Best Restaurants in Thousand Oaks (2025)

Selvin’s in Thousand Oaks Is an Exciting Restaurant by an Alinea Chef | Eater LA

Opening Friday, June 21 under Chef John Vega (trained at the Culinary Institute of America in Napa and formerly of Grant Achatz’s Alinea), the restaurant focuses on California coastal cooking on the ground floor of the Palm Garden Hotel and is named after hotel owner Harry Selvin. The chef is keeping edible helium balloons and “Anti Plates” in his back pocket for now and is presenting an approachable slate that ranges from starters like truffle fries and corn agnolotti to heartier mains such as pizzas and seared halibut; look for molecular touches too, like mango powder with the hamachi crudo and a Parmesan truffle foam served with the seared scallop risotto. It’s located at 495 N. Ventu Park Road and is open Mon–Thu 4 p.m.–10 p.m., Fri–Sat 4 p.m.–midnight, and Sun 4 p.m.–9 p.m. - Cathy Chaplin

Family-run and deeply tied to Espírito Santo traditions, this spot simmers seafood moquecas in clay pots and pours strong caipirinhas. Praised by travelers and locals for soulful, celebratory meals that feel straight from Brazil’s coast.

Chef Luis Sanchez channels his Peruvian roots into vibrant sandwiches, bowls, and nightly specials. Featured by 805 Living and beloved by locals for lomo saltado, yucca fries, and live-music community nights on the patio.

A longtime local Italian favorite where families celebrate milestones over house pastas, risotti, and classic secondi. Open since the late ’80s and still run with old-school hospitality that feels genuinely Thousand Oaks.

A family-run kitchen turning out tandoori platters, rich curries, and street-snack chaat with real Punjabi flair. Consistently busy with locals and recognized across regional guides for quality and hospitality.

A revived local institution serving the same massive omelettes and griddled classics generations grew up on. Reopened by community-minded owners after the original diner’s closure, as covered by the Acorn.

Neighborhood brewpub where cyclists and families mingle over house beers, pit-smoked barbecue, and well-made pizzas. Highlighted by the Conejo Valley tourism board for its community-first spirit and live music.

A compact, chef-led sushi bar just minutes from Thousand Oaks with pristine fish, creative signatures, and thoughtful sake. Noted by 805 Living; a local favorite for blue crab and yellowtail rolls and refined nigiri.

Locally owned, sprawling brewery and kitchen with artisan pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and a scoop shop. A true community hub hosting events and pouring Conejo-brewed favorites like Tarantula Hill IPA and Liquid Candy.