This is a great place in Ojai to sit down and enjoy breakfast with friends. It was very busy with…read morelong lines, but it was moving along. There was seating inside and outside the cafe, but there was some more seating in the back garden. Service was excellent. I got the Herby Scrambled Eggs and Homemade Vanilla Latte. The eggs were fine, but I wish it was made with a different type of cheese. I ate as much as I could. The salad was good. I enjoyed the Vanilla Latte. Overall, a nice place for breakfast.

The place was super cute. Amazing selection of books, seating inside and out. Menu had something…read morefor everyone. Staff was nice. I don't get the skateboard planks... are they for sale too or just display?? So why not 5-stars you ask? Well... I didn't think the food or coffee was that great honestly. The breakfast sandwich was so big, I don't know how anyone realistically eats it without getting egg all over their face or the whole thing sliding out from the bread and falling apart. It's pretty, but so sloppy once you dig in. The green pesto looked amazing but ultimately lacked flavor. The pickled shallots that came with it was so overpowering, (and mind you...I love shallots!) but I have to remove some. I ended up deconstructing the sandwich and eating it like a bagel with too much topping. Not so much a sandwich. The over easy egg was pretty, but didn't add any benefit. Maybe over hard would be a better option. Friend got avo toast. Once again super pretty, but she could tell the sliced eggs weren't as fresh and again the pesto was pretty flavorless. Lots of salt and pepper and hot sauce needed for both our dishes. Bread were over toasted, so cuts to the mouth roof top. Lattes were pretty, but tiny and coffee was meh. One bathroom, long wait. Order at counter and find a seat. Wait for them to call your name to drop off your food, but if you don't hear them or there are others with the same name... you get the picture. Come to think of it...My food did take took longer to come out and maybe it was because of those reasons! So skip the IG hype and go with Yelp reviews.

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

Amazing service the owners are amazing they gave my friend a discount because she didn't have…read moreenough money and their food/drinks are so good.

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!!

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.

This was a great first stop in Ojai! The ambiance was very inviting and the food was great…read more I would say, it's lovely healthy food in the style of Mexican dishes, but didn't really have a Mexican flavor profile. Definitely elevated and delicious, but don't expect the same spices and preparations. I had the goat cheese and veggies tacos, taquitos, and fresh chips and salsa. The chips and salsa were incredible and super fresh. I loved the homemade hot sauce as well. The star of the show for me was the seasonal persimmon smoothie. I couldn't believe how delicious it was, and for only $7?! The bathroom was pretty disgusting when I stopped in, but I will try not to hold that against them lol overall the restaurant was clean and the people were friendly!

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!

I loved our dinner here, despite it being packed and peak dining hour the food was delicious and…read moreservice was professional. The soup and the wedge salad exceeded expectations. What I found wild were the attitudes and demands of the clientele all around us. A man next to me complained about the way his server set the plate down. A woman to my left complained about the dessert not being her favorite. If I worked here I would be burnt out on people in one shift. This is a nice place. What happened to manners?

This meal surpassed all of our expectations. Everything was fresh, delicious and interesting. I…read morewant to eat the augachile for all of eternity! It was SO good. Everything was SO good. Inside is dark and vibey, patio is peaceful, relaxed and perfect on a spring evening. I actually preferred the patio to inside. Service was well paced and friendly. Will definitely be back when I can make it back to ojai!