This place is one of the best restaurants in the 805! We went tonight for my Wife's birthday and…read morethe food and service were phenomenal!! Every single dish seemed to be well thought out and very tasty! Jon the manager was super thoughtful and friendly and even gave us a free pastry to take home. Simply amazing!!

The Dutchess is massive, with two rooms of seating and a quaint back patio. They're open from…read morebreakfast to dinner and as their website says: "This kitchen comes to life at 4am and doesn't shut down until 11:30pm." They do a soft close from 2-5 where they don't serve the food menu but offer drinks, coffee and pastries. We stopped in on the 4th of July and were seated right away. They also have a coffee and pastry counter if you want to grab something to-go. You do not want to miss out on the pastries, and the display sure catches your eye. Along with our main we split a morning bun which was flaky and just the right amount of sweet. As we were walking out I noticed some sandwiches that looked extra tasty as well. We kept it simple and split the Dutchess Breakfast Plate since we had quite a bit of eating planned for the day, but it was more than enough to satiate us alongside the pastry. It comes with these massive, crispy and spiced potatoes, big slabs of Niman Ranch bacon, tomato chutney, thick-cut sourdough toast and two eggs. At $22 this isn't cheap, but the quality is there and I would order this again just for those potatoes. The Burmese Fried Chicken Sando seemed to be the most popular dish and I was jealous as I saw it hitting other tables. I'll just have to come back!

The Farmer and the Cook -- Fresh Finds Off the Main Road…read more I'll be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect walking in for the first time, but The Farmer and the Cook won me over pretty quickly. It's bright, clean, and has this easy organic warmth to it... the kind of place that feels like it was put together by people who actually care. Right off the main road, easy to find, and the family vibes are real. It's the kind of spot you want to linger in. If you're navigating dietary restrictions, this place is a quiet goldmine. Strong gluten free options, a genuinely vegan friendly menu, and plenty of vegetarian choices too... so everyone at the table actually gets to eat something they're excited about. That's rarer than it should be. The food? Solid. I went with the raw tacos, sopes, and huarache; all filling, all fairly priced for the area. The raw tacos especially surprised me... fresh, flavorful, and not in a "I wish this was a real taco" kind of way. These hold their own. Service was quick and most of the staff had a warm, genuine energy about them. The one small snag; the cashier seemed to be having a rough one. A little gruff, made me feel like my first visit was mildly inconvenient for them. It happens, we all have bad days, but first impressions do stick a little. Overall though, I'm absolutely coming back. There's more on that menu calling my name and an atmosphere that makes it easy to slow down for a bit. Whether you're vegan, gluten free, or just looking for something fresh and honest... this one's worth the stop.

A really difficult review to write. On the one hand, decent food, and decent environment…read more On the other hand, very dramatic and poorly managed "community" space. I was poisoned there with food that I am allergic to by a spiteful employee. Management not only never apologized, they never did anything. The results were lab tested. I went over and above to give them a chance to be civil and professional, and they came up a complete blank. So sad

Casual counter service restaurant with al fresco seating. I started with pint of Lucky Day IPA…read morewhile we waited for the meal. The Fried Chicken Sammy with the bacon jam was amazing! I would totally order it again - we'll seasoned, crunchy, and slightly sweet. The Pesto Chicken Pizza was a nice medium size - six slices of yummy cheese, herbaceous & nutty pesto, grilled chicken, and sweet sundried tomatoes. A yummy pizza - I personally would have liked blistered cherry tomatoes in it for a brighter pop of freshness. Quick, easy and delicious.

I liked it. Good place to grab a bite while wandering around Ojai. There's an indoor space with…read morebooths for seating, but the large covered front patio is the main area. The food is good. We got the burger, shrimp tacos, and some elote fries. Decent portions. The elote fries were a good shareable. Would definitely come back to try more next time I'm in town. Service was good. Friendly staff. Easy parking in front or street parking nearby. Patio was also dog friendly.

Service here is outstanding! Our second time here while visiting Ojai. Good coffee and food. We…read morerecently had breakfast here. My little one didn't like the GF Banana pancakes. We asked for regular ones but they didn't have any. Instead they offered sourdough bread and jam which was a hit. Ambiance is great, friendly and welcomed kids. Recommend to stop by!

This is a great place in Ojai to sit down and enjoy breakfast with friends. It was very busy with…read morelong lines, but it was moving along. There was seating inside and outside the cafe, but there was some more seating in the back garden. Service was excellent. I got the Herby Scrambled Eggs and Homemade Vanilla Latte. The eggs were fine, but I wish it was made with a different type of cheese. I ate as much as I could. The salad was good. I enjoyed the Vanilla Latte. Overall, a nice place for breakfast.

Absolutely loved this place. Such a cute venue, and the menu is so fresh and summery! The Le…read moreSandwhich is quite possibly the best chicken salad I have ever had.

Wow, I am so glad I stopped in! The cute outdoor setup drew me in, but the food completely blew me…read moreaway. The ambiance is absolutely perfect for a sunny outdoor lunch, and ordering inside is fast and easy. I got the quarter chicken plate with garlicky potatoes and cauliflower as my sides. Honestly, these might be the best potatoes I've ever had in my life. They were cooked to absolute perfection--super soft on the inside, a little crispy on the outside, and topped with an incredibly flavorful garlic sauce. On top of that, it's an amazing deal for a substantial amount of food. You get to try a bunch of different items, including an extra homemade sauce and pickled beets. I could not recommend this place more

My husband and I came here with my sister and brother-in-law, and we had such a great experience!…read moreThe food was absolutely delicious! To die for!! Literally I can eat this pizza all day long!!! everything tasted fresh, and the wood-fired pizza was amazing. We also shared a fresh salad, and it paired perfectly with the pizza. The atmosphere is what really makes this place special. It feels like you're enjoying pizza in your best friend's backyard, super cozy, relaxed, and welcoming. Mona was supper sweet and welcoming! We sat outside on a beautiful California summer day, and the weather made the whole experience even better. The customer service was outstanding. Everyone was so kind, friendly, and attentive, which made us feel right at home. The prices are very reasonable for the quality of the food and overall experience. They also offer catering, have plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, TVs, public restrooms, and the restaurant is wheelchair accessible, which is always a plus. This was is my second visit, If you're looking for incredible pizza, a laid-back atmosphere, and amazing service, I highly recommend checking this place out!

We had a great experience at Pinyon! We ordered the Rosso and the Madonna, and both were delicious…read more The atmosphere had a wonderful vibe--relaxed, welcoming, and enjoyable. The service was friendly and attentive, and everything was clean and well-maintained. The indoor dining area is beautiful, and the restaurant is located in a lovely neighborhood that adds to the overall experience. We'll definitely be back and would highly recommend Pinyon to anyone looking for great food and a great atmosphere.

Had a great time at Yume! This place is simple but have some character to it. Loved it. Our…read moreattendant was very nice, service was prompt! Japanse cuisine have taken cooking of chicken and meat next level. It's so so perfectly done that it melts in your mouth. I had chicken salad , chicken was perfectly done , had enough dressing. The salad dish is very wholesome. Rice burger is nothing but grilled meat inside white rice shaped like patty. It can be a good way to avoid gluten. Takoyaki are small hot and crispy savory balls, happened to be my favorite dish ! Very nice place to have casual lunch or dinner !

A "Must Visit!" Location whenever you're in the Ventura County, Santa Barbara or even from Los…read moreAngeles County, it will be worth it! It's an iconic Japanese Wagyu Burger restaurant in the middle of Downtown Ojai! Inside seating at the front of the restaurant offers street views of downtown Ojai... Interior seating offers epic murals of printed advertisements from old time Japan... Outdoor seating is just as picturesque with painted murals with cute & adorning phrases! Let's make this place viral and The Place to dine whenever anyone visits Ojai, spread the word and share this review! I visit at least once a week now since I ride my bike from Ventura via the Ventura River and the Ojai Valley Trails... a marathon ride! Their menu is vast and their daily special is the best value. For less than $15 you can have a delicious Wagyu Burger (with cheese - I order mine without) with fries AND a drink of your choice! Of course a generous tip will bring it up to $16-18!=o) The owners are most friendly, they're both from Tokyo! Brandon is the best... He opens early whenever there's someone waiting for the doors to open at Noon. I was here around 11:35A twice and he opened the door, gave me ice water, said I can use the bathroom and he'll take my order as soon as he's ready. I ordered l, paid, and received my food before the restaurant was opened for business! He said that he thinks that this is what his boss would do since he saw him do it... Now, that's elite service, above and beyond call of duty! Additionally, they play 70s, 80s, & 90s Pop Music! My first 2 visits here turned me off since the music had vulgar f words with mentioned body parts... I was going to mention it on my 3rd visit but they changed the music. Must be a change of personnel?=ox Anyways, what are you waiting for? Bring your families & friends and come visit, eat & tip well, take a lot of pix & vidz... believe me, you'll be taking some inside the bathroom too!=o)

so delicious. I had to go back. first time for lunch I order salmon lunch. this time teriyaki…read morechicken. so much food I could not eat it all. delicious. hot. served by the owner. well worth stopping in to take a break. atmosphere is relaxing.

Had a great time at the new happy hour and great service from the staff and Richard! Come check out…read morethe great prices and fun happy hour bites.