American Bar & Grille
California classics, casino comfort, no surprises
Atlantic City · Atlantic City · American · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed April 18, 2026
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First Impression
The wine list at American Bar & Grille reads like a greatest hits album of California wine — you know every track, and honestly, some of them still slap. It's a polished, approachable list that matches the room: warm, contemporary, and built for people who want something good without having to think too hard. No surprises here, which is either comforting or a little boring depending on your mood.
Selection Deep Dive
The 100-200 bottle list leans hard into California, and the names are all recognizable — Caymus, Silver Oak, Jordan, Stag's Leap, Duckhorn, Cakebread, Rombauer. These are crowd-pleasers for a reason, and the list earns its Wine Spectator Award of Excellence on sheer reliability. What it lacks is any adventurousness: no Rhône, no Italian, no natural wine rabbit hole to fall down. If you came hoping to discover something new, you're in the wrong room.
By the Glass
With 12-20 options by the glass, there's enough to keep most people happy without committing to a bottle. Expect the usual suspects from California — Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot — poured in a casino hotel setting where turnover keeps things reasonably fresh. Don't expect a rotating, chef-curated glass program; this list is built to move volume, not to challenge you.
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon — $75
Jordan consistently over-delivers for its price point — structured, food-friendly, and a natural match for the 36 oz bone-in rib eye. It's the most honest pour on this list relative to what you're getting.
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon
Most tables here go straight for Caymus or Silver Oak on name recognition alone, but Stag's Leap brings more nuance and structure. It's the wine a Napa enthusiast would order and quietly feel smug about.
Rombauer Vineyards Chardonnay
Rombauer is perfectly fine wine that retails around $35 — so when a casino hotel marks it up to whatever they're charging here, the math gets ugly fast. Order it at your local restaurant instead.
Duckhorn Vineyards Merlot + 36 oz Bone-In Rib Eye
Duckhorn Merlot has enough body and dark fruit to stand up to a massive rib eye without bulldozing it. It's the move when you want something a little softer than a full Cab but still serious enough for the main event.
✔️ The Bottom Line
American Bar & Grille does exactly what a casino hotel grill should do with wine — keeps the familiar names stocked, earns its Award of Excellence, and doesn't embarrass anyone. Just don't come expecting to be surprised, and watch the markup on the grocery-store staples.
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