This place was delicious! We went on the first night they had all you can eat for $28.99. I left…read moremore than full. The vibe was great, staff is super attentive and nice. I believe the owner came by and talked to us for a little bit. My husband and I started raving about this location to our friends and we are planning to go back for a double date. Area is clean and they have lots of options to choose from to add to your broth. Different base options, I went with the beef broth. We will be returning!

I first tried Tasty Pot in NorCal, but at the time I wasn't impressed due to the numerous options…read moreavailable there. It also doesn't provide that traditional hotpot experience which I find much more enjoyable. However in VC options are limited, so when I saw Tasty Pot recently opened I was quite ecstatic! There were 12 different pots and 5 spicy levels to choose from. Pot numbers 1-7 were smaller size and numbers 8-12 were larger size pots. Except for the Healthy Veggie pot, all the soup base was pork broth. Most of the pots also had very similar ingredients, the difference I could see were the main protein choice and soup flavor. They also have another menu for rice and noodle options if you didn't want to do the personal pots. We got the Taiwanese Supreme in mild and the Seafood Lobster in medium. We also got a side of quail eggs. The pots arrived with a candle of some sort below to keep it hot. Both pots were of the larger size and filled with lots of food. The mild was the perfect level of spicy for me, a hint of spice that does not overpower the original flavor of the ingredients, rather it enhanced each one and made it more tasty. Service was good, our server came by frequently to check on us and to refill the soup. At one point the flame under the pot had already gone out but we hadn't cook the noodles so we requested another flame. We were told they had to bring the pot back to the kitchen to heat it up. So I guess the flame was there to just keep the pot warm rather than actually cooking. Although this cannot compare to the traditional hotpot, this personal hotpot is still a very good option and helps to satisfy my craving.

I guess you could say we are pre-gaming for our Japan trip in 3 weeks. LOL!! This place was…read moreamazing! I delegated picking a sushi restaurant for our Mom/Daughter adventure up to Santa Paula today. She said there was a lot of reviews showing that people become frequent flyers here. I can see why. Staff was friendly, they also have some Mexican food items on a separate menu I believe I saw. We ordered the Caterpillar roll, Geisha roll & Garlic tuna roll. The crispy garlic "chips" on the garlic roll was new to me and an amazing touch I now want to replicate at home!! Yum!! The Geisha roll literally looks like it could resemble a geisha girl. There's a lot going on in this shopping center including the city's DMV but we still parked front row. We really enjoyed our time here and prices were reasonable as well!! The 3 rolls were perfect for the two of us.

Well, thanks to the DMV office right next door, I was hungry once I left the DMV and right out the…read moredoor I saw Yokozuna Sushi. I grabbed my phone and Yelped the place....... Good reviews! Needless to say, I dined here. Not only was the service excellent but so was the food. The place was nicely decorated and clean. We got an assortment of sushi, bento box, udon noodles and everything was wonderful and reasonably priced. Yokozuna is now on my list of Japanese restaurants to eat at in the future.

Annette was our server at Asiatique Eatery, and she was fantastic. From the moment that we walked…read morein, she had a smile on her face and asked us to sit anywhere we'd like. We sat down near the entrance to get some of the breeze from outside. The decor of the restaurant is nice, with lots of Thai-inspired decor. Now let's get to the good stuff! The food here is amazing. I ordered a hot pot soup that was simply perfect. The amount of spice was just enough, and I love hot pots because they keep my soup hot. My husband ordered a beef rice bowl and added shrimp to it. The rice bowl was also so delicious. To go along with my meal, I ordered Thai boba tea, and I loved it! The portions are generous, so we had leftovers, which we were happy about! I definitely want to go back to try some of their shaved ice; it looks amazing. I can't wait to go back to try other items on their menu.

I tried calling Asiatique Eatery several times to place a takeout order. Each time, someone would…read moreanswer the phone and then seem to set it aside without speaking. This happened multiple times. On the final call, the phone was answered and then left disconnected, making it impossible to place an order. The food is good, but the customer service experience was very disappointing. If customers can't get through by phone, how are they supposed to place takeout orders? I hope management addresses this issue because it creates a frustrating experience for customers.

Strange Beast is definitely a one of a kind bar, but Nick (the bartender) is definitely a one of a…read morekind bartender! I stopped by a couple of days ago, and forgot to post a yelp on the great experience I had with Nick! Not only did he educate me on their cocktail list, but he helped on a personal level with his conversation skills! I wasn't have the best day, not the best couple of weeks. Sitting at the bar top with Nick helped me feel okay again! Great drinks and great personality! Check them out!

Tried the Backdoor Bento lunch menu. Super cute presentation and a great combo setup for lunch…read more The Good: The meat and seafood were on point. Really fresh and delicious. The Catch: Sadly, the sides missed the mark. Both the egg and cucumber were way too salty, which was a letdown. Great quality on the mains but the execution on the sides needs work. Still a solid 3/5 for the meat and seafood quality.

We came here for a late lunch as we saw it holds Michelin Bib…read more Sweet: great menu options. So many tasty choices. We ordered the Vietnamese chicken wings and braised pork noodles. Both very delicious. The wings were all flats so that was a plus alone. Full of good flavor and very crispy. The noodles were delicious as well. I recommend both. The restaurant is decorated very nice and the server was attentive. Sour: the restaurant was very clean but it bothers me so much when some places have a designated area that flies like to circle around that tends to be near the bar. I wish there could be more control to prevent that. I did really enjoy the meal but the portions were small. If it wasn't so good I would almost say the prices weren't worth it. You can definitely share but I would get at least 3 options for 2 people. My husband and I weren't that hungry so it was a decent amount since it was such a late lunch and we were thinking about getting something else shortly after. Overall I hope we are in town again soon as there are other things I'd like to try.

The chicken wings were absolutely amazing - if you do nothing else, order those!!! The Vietnamese…read morestyle was my favorite. The shaved bok choy and duck salad was SO good as well!!! The duck was excellent, and didn't feel too fatty - it was perfect. The drinks were good as well - had the spritz. Our servers were so polite and friendly, and honestly just felt like we were around friends. I like that this place, like many jn Santa Barbara, pays their staff a living wage and so you end up with a more authentic interaction that doesn't feel forced. The aesthetic was beautiful - perfect for a lunch date or for a dinner before sunset. Open air seating, beautiful decor, overall a lovely experience!

Fusion Grill is wonderful! We've been several times, and I love that everyone can find something…read moreon the massive menu. The food is great, and the owners are the best! My son was recently diagnosed with Celiac disease, and eating out at restaurants has been a challenge. We went to Fusion Grill today, the first time since his diagnosis, and the owner explained that she could make almost anything on the menu gluten-free. They have gluten-free pastas, breads, buns.... They even have a separate fryer, so we don't have to worry about cross-contamination. Most importantly, the owner really understands that even a tiny bit of gluten is still gluten, and for someone with Celiac, they can get very sick. My kids were so excited to find a "safe" restaurant, and we plan on returning frequently!

I've been going to this place since they had a tiny location in Newbury Park…read more The menu is deceptive, it looks like oh, salads and sandwiches, but like all great spot, it's the little things. The fries are addictive, crispy and perfectly seasoned, their "house" sauce - a sweet and savory aioli is crack. This fusion salad is perfection, every thing is perfectly seasoned, insanely fresh, but what gets me is how clean the flavors are, every ingredient comes through clearly and then complements so well. Service is warm, genuine and owner driven. Space is bright and tasteful but nothing overly fancy. Prices are a little over average, but quality really makes you not blink an eye over it.

great food at a good price. wonderful to have a go to vietnamese place in town!…read more here's my extra 85 characters to post this review !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Located in Ventura used to be a tiny spot but it has expanded ! Now ready for dine in. Ok , so I…read moredidn't have the bánh-mì! I know but I could not pass on the grilled pork vermicelli-bún and I can only eat so much The egg rolls to start were really good too! I will be back to try the bánh-mì and the boba! My friend was raving about it , so I can't wait to try it! Plenty of seating and tons of parking at the back of restaurant . I would def come back! I stopped in to meet up with my friend . Definitely a hidden gem in Ventura. Staff was attentive! We got out food quickly. Large portions! Nice and clean restaurant. It was not busy at all.

Absolutely 5 stars! Very friendly staff and the food is always delicious. They serve a lot of…read morefood as well. I go there a couple of times a week. Great food, great prices.

My family ordered from this location. We had 2 bowls with the boom boom style which is supposed to…read moreinclude edamame. Both bowls had no edamame. They shouldn't give that as an option when ordering as I would have picked the vegetables. I had the steak bowl and was fine but my mom ordered the chicken (some pieces cold) and had a stomach ache all day after eating it.

Best Indian food in Ventura / SB zone. Delicious food and A+ service. Highly recommend.read more

Lovely spot in a shopping mall (parking available). Staff is attentive, and we were seated almost…read moreimmediately. They even have some outdoor seating. High-backed booths offer privacy without feeling like you're boxed in. Well lit and comfortable. Whole page of vegetarian (and vegan) options available. Varied appetizers, biryani, meals for two, and even an ayurvedic meal option. Beer, wine, soda. Everything you'd expect, plus a few less common options. The food was fresh, very flavorful, and decent portion size (don't be fooled by the decorative bowls they serve in - there is more than it looks like). Found this recommended by locals in a Reddit thread (some responses from several years ago) - and it's obvious why this restaurant is still around. Damn good food at good prices.

The food here was delicious! I went with 2 others and we got lunch specials. Insanely great price…read morefor a very solid meal! And everything tasted so delicious! We were all very satisfied. The service was great, and they're so kind! There isn't a lot of indoor seating, but for a small group it was fine.

I'd give this 1/2 a star, not for the food alone, but for the response--which was insulting,…read moreinaccurate, and unnecessarily presumptuous. 1. I'm Chinese. I've been around lemongrass, ginger, and layered spices my entire life--likely longer than the person lecturing me. To suggest I "don't understand spices" is not only wrong, it's frankly offensive. 2. I ordered drunken noodles. I am fully aware of the difference between chow mein (which I even laughed at) and flat wide rice noodles. Explaining my own order to me as if I were confused is insulting and wildly presumptive. 3. If I wanted soup or a different dish altogether, I would have ordered it--or driven a little farther to Rachada Moorpark or anywhere along Sherman Way, where Thai restaurants somehow manage to get both flavor and humility right. 4. As a business owner, the correct response would have been a simple apology. Instead, I was told what I supposedly ordered, why it wasn't wrong, and what I "should" order next time. That's not accountability--that's deflection. Drunken noodles are a basic, foundational dish. If you get that wrong, there's no backpedaling--just like fried rice at a Chinese restaurant. Some dishes are benchmarks. Miss them, and there's nowhere to hide. I'll be going back to Luv2Eat or Ratchada. Same price point. Vastly better execution--and respect.