While researching Julian staples to visit/try, I came across this restaurant and was eager to try…read morebased on the "farm-to-table" aspect and not going to lie, the food looked absolutely delicious and amazing. We were not disappointed at all. Upon arriving, there was a musician playing, and they did seat us off to the right so we could not see but could hear still. There is outdoor and indoor seating, but at the time we came it appeared that the outdoor was reserved for an event. We happily sat inside! Having met Jeremy's parents earlier in the day who also recommended his restaurant, and they were just lovely, we had hoped to possibly meet Jeremy too. I wanted to try everything, but we opt on getting a few dishes to share. Our son ordered the filet mignon and they were able to substitute mashed potatoes for fries. Amazing!! The mac & brisket appetizer appeared to be the highlight and specialty and we just had to order it. Every bite was cheeesy and delicious with the brisket very moist. We couldn't go without ordering the Brussels sprouts and it had a twist with ponzu sauce and pineapple. Definitely a different take and I thoroughly enjoyed the taste. Every bite was foodgasmic and I highly recommend!!! I knew coming here that some Yelpers have experienced wavering in quality, so glad we did not experience that at all. As of the date that we came, we understood that the restaurant had been listed for sale, not sure if Jeremy sold it yet or not. I hope not, we plan on coming back this summer!

I came here with family without reservations and we were able to get in. The hostess and server…read morewere super friendly and accommodating. It was a homey atmosphere with excellent dishes.

Always super tasty. Their pizza and beer is awesome, but I'm personally a huge fan of their Mac and…read morecheese, and the watermelon salad. Try not to go on weekend nights cos it gets really busy!

*My rating stems from my experience there and I didn't want their service to impede the rating.*…read more It was my first time in Julian, and I was quite ecstatic to be there! When we saw the Julian Beer Company, we couldn't help but be drawn in for a drink and food! Before ordering, we had used their restroom which is located inside the coffee shop; super cute aesthetic! We went inside, not the first building, but the second building. We had grabbed a menu at the front and looked at what we'd like. We had chosen a few items and waited at the bar area. The man working there wasn't pleasant. Unfortunately, we didn't feel welcomed. He was short with us, stared blankly, and didn't say a lot. There wasn't a greeting nor a nice transaction, since words weren't really exchanged. When we ordered, he didn't respond and there were long pauses. We felt quite judged and confused. We ordered anyway, and took a seat outside. We had ordered their IPA and their Japanese lager. For food, we ordered their cheesesteak, extra rolls, coleslaw, and their sausage. Their sausage was fantastic!! I loved every bite. Th with cheesesteak was also good and had a generous amount of cheese on top. Their beers nicely washed down the food on a warm day. After eating, we decided to waltz into the first building to look at their merchandise. Inside, a different man had greeted us with the biggest smile! He asked if we needed help, and gave us free stickers. He was very kind and made our day! I truly liked the city, beer, place, food, and the service that kind man had given to us. If we didn't have that interaction full of judgement, this place would be beyond five stars! Hoping it will be magnificent next time.

Saturday night in Julian, most places are closed. But not Julian Cafe and Bakery ! It was doing…read moregold rush business, quite fitting for Julian. Just about every table was occupied, but the servers were efficient and certainly friendly. My order was the Cafe Hamburger ($16.95) which came with a huge portion of French fries, and slices of pickle, onion and tomato. I requested mayo to complement the house-made ketchup. The patty was thick, done medium well, and very tasty, clamped by a very fresh bun. Tammy was the server, and despite being quite busy, checked in once or twice. A great burger and great service.

UPDATED: Thank you for your response and for apologizing. I do appreciate that you removed my meal…read morefrom the bill. That said, I do want to clarify that, from what I observed, we were not the last table to be seated. I understand it was a busy Fourth of July, and I know everyone can make mistakes. My disappointment wasn't because of the wait alone--it was because my order was incorrect multiple times, and I was eventually asked again what I had ordered even though it was just biscuits and gravy. By the time my food finally arrived, the experience had already been affected. I don't expect perfection, especially on a busy holiday. I simply shared my honest experience and hope it helps improve service for future guests. -------------------- We ordered our food and my friend received her meal, but my order of biscuits and gravy didn't come out correctly. The server acknowledged the mistake, saying it was her fault and that she would get it fixed right away. Unfortunately, the wrong order was brought out, and the staff had to come back and ask what I had originally ordered. It was a simple order--just biscuits and gravy--so it was frustrating that it was difficult to get right. When the correct food finally arrived, the experience had already been delayed and a bit discouraging. At that point, I was honestly just over it, especially when I was asked if I wanted a box, as if we were finished. Overall, the food was fine once it arrived, but the service experience that day was disorganized and left a negative impression.

We went to Miners Diner for lunch while visiting Julian. It's been awhile since I've been here, but…read moreI'm always delighted by the decor (old kids toys, vintage signs, etc). My husband and I ordered a ruben with chili cheese fries and a tri-tip sandwich with fries. The star of the day was actually the chili cheese fries, which was surprising! My husband pointed out that they do serve chili as well, which I will probably get the next time I'm in town. The sandwiches were also very good, though the Ruben could have used a tad more sauerkraut to balance the flavors. The fries on their own are double fried or battered (or something along those lines) and have an incredible crunchy texture! We came on what I would consider a moderately busy day for Julian, I've seen Miner's Diner packed to the brim before. Our server, Kaylin or Kaitlin (I'm sorry about the spelling!) was amazing. It's obvious she's been a server in a busy restaurant for sometime, as she was on top of EVERYTHING. It was like she had the timing down to a science--and not for just our table,--but her whole section. Refill? She was ready. Done with food? Check ready to go + to go boxes. She was doing that with the other tables simultaneously. Impressive, honestly. Overall, this is a nice spot to stop by if it isn't packed to the gills. Food is standard Diner fare, but does add the the mining town vibe Julian has. We didn't get any this time but I also suggest the shakes or sodas. We got one called Tigers Blood in the past and it was very yummy!

Classic restaurant in the heart of downtown Julian that gives off classic diner vibes. The service…read morewas a bit slow even when the restaurant was not particularly busy. The burger was good but the fries came out ice cold.

I was passing through town and was starving. I stopped at Heroes Wood-Fire Pizza and decided to…read moreeat some what healthy. I ordered a 1/2 or small caesar salad. It was a huge bowl of salad and chicken. that was fantastic! The service and staff were top notch. They let me bring my dog on the patio. What a great find this was, from food, service and atmosphere it was 10 out of 10!! Thanks for having me!!

Their Pepperoni Pizza ($17.20) off their 12", 8 slice Classic Pizza menu -- with wonderful addition…read moreof Garlic Butter on the crust ($1.05) -- served hot, had a delightful thin, flavorful crust and a satisfyingly cheesy & pepperoni topping. Impressively sturdy paper plates, plastic utensils, and nice napkins for a casual eatery (it's those seemingly simple details that elevate my dining experience)! We paired our pizza with local Julian Hard Cider (22 oz. bottles $14.55 each), which we discovered through Google Maps that their tasting room was just down the street (our next stop)! Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable outdoor dining area. Wish it was closer; we'd definitely visit more often.

Fantastic tucked away brewery in Julian. Good mix and selection of fine craft beers. Their imperial…read morestout is fantastic if that's your thing. Very reasonable prices as well for 5oz tasters if you want to build a flight.

This is a great, no-frills brewery. They had a nice variety of beers. Plenty of outdoor seating…read more The parking lot looked a little small, but street parking is adjacent. The bartender was friendly enough. They don't sell food, but other reviews have mentioned food trucks. Honestly, if I only want beer, I much prefer this place to Julian Beer Co.

The rumors are true. Don't eat here…read more It's true that you're quickly seated, but there will be a vacuum cleaner hanging out in the corner of the dining area. And the tables are a little sticky. All forgivable grievances really if the food was mid to okay tasting, but it wasn't, so yikes. I ordered the French dip sandwich ($16.95 I think). The sandwich comes with sliced smoked tri-tip topped with a slice of cheese + grilled onions on a toasted French roll. It's served with a side of fries and a cup of au jus. Initially, it looked promising, however, I heavily suspect that sliced tri-tip was just deli meat in disguise. Moreover, the au jus was incredibly salty. It. Was. So. Salty. Without the au jus, the sandwich was just a sandwich and not a French dip. Overall, the kitchen needs to exercise more qual control. Both orders of fries for the table were severely undercooked. And the buffalo burger was burnt. There is litany of things that Rongbranch could do better, so come at your own risk. Strategically eat here if you need a bathroom break or a break from the crowds. However I advise against making Rongbranch your dining destination while visiting Julian.

We came here because all the other ideal restaurants have one hour wait time, this place did not…read morehave any wait; however, we waited for one hour for our food, which is ridiculously long for a restaurant that is not even full at the time. The server was accommodating but did not notice our wait until 45min later, she offered salad which was a nice gesture. The potpie was on the salty side, the breading was good, flaky dough. The skillet breakfast item has a nice puff pastry, but felt a little empty. I would hope that they would improve their management, as others around us were waiting for a long while, too. The restaurant had a gift shop in the front and back of it. There was a lot to look at while we were waiting, which helped kill some time.

This place is a 90 mile round trip from where I live but sometimes you have a free day to fill and…read morewhy not. Road trip! It was worth the drive. Food was so good (burger and grilled chese with brisket.) And even though it's in the podunk Santa Ysabel, there are other things (pie, bread) at the same intersection so you can get a lot done. I'd like to also call out the fries. I have an unhealthy obsession and visceral reaction to bad fries, but Farmhouse 78 hits it out of the park with their fries. It defies logic that other sit-down places will meticulously prepare quality, fresh food, then slap frozen Ore-Idas down on the plate. Farmhouse 78 does not do that. Fresh cut potatoes fried in beef tallow. Doesn't get any better than that. I'd add a sixth star just for the fries if I could. I plowed through them before I even touched the sandwich.

We had high hopes this place would improve... but nope. This was my second visit--and definitely my…read morelast. I even brought friends who had never been here before, thinking it could become one of our regular stops when we're out hitting the trails. Instead, it left a bad taste in everyone's mouth... and not just from the food. Waitress: Where do I even start. She claimed she was hard of hearing--but her attitude spoke loud and clear. Tossing menus on the table, aggressively slamming salsa down, and getting snarky over being off because our party count was off by one person. Seriously? It took two seconds to adjust the table, but apparently that was just too much. Yes, she technically did her job... but with such a cold, unwelcoming, and rigid attitude that it made the whole experience uncomfortable. What really stood out? We were there first and ready to order, yet she chose to take care of every smaller table that came in after us. No communication, no "I'll be right with you," nothing. Just ignored. Basic courtesy clearly isn't part of the service here. And trust me--I used to be a waitress. I handled large parties all the time and actually communicated with my tables. It's not that hard. Honestly, if gratuity hadn't already been forced onto the bill, she would've gotten $0. The only pleasant person we encountered was the busser--quick, friendly, and actually seemed like he wanted to be there. Maybe swap their roles, because he outperformed her by a mile. Food: Let's talk about the food... if that's what we're calling it. Everything came out cold. Not "warm-ish," not "could be hotter"... just straight up cold. It felt like our plates were sitting under a heat lamp for way too long before making it to the table. One "white" friend asked to have her meal fixed--fine, no problem. But when another "Hispanic" friend asked the same thing? Suddenly there was attitude, menu slamming, and mumbling under her breath. So... what exactly was the difference? Why the inconsistency and hostility? If the kitchen is that backed up, maybe management should step in and help instead of letting food die in the window. Just a thought. Final Thoughts: This place had potential... but that waitress single-handedly ruined it. We'll be taking our group (and our money) elsewhere--Dudley's Bakery is looking like a much better option moving forward. I usually bring large groups out here, so this isn't a small loss. Unfortunately, if this is the level of service they're okay with, this place isn't going to improve anytime soon. At this point, it's less "Farmhouse charm" and more "junky barn energy."

Love this place. Great pit stop for the family and especially the kiddos burgers, grilled cheese…read moreand cold fresh ciders ! Live music in the back and fenced in area for the children to run around. Board games, selfie photo op stations, and good vibes.

Great place to stop for a quick delicious burger. The garlic Parmesan fries were a large serving…read more(enough to share) and were delicious. Located in Julian Station that also houses little shops and cider and wine tasting. Great after a long morning hike.

Great eatery, we weren't sure what to expect. We wanted to do takeout and bring it back to our…read morecampsite. We ordered the 12 street tacos with three different meats. They came nicely prepared with limes. We bought the pinto beans and rice separately. We got chips and salsa and guacamole. Everything was delicious, but for four people there wasn't quite enough rice and beans. Wish we would've gotten two orders but we didn't know how big they were. At the end, we were all satisfied with the amount of food there was and the deliciousness of the takeout meal. Highly recommend.

Disgusting!!! When I touched the table, my hand stuck to…read moreit, as if it were glue. (Unclean) This might be the reason I saw roaches running out. When my fish taco finally did arrive, it was about the size of a sardine laying underneath a bed of indistinguishable material similar in appearance to the stuff in a compost bin! (See photo) Finally, I refused to pay $4 for the COMPLIMENTARY chips. Definitely wouldn't feed that to my worst enemy. Eat there at your own risk!!!!!