Restaurants in Ventura
Best Restaurants
American • $$
French • $$
“We've enjoyed Parfait's warm hospitality both on the eclectic patio and in the cozy dining room. His warm, inviting demeanor is matched by his delicious menu. We've yet to find a dish that was anything less than excellent. Our favorite "secret" spot. Merci!
Kid-friendliness: No children allowed.”
Gastropubs • $$$
“A beautiful friendly restaurant with a unique and delicious menu and drinks.”
Seafood • $$
“Really enjoy Lure. Fish, add on the shrimp, with broccoli and brussel sprouts, my go to here. Free parking in the back with a direct entrance from the stairwell.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Korean • $$
“I was visiting California from the East Coast for the first time. I wanted Korean food and this place did not disappoint. You want authentic Korean food who understand how to prepare each dish traditionally then visit here. From well known dishes of Kimbap and Korean chicken to Kimchi Jjigae ramen and Bulgogi rice bowl. The staff are professional and give the best hospitality.”
Beer Gardens • $$
“Hands-down, the greatest pepperoni pizza you can ever have. Full bar, great beer selection, great outdoor seating, what else can you ask for?”
Brewery • $$
“Great option of sitting up on their deck. Double check hours it’s open before you go. W tippers next door you can’t beat the great local vibe to hang out and enjoy the drink and food.”
Restaurants with Delivery
Coffee Shops • $
“I love this little coffee shop! And they serve/sell the best coffee on the planet - Santa Barbara Roasters Espresso blend. Next time I visit, I will have to get the empanadas.”
Thai • $
“The food comes out very fast! I love a good Thai tea. The green curry is fantastic. I thought the pad Thai was just okay, a little too much fish sauce or something. The satay I didn’t like the peanut sauce. And the prices are good too. Affordable, everything $20ish or less. They don’t shy away from the spice, some dishes were super spicy. Definitely coming back for the green curry.”
Gastropubs • $$$
“A beautiful friendly restaurant with a unique and delicious menu and drinks.”
American • $$
“Best place for breakfast and lunch in Ventura. Fresh, homemade, creative take on classic food. Large portions and friendly, warm staff including the owner.”
Thai • $
“Great place! Excellent food!! Fast service! Clean and friendly atmosphere.”
Thai • $
“We have eaten Thai food around the world and within many parts of the US. Never have we experienced such quality food. The presentation was so good and the spicy choice is the only choice to make for those loving true Thai spice. The sauces are so good. For those liking the real Thai flavor you will enjoy both sauces. This is a family owed business and it shows. The food is freshly made so nothing is pre made. The vegetables being used are my favorites like broccoli ,bok choy, egg plant and zucchini. We had the green curry with brown rice. We both left our cameras at home so will return soon to add some photos.”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Very welcoming atmosphere and great variety of sandwiches. Quality fresh ingredients, perfectly balanced. my new go to for delicious sandwiches. Highly recommend”
Vegan • $
“Fantastic variety and creativity on selection. If I lived nearby, I'd love to eat my way through the whole menu. Staff were helpful and friendly, too. Highly recommend! The sushi and fried oreo ice cream tasted so fresh and delicious.”
Cafe • $
“First time coming here and had very good experience. We had avocado toast, kaapicat breakfast and latte. We returned next day and had chicken sandwich, croissant and rose ? latte. Good food good service. Thank you.”
Mexican • $
“I got a birria, tinga, carnitas, and spicy shrimp taco plus a Coca Cola for $16.88. The spicy shrimp was one of the best tacos i've ever had. Can't recommend enough for taste and price.”
Breakfast • $
“Loved that they still serve the old fashion Waffles! Hard to find nowadays. Very tasty too!”
Bubble Tea • $
“Jessica & Kayla were very helpful & patient as I was deciding on what to order. I originally came in hoping they’d have a strawberry matcha latte, & while they did not, they were very helpful & knowledgeable about the other flavors & drink recommendations. Jessica even let me try a little of the Green Thai Tea as it was leftover from an order before me vs it going to waste. She knew that it was one of the drinks I was between so it was thoughtful of her to let me try it. It was very good, & it’ll probably be my order next time I’m back. It’s a longer drive for me, but I think it may be worth the drive for the quality vs other tea shops in the Ventura county area. They used freshly brewed tea made to order for my milk tea vs some places where you see a lot of powders being blended or premade mixes. The boba serving amount was perfect, had enough to last me my entire drink.”
Juice • $
“I can't remember the last time I have been to a place that hit all the marks on overall satisfaction!... Edenic nails it with their atmosphere, prices, and most importantly to me their customer service. Oh and ofcourse can't forget how amazing their smoothies are. Having tried every smoothie on the menu, I can definitely say that if you like all natural and healthy ingredients put into your body, without lacking flavor, then edenic is a must! And this is coming from someone who has tried every smoothie place under the sun. I knew edenic had something special when I was able to get my sugar obsessed , never try anything healthy or new teenage son addicted to their smoothies. Also would love to note that their chicken pesto panini sandwich is by far one of the best sandwiches I've ever had.”
Indian • $$
“Amazing authentic Indian Desi food!! The best Indian food I have had so far in California was from here. The chicken korma was creamy spicy and yummy! Finger licking. The lassi was great. Naan and Thali with tandoori chicken was perfect. The naan bread was freshly made. The chicken was of high quality. They gave us free coupons for the next visit and also complimentary Aloo tiki and dessert. I highly recommend this place. 10 out of 10.”
Barbeque • $$
“Jason from Ruffhouse was fantastic! He catered our wedding in Ventura on 9/21 for about 97 people, and he was incredibly prompt with communication, very easygoing and professional. The food was SO GOOD - the venue we had chosen didn't have a kitchen available, so they brought in all the food freshly prepared and kept it hot. Our guests were raving about it - they especially loved the brisket. My husband is from Texas and I'm from California, so it was extra fun given it's CA-TX bbq. We loved it and highly recommend, thank you, Jason and team!”
Outdoor Dining
Coffee Shops • $
“I love Robelys. The pastries are incredible—French, Italian, Mexican and more. A great variety! But what I like most is the atmosphere—this is where locals go. Its a true taste of Ventura—laid back and kind”
French • $$
“We've enjoyed Parfait's warm hospitality both on the eclectic patio and in the cozy dining room. His warm, inviting demeanor is matched by his delicious menu. We've yet to find a dish that was anything less than excellent. Our favorite "secret" spot. Merci!
Kid-friendliness: No children allowed.”
Seafood • $$
“Really enjoy Lure. Fish, add on the shrimp, with broccoli and brussel sprouts, my go to here. Free parking in the back with a direct entrance from the stairwell.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Excellent latte. Lovely little place off the beaten path”
Beer Gardens • $$
“Hands-down, the greatest pepperoni pizza you can ever have. Full bar, great beer selection, great outdoor seating, what else can you ask for?”
Brewery • $$
“Great option of sitting up on their deck. Double check hours it’s open before you go. W tippers next door you can’t beat the great local vibe to hang out and enjoy the drink and food.”
Indian • $$
“Amazing authentic Indian Desi food!! The best Indian food I have had so far in California was from here. The chicken korma was creamy spicy and yummy! Finger licking. The lassi was great. Naan and Thali with tandoori chicken was perfect. The naan bread was freshly made. The chicken was of high quality. They gave us free coupons for the next visit and also complimentary Aloo tiki and dessert. I highly recommend this place. 10 out of 10.”
Brewpubs • $
“Best milk stout I’ve ever had! We ordered lots of food (sausage/cheese dough balls, pepperoni pizza, Caesar salad, fries, snack plate) and it was all delicious! I also really liked the kombucha!”
Seafood • $$
“Awesome place. Perfect vibe and food. The quintessential California beach experience. This was our first time and we can’t wait to return!”
Hamburger • $
“if I had to choose where to get a good smash burger this would be it. over all of the places I’ve tried a hamburger this place really outdoes itself, when I first came in the atmosphere was relaxing and the music really just made me want to sit down and take it all in, id honestly just eat inside just to listen to the music lol, but as for the food I honestly would make this the #1 hamburger place to visit in california instead of in n out, cause it tasted super good and everything was well balanced and I absolutely loved the sauce they used, my only critique would be maybe making the fries a little bit more crispy and seasoned, but if definitely recommend coming here and eating! totally worth it ?”
Seafood • $$
“Awesome place. Perfect vibe and food. The quintessential California beach experience. This was our first time and we can’t wait to return!”
Wine Bar • $$
“We all loved Paradise Pantry , the food, the presentation, and the service were all fantastic The attached gourmet wine and cheese store is not to be missed. This place is a real gem in Ventura Ca.”
Wine Bar • $$
“Celebrated my 79th last night with Jacki and neighbor Bill. Been a minute since we've visited The Cave. My bad. What a wonderful evening. ALL the food was top tier. The service and ambiance matched or exceeded that high level.
The Food- Bill had Mahi Mahi with a pineapple salsa and asparagus risotto. His plate was so clean I don't think it required washing. Jacki has the beef tournedos. I had her leftovers this a.m. in an omelet. Thumbs up from both of us on this dish. Last night's dinner for me was Chicken Tortilla soup and lamb sliders. So good on both counts. The best part was no dish we had was above $32. Many menu items in the $20-25 range.
Wines are quite reasonable. We shared a bottle of The Prisoner for $55. This very sought after blend is $40-45 in discount wine stores $49 at VONS.
The people - Our evening was made better by our server, Megan who never put a foot wrong all night long. Above and beyond service with personality. Michel, the owner/chef was seen in conversation at most every table including ours. Funny and talented guy. He cares about every plate served and every person seated.
Ambiance - We ate in the the back room. Very stylish and comfortable. Complimented the meal.
It's getting harder and harder to get find truly fine dining at this price point. Reward yourself, go see Michel, Megan and the crew at The Cave. You'll be impressed.”
Online Reservation Available
“We randomly stopped by the juice shop to try it and the service was great, the staff were welcoming especially Adrianna she was extremely helpful and knew the answers to all of our questions. 10/10 recommend. We got the dirty monkey smoothie and the Santa Barbara juice both were amazing and fresh. We will definitely be coming back!”
Lebanese • $
“Stopped in for lunch today and wanted to say how delicious this food was. We had a vegetarian plate and kafta wrap. Both were incredible. There was so much flavor and everything tasted so fresh. Service was quick and friendly. I can't wait to go back.”
Mexican • $
“Awesome little discovery. The food and salsas are delicious. They made me a custom breakfast burrito with Chile Rellano. It was so good.”
Chinese • $
“Spicy wontons and beef in green onion pancake were great! Xiaolongbao was okay, but still enjoyed it. Green beans were good but not fried to the same dryness as what I’m used to. Overall had a delicious time here, great service!”
Thai • $
“Great service and even better food was served very quickly, the food was delicious and everything looked picture perfect.
Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap parking right next to the back entrance for wheelchair accommodation”
Chinese • $
“Excellent food, amazing service and affordable. We will be back!”
Chinese • $$
“The atmosphere was great. From the moment we walked in, the entire staff was welcoming and glad we were here. The selection was great. The pricing is great. The food and drinks came quickly. We will absolutely return. Thank you for the great service”
Vietnamese • $
“Well...first timers club here, I was immediately impressed with the veggie menu, I am not sure who the cook is but.. WoW! If you are looking for high quality, it is here. They do serve beer, wine and Sake as well if you are into that sort of thing.”
American • $$
“This restaurant offers a fantastic dining experience with its great atmosphere and very good service. The staff is attentive and friendly, making you feel right at home. The highlight, however, is the fantastic beer selection – a true delight for any beer enthusiast. Highly recommended for a memorable evening out!”
American • $$$
“We had a birthday day dinner for my daughter...They were gracious enough to accommodate two surprise guest and seat our table of 10. The service was great, the food was delicious and we enjoyed ourselves. Lots to choose from on the menu! Highly recommend!”
Chinese • $
“love, love, love their food one of the best. original, so delicious❤”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“Watch a Mixologist create a drink of your choice and savor the flavor or order your usual. I tried one of the grilled vegan sandwiches. The Game Changer, I believe, is the name of it. It was delicious! Chill vibe even when busy.”
Sushi • $$
“Hands down BEST sushi in Ventura! We come here at least once a week. Highly recommend parking along the street, catching sunset on the beach, then coming here for dinner. Although everything I’ve ordered here has been excellent, my very favorites are the Avocado Bomb (the best I’ve ever had) and the Sushi House Roll. The staff are always very welcoming, friendly, and attentive.”
24 Hour Restaurants
American • $
“Thank you Samantha for a nice early dinner tonight 10/7/22 You did a great job considering you could have been issued a bus person to help . Wasn’t thrilled to hear the manager lady reprimand you in the middle of your shift as that can throw anyone off . All in all beautiful young lady giving her all so thank you ?”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Thank you for a great experience once again at Subway!
I got some chocolate chip cookies and they tasted so amazing!
The restaurant was kept clean, all the products were fresh and ready to roll between those delicious sandwiches and the staff was kindhearted and nice!
God Bless!
With Love,
Joanna”
Fast Food • $
“Me and my wife go there at night and there's two young people that are super nice and it always going above and beyond was the Asian girl that's super super nice and very helpful in another gentleman that's young hispanic that are very nice they're both go above and beyond”
Fast Food • $
“Jack in the Box is one of my favorite spots to go when i want to go on a cheat meal or when I have to feed others. This jack has the bathroom cleaned excellently, and the service was great from the staff. The staff didn’t seem to stress at all; they looked like they had everything under control. the food was great, and the dine inwas clean. definitely coming back to this jack
Parking: plenty of parking spots and plenty of parking for handicaps”
Fast Food • $
“Love going to jack in the box Great food and drinks and always amazing beautiful girls”
Fast Food • $
“It seems as though going through the drive thru is no longer an option at any fast food establishment. Your order will undoubtedly be wrong and cold. Dining in isn't a good experience, but it's the only way to ensure some degree of food quality. Shameful ”
Fast Food • $
“This is a busy place, so if you're in a rush for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, do not go at peak hours.. If you used the app, I would pick it up in the drive through that's the quickest way. Other than walking inside. Even then, you will wait. Be kind to these workers..
Parking: Big parking lot for trailers..”
Breakfast • $$
“Ventura is filled with God breakfast restaurants, but this place is the OG of great breakfast. I've been coming here about 40 years, and never disappoints. Complimentary Swedish pancake is a great touch. Plus, Pepper plant on the table - nobody else does this. Don't know what it is? You don't know what you're missing.”
Greek • $$
“Super fun. We had a great group dinner. The food was great and so were the staff.”
Takeout Restaurants
Cafe • $
“We started our honeymoon off by having breakfast here, and we were so glad we found this place, because everything all the way down to the preserves was made homemade. Nothing compares to homemade.”
Bakery • $
“This is a great place for a celebratory sugar rush!
Parking: Panda Express is very close and there is parking around the whole area.
Kid-friendliness: It’s a fun store for people of all ages!”
Mexican • $
“If I could give this place 6 stars I would! This is my go to taco shop in Ventura. My only complaint is they're closed on Mondays and I almost always crave them that day. Other then the tacos they've got many other delicious dishes to choose from including menudo on the weekends in the morning. I highly recommend the pastor tacos! Family run and the service is always spot on. I like that if you go there often enough they're most likely going to start remembering you and what you order and those places are hard to find anymore.
Parking: Always easy to find a parking spot right in front or across the way”
Vietnamese • $
“Family owned and operated, dine out but delicious. Normally, I get the lemon grass beef bahn-mi. The bread eventually soaks up the juices as you eat the beef and veggies. They don't skip on the chilies for that nice mild-med burn. Not hot by any chili-head, but enough to open the taste buds. I could see some people having issues, but the heat doesn't hang for long. With the rave reviews, they started to clean up the interior after the pandemic. Dropping the partition and going digital display.”
Barbeque • $$
“Jason from Ruffhouse was fantastic! He catered our wedding in Ventura on 9/21 for about 97 people, and he was incredibly prompt with communication, very easygoing and professional. The food was SO GOOD - the venue we had chosen didn't have a kitchen available, so they brought in all the food freshly prepared and kept it hot. Our guests were raving about it - they especially loved the brisket. My husband is from Texas and I'm from California, so it was extra fun given it's CA-TX bbq. We loved it and highly recommend, thank you, Jason and team!”
Wine Bar • $$
“We all loved Paradise Pantry , the food, the presentation, and the service were all fantastic The attached gourmet wine and cheese store is not to be missed. This place is a real gem in Ventura Ca.”
Bakery • $
“The scones are amazing and they have gluten free options that are fabulous! Please go visit them.”
Mexican • $
“This is the REAL DEAL... SIMPLY the BEST and the TASTIEST. As far as Im concerned... THEY HAVE BEAT THE COMPETITION!”
Wine Bar • $$
“Celebrated my 79th last night with Jacki and neighbor Bill. Been a minute since we've visited The Cave. My bad. What a wonderful evening. ALL the food was top tier. The service and ambiance matched or exceeded that high level.
The Food- Bill had Mahi Mahi with a pineapple salsa and asparagus risotto. His plate was so clean I don't think it required washing. Jacki has the beef tournedos. I had her leftovers this a.m. in an omelet. Thumbs up from both of us on this dish. Last night's dinner for me was Chicken Tortilla soup and lamb sliders. So good on both counts. The best part was no dish we had was above $32. Many menu items in the $20-25 range.
Wines are quite reasonable. We shared a bottle of The Prisoner for $55. This very sought after blend is $40-45 in discount wine stores $49 at VONS.
The people - Our evening was made better by our server, Megan who never put a foot wrong all night long. Above and beyond service with personality. Michel, the owner/chef was seen in conversation at most every table including ours. Funny and talented guy. He cares about every plate served and every person seated.
Ambiance - We ate in the the back room. Very stylish and comfortable. Complimented the meal.
It's getting harder and harder to get find truly fine dining at this price point. Reward yourself, go see Michel, Megan and the crew at The Cave. You'll be impressed.”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“Avocado ice cream is ducking amazing! And all the ice cream is amazing!”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“service and flavors were the best! so glad we made the special trip up the coast from L.A. to give it a try!”
Seafood • $$
“I come here frequently-since 1989 actually at the SB location, generally always good but service can be spotty-mostly due to its popularity an difficulty getting in-still the calamari,fish n chips and the awesome cioppino always brings me back.I forgot clamp chowder and bread also”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Hamburger • $
“I live in Branson,MO but when I come to CA. I have to eat there as much as possible.”
Brewery • $$
“My husband and I had the best time here! We just moved here and Ellie was super kind and gave us lots of recommendations in the area, which was appreciated. Great vibe”
Italian • $
“Local small chain of restaurants. FOOD is good ? Prices are fair. friendly staff. Very clean. For my family it is the go to restaurant.When we can't decide where to eat. They have a lunch special that is a good deal.
Parking: Parking is ok. Located in medium sized strip mall
Kid-friendliness: Low key kids ok”
Tacos • $
“The employees here are extremely nice and everything I’ve had here has been delicious! Not to mention the seating area inside is really cute. Definitely go for the pastor tacos or the burritos. Most of the negative reviews seem to be about the corn burritos so maybe just skip that one? Either way, I’ll definitely be coming back for the friendly service and good food!”
Fast Food • $
“Customer service was awesome. Friendly staff and everything was done in a quick timely manner. Food was delicious and although there was a customer who was causing problems the staff was able to handle it in a professional manner.”
Hot Dogs • $
“This famous hotdog place is really good. They going here for years. The new manager Daniel has really made it clean in here, with great quality food and has great service. Will be back.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Wow Hit me with your Best shot I haven't had Starbucks in almost 2 months I had just a regular coffee with extra creamy milk and one little thing of sugar and man that cleaned me out and jumped me and I had to go do a deposition and I was like jumping up and down and wiggling and I couldn't even hold still yeah it was good coffee”
Tex-Mex • $
“First thing I always look at by default are the line cooks. I notice they washed their hands and put on clean gloves as I came in. It was really refreshing to see. I ordered their #13-Cantina Chicken Quesadilla. And nacho fries which are my go too!! Everything is super hot temperature wise. This is how a Taco Bell should taste like. My 2nd time this week! Thank yall!”
Coffee Shops • $
“We love this Starbucks so much. The general manager is so sweet. The whole staff is nice and works so hard. We wouldn't have gotten thru these 5 months without all of you. Ryan always has the best sense of humor. Rocky is so genuine. And Priscilla and Jacky have turned into such good friends of ours. Jose has always made us feel so welcomed. We are so grateful for all of you. The general manager should know your staff both morning and night are one of a kind. They bust their butt's and definitely deserve raises. We love you guys and miss you.
Kid-friendliness: All staff is great with children they love children there”
Hamburger • $
“I travel every year for 90 days at a time.
I sure miss Tommy's Burger the whole time.
My suggestion is to expand your locations all across the US.
Why not sell franchise's,
So I can get these Great Cheese Burgers in every state of the USA.
Everyone that visits me from out of the LA area,
I make it a point to introduce them to Tommy's Burgers and everyone falls in love with them.
And they all insist that they stop by Tommy's Burgers for a final Double Cheeseburger, before the fly out of town.”
Seafood • $$
“We stopped there for lunch. We made reservations as recommended but not sure if it was necessary because there was nobody else there when we got there just before noon but filled up after 12:30.
The atmosphere was wonderful sitting on a warm day in the patio. The server was very attentive to our needs.
This is a place dedicated to SLOW FOOD. Allow at least 1 hour for lunch, at least 1.5 hours if you are having a dessert.
Food was extremely well prepared and you can taste the difference in quality and careful preparation. BTW, the crab cakes are the more spiced variety.
We REALLY enjoyed the Bread Pudding which is served with freshly prepared Caramel Sauce.”
Wine Bar • $$
“I went for a work event. Very well done and the wine was superb.
Staff was friendly and very professional. I also had the opportunity to meet one of the owners, Gillian, who was very gracious.
I strongly recommend you try this place for wine tasting or consider for any event.”
Bar • $$
“Great food the Bangers and mashers were delicious!!”
Cheap Eats
Pizza • $
“Stellar pizza that leaves you thinking of it even months after. The owner seems super nice and I love the general vibes inside
Vegetarian options: Vegan cheese and other substitutes available”
Coffee Shops • $
“Really good coffee, it actually tastes the way it’s supposed to. I just stumbled upon this coffee shop and I am hooked, I will definitely make this one of my frequent coffee stops on my weekends!100% percent recommend.”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“Delicious ice creams, lots of flavors, old ice cream shoppe feel.”
Mexican • $
“We had chicken mole enchiladas which were fantastic! The carne asada street tacos were also excellent as was the pozole and horchata. We’ll definitely be going back!”
Mediterranean • $
“This place is delicious! Stopped in today for a quick bite and I’m already thinking about my next visit!”
Mexican • $
“I recommend visiting this establishment, although there might be a slight wait and occasional interruptions due to phone calls. The food quality is excellent. Please note Maggie's is a walk-up window ordering restaurant with no outdoor seating available.”
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
“What a great yogurt shop. I'm not a local, but always come here when I'm in town. New flavors and toppings year after year combined with friendly staff. It's a go-to in Ventura, for sure!
Small is actually pretty big fyi...”
Brewery • $
“Great Night with Good people! Food Truck with Great selection and Live music!”
Mexican • $
“Delicious food Great service Warm chips a d perfect fountain drinks!!!”
Mexican • $
“An excellent set of choices for delicious food. Highly desirable Mole, great chips, particularly when warm. The salsa is flavorful with a bit of heat.The interior decor is dark so you miss seeing some of the custom engraved booths and other ornamentation. The wait staff checked on us regularly but had some distractions, nonetheless respectable service.I think all it really needs is better lighting, and a more familial wait staff, and then they'd hit it out of the ballpark. Will certainly return in future.”
Mediterranean • $
“I have to say this place is an amazing find and treasure. My husband was stationed in Greece for two years and while he was there we travelled to visit. While there we had some amazing food and oh boy do we miss it. Nothing compares to authentic Greek Cuisine and this place has it. From the Gyro to the bakery items, this place made me feel like I was back in Greece. I definitely recommend trying it out and falling in love. We will be forever customers ❤️”
Cafe • $
“The busy bee café is a place to go eat you could eat indoor or outdoor. They wait on you as soon as you get in they are so nice it’s clean services top-of-the-line, and the food is more than top-of-the-line. Great food come in and get it I live in Santa Barbara and I go to eat there each time, I’m there in Ventura.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Excellent Coffee and Pastries. I highly recommend the Focaccia Bread.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Ridiculously charming cafe with a delicious coconut latte.
Kid-friendliness: Pedestrian only all around makes this a great spot for all humans not just kids.”
Brewery • $$
“My vote, hands down, for best microbrewery in the area. Always rotating a great variety of beers, and I haven't had a better IPA anywhere between the Bay area and another of my favorites in El Segundo.”
Mexican • $$
“Great place for indoor and outdoor dining. Food is fresh and the service is excellent.
Kid-friendliness: Plenty of room and don’t have to worry about bumping into other customers.
Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access in and out.”
Wine Bar • $$
“Well curated selection of interesting wine (and beer) plus yummy snacks that pair well with the food. You get the feeling that they care about your experience and are really thinking about what they are offering. This is exactly what we need in mid-town.”
Sushi • $$
“Just tried this sushi spot near the beach. It’s great! The food is high quality, the service is great, it comes out relatively fast. I can’t help but think that their prices are a little too high, particularly bc of the location which is a parking lot basically you expect it to be cheap and it’s not. While price will prevent me from coming back too often, I do hope to return here soon. Recommend trying this spot if you haven’t and you’re in the area. I personally recommend their Katsu and the yellowtail basic roll. They also do a good hot scallop roll thing.”
Japanese • $$
“So good! Flavors are amazing! Staff is awesome! Great atmosphere !”
Seafood • $$
“Despite the name they offer a variety of sea food. Mostly shell fish, but there are fried fish options. You have your choice of sauce. I thought the clam chowder was runny but good still. I also had fried cod and Cajun fries. The Cajun fries were not spicy but my standards. The dining area is very roomy.”
Mediterranean • $$
“Friendly faces everywhere I looked, I felt genuinely welcomed and not to mention the good and high quality food for decent price. The lady Leti who took my order was especially super nice even though I asked a bunch of questions abt the entire menu.”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“Stopped for a quick snack and drinks on a Saturday night. Was quickly seated and served. Appreciate how fast the food was brought out and drinks were 10/10. Love the ambiance.”
Brewery • $$
“My husband and I had the best time here! We just moved here and Ellie was super kind and gave us lots of recommendations in the area, which was appreciated. Great vibe”
Sushi • $$$
“This place has incredible food, service, atmosphere, and people. Make sure to arrive early (as close to 5pm as possible) as they sell out fast. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, and sitting at the bar is so fun!”
American • $$
“My first time experience staying here is amazing. The people whom staying here are very friendly, So beautiful seeing the ocean the sound of the waves and its very peaceful in night time the best sound ever! It Clears your mind of whatever your going through. Need that get away here it is.”
Mexican • $$
“Green pablano rice is AMAZING! I highly recommend anything on the menu. Even the horchata stands out for its quality.I am eager to become a weekly regular here ...and I am frugal as hell when it comes to going out to eat haha.”
Chinese • $$
“The atmosphere was great. From the moment we walked in, the entire staff was welcoming and glad we were here. The selection was great. The pricing is great. The food and drinks came quickly. We will absolutely return. Thank you for the great service”
Brewery • $$
“This is the best brewery in Southern California by far , the beer is extremely high quality, they even have gluten free options. The place is clean , beautiful and cozy with extremely clean restrooms which is a huge plus. Amazing and friendly bartenders and staff . My new favorite spot in Ventura ???? oh and they even have pinball ??”
American • $$
“This restaurant offers a fantastic dining experience with its great atmosphere and very good service. The staff is attentive and friendly, making you feel right at home. The highlight, however, is the fantastic beer selection – a true delight for any beer enthusiast. Highly recommended for a memorable evening out!”
Pizza • $$
“Kid-friendliness: Took my kids to eat for lunch had it was great the food was the best I had in a long while since I don’t eat pizza much but this pizza was delicious thanks for the service you guys provided for me and my family”
French • $$
“The food was spectacular, the service outstanding. We sat on their dog friendly patio, they were so accomodating.. we can't wait to go back our new favorite place”
American • $$$
“We had a birthday day dinner for my daughter...They were gracious enough to accommodate two surprise guest and seat our table of 10. The service was great, the food was delicious and we enjoyed ourselves. Lots to choose from on the menu! Highly recommend!”
Japanese • $$
“Bonzai Marina Sushi: A Tempura Triumph
Bonzai Marina Sushi offers a delightful dining experience in Ventura. While I haven't explored the full breadth of their menu, one dish undeniably shines: the tempura. The batter is light and crispy, and the seafood is cooked to perfection. It's a testament to the kitchen's skill and attention to detail.
The restaurant boasts a pleasant atmosphere, making it a suitable spot for both casual gatherings and special occasions. While the tempura stole the show for me, I'm eager to return and sample more of their offerings.”
Seafood • $$
“Ordered the clam chowder in the bread bowl, the 2 piece Alaskan Halibut filets and the scallops & chips plate. The clam chowder was phenomenal. The fried scallops are to die for. Crispy on the outside and scallopy goodness in the middle. They melt in your mouth. NOT greasy at all. Ended up bringing half of the scallops & chips plus the filets home. Eyes were bigger than my stomach as they say and portions are pretty big.... I suggest you arrive early. We arrived at 11am. Parking became tough after 12 noon. When we walked out a few hours later, parking lot was packed. Not one spot available.”
Pizza • $$
“The food was absolutely delicious but the young lady named Evelin, that took our order was rude and extremely condescending to me upon ordering two one trip small salads. She asked I wanted large salads and I said no just two of the small ones since were getting pizza. And she said so two of the side salads ... I call them by how they are named. I replied and said sorry I didn't call them by the right name, I want two of the side salads. Evelin not only used a sarcastic tone of voice but also rolled her eyes at me. We continued our order and paid leaving her no tip. Evidentially she wasn't smart enough to put two and two together that I wanted two of the smaller sized salads. Rude for absolutely no reason other than to be rude. Even the co-worker on the next register over noticed her attitude towards me.”
Italian • $$
“BEST chicken Marsala i have EVER had. It's even better than my own. Its amazing, I'll never go through the hassel of making it myself again, I'll just buy there's, it's that good.”
Sushi • $$
“Just had the Volcano, OUTSTANDING!!! Servers were so awesome to me. Every time I eat here I'm amazed out how delicious the food is. Need to try more each time. THANK YOU GUYS!!!”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“It's good live music I love live bands so it's good crowd nice and friendly people it was fun
Parking: It's more like a night club but nice and friendly people, old crowd which I rather be in”
Juice • $$
“Got the 800LB Gorilla smoothie. Pretty good just a little thick. Only problem is that the straws are pretty weak. Split into 4 almost immediately. Will come back again.”
Cideries • $$
“Nice to be back!! Fun place!! Need our dancing though!! Sour Apple cider!!!!!!”
Sports Bar • $$
“What can you say about this place? There is no better Sports Restaurant around. Great food, people, and sports.”
Barbecue • $$
“It’s always a favorite. Beautiful classy interior and exterior. The best food and drinks are the best.”
Chinese • $$
“The food is delicious and Vivian is a special friend. It’s always good to go there!”
Mexican • $$
“My wife and I were visiting family in Ventura and they took us to this restaurant for dinner. We live in Michigan and we do have Mexican restaurants, but none of them serve Mexican food as good as this place. Everything we had here was great. The staff are very friendly and helpful, some don’t speak English but they will find someone who does speak English to answer any questions. They brought some nachos and salsa to the table as soon as we were seated. My wife asked them if they had any hotter salsa and they brought a third salsa out that looked like a nacho cheese dip. My wife was eating it and really enjoying it because she said it was actually HOT. One of our family members came in after work and sat down and took a big amount of the hot salsa onto a chip and ate it. His face lit up like he was going to explode and he started chugging water. He said he thought that was a cheese dip and said that’s the hottest salsa he ever had. We ordered House Margarita’s, Taquitos, Street Tacos, Organic Lentil Soup and Enchiladas Suizas and everything was excellent. I highly recommend this place and would eat here again and try something else on their menu the next time we are in Ventura.
None of us had a single complaint about this place.
Just a friendly warning that if you ask for a hotter salsa, they will give you the hottest salsa you have probably ever had.”
Steak House • $$$
“We had a great dinner at Prime for my birthday. We love the food & service. The only issue we had is we were charged $6 for club soda! I honestly feel this is way too much to charge a customer. We also sat at the table in front of the fireplace, it was raining & windy out, but the exit area in the patio where we were seated was the only area not covered from the cooler weather & the heater was broken. Luckily the fireplace kept a few of us warm but everyone else was cold. We would've moved but we were a party of 6 & had already ordered drinks and apps. & didn't want to get up and move.”
Seafood • $$
“I love going to this place. I enjoy the food and eating it with my hands and not worrying about making a mess and cleaning up afterwards. Their seafood is always fresh and top quality. and their seasonings are on point. The servers are courteous and very efficient and very prompt. We got our food just a few minutes after ordering. Cost is fair and at current market prices.”
Bar • $$
“This is our FAV spot in Ventura. Super chill vibe with kool folks hanging out...Bartender Gabby is so Awesome and pours a great drink ?...... looking forward to heading back there soon.....Will add pics on next ”
Italian • $$
“What a wonderful find on Seward Avenue in Ventura. If you want the real deal Italian cuisine, this is your place. Our fabulous waitress was friendly, knowledgeable and fantastic at explaining everything. Highly recommend and we will be back for sure.”
Sports Bar • $$
“They have best Brussel sprouts in Ventura and we try a lot of brussels sprouts. Their margaritas are excellent as well especially the cucumber jalapeño Margie.”
Brewpubs • $$
“Great beer and what is probably my number two favorite Smashburger at a brewery. Trust me when I tell you it’s a high watermark. Staff is friendly and very helpful.”
Seafood • $$$
“Stopped by for drinks and had a wonderful time.
The bartender was very friendly and made a delicious strawberry mule.
I’ll be back to explore their happy hour specials.”
Mexican • $$
“Always a treat when I'm in that part of Ventura. I had some corn burritos & a Carne asada burrito and they were excellent as always! The owner is super friendly. He says they've been there 50 years now! I love supporting small businesses like this one. I'll definitely be back again, hopefully they're still hanging on.”
Mexican • $$
“This is the place you want to come for big portions, big margaritas and really really good time. Always love dancing on the third story and not only is the food here amazing but the prices and portions match! I would 100% recommend!”
Sushi • $$
“Maria was our adorable server. She was great and answered all our questions.
My date is vegan. He asked a bunch of questions.
Our food was out quickly, looked beautiful and tasted fantastic.”
Steak House • $$
“This restaurant NEVER fails to give a diner great food cooked to your specifications, wonderful service, abundant drinks and a private, grand and relaxed dining experience! It's the gem of the neighborhood and the best in the area!”
Latest Reviews
Restaurant • $$
“We all loved Paradise Pantry , the food, the presentation, and the service were all fantastic The attached gourmet wine and cheese store is not to be missed. This place is a real gem in Ventura Ca.”
American • $
“Spendy, but isn’t everything these days? Favorites are the breakfast burritos (huge!) and the chicken fried steak. Beautiful view, friendly staff. Linger a little in the parking lot and soon you will see the Great Blue Heron and white heron activity in the eucalyptus grove across the way. That’s worth a few of those dollars right there - what a treat!”
Indian • $$
“Amazing authentic Indian Desi food!! The best Indian food I have had so far in California was from here. The chicken korma was creamy spicy and yummy! Finger licking. The lassi was great. Naan and Thali with tandoori chicken was perfect. The naan bread was freshly made. The chicken was of high quality. They gave us free coupons for the next visit and also complimentary Aloo tiki and dessert. I highly recommend this place. 10 out of 10.”
Mexican • $
“This is the REAL DEAL... SIMPLY the BEST and the TASTIEST. As far as Im concerned... THEY HAVE BEAT THE COMPETITION!”
Tacos • $
“These guys really give great customer service, a little hidden gem right by the beach. Gotta try the tacos, gotta try everything... yeshua was great , good vibes for my Saturday, what a delight to have such great service.”
American • $
“Thank you Samantha for a nice early dinner tonight 10/7/22 You did a great job considering you could have been issued a bus person to help . Wasn’t thrilled to hear the manager lady reprimand you in the middle of your shift as that can throw anyone off . All in all beautiful young lady giving her all so thank you ?”
Restaurant • $
“These tacos are simply the best!! I've been their customer since 2018 and am looking forward to many more years.”
Restaurant • $
“Great place! Excellent food!! Fast service! Clean and friendly atmosphere.”
Restaurant • $$
“When Ventura first opened up my wife and I ordered meals to go unfortunately things were a little shaky at the time and the meals were short certain items and some things were correct. After calling Ventura and talking to the manager they agreed that next time we come in the meals would be on them. Well as time goes along some things get lost and today the wife found the receipt and called up the restaurant and talk to the manager his name is Nicholas. Well he did a great job he not only provided the meals for us but he was Very very cordial about it and thoroughly understanding he did a great job he made a lifetime customer with my wife and I and I appreciate his hard work and the good food that comes out of this restaurant thank you”
Mexican • $
“OMG the food is amazing!!! I've tried shrimp tacos, shrimp burritos, enchiladas and more and nothing has disappointed me! Everything is so good!!!!!!! If you're thinking of ordering from here DO IT!”
Cafe • $
“Came here on a recommendation from a friend. Wow! I had the pesto veggie sandwich w fries. Kevin had the Italian w Onion rings. The sandwiches are HUGE! The veggie sandwich had spinach, avocado, cheese, cucumber, tomato and spinach pesto. Sooo good! If you are in Ventura or coming up for a visit you must go Here!”
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Coffee Shops • $
“I love Robelys. The pastries are incredible—French, Italian, Mexican and more. A great variety! But what I like most is the atmosphere—this is where locals go. Its a true taste of Ventura—laid back and kind”
Cafe • $
“We started our honeymoon off by having breakfast here, and we were so glad we found this place, because everything all the way down to the preserves was made homemade. Nothing compares to homemade.”
Hamburger • $
“I live in Branson,MO but when I come to CA. I have to eat there as much as possible.”
Family • $
“One word, Mimosas! Owned by the same family that owns LoRu's at the Camarillo Outlets. Good food and good service. The (chorizo) breakfast tacos were very good.”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“service and flavors were the best! so glad we made the special trip up the coast from L.A. to give it a try!”
Bakery • $
“This is a great place for a celebratory sugar rush!
Parking: Panda Express is very close and there is parking around the whole area.
Kid-friendliness: It’s a fun store for people of all ages!”
Vietnamese • $
“The Pho is enough for 2 people and it's delicious! We have had both the chicken and the Wagu beef. Also, the rice plates with fried rice and either Wagu beef or spicy pork is really good. We get one of each (Pho and rice plate) and share. We are quite full and satisfied when we finish! And the prices are very reasonable.”
American • $
“Thank you Samantha for a nice early dinner tonight 10/7/22 You did a great job considering you could have been issued a bus person to help . Wasn’t thrilled to hear the manager lady reprimand you in the middle of your shift as that can throw anyone off . All in all beautiful young lady giving her all so thank you ?”
Tacos • $
“The ahi taco might be the best I’ve ever had. It really reminds me of a spicy tuna roll. It’s not too spicy, but just enough flavor to add a kick. Salmon taco was alright, but left me wanting another tuna taco instead.
Vegetarian options: There is a potato taco and elote fries”
Sandwich Shop • $
“Very welcoming atmosphere and great variety of sandwiches. Quality fresh ingredients, perfectly balanced. my new go to for delicious sandwiches. Highly recommend”
Vegan • $
“Fantastic variety and creativity on selection. If I lived nearby, I'd love to eat my way through the whole menu. Staff were helpful and friendly, too. Highly recommend! The sushi and fried oreo ice cream tasted so fresh and delicious.”
Seafood • $
“I make this stop every time I head through Ventura on the 101. The tacos are fantastic and the cheesy hardshells truly make the experience. I also love their cheescurds, which are fun thing to find outside the Midwest. Do your self a favor and order from the road if you want to save time. The staff are friendly, but orders consistently come up slowly and this place is popular so eating outside at a counter is the most likely dining scenario. If I had one actual critique, it is that they package everything to death in clear plastic shells. The amount of trash generated by a single order is troubling.”
Thai • $
“The food comes out very fast! I love a good Thai tea. The green curry is fantastic. I thought the pad Thai was just okay, a little too much fish sauce or something. The satay I didn’t like the peanut sauce. And the prices are good too. Affordable, everything $20ish or less. They don’t shy away from the spice, some dishes were super spicy. Definitely coming back for the green curry.”
“Best place for breakfast and lunch in Ventura. Fresh, homemade, creative take on classic food. Large portions and friendly, warm staff including the owner.”