This cafe is one of those teleportation spots, where you feel like you've suddenly appeared in…read moreanother destination. Today, we indulged in southern charm. Beautiful weather in a covered outdoor seating area. Light breeze. The food was rich and delicious. My matcha was refreshing. Southern hospitality. Loved it! The 25 minute wait on a Sun afternoon was totally worth it. Makayla, our server, was EXCELLENT... patient and attentive. She brought out the package of matcha so I could decide if I wanted to order it or not. Totally unexpected and appreciated.

I had rated this New Orleans style "bistro" a "4" last time, but I'm raising them to a "5", due to…read moreone of the best po'boys I've ever eaten. And that includes 9 years of New Orleans living! I had the catfish po'boy, my husband had the gumbo, and we were both highly satisfied. My only complaint is the amount of dressing in their cole slaw, but when I complained he offered to swap it for a side salad. Side salad, indeed! It was huge. All in all, a nice night out, again.

How have I never done a review for Bloom?! If there's an award for 'best customer service' it goes…read moreto Ixy!! Truly 10 star service, during a pandemic, no less! I don't live in Ojai but would be there for a week for my gf's birthday and the only thing she asked for was a cake. I had *no* idea how I was going to surprise her with a cake, but Ixy not only helped me plan but delivered and followed up on how things went! We messaged back and forth via IG and then texting and she couldn't have been more patient, accommodating and helpful to keep the surprise a secret. In fact, it took a small team of some incredibly kind women to help pull this all off and I'll never forget that. I'll definitely have to get more goodies from Bloom next time I'm in Ojai- such an amazing experience!!

Could not locate bakery. We left Ike's around and did not see anything but what looked like a…read moreneighborhood. I called and it went to vm. No one was available to take the call which was a bummer. Too busy?

So good! Everything is really good and creative, the place is so cute. They have tables inside if…read moreyou want to sit down. I have no complaints, everything is delicious!

This is pretty great bingsu! This place is located right across from Gen in the Collection & is…read morevery clean and cute inside. The large serving can be split easily with 2-3 people, and tastes delicious. However, it took a while to be prepared, and is a bit pricey for what it is. The strawberry bingsu was super fresh, but it was very runny at the bottom as soon as it was served. Would get again though!

We went for brunch on Mother's Day. The patio was very busy, but inside had only a couple of tables…read moreoccupied. We opted to sit in a booth inside. We waited for 20 minutes before my husband got up and asked the bartender to help us. Meanwhile the owner was walking around talking to people. Someone finally came over and she said a server was MIA and the kitchen was slammed. She wasn't A server, but the marketing manager. She finally brought us coffee and water. A server eventually showed up and was very nice and efficient...the food was great!

My husband and I were staying at the Santa Paula Inn, and within walking distance we found Parque…read more1055, a farm‑to‑table restaurant that had recently been remodeled. The space looks terrific -- modern, fresh, and very inviting. We started with the artichoke hearts appetizer, and it was absolutely delicious. We also enjoyed a bottle of Justin Cabernet Sauvignon, which paired perfectly with the meal. For dinner, I ordered a simple burger with lemon‑dressed salad, and my husband chose the seafood pasta gumbo. Both dishes were excellent -- fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. We couldn't skip dessert, so we shared the key lime pie, and it was the perfect finish. Everything we tried was tasty, well‑prepared, and beautifully presented. Between the upgraded atmosphere, the great service, and the quality of the food, this restaurant was a wonderful surprise. I highly recommend Parque 1055 to anyone visiting Santa Paula.

While in Ojai, I stopped in for some ice cream and was pleasantly surprised by the wide variety of…read moreflavors. I went with a classic vanilla and chocolate swirl, and there were plenty of toppings to choose from as well. You can order your ice cream in either a cup or a cone. Ice cream is by weight. Great service and seating is available outside the shop, which adds to the relaxed, small-town vibe. Parking is convenient, with several public lots nearby.

Review is for a time : 6:18 on Mother's Day. They tried to serve me a half cone, not full, refused…read moreto give me my order. Ridiculous place, ice cream is crap too, doesn't look like they clean up the machines.

We went for a tasting of these honeys as we were in the Ojai area. And Yelp reviews seems to love…read morethis place. So we went. We did the tastings for $8 per adult for 15 types of honeys. We were the only ones in the store so we had the whole place to ourselves. It was nice, but also a bit awkward. The store manager/owner was definitely knowledgeable when it comes to honey and a bit of friendliness would have gone a long way. I do appreciate the cute storefront and how neat everything was. We ended up with 3 little jars of honey and the chocolate honey caramels to take on the road.

A store and they have a honey tasting bar!! So many types of honey and I appreciated that the…read moresignage had what to use the honey for! I bought a few different small jars to test and will be back for my favorites! The salesperson was quick with checkout and offered the honey tasting to everyone that came in. Fun!

WOW. I was lucky enough to score one of Skylar Bryce's assorted pie boxes this past weekend and my…read morelife.is.changed. This week's box had coconut passionfruit lime, strawberry lemon meringue and banana cream. Truly cannot choose a favorite, these were three of the most beautiful, bursting with flavor slices of pie I have ever had. I don't even know if I liked pie before this order, but now it might be my favorite dessert!? These slices are high-end, decadent desserts that are well worth it. It's clear that Skylar is passionate about her pies and is so, so talented. Cannot wait to place my next order!

I had originally seen Skylar's pies on Instagram and thought they looked gorgeous. Once a friend of…read moremine told me she had tried them and said they tasted as good as they looked, I knew I had to track some down to taste for myself. She was absolutely right! Skylar posted her pies for the week on Wednesday on her Instagram account, and I was able to purchase a pie slice box (3 different slices for $35) for pick up in Ventura on Sunday. This week's pies were strawberry cream, lemon with meringue, and coconut cream. They were all beautifully decorated and baked to perfection. The coconut cream was my favorite because it had a salty crust that paired well with the sweet coconut. But honestly, they were all so delicious! I will definitely be re-ordering more of these pie slices soon. They were worth every penny.

Carrara's Pastries in Moorpark never disappoints. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the…read moreattention to detail here is genuinely impressive. Within ten seconds of walking in, I was greeted by Ama, who set the tone for the whole visit. She was warm, welcoming, and attentive throughout. She even let me sample different gelato flavors and suggested some great dishes to try on my next visit. That kind of thoughtfulness goes a long way. The affogato here is on another level. Most places serve it in a paper cup where the espresso and gelato just blend into a mushy mess. Not here. Carrara's presents it beautifully on a stone tray, with a proper espresso cup and a transparent glass so you can actually see the layers of gelato and espresso. And Ama personally poured the espresso tableside, which really topped off the whole experience. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. Will definitely be back.

As a fan of their Agoura Hills location, Carrara's Moorpark cafe blew me away…read more I started off my meal with a delicious cappuccino and Velina, a dark chocolate and hazelnut version of their famous Golosa dessert. 5/5 Tuscan Vegetable Campanelle - It's one of their most popular pasta dishes, and I can see why. The campanelle shape is the perfect vehicle for the bright marinara sauce and pairs well with chunky pieces of mushroom, zucchini, and perfectly-cooked cherry tomatoes. This was the perfect place to enjoy a leisurely brunch with friends, and I can't wait to visit again!

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

It was my first time trying gelato at Bacio, and it looked beautiful--but the taste was even…read morebetter. Mimi, the employee who helped me, was funny, friendly, and very helpful. She made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Amazing service. I'll definitely be back!

I know these places have been popping up everywhere, but in my experience it's not without just…read morecause. The gelato here is SOOO good and they have some great dairy free options as well. Super cute vibe, like a country Italian kitchen and the ingredients are all real food not filler and junk, and you can definitely tell. No weird aftertaste in the sorbet like some places. So far I have been to 3 locations, yes I have a problem, leave me alone. And every place I have been to the staff have been incredible, generous, kind, and seem very happy to work there. The friendly staff is noticeable and very much adds to the overall experience. One thing to note, not all locations have the same flavors so if you're not willing to explore it's worth a quick call to see if they have your favorite on hand that day :).