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Monday 11:30am - 9:30pm Tuesday 11:30am - 9pm Wednesday 11:30am - 9pm Thursday 11:30am - 9:30pm Friday 11:30am - 9:30pm Saturday 5:30pm - 9:30pm

Cafe Zack

Name: Cafe Zack
Address: 1095 E Thompson Boulevard, Ventura, CA, 93001, US
Telephone: +1 805-643-9445
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.9

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05/12/2026

🍷 Join us for an unforgettable evening at Cafe Zack as we welcome Bodega de Edgar for a special Paso Robles Wine Dinner ✨

Enjoy five thoughtfully paired courses alongside beautifully crafted wines from Paso Robles 🍇

🥂 2025 Albariño
🦀 Alaskan King Crab Cakes
mixed baby greens • citrus aioli • chili oil

🌹 2025 Rosé
🍅 Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad
goat cheese • basil • olive oil

🍷 2021 Tempranillo
🍔 Lamb & Smoked Gouda Sliders
mint aioli

🥩 2022 Priorato Red Blend
New York Strip Steak
rosemary-parmesan chipotle chili compound butter

🍫 2022 El Cabrhone Red Blend
Chocolate Mousse

📅 Thursday, May 28th
⏰ 6:30 PM
💵 $110 per person
📞 Reservations required by May 26th — call (805) 643-9445

An evening of great wine, incredible food, and good company awaits 🍷✨

04/18/2026

An evening of elegance, thoughtfully paired 🍷✨

Join us on April 30th for a special wine dinner in collaboration with Talley Vineyards, featuring a beautifully curated multi-course experience:

🍇 2025 Rosé of Grenache (Arroyo Grande)Fresh figs & Prosciutto di Parma with basil, pine nuts & olive oil

🍷 2023 Estate Chardonnay (San Luis Obispo)Creamy roasted butternut squash soup

🍷 2023 Estate Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande)Les Champignons de Provence — portobello & shiitake mushrooms sautéed in black truffle oil, garlic butter & herbs de Provence over soft polenta

🍷 2023 Don’s Legacy Blend (Grenache + Syrah, Arroyo Grande)Choice beef filet mignon au poivre with a brandy crème sauce

🍷 2022 Estate Syrah (Arroyo Grande)Flourless chocolate cake

Each course is thoughtfully designed to highlight the character of these exceptional wines.

Limited seating available — reserve your spot today.

📅 April 30th🕡 6:30 PM📞 (805) 643-9445💵 $100 per person

We look forward to hosting you 🍇

04/13/2026

The rain is over, the sun is out — come join us on the patio☀️🍹
Perfect weather, great food, and even better company await.
Grab your seat outside and soak up the sunshine with us. 🌿✨

03/30/2026

Seats are filling up fast, but we’ve still got a few spots left for our upcoming Carr Winery Wine Dinner 🍷✨

Join us for an incredible evening of thoughtfully paired wines and beautifully crafted dishes—from Alaskan king crab to roasted rack of lamb, all the way to a perfectly sweet finish. It’s going to be one of those nights you don’t want to miss.

Grab your seat while you still can—call us at (805) 643-9445 to reserve 📞

We can’t wait to share this experience with you 🥂

03/19/2026

Sometimes the best seat in the house is outside.
Watching the shake, hearing the rhythm, waiting for that first sip.
Come beat the heat with us and a cocktail in hand. ☀️🍸

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03/16/2026

🍷 Join us for a special evening with Carr Vineyards & Winery at Cafe Zack for an unforgettable wine dinner on Thursday, April 2nd at 6:30 PM.

Chef’s multi-course menu paired with exceptional wines from Santa Barbara County:

🦀 Alaskan King Crab Cake
paired with 2023 Grenache Rosé — Los Olivos District, Santa Barbara

🍎 Apple & Goat Cheese Salad
fresh apples, goat cheese, walnuts, dried cranberries, honey vinaigrette
paired with 2024 Sauvignon Blanc — Los Olivos District, Santa Barbara

🐖 Medallions of Pork Tenderloin
porcini mushrooms, sherry port wine crème reduction
paired with 2023 Pinot Noir — Santa Rita Hills

🐑 Roasted Rack of Lamb
rosemary & garlic marinade, extra virgin olive oil
paired with 2022 Cabernet Franc — Santa Ynez Valley

🥧 Pear & Almond Tart
apricot glaze
paired with 2019 Late Harvest Viognier — Santa Ynez Valley

$100 per person.
Reservations required by March 31st.

Call us at (805)643-9445 to reserve your seat. 🍷

02/09/2026

An elevated evening of wine & cuisine awaits 🍇
Join us for a special Old Creek Ranch & Winery Wine Dinner on Thursday, February 26th at 6:30 PM, featuring five beautifully paired courses highlighting the Central Coast and Ojai Valley.

🍷 The Menu

🥂 2024 Sauvignon Blanc (Ventura County Estate)
Italian Summer Garden Salad
Baby greens with Parma prosciutto, heirloom tomato, fresh mozzarella, and an extra-virgin olive oil honey dressing—bright, fresh, and perfectly balanced.

🍾 2022 White Wine (Santa Ynez)
Creamy Clam Chowder
Rich and comforting, layered with delicate coastal flavors that complement the wine’s soft minerality.

🍷 2022 Gamay Noir (Santa Barbara County)
Maple Leaf Farm Duck Breast
Pan-seared duck breast served over mashed potatoes, finished with a medley of mixed berries and a port wine reduction.

🍷 2022 El Camino Red Blend (Central Coast)
Demi-Glazed Heritage Pork Ribs
Tender, slow-cooked pork ribs brushed with barbecue demi-glaze, served alongside crisp house-made coleslaw.

🍷 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles)
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Decadent and indulgent, the perfect finish to pair with bold Paso Robles Cabernet.

✨ $100 per person (tax included, gratuity not included)
📅 Reservations by February 24th
📞 Call (805) 643-9445 to reserve

Seats are limited—join us for a night of unforgettable pairings 🍷🤍

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02/06/2026

Through my eyes, behind the bar.
🔥 The Desert Eagle 🔥
Bacanora meets Campari with lime & pineapple gum, served over a big rock.
Smooth. Powerful. Dangerous in the best way.
Available as our cocktail special this weekend 🦅🍹

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02/04/2026

Fresh, flavorful, and full of color! Our halibut tacos are topped with crisp cabbage, fresh pico de gallo, and a creamy drizzle, served with a side of mixed greens and a lemon wedge for that perfect zest. Join us for lunch and enjoy this delicious plate on our vibrant patio! (or any day!) #805 cocktails goodfood visitventura martini dinewithus supportsmallbusinesses dinner margartia finedining foodie eatlocal socal wine weekend

01/26/2026

💕 Love is in the air at Cafe Zack 💕

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating TWICE — because one night just isn’t enough. ✨
Join us for two nights of love with our special Valentine’s prix fixe menu on:
❤️ Friday, February 13th
❤️ Saturday, February 14th

🍝 First Course
Heart-Shaped Quattro Formaggi Ravioli
Ricotta, Emmental, Gorgonzola & aged Provolone
with roasted garlic sun-dried tomato crème sauce

🥣 Second Course (Choice of)
• Crème of Asparagus Soup
• Valentine’s Day Salad
Baby spinach, fresh strawberries, caramelized walnuts, chèvre cheese & strawberry honey vinaigrette

🍽 Main Course (Choice of)
• 8 oz. Filet Mignon
Sauce béarnaise, porcini mushroom or tellicherry peppercorn crust
• Pork Osso Buco
Slow oven-roasted with rosemary, vegetable demi-glace over soft polenta
• Roasted Half Chicken
Yukon Gold baby potatoes & seasonal vegetables
• Fresh Chilean Seabass
Truffle mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables & chimichurri sauce
(Vegetarian option available upon request)

🍰 Dessert (Choice of)
• Mini Red Velvet Cake
• Chocolate Truffle Mousse
Served with coffee or tea

💌 $100 per person (tax included, gratuity not included)
🕯 6 seatings each night:
5:00 | 5:30 | 6:00 | 7:00 | 7:30 | 8:00

Two nights. One unforgettable menu.
Because Valentine’s Day should be savored — not rushed 💖

📞 Reservations recommended: (805) 643-9445

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01/16/2026

🍍🔥 Cocktail of the Day: La Chula
Juicy pineapple and fresh lime balanced with agave nectar, Aperol’s gentle bitterness, and a bold blend of mezcal and tequila. Bright, smoky, and perfectly refreshing for a warm, sunny weekend. ✨☀️

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01/14/2026

🍸 Cocktail of the Day 🍸

Meet “The Highland Orchard” 🍐✨
A bold Scotch base layered with warm ginger, ripe pear, and a hint of nutmeg, brightened by fresh lemon and topped with lively ginger beer. Comforting, refreshing, and perfectly balanced—this one’s made to sip slowly and savor. 🥃🌿

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01/10/2026

✨ Join us for an intimate and unforgettable evening featuring Cazcanes Tequila ✨
📍 Café Zack | January 29th

🍋 Pink Peppercorn Lemon Drop
Cazcanes No. 7 Blanco
🐟 Alaskan Halibut Ceviche

🍐 Pear Margarita
Cazcanes No. 7 Reposado
🍲 Chicken Tortilla Soup

🍎 Pomegranate Martini
Cazcanes No. 7 Añejo
🌮 Slow Oven Roasted Beef Short Rib Taco

🍏 Apple Old Fashioned
Cazcanes No. 7 Extra Añejo
🍖 Pork Mole Ranchero

🥃 Cazcanes No. 7 Joven (served neat)
🍞 Capirotada (bread pudding)

A night of bold flavors, beautifully paired cocktails, and exceptional tequila craftsmanship.

🕡 6:30 PM
💲 $110 per person
📞 Reservations required: (805) 643-9445

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12/08/2025

✨ New Year’s Eve at Café Zack — A Night of Choices, Flavor, and Celebration ✨

Step into 2026 with a specially crafted menu designed to thrill your palate from the very first bite.

🥂 First Course
Begin the evening with our rich, comforting roasted butternut squash tortellachi in sage brown butter — the perfect warm welcome to the night.

🥗 Second Course — Your Choice
Choose between the vibrant tomato shrimp bisque or our refreshing apple & fromage de chèvre salade with baby greens, goat cheese, fresh apples, walnuts, and dried cranberries in a honey vinaigrette.

🍽 Third Course — Your Entrée
Select the star of your night:
• Duck à l’orange over creamy mashed potatoes
• Ravioli fruiti di mare with lobster, scallops & shrimp in a roasted garlic sun-dried tomato crème
• Alaskan halibut with lemon & caper beurre blanc over tender leeks
• Beef filet mignon with your choice of béarnaise, porcini mushrooms, or peppercorn crust

🍰 Final Course — Dessert Choice
End the celebration with either our beloved Zack’s Pie or a silky crème brûlée, served with coffee or tea.

✨ We’re offering six seatings throughout the evening: 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 7:00, 7:30, and 8:00.
✨ $100 per person, including tax (gratuity not included).

Reservations are highly recommended — this night fills up fast.

11/18/2025

✨ Our Thursday Wine Dinner is officially SOLD OUT! ✨
Thank you all for the incredible response — we are truly grateful.

But great news… we’re opening a SECOND NIGHT!
Join us on Friday, December 5th at 6:30pm for an encore evening with Justin Vineyards & Winery.

Enjoy the same beautifully crafted 5-course pairing menu:

🍇 2023 Sauvignon Blanc — Central Coast
Pan-Seared Scallops served over a vibrant green gazpacho, showcasing bright coastal flavors.

🍇 2023 Chardonnay — Central Coast
A silky, creamy butternut squash soup that complements the wine’s warm, rounded richness.

🍇 2021 Landmark Pinot Noir — Monterey, Sonoma & Santa Barbara
Homemade traditional Italian lasagna layered with seasoned ground beef and pork, slow-baked to perfection.

🍇 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve — Paso Robles
Prime rib eye steak topped with a decadent porcini mushroom crème sauce — bold, savory, and elegant.

🍇 2021 Isosceles — Paso Robles
A luxurious chocolate pot de crème, smooth and indulgent, for a beautifully sweet finish.

$100 per person (tax included).
Seats for the second night will go fast — call to reserve your Friday spot! 🍷✨(805)643-9445

11/17/2025

✨ Join us for an unforgettable Wine Dinner with Justin Vineyards & Winery! ✨
Thursday, December 4th | 6:30pm
Limited seating — reserve by December 2nd.

Experience a beautifully crafted 5-course pairing menu:

🍇 2023 Sauvignon Blanc — Central Coast
Pan-Seared Scallops served over a vibrant green gazpacho, showcasing bright coastal flavors.

🍇 2023 Chardonnay — Central Coast
A silky, creamy butternut squash soup that complements the wine’s warm, rounded richness.

🍇 2021 Landmark Pinot Noir — Monterey, Sonoma & Santa Barbara
Homemade traditional Italian lasagna layered with seasoned ground beef and pork, slow-baked to perfection.

🍇 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve — Paso Robles
Prime rib eye steak topped with a decadent porcini mushroom crème sauce — bold, savory, and elegant.

🍇 2021 Isosceles — Paso Robles
A luxurious chocolate pot de crème, smooth and indulgent, for a beautifully sweet finish.

$100 per person (tax included).
Reserve your spot and join us for an exceptional night of wine, food, and community. 🍷✨

Address

1095 E Thompson Boulevard
Ventura, CA
93001

Opening Hours

Monday	11:30am - 9:30pm
Tuesday	11:30am - 9pm
Wednesday	11:30am - 9pm
Thursday	11:30am - 9:30pm
Friday	11:30am - 9:30pm
Saturday	5:30pm - 9:30pm

Telephone

+1 805-643-9445

Website

http://www.cafezack.com/

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