Smokers Castle

Our home away from home! It really is a family! Super fun events! One time we had to quickly…read moreevacuate due to fire and we went there to figure out our next plan. It's definitely an inclusive safe space!

Paddy's is an amazing, inclusive space. As a lesbian, finding a true sense of community and a place…read moreto feel at home in Ventura can be tough, but Paddy's has truly provided me with that welcoming and safe space. Timmy and Dylan provide an Inclusive environment and both are amazing bartenders. I love my Gay Bar.

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Station One Tobacco Smoke Shop

4.2(10 reviews)

1.1 mi

One of the worst stores you can go to... seriously the owner is so rude. They don't give the…read morecorrect change and when I asked for my change back mind you they were missing 5 dollars. He said idk what happened. The worst place to get anything. I would stay away from these scammer. Specially the shitty owner.

I have purchased cigars here before they where always nice. Tell last Saturday. I walked in…read moresmoking a very good cigar. And he started YELLING get out of here . No smoking in the shop. I was shocked. I'm not used to being yelled at. And especially so rudely with no explanation. Wow. I will never go back there. This place is run by a man that yells at you. With no explanation. I just went out and smoked my good cigar.

Front of store.

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Papas Cigars

3.0(2 reviews)

4.8 mi

over priced cigars....do not buy placensia cigars from here! they charge double what they are worth.read more

Great service. Great cigars. I had a great conversation with the owner and he gave me the…read moreinformation I needed to make the purchase.

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Wild Tobacco & Gift Shop

4.2(6 reviews)

1.7 mi

New ownership is legit. Prices are perfect and customer rewards program. Was going to house of…read moresmokes but this place runs a clean show. No shady business over here, upfront and honest. Best place in the ave fs.

I went in last night to get a nail and the price said 5.99 then after I pull out my card he tells…read moreme it's 10$ I give him my card then I leave I look at my phone and he charged me 11$ super shady af. Like why would you not just let me know that before you rip me off over a stupid dollar. Like do better bro. Pretty shady the way it was handled. This is the 2nd time this has happened here. Last time I didn't say anything because I thought I'd give him a 2nd chance. You're better off just going up the street to avenue smoke shop anyways because they are at least honest with there prices listed.

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Ventiki Tiki Lounge and Lanai

3.8(928 reviews)

1.0 mi

Ventiki was totally solid! Very decent drinks and sushi, and the prices are fair…read more Service is...apathetic. As a side note, please work on extending your sunshades to go the full length of your outdoor patio. The sun is pretty brutal and the shades stop short of the bench seating by a good 24".

Disappointing experience! We arrived on a Sunday around 1pm and were seated quickly. However, we…read morewaited over 30 minutes to receive our first round of drinks, no food ordered yet. We were ready to walk out, but our drinks finally arrived. I suggested we ask for the check sooner than later, considering how long it took to get our drinks. (Others who arrived after us did not seem to have to wait as long as we did.) Moments later, the vibe completely turned around when the bartender blew a conch shell to award a patron a Ventiki fez, accomplished after drinking all 60 cocktails on their in-house passport. That energy really helped recapture any aloha we felt upon arriving and we ended up staying for hours and chatting with staff. The place redeemed itself. We promised to return with some friends shortly who were driving through Ventura. We stepped out to grab coffee while waiting for our friends to arrive. We were excited to show them this place. When our friends got there around 4pm, they received an incredibly cold greeting at the entrance. They sent us a text and we told them we were a block away having just picked up a coffee and heading their way. When we all arrived together, a bouncer was at the front stand, boorish and inhospitable... his immediate attitude was downright insulting. (He wasn't around when we were there earlier.) He had previously refused to seat our friends at a table for four--even though we were just a block away--demanded we throw away our coffees, and asked us for ID. (My husband and I are in our late 50s/early 60s, and friends late 40s.) We literally had just been there for a couple hours and spent a good amount of money. Sure, I understand places have policies, but this attitude was COMPLETELY different than when we were there earlier. The bouncer was a self-important jerk about the whole thing. We went from giving them a second chance after they rekindled the aloha spirit to being completely turned off by the bouncer's egomaniacal attitude. Again, 4pm Sunday, no line or anything. Not some nightclub. Utterly unnecessary brute at the front. Rude and completely uninviting customer service. We ended up going down the street to a local brewpub that welcomed us, no attitude, no carding, and they didn't bat an eye at our coffee cups. AND when we parted ways with our friends, they told us they swung by Ventiki to talk to the manager. The manager told them she supports her bouncer and was unapologetic. If there was a society for tiki lounges with a membership card, this place should have their card revoked. They are not worthy. Tearing up the fez passport I started and will never set foot in there again.

Waiting for his party to be called.

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The fuzz (at right) and Chi Chi (at left) delicious

Cafe Fiore

3.6(1.2k reviews)

1.2 mi

Cindy provided some great service! She was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, checked on us…read morewithout ever being intrusive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our meal. You can tell she truly takes pride in what she does. Cindy's service made our experience at Café Fiore even more enjoyable. She is a true asset to the restaurant, and we will definitely be back--and hopefully lucky enough to have Cindy as our server again! AND of course the tortelacc di zucca was AMAZING

Horrible service...like HORRIBLE HORRIBLE. But, the ragu was one of the absolute best dishes I've…read morehad at any restaurant ever. The drinks...almost as good. But, honestly, that rago...piping hot when it came out. So fresh. We sat on the couch in the corner. It's where the musicians used to set up. Really cool spot in the restaurant. Cozy, comfy and the place has a ton of ambiance. Such a great spot. The waiter was super cool. Nice guy. Friendly when he engaged...but, needed to be more engaged. I thought that going to the bar for another drink would kinda wake him up...but, no. Great drinks, by the way, which would have most certainly lead me to having another Old Fashioned! Also, the place has A-ma-zing dessert, however, my waiter never even asked if we wanted dessert. Again, HORRIBLE HORRIBLE service but such high quality dishes and drinks. JUST FIX THE STAFF!

Inside ambience of the restaurant in there "treehouse" area.

Chicken, the best garlic spinach I've ever had, and roasted potatoes.

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Bread with meat sauce

Smoker's Paradise

3.4(11 reviews)

3.6 mi

Always friendly and helpful! Large selection of all products, and great location…read more Rad place & workers!

been a loyal customer for 3 years and forgot my id once some new worker was being disrespectful and…read morekicked me out of the store never going back again he ruined it

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House of Smokes

3.4(19 reviews)

1.3 mi

Has everything you need! The owner is great! Great employees! Definitely gotta check it out!…read more Right in the downtown so the perfect area.

Absolute fraud, i bought a flashlight/stun gun, charged it for 6 hours and nothing. Upon attempting…read moreto merely exchange faulty merchandise, the employee doubted they even sold that particular item. All i want is a working stun gun. Oh well they must be busy will all that illegal gambling they do online. Shop here if you want to get robbed.

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Our smoke shop!

Royal Cigars

3.4(21 reviews)

1.9 mi

Hey there buddy I was just there to get a new world cigar and a oliva since your phone number is…read morenot working I figured I'd tell you hear your humidity levels need to be higher in your walk in. The cigars were extremely dry.

Sam's the man! Here's the best. Great service and very…read morefriendly new owners. Highly recommended.

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Cig Store 10

Locally owned & operated

I have gone to this store for years. Great customer service and prices. I'm 66ys I need a walker to…read moreget around, the sales rep with the beautiful long hair will even assist me by putting my walker in my car. One day I was leaving and he ran out to assist another person who had difficulties than ran over to me to put my walker, all with a smile. He is my hero.

Beautifully organized shop with an extensive selection of products at great rates. Super awesome…read morestaff, safe and cute

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Brad W.

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395

2 years ago

I recently took my godson to Smokers Castle in Ventura for his first cigar, and we had a fantastic experience! The guys at the lounge were super cool, creating a welcoming atmosphere with great vibes. The selection of cigars is impressive, making it an ideal spot for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts. If you're in the area, I highly recommend checking it out! read more

Quinn F.

3

70

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14 years ago

Great place. Excellent selection and very friendly owner . Best part however are the comfortable seating arrangements and welcoming and open group of regulars who aways make you feel at home. A truly great hangout! read more

Larry C.

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3

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12 years ago

Finally a place who understands me. Great selection, Smart people.

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