West Tasting Room

4.8

66 Reviews

$30 and under

Wine Bar

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2 people

Nov 22, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 10 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines
Great for happy hour

A Finalist for Best Wine Tasting in Ventura County by the LA Times, West Tasting Room is a wine bar and light-fare restaurant showcasing boutique wineries throughout the West Coast regions of California, Oregon and Washington. Our wine list rotates weekly as we pour 20+ wines by the glass, offer a build-your-own wine flight experience and pair it all perfectly with charcuterie boards, artisanal pizzas and salads.

Our wine selection varies from natural wines like Pét-Nats to Burgundian-Style Oregon Pinot Noirs to Napa Valley Cabernets and more. Try one of our guests' favorite pizzas like our Burrata, Prosciutto and Honey or our Leek & Ricotta. We offer wine & cheese pairing packages, host monthly Winemaker events, and even teach wine classes led by one of our six sommeliers on staff.

All wines poured by the glass are also available to purchase from our bottle shop. Pizza and charcuterie are also available to-go.

Please note that we are a 21+ over establishment.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Wine Bar, Pizzeria, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(805) 371-4660
Website
http://www.westtastingroom.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We offer at-home, Sommelier-lead wine tastings. Information available on our website.
Private party facilities
Looking to host a private event or celebrate a special occasion? Our wine tasting room has a number of options to choose from including our private tasting room for 12 people or our entire space which accommodates up to 50. Our team will work with you to curate a food and wine menu for your event.
Private party contact
Amy Bates: (805) 371-4660

Location
1867 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
Neighborhood
Thousand Oaks
Cross street
Located on TO Blvd. in Clear Oaks Plaza next to Gardens of the World.
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

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Cheese Board$26.00
(3) artisanal cheeses, dried fruit, nuts, honeycomb, jam, toasts (gluten-free crackers available)
Charcuterie Board$28.00
(2) cheeses, salami, prosciutto, mixed olives, nuts, toasts (gluten-free crackers available)
Burrata Board$19.00
prosciutto di parma, burrata, arugula with olive oil & lemon, toasts (gluten-free crackers available)
Fig & Gorgonzola Flatbread$17.00
fig jam, gorgonzola cheese, crispy prosciutto, rosemary
Small Party "Smorgasboard"$50.00
a bit of everything from our charcuterie boards including cheeses, meats and burrata. (serves 4-6 people)
Large Party "Smorgasboard"$95.00
a bit of everything from our boards including cheeses, meats and burrata. (serves 6-8 people)

Wine Pairings

Wine & Cheese Pairing$35.00
rotating pairing of 3 wines & 3 cheeses by paired by our Sommeliers
Port Wine & Chocolate Pairing$12.00
chocolate port wine with chocolate truffle
House Cheese$15.00
mozzarella, parmesan reggiano, cracked black pepper, fresh oregano

Pizzas

Mushroom, Truffle and Sage$18.00
shiitake mushrooms, fontina cheese, truffle oil, fresh sage
White Pizza with Leek & Ricotta $16.00
mozzarella, garlic olive oil, roasted leeks, ricotta, lemon zest
Spicy Salami$17.00
calabrese salami, mozzarella, chili oil, crushed red pepper, fresh basil
Burrata & Prosciutto$19.00
crispy prosciutto, burrata, orange blossom honey, arugula
Greek Olive, Feta & Onion$17.00
mixed Greek olives, red onion, mozzarella, feta, tomato sauce, fresh oregano

Salads

Black Kale Chopped Caesar$16.00
cavolo nero kale, parmesan reggiano, toasted breadcrumbs, house-made dressing (can be made gluten-free)
Mixed Greens, Pistachios & Cranberries$15.00
mixed greens, gorgonzola cheese, dried cranberries, crushed pistachios, orange viniagrette
Super Simple Arugula Salad$12.00
wild baby arugula, olive oil, lemon

Dessert

Chocolate Olive Oil Cake$10.00
chocolate ganache, crushed pistachios, sea salt (naturally gluten-free)

What 66 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ventura County
Best Overall
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Best Food
Ventura County
Best Service
Ventura County
Best Ambiance
Ventura County
Best Value
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Healthy
Ventura County
Neighborhood gem
Ventura County
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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West Tasting Room offers a delightful blend of "top tier wines" and "great service" in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the "unique tasting events," delicious pizzas, and charcuterie boards. The wine selection is diverse and ever-changing, ensuring a fresh experience every visit. Staff, including owner Amy, are described as "wonderful" and attentive, enhancing every guest's experience.

66 Reviews

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Sheila
San Francisco
15 reviews
vip
2.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
This was our first time going here and being huge wine fans, we were excited to try it. Boy were we disappointed. First of all, upon walking in it's IMPOSSIBLE to hear anyone in this space. It's honestly as loud as a nightclub and it's just a small little strip mall space. I'm guessing it's the acoustics or something but it's intense. The wine list is meh, especially for a place calling itself a "wine tasting" place. Very few wines, nothing great. No one explaining them or excited to introduce you to anything new. The menu is limited but that seems appropriate for what it is. We had a charcuterie plate and one of the salads and the food was fine, though nothing too exciting. But the worse part was the service. Our waitress took our order and basically we never saw her again. Someone else dropped off the food. We were never asked if we needed anything, or if everything was okay. Never. Which seems especially strange since I told her it was our first time there. I had to flag down a busboy to get us more water, twice. And later it seemed she was actually gone as she was nowhere to be seen, so when a man walked by (manager? don't know), I had to ask him for more wine. To top it off, there is a very strong burning smell from their pizza oven that made both of our eyes water and sting from the minute we walked in. Almost like when fires are happening around here and it hurts to be outside. It was very noticeable to both of us and we left with red, stinging eyes. Very subpar. Will not be back, nor would I recommend it.
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EJ
Orange County
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience at West Tasting Room was amazing. Will definitely come back!
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Kirk
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable, prompt. Food is delicious. Wine selection is always interesting, reasonable. I can't get to West often enough.
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Vina
Los Angeles
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Great food and wine variety. Service is horrendous. Waited 30 minutes for a charcuterie board, pizza came 1st although we were told they can only make one pizza at a time due to having only one oven. If you can not staff or have the appropriate equipment Don’t serve food. I will continue to take the drive to Wally’s in SM.
West Tasting RoomResponded on October 28, 2024
Hi Vina, As the Owner, I am truly sorry for the experience you had. We know the exact night you visited us and it was our busiest night ever since being open for three years. We had a huge unexpected rush from an event that was happening across the street and yes, we were honestly unprepared for it service wise. I can 100% assure you that evening was in no way our standard for service as you can read from our 4.9 rating on multiple platforms. I do hope you'll come back and ask to chat with the Owner so we can make sure you receive the quality of service that we pride ourselves on for our guests.
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Phasor
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly, helpful staff. Liked the “build your own wine flight” option, tried wines I hadn’t heard of before. Good food, especially liked the charcuterie board and the olive, feta, onion pizza.
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Kasia
San Francisco
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place, knowledgeable and friendly! Great food and wine!!
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Tim
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time, really enjoyed the wines, but what made the experience great was the service we got from Lindsey. She was awesome! Attended to our every need.
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Sandie
Los Angeles
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at this quaint little wine bar. I had a reservation and was immediately greeted by Amy, the owner. She was gracious, hospitable, and knowledgeable regarding wine selection and food pairing suggestions. All staff were attentive and kind throughout our experience. I’ve already told two more friends about this place, and will be returning. It’s a great place to meet before attending events at BAPAC. Thank you, Amy.
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ChristiR
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love West!!! It’s a favorite stop on a Fun Friday or a Sunday Funday. The staff is always great and friendly!!! The pizza is great and charcuterie is a must!!!
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Ann
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great first experience, celebrating our 37th wedding anniversary. The owner, Amy, greeted us. The service was impeccable and the food was outstanding. There is a plethora of wines to choose from. We will definitely go back to support this local establishment.
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FAQs

West Tasting Room offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 371-4660.

West Tasting Room is rated 4.8 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

West Tasting Room does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 22, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1867 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

Additional information

Cross street
Located on TO Blvd. in Clear Oaks Plaza next to Gardens of the World.
Neighborhood
Thousand Oaks
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Wine Bar, Pizzeria, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.westtastingroom.com/
Phone number
(805) 371-4660
Catering
We offer at-home, Sommelier-lead wine tastings. Information available on our website.
Private party facilities
Looking to host a private event or celebrate a special occasion? Our wine tasting room has a number of options to choose from including our private tasting room for 12 people or our entire space which accommodates up to 50. Our team will work with you to curate a food and wine menu for your event.
Private party contact
Amy Bates: (805) 371-4660

Gift card

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West Tasting Room

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Boards

Cheese Board$26.00

Charcuterie Board$28.00

Burrata Board$19.00

Fig & Gorgonzola Flatbread$17.00

Small Party "Smorgasboard"$50.00

Large Party "Smorgasboard"$95.00

Wine Pairings

Wine & Cheese Pairing$35.00

Port Wine & Chocolate Pairing$12.00

House Cheese$15.00

Pizzas

Mushroom, Truffle and Sage$18.00

White Pizza with Leek & Ricotta $16.00

Spicy Salami$17.00

Burrata & Prosciutto$19.00

Greek Olive, Feta & Onion$17.00

Salads

Black Kale Chopped Caesar$16.00

Mixed Greens, Pistachios & Cranberries$15.00

Super Simple Arugula Salad$12.00

Dessert

Chocolate Olive Oil Cake$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Make a reservation

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