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Sea Venture, Pismo Beach, CA

Sea Venture

4.7
4.7
2134 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Steven Smeets
  • 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.
  • Private party contact
    Simon Kovesdi: (805) 440-6446
  • Neighborhood
    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

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving Menu

    $75.00 per person

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

What 2,134 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Great for scenic views

  • California Central Coast

    Contemporary American

2,134 Reviews
  1. 161mr

    Orlando

    111 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    111 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    It was an average brunch. We had two cold Irish coffee’s, BLT croissant and lobster Benedict which was not very good.

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  2. JimD

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the half chicken with gnocchi, prepared perfectly and very flavorful. Wife had the filet mignon also very good, we swapped the leftovers for lunch the next day.

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  3. Anne

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Always enjoy our dinners at Sea Venture. Great staff!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, wonderful sunset View. Perfect dinner for our special occasion.

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  5. MariaP

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Great service. Lobster was well cooked but very small. Pricey for what you get.

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  6. BradS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, view and wait-staff were all A+. Our waiter, Zachary, was extremely friendly, checked on us often but was suffocating. It was our anniversary and he even comped us our dessert. We would definitely eat their again.

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  7. MarkW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food, good service. Would highly recommend for a nice meal .

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  8. TerryM

    Devon

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food,great view and good ambience we would eat here again

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  9. stevenr

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great experience but the windows were so dirty enjoying the fantastic view was the only issue.

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  10. PasoRoblesDining

    Central Coast

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great dinner with very dear friends. The view was fantastic and the halibut was superb. The creme brûlée was done to perfection. This is a fabulous spot for a nice dinner on the Central Coast.

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  11. MelissaA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We went for dinner and brunch the dinner service was slightly slow as if they were under staffed. Brunch service was quick!

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  12. RobertS

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience5
    Other than finding a long strand of human hair in my dinner everything else was fine.

    Sea VentureResponded on September 8, 2023

    Soory to hear that, glad that everything else was fine.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The halibut was delicious. We all loved the Banana Fosters dessert! Zachary took very good care of us!

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  14. CalliE

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sit in the patio for the perfect spot to catch the sunset! Beautiful and fantastic food!

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  15. Bill

    Orange County

    275 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    275 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The restaurant is located on the third floor with a direct view of the ocean. Could not ask for a better location. The service was excellent. The food was very good but a little short of excellent. The price was appropriate for the quality of the mean and the view from the table.

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  16. SteveZ

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    My filet was great, as were the beet salads and chowder. Two diners said the halibut was a bit overcooked and on the dry side. Zack did a great job as our server.

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  17. Berns

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a great dining experience The food and service was great. And the sunset views are spectacular. We had the halibut and the pork. Perfect!

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  18. Katrina

    Orange County

    110 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We met some friends here for a nice dinner. Our friends had the salmon specials and my husband and I ha the regular salon. We all shared salads. My husband had a gin and tonic tall and I had 2 Old Fashions, which were excellent. Our friends brought their own local wine. hey had banana foster for desert, I was too full. Our server was Jim, very attentive, answered questions and we always appreciate that.

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  19. Adri

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    The service was great and we had a great waiter. Honestly was a little disappointed with the quality of the food for brunch. It was pretty good but not amazing. Not sure if I’d go back again.

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  20. SusanaV

    San Francisco

    40 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    The food was good enough, and our server was very accommodating. Another server was rude and complained about the tourists. This restaurant is in a hotel. We felt rushed and unwanted.

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  21. datenight1

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    2.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Unfortunately, I got sick from dining there. Went late last night for a quick bite after traveling. Ordered the petite filet, beet salad, and a mocktail. I'm not sure what it is there exactly that made me sick but the food was just okay. The filet tasted like it was cooked on a grill that hadn't been cleaned, and the sliders were just okay, nothing to write home about. Just disappointed that I'm spending my anniversary day now with an upset stomach.

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  22. AnneM

    Chicago

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful outside table overlooking the beach, perfect French martini and Manhattan, steak and lobster for two and wedge salad were excellent and we were treated to a surprise creme brûlée for our 35th anniversary! Shane, our waiter was awesome and took great care of us! Thank you for making our anniversary so special!

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  23. BruceS

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    as always it was a great dining experience. Seated outdoors watching the whales pelicans and surfers. Food was spot on as was our server Chris. We will do this again.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner and they sweetly had the next table sing happy birthday to me. I didn’t even think I told them it was.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is fantastic, food was really good, good price, service was excellent, just a fabulous place to have dinner , I highly recommend it. Jim

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  26. shannonm

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    requested a window table to watch the sunset. My 2 dinner guests had the fish and raved about it. The service was very good. I had the short ribs that lacked flavor and were not very tender. I have eaten here several times and will continue to dine here. Never had a bad meal.

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  27. BruceS

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As usual the service and food were both on point and amazing. Congrats to the bartender as always for a great martini. Did I mention the view of the beach, ocean and waves did not disappoint?

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  28. DMoceano

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Awesome outdoor seating with view. Great servers, just a bit slow at the beginning of our service..food was good with amazing ambience.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service by Chris and a Beautiful sunset!

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  30. TimD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for dinner! Ocean view is incredible. The service was great, and the food was top notch! I highly recommend this place

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  31. CharlieF

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service, we have dined at the Sea Venture on numerous occasions and have always enjoyed everything 👍👍👏

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  32. DonaldT

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We had the couple's fillet and lobster tail. Food was very good. Enjoyed the view.

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  33. Jewels

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the food! Breakfast burrito was juicy and not dry, not too much cheese, or spice- came with salsa. Omelette was so good as a scramble. Would order the it as a scramble again!

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  34. karenh

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and our waiter Chris was fantastic! We came in for our Wedding Anniversary and the evening was EVERYTHING we had hoped for. Chris made us feel very relaxed and not rushed, his recommendations were “spot on”. Champagne, Shrimp cocktail, steak & lobster finishing off with a fabulous dessert. A view to die for and the best service we could possibly ask for. Thank you for an evening we will remember for quite some time.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best I’ve ever went to!! Staff is very nice and helpful as well! Would definitely recommend to others and come back here! Try it out guys!

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  36. MmmGood

    San Francisco

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Excellent choice for a traditional seafood restaurant. Very good and view. Service was superb.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This was our first dining experience at Sea Venture. We loved it and will be back soon. Our waiter Zach did an outstanding job providing us with good service and attention. The food was great in presentation and value. The view of the ocean from the restaurant is the best we have found at any coastal restaurant. We will be back soon and bring our out of town guests for a real dining treat. I have a strong feeling we will be regulars at Sea Venture!

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  38. NealW

    Los Angeles

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    My wife had the seaventure dish, a mix of shellfish and rice. I had the swordfish. The food was very good. The service was excellent. The setting is spectacular - a beautiful view of the ocean and Pismo beach.

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  39. DavidS

    Orange County

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We always enjoy going to the Sea Venture Restaurant. Been doing so for 25 years.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely evening, delicious meal, great service. Rah!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

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

Sea Venture is rated 4.7 stars by 2134 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 PM


Booked 15 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
  • Neighborhood
    Pismo Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • 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
    Steven Smeets
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Private party contact
    Simon Kovesdi: (805) 440-6446
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