Downtown Ventura Dining & Entertainment Guide 2015

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Taste the sumptuous flavors of Southern Italy at Sicily by Gino

Voted “Best Steakhouse” In Ventura County 11 Years running!

The Ultimate Dining Experience • Handcut Steaks • Spectacular Ocean Views • The Freshest Seafood

Happy Hour

Every Day 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.

New Outside Bar & Dining patio (Dog Friendly)

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364 S. California St. • (805) 652-1799 Ventura’s Only Beachfront Restaurant

Newly Expanded Bar

DOWNTOWN LISTINGS Hong Kong Inn 435 E. Thompson Blvd.

Ventura 648-3161

Come experience the new Hong Kong Inn! Cantonese Cuisine and new sushi bar. Salsa Dancing Mondays and Live Music Weekends.

Spencer Makenzie’s 806 E Thompson Blvd.

Ventura 643-8226 www.spencermakenzies.com

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Anacapa Brewing Company 472 E Main St 643-2337 www.anacapabrewing.com

Come in and enjoy a delicious meal

SALOON: Heavy Petty at Saloon BBQ Co. Photo by Courtney Dewey

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A dining experience that cannot be matched outside of Sicily

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Call 805.641.2220 for Reservations

Authentic itAliAn cuisine

Lunch

Tuesday – Saturday 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

– Saturday DInner Tuesday 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Sunday Dinner Only 5 - 9 p.m. • Monday Closed

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563 E. Main Street, Downtown Ventura

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and pint of fresh ale in a 115-year old brick building or sit on our patio right off the sidewalk and take in the scene on Main Street.

Rosie Lee Imports 673 E Main St 643-5832 www.rosieleeimports.com

Rosie Lee Imports is a British import store, that is foods and gift items from across the pond. Also mixed in foods from South Africa and Client: Tavern, The Australia.

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Purveyors of fine meats, bourbons, and cocktails.

The Tavern 211 Santa Clara Ventura 643-3264

BEACH HOUSE TACOS: Shrimp salad

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Delicious BBQ & Creative Cocktails Ad Proof Client: Wine Rack, The

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Saturday & Sunday 10am - 2pm

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Martin - General Manager & Darcie - Owner Free WiFi

Bottle Purchase - Gift Baskets - Gift Certificates

14 S. California Street, Downtown Ventura • (805) 653-9463 •TheWinerackLounge.com | 2015 | Downtown Ventura Dining and Entertainment Guide | 7

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In the tradition of classic American taverns, neighborhood places where the community gathered to discuss politics, news, and fellowship, partners Garner Gerson and Paulo Daguiar present The Tavern Ventura - The neighborhood spot.

The Wine Rack 14 S. California Street Ventura 653-9463 thewineracklounge.com

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SHANGHAI BEER GARDEN: Patio

Your favorite food.

A relaxed atmosphere.

Stunning ocean views.

All this and more, only at AUSTEN’S RESTAURANT. Located inside the historic Pierpont Inn.

550 Sanjon Rd Ventura, CA 93001 805.643.6144 8 | Downtown Ventura Dining and Entertainment Guide | 2015 |

Food That We Crave!

Come in... make yourself at home.

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• No MSG • Gluten-free & Vegan Options

Authentic thAi Food

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419 E. Main Street #A • (805) 641-0238 • www.ricebymama.com

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Voted “Best of Ventura” 14 Years and Counting

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Voted Ventura’s #1 all-american 50’s diner for 25 Years!

The Kid Friendly Place To Eat!

BreakFaSt (Served All Day)

LunCh Dinner We Use Only Choice Cut Meats!

Outside Dining Available

Enjoy a Glass of Wine with Your Meal.

Daily Blue Plate Specials • Super Omelettes • Gourmet Burgers Chicken & Dumplings • Old Fashioned Soda Fountain

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continued from page 8 Sicily by Gino 563 E Main St. Ventura 641-2220

Sicily by Gino is just one of the many spots that Gino Milano has opened in his 40 year career in the food business. Come visit Gino and say Ciao.

Vom Fass Ventura 451 E. Main St. Ventura 641-1900 www.VomFassVentura.com

Voted Best Diner in VCreporter for 25 Years!

643-4864 478 E. Main n A Favorite Spot In Historic, Downtown Ventura

In the Mood? Try Real Food!

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Look, Taste, Enjoy! Gourmet fruit vinegars, exquisite oils, exotic liqueurs, and fine rare spirits, all sampled and sold straight from the cask!

Rice by Mama 419 E. Main Street #A

Ventura www.ricebymama.com

We are a family-owned restaurant with our love passion for food and wanted to be pass on to our customer. Authentic Thai food memorable dining experience that will leave you wanting for more. Our motivation is very simple to cook food that we ourselves crave!

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Rustic Fish Market Eatery

Come see our New Remodel

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Happy Hour Mon.-Fri. 2pm to Close

Specials open every day at 11am

668 Harbor Blvd.

• 805-643-4783

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California Beach Cuisine Join us where the Summer Never Ends!

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A casual dining experience with quality food inspired by the beautiful Ventura County coastline we call home. We decided to fuse coastal and Mexican cuisine in the headliner of our new restaurant’s menu, and thus Snapper Jack’s award-winning fish taco was born.

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The Ultimate Dining Experience – we believe that dining should be more of a pleasure, which is why we prefer

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66 S. California St. Ventura, CA 93001 (805) 653-1266

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566 East Main St. Downtown Ventura 643-7855 www.naturesgrillventura.com

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Offering home-made tortillas, farm-fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, 17 different tequilas and stunningly sumptuous desserts, NOM promises a truly tasty experience.

Located on the Promenade at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach

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deck shoes and surf shirts. Check out our breathtaking ocean views!

Aloha Steakhouse features a menu of classic and contemporary favorites in an atmosphere that is warm and inviting. When you are here, you are part of the family!

Busy Bee 478 E Main Street Ventura 643-4864

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Café Fiore 66 S California Street Ventura 653-1266

Café Fiore is located in historic downtown Ventura, just blocks from RICE BY MAMA: Edamame

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We are Quality & Palate Driven A place where the Mediterranean style menu along with boutique wines and an unpretentious environment is our life.

A life we could share with the community.

• Boutique Wines • Grilled sandWiChes • Craft Beer • maC & Cheese • Cheese & CharCuterie • Cheese Plates • Gourmet market • souP & salads • loCally insPired 222 E. Main Street, Ventura (Historic Downtown) www.paradisepantry.com • 805 641-9440 16 | Downtown Ventura Dining and Entertainment Guide | 2015 |

Celebrating 18 Years of good times and great food! aD Proof Client: Vom Fass

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632 e. Main st. • downtown Ventura • 653-7446 • www.winchestersgrill.com

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Look • Taste • Enjoy

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the beach. Come sit by the warm fireplace or have a seat at our fully stocked bar and sip some of our most innovative cocktails.

Paradise Pantry 222 E Main Street Ventura 641-9440

Quality and palate driven, this Mediterranean style menu offers meats, cheese plates and boutique wines

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HONG KONG INN: Cocktails

Family Owned & Operated for Over 57 Years!

Thanks For Making Us One Of Your Favorites!

• Pizza By The Slice • Order ahead for pick up • Enjoy the patio • Debit/Credit Available DAilY DOUBlE SPECiAl 2 Slices of Pizza & A Drink

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(805) 643-8425 • 186 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura

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House Tacos (patio location) serves up some of the best tacos and other menu items right on the pier.

Nature’s Grill 566 E. Main St. Ventura 643-7855

C alifornia Rancho Cuisine Menu Coming in May 2015

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598 E. Main St. Ventura CA 93001 805-643-6800

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Our tantalizing menu features a wide selection of delicious soups, sandwiches, salads and more, all for the healthy eater. Most popular menu items include ground turkey, tofu, veggies, fresh fish, rice and fresh fruit smoothies, all at very reasonable prices.

NOM Tequila Grill 450 E.. Harbor Blvd.

Ventura 652-5151 www.nontequilagrill.com

NOM Tequila Grill is located on the Promenade at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach.

It’s a culinary cruise to Mexico’s Central Coast with home-made tortillas, farm fresh Food and 17 different tequilas in a distinctive setting.

Yolie’s Mexican Grill 138 W Main Street Ventura 652-0338

We have plenty to offer! We prepare our food using fresh ingredients and have a large patio area for special occasions and parties. Check out our lunch specials Mon – Fri and our exciting Sunday Champagne Brunch! Plenty of free parking in our back lot.

The Sportsman Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge 4426 Central Ave Camarillo 988-9777 53 S California Street Ventura 643-2851

A tradition for over 58 years in Ventura County. Both restaurants are highlighted by their steak, seafood and inventive cocktails.

Tony’s Pizzaria 186 E. Thompson Blvd.

Ventura 643-8425

Family owned and operated for over 57 years! Nice thin crust, cooked to perfection. Made with respect, love and serious pizza experience.