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This was my 2nd or 3rd time here. It seems like it's the closest place in Ventura for clam chowder in a bread bowl. The chowder is yummy and the bread was perfect. You can get your parking ticket validated with your order and get free parking in the parking garage. Definitely a perk!
Looking for fish and chips? This is your spot with a view of the pacific. The freshest fried fish you can find. Paired with fries, sweet potatoe fries or homemade slaw with pineapple bites. I came here with my parents who are avid fish lovers. They love the fish here. There are 2 types of fry including jalaleno or regular. The fish is about $30 and it includes choice of fried fish and a side. They went with halabit. Myself on the other hand, went with the $20.00 burger with a nice angus patty topped with cheddar cheese, fresh veggies on a toasty buttered fluffy bun. Delicious. They also have a chicken sandwich. Both come with a huge pile of fries. Be sure to validate your parking.
Staff are very friendly, the space is nice and clean and the food is fresh and delicious! The Brussels sprouts were my favorite!
If you're for one of the most underrated spots to grab fresh seafood & a stiff cocktail with ocean views in Ventura County then look no further than Eric Ericsson's Fish Co. at the Ventura Pier. Open since 1981, this local staple has been around a long time (and in this economy) impressive! I've always walked right past this spot but somehow ended up next door getting tacos or simply walking down the pier for the views, I truly didn't realize how fabulous this lowkey restaurant is. When you walk inside you order at a counter, so it's semi casual in that way but otherwise, everything about this place feels "wow" because your getting 5-star restaurant views of the ocean while paying $$ (reasonable). I picked a cute little short bar style seat which essentially was "premium seating" overlooking the beach and the ocean and honestly, it doesn't get much better than this. The staff from start to finish were super nice and welcoming. They had a solid kitchen team so the food was all made fresh to order but came out quick, making this a solid spot for a quick lunch break. The gentlemen taking my order was friendly and helpful when I had questions and needed recommendations. If you're looking for alcohol, they have a separate counter/bar where you pay & they take your drink order. The bartender there was lovely as well. Nice people, 5/5 service. The food was honestly fantastic and rivals any other seafood spot in the area. I'd also give the food, Portions and presentation a 5/5 as well. Here's what I ordered: Mai Tai - Boozy, fruity, and basically a vacation in a glass. I'd recommend this cocktail if you want something strong but fruity. Popcorn Shrimp - Crispy, flavorful little bites with that southern-style batter that I love. I subbed out the cocktail sauce to pair it with their tartar sauce & that choice was chef's kiss. (Tatar sauce over cocktail all day everyday). Ahi Tuna Taco (staff recommendation) - Light, fresh, and LOADED. Super fresh seared ahi, crunchy veggies, and an addictive wasabi sauce. Oysters - Freshly shucked and you can't leave without ordering a dozen...or two. Their rotation of what type of oysters they have does change regularly I think I read but when I came in the smaller west coast oysters were great. Meals like this remind me why living here feels like paradise. There's a reason these long time local favorites stand the test of time and it's important that we continue to support them so they'll be around for another 40 years! Cheers to Eric Ericssons, definitely a highlight meal for me this year.
What an amazing experience! The staff is so friendly and the place is nice and spacious. Outdoor seating is great and with lots of seating available. The upstairs is a totally different restaurant so there's no access which was kindly mentioned to us by that staff when we accidentally dine up there. The food was incredible! The halibut and ahi tuna was fresh and delicious. The fish and chips is a must and their clam chowder soup was perfection. Highly recommend! We can't wait to go back
Decent scampi and chowder, nothing to write home about. They seem to have a stressful and understaffed working environment, which is affecting customers. They had one woman running the front alone and there were audible arguments between her and the kitchen staff. Due to this, we stood in line waiting to order for 45 minutes. Food came out at a reasonable pace. I hope they can help their staff more in the future. Great patio seating on the boardwalk though!
Favorite Food: small Delicious menu, a small bar, and MadeWest Brewery is upstairs. Service: The people are friendly. You pick up your order at the counter. Zay's The Best bartender. Ambience: You're at the beach, on the pier. Can be loud (ish) or chilly, but n nothing tops the views and vibe. They play good music too. Very family friendly. Outdoor seating is dog friendly.
Love coming here for fish and chips!! You can choose halibut instead of cod, which I always do. So good. Nice staff and lots of room. Enjoy sitting along the windows looking g at pier and beach.
~ SEA VIEWS, BIG PORTIONS ~ Eric Ericssons Fish Co is one of those classic Ventura spots with a prime location and some solid seafood, but it's not totally flawless. This was our third visit in a long time, and had to remember the counter-service setup. Heads up on parking, it's a bit confusing if you don't know the drill, but they do validate, which helps. You order at the counter using chalkboard menus that are a little hard to read, then grab a table and enjoy the ocean views. The space itself is nice inside with beachy decor and great views of the pier and water... honestly one of the best parts of the experience. Food-wise, it was a mixed bag. The clam chowder was delicious: filling, flavorful, and comforting. The calamari was also a win, especially paired with pasta, generous portions and good flavor for the price. On the flip side, the seafood mac and cheese was a miss. Very oily, barely cheesy, and the seafood was hard to find. When we brought it up, the staff was polite and offered a replacement, which we appreciated, though the swap was also a little underwhelming. We also tried the fish tacos, which were huge but a little awkward to eat and a seafood quesadilla that looked good but didn't really deliver on flavor. Service was friendly but pretty hands-off once you have your food, no real check-ins since everything runs through the counter. Prices felt fair for mains, though drinks and desserts were on the pricier side for a mostly self-service experience. Overall, Eric Ericssons is worth checking out for the location, views, and a few tasty dishes like the chowder and calamari. Stick to the simpler seafood options, enjoy the ocean scenery, and you'll probably have a better time.
My husband and I stopped by Beach House Tacos for a quick lunch, but unfortunately, they had run out of my favorite margarita. Instead, they suggested we visit their bar at Eric Ericsson's to grab a drink. We brought our food from Beach House Tacos with us and ordered a drink to accompany our meal. I opted for a cocktail called The Pink Flamingo, which was a delightful combination of tequila, coconut cream, lavender simple syrup, blood orange, and lime. It was not only delicious but also so pretty with its pink color. The restaurant was also beautiful, and had a great view of the sea. Loved this place and will definitely be going back.
DONT SLEEP ON THIS PLACE. They were serving some incredible seafood here. Stopped by for an early dinner with my wife and WE LOVED IT. The happy hour menu is honestly a really good deal so we lucked out getting here in time for that. You will find this resteraunt on the pier. Great ocean views from this resteraunt with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Great place to come to on a warm sunny day. We ordered an order of the happy hour tacos, a cup of clam chowder and a half dozen of oysters. IT WAS ALL INCREDIBLE. The cup of clam chowder is what suprised me the most, I believe this one may be the best one in town. The tacos were unbelievable for the portion you were paying for, honestly such a great deal and so good! The oysters were fresh and flavorful, for $22 bucks I can't complain at all. Overall, we can't wait to come back again. This place also had great service and we appreciated the great hospitality.
The food here is really delicious. I would recommend the clam chowder bread bowl. There are other options as good as the soup as well. The service is friendly though I think they need an extra pair of hands when it comes to rush hours. The ambiance is relaxing, not too noisy as you have great views of the pier and beach. There's a second level to dine at.
7 months ago
Food was delicious. View was perfect. Easy parking. The bread bowl was the best I've ever had. read more
7 months ago
Million dollar views, good food, terrible service. I ordered the Blackened halibut chili combo. The halibut was well seasoned but quite dry. The rice and beans were great, the stuffed chile was just a blob of cheese. The ahi tacos were incredible. The girl at the register just needs to look like she cares A TEENY TINY BIT. if she forced a smile, I would have been satisfied. She was miserable at her post. read more
7 months ago
yummy lunch with a great view. The steamer bowl was our favorite, sad to see they took scallops out of it. The fish and chips are also good. Still a great lunch though, especially on a nice sunny day with the water! read more
Came here for lunch while passing though Ventura. I had a feeling it was going to be a tourist trap, but the food and ambience suggested otherwise. There's a parking garage for the area and Eric Ericsson will validate. The service was fine. Order at the counter and you pick up your own food. They provide a nice assortment of condiments and hot sauce. Food was good. I thought it was fresh and great quality, but you are taxed on the view. My little order of clams was priced at 24 bucks, but had about a 10-12 plump clams. Clam chowder was good, but i finished it in 4 bites. View of the ocean is nice and that's probably why the food is pricier than most places. read more
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Located on the Ventura Pier, it has great views and a super open/bright/beach vibe. While we were in town, their doors were always open. As you can see from my pics their openness of the restaurant and their beach views. The staff was helpful. This is a place your order at the cashier station, and they deliver your food. We shared the Soup + Salad Combo. As you can see from my pic, the cup of New England Clam Chowder was creamy and rich. You can also see the ample chunks of clam meat. As you can see, the salad not only had fresh ingredients but quite the variety. There was a nice crunch and good pop from the seeds, all melding well with the balsamic vinaigrette dressing. We also shared their Elote Fish Tacos. What you see in my pic are 2 tacos. These tacos have plenty of ingredients and the soft shells held up well. Buried in there were good sized fish fillets. These fillets melted with each bite. The salsa was mildly flavorful: a bit tangy, bright and vibrant. The cabbage was super crunchy and complimented the soft fish and taco shells. The chili lime crema was also mild and added a smooth carrier for the salsa. read more
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Wow! I can't believe we've never eaten here! What a fantastic location on the pier! And a great restaurant set up! Walk up counter, order food, they give you a pager, bar is off to the left, great beer selection and plenty of drink options...or there's Made West Brewing upstairs-find a place to sit - also plenty of options with fantastic sunset views! Inside and out! The gal who works the front was friendly as was the gal working the bar! Very welcoming and comfortable vibe here! Beers were ice cold! Food was great! My husband enjoyed his regular battered Halibut fish and chips (battered filet was overcooked) and my regular battered sea bass tacos were tasty with the sauce, cabbage and salsa on top! Such a bummer though that the fish was way overcooked. I couldn't even tell it was sea bass? Still... was tasty! They offer a jalapeño batter as another option, that's why I described the food with "regular batter". I absolutely LOVE their clam chowder!! The BEST!! Definitely gives Splash cafe in Pismo some serious chowder competition!! They do have quite the menu here so I'm definitely looking forward to coming back to try other dishes! Highly recommend! read more
Get the stuffed chile pepper!!! It was so good and absolutely huge, every bite was savored. The popcorn shrimp was also very well seasoned and fresh and the peach drink was delicious. The man that took our order was super sweet and the bartender was very accommodating as well. I'd say the price is what you would expect in California. The location though, absolutely beautiful and a highlight for sure. You're on the pier so you overlook the ocean while you eat and it was such a nice place. Casual vibe and a very good experience. read more
6 months ago
Every time I come visit family I like to come to this restaurant because I have a lot of fond memories here. There isn't a bad view in the restaurant and now they have the brewery on the second floor (separate company). I got a fig and rum cocktail that was delicious and I enjoyed all the seafood like always. A bit on the pricier side. read more
6 months ago
5 months ago
Ambiance was crowded and loud with some bad selection of music for an older person. No table service, order and pick up. My wife and I got a seat and table looking out at the water and pier. My Rotini pasta plate was delicious and thoroughly enjoyed. We shared a bowl of chowder, delicious and recommended. My wife had the spicy poke plate, too spicy for her and I finished it, very good. I would recommend for a couple casual beach vibe date, for drink and seafood. Price was reasonable for California beach trendy area. My parking was validated by the restaurant. Would eat there again. read more
1 year ago
If you're a fan of perfectly crispy, flavorful fish and chips, Eric Ericsson's Fish Co. is a must-visit. The jalapeño beer batter on the fish was absolutely incredible--light, crisp, and just the right amount of heat to make every bite memorable. The fish itself was tender and fresh, and the fries were golden perfection. I also tried the clam chowder, and it was equally impressive--rich, creamy, and packed with clams without being overly heavy. The atmosphere is relaxed with a great coastal vibe, and the service was warm and friendly. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this is the kind of place that makes you want to come back. read more
2 years ago
Spent the day in Ventura and finished the day here on the pier. Best part of visiting Ventura is all the fresh seafood so we had to take advantage of that while we were here. We ordered the Ceviche and I ended up buying a pullover from the gift shop. Cool place! read more
11 months ago
The food was amazing. The halibut fish and chips was superb! The poke was fresh and delicious. We order a cup of clam chowder and it's was also amazing. The atmosphere is great and the views are great! Will definitely be coming back! read more
2 years ago
Beachside/ pier vibe of course. Casual. Clean. A huge plus is having a changing table in the women's bathroom. Not sure about men's bathroom. You order at the cashier and food it brought out to you. Overall vibe was friendly. We got there a few minutes before official opening. But they let me use the bathroom to change the baby. Food was delicious for the most part. The fish (cod) and chips in jalapeño beer batter was very good! We got it with a side of sweet potato fries. We also had the shrimp/crab quesadilla which was different but couldn't taste the shrimp and crab as much as hoped. We also tried the calamari which seemed dry and maybe stale. Overall good! And we hope to try some of their other items such as the poke bowl! read more
Fish and Chips, absolutely amazing. Got a fryer boat for 2 and for $30 it was great. It came with fish, shrimp, calamari and fries. We got jalapeño batter and it was a surprise of flavor. The location is right on the pier with great views and a great vibe. You wouldn't know this place existed if you didn't walk the pier. The service was non-existent. The reason for leaving a tip when your order is because you expect some sort of service. It's unfortunate that they almost force you to leave a tip since it starts at 15% and they don't do anything but take your order. You pick up your own food, drinks, silverware, condiments, and bust/clean your own table.... The food truly saves this place, but please DO NOT LEAVE A TIP since there is no service. read more
We were aimlessly driving around the coast in Oxnard with no destination. Until 4pm rolled around and I decided it was gin & tonic time. So I did what I usually do: I looked on Yelp. Searched for a restaurant/bar on the water and this place came up. 9 miles from where we were. So, off we drove. This place is right on the Ventura pier. We were there in a jiffy. The afternoon was grey, neither warm nor cold. The restaurant is big, with windows all around looking out at the ocean. There are also tables outside with a view of the water, beach and the pier. As it turns out, it was Happy Hour. We got a round of drinks along with the fried platter and a ceviche. Friendly bartender, friendly faces at the seafood counter too. The fried platter was really good. Piping hot and crispy and generous. The ceviche was good, not great. I went back to the bar and got one of their craft cocktails, rum with figs, lime and rosemary. Extremely delicious. Just a great place to enjoy an afternoon. read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
I really enjoyed my visit, the weather was perfect. The view was so beautiful and relaxing. The restaurant itself was very chill, it's wasnt super loud. Which is a huge plus for me. There's in & outdoor seating, so you can bring your fur babies here too. The food was ready in a really good time. It was super delicious and we left very satisfied. Everyone working had smiles & was super nice. Honestly 10/10 for us. read more
3 months ago
We decided to stop by this spot for lunch as we were in the area for a different event. It wasn't too busy, we ordered our meals at the counter and were given a buzzer to notify us of when our order was ready. The clam chowder was delicious and very rich and creamy. Honestly a bowl itself is good enough as a meal. We ordered the quesadilla appetizer but honestly I wasn't a fan if it being served wet. We also got a side of sweet potato fries which wet perfectly crisped. I would definitely come back, but skip the wet sauce drenched quesadillas. read more
I was going upstairs to Madewest and wanted some food. I had my little one as well who needed to eat. It wasn't to busy when we went. It was during the week day around 2ish. They have plenty of seating inside and outside. Once you order you can take a seat anywhere. They do have their own bar. Since I was going upstairs to MadeWest I didn't see what types of beer and drinks they offered. Their menu looks good. Has a variety of items. I got their kids chicken tenders and can't remember if it was their popcorn shrimp or beer battered shrimp I got. Order came out fairly quickly which was nice since the little one was hungry. I forgot to inform them to prepare the order to go, but it wasn't a problem. They have boxes and togo items ready for anyone to easily grab. Everything was really good and crunchy how I like. The shrimp came with your typical cocktail sauce which was really good. Chicken tenders came with ranch which was nice to also use on the shrimp. Overall, it's a nice place. Good menu items. I enjoyed what I got. I would come back. read more
7 months ago
This place is a gem. First the practical: park in the pier lot, grab a ticket and save it for 4 hours free parking WITH VALIDATION from restaurant. We did forget at the end and had to run back. The ocean views are incredible. There are many tables outside both upstairs and downstairs. The made west bar is upstairs and they have full liquor and beer menu. The food menu is wonderful, includes all fresh seafood options as well as burgers and chicken sandwiches with the best crispiest fries. My ahi tuna tacos with veggies and crema were delicious and fresh. My husband's shrimp po boy was amazing and spicy. We loved everything. I highly recommend this wonderful Ventura local spot. I am sure it gets crowded in the summer but in winter it was a breeze to order and plenty of tables. read more
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I've been coming here for quite a few years now . The quality of their food on very consistent. Ahi tacos are the bomb . Great customer service. The staff is always delighted and enthusiastic to help . read more
1 year ago
31 dollars for one pice of halibut and fries (seriously one small piece )cool it's on the pier not cool when girl turned tablet around and I gave no tip she busted a attitude you literally took three seconds to punch in my order with a attitude! No hello what can I get you just next and blank stare. And after I thanked you not you me! Learn service skills not expected privilege this place is all about the view definitely not the food read more
3 years ago
Beautiful seafood shack on the water - affordable, delicious, and a good date spot. Kind of random, but the napkins were the nicest quality napkins I've seen at a seafood shack. Service was quick and very friendly. We ordered the clam chowder bread bowl and blackened shrimp tacos. Clam chowder was super tasty! Very creamy and nice large chunks of clam. Also, the bread bowl is a great size for how much you get and tasted high quality. These tacos were absolutely enormous and stuffed with shrimp, cabbage, and salsa. I loved the kick and consistency of the salsa - not too runny nor too chunky and went down easy with bites of shrimp. I wish the tacos were separated on two pieces of parchment however, because the salsa did leave a bit of liquid and kinda destroyed the structural integrity of the second taco, which is why 4 stars. The shrimp also tasted great, wasn't overcooked, but I think it'd taste better fried, so I'll try that next time. read more
3 years ago
This is a really wonderful place to go after a long day at the fairgrounds or on the beach. The fish is so incredibly fresh which is exactly what I want while eating and looking onto the beach. The calamari had an absolutely wonderful texture and so did the fries. The brussel sprouts were maybe overly seasoned with gochujang so it really because "gochujang with a side of brussel sprouts." I'm an avid poke lover so my rating of poke may be more hardcore than others. I think it's a great dish if you want to try poke or are looking to get into the world of raw fish. But as for taste, the sauce does all the flavor, everything else is plain so I'm really just tasting an overwhelming amount of siracha. I wouldn't buy this again and I'm a bit disappointed by it. I really wish I had bought the pasta or a burger instead. But my overall experience besides some of these dishes were wonderful. The view is incredible and the staff makes it really easy and fast to order. Would come here again but would definitely try something else. read more
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Worth a stop if you're in the area! Great service and the outside seating is nice to enjoy your meal! read more
8 months ago
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Do you have a happy hour?
Yes, it is offered Mon - Thurs from 3pm until 6pm And Friday's from 6pm until closing. Happy hour is not available on holidays or for take out orders.
Is the upstairs area(the deck) still full service? It's been a few years since I've visited.
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Hello- can I host an event at your restaurant for about 125 people?
Yes, please contact the General Manager to make arrangements.
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