It was okay - I had high hopes for this local restaurant- but for me it was a no. Food was ok service not so much

This restaurant is a hidden gem tucked away in a stripmall. The decor is classy and refined. The servers are friendly and knowledgeable. The prices are on the high end, but worth it for a special evening out. We come here on special occasions and always enjoy both the food and the overall experience. The atmosphere is elegant and feels very romantic. I would definitely recommend making reservations and attire is on the dressier side. read more

Sheila's Place - Ribeye Steak with fingering potatoes and broccolini - New American Near Me - Camarillo, California

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We've lived in Camarillo for nearly a decade, and had always meant to try Shelia's. The opportunity presented itself on our anniversary. We had reservations and were seated very quickly. It was crowded with just a few empty tables at 7:15p on a Saturdaty. The vibe inside is quite pleasant - definitely a contrast to the strip mall exterior. Neither of us are big wine drinkers, and the sommelier came over in short order to help guide our decisions. I had the chipotle chicken soup special, and my wife had a half order pear salad. The soup was quite good, but had very little spice to it - it was just a good tortilla soup. My wife really liked her salad - pickled pears and a very light dressing. For entrees, my wife had the special blackened salmon. The fish was perfectly cooked, flavorful and tender. I had the rib eye; ordered medium rare. The broccolini were outstanding - crispy at the tips and perfectly cooked at the stalk. The steak came out extra rare with melted blue cheese smeared on top (cheese was expected; under-cooked was not). The cheese dominated the flavor profile, and it became clear after one bite that the steak was too rare to eat. Both my wife and I tried to catch the eye of our server, who had been quite attentive ahead of the entrees arriving. We finally got the busboy to grab our waitress. When I showed her how rare my steak was, she was unapologetic, but offered to take it back and have it cooked more. I'm not sure what I expected, but in a restaurant at this price point, I don't think it's OK to make the client feel like they're being overly picky. The busboy mentioned later in passing that he was surprised at how rare the steak was. The re-cooked steak came back fairly quickly. Again, no apologies. Nothing offered as a comp to smooth out the experience. No visit from the manager. Don't get me wrong, I understand that steaks don't always come out as ordered. At this price point, however, service is critical. I don't feel like the service was any better than Wood Ranch or Bendans - certainly not worth the substantial premium. By comparison, the servers are much more attentive at Twenty88 in my experience. Summary: We had a good time at Shelia's, but as one of Camarillo's higher-end restaurants, the experience didn't match the price point. The food was good but not extraordinary. I really wanted to love it here - to have a special place in town to enjoy a night out without the kids. Shelia's fell a bit flat for me overall. read more

Really nice local place. An old school vibe. Friendly staff. Food good.

Pros, Cons, then Summary Went here with friends over the weekend. PROs-- Delicious food and great drinks. the wine was great too. The dessert we had, bread pudding I believe, was also wonderful. This is truly a hidden gem, as others have noted. Excellent service, and I do believe it is local family owned. The salmon was awesome. Our entire table was extremely satisfied. The owner was a very nice fellow who had great personality. CONs--None really, other than the fact it only had 1 toilet...which is a pet peeve of mine. That isn't enough to lose a star though. Also, it can be a tad on the pricey side, so I'll only be coming here on payday lol Would I go back? Yes, and hope to in the near future and as long as I'm living in the area. read more

The ambiance was nice but the food wasn't that great. No real vegetarian options besides salads and plain pasta, which was a bummer. read more

Sheila's Place - Inside - New American Near Me - Camarillo, California

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Nice restaurant environment, very good food , my pasta plate was really tasty I enjoyed the excellent service l the red merlot and great espresso coffee read more

Wonderful eclectic place! The food and wine is great! Highly recommend! The crab cakes are to die for!

What a gem of a family owned restaurant! The ambiance packed with happy locals and feeling much like a warm neighborhood find. The wine list so vas with fine wine it could keep even an oenophile busy! From the ahi tuna tartar tower to the apple bread pudding with rosemary infused ice cream... delicious! My favorite of the night probably the pork belly, superb! Executive Chef Ivan even taking time away from his bustling kitchen to charmingly (Adorable!) greet some of his local patrons, impressive. Bertha and Pablo were lovely and attentive really making everyone feel special even on a busy night. Cant express the surprise of just how nice this whole dining experience was, shopping strip location et al! Well worth coming from Malibu Canyon, looking forward to going back soon and bringing others. But shhhhh, let's jus keep this our private little secret.... cause it's a great find. read more

For the uninitiated, this could be a HIDDEN GEM of Camarillo! Well, I guess FOR ME it was, cuz I NEVER heard of it til we had a business dinner there one night, and I was raised in Ventura County! Guess I must've just joined the cool mature crowd or sumthin'! :) My partners touted how Sheila's was a really happening scene for some time until the original owners moved on. What remains are incredible morsels & an extensive wine list sure to appease any wine snob, AND, it's run by solid crew. ;) Found in an unassuming Camarillo strip mall by the Paseo Camarillo Theatres, parking can be a challenge as there's other restaurants vying for traffic, as well as the theatre. The menu constantly changes, as the cook continually comes up with delicious creations. Certainly, Don't pass up on the balsamic vinaigrette concoction (18 ingredients) that comes with bread. SOOO yumsters, you REALLY gotta fight the urge to ask for seconds! So we ordered a few things from the menu... *WILD MAINE SCALLOPS: YUMMY! Scallops arrived just right & weren't gummy at all. And that sweet corn salsa & avocado lime purée?!?! Gimme gimme all of it!! Wifey & I were battling forks to get all of it. Clean plate here! *FILET MIGNON: (8oz.) Requested medium rare and that's what I got. Perfectly prepared with this brandy peppercorn sauce... I'm really spoiling myself with this lil chunk of delightfulness! Mashed potatoes were perfectly lumpy and not overly greasy. Chinese broccoli was perfectly crisped. Mmmm, so good! :) *RIBEYE STEAK: (14oz.) Wifey requested it medium and she was thrilled to get a steak prepared the way she wanted it. Delicious in itself with encrusted black peppercorn, the fingerling potatoes & blistered padron peppers complimented the steak well! Solid meal! *CHOCOLATE TOFFEE KAHLUA MOUSSE CAKE ($9): TRULY, a decadent dessert! Although one of the few things not crafted here, it's still worth the extra calories. Yes! Save room for this evilness of delight ;) EASY Recommendation! Props to D. Kolder for da hook up here! Definitely a solid choice for lunch or date night with yur significant other :) read more

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Sheila's place is a true gem. Everything on the menu is very good to outstanding. They chef is very talented and expertly prepares amazing dishes. Many chefs overdo it by making dishes too saucy, or heavy, or salty. But, not at Sheila's. Here, it is always amazing. Even the salads are legendary. They have ample seating at tables and the bar. If this place ever relocated to Westlake, there would be a line out the door every night. But in Camarillo, you can almost always find a seat. The family who runs the restaurant are super friendly and provide great service. The owner is a Master Sommelier, and expertly picks out a wide variety of wines by the bottle and by the glass. There is always something I really enjoy. If you want to enjoy an outstanding dining experience that is the best Camarillo has to offer, this is a must try. read more

Excellent food, service, and experience! The hanger steak was cooked perfectly and had great flavor. Highly recommend! Will be coming back.

Very nice! Two couples for dinner on a Wednesday. Ordered the scallop app, three salads. Two rib eye dinners, one filet mignon, and and salmon dish all in total. Perfection! Service was good. We sat at the nice private table by the fireplace. Celebrating a birthday and they didn't ask or mention they would do anything special. three hundred dollars for the whole bill which included one bottle of Cambria Chardonnay. read more

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I can't believed we have waited so long to try Sheila's. I have driven by the strip mall where Sheila's is located before, but tonight we decided it was time for an at home date night. We ordered the Kobe Burger, Pear Salad and Margherita Pizza. All were amazing. The meal also came with two rolls and a garlic sauce that was to die for. The curst on the pizza was so homemade and crispy, just the way I prefer. The salad and the dressing with candied pecans was so fresh and super tasty. The Kobe burger was juicy, and medium-well to perfection. The aioli on the burger took it to the next level. We will for sure be back to Sheila's. Like others have noted this is a hidden Camarillo Gem. I would also add that they appear to be following COVID-19 mandates and everything was super clean, staff wearing masks and socially distancing. read more

Had my first experience at Sheila's Place yesterday for an early Mother's Day celebration with my family party of six. To avoid any possible wait time, I went ahead and called a couple hours ahead to place reservations. Sheila's Place is tucked in the densely populated shopping center that includes Panna's Eyebrow Threading, Bobby's Mexican, Basil & Mint, Jersey Mikes, and Wood Ranch across the street. There was plenty of parking available. Upon arrival we were greeted and escorted to our table. My mom brought up the observation that only certain tables had linen cloths while others did not (our's did not). Ambiance is romantic, but inviting for families and/or groups. My family and I all have various interests and so I specifically selected this restaurant for dinner as I was fond of the variety of dishes included the dinner menu including fish, beef, pasta, pizza, etc. Our order consisted of the following: Baked Brie: Good taste. First time trying brie in baked form. Ahi Tuna Tartare: Fresh fish, recommend adding the avocado. Blackened Salmon Filet Mignon: Asked for well done, but the inside was still red. Duck Breast: MUST TRY! Absolute amazing and tasty dish! Spicy Italian Pizza Fig & Prosciutto Pizza: Another MUST TRY! I always love anything with prosciutto. I was a little turned off of the fact that it took sooooo long to receive our check. Not sure if this is a usual thing at wine bars that also serve as restaurants as I had the same experience at another local wine bar+ restaurant. Staff had clearly taken all of our plates and we had already declined dessert. However, I did appreciate the list of wines that would pair perfect with the desserts. There appeared to be plenty of staff support and the seating was probably about a quarter occupied. Once they brought back the check, the rest of the process was seamless. read more

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We had such a wonderful time this evening at Sheila's! When my dad first mentioned Sheila's for my birthday dinner, I was skeptical. He's notorious for choosing cheap, bland, chain restaurants for our family get togethers. Looked them up on Yelp, and agreed!! Our dinner was fantastic, to say the least. We received awesome guidance on our wine selections from our waitress, and ordered 2 salads to share between the 4 of us. They split them on our own separate plates, love it! I had the autumn salad, and was impressed by the warm tomato, crisp fruit, and slices of butternut squash. Father enjoyed his Greek salad thoroughly. For dinner I had the Alaskan Halibut, and my sister had the Lamb Shank Special. The Halibut was fresh and had the tastiest white wine sauce with cherry tomatoes, eggplant, carrots and broccoli. The whole meal was just perfect. My sister's braised lamb shank was so tender, had a delicious balsamic reduction, and came with a side of roasted veggies as well. As I write this, she is reminding me to note that sauce that came with our dinner rolls. "FUCKING AMAZING." If I had one note of constructive criticism, it would be that our water glasses were never refilled. I will say, we shut the place down, staying until 930p. My father was on a hilariously offensive, politically incorrect tirade at one point, and to give the staff credit where credit is due, they never once shushed us, or asked us to leave. We had a blast at Sheila's and I plan on recommending them to everyone for a fancy dinner out with a nice mellow atmosphere. Thanks for the great meal! read more

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Fabulous meal. Service is amazing. The best Corned Beef ever! Ambiance is great as always. I come every week and will continue to do so. Love it here. read more

I've had this place bookmarked for a while and have been holding back assuming it would be an adult atmosphere and when out, we usually have our toddler with us. But today out of the whim we decided to give it a try with our toddler along. The place was empty since it was a little after 2:30pm. Great soft ambiance and walls decked out with a great selection of wines. We had the chicken pasta toscana and the fig and prosciutto pizza. Both dishes were fantastic! The pasta sauce was creamy and flavorful filled with tender thin chicken breasts, sundried tomatoes and artichokes. The pizza was my favorite. The perfect balance of sweet and salty. The crust was thin and crispy. The blue cheese was perfectly distributed and provided the perfect balance of flavor. I'm a sucker for arugula and this pizza was topped with a generous amount on top with parmesan shavings. I enjoyed a delicious glass of Zinfandel from Opola Wines in Paso Robles. When dining local, I prefer to have local wines. Paso Robles wines are some of my favorites. Service was great! We probably got more attention since we were the only dining guests in there. We really admired and appreciated the fact that someone came up to us to assure us it's ok if our toddler is a bit loud or anything. She told us she wanted to make sure we got to enjoy lunch and not to worry about keeping her quiet. We were 2 happy parents!! Overall we had a great late lunch. The ambiance and great staff made experience well worth it. We will be back to try out the dinner menu. read more

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My husband and I went there tonight for our 30th Anniversary. The service was top notch. They were very attentive to our needs. The food was superb. My husband had split pea soup and I had the Caesar salad for our appetizers. Both of which were amazing. The filet just melted in my mouth. The beef stroganoff was excellent. The sauce and meat were fabulous!. Definitely a wonderful place to dine. read more

This place is a gem in Camarillo! When you walk in, you will see a large selection of wine from all across the world. We learned that each bottle of wine were specifically selected by the owners. When they travel, they meet other owners and bring back their special selection of wine to the restaurant. The food here is very rich in flavor because they use quality produce from local farmers. I'm vegan and the chef accommodated to what I can eat. My family got bruschetta as an appetizer and the owners made it a point to give me a few pieces that were vegan friendly so I can enjoy bruschetta with my family. We met a few regulars who made their recommendations. My mom got the special house salad, my sister got the stuffed salmon, my fiance got the kobe burger (spanish version), my father got the kobe burger as well (and loved the salad it came with) and I got a vegetable spaghetti medley specifically made with all organic produce. This is the perfect place to impress a date, business clients and/or celebrate a special occasion. You don't have to feel obligated to dress up to come to such a beautiful place because the ambiance alone is homey and full of character. You will feel right at home. Last note, we came on a Friday night and we got to enjoy the live music they had. If you like mellow music like jazz, soft classics, you got to make it a point to come when they have their live musicians play for you while you dine. read more

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Recently went for dinner. Absolutely impressed the at Camarillo has such a high class restaurant. Borderline Michelin one star quality. Incredible how much thought, personality, and menu excellence was behind this great dining experience. Food preparation and presentation was superb. Wine selections, glass or bottle, were really well thought out. The meals (yes, I sampled others selections) were beyond criticism. The service was warm, friendly, and should be used as an example for others to learn from. Ambiance was equally impressive. Do yourself a favor and go here. Bring anyone you care about or need to impress. Amazing how well they have it all together. Incredible hard work doing it right...they truly have done it right. This could hold its own in any large City. read more

The very best Camarillo has to offer. Service and quality is outstanding .. these professionals

Yes. We had the duck , filet and the caprese salad. Hands down, the best caprese salad we have ever had. We were a party of 6 (2 visiting from New York) and you would get a unanimous 5 star rating for this place. Service was great, super friendly and professional. I will be returning and this has bumped up to one my favorites in the area. read more

Pros: Nice atmosphere. Great selection of wines. Their food is very delicious. You've got the try the pork belly appetizer! Cons: Service wasn't that great. They are expensive believe it or not. But again, the food was so good, it made paying the bill easier to swallow. They bring you enough bread just for those in your party. We were a party of two, and we only got two pieces of bread. :( (the pro side of this is their bread is freshly baked while you wait. Can't be mad at that.) Wine and beer only. If you're looking for a cocktail, then this isn't the place for you. read more

We've been coming here for a long time and always have great service and great food. I miss some of the previous menu items but was told with advance notice they would make some of our favorites. We haven't tried that yet but will next time. read more

Been here a few times now and am impressed with their consistency. I ordered the Duck breast this time and it was so juicy and tender!! They did a really good job keeping the dish light and flavorful with the arugula. Wine selection by the glass is good. They have a great Chardonnay for $9 that was smooth and could've easily been a $15+ glass. Good range of prices and selection. Servers are nice and friendly. Very robust in personality :) Ambiance is traditional and somewhat dark. read more

Sheila's Place - Duck breast w arugula and grape salad - New American Near Me - Camarillo, California

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This place is amazing the staff greeted us with a warm welcome, and a smile! The food is amazing. Me and my boyfriend ordered the wedge salad , absolutely great, the fig and Prosciutto pizza was so good we saved it for out midnight snack it was still perfect cold. We ordered the special of the day, which was a teriyaki glazed pork chop with broccolini and ginger black rice delicious I tell you! The lady asked us if we were eating in the car or taking it back to our room, we told her we were going back to our room. She put real cloth napkins, real knives, and forks in the bag for us to fully enjoy our dinner! The service was unmatched! Thank you we will be back later this year! read more

I FINALLY ate here after reading such good reviews. Only for lunch, and it was delicious! We started with The Baked Brie appetizer with sliced apples and chutney. The Brie was very hot and melty and the whole thing was a great combination of sweet, crunchy and gooey. We both ordered the chicken pesto panini. My friend ordered the salad, but I just had to try the fries. Most restaurants don't do fries well, so I am often curious. These were thin cut, hot and crispy with a slight hint of rosemary. Perfection! The interior of the restaurant is lovely, with a long bar and lots of small, intimate tables. From the Yelp reviews, I know it's been recently remodeled and they've done a great job. read more

Great service and food-vegan option appetizer of cauliflower was extraordinary! We were on our way to the theater and they dealt with our time constraint brilliantly. read more

Perfect place for me! Superb food and very good service which matter to me most! Highly recommendable dining, drinking place!

Loved everything about this restaurant. First of all great food. I ordered the scallops (outstanding) my fiancée ordered the braised boar which also was delicious. That have a pretty Extensive wine list too. The staff are incredibly friendly and extremely helpful . All in all 10 out of 10.... We'll definitely be revisiting this place. read more

One of the most delicious and memorable meals my niece and I had!!! And the service top notch. I recommend the Scallops!!! read more

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These are tough times for all and we wanted to eat from our favorite restaurant in Camarillo. We LOVE Sheila's. We miss seeing the entire staff as we always enjoy ourselves at the restaurant. Pablo and Bertha hang in there and thank you for the delicious dinner. Ivan offers such great specials and their service is next to none. Please support them during this time! And Bertha, Pablo and Ivan, we will see you soon take care!!! 05/23/2020 I thought I posted the above but I guess I didn't. We went to Sheila's to get a to go dinner for our anniversary. They are just the absolute best!!! Although we can't wait until we can dine there again, they will open when it's both safe for their customers and their employees. Opening the right way is so important. We have been extremely pleased with our orders on the weekends after a long work week. A treat as usual!! read more

Tried this place during a short stay in camarillo(short drive to cavalia show) ... such a nice experience! We had the filet , rib eye and halibut ... all delicious ... and the meats cooked perfectly . Customer service was wonderful... wine selection is great ! Family owned , too! :) read more

This place is so tasty. The service is amazing. The place is just elegant and romantic. The food has so much flavor and goodness

I would give this place 5 stars, BUT they have a long-standing problem with their sewer pipes. Seriously, I walk in the place and I am confronted with the smell of "deep down in the pipes sewage." C'mon Sheila's Place, just fix the pipes. After you get past the sewage, the place is pretty good for what it is: a local wine bar that isn't stuffy or pretentious. This is a true locals place. The food is VERY GOOD and the right price for what it is. Service is good, the fries are awesome, the fig pizza is awesome, the wine is adventurous and fun, and, most importantly, the right prices relative to the place and effort of accumulating a wine list. I would be a regular at this restaurant if it wasn't for the powerful smell that is even more concentrated when you use the bathroom area(s). read more

Wow, this place has really great food. Service was amazing and they were very Attentive to us. The ambience was relaxing and the decor was nicely done. I had their scallops plate and it was delicious. Others in my party had the duck, the pork chop, and the halibut. All were very good and we're presented beautifully. The Crème brûlée was wonderful too. Two other people with me shared the chocolate mousse and the serving size was large enough to share and it had a smooth decadent flavor. This was our first time here and we will definitely be back! read more

Once again a great meal with great service at Sheila's. The food is awesome. A great dining experience to take guests if you want to impress. And the food, both unique choices and quality, magnificent. Go there and enjoy!!!!! read more

Fabulous!!!! Food was perfect, wine was great, waiter was great!! Love, Love, Loved it!!! Will go back!!!! read more

Sheila's Place - Dennis and I - New American Near Me - Camarillo, California

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I read the good online reviews and decided to give it a try this past Saturday. The food overall was pretty good but I was very surprised by the high prices. I ordered a large bottle of Pellegrino and was shocked to see they charged $9 for a bottle of that cost around two or maybe three at any store. We started with the ahi tartare and the bruschetta. Both were good but nothing extraordinary. For dinner we chose the margarita pizza was bland with not a whole lot of flavor. It tasted more like a cracker bread other than a fresh dough. Our other entrée was the angel hair pasta with shrimp and peppers. It was good and flavorful. I was surprised that the dish did not say it was spicy. I love spice but it was almost too much for us. The bill for two appetizers, a pasta and a pizza and three glasses of rose wine was $117. Won't be going back anytime soon read more