VEN A COMMUNAL EATERY - Ridgecrest, California

Scott K.

Don't skip. Amazing Nola food. Good vibes. Would recommend.
Update. Came back again for lunch
I had the iL Figo smash burger with the water of day fresh ginger and lemonade.
The burger had wonderful flavor. Balanced goat cheese, fig, and arugula on brioche. Simple but delicious. This is one of the city's crown jewels

Lorin R. S.

The place is stylish and serene, the staff is on the ball, and the food is exceptional with large portions. Strangely enough, my wife commented on how good the water was. Crystal clear ice cubes and water that had zero chemical or stale taste. Obviously, their attention to detail covered all the bases.Truly a unique dining experience. For what I got between good portion, quality and inventiveness the price is on point. I can’t wait to eat here again. Great job, Reese and Ven family.

Hannah C.

I've had food from inside the restaurant, take out and from the truck. Everything tastes amazing and really brings the flavor and heat I've been missing, living in Ridgecrest. Especially with having a gluten allergy. I feel safe eating here and I love that I can eat good food with tons of spices and flavors again.

D J.

I've been waiting for them to open, so when I drove past and saw people inside, I was thrilled! The first time I only had time for takeout, and my food was in my hands within 15 minutes. The second time I dined in, and our food was again out quickly. The pasta was excellent, the burgers were great, I tried a bit of the jerk taco from my friend's plate and that was delicious. I'm looking forward to what will be on the menu next week. I've eaten from their truck when it was featured at Flight Line before and that was great, so I'm excited that they have a brick and mortar I can visit more often!

Phillip C.

This is exactly what I was expecting! the food is delicious. the flavors rest on your pallet. the fries were fresh and seasoned just right. the burger was properly smashed with a spot of lettuce and their special sauce. cheese completely melted, but not making a mess. service was a bit off as it took a bit to get drinks and fries to the table and they took a while to get the check to us, but the atmosphere was calming and modern. The bathrooms are clean and stocked. There are vegan patty options. ginger hibiscus lemonade and ice tea are available, but no liquor... yet? I HIGHLY recommend this place.

Eric H.

Just visited for the first time with my wonderful wife. The menu is small which is actually quite nice considering most of the time menus can be a bit crowded. The staff was very friendly and hospitable, the food was out in under 15 minutes, and was delicious. The IL Fago Burger was phenomenal and, the Bubba burger well my wife doesn't usually care for hamburgers but she loved it. Their fries are very well seasoned. The establishment is very clean and inviting. We will be visiting again soon. Oh and the cheese cake is worth it too!
Hats off to everyone at VEN!!!

Shannon A.

We had the jerk chicken plate and the soul chicken plate. I have two autistic grandbabies and both loved the cabbage, one really liked the fried chicken,one really like the yellow jasmine rice. My son's and I had the jerk chicken plates and it was so delicious and filling. The restaurant is warm and inviting. A Must try!!!

Troy N.

This place is amazing ! So so so impressed ! The owner and the staff are equals , with the very one being so down to earth.

The food was so amazing I recommend the jerk chicken , chicken and waffles! Very tasty! Wish these guys were closer , this would be a spot we would do date night at !