SLATE Steak, Sushi and Cocktails

SLATE in Camarillo is an amazing dining experience. The atmosphere is modern and upscale, perfect for a date night or a nice dinner out. The food is outstanding — the steaks are cooked perfectly, the sushi is super fresh, and the cocktails are some of the best in the area. Service is consistently attentive and friendly, and the presentation of every dish is top-notch. Definitely one of Camarillo’s best restaurants. Highly recommend!

Absolutely top of the list of fine dining!💯 Great family experience, remarkable quality and service for our special occasion.❤️‍🔥

This was definitely one of the nicer restaurants we've been to in Camarillo. The food has a nice attention to aesthetics. Overall, it was quite tasty. One caveat is that the crispy rice roll had rice that was quite glutinous and hard to chew. Normally, crispy rice rolls should be crunchy but now hard/chewy. Our servers were very nice. Overall, it's clean and colorful, with good lighting inside. There are TVs, which is one of my least favorite things in a a restaurant, but they aren't obtrusive. Bathrooms were clean. We'd eat here again!

Good was great. Service was really nice but a little stretched thin it felt Only weird thing was not being able to choose your side. Some people just want fries with their steak lol! Definitely will be back for the food quality tho. Nice clean place. Hope it does well

Appetizer was burnt. So was my salmon burnt. I had to pick most of it out. Hospital tasting fried rice. Was not a fan of the service either. Completely disappointed with everything over all sushi was delicious other than that. Everything else was awful. I wouldn't recommend the salmon with hospital fried rice to anyone.

I loved the short ribs. The butter cake was delish too. I especially like that they serve Ritual zero proof liquor. I was able to enjoy an espresso martini and hang out with my friends without feeling left out! The atmosphere is wonderful and the server was amazing. I would highly recommend!!!!

We’ve been customers of Slate since it opened years ago (8?). It recently had a remodel on the inside which I’m not a fan of - seemed like trying to be upscale but didn’t work. Wait staff was good but the hostess was sadly very underdressed and not professional looking for a high end restaurant. She could have been more friendly too. The Variety in curated drinks is completely gone and the variety in meals is gone. This was a stellar part of the original Slate. We found out they have a new chef - is it under new ownership or something? This used to be a place you could go and get a meal you’d see On the food network with crafted and well done side dishes with quality star entrees. I had the ny strip with mashed potatoes and green beans. Nothing was wrong but it was really OK. NOT what I would expect for a $48 plate. We were there celebrating an anniversary which we noted on reservation. No one acknowledged this. Overall this place has gone way downhill from what it was. Midweek no one was on the patio for happy hours. Shocking, never used to be. I’m not sure we will be back. Will take our $160 likely elsewhere. I hope it makes a comeback

Its my new go to spot for dinner especially since i can walk here. Reyna my bartender is always a bundle of joy. Free large parking lot available. I highly recommend the chicken potstickers and fried chicken chardonnay with spring vegetables dish. They have a great dinner for two option as well which i well try next. And they make a wicked espresso martini with baileys.

I have a long list of well intended places to visit locally but the stars finally aligned for me to try Slate. Not many places offer a daily Happy Hour, so when we were in Camarillo today, it was the perfect day to experience it! I called ahead because I was worried of it being super crowded around 415 but the hostess assured me it was a good time to come in. We got there and were greeted promptly. The party ahead of us was getting seated by the hostess when we walked in, so what looked like a chef seemed to be helping at the front desk greeted us to give the hostess a chance to get ahead by handing her menus for our turn to be seated next. We had the option to sit inside in the bar area or main seating or even outside but we opted for the main dining room. Cozy chairs and bench seating awaited us. Right away we had fresh water poured and our drink order was taken. We ordered starters for the table and a cocktail while we perused for our final choices. In no time at all, our server was back with our beverages. We decided on sushi and a hangar steak. We were surprised with the portions when the food was delivered to our table. We all agreed that the food was excellent. The wagyu meatballs were exquisite with the peppercorn sauce that gave it that extra flavor boost. The dumplings were scrumptious and gone in an instant. The rolls were thick and fresh. Especially the huge chunks of lobster in my roll. My daughter wanted a steak but I didn't want to waste an expensive steak on a kid's appetite so we picked the hangar steak and it was cooked to perfection. Paired with the tastiest green beans that were cooked to perfection laden with garlic cloves (yes I'm a garlic fan) and my special request for fries. I'm a picky person with my fries but from the moment they arrived at our table with their golden hue caught my eye and the crunch from the first bite had me. It was recommended that we try them with the peppercorn sauce and that just shot them to another level! Ashley stopped by our table to check on us and we had a great chat. She was very generous to offer us a recommendation for another cocktail and even the apple berry cobbler. I can't wait to return for the holiday thanksgiving feast or even to try their whiskey dinners that which the most recent one just having happened a few days prior. I was beyond pleased with our visit today. If I could give 6 out of 5 stars I would have. Thank you to everyone at Slate for making our lazy Sunday afternoon dine in experience so amazing.

This is truly my go-to place. I went for the first time with my then thirteen year old who begged me to try a tomahawk steak. I went thinking we would share one, and he ended up eating every bite himself and the waitstaff cheered him on and were SO good to us. Fast forward, he is now 18 years old, and it is by far still his favorite restaurant. He's also convinced his other two brothers, who "hated" steak to go, and it is now their favorite as well. While the food is excellent (ever. single. time)...it really is the management and staff who make it truly exceptional. It feels like we are family every time we walk in the door and they've treated us so well for years now. Special props to Ben as a server who is just the absolute best, and Ashley who is the most amazing manager. If you want great food but also value a place that cares about their customers and goes to every length to make your experience amazing, then go to Slate. Hands down, the best place in town!

Slate continues to be one of my go to restaurants in Camarillo when I want a meal that is elevated and for creative cocktails. Figured they were due for an updated review. I've had many celebrations here at Slate from sponsored events, to birthday parties, it's a great place to get together with friends and to celebrate. The decor and mood lighting here makes this restaurant feel very cool and sets a party like atmosphere. I just love how this restaurant is decorated and the bar is a brighter fun spot to grab a drink and a bite if you are wanting something a little more casual. When I was here a few days ago Joey was our sever and was as wonderful as ever. Joey brings such a great attitude and bit of fun to every table he works with. I appreciated that he was flexible with us when we needed a check split for a large group and he was also very knowledgeable about the menu and gave awesome suggestions. He's really one of the best and I always feel lucky to be sat at his table. The night my friends and I came for an after party cocktail and bite we hung with the owner Vince for a little bit. He's such a great guy and he cares a lot about the customers experience that I make the extra effort to bring my business here as I appreciate him and his hospitality. My friend even filled me in on how much he supports our local community and even more so of a reason to come now to support. Service has been a 5/5 most recently. For cocktails I appreciate the creativity of their drinks and they are always well executed. This week I tried a new one that had Ube and lime, it was fabulous (sorry I forgot the name). For food my go to will always be sushi. It's just so fresh here and the presentation is always very nice. My go to roll is the slate roll but one day I'll venture out to try something else of theirs. I just love my slate roll and sashimi pieces. Camarillo is lucky to have this restaurant and I'm a long time fan and customer. Service has been great, the food is consistent, and they have an ambiance that is hard to match anywhere else nearby. Thank you Slate!

I visited twice in one week. Ambience is upscale and airy -- nice for a date or special occasion. I ordered the wraps which were lettuce wraps with meatballs and Asian slaw. The first time they were wonderful. The second time the meatballs were dry and overcooked. The Caesar salad was unique with tender kale and a delicious homemade Caesar dressing and topped with a cheese crisp. I really enjoyed the short ribs served with a bourbon sauce, mashed potatoes and crispy kale. The Slate sushi roll was fresh and outstanding. It's my favorite roll here. Breanna served me both times and provided cheerful and accurate service each time.

The food was just so delicious, the tempura Cauliflower, and the Espresso Martini presentation was beautiful. The service was phenomenal, i was very impressed. The ambiance was very classy modern. I will be returning again, I recommend if your in the area. SLATE is a must try and take in the experience. The drink Smokey old man, its pretty neat when served.

Previously had a pleasant dining experience at Slate at their patio on one of the holidays. Ben was a superstar on our last visit. So of course I decided we had to come back. You can make reservations on Open Table. Also, check out their IG page for more current offerings. Teri you're an awesome server, you definitely get a 5/5!! I'm so glad we had you as our server tonight at Slate. Super friendly & fabulous service. My mom definitely enjoyed her Birthday dinner. My party of 5 enjoyed amazing service & devoured all of the food. Thank you for the recommendations as well! Glad to see the newly decor'd dining room. Even though the ambiance during dinner is dark & intimate, it does seem more open & brighter with the classic white, cool color vibe. Definitely a great date night choice. Came to try out the 3 course Menu Offering in October. It was great! From the menu at the time, you got to pick a starter, an entree & dessert. For $39 a person sounds great to me. Oh, & on Wednesdays, they have Prime Rib. Everyone was happy with their choices. I was happy with my drinks. Had a lovely dinner. And to top off my moms birthday! The Dodgers Won the World Series!! :D

Loved this spot for our first time! Came in on a Thursday night to celebrate a birthday. The ambience is perfect for a semi fancy place! They had live music. Just wish it was not as loud so it's easier to talk. Food was good for the most part. We enjoyed the spinach artichoke dip over the jalapeño Mac and cheese but still both are solid choices. Their chips are so fresh as they make it there. I tried the shrimp and steak special and my husband had the filet minion. We loved both! The shrimp was so flavorful and the steak was seasoned with pepper which was wonderful. Their mashed potatoes are yummy too. It came with a garlic seasoned beans. Tasted great but wish it was cooked a bit more for our liking. The service was excellent. Our sever was attentive. She made a mistake on the order as we did change our mind about the apps. However she came back to apologize and gave it to us still. That's the good customer service. Overall a great experience and hope to come back again soon!

Came by for an dinner a while back for a casual date night. It was pretty quite but a musician was setting up shortly after we walked in. We were seated in a cozy corner which was perfect. I had been wanting to try the sushi here as I heard it is fairly popular. But first i started with a drink. The bad and boujee was super good. My husband got a mocktail. We ordered the peach burrata salad and tempura cauliflower as starters and 2 sushi rolls for the main. Unfortunately there was a little mixup with the order and the cauliflower didn't arrive until after our sushi. The server was apologetic and overall it wasn't a big deal since it all came out fairly close together. The sushi rolls were ok, but the real star for me was the cauliflower. We devoured it so quickly after taking the picture. Choosing a dessert was difficult as the options that night all sounded amazing. In the end I chose the coffee creme brulee. I hope it is a regular item or if not that they bring it back sometimes because it was so yummy! The coffee with the blueberries is one of my favorite flavor combos. Maybe next time we will try the dinner for two or the steak options and hopefully the desserts are as good as this visit.

I grew up in Camarillo but have since moved away. Since my move, Slate came into town! Now for the past couple of years when my boyfriend and I come to visit my family, we've gone to Slate for a couple of drinks after dinner. The ambiance is cool & calm nightclub vibes. The bartenders are always kind & know how to make a mean cocktail! The presentation is what gets us every time. 10/10 can't wait to visit again!

Such a wonderful dinner! Slate was able to accommodate a party of 17 on a Saturday night and the service (Bree) and food was phenomenal! I had a super tender hanger steak, with delicious garlic green beans and even better Boursin mashed potatoes. Their dinner rolls were hot and pillow soft - dangerously good. I had the firecracker roll and it was fresh and perfectly spicy. Their cocktails don't miss either. Strong, aesthetically pleasing and tasty.

Picked Slate for a Wednesday Girl's Night and seriously considering becoming a regular! We had reservations for 5:30 and we were promptly seated in a booth near the bar. Our server was attentive and so friendly, giving us plenty of time to make decisions about drinks and food and offering recommendations as needed. We ordered the watermelon margarita (one spicy, one regular), green skyes and the naked and famous. All of the drinks were so beautiful and flavors were spot on. For food, we ordered several appetizers - red dragon roll, tempura cauliflower and the wraps. Plating was gorgeous, everything tasted amazing and sushi was so fresh. Every single person we interacted with at Slate was keenly focused on making sure we had everything we needed and were enjoying our experience. 10/10 all around and can't wait to go back!

Met some of my girls here . Beautiful restaurant. Great drinks !! I had a marg and I really enjoyed it! They have a happy hour as well ! Service was a bit slow though not busy . Our server didn't really check on us . No other staff either. No biggie this time as we were just chilling and enjoying each others' company. I'd be back. I had been here before and hadn't reviewed. I'll be back. Great spot for date night of girls night out . Plenty of parking .

Came here for a super late dinner with a friend. We did the two for one 4 course meal and wow it was so delicious. We chose ceasar salad, sushi, salmon and filet minion, and crème burle. It also came with a glass or champagne for each. The food was very delicious and we got lucky to see an amazing musician perform right in front of us. The server was also very nice and honestly we had a blast.

I thought I had Valentine's Day dinner reservations done. The restaurant called me today, 1 week before Valentine's Day and formed me they will be closed. I can't find an alternative this close to Valentine's Day unless I want to eat at 9PM. I really think they could have informed me sooner. I'm so disappointed. It's one of the nicest places to go but this is terrible customer service.

Slate is our go-to spot! I've been for a girls' night and a date night--both times were fantastic. We loved the tempura cauliflower, Red Dragon roll, and wraps. Every cocktail we tried was delicious. On date night, my husband and I shared the Dinner for Two with a tomahawk steak, mashed potatoes, roasted Shishito peppers, dessert, and champagne--everything was perfect. Great happy hour, amazing appetizers, attentive service, and a beautiful ambiance (especially with live music). Highly recommend!

My friend took me for my birthday to this place. We had the prime rib and rib eye. Both of our main courses and cocktails were delicious. The atmosphere was nice and the service was great. I truly enjoyed my dining here and will return someday soon!

Came in with 2 couples for my friends birthday and had a great experience! To start off the decor and the overall vibes of this restaurant are wonderful! We went in eli t get some cocktails and apps on happy hour and wow they had a fantastic happy hour!! Discounts on sushi, apps, and cocktails!! We got so excited we ordered so many! I was hungry so unfortunately I didn't take pictures of every single item we got! The sushi was so fresh and all of the sauces paired so beautifully with them. The hamachi was my personal favorite! I got the DIVA cocktail which had a pomegranate foam and I loved it! The service was great, the server did seem a bit overwhelmed, we noticed he did have over 8 tables and they were widely spread out. Caleb and Mike both went above and beyond in making sure we always had everything we could possibly need and they were both so funny and sweet and made our experience so wonderful!! Anytime we finished a plate Caleb cleared it immediately! Mike also made sure we had fresh side plates when we switched between seafood and apps. I couldn't believe we all got so filled up by the apps and sushi that we didn't try any steaks! Twist my arm- Guess we just have to go back, looking forward to seeing the lovely staff and enjoying cocktails and great food!

SLATE is amazing! I love the ambiance and the lighting and the attention to detail. Exceptional wait service - our server Joey was the right amount of attentive, funny, irreverent and respectful. I forgot to take a picture of the drink on the menu- and it's not listed online-- it's pisco with hibiscus and rose water, lemon and egg whites and was so perfectly balanced and delicious. The New York Strip was flawlessly cooked, and even more perfectly seasoned, even though it was a little more gristly at the edges than I would have liked. I appreciated the pinch of kosher salt and fresh ground pepper in the plate for me to adjust the meat to my palate. The garlic green beans were garlicky, with the right amount of crisp. The double garlic mash was meh. The menu says it comes with my choice of sauce - I wasn't given a choice but really liked the peppercorn. Not sure what the other one was, but if it was the truffle demi glaze - it sure didn't taste like that at all. No mind- the steak needed no sauce. The pork chop came with beautiful, perfect to bite and well seasoned grilled vegetables and a butter maple bourbon glaze. Sauce was delicious - meat was a bit on the dry side. Atlantic salmon came on a bed of primavera brown rice with a lemon herb butter sauce and pico de gallo. I didn't eat it, but my friend said it was delicious. The flavor profile is a bit confusing- lemon butter and pico de gallo-- not something you'd usually pair together - but hey- apparently it works. The sushi presentation was very pretty and was devoured! Not something I ate either - but my friend said it's his go to place for sushi - and he's particular - so I'll take his word for it!! The beignets- oh my the beignets. I've had beignets in New Orleans, and I'll take these ones every day of the week. They were light, crispy and chewy with just the right amount of sweet. No ice cream or other trappings necessary. These delectable bites of divine dessert stand up well by themselves.

This is a regular place in my rotations for dinner. I started off with the Who's your Caddy cocktail. It's a little pricey at $35, but well worth it because they use Clase Azul tequila as the base. Food is always great. I had the Lobster Tail roll. It's a pretty substantial entree on its own because it comes with both sushi and cooked pieces lobster. I could have probably eaten this as a stand alone entree. Wednesday's are my favorite day to stop by because they have a Prime Rib special. It was cooked to perfection! Comes with a side of au jus and horseradish cream. I sat at the bar, which can be a hit or miss. The bartender seemed to be more interested in flirting with a regular rather than being attentive to the other patrons. I deducted 1 star for this reason. Ambiance is great if you come during off hours. But it can get pretty loud on the weekends Overall, I'm sure I'll be back to try more menu items!

IF YOU EAT HERE YOU LIKE EATING HOSPITAL FOOD . so basic and overpriced ugh . cooks looks so gross in their dirty tshirts , food was cold like the bartender who thinks he knows anything. if you like anything of color dont come here . so yea all basic people of camarillo love this place as you can clearly see in the reviews. happy there is only one of these weak spots in the county

Slate Bistro was fantastic! We enjoyed all the food and beverages tonight. In addition, our server Breanna was so friendly and on top of every detail. She made our meal smooth and enjoyable. We'll definitely be back because of her great service.

Celebrating a special birthday and wanted a "nicer" restaurant with a heated outdoor patio. Slate fit the bill. A few other brave souls were on the semi-enclosed patio on this chilly night. The manager found us a table close to a heater. Maritza was at our table to get our drink orders soon after we were seated. Service was outstanding throughout the night. We started the meal by sharing a wedge salad ($14). Nice presentation with lots of bacon and bleu cheese. Really good dish. Based on the reviews, I ordered the vegetable risotto ($24) for my entree. It did not disappoint, one of the best risotto dishes I have ever had. I added seared ahi ($16). Excellent addition! My wife got the grilled Chardonnay chicken ($25). Also excellent. Because it was a birthday, they brought me a creme brûlée. Delish.

Came here to celebrating my birthday. It was recommended by the lovely moms of Camarillo on DB. The vibes are very romantic and more "upscale". We ordered 4 drinks and they were very strong but so delicious. My martini had CBD in it so it gave it an extra umph!! Ok also, the calamari is very delicious. It came with a dipping sauce that was more on the spicy end but still very mouth watering. I ordered the charddonay chicken. Ehh I give it a 6 out of 10. It wasn't too flavorful for me. It was lacking something. My husband ordered steak and the meat just melted in my mouth! I'd take that over the chicken. The service was also quick and our waiter was very attentive to our needs. Our meal was about 200. So you will spend a pretty penny but I would say it was 100% worth it

Always enjoy dining here whether its just for drinks and appetizers or dinner. Service is always great, theyre always so friendly and attentive. Its a perfect spot for date night and their ambience is very elegant. Top favorite place.

We had high hopes for this place, especially since we live in Camarillo and were looking forward to supporting a local spot. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing from start to finish. It took an entire hour for our table to receive just four rolls and sliders. Around us, other tables were also waiting, clearly frustrated and looking for their servers. When the food finally arrived, it didn't match the price point. We paid $29 for one roll, only to find the rice hard and some of the avocado overripe. We don't mind paying for quality, but this simply wasn't it. The staff seemed overwhelmed and understaffed, which likely contributed to the slow service, but that doesn't excuse the quality issues. Overall, this was a letdown--both in service and food--and not the dining experience we had hoped for.

Ok Slate, I see you! I recently moved only about 10 minutes away from Slate and have been wanting to try it ever since I went to an Elite event for Slate's owners newest restaurant, Modern Kitchen, in Westlake. I went in once just for a drink but this time I actually ordered some food as well. And let me just say - I'm so glad I came! This hidden gem offers happy hour EVERY DAY from 4-6, so you can enjoy their delicious menu at a discount Monday-Sunday. I will say, it's not the cheapest restaurant around, but the quality is definitely there. It's worth it! (Especially with happy hour prices). I sat at the bar and the bartender, Grace, is the best. We chatted a bit and she was super helpful and attentive. I got a few different things which were all super delicious. My two drinks I tried were the spicy pineapple margarita and the Head on a Swivel. 10/10 presentation for both, but the spicy pineapple margarita was definitely more up my alley. So good. For food, I got the Summer Roll and the Korean BBQ cauliflower. The sushi was delish and also had beautiful presentation as well. (All rolls $2 off during HH!) Grace recommended the cauliflower to me, and I'm so glad she did - omg, it was sooo much better than I even imagined it would be! It's also quite a large serving you could eat as a meal on its own. Bonus - the to-go containers are the nice kind that you can re-use again! Something small that I appreciated, lol. I'll definitely be back here to try more. Such a good spot for a date night, girl's night, or solo night such as I enjoyed :)

Let me start off with saying if you're not prepared to drop a pretty penny for food and drinks don't go here. Our bill for 3 people was a little short of $500 but well worth every penny. We came to celebrate my husband's birthday and he had the tomahawk. It was cooked to perfection! My steak and lobster was also amazing! The manager was absolutely phenomenal and really made the experience that much better for us. She brought us shots and even complimentary champagne. The piano man had the best voice ever. We have the whole restaurant singing Africa by Toto! We will definitely be back.

pretty good food and drinks. the place is cute inside but there was something slightly lacking. It was good but nothing designates wirh me that made me say "I have to go back for there _____." I will defiantly check it out again eventually and hope to find that things that makes me want to return again and again.

We came here for my nephews birthday and was looking forward to a nice sit down dinner not far from home. First the service was great from our waiter to the constant bus service collecting and replacing plates. The cocktail list was impressive and complex including the signature Smoke and Mirrors which was a show in itself with regards to presentation alone. I also enjoyed the decour which was dark and moody like a upper scale restaurant should aspire to be. A couple of things really were bummers First there is an extensive sushi menu but they one sushi chef who was off for the holiday and so.. no sushi... The food is relatively expensive so I figured whatever was on the menu was going to be excellent. It was good but was largely under seasoned and over cooked. All of the fish dishes were dry, and the burger I had which was medium rare but also dry like every but of juice had been pressed out. The risotto was undercooked, south of al dente where it gets stuck in your teeth. Minor other picky things but the real disappointment was the creme brulee which had a quarter inch of sugar on top and burnt. I believe they need more staff. The bus service was awesome but I noticed only two guys in the kitchen and I bet they were backed up. All in all a good time and has a good opportunity to make a few small changes to up their game.

Not sure why I waited so long to try this place. What a beautiful and elegant venue. Love the decor and the way the vibe feels here. The menu is great and the drinks are fun and whimsical. We decided to try the 4 course meal for 2 that comes with two glasses of champagne. We choose the clam chowder for the first course. Very creamy and hearty. Well seasoned and delicious. Next we shared the tempura cauliflower. I personally don't like cauliflower but figured I'd try it. Wow, I ate half of it. It was absolutely delicious and flavorful. This says a lot considering I absolutely don't like cauliflower. Next we shared the 32oz Tomahawk steak (Unga bunga)! Nicely seasoned and delicious. Cooked nicely and really was worth the price. Tomahawk came with mashed potatoes and tempura broccoli. You get 4 different dipping sauces and a mixture of sea salt and pepper. Finally we had the champagne with a butter cake. One of three dessert options to end the meal. The butter cake was amazing just by itself, but you also get some vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, and berries. Combine everything and you have heaven on a plate. I would recommend the business to try making it's own whip cream as that would elevate the dish further. Anyhoo, the night was fantastic and we enjoyed everything we tried and couldn't ask for a better experience. Thank you Slate for a lovely evening!

Teri our server was great! came for the summer menu, $55 for a three course meal with a glass of wine. Great value, and the Hangar steak was fantastic. So many fun and yummy drinks to choose from. There was live music inside, which was nice, although a little loud. We sat outside and it was perfect. We will be back!

This place is fancy! Good thing we came for a friend's birthday party and didn't have to dress up or else I would have felt underdressed! I didn't know you could setup for an event, so if you're thinking of something for a special occasion, this is the place to go! Since this was a special event, the service was exceptional! Snow and another waitress did a fantastic job on getting everyone what they need and did it quick too! For the event, I liked how they started with serving us small finger foods along with drinks, then the main course, and last served us with dessert. It all tasted delicious! The salmon was seasoned well with a nice crunch to the sink, along with garlic-roasted risotto, and very well steamed veggies. My fiancee had the New York strip with mashed potatoes and a side of veggies as well. We asked for it to be cooked medium and came out perfect! Pretty much melted in your mouth and tasted very tender. Overall, great experience! I would have never thought to come to a place like this buy I will definitely come back if I need to for any special occasions!

what an amazing place for dinner! the service was excellent and the food was absolutely delicious. our appetizer it was excellent lightly breaded & tender calamari w/ jalapeños , red onion, grilled lemon, calabrian chile aïoli chardonnay chicken grilled or crispy chicken breast, garlic infused buttery sl8 rainbow roll 2 albacore, ahi tuna, yellowtail, king salmon, krabmeat, cucumber, avocado, ponzu, spicy yuzu kosho & an order of yellow tail sashimi seared scallops served with parsnip purée, sautéed heirloom carrots, petite mixed salad, and crispy parsnips theburger chuck & brisket blend patty, butterleaf lettuce, tomato, red onion, smoked cheddar, calabrian chile aïoli, fries the setting is very modern with an open kitchen and a large bar. they have a large wine lust several types of beers and an excellent mixed drink menu. special shout out to teri & the crew for an amazing evening!

The best dinner spot in Ventura County!!! Great service and the staff really make a point to get to know you. We feel like regulars. Ambiance is great for date night or a night out with the boys. So glad we have a place like this in Camarillo.

One of my favorite places in town! Feels like your transformed to a hip chic destination, their happy hour is phenomenal and the food is delicious everything I order is good, today had a good little variety and the espresso martini was on point, service is always good and the vibes are hip but chill

My friend and I went on friday here and had such an amazing time! the food was absolutely delicious Michelle our server recommended, we started with slate roll and the firecracker roll, highly recommend 10/10 the customer service from Michelle was just as impressive. we tried the grilled pork chop and tomahawks steak and both were packed with flavor and so good we'll definitely be coming back again soon!

Friday night date night could not have gone better! First off the atmosphere and ambience is so nice in this off the freeway location. We chose the dinner for two to make it easier to decide from the large selection and variety on the menu. Everything we ordered was outstanding. Our server was Breanna who was so professional and welcoming to us. She obviously knows what she is doing and her recommendations were top notch! We will absolutely return to Slate along with recommending to our friends. Heads up for great non intrusive service ask for Breanna's section upon making reservations.

There are a lot of great things about this place. The fish in the rolls/sashimi is very fresh and high quality. Well worth the higher end prices. I've found most of the other non-sushi dishes to be good, but the steaks a little underwhelming. Servers here are incredibly friendly, but on our last experience the one who started our table had to leave to go on break or something, and our substitute may have forgotten about us. I've never ordered a cocktail here that came out within 10 minutes, and have gone as long as 20 minutes before, seems strange but they usually are pretty good, made with lots of love I suppose. Love the interior design but for a romantic upscale spot, it's very bright no matter how late in the evening you're dining. Get the churro beignets, they are awesome.

We went to slate for our anniversary dinner. We had a five course meal for two. Normally, we do not do he fixed menu and order from the menu. However, the options for the dinner for two were great. I had a Caesar salad and my wife had the wedge salad. Both were great. We had the fillet which was done to perfection and the chicken dish, which was also outstanding. We had lava cake for dessert and it was made with rich dark chocolate and very enjoyable. The dinner also came with two glasses of champagne.

Happy hour is where it's at here. The food is so delicious, and they have a great happy hour menu with a good variety of their food and drink to try. Everyone I had talked to recommended the pineapple margarita, and it did not disappoint. Great pineapple flavor while still holding true to a margarita. Really enjoyed the Sl8 sliders and crab & tuna tostadas. I was somewhat surprised by the variety of offerings and that they were able to hit each one perfectly. If you go on Wednesdays, they also have a great prime rib special. For $36, you get a decent slab of prime rib with mashed potatoes and green beans. The prime rib was super juicy, and the mashed potatoes very creamy. Such a good deal for such a good meal! The restaurant is very sleek and lively. It just puts you in a good mood being here. They also have beautiful outdoor seating that is super comfy. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and parking is super easy in the lot right outside.

Our Saturday night at this steak and sushi spot was incredible--and Breanna made it unforgettable. From the moment we sat down, she set the tone with her warm, upbeat energy and flawless service. She took the time to walk us through the menu and recommended the perfect drinks to go with our meal (seriously, they were amazing!). We will definitely be back!

My friends and I visited for "Ladies Night". Fun ambiance and we had a good time. Some of our food was outstanding and some (risotto, tacos) was cold and not great. The drinks were amazing! We had a problem dividing up the check at the end and miscommunication from the hostess on drinks being happy hour all night but not all things on the happy hour menu we were given were all night. We got quite frustrated to be honest but the manager (I believe it was Ashley) came out and made us happy campers. We will try again for sure.

First timers on a Friday night and we ordered the slate roll, hamashi sashimi, pork chop and the Chardonnay chicken which were all cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. To finish, we had the beignets.. wish were amazing! Our server Breanna answered all the questions we had and was very attentive. Will be recommending to others!

First time trying this place out with a group of friends. Everyone got their food minus two of us. Brianna our waitress wasn't that great. Bad customer service. I was promised a gift card by the so called bar manager and nothing. Don't promise something you can't keep.

Have been to this beautiful location a few times for girl dates, events and birthday celebrations and it never disappoints. The service, food and drinks are amazing. I will continue coming to this location.

The food and service were excellent! The prices are equivalent to other fancy steakhouses but Slate is more than just a steakhouse. Their Slate Roll was one of the best sushi rolls we ever had. We ordered the tomahawk steak, ribeye steak, stroganoff and Chardonnay chicken and all were excellent. Most high end steakhouses don't offer steak sauce at their restaurants so I was surprised that Slate qoffered 4 different kinds. We tried all 4 flavors but my favorite was the Steakhouse sauce and the mushroom bordelaise. They are a must try. Our waiter was great (sorry but forgot his name) and was very attentive for our large party of 14. I would definitely come back to Slate Bistro again!

Food: 11/10 Service:10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 This is the best restaurant in Camarillo, hands down. Sushi is phenomenal and everything else doesn't miss. Also the bartenders are all great mixologists, lead bartender is a genius.

Okay, it's time to give SLATE the full credit it deserves. We ended up here again because my husband was craving sushi...and I was craving anything else. Although the prices are a little high even during Happy Hour, it's worth it for the experience with the drinks. My husband ordered a Smokey Old Man, which came in a cool, small treasure like box of smoke that the waiter lifted the drink out of. He also ordered the Scene Steeler, which was...let's just say you get a small show. You never know which drink is going to come with extra flair or not. We definitely have to try whatever drinks we haven't tried before when we go back l! My favorite drink was the "Diva." It was a fruity, delicious drink that went down easy. My favorite drink with presentation has been the "Scene Steeler" so far. This restaurant is definitely a not-so hidden treasure as it was packed on a Saturday night. It has a variety of food for everyone and top notch, quality drinks. Plus, the service has been nothing short of excellent. My water glass was always full, dishes cleared away as we finished our food, and our waiter was always checking in on us although he had, like, hundreds of other tables to check in on. I think his name was Darryl by the way, so thanks for the wonderful service! I wish we could go here every weekend, but alas we didn't win the Powerball. Thanks SLATE for providing a fantastic date night experience!

Went for happy hour and had sushi which was amazing and presentation was beautiful and tasty as well