Last night was the first time in many years that I've eaten here…read more I cannot believe I waited so long to come back. Our food was phenomenal. Each dish had its own unique flavor. No dish seemed to have any crossed ingredients. Fortunately for us as well was that we were there at one of two times during the day when they have an entire restaurant participation sing along. Most Outstanding Dinner outing !!

It's been a while since I've been here. I used to really love this place. The food isn't bad by…read moreany means, it's just not as tasty as it used to be or as I remember it. It's like they threw out the old pots that used to give flavor beyond any seasoning they shook in. The menu is much smaller. The food presentation is better, the plates are definitely more cleaned up and picture ready. Previously, the food used to all run together. We ordered my all time favorite all, the Cajun popcorn. The recipe is definitely different, the breading is fluffier and softer. Personally, not a fan, I prefer it a little crunchier to my liking. The redfish special was good, make sure to get it with the Pontchartrain sauce, it MAKES the dish. The lamb was good, prepared medium rare perfectly! The bread pudding soufflé was excellent. I'd come back, the food is good, just not as great as I remember it. Street parking is your best bet, but you can drive around the corner and find a public parking lot nearby.

These guys were very nice and responded right away over text when I had questions!…read more I had the shrimp & grits and the seafood gumbo. The flavor of the food was packed with delicious herbs and spices. Truly a supernova of delicious authentic soul taste. If it were just that, it'd be an easy 5 stars; however, onto the negatives: 1. The shrimp & grits were pretty skimpy on the grits (altho tons of shrimp and delicious sausage in the seafood gumbo. HIGHLY recommend that one) 2. The prices are a bit high, in the $20-$40 range. However, I understand that delivery companies do take a big portion 3. The grubhub page said "not currently accepting orders" while the Uber eats one was accepting them. I asked the owner over text and she said she'd try to fix the grubhub website (I wanted to use grubhub over Uber eats cuz I had a $5 off grubhub coupon). It still wasn't fixed after 15-30 mins so we just gave up and ordered on Uber Eats since we were hungry. Would've been nice to know how long it might take to get it fixed; I was assuming it'd be a quick setting change Note that these guys are delivery/pickup only via Uber Eats or Grubhub and you have to just wait and show up at their house when it's ready. Didn't have to wait long after the estimated finish time to see the sous chef walk out and hand me the order. +1 for great instructions on where to meet them

Very rude and annoying "chef" is constantly yelling into a megaphone, and disturbing the already…read moreloud area. + food is mid at best. Don't go here.

The food was amazing! I had the shrimp Po'Boy and my daughter had the 2pc Fried Chicken (Leg &…read moreWing) with macaroni and cheese and corn bread. The service was fantastic, was a husband, wife and daughter operation and they were down right hospitable. The ambience was average but they did have an area for live music, which they said they have on the weekends! A must try and I will definitely be back to try some gator and gumbo!!

I ordered the gumbo. It's a complete different type of gumbo that I'm used too. This one is more…read moresoupy. Watery and honestly, I didn't even know if I like it or not. It has some meat, sausages and crab legs, some shredded chicken meat mixed with the rice and the soup. No okra, No beans, not spicy at all. Grayish watery gumbo. On the side, I was given like a tapatio kind of spicy sauce. The other one that I got is shrimp creole. NOW.... This is yummy. More like the gumbo that I frequent. Thick stew, shrimp, perfect spice. Love this!. Staff are super kind and friendly. Extra star for them. I'm coming back for more Shrimp creole!!

Food is incredibly tasty We had a delicious dinner at…read moreIndustrial Eats, their seasonal menu brings out the best of the area Loved it, you order at the counter, shared tables , dog friendly, it's a casual spot with elevated food options, highly recommended !

My wife and I used to like this bar. It seems they got greedy and are now gouging non-local…read morecustomers passing through on 101 HWY by using their good reviews. I ordered a $36 Steak Fries; it came with about 3oz of steak. The plate was 95% fries, 5% steak. I have never seen this blatant, greedy behavior in these types of bar restaurants. You would think that a bar like this should be the total opposite of those tablecloth "fancy" restaurants that serve tiny portions, but it is not. Sad and shameful. I will never visit this bar again.

food was delicious and appropriately priced--service was quick and staff were super kind and…read moreaccommodating

Back at Cajun Kitchen after the reopen and it is like it never left…read more The blackened turkey club was stacked, flavorful, and messy in the best way. Easy lunch win and glad this spot is back in the rotation.

Flavor flavor flavor - Jeremiah is doing things differently here…read more Everything made fresh to order. From the batter, breading, and frying. The seasoning was immaculate, the flavor was outstanding, and it's everything you're looking for and more when it comes to good food, made with love. Keep doing your thing Jeremiah. Will be back to see you and the team soon.

If you're walking through The Oaks Mall and craving something with real flavor, Creole Kings in the…read morefood court is absolutely worth a stop. I ordered the Fried Catfish Combo, which comes with fries, and it did not disappoint. The catfish was seasoned perfectly and fried to perfection, crispy on the outside with a moist, juicy center that packed a ton of flavor in every bite. You can tell they know what they're doing when it comes to Cajun style cooking. The fries were just as impressive, coated in Cajun seasoning that gave them a nice kick without overpowering the meal. Everything paired really well with their house dipping sauce and a splash of hot sauce, bringing it all together. What really stood out was the service. The cashier and owner provided great customer service, taking the time to explain the menu and answer any questions. You can also tell the food is made fresh, everything is fried to order, not just sitting under a heating lamp, which makes a huge difference in quality. This is a must stop visit if you are ever in the area. For a food court spot, this place delivers bold, authentic flavors that truly stand out.

Yes please! This has…read morebeen a place I have been wanting to try. On paper, it has things I'm rooting for on paper... 1. It seems like a small place starting up. 2. It's a local business I can support. 3. it's soulfood in a primarily white area so it's a scarcity which can cause it too shine(by my estimate). 4.it appears to be artisanal food, cooked from scratch, which is always preferable to something reheated like in many current restaurants and is actually becoming increasingly common. All that being said, the prices should seem fair by my estimation. I decided to place an order and called to get a recommendation from the establishment. I called up, and it was the chef! I asked if she could recommend something, and she couldn't really answer specifically, and I honestly think she took my statement wrong because her tone changed as if I asked "what will I like," and sort of defensively stood on "I'm the chef so I am partial to everything" which was a fair answer, but I would never place that form of expectation on someone, but rather would pay more for dishes emphatically pointed out. Call out something they think they shine, so to speak. This was a missed sale. That being said I decided to place a "safe bet" on your food, and go with soulfood staples, and stay under $50. Fried Chicken, Collard Greens, Mac N Cheese, and sweet yams with cornbread on the side. The food was fantastic. Hands down. Good for the place, the city, hell, the region. I hope this woman finds success, her business thrives, and food, money, and smiles multiply exponentially. The chicken was fried perfectly with a gently seasoned batter, and honestly, the chicken breast was my favorite piece!!!! When is the breast the best? This might be a first. Kudos to MGF breaking the code on the chicken with just some hot sauce. The chicken tasted clean and like it had a clean quality flavor. I know that sounds a bit strange, but it's true. The Mac N Cheese was incredible. Disclaimer: REAL MAC AND CHEESE. Not dietetic in the slightest. Worth every bite however. Cheddary, buttery, a bit of black pepper, and tons of love. The collard greens were delicious, and succulent with every bite. They were a bit salty, but that's the way they are supposed to taste, and I would recommend them if you like Greens. They taste like they're rendered in drippings. So good. Yams were ultra sweet, and may put some people off, but not me. I'll order extra next time. Super sweet. No complaints here. Solid side dish extraordinaire. The cornbread was simple and had a "sweet corn flavored cake" sort of vibe. Sugary and pleasant and coupled well with the other flavors. Definitely go here. I will definitely be back. Next time, the catfish I secretly wanted recommended will be on the list. I will follow up with that review. Order here to indulge. 10/10

Ok so decided to order offline instead to dine in!! Overall, 4/5 for me! The food was pretty…read moredecent the best was the candied yams and Mac & cheese!! I ordered the catfish combo Very flavorful and seasoned. I did not really care for the collard greens they did not have much flavor and bland. The service was good when I put the order in. However, they did forget our order of greens. But it's ok my brother goes there a lot so I'm sure he will tell them:) They said they have grilled catfish but on uber eats you can't see it! I suggest call. Also, they have baked chicken on Sundays. I have passed and went there before and it is always clean. Make sure to call and check hours they hours are a bit tricky! -Marshay D.

Lofi Smoke and Grill is the BEST BBQ in Ventura County hands down. For so many years I'd been eager…read moreto find a spot that truly served up 5 star BBQ and after trying a few spots I was disappointed and the hunt continued. Thankfully due to a supper club hosted by Yelp Central Coast I was finally able to try them and I fell in love. Lofi was everything I had been searching for and then some. Fast forward to them being on my mind for months I had the opportunity to give them another try at one of their pop up events. The lines proved that everyone in the community loves Lofi as much as me! Family owned and operated this business is all about good vibes, teaching others about west coast bbq, their love for feeding their community and no ego. Steve and the family truly want you to have a wonderful experience and make you feel at home both with their kindness and the food that they put on your plate. Supporting them in this bbq community has been a refreshing experience as they are so kind and open to feedback. I love that they have fun pop ups opposed to a standard brick and mortar. They chose this because they truly want their bbq to be accessible and available to those that don't always have the opportunity to try them. They definitely give back to their community and supporting them is a win for our small but mighty 805 community. Okay now on to the food! Claiming anything is the "best" in the 805 is a bold move but I stand behind the flavors and complexity that Lofi brings to the table. West Coast BBQ makes me feel proud to be from CA as I've had bbq all over the states and they are doing us proud here. They have a killer bbq sauce that's the perfect mix of sweet and savory. Their meats and proteins are always cooked to perfection and juicy! My two favorite meats they do hands down is their 1. Brisket and 2. Pulled Pork. Their brisket is so flavorful and I love the little bit of fattiness that comes through. Also having never been a pulled pork girl, Lofi changed the game for me - so good and the flavors are on point. Another bite worth mentioning are their ribs, great seasoning and generous portions. I like to cut all of the heaviness of the bbq with their coleslaw. Makes for the perfect bite. I know they have a good amount of other sides but I'll need to give them a try. I am so beyond happy that we have Lofi BBQ in the 805. Their family couldn't be nicer and more welcoming. They are doing good work out here and I'll definitely continue to support them and spread the word on this amazing bbq spot.

Usually I only review restaurants but yesterday I had the opportunity to attend a private pop up…read moreevent. Lofi Smoke & Grill BBQ & Pleasant Burgers where in the house!!!!! Both were AMAZINGLY delicious. Move over CJ's, there's a newcomer in town. The pull pork was bursting with flavor, my tastebuds and some of my senses went wild. They didn't know what hit them. The meat was tender, soft, moist and thick. As you brought that pull pork sandwich close to your mouth, you could smell the smoked pork. Once it hit your mouth, it mushed and was easy to chew. It's shredded look was deceiving because it looked firm but this meat was juicy. They were generous with the serving so every bite was a mouthful. Good quality meat, smoked and season just right. Served on a yummy buttery bun with a kickass mildly spicy sauce. I'm telling you the flavor was off the hook. I highly recommend this BBQ for your catering needs. IN-N-Out got nothing on Pleasant Burgers. These burgers are IN!!!!! These burgers were juicy, and flavorful. It took me back to a little nostalgia. If you ever tasted Top Hat in Ventura, it reminded me of those burgers. It had that authentic homemade burger taste. Their grilled onions took it up a notch. If you were lucky enough to try the "Pile" then you went home a happy camper. Having the pull pork added to the cheeseburger was to die for....Uhhhh....YUM!!!!! Winning food experience for sure. Don't sleep on this.