Review | David Longstreth at Ojai Deer Lodge

David Longstreth at Ojai Deer Lodge | Credit: Rebecca Horrigan

Driving through winding dark roads to Ojai on a cold Thursday night for a concert at the Deer Lodge, I wondered just exactly what I was getting myself into. But the moment we pulled up to the historic roadside eatery, performance venue, and watering hole, I knew we were in the right place. Established in 1932, the oldest restaurant and tavern in Ojai glowed from the inside out with a patio, blazing fire, and an even warmer welcome from our server. 

The menu features classic comfort food with a fresh California spin. Their truffle parmesan brussels sprouts were the savory blast I was craving, and the Lodge Burger topped with bacon jam provided the perfect base. Their beer list plays the hits, and I happily grooved with an Edel Pils on draft from Enegren.