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08/13/2026
Behind every great dinner is a great bar. 🥃🍸
From timeless classics to carefully crafted cocktails, our bar is where the evening begins—and where the good times continue.
Come pull up a seat, grab a drink, and make yourself at home at Cafe Zack. 🍸✨
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07/20/2026
🍷 There’s still time to join us! 🍷
We still have a few seats available for our Ojai Vineyard Wine Dinner on Thursday, July 30th at 6:30 p.m.
Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted five-course dinner, with each course expertly paired with exceptional wines from The Ojai Vineyard. From baked brie with Viognier to slow-roasted short ribs paired with Syrah, it’s a special evening you won’t want to miss.
✨ $110 per person (includes sales tax, gratuity not included)
📞 Reservations required by July 28th
Call us at (805) 643-9445 to reserve your table before we’re full!
We can’t wait to share another unforgettable evening of great food, incredible wines, and wonderful company. 🍷✨
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07/13/2026
🍷 Join us for an unforgettable evening of exceptional wines and thoughtfully crafted cuisine! 🍷
We’re thrilled to welcome The Ojai Vineyard to Cafe Zack for a special 5-course Wine Dinner on Thursday, July 30th at 6:30 p.m.
Experience five incredible wines perfectly paired with Chef’s seasonal creations, including:
🧀 Baked Brie with Apricot Compote
🌽 Sweet Corn & Crab Meat Soup
🐖 Kurobuta Pork Tenderloin Medallions
🥩 New Zealand Beef Short Ribs
🍫 Flourless Chocolate Cake
🍇 Featured Pairings:
• 2024 Viognier – Brick Barn
• 2023 Chardonnay – Rancho Ontiveros
• 2022 Pinot Noir – Fe Ciega Discipulo
• 2024 Syrah – Yellow Foxtrot
• 2022 Syrah – Roll Ranch
📅 Thursday, July 30th
🕡 6:30 p.m.
💲 $110 per person (includes sales tax, gratuity not included)
✨ Seating is limited and these dinners often sell out! Reserve your table by July 28th by calling (805) 643-9445.
We can’t wait to share another memorable evening of outstanding food, remarkable wines, and great company. Cheers! 🍷
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06/12/2026
🍷✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening with Stolpman Vineyards! ✨🍷
We are excited to invite you to a special five-course wine dinner featuring the incredible wines of Stolpman Vineyards, perfectly paired with a menu crafted by Chef Salome. From fresh coastal flavors to rich and decadent finishes, each course has been thoughtfully designed to complement these outstanding Santa Barbara County wines.
🍽️ Thursday, June 25th • 6:30 PM
💲 $100 per person
(Price includes sales tax but not gratuity)
🍷 First Course
2024 Sauvignon Blanc
🥣 Seafood Soup
with coconut milk and lemongrass
🍷 Second Course
2024 Uni (Chardonnay + Roussanne)
🥗 Apple and Salade au Fromage de Chèvre
baby greens with apple, goat cheese, walnuts, dried cranberries, and a Uni honey vinaigrette
🍷 Third Course
2023 Cuadrilla (Syrah, Grenache, Sangiovese, Mourvèdre)
🍖 Pork Ribs
with La Cuadrilla barbecue glaze
🍷 Fourth Course
2023 Grenache
🦆 Grilled Maple Leaf Duck Breast
with mixed berry Port wine reduction
🍷 Fifth Course
2023 Sarah – Ballard Canyon AVA
🍫 Flourless Chocolate Cake
with raspberry coulis
✨ Whether you’re a devoted wine enthusiast or simply looking for a memorable evening out, this is a dinner you won’t want to miss. Gather your friends and join us for a night of exceptional wines, delicious cuisine, and wonderful company.
Reservations are required by June 24th.
📞 805.643.9445
📍 Cafe Zack • 1095 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura
Seats are limited—we look forward to sharing this special evening with you! 🍷🥂
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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. 🍷
Address
1095 E Thompson Boulevard
Ventura, CA
93001
To get to the restaurant on E Thompson Boulevard in Ventura, you can take the bus to the stop near the corner of Thompson and Mills Road. From there, walk north along Thompson for about a block and a half until you reach the restaurant.
If you are driving, take the 101 highway and exit at Thompson Boulevard. Turn east onto Thompson and continue for about half a mile until you reach the restaurant. There is street parking available nearby.
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 |
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Cafe Zack is a new American restaurant located on E Thompson Boulevard in Ventura that offers an exceptional dining experience. The restaurant has gained popularity for its exquisite cuisine and impeccable service. Cafe Zack's Valentine's Day menu is a perfect example of the restaurant's commitment to providing an unforgettable dining experience. The four-course menu features delicious dishes such as Roasted Butternut Squash Sachetti, Apple and Fromage de Chèvre Salade, 8 Oz. Filet Mignon, Ōra King Salmon, Roasted Lamb Shank, and Ricotta Cream Cheesecake. The restaurant also offers six seatings to accommodate everyone's schedule. Cafe Zack's New Year's Eve dinner is another event that showcases the restaurant's dedication to providing a pleasurable experience for its customers. With six seatings available, guests can enjoy their meal at their convenience while ringing in the new year with loved ones. Reservations are highly recommended as space is limited and this evening is guaranteed to sell-out quickly. Cafe Zack is undoubtedly one of the best restaurants in Ventura that offers exceptional food and service that will leave you wanting more.
