Happy Place Eatery

1500 Los Angeles Ave, Ventura
(805) 479-4740

Recent Reviews

Shawn Smith

Amazing burger

Roger Queen

Truly the best burger I have had in a long while. Perfect bun, patties and add- ons.Fries were perfect too. Good setup

Stephen Hill

The burgers here are amazing and the service is quick. Definitely coming back.

Bryanna Lawson

Best loaded fries & pretzel bites in Ventura County! The smash burgers are so amazing! A must try food truck ! The owner Sky, and his whole staff is amazing, super friendly and outgoing! Definitely one of my favorite places!

Jonas Gomez

One of the best and freshest smash burgers around. Spice kick in the secret sauce is fire!!!

Joseph Billy Hernandez

Best Cheeseburger I’ve had in a while!!! Everything from the bun to the meat on point and don’t get me started on the fries ???

Omar G

These burgers are really good, in and out got some competition

Paramjeet Dhillon (Hang with Paramjeet)

My favorite FAVORITEST burger. Every time I’m in Ventura I make it a point to get my Happy Place fix! See ya next week ?

Ian Dooley

Best Smash Burger around hands down. Staff is awesome and you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu.

Christy Martin

Waiting about an hour for 1 order of Philly fries and 1 order of pretzels ?. There appeared to be only 1 cook that could not keep up with the orders at Topa Topa and when we went to check on the order, the woman was very rude and said “we are still working on it” with an attitude. I wanted to warn people getting in line to order because it took forever! Definitely wouldn’t order from them again!

Lynda M.

The food is delicious and the service is excellent with an ambiance affect. A very positive atmosphere all around and I love the energy!

C Dobbins

The Happy Place Burger awesomely de-lici-ous and sat-tis-fying ?, and was only second ? in quality to the two men working inside the truck❣️??.

Allison C.

Please note, This review is for the Food Truck only. I really wanted to love this place. I love smashburgers and I was excited to find another eatery near my work as restaurants are pretty limited on this side of town. They were a little behind schedule opening but went ahead and took my order shortly after 12. At that point there were a handful of other people waiting and I was the first to put my order through. I opted for the double smash burger without pickles and the cheese sauce on the side. The lady who took my order was very friendly and a few minutes after ordering, handed me one of those buzzers that will go off when my order is ready. She let me know it would be a little bit because of the fries...I had no issue with that, however, it was NOT "a little bit." It was THIRTY SEVEN minutes from the time I paid to when my order was ready. Almost my entire lunch break was gone by the time I got back to work. I feel it was wrong not to tell me up front before I paid that it was going to be over half an hour wait. There also wasn't really much acknowledgement of how long the wait was when I picked up my order. I would have gone somewhere else had I known that it would be such a long wait. Once I finally got back to work to eat my food, I definitely enjoyed the burger. The grilled onions were a nice touch and it was flavorful. I found myself craving a nice piece of crisp lettuce though...it would have made it much better. The fries unfortunately, were horrible. They were so overly fried and greasy I had two and threw out the rest. I have never done that before and the fact that I waited 37 minutes for those fries made it sting even more. It also wasn't cheap at $18 for the burger and fries. I have never had french fries before with that kind of fried texture...it was very strange to me. I would come back for the smash burger if they made it an option to order without the fries. Maybe some people like their fries like this but I just couldn't stomach them.

Mark B.

Super friendly place.... Also a food truck with great smash burgers on Fridays outside

Andrew Becerra

I am absolutely thrilled to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible experience I had at your restaurant! Your generosity and kindness truly made my day unforgettable! ?? especially on Xgames California weekend! Saturday night to be exact!When I arrived at your eatery and learned that the card reader wasn't working, I was a bit worried about not being able to enjoy your delicious burgers and fries. But then, to my surprise and delight, you went above and beyond by offering me my first burger and fries with a side of wings for free! ??The burger was juicy and flavorful, and the fries were perfectly crispy and seasoned to perfection! And to top it all off, those wings were a tasty bonus that I never expected! ???It warmed my heart to learn that you were technically closed, and yet you still had that one last burger and fries left for me. Your dedication to making your customers happy is truly commendable!I can't thank you enough for the incredible meal and the wonderful experience. Your kindness and hospitality have left a lasting impression on me, and I will definitely be returning to Happy Place Eatery for more mouthwatering delights! ??️With heartfelt appreciation and a full and contented stomach.Furthermore, let me tell you about Happy Eatery Smash Burgers! This place is an absolute delight for burger lovers all across the country! ?Picture this: sizzling hot, juicy beef patties, perfectly seasoned and expertly smashed on the griddle to create that mouthwatering crispy crust! ?? And the toppings? Oh, they're a flavor explosion! From the onions in sauce to the melty cheese that blankets the patties in gooey goodness! ? Every bite is a party in your mouth, and the flavor symphony will leave you dancing with joy!The ambiance at Happy Eatery is unbeatable - a vibrant and energetic atmosphere that Ventura always delivers and it makes you feel like you're at a burger festival! ?? The aroma of sizzling meat fills the air, and the sound of laughter and satisfied munching is music to your ears! ?✨ The staff is always friendly and enthusiastic, adding to the positive vibe that surrounds the whole experience!Oh, and let's not forget about the sides! Crispy golden fries, and the wings, elevate your burger adventure to new heights! ???Believe me, Happy Eatery Smash Burgers is not just a meal; it's an unforgettable celebration of flavor and happiness! So, if you're looking for the BEST burger experience in the country, head over to Happy Eatery, and get ready for a taste sensation that will leave you craving more! ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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