The Best Restaurants In Thousand Oaks, California

Serving their delicious tacos on Thousand Oaks Boulevard Thursdays through Sundays, Bad Ass Tacos is a favorite for those diners looking for authentic Mexican street fare. A budget friendly dining option, this venue not only offers tacos in many varieties — including asada, pastor, pollo, lengua and cabeza — but also tortas. There is only outdoor seating, but with the great Southern California weather, it is the perfect option.

Bad Ass Tacos, 2684 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA, USA +1 818 941 4491

Open seven days a week, Chocolatine is a charming venue presenting guests with a taste of France in the Southern California area. Within a light filled space, guests will have access to a delectable selection of sweet and savory edibles, with something to whet anyone’s appetite. A great day might begin with a café au lait accompanied by a chocolate croissant, while the lunch crowd can savor items such as the croque monsieur, the croque veggie, the quiche du jour or the warm goat cheese salad, to name a few.

Chocolatine, 2955 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA, USA +1 805 557 0561

Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant attracts customers with its varied menu, featuring both American-Chinese and authentic Sichuan dishes. A causal venue, Golden Dragon will have something for every diner, as there are not only meat and seafood options but also dishes that are suitable for vegetarians. Begin the meal with an assortment of appetizers, including veggie egg rolls, BBQ spare ribs, and paper-wrapped chicken, before digging into a plate of basil chicken or broccoli and Sichuan sauce. Complement the meal by adding side dishes like veggie fried rice.

Karma Indian Cuisine is a warm, inviting restaurant specializing in aromatic Indian dishes. A lovely interior space, complete with art adorned walls and rich colors, greets customers looking for a variety of comforting, home-style dishes. Choices to note include the Madrasi chicken, which is boneless chicken cooked with coconut, spices, and curry sauce; the lamb korma, featuring boneless, marinated lamb in a spiced creamy sauce with yogurt and nuts; and the khoya paneer, or smashed cheese in a cream sauce.

Marcello Ristorante is a lovely restaurant enticing customers with delicious Italian cuisine created by executive chef Tino Di Marcello. The lunch menu features an array of salads and specialty entrées, while the dinner menu is large with appetizers, pizza, pasta and rice dishes, and entrées with meat or fish. Highlights include house made egg pasta with garlic, tomato, basil and olive oil; the risotto with sausage and tomato sauce; and the salmon filet with sun-dried tomatoes, walnuts and garlic pesto served on a bed of risotto. Desserts, such as cannoli and tiramisu, and wines are also available.

A Thousand Oaks Boulevard venue, Mouthful Eatery prides itself on offering fresh, creative cuisine inspired by, but not limited to, the flavors of Peru. This friendly place showcases the best seasonal ingredients from around the globe. Mouthful creates flavorful options such as ‘la sarita’ sandwich with roasted pork shoulder, sweet potato, pickled red onions and aji amarillo aioli; and the ‘very veggie, veggy good’ sandwich, with roasted portobello, red pepper, zucchini, heirloom tomato, eggplant, sweet onion, artichoke spread, and balsamic drizzle. Various side dishes, salads, and desserts are available along with dinner.

Mouthful Eatery, 2626 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA, USA +1 805 777 9222

Don’t be fooled by the strip mall location; Rhineland Deli is a fantastic German deli, offering some of the best sandwiches around. A cozy venue with a few tables, this deli features a selection of German pantry items, as well. As for the delicious, mouthwatering sandwiches, the menu has hot and cold varieties, many of which are available in small and large sizes. Must try options include the Rhineland special with pastrami and corned beef, piled high with Swiss cheese, house made Thousand Island dressing, and fresh cole slaw; and the meatball sandwich, with provolone.

Aiming to provide ‘freshness, efficiency and value’ in a fast-casual venue, Mary and Maureen Harrigan opened their first Stonefire Grill in the year 2000; the restaurant now has seven locations in the area, including Thousand Oaks. Stonefire Grill offers a host of delectable dishes that will satisfy everyone from carnivorous eaters to vegetarians. Highlights include the pita stuffed with roasted cauliflower, lemon tahini, chopped tomato, green onion, and spicy cilantro-serrano sauce; the tomesto pasta, half of which is covered in pesto and the other half in marinara; and the baby back ribs.

Open every day for dine in or take out, The Thousand Oaks Meat Locker is a true meat lover’s haven. The menu features a variety of sandwiches, including tri-tip, chicken and pulled pork; and platters, such as the 1/2 rack of pork back ribs, chicken breast and beef rib, and the tri-tip and chicken breast combo. All of the sandwiches and platters come with a combo option, which includes a choice of two sides, or à la carte. Complementary side dishes include potato salad, macaroni salad and baked beans.

The Thousand Oaks Meat Locker, 2684 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA, USA +1 805 495 3211