Artists, free spirits, and innovators have always gravitated to Ojai. As early as 1882, the Ojai Valley, tucked within the Topatopa Mountains just about an hour northeast of Los Angeles, became an attractive getaway for its hot springs, temperate weather,
and picturesque valley sunsets. More than a century later, people still flock to the region. In the last few decades, city dwellers seeking a quiet, slow-paced life have turned this sleepy town into a premier dining destination. These transplants’ zeal for excellent food is a welcome transformation, one that brings even more fine dining and innovative cuisine to a cozy section of Ventura County. Below is the best of the bunch, listed from west to east.
The latest update adds Boccali’s Pizza and Pasta and Santa Barbara’s sister restaurant, Little Sama.
