Bourbon & BBQ. A Five-Course Journey of Smoke, Spice, and Spirit
Join us at Rikasa for an unforgettable evening where fire meets finesse. Our Bourbon & BBQ dinner celebrates the rich, smoky harmony of expertly grilled meats and thoughtfully paired bourbons. Each course has been crafted to balance sweet heat, charred flavors, and the nuanced depth of America’s favorite spirit. Here’s a closer look at the menu:
Pork Belly Pineapple Kabobs
Thick cuts of pork belly are marinated in bourbon and skewered alongside blistered peppers and caramelized onions. Grilled until perfectly charred, these kabobs blend savory, sweet, and smoky flavors in every bite.
Paired with: Smoked Pineapple Old Fashioned
This twist on a classic features bourbon infused with smoked pineapple and bitters, echoing the charred sweetness of the dish while cleansing the palate between bites.
Stuffed Chicken Thighs
Boneless thighs are stuffed with a lively mix of jalapeños and ripe peaches, then smoked and finished with a sticky bourbon glaze. It’s sweet, spicy, and soul-satisfying.
Paired with: Woodford Reserve Neat
The clean, oak-forward character of Woodford Reserve complements the fruit and spice, letting the dish’s bold flavors shine without distraction.
Burnt Ends
True to BBQ tradition, our firepit-cooked burnt ends are rich, tender, and lightly caramelized. Served with Rikasa’s signature potato salad, this course is smoky and indulgent.
Paired with: Maple Barrel Smash
A cocktail built on bourbon, maple, and citrus that adds sweetness and brightness – cutting through the richness while enhancing the meat’s deep char.
Carne Asada
Marinated skirt steak grilled to perfection, topped with rojo chimichurri for a punch of herbs, heat, and acid. Served with charred corn for a summery finish.
Paired with: Bulleit Bourbon on the Rocks
Clean, spicy, and bold—Bulleit’s rye-forward profile balances the umami of the steak and complements the herbaceous bite of the chimichurri.
Cast Iron Cookie Sundae
A warm, gooey cookie baked in a cast iron skillet and topped with ice cream and a house-made bourbon caramel sauce. Dessert, done right.
Paired with: Vanilla Bean Manhattan
Smooth and silky, this Manhattan features vanilla bean–infused bourbon that mirrors the dessert’s sweetness and rounds out the meal on a luxurious note.
Reserve Your Seat
Date: Thursday, July 17th
Time: 6PM
Limited Seating – Call 570-362-7777 or click here for tickets!
