Had a great time at Yume! This place is simple but have some character to it. Loved it. Our attendant was very nice, service was prompt! Japanse cuisine have taken cooking of chicken and meat next level. It's so so perfectly done that it melts in your mouth. I had chicken salad , chicken was perfectly done , had enough dressing. The salad dish is very wholesome. Rice burger is nothing but grilled meat inside white rice shaped like patty. It can be a good way to avoid gluten. Takoyaki are small hot and crispy savory balls, happened to be my favorite dish ! Very nice place to have casual lunch or dinner ! read more

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A "Must Visit!" Location whenever you're in the Ventura County, Santa Barbara or even from Los Angeles County, it will be worth it! It's an iconic Japanese Wagyu Burger restaurant in the middle of Downtown Ojai! Inside seating at the front of the restaurant offers street views of downtown Ojai... Interior seating offers epic murals of printed advertisements from old time Japan... Outdoor seating is just as picturesque with painted murals with cute & adorning phrases! Let's make this place viral and The Place to dine whenever anyone visits Ojai, spread the word and share this review! I visit at least once a week now since I ride my bike from Ventura via the Ventura River and the Ojai Valley Trails... a marathon ride! Their menu is vast and their daily special is the best value. For less than $15 you can have a delicious Wagyu Burger (with cheese - I order mine without) with fries AND a drink of your choice! Of course a generous tip will bring it up to $16-18!=o) The owners are most friendly, they're both from Tokyo! Brandon is the best... He opens early whenever there's someone waiting for the doors to open at Noon. I was here around 11:35A twice and he opened the door, gave me ice water, said I can use the bathroom and he'll take my order as soon as he's ready. I ordered l, paid, and received my food before the restaurant was opened for business! He said that he thinks that this is what his boss would do since he saw him do it... Now, that's elite service, above and beyond call of duty! Additionally, they play 70s, 80s, & 90s Pop Music! My first 2 visits here turned me off since the music had vulgar f words with mentioned body parts... I was going to mention it on my 3rd visit but they changed the music. Must be a change of personnel?=ox Anyways, what are you waiting for? Bring your families & friends and come visit, eat & tip well, take a lot of pix & vidz... believe me, you'll be taking some inside the bathroom too!=o) read more

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Wonderful service and great food. The Wagyu burger was very juicy. The chicken bowl and Wagyu bowl that we got were delicious as well. They also offer shaved ice wuth mango, matcha and some other flavors. I was tempted to get them but unfortunately, I had a marathon scheduled the next day! :) The manager is very friendly and accommodating. They have a nice patio that leads to the "greenery" in the back of the restaurant. read more

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Very good quality of food. We got to go, but seems like the restaurant was nice as well. Great location!

Super unique, delicious chicken sandwiches! The breading was similar to a tempura and the sauce had a very complimentary, Japanese taste. I'd come back again. read more

$9.99 Burgers were tasty and filling! Sat outside with our pup and enjoyed the fresh air. read more

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We had a great experience at Yume! The burgers were super tasty and delicious. Lots of flavor!! The 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!! read more

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Came here on 1.1.2026 - around late lunch at 3pm when visiting Ojai. The place is dog-friendly, with a back patio for guests bringing their pups, plus two booth seats at the front. The spicy chicken burger was loaded with crispy fried chicken and came with fries. The boneless chicken wing rice bowl was a highlight too--super tender yet crispy chicken, served with salad, boiled edamame, and miso soup. Ordering is done first before getting seated, and a number is given so the staff can bring the food over. Inside, the Japanese-style wallpaper gives a totally different vibe compared to the outdoor area. Definitely a must-visit spot when in Ojai. read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Spicy Chicken Sandwich - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

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A good quick burger spot that isn't your McDonald's or Wendy's. Burgers were excellent. The wagyu burger was delicious and cooked well. My husband got the croquette burger which is a good vegetarian option. We expected to have one meat patty as it was also in the meat burger side of the menu. Regardless it was pretty good. Crispy and had a nice little sweet sauce in it. Service was quick and friendly. Very pleasant for a quick bite in Ojai. Family and dog friendly. One thing that was noticed is no diaper changing station in the bathroom. I would give 5 stars if there was one. But Bathroom has fun anime art! read more

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The food was so good! Staff was kind and answered all of our questions. They even offered us some free candy which was such a treat! read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Wagyu BBQ Bowl Yume Classic Wagyu Burger Topa Topa BBQ Wagyu Loaded - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

Japanese fast-food. The interior is comfortable with front window tables and booth seating in the rear of the restaurant. There is also a sheltered patio in the rear facing the park-like plaza to enjoy their fare. We ordered their chicken karaage as an appetizer along with an order of gyoza and a plain wagyu beef burger. The chicken karaage was crispy and well-done, which contained both white & dark meat. The gyoza they serve are chicken filled. They were excellent in flavor, with just a slight crunch on their edges. The wagyu beef burger was served on a brioche bun, and was very flavorful. Nothing was added to the burger so we could really taste the premium beef. Service was prompt. It gets busy at the end of the school day, and tables can fill up. read more

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My husband and I had a fabulous dinner here last night! We had the Ojai burger and the Topa Topa Ojai burger and shared cheese fries. First the burgers were insane, Ojai burger was so flavorful, it had all the deep flavors of eating a steak smothered in mushrooms and sauce but all between burger buns. Completely incredible and complex. The Topa Topa Ojai burger was unbelievable. Between the creamy sauce (kewpie mayo based, yum!), the crunchy fried onion bits (yes every bite had crunch) and the ripe avocado, this burger hit all the notes for us! The cheese fries were also so so good. We loved the low key atmosphere, it was chill and perfect for a casual date night. The owner checked in at each table and chatted with everyone, it was the sweetest. We felt like friends of the establishment even though it was our first time here. Safe to say we will be back! read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - topa topa ojai burger and cheese fries - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

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I made an account just to leave this review!!Popped in for a quick bite to eat, the food and service was great! The staff were very accommodating for our dog and were very nice people. Cute decor and lots of yummy snack options. 5 stars! read more

One of our favorite spots in Ojai. We love the food. It's semi fast food and packed with layers of flavor. However.... service is consistently underwhelming (seems people don't like working here) as is the facility and the way the menu is designed. There's just something about this place that' doesn't flow well, but once you get your food, you will enjoy it. Sit in the back patio where it's much nicer. read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Grilled Chicken Sandwich ... so good! - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

What a cute place! With so many yummy Japanese fusion- ish food options! The place has more seating in the back. We entered thru the back, but seated ourselves in the front after we ordered. My daughter enjoyed her salmon bowl and I had a loco moco which both included miso soup! Serving size was just right. Would come back to try other menu items! read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Wagyu Loco Moco Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

Nice staff and the outdoor seating in the back of the restaurant is cozy. Instead of putting the rice in the waffle machine, I find the traditional pan fried/skillet style rice bun to be more crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. The waffle style dried out the rice and made it hard and chewy. The beef and egg were fine, but a tomato or pickles would've elevated the burger better. Fries were fresh, no complaints there. If you need a casual fast food style lunch, this is your place. read more

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We tried two wagyu burgers, the Ojai and the Topa Topa. The Ojai burger was super saucy, which made it soggy, and I couldn't really pick up any flavor that stood out or made it taste like wagyu. The fries were decent, but overall the burgers just didn't feel worth the price or hit the spot. I can't speak for the rest of the food since we only tried the burgers. The boba was actually pretty yummy and I got it half sugar. The service was nice too, everyone there was friendly. read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Topa Topa and Ojai burger - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

The food is pretty good here, but I'm somewhat disappointed in my experience just because I had such high expectations from the yelp reviews and the always long line out the door. When you walk in, it's a small, narrow walkway to the cashier with the menus on the wall next to you. We ordered the chicken dippers, a burger with rice bun, and a chicken sandwich. The sandwich and burger came with free fries! It is a bit on the pricier side, and they add a 12% service charge on top of the bill already before asking for more tip when you order. After ordering, you look for a place to sit, which is quite difficult. There's two tables towards the front and about five tables in the back of the restaurant. They were taken so we went outside where there were a few more tables. I didn't really like sitting outside but I guess it was nice to be outdoors in nature; just a little cold and windy on the day I went. The indoors seemed a little stuffy. It took about 40 minutes for our food to arrive... Someone brings it out to you and asks if you need anything but when I asked for an extra tray, it never came lol. Maybe they were busy but idk. Overall, the food is pretty good and unique. I'm glad I tried it. Just wish the experience felt a little more elevated like most of the other restaurants here in Ojai. read more

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Great Japanese fusion spot in downtown Ojai! Good service and food! Parking nearby in the back. read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Great Japanese fusion spot with an extensive menu! - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

I've had this place bookmarked for some time now, but it was always busy when I tried to dine here. I finally managed to catch them on a day where it was less busy. Yay! There's not much to this restaurant ambience wise. It's pretty small inside, with a couple booths in the front with window views. There's more seating located in the back, as well as a restroom. For food, I ordered their Ojai Wagyu cheeseburger. It comes with fries too. Their Wagyu beef is marinated for 24 hours before serving it. Making this burger a melt in your mouth experience! Unfortunately, after my first bite, it fell apart. No matter how much I tried putting the meat back inside the bun; it just kept falling apart. I had to use my fingers to scoop up the meat. Messy good though! I would have preferred that my burger stay in tact to enjoy it more, but nonetheless it was a very flavorful juicy burger. The fries were thin, lightly salted and fried. Nothing special about them, but they were decent. Overall, I'm glad I could finally try this place. I would love to come back to try their chicken sandwich and a few other items on the menu. read more

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WOW! Are you close to Ojai? Planning on visiting Ojai? Eat here. Incredible service, delicious food. In a world of fancy burgers, this place manages to be unique and special. Get the fries, too (any of the variations- they're all fantastic). We'll absolutely visit again. read more

Amazing wagyu burger, strawberry smoothie, and acai! Sugoi! The açai was not too icy But not too liquidy. It was so perfect and the bananas were the best and the strawberries were so glossy and red. The burger was so good. The meat was so nice in the mouth and the strawberry smoothie was very fruity. read more

Don't believe any of the positive reviews, they have to be fake. This place is not great and they have zero sense of customer service. I ordered a boba and they charged $1.25 extra for boba which I have never seen being so high before. The drink was to go and they charged me the sales tax which they weren't supposed to per law. The drink was very bland and barely had boba in it. I went back to ask for more and they tried charging me more which I refused. I gave them to give more free of charge or a refund and they picked to give me a refund. What a ridiculous way of doing business! Anyhow, won't go back! Ps the response of the owner clearly shows a lack of professionalism and of customer service - I don't own any Chanel nor Louis Vuitton so that comment is both absurd & ridiculous. The point is not the cost here but the principle of being an honest business not trying to overcharge and illegally charge sales tax on top of it! read more

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We visite Yume Japanese Burger on our trip to Ojai. This seemed like a promising place, pretty good review on Yelp and such a unique fusion. We were expecting Japanese flavor in American aesthetic type of food... and Yume were almost there! The place is quite unassuming, it has a small storefront with 2 booths on the front. But, like other Yelpers on the page suggested, there are some unique decors and plenty more seatings if you walk toward the back of the restaurant. We ordered 2 wagyu beef combo and added a fried chicken (forgot what they called it on the menu), but it was advertised on the wall. We almost sat in the front but were so glad to changed our mind and moved to the back where we were met with so many amazing Japanese posters/magazine covers literally covering the wall. It isn't the Ojai I imagined, and it's pretty cool that this place exist in Ojai! It wasn't busy when we placed our order but there were other patrons that was already seated and enjoying their food out in the back patio. We took some pictures while we waited for the food to come to our table. The food's aesthetic were definitely American. The burger was placed in a paper wrap and you can see what's in it: Tomato, onion, wagyu burger, and lettuce. My husband had the cheeseburger so his came with a cheese. But after looking at it, I was a bit disappointed in the presentation. It seemed like a dinner burger looked better than what we were receiving, I failed to see the fusion in this wagyu burger. The flavor was okay, it was not as great as I expected when I took that first bite. Since we ordered a combo, it also came with french fries, and it was not the best fries. It was soggy and not crunchy/crisp at all. It was just a bad batch of fries. What took us by surprise were the fried chicken! It was not only cooked nicely and crisply, it had a nice ginger like taste to it, even without any dipping sauce, the flavor was there! It was perfectly seasoned and cooked. So the perfectly made chicken made me wonder, what happened to the fries even more. Anyways, it is a cool place to have in Ojai, very unique in a small town USA and while it has really awesome interior design, the food could be improved. A tad disappointed in the wagyu burger as it tasted and looked like any other burger that you could find in the US. I was really looking forward for that special Japanese twist or something when I ate the burger. Well, little did I know that the Japanese twist came in that fried chicken flavor. read more

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Total ripoff. No prices marked for the drinks. The answer given to the question "what is in the strawberry milk" ($6 plus tax) was "just milk and strawberry" [strawberry what? probably artificially colored and flavored syrup - certainly not anything like fresh strawberries]. The "drink" turned out to be a cup completely filled with small flat rectangular ice cubes - a greater volume of these will fit in a cup than other shapes and sizes - and no more than 1-2 ounces of liquid. So, basically $6.48 for a cup of barely flavored ice. Enjoy this if you like throwing out money read more

Small indoor seating area but they have outdoor seating in the back as well. I have not been to a Japanese burger spot before and as expected...Wagyu which was great. They have other items like rice bowls on the menu too. read more

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5 stars for ambiance, 4 for food. They have a really interesting set of dishes but it's somewhat chaotic. I felt like there were 4 different menus. The loaded fries are a must order. I've never been a big fan of poutine, but I would if this how they were prepared. Canada needs to visit and rethink their national dish. I was excited about the karage chicken but it didn't quite live up to my expectations. Sat in the back and the decor is fun, great mood lighting. read more

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We dined in today, Ojai was rather busy, but service was quick and the man was very polite. We ordered the Topa Topa. It was delicious. We would recommend. read more

If you haven't been here yet you need to come as soon as you can! The burgers are big, juicy, and delicious! I had a spicy chicken sandwich today and it was even bigger with two perfectly cooked chicken thighs with a really good spicy sauce. Very friendly and welcoming. Nice patio to sit outside if you'd like. Definitely a place to visit more than once! read more

Nice friendly staff. Quiet and comfortable environment. Good quality menu with photos. Had the spicy garlic and truffle garlic fries. Had grilled chicken and shrimp last bowls. All very good. read more

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Didn't know what to expect at a place like this located in Ojai, but I was pleasantly surprised, and definitely locked in as a return customer. Since I was on my low/non gluten phase, I opted for the Wagyu Loco Moco plate (wagyu beef slices, fried egg, cabbage, rice, sauce) a dish I'm familiar with since my teen years back home in Hawaii. It was very good, and much less greasier than the food trucks back home. Definitely a fan. I took a bit of my kids' Wagyu burgers. I won't bother listing which ones they had because they were ALL good, and just comes down to which attachments you like. Their basic plain fries were delish, so I can only imagine how good they are with the Wagyu topping options. Highly recommend! read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Chief peak burger - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

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A few weeks ago, my family and I went on a day-trip to Ojai, and we had a late lunch at Yume Japanese Burger Cafe. This casual cafe is one of the few eateries on East Ojai Ave that was still open at 2pm on a Sunday. The staff were friendly and the menu had interesting fusions, which is also reflective in the cafe's decor. There are some booths at the front & back of the cafe, and more tables in the patio. I got the Yume Classic Wagyu Burger, which was hot, savory, and a little sweet. However, the burger patty was well-done and a bit dry. When I ordered at the counter, the staff didn't ask how I wanted the patty to be cooked, so I'm unsure if you can request for that here. Also, we got the Spicy Miso Fries to share. I thought they had the right amount of spice, and they were crispy and paired well with the burger. read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Yume Classic Wagyu Burger - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

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Wagyu cheeseburger with onions...outstanding. I definitely will go back as this is one of the best cheeseburgers I've ever tasted.

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

Lovely little burger shop on a quaint walking street of downtown Ojai. It's a quirky shop with random Japanese snacks/candies, and a fairly large menu. Dog friendly! You order at the front and they bring the food out. Despite that the staff checked on us frequently and made sure we were satisfied. Extra points for good service! The food was honestly pretty good! The burgers were definitely on the sweeter side in terms of toppings. The wagyu patties are moist/juicier which I'm a fan of. With the shredded lettuce this is not a particularly pretty burger but it tastes great. The takoyaki was excellent as well. Mango smoothie was tasty however the paper straw it came with made it impossible to drink. But you know, gotta save the turtles! Definitely worth stopping by if you are in the area and want a juicy burger with pretty interesting topping choices! read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Takoyaki, fries - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

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Cute restaurant with Japanese anime decor, plenty of indoor & outdoor seating, quick friendly service & delicious food. They have a huge menu with lots to choose from. There are wagyu burgers, chicken burgers, salads, rice bowls, chicken & waffles, desserts & boba teas. We enjoyed the Japanese boneless wing bowl, the chicken was cooked perfectly, lightly fried on the outside but soft & tender in the inside. It came with rice, salad, edamame, relish & miso soup. We also liked the topa topa wagyu burger, it was juicy with good flavor & it came with avocado, cabbage & fried onion chips. I liked their passion fruit ice tea, it was just the right amount of sweetness. I asked for less ice but the cup was full of ice, which made the drink watery. I let the workers know & they immediately got me a new drink with less ice. I would definitely return the next time we're in the area. read more

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I honestly went here based on the yelp reviews but I guess nothing is perfect. We arrived for lunch on president's day and the place was packed. The flavor of the food is there, the problem is, it's too much. We shared the Spicy Miso and the Ojai Wagyu and for both of them, you could taste nothing but the sauce. For using "wagyu" quality meat, you definitely cannot taste it. I would describe the flavors as cloying. I might be convinved to give the karage sandwiches a try but skip the burgers here. The fries were similarly lacking. We upgraded to truffle and garlic parmesan for our respective orders. Seasoning was shaken on and immediately fell off and was similarly lacking in quality, no truffle oil, just out of a can dusting was my impression. Service was nice, and the hostess was very personable. However, we purchased drinks (which the selection was great and we enjoyed our bottled beverages) that we finished before the food came almost 30 minutes later. For 2 burgers and fries....that's awhile. Ambiance: The back patio was nice and opened up to a walking path but I do not recommend sitting inside as you will be overwhelmed with noise and crushed by the line going out the door waiting to place their orders. Again, maybe I'm the odd one out. With so many other options in town, I would pass on Yume or at least the burgers. Maybe it was due to a holiday weekend rush? I want to like this place as it is cute, clean, and friendly staff. But my premium priced meal just didn't live up to it. read more

Yume Japanese Burger Cafe - Spicy miso and ojai burger w/fries and purchased bottled drinks - Japanese Near Me - Ojai, California

The burger creator took our order and gave us the full run down on all the special ingredients in each burger and how uniquely different each burger's sauces are. It was an educational experience that I really enjoyed: learning about all the Japanese sauces. The burgers are fantastic and the bread is buns melt in your mouth. Now they come with free fries which is great! That gives them a star boost for me! read more

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Good food but the experience was disappointing. The girl with glasses who helped us seemed annoyed the entire time. She was short with her answers, barely acknowledged us when we asked questions, and made us feel like we were inconveniencing her. She kept touching her hair and was on her phone in the front, zero sense of costumer service and health codes. The food was fine, but the customer service definitely took away from the overall experience. read more

We went here Saturday for a late lunch. We parked around the corner for free. They have seating inside and outdoor seating in the back as well. We ordered two different speciality burgers and it came with fries. The person at the register was very kind and friendly. I would say our food came out pretty quickly, but mostly because there were only a few people ahead of us. We decided to sit outside in the back and it was very cozy are to sit in. read more