This was a very lucky find! My Mom was visiting me and I brought her to Ojai to shop and do a little exploring. My Mom mentioned she was hungry and wanted pancakes and it was after lunch time so I wasn't sure we'd find a place to fit her craving. I'm trying to eat better (more organic, less gluten, sugar, etc) for my auto-immune, so I did a Yelp search. We found this cute little house off on a side street, sound parking and then went in to check out the menu. I wish I had spent a little time looking at the books, but the seating was full inside, so after we ordered we went outside. We shared, (now I wish we had each had our own!) :) the pancake, egg, bacon plate. My Mom got a hot cocoa and I got the Golden Milk. Everything was DELICIOUS! The staff was friendly and kind and I have not a negative thing to say and hope to go back soon! No sharing either! Lol read more

Absolutely delicious spot which sits off the beaten track. I am not sure I would go anywhere else in Ojai for brunch now! This cafe serves a range of brunch options and it also sells books! That is always a green flag to me. The brunch options are small but delicious, with every care taken to make them flavourful. I had a special (asparagus toast with aioli and a fried egg) and my partner had the turkey focaccia sandwich. Both had us eating slowly to take in every bite. The space is delightful too. There is a patio outside which is lively with groups of local people eating and chatting, then there is a garden out the back which is quieter and beautifully full of foliage to sit in on a sunny day. The inside is pretty too, with tiled tables, though there isn't loads of space so it may be a squeeze if it ever rains. I can't wait to go back to this spot. read more

This place is a gem! Food is top notch, coffee out of control gooooooood. Cory was taking care of us, and his personality and attention to detail made our experience even more better. There's a good curation of books and skateboards for purchase. Good rockin' playlist. Indoor and outdoor sitting. I love this place and will definitely be back. read more

OK, so I'm kinda new to Ojai but I love a great Cafe so Ive recently made the rounds regarding coffee shops and cafes in and around Ojai and hands down 3 Birds is at the top of the list. Just calling 3 Birds a coffee shop does it a disservice and gives Yelpers the wrong idea. The 3 Bird folks create more of a community where not only do they have great coffee, but a beautifully considered menu, a small but amazingly curated book store (easily perusable while waiting for your coffee concoction) and large outside area with picnic tables and a Xlarge chalk board for the kids or the kid in all of us. You're always greeted with a smile and a good word and they love making your coffee just the way you like it. Don't miss 3 Birds! read more

Loved the outdoor patio of this quaint tasty coffee spot. We stopped in for iced latte and iced americano on our morning walk; was surprised and thrilled to see the many gluten-free eats! Definitely on the list to go back for ears. The coffee was smooth and flavorful, no bitter after taste. Even purchased a local roasted bag of beans! Recommend stopping by the off the beaten path spot for good coffee. read more

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Vibes were good, great olive tree in the outside seating. Coffee was solid. Barista taking my order seemed disappointed when I ordered my matcha, but made the drink to my liking. I was satisfied with my time there. read more

What a gem !!! Quaint , adorable setting . Sat on patio and shared a table with another couple. We had the breakfast sandwich, cast iron fried egg ( to die for ) and cinnamon toast . They were all DELICIOUS. read more

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I came here by recommendation from Alex the owner of Sunoven. I requested a coffee shop that would be open past 2pm and she recommended Three Birds. The ambiance is both cafe and book store which I had not seen that concept before. I ordered an iced vanilla latte and turkey sandwich. The bread on the sandwich was toasted nicely and tasted like it was made in house. Additionally, I am not a big mustard gal however the mustard on this sandwich was the best mustard I have ever had. Loved the added touch of the pickled red onions. *pro tip* I didn't see any outlets to charge devices so if you decide to come here to work on electronic devices bring external chargers and/or make sure your lap top is charged. Overall, wonderful experience and I will be back! read more

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What a breath of fresh air! This is a delightful qwaint and cozy stop in for breakfast suitable for every kind of customer! Their menu is all tasty. The coffee is great! And best of all is their collection of BEST SELLING memorable books (partticularly childrens!) available for purchase! A must stop for visitors! read more

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This place is a gem. I visited two days in a row, while briefly in Ojai and I imagine this would be 'my spot' if I lived in the area. Excellent coffee. Tasty food. Wonderful service. Great atmosphere. It's a winner. Which I suppose to some would mean I should keep quiet so it stays that way (hehe), but it's too special not to share . See you next time, Three Birds! read more

Three Birds is the BEST! Not only are all the espresso drinks fabulous, the food could not be more fresh or flavor-packed, and the staff are lovely. You can't go wrong, but the cashew toast, the little gems salad, and the turkey sandwich are three of our favs! The ambiance and outdoor space is a lovely spot to grab breakfast or lunch with someone or catch-up on work. Highly recommend! Not only is it one of our fav spots in town, it is also where we hosted our welcome drinks/snacks during our wedding weekend in mid-May for about 60 people. Charlotte and Max were so great to work with - they were super communicative, flexible and made the planning process so easy. Charlotte and team put together the most beautiful and delicious charcuterie/veg spread - our guests couldn't stay away! Service was great and everyone loved it. Many of our wedding guests went back 2+ times before they left Ojai because they enjoyed it so much. We recently moved out of state but it will be one of our first stops when we are back in mid-May. :) read more

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Looove this spot! So many of their menu items were interesting and all sounded delicious. I just got the scrambled eggs with arugula salad and it was tasty and fresh. Staff are super sweet too. Drinks are good. We got a latte and enjoyed it. Wanna come back here!! They sell books too. So cute. read more

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Great atmosphere and staff is polite enough but service was sloooow. My wife ordered a spinach salad that was spinach, some cheese, candied walnuts, and 1/2 a hard boiled egg for $19. I just don't get who thinks is is ok to serve people this and get away with it. I had a breakfast sandwich that just fell apart in my hands. This place use to be pretty good but I guess they just stopped caring. read more

Such a cute little spot in the town! Came here on a Saturday morning and it was buzzing with people. Sounds like it was a spot commonly visited by locals and visitors alike! I got a banana chocolate chip loaf and vanilla latte which we enjoyed on the patio. Would absolutely come again next time i visit ojai! read more

The food was delicious, drinks were perfect, service was great, and ambiance was just what we were looking for. We sat in the outdoor patio, it was comfortable, chill, and food came out quickly. Will definitely visit again. read more

Three Birds - Cast iron fried eggs and iced matcha latte - Cafes Near Me - Ojai, California

Cute spot and very nice staff. Food unfortunately didn't meet the mark for us and I remember that from our last visit also - especially for the price point. I would recommend going for the coffee and sitting outside on the lovely patio. read more

The people, the coffee, the food, the place...in that order were amazing. Other than that, we loved the experience. Best hidden gem for a first timer. Another patron brought in her dog...that was special as well. read more

I understand this is a town full of tourists who want to broadcast their dietary restrictions and complicated drink orders as it increases their social wellness capital and perpetuates their orthorexic aura, but you need to streamline the ordering process. Each party took about 7 minutes to order, pub style, so you stand and watch as the person behind the register triple confirms every detail. I have truly not ever seen anything quite like it. Stuff is fine. Locals know this is a cursed location, but it seems like they're making it happen, just at a glacial pace. (Unrelated, but all these tourists are so poorly dressed: maxi dresses and running shoes, matching two pieces in flesh tones and espadrilles. Wild) read more

I visited here for the first time with my bestie, and they were so amazing! I truly appreciate that they have gluten free menu And the banana pancake was phenomenal!!! Feels very gentle to my body, and I felt that they picked great ingredients carefully. Staff were also very nice and friendly. Atmosphere is so cute and cozy. So lovely!!!!! read more

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I loved this place. Couldn't decide between all the enticing menu items. Eventually I had a toast with a kale pesto. I wish every place made kale pesto this good! The service was great. It's cute inside and out. Lots of regulars. I also love their book selection! Lots of books by queer authors and authors of color, for all age ranges and reading levels. Next Ojai visit, we will definitely be back. read more

I am local Ojaian, but first time here. Impressive personalized friendly service and great coffee and food. Full breakfast/brunch menu that is locally sourced, made to order fresh/hot and fast and very health conscious. I had recent bowel surgery and have a limited diet and I can enjoy my breakfast and get work done. Beautiful inside with outlets and large covered (umbrellas) comfy outdoor patio. Lots of family/kid friendly space. Opens at 7am! read more

Three Birds - House baked English muffin with fruit jam and peach/beet salad. - Cafes Near Me - Ojai, California

Great little cafe with music coming out of the wall. They have a little bookstore as well with some unique finds. The vanilla latte was pretty good wish it were larger tho. Tiny little guy. read more

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Three Birds and the lovely owners could not have been more wonderful to work with in hosting our recent post wedding brunch. They helped coordinate all the details, made menu recommendations and were gracious hosts during our time there. We booked this a little late in the game and they were responsive and excellent in their communication to pull this off in a quick turnaround. Perfect venue for a casual post event brunch - highly recommend! read more

Wonderful ambiance!! The poached egg with pesto is my favorite dish! Great offerings outside of coffee too! Books galore. Big fan!

I don't get the hype about this place besides location and cute patio tables. The food is mid and absolutely overpriced with not many options. The coffee is mid, and the matcha I ordered was ... mid. I ordered the green detox juice and it was 100% poured from bottle to cup, not fresh. Needless to say having to stand in line for 30 minutes because it's always packed doesn't add to the experience. Won't be going again. read more

Such a cute coffee shop in Ojai. A beautiful outdoor courtyard with a mature olive tree. So lovely to sit outside and enjoy your coffee. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful and they have a lovely selection of books for purchase. The menu has wonderful, healthy food options, and great coffee. I was very impressed by the coffee. Delicious espresso and wonderful latte. read more

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The best coffee shop in Ojai! We are here visiting for 6 weeks and this cute little spot opened up shortly after we got here & we are so thankful. The owners are super friendly and welcoming. They offer Locally roasted coffee (Bonito), matcha, chai, lattes, etc. All of their syrups are made in house. They offer sweet and savory organic, local, gluten free and vegan options (bone broth, savory toast, breakfast cakes, porridge, etc.). They have an amazing selection of books for children and adults, so this would be a great spot to pick up a gift. There is a ton of outdoor seating and an area for children to play. If you're a local, they have a sign up sheet for a book club (I wish I was staying!). They also plan to obtain a liquor license. The vibe is amazing and filled with love. I've tried the vanilla matcha with oat milk, vanilla latte and their golden mylk. All delicious and would order them again. Their golden mylk is homemade and they recommend adding a shot of espresso ... can't wait to try it! read more

Interesting menu, GF options and great coffee. I hesitate to say this is a great breakfast spot because I want to keep it to myself. Nice outdoor seating. read more

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Decent spot but be warned they don't have straws. The barista seemed to think straws are illegal in CA... So please inform your staff that straws aren't illegal. read more

Such a nice and unique little coffee shop with a wall full of books for some food-for-thought. Yummy ice coffee and iced chai latte. Plenty of room both in and outside. The staff was super nice, welcoming and courteous which was a refreshing experience. Will be back as soon I can to try more foods and drinks. This is why I love Ojai! read more

Checked out this recently reopened coffee spot and ordered earl grey tea and a breakfast sandwich. Both were excellent! Also had house made cashew milk on the side with my tea, it was delicious! Overall a great experience and will definitely go again. Prices are worth it, breakfast sandwich was huge. read more

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Great vibe and highly recommended. Relaxing music and delicious beverages and food. Try to find hard boiled eggs for a buck anywhere else. Excellent homemade hot sauce and cashew milk. Can't wait to try other items. read more

Great coffee!! Good looking treats (didn't have time to try them). Indoor and outdoor seating.

Delicious breakfast, good strong coffee with refills and fun outside seating area. Will definitely return if I'm ever back in Ojai.

Delicious Namara latte - vanilla/orangey delight! The best banana pancakes and breakfast sandwich with pesto! Yummmm! Great service as well. Highly recommend Three Birds if you're in Ojai! read more

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Good matcha latte and turkey sandwich Fast coffee service interesting flavor loved the crispy bread.

Best matcha I've ever had, nicest staff, amazing food! Best coffee / cafe in Ojai! I would go here everyday if I could! The cutest space (both indoors and outdoors) plenty of parking and best of all they have books you can purchase which is a nice touch. 10/10 go there! read more

Amazing food, great service, I had the best roasted turkey sandwich in my life. Homemade bread. That was yesterday and I'm going back again today. The ice tea is red and delicious. I'm addicted The ambience is so serene. Just crazy about this place! read more

Tastey food. Gluten free and vegan options. Home made, fresh food. Pleasant atmosphere.

This little gem off the beaten path in ojai is very sweet, lovely out door patio and additional play area out back. Super charming. Great book selection, very well curated and the coffee and the food are delicious. read more