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    Little Gem

    3.6 (44 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Alice Q.

    Cute eatery. We sat out o. the patio. Was a slow Wednesday evening. We had excellent service. We enjoyed coctails and server suggested the steak frites which was sooo delicious. The skinny crunchy fries were excellent. My pork belly dish the pork was not as delicious wishes there was more veggies. Our drinks were great and had $1 discount for happy hour! Loved the aesthetic!

    Cavatappi cheese pasta and pork belly
    Caro F.

    I went with my kids for dinner. We sat in one of the three indoor tables so not to be cold outside. They have more seating outside but only two heated lamps that day that were in use. Service was good and attentive. We did two simple pasta dishes, some pork belly and I had a glass of Sauvignon blanc. Nothing fancy or spectacular but it was good and of good value for price!

    Jolie F.

    Drinks.... Out of a whim, we decided to stop in this new restaurant on a Friday night for a drink or two in downtown Ojai on the main drag. The restaurant opened in May 2025. This is a cute little restaurant with a good size patio, per the size of the restaurant, and a small indoor space featuring two high tables, a table by the window for two and seating at the bar. Equally small is the kitchen that offers an array of food. Our main purpose of this visit was for a drink or two- the menu features an array of unique cocktails. They have a full bar, so the bartender can make you any drink your heart desires. Plus the restaurant offers happy hour Monday- Thursday. After a drink we decided to try some light food- we ordered a vegetarian dish that had solid flavors. The dish was not overly large, but enough for a meal if an appetizer or salad is ordered. Throughout our night we had solid service from the staff- the staff was very attentive. We even treated to some nice music from the patio area. Based on our experience, we would stop in again for dinner and perhaps happy hour.

    Drinks and chill
    Rob C.

    Food - cocktails, wine, beer small bites like olives, papayas bravas, grilled asparagus. Salads and mains. Had the burger and it is served with 8 oz patty. Surprisingly a good burger with its tomato and carmelized onion compotes. Burger comes with skinny fries. Good combo but fries was slightly undercooked. But imagining it as crispier, this combo would be dynamite. They have happy hour all day Wednesday and Thursday and 3-6 on Friday and 6-8 on Sunday. Service - good and friendly Ambiance - clean and modern and cozy. Verdict - since I overheard that they are just open for 3 weeks, they are headed in the right direction. Room for improvement as they say but it's getting there. Burger is good! But fries could definitely be better cooked. But when in Ojai, do try them.

    Cauliflower Soup and Pork Belly
    Michael B.

    The location is fab - the second best in Ojai (I think Topa Topa has a better spot). The ambiance is peaceful. Beautiful inside decor. Inside seating is small; more space outside and it's very comfortable. Staff is great - the girls do a good job. I popped in on a Sunday afternoon for a lite lunch. The wine selection is small and okay. But the pour I got was really small (see photo). At first I thought she was giving me a sample but no that was my glass. So I had to go easy on it during my meal. The cauliflower soup was delicious - I was actually surprised because I generally don't like cauliflower. The pork belly was okay. I needed more asparagus (they don't give you much), eating just pork belly is no fun. It needs an accompaniment. All in all was okay. There are some other items on the menu I'd like to try so I suspect I might be back sometime in the future.

    DOES every menu need a burger?
    Brian P.

    Small wine list. The Oaxacan Jade was way too limey; the mezcal was buried. Every menu must have a burger? Um, idk... but the fries were good.

    Asparagus w/ whipped goat cheese

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    Food and drinks were terrific. Chill vibe. Server Lulu was awesome. Highly recommend.

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    10 months ago

    Great little gem in Ojai! Nice outdoor seating, terrific gnocchi and warm olives. Definitely recommend

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    Delicious Chopped Greek salad and wine in a charming outdoor venue. And Jayme gave our table excellent service. Thank you!

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    Specials were amazing! Ingredients were very fresh. Margaritas aren't too sweet and so delish!

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