Cute ice cream shop right in town. We went 2 days in a row to try different flavors/options. On…read moreFriday evening it was packed and only 1 teen girl was working, but she did a great job of staying on top of orders. A little disappointed that the froyo machine was down and bananas were too brown for the split, but otherwise they had a decent selection.

We were craving ice cream. They were COMPLETELY out of everything except a sherbet!!! My son…read moredecided to get a shaved ice and the lady had been sitting on a chair for a customer. She walked to the freezer and took out the ice block. I asked her "Are you going to wash your hands?" She said "I will have gloves on, but I'll wash them if you want me to". I said yes please because you were on your phone and who knows what's on your hands. That so gross that had I not asked her to wash her hands, she wouldn't have. She did wash her hands and put on gloves but she didn't put enough syrup. You can tell it was low on syrup. Will not be back.

Fourth of July weekend we decided to head up to the cabin for some cooler weather. One important…read morestop before we head to the cabin was a quick visit to James store. Kernville was wall-to-wall people everyone enjoying the Mountains, sunshine, Kern, river, and America's 250th birthday. James store was busy as might be expected on the big holiday weekend. I headed to the meat department too many choices. I decided on 2 habanero and 2 black pepper chicken kebabs to barbecue and a 6 pack of carnation drumsticks for dessert. The store looked great decorated and fully stocked they were ready for 4 July holiday. Shelly my cashier was super, all check stands were open very little waiting. Our barbecued kebabs Saturday night were delicious seasoned perfect and the marinade just right. The drumsticks hit the spot as well. Happy birthday America

Purchased a bathing suit here and came back within 2 hours to exchange for a larger size. The…read moremanager, Sara, unfortunately was extremely rude. She kept interrupting stating no refunds. After I explained to her at the time of purchase this was not communicated she stated how they are not required to inform customers. She then emphasized how it is a red tag items which means no refunds. Once again I explained how I was not aware of this as it was not communicated. She continued to stated how it's not required to inform customers about this. All I was asking for was an exchange for a different size. Instead they tried forcing me to purchase the exact same bathing suit in a different t size. I have been a customer here on family vacation for 25 years. After this moment I will not support this business. I will be contacting the owner as she stated. Simple communication could have cleared this up from the beginning, and the managers approached has improvement for customer service skills.

Food was really good. We came to see the national forest/100 trails and on our way back down we…read morewere hungry and we found this diner! We believe the food was pretty good and the service was good too. They had good music and good ambiance. Definitely recommend.

I had an "interresting" morning....compliments of Cheyl's Diner…read more I am a trained military explosives expert- however " the type of Explosives I am referring to here is NOT a quality ANYONE would hope to have to deal with- and very much warrant an honest YELP review, warning, or an I told you so. Yes,That bad. A skimpy ration of what they put between the rye toast and the disgusting over pricing - I gladly welcome vs. the "effects" of it on the human body. The rudeness, teribble service, and ignorance of the owner, and staff there goes right along with the effects of what happens afterwards. I would appreciate it if I were issued a T- shirt reading " I survived Cheryl's Diner" to serve as fair warning to those who are not aware. I believe in supporting the "Mom & Pop" establishments in our communities, but I would have to bet that "Pop" suffered and exited - after dining in this place. This would be a perfect target for Chef Gordon Ramsey to visit. Can't imagine the horror he'd find in the walk in freezer. Needless to say, If given the choice- I would choose military MRE's over this futile attempt of actually considering this place a " Diner". The loud gossip between the waitresses should have been enough of an indicator to leave. The results of the effects on the human body after eating there though, will assure that I will NEVER return. Actually, I feel it's only fair to warn others of the results of this poor choice. I would seriously consider beginning a "fast" to going through all that again. I'd love to admit I am exaggerating- were that the case. If they have " negative" grades on rating the "cuissine"- This place is a banner reason why. I can only offer my appology to my date, and fair warning to any who consider eating there. I would go onto the lack of cleanliness of the restrooms- but I am truly ready to simply let the memory of the place fade, and become an automatic warning to avoid it at all costs in the foreseeable future. If I had to sum it up on one word, I rekon "Disgusting" would do.

If you're passing through Wofford Heights or camping in the area, please stop at the Kern River…read moreValley Art Association. There's no line for coffee. Staff are all volunteers working to raise funds for a new art center next door. Everywhere in town was slammed with long lines and wait times. If you're looking for quick coffee, this is worth going a few minutes out of the way.

Friendly coffee shop - very old school, cozy vibes and nice barista. I really enjoyed the art…read moregallery - great items and great prices. Thank you!

4/24/2026: My review should not have any stars since I can't honestly provide a review of their…read moreproduct, their ambiance.. my 3rd time trying to patronize Old Isabella Coffee and I've officially "struck out". After driving in to town from Los Angeles, I told my husband I wanted to grab a couple of coffees before going to his office, but I wanted to support a small shop instead of going in the the grocery store where they have a coffee chain kiosk inside. I believe in supporting small business! We had tried to visit Old Isabella Coffee twice before, but it was later in the afternoon and they were closed. I decided to give them a pass and try again since it's earlier. But today, we arrived before 1pm and parked. I went up the stairs to their entry door and it seemed very dark inside. The door was locked, and only then did I realize the blinds were closed. I checked the posted hours and they close at 1pm daily, but apparently they closed early on this day. A Friday, in a town that often leans on "weekenders" for increased business volume. While looking for the posted hours I saw the very friendly sign which shows a revolver pointing forward so you can look down the barrel of the gun and they proudly announce that there's nothing inside worth dying for. How warm and inviting! Well I, for one, was really looking forward to an amazing coffee beverage "to die for".. but now I know this won't be my place locally. I've tried 3 times and found myself alone at their place of business. In retrospect, the 3 ladies at the Starbucks inside the Vons store had a LINE of people waiting to buy coffee, snacks and lunch. As I joined the line, I casually said "I guess this is the place for great coffees in town!" and two of the guys in line said "they're reliably open, the service is great and have decent hours during the day". They were wearing yellow vests, maybe guys working on the street improvements or employees from SCE? If i owned a small business in a small town, i would definitely be pandering to just this type of customer. Extend operating hours, offer discounts to these contractors to bring them in daily! The guys said they're at Starbucks more than once a day, every day. That's a lot of opportunity lost to the little, local guy. So while I'm not usually a Starbucks person, when in KRV apparently they will be my go-to from now on. I tried to support local, but wasn't getting the support in return.

a cozy place with fresh coffee. I'm glad that such establishments exist with nice staffread more

Stopped by here for the first time with some friends who wanted us to try it out!…read more It's a cute place and had great outdoor seating. The day we went was surprisingly busy because of course it was their 20th anniversary celebrations and we had no idea! Even with it being incredibly busy things came out quickly! I got to try a peach slushy margarita thingy (I forget the cute name) and that was delicious and refreshing! All the food was delicious and well made! My husband really enjoyed the burger and commented how much he liked the meat mix. The server was a delight, and all around it was a good choice to stop by! We will be back next time we're in Kernville!

Been coming a few years (I'm from LA but constantly visit Kernville...a long time)…read more Staff is friendly, the menu is very home bbq/diner-esque. The view is fantastic, and the beers are good (my husband says---he's the beer guy!) They have coloring menu for little kids, and good size portions for them too. Would suggest for visitors (and locals who haven't gotten around to it!)

I absolutely love stopping in to get supplements. Catherine is so knowledgeable and really takes…read morethe time to listen to your needs and point you in the right direction. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting she will answer all your questions. Im really interested in getting my blood type and starting the book eat for your blood tupe. Im also interested in the tests that she offers so many services here in our small valley!! Thank you for all the help and advice you've given me!!

The owner has no customer service skills. The products are awesome when she decides to open. At one…read moretime they sold smoothies, but only during specific hours because she couldn't make them herself she had to have a staff person make them.

1. Not closed. Open and amazing. 2. This little store has…read morejust about anything you might need on a trip, whether it's because you forgot to bring it up with you or you just want to pack light and buy stuff here and at very reasonable prices. 3. TRI TIP!!! We stayed across the street at the Sequoia Lodge, and in the morning you can see them start the smoker and that sweet smell... Their little restaurant is phenomenal. The various hot sauces are a great touch, but the service and smiles that come with it are the cherry on top. Anything with tri-tip, but especially the breakfast burrito and their French toast (no tri tip, lol) are to die for.

Riverkern General Store is one of those places that makes you want to come back every time you're…read morein the Kern River area. The staff is genuinely friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help. The store has everything you could need--from camping and fishing supplies to snacks, drinks, and groceries--and the deli is outstanding. The tri-tip is incredible, and everything tastes fresh and homemade. It's the perfect stop whether you're grabbing breakfast before a day on the river or picking up supplies for your trip. The small-town atmosphere and excellent customer service make this place a true local gem. I can't recommend it enough! Riverkern General Store and Deli is an absolute must-visit when you're in the Kern River area.