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Sea Venture, Pismo Beach, CA

Sea Venture

4.6
4.6
2391 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
The SeaVenture Restaurant located on the beach in California Central Coast wine country, the third floor Restaurant allows you to take in breathtaking sunsets and panoramic beach and ocean views from large picture windows and outdoor decks. Chef Eddie Ruiz contemporary coastal cuisine is inspired by the surrounding local wine country. Our seasonal menu is prepared with locally farmed vegetables, premium pork and beef and the highest quality fish and seafood. All desserts are made in house from scratch.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 773-3463
  • Website
    http://seaventurerestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Eddie Ruiz
  • Private party facilities
    We have two banquet rooms that can accommodate groups of up to 60 people. We also rent out the entire restaurant for groups up to 225 people.
  • Location
    100 Ocean View Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 93449
  • Neighbourhood
    Pismo Beach
  • Cross Street
    Dolliver
  • Parking details
    Two levels of free parking underneath our restaurant
  • Entertainment
    Live Music every Wednesday Night from 6-9 pm Soak Up the Sun- Sundays on the Deck- Live Music 3-6 pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Christmas Day Menu

    US$79.00 per person

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Chef Eddie Ruiz has created our 3 course Christmas Menu. We are open from 1pm-6:30pm.

  • New Year's Eve Dinner

    US$75.00 - US$89.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us at the Seaventure for a special 3 course menu to celebrate New Year's Eve. We offer two seatings, 5pm and 7:30pm. Live Music from 7pm-10pm Champagne Toast at 9pm

  • Thanksgiving Menu

    US$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Chef Eddie Ruiz has created our 3 course Thanksgiving Menu. We are open from 1pm-6:30pm.

Menu

Bar Specials

  • Steak NachosUS$17.00

    pico de gallo, refried pinquito beans, cheese, lemon avocado cream, spicy aioli

    • Asian Shrimp Lettuce WrapsUS$14.00

      shrimp, cucumbers, carrots, daikon radish, avocado, sesame dressing, and spicy aioli

      • Oyster RockefellerUS$21.00

        half dozen pacific oysters, spinach, bacon, parmesan cream

        • Coconut Shrimp TacosUS$18.00

          avocado, cilantro, lime, green onion, cabbage, jalapeno sesame dressing

          • Prime Rib SlidersUS$18.00

            crispy buttermilk onions, brioche bun, horseradish cream

            • Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$15.00

              bacon, blue cheese, toasted pecans, bourbon maple glaze

              • PismettesUS$19.00

                beef, andouille sausage, and coconut shrimp skewered with a trio of dipping sauces

                • Beef TipsUS$17.00

                  pieces of medium rare filet mignon with a wholegrain mustard sauce

                  Soup & Salads

                  • Clam Chowder*US$11.00

                    bacon, garlic crouton, chives

                    • Local Beet Salad*US$15.00

                      goat cheese, fennel, cucumber, toasted hazelnuts, crouton, balsamic glaze

                      • Caesar*US$14.00

                        chopped romaine, parmesan, garlic croutons, tomato, castelvetrano olives, white anchovies

                        • The WedgeUS$15.00

                          bacon, avocado, radish, cherry tomato, chive, point reyes blue cheese

                          • Ahi Salad*US$20.00

                            arugula, watercress, cucumbers, radish, avocado, toasted sesame seeds, crispy wonton, wasabi soy dressing

                            Appetizers

                            • Charcuterie Plate*US$27.00

                              prosciutto, salami, Spanish dried chorizo, assorted local cheeses, crackers & crostinis

                              • Crab CakeUS$22.00

                                chipotle remoulade, arugula, tomato, lemon

                                • Crispy CalamariUS$18.00

                                  tartar sauce, horseradish cocktail sauce, lemon, and chilis

                                  • Pork Belly & ScallopsUS$26.00

                                    with squid ink risotto, salsa verde & micro greens

                                    • Shrimp CocktailUS$17.00

                                      spicy cocktail sauce, lemon, parsley

                                      Entrees

                                      • Grilled SwordfishUS$42.00

                                        roasted fingerling potatoes, baby carrots, Swiss chard, anchovy, and lemon compound butter

                                        • Vol au Vent*US$33.00

                                          shrimp, lobster, fingerling potatoes, asparagus, lobster cream sauce, puff pastry

                                          • Seared SalmonUS$37.00

                                            carrot cumin puree, zucchini, yellow squash, green beans, creamy dill sauce

                                            • The SeaventureUS$34.00

                                              shrimp, scallop, clams, mussels, salmon, sausage, saffron rice, tomato fume

                                              • Pistachio Crusted HalibutUS$49.00

                                                creamy shrimp and lobster risotto, grilled asparagus, and lemon beurre blanc

                                                • 28oz Char Broiled Rib EyeUS$62.00

                                                  loaded baked potato, garlic green beans, caramelized shallot butter, chimichurri

                                                  • Pan Seared Filet Mignon*US$49.00

                                                    au gratin potato, grilled asparagus, sauteed mushrooms, red wine reduction

                                                    • Double-Cut Pork ChopUS$39.00

                                                      celery root & apple puree, bacon fat Brussels, roasted carrots, mustard & caper cream

                                                      • Pan-Seared Half Chicken*US$36.00

                                                        boneless chicken, gnocchi, chef blend mushrooms, pancetta, green beans, caper butter herb sauce

                                                        • Gnocchi RatatouilleUS$29.00

                                                          roasted eggplant, yellow squash, zucchini, red bell peppers, spinach, and fresh basil with shaved parmesan cheese

                                                          • Couples Filet Mignon & LobsterUS$98.00

                                                            asparagus, mashed potato, red wine reduction, lemon, drawn butter

                                                            Add Ons

                                                            • MushroomsUS$6.00

                                                              • Lobster TailUS$21.00

                                                                • A Petit FiletUS$18.00

                                                                  • Garlic ShrimpUS$16.00

                                                                    • SalmonUS$18.00

                                                                      • Mary's Chicken BreastUS$12.00

                                                                        Last updated: April 29, 2024

                                                                        What 2,391 people are saying

                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                        4.6
                                                                        4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                        • 4.6Food
                                                                        • 4.6Service
                                                                        • 4.7Ambience
                                                                        • 4.4Value

                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                        Loved For

                                                                        • California Central Coast

                                                                          Great for brunch

                                                                        • California Central Coast

                                                                          Great for scenic views

                                                                        • Pismo Beach

                                                                          Most Booked

                                                                        Review summary

                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                        Sea Venture offers a dining experience with "great food" and "spectacular views" of the ocean, making it a "favorite spot" for many visitors. The service is often praised, particularly mentioning servers like Chris and Jim. While some have noted areas for improvement, most reviews highlight its "delicious menu" and "beautiful ambiance."

                                                                        2,391 Reviews

                                                                        1. Lowell

                                                                          Central Coast

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Ambiance great sunset and ocean view beautiful. Staff friendly and helpful service really good, food was hood, was anniversary and server and staff went above and beyond

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                                                                        2. Sheila

                                                                          Central Coast

                                                                          16 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          16 reviews

                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Sea venture has become our go-to restaurant for all occasions and just for a spontaneous dinner out. It is consistently good for both food and drinks. This time, our server, Lucy, provided the usual friendly professional service.  there is an ocean view, and, if you go early enough, a sunset.

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                                                                        3. Luis

                                                                          Central Coast

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on November 11, 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          It was amazing.... steak and lobster was delicious...

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                                                                        4. Shaherah

                                                                          San Francisco

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          1.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on November 9, 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 1
                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                          3. Service 1
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Had to get up repeatedly to get the server. First to even greet us. Then for our drink order. She was very slow. Nearly 35 min before we got served. Severely understaffed. The food was mediocre at best. We have been coming here for nearly 16 years now and this had never happened. I hope it’s not a sign of a new era.

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                                                                        5. Bruce

                                                                          Central Coast

                                                                          46 reviews

                                                                          vip
                                                                          5.0

                                                                          46 reviews

                                                                          Dined on November 7, 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Dining outside on the 3rd floor at the Sea Venture is always a treat. Watching the waves roll in, the sunset and the seagulls flying overhead while enjoying a drink makes for an enjoyable evening. As usual the food and service were on point. We will return

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                                                                        6. Beverly

                                                                          Central Coast

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          2.0

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          Dined on November 6, 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 2
                                                                          2. Food 2
                                                                          3. Service 2
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Well, I got there at 4:15. I ordered right away and asked for some bread and butter. They gave me the smallest pieces of bread that were about a quarter of an inch thick with some butter that had honey in it so I asked for some more bread and regular butter, when he brought the butter out, it was frozen. I could barely cut it cut my finger. I didn’t say anything, but I wasn’t happy then 40 minutes later I asked where my food was because I thought two tables being served before me, but weren’t even there when I ordered, and he had some lame excuse about the steak took longer. The steak was about 2 inches in diameter. It was so small. It was the smallest I’ve ever gotten there when I ordered the steak and lobster and the lobster was the smallest I’ve ever had I’m gonna wait there for a while. I was not happy at all not to mention the fact that my blood sugar went down to 48 while I was sitting there for 40 minutes cause I had taken my insulin once I sat down at the table and it went way too low so I wasn’t happy

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                                                                        7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                          New Orleans

                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                          Dined on November 3, 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Great service, view, food and Anniversary celebration! Would recommend!

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                                                                        8. Andrew

                                                                          Central Coast

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          1 review

                                                                          Dined on November 3, 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Best restaurant experience we've had in a while. Great, polite, attentive & funny staff. Placed us in a great view & spacing between other tables. Thank you!!

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                                                                        9. Bob

                                                                          San Francisco

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          4.0

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          Dined on October 31, 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          It was our wedding anniversary and Sea Venture was a wonderful sunset dinner with great food, service (Jim & Sean). Sea Venture is very nice restaurant

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                                                                        10. Anna

                                                                          Seattle

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                          Dined on October 26, 2024

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Don’t waste you time on other restaurants in Pismo Beach, Sea Venture is the best! You cannot beat the view, but the food is the very best in town.

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                                                                        FAQs

                                                                        Sea Venture offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 773-3463.

                                                                        Sea Venture is rated 4.6 stars by 2391 OpenTable diners.

                                                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                        Make a reservation

                                                                        2 people
                                                                        7:00 p.m.
                                                                        Booked 22 times today
                                                                        Experiences are available.

                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                        Google Map for Sea Venture

                                                                        100 Ocean View Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 93449

                                                                        Additional information

                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                          Dolliver
                                                                        • Neighbourhood
                                                                          Pismo Beach
                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                          Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                        • Price
                                                                          $30 and under
                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                          Contemporary American, Seafood, Tapas / Small Plates
                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                          Casual Elegant
                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                          Smart Casual
                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                          Two levels of free parking underneath our restaurant
                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                          Eddie Ruiz
                                                                        • Entertainment
                                                                          Live Music every Wednesday Night from 6-9 pm Soak Up the Sun- Sundays on the Deck- Live Music 3-6 pm
                                                                        • Additional
                                                                          Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                        • Website
                                                                          http://seaventurerestaurant.com/
                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                          (805) 773-3463
                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                          We have two banquet rooms that can accommodate groups of up to 60 people. We also rent out the entire restaurant for groups up to 225 people.

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