Transmission Brewing – American
This high-octane taproom revs to life with an industrial-chic energy, where the gleam of stainless steel tanks meets a laid-back coastal vibe perfect for shifting gears after a long day. The draft list cruises through a spectrum of bold flavors, from the sun-drenched citrus of a Sal BuenaLimetura to the velvety, midnight-dark depths of the Front St. Stout. Whether you’re cooling off with a crisp Bench Seat Blonde or exploring the zingy complexity of a Passion Fruit Tart, every pour offers a smooth ride through the artistry of local craft brewing.
1098 East Front Street, Ventura CA 93001 https://transmissionbrewing.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Transmission Brewing
Dairy-Free at Transmission Brewing
Transmission Brewing in Ventura has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catalytic Margarita, Thom Collins and Apricot Fizz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Transmission Brewing
Transmission Brewing in Ventura has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catalytic Margarita, Thom Collins and Apricot Fizz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Transmission Brewing
Transmission Brewing in Ventura has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shop Water and Body Work. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Transmission Brewing
Transmission Brewing in Ventura has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Thom Collins and Dyna. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Transmission Brewing
Transmission Brewing in Ventura has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Thom Collins and Dyna. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Transmission Brewing
Transmission Brewing in Ventura has 22 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catalytic Margarita, Bench Seat Blonde and Clutch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Transmission Brewing
Transmission Brewing in Ventura has 25 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catalytic Margarita, Bench Seat Blonde and Clutch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Transmission Brewing
Transmission Brewing in Ventura has 3 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Superdelic Pils, Ventura HighWey and Blood Orange Mule. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Transmission Brewing
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission Light | 80.4 g | 27.6 g |
| Two Tone | 80.3 g | 16 g |
| Ventura HighWey | 50 g | 15.1 g |
| Superdelic Pils | 55.8 g | 12.8 g |
| Catalytic Margarita | 9.4 g | 7.6 g |
| Blood Orange Mule | 94.2 g | 6.4 g |
| Street Glide | 55.8 g | 4.9 g |
| Front St. Stout | 20.7 g | 4.5 g |
| Fog Lights | 29.5 g | 3.7 g |
| Redline | 53.3 g | 3.2 g |
| DownShift | 8.4 g | 2.1 g |
| Passion Fruit Tart | 8.3 g | 0.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its high-quality menu spanning from appetizers to main courses, diners particularly rave about the standout pizza and consistently excellent flavors. Guests praise the warm, professional service and the cozy atmosphere that makes it a beloved neighborhood staple. Reviewers highlight the importance of making a reservation to fully enjoy the inviting ambiance and quality dining experience.
Menu
Beers
A selection of balanced lagers and hop-forward ales.
- Transmission Light: Rice Lager - 4.2%. Clean, crisp, dry, light rice lager. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Ventura HighWey: Mexican-Style Lager - 5.1%. Snappy, refreshing, and light. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Sal BuenaLimetura: Mexican-Style Lager - 5.0%. Mexican lager with lime and a touch of sea salt. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Bench Seat Blonde: Blonde Ale - 5.0%. Rounded and smooth, well balanced characteristics. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Redline: Red IPA - 7.5%. Richer and maltier IPA with caramel, toffee, and nutty flavors. Hops: Southern Cross, Cascade. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mudflap: Brown Ale - 6.5%. Comforting malt flavors, mild bitterness, nutty, and subtle hoppy flavor. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Front St. Stout: Milk Stout - 6.0%. Smooth, creamy, and rich. Chocolate with a slight coffee roastiness. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Passion Fruit Tart: Berliner Weisse - 5.3%. Kettle soured beer with fresh passion fruit. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Clutch: German-Style Helles - 5.2%. Lightly bready and remarkably balanced. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- DownShift: German-Style Pilsner - 5.1%. Floral hops and classic German malts. Light, crisp and drinkable. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Superdelic Pils: New Zealand Pilsner - 5.6%. Featuring Superdelic, Motueka, NZ Cascade, and Galaxy hops. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Dyna: West Coast IPA - 7.0%. Citrus, tropical, and a little pine. Bright and clean. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Headlights: West Coast IPA - 7.0%. Pilsner malt base. Krush, Simcoe, Luminosa, and Idaho 7 hops. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Fog Lights: Hazy IPA - 6.7%. Juicy, tropical fruit, and coconut. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- 7 Speed: Hazy IPA - 7%. Peach and juicy citrus. Featuring Idaho 7, Rakau, and Krush Hops. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Two Tone: Double IPA - 8.6%. Dank and resiny hops paired with juicy hops. Nelson, CTZ, Strata, and Cryo Pop hops. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Power Glide: American Pale Ale - 5.7%. Tropical fruit, citrus, and pine. Hops: Citra, Mosaic, Kohatu. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Street Glide: Hazy Pale Ale - 5.7%. Featuring Citra, Motueka, and Galaxy hops. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Hard Seltzers
Unique and refreshing hard seltzers.
- Orange Creamsicle: Hard Seltzer - 9.5%. Valencia oranges, coconut cream, and vanilla. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Catalytic Margarita: Hard Seltzer - 11%. Tequila barrel aged. Fresh lime juice, bittered orange, and blue agave. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Blood Orange Mule: Hard Seltzer - 5.0%. Blood orange, mint, and ginger. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Apricot Fizz: Hard Seltzer - 5.0%. Dry, refreshing, and unique. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Thom Collins: Hard Seltzer - 5.0%. Meyer Lemon, Lime, Juniper and Floral notes. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Refreshing non-alcoholic hop waters.
- Shop Water: Hop Water - 0%. Refreshing hopped water with white peach. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Body Work: Hop Water - 0%. Sparkling Hop water with electrolytes and adaptogens: Ginseng, L-Theanine, Lions Mane, and Cordyceps. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Transmission Brewing
- Is Transmission Brewing dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Transmission Brewing has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Catalytic Margarita, Thom Collins and Apricot Fizz.
- What can I eat at Transmission Brewing on a dairy-free diet?
- Catalytic Margarita, Thom Collins and Apricot Fizz carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Transmission Brewing have vegan options?
- Yes. 22 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Catalytic Margarita and Bench Seat Blonde.
- Is Transmission Brewing gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Transmission Brewing?
- Transmission Light, at roughly 27.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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