Honestly the only thing that's good about this gas station is that it's open 24hrs and the only…read morehalf working gas station that you can get gas on Fort Irwin. The gas pumps are always broken and if they aren't they pump gas extremely slow. It suck because we live here and that's all we get. Hope this review makes them want to change for the better.

I probably use this place more than any shop, store or service business here. Why? It's the only…read morestore that's open 24/7! I gas up my car (prices are significantly cheaper than in LA), indulge my weakness for energy drinks (May my kidneys forgive me) and stock up on Stella and Newcastle. This is the base's own little 7/11 with a more robust alcohol section since it also substitutes as the new Class XI. They have a decent beer selection and a full aisle for wine (which is more than I would have even suspected). A lot of table-top wine, but I don't think this place has a lot of resident sommeleirs. If there are any out here, they're in the basement hiding from the violent high-desert marauders that rampage the land on their motorbikes (did I mention that they should have filmed the Mad Max reboot here?). The one catch is that alcohol is only sold between 4pm and midnight daily (boo). This applies to everyone: Soldiers, spouses, civilian contractors, free-loading uncles, pets. A decision enforced by Big Brother, I mean, Fort Irwin Commanding General. (If I get selected as a tribute for the next Hunger Games, you'll know why). Anyway, minimal groceries are in supply if you just need run down the street and buy some eggs or milk or shredded cheese or bacon or a loaf of GMO bread. This is an Army base. I'm sure anything organic would shrivel up and die. The same goes for souls, hope, romance, old episodes of Full House and used Whole Foods bags. Seriously, I brought a couple empty Whole Foods bags from Los Angeles and as soon as I passed the gates of the base, they spontenously burst into flames. If you want real groceries, go to the commissary (a lot of their stuff isn't that real either). The 24 hour shoppette is for people who need a quick something to eat or if they need to cook but the commissary is closed and they don't have any food left in their fridge and pantries. The majority come here simply because they just don't want to cook. They don't know how or don't care what they eat and can't resist those rubbery hot pockets and hungry man TV dinners and Stouffers brick pizza and Kraft/GMO Mac and cheese. They did try to sell fresh bananas and apples and carrot slices once but a riot ensued and the employees got pelted with twinkies and ding-dongs and Slim Jims. In all seriousness, the employees have always been nice and they're quick to get your purchase rung up. They're pretty adherent to policy. A geriatric Korean war vet hauling his oxygen tube will still get carded for alcohol. They'll demand to see your ID if you use your credit card and spend a minute looking you, then the card, then at you again and cautiously slide your card. Having been a victim of identity theft once, this doesn't bother me at all. They sometimes often only have one or two people at the register so they can get pretty bogged down during the 20 minute rush before everyone has to be at work or right after work because everyone wants to get beer. This is walking distance from the town center and all the Pinnacle (scathing review on Pinnacle to come) bachelor apartments. Very convenient. One thing to note is that this place will always be open, even when there's a power outage (which is often in Fort Irwin). They will never go down and I think Fort Irwin designed it to be this way so this could be a place for emergency supplies and food (power outages here sometimes last for days). They have one of those mega back up generators. Lots of alcohol: check Lots of tobacco: check (even though I don't use) Lots of high-shelf-life food: check Lots of racks that only sell Maxim and Guns & Ammo and Muscle, Inc: check Lots of unleaded gasoline and diesel: check Lots of bottled water and gatorade: check Back-Up Generator: check When the zombies rise (stop laughing) I'm headed straight for this place and locking the doors. This place will be the last, lingering outpost of human civilization (seriously, stop laughing). Until then, it only deserves three stars.

I do pickup orders every week and Xavier does a great job! He always picks the freshest fruits and…read morevegetables per my request and is very friendly and has great customer service!

Please hire more workers. Lines are always bad with 20 plus people waiting and usually only two…read morelines. I feel bad for the workers.

Swung by this Walmart while waiting for my car to charge at the Electrify America station. The…read moreWalmart is pretty large, clean, and well-stocked. My friends and I ended up picking up some bananas here, which were pretty affordable. Tip: don't use the self-checkout line, and just go to one of the regular checkouts. They have people working those lines, and there were almost no lines! This Walmart also has a Burger King inside of it for people who want to get a quick fast food snack. Restrooms are clean and also well-maintained. Workers aren't the friendlist, but they get the job done.

I was staying at hotel off Lenwood and asked the front desk girl if there was a CVS nearby and she…read moresaid no, closest thing was Walmart. I drove here to get a few things and it's probably 6 miles from where I was staying. This location is actually nice and clean inside. There's a grocery store and then the regular Walmart store. I was shocked to see they sold Reebok here as the display was nice. I don't believe there's a Target in Barstow so this is it!

Absolutely unacceptable…read more I was stopped from entering the women's bathroom at Food 4 Less-- despite being a woman. The staff member questioned me, then followed me into the bathroom and confronted me while I was trying to use the stall. It was invasive, humiliating, and deeply discriminatory. This was not about safety -- it was about ignorance and the need to police someone's identity. I left shaken and furious. Until Food 4 less addresses this with proper staff training and accountability, I won't be returning -- and neither should anyone who believes in basic dignity and respect

Lowest priced gas we saw while driving through to Vegas. Also searching for a cake so we stopped in…read morethe grocery store. Not so appealing. Long lines.

Small and unique, not a big selection of wine. But they have what you need. I like how they have…read morethis facility near housing area and away from the soldiers training there. Less temptation.

Unfortunately you will find a nicer selection of adult beverages at a truck stop. Ordering beer…read morethat is not currently for sale is equivalent to that of writing to your senator or congressmen - you will probably never hear back from them. I suppose all the soldiers here not only have to deal with alcoholism due to the misery endured here but as well as a poor selection of drinks that they desperately rely upon to numb the pain of the ongoing theme of Fort Irwin's lack of care for anything or anyone.

Its highly highly recommended that you stock up on water HERE... before getting into Vegas... where…read moreall bottled water is twice or three times as expensive. Just a tip

Friendly service. Small market store without a lot of options. They carry the small propane tanks…read morebut not the 5 gallon ones. They do sell firewood

My favorite place to find rare asian snacks! Delicious! My favorite place to buy produce as well!read more

Despite being a pocket-sized town, Ridgecrest has its fair share of culture…read more It's not quite 99 Ranch Market, but Orient Outlet's actually pretty good. They're not specific to any particular nationality as I was seeing implements for making Filipino, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Korean food. Most things were canned, but there was fresh produce in the back, fish and meat in the freezers, and the occasional pieces of statuary or vases that were for sale. Seems like a nice, family-owned market carrying Asian comfort foods you can find at the Albertson's or Stater Brothers along China Lake.

To be honest, this place reminded me a lot of the 100 year old liquor store I once visited in…read moreUpland. I had picked up a sheet with information on old Daggett from the Route 66 Museum in Barstow. Here's the short version. The original store burnt down in the Daggett fire of 1908. (the nearby buildings were also destroyed as well) But they rebuilt this place, and this became the first 'fire proof' building in the Mojave Desert. Fire proof due to the fact that the whole thing was re-built using a railroad carload of cement. (The roof too!) Back in the day, the place was one of few that exchanged gold dust and nuggets for cash that miners could spend. Later, in 1953, a safecracker got away with $1000.00 in gold dust and nuggets. But ya. Back over Columbus day weekend in 2017. I stopped in front of the place because it looked old. Then I read the paper and discovered it was actually old. Then I went in to buy a soda because it was kinda warm out. The guy behind the register was nice. The soda was cold. Boom. That's about how a convenience store run should be.

Was new to the area and was surprised to see there was a market within walking distance from our…read morehouse. Upon entering the store the owner Joe made me feel comfortable with his warm greeting of welcome. For a small business they have good services and upon request will stock special items, such as favorite drinks or candy and snacks. You can rent a U-haul or car dolly. Pay your utility bill, send and receive money. Send small packages and even cash checks. So I suggest the next time your passing thru Daggett stop by Desert Market and say hello to Joe, Mic and Beckey. Dortha,

Our friends brought us here because they really love this place!…read moreIt's a really small spot, it has unique Asian items for sale and you can order either a beef plate, pork plate, chicken plate, or a mix. The plate comes with rice, kimchi, and bean sprouts. It's all made to order so it can be a wait. It took about 30 minutes for 8 plates which isn't bad. The lady working there is super friendly. I got a chicken and beef mix. The beef is subtly sweet but very flavorful. The chicken is juicy. Pork is fatty and most in our group said it was their favorite. Kimchi is out of this world and the bean sprouts are nice and crunchy. To me this is a great gem in ridgecrest!

This place is a hidden gem! If you love amazing Korean barbecue and delicious kimchi, you have to…read moretry it. You can choose from chicken, pork, or beef--I went with the beef, and it was so good! The sweetest little old lady runs the place, and she's so kind. I was camping at Red Rock State Park, about 30 minutes away, and found it by chance. Now, I plan my camping trips just so I can come back here. It's that good! If you're near Ridgecrest, you have to check this place out. It's a must!

I wandered in here today while visiting the Calico Ghost Town for the first time today. We've…read moredriven by all my life but haven't stopped until today. They have lots to look at in the store. They have candy, cowboy hats, craft sodas, and tons of other kitschy "ghost town" related items. They were on the busy side today and only had one person patiently working the register. She was nice and friendly. I purchased a wood patriotic paw sticker. I wouldn't have waited in the line but I've never seen anything like this before.