Model Citizen

70 S Oak St, Ventura

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Model Citizen is one of those vibey spots that feels elevated without being stuffy, and Mondays are my favorite time to go.

They are open Thursday through Monday from 4 pm to 9 pm and closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Happy hour runs daily from 4 to 6 pm and all night on Mondays. And yes, you can order happy hour from anywhere you sit in the restaurant, which immediately earns bonus points.

Mondays have the best energy. It is relaxed but still...
Took my date to MC and David was our server. Here is the list of things that she mentioned were “The Best She’s Ever Had”. (And she’s been to over 50 countries and is a huge fan of European dining.)

1. The Steak Tartare
2. The Oysters
3. The Salad
4. David’s Service
5. The Espresso Affogato

Compliments to the chef and staff.
We kissed at the end of the night and I think Model Citizen deserved...
To be fair. It was very busy for a Monday night. Five of us. Very nice host sat us at a booth because we requested no high top. Nice atmosphere with beautiful interior. Took about 8 minutes to even see anyone or get water. Cocktails were very good. Focaccia bread and burrata very good. Entrees not so much. Short rib pasta with rigatoni the pasta was mushy and the sauce tasted store bought and the short ribs were small and kinda tough. The chef did not get the memo that short rib...

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