The food did NOT disappoint. Top tier fish and chips. Fish tacos. Prawn tacos. Artichoke dip. Allll great! My family and I stopped at Boatyard Pub after a long day at the beach. We came in with a huge appetite and we left satisfied. Everyone loved their orders including their drinks. The service was prompt and we were served quickly. The food was served hot and fresh. Will definitely return here! read more

Stopped by here for the first time this weekend with my dog. It's by Ventura harbor, so a cute little area to walk around, pretty view, dog friendly of course. Parking: Paid lot, $1/hour for a max of 4 hours and then I think it was $10 for the day. Scan the QR code in the parking lot and pay on your phone. Seating: They have 2 patios (front and back) which are both dog friendly. We sat on the front patio which is fully enclosed and had the host not referred to it as a patio, I would have assumed it was just part of the indoor restaurant at a glance. Dog Friendly: My biggest gripe with this place and the reason I will not return is while they allow dogs, they require them to be stuck under the table, against the wall. Basically out of sight like some kind of vampire gremlin that can't see the sun. Their tables are not set up to have a whole dog underneath, especially if you have 2 or more people at the table. There is not enough room for feet, the dog, dog's water, and dog's food. What made this even more annoying is, 1) it wasn't busy on the front patio at all, and 2) the table diagonal from us had a toddler rolling around on the floor in the center of the walkway. Service: The host was very nice and friendly. Our server was polite but seemed to have the personality of a napkin. He hovered for the drink order, quickly returned for a food order, and right after ordering an appetizer, immediately returned to see if we wanted anything else. Already annoyed with the dog situation, I told him no (which was not the original plan). He snatched up the menus and couldn't be found until he brought the check. Food: I had the $20 medium crab dip appetizer which was okay, nothing memorable but nothing bad. The star was my dog's Surf N Turf dish with angus beef, wild cod, rice, and veggies for $13. I thought the price for hers was reasonable based on the quantity. They had several other options on the dog menu as well. One other thing to note, they call their fries "freedom fries" - maybe another reason not to return, if I needed one. read more

Oh holy cow! I came for 2 orders of clam chowder $30!!! ‍ Definitely not worth it! While the soup base was so yummy...the clams were inedible! Chewy like rubber bands! Check out my picture... Sorry Boatyard! You guys failed miserably here! read more

Boatyard Pub - The clams were inedible! Had to spit every bite out! - Bars Near Me - Ventura, California

The service was excellent and the food was good. Nothing really jumped out at you. We had fish and chips. They were the signature dish here. They were ok. The clam chowder was their other hitter. It was ok. Most things were ok. The fried shrimp were the best thing but nothing special. Really the price to value proposition hurts this place. It was ok but the prices demand excellent. It's an ok place. read more

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Wow! Where has this restaurant been hiding from us? Without plans, we decided to enjoy breakfast at the Boatyard Pub with a group of 11 and a dog! They were so accommodating! The menu has a great selection of breakfast favorites. I had the Brioche French toast which was delicious. The service was on point and we had a great time! Make sure to stop by when you're in the Ventura Harbor! read more

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3 years later and boatyard pub is still one of my fave places to grab a drank and apps when the sun is out and the fresh air is coming in through their patio. We ordered : Cup of clam chowder always hits the spot for me here. When I feel like splurging I'll have it in their bread bowl. 5/5 Calamari was cut and battered light just the way I like it but it was a bit on the greasy side like others had mentioned. Nothing that would stop me from ordering again though. 4/5 Ganja roll was not it for me. It sounds like a sushi roll but definitely is nothing like sushi. It's tuna, rolled with shiso leaf and tempura battered them fried. It was very bland on its own but a little better when double dipped in their sesame fire sauce and ginger ponzu . 3/5 Spinnaker's hot crab dip was so creamy and delicious on its own but then I topped it with a side of their coleslaw (the one that comes with their fish n chips and not their Asian coleslaw) and it was even better! Don't knock it till you try it .5/5 Fish n chips in my opinion is pretty good here. It's lightly battered and not too greasy . Fish is juicy and tartar sauce just right . That coleslaw is perfect with it . 5/5 Mai tai hit the spot. Not too sweet nor too tart . 5/5 Cucumber mojito was a good refreshing balance of cucumbers, mint, lime rum and spritzer. 5/5 Service is usually always good. When they get busy they get busy . Be nice, they're trying to be in 5 places all at once. read more

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Probably one of my go tos when at the Ventura Harbor. My sisters and I love holiday themed bars this December boatyard had those cool Christmas drinks and nice holiday decoration. The drinks are pretty strong and good. We also ordered fries which were so good and the calamari were actual calamari. None of that fake stuff. Staff was nice even though we stopped in an hour before they closed. I love the new patio, but it was too cold for us to sit outside when we went. We definitely will be back since we loved the service food and drinks. read more

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They made more space and seemed to provided more support to their staff, which is great if given the right supports! And keep MackandD coming back and back, they are simply amazing muscians. read more

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New Year's Eve dinner here was great! The steak and lobster special $24 was superb. Prompt service by Jorge. Food came fast and was a very generous portion. Fun atmosphere and the area was decorated beautifully. Steaks were cooked to perfection. Salad portions are huge. Ask to be delivered on a separate plate. read more

Boatyard Pub - Steak and Lobster and steak and shrimp dinners. Side salads are huge. - Bars Near Me - Ventura, California

This was our first visit since they renovated the space, as we were having a Meet Up event there. I used to come here often, but it's been a while, the space is now larger than before, so we were able to hold our big party there. As always, there was a live band playing and we had a great time. I ordered my favorite "Crispy Brussels Sprouts," but it seems like the portion is larger than before and the price has gone up. The taste has also changed a little.Personally, I preferred the previous amount. The staff was friendly as always and the service was good Dog friendly. read more

First Visit to Boatyard Pub Tried out Boatyard Pub for the first time today for lunch with my twin sons. Honestly, the food was just okay--not bad, but it wasn't great. We definitely discovered that this spot leans much more into the "pub" side of things than a traditional restaurant. A few things to note from our experience: * The Highlights: The strawberry lemonade was very good! * The Vibe: Apparently, it's a "dog" pub! We noticed dogs inside the restaurant, not just on the patio. * Service: Our server only checked on us once. We even asked for a water pitcher since we drink a lot of water, but it didn't happen. * The Wait: The wait for the food was a bit more than the usual. * Facilities: Be prepared for a little walk--you actually have to go outside to use the restrooms. Overall, it was an alright experience, but probably more of a spot for a quick drink than a full family meal. #BoatyardPub #VenturaHarbor #FamilyLunch #TwinSons #HonestReview #DogFriendly #PubLife #FirstVisit read more

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Went for breakfast while rigging our bikes so we went for liter fair menu and it was perfect size for two or us it was I to $28 very good price for breakfast. The service was spot on super friendly. The patio is nice and clean rather peaceful. We went back for dinner the next day tried the clam chowder was really tasty the sourdough was fantastic. read more

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The food is good and the remodel really pumped up the aesthetics here. The menu has all the expected choices, along with BIG price tags. The price of the remodel is definitely reflected in the cost of the food. The blonde bartender on the morning weekend shift was so rude. She also wouldn't even listen or take an order in between the breakfast and lunch turnover time. We sat for over 30 minutes before she would think about placing an order. She had a snarky response to everyone she was talking too. A mature woman with a messy updo ponytail thing going on. She should definitely be fired or retrained. Also, they definitely over serve some of the locals at the bar. Doesn't seem to matter the time of day, there's frequently at least 1 guy who's wasted in the bar Not the best place for kids really. I don't believe I'll be coming back read more

Nice little find at the Ventura Harbor. Enjoyed a couple of drinks, including a tasty Lychee Martini and a Cranberry Mule, and also had a happy hour poke dish which was delightful and a side of garlic fries. The garlic fries were really more like Parmesan fries versus garlic fries, but nonetheless still tasty. Would totally go back again and since it's around the holidays, currently the decorations were absolutely adorable. read more

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Service: Great, friendly and checked back often. Vibe: Good - we sat in the bar area and it is pretty old school, but clean Food: Great - the best chicken fried steak I can remember in many years. Breading was well-seasoned, crispy from start to finish, did not fall off the meat, and was not over thick. Potatoes were also excellent. Could be because everything is fried in beef tallow. Gravy - finally one worth eating, and it did not sog out the breading at all. read more

Boatyard Pub - Chicken fried steak. House-made corned beef hash in back (both were excellent) - Bars Near Me - Ventura, California

We were here for a girls trip. We stayed on a boat and came here to eat for breakfast, dinner and just for the drinks. The atmosphere was great, it was decorated for St Patty's day. Our bartender, waitresses and waiters were all very friendly. Food came out quick and delicious. I highly recommend. read more

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Delicious food. services could have been better. Drinks were delicious. I will be back for Wednesday night lobster and steak

This place is always delicious ! We stopped in for dinner after a day out hiking on the islands, Everything I've ever eaten here has been good, I enjoy the ambiance and the staff is quick and polite read more

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This place is horrible. We went for Clam Chowder Day and everything about it was bad. The hostess asked a question about seating, then walked away without waiting for an answer. She took us all the way to the back to a crappy table even though there were lots of empty tables because we went between lunch and dinner.. The server was rude and almost never available (even for water) so we finally had to ask someone else for help. The food (aside from the chowder) was disgusting. We had a lot left and didn't even take any of it home. This past weekend, my partner's son said he was going and we told him it was bad. He went anyway, then called to tell us how terrible it was. He said they had to send back food and he paid $160 for two and would never go back. read more

I'm Still driving the OAP's thats an British term for... I was directed to stop here in the Ventura Marina because there are several choices for dinner. No questions asked I'm a Pub Guy. Happy Hour is a good time to be here, a pleasant atmosphere, good (live solo guitar) music, golf or soccer on the screen, and a friendly staff. The pub looks pretty clean for a place thats supposed to have a divey Pub genera, I'm in. I'll try the clam chowder and some Halibut fish and chips, with coleslaw. All of this is on my go to page, so lets see...Chowder could have been hotter temperature for me but outstanding flavor and good mix of potato to clams. I was surprised how good the halibut and chips looked, they tasted even better and very good slaw. Four decent thick strips of Halibut & thick 1/4" fries. The slaw had a good mix of purple cabbage and it was all cut very fine, string like, with a good dressing. Tartar sauce no doubt made here too, good stuff. There was a steak (filet) and lobster special for $30, you won't pay that if you made it yourself. We head back to Paso but I'm down south quite a bit and I just found a great locals spot to take a break. Foodguy-martin read more

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Tried this restaurant for the first time and we will definitely go back. Excellent service and delicious food! We ate on the patio and it was lovely; the only thing missing was a view of the water. Their clam chowder is fantastic! Lots of clams. Highly recommend! read more

Went to Boathouse Pub on a Wednesday night for their steak and lobster special. It was absolutely delicious. It was so festive with all the Christmas decorations and they had live music. it was packed and they had a lot of employees working and the service was great. I can't wait to go back. read more

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The server was great, ambiance is beautiful however food needs improvement! This use to be my favorite place to come weekly, however fish n chips came out cold then asked them about it. Kitchen refried my fish to then make fish over cooked and super greasy! Fries were still cold . How I knew they were still my food as my bit in fry and fish was still there. Food tasted horrible after that. Tuna on fire for the price is served so small and no worth price. So disappointed! read more

We really enjoy the fish & chips, as well as the clam chowder. The service is excellent! The drinks are always on point. They recently remolded and the place looks great. This isn't the cheapest place to eat, but considering the quality, you'll definitely get your money's worth. read more

Boatyard Pub - Bars Near Me - Ventura, California

Nice location; servers very pleasant. They had a small ensemble playing, so very festive. I ordered ahi tacos - the meat was not seared, it was tough and overcooked. The sauces and salad were nice, but I wound not order that again. Overall was very pricey and disappointing food, but fun place for a beer with friends. read more

I came here during the discounted chowder event with my mom to try it out at a few places and to check out the menus at some new places! It was busy and full of older folks so I was hoping for the best, but honestly the woman working at the hostess stand (tall slender dirty blonde woman probably in her 60's) on Feb 25th at about 1:30-2pm. Was probably the rudest host I've experienced in a very long time. The people in front of me she seated super quickly, but then when I came up she was quick to ignore me and handle whatever else she had going on, until it was almost awkward standing there. Mind you I was a restaurant manager for 14 years and have worked at many different types of places. So I'm not snobby and am usually understanding, because I know how this industry can get. When she finally asked what she could help me with I let her know I was there for the chowder event and wanted to place an order to go, she quickly said. "Well they (the servers) are super busy right now, so I don't know if you want to place an order online it may be faster. So when I asked her how I would go about doing that (because every place had a different process or programs they use) she quickly shot a look at me and said I don't know you just type in on google with an attitude; (like okay, that's common sense, but that's not what I was asking clearly). So then I let her know, you know what i would like someone to take my order, and still with an attitude she said well it will still be a long time before someone can come take it. Which I replied, you know what it's fine, I will wait here until they do (because now I was irritated, by how curt and rude she was about it) and I turned around to sit down. There was another blonde lady sitting and waiting as well and we both locked eyes basically saying "yeah, you seen and heard how rude and dismissive she was as well". During this time many older folks came in and ironically she was quick to seat them and get them what was needed, but after a very polite Asian woman shortly appeared at the register to pick up her To go, she was very rude to her as well. The woman next to me and I chatted a bit about it awhile we were waiting. We both ordered just one small cup of soup and it took them close to 45 min to help both of us. She almost made it seem like we were bothering her; which I have no problem ever taking my money elsewhere in this economy. I love seafood, but now I was going to sit and wait because I was irritated and wanted to prove a point I couldn't be waved off just because she felt like it. It was so bad it almost felt racially charged which is hard and very embarrassing to say because I never want to be (that person) and always want to have a clear mind of being open and understanding. I could tell they couldn't handle the volume but honestly something still didn't feel right, because the other woman that came in to get it was ironically Asian (so another minority) as well. Both of us well spoken and patient, but both basically being dismissed but helped. When every other person that walked in and was helped immediately was older or retired and of the same decent (Caucasian). It's hard to point out these things, but the facts still remain the facts. When I finally had my order brought out by her, she said oh you're the one that ordered online right. I said no remember you had someone come up and take my order? So then she checked with the waitress to see if I paid before handing me the bag. Which I get it, but still felt uncomfortable and off with the entire interaction. The soup was alright, but because of how poor the service it might as well taste like cardboard, if I could give them no stars I would. I will probably never set foot in this place again, and I'll be sure to let others know how my experience was so that they don't have to feel even a tenth how uncomfortable this entire situation was for me from start to finish. This definitely won't be a place that will be circulated for lunch, or business lunches or dinner within our network. Which is sad because they obviously wanted the foot traffic and more clientele because of the event. Goodluck, I hope someone else can have a more positive experience than I obviously had. Godbless you guys! read more

Probably a 4.5*. we hadn't eaten there for years but we heard that they won the clam chowder competition and also we wanted to try their 29.95 lobster and filet Wednesday special. We didn't let our expectations get out of hand for the food special (lobster and filet for the masses???) and we are clam chowder aficionados (we make the best ever and have tried and ranked dozens). And afterall, Boatyard for us is a haven of live music--not food. The place was really decked out for the holiday's. They have upgraded their indoor/outdoor section so that it doesn't seem like an addon for overflow anymore. Very pleasant host and friendly/competent waitress who reminded us that happy hour was over in 30 minutes. We ordered HH drinks and a cup of the best clam chowder (except for our homemade) that we have had in Ventura County--it was full of clams to the last bite, just a few potatoes, mild bacon flavor, just enough cream-perfect consistency and NOT too salty. The filet and lobster (available Wed 4-8pm) came out hot, lots of salad, delicious rice w/ carrots. The lobster tail was medium size, good flavor but mine was kind of mushy--not great but what do you wand for $30 (my wife said her lobster was not mushy). The fillet was superb--good size, cooked perfectly as requested, no fat or grizzle, flavorful and so tender you could almost cut it with a fork. Surprisingly lots of food for $29--next time we will share one, but the leftover fillet quesadillas that we make tonight may change my mind. Nice job boatyard read more

Two of us went to the Boatyard Pub on a Friday 8/22/25, during happy hour, which was between 3-6pm. We wanted to sit outside, but you must sit inside for happy hour. We sat near a window, because the decor is kind of dark inside. The service was great! We were greeted and seated right away. At first we even had two servers and ended up with four waters! Since the table for two was small, we pointed it out and they removed two waters and one waiter! The remaining waiter was attentive, but not overly. The happy hour menu was appealing because it was not your usual sliders, and fries fare. We ordered three dishes. Shrimp, Brussel sprouts, and Ganja rolls that were very generous serving. The first two items were very tasty, but we didn't care for the Ganja Rolls. As for drinks, we ordered an old fashion and a cucumber mojito. Both were tasty and seemed to have an average amount of alcohol. The old fashioned wasn't made quite correctly. It had cubes of ice instead of the one large cube that is typical for this drink. We had five items which came out to $10 each. With the tip, it was about $30 per person. We aren't big eaters or drinkers, so for us this was dinner. We even had a small amount left over to take home. Towards the end, a band came that played some nice jazz. By then we were finished though. However, we sat on the benches outside and could hear it fine, plus it still allowed for conversation. If you want to linger for the band, maybe come closer to 5pm. All and all, it was a nice experience sitting by the harbor, and we would go here again! read more

Boatyard Pub - This is their happy hour flyer - Bars Near Me - Ventura, California

We came in for dinner on Thursday night. Great happy hour prices and live music. The bartender was pretty busy so service was a little slow but she was working it! Clam chowder and ahi bowl were excellent. The Caesar could have had more dress but still tasty. Breakfast has always been good when we are there in the mornings. We love the remodel. Looks great! read more

Great remodel- love the venue. The atmosphere and service was great. Jorge was fantastic!

After a disappointing dinner at another restaurant nearby (ehem brophy bros), I really enjoyed lunch here the next day. We got the fish tacos and also the poke entree. The poke was delicious, it came with a large portion of sticky white rice, coleslaw, poke tuna and a delicious sauce. The fish tacos were also delicious. It didn't look like much from the outside, but the food here was delicious and probably my favorite restaurant in the village at the moment. Service was good as well. read more

We just had one of the best meals EVER! Husband had extremely yummy Scallops and Prawns dinner, I had a fanTAStic Poke Bowl Extraordinare with the extras... All had excellent flavors, attention to detail, each item was a huge step above 'regular'. Staff was super attentive and on point. Courtney was great and Andreas, too! I really enjoyed the space between tables on the 'outdoor patio'. We didn't feel like we were forced to listen to the people next to us, and our loud voices didn't seem to bother anyone (‍). It was a Bluegrass Jam night so the music was a fun, added extra. This is a great place to bring visitors or have a celebration dinner. We plan to make the Boatyard Pub a fixture from now forward! read more

Good food diverse menu Happy hour deals Love the ahi tacos Service is good Live music in the bar read more

We enjoyed our food, the service was attentive, and the dog-friendly patio was appreciated. Only giving it one star because we don't understand how a restaurant in 2025 is still using the ridiculous term "Freedom fries" instead of French fries or, geez I don't know, maybe just fries? I mean seriously?!? That was a silly political statement 23 years ago and certainly hasn't aged well. Definitely makes us hesitant to spend our money here again, which is sad since we live in Ventura & have brought visitors here. read more

Boatyard Pub - Menu complete with "Freedom fries" - Bars Near Me - Ventura, California

The best crab dip and chowder you can get in the harbor. I used to love their ribeye but haven't had in a while due to prices. Service it good. Ambiance is better. Worth checking out. read more

Had dinner at boatyard and was disappointed with my dinner. I have dined here before and food was good. I had the broiled b halibut, I do not think it was broiled. It was moist and bland like it was microwaved. My wife had the cod, it did not seem much better. It was a disappointing meal. I would have sent it back but we were with friends and did not want to ruin their evening. Mel, Ventura. read more

First time trying this place.. Great atmosphere, location, delicious food (we were all satisfied) and the drinks were strong!! read more

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Boatyard Pub absolutely blew us away and set a new standard for what a perfect night out should feel like. Sherman H was one of the best servers we've ever had. From the moment we arrived, everything came together for a truly feel-good, unforgettable experience. Despite it being a busy Friday night, the service was lightning fast, genuinely friendly, and incredibly attentive--our server was on top of everything without ever being intrusive. The live music on the patio created the perfect atmosphere--fun, relaxed, and vibrant without overpowering conversation. The food? Next level. The clam chowder was rich, comforting, and easily one of the best we've ever had. The poke bowl was insanely fresh and flavorful--do yourself a favor and ask for extra spicy mayo and fire sauce. Absolute game changer. And the wonton shell tacos? Straight up to-die-for. Crispy, creative, and unforgettable. My drink was never even close to empty thanks to the outstanding service, which just elevated the entire experience even more. Every detail was dialed in--food, service, vibe, and energy. 15/10 recommend. This is the kind of place that makes you immediately start planning your next visit before you even leave. Boatyard Pub is a must-go. Sherman, you made this happen!! read more

Great place to go to eat and you can bring your pup. Great mixed drinks as well as good food.

Our first time here and the fish and chips were pretty good. I expected them to be just a bit better, but certainly can't complain! Staff was friendly, our server seemed to put more focus on the regulars behind us (we are not from the area), but I highly recommend it! Inside is fairly small and didn't look like anything too special, but the food and people were great! read more

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