Banzai Marina

Super excellent! Would return at any time!

One of my favorite sushi spots in Ventura. More on the traditional side, and very good quality sushi. They seem to have forgotten our order, but we're quick in getting the sushi out once they realized. All in all it's a solid place to go downtown.

I love this place. I have traveled the world from Japan, China, Australia, England, Italy, France, Germany, Austria, Philippines, USA, Europe, Russia, and many islands on both business trips and pleasure trips... And was surprised that many places had Japanese restaurants. This Banzai Marina Japanese restaurant is my favorite place I am an actress and need to be healthy and happy at all times. Sincerely Connie Hunter

One of the worst dining experiences I've had. The food options were questionable at best (e.g. clam miso soup? Teriyaki sauce on an eel cut roll? Egg plant tempura?). The food was low quality and under prepared. The service was non-existent. It took 20 minutes and 4 asks to get a glass of water. I left an extra star for the busser, who was the only attentive staff. Don't waste your money. I would not recommend eating here - do better.

Our party had a wonderful evening here tonight.

Hands down one of the best sushi restaurants I’ve been to. My boyfriend and I have been on the road traveling for 8months across the US and haven’t treated ourselves in a while. We saw this restaurant while walking around the area a few days prior and it had this vibe that we knew we wanted to go back to. We called ahead and made a reservation for outside since we had our pup with us. They were super welcoming to having our pup on the patio with us. They even set out a doggie bed, provided her with a water bowl with cold water, and a small jar of treats on the table for her. I mean how sweet and accommodating is that to our pupper?! Seriously the nicest thing any restaurant we’ve been to has done. The sushi was phenomenal. The tuna and salmon skin we had was extremely fresh, out of this world delicious and the carrot ginger soup was soo good too. The owner came out and greeted us and asked if we wanted a heater but it was so lovely out we did not need one, but was so very kind to ask. Again very accommodating!! Staff was super friendly and the atmosphere was great. We had such a lovely time and felt so very well taken care of and left with full bellies and happy smiles. Highly recommend!! Love loved our experience here! Can’t say enough good things :D

Amazing food and service!

Quick Summary Great food, great prices, and great service. Their lunch specials and happy hours are fantastic. Easy parking at the parking structure. Best sushi spot in downtown Ventura. Food- 5 stars Their weekday lunch specials at 12.99 keeps me coming back. The sushi is fresh, portions are good, and the value is splendid. I recommend the fried oysters as well. Pacing was perfect as well to fit into the lunch hour. Happy hour is fantastic as well! Service- 5 stars Our servers were fantastic. Very attentitve without being overbearing. Bottom Line Banzai Marina checks every box: great food, service, and value. It is one of my favorites in downtown Ventura