Local bars and restaurants across the city are crafting creative zero proof drinks that feel just as intentional as traditional cocktails. From smoky BBQ joints to polished downtown lounges, these sober sips are becoming a menu staple rather than an afterthought.

You can try a virgin margarita or paloma at Little Coyote in St. Elmo, while Rosecomb on the North Shore offers layered flavors like hibiscus, spice tea, ginger, and citrus. Downtown favorites include Wooden City, Easy Bistro, The Social, and Unknown Caller with their thoughtfully crafted concoction ranging from warm, seasonal sips to sparkling and tangy forward blends. Broads Lounge and Oddstory Brewing Co. plus The Greenhouse expand the experience with non alcoholic wines, beers, and kombucha. Together, these spots show that Scenic City mocktails are about balance, creativity, and choice.