December 30, 2024
Food & Drink, Guides,
After a hard day of work, it’s nice to hit the scene for a drink with friends, but that doesn’t mean you have to dip into your energetic stores for the next day.
If you’re looking to enjoy a sip without consequences, mocktails are a great way to feel flirty without alcohol.
See also: 20 Of The Best Bars Across The Country
We asked our editors across the country to name their favorite local bars with delicious mocktails. Whether you’re going completely dry or just want to mix things up between boozy drinks, these bars across the country have the perfect NA offerings to help you celebrate and elevate your evening.
Atlanta - Bacchanalia
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1460 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd. NW, Ste. 1 / Website
This chic New American spot is renowned for its luxe, seasonally evolving four-course tasting menu and expertly selected beverage pairings. Bacchanalia’s cocktail program encompasses spirit-free highlights like the tangy Cherry Picked with Free Spirits tequila, cherry flavoring, Thai basil and lime and the tropical PI-NA Colada, a flavorful blend of Seedlip Spice, pineapple, coconut and summer berry bitters. See more on Atlanta's full list.
Austin - Sans Bar
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918 Congress Ave., 512-589-1634 / Website
Did you know Austin is home to the first nonalcoholic bar in the country? Yes, and it’s Sans Bar! Established in 2017, this awesome hangout space is the originator and is only open on Fridays, so be sure you schedule your visit accordingly. The bartenders work with leading mixologists from across the country, and the menu rotates with a variety of top-shelf options and seasonal flavors. Coming to Sans Bar is truly an experience, and if you’re interested in low-ABV beverages, you simply can not miss it! See more on Aspen's full list.
Chicago - Arbella
112 W. Grand Ave. / Website
River North cocktail lounge Arbella offers an inventive selection of zero-proof drinks. A few of our favorites are the Smoking Kills with lemon-ginger kombucha, lime and ginger-beer with infused smoke, and the Secret Window with London dry spirit-free, hibiscus, peachtree sipping vinegar and citrus. Check Chicago's full list for more.
Hamptons - Topping Rose House
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One Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton / 631.808.2000 / Website
A full-service luxury experience in the heart of the Hamptons is making the most of every mocktail they serve. This reimagined 19th-century mansion and estate where traditional architecture, contemporary design and modern comforts come together in perfect harmony. The bar and lounge are stocked with top-shelf spirits, local herbs and produce and mixed to perfection by their expert mixologists. Whether you decide to begin or end your evening at the bar, mocktails can be made at any time for any guest. See more on the Hamptons' full list.
Las Vegas - La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway
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3131 S Las Vegas Blvd / Website
La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway at the Wynn offers spirit-free creations that live up to its elevated standards. For a drink that’s alluring to both the eyes and tastebuds, consider the Purple Haze. The Seedlip 94-based beverage is torched tableside and stirs together lavender syrup, lemon and egg whites. See more on Vegas' full list.
Los Angeles - Carbon Beach Club
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22878 Pacific Coast Hwy / Website
Among all the fantastic mocktails at the Malibu Beach Inn restaurant, the Violetta is one you absolutely do not want to miss. Made with Seedlip Garden 108, violet, lemon and seltzer, it is the perfect complement to gorgeous Pacific views. See more on LA's full list.
Miami - CATCH Miami Beach
200 South Pointe Drive, Miami Beach / Website
CATCH Miami Beach, located in the vibrant South of Fifth neighborhood, sets the perfect tone for the new year with its lively atmosphere and breathtaking rooftop views. Kick off the year with the Watermelon Mojito, a revitalizing mocktail made with Seedlip ‘Grove 42’, mint, lime and bright citrus notes. See more on Miami's full list.
NYC - The Highlight Room
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145 Bowery / 212.481.3763 / Website
If you haven’t been to the LES’ gorgeous indoor-outdoor rooftop bar yet, the Highlight Room’s zero-proof offerings are the perfect excuse to go. This gorgeous garden rooftop sits 16 stories above the city, meaning your delicious cocktail will be matched with unbelievable city views. Sip on the Some Like it Hot, made with peach, hibiscus, chili, lime, and Q mixer ginger beer while enjoying the immaculate vibes that TAO Group Hospitality always delivers. See more on NYC's full list.
Palm Beach - Farmer's Table
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Various Locations
Celebrate the New Year at Farmer’s Table, where wholesome mocktails bring vibrant flavors to your festivities. The remedy is a refreshing blend of green tea, pomegranate juice, organic agave, and fresh berries, topped with mint and club soda for a sparkling twist. For a tropical escape, the Pineapple Express combines pineapple, apple, and orange juices with a hint of orange blossom water, coconut milk, and mint. These health-forward, alcohol-free creations are the perfect way to toast to a bright and nourishing 2025. See more on Palm Beach's full list.
San Francisco - ABV
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3174 16th St.; 415-294-1871 / Website
Perfect for those abstaining from alcohol, ABV’s mocktail menu includes five options: the Green Dream with tarragon, lemon and ginger; the N/A Negroni with a nonalcoholic aperitif and charred grapefruit tonic; the Bota-Nada with pineapple, pickle brine, lemon, hot sauce and n/a IPA; the Blackberry Splash with lemon, blackberry, mint and hop water; and the New Balance with n/a aperitif, passionfruit, lemon and hop water. ABV also serves nonalcoholic beer and sparking rose, as well as a menu of low-ABV cocktails. See more on San Francisco's full list.
Silicon Valley - Meso Modern Mediterranean
3060 Olsen Drive, #50, San Jose / Website
Meso Modern Mediterranean is now serving the dynamic flavors and spirit of Mediterranean cuisine to the San Jose community. With dishes sourced from local farms along with classic cocktails and regional spirits and wines, Meso provides a full dining experience. But if visiting just for happy hour, the spirit-free menu includes two cocktails made with Ritual Zero Proof. Try the Faux 75 with lavender-infused "gin," lemon and Fever Tree Yuzu Lime; or the Not-So Prickly Margarita with "tequila," lime, lemon, prickly pear and soda. See more on Silicon Valley's full list.
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