Café Nouveau

1497 E Thompson Blvd, Ventura
(805) 648-1422

Recent Reviews

Jesus Olivas

Cozy eclectic little spot. Food was amazing. My michelada was delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Josh Green

This place is an absolute gem with friendly staff, and a menu that over the years I have come find literally everything is amazing! From their frittatas and breakfast burritos, their many variations on eggs Benedict, ? and vanilla Carmel syrup , you can't miss!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Camion Natin French Toast, Maple Bacon Beignets, Bacon Gorgonzola Arugula Frittata, Eggs Benedict

Christa R

This little gem is worth the visit. We came for brunch. The breakfast menu is full of all types of foods to satisfy everyone. I had the eggs benevilla, and it was delicious. The eggs were poached to perfection. Our food came out quickly and hot. The decor is great. There is something beautiful and whimsical to look at no matter where you sit. The staff is very friendly and attentive. I will definitely be returning and bringing more friends and family to experience Cafe Nouveau.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Robert Ballantyne

Our friend, who is a local, took us to this place. She said it was her favorite local spot. It would be mine too if I lived in Ventura. I can't speak to all the menu items but their breakfast was excellent. The traditional 2 eggs, bacon and hash browns. 3 thick strips of well seasoned bacon, perfectly cooked eggs and well browned hash browns. Mmmm. Also at the table was the Italian sausage frittata. Nice light egg dish with potatoes, cheese and sliced Italian sausage, although it was suggested that ground sausage rather than a link might have had a better flavoring, but I thought it was very flavorful. Each of those dishes came with a blueberry muffin. Also ordered at the table was the Chile Verde burrito with sweet potato fries. It looked good but I didn't taste it myself. For our sweet finish, we ordered the French Quarter Beignets. 4 were served with traditional powdered sugar and a maple type of syrup. I have not been to New Orleans so I can't compare, but these were served hot and had a nice crunchy outer layer and nice soft chewy insides. Our server was very friendly and helpful. A little on the expensive side but still worth it. I would like to return and try other items.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Menichetti

Super

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Bryan Asdel

Great little place. Parking is a little inconvenient but the food is worth

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sangria Lea

Our go to place as a local - always extremely friendly, fantastic menu and the semi-private garden tables are so lovely. Yes, there is a wait - they are popular!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sienna Lindsay

I came here for breakfast with my friend pierette, I got the chocolate eclair waffles with a side of bacon and pierette got the beignets, both of our meals were amazing and we had fast seating, fast service, and out food was out in 7 minutes from when we ordered. Our server Jason was very friendly and went above and beyond for us today. i had a wonderful experience dining here and I will be visiting again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Maple Bacon Beignets

Jenner Wescott

Atmosphere was good when we went for dinner.Ee ordered the chicken marsala and chicken Picatta.The Marsala itself was pretty bad, but the vegetables and potatoes were both fairly good . Namely the marsala sauce wasn't reduced properly and essentially just tasted of still alchoholic wine.The chicken Picatta was good, but nothing special.We'll be going back, but only to try the brunch menu.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 2

Patti Castleberry

What an absolute gem!!! Gorgeous little breakfast spot with a glorious green garden for dining outside. Lots of interesting and unique menu items. French toast with vanilla caramel sauce was to die for! I love stained glass... all of the tables are glass mosaic.... gorgeous! Service was perfect.Wheelchair accessibility: Not very accessible. There is a pretty steep set of stairs at the entrance. It was tough for me to climb. It was worth it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Camion Natin French Toast

**Bad_ Ash**

I took a gnarly fall over the behemoth of a stump across the way after parking. Unfortunately, I never got to try the food. Though, the water they have is quite crisp. I remember the first cool sips I took after regaining consciousness. 5 stars!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

patrick resing

Delicious food, killer pancakes. Generous portions, a little on the expensive side for your typical breakfast but worth it when taking their level of service into account. Very attentive, deliberate and professional. Cute atmosphere, nice music. Only complaint is $5 for cup of Joe, think it could be priced down a liiiiiittle bit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Orlando Melchor

My favorite place at VenturaGreat ServiceGreat FoodGreat

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Robert Mallard

Very friendly staff, great

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Scott Romanowski

Wonderful restaurant!Great ambiance and amazing food!We love coming here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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