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    Hip Vegan

    4.5 (698 reviews)
    ModerateVegan
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Caesar salad 5/5
    Zsanae K.

    Big thanks to Reylene. She was knowledgeable & super helpful in helping me pick out the right meal. Loved the fresh & perfectly dressed Caesar salad. The burger was unique & protein packed. So much flavor in everything. One of my fav restaurants!

    Date Cacao Smoothie... so Creamy and delicious.
    Laura R.

    Very popular spot in Ojai! We were there last weekend, on Sunday. We arrived soon after they opened. It was perfect timing as the line grew after we placed our order. It was our first time and the cashier was very helpful, and friendly. The food was awesome. My boyfriend and I shared our food because we wanted to taste everything! The restaurant is nice, clean, and hip. We really enjoyed the experience. The outside area is super cute as well.

    The LITTLE sign to right of door.
    Danada M.

    Came here with a Vegan friend. EVERYTHING on this menu is vegan. AND if you are not vegan you can safely eat here with a vegan friend. There is NO BIG SIGN to find this place. There is only a small sign to the right of the glass entry door. I ordered the hamburger with the vegan patty and asked for pickles too. IT WAS GREAT! Yes it is not meat, but the patty is delicious! It reminded me more of a GardenBurger patty. I'm sorry I forgot to take pictures because it's beautiful too! We also enjoyed the gunpowder fries. They are a little spicy but delicious. They are served with a mild curry catchup and another dipping sauce. Both were great. They also have regular catchup and mustard for those of us who are traditional. So if you have non vegan friends you'd like to go eat with, this is a great option where I think you and they can eat happily together! If you find this review useful please vote!

    The Old Fashioned burger  tasty AF!
    Tim C.

    The food, as usual is amazing. There isn't a meat-loving burger eater who can honestly say he/she doesn't like this Old Fashioned burger. It tastes amazing and tastes even better knowing no animal was tortured for it.

    Jackfruit Burrito & Khao San Noodles
    Julian A.

    Super yummy! Yes everything is vegan, even the sour cream in the burritos!! Prices aren't outrageous, either, so that's a plus. If you're vegan or doing lent or even want to just eat better & for animals please come check it out.

    Elizabeth R.

    The food is incredible. I cycled from Ventura to get here, uphill, inhaled this Asian salad which was truly the best thing I ever ate. If I lived here I'd be spending all my money at this establishment.

    Dragon smoothie
    Nina R.

    A must every time I'm in Ojai, even if only for a dragon smoothie as I walk around. You can just taste the freshness and the good-for-you ingredients! Service is friendly. The interior isn't much to look at, but the exterior space more than makes up for it. So green, so lovely, so peaceful, and well appointed, with ample seating.

    Tiger bowl
    Katie C.

    I haven't had much experience with eating vegan dishes but after a meal at Hip Vegan I'd love to incorporate more vegan dishes into my life. I got the Tiger bowl. Visually, it was beautiful and colorful. Tastewise, it was delicious. It was surprisingly filling and kept me quite content until it was time for the next meal. There are indoor and outdoor seating options. I found my experience at Hip Vegan quite peaceful.

    Coleslaw. Just cal if coleslaw ..
    Sunny S.

    I like going to Hip for the vegan food, but their coconut lime in the coconut, which is under entrees, and makes you think it's a rice entree, is just Cole-slaw!! Finding a grain of rice in it, is like looking for a needle in a haystack. So upsetting.

    Burger
    Michelle L.

    We absolutely loved this place!! We wish they would open one in Orange County it would fit so well in Costa Mesa Newport. The food is absolutely delicious with tons of options - bowls, sandwiches, burgers, salads. They have wine and beer as well. We got rose twice and it was delicious. The cookies are so good and soft. We got peanut butter chocolate cookie and it was perfection. Staff was nice and the outside area is super nice with lots of shade and big trees outside. We liked it so much we are here 3 times on our visit. The sandwiches are super filling we loved everything we ate. We really wish that there was a place in Orange County like this!! It's such a fun vibe, amazing food, clean restrooms! Everything you need. We also tried the mango smoothie and it was cooling on a hot day!

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    Reuben sandwich was so good. Everything we had was amazing. **************************

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    Friendly staff, excellent food! What else could you want? Drove a bit to get there but well worth it!

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    A wonderful spot to hang out with friends and eat great vegan food. The staff is very nice and the service is great.

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    Maybe if you named the raw salad The Epic Salad or The Awesome Salad it would sell WAY better?

    I did not eat salad there, but I had the jackfruit burrito with barley and it was delicious. Jackfruit is like barbecued pulled pork.

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    The Dutchess - Spicy chicken on scallion waffle - this flavor profile is so good that it should be illegal

    The Dutchess

    4.1(656 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Man, my gf and I were in Ojai for a weekend and we ended up eating here all three days. First day…read morefor dinner, second for brunch, and third for brunch again. Every single thing they serve is quality. The chef and founder's got a cool story -- you can look up a short doc on YouTube. It's Bermese food mixed with American. The Biryani, Crispy Rice Salad, Potatoes, Breakfast Plate, Granola, Congee, and Spicy Chicken & Waffle are all great. Ask if you can have a side of their chili oil -- I believe it's made in-house and they even sell it to take home. I would've gotten a bottle but they were sold out! Their cafe is also awesome. We got their chocolate chip cookie, croissant, danish (forgot which one), and sourdough and they were all good. Drip coffee is good + their caffeinated black tea (also forgot the name)! Lastly, the customer service was top notch. Your server will check up on you every 10ish mins or so. Always very accommodating and very friendly, too. Best believe we'll be back sooner rather than later! Thanks The Dutchess Crew!

    Stopped in for coffee and pastries while visiting Ojai. They do offer a full brunch with hostess…read moreseating, but the front and outdoor seating areas are available if you're just stopping in for coffee and pastries. Both very well decorated. Orders are placed at the register and pastries are given to you right away, and you'll receive a table tent so they can bring your coffee out. The pastries were really good, with a nice variety to choose from. The only thing that would have made them even better is if the savory pastries were heated. The coffee, however, took quite a while to arrive. We had already finished our pastries and our table was cleared before it finally came out. I went back to grab a few more pastries, and while I was away, a gnat flew into my coffee. I brought it back to the register, and they graciously replaced it without any issue. The second cup came out quickly and was noticeably hotter than the first. It seems like Saturdays can get pretty busy, so it might be a better experience to visit during the week if you can. There are several public parking lots nearby, along with street parking

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    The Dutchess - Interior design

    Interior design

    The Dutchess - Naan good texture but the herb butter was just okay.

    Naan good texture but the herb butter was just okay.

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    Farmer And The Cook

    Farmer And The Cook

    3.9(627 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    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.

    This was a great first stop in Ojai! The ambiance was very inviting and the food was great…read more I would say, it's lovely healthy food in the style of Mexican dishes, but didn't really have a Mexican flavor profile. Definitely elevated and delicious, but don't expect the same spices and preparations. I had the goat cheese and veggies tacos, taquitos, and fresh chips and salsa. The chips and salsa were incredible and super fresh. I loved the homemade hot sauce as well. The star of the show for me was the seasonal persimmon smoothie. I couldn't believe how delicious it was, and for only $7?! The bathroom was pretty disgusting when I stopped in, but I will try not to hold that against them lol overall the restaurant was clean and the people were friendly!

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    Farmer And The Cook - Inside grocery store

    Inside grocery store

    Farmer And The Cook - I would like to give a review of Garrett's "Not a Chicken Sandwich"! It was the absolute best! I love the fresh garlicky aioli, crunchy pick

    I would like to give a review of Garrett's "Not a Chicken Sandwich"! It was the absolute best! I love the fresh garlicky aioli, crunchy pick

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    The Nest - Fried Chicken + Waffles: bacon buttermilk waffle, butter, crystal hot chicken, bourbon maple syrup + chili threads

    The Nest

    4.1(631 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    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.

    We visited the Nest on 04/04/2026 at about 6pm, before a show at the Ojai Playhouse. We actually…read morecame here after another restaurant had too long of a line. You pony up to the line, which moves pretty fast. You order your food, which will be brought to your table. All the seats are outside, most under some kind of shade. There is a large keg of water outside, that you can keep refilling your glass from. We were with a party of four; however, the two of us had the Pesto Chicken Pizza, which was yummy; however, quite a bit of the bottom/crust was a bit overly burnt -- otherwise, quite yummy. We also had the Fried Chicken Sammy with a Vegan Cesar salad. The chicken sammy was great with some bacon jam and onion. I was given a salad on the side; however, it was not at all a Cesar salad -- so I'm not sure what it was (I couldn't replicate it on the menu) Overall, a good experience; however, it just seemed that the order may have been rushed a bit creating a few too many mistakes. I would still return though.

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    The Nest - Fish tacos

    Fish tacos

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    Three Birds - our order facing the cute counter

    Three Birds

    4.6(87 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    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.

    The place was super cute. Amazing selection of books, seating inside and out. Menu had something…read morefor everyone. Staff was nice. I don't get the skateboard planks... are they for sale too or just display?? So why not 5-stars you ask? Well... I didn't think the food or coffee was that great honestly. The breakfast sandwich was so big, I don't know how anyone realistically eats it without getting egg all over their face or the whole thing sliding out from the bread and falling apart. It's pretty, but so sloppy once you dig in. The green pesto looked amazing but ultimately lacked flavor. The pickled shallots that came with it was so overpowering, (and mind you...I love shallots!) but I have to remove some. I ended up deconstructing the sandwich and eating it like a bagel with too much topping. Not so much a sandwich. The over easy egg was pretty, but didn't add any benefit. Maybe over hard would be a better option. Friend got avo toast. Once again super pretty, but she could tell the sliced eggs weren't as fresh and again the pesto was pretty flavorless. Lots of salt and pepper and hot sauce needed for both our dishes. Bread were over toasted, so cuts to the mouth roof top. Lattes were pretty, but tiny and coffee was meh. One bathroom, long wait. Order at counter and find a seat. Wait for them to call your name to drop off your food, but if you don't hear them or there are others with the same name... you get the picture. Come to think of it...My food did take took longer to come out and maybe it was because of those reasons! So skip the IG hype and go with Yelp reviews.

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    Three Birds - Coffee with cashew milk

    Coffee with cashew milk

    Three Birds - Vegan cashew cream toast :)

    Vegan cashew cream toast :)

    Three Birds - Three birds Breakfast with Dirty Chai Latte

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    Three birds Breakfast with Dirty Chai Latte

    Ojai Rotie - Chicken wrap

    Ojai Rotie

    4.4(614 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Ojai Rotie was our first lunch stop in Ojai, and it was absolutely great. The food and atmosphere…read morewere both excellent. We ordered the half chicken with sides and salads, avocado toast, and bread, and everything was delicious. The seating was easy enough to find, and we were able to sit comfortably in the shade. It's also dog-friendly, which is a huge plus The wine and alcohol suggestions were spot on and really added to the experience. We can't wait to come back on our next visit.

    Ojai Rotie came highly recommended by a few friends, so my partner and I were excited to give it a…read moretry. We arrived around 8 PM on a Sunday evening and there were a few parties still eating. We decided to order a half chicken as that was recommended as a good amount for 2. Since it was nearly the end of the night they only had a few pieces of pita bread left, so they gave us some sourdough to supplement. The pita bread was definitely tastier and paired more seamlessly with the chicken than the sourdough. Taste-wise, I enjoyed the garlic dip that accompanied the chicken, however the flavor of the chicken itself wasn't anything out of this world for me. I normally love potatoes but I wasn't huge on the taste and texture of the ones here. I thought the orzo was ok, but would recommend trying out their other options for side dishes. Overall, I'm glad I was finally able to drop by, but not sure if I'd find myself rushing back the next time I visit Ojai.

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    Ojai Rotie - After they show you to your table, head inside the kitchen to order your food.

    After they show you to your table, head inside the kitchen to order your food.

    Ojai Rotie - Whole chicken

    Whole chicken

    Ojai Rotie - Kellenade is  made with their locally grown lemonade and lavender.

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    Kellenade is made with their locally grown lemonade and lavender.

    Nocciola - Caprese

    Nocciola

    4.3(609 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$$$

    Located on El Paseo Rd this secluded little restaurant is a gem in Ojai with a menu that changes…read morefrequently! I ordered Tagliatelle Slow roasted duck ragú, seasonal mushrooms. My son decided on the Anatra Pan-seared duck breast which came with mashed potatoes and a red cabbage. My wife's choices was Tortelli Sweet potato ravioli, piave fondue, brown-butter, sage My DIL chose the Fish Filet special that came with Black Rice. We ordered sides of Roasted Potatoes and their mixed vegetable blend! We ordered several wines and soft drinks to accompany our dinners. All the dishes were excellent and the in house made pastas were absolutely amazing! Service was excellent from start to finish.

    We were on a girls trip and had reservations for dinner our first night in Ojai. I really enjoyed…read moremy cocktail - the Scotsman. It was well balanced and delicious. For food, we ordered a few things including the Cesare salad, Tortelli, scallops, seafood pasta, lamb shank, mushrooms, and one other special. Everything was ok, but nothing was particularly remarkable or interesting. All the food was well-prepared and the lamb was tender. The Cesare salad was good and so were the scallops. I wouldn't get the Tortelli again, it was plain. The service was poor. We had to flag the server down a few times. She didn't check in with us throughout the meal. My friend didn't like her cocktail and asked for a new menu and she ordered another drink. We didn't make a fuss and the server didn't ask about the full cocktail that she took away. I don't expect them to comp the drink, but the server should have at least asked what was wrong or why she didn't like it. Feedback is important and she didn't seem to want any. I expected better service at this restaurant, which is supposed to be one of the better restaurants in Ojai. Overall, I'd recommend going elsewhere if you're in town. The food was good, but nothing special and there are other great restaurants that are more affordable, with better service.

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    Nocciola - Dining Room

    Dining Room

    Nocciola - Duck confit

    Duck confit

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