Big steaks, safe pours, zero surprises
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Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · April 13, 2026
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The wine list at Brickhouse reads exactly like the restaurant looks — dependable, beef-forward, and not trying to challenge anyone. You'll recognize most of the names here from grocery store endcaps and restaurant chain menus, which is either comforting or deflating depending on your mood. The Wine Spectator award on the wall says someone cares, but the list itself says they care about not losing customers.
With 60 to 120 labels, there's enough on the page to feel substantial, but the range leans heavily on California heavyweights and a few Washington state ringers. Caymus and Jordan anchor the Cabernet section, which is a completely predictable move for a steakhouse — safe bets that upsell easily. There's no real old-world presence to speak of, no Rhône, no Barolo, nothing that would make a wine-curious diner linger over the list. The Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling is a nod toward something lighter, but it feels more like a concession than a conviction.
The by-the-glass program runs 10 to 18 options, which is a reasonable spread for a steakhouse of this size. Expect the usual suspects — Meiomi Pinot Noir will almost certainly be on there, and it will almost certainly be poured too warm. Rotation appears minimal; this looks like a list that gets set once a season and left alone.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling, Columbia Valley — $35
At the low end of the price range and genuinely underrated at a steakhouse — the bright acidity and subtle sweetness cut through rich prime rib in a way that a fifth Cab on the list simply won't. It's the move most tables skip, which means more for you.
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
Jordan gets overlooked because it's not flashy enough for the Caymus crowd, but it's a more elegant, food-friendly Cab that actually complements beef rather than competing with it. If you're going to spend up on a bottle, this is the one to reach for.
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
Caymus is a perfectly fine wine that has been marked up to the moon at virtually every steakhouse in America, and Brickhouse is not breaking that trend. You're paying a significant premium for brand recognition here — the wine is overexposed, often served too warm, and there are better bottles on this list for less money.
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley + Ribeye Steak
Jordan's structured tannins and restrained fruit profile give the ribeye's fat somewhere to go without the wine turning into a jam bomb alongside the char. It's a classic match that actually earns the pairing rather than just defaulting to 'red wine with red meat.'
The Bottom Line
Brickhouse is a solid steakhouse with a wine list that plays it safe and prices that reflect the real estate more than the bottles. If you're here for the prime rib and a glass of something familiar and well-poured, you'll leave happy — just don't come looking for adventure.
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Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
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Acceptable
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Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
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