FoodDude

Stopped in for lunch and was immediately hit with the smell of salty air and sizzling tacos — yes, please! I ordered the Baja fish tacos and WOW. Fresh, flaky fish, zesty slaw, and a sauce that I would 100% put on everything if they bottled it. The vibe is laid back beachy perfection — think picnic tables, palm trees, and ocean breeze. But the real MVP if you’ve got little ones? The giant outdoor play area! My kids basically turned into wild beach puppies, running around barefoot while I actually got to enjoy my food hot. That never happens. Great food, great views, and a place where both parents and kids leave happy. Can’t wait to come back!

bryan kindred

Found this little gem heading back down to LA. What a cool atmosphere,so relaxing. The food was killer. I had the California burger with sweet potato fries

+7

Reach Locals Digital Marketing

Great little place! Beer is cold, we didn’t eat but the food looked good. Lots of tables and they have a fire pit for adults closer to the water. The view is pretty.

Melissa Succetti

The atmosphere is so calm and peaceful. The food was amazing and drinks were good. You order your food and once its ready you'll get buzzed to pick it up. Its ready pretty quickly. They have a sandbox for the kids and a higher area for adults only. Very versatile for people with and without kids.

Mitchell Neller

Went to Padaro Beach Grill with my family for Mother's Day weekend, and man, this place was such a vibe. We got there right around sunset, and it was absolutely beautiful. The first thing I noticed was how big the spot is, especially for kids. Tons of space to run around and play. The line was pretty long out the door, but honestly, it was worth it. Food, straight up the star of the night. I ordered the Padaro Burger without avocado, made it a double, and got a side of fries. Bro, it was delicious. The meat was juicy, perfectly cooked, and that onion ring in the middle gave it the crunch it needed. Add some bacon on top? Come on. Can’t go wrong at all. One of those burgers you finish and immediately consider ordering another. My wife got a burger too, but on a whole wheat bun with a side salad. She said the flavor was solid, but the bun came out super hard after being toasted, so she ended up just taking it off. Still enjoyed it though. My dad got the same burger I did, and we both crushed it in no time. This thing is a big burger. Not just some little fast food joint size. My mom got the turkey burger like my wife and had it with some sweet potato fries, and she really enjoyed hers too. Overall, this place is a win. Great views, great food, and just a super solid spot to hang out and eat with the fam. Just be ready to wait in line, but it is totally worth it.

+8

NJ Cruz

Had a relaxing and beautiful experience on a weekday afternoon while driving to Ventura. Quality food, although it felt a bit pricey when compared to similar joints. You pay for the ambiance and scenery. Family friendly! PS-As of Apr 2025, parking can be a bit of a challenge, with limited spots and road construction 🚧 happening right across.

+2

Britt W

Fantastic spot off the highway, great food, great location with a great view! We got the fish tacos and the Padaro burger. Lots of picnic tables, beautiful landscape, stunning view of the ocean. Kids would love the sand pit area. Highly recommend if you are driving and need a scenic stop.

John Lindfors

Nice spot on Santa Claus Lane. Food is good. Grandpa says fries are the best he has ever had. Counter service. Decent parking but might be limited during high season.

+1

Victoria Hoffman

A hidden getaway that offers outdoor picnic seating. I loved the laidback vibe and atmosphere. I ordered the fish and chips which was good but a little greasy for me. The clam chowder was perfect for the breezy coastal weather. If you have a big group it may be difficult to find seating depending on the hour and parking is the same. I like how the train passes by while you are eating which for kids might fascinate them. They have a nice little sand area for kids to play in.

Carol Platt

This place is a favorite for parents with children. There is a huge sand box and the side area is large enough for parties. The food does not disappoint. The servings are generous, and the variety of options is nice. My husband got the Shrimp Taco's and I enjoyed the Grilled Shrimp Salad. There is also burgers and Fish and Chips. The draft beer has local favorites 🍺🍻 We always stop on our way south. Yum ! Oh, there are seats with an ocean view. Stop on by !

Ryan Slack

Good burgers. I liked the hickory one. Service people were nice enough. Terrible bathroom situation. Two stalls for the whole property. Around 20 tables. The location and atmosphere is why we go here. Great view of the beach. Extremely relaxing and great California surf vibe.

Ravi Govil

Place right next to the beach! A cool breeze makes you feel refreshed. Plenty of tables to sit outside in a garden-like setting. Food was good and freshly prepared.

+1

Dar

Great setup outside but food needs some adjustments. Ordered one fried and one grilled fish taco. These tacos are very flavorful and delicious but an absolute nightmare to try and hold and get a good bite. The tortilla needs to be bigger and very tough to get a bite of everything in one bite because of how high up everything is stacked. The fried fish one was much better. I actually got a 1/2 inch piece of bone in my grilled fish on my second bite. Rest of the menu seems like elevated bar food. The style of delivery is order and then pickup. Silverware is not readily available either and had to ask for some. The fish tacos did come with chips and salsa and the salsa was very good and good level of spiciness