Edible Art
Meet the owners
As former fashion designer Rachel Woodward sprinkles Wasabi Masago on top a dragon sculptured Sashimi roll decorated in curated Japanese sauces shaped like splattered fireworks, it's clear that this isn't an ordinary sushi sushi restaurant.
"Each plate is a celebration to honor Japanese culture and cuisine. "
The ceilings are covered floating paper umbrellas, the napkins are folded into origami fans, and guests are greeted by self maintaining ecosystem aquarium.
The entire atmosphere screams that an artist is in the building and she isn't afraid to express herself.
"All the geisha in the murals have been painted in the likeness of close family and friends. Those who have helped us throughout this journey. "
Woodward commissioned Alabama mural artist Cori Alsbrooks. She loved her work so much she flew Alsbrooks all the way out to Ventura, Ca.
Alsbrooks is a bubbly young woman with strong southern accent.
"I got sooo much work from people seeing my mural that I ended up moving out here to Los Angeles!"
Alsbrooks recently did murals for both Applebee's and IMAX.
Woodward re-opened Seaward Sushi on Christmas eve 2018 after three years of renovating the building to bring it up to Ventura County City code and regulations.
The Sake menu is abundant with variety of different regional picks carefully crafted from different grains and floral accents that will be served both hot and cold. They will also be serving authentic Japanese craft beers made by Coedo.
Shane Jones is the restaurants Classically trained Sushi Chef that has helped build Seaward Sushi from the bottom up alongside his now wife Woodward.
"We are really picky about quality"
This historic landmark was originally established in 1979 by Japanese immigrants and Woodward and Jones decided to keep the name and add their own unique touch.
When Sushi Meets Art
The entire atmosphere screams that an artist is in the building and she isn't afraid to express herself.
Its clear this is no ordinary sushi restaurant.
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Reviews
805foodie / VENURA COUNTY STAR
"Her work as the owner of a wearable-art line, The Red Ant, is especially apparent in Seaward Sushi’s decor. It includes masks, silk flowers, a shadow box filled with geisha hair ornaments and, hanging from the ceiling, paper umbrellas turned into light fixtures."
Matriarchy
" Tastiest vegetarian sushi I've ever had! The chefs are professionally trained sushi chefs with mad skills. Try the Lily Roll and the Cali Green Bomb!!! The ambiance has a fun chill vibe with artistic murals covering the walls and vaulted ceilings with hanging paper umbrellas. Great for either a date or hanging with friends. "
Tone That Fat
"Awesome atmosphere and great sushi. The tempura sampler plate is amazing! This Sushi restaurant has free WiFi and charging outlets. Oh and great music. "