We're back at Boccali's! Last time we did a driving cruise through Ojai and we stopped by here for lunch. This time, we're camping in Ojai and we decided to come here for lunch before heading to our campground at Dennison Park. This time around, we ordered: - Antipasto Salad (good) - Medium Spinach Pizza (yummy and cheesy) - Lasagna (good and cheesy) - Pasta Alfredo (yummy and creamy) - Ravioli in Pesto Sauce (ok, we could have skipped this) - Strawberry Shortcake (yummm) Before we got seated, we had a long wait since they skipped our name on the wait list. Booo! We went up to ask them and got seated shortly after. By then, we were all hungry for food! Good thing that the food was delicious. read more

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Boccali's in Ojai was on our list to try during our first visit to Ojai, especially since it's a family-owned and operated restaurant. We were already pretty full from spending the afternoon in town, so we ordered a pizza to share, the scampi pasta, and a Caesar .The pasta was delicious. The pizza had a slightly off taste to me personally and the toppings seem to slide off, although the rest of our group seemed to enjoy it. The staff were very friendly and accommodating throughout our visit. The restaurant is situated on a main road and the seating outside is really nice. We also ordered the strawberry shortcake, and it was amazing. The strawberries were fresh and it was definitely a highlight of the meal. Overall, it was a pleasant experience and a nice spot! read more

Came to Boccali's mainly for dessert and honestly - it did not disappoint. The location is beautiful, and parking is fairly easy with their lot. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and the outdoor area especially has a really nice, relaxed vibe. Be prepared though, there is usually a long wait time, both for dining and even for pick up orders. It's definitely gets busy, but the staff does a good job and the service was friendly and efficient when we were there. We actually weren't even hungry and came specifically for dessert, and if you haven't tried their strawberry shortcake, you absolutely need to. It's so good - fresh, light, and just one of those things you keep thinking about after. Honestly, I wish we had eaten one there and grabbed another to go for later. read more

Took family here as we were in town for the Ojai Dance Festival. We sat inside as outdoor seating was full at that time. Greeted upon arrival and once seated. Waitress was friendly. Pizzas were delish. Would recommend to family and friends. Will try again when nearby again. read more

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Food's great, service is awesome, a nice restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. We're lucky in California (and in Ojai), as we're not freezing and snowing like the rest of the U.S. Played a round of golf at Soule Park about a mile away. Stopped in with my son for a quick after round bite. Had two pasta dishes, fettuccine Alfredo with chicken which was nice and creamy, also had the spaghetti with their pesto sauce with a side of their delicious Italian sausage. All pastas were delicious, and their garlic bread good too. Restaurant was clean, there was plenty of parking. Good Italian food in Ojai! read more

Boccali's Pizza & Pasta - Fettuccine Alfredo add chicken! Delish. - Pizza Near Me - Ojai, California

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Such a busy place but the employees do a fabulous job keeping things moving. I had the sincere pleasure of being served by Willoughby. He came to the table with a warm, sweet smile and a genuine love for people. He helped me choose the house lasagna and it was fantastic (10/10) with lots of stringy cheese and nicely cooked noodles and meat sauce. It's served piping hot so be sure to let it cool a bit. I had their 4 piece garlic bread that was chewed and soft with melted cheese. (9/10). The ambiance is relaxing, easygoing vibe with nice background music. Outdoor and indoor seating. Authentic Italian style vibe. I had to try their famous strawberry shortcake. I would give it an 8/10 as the strawberries were absolutely ripe and sweet with a fluffy whipped topping. The cake, however, was a bit dry and I only had a few small bites. An overall nice experience on my first night in Ojai. Moderate pricing. Thanks Will for making my dinner fabulous!! 5 stars to you! read more

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Good food. My favorite is the eggplant lasagna. Summer time, we like the tomato salad and strawberry shortcake. Service is always good. Their outdoor dining has nice ambiance. read more

Sorry to say this is the worst pizza I ever had...We got the large combo heavy on the green pepper and red onion, wasn't really cooked. You picked up a slice and it bent over and everything fell off. The Anti pasto salad again heavy with green peppers and red onions. The Olives weren't Italian olives. Wait person's very nice. She said kids where in the kitchen making pizza. Didn't pass the pizza test. read more

This restaurant was really busy! The food was good, but nothing super to write home about. It was a convenient place on the outskirts of the main town. read more

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I love this place. It's heaven on earth, the food is what brings you there, and view and atmosphere are what keep you coming back. This is my families favorite place to eat and we will be back many many more times read more

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Came during 'Ojai Pixie Month'. Had a delightful lunch at Ojai Valley Inn, then went to Ojai Olive Oil Co. for EVOL tasting. Afterwards we all went to Boccali's for some r & r on the drive back because we saw a lot of cars outside and figured it must be good,...or so we thought. The small pizza we ordered (mushroom & sausage, $16), as it turns out, was a HUGE disappointment. The DiGiorno supreme in my freezer tastes better and more satisfying. Also- they do not allow dogs even in the outside patio. We were only allowed to order to go and eat at a bench outside. At least the restroom is clean. read more

Boccali's Pizza & Pasta - $16 small pizza with mushroom and sausage. Not very good. - Pizza Near Me - Ojai, California

What a cute little place! My boyfriend mentioned this place and was told the pizza was bomb. It's a good thing we came at the time that we did because people after us were waiting for an hour or more and it started to get very cold outside. They have outside or inside seating, I was so hungry that I didn't care, and they have heat lamps. I ordered the meatballs because I figured it was good to get in some protein before the carb fest and I did not expect those meatballs to be so good. I should have asked for two orders. They were tender and full of flavor. The pizza is GOOD but it's not traditional pizza. It very much tastes homemade in the best way possible and I wish we had ordered a pizza to take home. I wish we had come here for pizza a few months ago instead of going to another spot in town. We will definitely be back. read more

They have huge pizzas here and good wine options. Both indoor and outdoor seating. There's only one restroom so you may need to wait in line. Other than that this place is a great spot to be. There's a big field area outside and they have wine tasting outside. read more

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They have location location location. Great place to stop off the side of the road. They have wine tasting. Great little park area to park and relax . The food is OK. Had the spaghetti and bruschetta. read more

Boccali's Pizza & Pasta - Pizza Near Me - Ojai, California

Boccali's is a family favorite. We come here multiple times a year, and we always get the lasagna with a bottle of red wine. We also get an appetizer of bruschetta, and then we get the strawberry shortbread for dessert. Lastly, we pick up some fresh oranges to bring home. We've been coming here for years, and the quality has been consistent. Everything is always just as delicious as the last time. And it's tucked away in the Ojai hills, so it's quite a picturesque ambiance. Absolutely recommend checking this place out. read more

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Cute place with old style casual Italian restaurant red checkered,tablecloths in the dining room and outside tables as well. The food was fresh, hot and very tasty. Prices are very fair. We had the spaghetti with meatballs added an Eggplant Parmesan. And you cannot pass up splitting their famous Strawberry Shortcake! read more

We were looking for a cute place to eat and decided to make the drive from Simi Valley. Everything was delicious and worth the drive. The pizza was yummy ( crust was amazing). Spinach lasagna was tasty. The sauce had a hint of cinnamon in it. The strawberry shortcake is a must try. read more

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Super food. Delish. Their lasagna is incredible. They have Stella Artios on tap which is delightful.

Unfortunately had a bad experience, and won't be going back. Waitress was rude, and we were charged for extra meatballs but were never served them. read more

I went on a busy Sunday and Charlotte was holding down the fort at the front desk like a champ. It was impressive. I really appreciated her hustle, for everyone there! Kind staff throughout, in addition to delicious eats 'n' treats. Been going there for decades. Bravo, y'all! read more

This ADORABLE little spot should have MUCH higher reviews!! The food is AMAZING! Service was great! Sitting out on the patio made for an absolutely PERFECT start to our day in Ojai! read more

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The wine was nice as well as sitting on the lawn and people watching. However, the pizza was probably the worst I've had. Slimy, sloppy, low quality ingredients and an overall disappointment. Not to mention parents who let their kids run wild and throw trash all over the place. Fix your pizza and set some ground rules for your patrons and this place would be amazing! You have to do better! Edit: the wine fairy is amazing! We love her! Thank you for making our visit so much better! 5 Stars for you! read more

Haiku Review ***** Strawberry shortcake Can't stop thinking about you Pasta not pizza Will return for the wine tasting and sunset views - thank you! read more

Boccali's Pizza & Pasta - Strawberry shortcake perfection - Pizza Near Me - Ojai, California

The food was amazing. I had the meat lasagna, which was very good, my wife had a meatball sandwich which just melted in your mouth. The star of the day was the bruschetta. Served differently than most restaurants where they hand you bread with everything on top. Here it was a fresh loaf of a flat bread sort of, with sliced onions and shallots. Then you get a bowl of diced tomatoes, that should be against the law. They're so good. For dessert, we had a strawberry rhubarb pie. Just killer. Service was great, and the prices are extremely reasonable read more

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This review is from our dining experience on early Friday evening, May 29th I had been waiting to try Boccali's for a while. It was on my radar since Lyss Eats, Instagram food blogger, made a post about it. There aren't any yummy authentic Italian places in Camarillo. I'm 100% Italian and was raised with the good stuff, generations upon generations of recipes handed down. Plus I used to live in Providence Rhode Island so I know the real deal when I taste it. Naturally I was excited to try Boccali's and share the experience with my 3 and 6 year old. It's not always easy to get out the door and go on excursions with two kids in tote but I do it when I can. Finally we made our way to Ojai and when I pulled up to Boccalis, I felt all the mystic pizza vibes. I was so happy we were there. We decided to sit inside because it was so cute and my 6 year old was cold. Our waitor was so sweet and kind and patient. And I felt the kids behaved really well. The food was SO GOOD. I was planning on going up to the shift leader after our meal to express how pleased I was and couldn't wait to return! But...that all changed when we encountered a very rude waitress regarding my kids being in the way. I was a waitress for 15 years prior to becoming a full time mom, so without any explanation, I get it. But sometimes I need some guidance on where would be best for us to sit before we sit down and order. I think communication is key here. And I saw the restaurant has one doorway to get outside to the patio seating so I could see where the frustration can easily build but with all due respect, I didn't deserve the dirty looks I received from the waitress. She sternly mentioned to me, "you might want to get them back because we have trays coming through." I totally understood and respected it. I picked up my three year old and was waiting for the waiter to bring the check. He was waiting for me to confirm on a strawberry shortcake or not. I can only contain my three year old for so long before it begins to feel abusive so I put him down and when he gently got in the way again, the waitress shot me the nastiest look to which I said outloud, "don't worry we're leaving. He's three. Let's calm down here." I was immediately turned off, didn't order dessert, and expressed how hurt I was to the hostess who was very kind. Here's the thing- there's a WAY to handle these things. Shooting a mother of two dirty looks after I drove an hour, paid for our food, and was so excited to dine here, is the WRONG way. That being said, I hope this gets addressed because there's always a better (and frankly classier) way to model healthy communication between patrons and servers. And after all, we should be modeling that for future generations and business alike. The way you handle your frustrations with patrons is very character revealing of how you handle everything. So, sadly, I can't support this business until this issue is acknowledged and handled in a respectful way. read more

Attentive, friendly server, the pizza is delish and heavy with cheese! I ordered mine with sausage, pepperoni, olives and mushrooms, my friend ordered pineapple and olive and we both enjoyed our respective slices. I know the take-out box didn't weigh that much so pound for pound, this is a good deal and, did I mention delicious?! Not too busy but we were here at 2:00 on a Wednesday and it was nice and quiet on the outdoor patio. We ordered and received our pizzas promptly. I've been coming here on and off for years and the pizza is always one of the best you can get anywhere and at a reasonable price. Just wish we could have had the strawberry shortcake but we were in a hurry to get outta Dodge and beat traffic heading back to LA (Beat traffic? Am I kidding?). I wanted to try the wine but I was driving. Next time. read more

A drive out to Boccali's on the east side of Ojai is always like a mini vacation for Dear Hubby and me. Even more so in 2024, since a large slide took out a section of Highway 150 / aka Santa Paula-Ojai Road some months ago. We usually like to go "the back way", especially since Boccali's is at the base of Dennison Grade. Eventually the through route will be restored. I had feared that the traffic on Route 33 into Ojai from Ventura would be extra-crowded because of the alternate road closure, but we got lucky. We went over on a Sunday afternoon. There must not have been any sort of big event happening, so our ride went smoothly. We picked up a dear friend who lives in town so that the three of us could enjoy a leisurely meal out on the lawn area adjacent to the restaurant. Shaded beautifully on a hot afternoon, with just a hint of a breeze, it was a perfect setting for homemade taste delights from the kitchen. Their famous tomato salad won't be served for a few more weeks. The tomatoes are still busy ripening on the vine. That seasonal salad is now listed on the menu as available August - October. Their beyond-amazing strawberry shortcake is available, and oh-so-delicious! The blend of sweet Ventura County strawberries with their own buttery shortcake and an extremely generous whipped cream topping is just divine. I had to avoid most of the whipped cream, sadly, but even a hint of it made the strawberries sing. DH split the lasagna with meat sauce with our friend. They also offer spinach-filled lasagna, too. It's so rich that it would take a very hearty appetite to finish it by themselves. It's perfect to share, with the bubbly baked cheese as the top layer which presents so beautifully. I ordered the spaghetti with meat sauce, and brought enough home for two more meals after the serving that I had at the restaurant. Very generous portions! Their garlic bread is my all-time favorite iteration of said bread. They just have the best combo of crisply finished crust with softer center and enough garlic to lend its flavor without overwhelming the bread. It's perfect for my taste buds. Also perfect are the friendly staff members that do the serving. I've been enjoying the escape to Boccali's for five decades. I'm so grateful to the Boccali family for creating this wonderful spot in the country for all of us to enjoy for all these years. read more

Review is solely based on the strawberry shortcake (which we go takeout) & then demolished in the car! The famous strawberry shortcake lives up to its standards - the biscuit shortbread has a cornmeal texture which was soft and paired PERFECTLY with the sweet plump strawberries and whip cream. It looks DENSE but the dessert itself is light and not overly heavy - definitely shareable portions. read more

Boccali's Pizza & Pasta - Strawberry shortcake - Pizza Near Me - Ojai, California

Been coming to Boccali's for years and always a terrific experience. This past Saturday I had a car club group of 80 out in their picnic area for a buffet lunch. Food and service, as expected, was superb. Thank you Marde for making this a memorable event for all of us! read more

Boccali's Pizza & Pasta - Pizza Near Me - Ojai, California

Dinner place with my gals. I ordered the combo pizza and for me the pizza sauce was not to my liking, the sausage was over salted. I was disappointed with my choice. My friends enjoyed the pasta dinners maybe next time I will get a pasta dish. I also picked up the strawberry shortcake and that was super delicious highly recommend it. read more

I have heard about this place from multiple friends so I decided the next time I go to Ojai I have to stop. It's really cute with a rustic vibe. They have picnic tables all around and then some in the back with a nice grassy area where you can also get wine. From my different friend's recommendations they said the pizza is good and the strawberry shortcake is a must. They are known for the strawberry shortcake. So i listened and ordered the pizza and the strawberry shortcake. The pizza was ok with a weird after taste. All 5 of us had the same opinion that went. Then for dessert I tried the shortcake. I'm not sure why people are impressed. It was strawberries and whipped cream thrown on top of a very dry biscuit. I didn't finish it. I wanted to love it but everything was just mediocre. I don't think I will be back. If I do, it's for the wine and charcuterie board. And the lady working the wine booth was so nice and friendly. Whereas the one taking the order wasn't the friendliest at the restaurant. I wanted to buy something and didn't have cash. She kinda was rude and told me to bring cash next time. Oh well at least I can say I have been. read more

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I've been going here for a little over 20 years. The food has always tasted great. The pizza is wonderful and I love the sauce used. The strawberry shortcake? A must when in season. The servers are friendly and helpful. Thanks as always. read more

No matter how short or long of a visit I have when I come to Ojai, Boccali's is a must! Have been coming here since I was a kid with my family and it's still just as delicious. Parking - Parking out front and a large grass lot behind. Ambiance - I have always sat outside, even when it's chilly they have great heaters. Casual vibe. Service - waiters have always been young, friendly and attentive. Food - Garlic bread is a must have. Love love their pizza and pasta, will usually get a casear salad to share, their fettuccine or ravioli and a pizza to take home or share. They have some great seasonal deserts like cobbler but I rarely save room! read more

I love their lasagna and the spaghetti and meatballs. Both are classic, comforting, and always hit the spot. They also have great local beer on draft, which is a nice bonus. One of my favorite things is doing a little wine tasting on the lawn either before or after lunch. It makes the whole experience feel easy and enjoyable, like you are actually taking your time instead of rushing through a meal. A great place to hang out and enjoy good food. read more

Boccali's is located deep in Ojai. It may seem like a tad of a drive this way. It's mostly due to slow traffic driving into town... Cute little town tho... Pizza & Pasta here. I've dined here twice for lunch. Picnic like, wooden, casual outdoor seating during October was nice, as weather is cooling down. Both times we have had great service. The last visit in October was great. I forgot the gals name, but she was just the sweetest waitress. She was very understanding & accommodating with a kiddo with special needs. I've tried their catered Lasagna at a Rehearsal Dinner & it was soo good... Had their handmade pepperoni pizza which comes in a big portion. It was simple, cheesy. I'm more of a veggie topping or meat topping person. They do use fresh ingredients here. Recently tried the Eggplant Parmesan & it was just delicious. I almost devoured the whole dish! I was a bit hesitant, Bec who eats eggplant instead of lasagna?! I do lol. I wanted to try something different. Especially when one is trying to limit their carb intake. I would definitely order that again. From February to October is when they offer their famous fresh home-style seasonal dessert. It's the Strawberry Shortcake Dessert. It is delightful fresh & very shareable. It looks like a glob of whipped cream, which it is. But underneath all of that are those sweet, fresh, juicy strawberries and the hidden crumbles at the bottom that soak in all the goodness. Yum! I Appreciate the mini pumpkin patch they have at the back side of the property during the fall months. Perfect for little ones without the hustle & bustle of a larger pumpkin patch. read more

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What can I say. It's a hidden gem nestled behind the mountains in Ojai. We dared to show up at 6 pm on Mother's Day. We were told it was a 50 min wait, but we're seated in 20. Our servers name was Wendy and she was so kind and attentive. Ordered lasagna, eggplant Parmesan, spaghetti with meatball, pizza. And for dessert their famous Strawberry Shortcake. Yum yum yum! Everything was popping with flavor. Staff was super friendly and helpful considering how busy they were that day read more

Boccali's Pizza & Pasta - Pepperoni pizza, Lasagna, Alfredo with Shrimo. - Pizza Near Me - Ojai, California

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This location sparks enthusiasm; I've been excited to come here ever since descending into Ojai valley from the Santa Paula route. Boccali's is nestled right at the spout of the hill into Ojai valley and it's a great welcome stop. The ambiance is awesome any time of the day. We came for dinner at 6 on a Sunday and it was busy but we got right in. They have LOTS of servers and hostess. We got the large garden salad to share (which I have to say was smaller than I expected, but maybe they have their waste management nailed down). The tomatoes they get are super fresh and tastey. Then the 3 of us shared a large pizza with half spinach and mushroom and the other half spinach, mushroom and sausage. I could have gone with more spinach and mushroom (but that's cause I'm a veggie monster) and the cheese could have been different but the crust is great here. Not too dense, a nice crisp and yummy. It's a light pizza so the boys devoured most of the pie. We had 2 slices left in the end to take home and unfortunately no room for the strawberry shortcake, though we saw a lot of people ordering it and it sure looked delicious...another time. read more

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Had the lasagne and strawberry shortcake during my weekend trip. Great service and great food!

Pizza was undercooked, onions on the pizza were practically raw along with the green peppers The mozzarella garlic bread was pretty amateur. Kinda looked and tasted like they just stuck it in the microwave. Star of the show with the lasagna . Amazing. My wife got the eggplant Parmesan and it was OK My father-in-law got the spaghetti and it lacked sauce and was just OK Overall, nothing really special about this place unless you get the lasagna read more

Honestly, just mentioning the Strawberry Shortcake alone makes this place worthy of five stars. I'd come here just for that! Luckily, the rest of the food is just as incredible. To me, it's probably one of the best pizzas in the 805. You can really taste the passion and love that went into making it. Everything else we tried was delicious as well, but the real highlight is the dessert. In my opinion, it's the best Strawberry Shortcake I've ever had, and everyone should be lucky enough to try it at least once in their lifetime. I can't wait to come back! read more

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