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    Selvin’s Restaurant & Lounge

    4.2 (320 reviews)

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    Outdoor seating

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    Gabriella D.

    What a gem for the neighborhood! Service: 10/10 - super attentive, fun and helpful! Ambiance: 9/10 - it's gorgeous, the fake flower wall isn't exactly my vibe but it's still a great setting that you want to stay a while in! Food: 8/10 - I got the filet which was cooked perfectly to my specifications, would absolutely get again. My husband got the fish special that I think was a sea bass and it was a tad undercooked to his liking. We got the chocolate cake for dessert which was divine! Overall it's such a good addition to Conejo Valley, we live 5 minutes away so it's a great date night spot that not in westlake or Ventura!

    Flower wall
    Melissa L.

    The food that was catered for the bday party, was completely delicious, from the salad, to the charcuterie board, to the fingers food apps, to the main course to the desserts. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The setting on the patio was very elegantly put together, and the flower wall was perfect for photo opportunities.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was top notch, and the cherry on the cake was it was our servers bday also on the same day as my friend's 50th celebration. The experience for the 1st time at Selvin's was worth making a return visit and advise everyone that in the area, to stop by and enjoy the same experience I had here, you won't leave disappointed.

    Gemini drink
    Amanda M.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Atmosphere is super cute and trendy, unexpected in this location but cute patio and covered outdoor space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was all good and the drinks were delicious and cute as well!

    Li'Son H.

    The food and ambiance was spectacular. Unfortunately I had a very unpleasant experience with the staff. When I first arrived the manager (we were told), Courtney, was on hostess duty. She was very rude. Just awful. Couldn't find our reservation for brunch and made it seem like she was going to turn us away after an unusually length back and forth durning a very dead brunch hour. She did soften up when her manager came over and greeted us. Then we were sat promptly with his mindful eye. The brunch itself went great with our waiter, it was said he was the head waiter. Very friendly and knowledgeable. But you could hear Courtney in the background advertising her dating life and how she turns men down, just bizarre for a manager in my eyes. The general manager came over to see how we were doing at the end of our meal and acknowledged our bizarre interaction with Courtney, that was appreciated. He said she is not a routine employee there? He did take our bill to run my card. The waiter came back with our bill and before we received it he noted the "complimentary" $15 fruit that offered for our marriage celebration (that we did NOT order or even implied we wanted) was charged but his manager took care of our two drinks instead for the initial interaction with Courtney. We left feeling very icky from the experience. How did we pay for this $15 fruit bowl for we never asked for. It's not about the actual price. I understand the two drinks were taken off for the bad service, but it seemed very crooked to charge us for, what was told, an already complimentary surprise gift to us. Something that would and should have never even been on the bill in the first place. Just weird. I don't think I could bring anyone here after our experience.

    Arev L.

    First time visiting this place. Indeed it's a fancy and cozy place to spend time with family and friends. It was a busy time, luckily a reservation was made. So it's better to rsvp just in case. The food was presented in a lovely way. It's beautiful and delicious. Definitely a thumbs up for our community. Must try.

    Funghi pizza
    Katie R.

    Was looking for something near our hotel that wasn't a chain and came across Selvin's! I was immediately sold by the pictures of the cocktails and pizzas, then sold once again when I saw that they had quite a few reasonably priced items. First impression was the atmosphere, it was fabulous! Loved the lounge vibes, it felt upscale and swanky without feeling stuffy or like we weren't dressed enough to be there. Also loved the flower wall in the patio room, and how they had the same florals in the main dining room, really tied the two rooms together. To eat the four of us ordered in pairs, we each got caesar salad and pizzas to share. The caesar salad was great, I loved that it was grilled, something you don't see too often so when you do get it, it's a nice treat. The pizzas were good, and the crust was great. My mom and I shared the funghi and thought that it needed a little more flavor or salt to help cut through the richness of the cheese and caramelized onions. But, we still enjoyed it. The other pizza was a margherita but with the addition of pepperoni. My dad loved this and said it was one of the best pizzas he had in awhile. He liked that it wasn't too heavy, especially since we were eating fairly late. A few of us got drinks, my mom loved her cosmo, my cocktail was fine but not one I'd order again. I liked that they had some more innovative cocktails as well as the classics, I'd probably go with a classic next time.

    Penne Alla Vodka
    Lance L.

    They say... "Some things in life are worth waiting for." Well I'm here to tell you... Yeah I'm talking to YOU... That Selvin's Restaurant & Lounge in Thousand Oaks, California was 1000% worth the wait and is exactly what this city needed. A Classy, Elegant, & Upscale destination where locals and tourists alike can experience the cities newest IT spot that I guarantee will not disappoint. ---------------------------- The backstory: We had been to the previous eatery years prior that occupied this same exact space (previously Brendan's Irish Pub & Restaurant) which was just another bar with bar-like food that matched the atmosphere of the hotel it was once attached to. Fast forward years later and a new vision was on the horizon! And after months and months and months and months of construction, Selvin's finally made its debut (June 2024??) and it was literally blowing up my social media marketing the newest lounge and boutique hotel in town. Between the... Revamped boutique hotel & The new restaurant & Lounge... I knew it was just a matter of time before we went and checked it out for ourselves. Well 4 months later, which I think is the perfect amount of time for a new restaurant to work out the kinks and get into their groove... We finally made our own debut and boy was I nothing, but short of impressed. Let me tell you, Nothing and I mean Nothing was left to chance. The exterior decor, the perimeter lighting, the signage on the outside of the building is Perfection. The seating layout, the cool bar setup, and the vibe inside transforms you to a different time and I totally dig it. The amount of detail that they put into each of their menus, the pure magic that's coming from the kitchen and the precision of how each dish is beautifully plated tells me.... Selvin's mean business and they are in the business of hospitality! Hell, if you don't believe me... Just go and check out their restrooms! Even their restrooms have class & style! A menu that will appease everyone's palate and has something for all. Entrees are all reasonably priced... Smaller plates, including Pizzas, Salads & Appetizers to share all also available. A wide variety of fun cocktails, spirits, beers on tap and a hand selected wine list are at the ready... When you are ready; Are you ready? All I can say is... Compliments to the Chef's making culinary magic from the kitchen. Bravo to the Owners and Management team who brainstormed to bring this little gem to life. You were definitely worth the wait! And we will absolutely be back soon!

    Beautiful interior
    Cheryl R.

    Selvin's has a great ambience for date night. It's upscale and has beautiful decor with lots of floral details. The cocktail menu is creative. I had a fruity mango cocktail and my husband had the strawberry lemonade. We shared the Caesar with crispy capers. It could've used a little more dressing, but no one came to check following the delivery. Our entrees were delicious. Pappardelle bolognese with burrata was creamy and flavorful. My fish tacos with mango salsa were tasty, but a bit skimpy on the fish.

    Pomegranate Lemon Drop
    Norma A.

    Came for a light dinner & drinks before a comedy show. We live almost 2 & half hrs away! The Caesar salad w/ shrimp was perfect! With a side of truffle fries. The dip was delish. Im a fan of lemon drops & Christopher recommended a pomegranate lemon drop So delish! Refreshing!!! Topped it all off w/ a slice of chocolate cake. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was relaxing. Visually beautiful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was a very nice start to our evening. Definitely recommend!!! With love, Norma :)

    Cauliflower symphony
    Stan C.

    Where do eight friends go for Christmas Eve dinner when not in the mood for Chinese food? Selvin's was open and honored our reservation despite being pretty crowed when we arrived. Our server was at our table very soon after we arrived with a big smile and upbeat attitude. Great service throughout the evening. We started with 2 shared appetizers - the fried calamari ($15) and the cauliflower symphony ($19). The calimari was good but the cauliflower was OUTSTANDING!! I'm usually not a big fan of cauliflower. This dish could make me a convert - it was soooo good. For my entree, I got the penne alla vodka with shrimp ($32). Large portion of penne with 4 grilled shrimp. Excellent dish. My wife got the brick chicken. She thought it was the best chicken preparation she has ever had! Great service, lovely ambiance, and terrific food - we will definitely be back - often!

    Hubby's chocolate martini
    Jenn W.

    We went here last night for the hubby's birthday. It was incredible! From appetizer to the espresso martini at the end. I had the lobster roll special and it was incredible. Service was spot on. Everything was great. Thank you for an incredible night.

    Brick chicken
    cynthia g.

    There's nothing I love more than a dining experience that completely makes you feel like you're somewhere special, that's what this place did for me, it has a modern but classic Hollywood nostalgia to it, felt like I was in a movie with all of the holiday decor, The egg nog "secret Santa" drink was delicious! Everything tasted great, staff was on point w great service and were very attentive! I got prime rib which tasted great and was tender,

    Irene D.

    We came to Selvins for brunch with our dental office team, and the experience was absolutely outstanding! Huge thanks to Tommy, Melissa, Jackson, and Makenna -- their service was simply flawless, the kind you wish every restaurant had. The food was beautifully fresh -- the chicken in the salads was so succulent it could win awards. You never have to wait or wave your hand here -- the staff moves like cheerful little bees, always right there when you need them. The coffee was heavenly (I'm completely obsessed ), and their Aperol Spritz? Let's just say it could make an Italian bartender jealous! Five stars -- easily! Thank you all for making our brunch not just delicious, but genuinely joyful. Can't wait to come back -- our office is already plotting the next excuse!

    Duck Confit Pizza - very good!

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    What's the dress code..casual or dressy?

    I would say elevated casual. It's not super dressy but I've seen people be both.

    Is it god for kids?

    Yes! Selvin’s has a kids menu and is kid friendly.

    Will you be creating a Thanksgiving menu?

    They posted about it on IG:… 

    Do you allow dogs on the patio?

    Our patio is considered a true outdoor patio, so dogs are welcome as long as they are well mannered. Also, they must enter through the patio doors that face Ventu Park Road.

    Is there a dress code?

    We do not have a dress code except we that do not allow pool attire. Thank you.

    Does Selvin's have a happy hour?

    We do not have "Happy Hour" at the moment though we may have some interesting offerings in the future.

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