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The Ranch House

3.8 (709 reviews)

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Cognac Chicken Liver Pate
Ashley S.

The last time I visited, I was honestly super disappointed. Definitely not the experience we had when we first tried it. I ordered the filet which was on special. I ordered it medium well & it came out medium rare. Not kidding, borderline rare. I swear the very middle was not cooked. I didn't want to complain considering everyone gives me a hard time for ordering a filet cooked almost well done anyways. Just let me live okay. The service wasn't as great either. Just felt like another ordinary restaurant, where's the magic? It was also my birthday (a special occasion) & it didn't feel special at all. I mean I know we're not at Disneyland, but if you're going to have the ambience scream fairytale, carry that vibe all the way through. From food to service. The first time I visited, maybe it was just an ideal table with an ideal server and ideal seasonal cuisine. For the price though, I'm looking for a home run every time.

"Charcuterie board"
Joie S.

WORST EXPERIENCE EVER!! Went with 5 girlfriends for happy hour, looking forward to a good time with good food and music. First, the so-called happy hour menu was sad, very limited. The server said the charcuterie board was substantial so 2 of us decided to share. There were 2-1/2 half inch "slices" of bread, a 2 inch piece of prosciutto, a small piece of salami and something that might have been ham; a caper berry, a tiny cornichon and a sprinkling of dried cranberries. Awful. The menu said crab cakes, but there was only one, no flavor. My friend sent it back. They took 40 minutes to tell one of us that what she ordered wasn't available. The Chardonnay was warm. The cosmopolitans had little to no liquor. This place used to be wonderful; now, I'll never go back. The music was good, though.

Michelle H.

We live about an hour outside of Ojai and a friend gave us a Groupon for this restaurant (which in the end we couldn't use and Groupon didn't give a full refund). Nevertheless, we were very excited to try something new! We had reservations on a Thursday night at 5, it wasn't busy yet. First off, the staff is very attentive and friendly (greeted warmly!), the atmosphere wasn't something I was expecting (which is a good thing!), we were seated next to the pond with all the wonderful Koi fish! My husband and I both got the three course meal, the perfect amount of food; since we also had bread (around $60 per person). I started off with: Burrata Toast: Burrata with toasted country bread, heirloom tomatoes, fresh farm arugula and balsamic reduction... this was a great starter! (however, I think the burrata could have been a little more fresh). Baby Gem Salad: Blue cheese crumble, bacon, cherry tomatoes, Ranch House dressing... simple salad, but it hit the spot. I think what I appreciate most is the portions; just enough where I don't get too full. Rack of Lamb: Sauté Couscous, spinach, Parmesan, mint yogurt... not sure how I felt about this. I love couscous and lamb; however I wasn't asked how I wanted my lamb cooked (which was a bit interesting), but it was still good. I will say they should get rid of the potato strips on top; I don't really think it goes well with the dish. As far as drinks go, I ended up getting the Barrel Aged Black Manhattan ($16) A subtle, spiced version of a beloved vintage... I really enjoyed this drink, it was nice and rich and perfect for the cold night out! My husband just ordered a Glenlivet neat and I will say the pour was generous! Overall, I enjoyed the atmosphere (though slightly outdated), however relaxing. The service was perfect, however the food could do with a bit of an adjustment.

Filet Mignon
Mojan D.

This place is really a sight to see. The outdoor is pretty incredible, which is great during COVID. They have heat lamps for the colder evenings as well. The menu changes for the season and each dish is finely curated - this is definitely fine dining! Came with a few friends and we each tried different items. Here was our verdict: - APPETIZER: The Crab Cakes were the best tasting, but the Duck Flatbread was HUGE (see picture). If you have a bigger appetite, go for the flatbread! - MAIN: We got the Filet mignon, Duck breast, and Halibut. We were all split on this one. I personally liked the Halibut the best but my friends enjoyed the duck breast a lot. -DESSERT: We got the cinnamon creme brûlée, lemon cheesecake, and flourless cake. We were split here as well but overall we enjoyed the creme brûlée A LOT! It is very sweet, so if thats not your thing, you've been cautioned! That being said, the reason I took off a star is due to the price. There are not too many "fancy" restaurants in Ojai compared to more populous cities, so maybe thats why the price is justified. But it was roughly ~$70 per 3 course meal for smaller sized portions and good food but not AMAZING food. I think Ranch House is perfect for a date night or special occasion because of its ambience, its finely curated meals, and soul! All of the staff was wearing masks, attentive to service, and worked with us well to ensure we had a great time. Just be prepared to spend a pretty penny! (Apologies for the pictures, they are screenshots from a video)

Lamb shank
Sean R.

Current price is $75 for 3 dishes and $90 for 5 Took my girl for her birthday and it was very disappointing... personally the ambience was okay it just felt like someone's backyard dressed up really well. We got the lamb shank and steak for entrees both were really bland. The highlight of these dishes were the vegetables as they had the most flavor mostly just coming from butter and salt. For appetizers we had the beef skewers and artichokes. The skewers had a marinade based with hoisin and some herbs that didn't feel like they paired together. The artichokes felt like they're the ones you'd get in a jar. Desert was very sad. The cheese cake were just two tiny squares that tasted worse than store bought frozen ones and the lemon cake was average. To be fair we're LA locals so we had a higher expectation for a fine dining experience when it came to the food. However, the service was really great! Some of the nicest and sweetest people we've ever met.

Yummy bread
Terri K.

Definitely a must while visiting Ojai for an elevated menu & amazing outdoor ambiance. Beautiful gardens, perfect outdoor dining & heaters for every table when it gets cool. 3 course or 5 course options. We had one of each. Overall the portions are definitely on the smaller size but the food is delicious. Bread & butter- really good with coarse salt on top. Mushroom Rockefeller-tasty but served on only 3 artichokes leaves. Seasonal soup Potato Leek-good. Nagoya Kale Salad & Baby Gem Salad- delicious but very small. Filet Mignon-excellent, cut through it like butter & a hearty portion. $75 for 5 course meal. Duck-the meat itself was just good, the glaze was tasty but I know I'm hard to please because I'm always comparing it to duck in France. $60 for 3 course meal. Apple Tart- very good Flourless Chocolate Cake- really delicious for a gluten free option. Friendly helpful staff & servers. I'd be happy to go back again.

From Entrance
Jacqueline A.

The Ranch house was quite an exquisite experience! The restaurant is nestled among some trails and residential area. It's a hidden gem with lovely garden surrounding the outdoor dining area. The Ranch House has been around for 75 years and offers a variety of fine dining. They offer three-course meal or five course meal per person. The service seemed a bit scattered as they were navigating the seating arrangements as well as providing adequate heaters for all guest. They do offer blankets for guest but had ran out due to a large party going on. The server was gracious enough to provide an additional heater near by table to stay warm during my meal.

View from our table
Blair T.

This was an ideal spot for a delicious meal in a beautiful setting. Our food and the staff were all 5-stars, however all of their seating is outside (which is lovely and ideal) and there are no fans. It's quite hot in the summer, and during our last of 3 courses, the flies were absolutely swarming us and our food, and I was drenched in sweat. Installing fans would have made a huge difference. In terms of food, everything was delicious. The cocktails were fabulous, the salads were satisfying, and the entrees were cooked perfectly. The wait staff was kind and knowledgeable. We'd definitely want to come back in more comfortable weather.

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Celebrated our 15th anniversary here a few weeks ago! The food was amazing and service was excellent.

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Been there forever. Great food. Great ambiance. Wonderful garden in the back where they grow their own herbs.

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Ask the Community - The Ranch House

Someone told us that you have a family night special on Wednesdays, but I don't see anything about it online...is that true?

Wednesday night happy hour. Food and drink specials and music 5-8 pm

Do they allow pets?

Yes dog friendly

Do you charge a corkage fee, if so, what is it?

Yes, $25.00 per bottle

Is there indoor seating available for winter months?

Yes, they do have inside dining.

Do they offer gift certificates?

Yes

Is the food great still?

No, my last visit the food was bland and tasteless

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