We enjoyed a great lunch at Ventana Grill this past Saturday. The location, setting on the ocean, our server Elizabeth, and the food was excellent. The clam chowder delicious, with an abundance of clams. Usually chowder is filled with potatoes and a few clams. It...was creamy and burst with flavor. We also enjoyed fish and chips (cod) that was fresh, delicate and arrived hot (always a positive in my reviews of a restaurant), as well as a large chicken salad (could be split), which was full of corn, beans, green apple, smoked chicken and tortilla strips. Everything on the menu sounded appealing and it was a difficult decision on what to order. Elizabeth was accommodating, timely and patient with our questions. Other servers who brought our food were helpful as well. We were fortunate to enjoy a warm sunny day on Ventana's outside area that offers ocean view tables. Since the Grill is not offering reservations at this time, we chose to go after the lunch rush. If you intend to dine in the evening, be prepared for a wait. This is a popular restaurant. We'll definitely return when in Pismo. Thank you to Elizabeth and the staff for a delicious lunch, a great ocean setting and overall wonderful experience.More

Ventana Grill is famous for their breath taking view (simply look it up, i think they are in the list of restaurants with the best views). During Covid, dining in is not allowed. They do provide outside seating but you need to clean up everything...yourselves. We ordered take out as it was already late. It’s very easy to order on their website, all the available modifications are there. They offer contactless pickup. We had halibut ceviche, calamari, lobster mac and cheese with grilled cheese and we absolutely loved everything. They had everything spot on! Will return for both the food and the view.More

We loved their fish and chips. We ate it one day and cane back for more the next day. The staff was friendly and helpful.

During these challenging Covid-19 times, the service team at the Ventana went out of their way to make us comfortable, have a nice experience while keeping us safe. The food was delicious and large helpings. When we return to Pismo Beach we will stop at...Ventana again! Thank youMore

Food was good. The wait was a bit long due to Covid-19. Only outside dining but that was fine. If dining in the evening they have overhead heaters that are enough to keep you warm and comfortable. Sangria was Yumm and wine selection good. Cant...wait to come back when this pandemic is over. The restaurant is beautiful.More

Have been here before COVID and so glad they were open again. Asked my server to help me choose between two different entrees. He recommended the Coconut-encrusted Halibut. ABSOLUTELY the best halibut I have had on the west coast. The accompanying rice and beans are...excellent. Will be back next month when I return to CA. DO NOT MISS this restaurant. The views are outstanding. Service could not be better.More

We found this place on trip advisor. We were looking for an oceanfront place with a view..but wow, this place was amazing on all levels. The place is built right against the cliffs on multiple levels. We came Sunday between lunch and dinner so we...didn’t have to wait too long for an outside table. We had 1 beer in the bar for our wait. Our dinner table for 2 had a breathtaking view both ways and a view of the rocks in the ocean and the waves breaking- and big birds flying at the same level as our deck/ table. The food and the service equally matched the amazing view. We are not big seafood people so we had nachos and the amazing chorizo poblano pepper burger plus the complimentary tortillas and various salsas. We left about 45 minutes before sunset so another couple could enjoy the amazing sunset. As others have noted as well as the restaurant clearly does, it can get cold and windy outside. We bought restaurant hoodies which were inexpensive and perfect. I felt like I was in another country. I’m going to take my mom here when she’s in town in a couple weeks. Highly recommended!More