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Welcome To Barrelhouse 101
Barrelhouse 101, nestled in Ventura, CA, captures the essence of American cuisine with a vibrant twist. Our story celebrates a community gathering place where delicious fare and excellent service unite. Known for its diverse menu, featuring everything from mouthwatering sandwiches to gluten-free tacos, Barrelhouse 101 caters to all palates, including vegetarians and pescatarians. With an inviting atmosphere supported by options for outdoor seating and a fully stocked bar, it’s the ideal spot for family dinners, friendly get-togethers, or casual date nights. Enjoy lively happy hours and indulge in crafted beers while soaking up our warm hospitality.
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About
Barrelhouse 101
Welcome to Barrelhouse 101, your next favorite American dining destination tucked away in the heart of Ventura, California. Located at 545 E Thompson Blvd, this vibrant eatery captures the essence of casual dining with a twist, offering an array of mouth-watering dishes, refreshing drinks, and an inviting atmosphere perfect for friends, families, and casual outings.
Barrelhouse 101 embodies everything you love about an American restaurant while providing options that cater to various dietary preferences. With numerous vegetarian and pescatarian choices available, everyone can find something to satisfy their palate. Whether you're craving the zesty Ahi Poke Crisps or the comforting Mushroom Mac and Cheese, the creativity behind the menu is evident and ensures a delightful dining experience.
- Environment: Barrelhouse 101 boasts a casual vibe with outdoor seating that's perfect for sunny California days. The ambiance features heated outdoor options and covered seating, great for both large groups and intimate dinners.
- Accessibility: This establishment is easily accessible, with features like an ADA-compliant entrance, restrooms, and parking, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a meal without concern.
- Happy Hour: Grab your friends and take advantage of their exciting happy hour specials, available Monday through Friday from 3-6 PM. Enjoy refreshing $5 beers, wines, and delightful appetizers ranging from tacos to fries, all at wallet-friendly prices.
As for the drinks, you can indulge in a full bar crafted to accompany your meal perfectly. Whether you're a fan of local brews or searching for a unique German beer on tap, Barrelhouse 101 has you covered. And if you decide to catch the game, catch the action on their TVs equipped with closed captioning—a thoughtful touch for everyone to enjoy.
Each visit here is filled with great service and delicious plates, as echoed by enthusiastic customer reviews. From delicious burgers like the Avenue Burger topped with a fiery 3 pepper sauce to their famous Strawbanero wings, patrons rave about the goodness of each dish. Plus, the fact that they accept modern payment methods, including cryptocurrency, shows just how adaptable this establishment is to today’s needs.
So if you’re searching for a place where flavors meet fun, look no further than Barrelhouse 101. Come join us for lunch, dinner, or simply to unwind with friends—we promise you'll leave with a smile (and a full belly)!
For reservations or to learn more: Call (805) 643-0906 or visit their website. See you soon at Barrelhouse 101!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Cool place to hang out and/ or watch a game. Food was AMAZING and the service was great too. Definitely recommend! ”
“ After a long drive stopped it was located near our hotel and was very happy immediately upon Entering. Staff friendly, great beer selection and the menu rocks! Loved seeing a California burrito/bowl option mixed with the fish & chips/burger items. Very refreshing, we loved our dinner here highly recommend. ”
“ Drinks and appetizer only: This is my first time within Barrelhouse 101- Last time I visited this place I was sitting in the parking lot during Covid. It is certainty nice to curl up to the bar and receive some good service in a bar like environment that offers tables, high tops and beer seating. Our visit was primarily to enjoy some good beers on tap. My partner wanted to stop in as they have a German beer that he likes on tap- its hard to find his chosen beer on tap in southern California- so worth a stop in if you are a German beer fan. To compliment our drinks, we ordered a plate of onion rings with blue cheese. The onion rings were good- nice and big and "meaty." Plus with house made blue cheese! During the week I see that they have a fabulous happy hour Monday- Friday from 3-6pm with drinks and food. The drink menu includes an array of beers for five dollars, five dollar wines and six dollar cocktails. Plus bites and appetizers that range from four to six dollars that range from fries to tacos to poke. Something for everyone! The restaurant does have a parking lot! Great thing in Ventura. Plus you can find on street parking and a city lot not too far away. Plenty of parking in the area. ”
“ We love it here, our favorite things are the Avenue burger with the 3 pepper sauce, the truffle fries, the sweet potatoes, and the strawbanero wings, better than any other sauce out there. All of these are 100% recommended. ”
“ Randomly met up with someone good people of mine and it happened to be happy hour. It was great and very much needed on a Friday after work. The ambiance was definitely a vibe. The food and drink specials on the happy hour menu were a hit. I'll definitely come back again soon for another experience. ”
“ Barrelhouse 101 is a relaxing spot with good food, and lots of big screen TVs. I stopped in for diner after work and had a good time. I ordered the Beacon Burger for $19.00 and switched the fries to tots. It was a hefty burger with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and cheese which really filled me up. They gave me a generous serving of hot crispy tots on the side and some ranch to dunk them in. I washed it all down with a very palatable IPA, that wasn't too hoppy. There was sports all around on the big screens and it seemed like every table had a good view. We had a pleasant server who brought our food out quickly. Overall it was a good spot. ”
“ Came for happy hour, I was greeted when I walked in. Once we sat down our server came over pretty quick. The happy hour menu had a variety of food and drinks for a reasonable price. The ahi poke crisp was a good portion for one piece and quite tasty. The flavors of skirt steak taco was good but the beef was slightly over done. The mini corn dogs was crispy on the outside and tasted ok. The house Pinot tasted bland, but the peach cider was very good. Service was good, our waitress came to check on us frequently. If you like beers on tap this is definitely the place to go. They also have a secret menu of drinks which I didn't get a chance to try this time so I'll definitely be back soon. ”
