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Ventura's Must-Try Restaurants

Curated byVentura Coastal Group11 cardsUpdated Sep 2026
Local favorites serving everything from casual seafood to elevated California cuisine.
Andria's Seafood Restaurant
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Andria's Seafood Restaurant

We are Andria's Seafood Restaurant, located in the Ventura Harbor, Ventura, CA. We're known for our hand battered fish & chip and the freshest, best seafood available in the world.

Café Zack in Ventura CA
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Café Zack in Ventura CA

Café Zack offers a unique dining experience with California Continental Cuisine, crafted using the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Enjoy a menu designed with care, ensuring each dish is a delightful experience for every guest.

RUMFISH Y VINO - Ventura, CA
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RUMFISH Y VINO - Ventura, CA

Visit Rumfish y Vino in downtown Ventura for a unique dining experience. Enjoy a variety of delicious dishes and drinks in a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for lunch or dinner.

The Cave Ventura - Ventura's Premier Wine Experience
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The Cave Ventura - Ventura's Premier Wine Experience

Taste, Sip, Shop Restaurant, Wine Shop, Wine Club & Catering. The Cave Restaurant is open Tuesday thru Thursday between 12-9pm, Friday and Saturday 12-10pm, featuring 40 wines on Enomatic machines for your tasting pleasure.

Lure Fish House
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Lure Fish House

Lure Fish House in Ventura offers sustainable and local seafood, featuring organic ingredients and artisan cocktails. Enjoy a stylish and airy dining experience while savoring fresh dishes prepared with care.

Spencer Makenzie's Fish Company | Home of the World Famous Fish Taco
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Spencer Makenzie's Fish Company | Home of the World Famous Fish Taco

Spencer Makenzie's Fish Company on E Thompson. Started as a fairground concession trailer in 2007 and grew into the fish taco people drive in for. Counter service, patio seating, blocks from the beach.

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Social Tap at 1105 S Seaward. Scratch kitchen with more than 24 craft beers on tap and a patio that catches the beach traffic. The default neighborhood gathering spot for Pierpont.

Home | Jolly Oyster | Outstanding Quality Shellfish
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Home | Jolly Oyster | Outstanding Quality Shellfish

The Jolly Oyster, a family shellfish farm serving Kumamoto and Pacific oysters raw from a cart at San Buenaventura State Beach. You shuck them yourself at picnic tables on the sand.

Ventura Restaurants for Every Taste, Style, and Cuisine
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Ventura Restaurants for Every Taste, Style, and Cuisine

Visit Ventura's full restaurant directory, sortable by cuisine and style. The broadest single reference for anyone working out where to eat across the city.

15 Best Places To Eat In Ventura, California
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15 Best Places To Eat In Ventura, California

A local writer's 15 best places to eat in Ventura. Useful counterweight to the tourist lists because it favors places residents actually repeat.

12 Ventura Seafood Restaurants Serving Ocean-to-Table Perfection
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12 Ventura Seafood Restaurants Serving Ocean-to-Table Perfection

Twelve Ventura seafood restaurants covered in depth, from pier dining to harbor spots. Good for buyers who want to know what ocean-to-table access actually looks like day to day.