The food was excellent and the wine vending machines were a cool concept. The Vol a Vent chicken…read morewas quite good. It is one of the best ones I've had. Most of the things we had were excellent. The only low point was the charcuterie board. The cheese and meat choices were good. The bread that was served with it was hard as a rock. Otherwise, an excellent meal with good service.

Stopped by the Cave with the family after forced family photos. We recently purchased tickets to…read moretheir "Murder Mystery Dinner" so we wanted to check the place out. In Ventura's industrial area, the Cave is a nice, cozy restaurant that is hidden in the Ventura Wine Company shop. We were greeted by live music which made a lively atmosphere. They have the self vending wine machine with a decent variety of wines for all. I'm going to be honest - I did question the pour size. We ended up buying a bottle of wine at dinner instead and I'm pretty sure that was the economical choice plus it gave me peace of mind. I will say - the plating of the food is strange. Giant plates for small portions never really sits well with me. The kitchen's "thinly sliced" waygu steak was also off putting visually. The Jumbo Scallops w/Leek & Truffle Risotto ($46) is a must order. Scallops perfectly pan seared and that risotto I would eat by itself. The Lemon Chardonnay sauce was incredible. The Slow Braised Beef Short Ribs ($39) was okay. The meat fell apart as it should. The red wine sauce was okay but lacked depth. The creamy mashed potatoes were very good and seasoned perfectly. Wasn't mad that I tried it but would not order again. Wagyu Top Sirloin 12 oz. ($48) was very good despite the poor slicing. The creamy mushroom sauce was perfect to add some flavor but not overpower the protein. The Pepperoni Pizza ($18) was decent for my son. My daughter planned to order the Seafood Pasta until she saw all of her favorite things combined: Mac and cheese, bacon and pizza - the Mac and Cheese Pizza ($21) was honestly top notch. It wasn't overly heavy, the depth of flavor was great and it's extremely tasty. The spicy aioli was top notch. Overall, a good experience at the Cave. I recommend giving it a try.

I think this wine seller carries one the best selection of California wines across all the price…read moreranges. They are very reasonably priced and the representative had a decent knowledge of wines but not an expert. They have a restaurant called Cave where you can buy your wine and pay $15 corking fee to enjoy a very good Italian cuisine. The restaurant manager lacks customer care and sense of humor but overall it's a very nice place, inviting with large wine selection.

Had to get a rush shipment for Xmas delivery and they jump through all the hoops to get it done…read more Their extra effort was greatly appreciated.

Buddy's Wine is such a gem in Midtown Ventura. The wine selection is always on point. Thoughtfully…read morecurated and approachable whether you're just starting to explore wine or already know your favorites. The owner is super friendly and genuinely great to chat with, and the space has a fun, relaxed energy that makes you want to stay a while. There's always something going on: * Happy Hour: Wednesday-Friday, 3-6 pm * Tuesday: Pizza pop-up 5-8 pm, trivia 7-9 pm * Wednesday: Fried chicken sandwich pop-up 5:30-8:30 pm * Thursday: Wine night with tasting flights, $20 for three pours They also carry cake and pie from local favorite Awkward Pastry Chef, which is reason enough to stop by. The space itself is roomy with a mix of bar seating and tables, making it great for date night, catching up with friends, a solo glass of wine, or casual celebrations. Street parking in Midtown is usually easy, which is always a plus. Wine by the glass typically runs $16-18, with a rotating list that keeps things interesting. They also offer non-alcoholic options, a thoughtfully curated pantry section, cute merch, and a wine club with perks for regulars who want to go deeper. They're open Tuesday-Saturday from 4-10 pm and closed Mondays and Sundays. You can also grab bottles to go, which makes it easy to pick up something special for dinner, a last-minute gift, or a night at home. Buddy's is more than just a wine shop. It's a welcoming neighborhood spot with good wine, good people, and a great vibe every time.

Came here on a whim on Tuesday night and caught Trivia with Bear Cave Comedy. This space is so cute…read moreand the wine is delicious!!

What a hidden gem! We visited this location to participate in a sip and paint night with Abby…read more What a great experience. We enjoyed a bottle of wine before the event. The Pino Noir was delicious and the ambiance was warm and inviting. The staff was very friendly. We can't wait to go back again! Thank you for a wonderful evening!

Morgan and Aiden are awesome . We stoped in after an event to grab a glass of wine but stayed for…read moretwo. Staff is just so friendly and welcome ! Cute spot . Booth and stool seating at the bar. Smash Bros , a popular smash burger vendor was there . We had already ate otherwise we would've bought a burger . We didn't become members but my friend did consider it LOL! We really enjoyed our time and will be back. Parking situation wasn't the best but we found parking a block over and walked.

Perfect wine bar with generous quality wines by the glass or bottle from around the world. The…read moregarden setting is magical, it feels as if you are in a friend's lush backyard with the fountain drowning out any nearby traffic. Parfait, the all around perfect owner, host, server, and chef, will charm you as a newcomer or welcome you back as a regular. I love the salads, pâté, penne with various sauces, and he offers pizza and desserts if you have room for them. Only open for 2 more nights, so call and make a reservation to enjoy this fabulous experience before he closes!

A very charming restaurant unlike others in Ventura area. Reservation is a must since there is…read morelimited seating. I really liked the vibe and the atmosphere. I felt I was in Europe! The owner is very hard-working. From opening the door once you ring the doorbell, to seating you, and serving. We ordered two types of pizza and two types of pasta. They were all very good. The pizza is very thin crust. Do not be in a rush. If you are going to the restaurant, expect a slower pace. We will definitely be back !

Such a great experience here! The wine was delicious, and we ordered three of their flatbread…read morepizzas--every single one was amazing. Our server, Jessica, was incredible and made the whole visit even better. She mentioned their pizzas were better than Toppers, and honestly... I have to agree! The outdoor seating area is cozy and intimate, with string lights and heaters that made it super comfortable. Everything from the food to the atmosphere to the service was on point. We'll definitely be coming back for the pizza, wine, and top-notch customer service!

This place is so cute and has a beautiful view of the harbor. I love that you can sit inside or…read moreoutside. This time I went on a quiet week day. The view was insanely beautiful that day. My friends and I decided to do the white wine tasting. I actually really liked the wine selection. They were really good. The only feedback I would give to potentially change.... There was no one there but my friends and I, and we had to keep pausing our conversation to go back inside to get our wine. And then we would lose track of where we were in the conversation. I wished we had like a flight so we could drink and not have to keep getting up. We all really enjoyed the cheeseboard with our wine. Some of the cheeses were delicious. I loved the pepperjam. I only wish it was a little bigger. I do love a good cheese board. I want to try some of the other food they offer as well. I will definitely go back again.

I absolutely cannot get enough of this place…read more The basement here is really the place to be. I love the ambiance, and the history on the walls. The cocktails change so it's always fun to come back! I always try to be there when this section opens. I love the calmness of the space and it gets livelier as the night progresses and it does get packed Always one of my highly recommended spots for people who want great drinks, fantastic atmosphere and delicious food. I'm looking forward to my next stop in!

Closed for remodeling and Yelp didn't say anything. Wanted a drink with the wife. Too badread more

Always a fun time here when we come to see Ignition play! They're great and have quite a following!…read moreWe get a kick out of the "over 70 crowd" who are faithful fans and love to dance! Four Brix offers a very large venue for this with plenty of tables and chairs *but you definitely need to make a reservation at least a week in advance when they host these popular bands. The new owners are super nice and have brought their gifts and talents from their Santa Paula winery! Thankfully they still have our favorite blackberry cider!! So good! I also love the Four Brix Viognier! A tasty light white wine. Highly recommend coming here!

Great time. Wine and music. We saw the band, Aliway. Excellent. Friendly service. A very nice way…read moreto spend an afternoon into the evening.

Had a phenomenal 60 th birthday here. The band sang Happy Birthday to me Thank you Lester family ,…read moreespecially Elissa, for such a memorable experience. The band was great!

Tasting: $15 (return flight $9, because sometimes one flight is not enough)…read more Wonderful wines and awesome customer service sum up what this family owned/operated winery is all about. Two sisters (Elissa & Holly) married two brothers (Matt & Mike) and started this weekend project which has turned into quite a fun weekend escape. Elissa and her father, Walt, are usually manning the tasting room and are the most gracious hosts. It's a quaint, boutique winery and tasting room, which recently joined forces with the folks from Trois le Fou Winery. They each have their own tasting rooms, but they're joined and share a large production/barrel room area, which is also available for private events in addition to scheduled events and live music/comedy. They don't offer food, but you are welcome to bring in your own snacks/charcuterie. Parking is plentiful, as the business park is mostly closed on the weekends. WINES: Their wines change regularly, as they purchase their fruit from Paso Robles, Lodi, and San Antonio Valley, among other places. I think that their Sauvignon Blanc is a standard and we really enjoy it, but they also do a nice Sangiovese, Zinfandel, Malbec, Syrah, Petite Sirah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Their "Speakeasy Wine Club" offers three levels of membership: "Blind Grape (6/yr)", "Bootlegger (12/yr)", and "Last Call (18/yr)", depending on the number of bottles you want per shipment/pick-up. Bottles currently run in the $38 - $50 range (before club member discounts). We love visiting the Lester Cellars family and highly recommend you stop in and check out their latest vintages. The service and wine are wonderful, and I'm betting you'll enjoy yourself as much as we do.

Came with some friends for a nightcap after being impressed with the Yelp photos of this spot and…read moretheir unique cocktails on the menu. On a Thursday night it was pretty dead but we didn't mind, WE ARE the party! The restaurant/ bar is surprisingly spacious which wasn't outright apparent from the outside. Once you walk in there is a nice long bar on the right hand side. A couple of booths and plenty of tables. It was actually a lovely evening (plus our group gets loud & rowdy) so we decided to sit outside on the high top patio table. It was perfect as it could fit the seven of us no problem. Initially i worried how service would be as we were alone on the patio but immediately my concerns went away as we had a fabulous bartender named Jordan helping us out. Despite making the drinks inside and engaging with customers at the bar, he was very attentive to our outside patio group. The drinks were brought out at an impressive pace and we felt valued as customers. Jordan gave great suggestions for shooters for us to try and also was overly accommodating, by allowing us to all pay separate/individual checks per our request. I grow to appreciate that more nowadays because some businesses do give patrons a hard time about splitting tabs. I was grateful despite being a big group he was willing to accommodate us. We only came for drinks, so I can't speak for the food but this spot is a solid bar. They have some interesting cocktails and I liked that they had a couple of shooter/shot options. Good selection of beer and even some wines. I really enjoyed both my Mexican candy shot and the purple heater shot that Jordan recommended for me and a friend. Drinks were cold and they kept flowing. Easy to give this spot 5 stars as the service was good, atmosphere was welcoming, and reasonable prices for being on Main Street. I'd definitely come back and would be happy to try some appetizers next time to see how the food is. My only baby upgrade is that the patio cushions on the chairs need a good wash or to be replaced. Otherwise everything else was clean from the tables, to the bar area, to the restrooms etc. The patio just needs a tiny bit of TLC which a couple of us noted. We had a great experience here though and I'm glad we stumbled upon this spot.

Fun place to hang with friends. This spot does need a bit of TLC…read more Service was great. Friendly staff! Did not taste the food but would be willing to come back. Very chill on a Thursday.. not busy.