Rocks & Drams

Miracle at Rocks & Drams is back for the holiday season! Join us from November 20 to January 5 for a magical, over-the-top holiday pop-up bar experience! The restaurant will be decked out in festive decorations, with a special cocktail menu and fun holiday events throughout the season.

Reservations: Strongly encouraged due to high demand, available in two-week blocks. Walk-ins are welcome, but seating will be limited. Each reservation includes a $5 per person deposit, which will be applied to the final bill, with a 2-hour table time limit to keep the holiday spirit flowing for all.

Hosting a Holiday Party? Schedule your team or staff celebration at Miracle! Large groups are welcome—just reach out early to ensure we can accommodate you. Keep an eye out for our blackout dates for private events to avoid any scheduling surprises.

Join the Team: We’re looking for enthusiastic, experienced seasonal bartenders, servers, and hosts to help make this year unforgettable. If you’re interested in part-time work during the holidays, please inquire with Mark or send your resume to [email protected].

This is our favorite time of year at Rocks & Drams, and we’re excited to make it memorable with you! Don’t miss out—spaces are filling fast.

Happy Halloween … our treat for you is all day Happy Hour! Join us at Rocks & Drams for good time in costume or not 🎃

World Series Game 5 tonight! We are kicking it off with all day happy hour food and drink specials, first pitch at 5:08pm. Grab your preferred viewing seat and join us for some fun. Link to book a reservation in our bio.

Following the game we will have live music with Angelo Arce. Come in a costume and win prizes!

World Series excitement continues! Here is our official line up of special food and cocktails! Open Monday and Tuesday 4-10pm for viewing the games at Rocks & Drams.

Tonight’s a special night! Join us at Rocks & Drams for a Monday Night football double header. Doors open at 4:30pm, and our bartender Sky is showcasing a cocktail menu influenced by his passion and songs!

Sunday funday! Lots on tap for today:

Opening Early at 1pm
Happy Hour All Day
NFL kick off 1:05pm Raiders vs Rams
MLB first pitch 5:08pm Dodgers vs Mets Game 6

New, limited availability Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail on the menu this weekend! $15 while supplies last. $14 during happy hour.

Weekend in full swing!

Saturday kicks off happy hour 3-5pm. DJ J Scratch playing all the jams 3-8pm, followed by DJ Fred Rock keeping to good times rolling 8pm - close. Late night Happy Hour 11pm to close!

Sunday Special Hours - opening at noon! Come watch the football games and enjoy all day Happy Hour noon to 9pm.

Rocks & Drams 14 S. California Street Ventura, CA 93001 in the heart of Downtown Ventura!

Dinner & Drinks await you at Rocks & Drams!

Thursday all day happy hour kicking off at 5pm with Dodgers baseball on the big screen. Yankees and NFL on the other screens too.

As the holiday season approaches, behind scenes we’re excited to be in full swing with our Miracle event planning! This year promises to be an unforgettable experience. Stay tuned for reservation details and more exciting updates. Our Miracle celebration kicks off on November 20th—get ready!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited us this week. I am truly blessed to have such amazing customers, friends, and family. As a family business, your support means the world to us—it helps not only our employees but also our families thrive.

As we approach our 4th anniversary on December 2, 2024, I’m deeply humbled by the overwhelming love, encouragement, and support you’ve shown. It’s been a challenging year for all of us, and your continued support keeps my family, staff, and me motivated every day.

We’ll be back open on Wednesday at 5pm—join us for Happy Hour all day, with good vibes from Angelo!

Looking forward to seeing you all!

🍂 It’s a beautiful fall Saturday afternoon in downtown Ventura, and Rocks & Drams is the place to be!

Join us for happy hour from 3-5pm, and stick around for an all-day DJ takeover 🎧!

🔥 DJ J Scratch will be spinning from 3-8pm, followed by Fred Rock keeping the vibes going from 8pm until close.

Got a sweet tooth? 🍫 Try our new Huge Huge Brownie served with a scoop of ice cream—it’s a game changer!

Don’t forget we’ve got late-night happy hour from 11pm to close. Let’s make the most of this Saturday! 🥂

⚾️ It’s WIN or GO HOME for the Dodgers! This Friday, we’re going ALL OUT for Game 5 of the NLDS: Dodgers vs Padres! 🏟️

🎤 Ventura local is kicking off the game with a LIVE National Anthem just before first pitch at 5pm!

🕓 Doors open at 4pm with extended happy hour from 4-7pm! Earn raffle tickets with every purchase for a chance to win awesome swag—neon signs, bar tools, merch & more!

🍹 Plus, every time a home run is hit, enjoy $5 Ohtani shots! Or grab a $13 Jim Beam highball and KEEP the logo glass (while supplies last)!

📲 Secure your seat by booking through our Yelp link in bio. Must be present to win!

Let’s go Dodgers! 💙

Tonight: Wednesday October 9th
Happy Hour All Day!
Live Music with Angelo Arce 6-9pm

Sip Society Tasting 6-9pm
Featuring Old Forester Distillery! $40 entry fee gets you a tasting and educational seminar with Old Forester PLUS a bottle to take home! Full details in our story.

No reservations required. Walk in and join us for the fun 🥃

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Cheers to Sunday Funday at Rocks & Drams! 🎉

Join us for all-day happy hour with cocktails starting at just $7 and discounted food to match. 🍹🍔

Catch the Dodgers in game 2 of the playoffs LIVE on our big screens at 5pm. ⚾️

Doors open 3-9pm – come early, grab a seat, and let’s cheer them on together!

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Seasonal changes coming your way… like the White Night! A customer favorite from last year, now available at Rocks & Drams.

🚨 **NEW Happy Hour KICKOFF at Rocks & Drams!** 🚨
We’re realigning our Happy Hour with some *amazing* prices and extended hours to keep the good times rolling! 🍹🍸🍻

**Drinks starting at just $7:**
🍸 Martinis, Cosmos, Manhattans
🍹Margaritas
🍷 Chardonnay & Pinot Noir
🍻 Asahi, VCBC Hazy IPA, IPA, & Pacifico Lager
🥂 Whiteclaw & Suntory Seltzer

⏰ **Happy Hour Hours:**
📅 Wednesday: ALL DAY (5pm - Close)
📅 Thursday: ALL DAY (5pm - Close)
📅 Friday: 5-7pm
📅 Saturday: 3-5pm
📅 Sunday: ALL DAY (3pm - Close)

**TAG your squad** 👫👭 and let them know the drinks are calling! Let’s cheers to great prices, good vibes, and unforgettable nights! 🍻✨

Drop a comment below and take our poll on what your *go-to drink is* and get ready for some midweek fun!👇

Happy Hour kicks off in just 1 hour! If you’re heading to downtown Ventura and looking for great vibes, delicious food, and top-tier drinks, we’re the spot to be. Our happy hour menu features exceptional bites, and our cocktails never miss.

We can’t wait to see you here!

Power Hour starts at 9pm - Whiteclaws, Coors Light & Lagunitas IPA $6 and our late night food menu will have you feeling just right!

Who says Sundays have to be fancy? 🍻 Kick back with a White Claw, seltzer, beer, or your favorite glass of wine – we’ve got you covered! Enjoy happy hour food and drink prices ALL DAY at Rocks & Drams.

Relax, unwind, and keep it casual with us this Sunday. Cheers! 🍷🍻

📣 The happiest couple of hours in downtown Ventura are at Rocks & Drams! 🎉 Join us for early happy hour Wednesday-Friday from 5-7pm, Saturday 3-5pm, and ALL DAY Sunday! PLUS, our late-night happy hour runs Wednesday/Thursday 9-close and Friday/Saturday 11-close. 🍹

Enjoy $7 Bourbon Heritage Month whiskey cocktails and $5 margaritas! 🥃🍸 Indulge in delicious food specials like our fan-favorite poke nachos and mouthwatering scratch burger – all at happy hour prices! 🍔

Why pay more when you can save on the best bites and sips in town? See you soon! 👋

What do $5 margaritas, garlic noodles with filet mignon, and Sunday football have in common? Starting next week, we’ll have TVs up and running so you can catch all the Sunday games while enjoying $5 margaritas and all-day happy hour pricing! Plus, don’t miss out on our Sunday Football special: Garlic Noodles with Filet Mignon for $28.99. Stay tuned for more specials, including wings, burgers, and fries combos announced throughout the week. Who’s your team?

Unbeatable happy hour cocktail specials all weekend long!

Friday 5-7pm, 11pm - close
Saturday 3-5pm, 11pm - close
Sunday All Day 3-9pm

$7.00 in honor of Bourbon Heritage month

Whiskey Sour
Old Fashioned
Manhattan
Boulevardier
Gold Rush
Highball (pictured here)

$5.00 Margaritas - Happy Hour times only

🔥 Beat the Heat this Weekend at Rocks & Drams! 🔥

With this Ventura heatwave, we’ve got the perfect way to cool down—cocktail specials ALL weekend long! Our AC will be blasting, and so are the deals:

✨ $7 Bourbon Heritage Month Cocktails:
Whiskey Sour | Old Fashioned | Manhattan | Boulevardier | Gold Rush | Highball

🍹 Plus, $5 MARGARITAS to keep you refreshed!

Catch these specials during happy hour:
⏰ Friday 5-7pm | Saturday 3-5pm | Sunday All Day 3-9pm

Stay cool, sip strong, and make your weekend count at Rocks & Drams! 🍸

Bourbon: The Spirit of America

Bourbon has long been celebrated as a symbol of American craftsmanship and tradition. Its origins date back to the late 1700s when Evan Williams, a Welsh immigrant, established the first commercial whiskey distillery in Louisville, Kentucky. While many credit Williams with pioneering bourbon production, some sources attribute its creation to Elijah Craig, a Baptist minister believed to have been the first to age corn whiskey in charred oak barrels—a method that defines bourbon today.

The true origins of bourbon are still debated, not only in terms of who first made it but also regarding the etymology of its name. One theory suggests that “bourbon” is derived from Bourbon County, Kentucky, which was originally part of Virginia before Kentucky became a state in 1792. Bourbon County was named after the French royal House of Bourbon, a tribute to France’s support during the American Revolution.

Kentucky’s unique geography plays a pivotal role in the development of bourbon’s distinctive character. The state’s limestone bedrock naturally filters iron from the water, creating a mineral-rich water source that enhances the fermentation process, giving Kentucky bourbon its smooth, rich flavor. The hot summers and cool winters in Kentucky also cause the whiskey to expand and contract within the barrels, imparting complex flavors over time.

At Rocks & Drams, we honor the legacy and craftsmanship of bourbon. Whether you’re a seasoned bourbon enthusiast or just starting to explore the spirit, we invite you to enjoy our house Old Fashioned, crafted with Evan Williams, a nod to the origins of bourbon itself. For those looking to expand their palate, try one of our carefully curated selections from the Sazerac House, showcasing some of the finest bourbons available. Come, sip, and savor the spirit of America at Rocks & Drams.

🥃 September is Bourbon Heritage Month, and we’re celebrating with amazing whiskey bourbon deals all month long at Rocks & Drams! This week’s spotlight pours:

✨ Wednesday: Eagle Rare - $13 by the dram
✨ Thursday: E.H. Taylor Small Batch - $18 by the dram
✨ Friday: Weller Special Reserve - $16 by the dram
✨ Saturday: Buffalo Trace - $10 by the dram
✨ Sunday: Blanton’s - $16 by the dram

Join us for a glass (or two) and toast to the rich heritage of bourbon. 🍂