Sea Venture

Sort by

Filters

1. F

   Foodiefan

   Orange County

   27 reviews

   5.0

   27 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   My son and I had just arrived in Pismo Beach and wanted dinner. We saw the restaurant across the street from our condo and are we glad we did. We made last minute reservations after finding the menu and reading reviews on the restaurant website. The staff was cordial and helpful (my adult son was in a wheelchair). I ordered an Aperol Spritz, which was not on the cocktail menu, and it was perfect. Not too much Aperol so that it was sweet, not bitter. My son and I enjoyed our calamari appetizer and I loved the striped bass and the perfect vegetables that came with it. Usually vegetables are an after-thought with seafood dishes, but these were flavorful and perfectly complemented the fish. Of course the view of the ocean just outside the window added to the ambiance. Our waiter was attentive and my son's drink was always refilled before he had to ask. This was the perfect way to start our Pismo Beach vacation.

   Report
2. H

   Hummingbarb

   Los Angeles

   17 reviews

   4.0

   17 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall4food5service4ambience5

   The shrimp salad was delicious but wished the shrimp were grilled instead of steamed. Pasta dish with chicken was delicious.

   Report
3. ER

   ERIKAM

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   We had an amazing waiter and the view was also amazing. The bartender made a very nice drink called the Tequila Woo Woo, and I would recommend this beverage. The food was also good.

   Report
4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   5 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   We thoroughly enjoyed brunch - food was delicious, and the bottomless mimosas were more than generous in size. The server was also the bartender, which kept her busy, but she still made sure to check on us.

   Report
5. S

   Shawna

   Sacramento

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Phenomenal dinner. Everything was exceptional, from cocktails to salads to entrees. Service was lovely. Sit on the patio if you can. The view is to die for.

   Report
6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Portland

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Excellent dinner and service. Just got a lot of appetizers to share. Everything was delicious especially the Crab Cakes

   Report
7. TB

   TriciaB

   New Orleans

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Food and service was GREAT

   Report
8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   We celebrated our 10-year wedding anniversary here while we were traveling. We also brought our two young kids (5 and 2 years old) as well. The staff were all great and the service was excellent. Our daughter (2 year old) spilt a whole cup of milk right after the waiter brought it, and the staff were incredibly understanding and cleaned it up quickly. We were very pleased with our experience and would certainly eat there again.

   Report
9. DP

   DebbieP

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 23 June 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We sat outside and they had the heaters on and it was just wonderful the service Sam was outstanding along with Benji and the rest of the staff just incredible very friendly down-to-earth and superb service

   Report
10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Joaquin

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 June 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience3

    Had a reservation and arrived on time. Host had no smile and seemed unhappy. Not sure if he is the manager but he made no attempt to be friendly to anyone he seated. The restaurant was not crowded but we had to wait to be seated. Overheard servers apologizing to other guests for the wait and thanking them for their patience. Long wait to get drinks. Extra long wait for food. Ordered coffees at end of meal and they arrived cold. Saw other customers leave without eating after waiting for service. Incredible shame because the view is nice. Servers were kind and seemed embarrassed.

    Sea VentureResponded 6 days agoThank you for bringing this to our attention, it was an unfortunate combination of being short staffed and very busy. We will do a better job in future.

    Report
11. KW

    KarenW

    Central Coast

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 June 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    This is our go to place. Always great views and good food. Service has changed somewhat, no extra steps for a birthday celebration...had to get our own service, just left in a stack at the corner of the table, no bread (although all other diners around us received), rush to take away plates. None of this will, of course, will keep us from coming back or recommending to others...just saying.

    Sea VentureResponded on 22 June 2022Thank you for bringing this to our attention, we always appreciate feedback and hope to see you soon!

    Report
12. AC

    AnthonyC

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing service and made my girlfriends birthday one to remember. Definitely will be back again

    Report
13. CT

    CTfamily

    New York Area

    79 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on 16 June 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    The setting, the view is spectacular. Try going at sunset. Order an app, Split the ribeye- definitely enough for 2. Very well prepared steak. Meaty, tasty crab cakes.

    Report
14. GT

    GregT

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 14 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Replace to have dinner in Pismo.

    Report
15. TS

    TonyS

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 June 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Food and atmosphere were great. The noise level was a little bit high, but still able to hold a conversation. Our waiter disappeared, and our service was completed by the manager; no explantion why?

    Report
16. ME

    MarkE

    Sacramento

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 8 June 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience5

    Extremely slow and spotty service from start to finish. Ordered drinks and had to ask server twice to please bring them. My Mojito was the worst I have ever had, probably sat before picked up and ice diluted it! Ordered two appetizers and one came out in about 10 minutes. Had to remind server to please bring the second one. Took another 5 minutes. Ordered wine and another drink (not a mojito this time) and asked they be served with dinner. When dinner finally came, no drinks. Had to ask twice to please bring them. We were 1/3 through our meal before drinks arrived. The Steak and Lobster for two was excellent, but overall a horrible almost $200.00 experience. We eat at Sea Venture probably 6 times a year, and in the past they always exceeded our expectations. NOT THIS TIME!!!

    Sea VentureResponded on 8 June 2022Sorry to hear about your experience and thank you for bringing this to our attention. We will use your feedback to improve our service.

    Report
17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great spot to celebrate a birthday dinner! Food and service was wonderful

    Report
18. DC

    DonC

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Enjoyed the outdoor deck seating. Server (Athena?) helpful, accommodating, and very friendly. Not our first time; won’t be our last!

    Report
19. a

    akgourmand

    Las Vegas

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 4 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Terrific staff with friendly service. Accommodated our party of 6 changing to 8 very nicely. Everyone’s food was delicious as well as being plated quite beautifully. Salads, seafood dishes, and steaks plus desserts and after dinner cocktails were all top notch.

    Report
20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 June 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Anniversary

    Report
21. KG

    KristiG

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 31 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was a date night for my husband and I. Food was amazing, service was wonderful, and the scenery was breathtaking

    Report
22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was great and service was outstanding. The view can’t be beat!

    Report
23. VS

    VictoriaS

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Making us feel like we are home...that is what the staff at Sea Venture does for us. Their consistently high level of service, food quality and ambience makes this restaurant a place we frequent with out of town guests, for special occasions, and just when we need to feel special. I often recommend this restaurant to everyone I know. I thank the manager for doing such a great job with this restaurant and staff.

    Report
24. RB

    RhondaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The view can't be beat and we love coming here for breakfast. Everyone was friendly and the service was super. Everything tasted great - even the coffee was excellent!

    Report
25. SE

    SummerE

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    great beach views, eager staff, tasty and unique cocktails, chef entrees outstanding for price

    Report
26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 21 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Jim our server was fantastic very attentive. Our cocktails were excellent and our food even better we will definitely return to Sea Venture again

    Report
27. MB

    MB63

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 21 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, views, and super great service!

    Report
28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 May 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    We had a great server Shane!! Views are fantastic and calm vibes. One of the best martinis I’ve ever had! Definitely going back again!!

    Report
29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 May 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Wonderful views of the ocean. Food was excellent!

    Report
30. TK

    TwilaKen

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 May 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    The best Brussel Sprout Appetizer ever! Wait person was very courteous.

    Report
31. g

    gary

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    There were 4 of us ... Sam our waiter was attentive, sweet and made sure we had everything we needed ...

    Report
32. MD

    MichaelD

    Central Coast

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 18 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Had a nice table with a view of the ocean. Service was good. Waitress was taking care of several tables and apologized by giving us complimentary crème brûlée

    Report
33. LS

    LizS

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Best kept secret in Pismo Beach. Great views, service, and quality food at reasonable prices.

    Report
34. S

    Salver

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    A very casual setting with a world class view. The food and service were impressive. We will definitely be back.

    Report
35. d

    diversediner

    Central Coast

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 16 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    From our excellent and attentive server, Jim, to the food and drinks we ordered, everything was great. Our appetizer (brussels sprouts) and mains arrived hot and perfectly cooked. The restaurant fronts the beach and it seems as if you are dining at sea. The sunset was an added bonus.

    Report
36. TH

    TreeH

    Portland

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 16 May 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    The food was amazing and the view was spectacular.

    Report
37. C

    Catmom

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Stunning view, excellent service, friendly bartenders and delicious food. The only improvement I would recommend is to expand their wine list

    Report
38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Joaquin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our meals were delicious and service was excellent.

    Report
39. L

    Larry

    Central Coast

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outstanding view of ocean. Pleased with the variety offered on the menu. The waitress (Rachel) was friendly and made us feel that she was happy that we were her customers.

    Report
40. J

    Jeana

    Central Coast

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 12 May 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Our appetizers were absolutely excellent. The entrees were mostly good with the exception of my petite filet was cold. The service was excellent!

    Report