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: $$
Currently open
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.
- Ventura HighWey: Mexican-Style Lager - 5.1%. Snappy, refreshing, and light.
- Sal BuenaLimetura: Mexican-Style Lager - 5.0%. Mexican lager with lime and a touch of sea salt.
- Bench Seat Blonde: Blonde Ale - 5.0%. Rounded and smooth, well balanced characteristics.
- Redline: Red IPA - 7.5%. Richer and maltier IPA with caramel, toffee, and nutty flavors. Hops: Southern Cross, Cascade.
- Mudflap: Brown Ale - 6.5%. Comforting malt flavors, mild bitterness, nutty, and subtle hoppy flavor.
- Front St. Stout: Milk Stout - 6.0%. Smooth, creamy, and rich. Chocolate with a slight coffee roastiness.
- Passion Fruit Tart: Berliner Weisse - 5.3%. Kettle soured beer with fresh passion fruit.
- Clutch: German-Style Helles - 5.2%. Lightly bready and remarkably balanced.
- DownShift: German-Style Pilsner - 5.1%. Floral hops and classic German malts. Light, crisp and drinkable.
- Superdelic Pils: New Zealand Pilsner - 5.6%. Featuring Superdelic, Motueka, NZ Cascade, and Galaxy hops.
- Dyna: West Coast IPA - 7.0%. Citrus, tropical, and a little pine. Bright and clean.
- Headlights: West Coast IPA - 7.0%. Pilsner malt base. Krush, Simcoe, Luminosa, and Idaho 7 hops.
- Fog Lights: Hazy IPA - 6.7%. Juicy, tropical fruit, and coconut.
- 7 Speed: Hazy IPA - 7%. Peach and juicy citrus. Featuring Idaho 7, Rakau, and Krush Hops.
- Two Tone: Double IPA - 8.6%. Dank and resiny hops paired with juicy hops. Nelson, CTZ, Strata, and Cryo Pop hops.
- Power Glide: American Pale Ale - 5.7%. Tropical fruit, citrus, and pine. Hops: Citra, Mosaic, Kohatu.
- Street Glide: Hazy Pale Ale - 5.7%. Featuring Citra, Motueka, and Galaxy hops.
Hard Seltzers
Unique and refreshing hard seltzers.
- Orange Creamsicle: Hard Seltzer - 9.5%. Valencia oranges, coconut cream, and vanilla.
- Catalytic Margarita: Hard Seltzer - 11%. Tequila barrel aged. Fresh lime juice, bittered orange, and blue agave.
- Blood Orange Mule: Hard Seltzer - 5.0%. Blood orange, mint, and ginger.
- Apricot Fizz: Hard Seltzer - 5.0%. Dry, refreshing, and unique.
- Thom Collins: Hard Seltzer - 5.0%. Meyer Lemon, Lime, Juniper and Floral notes.
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Refreshing non-alcoholic hop waters.
- Shop Water: Hop Water - 0%. Refreshing hopped water with white peach.
- Body Work: Hop Water - 0%. Sparkling Hop water with electrolytes and adaptogens: Ginseng, L-Theanine, Lions Mane, and Cordyceps.