By Nancy Ransohoff

...From the small open kitchen, chef and co-owner Susan Coulter turns out high-end but unfussy food at reasonable prices.
You can also opt for the back dining room, which is a bit quieter, or the pleasant, pet-friendly back patio overlooking Ojai’s Arcade Plaza. Wherever you sit, you’re in for a treat...
...Duck breast is expertly prepared; a recent incarnation with coconut-curry sauce was heaven on earth. And I haven’t met a pasta dish here that I didn’t like. The three-cheese ravioli, in particular, is simple but good.
If you’re in the mood for seafood, the local and seasonal catch is handled with care and attention to detail—grilled swordfish might be paired with a delicate compote of dried cherries, red wine, honey, cinnamon, and orange...
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