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.

Cute location, clean, and very cozy. Loved the water views…read more The service was great. Our server Sarah was really friendly and on top of everything. The food was good. We got some items from happy hour: Mimosa, Poke Nachos, and Tacos. We also ordered the seafood linguine. I will be back to try more items from the menu

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.

We tried Hollywood Beach Cafe on our first morning of vacation, and I'm not even joking when I say…read morewe ended up going every single morning for three mornings in a row! Everything we tried was absolutely delicious. Everyone in our group ordered something different, so we got to sample a little bit of everything, but my personal favorite was the Hangover. Their cappuccinos were also really good, and we loved the pancakes, bacon, chicken fried steak, chili, spicy chicken sandwich, and honestly... the list goes on and on! The restaurant was very clean, and the staff was incredibly friendly. There was a little bit of a wait when we went later in the morning, around 10:00, but when we went earlier, we were seated right away. If we're ever back in the area, I already know exactly where we're going for breakfast! Hollywood Beach Cafe will definitely be on our must-visit list.

While what I've had of the food over 2 visits has been okay - not great but mostly good. The…read moreservice has been awful. Especially the hostess. Waitresses try their best but seem stretched too thin to be very attentive. You are made to use Cakes online ordering and wait list program which is less than ideal because of their slow WiFi. While waiting for a table you are updated on your place in line. On our last visit we waited as next to be seated for 20 minutes as multiple large parties showed up late and were seated immediately. We were told they were friends of the owner and there's nothing they could do but the staff hates it- for what that's worth. Today my Avocado toast left much to be desired. Sourdough tastes like dry thin sliced white bread. Small amount of smashed Avocado; not enough to cover the bread topped with less than fresh pico da gallo, arugula a balsamic drizzle and 3 slices of tomato that were marinated in Italian dressing. All things I like but the combination was not good. BLTA used the same disappointing bread, flaccid under cooked bacon a tiny amount of pesto aioli and more avocado then there was on the avocado toast. Kids mini pancakes were good but chocolate chips are $1 up charge. I will say yesterday's eggs Benedict was good- hollandaise is excellent. Breakfast potatoes were a bit undercooked. Bloody Mary was a bit weak in my opinion. After all of that- I got a look at the receipt and there is a 2% BOH RevShare added to the bill. My best guess is this is fee to help pay the kitchen- To be honest we went here because it was a short walk from the Hilton. After the poor service, bad quality and hidden fees- we would be better off eating on the resort.

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.

Dear Hubby and I have been to Waypoint Cafe a few times over the years. Because of how popular…read morethey are, it's not somewhere we try to go to on a weekend. Today we had to be out of the house due to Edison maintenance in your neighborhood. We were originally headed for Ojai, but we were hungry and didn't want to wait that long to get food. I suggested Waypoint since it was a weekday and hopefully wouldn't be that crowded. We hit them just before a lunch rush came along about 30 minutes later. it's probably been a while, but their ordering procedure has changed since the last time we were there. Now you enter, go to the host stand, and order and pay there. Then they give you a number for your order and a host takes you out to a table. It's a variation on fast casual. The idea is that they will start cooking your food as soon as you pay, and the process will flow smoothly from there. They have a lot of runners bringing out the food, and offering additional condiments or other things you might need, like more water or napkins. There are several reasons that I'm downgrading the rating from a previous visit. $18 for a plain Belgian waffle? No fruit, garnish, whipped cream, just melted butter and a very small amount of syrup. It looked more substantial because we added eggs and bacon for $3 more. The latter seems like a good deal, because the eggs were well prepared. Only two slices of bacon, though. DH and I split the plate. $21 for a plain waffle, scrambled eggs, and two pieces of bacon does seem excessive. We added a side of hash browns, which were plentiful, but were also oily. I don't remember having hash browns in another restaurant which were that greasy, so that was a fail. $9 for two cups of decaf coffee? That also seemed on the high side, especially when a tiny (and I do mean tiny!) addition of oat milk for creamer was $1.50. Really? And yet, they offered mini portions of hazelnut or French vanilla creamer for free. But we didn't know that ahead of time. A large glass of lukewarm pineapple juice was $6. I had to ask for a glass of ice cubes to be able to chill the juice down to where it tasted good. By the way, the waffle was slightly overcooked for my preference, making it more crunchy than I enjoy. Overall, it was $50 for a breakfast that DH and I split, just adding the hash browns and juice to stretch the meal. Service was good. It was the kitchen that let down the team. Also, ambiance-wise, the airport has added a large row of hangars to the northwest of the restaurant, which dramatically cuts down the view of the planes taking off and landing. That's actually another fail for the appeal of dining here. It's likely going to be a while before we return. Sad to report today's experience, but that's what it turned out to be - not the lovely little secret getaway of the past.

I decided to try this place out by myself on a whim and even though I get nervous going places…read morealone, I felt so welcomed and taken care of, which washed away any anxiety I had. The Elderberry Lavender Spirtz also deliciously helped calm my nerves lol. Josiah was my server and they were the sweetest! Please ask for them if you go. A manager brought out my dessert as I was headed to the bathroom and made a funny comment: "be careful someone might steal this!". 10/10 service. Food was also delicious and fairly priced. It felt cozy in there and it wasn't too loud to the point of nauseating noise, but also not too quiet to the point of dozing off. I will definitely be back to try more items on the menu. Yummy drinks, great food, and excellent service. Can dress down or dress up. All is welcome.

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

We were in Port Hueneme for a business meeting and found that Monday night doesn't leave you with…read moremany options. This nearby place turned out to be a lucky find. I couldn't decide between pizza or something more substantial. Went with the Meat Lovers Pizza and had no regrets: a particularly soft crust and real depth of flavor. The meatball appetizer was upper echelon. I'll come back just for that. Our server, Jazzy, made excellent recommendations and took great care of us. The wine was good and fairly priced, the outside seating was comfortable, and the atmosphere was relaxing. Mondays are happy hour all day, so the value was hard to beat. Time well spent. Highly recommend the restaurant.

Hello! Been here a couple times…read more.. 1st... drink are good... that lemon drop! 2nd Staff was great - Rayo was helpful with suggestions, explaining things, and would check in often. 3rd.. they have regulars and they are great too, seems like they like hanging out there often...