"Run by two sisters, Rory’s Place is a jack-of-all-trades restaurant and wine bar right on the edge of the town’s main strip. There are crudos, gem salads, and wood-fired vegetables, but many of the familiar dishes get new, successful, and fun twists here—the roast chicken is topped with blackberries and the broiled oysters come with fermented chili butter, for example. There’s also a happening back patio, solid cocktails and natural wines, and a raw bar that's an attraction unto itself. If you’re looking for a lively Ojai dinner spot with very good food, Rory’s is where you want to be." - nikko duren