GORGEOUS, family friendly atmosphere. Wonderful place to spend the weekend shopping, going to…read morerestaurants, and walking around.

Large, attractive shopping plaza with big box stores like Michael's, Barnes and Noble, Kohl's, and…read moremany more. It's very convenient to the freeway, with lots of free parking, plus various restaurants to refuel you during your shopping adventures. The stores are good sized with elbow room and high ceilings. The exterior facades were designed with a mix of architecture to give the effect of a village, not a monolithic samey-samey feel. We stopped by two weekends ago while hunting for decor supplies for our daughter's baby shower. My destination that day was Michael's. Dear Hubby headed for B&N to enjoy the periodicals section while I did my thing. That day I didn't have extra time, but I have shopped the Ventura Kohl's previously. There's also a Pet Smart and Sprouts in the plaza. Noted that StoneFire Grill took over for Macaroni Grill. Lots of palm trees grace the parking lot to remind you that you're in Southern California and near the beach.

This outlet seems to have grown throughout the years. They have a Tesla charging station which is…read morewhat we needed. There is a wide variety of stores so you go to where your stores are. It wasn't overly crowded. I usually go for Athleta, Lululemon, JCrew outlet, Banana Republic or Ann Taylor. There's Coach, Van, and plenty other.

Recently visited here and did not purchase a thing. Upon getting dropped off here, made a beeline…read moreto see what was at their food court or food hall. The lady from the Chinese place almost got me from her giving me sample of the orange chicken. The rest of the food hall is typical shopping center fare from pizza, Mediterranean, and cheese steaks. The food hall is smallish in relation to how much real estate these outlets have. Outside of the food hall on the property are Wetzel's Pretzels and Fatburger which has its own space for seating. In the early 2010s, I've visited Guess and purchased pairs of sandals. Was not really motivated to check them out. Did visit Nike, Adidas, and Puma. Puma was not busy and had pretty decent prices. Adidas was crazy busy especially with customers interested in FIFA World Cup gear from various countries. Nike was super busy too. If they had a TJ Maxx at this center, I would likely have found and purchased deals. The Regal Edwards movie theater is just a block away. Previous review! Overall these Outlets are A-OK!

What an amazing place to buy shoes! I came here with my husband and everything was very organized…read more We were there for about 30 minutes looking and found what we wanted! For three pairs of Ugg boots the total out the door was $150! You pay that price for one pair normally! The employees were nice and answered the questions I had. There was no wait to pay but we did come right when they opened at 10am. They have a few spots outside and it wasn't that just today probably due to the rain but it is such a good deal!

I stopped here to check out their selection. I knew that they were a factory outlet for Hoka and…read moreUggs. Their website says that they are also an outlet for Teva's, but, I didn't see any. They had a small selection of Hoka shoes. The price was not low enough, nor was the selection large enough for me to buy any. I brought my wife and daughter here to look at some of the Uggs. They were tempted to buy. But, the shoe didn't fit. They seemed to have more Uggs than Hoka Shoes. They have a small selection of clothing. Employees were friendly. They tried to help. But, they couldn't convince us to buy.

Lately, due to some health issues, I've been staying home a lot. Way too much! The cabin fever…read morewas getting to me, plus the inland heat. To give our electric budget a break from paying for more air conditioning, we headed to the coast last Sunday afternoon. We hadn't had breakfast, and although we thought about going to the farmers' market at Channel Islands Harbor, I suggested to Dear Hubby that we head straight to the Ventura Harbor to eat at Brophy Brothers, then take it from there as to the rest of the afternoon's activities. There have been some changes since the last time we came to this place, which is one of our favorite haunts. First, they now charge a minimal fee for parking on Friday's, Saturdays, and Sundays. All things considered, that seems fair. Supply & demand - popularity. It didn't seem to slow down the amount of people visiting. It took some time for us to find a parking place. There was quite a line at Andria's Seafood, waiting to get in and order. At Brophy Brothers, it was 50 to 65 minutes to get an outdoor table overlooking the harbor. Instead, we went downstairs to Brophy's On The Alley and ordered the same fish & chips we would have ordered upstairs. It's their fast casual approach, as opposed to full table service. From where I was sitting, I could see that a large section of the center-west building was under construction. We went that direction to check it out after we finished eating. There is a good-sized construction project in the works which will end up with a two-story restaurant concept, including one with on outdoor patio with stellar views of the boats and mountains in the distance. We also got to check out a scuba diving class trying out their skills in the harbor water. I know there's a diving school there, with their own swimming pool for training. I'd never seen students in the harbor water, though. A steel drum player and his percussionist were performing near the central gathering spot. The "birdman" with his exotic birds was showing off his pet creatures nearby, too. The weather was perfect; just a lovely day to be near the shore. DH and I made a stop at Coastal Cone where I was able to get a root beer float, as they had a vanilla oat vegan ice cream available (I try to strenuously avoid cows' milk dairy products). I hadn't had a root beer float in a very long time, so that was a perfect summertime treat after our late lunch / early dinner. Great people-watching spot here, too. I actually didn't go to the Harbor Hatter this time as I was running out of energy. We still had a nice time and definitely enjoyed the cooler weather in an upbeat location.

So much potential, so much waste. The Good:…read moreHarbor Cafe: a nice place to eat BF and lunch, grab a seat picnic bench style right on the end of the marina. Food is pretty darn good as well. Who took forever this past weekend waited almost 35 minutes and got a snappy answer from one of the waiters when I politely asked to check on our order. (Awful coffee and piss hot beer/watered down fountain drinks though). Beach: right across you have a rare, sheltered cove like beach with zero waves, and a wavier side on the left. Andria's Seafood is a fish and chips staple, although prices have skyrocketed and their original fish and chips tasted much better a few years ago. But still good and hearty. Ice cream parlor is good. Try the death by chocolate it's delicious and the waffle cones are always freshly made. And of course the legendary fishzookie waffle shaped like a fish. The Greek Restaurant waterside is popular; had dinner here 2 years ago and liked it very much. The Bad: Lotsa rinky-dink food and shops that take up space and are as useless as can be. Overpriced beachwear and ladies' clothes, wine tasting place, and cheesy fast-food places with no real identity next to the ice cream parlor. IMO, a waste of premium store space. The fun zone arcade place nothing but a shakedown and completely useless as well. Mostly same outdated and crappy shops as before..like 5...10..20 years ago nothing changes here much. They have closed the significant portion right at the elbow and have a picture of a modern restaurant multi-level shit being constructed. To be continued. You would think at least one of these spots would be designated as a coffee shop well, nope, and there are actually none. Yes you can get coffee from some of the sit-down restaurants and fast food places but I prefer to have coffee where they actually feature it, not a side show. There used to be a cute coffee shop right at the corner but it has long shut down, SMH. My beloved Milano's pizza (RIP 2018) has been replaced years ago; you will be missed my love. (Kiss good-bye) They have begun charging for parking Fri-Sun. Another shameless, petty move which most of Oxnard was immune to, but now has infected yet another city. I think 1 hour is free, then 3/HR. And no freebies for handicaps. They are aggressive so don't try to avoid payment; saw parking enforcement cuttin' up tix left and right last time I was there. Really a very short area of 10 minutes tops to walk; for a fast walker can be done in 5. But if you go past Andrias continuing on the fish-ass smelling docks, you can circle all the way around to the other side, that IS a nice walk. The beach is LOADED with kids on the sheltered cove side, for obvious reasons. The water is murky at times and smells like whale piss/blubber more often than not. Extremely loud and somewhat compact area make noise and music blares tough to tolerate for a full day (at least for me.) Also I went this past weekend there was a shit ton of driftwood all over the place Neutral: Would like to try the taco place on the parking side of the base of the marina, but looks run down and old....again.

Great selection of Pendletons, Cartwright, hats, boots, etc. Friendly and knowledgeable staff…read more Prices are competitive.

What a find. The Wharf has 3 stores all around a very large parking lot. The Pendleton Shop is…read moresmall but has a great selection of Board Shirts t shirts and Pendleton Gear. Socks, dog bowls, dog bed and clothing. I was looking for an item that they did not have but they could order in. I spoke to some great people in this shop and wanted to go down to see this 100 year old shop. If you go to the Pendleton shop go to the western/clothing store across the way, selection on shoes, clothing men women baby and kids was great with some major named brands. Every person I met in sales was great. I found exceptional value in the sales items Wrangler jeans at $12.95. Cowboy Hats starting at $65 Make sure you go upstairs to see the Western store. They also have a pet/saddle and feed store. Make sure to watch for their sales.

Very nice experience I love when they fry the fish up for you. Prices are reasonable.read more

I was impressed with the plus sized clothing ! The owner is awesome! They are wonderful for plus…read moresized clothing! Everyone always asks me where I get my clothes! It tell them fashion island. I adore this store They do layaway .. yes that thing.. I'm in love with the store! They carry kids stuff too.. beautiful dresses!

It felt surprisingly fun and energizing walking around the Esplanade Shopping Center in Oxnard, CA,…read morealmost in the same way I felt when I first stepped into Funko Hollywood. I did not expect the place to have that kind of lively and youthful atmosphere, but the more I explored, the more I realized how much there was to enjoy without needing to rush or plan anything. The whole center has this open and easygoing vibe that makes you want to slow down, look around, and just enjoy being there. I noticed right away that there were a lot of teenagers hanging out, walking in groups, grabbing snacks, and taking pictures together. It made the whole place feel even more alive, like the center naturally attracts people who want to have fun and feel free to be themselves. What really stood out to me was how comfortable everything felt. The layout is simple to navigate, and the stores are spaced in a way that lets you wander without feeling crowded. There are plenty of spots where teenagers can sit, talk, or just relax between stores, and that makes the whole experience feel more welcoming. Even the storefronts have a playful look to them, with bright signs and displays that catch your eye as you walk by. It reminded me of how Funko Hollywood had those big cartoonish props that made you want to take pictures, except here the fun comes more from the atmosphere and the people than from giant objects. Still, it gives teenagers that same sense of freedom to be creative, social, and expressive. I only visited the Esplanade Shopping Center one time before writing this review, but it left a strong impression on me. I appreciated how easy it was to enjoy myself without feeling pressured to buy anything or move quickly. It is the kind of place where you can take your time, explore at your own pace, and just enjoy the energy around you. Seeing so many teenagers there made it clear that this is a spot they naturally gravitate toward, and I can understand why. It gives them a safe and lively environment to hang out, take pictures, shop a little, and feel connected to the world around them. I have lived for 24 years, but I do not feel physically or mentally 24 at all. Back in the summer of 2024, I learned that I am still physically and mentally 18 years old, and that my prefrontal cortex is actually more developed than the average 25 year old. Maybe that is why places like this resonate with me so much, because they match the way I experience the world with that same youthful excitement and clarity. The Esplanade Shopping Center is one of the most enjoyable and easygoing places I have visited in a long time, and I would highly recommend that teenagers go there. It gives them a space to have fun, feel creative, and enjoy being themselves in a lively and welcoming environment.

Talk about 180! This used to be the "other" ghetto mall in Oxnard. They completely tore down the…read moreold Esplande and rebuilt it to this open air, shopping center. There's a Circuit City, BJ's Brewery, Tilly's, Home Depot, Target (across the street from this center), In-N-Out. On a beautiful sunny day, this is a good place to go around eating and shopping. Parking does get packed, but what happening place doesn't? They used to have a Cupid's here, but it wasn't meant to last. *sniff

What a cool store in downtown Ventura! Their funky merchandise makes you think you have stepped…read moreinside a store in some other country while travelling. The clothes they sell is hand crafted, unique, one of a kind, mostly made in various parts of Mexico. I love the style, textiles, colors, overall vibe, chic-casual and originality. Prices are a tad on the higher side, but it's worth to get an original piece here, you'll stand out in the good way! I also love their home decor and jewelry, it does remind me of merchandise I saw or bought in Mexico, great variety, quality, nice mirrors with pretty frames and pottery pieces that would pop in a room. Lobos Del Mar is a world into itself!

This place is a GEM! I was walking with my kids after breakfast, and my son said, "Mom, can we come…read morein here? They have beautiful dresses you would love!" I am so happy that I agreed as this place was a journey back into all of my personal travels to Mexico. I immediately knew how special this shop was as I talked to Nicole, and she shared with me the heart of the owners to share the 'artesania' of the indigenous artists of Mexico and South America. I was very impressed with the representation of the different styles of craft from various regions in Mexico! This is one of the best curated collections of the craft from my home country that I have ever seen. It also warmed my heart to see pictures of the artists throughout the shop and to know that the owners consider them friends and have a love to share their gifts with the world. Also, normally, this work is very inflated in our country, making it somewhat inaccessible for people to buy with the crazy markups. I appreciated that they not only had wonderfully curated quality pieces, but the prices were reasonable for the style of work. Knowing that the local artists are being supported to continue to thrive in these crafts makes me want to support this business even more! I love the connection and knowledge that they share. This was evident in my conversation with Nicole. She was so kind and passionate about her care of the shop. It was like walking into a shop, but also have the expertise of an art curator sharing knowledge. Such a wonderful place!!! You will absolutely find a new treasure here!!!