Restaurant
Unclaimed profileWhite Star Bar
Jersey City, NJ · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
White Star Bar operates two locations, each with its own distinct cocktail menu that spans classics, spritzes, and barrel-aged or smoked preparations. The Brunswick Street list includes eight specialty cocktails, while Warren Street offers twelve, plus a brunch cocktail section. Wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options are broad and fairly priced, with local New Jersey drafts and non-alcoholic beers available. The program is well-rounded and approachable.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Oaxacan Old Fashioned, a mezcal and reposado blend with agave and mole bitters. For a smoked twist, try Old Smokes with smoked Four Roses Bourbon. The B.A.M. Offers barrel-aged rye with sweet vermouth and Luxardo cherry.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- This program suits guests who want a straightforward craft cocktail bar with a wide range of classic and modern drinks, as well as those seeking solid wine, beer, or non-alcoholic options in a casual neighborhood setting.
- When should I go?
- The brunch menu at Warren Street includes cocktails like Mimosa and Bloody Mary, making it a suitable option for daytime weekend visits. Evening hours suit the specialty cocktail list.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails at Brunswick Street are $11-$16, with specialty drinks $13-$15. Warren Street cocktails are $12-$16. Wine by the glass is $9-$12, bottles $34-$42. Draft beers are $6-$9, and non-alcoholic beverages range from $4-$8.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- Two locations each maintain a separate cocktail menu with ingredient-level detail, including barrel-aged and smoked preparations. Both locations also offer non-alcoholic beer and a range of non-alcoholic beverages, and the draft selection includes local New Jersey breweries.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Two distinct cocktail menus with ingredient-level detail. Brunswick Street lists eight specialty cocktails and a classic section; Warren Street lists twelve cocktails plus brunch options. The range includes classics, spritzes, and barrel-aged or smoked drinks.
Menu strengths
- — Two locations each maintain a distinct named cocktail menu with ingredient-level detail.
- — Cocktail menus span classics, spritzes, and barrel-aged and smoked preparations.
- — Warren Street brunch menu includes Mimosa, Bloody Mary, Grey Hound, Aperol Spritz, Peach Bellini, and Kentucky Sunrise.
Standout selections
- — Oaxacan Old Fashioned — Xicaru Mezcal & Altos Repo., Agave, Orange & Mole Bitters ($15)
- — Old Smokes — Smoked Four Roses Bourbon, Maple Simple, Black Walnut, Angostura & Orange Bitters ($14)
- — B.A.M — Barrel Aged Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Luxardo Cherry ($15)
- — Smoke & Embers — Mezcal, Montenegro, Lapsang Souchong Simple, Lemon, Aztec Chocolate Bitters, Orange Zest ($15)
Pricing: Brunswick Street classics $11-$16, specialty $13-$15; Warren Street $12-$16
Wine
Both locations list wines by the glass and bottle across multiple regions and styles. Brunswick Street includes white, red, rosé, prosecco, and champagne. Warren Street adds cabernet, pinot noir, malbec, pinot grigio, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, rosé, prosecco, and brut champagne.
Menu strengths
- — Both locations list wines across multiple regions and styles by the glass and bottle.
- — Warren Street offers a broad range including cabernet, pinot noir, malbec, pinot grigio, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, rosé, prosecco, and brut champagne.
Standout selections
- — Sauvignon Blanc, Babich, New Zealand — Glass $11 / Bottle $38
- — Pinot Noir, Montpellier, California — Glass $12 / Bottle $40
- — Catena Malbec, Argentina — Glass $12 / Bottle $42 at Warren Street
- — Prosecco, La Luca, Italy — Glass $12 / Bottle $40
Pricing: Brunswick Street: glass $9-$12, bottle $34-$40; Warren Street: glass $10-$12, bottle $38-$42
Beer
Brunswick Street lists twelve draft beers and a cans-and-bottles section. Both locations offer a broad draft selection including local New Jersey breweries. Non-alcoholic beers are also available. Warren Street drafts are $6-$9, cans and bottles $5-$8.
Menu strengths
- — The Brunswick Street location lists twelve draft beers and a cans-and-bottles section.
- — Both locations offer a broad draft selection including local New Jersey breweries.
Standout selections
- — Kane Head High — American IPA, NJ 6.6% (Brunswick Street draft) — $8
- — Departed Soles - Ego is Not Your Amigo — Gluten-Free Vienna Lager, 4.8% (Warren Street) — $8
- — Nine Pin Hard Cider — Signature Blend, Off-Dry NY 6.7%, 12oz pour (Warren Street draft) — $9
- — Hofbräu Original — Helles, Germany 5.1% (Brunswick Street draft) — $8
Pricing: Warren Street draft $6-$9; cans and bottles $5-$8; Brunswick Street drafts $8
Nonalcoholic
Both locations offer a range of non-alcoholic beverages. Brunswick Street lists house sage lemonade, Georgia peach tea, sodas, iced tea, coffee, and espresso. Warren Street lists sodas, iced tea, house sage lemonade, Barritt's ginger beer, bottled water, and Mighty Leaf hot tea. Both list non-alcoholic beers.
Menu strengths
- — Both locations list non-alcoholic beers: Athletic Run Wild IPA and Guinness 0.
- — Both locations offer non-alcoholic beer and a range of non-alcoholic beverages.
Standout selections
- — House Sage Lemonade — $5; Athletic Run Wild IPA (Non-Alcoholic) — $8
- — Guinness 0 (Non-Alcoholic) — $8; Barritt's Ginger Beer — $6 at Warren Street
Pricing: $4-$8
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