After the long drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Ventura, plus a completely unnecessary but…read moreemotionally necessary detour through U.S. Route 66, we arrived tired, hungry, and operating mostly on fumes and determination. We checked into our harbor hotel and ordered takeout from The Greek Mediterranean Steak and Seafood, which turned out to be an excellent life decision. First challenge: surviving the parking lot. I don't know who designed that little maze, but I emerged victorious eventually. Once inside, though, the place had a great energy. A dance floor, a DJ spinning genuinely good tunes, and massive windows overlooking the harbor like the restaurant knew exactly what kind of mood we needed. Service was fantastic. Our order was ready on time, and they also made me a dangerously good Negroni to go. Honestly, if someone hands you a well-crafted Negroni after a desert road trip, that's practically an act of community care. Back at the hotel, we spread everything out on our balcony overlooking the harbor while the sun set, and suddenly life felt very cinematic. We ordered the Sampler for Two, which included lamb chops, falafel, loukaniko sausages, spanakopita, dolmades with avgolemono sauce, tzatziki, hummus, hot pita wedges, and a Greek salad. Basically, a feast disguised as takeout. Everything was delicious. The lamb chops were flavorful, the falafel crisp, the spanakopita flaky and rich, and the whole spread felt generous and thoughtfully prepared. Portions were large enough that we saved the hummus and tzatziki for the next day, where they heroically returned as cocktail snacks. A true encore performance. This meal didn't just feed us, it restored us a little. Good food, great atmosphere, harbor sunset, Negroni in hand. Sometimes a travel day ends exactly the way it should.

Great food, great service and a lovely family-run restaurant. Give it a chance if you are around…read morethe area

There's no way I would have found Aliki's without the overwhelming agreement of the reviews, and…read morelet me just add my voice to the chorus singing its praises: it's absolutely a gem behind the unassuming facade. We're a family that loves cheese, so we went for all three cheese appetizer options. We got the Sizzling Feta, the Grilled Halloumi, and the Saganaki. We jokingly asked the server if it was a mistake to get so many appetizers, to which he firmly replied, "You like cheese. I can tell. You'll eat this, no problem." When I tell you we cleared those plates, I mean we absolutely demolished them. We loved all three! The Halloumi won as the overall favorite, but it was a fierce debate with strong support for each dish. Based on the Yelp reviews talking about how good the lamb is, I got the Lamb Souvlaki sandwich. It was delicious! The lamb was incredibly well-cooked, quite tender and very flavorful. The whole package of the pita, with the lamb balanced against the tzatziki and salad, was fantastic. If you're a meat-eater, I highly recommend it. If you're a vegetarian, my family also really enjoyed the Falafel sandwich and the Spanakopita. The Spanakopita was made like a turnover and its pastry was super buttery, perfectly light and flaky. The falafel was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, nicely moist. It was a hit! The service was very quick and the staff was very friendly. While my family initially raised their eyebrows at the restaurant (it's sandwiched between a motel and a car wash), they were converted by the cheese and were devotees by the time we finished our entrees. We loved it!

Yesterday afternoon, I was in the mood to try something different, as I often am, and that's how I…read moreended up at Aliki's Greek Taverna near LAX. The only minor issue I ran into was parking. At first, I thought the restaurant didn't have its own parking lot since it's connected to a small hotel. The restaurant itself is easy to spot from the outside and isn't confusing to find at all, but I wasn't sure where guests were supposed to park. I ended up parking farther away and walking over. Once inside, I noticed a sign mentioning restaurant parking and learned that customers can park in the hotel's lot. I mention this only to save future customers a little confusion--it wasn't a big deal at all, and I quickly moved my car closer. The restaurant itself is relatively small and connected to one of those cozy hotels you often see around the LAX area. It has the feel of a hidden local spot rather than a busy tourist destination, which honestly adds to its charm. I arrived around 5:30 PM and was surprised to find the restaurant nearly empty. There were only a couple of occupied tables, and only one more arrived while we were there. Honestly, I don't know what people are thinking because they're missing out on something special. I was dining with my 8-year-old nephew, one of those kids who survives almost exclusively on chicken nuggets, noodles, ranch, and other familiar foods. Getting him to try something new is usually a challenge. I ordered him a chicken gyro, and he absolutely loved it. I jokingly told him the tzatziki sauce was ranch, and from that point on he was completely sold. For myself, I ordered the moussaka. I chose it purely for the experience, not because I expected to love it. It turned out to be one of the most delicious restaurant dishes I've had in months. Seriously, months. The layers of eggplant, meat, and creamy béchamel came together perfectly. It was rich, comforting, and unforgettable. The funniest part? My nephew kept asking for more of my food. He was convinced the eggplant was chicken and ended up eating nearly half of my moussaka. If an extremely picky 8-year-old enjoys a dish like that, I think that says everything. We also ordered the lamb souvlaki, which was outstanding. Tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. This place is a true hidden gem. The food was exceptional, the service was friendly, and the entire experience exceeded my expectations. Our bill came to about $86 before tip for three entrées and two Cokes, and honestly, it was some of the best money I've spent on food all month. Will I be back? Absolutely. In fact, I'm already planning to return within the next few weeks. If you've never tried Greek food before, this is a great place to start.

The menu and service here is amazing. The servers are friendly and helpful. They check on you often…read moreand our beverages are never empty. The food never disappoints. The gyro is always tasty. The seasonings are perfect and its always cooked just right. The meat is tender, no matter what part of the spit it is shaved from. The salad is fresh and crisp. The avgolemono soup is my favorite. It is warm and tangy and perfect on a summer day. Another table ordered saganaki and they did present it very well by turning off the lights to get the full effect. I have yet to order it at this location but I am sure it is phenomenal as the table ordered another. Overall, Greek House Cafe is my favorite when I am craving Mediterranean food and visiting the area.

Just had another awesome experience. My server, Eddie, was outstanding, and Alejandro and Rey were…read moreexcellent as well. I've been coming here for over a year, and they always remember my custom requests and dietary preferences. I order my meal with no seed oils and highly recommend the Village Combo. The entire staff is welcoming, friendly, and always smiling, making every visit enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Haiku Review *****…read moreDriven by 10 years Blue Mediterranean Had all the flavors Lunch on the Ventura Blvd patio on Saturday was peaceful.

I have to admit the food was great, the Greek salad was abundant and very tasty and the gyro…read moresandwich was very good, the meat was charbroiled which I never encountered before, tasted amazing. It was a bit low on Tzatziki sauce though. When I got there it wasn't too crowded, but as the afternoon was approaching it got very busy very fast and the place is not that big, so at the end it felt crowded. I left as the live music was setting up so didn't get to hear them, but they are supposed to be good. The service was ok, but lagged at times. The only think I can complain is the prices. Coming from Miami, I found that $53 for a gyro sandwich with fries, a Greek salad and a tea was waaaay too expensive. Granted, the restaurant is gourmet level and is in Los Angeles, but in Miami it would have been about as good for less than half. I still recommend it though, the food is great and you'll have to decide if it is too expensive for you all things considered.

What a cute place. Very small inside and limited seating could make it a hard place to get into on…read morea weekend. I did see a lot of take out. Service was fantastic and the food was even better. Crispy saffron rice with lentil stew. Yummm! Beef and chicken kabobs were delicious. The chicken was moist and flavorful. Get the trio of dips! It's added to everything we ate. Definitely a place to try!

We were in Thousand Oaks a few weekends ago for the state science fair. After our kid hung out with…read morehis poster for four hours, chatting with judges as they came by, we had a few hours before the awards ceremony to grab a late lunch. We picked Lava Kitchen since it was close to our hotel. There was a bit of a wait even at 2p, but we decided to stick with it due to the great Yelp reviews. Our meal did not disappoint. We had a refreshing quinoa salad (with tomatoes and cucumbers), crispy and filling samosas, and some amazing kebabs. The meat was flavorful and really tender, even the chicken breast kebab. Definitely worth the wait. Things were busy even for the late lunch, but our server was super nice and also expressed appreciation for us waiting for our table. Wrapped up right on time and we went to the science fair awards ceremony. No top 4 finish but we were proud of his effort, and a few days later he got an honorable mention!

Writing MythPoint Bistro is an absolute hidden gem! I…read morerecently had their Smash Burger topped with an egg, and without exaggeration, it was the best hamburger I've had anywhere in Ventura County in the last five years. What makes MythPoint Bistro so unique is their incredibly diverse menu. They specialize in authentic Greek food, cheesesteaks, Smash Burgers, salads, and toasties. It may sound like an unusual combination, but somehow they do everything exceptionally well. Every dish is made with care and packed with flavor. The restaurant is a small family-owned business run by a wonderful husband-and-wife team from Greece. They are genuinely some of the nicest, most welcoming people you'll meet, and their passion for great food and hospitality shines through in everything they do. Be sure to check out their daily specials--they're always offering something delicious and creative. If you're looking for amazing food and friendly service, MythPoint Bistro is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

1st time at Mythpoint. It was recommended by a co-worker that accompanied me…read more I had the Souvlaki and he had the Gyro Quesadilla (not the name but that's what it was like). My chicken was tender and tasty, salad fresh and tasty, rice and yogurt, excellent. He enjoyed his Gyrodilla - lol. He told me it was really good. The owners are welcoming and do all the work. So, everything is done with care, dare I say with love. Looking forward to going back soon and having one of their burgers. They look delicious!

I made a reservation to celebrate my best friend's birthday! We ended up not really needing it…read moresince the restaurant was quite empty, but no worries. We ordered a bunch of food, so here's the review of each dish: -Fiery feta dip: 5/5 -- maybe could be an eeeeeensy spicier, but so well balanced! Not heavy at ALL with the acidity cutting through so nicely. -Grilled Spanish octopus: 4/5 -- not as soft as I thought it would be tbh! Squeeze a lot of lemon; it pairs very well with the spiced oil. -Filet mignon plate: 4.75/5 -- beef cooked perfectly medium rare and seasoned well, tzatziki bright, veggies grilled well, rice could use a bitttttt more flavor but everything still ate really deliciously! - Hummus side: 5/5 -- SOOOO GOOD! super smooth, not too bean-y, spiced well. Super delicious with fries and the pita. - Seasoned fries side: 5/5 -- honestly no complaints! Seasoned with zaatar seasoning blend, it was perfectly salty and a hint of spice with crispy yet fluffy fries. Went well with the side of ketchup, in the hummus, with the feta dip, etc -Server Art is the son of the family who owns Greek Bistro. He was personable, had recommendations for us, and told us the story of how the fiery feta dip landed on the menu (Art I hope your pillow is always cold). Overall, everything was absolutely delicious and we are already planning our next trip back!!! Thank you to Art and the chefs for their hospitality and amazing food!

Visited Greek Bistro on a Sunday night and I will definitely be back!…read more The service is amazing! Our serve, Art, was attentive, detailed, and was thoughtful to answer any questions we had. Our favorite dish was the Spicy Feta Dip! It's a new addition to the menu and an amazing appetizer to start off the night. Well seasoned and balanced that pairs perfectly with the pita.

Was in the area and looking for food, and decided to try this place out. It has a very fast food…read morevibe to it, bright and welcoming, and the TV does a good job showing off photos of their food (and I saw the cashier use it as reference for another customer). The plate had a solid amount of food for the price, and the beef had an interesting sauce on it that I forgot to ask the name of. There was maybe a little too much rice though... Overall, happy with the food and would go back again.

My family and I frequently get food here. There is always plenty of parking, and the place offers…read moreoutdoor seating. However, I have only picked up food from the restaurant so far. The place is kept well maintained and clean. Customer service is always fantastic. The menu offers a nice variety of items including pizzas and wraps. I love their hummus. However, they charge extra for sauces. Also, I am not a fan of the house sauce. Ordering online from their website is always easy, and my orders are always ready on time! My family and I will definitely keep coming here for food.