American in Ventura County

House of Bamboo

Camarillo · 2227 Ventura Blvd

Polynesian-themed tiki bar and restaurant in Old Town Camarillo. Hand-carved teak, lava rock, hanging plants, exotic rum cocktails, and a Pacific Rim menu. Opened February 2026 by Jamie McBride. 21 and up inside.

A-Burger

Oxnard · 155 South Oxnard Boulevard Oxnard

Applebee's

Camarillo · 291 Wesr Ventura Boulevard

Applebee's in Camarillo serves casual American fare with an emphasis on burgers, appetizers, and cocktails. The bar and grill offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, and carside to-go options for quick service. Happy hour runs 3–6pm and 9pm–close in the bar area, featuring half-price appetizers and drink specials. They also accommodate catering requests. Wi-Fi is available, and you can order online or call ahead to check daily specials.

Arby's

Simi Valley · 1408 East Los Angeles Avenue Simi Valley

BBQ Chicken

Oxnard · 2810 Portico Way Oxnard

BBQ Chicken serves Korean fried chicken prepared using traditional methods—hand-brushed, hand-battered, and fried low and slow for an exceptionally crispy exterior and juicy interior. They offer a rotating lineup of signature sauces ranging from sweet (Cheesling, Honey Garlic) to spiced (Gang-Jeong with cinnamon and chili, Gangnam Style with black pepper). The flavors draw from Seoul's food culture, and each sauce is designed to complement their technique. Whether you go for the Golden Original or one of their specialty options, the focus here is on delivering fried chicken that stands apart from standard versions.

BJ's

Oxnard · 461 W Esplanade Dr

Beeps Diner

Simi Valley · 2597 Sycamore Drive Simi Valley

Behemoth Burger

Simi Valley · 2090 1st Street Simi Valley

Best BBQ

Santa Paula · 915 East Harvard Boulevard Santa Paula

Black Bear Diner

Ventura · 2401 East Harbor Boulevard

Black Bear Diner serves up hearty portions in a casual setting decked out with bear-themed decor. The Ventura location welcomes families and groups with a menu that aims to have something for everyone. They offer beer and wine, host a meeting room for gatherings, and handle catering orders. Open early mornings through late evenings, with extended hours on weekends.

Boatyard Pub

Ventura · 1583 Spinnaker Drive

Boatyard Pub is a locally owned seafood and American spot right on the water, serving everything from award-winning New England clam chowder and tallow-fried fish and chips to steaks, lobster, and charbroiled burgers. They won Channel Islands Maritime Museum's 2025 Chowderfest People's Choice, so the chowder is worth the trip alone. The bar stocks 16 beer taps and 20 craft cocktails focused on Ventura breweries and distilleries, plus they pour killer bloody Marys with breakfast. Live music runs seven days a week, and the harbor-view patio welcomes dogs. You'll find the right vibe whether you want quiet dining, a lively bar scene, or seaside casual.

Boney Mountain Tavern

Newbury Park · 722 North Wendy Drive Newbury Park

Boney Mountain Pizza serves up wood-fired pizza alongside hamburgers, salads, and sandwiches in a casual dining spot that welcomes groups and families. The full bar pours cold beer and runs happy hour, while the friendly staff keeps things relaxed. You can settle in at indoor tables or take advantage of the outdoor seating, and they've got a kids menu if you're bringing younger diners. Free parking makes it easy to stop by.

Braxton's Kitchen

Camarillo · 317 North Carmen Drive Camarillo

Breakers Sports Bar

Thousand Oaks · 398 N Moorpark Rd

Buffalo Wild Wings

Simi Valley · 1555 Simi Town Center Way Simi Valley

Burger King

Oxnard · 2001 North Oxnard Boulevard Oxnard

Burger King

Camarillo · 181 Arneill Road Camarillo

Burger King

Simi Valley · 1152 East Los Angeles Street Simi Valley

Burger King

Ventura · 21 West Main Street Ventura

Burger King

Fillmore · 616 Ventura St

Baskin-Robbins in Fillmore serves ice cream, sherbet, and custom cakes from their location on W Ventura Street. They stock a rotating menu of flavors ranging from classics like Mint Chocolate Chip and Cookies 'n Cream to seasonal offerings such as Beach Day and Pistachio Chocolate Bar. The shop offers dine-in service, delivery, and curbside pickup. They also create custom ice cream cakes for celebrations—including graduation, sports team, and holiday designs. The Baskin-Robbins mobile app provides rewards, mobile payment, and exclusive deals.

Busy Bee Café

Ventura · 478 East Main Street Ventura

Busy Bee has been slinging burgers and comfort food in downtown Ventura since 1983. Slide into one of their red vinyl booths—each fitted with a personal mini jukebox—and order a burger cooked fresh on the grill or go retro with a root beer float, egg cream, or phosphate. The menu spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner with vegetarian options, plus a full bar. You can watch the kitchen work and catch the sizzle and aroma of burgers hitting the griddle.

California Pizza Kitchen

Simi Valley · 1555 Simi Town Center Way Center

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California Pizza Kitchen

Ventura · 3301 E Main St Suite 1150