Wish I had the capacity to read a book a day. I could load a truck with books that drew me to them…read more Spent hours just exploring.

I have been visiting the Krotona Library and Bookshop for many years, and I hope to be able to…read morecontinue enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds them and the peace there that feels like natural meditation. To dig into ancient wisdom and relevant modern studies, explore the library and the bookshop and let the books call to you. They come alive when you read and study them, but they seem to me to have a magical power of calling my attention to them. When I am ready and sensitive to my inner needs, the library and bookstore generously feast my heart, mind, soul, and body, and I am deeply grateful.

Having been to many amazing vintage/thrift/antique stores all around the world, after spending…read moreseveral hours over multiple days at Gratitude I can confidently say it is one of the absolute best stores I have ever been to!!! Massive credit to the owner, Tim, who has created a gem. Must-go when in Ojai!!!

This place is the best. I always come away here with…read moreTREASURES They have an extensive vintage section and the prices are amazing. Every time I come here it reminds me of a time when you could hunt through old thrift shops and actually come away with cool and weird and magical items. Like your heart beating in anticipation and finding score after score. Bonus the owner was such a sweetheart and found and returned my cellphone which rescued me from some major travel nightmares. A million stars!

Really amazing tacos, full of flavor! Check out this spot the next time you are in Ojai.read more

Venir a la Flor fue como estar en México por un rato. Me encantó el ambiente con los comentaristas…read moredel futbol sonando en la televisión y los grillos cantando de fondo. Un servicio excelente con la calidez que nuestra propia raza nos ofrece y la comida riquísima. Una tienda muy variada aqui encuentras desde los típicos dulces mexicanos, diferentes tipos de carnes, tequilas, botanas, cantaritos, ropa típica, huaraches, y todas esas marcas de productos que pensaste que no ibas a encontrar nunca de este lado del charco hasta rifas hacen y también te venden cigarros sueltos (como en la tiendita de tu colonia) Espero volver pronto!

**February 2024: Saturday Afternoon Visit**…read more This Goodwill is tiny, but the items they put out are really good quality and the prices are fair. I don't think I would go out of my way to visit this thrift shop, but if I'm in Ojai I would definitely take a peek to see what treasure it may hold. On my recent trip I bought a white puffer vest that fit me perfectly and it didn't even look like it's been used. I suppose consider the size of the store they only put out the best items so it's worth a look if you're in the area.

This location considers itself a 'boutique" Goodwill. Two employees have told me they price things…read moreaccording to current market value because it is a boutique Goodwill. The prices are prices higher than other Goodwill locations. They upsell used, discarded, unwashed, FREE donated items for higher prices than the other GW's, or Target or Ross.

This store has been recently renovated and expanded. The city has really hurt this store more than…read moreanyone realizes due to the expansion rules they have in our community. It was shocking to see they were able to take on a few closed down stores and expand. The store inside is much better than it was, which is why I'm sure it has been hurt by bad reviews. It's still small inside but has much more space than before. Their pricing is not that competitive on most items with an employee owned competitor store in Ventura really winning the battle of affordability. I hold off by going to this store unless it's urgent and I need some items. I don't shop here as a norm as what is sold here typically is sold at that store I referenced for much cheaper. However it's convenient and I'm sure many will pay the extra to avoid the commute to Ventura. I will say the employees here are much friendlier than they used to be. Seems they got rid of the problem ones and got much nicer ones.

Even with the remodel, I still get most of what I need and everyone is extremely helpful. The…read morereason for the one star is their worker Athena. Extremely rude and cocky! A b***h to be perfectly clear. When I've mentioned my experience with her to others, they surprisingly had the same rude, cocky interactions with her. Why would you guys ever want someone like this working for you?? This town is extremely small. The amount of bad experiences of heard about interacting with her, why in the world would you want to keep someone on your staff like that. Except for last minute items, I'm now trying to go to other locations. Nobody should have to deal with her rude a** attitude.

One of my favorite stops when I'm in Ojai is The Lennon Closet, a sweet little consignment shop…read moretucked inside The Arcade Plaza, right between Matilija St and E. Ojai Ave. It's the kind of place that instantly feels welcoming--you're always greeted with a smile, and even if you don't find something that day, the browsing itself feels like a small joy. That said, I always seem to find something! I still wear a cozy sweater I picked up there last year, and on my last visit, I found a pair of earrings that I absolutely love. The prices are reasonable and the items are in great condition. Since they're a consignment shop, they do accept items for resale--you get a percentage back when your item sells. If you're thinking about bringing something in, it's best to call ahead to check their process and which days they're accepting items. One more reason to love The Lennon Closet? A percentage of their sales goes toward Traumatic Brain Injury charities, making every treasure you find there even more meaningful. It's a win-win--shopping with joy, supporting a great cause, and finding pieces that feel like they were meant just for you.

This shop is located in the cutest area of Ojai and has so many unique finds. I love everything I…read morebought and had a very friendly experience with the workers. Overall quality and prices of the items they have are very good!

I can't say I fully understand the mediocre reviews. I've been pleased with the fresh produce, the…read moredeli items, and the large selection of locally-grown items, including honeys, oils, vinegars, and more. I'm not sure that we've gotten a single item we haven't been pleased with! Lines move quickly and service is attentive but not intrusive. The shop is clean and well organized. Shelves are well-stocked, and the aisles afford ample elbow room.

When I come up to visit my family in Ojai, I enjoy shopping at Westridge markets. They have…read moreincredible specials and today they had a Tuesday morning special of a coffee any size and a breakfast sandwich for five dollars! Since I was taking my grandson for a walk this morning, we headed for the store and arrived at 9:45 and they have been selling out all day so they made me a fresh one in 10 minutes and we sat outside and enjoyed our picnic breakfast. Always check their flyer that has their incredible deals each month, including their Tuesday and Thursday special deals. They have great coffee every day. An incredible deli with all kinds of pastries made fresh and then their hot deli, including Fresh made sushi. Don't forget to check out Westridge market when you're in Ojai. I also picked up some pork chops and ribeye on special this week at the meat counter.

This is a nice clothing shop in downtown Ojai. Fun fashion and some great cards and accessories…read more Really helpful service. Moderate pricing. Nicely laid out and good lighting.

Shoppers BEWARE…read more Yesterday I purchased what I believed was a genuine black leather purse from this shop (along with other items). The purse was tagged and sold as leather for $300+. When I got home, I discovered it's actually vegan leather. Even worse, after wearing it briefly, I developed an allergic reaction around my neck. My skin is very sensitive to synthetic materials. I called the store the following day and they admitted the bag was vegan leather--but refused to offer a refund or any solution, citing a "final sale on accessories" policy. This is misleading marketing and false advertising. Charging leather prices for non-leather goods, then hiding behind a final-sale policy, is unacceptable. Do not shop here or if you do please double-check everything before you buy. I would not trust their labeling or policies again.

I was in Ojai yesterday and stopped to check this store out. It's quite small but the store itself…read moreis organized and clean. They did have some clothing with new store tags on them but no prices so I am not sure if they were trying to charge the new tag price. Sorry, not paying $49 for shorts at a Thrift store. They also had a designer rack where items were $125+. Again, not paying high ticket prices at a thrift store where they got those items for free.

Compact second hand store packed with clothing and household items at reasonable prices. Checkout…read moreis always friendly. They usually place holiday items out front when the weather is nice, which it is most of the time. It pays to check in occasionally to see what new vintage items have arrived.

Friendly staff and reasonable prices, just stopped in to pick up some lottery tickets but good to…read morepick up snacks for the road before heading home or i On to your next destination.

I went into this place and got the worst service ever. This girl was a complete b****. (the one…read morewith a cat on her chest, super unsanitary btw) I am deathly allergic to cats and there should not be a cat in the market anyway. She was so rude will not be returning.