We Tried Every Margarita on the Menu So You Don’t Have To
At 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill, Compass Hotel Naples
If you thought Naples couldn’t get any sunnier, think again. We embarked on a mission: sample every margarita on the 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill menu so you can find your perfect pour. Here’s our ranking, from laid‑back sips to full‑throttle flavor bombs. Each sip transported us to paradise - no passport required.
🥇 Winners Circle (Our Favorites)
Last Mango in Paris – A tropical knockout with mango tequila, Cointreau & a cranberry twist. Bright, fruity, with just enough zing. A solid 10/10.
Uptown Top Shelf Margarita – Ready for something refined? This blend of Teremana Reposado, Cointreau and Gran Gala is smooth, elegant, and seriously sip‑worthy. 9/10.
Livin’ It Up – With Patrón Silver and egg white for silky richness, this upscale cocktail nails the balance between strength and sophistication. 8.5/10.
Crowd-Pleasers (Dependable Classics)
Perfect Margarita – Tequila purists rejoice. A clean, crisp, traditional mix of gold & silver tequila, citrus and Curaçao. A time‑honored 8/10.
Who’s to Blame® – Margaritaville gold tequila and triple sec in a house blend that hits all the right notes - served frozen or on the rocks - fun and flavorful at 8/10.
Watermelon Margarita – Espolòn Blanco, triple sec and fresh watermelon puree for sweet refreshment. Juicy and summery. 8.5/10.
On the Rocks (Colorful Sippers)
Fins to the Left – A playful classic feathered with blue Curaçao. Fun, visually appealing and tasty. 8/10.
Strawberry Moonshine Rita – A moonshine twist on margarita - unexpected, a touch sweeter, and packed with berry flavor. 9/10.
Premium Pour (Specialty Star)
Watermelon Margarita – Yup, so good it lands in both categories—we loved it that much!
🛥️ Boat Drinks (Not Margaritas, But Must-Try)
Though not margaritas, these tropical marvels deserve honorable mention:
5 o’Clock Somewhere® – Passion‑fruit tequila, silver rum, juices and grenadine. A lush, island‑vibe explosion.
Incommunicado – The ultimate party cocktail: tequila, vodka, rum, gin, and triple sec all in one. Bold and boozy fun.
Coco Cabana – Coconut rum meets melon liqueur for a soft, juicy escape.
Final Pour
If you’re after laid‑back paradise vibes with a twist, go for Last Mango in Paris. Want upscale smoothness? The Uptown Top Shelf Margarita will not disappoint. And for traditionalists, the Perfect Margarita and Who’s to Blame® deliver on classic expectations.
Pro Tips from the Bar
Choose your style: frozen or on-the-rocks. Frozen softens flavors; on-the-rocks keeps them sharp.
Upgrade for keepsakes: serve your margarita in a 22 oz souvenir blender cup for an added $10 (and major bragging rights).
Bottom Line
Each margarita here embodies part of that laid‑back Margaritaville spirit. Our top pick? Last Mango in Paris, it brings the flavor without being over the top. But no matter which you choose, you’ll get that perfect Naples‑style sunset in a glass. Cheers to margarita adventures, tiptoeing between classic charm and tropical indulgence. See you at 5 o’Clock Somewhere!