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"Started in May 2021 in Ojai by former tennis coach-turned-cook Takeshi Ozaki and his wife Chikage, this original burger cafe drew attention when its sandwiches and burgers impressed a group of vacationing friends; Carl Tong, in particular, was sold after trying the karaage chicken sandwich. The spot established the Ozakis’ approach of Japanese-influenced burgers and chicken sandwiches that later informed the pared-down menu and concept for Ojai Burger." - Anne Marie Panoringan