Austen's - Ventura

Eating was so lush and not expensive. the room was too warm for a dance. I'm sure I'm happy again!

The view was beautiful but the actual restaurant is lacking. There was a weird smell -maybe sewage system. We moved to the outside patio area and it was better. Concrete floors in the patio area were dirty and needed a good scrubbing. I had the scallops. The actual scallops were tasty but the prosciutto with it was tough and I couldn’t chew it. The croutons which are house made were flavorful but had sat too long and were mushy. It wasn’t served really hot either so that didn’t help. Service was very good.

These people know what they are doing. Despite covid and restaurant renovations (eating in a temporary area), we have one of the best meals that we eat in a long time fine eating at an affordable price. we thought it would be very reasonable for what we had (filling and pork plus appetizer). the hotel is a historical sign and its menu is very traditional. the server chose an excellent wein for us, so we did not try the cocktail menu, although it looked tempting. the steak was melt-in-your mouth perfection and everything else was delicious. if this hotel is completely renovated and the restaurant goes back to its normal place, it becomes a very popular, I think. go now, as long as there is no waiting list. they sit outside when the weather permits. they do not open each day, so check them before the time. 5 stars.

Waiter was informational and very pleasant. Restaurant was clean. Food was delicious and if in doubt, order the brussel sprouts, you won’t be disappointed.

Very good food and great service. Nice ocean view. #brusselsprouts