
Brophy Bros.
1559 Spinnaker Dr, Ventura, CA 93001
About Brophy Bros. - steak house in Ventura, California
Local seafood, a clam bar & signature Bloody Marys in a bustling, casual harborside space.
Customer Review Summary
Atmosphere is upbeat and cozy, particularly during the holidays with festive decorations. Service is friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall experience. Seafood dishes are generally well-received, with highlights including fresh seafood pasta and a standout fish sandwich. Fish and chips were flavorful but slightly overcooked, while the unique blackened sea bass received mixed reviews. Generous portions and drink sizes make this spot a great value. The location offers both indoor and outdoor seating, with appealing views of the harbor. Many reviews emphasize the fresh, tasty food and quick service, making it a family favorite. Some reviewers noted issues with initial service delays, but staff were quick to rectify any problems. Overall, Brophy Bros. is praised for its delicious seafood, welcoming atmosphere, and consistent dining experience.
Key Features
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
Carmen R
a Harbor Gem: Festive Vibes and Generous Plates Nestled by the harbor, this spot strikes a balance between cozy and lively, especially during the holiday season. The atmosphere was a solid 4.5, with festive Christmas lights draped all over, creating a warm, inviting vibe. Add to that the friendly and attentive servers, and you're set for a delightful dining experience. The Food Rundown: The seafood pasta was a highlight—fresh and flavorful. The fish and chips, while slightly overcooked, still managed to hold their own. The batter-to-fish ratio was spot on, which is always a tricky balance to nail. The sea bass plate was an interesting experience. I'd give it a 4.5 for execution. The blackened option was a bit unexpected for me. I'm more accustomed to the buttery richness of Chilean sea bass, so that might explain my slight hesitation. Still, it was flaky and well-prepared, just not quite my personal favorite. The fish sandwich? A definite winner. Packed with fish and bursting with flavor, it stood out as one of the best dishes on the table. Drinks and Portions: One thing that stood out was the generosity—both in the food portions and the drink sizes. It’s rare to find a place that doesn’t skimp, and this spot delivered on both fronts. Final Thoughts: If you’re looking for a chill spot with great food, festive vibes, and attentive service, this harbor-side gem is worth a visit. While it might not hit a perfect 5 across the board, the overall experience—flavorful dishes, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere—makes it a memorable dining destination.
Verky
Great food, drinks, and service. You can request bread when you arrive. I got the fish burger and my bf tried the Cioppino. You can sit out on the patio for a view of the harbor. The restaurant is upstairs.
Dan Moore
Always a good time here. Food is always fresh and tasty. The servers are all super sweet and efficient. The location is clean with indoor and covered outdoor seating.
Alex F
Good place we order and ate downstairs at the “on the alley” wich this is a 2-1 restaurant so u can eat upstairs at the Brophys or down stairs at on the alley. Had the fish and chips delicious perfectly cooked with a lot of flavors. And the calamari was definitely a must get and eat. Place is pretty nice and well kept. A lot of great views and upstairs down stair option is nice. And stag was great and the service was fast and good. Definitely a place to go eat and get fish and chips from!! :)
Carter Reiber
Family favorite. It's always a good time here. Great food, and usually has fast service. I suggest eating on the balcony, as it overlooks the harbor.
Kathryn Scalise
Marco to the rescue! We had no waiter and after waiting 20 minutes he came by to ask if our order had been taken. After hearing a resounding no he proceeded to personally take care of us. To the end Great service, great food, and a great place to come to in the Harbor.
Paula Caddy
We walked in at 5:30 pm on Thursday & were seated immediately. Melissa our server was great! I mentioned we were not in a hurry as we're on vacation. After a while, Liam the supervisor came & asked if we'd be willing to move to a Harbor View booth as a large party was coming in later. We were delighted to! The food was amazing! I had clan chowder, citrus grilled salmon, Bob has Ahi Tuna bowl & loved it! Dessert was an amazing Coffee Ice Cream Mudpie, also fantastic! Laura our server at the booth was great too! We're going back for dinner tonight!! 😁😁😁
D.R. LITTLEJOHN
Great place if your in the area, beautiful views, good seafood. The service was real cool and super friendly shot out to Steven our hostess!! Happy hour was reasonable and drinks were good...
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