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The Greek Ventura

My tummy was rumbling on a recent road trip, so I was happy to discover The Greek Ventura Harbor Village restaurant. I was hoping for a nice view and good food, and that is what I got.

In fact, the entire experience was fantastic!

The Greek is a family owned full service restaurant that serves up authentic Greek food made with fresh ingredients. I found some familiar favorites on the menu, and, also, some dishes that were new to me.

I found plenty of vegetarian options, and was happy to see that the menu marks both gluten-free and vegan dishes. You can let your server know, if you have any other dietary restrictions or allergies.

A new to me starter was the Sagnaki Flaming Cheese, and it was as good as it sounds. The Greek cheese is floured, sauteed in olive oil and flamed tableside on a cast iron pan for a dramatic experience. The cheese is drizzled with fresh squeezed lemon juice, and the flavor is spectacular.

My entree choice was the appetizer sized spanakopita, and it was enough for a meal for me. We also ordered the flaming cheese and baklava cheesecake to share, so there were boxes of leftovers to go. I’m glad we ordered too much, since I got to try more of The Greek’s good food.

Photo Gallery

Sagnaki Flaming Cheese

Moussaka

Spanakopita

Tableside Flaming Cheese

Flamed Cheese

Moussaka

Baklava Cheesecake

Restaurant Exterior

The harbor was quiet on a Winter weekday, so reservations were not necessary. If you’re planning to visit on a weekend or holiday evening, I’d recommend calling ahead for a reservation. Parking was free and plentiful for us, but I’m not sure how it would be at peak times.

Also, you may want to request a table by the window. It was nice to have a view of the boats and to be able to watch the harbor activity while we ate.

It’s also a lovely area to explore, so you can get some exercise after your delicious meal.

The Greek Restaurant – Bringing Greece to Ventura

The Greek Ventura