Cocktails To Warm Up Your Winter in Stockton, California

December 17, 2025

"Baby, it's cold outside"... sorry for calling you baby... ANYWAYS, with the holidays in full swing and the drop in temperature, we're all on the lookout for something to keep us warm, spicy, and/or cozy. And what better way to warm up your night (or day–no judgement) than a nice cocktail from a Stockton food spot!

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Bud's Seafood Grille

If you're looking for a place that is definitely in the holiday spirit with their drinks, Bud's Seafood Grille is the holly jolly spot. This year, they've got FOUR spectacular cocktails for you to enjoy: Grinch Mimosa, White Christmas Martini, Santa Hat, and White Chocolate Martini. Now, it's not required for you to say "ho ho ho" as you finish these off - but it's also not frowned upon.

Islander's

'Tis the season at Islander's and they have some tasty drinks to inspire your holiday spirit. The four drinks they are serving up this year are Chocolate Sleigh Ride, Mistletoe Mojito, Santa's Nightcap, and the Milk & Cookies Shooter. Sounds holly jolly to us!

Fired Pizza

Fired Pizza not only keeps you warm with their delicious pies but also serves lovely holiday-themed drinks to pair with them. Their drink specials—which just won them the Best Beverage Program at the National Pizza Today Pie Awards—include the White Christmas Sangria, Santa's Little Frico, Peppermint Espresso Martini, Hot Fired Chocolate, Mistletoe Margarita, and Fired Michelada. Lots of yum over here!

FED Restaurant

Get in the jolly libation spirit with the drinks they're dishing out at FED. Their special Christmas cocktails include Let It Snow (Tito's, tropical island pucker, lemon, & simple syrup), the Grinch-tini (Absolute Citron, green apple schnapps, lemon, & simple syrup), Jingle Juice (Tanqueray, champagne, lemon, & simple syrup) Sneaky Santa (Hennessy, cherry juice, lime, & soda), and more. Stop in and enjoy!

The Waterloo

Head over to The Waterloo Club off Hwy 88 for some holly jolly drinks. Pop in for a bit and choose from their winter drink specials, which include the Eggnog White Russian (Christian Brothers egg nog, Kahlua, vodka, & cream), Peppermint Espresso Martini (espresso liquor, peppermint Smirnoff, & peppermint Rumchata), and a Maple Old Fashioned (Woodford, maple syrup, angostura bitters, orange & Luxardo cherry garnish).

Mezzo

Mezzo has a lovely festive cocktail for you to sip on for the holidays. Pop in for the evening and enjoy their delightful White Chocolate Peppermint Martini. For drinks meant to make you feel joyful and triumphant, this one is definitely in the conversation.

Play it safe after a night of drinks and stay the night. Stockton is home to numerous fantastic hotels located in key parts of the city, making it easy to enjoy the beauty of the city, take part in a shopping spree, and savor some delicious cuisine. Discover the outstanding hotels in our city by clicking here!

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