Ideal 11512 North Ventura Avenue, Ojai, CA 93023

"LOVE getting my fresh fish from Ideal Seafood!!!"

"Seems to be a gamble going for lunch here, when it's good, it's great, when it's bad, it's porcelain alter time. I suggest checking what they hand you before leaving, if they feel they can slip you the bad, they will. So tourist and newcomers, you've been warned."

"When going to Ojai, we stop to get fresh seafood at Ideal Seafood. Friendly staff with great customer service. We went with the plan to pick up some oysters and smoked salmon. The friendly gentleman told us that they have challenges in getting oysters over the past 2-3 months. He showed us some very fresh Ahi, red in color and recommended that. We bought a pound of it and look forward to searing some of it tonight and also making sushi. We also picked up some very delicious smoked salmon which we snacked on before our hike and shared with our pooch. If you live far from Ojai, bring a cooler and ice packs to take home. You will be very satisfied!"

"I drove past twice, but im glad I found this spot. Yes, its simple food, don't get it twisted. If your looking for fancy, go back to the city. With that said... Hands down, when its fresh from the smoker; the Salmon I had was the best I have ever tasted smoked. It was still juicy and not dried out like other smoked salmon i have tried. I mixed it with the Seadweed salad, O.M.G. yum! And the glaze on the outside, you can taste the smoky flavor!"

"I pick up fresh uncooked salmon here every week and cook it at home. It's the best salmon we've ever had!! 1 pound is perfect for dinner for two, with leftovers for salmon salad the next day. Highly recommend :)"