What a delicious hidden gem located in and old and soon to be remodel Fisherman Wharf in Oxnard…read more If you're looking for fresh live crab, lobster seasonal spot prawns right on the harbor H.C. Seafood is the place to visit. Just don't expect this place to be fancy or anything, because in terms of other shops around there is none. This place is the only place that is open. Even the restroom is a walk away. For our visit we came here on a Thursday morning. We arrived around 1030am and were the only one there. There's a tank outside where you can handpick your live rock crabs and 2 tank with live lobsters and spot prawns inside. Prices were very reasonable for fresh live seafood. Ordered the following. 1lb Live Steamed Spot Prawns- There were 7 good size to a 1Lb. The prawns was steamed perfectly. The prawns itself was so sweet and tender. It actually didn't need anything but it came with a few lemon wedges. Live Grilled Whole Lobster- The lobster is equally amazing. It was meaty and so sweet. Dipped that lobster meat in that warm melted butter with a little squeeze of lemon. The plate those come with a side of fries, coleslaw and garlic bread. It waa a good size lobster for the price. H.C Seafood is definitely a place I will come back to soon. The service was straight forward. Order inside and pick up outside at the outside window. Until my next visit.

I came here after going somewhere else and not having a good experience…read more I didn't know if it was open when I got there. It looked dead and closed, but there were some cars out back, so there had to be someone inside. When I got to the door, you can hear people inside with some Chinese music softly playing. The people are very nice. They greet you, and are very welcoming and helpful. The food is the reason for a three, the service is good. The seating is bad. It was a slightly windy day, and seating is only outside, so that doesn't help with being able to eat, but that doesn't really matter all that much. The food itself is what matters most. It is not that great. The fried shrimp is ok, the steamed or sautéed shrimps are ok. The grilled cod is ok too. Nothing great. Just ok. The fried scallops were not great. The onion rings are horrific. The fries were not fried enough to get some crisp, and not salted at-all. The entire meal was a waste. I don't recommend coming here, but if you do, just go with the shrimp, fried or steamed.

This place is more fast causal as you order at the counter and they bring your food to you. The…read moreservice was excellent and we had people check in on us. I had the lobster roll and the lobster itself was good and tasted fresh I felt like it needed to be seasoned with something more besides just drizzling the sauce on top. The lobster portion was a little small too. The fries were good tho. The happy hour deals seem super good! I will have to come next time and update this review.

My family and I used to go here all the time for the live catch seafood. We drove all the way to…read moreOxnard from the valley to learn that ownership had changed and so has the restaurant/market format. Now it's more like seafood dive bar situation. No more abundance of crabs to buy and take home. Ended up eating there to try the food anyway. Service was attentive and unhurried despite having a huge party of football fans the day we came. Did have to flag them down for water refills every once in a while since they sat us in the back corner. My fish and chips unfortunately did not have a shattery shell like I was hoping it would. It was a little soggy on the underside. Clam chowder had reduced a little too much and had gone a little gloopy but still tasted yummy. Lots of clams inside. Portions are pretty generous for the price compared to other seafood spots. All other items were good but unfortunately no longer the drive we used to make for this spot. Would definitely eat here again if we're in the area however.

Really fresh Ceviche very tasty. I also had the Green Aguaschiles of shrimp. Hot Spicy and Very…read moreFresh and Delicious

Oh my gosh! What took me so long to try this spot?! Whether dining in house or grabbing quality…read moreseafood on the go, this is an amazing hidden spot in Oxnard! Their aquachiles are addictive! The ceviche was astounding. The service was a little slow only because every table was filled and it was in the middle of Lent season. But the servers are friendly and helpful. It's a decent seating space for casual dining. They have huge servings of their miches and shrimp cocktails.

GETTING HERE:…read more Ventura Crab N Spice is located a few doors down from The Habit on Telephone in Ventura. The footprint is the Winco shopping center. REVIEW: First timer here (what.) and it was so good! Quiet, not too busy on the day we went (during the week). I remember in my baby years of Yelp I used to note that a restaurant was "good" if it was busy. Post-shutdown and currently 2026, it's OK to me if it's ghost town inside. :) We ordered the Clam Chowder Bowl and Sweet Potato Fries. GREAT! The chowder had nice flavor and was thick, and the clam pieces were tasty. The bread was warm and soft, so full of flavor. Service was good. Love the vibe inside, too. Love the decor and the entire vibe. As much as I love seafood, I can't wait to go back to try their other menu items. Thank you for a great meal. Highly recommend!

I had a really disappointing experience at Crab N Spice…read more We arrived around 7:50 PM, knowing they close at 8 PM. There was no wait, and we stood there for about 10 minutes without being helped. Finally, a waitress came over around 8:05 PM and told us they were closed at 8 and couldn't seat us. That doesn't make sense--if you close at 8, you should still be seating guests before that time, especially when they've been waiting and there's no line. The lack of communication and basic customer service was frustrating and unprofessional. It wasn't about the timing it was about how it was handled. Standing there with no acknowledgment and then being turned away last minute is just bad service. Definitely not the experience we expected.

I went this weekend with my family our server Alondra was so welcoming and sweet, the food was also…read moreamazing! 10/10 experience

This is such a cute brunch spot--the view is absolutely amazing, the customer service is great, and…read morethe food is truly to die for! They're open all day, so you can come in for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, which makes it super convenient. As soon as you walk in, you'll notice a beautiful display of wine bottles, and you can clearly see the full bar ahead--definitely sets the tone that the drinks are going to be just as good as the food. Fabiola was our waitress, and she was incredibly sweet and attentive. She answered all of our questions (and we had a lot!), making the whole experience even better. We all started with coffee--because how could we not at breakfast? Unfortunately, their espresso machine wasn't working, so I went with a regular black coffee with creamer. It was actually pretty good! We didn't order any appetizers, but they have plenty of great options to choose from. For my meal, I ordered the ribeye sandwich, and wow--the meat was so tender and juicy, full of flavor, and the portion was perfect. I could honestly eat this every day. My sister had the chilaquiles, which were highly recommended by the staff, and they definitely lived up to the hype. The only thing is we wished they were a little more saucy, as they were slightly on the dry side. My sister-in-law ordered the big breakfast, which comes with two of everything--huge portions and definitely worth it. Now let's talk about the pancakes... they offer both regular pancakes and Mexican-style pancakes, which are thinner--but honestly, so much better. I cannot stress enough how amazing they were. I absolutely fell in love and would come back just for those alone! Overall, such an amazing place. Highly recommend!

One of the nicest dining options in Ventura. Their Sunday…read moreHH are the best value- but seating fills up super quickly as you have to be in the bar area to receive HH pricing. Extensive craft cocktails, fresh raw and grilled oysters. This is the restaurant for when your parents are visiting, or if you want to impress for a date night. Ventura does not have many fancier date night restaurants so Lure's stands out.

We found ourselves in the area earlier than planned for an appointment, so we stopped in for an…read moreearly lunch. Parking was easy across the street & thru the alley, in the lot with many 4-hr parking spots. Sarah was super warm from the moment we sat down to when we left. Friendly, spot on service, & such lovely energy! She gave us some recommendations - which were really helpful bc there are so many great-sounding things on the menu. We loved everything we tried: Bacon cheddar biscuits - the crunchy bottom crust, the bits of bacon throughout the tender middles, & the sticky glazed/chive topped tops were so so good. The whipped goat cheese butter was almost unnecessary. A must get! We saw others with baskets of fresh sourdough bread - we didn't get any, but we will next time. Sally's sand dabs - a generous amount of lightly floured, delicate wild caught fish with a delicious lemon butter caper sauce. My pineapple coleslaw & parm potato cake were excellent sides. This was super good. Grilled rockfish tacos - 2 large tacos, with our chosen side of miso brussel sprouts. Delicious, with big pieces of super fresh rockfish. Roasted butternut squash - this side of mapley glazed, heavily garlicky squash was delicious. There were a few lesser roasted pieces of squash mixed in but the ones that were more soft & roasty made it all delicious. The covered outside patio was slightly breezy & the option to have the heaters on or off was nice. Walking thru the inside, I saw their beautiful full-service bar & the inside booths. Really, all were nice places to sit in any of the spots. Restaurant manager Kevin brought out a couple of our dishes & said hello, asking how our meals were. Nice! Great food, menu choices for carnivores, pescatarians, veggies, kids, really everyone. Add to that the easy parking & warm service & that makes this one of my fave places in the area. I'd highly recommend coming here for drinks, snacks, lunch, dinner, anytime!

Came here late at night around 1030 PM. First time ever. Read about how this is one of the old…read morebuildings in Downton Oxnard, so decided to check it out since it was the only place open at that time. Very friendly waitress greeted us upon entrance upstairs. We ordered to go as we had our little one with us. Food came quickly while only one other customer was present. We ordered Honey Walnut Shrimp, egg drop soup, and the shrimp corn dumplings. We liked the soup the best. Will have to return earlier in the day to and give it another chance.

Overall 3.5 - is that the rule for good Chinese?Once Golden Chicken Inn NOW New Chicken .. still…read moreoldest restaurant in Ventura County in downtown Oxnard. New owners. Authentic Chinese food, Beijing pies, dumplings and more ! It's an old building ... est since 1929 I believe. So old decor , nothing fancy and there are stairs to climb. We had red Mongolian Beef and General tso. Mongolian beef had a lot of veggies but beef was tender. Tso was crunchy. The restaurant was pretty empty . I think a lot of people grab to go because we were the only guests for the longest. The chef came out and didn't speak much English but was so excited to let us know he was happy to cook for us. Free soda if you pay with cash. We had cash and our dishes were about $16 . We left tip. Parking can be difficult.

Looking for somewhere to eat fish and chips passing through Oxnard and this did not disappoint!…read moreLove that they have family bucket of fish and chips and had the Dodger game on. The fish was FRESH. Perfectly crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside. Also got burgers for the kids and hush puppies. The kids burgers were cooked nicely, not dry. Everything was made to order so expect a small wait but very worth it. Service was friendly and very casual spot with really good food. Stop in and give it a try!

If you've been in Oxnard for a while, chances are you've heard of Hook, Line & Sinker. It's a true…read morelocal gem that's been serving up fresh seafood and local catches since the late 90s. For over 25 years, this spot has remained a "go to" in the community, and we love seeing these old school treasures continue to thrive. From the moment you walk in, you get those nostalgic, old-school vibes. Loved all of the decor and pictures of fisherman throughout the place. The service here was awesome. Super friendly and welcoming, and the gentleman at the register gave great recommendations. He knew the menu well and was able to help me out with some suggestions. Honestly, the menu is so extensive it was hard to choose, but here's what I went with: Fish & Chips (2 piece plate): 5/5. The batter was light yet perfectly crispy, not overly heavy, and the fish itself was fresh, flaky, and high quality. Paired with a solid tartar sauce, this is a must order dish. The French fries were classic and I loved their coleslaw. Grilled Thresher Shark Plate: 4.5/5. This one was a standout for me given how hard it is to find shark on menus nowadays. I actually grew up eating shark, so this felt super nostalgic. The staff highly recommended it, and I'm so glad I listened. The grilled shark was mild, tender, and full of flavor thanks to their delicious balsamic glaze marinade. If you've ever been curious about trying shark, this is the place to do it. I'll be back again for this soon. Overall, the food was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying and the best part? It doesn't break the bank. Prices were reasonable and portions were generous. Definitely check them out if you haven't already, a great old school restaurant in Oxnard.

At the end of the day when we're done sailing, we just want to go sit somewhere nice and have a…read morebeer and a glass of wine The lookout bar and Grill is so close to the Channel Islands Harbor, and they always seem to have very fun people working there Highly recommended it as that neighborhood bar

I must say this place is a wonderful place with great food. The service was impeccable and the…read morewait times were not bad at all especially with eating with 9 people. This place has my strongest recommendation for all to try. In addition I went there between 12 and 1p.m and it was quite during that time. But the place does have a bar as well. And I must say the view of the boat yard is also a complimentary view that is also enjoyable during the day. The only thing about this place are the prices are just a bit high. Most items are from 15 to 20 dollars. But once you are finished you are full and satisfied without a doubt.

The food was amazing! I had the shrimp Po'Boy and my daughter had the 2pc Fried Chicken (Leg &…read moreWing) with macaroni and cheese and corn bread. The service was fantastic, was a husband, wife and daughter operation and they were down right hospitable. The ambience was average but they did have an area for live music, which they said they have on the weekends! A must try and I will definitely be back to try some gator and gumbo!!

I ordered the gumbo. It's a complete different type of gumbo that I'm used too. This one is more…read moresoupy. Watery and honestly, I didn't even know if I like it or not. It has some meat, sausages and crab legs, some shredded chicken meat mixed with the rice and the soup. No okra, No beans, not spicy at all. Grayish watery gumbo. On the side, I was given like a tapatio kind of spicy sauce. The other one that I got is shrimp creole. NOW.... This is yummy. More like the gumbo that I frequent. Thick stew, shrimp, perfect spice. Love this!. Staff are super kind and friendly. Extra star for them. I'm coming back for more Shrimp creole!!