Disappointed. I ordered online to pay at the restaurant…read more 1) The bill was supposed to be $56.77. When I got there i paid with my card and they charged me $67.61, more than $10 different and it wasn't due tip. I know everywhere they charge you 3% more if you pay with card instead of cash, but it was 19% more. 2) I got a burrito and it was 2/3 the size of a burrito from chipotle for the same price and the food was as salty. 3) I got the combo meal but the fajita didn't come with the wrap nor did I get my drink. I won't come here again. If the food is good I won't mind the higher cost, but they need to be transparent about it. But the food was ok (don't like how salty it was) and the unethical regarding the lack of transparency with the charges is making me not wanting to come back.

We were looking for a place to eat lunch in Ridgecrest. We usually stop at classic burgers but this…read moretime we decided to go for some Mexican food. Wednesdays are the best day to visit this restaurant since they have tacos for $1.49 a piece all day on Wednesdays as they're special. We were just lucky enough to be there on a Wednesday so we swung in and had some tasty tacos I had the Carnitas tacos which were delicious note that these are street tacos so they are a little on the small side but well worth the money great service from the staff there we had the nicest server I think her name is Sylvia. Highly recommended if you find yourself in Ridgecrest any day of the week, but especially on Wednesday.

Great mexican spot in Ridgecrest with delicious, HUGE margaritas! My favorite spot for a good meal…read moreand a yummy drink. The food is always delicious and large portions - the "lunch" size is available all day and always plenty of food for me! I got the large carnitas plate (meat was cooked perfectly!) and I took enough leftovers home for two more meals. They have a full bar and make delicious margs with a variety of flavors (unfortunately I have no pictures because I'm always too focused on drinking them) Service can be a bit slow for dinner on a weekend, but during the week when it's less busy it's always been quick! The ambiance is nice, basic with art for sale on the walls from local (student) artists which is a nice touch!

The restaurant wasn't busy when we got there around 4:30, but steadily got busier. The service of…read morethe waitresses was outstanding. The street tacos I got were delicious and not overfilling to where you feel miserable from eating too much. The spicy margarita with guava was very good as well. Try the guacamole dip while you are there. The ambiance of the restaurant is very causal and welcoming. I'll definitely be back!

Love this restaurant! The fajita trio is amazing! Always good service. Great iced tearead more

First let me say that the options in Ridgecrest are limited. You aren't going to find the best…read moreMexican food in the world here, but the Mexican restaurants are a better bet on average. But you don't want Mexican food, so what to do? Well, the ambiance and service here are fine. The food is fine. You aren't going to leave here feeling like it was a terrible experience, but you aren't going to leave trying to plan your next trip back either. My burger was slightly overcooked and slightly under seasoned. The fries were fine. The toppings were fresh. My wife's salad was mostly iceberg lettuce and a reasonable amount of over cooked chicken. Our server was fine if a little inattentive. The decor is fine. You know you're in a steakhouse-esque establishment that isn't in its hey day. But things are clean enough. I'm sure I'll be back the next time I come to Ridgecrest. Mostly because a restaurant that is 'fine' is about as good as I've found here.

Delicious food. Staff was amazing!!! There was a mixup(my fault) but it was handled in such a…read moreprofessional manner, I was amazed.

Local resident, but first time here. Your 1 star comes from the Biscuits & Gravy that were actually…read morepretty tasty. Everything else docked your points! The customer service was ridiculous - Employees speaking super loudly to other employees & not helping the customers in need. My drink cup looked like a million people drank from it the same day I did. It should atleast looked washed, but it didn't, at all. The Coca-Cola was flat as all heck, I couldn't get the lady's attention long enough to tell her. The chicken fried steak was disgusting, and it had a very bad smell. Again, The biscuits & gravy were the only good part of it!!!

Excellent burritos!! Especially the shrimp and adobada. The folks that work there are happy to…read moreprepare your food.

Favorite mexican spot with a drive thru!…read more Albertacos is one of my must-visit places every time I am in Ridgecrest. A perfect mix of authentic Mexican and fast food that I haven't been able to find anywhere else! The service is quick whether you do drive thru or dine-in. This visit I got the carne asada taco plate - not my favorite item on the menu. The beans were pretty bland, next time I will just get the tacos by themselves. My favorites on the menu are the breakfast burrito and carne asada fries. They are both HUGE and a great value! The interior of the restaurant is pretty bare-bones but kept clean, which IMO is all you can want for a cheap, delicious meal!

Stopped by the truck on a whim since it was parked near our errands and was glad we did!…read more The tortillas are freshly made to order and the pastor was flavorful too. The different hot sauces were good, and they also provide onion and cilantro, lemons, and radish on the side. The service was quick and food was good, so I'd definitely stop by again!

My family and I have eaten at this food truck a few times now and the food is great. We travel and…read moreeat out of town a lot and I have to say this food truck is one of our favorites so we are glad it is here in Ridgecrest! They are very clear that their green sauce is not spicy but the red sauce is and allow customers to try both. They provide lemons, radishes, onions and cilantro all on the side so you can add them as you prefer. Awesome! Molina's is a hidden gem! If you haven't stopped by the truck- you are missing out!

This is probably as old school of a diner as you would get. The country scramble is two scrambled…read moreeggs on two halves of a biscuit and smothered with gravy. This is very good. BUT, you have to go early because they always run out of biscuits. Or, call beforehand. Also, refillable coffee. Had a couple of other things there too, but the country scramble is the best. Cash only. Parking is easy in the lot. Bathroom is a tiny room in the back, single stall, clean. Although, beware of the swinging door going in and out -- I think I almost gave Cora a heart attack once when I was swung the door open and nearly hit her. Cora has since retired, well-deservedly.

Take a trip back to 1978 at this cute little cafe. The red vinyl booths, ceiling painted from the…read moredays when this little establishment had ashtrays at all of the tables. It appeared to be ran by two people, one in the front and one in the back so service wasn't super quick, but the prices were cheap and the food is what you would expect. Biscuits and gravy were good. It is CASH ONLY (again... welcome to 1978) and I don't think there is an ATM nearby. We were in the area staying at a hotel and there weren't a lot of options.

My husband and I attended a private Valentine's 5-course chili and chocolate infused dinner at Ven…read moreCommunal, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Each course was beautifully presented and thoughtfully curated. The way chili and chocolate were infused throughout the menu was creative, balanced, and surprisingly sophisticated. Every dish felt intentional bold flavors layered perfectly without overpowering one another. The service was just as impressive. Melissa was warm, attentive, and knowledgeable about each course, which elevated the entire evening. You could feel the care and coordination from the whole team. Major compliments to Chef Reese and the entire staff for creating such a unique and memorable Valentine's experience. It wasn't just dinner it was an event. We'll absolutely be back, and I highly recommend experiencing one of their special dinners if you get the chance. Johnny and Marina

Back from Los Angeles and back at VEN. You know a restaurant is good when :…read more - You have a crazing for their dishes - your friend who refuses -- consistently -- to even try a salad dives into the crispy chicken - a person next to you on the communal table takes a bite of a single French fry and then pushes the bowl to his 6 friends and says "these fries are really good, you need to try them " Bon appetite !