Ventura City Guide
Ventura is a coastal town north of Los Angeles that’s known for its beaches, exceptional weather, charming downtown, and friendly people. Considered one of America’s most desirable places to live Ventura boasts a wide range of activities, restaurants, and reasons to get outside.
dining
Paradise Pantry
Gourmet/small plates & wines
222 E. Main Street
805-641-9440
Pacific by NoRu
Upscale/casual New American cuisine
394 E. Main Street
805-205-9618
Finney’s
Family-owned craft house &kitchen
494 E Main Street
805-628-3312
Lure Fish House
Fresh seafood & local ingredients
60 California Street
805-567-4400
Rincon Brewery
Family friendly restaurant & craft beer
4100 Telegraph Road
805-676-0020
Cafe Nouveau
California cuisine, brunch, & outdoor patio
1497 E. Thompson Blvd.
805-648-1422
McConnell’s Fine Ice Cream
Premium ice cream made from scratch.
3241 E. Main Street
805-650-6410
Prospect Coffee Roasters
Upscale coffee bar
92 S. Laurel Street
805-667-8115
BREWERIES
BARS &
NIGHTLIFE
MadeWest Brewing Company
Good beer, community gathering space
668 E. Harbor Blvd. on the Ventura Pier
1744 Donton St. Ventura
805-947-5002
Leashless Brewing
Brewery with gluten free options
585 E.Thompson Blvd
805-628-9474
Fluid State Beer Garden
High quality pizza, beverages and late-night snacks
692 E. Main Street
805-628-3107
The Saloon Ventura
Purveyors of ales and spirits
456 E. Main Street
805-667-8550
VenTiki Tiki Lounge & Lanai
Island themed bar, food and patio seating
701 E. Main Street
805-667-8887
The Tavern
Patio, fire pits, & specialty drinks
211 E. Santa Clara Street
805-643-3264
shopping
Findings Market
Curated marketplace featuring independent designers
27 S. Oak Street
805-551-8802
Passport Habits
Globally sourced and curated goods
542 E. Main Street
805-667-8560
Contrast
Mid-century modern home decor
418 E. Main Street
805-643-9309
Iron & Resin
Clothing brand and handmade goods
324 E. Main Street
805-643-0737
Patagonia: Great Pacific Iron Works
Patagonia’s original retail store
235 W. Santa Clara St.
805-643-6074
Tiki Girl
Stylish apparel, swimwear & accessories
434 E Main Street
805-643-4800
BE ACTIVE & GET OUTSIDE
Grassroots Yoga
Voted favorite yoga studio in Ventura
2280 E. Main Street
805-628-3676
Island Packers Cruises
Visit the Channel Islands or go on a whale watching tour
1691 Spinnaker Dr. #105B
805-642-1393
Arroyo Verde Park
132 acre park with hiking trails, open grass and playgrounds
5000 Foothill Rd.
805-652-4550
Marina Park
15 acre oceanfront park
Pierpont Blvd.
805-658-4726
SALONS
Ten Dash One Hair Studio
390 S. Mills
805-477-9858
Manny & Burd
Barber Shop
867 E. Front St. Suite B
805-667-8886
FAVORITE BEACHES
EmmaWood State Beach
Pacific Coast Highway 1
805-968-1033
Mondos
Small beach break great for beginners
Pacific Coast Highway 1