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  • 142 Center Street, Southington, CT 06489

Bold. Refined. Unapologetically Crafted Cocktails in Southington, CT.

Forged Behind the Bar
From charred garnishes to steel-cut ice, every element is tuned for maximum impact. We blend the classic with the experimental, the clean with the dirty, and always keep the finish fierce. If you’re looking for watered-down, look elsewhere.

Where Grit Meets Glass
This is Southington’s cocktail scene—amplified. Pair your drink with one of our scratch-made plates and settle in. Because here, good times come loud, and the pours come strong.

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Craft Cocktails

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Ideal Tavern's craft cocktail program pairs premium spirits with house-made syrups and fresh-pressed juices. Every drink on this list is hand built behind our bar, from bright and citrus-forward pours to slow-sipping bourbon and amaro builds. Walk-ins are always welcome, but reservations are recommended for larger groups.

Signature Cocktails

  • Alodda Pear's

    $12

    Absolut Pears Vodka, fresh lemon and lime, elderflower, simple syrup

  • Shady Doubles

    $13

    Lunazul Tequila, lavender, fresh lemon, honeydew

  • Snakes in the Cockpit

    $12

    Montelobos Mezcal, lemon, Aperol, amaro, passion fruit

  • On Standby

    $14

    Four Roses Bourbon, Peychaud's Bitters, turbinado and coriander simple syrup

  • Garage Band

    $14

    Caffo Vecchio Amaro del Capo, ube, lime, pineapple, coconut

  • Oil Spills

    $12

    Tito's Vodka, Italicus, blackberry, lemon, red pepper chili oil

  • The Cowardly Dog

    $12

    Licor 43, fresh espresso, coffee bitters, carajillo style

  • Face the Maze

    $14

    Campari, strawberry, hibiscus, prosecco, spritz style

  • Steeped n' Taxed

    $11

    Black tea infused gin, cherry, orange bitters, grapefruit tonic

Valentine's Day at Ideal Tavern in Southington, CT.
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Celebrating Big Wins with a 75¢ Monday Night Wing Fest

Wing Night Menu
Southington, ct.

2025
Restaurant Week

Join us at Ideal Tavern for Southington Restaurant Week and enjoy a handcrafted 3-course prix fixe menu for just $25.25. Choose one dish from each course and experience the bold, fresh flavors that make Ideal a local favorite.
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Mothers day at Ideal Tavern
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