Luau Grill

4.5 (58 reviews)

Barbeque, Seafood, Hawaiian

Open • 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

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Luna G.

OH NO! After trying this place and coming here for the past 2 months or so, it didn't take too long to find a short curly black hair IN MY FOOD. SO upsetting from this restaurant, especially since they were promising. We spent just about $40 on food and drinks, just to throw out my whole meal after only a few bites! I felt so bad for wasting it, but went from really hungry to literally not being hungry in the slightest. It wasn't in my partner's food, and yet it still grossed them out enough to stop eating, as well. We would have went back and gotten a refund if we weren't already sat at home with the to-go food. You can tell the cleanliness is not being kept up with over time and that their standards for being hygienic are not a priority. I would skip next time if I were you!!

Nat W.

I like chicken teriyaki here. It is delicious. When I think of a good teriyaki, I have to say this place is great by far. This is like the third time I came here. It is like a fast food place, but the food is fresh and steaming hot. The service is nice. The restaurant is nice and clean, plenty of table to dine in or sit outside. Not fancy, but like I mentioned earlier, they have a good chicken teriyaki and really nice portion.

Melissa L.

Luau Grill was good and hit the spot. Another Hawaiian bbq chain I was hoping for something that makes this place a standout from the rest but overall it is pretty standard. Not a bad thing and at least you know what you are going to get. I will say the restaurant interior and cleanliness is 5 stars. Very well maintained and clean inside. Clean bathrooms are always an added plus. Great music playing inside and I super appreciate that they have all of the sauces available in the lobby to grab. This was a big plus for me (no awkward asking for extra sauces or worrying that sauces won't get packed). Another strong plus was the service. The gentleman that helped us behind the counter today was very friendly and helpful in answering our questions. A nice guy. The food overall was good, standard tasty chain Hawaiian bbq. I ended up going with the duo of chicken plate. Hawaiian chicken (like a grilled teriyaki) and their chicken Katsu. Solid all around but I definitely prefer the Katsu. Their Hawaiian chicken was a little stringy and not super juicy. Still good. Their Mac salad is a 10/10. Love the hints of tuna and how creamy it is. Delicious. Paired my meal with a Hawaiian juice and you can't go wrong. Meals are about $20 a person. Pretty good sized proteins. Happy I came for dinner and would keep this spot in mind again in the future.

David L.

Needed a Hawaiian fix so I decided to try Luau Grill. Pleasantly surprised that it's affiliated with one of my favorite Hawaiian restaurants in Ventura county Q and Q Grill. Same menu and food. Clean Hawaiian theme decor and friendly staff. Come check it out the next time you crave a taste of the islands.

Angela D.

We decided to give this place a shot and ordered an entree to go. Their setup with the utensils, napkins and sauce packets to go made it convenient to access everything you needed. The mixed bbq plate with the side of rice and macaroni was hot and fresh. Everything came out good and it's a nice spot to get lunch nearby. The chicken teriyaki, veggie, and rice bowl looked good to get on another day.

Ryan M.

Normally I do not like ordering fried fish to go because to no fault at all of the restaurant the breading becomes mushy and not pleasant. Not this place. The island white fish was moist inside, fish was very flavorful and some of the crispiest breaded fish I've ever had. I Highly recommend if you are craving some good fish filets. The price of the plate was more than fair for the amount of food you get. Mac salad was great , rice was the perfect temperature and cook like it should be on a Hawaiian plate. Spam Musubi was how it should be with the teriyaki sauce and katsu sauce for dipping. Would love to come back and try the Chicken Katsu, Loco Moco and Spare Ribs.

Jason M.

Luau Grill is a solid spot for anyone craving authentic Hawaiian food, especially if you're far from the islands like I am. The flavors instantly bring me back home--comforting, familiar, and truly ono. It's hard to find places that get it right, but Luau Grill delivers. The convenience of having my favorite local dishes nearby is unbeatable. My only gripe is the poke bowl--I just wish it came with a bit more poke. Still, it's hands-down my go-to place when I'm missing the taste of home. Friendly service, great food, and a little taste of Hawaii right here on the mainland.

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Authentic Island Flavors at Luau Grill My wife, our three sons, and I recently stopped by Luau Grill in Thousand Oaks, and it was one of those spots that instantly makes you feel at home. With its true mom and pop shop feel, this place delivers not just on flavor, but on that welcoming, no-frills atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again. Entrées: We ordered the chicken katsu and kalbi short ribs, and both were outstanding. The chicken katsu was perfectly crispy on the outside while staying juicy and tender on the inside, paired with a flavorful sauce that brought everything together. The kalbi short ribs were just as impressive, marinated well with that sweet and savory balance you expect from great Hawaiian BBQ, and cooked to perfection with a nice char. Sides: Each plate came with white rice and macaroni salad, and both hit the mark. The rice was fluffy and a perfect base for the meats, while the macaroni salad was creamy, simple, and exactly what you want alongside a hearty Hawaiian meal. Appetizers: We also grabbed a classic spam musubi, and it did not disappoint. The spam was nicely seared with a slightly sweet glaze, sitting on perfectly seasoned rice and wrapped in seaweed. Simple, but done right. Ambience: The vibe here is as authentic as it gets. It truly feels like a small family-run spot where the focus is on good food and good service rather than anything flashy. That mom and pop atmosphere adds a lot of charm to the overall experience. Overall: Luau Grill is a must-visit if you're in Thousand Oaks and craving authentic Hawaiian food. Dining here with our three sons was easy and enjoyable, and from the quality of the dishes to the welcoming feel of the place, everything comes together for a great experience. Easily one of the best Hawaiian spots around, and definitely somewhere we'll be returning to. read more

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Eric E.

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Decided to drop in and check this place out. It was a very generous portion. The food was very good but not amazing. Ambiance: Real chill setting. I could see that taking it to go might be the ticket. Service was good. Take your order and call you when it's ready. Worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

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I felt compelled to leave this review because this place truly deserves more recognition. Luau Grill is a newer spot in Westlake Village, and while I often see it quieter than it should be, the food and overall experience are honestly impeccable. The food is extremely consistent -- which is exactly what you want from a restaurant like this -- and every time I've come in, everything tastes just as good as the last visit. The restaurant itself is immaculately clean, the portions are generous, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality and quantity you're getting. On top of that, the service is excellent. There's a staff member I often see working there who is always attentive, friendly, and makes the experience even better. I also really love seeing Hawaiian culture and beach vibes making their way into Westlake Village -- between this spot and the new Hawaiian coffee shop coming in, it's such a great addition to the area. Highly recommend supporting this place. Easily a 5-star experience, and I hope more people discover it soon. read more

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Luna G.

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OH NO! After trying this place and coming here for the past 2 months or so, it didn't take too long to find a short curly black hair IN MY FOOD. SO upsetting from this restaurant, especially since they were promising. We spent just about $40 on food and drinks, just to throw out my whole meal after only a few bites! I felt so bad for wasting it, but went from really hungry to literally not being hungry in the slightest. It wasn't in my partner's food, and yet it still grossed them out enough to stop eating, as well. We would have went back and gotten a refund if we weren't already sat at home with the to-go food. You can tell the cleanliness is not being kept up with over time and that their standards for being hygienic are not a priority. I would skip next time if I were you!! read more

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Nat W.

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I like chicken teriyaki here. It is delicious. When I think of a good teriyaki, I have to say this place is great by far. This is like the third time I came here. It is like a fast food place, but the food is fresh and steaming hot. The service is nice. The restaurant is nice and clean, plenty of table to dine in or sit outside. Not fancy, but like I mentioned earlier, they have a good chicken teriyaki and really nice portion. read more

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Elle K.

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I usually call to place my order to avoid a long wait when I get to the restaurant. The employees are always professional and friendly when placing my order and in store. I usually get the Hawaiian BBQ mix and since I don't like macaroni salad, I sub it with vegetables. They have a self service section with teriyaki sauce and katsu sauce. I have tried only a few of their plates and it's so far all been tasty. I will have to try something different the next time I visit. read more

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Melissa L.

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Luau Grill was good and hit the spot. Another Hawaiian bbq chain I was hoping for something that makes this place a standout from the rest but overall it is pretty standard. Not a bad thing and at least you know what you are going to get. I will say the restaurant interior and cleanliness is 5 stars. Very well maintained and clean inside. Clean bathrooms are always an added plus. Great music playing inside and I super appreciate that they have all of the sauces available in the lobby to grab. This was a big plus for me (no awkward asking for extra sauces or worrying that sauces won't get packed). Another strong plus was the service. The gentleman that helped us behind the counter today was very friendly and helpful in answering our questions. A nice guy. The food overall was good, standard tasty chain Hawaiian bbq. I ended up going with the duo of chicken plate. Hawaiian chicken (like a grilled teriyaki) and their chicken Katsu. Solid all around but I definitely prefer the Katsu. Their Hawaiian chicken was a little stringy and not super juicy. Still good. Their Mac salad is a 10/10. Love the hints of tuna and how creamy it is. Delicious. Paired my meal with a Hawaiian juice and you can't go wrong. Meals are about $20 a person. Pretty good sized proteins. Happy I came for dinner and would keep this spot in mind again in the future. read more

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Tiffany L.

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Huge portions! We got the Hawaiian BBQ Mix and BBQ and Katsu mix. The beef and kalbi were a bit dry, but for the price, I really can't complain. On the other hand, the chicken texture was very tender, and the chicken katsu perfectly crispy. I ended up not being able to finish and had to take home the leftovers, and they were still delicious even after a day. read more

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Mica B.

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Visiting for a field hockey tournament and so glad we stopped for the best chicken katsu in California. The Kaula pork, Mac salad and bbq plate were also really good. The service was extremely friendly accommodating. read more

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Kathy P.

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Excellent experience! The restaurant is very clean and the employees are friendly and helpful. You order at the counter, and the food is made for you. There is a poke bar also available. Generous portions, my chicken was very tasty, and I loved the rice, macaroni salad, and cabbage. I would go back there just for the sides. read more

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David L.

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Needed a Hawaiian fix so I decided to try Luau Grill. Pleasantly surprised that it's affiliated with one of my favorite Hawaiian restaurants in Ventura county Q and Q Grill. Same menu and food. Clean Hawaiian theme decor and friendly staff. Come check it out the next time you crave a taste of the islands. read more

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Angela D.

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We decided to give this place a shot and ordered an entree to go. Their setup with the utensils, napkins and sauce packets to go made it convenient to access everything you needed. The mixed bbq plate with the side of rice and macaroni was hot and fresh. Everything came out good and it's a nice spot to get lunch nearby. The chicken teriyaki, veggie, and rice bowl looked good to get on another day. read more

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Joseph S.

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Perfunctory service, overpriced. Food was passable. Had been here before, remembered not liking it, forgot why, now I remember. Would opt for Panda Express instead. Quicker, cheaper, not great either. read more

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Carol M.

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Wanted to try their poke bowl. I thought the fish was fresh, with generous portions. The restaurant is clean and staff is friendly. I would recommend! read more

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Mark G.

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Really delicious every time, super good Mac salad keeps me coming back. Great portions for the small plates too.

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Patrick A.

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Came in and had the lunch special here. Food was descent. Staff works to get the food out quickly. I'll be back to sample some of the other menu items. Thank you! read more

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David V.

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The food was very good and reasonably priced. The staff were super friendly. I recommend the bbq chicken here. Really good.

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Manny H.

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I'll keep it simple, best Chicken Katsu, ever. The place is also always spotless with friendly staff. Enjoy! read more

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Norman J.

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Got the family Pack. It was a good quantity. I was not a fan of the teriyaki beef. The fish was good and chicken Katsu was OK. The Katsu sauce could be better. The beef sauce could be better too. I had a coupon for $5 off but they didn't apply it. I didn't realize it until I got home. read more

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Ryan M.

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Normally I do not like ordering fried fish to go because to no fault at all of the restaurant the breading becomes mushy and not pleasant. Not this place. The island white fish was moist inside, fish was very flavorful and some of the crispiest breaded fish I've ever had. I Highly recommend if you are craving some good fish filets. The price of the plate was more than fair for the amount of food you get. Mac salad was great , rice was the perfect temperature and cook like it should be on a Hawaiian plate. Spam Musubi was how it should be with the teriyaki sauce and katsu sauce for dipping. Would love to come back and try the Chicken Katsu, Loco Moco and Spare Ribs. read more

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Luau Grill is a solid spot for anyone craving authentic Hawaiian food, especially if you're far from the islands like I am. The flavors instantly bring me back home--comforting, familiar, and truly ono. It's hard to find places that get it right, but Luau Grill delivers. The convenience of having my favorite local dishes nearby is unbeatable. My only gripe is the poke bowl--I just wish it came with a bit more poke. Still, it's hands-down my go-to place when I'm missing the taste of home. Friendly service, great food, and a little taste of Hawaii right here on the mainland. read more

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Erika B.

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Went last night it was good. Expensive but good. Got the kalbi short rib plate with a drink. $24.00. Could have gone to Bj's and got $13.00 meal. Wish they had a kalua pork meal by itself not in a combo Other thing they should get a refund from their menu printer company. The company misspelled Newbury park, Bakersfield and the Bakersfield address has the Newbury park city and zip code. read more

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Joe M.

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WOW! I had this for the first time today and was blown away. I ordered dinner for the family and we had a great experience with a broad selection from the menu. Everything was super fresh and perfectly cooked. You can't go wrong here. I'll definitely go back. read more

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Melanie B.

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I think Luau Grill is really excellent!! The quality of the chicken is truly great. I think the portions are good, veggies fresh and crisp, rice perfectly cooked and the people are very friendly. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Great portion size. Food is consistently delicious. One of the few places left in town to get a large hearty meal without the large hearty price!! read more

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Mary W.

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Big Portions, Great Taste, and Super Affordable! I was honestly blown away by how much food you get for the price here. The portions are huge, and the food is delicious -- definitely a great value. I ordered the short rib plate and another combo with BBQ chicken and short ribs, plus a side of Spam musubi. Everything was cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. The short ribs were tender and juicy, with that perfect grilled flavor. The BBQ chicken was well-marinated and full of taste. The mac salad and rice were fresh and balanced out the meal nicely. The Spam musubi was classic and done just right -- simple and satisfying. For the amount of food you get, the price is really cheap. You definitely won't leave hungry! Highly recommend if you want hearty, local-style food without breaking the bank. read more

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3 words: AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING! Food Quality-5 stars. Quality/tender/delicious meats. My teenage son loves this place. Teriyaki sauce is perfect. Not overwhelming; Portion size-5 stars. They are very generous. I usually order the beef & chicken combo and can make 2-3 meals out of it. Love the macaroni salad! Customer Service-5 stars. They greet you with a friendly smile, are very polite and helpful with the menu. They serve you if you dine-in. If you get it to go, they still "serve you" and walk your food to you. Your not just a number. Other restaurants can learn from them. Thank you for opening in Westlake Village! read more

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We got there just after opening. The meat was perfectly seasoned and well cooked. I got the Hawaiian Mix bbq plate and my wife got the chicken katsu plate. The Mac salad was delicious. I think the star of the show was the chicken katsu, made with chicken thigh and the katsu sauce that went with it. You could eat it off a shoe. The seating area was well spaced out and the tables were nice and clean. The staff were also very nice. read more

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I'm not sure how this got high reviews. It's wanna-be Hawaiian food, almost all fried, super salty and the Mac salad tastes days old. Bleh. No way. read more

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Absolutely love the food here. Portions are amazing and delicious. Nice ambiance and atmosphere. Friendly customer service as well. The meat was so tender and juicy, i was able to take the bone almost clean off. The chicken was also very good and well made. Even the rice was delicious. Definitely will be coming back here soon and I look forward to it!! read more

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Ryan L.

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Quality Hawaiian BBQ and great pasta salad. Will order again. Fast preparation too.

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Loco Moco was excellent. The burgers were not over cooked and the fried eggs were made correctly with the yolks runny the way I like. The service was great and staff friendly. The whole experience was positive. Two thumbs up for this new favorite! read more

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Great portions, friendly staff, and made fresh as soon as I ordered at the restaurant! read more

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Great size portion and the food was great. I really enjoyed this Hawaiian bbq place and the service was great too. Overall I love it and will definitely be coming back! read more

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Ordered a large catering order for my New Years celebration and it was great! Had chicken katsu, spam musubi, and Mac salad, all delicious!

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Beth W.

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We eat at Luna probably once a week. The food is fresh, healthy and delicious. The service has always been good. Staff is very attentive to the needs and desires. The Prices are reasonable and servings are generous. The restaurant is always nice and clean. The rewards are good too. read more

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The Chicken Katsu is delicious and service has been great each time I've gone. Definitely recommend it! read more

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Zach C.

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This place is really quality food got the mix bbq 17$ and the chicken salad 11$ both were great and great pricing.

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Great food quality & quantity Decent ambience & friendly service I have been there for 4 times and definitely will visit again read more

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The food was so so delicious! BBQ chicken salad, chicken katsu, macaroni salad, rangoons, malasadas, were all scrumptious. Staff were very kind and welcoming/accommodating. The cashier working gave great recommendations, and was very polite. Clean and well managed. Will be returning :) so happy to have this yummy addition to Thousand Oaks! read more

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3825 Thousand Oaks Blvd
Ste C
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
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(805) 601-5017
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http://luaugrill.com

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Hours

What time does Luau Grill open?

Luau Grill opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Luau Grill close?

Luau Grill closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Luau Grill closes at 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 10:30 AM - 8:00 PMFri-Sat 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

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Does Luau Grill have catering options?

Yes, Luau Grill does have catering options.

Does Luau Grill serve alcohol?

Yes, Luau Grill serves alcohol.

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Does Luau Grill have outdoor seating?

Yes, Luau Grill has outdoor seating options.

Does Luau Grill have parking?

Yes, Luau Grill has parking options. Validated Parking

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Does Luau Grill have free WiFi?

Yes, Luau Grill has free WiFi.

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Bandits' Grill & Bar

Bandits' Grill & Bar has long been one of my go‑to spots for solid BBQ comfort. Over the years,…read moreI've happily worked my way through their Buffalo Burgers, Salmon Salad, sliders, potato skins, Tri‑Tip sandwiches, and more. If it once mooed, clucked, swam, or sprouted, chances are I've tried Bandits' version of it. But this visit came with a twist -- a Tri‑Tip Chili adventure. I ordered their weekend‑only Tri‑Tip Chili (served Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays), and the first bowl came out a bit watery. Not tragic, but definitely not the hearty chili Bandits is known for. Our server, Kirsten, checked in and asked how it tasted. I told her honestly. She didn't blink -- she marched straight to the kitchen, looped in the manager, and together they taste‑tested the giant vat of chili like two culinary detectives on a case. They agreed with me. They fixed it. And they fixed it for everyone, not just my bowl. A few minutes later, Kirsten returned with a fresh bowl, thicker, richer, and absolutely delicious. She even mentioned it probably needed a touch more cornmeal. That kind of honesty and teamwork is rare, and I appreciated it more than she knows. I also ordered an original margarita, which was smooth, refreshing, and exactly what a margarita should be. Bandits has a full bar, so if you're in the mood for something stronger, fruitier, or fancier, they likely have you covered. The bar area has several TVs for game‑watching, which means it can get loud. If you prefer actual conversation, the kind where you can hear the person sitting across from you, they offer quieter seating away from the bar. There's also a patio area where I've held group meetings in the past, and it works beautifully. Kirsten was a standout: caring, attentive, upbeat, and clearly someone who enjoys her job. Service like that elevates a meal from "good" to "memorable." Bandits' Grill & Bar is handicap accessible, family‑friendly, and equally comfortable for singles, couples, and groups. Do I recommend it? You bet. Especially when the staff listens, cares, and brings a little magic to the table.

The food: Ribs were too dry and over smoked, no Meat on the…read morebones to carve off let alone pull with your own teeth. Saw other patrons say the meal with the ribs were also a "I didn't like it, please take this away" attitude. They did try to replace another rib but it too was awful. The Prime Rib was really good and the sides were meh at best. The fries were tiny little miniature sticks. The Cole Slaw was just generic like it was from every regular galley or cafeteria you get at college eateries. Onion Rings were fun and crunchy and great for bar food. We got there during happy hour and had their drinks and were good. Service was great and the staff were super friendly which makes me feel bad because the food wasn't good overall. The ambience was nice because they put us out in the patio during a nice cool afternoon. And the music was regular country bar music... No Military or 1st Responder Discounts

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Another room where sports bar is

This is the reason I go to Bandits - best prime rib ever!

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In the front the fireplace

West of Orleans

Seems as if this restaurant doesn't need my help... nevertheless I'm going to say what needs to be…read moresaid because it deserves to be said. West of Orleans is the real deal; an institution that meets, excels, devastates all notions of what Cajun/Creole/BBQ cuisine can or should accomplish to stand out amongst the rest of the competition. And with how high they stand, all should recognize. With a menu as expansive as most, West of Orleans manages to offer their patrons all of the classics seen with most other restaurants of the same variety, but with so much more... But onto the food. It's true to its word. Fresh, delicate, light, harmonious in every sense of the word. Flavorful beyond flavor. The PoBoy was delicious, as the shrimp popped, the remoulade sauce incredible, tangy and sweet but not overpowering. The Jerk Chicken Mac-n-Cheese was the perfect pair between savory and succulence. Not too spicy, not too smoky, just enough of everything. The macaroni held up its half of the bargain as well. Currently planning my next experience here. Stay tuned.

If you're anywhere near Newbury Park and even remotely serious about good food, do yourself a favor…read moreand check out West of Orleans. From the moment you walk in, that amazing smell hits you like no other! Marcus, the owner, treated us like you're a regular, even on our first visit. Marcus was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited about the menu. And the food? Absolutely next level. Marcus gave us samples of the chicken gumbo and from the moment it touched my tongue, I was sold. I got a 32 ounce Gumbo and let me tell you, it was plenty. Everything was perfectly seasoned and packed full with some much pride and flavor. You could tell Marcus and his wife are passionate about their business and the product they're putting out. In addition to the chicken gumbo, I got the cornbread with the honey butter. Let me tell you something, I must've died and went to heaven. One of my friends' grandmothers made corn bread back in the day and this made me think of those times. The cornbread wasn't dry and the honey butter just amplified it to the next level. My friends got the brisket po'boys and they were blown away by the flavor. The sandwich was packed full of brisket and was seasoned to perfection. We will definitely be back for another round as this was the best meal we've had in a while. Thank you Marcus!

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Elegant Catering setup

Caribbean Ahi catering only

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Ranch Hand BBQ

Words cannot express how oh my gosh, amazingly tasty, tender flavor oh my gosh, words cannot…read moreexpress the best pulled pork I've ever had hands-down I had the regular barbecue sauce and it was amazing! Also had the barbecue chicken breast and that was equal equally as amazing. It's so hard to find a good chicken breast that is tender and oh my gosh, this is amazing tender delicious!! the ambience was also amazing. It looked gorgeous in there. Definitely a great place to eat inside and outside on the patio.. the service was amazing as well. The people who worked there are so nice! So accommodating!! I can't wait to have it again!

If I had a tail I would have wagged it, a lot. Great food, service, and pricing…read more Food was up fast and potions generous.. Nice patio area. Not a thing to fault. Go

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Grill

Half Size Tri Tip salad

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Shredded Brisket Salad

Elks Lodge Thousand Oaks

Really good ribs and tri-tip sandwiches on Saturdays. You have to get there early if you want to…read morehave the beef ribs as they sell out real . A great place to have a Saturday lunch and know you're helping to support their causes.

I've always passed by and never gone it but I was just in time one Saturday and rushed in!…read moreThe food is good and not bad for its price, especially considering it's for a good cause. But maybe mine was an off batch because everything was entering dry and chewy. But it does come out fast! There's a nice shaded patio to sit if you want to stay and some more tables where you can watch them grilling by the road. If you want tons of sauce, they also sell noh's hawaiin bbq bottles. Out of the tri tip sandwich, beef ribs, and baby back ribs--the beef rib was my favorite, but the sandwich is probably what I'll keep going back for because they are so generous with how much meat they pile! Definitely worth a visit, but I didn't feel the hype I kept on hearing.

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BBQ

Beef rib individually wrapped $3.50

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Elks BBQ

Wood Ranch Thousand Oaks

AI... The…read moretemperature and atmosphere were on point -- quiet enough that my partner and I could actually hear each other instead of doing the usual "WHAT?" across the table. Food came out fast, which was great. The hamburgers showed up a little lukewarm... like they had just finished a light jog instead of a full workout. Bathroom was clean, which already puts this place ahead of a surprising number of establishments. We sat at the bar, and the redheaded bartender was awesome -- super nice, accommodating, and honestly carrying the VIP energy of the evening

Came for a birthday lunch Sunday around 1PM and got seated immediately. The restaurant was pretty…read moreempty but it seemed they had 2 servers for the entire floor, but they did their best! Food came out pretty slow but there's plenty of garlic rolls to supplement the wait. It seems that the wait for food is always the same regardless of capacity so don't come if you're starving. Got brisket sliders which were pretty good, our 2 classic burgers were both medium rare, despite one being ordered medium well. Like a large pink center, but it's fine. The bbq salad is so good though, the perfect mix of bbq meat and fresh lettuce that complements perfectly. The sliders are good but a bit boring, they have a lunch special where it's 2 sliders and a side/soup but I feel they wouldn't be as fulfilling as the other items on the menu for a similar price. Garlic rolls are so soft and buttery. I think our server's name was Jaqueline? So sorry if I'm getting this wrong, but she was managing at least 5 tables from my POV, but she checked on us regularly! Our waters were never empty and everything was great!

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10oz tri tip

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Road trip pic !

Busters Og Bbq & Grill

Well, passing through town again staying for a few days to visit friends and family from my old…read morestomping ground here in Ventura, California. I crave some barbecue tri-tip.. I read somewhere across the street where this Location used to be in that food court is another barbecue place that I didn't get to try unfortunately because I'm pretty loyal to Buster's . it was about 730 on a Monday night and they close at eight so I figured you know what I'll give them a shot. Upon entering the business I could smell some of the meats we're still cooking on the grill so that's a good sign. I need a quick take on the pricing and wow unbelievable that this place at one time sold a tri-tip sandwich for 7.99 and a tri-tip dinner for about 13.99. now the sandwich is 14.99 and the dinner is 19.99.. there's a picture included. You can zoom in and see the prices for yourself but not sure how much I would get. I was starving. I got the dinner and I also got the sandwich. I can also eat the next day or simple some of my was not full. I opted for the potato salad, the coleslaw and the beans on the dinner and the sandwich just comes with tri-tip French bread and a barbecue sauce of your choice or you can get hot version which I avoid. So about 35.00 and I'm headed back to my hotel. I dug into the dinner first and yes, the tri-tip was kind of dry, but would you dip it into the barbecue sauce? It was OK. The beans were OK. I needed some seasoning potato salad. It was great and the coleslaw was just average coleslaw. nothing to write home about the butter. Bread was pretty good portions was it fresh it was warm. Could've been better.. I was given about 4 to 5 slices of tri-tip, which isn't really a lot so I attacked the language and took a few slices off of there and then put the rest away for tomorrow. Overall, it's decent maybe I should've went when it was fresher in the afternoon, but I probably wouldn't recommend going late in the evening as things are being put away and food tends to sit around for a while. can't really blame the price too much because we all know. Beef prices are insane these days but I think you should at least get more portions for the $$$$ you're paying for. on my next visit I head across the street and try the new place if it's still an existence cause we know that food court turns new places over left and right and it could be vacated on my next return..

Buster's BBQ is hidden away but definitely worth finding. We ordered the Tri Tip meal and Sandwich…read moreand both had a generous portion of sliced tender meat with a lovely smoke ring. The house-made chili beans were also flavorful and perfectly seasoned. The potato salad was solid and the coleslaw was delicious if you grew up enjoying KFC coleslaw. The meats live up to the high expectations we have for BBQ and it draws large crowds at lunchtime. The cashier at the counter was very friendly and helpful and the meal was brought to the table fairly quickly. The interior 2 dining rooms are spacious and the standout decor is comprised of large TV screens playing an eclectic selection of cartoons, sports and home improvement shows. The focus here is definitely serving up the best BBQ and fixings. We'll absolutely be back to try the ribs, and chicken.

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Tri-tip dinner beans, potato salad, coleslaw don't mind the one bite off the toast

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Stonefire Grill

Ordered the Family Four Deal To-Go. Food was delicious! I ordered ahead online and it was ready to…read morego at specified time. They went through my order to make sure I received everything before handing it over. Amazing customer service!!!

I'm sorry to say that I have no photos of our catered meal from Stonefire, but I can assure you,…read morethe food, delivery and quality were all OUTSTANDING !!! We ordered the MEGAFEAST, which feeds 12, but since we were having 15 guests, we added a bit more to the order. It truly was a feast, and everything was delicious !! We had Caesar salad, and BTW, they have THE BEST Caesar dressing on this EARTH !! Always have... always will... and I've had a LOT of Caesar dressing in my life to make this proclamation. The order also included their breadsticks, lemon garlic chicken, BBQ tri-trip, tri-tip with pepper gorgonzola sauce, baby back ribs, rigatoni with pesto sauce, mashed potatoes with garlic pieces and cheese, as well as mac 'n cheese. We also added 2 cheese pizzas, and for dessert, we added Stonefire's carrot cake and cheesecake. (Neither the pizza nor desserts were part of the initial order.) All the guests loved the food, and there was enough left over to send "doggie bags" home with everyone. We paid enough to qualify for Stonefire to deliver AND set up the food, which was fabulous. They showed up exactly when we asked. They brought plates, utensils, and LOADS of serving pieces. We wanted for nothing !! I'm not going to lie... it was costly, BUT it was worth it. I had out-of-town family visiting, but thanks to Stonefire, I didn't have to lift a finger or be removed from any festivities because they did it all for us. It was worth EVERY dollar we paid. I'd surely do it again !

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Rib Ranch BBQ

Great food and great service!…read more Everything from the beer on tap to the sides to the boneless and skinless chicken was perfect! The live music was the icing on the cake... soft enough to enjoy conversations and upbeat enough to keep our toes tapping... The Soul Singers are perfect for dining alfresco! Cassidy took great care of us... she was always there when we needed her but honored our privacy when we were obviously enjoying the food and conversation! Rib Ranch is a must on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights!

I was excited to try this place and was craving some good BBQ but unfortunately it just didn't hit…read morethe spot. Having lived in the south, you get to experience some really good BBQ, as well as having visited Texas which has amazing BBQ and that's the quality you expect. So this place is very casual and that's nice and all but we were handed menus and told to sit outside. The table was dirty, hadn't even been cleaned. Our waitress was really sweet and nice but no follow through. We were never asked if we needed anything during our meal or how the food was. We also waited 20min and she never brought us the check. Oh and we had ordered mozzarella sticks as an appetizer which never came. Now on to the food. The pork ribs were good, probably the best thing we ordered. The mac and cheese lacked flavor and looked like it had been sitting in the pot for days. Coleslaw was just ok. But they did have a band playing outside which was nice.

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Pork ribs and tri tip

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I love this sign. They've got a decent seating area in the outdoor courtyard.

Busters Og Bbq & Grill

4.2

(97 reviews)

1.0 mi

Delicious bbq!!!! The best bang for your buck…read more Tri tip is delicious, potato salad is SO YUMMY & my absolute favorite baked beans!! I just love everything here ‍

We were in the area and thought "why not?" Why not, indeed. These guys know how to smoke a…read moretri-tip, ribs and sausage. I split the sampler with one of the guys from work, and it was plenty of food and oh so good. After lunch they gave him a tour of the smoker. The service was excellent and everyone was very friendly and on the ball. Will definitely come again!

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Busters inside

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Counter service

Sette Sorelle

4.7

(132 reviews)

5.3 mi

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

As a local, I'm always excited to see new restaurants open, but Sette Sorelle is truly something…read morespecial. The atmosphere is warm, stylish, and welcoming, making it the perfect place for both a casual dinner and a special occasion. The food is outstanding, combining authentic Italian flavors with a fresh and modern approach. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared, and the hospitality makes you feel like part of the family. Sette Sorelle brings something unique to the area, and I can't wait to come back. Highly recommended!

Located in a hotel, no problem getting free parking in the lot. They took over Selvins and didn't…read moreneed to much if any redecorating (it is really pretty inside) Wednesday evening and they had a keyboardist/singer in the main room. A bit loud for us (we wanted to be able to have conversation with the couple we were with). No problem. We got a table on the enclosed patio. Shortly after we were seated, Halle, our server, came by to tell us about the specials, get our drink orders, and answer any questions. Service was outstanding all evening. Four of us decided to share the sausage pinsa as an appetizer ($25). It's their version of a flatbread. Delicious cheese, interesting mushrooms, and lots of sausage. WOW! Was that good. For my main course, I got the ricotta gnocchi ($26). Generous portion of gnocchi with lots of mushrooms and sausage. Also delish. My wife got the grilled prawns ($27). Listed under appetizers but really a good sized portion with four large prawns. One of the prawns was prepared to perfection. The other three were a bit "squishy". After we finished eating, the owner came by to see how we enjoyed the dining experience - nice touch.

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8 oz. Filet

Focaccia straight from the oven!

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Pinsa Margherita

Plata Cocina Mexicana

Family-owned & operated

Outdoor seating

Came to Plata for Father's Day brunch and had such a great experience! The food and drinks were…read moreamazing highly recommend the raspberry mimosas and Raspberry Smash! My husband ordered the steak and loved it. What really stood out was our server, Ashley. She was so friendly, funny, and attentive the entire time. She was great with our kids, accommodating to my parents, and always made sure we had everything we needed. Service like that is hard to find these days. We'll definitely be back!

Food was great! The service was quick and the margarita was amazing. Ashley was a great server,…read moregrateful to have had her for our experience!

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Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

Lazy Dog is very family friendly, even dogs are at home. Called in a reservation only 2 hours ahead…read morefor a posse of eight (change up-two were visiting from out-of-state), and took us in 15 minutes early. Our server was knowledgeable and able to guide a few of our "undecided" eaters. Started off with some attitude adjustment-watermelon margaritas, craft beer and wine (only California wines at my table-gotta help the industry). All came to the table quickly even though it was busy (Saturday evening on this Memorial Day weekend). An appetizer of Brussel sprouts done in onions-outstanding. Our food orders arrived promptly-chicken, beef, trout and a Mediterranean salad-all very, very good. If you are ever anywhere in Thousand Oaks and need a place to not just eat but 'dine'....Lazy Dog is the place to go. It was GREAT!!!

Cassie saves the day! We had our son's 10th birthday dinner at Lazy Dog before going to a movie…read morenext door. They gave us a separate booth just for the six boys. Parents and older sibling sat separately across the aisle. Our server, Cassie, handled the boys' table expertly! I asked her if she had a bunch of younger siblings and she said "actually, yes!" It was such a relief to actually sit and enjoy my meal knowing she had them totally under control. She would also surreptitiously check with me if one of them tried to order something too expensive. I loved that! The corner seating was very thoughtfully planned for, so the boys could be loud (they really can't help it, being so excited to have a nice meal "on their own" to celebrate their friend). I appreciate that the restaurant arranged for this when I made the reservation. Delicious food and quick and friendly service.

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Brunch Menu

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New Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice

Old Oaks Steakhouse

Top notch steakhouse. Once you have some legit dry aged beef, you can't go back to normal steaks…read more The menu only had up to 45 days dry aged and so I asked if they had more older. Turns out they did and so I ended up with a delicious 90 day dry aged. Shout out to the head chef David too for coming out to our table and explaining the various older cuts they had. Awesome dude. Too bad I live so far away. I'm going to dream about going back and getting some more dry aged steaks. Everything about the restaurant from the design and ambience, to the bartender, to the service, quality of steaks, and perfect cook of the steaks, 10/10 in my book.

Amazing food and nice atmosphere. Sides are all amazing as well, and steak was perfectly seasoned…read more We loved the sweet potato and asparagus. I ordered filet on the bone (12 oz) but beware you're paying way more than the 12 oz filet for about 5 oz meat. Our server was very pleasant and helpful. Just a few things were a bit off for a $400 dinner for 2-when my partner ordered a second glass of wine it was brought in a new glass. Mine, a different type than the first, was poured into a dirty glass which is an obvious miss for switching up wine. They also poured house water into our bottled still glasses, but they comped the mistake sending us home with a free still bottle. And service to order was slow - probably about 20 mins more waiting than necessary when there were only 3 tables full in restaurant. And any steakhouse brings out bread unprompted--they do not. For the price, they should. I'm told you can ask for it and it's free but why wouldn't they just offer it if they make it? Little details like this are expected to be on point for $200/person. Still might be back, as it's some of the best food in Thousand Oaks. If you don't want to valet, you can park around corner on TO Blvd.

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Dry aged porter house steak AMAZING

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Ribeye steak

Little Calf Creamery and Cafe

Cause and effect - after JoAnn's closed in the adjacent shopping plaza, I've been coming over to…read morethis area much less frequently than I used to. As a result, Dear Hubby and I haven't been close by to Little Calf to remember to stop in for quite a while. Recently, though, after a nearby medical appointment I felt like some non-dairy ice cream. It was a Saturday in the mid-afternoon, and they weren't very crowded, which worked out great for us. They always have at least four options for frozen "ice cream" without the cows' milk dairy. Having just been through an MRI test, I decided to treat myself to a small sundae. Hadn't had one in ages! Their hot fudge is outstanding! Just the hit of chocolately goodness I was craving. I paired it with lemon sorbet. It was a wonderful combination of sweet and tart. It was warm enough to sit out on their side patio and just relax for a while. I remarked to DH that I miss all the plants that the previous business owner had kept out on the patio for atmosphere. The current iteration is clean, but on the boring side. We love their food, so I'm overlooking the lack of ambiance for now. That being said, DH and I have been discussing recently how much we miss the kinds of places that used to have great style in their decor. Theme restaurants are more rare these days than they ought to be. I'm sorry for our kids and grandkids that they don't get to experience more of those kinds of visually interesting kinds of places without having to go to a theme park. I definitely enjoyed my small sundae as a wind-down from the whole MRI experience!

I live in the San Fernando Valley, and this little gem of a place is worth the drive…read more They got little cute cow jokes and decor all around the store, and the vibe just feels so lively and fun and cute, and kids automatically love all the decor and cow stuff everywhere in the store. They got a variety of ice creams, some common ones but also some new ones. This is the first place I ever had a chance to try the espresso ice cream, which is ice cream with a shot of espresso, and it was delicious, especially as a coffee lover and ice cream lover. Kids devoured all their ice cream, which is rare for them to do. They also serve food here, which we did not get to try but is good to know is an option. They have tables everywhere and a fountain machine and some unique teas I got to try, like their lavender tea! This was beautiful and so amazing. I can't wait to come back and grab another ice cream espresso from here and maybe try one of their sandwiches. Yum!

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