I always knew this place existed and passed it many times on TO Boulevard and I'm so glad I finally made the effort. I found the atmosphere to be so inviting, warm and modern with plenty of seating and a really nice outside patio. I would also mention that's it's so nice not to lumped in the middle of a strip mall like, ' Longevity in TO & Ragamuffin in Newbury Park' . I love the design of the interior! I have been to a ton of coffee locations in the area, ( Westlake, TO, Newbury Park, Oxnard, Ventura , Santa Barbara, Malibu) and this Cafe Ficelle location is up there with the best of them. Yes the parking is not perfect- but....the service I found on my, 'so far 5 visits' has been excellent and my ' cappuccinos' have been perfectly made and tasted superb. I also had a Tri Tip sandwich which I also found to be really tasty. I am a fan and would encourage you to give it a shot and look past the 3.7 stars on Yelp- I hope this location makes it as the Pizza place that was next to it didn't. read more

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Today I had lunch at Cafe Ficelle with my parents. We shared two French dip sandwiches, a chocolate croissant and an almond croissant. The sandwiches were outstanding. Crusty, toasted baguette, tender tri-tip, and perfectly melted Gruyere. The dipping sauce was rich and flavorful, a perfect complement. Each sandwich also came with a fresh side salad of arugula and goat cheese. The croissants were very good. We arrived close to closing, so the pastries may not have been at peak freshness. I would recommend enjoying them earlier in the day, ideally with coffee or tea. Since we were sharing, our server sliced each croissant in three pieces. Thank you! The cafe itself is charming, with warm dark wood, cozy seating, and a fireplace that adds to the ambiance. Indoor temperature was a bit cool during our visit, but still a pleasant environment, and there is outdoor seating as well. The staff was friendly and service was quick. One small note: it would help if the staff had a better grasp of the menu and felt more confident describing it. The food speaks for itself and is worth highlighting. Parking was close and easy, and I especially enjoyed the light jazz playing in the background, including standards sung beautifully by Ella Fitzgerald. P.S. I always forget to snap photos. The sandwich was Insta-worthy. read more

- Cappuccino 12oz Ceramic Cup - $5.50 - Roast: Medium, 2 oz Espresso - Milk: Whole - Foam Art: leaf - TOD: 8:00 am - Prep: Less than 5min (one order up) - Machine: La Marzocco - Roaster: Verve, Santa Cruz - Baked Goods: yes - Menu: Breakfast, brunch - Review: Medium roast more than half way to second crack, slight bright espresso mingling with steamed milk/thick foam. Espresso to milk ratio is 2oz/10oz, so not a true cappuccino recipe. - Tip Worthy?: 20% Level - Rating Scale: 0%; 10%; 15%; 20%; 25%; 25%+ - Customer: Suburban dwellers who order cappuccinos and lattes after 12:00 noon without an ounce of shame. read more

Cafe Ficelle - Cappuccino, 8oz 1-26-2026 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

We made a stop on our way to Huntington Beach,pretty much right off freeway so convenient! We got a flat white and cortoda excellent coffee and they use Verve beans yum. The pastries looked amazing and fyi they serve wine & lunches believe they close at 3pm. We loved the cozy fireplace read more

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A very cute local coffee shop. Loaded with freshly baked bread and pastries. They even have beautiful cakes made onsite by their pastry chef. Lots of unique cake flavors and cute designs. I've been here a couple times for coffee and treats with friends. It's a great place and very upscale and modern inside. The people working are always very nice and helpful when ordering. read more

I had just eaten breakfast so I wasn't there to eat, but I have driven by too many times not to check it out! From what I saw, they have all the Italian food, favorites, fresh baked pastries, fresh baked bread. I did have a hibiscus elderberry iced tea which was fabulous. The beautiful space is gorgeous and airy with attentive servers on staff. The courtyard area is magnificent with this gorgeous tree! I was in awe. I will definitely go back when I'm hungry, but I wanted to share it now so that you don't wait as long to get there as I did! read more

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Cafe Ficelle, is a small and cozy French eatery in Thousand Oaks. There is both inside and outside seating (with a rectangular fire pit). While there is easy to grab bakery fare (croissants, pastries and the like), there is also a limited menu, with interesting selections. I am always looking for something different. And although the Quiche Lorraine can be found in many places, it is always different, not only in its contents, but also how it is made and presented. So that is what I chose. This dish, with bacon and gruyere, came with a wonderful flaky crust. The generous sliced portion was at the perfect temperature, creamy on the inside, moist, silky and flavorful. One could taste the egg, the cheese and how it married with the bacon. Well prepared and memorable. I chose fruit (berries) as the side, instead of a small salad. I sat outside, by the fire pit, to enjoy my breakfast, the fresh air, the soft Hollywood music and the fire pit. This was a good find and worthy of another visit, to sample more of its menu. read more

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Always a good treat to go here! Great coffee and good pastries! Staff is always great! Nice place to study or get some work done. Happy Nom Nom! read more

Cafe Ficelle - Yum! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Stumbled across this cute little breakfast spot in T.O--such a cozy gem! Parking wasn't the easiest, but I lucked out and found a spot nearby. Inside, there was plenty of seating both indoors and out. It wasn't busy when I arrived, but I can imagine it getting crowded during peak hours. I ordered the Liège Waffle Breakfast, and wow--what a treat! The waffle came with your choice of toppings, a perfectly basted egg (basically fried over easy), and a crispy side of bacon. I picked the blueberry ricotta topping, and it was divine--creamy, just sweet enough, and paired beautifully with the warm waffle. The portion size hit the sweet spot: I finished everything and left happily satisfied, not stuffed. My friend and I split a seasonal mimosa flight with four flavors: lavender lemon, pomegranate, grapefruit, and peach (though they were out of one, so we swapped it for a cherry one instead--which ended up being my friend's favorite). I personally loved the grapefruit and lavender lemon--light, bubbly, and super refreshing. All in all, a lovely little spot for a laid-back brunch with a few delicious surprises. Note to mention, this is also a nice spot to study or to bring your laptop. They have free WiFi. read more

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I am a fan of this little bistro bakery with the lovely pastries from Camarillo but, the Thousand Oaks outpost needs a lot of work. Every visit has been below expectations. There is NO parking yet they allow their team of 3-4 to park onsite every day, leaving no spaces for guests. We literally circled 3 times before selecting a "questionable spot" hoping to avoid a ticket. We arrived on a Tuesday at 10am for brunch and was told come back in a half hour because the chef is on lunch. Also, it's strange that they give you a number for your food to be delivered but you have to come and wait at the counter for your coffee. Sadly, this location could use management on site because it's really missing the service mark! read more

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This place has a nice environment, great food and coffee. Friendly staff members, and cleanliness of store is neat. read more

This location is absolutely stunning, and the layout is so well-designed. The espresso in my latte is always perfect, smooth and never bitter. The staff here is consistently upbeat and kind, which makes every visit enjoyable. This is hands down my favorite spot for an oat latte! They also offer a fantastic selection of food and wine. I haven't had the chance to try it yet, but one day, when I'm not in a rush, I'll definitely take the time to relax, enjoy a glass of wine, and try their food. read more

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This is the third one of these I've been to and it was pretty good, even though the one in Ventura still tastes the best for whatever reason. The woman ringing us up was funny and sweet and the inside is very pretty and it looks like there's a section where people like to do a little work on laptops which is nice. I got the french onion soup with a chai latte. Drink tasted like a typical chai and the soup had good flavor. My friend got the quiche lorraine but it was kind of dry even though she said the flavor was great. read more

Cafe Ficelle - store front - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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Foods really good, but that is not enough to enjoy my breakfast experience The parking situation is horrible. You need to walk there. They tell you that you can park among the residential spots for the apartment next door, but they are always taken. The other draw back is their chairs inside are perfect for patrons who are under 6ft tall. Why don't restaurants offer seating in normal size chairs with comfortable backs? read more

inside is really cute, lots of options and seating but the food was not very good. we kept asking the person at register for recommendations but he just kept saying it really depends on what you're looking for which wasn't super helpful but i understand. food took a while to come out. seasonal latte was pretty good but our food was super small and bland. we ordered the omelette and breakfast sandwich i couldn't really justify the price we paid because it was something we could've prepared at home which is not typically an expectation when going out to eat. can't say i would recommend i should've read reviews first. read more

Cafe Ficelle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Beautiful set up, clean, bright, inviting... but not enough to compensate for the poor quality breads and the exorbitant prices. We spent $46 on two small baked goods and two small sandwiches (a la carte). There was just one other patron here who had already been served when we arrived, yet it took some time for us to be served our two caprese sandwiches which were just alright. So far, we've been to two other branches of this chain and none of them that great. The food just misses the mark and isn't worth the price. read more

Cafe Ficelle - Caprese Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

Very nice ambiance in a nice luxurious living complex area. Private parking lot. 1. Raspberry Croissant (4.5/5) Lovely crisp on the outside and filled with a lot of fresh, tart raspberry jam on the inside. Good but very filling. 2. Bruschetta Toast (5/5) The Country French sourdough bread is crispy and fresh. Each bite had a nice crunch. The sourdough flavor really shines through. They give a good amount of avocado, topped off with Delicious, rich Gruyere cheese. The balsamic glaze adds a strong vinegary tartness. 3. Latte (3.5/5) Creamy and milky. Coffee/espresso was a bit on the weaker side though. Can choose between milk, soy milk, almond or oat milk. 4. Kouign Amann (5/5) Absolutely delicious and addicting. It's sweet, very crispy on the outside and slightly doughy on the inside. The caramelized sugar coating was an added plus. read more

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Went on a coffee date with my mother-in-law & this is her favorite coffee shop. I immediately loved the coffee shop vibes & cuteness of it. Food: my pastry was 5/10 Coffee: 8/10 Would come back again! read more

Cafe Ficelle - French dish - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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This cafe ficelle location is gorgeous! It looks like an upscale cafe found in Europe. The egg English muffin sandwich was made on a home made English muffin, over easy egg (the cashier asks how you would like your egg so you can get any type of egg) and ham. The food tasted fresh and high quality. The only reason I am giving this spot a 4 star is because it was loud inside. We were here for a birthday occasion so it was a little disappointing. We would have sat outside but there was no seating available at the time we went. We had to sit in the very back corner because of how loud it was. Also, the parking is limited for this location. read more

Cafe Ficelle - English Muffin Sandwich with fruit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

This cafe deserves a higher rating, friendly service, good vibes, great latte. I'll try the food on another visit, looks good! read more

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Such a cute hidden gem in TO! We stopped by after dinner across the way at Deninos (Italian) and so glad we did. Cafe Ficelle is warm, cozy and very aesthetically pleasing. They have cute little gift shop area with candles, mugs, oil diffusers. Our barista was sweet too! I ordered the crème brûlée and lavender latte. OMG - so divine! I thought it was just a coffee shop but they have so much more. They also serve lunch and dinner with wine, nice spot to unwind and relax. 10/10 stars I will definitely be returning :) read more

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When you're favorite coffee shop goes from amazing, to mediocre, to total disappointment, it's a tough realization. This place was fantastic. The baristas knew what they were doing, food came out fresh, and staff were welcoming. Now, every order looks like their team is putting out a fire. Huge turnover is showing through the cracks. All I'm looking for is a solid coffee shop in TO, and this place was my #1 go to. Coffee is burnt now, order is wrong 9/10, and the only thing that is mildly consistent is the food. Even that though takes a solid 40 minutes to get out. Thousand Oaks needs a solid coffee shop. Anyone have any recs? Not pour over, not a vegan spot: a solid, coffee shop that knows how to do its thing. read more

Love the vibe. I went reread when they were just opened. Service were slow which is understandable because it's new place and they were still figuring out things. Tries several of the pastry. It's flakes and crynch but yet soft. It's on the pricey side. But definitely worth it. read more

I came in right before closing and I really wanted to try the NY roll. I was worried about how fresh it would be since it was at the end of the day but I decided to try it anyway. I waited in the car and my hubby ran in to get me one to go. When he came back, he went on for 5 minutes, filling me in on what Arthur informed him on. Arthur provided excellent customer service and he stopped what he was doing to explain that these pastries are baked at the Ventura location and brought in each morning. The filling inside changes each season (I saw pictures last month with strawberry and this month I think it was peach) we'll have to find out what's in store for June. He also mentioned that they have a section for day old bread that was also available if we were interested. I really appreciated how informative he was and very welcoming. I bought the roll for the morning but I ate it when I got home. The NY roll was $6.50 and it was sweet but not too sugary, flaky and buttery like a crossiant. The filling inside was peach, similar to a peach cobbler, and it was delicious. I can't wait to see what flavor they roll out next. They also had an English muffin that caught our attention so we'll have to come back and try it too. I love that they stay open late and open early. Thanks again to Arthur for making my first visit a great experience. read more

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What a fun lunch we had! The service was amazing. Arthur is our new favorite guy. He had us smiling so much. Brianna was also super helpful. I had the Smoked Salmon Toast and it was absolutely delightful. I could have just ordered a half order because the bread was a huge slice. And the bread is so hearty and perfectly delicious. I took a loaf home. The Salmon Toast came with a fresh in season berry cup that was a real step up from the usual fruit cup. My friend had the French dip. She was very happy with it and could only eat half so she took half home. We were having such a fun time eating and laughing we didn't want to leave. I cannot wait to go back. read more

Cafe Ficelle - A full order of Salmon Toast. Such a big portion and perfect in every way. The fruit was fresh and exceptional. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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Asked for a cortado & the barista asked me how I wanted it. I said, "Make it however you want". BOOM best espresso ever! read more

Cafe Ficelle - Cortado. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

This is my second visit sort of. We came two weeks ago for their opening around 1:20 pm we were greeted by the question by a young woman behind the counter "Are you planning on ordering and staying to eat?" Not welcome, not hello. We replied yes. They replied, "Well we close at 2:00 p.m." So I jokingly asked, "Well, are you going to kick us out at 2:00 p.m. sharp"? She replied, "Yes" I thought she was kidding. No serious. I said you mean that we have to leave the premises at 2:00 p.m. Sharp. She said yes. We said bye. Well two of my friends decide they wanted to try it today at 10:00 a.m. I'm not a fan of going back to a place that treats me rudely and frankly has terrible parking. Good luck if you get a spot. I decided to go back and give it a fair shot. Yes parking is still horrendous. That said, the greeting was much more friendly. After all, 2 weeks ago was early in their opening. So maybe now they're trained up. My coffee latte was excellent and reasonably priced. Loved the interior decor and their modern fake fireplace. There's nice outside seating near the fountain and my two friends ordered their breakfast toast. I took pictures of their orders and they seemed to enjoy them. We did have I shall say an enounter with one of the family owners. I just need to say they need to take a course in greeting customers and being friendly. Either that or stay behind the scenes and just bake. I'm a former waitress many years ago and our family business was in business for 90 years. I don't know if I'll go back. I might, but what they serve you can get just about anywhere and with a smile and certainly more parking spaces! read more

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My favorite spot for a pour over and pastry. This location has a lovely patio, beautiful bar, and also serves dinner. I prefer to come here for a light breakfast. They have monthly flavors for their New York rolls which is means there is always something new to try, but they have the classics like croissants. I tried the oatmilk latte and opted for the ham and gruyere croissant. The latte was delicious but I still prefer the pour over. Most of the time the staff is super friendly and helpful. The barista has even given coffee recommendations I've enjoyed. One of these days I'll make it in for dinner or try the mimosas I've heard others rave about read more

Cafe Ficelle - Ham and gruyere croissant with an oatmilk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

GPS took us into a tiny parking lot, that you cannot park in for the restaurant, so we went back out to the Main Street and turned into the next lot. You can see the restaurant, but it's confusing with the apartments. There are restaurant signs for where you can park. Patio is beautiful, indoors kind of industrial. We ordered the Croque Madame and a crepe with strawberries and Nutella. Both were just okay. However, the fruit was fresh and delicious! I'm not huge on the order at the counter type restaurants, and the service was fine, but not too friendly. No one acknowledged us coming in or leaving. We weren't sure if we were supposed to bus our own table so we took our items to the side counter. Glad we tried it, but most likely won't be back. 3.5 stars read more

Cafe Ficelle - Crepe with strawberries and Nutella - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

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Ordered a breakfast sandwich on a croissant to go, and when I opened it up at home, it was missing toppings, and was just inedible looking. It didn't appear that it was ever put together as a sandwich, but rather just thrown on a plate and sent on its way. We have previously been here before and had delicious food but for $19, this was the worst breakfast sandwich I've ever had. Just incredibly disappointing. read more

Cute but pricey. We paid $45 for two pasties and two drinks, not worth the price in my opinion. read more

Cafe Ficelle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California

It's very average and not much selection with baked goods. I wouldn't go again. The parking is also an issue. It's not worth the drive.

Decided to try again. Ordered a pastry at 6:25pm, paid for it, and then watched the employee throw out (yes, in the trash can right outside the cafe), all of the pastries! #1. could you have just given me the pastry for free? You literally threw out ALL the pastries within 60 seconds of me paying. #2. If no freebies, how about donating all your food to a pantry (ie, Manna, Many Mansions, etc.). There must be a more efficient way to dispose of food. Also, you could offer a 1/2 price sale to the residents that live in the apartments attached to your cafe. There is no logic to your methods read more

December 2024 For the overall experience, I give this place 4.5 stars. It would be 5 stars if I could figure out the parking situation. Great date spot for sure! Come for the Ambiance really. That patio is worth gold! The lights, the fire pit, the lounge seating, all worth the overall experience. Prices were ok.. most pastries around $6. The staff was great, the service was really good. My only problem is the unmarked parking. It's so hard to know where to park, because even if there is a sign, I couldn't see it at night time. Could they at least put a light on it? Or clearly designate between apartment parking and Cafe parking. read more

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Great coffee, delicious pastries! Wonderful service and beautiful location inside and out read more

An "interesting" experience. Giving it 3.8 stars and rounding up to 4. Came across a photo of their menu and was initially expecting a cute little French cafe. Further research pointed to this being primarily a bakery with delicious pastries: the menu was an add-on. This is located in a relatively new mixed retail / residential complex at the corner of Erbes and Thousand Oaks Blvd. Parking is tough. There's a garage for tenants of the attached condos/apartments and limited parking spaces for the retail establishments. That said, there were only a few others inside when we arrived. On entering it looked like an upscale pastry/coffee shop. There were about 10 tables - none of them set for dinner. I thought I misunderstood something. Approaching the counter I saw the dinner menu printed on a thick stock. There were only two. Oddly there were no prices except on a couple desserts. However there were regular menus that listed their pastries and coffees, and those were in a nice vinyl cover. The lady behind the counter explained that people kept taking the dinner menus. I pointed out it was probably because they appeared to be "to-go," as they had no cover. I didn't want to ask the price of every item, but I knew what was reasonable and watched as each one was rung up. We started with two orders of escargot, one of bone marrow, and then had a couple French Dips. The presentation was actually nice! They do give you bread crisps for the escargot. Would be better to serve it untoasted since it makes it easier to sop up the garlic butter. I'll ask for that next time. We were also brought flatware and a napkin in little paper bags. The escargot were some of the largest I've seen. Big plus. Very delicious. Some difficulty getting them out of their shells due to their size. The bone marrow consisted of two large halves with an ample amount of marrow. I confirmed that this was one order. It was! More substantial than anywhere else. And a good trick is to place some marrow on a toast point and then top it with escargot! Perfect combo. The French Dip, listed as an entree, was unfortunately disappointing because of the meat. Maybe it was a lesser cut. Maybe it was too thick. It wasn't tender and flavorful like it should be. It didn't tear easily. Would not get that again. The people were great! There's a wine bar around the back corner, and they also have a full bar. It was spacious and clean. Just not a cozy setting and still an odd place for a French meal. read more

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Food, service, and ambiance were great! My drink was even brought out to me on the patio!

I love the Ventura location, so I was excited when they announced this new spot. Unfortunately, it didn't quite live up to expectations. The latte I ordered was overly milky and lacked balance, and while the pastries are good, they're a bit pricey. Parking is limited. On my last visit, their system went down after waiting in line for a few minutes, so I couldn't even place an order and ended up leaving. I will say I love all the new flavor releases of the New York rolls and the ambiance, but overall, the experience hasn't been as great as I had hoped. read more

Super cute spot! yummy food and an amazing fire pit outside. Love that you can walk to other local shops nearby.

Great food, always slow service unfortunately Great drinks as well. Unclear process on how the food comes out. We had to go to the counter for some. While the other 1/2 was delivered to the table. Food came out fast last visit Don't sit on the patio, bees will ruin your meal read more

Cafe Ficelle - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Thousand Oaks, California