We've been to plenty of fancy restaurants in OC and LA but this place probably beats out majority…read moreof them. The food here is absolutely AMAZING. We came here to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday. We each ordered a cocktail. She got a blueberry margarita and I got a cucumber gin mixed drink. Both were refreshing and delicious. We ended up ordering another round. For appetizers we ordered the crispy maple Brussels and tuna & salmon tartare. The Brussels were fried to perfection and glazed a sweet maple syrup. It also came with thick cuts of bacon. Definitely recommend this. For the tartare, it was also delicious and fresh. It was mixed with avocado and turnip. We thought the turnip would be off putting but it actually meshed well with the flavors. Came with fried wonton chips. For the main course we shared the NY strip and Lobster Malfaldine. The steak was cooked to perfection with a very nice sear and flavored well. Probably one of the better steaks I've ever had. Definitely beats out any steakhouse steak. The Lobster Malfaldine was also absolutely delicious. Most of the time, lobster pasta is usually a bit bland and lacking in lobster. NOT HERE. They included big chunks of lobster and the sauce was so good. Lastly, we ended our dinner with the Strawberry Hand Pie. This is basically a warm strawberry strudel with vanilla bean ice cream. They used locally sourced strawberries and I'm still thinking about it as I'm writing this review. Adrienne was our server and she was very nice and attentive. Since it was my girlfriend's birthday, they comped our dessert. Super nice staff!

I have been to the restaurant over 50 times since it has opened & have found the following to be…read moretrue in almost all visits. The food is over priced but delicious. However the quality control & staff members are sadly inconsistent. They are slow to greet slow to check back in (poorly trained). Some times the Bloody Mary has salt sometimes not, sometimes there is 5 pieces of bacon for breakfast sometimes 3. Food often comes out not at the same time so some items are cold while others just arrived (again poor training). At that price point everything should be on point!

We were a little worried when we got there after opening time and they weren't really ready yet…read more However, we were brought some waters and given time to look at the menu. We ordered a ton of food and everything was excellent. We had a lot of leftovers. When the server realized we were visiting from out of town and staying at a nearby hotel, she happily packed everything thoroughly and included things like ketchup, ranch, utensils, and napkins. I'd love to return if we're in the area.

Still great bar and restaurant on the wharf/pier Nice simple…read moremenu Nice prices Friendly helpful staff Great bar Great location and awesome view Definitely recommend

Yeah, good food. Big plates and variety characteristic of the local area. All good. All big. It…read moretook the place as it was known before and made it just as . . . if not, better than. I'm just a visiting local out-of-towner looking for some bulk to catch up with the hangover. It's been quite the weekend. Good job! CritDicks

Very mediocre. Skip this, go somewhere else…read more The food is not worth it. Nothing was great. I've ate here in the past, and couldn't remember if it was good or not. I should have made the review before, to remind me that it's not worth it. The service was ok. Our waitress tried her best. She might be better off writing down what people ordered instead of trying to remember things, she missed three things with our party. First, my niece asked, before ordering a pancake combo, if she could get one pancake made with just blueberries and one with just chocolate. Waitress came back and said yes, but that's all she told us.. Second, my wife ordered her corn beef hash with home style potatoes. Instead, the order came to the table with hash browns. I tried her corn beef hash, it was one of the worse ever. Definitely canned stuff, and not made right. It's like someone thought they could make it, so they must went ahead and did it. Third, I ordered a standard burger with onion rings, it came out with fries. For my order, I told the waitress and she got this corrected right away. The burger was just ok. The bun was nice and buttered, brioche. The meat was juicy and cooked medium as requested. It was under-seasoned, but was okay for me as I usually try to get low sodium, but this makes it taste incomplete. Let's talk about my niece's pancakes though, they came out mixed, both blueberries and chocolate in both pancakes instead of two separate pancakes. And when the bill came, I was charged extra charge for each thing. $3 for the chocolate. $3 for the blueberries. Plate came out over $22, that's crazy. Inside is decently clean and large. Lots of space, although maybe it was because we came in a weekday early at 8:45. Anyway, skip it, not worth it. I prefer the local IHOP.

My husband and I visit here at least once month. Everyone is super sweet!…read more For breakfast, we go with the Huevos Rancheros and the Spinach, the mushroom omelette, or my favorite... the Swedish style crepes! Lunch wise, the Ahi Poke Nachos, ceviche, or the potato taquitos have all been delicious!

So today, we were on our way to a different restaurant, but on a whim, we decided to try…read moreTradewinds. Let's just say, it was a different vibe when we walked into the restaurant. Not bad, just different. It didn't like it was a happy place. We immediately were seated, looked over the menu and decided. My wife had a BLT, the bacon looked like it had been sitting out, not a fresh appearance at all. She said it had a lack luster flavor, I ordered the traditional breakfast with sausage links, scrambled eggs, hash browns and toast. Everything other than the hash browns were luke warm. Sausage appeared to have been sitting out as well, didn't seem freshly cooked. Something we usually do prior to trying different places, we look over their reviews, like I said we tried this place on a whim. We learned our lesson, with this one. It's seems like it's trying to be a bar that serves food, instead of a restaurant with a bar.

Well-oiled machine A shining example of simple food, timely…read moreservice, and picturesque setting. Looks like everything on the menu is a winner. Make sure you join the waitlist online or scan the QR code when you walk up. I was impressed with the whole process and product

We've been here a few times, and our first visit was right after COVID when social distancing was…read morestill required. I have to say, the food was delicious, the customer service was great, and everything came out surprisingly fast considering how chaotic and busy it was. I love finding hole in the wall places and supporting local spots, and this was definitely a great one to try. The food was good, nothing overly crazy or out of the ordinary, but definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area. The parking was a little difficult at the time, but being so close to the beach, that's pretty much expected. The Bloody Mary was absolutely delicious, and we really enjoyed our food and overall experience. Definitely a local spot worth checking out.

Great service everything we go! The holiness & tri tip are…read moremy favorite, the sides are also very good! Definitely one of my favorite BBQ spots!

2nd time here in a week! Love Love Love this place! Big shout out to Steph who is always so sweet…read moreand chill even with it being so busy-the line out the door! We just love their burnt ends, rubs and brisket! THE BEST! Highly recommend!

Tip: Stand in line, then go to the desk to order so look at a menu early…read more We have only come here 3 times in the last few years but it's actually a very worthy restaurant for breakfast, brunch or lunch. I don't think there's a bad seat in the house, but we always love to sit outside so that we have a really good view of the aircraft coming and going. I tried the BLT and, oh my!!! One of the best I've had, with lots of thick cut bacon, very crisp, lots of lettuce, tomato and mayo (I ordered it as-is). Half was the size of a regular sandwich so the other half went home with me! RRR ordered the triple decker club on sourdough and loved his as well. Half of his went home also. We both got the cole slaw as our side which has a little pineapple in it. I found it ok, RRR really liked it. We shared a special milkshake, pistachio, and it was heavenly, highly recommended. Service was perfect, there when needed but not overbearing. We so appreciate well-trained staff! Highly recommended.

Came back and had the pancakes and waffles. Both were delicious. Food does not disappoint…read more Been a while since I've been here. Now you wait outside in line and the hostess brings you inside to order at the podium and you pay there. Then they seat you. There's lots of seating inside outside and out by the planes.

This Lazy Dog is in Oxnard Collection off Town Center Dr., there a ton of parking in the back…read more This Lazy Dog is Beautiful inside & their outside patio. Also don't mind if you see dogs here, they are always welcomed here. They also have The Lazy dog dog menu such as: Grilled Chicken Breast Bowl: Serves grilled chicken with brown rice and veggies for $7.00. Grilled Hamburger Patty Bowl: Serves a grilled beef patty with brown rice and veggies for $7.00. They do have rules for dog here & to keep everyone safe: Dogs must stay on a leash and remain on the ground (no sitting on chairs, laps, or tables). Dogs cannot eat directly from your personal plate or drink from your glass. Today I came here with my family , upon entering I noticed how super clean it was & so we're thru restrooms, highly organized & attention to details. The atmosphere here was very welcoming, inviting, warm & cozy. It's so spacious here, so many seating areas inside, longer booths , 2 seater booths, larger party tables, chairs& tables , high tables & chairs (Bar Area) & outside chairs & tables. As we made our way to the front desk we had the pleasure of talking to Matthew, Kate, Grace & Sarah the host & Hostess they were all so sweet & kind. Matthew showed us to our table quite the gentleman. Next Josiah our waiter came over and asked if we had any questions & he answered them all beautifully! I did ask him what happened to the Chicken Parmesan? I don't see it on the menu, he told me he could still make it for me! I was beyond thrilled. For anyone that misses that dish you will have to request it, they can make for you not sure about the other locations. We also ordered Grilled Lemon Chicken. Their price points are spot on, with their Quality & Quantities of Delicious Meals! We didn't wait too long, when Cooper helped deliver our Dinner. Cooper was so kind & sweet he told us be careful with our plates they are very hot, dearly noted ha! Josiah was on top of it constantly getting us our drinks without asking & asked us is everything was ok! He was on it! Everything was Beyond Delicious! Mouthwatering, savory & hearty! Josiah was super polite, very sweet, kind, caring, extremely down to earth, super genuine, super attentive, extremely thoughtful! Josiah has this super uplifting positive upbeat energy about himself that truly radiates! Josiah is your Rarest of all Diamonds & Jewels! His Shine will never fade! Please treasure him Greatly!! I would Love to Especially Thank Josiah for a Fantastic & Fabulous & Super Positive & Great & Memorable Experience here! I would also like to Thank Cooper, Matthew, Kae, Grace, Sarah for a Beautiful & Charming Visit! I would like to Thank Lazy Dog for a Super Positive & Great & Wonderful Hospitality visit! I'll definitely be back soon! I'll tell all my Family & Friends to visit! Please be Kind & Courteous to these hard workers!

I had a very disappointing experience at Lazy Dog…read more I ordered the Mediterranean Chicken Bowl with double chicken, while a family member ordered the exact same bowl with the standard single portion of chicken. When our food came out, the amount of chicken on both bowls looked essentially the same. The only noticeable difference was that the chicken on mine appeared to be chopped into smaller pieces, making it look like there was more. I brought it up to our server, who was polite and said she would speak with the manager. The manager, Tyler, then came over and immediately insisted that what I received was the double-chicken portion. Instead of actually listening to the concern or comparing the two bowls, he seemed more interested in arguing with me and proving that he was right. At that point, I decided to send the food back because I wasn't going to pay an additional charge for double chicken when I appeared to have received the same standard portion. The biggest issue wasn't even the food--it was how the situation was handled. Tyler came across as rude, dismissive, and more interested in throwing his authority around than resolving a very simple customer-service issue. A quick comparison of the two identical bowls or an offer to correct the portion would have solved everything. Very disappointing experience and definitely not the level of customer service I expected from Lazy Dog.

Waterside Restaurant is an absolute gem in Channel Islands Harbor!…read more Every dish we tried was fantastic. For starters, we had fresh seared ahi tuna, delicious crab cakes, perfectly battered shrimp, and crispy calamari served with a marinara sauce that had just the right amount of spice. Our table enjoyed the chicken piccata, lobster ravioli, and Wagyu burger, and every entrée was excellent. The blackberry margaritas were a standout and worth the visit alone! Dessert was the perfect finish with tiramisu, rich chocolate cake, and incredible churro waffles topped with caramel cream sauce, walnuts, and strawberries. Chef's kiss to all three. The service was outstanding, and the atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between casual and upscale, with great outdoor seating and harbor views. The packed bar area made it clear this is a local favorite. Highly recommend Waterside whenever you're in the Oxnard/Channel Islands area. We will definitely be back!

Fish n chips seemed like they were from the market house brand kind, same shape exactly, no taste…read moreand a disappointment for a place by the bay. Cubano sandwich, I wish I took a photo. The bread was burnt, bad. I persevered through half and called it quits. Back to school for the chef. Drinks were basic, not sure how you mess up sangria. I'd go back for bottled beer and to hang out but that's it. It clicked afterwards that there were unfinished plates on others tables as we were being seated

Delicious food. Had veg lasagna- tasted like cheese lasagna and eggplant Parm combined- so good!…read moreLive music was great and made for a nice environment. Yazmine, server was helpful and had an upbeat attitude. Great experience!

Our first time here at Portola and it wont be our last. The food was amazing not to mention the…read moreservice, our waiter (Rayo) was very attentive and friendly our needs which he also gave us great recommendation (Rigatoni Vodka) delicious! We will be back.