Beautiful place, Great service, amazing food. Enjoyed every moment there. Clean, romantic setting. read more

The interior of La Duquesa is GORGEOUS!!! I have only sat at the bar however look forward to dining in. The food I have enjoyed there is delicious; the clam chowder and the bacon wrapped shrimp are amazing. The staff is always very attentive, generous and friendly- Jesus and Cassandra provide excellent service , recommendations and conversation. They have a 6 hr Happy Hour and they are open on Mondays when most establishments are closed! Definitely one of my favorite 'go-to' places, thank you!!! read more

Cassie was the best Great place for steaks for lunch! Will be coming back Reasonably priced for great steaks read more

I think this place could be super great. I just think a few things need to be changed with the menu. I wish the special they offer with the 3 courses came with an appetizer option that is not seafood. When I asked if I could substitute a non fish option the server said no. So no appetizer for me. The other thing is the mains not coming with a side. I chose the filet & it was served just a steak on a plate. I must have a side with my protein so I had to order the overpriced mashed potatoes. The decor was nice and served was polite. Include a side on the special menu & I may go back. read more

La Duquesa - Decor. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ventura, California

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This was our second time having dinner at La Duquesa. The first visit was very good but I didn't write a review. Last night's dinner was so good that I want to spread the word and encourage others to check out the restaurant. We each ordered a Special Platter, which is a main dish with a choice of vegetable and a soup or salad. The prices vary; I think our dinners were in the range of $35 to $40 each. All of our dishes (Lamb, French Onion soup, and Brussels Sprouts especially notable) were excellent! My husband was very happy with his Margarita (not an easy feat). My glass of wine was excellent. We didn't have room for dessert. All this in a nice, calm ambience. read more

This was my second time visiting this restaurant, and unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing--especially compared to my first visit. I came with a large group on a Saturday night with a reservation at 8:30 PM. Everyone was present by 8:35 PM, and the restaurant was not busy at all. Despite that, service was incredibly slow from the start. We had to flag down a waiter just to take our order. After placing our order, we waited 45 minutes with no updates. I asked a waiter for an estimated time, and he simply said there was nothing he could do because it was up to the kitchen. When I explained we had already been waiting a long time, he just repeated himself without offering any help or follow-up. Another 20 minutes passed, and a different waiter finally checked on our order after we asked again. Only then did our food start coming out a few minutes later. We didn't receive our food until around 10:15 PM--almost two hours after arriving. This was completely unacceptable, especially given that the restaurant wasn't even busy. To make matters worse, nothing was offered to make up for the experience--no apology beyond the bare minimum, no discount, and nothing complimentary. The lack of urgency, communication, and accountability made this a very frustrating experience. Unfortunately, we won't be returning. read more

Excellent food service and atmosphere would highly recommend! A little pricey but worth it. read more

We're locals and this is our 4th time here. First time for Dinner. What a fantastic experience the wagyu rib eye was the best steak ever. the service was the best. Alan was great and so attentive. Please don't miss this opportunity as a visitor or local. read more

La Duquesa - Dessert - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ventura, California

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I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was frustrating enough that I feel compelled to share it. To be clear, our server was polite and helpful whenever we spoke with her. My frustration is with the overall management and experience of the restaurant. We had a reservation for 12 people and arrived on time, yet still waited approximately 90 mins for our food. Delays can happen, but what made this so disappointing was the lack of communication. We received no updates throughout the evening, and when we asked about our order, we were given very brief answers with little explanation and no acknowledgment of how long we had already been waiting. What made the situation even more confusing was that the restaurant seemed relatively quiet. Aside from our party, there were only two other tables seated, both of which appeared to be parties of two. Given how few guests were there, it was difficult to understand why the kitchen was running so far behind or why no one communicated what was happening. By the time our food arrived, it was after the restaurant's posted closing time of 10 PM, despite us having a reservation and arriving as scheduled. At that point, the experience had already been overshadowed by frustration. The food itself was okay, but it simply did not make up for the wait, lack of communication, and overall disorganization. What disappointed me most was feeling like our time wasn't valued. Had someone kept us informed or offered a sincere apology, this review might look very different. Unfortunately, we left feeling disappointed and will not be returning read more

Very sexy place. The service is really good. Everyone is super attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. The food is good. I guess depends what you order! read more

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The mushroom soup was great. The steak was super over cooked after asking for medium rare. Salad was - basic house salad and they had good ranch. Octopus was grilled nicely. Lamb was okay- not well seasoned. The restaurant was fairly empty, but had a nice bar setup. read more

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Today was the first time having breakfast here and our table for four all loved our choices! Always top-rate service and delicious dishes. My Huevos Rancheros was amazing and I would order again, but I'm looking forward to trying their other dishes as well. New on the scene, you must try!! read more

We have been wanting to try this place for a little while, so we made a reservation for Saturday evening. We arrived on time and were seated immediately. My fiance is on a GLP-1, so she only ordered a loaded baked potato. I ordered the Wagyu ribeye, a glass of Cab and grilled asparagus, with the French onion soup to start. The baked potato came out after a few minutes but my steak didn't arrive till about 25 minutes later. The timing was very much off. The steak was ordered medium rare and came out rare on one end and well on the other end. It was very flavorful, but inconsistent. We did not have the best initial experience but may give them one more try to sample the lamb chops. read more

I had a very disappointing experience at this restaurant. The wait for our food was extremely long, and when we politely asked how much longer it would take, one of the staff responded in an unprofessional manner. We understand that restaurants can get busy, but we were the only group at the restaurant and good communication and customer service is important. Unfortunately, the lack of professionalism and the excessive wait time made our visit unpleasant. I hope management addresses these issues to improve future customers' experiences. Will not be returning. read more

Maria - your restaurant is amazing. The staff had the highest customer service standards and my family and I feel very taken card of. Everyone on Yelp is right, your bacon stuffed shrimp is delicious. your drinks are beautiful (especially the one with the smoke), and steaks grilled to perfection. It was hard to limit my kids to only two refills, and the premium sides were a bit small vs shareable. I am sad that prices went up for prefix, but understand that everything is going up in price these days. Will try to come back with my family for happy hour! I love your clam chowder! read more

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I was immediately impressed by the ambiance and beautiful classy decor. We sat at the bar and ordered sauvignon blanc, jumbo shrimp wrapped in bacon filled with cheese, and tuna tartare. The wine was smooth & the food was tasty! Bartenders, Chai and Jesus, provided exceptional service! We will definitely be back! read more

La Duquesa - Sauvignon blanc - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ventura, California

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Amazing customer service. Great ambiance. The food and drinks were excellent. I will be returning. read more

I had breakfast here this morning with a group. The restaurant is decorated in black and gold very pretty. The wait staff was friendly and welcoming. The waitress suggested the tuna sandwich as one of the favorites in that category. The orders took a very long time to b served. When mine came it was raw tuna . I was expecting a warm seared tuna steak sandwich. I immediately told the waitress. She asked me if I wanted the menu to order something else. I told her no as I didn't want to keep the rest of the party waiting. At that point I would have thought that management would have brought me an easy complimentary item like a dessert. They didn't explain that the sandwich was raw fish, that was their mistake. Also, I was sitting there with no food until my friend offered to share with me. To me this was a missed customer serving opportunity. Going a little extra to smooth things over goes a long way and it didn't happen in this case. read more

I'd really like to give 4stars, however, this evening had some disappointments. My husband's Elk Filet was wonderful. Especially with the sauce that came with it. On the other hand, my beautiful large Lobster Tail had little flavor even with the lemon I had to ask for. And it was chewy around the edges. Like gristle chewy. I also had to ask for the tail to be removed from the shell. I'm used to being asked if I want/need anything else. (Gee, I sound like a snob.) The place has been beautifully appointed. That part was lovely and felt classy. But the big screen TV playing a sports game was a big distraction. It was our 45th anniversary and I had hoped for a little more intimate atmosphere. Last of all, the menu was quite varied. However, they didn't have several of the items available. Please go and give them a try. It's great to have fancy/nice restaurants nearby. read more

Went for happy hour, sat on the patio and was served by Hector. I was genuinely impressed with the quality of the food and the service. He was attentive, courteous, and appeased our special requests. I would come back here again. The patio makes for excellent people watching. read more

Went to breakfast Sunday. The service, bar help and food were fantastic. No one rushed us and we had a great breakfast. Will be going back for dinner soon. Shout out to bartender, he made me an awesome Hugo!! read more

Always a great experience. From the moment you walk in the door to the moment you leave. This is a great addition to the neighborhood. The drinks and food have always been great every time I have been. They have a amazing happy hour. Cannot say enough great things about how I have been treated. Thank you read more

If you are going to charge the prices that you do, stop serving oysters with sand. They were ground with sand, and my complaint went unheard or was not addressed. read more

Came for a birthday. Restaurant is stunning, bathroom doesn't match the place, felt like a gas station bathroom. The food and drinks look instagramable, however no taste. Service was great,. feel like they need to improve their menu to make it taste better. We were a party of 8 and 4 of us did not like the food, one was returned. The menu said grilled calamari, instead chef prepared it with garlic butter sauce, very bland, looked boiled, no taste. Maybe breakfast is better, it's a new place, I'll give it a year to try it again. read more

My three girlfriends and I visited La Duquesa for dinner, and from the moment we walked in we were impressed. We were seated promptly, and the space is beautiful -- black and gold tones, plenty of windows, and a warm, polished atmosphere that feels special without being stuffy. The menu is surprisingly extensive, with something for everyone. Most dishes are structured as a set-price meal, where you get an entrée plus either an appetizer or premium side and a soup or salad. For Ventura, that value is excellent -- my entire three-item meal was only around $40. The wine prices are equally friendly: we enjoyed two bottles at $36 each. Our server was outstanding -- attentive, personable, and patient as we asked questions and ordered four totally different meals. Between us we covered steak, fish, and a couple other entrées, and not a single person had anything negative to say. Everything was hot, well-seasoned, and delicious. We've heard great things about their breakfast and cocktails as well, so we're already planning a return visit. Overall: Great food, great service, great value. Highly recommend La Duquesa -- a wonderful new spot in Ventura that's absolutely worth trying. read more

Very friendly staff with great service. Food was excellent. Cocktails were on point. Definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

La Duquesa - Baby back ribs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ventura, California

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Horrible ambiance. Very cold. Incredibly loud and obnoxious couple sitting at the bar. Impossible to have a conversation at a dinner table while they carried on. Shocked the management didn't ask them to keep it at a dull roar or leave. Food is ridiculously overpriced. $15 for a teeny house salad. $5 for a plain iced tea. Love to support local businesses, but I'm one and done for La Duquesa. read more

Best bone in ribeye I've had in years!!! Was in town for work couldn't stay out of this place. Didn't try anything that was NOT perfectly prepared. Drinks? AMAZING!!! Bartender is VERY professional, had GREAT recommendations for food and drinks and VERY well versed on mixology. Old fashion with tequila, MUST TRY. Wonderfully decorated restaurant, can't wait to be back in town to visit again and again. read more

Food was good - the servers are in no rush to turn the table. Nice to have a nice, upscale restaurant in our town. We will be back!

Came in with friends just to try drinks and appetizers. The restaurant is beautiful with cozy booths and pretty table settings. Greeted very warmly by staff. We ordered a Negroni which came in a martini glass with NO ice....a Negroni needs a big ice cube or ball in it! That was disappointing. We ordered bacon wrapped shrimp that were huge and delicious. Mozzarella sticks that passed the cheese pull test nicely. I will go back and try a breakfast sometime. Meanwhile they need to make that Negroni with ice. read more

Service and ambiance are just lovely. Great room. Abundant portions! We went for brunch on a Saturday and had a great time overall. We will come back! read more

Food was amazing, well cooked and great selection of drinks. Also, service was superb and the ambiance was fancy.We will return for sure! Great job!! Must try! read more

This is the most amazing restaurant! The service was absolutely fantastic, the food was delicious & the cocktails were amazing We'll be back soon! read more

We made a reservation at 8:30 and didn't get our food till 10:20. The restaurant closes at 10 some plates came out cold some came out warm, we did not get any updates on how long food would be and ended up leaving around 11 after finishing food. read more

What a wonderful addition to the Ventura dining scene! Fine dining at its best and the upscale go-to for the discriminating diner. We had a lovely dinner there and have nothing but good things to say. The cocktails were exceptional, the decor and ambiance were stellar and then the piece de resistance-the food. All quality, well priced and served elegantly. We plan on being regulars and can't wait to bring our friends, both local and out of town. Support our neighborhood businesses! read more

La Duquesa - Ribeye and Filet steaks - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ventura, California

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The best clam chowder I've ever had. Bacon wrapped shrimp was out of this world. Unfortunately we did have to send some steaks back due to them being overcooked but it was dealt with. Great drink selections too! read more

What restaurant has all 3 and Kaver is by far the finest waiter we've experienced! You need to try this. We will be back! read more

The two of us were there on a quiet Sunday evening. Beautiful interior. The staff was very attentive and friendly. We ordered the bacon wrapped shrimp, wagyu filet mignon, and cocktails. Everything was delicious. read more

The ambiance is beautiful. The drinks were good. Service was really good.We were really excited about the $39 pre fix menu. My husband got French onion soup and didn't like it. He said it was bland. The bacon wrapped shrimp appetizer was really good. Our friend got the pork chop and said it wasn't good. We got the filet and it was a bit undercooked and wasn't seasoned very well. This is a really beautiful restaurant, and you can tell they are working to keep their prices competitive, they just need a little work on the food. read more

Family took me there for Mother's Day... Absolutely outstanding! Everyone loved their meals, especially the men with their steak and eggs... Great weight staff everything delicious! read more