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    Buddy's Wine Bar

    4.9 (51 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Melissa L.

    I absolutely love Buddy's Wine Bar in Ventura. I've been a few times now and find this spot to be so lovely, casual, and just the ultimate vibe. Shoutout to Jara and the yelp team for introducing me to this spot initially. I saw how special it was and am happy to have gotten to come back a few times which further has validated my love for this bar. The overall aesthetic and ambiance of the bar is lovely. Feels like you're in Europe and just a great layout with a mixture of small tables, booth like seats and bar top. I like when you walk in they have bottles for sale and little items to shop. Further back is the actual wine bar area. Buddy's is a hot and popular place that's for sure, everytime I've come in here by 6pm it feels like every seat is taken. So pro tip is to get here a little early. Love seeing that they have a fanbase and lots of locals. Staff are very welcoming and nice. Attentive when you go up to the bar to order your wine and I appreciate that throughout the night they cleared our glasses and kept things moving. I've met the owners and they are very nice and make you feel appreciated. I'm still learning about wine and I appreciate that they never mind my questions and have helped me find what I like. The do have a small tapas and food menu here that I'll need to try next time. They also have pop ups and food vendors from time to time which is awesome. The wine here is exceptionally good. Great variety which makes it a perfect spot to go with friends who all have different tastes. I like their rose and oranges here. Really though I love their drink inspired from Spain- red wine and Coca Cola. So fun and unique to get in the 805. Pours are substantial and I feel like the pricing is fair. They have happy hour too which is super appreciated. Buddys is definitely one of my favorite stops for wine and good company in the 805. Can't wait to bring more friends, it's such a great vibe here and their rotating wine menu keeps me coming back.

    The hotdogs are a must! The wine is so delicious and come for trivia on Tuesdays! It's the most fun ever!!

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    Jay H.

    Lovely establishment that is women owned! Always friendly service and the joy is felt. They have a nice selection of wines, live music sometimes, always hosting things on different days, and sometimes have food trucks! Try 'em out.

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    Alexis W.

    Thank you Paul! And Jeff is a true legend

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    Perfect spot for a sip. The food popups go hard as well. Just turn your phone off and enjoy a glass of dank with Ventura's finest pour gang.

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    4.4
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    1.0 mi
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    Thankful for the good amount of vegan options and good vibes! Would go again and recommend to…read moreothers looking for a place to eat.

    My family and I were visiting the area to check out the mission in downtown. We wanted a simple and…read morelaid-back place to get a bite to eat being that we had our 3 year old us. After a quick check on yelp, this place came highly recommended. I was a little bit worried when I arrived. We were the only people in the entire restaurant. My wife and I were seated quickly. I did appreciate that the menu was not overly complicated. It made it easy to make our selections. They also did offer happy hour specials during the week. I opted for the double Smashburger and fries. The Smashburger comes with their signature sauce, which you can order at a few different spice levels. The girl at the counter said that normally people go with the regular spice level so I opted for that. When my burger and fries arrived, I was quite surprised at the portion sizes. My basket was filled with french fries and my burger was pleasantly large. In regards to the flavor I do have to say this was probably one of the best tasting burgers I have ever had. I didn't want to note that they do use sweet pickles on their burgers here. But it just works with the flavor that they're going for. My wife ordered the "my girlfriend is not hungry" sampler platter. This came with fries, onion rings, pretzel bites chicken tenders and mozzarella sticks. Everything was great tasting. Their onion rings were cooked to absolute perfection. The restaurant itself on the inside is a little bit small so I could imagine on days that they are busy. It might get a little bit cramped. I did also wanna mention that I did like that. They had a changing table in the restroom. That was a nice touch that you honestly do not see at a lot of restaurants even the mainstream ones.

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    Bold flavors. Big vibes. Our famous wings + elote salad bring the heat to any event. Comfort food catering done right in Ventura County.
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    4.0
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    1.1 mi
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    Beer Pressure…read more Classic American Pub located in Ventura that features over one hundred beers on tap and classic American comfort foods in a surprisingly family-friendly environment. The Good: * Beyond all the beers on tap, they also have a full bar. * Service was friendly and pretty good overall. * Secret menu for both food and drink. Shhhh...! * Their wings were fantastic! You've really gotta try the Strawbanero (Strawberry-Habanero) sauce, as it was a sweet and savory bite that had all three of us fighting over. * Buffalo Barrels (aka Tater Tots) were worth the $5 upgrade. But, I'm somewhat of a Tater Tot junkie, so take that advice for what it's worth. * Fries were fantastic, as well. * Short Rib Melt was delicious, but very, very rich. It could've used a little relief like some pickles either on it or on the side. The Meh: * They do have their own parking lot, but it is smallish and can fill up fast. There is some street parking available, as well. The Ugly: * They had a lot of beers that were out of commission, including several that I was pretty excited to try. =/ Conclusion: Great spot to get your suds and spuds!

    Came here for a late lunch with my girlfriends that were visiting from out of town. Service was…read moregreat because our drinks were filled and food came out pretty quickly. The portions are Large!! I got the short rib sandwich with sweet potato fries. One friend got the carnitas nachos (also sooo tasty) and another got a shrimp wrap. No drinks for us but the happy hour menu looked fun. Would love to come back and check that out b

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    4.4
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    Nice to see a brewery at the Ventura Pier. It is located on the top floor, pretty small operation…read more I am glad they are here. Customer service is very nice. Great outdoor seating and views. I wish they had more seating inside, it was windy when we visited and all tables were taken, not too many to begin with. But if you come on a mild wind day, snag an ocean facing seat. Nothing can beat that view! Beer selection - not amazing for me! They specialize in IPA-s which I don't like. They have no dark beer on tap, no ambers or stouts! I settled on a Pilsner, Czech type which was decent (I got to try it first), but a better selection is necessary! They give you a metal cup for outside tables, so you won't see my beer, but it was enjoyable. Flexible about bringing food in since they don't sell it. Nice spot on the pier to enjoy a cold one!

    I have had Made West beer before in cans I have found in San Diego. I had never had it fresh from…read morethe tap before. So, when visiting a friend in Ventura and we were invited to grab a couple pints we were happy to oblige. They have two spots in Ventura, one on the pier and the main brewery in a business park. We stopped by both. I had the coffee vanilla porter, it was so good! I also later had the IPA but I'm not a good judge of IPA. Dont take my word for it though, try them yourself!

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    Top of the staircase with their cool artwork and the bar behind it
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    4.6
    (242 reviews)
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    The Topa Topa on Thompson is my personal favorite location. All of them are great, and each one…read morecarries that welcoming, familiar energy, but the downtown spot just feels different. No matter which Topa you walk into, you see familiar faces. There is a real sense of family there, and I would hate to lose that. The Thompson location specifically feels like home. When I lost someone very near and dear to me, Topa became a place where I could breathe again. On the worst days, walking through those doors made things feel just a little lighter. Sometimes it felt like I was holding my breath all day until I got there. There is a steady comfort in that space. Mama mia, that kind of place is rare. I have definitely "invested" ;) my fair share into the pool table and the pinball machine. Trivia nights with the awesome host, the food pop ups, Nicks Smash Burgers and Ramos Tacos are the best. Being introduced to new bands and almost always leaving a live show with a vinyl or CD by the end of their set. It truly is a community. Supporting local artists and seeing the same people show up for each other over and over again is part of what makes it special. And the beer is unreal. I was never much of a beer person, but a few years ago they pulled me in with Moo Bae then the Althlone Ranger, and then the 4 and 20. My current favorite is The Tux. Every time I go in, that is what I get. I loved when they had more dark beers too. Topa Topa opened the door for me into the craft beer world without ever feeling intimidating. Once you find a place where you feel appreciated and respected, where you feel known, you do not want to lose that. A huge part of that for me is seeing my regular beer tenders, Mike, Lea, Marie, and Zion. They are part of what makes walking through those doors feel like coming home. The Thompson location is that kind of place. Really messed up what you did. EDIT- This is nothing against the newer employees of Topa, but has everything to do with corporate. What were you thinking getting rid of 15% of your staff? The people that have helped build the foundation of your brand. The people that build the individual personalities of each taproom. The people that we have gotten to know and they've gotten to know us. Like I said before Topa is a family. I get that the craft beer scene is getting smaller but getting rid of family is so dumb. Your regulars have developed a relationship with these people. It's so disheartening to go now. When we go we aren't greeted by these friendly faces that know us. You'd think you'd focus more on your regulars you know the people that actually spend money here rather than the "next generation". Like I said, this has nothing to do with the new workers. They're nice. But the people we've developed relationships could NEVER be replaced. The lovers of topa topa do not like this. And I've already seen on Reddit people are saying they aren't going back.

    I wouldn't call myself a big beer fan, but Topa Topa is one of those places that always pulls me…read morein. I usually order a flight so I can try a few different things, especially their special release beers. Two favorites I've loved during special releases are the Ojai Pixie Citrus IPA and Harvest Swoon Sangria-Style Sour. Both are super flavorful without being overwhelming. Their hard seltzers are also a great option when I'm in the mood for something lighter. The Ojai location has a relaxed, welcoming vibe and shares the space with Little Sama, which makes it an easy place to hang out. They also host community events like trivia nights on Tuesdays, which adds to the fun. A great spot whether you're really into craft beer or just enjoy a casual drink in a laid-back Ojai setting.

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