We stopped by The Dutchess in Ojai for a quick bite for breakfast and it did not disappoint! I…read moreordered a Bloody Mary to drink while waiting in line. The line was long but moves quickly. I ordered a ham and cheese croissant served with a gherkin and everything was absolutely delicious. The croissant was perfectly flaky and buttery, the ham and cheese were flavorful, and the gherkin added the perfect tangy crunch. The Bloody Mary was well-balanced and refreshing but I wish it had celery. The atmosphere was charming, relaxed, and exactly what you'd hope for in Ojai. The staff was friendly and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. I can't wait to come back and try more from the menu. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great breakfast or brunch spot!

Came here for breakfast on a Tuesday and wasn't overly impressed and don't agree with the 4.1 star…read morerating. The woman taking orders at front must be new because she put in the wrong order and then, after we asked if the pastries could be warmed up and were told 'no', responded with 'oh okay, then nevermind', she still boxed up the pastry and charged us for it. We hope she took off the danish order we rejected (as she took back the pastry), but we didn't keep the receipt to see. If you're new, then repeat back an order to make sure you heard everything correctly. Also, why can't pastries be heated? So strange. We each ordered the congee and while the chili oil offers a nice bite, there is no flavor beyond chili oil. The chai oat milk latte was nice but that's the only thing. It's a super cute spot, has fresh flowers everywhere, a pool table, and a nice front and back bar.

We had a great experience at Yume! The burgers were super tasty and delicious. Lots of flavor!!…read moreThe fries were good but I feel could have had more flavor. The service was great and very friendly. We enjoyed our time here. Also loved the Miyazaki art in the bathroom!!

Came here on 1.1.2026 - around late lunch at 3pm when visiting Ojai. The place is dog-friendly,…read morewith a back patio for guests bringing their pups, plus two booth seats at the front. The spicy chicken burger was loaded with crispy fried chicken and came with fries. The boneless chicken wing rice bowl was a highlight too--super tender yet crispy chicken, served with salad, boiled edamame, and miso soup. Ordering is done first before getting seated, and a number is given so the staff can bring the food over. Inside, the Japanese-style wallpaper gives a totally different vibe compared to the outdoor area. Definitely a must-visit spot when in Ojai.

If you're looking for comfort food with a side of nostalgia, Bonnie Lu's Country Café is basically…read morea time machine disguised as a diner. Walking in feels like somebody hit play on a 1978 jukebox and never stopped in the best way possible. Between the down home atmosphere, the classic comfort food, and the steady soundtrack of 70s and 80s hits, I half expected to see my aunt serving meatloaf while debating disco vs. Fleetwood Mac. The service top notch! The vibe is pure small-town Americana. No fake trendy farmhouse aesthetic. No $22 avocado toast. Just good people, solid food, endless coffee refills, and music that makes you want to stay for "one more cup." If you grew up anywhere near a family diner, this place feels familiar the second you walk through the door.

All is good in Ojai! Greeted by the team and seated soon after, we stopped by Bonnie's as we were…read morecraving a classic breakfast. We got the Titus Omelette which was egg white, mushrooms with spinach and chicken with a side of country potatoes and wheat toast. The other thing that I'm writing home about is their corned beef hash. Amazing! I was worried since I didn't see it on the menu, but ask and you shall receive. An off menu item, made in house was pure deliciousness. Crispy, hearty with the soft steamy potatoes. We are fans! Their country potatoes are not greasy, they're hot, soft, fluffy, and crispy. The marbeled rye with butter and jelly were also great to balance out the savory I promise it's not burnt! Lol it's marbled. Definitely recommend and would come back to make it an Ojai tradition!

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

The food here is exceptional and the service is superb. Attentive without hovering and everyone…read morewho works here is so welcoming and friendly - always with smiles on their faces. The ambience is clean and quaint with assorted pictures of local favorite Johnny Cash on the walls. I honestly question the 2 disatisfied reviews regarding customer service or the food being bland but, as you'll see from the overwhelming majority of reviews, this simply isn't the case :) Prices are beyond reasonable (especially for this area). My personal favorite are the Lemon Ricotta pancakes - so delicious!

I had a ride to take some hschool kids up to "the camp". I do this every year and I've seen this…read morecafe place but as time would have it I didn't stop for a neal. Today was different...and on the way home I stopped. Now it was later in the morning but I had breakfast on my mind. Once inside I saw the counter and there I sat. Coffee arrived a moment later and I was reading the menu. Simple and to the point, the carne asada omelet that sounds good, no potatoes fresh fruit please. It wasn't long and my breakfast arrived. Nothing fancy here Omelet and a bowl of fruit. The Omelet looked small at first but once I realized the amount of carne asada and I was sold. This bad boy was full of it asada that is and the best mix of different fruit I've seen in a long time My choice of bread was a biscuit with a dab of gravy. Gravy tasted like dry mix with a little help from the cook, good but not to memorable on parker house roll size and was "with" so..no complaint. I gobbled the breakfast and swore I'd stop in on my run to pick up the kids. We'll see. Needless to say this is a no nonsense cafe. This is a no fluff diner, the interior is quite stark, blank but I wasn't here for frills or the romance. The delicious carne asada Omelet made my stop worthwhile and certainly worthy of four star Later Foodguy-Martin

Best breakfast place in town. Great food and the views are hard to beat! Their salsa and refried…read morebeans are really yummy.

My family has been coming up here for years but sadly I will not be coming here again because of…read morethe astronomical price increase. Cheeseburger, fries, and coke = $23.00, regular house salad = $15.00, 5 breakfast burritos = $80.00. No way man! I feel really bad leaving this review for the owners Carlos and Nancy but C'mon!

Tl;dr nice outdoor patio, ok food, mixed service…read more Guac and chip is actually a flat tostada (grilled round tortilla). You get three but need more which they will give you. Guac had a bit more mint and lime than I'd prefer. Chicken asado torta: served on a bolillo which is like a Mexican baguette. The asadero cheese is buttery, pairing well with the green salsa. Came as three mini sandwiches. Enjoyable and repeatable. Chicken tortilla soup: wait, what? It's not on the menu but pretty sure this is what my dining companion ordered. She said she enjoyed it but... I order an Arnold palmer which seemed straightforward. But when I asked for a refill later in the meal, the waiter told me they had to make some more. I didn't realize that meant 20 mins. At least I know his house made and fresh. We had three servers which is not uncommon in a hotel/resort setting but they didn't always talk to each other. Come for the setting.

We spent two nights at Hotel El Roblar last month and had breakfast at La Cocina included with our…read morestay. We went both mornings, and while the a la carte menu was tempting (I perked up when I saw the uni and egg dobladita), we stuck to the small but very good buffet. The space was lovely, in keeping with the rest of the beautiful hotel. It was El Roblar's casual daytime restaurant, with both indoor and outdoor seating and an easy, comfortable atmosphere. Table service was friendly, if mostly hands off. I don't usually eat breakfast, but I grazed the offerings while we were there. I really liked both the Greek and coconut yogurt, as well as the honey and fresh berries set up beside them. There were cured meats and cheese, bread and pastries, including two kinds of conchas and some excellent scones with jalapeño, cheddar, and corn. I enjoyed the fluffy, savory black pepper and Gruyère quiche. I also took advantage of the cut fruit, some high quality melon, fig, plum, and nectarine. I'd be curious to sit down for a fuller meal, but I was quite happy with our breakfasts at La Cocina. We enjoyed the food and ambiance, the gentle beginnings of idyllic Ojai days.

The food and service was excellent. Yummy sourdough baguette and brioche. Each meal came with…read morefresh spring mix. I'm coming back to try different meals on the menu. I highly recommend it.

They just opened the beginning of April and the food, service and vibes were all great! The menu…read morechanges depending on what they have fresh and what they want to make. My friend got the "house salad" and it was incredibly fresh and flavorful. My sandwhich came with a small salad, fruit and cookies. It was a lovely meal and I will definitely be back!