Secret Garden Restaurant
805-552-9523
255 E High St Moorpark, CA 93021
Award Winning Fine Dining Experience
Message from Secret Garden Restaurant
For an ultra romantic and elegant ambiance, you must come and feast your eyes upon the serene Victorian dining room, amidst magnificent chandeliers, silver candelabra, flickering candles and dine on timeless one hundred year old English tables and chairs. You must also experience the spectacular 6,000 sq ft Secret Garden, beyond the doors to the garden, that lead you to an enchanting setting, with its' beautiful rose arbors, lush foliage, winding walkways, alcoves and quaint gazebo. A truly exquisite garden setting with capabilities for hosting any successful wedding or special event.
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As far as evening dining, the ambiance is nice. The food is okay for the price. I am looking forward to the champagne happy hour they are beginning in December!
Posted 11/30/08 | Report Abuse
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I was appalled at the food served at this so-called secret garden. This restaurant was shown on FOX's Kitchen Nightmares, and no special effects were needed to clearly show that this eating establishment was in the worst condition. I ordered the seared salmon, worst I have ever had. It was poorly cooked and had the worst smelling sauce I've ever smelled. To make matters worse, that so-called chef Michel didn't make it such a pleasant experience because I could hear him screaming in the back, so I was afraid that he would take it out on the customers. This is the last time I will ever come to this mortifying hell hole of a restaurant and heaven help them (or Gordon Ramsey).
Posted 11/23/08 | Report Abuse
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This place is spectacular, world class food! Everything is delicious. This is a great place to throw celebrations! I went once for a work recognition event, and once to a friends daughters bar-mitzvahs! Both events were huge successes- partially because of the amazing location, and food! It truly is a secret garden, a hidden gem in the city of Moorpark!
Posted 08/09/08 | Report Abuse
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We recently ate at the Secret Garden and while we chose an inside table, the outdoors looked lovely. The dining room gives the impression of being in someone's home. Very quaint surroundings.
The menu is varied...maybe a bit pricey, but for a special occasion, it is a good choice.
We also liked the fact they have a credit card machine that comes to you....one way to help avoid any issues of fraud, as your card stays with you.
Try it!!
Posted 11/17/07 | Report Abuse
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Spoiled Lettuce with Atmosphere
by sharpsonya
I was so disappointed with our brunch. I was looking forward to the brunch that they offered on their website. Unfortunately, the brunch listed is not what we got. Their website listed brunch as $23 which was to include fresh oj/champagne, an appetizer, an entree and dessert. Instead their brunch is now $19 and it now doesn't include the oj/champagne or the dessert. My friend ordered the salad and her salad had pieces of spring mix that was wilted and spoiled. She left those on her plate. My husband had the quiche and it also had spoiled spring mix included on the side. I was appalled because I didn't think an upscaled restaurant would permit spoiled lettuce to be served. My companions enjoyed their Seared Salmon but my Egg White Frittata was a let down. The frittata tasted like any standard fare I would find at a chain breakfast restaurant or Mom & Pop establishment. Also, the waiter had a large orange stain on his white shirt which made the general atmosphere unappetizing. His service was mediocre at best. I really wanted to like the restaurant because of its atmosphere but left dis-appointed and dis-satisfied.
Pros: Charming old building, Historic Area
Cons: Quality of Food , Mediocre Service, Waiter Unpresentable
Posted 03/19/07
Get the Salmon not Pate
by henrythe8th
Place was OK. Was highly recommended to me. Service was slow. Pate
was more like liver moose, but was very very tastey. Salmon was
excellent but needed more sauce. Wasn't blown away.
Posted 02/18/07
BEST anniversary DATE
by ilovedawn
I came here on my anniversary with my boyfriend and it was the BEST
choice. I have never seen a place like this. The servers were
EXTREMELY attentive and made me feel like I was the only one in the
restaurant. The owner came out to talk with me. They are reasonable
priced with the food being so tastey. Get the onion soup!
Pros: GREAT service....AMAZING food
Posted 02/18/07
Nice atmopshere. Customer service is lacking.
by vinolvr25
Service was extremly slow and unattentive. The albacore was cooked perfectly, however was very salty. Still lookiing for the beets in the beet salad. The filet mignon was cooked as ordered, however the french fries were soggy and limp. The flavor of the creme brulee was nice, but the texture was a bit soft.
Pros: Nice wine list
Cons: Terrible service
Posted 02/18/07
Dessert Please!
by stephandthecity
Upscale. Wouldnt come here with my girlfriends but a great place to
come with my boyfriend or parents. Food is delicious. Coffee and
dessert were fabulous. Owner was very nice. He came to the table to
make sure everything was OK.
Posted 02/18/07
Special treat for me!!
by lizzybun
Place was great. Salmon was perfect and not too filling. Whole
restaurant is a treat. First time I came here, will make sure to come
back often. Very reasonable and close to my house!
Posted 02/18/07
Yummy 3 course meal!
by clalabasis
Filet Mignon, Onin Soup and Fondant were the best things I have had in
a while. British server was so pleasant. Would come back here ina
heartbeat...especially for a birthday.
Pros: Lovely decor
Posted 02/18/07
Saucey!
by lavoly
Always drove by this place, but never came in. Place is so
comfortable and homey. Wish I dropped by sooner. I got the chicken,
so good. Sauce was light. Had the creme brulet, was a little soft.
But everything else made up for it. Will get the Fondant next time.
Posted 02/18/07
A for Atmosphere
by angelsforyou
Best appetizers around. Beet salad was brilliant. Great atmosphere.
Get the filet...the sauce made the whole meal.
Posted 02/18/07
WINE and dine...
by scottpierro
Best wine selection. Pork Chops and onion soup were delicious. Took a
little long to get my meal...but it was all worth it. Espcially the
Chocolate Fondant.
Pros: Great wine
Posted 02/18/07
Food is almost too good.
by daniellyle
Best restaurant I have been to in a while. I got the lamb as my entree and it was absoultely amazing. I loved every bite. The ambiance is quiet and serene and you feel like you are in an elegant getaway. Great place for a date or just a good place to go with friends when you want a GREAT MEAL. Chocolate Fondant dessert was to die for. Definitely get the Beet Salad to start. LOVED IT. HIghly recimmended.
Pros: Excellent service. Very unique place.
Posted 02/18/07