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Farmer and the Cook in Ojai

4.4 (199) 339 W El Roblar Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, United States

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Ojai, Ventura County, California, US

Phone: +1 805-640-9608
Site: http://farmer-and-the-cook.com/

Opening hours

Monday:8 AM–4 PM
Tuesday:8 AM–4 PM
Wednesday:8 AM–4 PM
Thursday:8 AM–8 PM
Friday:8 AM–8 PM
Saturday:8 AM–8 PM
Sunday:8 AM–8 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.4

199 Reviews for Farmer and the Cook 2024:

Review №1

2023-11-20 00:17:52

Farmer and the Cook has been my first stop when coming to Ojai for over a decade. I love the goat cheese tacos and fresh baked breads / desserts. The smoothies are some of the best ones I’ve ever tasted. Love the atmosphere and consistency here. Cute outdoor garden area with additional seating. Great spot to soak in the vibes.

Review №2

2023-11-08 21:54:10

This place has the best vibe.The atmosphere is welcoming, cozy and strikes a balance between feeling like youre at a restaurant and somewhere having a picnic because theres seating outside in the trees if you like. We sat outside but close to the restaurant itself. There is indoor seating.There were many people from all walks of life enjoying lunch when we went. The service was excellent and everyone was friendly and helpful.We ordered the Traditional Burrito which went too fast for me to grab a picture, and also the Farmers Plate with cashew cheese instead of Jack, and added avocado (for an extra $2). It also came with beans, rice, pico de gallo, pickled cabbage and two corn tortillas on the side. Everything was delicious.We will be back!

Review №3

2023-10-26 03:03:04

Great place with open air terraces and beautiful people! Not to mention the quality of the food I had the most delicious Cobb salad ever!

Review №4

2023-04-05 04:57:49

Best meal Ive had maybe ever. My kind of healthy organic yumminess. I had the cabbage tacos. Omg so good. My gal pal had the ceaser and the best chai latte Ive ever had.

Review №5

2022-11-25 23:44:35

We ordered the Egg burrito, with zucchini, onions, Jack cheese. Very delicious and served warm. The menu for breakfast is limited, more variety for lunch. Nice outdoor patio.

Review №6

2023-01-25 23:45:45

In my week long stay in Ojai, I managed to visit twice, buy groceries, and have espresso; the BEST besides what I make at home!!! Heart warmingly beautiful smiles that greet you. Theres a choice of indoor seating, a large open but covered area and a garden with seating you can move around. Simply LOVE it!!

Review №7

2023-10-29 04:48:03

Incredible vegan food.I got their classic burrito and I’m going to have to go back there soon. Soooo good.Their vegan oatmeal raisin cookie was also perfect.

Review №8

2022-07-30 00:51:10

My husband and I stayed in Meiners Oaks for a couple nights of our anniversary trip and we kept returning to The Farmer and the Cook for their incredible food and magical atmosphere. The caprese salad was INSPIRED and paired perfectly with the amazing potato pizza. Breakfast was a true treat with the best avocado toast Ive ever had and a honey lavender CBD latte that Im so sad I cant get back home. Well always remember this special place and hope were lucky enough to get back someday.

Review №9

2023-03-03 16:31:09

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Review №10

2021-08-16 21:10:37

This place is AMAZING!! Their raw vegan tacos are the absolute best!! Wouldn’t change a single thing! So satisfying, flavorful, healthy, beautiful, and delicious. We are in love. I hope they never take these off the menu, we are always coming here for our raw vegan tacos! Our daughter got the kids burrito (vegan style) and she loved it as well! Ate the whole thing. Their beans and rice are equally amazing. Love the spices they use here and the overall quality of the their food. Always fresh :) so happy

Review №11

2021-06-16 04:41:07

Very good vegan + vegetarian options! 👍 Got the taquitos with rice and beans and everything was delicious. Its also a market inside with a variety of produce & other food/beverages. Will be back!

Review №12

2023-05-26 13:02:50

It’s an amazing place. Great food, greater people. You can feel the love and care in their food. Their passion and serving this community for more than 20 years. It’s one of the favorites at Ojai,CA.Experience the farm feeling sitting outside in the garden area, gets you as close as possible to Farmer&Cook.Garden Burger this time was phenomenal- patty was delicious, light, flavorful - must try

Review №13

2023-04-06 03:20:05

Freshest food youll ever taste and a spectacular view. Friendly service brings your food to your table.😋

Review №14

2019-07-21 17:58:04

Wonderful little cafe serving vegetarian and vegan takes on Mexican staples (burrito, tamales), plus an extensive list of smoothies. Theres also a pantry and produce section with local products and helpful eco-friendly camping items.

Review №15

2021-08-09 23:18:42

Loved this place, A great vegan/ vegetarian place if you are in the Ojai area. I especially loved the digestive tonic.Highly recommend the place for the food and the earthy feel of this place.

Review №16

2018-05-02 05:14:58

Very interesting place, healthy food store and restaurant. The food was super good and delicious. I especially liked desert rose smoothie.If you are health fanatic, visit is a must

Review №17

2019-08-24 21:33:28

Real farm to table place here. Clean organic food. Fast, friendly exceptional service. The have a spice wall here where you can purchase a wide variety off unique spices. Small market inside with kombucha.

Review №18

2021-12-07 16:16:30

Lovely little spot where everything on the menu looks great! Inside is an awesome market and the outside seating is just perfect. Would highly recommend

Review №19

2021-12-03 06:06:50

Great little joint for breakfast,lunch or a coffee with cookies. Everything was fresh and tasty. I tried their raw tacos, veggie burger, and a couple of cookies. All great. Nice seating area outside

Review №20

2023-03-12 22:06:20

I would love to write a better review because the pizza and soups here are absolutely fantastic!!! Everything I tried was great, a definite 5 out of 5. However, came here twice and both times they literally were unable to fulfill over half of the stuff we wanted to order (came in at noon and 4 pm on Fri/Sat) even though it was on the menu. Would come back for the pizza.

Review №21

2018-04-25 02:06:36

I consider myself a full time carnivore, and came here with little expectattions. Much of my surprise, the veggie burger packs a punch of flavor and textures to delight the senses, and the bun is a homemade seeded bread. The burger also comes with a delicious side salad. Who knew vegetarian Mexican could taste so good!!

Review №22

2016-09-05 02:35:05

As another reviewer said, food is not exceptionally flavourful, but just good food. Their market is what makes them a great location, and their smoothies were nice and hearty (Scarrot Cake! Lucuma Puma was delicious too). All of their produce is local & organic, fairly priced.

Review №23

2022-02-14 02:37:22

Its all vegan. Had the goat cheese tacos and broccoli burrito and both were excellent. Trendy and off the beaten path.

Review №24

2023-08-11 23:47:54

Excellent matcha latte with no sweetener. I love how they use ceramic mugs instead of single-use cups.

Review №25

2023-08-09 22:04:20

Staff and service was great but that is all the positive. The food was tasteless and lacked creativity. The dinner room was interesting.

Review №26

2019-09-15 04:56:04

Unbelievable food. Feels like the best home cooked meal you ever had. Cant wait to go back for more! Try the home made got sauce, you wont be disappointed!

Review №27

2020-08-24 17:40:51

Really good vegan food and smoothies and a pretty great “Minds Eye Chai latte”. Service was a little slow though.

Review №28

2021-02-15 22:28:31

Great vegan spot in Ojai. Loved the cauliflower burrito and chocolate peanut butter smoothie. Lots of nice outdoor seating. My friend had the taquitos and really enjoyed them.

Review №29

2022-09-05 16:06:02

The good: the food was really tasty. The bad: service was REALLY slow and simple questions were very challenging for staff. Four of us all ordered meals with avocado: one was informed after we paid they were out. She changed order... To something half the price - but the price wasnt adjusted. The rest of us didnt realize it till the food came out. It still tasted great, but wasnt the same. This used to be one of my go to places but havent been for almost a year. It was very disappointing. Hoping it was a one off day

Review №30

2023-10-04 17:52:29

Delightful meeting an old friend here. I had the farmers plate which was very good mustve

Review №31

2023-09-14 02:13:50

If you like healthy good food this place is really good my new ojai spot!!

Review №32

2018-04-24 12:45:05

Lovely location with so many great food options. I had the açaí bowl which was a bit too sugary for me, but it was colorful!

Review №33

2023-10-05 04:22:42

Good food! Wonderful baked good. Reasonable prices.

Review №34

2023-07-17 03:23:11

A nice place for vegetarian food. The goat cheese taco was awesome.

Review №35

2023-05-12 02:54:49

Great burrito. Cashew cheese was good and Im not vegan. Recommend avo in your burrito instead of guac.

Review №36

2023-10-08 23:15:56

Went early this morning and beat the line. Everything was really really good.

Review №37

2021-06-20 23:45:39

I have been vegan for 2 years and I am not kidding when I say this is probably the BEST vegan place I have ever been to. I am so sad this place is only in Ojai! Please bring it to LA!

Review №38

2022-08-22 18:05:01

Delicious pizza on Sunday. Maybe Sourdough crust? My friend ordered a veggie bowl that was terrific. Ill be ordering that next time. All ingredients are fresh and (I think) local. Heh, from the farmer. Actually, yes, the owners have a farm in town that supplies ingredients for the restaurant and store. In fact the Sunday we went the owner was sharing around a plate of watermelon for customers. This is an order in the small store counter and they bring your order out to you. All vegetarian! Thoughtfully and lovingly prepared. The Sunday we went, there was live music. Thats not an all the time thing. Musician was a solo singer. Maybe her own music? Nice background for a Sunday late afternoon meal on the patio (they extended tables into the parking lot just for these spacial pizza Sundays. )

Review №39

2023-06-04 09:04:53

Very good local Ojai organic market and sit down restaurant offering Cal-Mex cuisine. Highly recommend a visit if you’re in the area

Review №40

2022-05-23 18:56:44

Went twice during my stay in ojai. For lunch and for breakfast the next day. Didnt disappoint. Super friendly staff and the food is amazing. The baby fruit trees in the adjacent patio add lots of charm.

Review №41

2021-08-01 16:21:24

Super fresh and authentic. Glad we came! I enjoy vegan style breakfasts and my spouse enjoys traditional with eggs and cheese. We were both happy and got what we wanted. Amazing Mexican flavor and really great beans.

Review №42

2019-04-09 22:27:54

This place delivers. We had lunch there. I got the vegetable tacos with goat cheese and he got a giant burrito (vegan). For only part time vegans, this place was amazing. It didnt taste like health food at all. Indulgent but you left feeling good and not gross. Its in a cute little building filled with local produce and stuff but the highlights are the food. Also got a green smoothie. It was very good and we both felt the pricing was fair. My only critique is that the homemade tortillas are a bit clunky and fall apart, but it wasnt worth losing a star over. Run, dont walk here, and order some seriously good food!

Review №43

2022-08-09 06:14:57

Service took a while but the food and drink was very very good and fresh the staff and patrons of this place are all VEEY ATTRACTIVE I felt like I was in a different universe almost. Also so many cool sustainable products I was not expecting for so many foods and ingredients to be available! A MUST see for foodies in OJAi or those passing to LA from the north

Review №44

2023-10-28 16:48:32

I just hope that one day Ill come back to US and will get this taco...

Review №45

2023-04-01 08:09:44

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Review №46

2021-05-11 03:14:31

The huraches are a must try! In a cute small town near Santa Barbara. They source from organic farms.

Review №47

2021-04-11 21:50:32

I get takeout from here about once a week and really enjoy the food. The gordita lunch and betterfinger smoothie are some of my favorites. They also have a nice outdoor patio thats pet friendly. The online ordering experience is a little inconsistent and I hope they might be able to adjust it in the future (online menu is outdated, phone doesnt get answered, inconsistency receiving a confirmation text when order is ready, drink order might be forgotten about when ordering food, etc). But overall I really like the food and will keep coming back.

Review №48

2021-02-26 22:51:55

This place has a chill family and dog friendly atmosphere. Had the vegan taquitos which were crunchy and delicious. Probably got an odd batch, but would like their cesar salad to have crunchy croutons, mine were soggy. This is also a mini mart which was beautifully organized and items are ethically sourced. In the future I hope they expand the vegan menu further!

Review №49

2022-02-07 22:08:43

Great tasting food and nice outdoor patio area if u dont feel like eating indoors. Staff has some pretty girls working there too in case youre straight like me, Lmao, being that thisnis California an well u kno..lol. So yeah theres also many organic options for beer and drinks as much as the food is as well. Very health conscious cooks, which is great!

Review №50

2017-01-18 17:58:35

Take this review with a grain of salt, as I am neither vegan nor vegetarian. The outdoor patio is what made the experience so great for me. The patio is massive and tastefully designed. The market inside is pretty cool, just expensive. I actually enjoyed all of the food I ate, but just felt unsatisfied (once again, I have no special dietary requirements.) And while I say I was unsatisfied, I don’t see you can make a better all veggie taco. My main issue with my visit was how long it took for the food to arrive. My food arrived 30-40 min after I ordered, which was much longer than I had expected. If I was with someone who really wanted to eat here, I would defiantly come back to try a new dish.

Review №51

2018-07-06 14:47:46

I like the food; there are healthy and tasty choices. Last time I was there I ordered a smoothie and waited at least thirty minutes. No one checked in with me. They need to work on communication with their customers. If they are experiencing an unusually busy period, they need to warn people and give them the option to opt out before making a purchase, especially for a smoothie which people are expecting to be a quick pick up. It also wouldnt hurt for cashiers who stand in front of a long line of waiting patrons but cannot help any customers, to acknowledge the people waiting.

Review №52

2022-07-14 23:50:38

Extensive menu if your vegetarian but service was slow, indifferent and unfriendly. Food prep area... sketchy. Consider taking your $ and your appetite to Lennons or Meiners 50 yards away.

Review №53

2018-05-30 03:45:00

This is a great vegan lunch spot and market. The food is all natural and of high quality. Theres indoor and outdoor seating. They serve vegan pizza in the evenings, which is terrific. How do they get that almond cheese to be so melty and stringy? I highly recommend it.

Review №54

2023-01-04 20:59:42

Nice local spot in meiners oaks for quick organic groceries, breakfast burritos & a unique lunch menu something for everyone + fresh juice blend menu, and baked sweets

Review №55

2021-07-10 02:16:27

Worthy of the great reputation. The seating is all outdoors but there is tons of shade. Food was mostly vegan with some dairy cheese options. The food held up to big city vegan food standards for sure!

Review №56

2021-09-13 03:09:39

Paid 18 dollars for a pizza that took 30 minutes to make just for it to be super small, so burnt i couldn’t even eat it, did not taste good. The pizza was also served with no napkins. Yes I took my time to write this review because it was that bad, I don’t know if they were having a bad day that’s just the experience I had

Review №57

2017-02-21 04:07:09

Not the best, not the worst.The salad bar was nicely stocked, and I enjoyed the plate I made. The vegetables were fresh and delicious.Our cooked dishes looked nice, and tasted all right, but werent memorable.I have to say, when I walked in the place had a garbage odor, which might be from composting, but it certainly taints the whole experience. All of the signs are hand-written in a way that isnt folksy, but chaotic. The whole place suffers from feeling too cluttered, and the messy presentation made me worry a bit about food safety.The best part was the outdoor seating on a warm, sunny day. Lots of interesting characters make their way in and out of the restaurant and store, and its a good place to people watch.

Review №58

2021-03-12 13:09:26

Loved the vibe at this place, and the food is fresh and Very Healthy... That sticker is hilarious.. It was at a pole as you entered..

Review №59

2018-10-10 18:23:40

Love the all organic food served here although there isn’t a wide selection. They also serve homemade spelt bread and pastries, homemade soups and a great salad bar. Very casual and it has a small organic grocery store. There’s outdoor seating for the warm pleasant days we have here. It’s just great to know that every morsel of food is organic and mostly vegan.

Review №60

2023-06-14 16:46:51

Amazing food. Fresh and farm to table. Perfect.

Review №61

2016-05-22 20:34:55

For organic and fresh it is fantastic! Best tortilla on the breakfast burrito that Ive ever had and Ive eaten tons of tortillas in my life. Have that burrito at least once and your taste buds will thank you! Orange cream juice was divine too!

Review №62

2019-11-01 04:18:02

We enjoyed the outdoor seating. Food was tasty but the side dishes were almost the same.The produce is said to be of quality. I have not yet tried it. There’s descent variety and loose packing of grains and nuts.

Review №63

2021-08-30 01:59:06

Loved the atmosphere. Can’t wait to come back!

Review №64

2018-05-14 04:49:45

Weird that the map description says the food is Mexican. They do have Mexican dishes, but it wouldnt win over local authentic fare. I still highly recommend this place for fresh, healthy dining and organic, locally produced groceries. The vibe is chill, service is friendly.

Review №65

2018-10-15 17:49:21

We drive all the way from LA just to have a taste of this place! Not only do we come for the food, but especially the smoothies! Make sure to come before 4:30 though because we made the mistake of coming after and the smoothie bar was closed already. We also really like the simple salad bar. Also, might as well grab some of that fresh, fresh produce while youre here. Got some of the most delicious beets, romaine lettuce, and shiitake mushrooms from here. They also have random seasonal veggies like Armenian cucumber. Cant have enough of this place.

Review №66

2018-07-21 06:04:40

They have Mexican style vegan food here. I had an enchilada stuffed with Swiss chard, zucchini and red onion topped with red sauce and cheese. Delicious! There is also a mini grocery with fruit, veggies and homemade bread with seeds and a variety of flours. Also sourdough. The eating area was very casual and guests cleared their own dishes. Our table needed a better wipe down and we cleared the glasses that were left on our table.

Review №67

2022-04-09 22:35:57

Awful customer service. Employees are incredibly slow taking their sweet time taking orders. There was not a long line and the food took over 20 minutes to arrive. The high prices are not worth it. I will not be returning.

Review №68

2020-07-31 01:59:44

Delicious as always. This time I had a Thai vegetarian lab with mushrooms. Amazing that they can duplicate the flavor without meat. Added a fresh smoothie, for a sweet treat.

Review №69

2020-11-09 18:39:11

Cauliflower Burrito all day!!! I can’t really say enough good things about Farmer and the Cook... food options for lunch are incredible, all of the staff are super, and when you need to pick up some high quality ingredients for home, you’re set. Patio in the afternoon is the perfect daytime spot to post up and chat with neighbors. Prices are more than fair for the quality!

Review №70

2020-12-05 01:48:11

I live in Ojai and I say dont waste your time or money. I gave it 7 tries now Im done. Poor service and the food is so bland and boring. Ive had delicious vegan gf food all over...this place is all hype. I moved from. LA to escape the fake yoga crowd and this place is full of them. Too cool to smile or be truly friendly...I laughed each time I came here...its a joke...someone please open a delicious restaurant with vegan food and no attitude. Peace

Review №71

2019-03-09 03:27:37

A local health food restaurant and market in Miners Oaks near the town in Ojai. All the produce is organic and grown on the premises. They also make cookies that are healthier and scrumptious. My favorite is the Molasses Ginger cookie. Chewy and full of cinnamon, clove and ginger spices. Its worth going there just for the desserts and organic vegetables and fruits. While youre doing grocery shopping, sit down and enjoy their Mexican restaurant on the premises. Farmer and the Cook is the hidden gem of this small town. While you visit Miners Oaks, stop by the local meat market, which has their own cattle which is grass fed and organic. Also, they have their own local honey and beef jerky. Its fabulous!

Review №72

2023-04-18 06:15:19

Love this place. I am so grateful for the healthy food choices and atmosphere.

Review №73

2020-06-11 21:30:45

Their Mexican menu is, simply, wonderfully delicious. Super tasty as well as healthy takes on some classic Mexican dishes, they really should not be missed. The Chile Relleno, in particular, is superb.

Review №74

2022-02-02 21:42:58

A fresh and bohemian mexican kitchen with farmstand vibes and a beautiful patio. Super thrilled to come across this place. The mushroom empanadas and gordita were fabulous. The salsas too!

Review №75

2019-12-03 22:12:10

(Updated). Have since been back and the food and service were much better...I rarely write reviews unless I have a positive experience somewhere. However, in this case I think the owners should know how bad it was. The only reason Im rating this restaurant/café 2 stars is that the burrito my Dad had was decent. I ordered a tamale plate and it looked ok on the outside, but when I actually tried it, the corn was very mushy and the inside vegetables were tasteless. Im not sure if it was undercooked or overcooked. But it was literally the worst tamale Ive ever had, hands down. I believe I paid $10-12 for one tamale. Ive had street tamales for 3 bucks that were a million times better. I couldve lived with one item on the menu being bad, or maybe the cook was having a rough day. My real issue was with the customer service (or lack thereof). When I told the girl taking orders that it wasnt good, she couldnt have cared less. She didnt apologize or offer to remake it or ask if I wanted something else. Because the corn outer casing (i.e the tamale) was inedible, I calmly asked if she could give me a couple of corn tortillas to at least help finish the vegetable filling and have some semblance of a meal. Which she did manage to do, after charging me for them!

Review №76

2019-10-08 01:21:38

Real organic & very fresh local food

Review №77

2022-05-15 23:07:48

Clarify your hours please. We love the food but probably 3 or 4 times now weve come and there is some magical surprise about not serving specific (or any) food.

Review №78

2018-08-16 07:53:13

Im not sure what it is about this place, but I have never left without making at least one or two new friends. Delicious food at reasonable prices. The obelisk/bulletin board outside is one of the best places to find out whats going on in the valley.

Review №79

2022-05-18 22:37:54

Were not vegetarian but this is definitely the best food weve had during our trip! (And we have been to a lot of well regarded restaurants)

Review №80

2019-06-29 20:38:04

Spend hundreds of dollars in this place and over the past two years the quality of items have definitely declined. I took one plant back and they have a store policy not to return goods that’s are clearly dying. Plenty of other places with much better returns than these guys. Not more business coming from me!

Review №81

2019-07-05 18:16:42

We were very excited to try Farmer and the Cook since it’s been recommended a few times by friends. Pretty disappointed. The store is cool, but the breakfast burrito, coffee and hot chai were subpar. The burrito, being the only hot food breakfast offering, should have knocked it out of the park. There was wayyyy too much turmeric and no other flavors. There was maybe a sliver of avocado we added to it and we got maybe a touch of cashew cheese. The only saving grace was the salsa we poured over it to help the taste. The chai was weak and should have cost at most a buck. The coffee my husband got was weak and he takes his lighter than mine. He didn’t like anything and we probably won’t return. Bummer! They have an awesome place and concept that could do really well.

Review №82

2016-09-15 16:31:24

The breakfast burrito with squash, broccoli and cauliflower is incredible. Add a bit of their orange, vinegar based hot sauce and its even better. Just wish they made those fresh tortillas with lard so there was more flavor - ah well, the plight of the omnivore in a vegetarian restaurant.

Review №83

2016-09-04 02:37:59

Simple, clean food thats perhaps a little boring, but fine. Undersalting seems to be the main culprit. Oddly enough, the brown rice which came as a side with both of our meals was not only the best part, but genuinely spectacular, and in no way suffered from this.The market portion is surprisingly well-stocked, with produce healthily taking up the majority of the space – much of it grown on their own farm or otherwise locally, earning them extra points.

Review №84

2017-11-13 16:31:50

I was REALLY excited about this place and REALLY wanted to like it. I was very disappointed all around. Service was terrible. It was slow (food took 25 minutes after I ordered (burrito), and then my food was cold. The place was dirty. Tables were not cleaned. Bathroom toilet was backed up, and no one was dealing with it. The food was not good at all. My burrito was 3/4 brown rice... maybe a tablespoon of avocado in the whole burrito. Very disappointing overall. I have no idea where the good reviews are coming from.

Review №85

2018-10-24 08:16:57

This places is close to to one of our dearest friends who lives in Ojai. Every time we visit Ojai we always go to this place. Theyve got wonderful vegan and vegetarian options. Ive never had a disappointing meal in the handful of times when visiting California that would try this place. I would suggest it to anyone.

Review №86

2023-05-12 23:34:30

Great food, coffee/drinks, nice store, fair pricing.

Review №87

2022-03-26 19:28:16

Such vibes. Guy playing guitar in the yard. I haven’t even eaten the food yet but I can tell it’s going to be that good. The smoothie? Amazing.

Review №88

2022-11-30 17:28:48

Friendly staff, great food, great vibe, lots of outdoor seating, quiet and low key place to work and chill. My favorite spot I found in Ojai!

Review №89

2018-03-23 05:10:13

Pretty much the worst breakfast burrito Ive ever had. Super bland with steamed cauliflower and zucchini, little egg, no beans. Weak coffee and they kept running out. They said they were out of avocado (even giving me my money back after I had been seated), but had them for sale in the market. I tried to doctor it up with salsa to no avail.

Review №90

2015-11-16 21:44:16

I had lunch here and immediately wished I could have my next three weeks of lunches here! The food is simple and tasty, the produce is farmed locally and the shop is super-cute. Youll have to go out of the way to get here, but its well worth the journey.

Review №91

2020-12-12 04:04:51

Great place for breakfast! Best breakfast burrito it town! We also loved that there is a small market place within, so picking up some fresh berries for the kiddo was a huge +

Review №92

2021-12-21 16:55:43

I generally find this place over priced and nothing special. Meanwhile it is very popular. I always take things to go.It has a pleasant dine in atmosphere. Plenty of outside seating for dining. Counter service.

Review №93

2020-06-21 16:56:39

Known for their organic food and outdoor seating. This Mexican cafe is a superb place to come after a day of hiking or a long adventure at one of the nearby national reserves.

Review №94

2020-11-03 16:05:27

I make sure to stop here for breakfast or lunch every time Im in town, their food, smoothies and juice never disappoints. This last visit I brought home a loaf of their spelt bread, its that good.

Review №95

2019-01-18 20:29:48

Love this place! Visited here each day I was in Ojai. Their baked goods are beyond tasty and the chai smoothie was a favorite. Enjoyed perusing their shop and even bought a book signed by a local author.

Review №96

2017-11-21 17:48:23

I was visiting from out of town when taken to this wonderful little shop. We ordered the Sopes, tacos and guacamole. All were delicious! You can also purchase herbs and some vegetables in the shop and they serve wine and beer. Would highly recommend.

Review №97

2015-07-21 14:15:58

My favorite place! I loved everything I ate here! The jalapeño poppers, guacamole with homemade chips, and the veggie burger were just fabulous! Also nut loaf with shiitake mushroom gravy! Yum!! I will go anytime I can!

Review №98

2016-11-06 15:00:04

Great place for a quick and healthy bite to eat. Had their breakfast burrito with eggs along with the Almond and Cacao smoothie. While light, I was able to sustain the Ojai Loop and ride home (Long Beach) without feeling famished. I will be stopping by the next time I ride into Ojai, for sure! They have a lot of tables for seating (4-seaters, large groups) both indoor and outdoor. Service was decent and the waitresses were friendly. Single restroom in the rear of the restaurant. Very interested in trying the Acai bowl next time.

Review №99

2021-06-03 18:50:49

Vegan options on the menu and in the store. Check it out.

Review №100

2019-10-11 22:59:14

Local community market and lunch spot. Nice place to see familiar faces grabbing coffee or tea from the wall of coffee,loose leaf teas and herbals! And dont forget about their live music on Sunday evenings (maybe other nights too)

Review №101

2023-05-17 10:14:14

Delicious food. Nice little farmers market. I recently moved to South Carolina and the thing I miss most about California is this food!

Review №102

2021-10-05 21:55:09

Sometimes takes forever on food, almost always takes forever on smoothies, juices, drinks. Still, food is amazing and its a local staple of the community. Must hit dining.

Review №103

2021-03-13 05:26:36

Not all too bad for a quick bite or market stop. Albeit, somewhat pricey and modicum to few select-goods and other things, they make a best ssmoothies/shakes in town.

Review №104

2017-11-12 02:40:53

Always delicious. always fresh. always great service.my daughter loves the Ojai bowel, says it is the best thing in the world. I favor the vegan enchiladas.

Review №105

2017-01-25 18:59:04

Ive been here plenty but the service is all over the board, the food is way too expensive and if you have a nut allergy you might die, I used to get muffins a lot and one day with no warning there were nuts in them! I brought it up and they gave me my money back but no one seemed to care, at ALL. It happened several more times.

Review №106

2014-06-09 15:08:18

Needs training but healthy and friendly. Our smoothies were a dissappointment. Mine was the choco peanut butter one and was too warm and pudding like instead of icy and blended. I asked twice for more ice and a reblend and after a very long wait the waiteress came back out with the untouched warm soupy drink to tell me they put some ice in the bottom and itll get colder. It was gross and Im sorry I didnt stick to my guns but we had waited so long already we had to let it go. My boyfriend got the pina colada smoothie that had the right blended consistancy but way too much lime flavor added. it was a cute place and the bread looked amazing, but it was a one timer for us.

Review №107

2019-05-26 21:57:32

Such yummy food and really great kid menu. I had the kale chard enchilada and thought it was fantastic! My toddler had the burrito and also thought it was so good!!!

Review №108

2020-12-31 04:06:59

Love the Farmer and Cook. Healthy food that is cooked perfectly and is delicious.I think their Chai is the best plus all the cookies and bakery items are great!

Review №109

2018-07-16 16:01:21

This is a great folksy local eatery with fresh organic produce, farm to table healthy food options for all diets. Sunday summer nights are extra sweet with live music & wood oven pizza on the patio.

Review №110

2022-02-24 01:23:04

Stopped with my bike club on a 50-mi ride. Pastries really good. Very nice outdoor patio.

Review №111

2016-11-28 19:03:22

The breakfast burrito hits the spot! They have a great looking list of smoothies. I only tried the Chai-on. I recommend it be renamed Banana Bread since chia actually means tea and there is no tea flavor. There is banana, cinnamon and maybe clove/ nutmeg? Anyway, the spices you would find in Chai Tea but also in good banana bread plus the noticeable addition of BANANA!

Review №112

2017-06-21 12:35:04

A bit over the top. While the food was ok, their lack of well air conditioned seating space made my meal less pleasant. Kudos for being so focused on vegetarian/ earth friendly practice.

Review №113

2021-05-21 20:25:33

The taquitos were not very good didnt even finish them. My second time ordering them, first time they were also bad so I should have know better.

Review №114

2021-11-08 20:15:44

Good market, but took 45 minutes to get our food and they forgot our coffee. Didnt realize I didnt get my coffee until I was back on the road. Super unhappy with the lack of professionalism.

Review №115

2017-05-17 05:58:30

Loved it! Appreciated their emphasis on organics and overall good health. Had the cashew cheese quesadillas. Enjoyed the peaceful environment (mountains in the background) too.

Review №116

2018-07-18 21:08:14

Saturday and Sunday evenings are pizza nights, with live music outside on Sunday nights. People were friendly, and there were many children there too. Very good vegetarian pizzas.

Review №117

2019-07-02 22:51:34

Highly recommend the chocolate beet cake! Definitely worth the drive from Ventura just for that, but there’s a ton of other great reasons to make the trip.

Review №118

2021-02-22 20:05:39

This spot was found on our way to a hike, we stopped for breakfast! It was fresh and was amazing. We sat on the patio, soaking in the sun and chatting away.

Review №119

2018-03-21 20:17:48

Gotta love it. Social convergence, unique menu, live music and artisan pizza on Sundays, great staff. Lots of yummy things to try and occasional deals on produce.

Review №120

2017-05-07 19:30:14

Food was outstanding however as first time customers the servers werent friendly or helpful to us rookies who had never been there before. But again the quality of the food was 5 stars.

Review №121

2021-12-05 17:02:11

The food is organic, homemade, and delicious! Its a stop I always look forward to when visiting family in California.

Review №122

2023-08-18 17:13:41

Very rare place Super cool

Review №123

2020-01-18 02:56:33

PureLove!!! Awesome Food,..KindHearted Folks .... You wont find Better or Fresher food in Ventura County!!! Fill your belly warm your heart and soul in minors oaks

Review №124

2019-02-15 22:11:08

Excellent soy and nut free cookies and breads. The chai tea has the right amount of spice and is not too sweet.

Review №125

2021-12-28 22:10:37

I d take back the tip if I could. Not only very slow. Half of the family ate and half an hour later the rest of the order came, cold and uncooked. Very inconsistent.

Review №126

2016-06-27 05:44:25

For us locales, the outskirts of Ojai for a bite, hang with friends, summer BBQ pizza nites, locally grown veggies, homemade peanut butter and a great menu for the health conscience.People usually come back a second time - or more!

Review №127

2022-09-07 21:38:53

I love, love this place! I live in ventura and will travel all the way to ojai for their delicious food

Review №128

2017-03-24 17:58:58

Quirky little place that blurs the line between cafe and health food store. Small and tasty menu, with good options for kids. Lovely patio.

Review №129

2021-01-04 01:14:40

Disappointed in the quality & service compared to a few years ago. Much better vegan dishes prior. Juice was good.

Review №130

2018-10-12 01:44:53

Great vegan food, but food service can be hit or miss (wouldnt advise if a quick bite is what you need). With that said food is great.

Review №131

2021-10-11 01:20:23

Great food and laid back down home local feeling. So very happy they are surviving The Pandemic.

Review №132

2017-05-24 06:18:09

Its healthy, its fresh, its vegetarian (or even vegan) but unfortunately it tastes very bland. I like the concept but the food wasnt worth the trip.

Review №133

2020-03-14 15:47:06

That is a wonderful market and cafe. Super fresh produce and vegetarian dishes. Friendly staff and a very charming atmosphere.

Review №134

2021-05-03 18:03:14

Took over a half hour to get our food. The exterior and patio isn’t well maintained. Food was decent but not amazing.

Review №135

2018-06-05 22:41:16

Love this place! Its the only place in the entire Ojai Valley where you can get really excellent, nutritious, organic food. Truly a wonderful place!

Review №136

2019-02-18 03:29:26

Tasty food, great vibe and ethics. Would have been good to receive our drinks while waiting for food. A bit slow.

Review №137

2017-08-28 01:03:03

Great health food store...wonderful tomatoes and real! bread. Restaurant portion was average. Wonderful funky hip ambience...

Review №138

2022-04-25 21:22:52

Wow, this is your dream hippy vegetarian cafe with legit grub and smoothies that don’t suck…please keep the tradition of the nature boys going strong!

Review №139

2019-10-04 02:03:36

This place so awesome.Love vegan food here and also there have a lot of organic stuff

Review №140

2021-12-01 14:57:39

Great food and coffee. Friendly staff, clean bathroom. A gem on a seemingly obscure side road.

Review №141

2013-12-28 14:18:31

Fresh organic produce and healthy (not excessive) portions. Try the veggie burger or the raw taco. Rustic, with a large outdoor dining area.

Review №142

2019-04-20 00:07:05

Has great potential, but their service is extremely slow, they arent very friendly, and the smoothie I ordered wasnt at all what I asked for, and it took them 25 minutes to make...I drank it because I was thirsty and didnt want to wait another 25 minutes !

Review №143

2021-03-05 00:48:36

Great homemade fresh breads. Yummy desserts. And fresh sqeezed orange juice that tastes like candy.

Review №144

2021-04-10 21:12:52

Great produces, bread, all types of food products. Great staff and service. Very casual but clean.

Review №145

2018-07-25 14:46:45

What a pleasant surprise to find a place like this in Ojai. It is like an oasis where excellent, innovative, energizing food is served in a relaxed setting. Lots of options for sitting.

Review №146

2018-02-09 20:58:08

Good mexican selections, vegan fare, and groceries in this small Ojai shop. Surprisingly enjoyable music selections at dinner as well.

Review №147

2017-02-21 15:13:46

First time to eat here. The good was super fresh and tasty.The restaurant it self could use a little TLC

Review №148

2018-03-10 19:01:03

Love love love!!!! Best place for fresh and delicious food. Their jalapeños entree and veggie sandwich are my favorite!!!

Review №149

2023-02-12 20:47:11

Great food, good prices and great vibes! Raw Tacos and Hurache are favorites.

Review №150

2018-02-27 17:34:05

Great, high quality food. Easy relaxed atmosphere, yet could also go there on a nice romantic date.

Review №151

2022-03-12 19:50:43

The best veggie burger I’ve ever had in my life !! 100/10 WOWOWOWOWOW

Review №152

2016-06-18 20:39:11

Really delicious. For a vegetarian place, some of the food is a bit heavy, but it is really good. Highly recommended!

Review №153

2019-04-06 04:34:32

First things first: ridiculously over priced. Youre paying for environment and brand name. In which case, if you can spare the money its worth the experience. I just wouldnt build a habit of shopping there.

Review №154

2021-02-20 21:04:36

Excellent food and service. The sourdough loaf is to die for. Just make sure to leave one for me.

Review №155

2020-10-03 13:13:07

Love this place... fresh baked homemade cookies, vegan smoothies, and good vegan tacos.

Review №156

2021-05-10 04:16:42

Foods are awesome 👌. They serve food very quickly. Just their place is not fancy.

Review №157

2022-02-05 02:47:37

The only proteins served at this joint is the SPIKE proteins that land in your food from the mandatory vaxxed staff.

Review №158

2017-07-06 05:25:18

Very tasty food. Raw produce is very fresh and tastes far better than produce bought from other grocery stores.

Review №159

2018-04-10 01:19:31

People seem to like it, but not my favorite in Ojai. I prefer Rainbow Bridge and are happy theyre expanding their cafe.

Review №160

2018-03-05 03:58:37

This place is a gem! The vegan tostada and huarache were delish, and the vegan chai was so good, too.

Review №161

2020-08-13 20:58:15

A wonderful place! Great food, great staff. When we return to Ojai, we will visit them again.

Review №162

2019-07-30 22:44:08

Loved their veggie sandwich, home made bread, super fresh delicious salad

Review №163

2022-11-26 02:20:07

Despite not being a vegetarian or vegan it was pretty amazing

Review №164

2017-08-17 18:08:57

Vegan food is usually pretty good. Wait staff can have bad attitude. Service is slow.

Review №165

2017-08-22 21:06:52

Really nice, very mildly seasoned, organic hippy food in a lovely setting. Good for kids.

Review №166

2019-07-23 06:48:33

Best acai bowl ever. Fun pizza nights with live music. Good people watching.

Review №167

2019-10-16 20:19:18

Nice place but god it is expensive! Thats the downside of the organic natural places.... also, lattes arent good. Bummer

Review №168

2018-08-19 17:20:51

Great food, cute little store with many vegan offerings. Very friendly employees as well.

Review №169

2022-10-18 13:52:05

So delicious! Try it all. The food is alive.

Review №170

2018-04-13 21:52:53

A bit too hipster and a very long wait for a smoothy but it seems that the rest of the food was very well made.

Review №171

2017-04-20 01:20:12

I always say Id rather eat at home, but this time I didnt have to say that. Best quality organic fare the way I like my food!

Review №172

2016-08-03 17:36:33

They know the art of making juices. Just go with the colors green, red or orange. Great food too!

Review №173

2023-10-20 19:25:51

Love the oat bars!!!!!

Review №174

2018-03-01 02:06:55

Wednesday night vegan or vegetarian nut loaf with mashed potatoes and shitake gravy is delicious!

Review №175

2016-10-18 07:20:53

Amazing vegan, vegetarian food and smoothies. All natural and home grown produce used at this place.

Review №176

2022-02-07 18:03:06

The vegan breakfast burrito is so flavorful and delicious!

Review №177

2017-09-01 20:31:08

The place I eat the most.. organic and fresh and good, a little on the pricey side though.

Review №178

2021-05-08 04:38:32

Great food but service can be slow. But worth the amazing food. 💗

Review №179

2019-02-08 00:39:28

The food here is great, but the bulk spices here are the best in California.

Review №180

2020-11-06 04:44:15

I was not impressed I’m not sure why people like this place so much the owner is not a very pleasant person at least from my experience but I’ll let you be the judge certainly wasn’t worth my time

Review №181

2016-08-02 06:55:07

Completely Vegan. Was charged 50 cents for less than a teaspoon of pico de gallo.

Review №182

2021-01-07 02:04:02

I love the food there, natural, organic and always fresh!

Review №183

2016-12-02 07:05:11

A great place to grab food also the chocolate chip cookies are amazing, and the staff is super friendly!

Review №184

2018-09-23 05:48:00

A great place for an affordable healthy meal with a relaxing, laid-back atmosphere.

Review №185

2016-01-21 02:22:05

Most Favorite place in Ojai!!!Breakfast Burrito!!!!Date and Pumpkin Seed Muffin!!!NUT LOAF!!!!!This Place Rocks!!!

Review №186

2017-06-05 02:08:48

The place was packed on a Sunday night. The waitress with the blue hair and glasses was very helpful!

Review №187

2018-02-27 01:29:19

A shout-out for their spicy cheese biscuits, quite possibly the best Ive ever had in my life

Review №188

2017-01-17 01:09:46

Amazingly great vibes, food, and people. Everything is organic, most of the produce grown on the farm.

Review №189

2021-08-30 03:33:35

A very poor pizza on a Sunday night, thrown casually on the table by disinterested staff.

Review №190

2018-02-04 09:26:20

Very courteous service, great food and plenty of take home items.

Review №191

2019-12-13 00:04:40

Love the vibe of this place, all organic! Dogs are welcome on the patio.

Review №192

2018-09-03 19:29:15

Vegetarian options only. A little bland but healthy. Nice patio.

Review №193

2019-09-24 20:39:51

Great, healthy food. Great atmosphere. It has soul.

Review №194

2016-12-10 04:36:59

Really good food although expensive and very busy. Lots of fresh options available

Review №195

2018-08-12 14:42:31

I like their healthy bakery items. Their diups are excellent too.

Review №196

2019-09-02 04:23:33

Great food kind people and awesome atmosphere! Thank you kindly!!

Review №197

2015-12-14 23:38:58

Great vegan and vegetarian food. Enjoyed the breakfast burrito.

Review №198

2017-01-14 05:27:08

Breakfast burrito is the best deal in the morning. Great salad bar!

Review №199

2017-06-24 17:05:16

Breakfast burrito was ok, but the wrap was tough and not nice to eat.