Pacific By Noru

My wife and I held our wedding reception at Pacific by NoRu, and we cannot say enough about how much we (and all of our guests) enjoyed our experience. Because of all the craziness during COVID, we had to make last-minute changes to our reception plans, and despite not having the opportunity to sample the food beforehand, we still decided to book the restaurant. But, given the fact that we’d be having a fusion menu, we weren’t quite sure what to expect. However, once the day arrived, any uncertainties we had were quickly put to rest. The food was absolutely superb, and James all of the staff were incredibly friendly, gracious, and accommodating. A number of our guests commented to us, even months later, about how much they enjoyed themselves. It was a beautiful, memorable, stress-free, A+ experience that left us all feeling grateful and satisfied. We returned to to the restaurant 6 months later to celebrate Valentine’s Day and our half-year wedding anniversary, and everything was just as delicious the second time around. We continue to recommend Pacific by NoRu to all of our friends, and we recommend the same to anyone living or visiting near Ventura.

This restaurant is amazing. The food was incredibly delicious. We had the chicken kabobs for appetizer, beef and pasta for dinner. Even the salad was like nothing I have had before. Very creative chef! Also they have the best bar drinks in town. Wine list had excellent choices. The wait staff was courteous, knowledgeable and prompt. I highly recommend this gourmet restaurant.

The pot stickers were excellent. The salmon entree and ribs was descent. Service was horrible!!! We were the only ones out on patio. We pretty much got ignored and forgotten about. The restaurant wasn't even busy. We ordered dessert and it took forever. Mentioned poor service to the staff person. They totally ignored us. Our waitress disappeared on us. I could see she was spending lots of time chatting with customers inside. Another male staff was on the phone the entire time. All the visual staff was pretty much standing around doing nothing. We couldn't even get them to come get out credit card to pay check so we paid cash and left. Very dissappoiting!! Owner said they DM me but they did not!!!

Each time I come here it just keeps getting better and better! I am so thrilled Ventura finally has an upscale high quality dining spot like this. Pacific by Noru is my go to spot for dinner & drinks in Ventura and everyone I have brought here has been completely blown away by it. The food is incredible and packed with local flavors and freshness. It is always cooked, portioned, and presented to perfection! From the moment you walk up to the hostess stand, the staff here makes you feel genuinely welcomed. Now for the cocktails. Last night I had the pleasure of meeting the incredible bartender, De Lonne. I wish I could give this review 6 stars because he truly deserves his own special star. I love a good cocktail and have always been blown away by the drinks here but the minute I met De Lonne I finally understood why the cocktails are so special. His energy radiates his love and passion for making the special cocktails here and you can taste it in every sip. He even made me a special cocktail for my second drink based on the flavors I had in my first drink and he knocked it out of the park. He is so friendly and personable, and is a true gem. Thank you Pacific by Noru for finally being the spot Ventura has been needing for quite some time now! I can't wait to come back again and experience all the great things you continue to do!