Cafe Fiore

The appetizers were fantastic. The cocktails excellent, and the main dishes beyond tasty! The bread starter with some kind of outstanding tapenad is great! Overall Cafe Fiore is highly recommended! Thank you.

Delicious food and great vibes.
I really like their pasta. It is very balanced.
The cioppino is not very “San Francisco”, but I like it. (You guys know cioppino is not from Italy right?)

The reception attitude was acceptable. But our waitress Gloria was super sweet and friendly.

The asiago bread they bring the table is delicious and comes with an olive tomato tapenade for dipping. I got the ravioli and my friend got the fettuccine with filetmignon. We got the dessert sampler and the creme brulee, everything was yummy. Pretty atmosphere in the side patio and we were allowed to bring the doggie.

A Gem of Italian Ambiance: Cafe Fiore Review

We recently celebrated our 18th wedding anniversary at Cafe Fiore, and it was an unforgettable experience. Nestled in the heart of Ventura, this charming restaurant exudes authentic Italian ambiance, making every visit feel like a journey to Italy itself.

From the moment we stepped inside, we were greeted by warm, inviting decor and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu offered a delightful array of dishes, each bursting with flavor and crafted with care. Whether it was pasta, seafood, or classic Italian favorites, every bite was a culinary delight.

One standout was the espresso martini topped with homemade whipped cream—an absolute must-try for anyone visiting Cafe Fiore. It perfectly balanced the rich flavors of espresso with a touch of sweetness, leaving us craving for more.

What truly sets Cafe Fiore apart is its versatility. It has become our go-to spot for everything from casual happy hours with friends to intimate family gatherings and special celebrations like birthdays and anniversaries. The attentive staff and impeccable service only add to the overall exceptional dining experience.

In summary, Cafe Fiore has captured our hearts with its delightful ambiance, delicious cuisine, and welcoming atmosphere. It’s more than just a restaurant—it’s a destination where memories are made and cherished. We look forward to many more visits in the years to come. Grazie mille, Cafe Fiore, for making our anniversary celebration truly unforgettable.

Delicious food! Very attentive service. We really enjoy coming here when we are in town visiting family

Damn this food was good. I really enjoyed dinner. The bread and tapenade was so good. We got a prosciutto pizza to start and was so good. I got the pasta bolognese and it was amazing. Can’t wait to come back and do it again. The Negroni was tasty. We called off dinner with crème brûlée and it was delicious. Wow. Loved this meal.

Cafe Fioré continues to be one of our favorite date night and special occasion dinner destinations! We have been customers for over 20 years, basically since they opened...

Amazing atmosphere, unique farm-to-table dishes with an Italian flair; the most amazing cocktails. Service is outstanding.

They frequently have specials with recommend wine paitings, an amazing dessert menu - their tiramisu and creme brulee are top-notch. I just can't say enough good things about them!

Please give them a tey, you won't be disappointed!

Delicious food!!! Great service. The atmosphere is very romantic and they has a tiny and cozy patio. The owner put attention to every aspect and detail of food quality... The desert are delightful! Is so hard to stopped to eat this YUMMY stuff. Be careful... HAPPINESS come to you from nowhere after chocolate cake.

I have had a craving for lobster bisque and this totally hit the spot! Who knew I'd satisfy that urge in Ventura, California?!

There was only one size available and this was a very generous bowl. I had the fettuccine al ragu and it was freshly made pasta. It was cooked perfectly al dente with plenty of bolognese. I was offered fresh parmesan shredded over my plate at the table. I had enough left over to take home after eating the lobster bisque. We also ordered the risotto con pollo e funghi and it came out steaming hot. Again, the rice was cooked perfectly al dente.

Lastly, we ordered the creme brulee and the Winter Wonderland drink for dessert. Unfortunately, they didn't have the liqueur for the drink and our waitress suggested I get an avocado martini instead. I was skeptical, but the server said she would drink it if we didn't. Believe it or not, the avocado martini was delicious! Made with vanilla vodka, mango rum, lemon, lime, and half an avocado this martini is definitely different but I'd do it again. We were really lucky they were open on Christmas Eve, too!

We had such a wonderful experience at Cafe Fiore last night. We didn't have reservations but we were able to sit at a counter directly infront of the kitchen so we got to watch the food being cooked. It was like getting dinner and a show and I can tell you, those people can work. Everyone in the kitchen was so fast and efficient at their jobs. The food was flying out of that kitchen and everything looked good. Our server was a lovely lady who took great care of us, recommending things and checking in on us to ensure that the food was to our liking. We were given some lovely bread to start, with a homemade tomato dipping sauce. Our mains were delicious and filling and dessert was wonderful. It was a great experience, we will definitely be back to try all the other tasty things that they have on the menu.

OUTSTANDING authentic Italian had the mushroom and sausage pizza with a Cesar salad. Wide selection of fine wines. Old school soothing atmosphere and super friendly staff. Must try.

Fiore really tries to do Italian. The menu is legit, and well executed. It's always fairly busy, because people keep going back, which is a great signal. We live at the ocean, try the seafood. If that's not for you, you won't regret exploring the rest of the menu

Thank you to everyone for making our anniversary great. My husband and dated here, had our wedding reception here, and we continue to celebrate here. Special thanks to Cindy.

We were a party of 16 for my mom’ 68th bday! Everyone was very nice, pleasant, attentive. It is such a cute restaurant, we sat outside; Jake took the best care of my family!! 2 elderly grandparents who can’t hear, 4 kids having fun, us changing our minds about what we wanted to eat… he was so kind, patient, super sweet!! Can not say enough great about Jake and even the rest of the staff!! Thank you! The food was really really good! Everyone enjoyed what they ordered, even our picky ones!! ♥ And, it didn’t break the bank food is super reasonably priced! I Never write reviews but I had to today, everything was just so perfect.

Delightful. A real pleasure. Food was top notch, some lovely cocktails, a beautiful space. Couldn't ask for a nicer spot for the evening. They've been here 20 years and it's easy to see why.

Took 94 yr old hard to please mom in law here. We sat in the farthest back corner which made for a great view! There are no indoor windows, so I was a little worried about that. There is a skylight in the back though, which made it very nice and airy.

On the food front--the lobster bisque was moan inspiring and plentiful! I had the burrata salad and the flavors were mixed perfectly. Mom had the lobster and leek ravioli, which again was plentiful, creamy and flavorful. Wine list was varied, impressive, and affordable.

Lastly, the delightful waitress found some lovely opera music at the request of my Mom. To which she said, this place is so wonderful. You sure know how to pick'em.

Delicious Italian food! You can’t go wrong with any of the food. Personal favorites are the carpaccio, crispy artichokes, big sage tortellini. The table bread and tapenade is great. My wife and I had our wedding reception here as well, and the food was amazing and the staff is wonderful.

The access card brought us here, somewhat a fancy place especially later in the evening we got here at 5pm so didn't feel underdressed. Service was really nice they treated us with respect and were very attentive. (we've experienced at some places if you have the access card you don't get the same service) My husband and I both got a house salad which was really good. I got the pistachio encrusted Swordfish with creamy mashed potatoes and season vegetables, my husband got the boneless Chicken dish. We enjoyed our experience here! It's nice to try new places & learn more about our beautiful city, we have a new place on our radar for us and our out of town guests.

This place has been around for a long time and still has the same great food they've served for years. There is a bar and nice waiting area in the front. Reservations are recommended as they can get very busy during meal times. The food is the best part of this place. The pasta is fresh and all their dishes are tasty. There is a nice selection of dessert choices depending on what you're craving. Parking is easy as there's a parking structure adjacent to the restaurant. Definitely recommend this place.

They’ve made my favorite thin crust pizza even better. Pizza ‘Bianca’ now has spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, mushrooms, and artichoke hearts. I’ve added garlic sautéed shrimps (see pic). Delicious!

Café Fiore is the best restaurant in Ventura. I’ve eaten lunch there once to thrice a week for ten or fifteen years—however long they’ve been open. So good! Fabulous salads (with salmon, crab, shrimp, chicken), super-thin crust pizzas, bruschetta, risotto... Try the happy hour lamb “sliders” without the bread—they serve them on butter lettuce—yum! Pic of pizza I got yesterday (take out) with prosciutto, artichoke hearts, kalamatas: