Food & Drink Blogs

Ventura’s Ten Best Tacos

Sep 01, 2020 / Visit Ventura

It’s Takeout Tuesday in Ventura, and —  as all our kind locals know — all of us have been getting behind Takeout Tuesday for over a year. And now, finally, we can see the light; for one thing, our restaurants no longer have to offer just takeout. BUT (good reason for the caps) our local... MORE

Here are the Best Places to Picnic and Eat in Ventura

Aug 18, 2020 / Visit Ventura

Yes, it’s Takeout Tuesday in Ventura — your designated chance to help our Ventura restaurants get through these tough times (thank you!). And in Ventura, there may be no finer (or more affordable) pairing than the Grab ‘n Go picnic. And there may be no finer grab n’ go season than Fall, with its glittering... MORE

A Vegan’s Guide to Ventura

Mar 05, 2020 / Visit Ventura

You might not know it, but the city of Ventura is secretly brimming with delicious vegan meals—if you look a little closer. Whether you’re a visiting vegan seeking tacos downtown, a veg-curious traveler looking for the best local pizza, or a longtime local hoping to bookmark more plant-based breakfast dishes for out-of-towners, you’ve got some... MORE

Ventura Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day

Nov 18, 2019 / Visit Ventura

by Visit Ventura Thanksgiving is around the corner, which means two things: 1. We will all take a quiet moment to reflect on all the things we’re grateful for. 2. Someone is sweating over Thanksgiving dinner. In 1621, when the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared the autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged today as... MORE

Check out Ventura’s Taco District, because tacos aren’t just for Tuesdays!

Dec 06, 2018 / Visit Ventura

blog by Fresh World Press Ventura Avenue is known for being a wonderfully walkable, diverse and welcoming community. With Surfer’s Point at the south end, the Ventura Botanical Gardens nestled to the east of the Avenue, and the Ventura River to the west, this strip is filled with rich history and Ventura fun for everyone.... MORE

Six of the Best Happy Hours in Downtown Ventura

Oct 18, 2018 / Visit Ventura

Looking for a drink and a bite in Downtown Ventura? These six happy hours deliver. Ah, happy hour. Whether you’re hitting it after a long day of work or as an excuse to get together with friends, it really is a happy hour. That’s especially true when you head to Downtown Ventura. There, you’ll find... MORE

DIY Specialty Food, Wine and Craft Beer Enthusiast Itinerary

Aug 22, 2017 / Visit Ventura

blog by Michele Foster top image by Steve Cattanach Saturday is a great day to explore the rich specialty food, wine and craft beer scene in Ventura. 1. Start early Saturday morning at the Harbor Village Fisherman’s Market to take in the amazing variety of fresh seafood brought in by local commercial fishermen. A feast... MORE

Foodie guide to farm-to-fork eats in Ventura

Dec 14, 2016 / Visit Ventura

by Visit Ventura What do kale, peppers, tomatoes, avocados, celery, and strawberries have in common? You can find them all within 20 miles of downtown Ventura! Farmers in this beautiful beach town are spoiled by California’s rich soil, and in turn spoil chefs with the freshest ingredients creating enviable opportunities for farm-to-fork eats. Watch a... MORE