| A brewmaster oversees production of craft ales in the dozen stainless steel tanks lining the long, narrow dining room. First-timers can order a sampler tray with mini mugs of the brews, which change weekly. Dine inside the 115-year-old building with brick walls and high ceilings, or on the patio out front. You might encounter a Santa Rosa Red Ale that’s not too bitter, or a Pierpont IPA loaded with hoppy flavor. For something lighter, try the C-Street Wheat Ale or the Seaward Blonde Ale, both named for nearby Ventura streets. Hard lemonade, hard cider and beer from other microbreweries are also available. The eats are mostly casual, with sandwiches, burgers, pizza and pasta on the menu. There’s also an eclectic mix of dishes ranging from Oaxacan tri-tip to Szechwan shrimp and jambalaya. Desserts include crème brûlée and bread pudding, but you’re better off with the homemade fudge brownie cake, which is glazed with ganache and topped with whipped cream. Keep an eye out for brewmaster dinners that pair five courses of food with five different ales. |
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