Stopped here on our way back from Death Valley. It's a beautiful stop to look at the history of the tow and enjoy a hot meal. I enjoyed their miner's mainstay sandwich and fries, so good! The server was very nice, and welcoming. Definitely stop by this place! read more

Burgers and fries, burgers, and fries! This restaurant came highly recommended from some people that had given me tips about where to go in Death Valley and no other restaurant was on the list. I was informed if I had a few extra minutes head south to the spot. It's not fancy it's Neighborly although yesterday the server was a little discombobulated because the role she was in was not her regular position however, her purpose was spot on! She smiled, remembered and a good conversationalist! Thank you This ambiance is a saloon setting with bar swing doors. Old decor but quaint. read more

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one of the best diner bereakfasts of all time! hashbrowns perfect crunch on the outside and perfect temp and complete texture on the inside. a true treat! california omlette was also epic. couldnt ask for better. generous amounts of ingredients. cook is cute and waitress sweet and funny as all get out. diner is super clean and fresh inside and outside, even the bathrooms! its three days later and im still thinking about it. highlight of hours on the road. made it better. rolled out full, happy and ready to get back at it. if your gonna pass through shoshone, make this your stop! (ps. have cooked & cheffed in my youth, so when i talk about food, it does come with a smidgen of pretty top expierience from diners to highly coveted restaurants.) ps. museum next door is really good too. esp if your a book nerd. #readingissexy read more

Took our daughter and grandsons here for a midmorning breakfast as we charged our R1S at the nearby Rivian Adventure Network and enjoyed the BEST food and coffee! I was particularly impressed by the wonderful marble rye toast that came with my bacon & eggs & hash browns. All the food was perfectly cooked and high quality! The folks there were super friendly too! The decor was old west, charming and comfortable. If you need to charge your electric vehicle en route from Las Vegas to Death Valley, be sure to make the Crowbar Cafe a special destination stop! Plan to visit the Shoshone Museum right next door too. It's a gem! read more

Time stopped in this little town but people are like long time ago,very friendly if you like a glass of wine don't come before 11am absolutely love the experience and will return read more

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Excellent stop on our way out of Death Valley. Server was super friendly and nice. Had a good sense of humor and was very accommodating. Veggie burrito was substantial and delicious. The veggies inside were plump and well-cooked. Sante Fe chicken was also very tasty. The chili wasn't as flavorful as we would have wanted but for those who want a chili on the lighter side, this is perfect. Nice outdoor seating during the sunset. It was a very nice experience. Highly recommend for those passing through! read more

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Just happened upon this adorable place in Shoshone CA. The food was delicious. We had homemade chips and salsa and the combo plate. Great food, great service, friendly and clean. Thank you, Brianna!! P. S. Steve said "everything on the plate was fresh, hot and homemade. Food was excellent and service even better!" read more

Crowbar Cafe - Homemade chips and salsa. - American Near Me - Shoshone, California

Super cozy and cute spot! Not many options around so we weren't expecting much. Came in on a Tuesday at 9:50 am while a large group of bikers were here, didn't eat until 11:05 am. Our waiter was very apologetic and the other employees were rushing to get everyone's dishes out. The rush in an extremely small town is nobodies fault, however -1 star because there was no line and nobody greeted us when we came in and we awkwardly stood at the entrance for 20 min before someone acknowledged us. I ordered the spanish omelette and it was delicious! Coffee was standard pot coffee. No complaints there. Dining room pic after the morning rush was over. read more

Crowbar Cafe - bar area/second seating area - American Near Me - Shoshone, California

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Friendly service and everything was super clean, including the dining area and restrooms. The chicken Caesar salad was solid, and the salmon was really good with perfectly grilled veggies. The fresh-cut fries were absolutely delicious, and the locally made Death Valley black cherry soda was a great surprise -- so good! read more

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The three stars are for the one lady who is running the show here. Cute little eatery in the middle of nowhere. Clean and tidy but only the two people working(cook and runner) so Review would be five stars if the food was even close to worth what we paid. Don't get me wrong, being in the middle of nowhere you have to expect the prices to be higher than you're used to but for pete's sake, the fries were cold and the sandwich(albeit looks fantastic) was kind of awful? Chewy and unseasoned... bread was 'chewy' like a bagel? Ended up using all the honey mustard to get it some flavor. Would I ever go back? Most likely no, but we just wanted to take her something to eat before spending the day in Death Valley. read more

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Awesome place for my family. Had 1 breakfast & 2 dinners. Everything is made fresh. Friendly service. You can't do much better within 100 miles of Death Valley. read more

Rustic western feel of a mining town cafe Clean restrooms. The Miner's Mainstay is a great cheesesteak sandwich w/ generous portion of coleslaw. The black angus burger & fries was tasty. The rattlesnake chili was not too good(canned beans). Service was friendly read more

I loved the Crowbar cafe! Food was teriffic and the portions were very generous. I fell in love with the waitress too! A beautiful gal with a teriffic personality. She is also a true desert rat and loves Shoshone. I'll be back soon! read more

Food was actually really good. We ordered Ortega burger and enchiladas. The French fries were best I have had.

Did you just spend a long day in Death Valley National Park? Are you tired, hungry, and looking for some respite? Well, you might not know it when you drive by, but this is a nice little sanctuary. The food is good, the people are nice, and they are even open on Christmas Day! Highly recommend is your address ever in the area! read more

The food was absolutely astounding! Our server, Bianca, was the nicest, most genuine server I have ever had! We loved the atmosphere and definitely would return! read more

Darn good service, pleasant ambiance (especially in the renovated bar area) and pretty good value for tasty food. We had lunch yesterday and breakfast this morning, walking across the street from the Shoshone Inn. You won't regret it. read more

We didn't eat here, but stopped by for a beer. The selection isn't great (hence taking off one star), but I highly recommend Death Valley Brewery in Tecopa for a truly magical experience. We sat outside at the Crowbar and enjoyed the lovely patio area, which is full of native plants and a surprising amount of wildlife. read more

Food was average at best. Fries weren't made fresh to order. Old and soggy. But... when in the middle of nowhere it'll certainly do!

During our recent road trip from Genoa to Phoenix (through the Eastern Sierra and back up via Nevada US-95), we stopped for a 2-night stay at the Shoshone Inn. The Crowbar Cafe is across the street, and basically the only place to eat in town or within miles. There is Steaks and Beers in nearby Tecopa (for dinner) that is the subject of another review. We had 2 breakfasts and a dinner here. I enjoyed the comfortable and country cafe (and bar) seating and décor, and found the breakfasts (pancakes and eggs the first morning and poached eggs with bacon, hash browns, and toast) to be plentiful and delicious. Gayle had the same, except for scrambled eggs and sausage the second morning. Although the wait person made an excellent martini before dinner, we both agreed that my fish tacos and her Chicken Santa Fe lacked taste and were overall just so-so. But in this part of outer Death Valley, beggars can't be choosers. Overall service was down-home friendly and responsive. Having a full bar available was also a real plus. Once here, we took our time and really enjoyed our meal-time stays here. read more

Crowbar Cafe - American Near Me - Shoshone, California

My sister in law visited from out of state and we took her to Death Valley National Park. Have driven by the Crow Bar many times and decided to stop last Wednesday, March 12, 2025. It was very unsatisfactory. It took about 5 minutes before a server acknowledged us and spoke to us. In her defense and in defense of the Crow Bar she told us that there was a large party in the bar and that they were short handed that night so it would take awhile, but we were hungry and in the middle of no where so we decided to stay. I ordered fajitas and my wife and her sister ordered a combo plate. When it was clear we were in for a wait we ordered chips and salsa. The chips were hot & right out of the deep fryer but so greasy they were inedible. I assume the oil wasn't hot enough. We ate a chip each & then called it quits. It took nearly 2 HOURS to get our food. If we knew how long it would end up taking we could've driven to Pahrump and eaten at a restaurant and been home before we got our food and finished it. My steak fajitas were overcooked. The steak was dried out and was full of gristle. My wife and SIL said their food was OK but it looked like their plates had been put into a commercial salamander for too long. I understand the Crow Bar is supposed to be good, and I'd like to give them another chance, but I'd hate to try again and end up throwing my money away. If the owners would comp me I'd try it again. If not, which I would understand, then I'm not willing to put my money at risk. read more

They have an amazing bacon cheeseburger with fries very clean and friendly people. It's a nice place to get out of the wind and it's a lovely place to sit outside during the sunny day. read more

What an oasis on the roadway! Expansive in and outdoor seating accommodating large groups easily. They even have a stage. They have a full bar and a bunch of beers in bottles in the glass fridge on the side of the bar. Local taps but not workable this night. Had an Ortega burger and it was a neatly placed Chile with cheese in a burger. I thought not spicy but Tabasco remedies that. Trout and salmon available here. In the middle of the desert. Yes, it was prepared perfectly and tasted great. Friendly server and cook! read more

Crowbar Cafe - Bar - American Near Me - Shoshone, California

A two lane desert highway to nowhere leads you to this little junction oasis. Shoshone is a town most people would pass through except that sign warning you there is nothing for 56 miles. And it is here that you find the Crowbar Cafe. I walked in to this cafe and was impressed. Clean comfortable tables and a spacious de room with a pretty nice looking bar area stocked with the basics. The restrooms were out back but again clean and well maintained. There is even an outdoor stage and dance area for some live entertainment should the occasion arise. The menu seemed to have the cafe basics. I went with the Ortega burger subbing out the Swiss for a cheddar/jack blend. The burger came cooked right. A little color but nothing juicy enough to ruin a bun. All toppings one would need with the pickles being a little sweet. Sides were a choice of home cut fries, potato salad or coleslaw. I went slaw. Creamy and a little sweet but not too much. The staff was friendly and attentive. My iced tea never went empty. And even though the local gas prices may scare you the meal was reasonable. Finally they have free WiFi in case you need to reconnect before heading out on the lonely highway. Great stop. Would definitely recommend. read more

Crowbar Cafe - Out Front - American Near Me - Shoshone, California

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Our food was excellent and the service was great, next door is a free museum of local wildlife and native culture. The Crowbar Cafe had that old time dinner vibe which was fun to experience on a family road trip. My husband and son enjoyed their BLTs and I had a delightful bowl of chili. read more

I would love to give this place 5 stars, but service is lacking. The waitress, seems overwhelmed even though it was not overly busy. She even had a look of disgust when she saw us sitting there. My buddy and I, and another, separate couple, had just sat down since she walked thru last. The cook ended up taking all our orders before the waitress even "took" our order. We were kind, and honest when she came by and told her what we "ordered". So, as far as service goes, still lacking as I stated in my previous review. ** However, give that cook a raise for his Hussle, and great personality!** Why did I give a much better rating? The cook took our order and had the food out ASAP! It was hot and fresh. And as I suspected, delicious! Probably the best fries I ever had, and that's no exaggeration! The cheeseburger was really good. Much better than expected from such an out of the way kind of place. Full menu now available. If you find yourself anywhere near Shoshone, I recommend stopping in and grabbing a bite! read more

We really enjoyed this spot after hiking in Death Valley all day! The food was so good and service was amazing! I highly recommend ordering the salmon, it was very well cooked and came with delicious veggies read more

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We stopped here for a quick beer break and were pleasantly surprised by the experience. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. The restrooms were spotless, which was a nice bonus during a road trip. It's a great little stop to refresh, relax before continuing our journey. Simple, clean, and convenient -- exactly what we were looking for. read more

Crowbar Cafe - Bar - American Near Me - Shoshone, California

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Delicious meal served by friendly people and cooked by a thoughtful maestro. BLT sans bun came expertly wrapped in a big romaine leaf. The fries alongside were obviously fresh cut, tender and crisp, super tasty. The spot has been recently remodeled and is clean and shiny as a new penny. The layout has a diner on one side and a long bar on the other. I'll come back with friends for the bar experience! read more

Crowbar Cafe - BLT sans bread with majestic fries and an IPA from Tecopa Springs Brewery. - American Near Me - Shoshone, California

Finally open again. Was worried about the quality of food, but it was great and the service was great also. Having the bathroom inside is sure a nice change. And they are wonderful. The hours and days are Thursday thru Saturday from 10 to 6, but will change to more days after a bit read more

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Food is good! Decent selection of beers for its location. Sat down and was served immediately. The inside has an old school feel it's nice! read more

Crowbar Cafe - Menu one side sry - American Near Me - Shoshone, California

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So cute!!! In, literally, the middle of no where. Great hospitality and service!! The food was good. Cute pit stop in the desert! read more

Crowbar Cafe - American Near Me - Shoshone, California

Adorable little diner stop for breakfast on the way in to / out of Death Valley in Shoshone. There are only two people that work there, but they are extremely efficient and nice, small town folk. I am not a fan of eggs, but felt compelled to get an authentic California omelette, and I'm very glad I did! Tons of avocado and fresh. We really enjoyed walking through their side yard next to the museum. read more

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Kim was such a pleasure to talk to, she gave excellent recommendations for both meals and desserts, and educated us on some of the history of the cafe! The ambiance was relaxing and family friendly, my fellow patrons were awesome people. I'm from Texas and I got to say, these burgers were fantastic and that apple pie was unparalleled. Incredible experience and I can't wait to swing back through. read more

Crowbar is the only place to eat inShoshone, but we don't need a second place because crowbar is perfect. The food is great. The staff are always pleasant to deal with the atmosphere is congenial. Everything is clean ... What's not like? TheMiners mainstay, a variation on the Philly cheesesteak is a great sandwich and they have several other great dishes as well. 10/10 recommend! read more

High prices are just a part of life in small desert towns. I don't blink at an $18 turkey burger in these parts. Still, we were shocked and disappointed by my boyfriend's almost $20 Chicken Ceasar Salad here. It was a very small bowl of lettuce with less than a third of a cup of chicken slivers on top. It was less than 1/4 of what I'd call an average-sized chicken breast, even though the price was higher than my burger and fries; and almost as much as a full trout dinner. We could have ordered more food, but didn't want to give even more money to a place that was clearly screwing us. After a long day hiking in Death Valley, we really needed more food, but we left hungry. Needless to say, we won't be back. BTW: check out my reviews. I almost never give a single star.I'm not a vengeance-yelper. This was just a really bad experience. read more

Incredible ambiance - it was the perfect place to beat the heat in Shoshone. Food was average, but staff were very friendly and the bar was well stocked. read more

After a friend and I hiked at China Ranch and had a date shake there, we drove to Shoshone to have lunch. I had been at the Crowbar once before, many years ago--a stop for coffee that my wife needed. She was have caffeine withdrawal. There are two sections to the Crowbar. One side seems to be the bar area. We went in the area that was the café. Our server told us to sit where we wanted and we sat at the last table toward the kitchen. She dropped off menus and took our drink orders. Both of us ordered the club sandwich which was served on a croissant instead of three slices of bread. We also had a choice of side--fries, potato salad, or cole slaw. There was a bit of a wait but it was worth it. The croissant was filled with ham, turkey, cheese, and lettuce and tomato. There was a large amount of fries with the sandwich. My iced tea was refilled and my friend asked for some hot water and it was brought immediately. When the server asked if she could bring us anything else, I said, "Yes, the internet." She said, "Just one moment. I'll get it for you." In this area near the southern area of Death Valley, there is no cell service--nothing! She brought a slip of paper with the password for the wifi of the Shoshone Museum next door. Bingo! She brought me the internet. It was a good signal and I could catch up on the world away from Shoshone. Great service from our server!! I really like this café and saloon. It's rustic, the food is good, and the price is right. I wouldn't hesitate to stop here again! read more

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The crowbar is one of my favorite rural restaurants. Great place to stop whether you're driving or flying into Shoshone.

After 45 minutes we walked out. We bussed the table. No menus or drinks were offered. Apparently in the bar area is where the locals were served immediately. All of the locals came in after we did. No service at all. Don't eat here if you have a small group read more