Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileBrophy Bros. Ventura
Ventura, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Brophy Bros. Pairs a seafood kitchen with a dedicated house cocktail menu. Signature drinks like the Perfect Margarita and Brophy's Bloody Mary anchor a list that includes a spicy Hot Press and a rum-forward Mai Tai. Happy hour brings value to well drinks, wine, and beer. A thoughtful selection of draft and bottled beers rounds out the program.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Perfect Margarita, made with El Jimador Blanco tequila, agave nectar, and fresh lime. For a heartier option, the Brophy's Bloody Mary features locally owned Cutler's Vodka. The Mai Tai is a rum blend with fresh juices and a splash of cassis, offering a fruity garnish.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts will appreciate the house drink list with creative spins like the Hot Press. Seafood diners might enjoy the oyster shooter upgrades. Beer drinkers have several local and national options, and happy hour specials make it accessible for those seeking value.
- What should I expect to spend?
- House cocktails range from $12.50 to $13.00. Happy hour specials include Margaritas at $8.75 and Bloody Marys at $9.75. House wine is $8.00 per 6 oz. Pour, and draft beers are $7.50, with happy hour drafts like Low Tide Hazy IPA at $6.50.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is notable for its use of locally owned Cutler's Vodka and house-infused chili vodka. The Mai Tai combines three rums with fresh juices and cassis. A dedicated house drinks menu and happy hour specials create a clear beverage identity.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Dedicated house drink menu with four signature cocktails, each with specific spirits and fresh ingredients. Happy hour specials on well drinks and select cocktails. A reviewer praised the Mai Tai's garnish and the margarita's balance.
Menu strengths
- — Four distinct house cocktails with clear recipes and ingredients.
- — Happy hour specials on well drinks, Margarita, and Bloody Mary.
Standout selections
- — Perfect Margarita: El Jimador Blanco tequila, agave nectar, fresh lime.
- — Brophy's Bloody Mary: Cutler's Vodka.; Hot Press: house-infused chili vodka, guava juice, fresh lime.
- — Mai Tai: Plantation, Whalers Dark, and Malibu rums with cassis.
Pricing: House cocktails $12.50-$13.00; happy hour Margarita $8.75, Bloody Mary $9.75
Wine
Happy hour offers house Chardonnay and Cabernet by the glass at a fixed price. A server's Pinot Noir suggestion was well received by a group, indicating some wine service knowledge.
Menu strengths
- — Happy hour house wine at a straightforward price.
Standout selections
- — House Chardonnay (6 oz. Pour); House Cabernet (6 oz. Pour)
Pricing: Happy hour house wine $8.00 per 6 oz.
Beer
An extensive beer list with local drafts like Topa Topa Chief Peak Stone IPA and Fig Mtn. Danish Red, plus a rotating tap. Packaged options include Michelob Ultra, Stella Artois, and hard seltzers. Happy hour offers discounted drafts and domestic bottles.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple draft options including local breweries.; Wide range of bottled and canned beers, including non-alcoholic.
- — Happy hour specials on drafts and domestic bottles.
Standout selections
- — Topa Topa Chief Peak Stone IPA (draft); 805 (draft)
- — Fig Mtn. Danish Red (draft); Low Tide Hazy IPA (happy hour draft)
Pricing: Draft beers $7.50; bottles/cans $5.75-$7.00; happy hour draft Low Tide Hazy IPA $6.50, domestic bottles $4.75
Nonalcoholic
One non-alcoholic beer option, Becks N.A., is listed on the menu. This provides a single choice for those avoiding alcohol.
Menu strengths
- — Menu lists Becks N.A. As a non-alcoholic beer option.
Standout selections
- — Becks N.A. — 5.75 — Non-alcoholic beer.; Menu lists Becks N.A. As a non-alcoholic beer option.
Pricing: Becks N.A. $5.75
Spirits
Happy hour includes well drinks, and oyster shooters can be upgraded with liquor or premium liquor.
Menu strengths
- — Well drinks available during happy hour.; Oyster shooter upgrades with liquor or premium liquor.
Standout selections
- — Cocktails use specific spirits such as El Jimador tequila, Cutler's Vodka, and various rums.
How it sits with the food
As a seafood restaurant, the beverage menu likely complements oysters and other seafood. The Bloody Mary is a classic pairing for oyster shooters, and the crisp house Chardonnay or a Pinot Noir could accompany lighter fish dishes.
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