Explore Ojai
Stunning pink moments, enchanting trails, relaxing spas, fabulous golf and gallery hopping – this and more awaits you when you open yourself to an Ojai adventure.
photo image by Ray Powers
EXPLORE OJAI
Enjoy some relaxing spa time, grab a bite to eat, get outdoors or spend an afternoon wine tasting, or find a great book between concerts. Ojai also has several unique and exciting events throughout the year.
Look below for Ojai Festival Artist SPECIAL OFFERS at participating locations.
Dining
Known for using fresh and local ingredients, Ojai’s many restaurants offer visitors a unique taste of the central coast. No trip to Ojai is complete without a delicious meal – use our quick restaurant guide to help you plan your culinary adventure!
Agave Maria’s Restaurant and Cantina
10:30 am – 9:00 pm
106 S. Montgomery St. | 805 646 6353
Mexican food with a fresh twist, featuring several organic and healthy options. Restaurant has a large outdoor patio and a wide selection of drinks. Located downtown. Reservations are recommended.
Bonnie Lu’s Country Cafe
7:00 am – 2:30 pm, closed Wednesday
328 E. Ojai Ave | 805 646 0207
Homestyle breakfast and lunch diner. Features a wide range of traditional American entrees – a local favorite for breakfast. Make sure to arrive early to get a table.
Ca Marco Risorante
Tuesday-Wednesday 2–9pm, Thursday-Saturday 11AM–3PM, 5–9PM, Closed Sunday- Monday
1002 E Ojai Ave, Ojai, CA 93023 | +18056401048
Inviting atmosphere and delicious authentic Italian dishes.
Farmer and the Cook
Monday-Wednesday, 8:30AM–4PM, Thursday-Saturday 8:30AM–4PM, 5:30–8PM, Sunday 8:30AM–4PM, 5:30–9PM
339 W El Roblar Dr, Ojai, CA 93023 | +18056409608
Organic market & bohemian cafe with a large patio serving vegetarian Mexican fare & salads.
Jim and Rob’s Fresh Grill
Monday-Sunday: 8am – 8:15pm
214 West Ojai Ave | 805 640 1301
Located in beautiful downtown Ojai, Jim and Rob’s Fresh Grill offers comfortable indoor dining and scenic patio dining, and fresh made salsa at our salsa bar. Jim and Rob’s Fresh Grill offers a wide variety of Mexican American choices and regional favorites.
Love Social Cafe
Monday-Sunday: 8am – 2pm
205 N Signal St, Ojai, CA 93023 | +18056461540
Cozy breakfast and coffee place.
Nocciola
Lunch: Wednesday-Saturday 11:30 AM – 2 PM
Dinner: Tuesday-Thursday 5:30 PM – 9 PM | Friday & Saturday 5:30 PM – 1o PM | Sunday 5 PM – 8 PM
CLOSED MONDAY
314 El Paseo Road | 805 640 1648
Reservations strongly recommended.
Ojai Deer Lodge
Thursday-Friday 12–9PM, Saturday 11AM–9PM, Sunday 11AM–8PM, Closed Monday-Wednesday
2261 Maricopa Hwy, Ojai, CA 93023 | +18056464256
Farm-to-table dining & regular live music in a lodge setting with fireplace & outdoor seating.
Ojai Valley Inn Restaurants
Ojai Valley Inn, 905 Country Club Road | 855 697-8780
The Ojai Valley Inn offers a wide variety of phenomenal dining experiences. Explore their website for further details.
Osteria Monte Grappa
Sun – Thurs: 11:30 am – 8:30 pm, Friday – Sat: 11:30 am – 9:30 pm
Closed Sunday dinner
242 E. Ojai Ave. | 805 640 6767
Authentic Italian cuisine offered at the heart of downtown Ojai. A wide range of pastas, entrees, and pizzas made fresh from local ingredients. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Rainbow Bridge
8:00 am – 9:00 pm
211 E. Matilija St. | 805 646 6623
Rainbow Bridge’s hot deli offers a wide variety of dishes as part of their rotating menu, as well as sandwiches, soups, and smoothies. The grocery has all the ingredients to perfect your picnic.
Sanders & Sons Gelato
Monday-Thursday 12–8PM, Friday-Saturday 12–10PM, Sunday 11AM–8PM
334 E Ojai Ave, Ojai, CA 93023
Gelato from scratch at a micro dairy in Ojai, using organic cream, milk and eggs, fresh fruit from locally owned farms, focusing on local, seasonal flavors.
SPECIAL OFFER: Show your artist badge at checkout to receive one free scoop of gelato.
The Nest of Ojai
Wednesday-Monday 11am – 9pm, Closed Tuesday
401 E Ojai Ave, Ojai, CA 93023 | +18057989035
American-style food cooked with a local flair.
The Ojai Vineyard
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm (Thursday – Sunday), 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Friday – Saturday)
109 S. Montgomery St. | 805 798 3947
Owned by Adam and Helen Tolmach, the Ojai Vineyard produces artisan wines using local Ojai and Central Coast grapes. Located a block from Libbey Bowl, their cozy tasting room is a great place to unwind between concerts.
The Ranch House
Tuesday-Sunday 5 – 9pm, Closed Monday
102 Besant Rd, Ojai, CA 93023 | +18056462360
Upscale Californian fare, including homemade bread & site-grown herbs, plus an extensive wine list.
Yume Japanese Burger Cafe
Thursday – Sunday 11:30am – 8pm, Closed Monday-Wednesday
254 E Ojai Ave, Ojai, CA 93023 | +18052728963
Delicious Japanese Burgers cooked with wagyu beef marinated for 24 hours.
Explore Ojai
These are some experiences we highly recommend you take advantage of when you visit Ojai. We promise that each of these places and activities will enrich the time you spend here!
Blanche Sylvia
SPECIAL OFFER: Show your artist badge at checkout for a 15% off discount.
Sespe Creek Collective
SPECIAL OFFER: Come to Sespe Creek between Sept 15-22 and show your artist badget at checkout to get a $1 gram, honey-shot, capsule, or patch with any regular purchase.