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    Rumfish y Vino

    4.4 (1.5k reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Erika C.

    I love Rumfish! Went in late July (whoops, late review) and was very happy with the food and service. They have great virgin mocktails and the wait staff was very friendly and doted on us all night. I got my favorite, their ceviche, and as always it was delish! I also just love the vibe in here, whether you're in their beautiful outdoor patio (reserve a table if you want to be there!) or inside.

    Ken C.

    I must say... this may be the best restaurant in Ventura! High praise on the service. Waitress was always checking in, great recommendation and so polite. That alone always gives a restaurant a huge boost. But on top of that, the cocktails were all great and the food was amazing. I love how you can mix and match the tacos. That's a game changer! I was able to add a taco and get 4 and do half pork and half fried fish. Getting that variety allowed me to share And try different dishes. Incredible. We sat outside and weather was perfect. Great vibes all night. This is the place to be when visiting Ventura!

    Fish tacos
    Jaz M.

    If your looking for a cute trendy place to have a great lunch or dinner than don't look any further, Rumfish y Vino is an awesome spot to check out with AMAZING FOOD. If you love seafood, you gotta check this place out in Ventura. Located right off Main Street, you will find them in the middle of Palm Street. Great ambiance and decor at this resteraunt. They have a bar with TVs so good place to catch sports as we are there for the World Cup. We ordered the grilled malhi tacos and the tuna melt. Both dishes will run you around $20 bucks and THE QUALITY HERE IS SUPERB. Food is very flavorful and fresh. Both items were a 10/10 and can't reccomend enough. Cant wait to come back and try a couple dishes that caught my eye from their menu. Thanks Rumfish y Vino for the great food and hospitality. Till next time!

    Fish Taco Happy Hour
    Kira L.

    Have been here many times but it's been a while, seems like happy hour or the kitchen has changed! Service was fine and patio was lovely as always. Ordered the usual Watermelon Mojito and fish taco. The tortilla was extremely oily and flat and smooth unlike any tortilla I've seen. The grilled mahi mahi was very overcooked, dry and almost dusty tasting, I did not finish the taco. Fries were okay. I've been here for many meals but something seems to be different! I usually love the flatbread pizza, the leche de tigre ceviche is not what you'd hope of a true leche de tigre. Dragonfruit caipiroska is on the bland side but love the mojito. Still enjoy the $9 and $10 wines and cocktails.

    Mussels in garlic and white wine broth- superb!
    Jason S.

    Remarkable food, service and ambiance! Service is always on point here, outstanding happy hour and the entrees for dinner superb! Had a few items of honorable mention: the mussels, ceviche and the flatbread pizza- unreal! Also, very nicely crafted cocktails and wine list, my hats off to the persons who chose the wines! Absolutely epic experience and highly recommend coming here over and over.

    Fish tacos

    Exploring Ventura downtown. A friend suggested this place. We had lunch there. Nicely decorated courtyard area, friendly and fast service. Good food quality at reasonable price points. The goat cheese flatbread was absolutely wonderful ! I had the fish taco - also very good. BTW - the prices have gone up so the pricing on the yelp website were old prices.

    Table in front of the fireplace on the patio
    Guy R.

    Was lucky enough to get the table in front of the fireplace on the patio. All the food was fantastic. Can't wait to go back and try other items on the menu. The margaritas are killer! Great bar. Attended a event there in their banquet space and that was also wonderful.

    Crudo
    Gina S.

    We came here right after going to the beach, and it was definitely a nice place to relax. I really loved the outdoor area, and the overall ambiance was beautiful and inviting. We ordered a few drinks, which were good, along with the crudo. Unfortunately, the crudo dish was the one dish that really disappointed me. The fish seemed like it had been frozen--it lacked flavor and had a slightly chewy, tough texture. I definitely wouldn't order that again. The seafood dish with chorizo, however, was actually very good. We also ordered the Wagyu burger with garlic fries, which was delicious, and the cochinita pibil tacos, which were also enjoyable. Overall, everything was good except for the hamachi. The drinks were fine, the atmosphere was nice, and we had a pleasant experience. That said, it wasn't really a "wow" experience that would make me want to come back. For the price, I think it's okay, but I wouldn't say it's an especially great value.

    Iryna N.

    Rumfish y Vino for Mother's Day. We made a reservation a week before and only had to wait about 10 minutes past our time, which honestly was not bad for such a busy day. The restaurant has a really cute Mediterranean/Italian vibe with gorgeous lemon trees and comfy patio seating. It was chilly outside, but the heaters made it comfortable. Staff was friendly, just very busy because of the holiday. Food took around an hour, but understandable for Mother's Day. The food was excellent. I got the flatbread with apricot jam and bacon, and it was such a good mix of sweet and savory with fresh arugula on top. Definitely recommend it. My boyfriend got the wagyu burger medium with fries and everything was cooked perfectly and served hot. Other people at our table got shrimp and corn, fish tacos, and burgers, and everything looked really good. Great place, will come back

    Carissa C.

    I honestly hate eating out because my partner went to culinary school, so the food we cook at home is always superior - this spot, however, we would come to again & again. The vegan cauliflower tacos were so good, & my partner also really loved their dish! Only restaurant we've been to that has impressed us both, & yes we've been to a lot lol.

    Cocktail
    Maureen W.

    After a recommendation from a friend, the fam and I went to this magical little spot in Ventura. We sat outside in the ferry lit alley. Service was exceptional. The server was sweet, knowledgeable, and she recommended a good wine and food. we had the quinoa salad to start, which was actually so delicious that I want to replicate the recipe if I can. Totally fresh and flavorful and ahem, healthy. We also had the goat cheese flatbread, which was absolutely delicious. For the Main, I personally had the hanger steak, which was fantastic. Great chimichurri and delicious broccolini accompanied it. One of my Rugrats had the burger which he said was the best Wagyu he's ever had. The other one had the cauliflower tacos and she was very satisfied. Hubs had the fish tacos which he devoured so I'm assuming he would give it a thumbs up. I had a nice cocktail to start and a glass of local wine to finish and I was very satisfied overall. I highly recommend coming here for a superb dinner experience.

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    Zsanae K.

    I had a few places in mind, what made me decide to come here was seeing their lunch menu. NGL I remembered the service not being the best but decided go anyway. It hasn't changed. We had to ask to ask several different people for the same thing. We enjoyed our food. The salad was chefs kiss. The outside patio is beautiful.

    Heidy M.

    We stopped in for lunch after our friends recommended we try Rumfish. We were seated on the patio by a very friendly and attentive waiter. He recommended a few drinks and an appetizer to get us started and they were all great! We both had fish tacos, and ceviche, both very fresh, delicious and filling. Our drinks were delicious, and the alcohol in my margarita may have been skipped, but it was still tasty. Parking was easy on the street and the area is full of shops, restaurants and bars. Very fun and safe to walk around. Rumfish was very inviting, not loud and we felt very welcomed when we arrived. We highly recommend a stop here. Cheers!

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    Excellent as usual. Yummy. Service was lovely. Dependable great time, lunch or dinner, this month. Flavors, textures, quality excellent.

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    Ask the Community - Rumfish y Vino

    How's the parking?

    There is a very large FREE all day parking lot behind the restaurant. You enter from Oak Street. The entrance is on Oak between Main and Poli. There is a stairway down to the restaurant entrance!

    How many gluten free (celiac in our group) dinner options do you have?

    We have many great options! Just let your server know and they will help guide you to the gluten free options and alert the kitchen.

    Do they allow dogs on the patio?

    Absolutely, Great place for dogs, we Bring ours.

    Is this Belizean cuisine? My parents are both from Belize so I recognize it!! :)

    Our original is in Belize. We opened in 2008 there, so our menu is very much inspired by Belize cuisine.

    Can we order from the dinner menu during happy hour? And can we order ahead for our reservation?

    Yes we did

    How are their gluten free options?

    Variety of menu options, particularly fresh seafood, some vegan and veggie dishes, plus tacos with corn tortillas

    Is the Happy Hour at the bar only?

    Nope. Anywhere!

    Is there any vegetarian options besides the flat bread pizza?

    There are vegetarian options.

    How expensive are they?

    It really depends on what you order. They have wonderful flatbreads that are $14.00/ $15.00. The main entree is a bit more $25/$30 but totally worth it. They also have wagyu burgers $17.00. Check out the menu on their web site runfishyvinoventura.com

    Is brunch reservations available Saturday morning?

    Saturday we open at 11:30 for Lunch (Brunch is only served Sunday) but yes we take reservations! Let us know what time and how many! You can also use Open Table for reservations!

    Is this restaurant reservations only?

    Reservations are recommended, especially on Fridays and Saturdays, but we always accommodate walk ins as best as possible!

    Is there any mustard in the conch fritters or the sauce that goes with them? Yes, it's an allergy. I'll have to come in and try them soon!

    No mustard no sauce just a squeeze of lemon :)

    Do they still have Valet Parking available?

    Yes, definitely on the weekend (F-Su). Not sure about the weekdays

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    Yes! We are dog friendly!!!

    How do I go about contacting Rumfish about have a large party of 20 people on the outside patio for my wife's birthday party?

    call them drirectly...copied and pasted... Address: 34 N Palm St, Ventura, CA 93001… 

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    The Cave - The biscuits and gravy and potatoes were perfect just enough gravy and just enough seasoning on the potatoes

    The Cave

    4.3(833 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    •$$

    I came here for the first time to try some wine and snacks after dinner. We sampled some of their…read morewines from their very cool-looking dispensers. And we ordered the chefs charcuterie board. The charcuterie board was delicious! The bread was warm and obviously homemade. All the different cheeses tasted fresh and there were also candied walnuts which were fantastic. I was really impressed by their wine dispensers and how many varieties they had of different selections. I think overall we tried 4-6 different wines for less than $40. The ambiance of the inside reminds me a little bit of Squidwards house (but in a good way) with a high arched ceiling and classical decor. I would love to come back and try their other food and sample more wine.

    Last December, a friend came across The Cave while looking for a place to have lunch in Ventura and…read moresuggested we give it a try. I'm really glad he did because it's the kind of place I probably wouldn't have found on my own. The first thing that caught our attention was the self-serve wine dispensers lined with bottles ready to sample. We had a lot of fun walking back and forth, looking over the different selections, and deciding what to taste next. Being able to sample wines by the ounce before committing to a full glass made the whole experience feel interactive. I especially liked that I could compare different Cabernet Sauvignons side by side, which isn't something you get to do very often. After trying a few different Cabernets, Chimney Rock ended up being my favorite. The dining room added to the experience. The cave-like ceilings, warm lighting, and comfortably spaced tables made it easy to settle in, enjoy our lunch, and catch up without feeling cramped or rushed. If you enjoy trying different wines, it's easy to lose track of time here. We started with a cheese plate, which turned out to be much more generous than I expected. It came with a nice assortment of cheeses, crisp apple slices, grapes, candied walnuts, crostini, and a savory relish on the side. It was a great dish to share with our wine. My friend ordered the tuna poke tower, and we shared the cheese flatbread and sweet potato fries. I went with the Original Cave Salad with salmon, which came with a generous piece of perfectly cooked salmon over fresh greens, apples, grapes, walnuts, and blue cheese. Everything tasted fresh, and the portions were generous enough that we left completely satisfied. One thing I appreciated was that we never felt rushed. Lunch naturally turned into an afternoon of catching up, comparing notes on the different wines, and deciding which pours we wanted to try next. Before we left, we wandered through the wine shop one more time. If you discover a favorite during lunch, you can pick up a bottle before heading home, which is a nice touch. I'm really glad my friend found this place. The next time I'm in Ventura, it'll definitely be on my list again.

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    Rocks & Drams - Rocks & Drams Barlounge 14 s California St. Downtown Ventura

    Rocks & Drams

    4.3(306 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    I had such a great experience at Rocks and Drams! I was greeted at the door by Dre, who was…read moreincredibly kind and welcoming. I had no idea what I wanted to eat, and he took the time to give me several suggestions before helping me narrow it down to the wings and the garlic noodle bowl with steak and shrimp. The crispy wings were PERFECT, and the garlic noodle bowl was absolutely delicious. The steak and shrimp were such a good combination. What really stood out, though, was the hospitality. Dre made me feel genuinely welcomed and taken care of from the moment I walked in. Great food and even better service. I'll definitely be back!

    Absolutely loved everything we ordered! The wings were SO delicious--I usually drench my wings in…read moreranch, but these were so flavorful and perfectly cooked that I didn't even need to dip them once! The mac & cheese was amazing, and the lamb chops were delicious too. The Watermelon Breeze was definitely my favorite drink--it was so refreshing! Everything was honestly 10/10. I also have to give a huge shoutout to Dre, who was an amazing host! I loved how he took the time to explain the whole concept behind the restaurant and share the family background. You can really feel the love and passion behind this place, and that made the experience even more special. I absolutely love supporting local, family-owned businesses, and this one is officially my new favorite! The vibe is so cute, CLEAN and homey--perfect for a girls' night, date night, or just a night out with good food and good company. Definitely can't wait to come back!

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    Aperitivo - Trottole

    Aperitivo

    4.8(167 reviews)
    24.6 mi

    A warning: don't come here…read more If you come here, your expectations for any future plate of expertly and carefully prepared crudo will be extinguished forever in the aftermath--the afterlife--of a crudo so delicate, so beautifully presented that few plates could compare. There was life before this crudo plate, and there is life afterward. Burrata? You haven't *tasted* burrata. A plump burrata seeming to bloom amongst hefty slices of speck resting on a bed of some of the sweetest peaches I've ever eaten, grains of oil-kissed mustard seed divinely adorning its crown. I'm light-headed writing this. My queendom for burrata of this caliber. Now, the service. Exquisite, warm, intelligent. Lindsey (Lindsay? Please tell me how to spell thy name!) was incredible. From the moment we walked in, to the moment we left, we felt genuinely welcomed and cared for throughout our dining experience. I was merely passing through on my way back home to Claremont from Monterey (on a research trip; you didn't ask, dear reader, but this context is essential as research takes its toll on one's nervous system and sometimes only a glass of wine and delightful aperitivos will do to calm thyself) and decided to stop here on a whim. Don't come here, lest you find some excuse to drive 2.5 hours out of your way from the Inland Empire to Santa Barbara to taste not only these delights again, but to feel welcomed so wholesomely into a space where it is clear (from service to food prep) that the art of the aperitivo is not lost, not shallowly puppeteered for an unknowing diner, but ALIVE, and vibrantly so. Thank you to everyone there for one of the best dining experiences of my life. I will be back. Don't come. Turn away. Do not embrace the internal shifting of one's sense of self. Like Stephen King warns his Constant Reader at the end of The Dark Tower: "Should you go on, you will surely be disappointed, perhaps even heartbroken...Endings are heartless. Ending is just another word for goodbye. Would you still? Very well, then, come. (Do you hear me sigh?) Here is the Dark Tower, at the end of End-World. See it, I beg. See it very well. Here is the Dark Tower at sunset." Here, at Aperitivo, is a materialized sunset that you can taste in every bite. Like many, I read beyond Stephen King's warning to see the truth of what lay at the culmination of his most famous series. I want the truth, however painful it may be. If you are strong enough to embrace a shift in what a truly special dining experience *can* be, then come, at your own peril. Oh, and they have txakoli. Long days and pleasant nights, dear reader.

    Not the first and definitely not the last we'll be here. Stumbled upon Aperitivo a few years ago,…read moreand it was some of the best and most authentic Italian food I'd ever had (even before knowing what real Italian food tasted like). Now that I've come back from Italy, I have a greater appreciation for Aperitivo and what it stands for. Definitely fell in love with the concept of aperitivo in Italy, and this restaurant really embodies that concept. Sat down and got myself a Negroni. It was pretty damn good and close to what a real negroni would taste like if it had Campari. Was pleasantly surprised that they gave us snacks on the side (in true spirit of aperitivo) and then proceeded to crush some crudo and mortadella sandwich. Afterwards, ended the night off with delicious affogato. Really brought me back to my time in Italy. The menu is always fresh and seasonal, so there's always something new to look forward to. Will definitely be back.

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    Inside view. Love the checkered floor

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    Inside view - Get here early because they get busy!

    The Knock - The Burger

    The Knock

    3.9(244 reviews)
    24.3 mi
    •$$$
    Free WiFi
    Outdoor seating

    Service here is great, they did not have the bone marrow and steak tartare. I think it's because…read morethey had too many people over the weekend. The Independent magazine article on this restaurant so I think it drew a crowd. When they asked us if we wanted indoor or outdoor, the indoor was too toasty for us so we opted for the outdoor seating. I came here because I wanted their Tomahawk Tuesday. I guess you can say it's a fancier version of Taco Tuesday or better spin-off...just costlier than tacos. The Pull-A-Part rolls are not that bad. It reminded me of a Hawaiian bun with the everything bagel seasoning on top and they provided some butter that had a little bit of a herbal taste. The short rib croquettes were very tiny and the short rib was dry. But I like how the corn was fresh and had a nice snap and the sauce had a nice Chipotle flavor. The tuna tostadas were very tiny for the amount that they cost. The tuna was flavored but still had a slight fishiness. I would not order it again because it's so tiny for the price. I did like the Fresno chilies on them tho. The smoke mac and cheese was pretty good. I did like the chewy texture, but it was not super smokey. The smoked gouda and parmesan was a good flavor combo. The green beans were crunchy and the toasted almonds gave it a little bit of nuttiness. The wife felt like it should have had some garlic flavor. And for the star of the show, the tomahawk was cooked a little unevenly. But I do appreciate them cooking the meat near the bone and accommodating us for wanting less salt on the steak. This is the only places we've been to that has actually cooked the meat on the tomahawk so you can actually eat the meat off of the bone. They do offer some chimichurri and some other creamy sauce. But I really like the chimichurri. The knife they provide to cut the meat is actually fun to cut with. I used the big knife over the steak knife (on the cutting board). In terms of flavor, I still prefer the Willows tomahawk, but this place is closer and the tomahawk is cheaper. I did appreciate them adding the cooked cherry tomatoes and green onions. It added a nice color to the steak and also good flavor. Our waitress Jennifer was nice and personable and also gave us some caramel popcorn on the house, which she informed us they make in house. The caramel popcorn reminded me of cracker jacks with no nuts. I would come back, but mainly for their tomahawk Tuesdays.

    This is a tale of two parts... Firstly, the food was wonderful! But pretty much everything else…read morewas a disaster! We arrived for a booking at 6:15. There were three people behind the bar, but none of them took any notice of us. We finally approached the bartender and told him we had a reservation, expecting him to take some action or find a member of staff to help us. All he did was slap two menus on the bar top and say, well, what do you want?! Not a good beginning! Finally, after asking a second and third time, one of the other people came out from the bar area and talked to us. It was horribly hot in the restaurant. Seems their air conditioning had been broken for over a week and no one was going to fix it for at least another week. Clearly, they have no concern for their customers. It was unfortunate that it was the hottest day in Santa Barbara for over 30 years! So we were left with no option other than to sit outside, right on State Street. We thought we were coming to a lovely restaurant dining experience, but instead we had a constant stream of traffic, hot-rods, motorcycles and traffic while we ate. Not the ambiance we wanted at all for a special birthday meal. All of that aside, the food was wonderful! So it is a sad story indeed that the management couldn't take care of their customers so we would want to return. I'm guessing this iteration of the restaurant for The Hotel California will go the same way as its predecessors... closed! But if you try it, the beet salad was lovely! The fish and chips were fresh and the fries were fantastic! Lovely and hot as they hit our table - very nice indeed. And we were served a surprise birthday dessert of 'Baked Alaska'. It was quite simple amazing! Highly recommend this!! If you do go to The Knock I hope they get their act together - it would be a shame to not give this place a chance... but they do have to get better for me to go back.

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    Shalhoob's Funk Zone Patio - 1/4 Rack of Ribs

    Shalhoob's Funk Zone Patio

    4.3(711 reviews)
    24.4 mi
    •$$

    Came to Santa Barbara for the first time and this was the first stop my friend and I made. Holyyyyy…read moreeverything was so good! Great way to kick off the trip. We ordered the nachos with pulled pork, Mac and cheese with brisket, and two burgers. We underestimated how much food was coming out . Not only was it huge portions, everything also tasted so good. The people taking our orders were also super sweet.

    Funk in Public…read more Family-owned and operated local chain of restaurants and butcher shops that's been serving the Santa Barbara community for over fifty years (ca. 1973). This location is in Santa Barbara's "Funk Zone" district, which was formerly an industrial area that's turned into a wine and art district full of interesting places to gander. The Good: * Huge dog-friendly covered outdoor seating * Full lineup of their signature Shalhoob craft beers. They also have fermented grapes and liquor, if beer isn't your jam. * Service was friendly and welcoming. * Street Parking and City-owned lots, as well. The lots are your best bet, and they're free for a short while. * Prices are very reasonable for a BBQ place. * The Street Corn app might be the best thing we ate here as the corn was super fresh right off the cob, and the Chipotle aioli was superb. * BBQ Beans was more of a bean soup, but it was decent. * Mac & Cheese was also pretty good. Carrots enjoyed it more than I did, but I might've been grumpy from the shitty meats (more on that in a minute). The Meh: * Tritip was completely dry and tasted like it was cooked in the oven and then finished on the grill. But, I will say, at least it was edible unlike the ribs... The Ugly: * Maybe the worst ribs I've ever had. They were just completely hammered with salt and completely blew out my palate within two bites, which is a shame because they were tender and cooked well, but jfc, no amount of sauce or anything is going to save something this salty. Conclusion: Maybe we just caught them on a bad day because a place doesn't survive for over fifty years serving up meat like this. I'd be willing to give them another try someday, but I need my tongue to recover first.

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    Shalhoob's Funk Zone Patio - Family style

    Family style

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