Restaurants in Ojai

“We love the food and ambiance❤️”

“Stupendous!!!!! Amazing! I cannot put into words how wonderful our meal was. Thank for the pleasure of experiencing your talent. Bravo!”

“The ambiance is great and the drinks and food are delicious but severely overpriced. They started off doing $5 tacos which is pricey but fine for the quality of the food but quickly hiked up their prices. Considering the quality which im well aware of as I’ve made many of these dishes myself (I’m Mexican) I’m still willing to pay their prices.
That being said, the pricing for some of the simpler items on menu like quesadillas are absurd in my opinion. Small tortillas with cheese and watercress for $7.50 each is just insulting to my heritage. $6.50 for mole, sure, that’s a complicated dish. $7.50 for cheese in a tortilla, no. Please be more judicious in your pricing and menu building.”

“Good food , good place ,good beer ,good people, good music. etc”

“Not only was the food delicious but it was visually appealing as well!”

“Came here because Claude said it captured Ojai perfectly, and it did. I accidentally went to the dinner spot first and stood outside like a confused, slightly menacing customer on Halloween until a girl in a clown costume pointed me to the right place (thank you!). The ham and butter sandwich was incredible, and the iced latte was perfect. Took both to the park nearby and sat by the fountain. 🤌🏻”

“best pizza, bagels, and hoagies!”

“Just a heads up to everyone.. they're closed until Jan 17 2022 :(”

“10/10 experience!
Perfect spot for a date night. Upscale but not too fancy. Phenomenal food and service!
Ordered the tomato with Stracciatella, asado chicken, and potato & poblano gratin. Everything was perfectly prepared and delicious!
Loved the warm lighting and cozy feel.
We'll be back!”

“Great place for a light bite on premises at the Ojai Valley Inn. We had the squash blossom pizza (amazing!), pita bread appetizer (very good) and sesame chicken salad (amazing!). Service was good. It was a bit hectic with all of the families but we ended up moving inside, and it was peaceful. Prices are high-ish but not offensive.”

“This place is a bit small but packs a punch in a good way. The food was amazing and honestly doesn't matter what you got in the menu, it was fresh and delicious. The staff are really kind and the service was great. Definitely check this place out.”

“Great atmosphere inside and on patio. Excellent food. We had the house salad, two pizzas, and Gelato. All WERE EXCELLENT! Staff was friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and highly recommend it. Chain pizza restaurants don't compare!”

“a worthwhile stop, an absolutely aura-fueled desert watering hole with outstanding cocktails

do try the white negroni and sriracha peanuts. quelle magnifique!”

“Friendly staff, fast and efficient, delicious pizza with fresh ingredients, organic sodas... *chefs kiss* What more can I say? I was very impressed and plan on returning for more! Seriously hope they stick around.”

“We came here for dinner last week. Couldn't fault it. Food was fantastic, staff were very friendly and atmosphere was great. We're definitely coming back next time we're in the US 😀Definitely recommend it here.”

“Beautiful, modern space. Fantastic coffee and breakfast - the sesame pancake with the lemon drizzle is 💣. Lunch options are solid. I only had dinner once, and the schnitzel was crispy and great. I forget which starter I got but it was yummy, if a little (surprisingly!) spicy.

Their cocktail menu is good, and the bartenders are capable and can make anything. I chat sometimes with the head of coffee and the GM, and they're lovely humans running a tight ship. And local, if that matters to you.

It's also a great co-working space during the week when the LA crowds are gone and other spots might be busy. Oh, and their A/C is bomb!”

“Love Sam's Place they often have great music and their drinks are fantastic 😊 they also have a sweet outdoor patio!!”

“Classic Ojai summer evenings with exceptional music!”

“I’ve been going to Bonnie Lu’s as long as I can remember and they make the best grits and crispy bacon for me. Everyone is always really friendly and it just makes you want to come back.”

“Came here for my birthday celebration and everything from food to service to ambience was phenomenal. My favorite was the quail! Dined with an Italian (who is a bit of a snob when it comes to his country's cuisine) and even he was impressed. Wish it was closer to home. I will definitely come back next time I'm in Ojai.”

“Loved the staff, they're dog friendly and so nice. The banana shake was out of this world!”

“Inside Topa Topa brewery. Just had the cauliflower appetizer. It’s very good, but huge. Would rather half the portion and half the cost. Still nice to have a food option in the brewery.”

“Zaidee’s Bar and Grill was great! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was welcoming, and we had a really enjoyable experience. Everything made for a great visit, and I would definitely recommend stopping by if you’re in the area. Looking forward to coming back again!”

“We absolutely love this place! My kids always ask for it when we come to Ojai! The vibes are the best and everyone that works here is friendly and helpful and patient! We came with a large group of friends and they gave each of us time and attention! Also, they have the best matcha for the best price! Hidden gem for a $5 matcha way better than the $15 matcha! Thank you Ojai ice cream!”

“Delicious teas! I’m very picky with tea and I loved all that I have tried so far. Not to mention the tea jars you can order to store your tea in. I want to visit the store for the full experience!”

“Coffee Connection is one of those places that just feels special. The coffee is great, but what really stands out is the atmosphere and the people. There’s a warm, welcoming feeling the moment you walk in, and you can tell they genuinely care about their customers and the community. Whether you’re grabbing a quick coffee, meeting up with someone, or just looking for a place to slow down for a bit, Coffee Connection is the kind of place that makes you want to come back. Definitely a local spot worth supporting!”

“Super cute local coffee shop with solid breakfast and lunch. Specifically their cashew milk made in house is yum.

The staff is wonderful and warm (hey Andrew! hey Corey!), and the book wall makes the space warm and inviting (and provides good gift options). Outdoor patio is spacious, though make sure you find an umbrella to escape the heat.

It gets quiet enough to do laptop work mid morning and then after the lunch rush. The Sunday morning farmers market rush is real, so be prepared to wait (or buy tamales from the tamale stand next door).”

“Tibetan, Indian & Japanese food in Ojai”

“Amazing food, especially my favorite... the meatballs! The owners and staff treat you like family!!”

“Truly the most relaxing and uplifting experience. Received a wonderful facial and massage and had such a pleasant visit. The spa itself is serene and warm. Would definitely recommend!”

“Burgers and fries were amazing! Highly recommend.”

“It's very nice and friendly place . I love it”

“I’m traveling for work right now, and stopped by MJ‘s yesterday for lunch. I didn’t know they’d have one of the best turkey sandwiches on the planet. If you’re in the area definitely stop by and get the spicy turkey. It won’t disappoint.”

“A must-visit for foodies! (5/5 Green Stars) I really liked the kombucha flight experience here. The place was relaxing haven on a rainy day, with friendly staff, board games to try and magazines to read. The Pink Moment was a favorite – it’s made from green tea, raw honey, ginger, hibiscus, orange zest and the jun culture. Technically, the culture is known as “jun” rather than a kombucha “SCOBY”. Kombucha is usually made by fermenting black tea and refined sugar while jun is made from green tea and raw honey. I learned something new today – two things, actaully! The other is that SCOBY stands for “symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast.” Anyway, even without strong flavors added (for example, the Om, which had just a little blackberry and lavender) Revel’s kombucha (jun!) tastes amazing. Perhaps even more enjoyable was the vegan charcuterie plate – vegan cheese and salami with crackers, olives and apricots. The vegan cheese was from Conscious Cultures in NY and the salami was from Renegade Foods. Honesty, I’ve never had better vegan cheese, and I’ve tried quite a few. There were two pretty sizeable chunks of cheese, in the styles of brie and blue, and each did really taste like the dairy equivalent. Another microbiology side-note: both brie and blue cheeses get a lot of their flavor from the Penicillium fungi that they are inoculated with, rather than the milk itself. So congrats to Conscious Cultures for figuring that out, and thanks to Revel for introducing them to me! I hope that charcuterie plate is still available as I don’t see it on the current webpage. I’m giving Revel Kombucha 5/5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact, for these reasons: • The kombucha is made from organic green tea and organic honey and various additions such as organic ginger, blackberry, orange zest, etc., depending on the flavor. • Besides being almost always organic, many ingredients are local too – like the oranges, of course! • The food on offer was great – the vegan charcuterie board introduced us to new products like amazing brie and blue cheeses from Conscious Cultures. • I appreciate that they let me purchase a liter of kombucha by refilling my Sigg flask. They also provide re-useable glass bottles for buying kombucha to-go.”

“Everething menudo and tortas de asada ala diabla the best”

“Love, love, love! What a perfectly comfortable setting.
There was plenty of space for a small family bday party get together. Good sample packs for the wine and beer. Outside cook whipped up some great eats. Clean settings and vibes. Definitely going back..”

“Sanders and Sons catered our wedding and they were awesome! Gabriela is very responsive the entire time and helped us coordinate a package that worked for us. We also had fun meeting Sanders in person and tasting the gelato before selecting. Our guests raved about how much they enjoyed the selection of flavors. Highly recommend!”

“Don Lalo’s Mexican Food is a great spot for delicious, authentic Mexican food! The food is always satisfying, the portions are generous, and it’s a great place to grab a quick bite or enjoy a meal. If you’re looking for a local Mexican food spot to check out, I definitely recommend giving Don Lalo’s a try! 🌮”

“The tasting menu was fabulous. My wife and I different dishes with each course and every dish was delicious. Everything about the experience makes us want to come back!”

“Amazing delicious food and fun environment. Great service, highly recommend!”

“Best Thai food in town. They’re located near several other Asian restaurants, but if you’re looking for authentic, fresh Thai cuisine, this is the place. The portions are generous and the prices are great, which is hard to find these days. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, with plenty of parking right next door. My favorites are the green curry and the chicken satay, so good! Ordering for pickup is also super easy: just call ahead or place your order online.”

“Best Frozen Yogurt. Worth the trip to Ojai just for the desert🍨 Staff was really nice.”

“Wonderful food, wonderful friendly staff”

“Always Wonderful... Try my Bradtini! My always good to go to for dinner or lunch. The meats are all wonderful. I juz get my special taco bowl, no tortilla... You can get any of the proteins that way... Only Ojai locals know... No tortilla, beans or rice for me! Lost 20#s since October and it's staying off! Thanks "Lisa"!

Great spot... Had dinner last night.

OMG! Off menu secret menu "Amber's Sloppy Os" .... Ground beef on onion rings TOTALLY THE BOMB!

Juz hangin' @ Lisa's with a Bradtini and pumpkin ?

Still my #1 place to go. The place has been packed at night lately.”

“a very intimate and expensive cafe, its main advantage is its location and views. the coffee is delicious, the ice cream had pieces of ice (apparently it was defrosted and frozen more than once), the strawberry and lemonade soufflé cake was tender and fresh.”

“Best vegan & gluten free bread and donuts I’ve had! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“The meat comes from a market in Ojai but I want to know if the meat is pork or beef. If the menu or the staff could include the type of meat that would be great.”

“I had the BBQ Chicken pizza today, DELICIOUS!”

“The Hut is such a great local spot! The food is delicious, the atmosphere is laid-back, and it's a great place to grab a bite with friends or family. I always appreciate finding local places that make you want to come back for more. Definitely recommend checking them out if you're in the area!”

“Great little coffee place just behind the main street in Ojai. Coffee is fantastic. Nice bold strong taste. And they also have all kinds of non-dairy organic options for milk.

Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a quieter place to grab a delicious cup of coffee.”

“Nice spot to take a cool load off, drink a beer and eat delish food. I ordered the chile relleno burro, perfect balance of umami and the cheese pull would make any gen Z happy. Trust me, it’s worth a try - add carne asada and leave the rice out.”

“Love the strawberry shortcake.”

“It’s the place to go dance to Beau Red & the Tailor Maide! Great food, great drinks and great atmosphere!”

“wines are all good, company great, love the ambiance”

“Highly recommend!!!! The food is amazing!!! The calamari with polenta is absolutely to die for!! I had the most amazing fettuccine cognac w/ filet & mushrooms also recommend the tiramisu 5 star!!!!!”

“I flew in from Boston and my mom is from up the coast in Santa Margarita. This was a perfect start to our Ojai experience. Delicious meal. So many options and we each enjoyed or respective meals: Mango Snapper and Quinoa Greens, and Grilled veggie Quesadilla. Delish! All on the cozy, charming patio strung with festive lights.”

“Delicious food, friendly staff and affordable prices. 😋”

“Roasters is my go to place to work from in Ojai. The atmosphere is so cozy, the owner and baristas so incredibly welcoming to all, the lattes and food delicious! It’s a special place to me .. my late husband actually became friends with Stacey first, he was from Tanzania and they bonded over coffee growing and roasting that he was interested in from his native country. Because of their friendship, he would often bring me gifts (mugs, pastries..) from her and it became our go to place for a coffee date. He would always buy the coffee cake which he might have HALF a bite of but he knew I would eat it all if he got it but that I wouldn’t l order it myself :) I have many happy memories here with him, and since he passed I am creating more. It’s such a safe and cozy place to read or work or chat with other patrons. Love this place!”

“Great food and great service. Usually go there when I’m in Ojai every now and then, and always had a great experience there.”

“Sakura has a wide selection of Sushi, Sashimi, Teppanyaki and Korean dishes, all made with exceptional attention to detail and flavor. PLUS the owner is a wonderful human being!”

“We Love Seafresh! it's become part of the rhythm of our lives!”

“My favorite place ❤️I can’t go a day without my coffee”

“Busy Sunday, but didn’t have to wait too long. They were out of all sorts of food and beer, this really miffed the young ladies behind the counter who were then charged with telling every customer that. We grabbed the food pretty quick, all three orders were outstanding. The Jalapeño Bacon Smash burger was something I will be back for.

Kid-friendliness: Room for a stroller”

“Came here for an early dinner as part of a girls day out last minute. A hidden gem! The food and drinks were great, service was also great, but that might be because we were the only ones in the whole restaurant. I hope they can drum up more business, especially on a Saturday night. The interior ambience and decor needs a refresh and the hostess podium outside needs to be manned. The menu needs an update as well, this place has a lot of potential just needs to be marketed better. We would come again next time we're in town.”

“The food, the people, the atmosphere is just special. Came here a few years ago and again just recently for our anniversary and they made it special both times and everything we ordered was so good. The view out into the oak trees is spectacular on top of everything. We had the chicken bites and cesar salad to start, tge chicken bites were so good with the aloi sauce and the croutons in the salad are super tasty. We had rhe catch of the day, Halibut, and skirt steak for the mains that wrre both great and we finished with the chocolate cake which was fantastic. You have to have a meal here at least once if you are staying at the Inn.”

“This location is 1000% better than the midtown Ventura one. I happily drive up from West Ventura to this one. Thanks for always being friendly and providing good portion sizes. Been a fan of this location since 5th grade when it opened in '93 or '94 I believe, and everyone in town got it for lunch! 😋 Keep it up.”

“Had your Jalapeno Double Cheese burger. It is excellent hope it stays around for awhile.”