range of styles and prices.
- — Named spirits such as Larceny Bourbon, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Tito's Vodka, and Jameson Irish Whiskey anchor the list.
- — Weekend brunch cocktail specials at $5 for Bloody Marys, Mimosas, and Sangrias.
Standout selections
- — House Old Fashioned — $12.00 — Larceny Bourbon, Bitters, Sugar Cube, Orange Peel, Ice.
- — Lavender Martini — $12.00 — Bombay Sapphire Gin, Lavender Simple Syrup, Elderflower Liqueur, Lemon Juice.
- — Fresh Margarita — $10.00 — Tequila, Triple Sec, Natalie's Mix, Orange Juice; can be made spicy with Habanero Simple Syrup and Nashville Hot Rub rim.
Pricing: Warrior Cocktails and Mules $10; Simple & Sweet $7; Premium $12; canned cocktails and seltzers $7; weekend brunch specials $5
Wine
Six wines by the glass at $7 each cover red, white, sparkling, and sangria, with six bottles from $24 to $29. Wine on tap is available, and Wednesday brings half off bottles with two menu items or $5 glasses all day.
Menu strengths
- — Six by-the-glass options at $7 each span red, white, sparkling, and sangria.
- — Six bottles range from $24 to $29, with a Wednesday promotion offering half off bottles when ordering two menu items or $5 glasses all day.
- — Wine on tap is stated on the homepage.
Standout selections
- — Freschetto Red Blend, Italy — $7.00 — Red with concentrated raspberry, cherry and spice notes, medium body.
- — Jam'n Red Sangria, Spain — $7.00 — Ruby-colored sangria with berry and citrus aromas, strawberry, apple, and orange flavors.
- — Vino Frizzante Prosecco, Venito Italy — $7.00 — Lightly sparkling with peach, white nectarine, and pear notes.
Pricing: Six wines by the glass at $7; six bottles $24–$29; canned House Wine Chardonnay $12 for two glasses
Beer
More than 50 draft beers on tap define the program. Three home brewers founded the venue with a mission to serve the highest quality craft beer. Canned ciders include Old Rock Hard Imperial Cider and Bold Rock Hard Apple Cider.
Menu strengths
- — Over 50 draft beers on tap.; Founders are three passionate home brewers, and the mission includes serving the highest quality craft beer.
- — Canned ciders such as Old Rock Hard Imperial Cider and Bold Rock Hard Apple Cider are available.
Standout selections
- — Old Rock Hard Imperial Cider — $8.00 — Ask server for the current fruit cider.
- — Bold Rock Hard Apple Cider — $7.00 — Hard apple cider.
Pricing: Canned ciders $7–$8
Spirits
A full bar is stated, with named spirits used in cocktails including Larceny Bourbon, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Tito's Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu Coconut Rum, and Belle Isle Coffee Moonshine. The Mules section lists spirit-specific builds.
Menu strengths
- — Full bar stated on the homepage.; Named spirits include Larceny Bourbon, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Tito's Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu Coconut Rum, and Belle Isle Coffee Moonshine.
- — Mules section offers spirit-specific builds with Jameson Irish Whiskey, Absolut Vodka, and Jameson Orange.
Standout selections
- — Jameson Irish Whiskey — Named in the Irish Mule.
Pricing: Named spirits appear in cocktails; full bar available
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