Austen's At The Pierpont Inn - Ventura

The view was beautiful but the actual restaurant is lacking. There was a weird smell -maybe sewage system. We moved to the outside patio area and it was better. Concrete floors in the patio area were dirty and needed a good scrubbing. I had the scallops. The actual scallops were tasty but the prosciutto with it was tough and I couldn’t chew it. The croutons which are house made were flavorful but had sat too long and were mushy. It wasn’t served really hot either so that didn’t help. Service was very good.

Temporary location was OK. James our server was wonderful. Good food good value

We had a wonderful dinner and drinks for Labor Day weekend. James and the rest of the staff were outstanding in their service and attentiveness. Is it expensive? A bit. But the beautiful outdoor setting, combined with the excellent service and relaxed atmosphere tables were able to sit and dine for hours with their party, allowing true European style dining were worth it. Food was excellent scallops were especially good, as was the chocolate lava cake. Drinks were likewise v good the French gimlet was exceptional. Overall a wonderful evening on a holiday weekend.

The ocean view was beautiful! Our server Eric was very good and attended to our needs. Unfortunately my pork chop was dry. My vegetables needed seasoning. My husband had the chicken. His was good. For dessert he had the bread pudding. Though it was good, it was pricey for what he got. I would probably try them for breakfast but I won’t be back for dinner.

Sweet quiet spot for a tasty unhurried lunch, and view of the ocean!