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

This store has almost everything you need while in Kernville. They also have a great meat selection…read moreto choose from alongside a sandwich menu that tastes great!

Bodfish!…read more Bodfish??? What the hell is a "Bodfish"? Well folks, turns out it's a "census-designated place" (not even a town, how about that!!) near Lake Isabella with a population of just 1956, as of the 2010 Census. If you're still lost, it's approximately 32 miles (That's ALL it was?) east-northeast of Bakersfield, up in the mountains. Now I'm sure you are asking "what were you doing there?" Yes I was wondering the same thing. LOL I went to look at (and buy) a vintage washing machine and this is where it was... out in the boonies! After I got it loaded and started heading back toward civilization, I see this little local market and decided to stop and grab some munchies for the 3.5 hour drive to San Luis Obisbo. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/country-korner-market-bodfish-2?userid=Jcbj338NjXtSiqvK3LYghQ#gM9a7g9RBgYClfXnUmMb_w I walk in and the guy behind the counter smiles and greets me. I look around and grab a Nemo's Banana cake (haven't had one in years, YUM), some peanut M&M's and a bag of Cheetos puffs. The guy rings me up, I pay and I'm on my way out the door. It's a cute little store and has what you'd expect from a korner market in a little, out of the way place like Bodfish..... snacks, nibbles, munchies, sodas, beer, wine and what-not. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/country-korner-market-bodfish-2?userid=Jcbj338NjXtSiqvK3LYghQ#MVQXY3c6rnp3g-29J_QEwQ It was a nice little store, I'm glad I stopped!

Great small market...seems to have everything. Canned items, delicious tortillas, dairy, drinks,…read moreetc. Things are also reasonably priced. Friendly workers

This store is really cool, they actually have a drive up window. And the drive up window has a…read morecanopy over it so if it is raining or sometimes snowing you will not be getting wet. This market has all kinds of items , besides having really cold beer and other beverages they also have items for your household and clothing too. I didn't use the drive through feat as I wanted to go inside and see what they have. I highly recommend coming here when you are up in Lake Isabella or even Mount Mesa.

Where the hell is Bodfish?…read more This slogan is plastered on shirts all over this store, and I loved it. It really speaks volumes about the place, because in actuality nobody really knows where Bodfish is, or has even heard of it. The store as a drive-thru (something I've never seen at a convenience store, but is kind of genius), and the two employees working there were super nice.

I am a new resident, trying to save money to fix a leaky faucet. (Plus I recently found out how…read moreslow yet pricey professional house calls are in the KRV.) So while i watched numerous YouTubes and got some condescending "help" from chain hardware employees in the area, my bathtub dribble grew into a stream. Not just wasteful but getting scary $$. I was desperate! So i tried Archie's to try to find the right kind of washer and tools. The guys on the floor sent me to Jill. She not only coached me and let me borrow tools, she CAME TO MY HOUSE and returned TWICE to swap out tools and the washers and fixed it herself. She knows her stuff and cheerfully gives it away! A 21st century miracle!!!! Please know that this is NOT a service you can demand at Archie's; Jill offers her skills at HER discretion - she told me that she likes to help out other women because she understands how tough it can be for gals in the DIY/home repair field. Nevertheless I am now on Team Jill and a loyal fan forever. And Archie's is pretty high on my list, too! Very community based, broad inventory and staffed at least one amazing woman who knows her stuff and is generous and compassionate to desperate dummies! Thank you!!

This place has just about everything and anything that you would need. Forgot to bring something…read moreand you hate yourself for forgetting? Chances are, this place has it. My husband and I were looking for some AstroTurf to lay out in front of our trailer. We found exactly what we wanted and for a pretty good price. A bonus, we saw Peter Stormare from the Prisonbreak series in there getting some keys made. Totally a random place to see him too. Will definitely come back here should we need to.

Great little store, Had everything we needed even an Onion. The puppies were cute too.read more

Great customer service, friendly, professional. Would recommend them to anybody. Wide variety of…read moreproducts.

Get the panini.Get the panini I ordered the turkey panini…read more It tasted awesome so good I ordered two more in addition. I was so full. The service was great it is a small mom and pop place. Unfortunately I ate all and forgot to take pics. Will update if we pass by again

Passed through because of camping in area. Vibes were off not sure because it was 30 mins before…read moreclose but we just came in for quick drinks and it wasn't busy at all. Unfortunately this was the only coffee shop around. Lattes were 0/5 literally don't know if it's their beans, not knowing how to dial in a shot, or their staffs skill or lack of. They get away with it in a small town I guess.Not spending my money here ever again. I'd prefer making instant coffee with river water at my campsite and it'll taste better-- without the dose of barista attitude from the older woman making drinks.

This store is crazy mix of vintage and antique finds, souvenir foods and candy and a delightful…read morebackyard with plants and a tiny "garage." I am a local who always find the authentic interesting and unusual here!

Stopped in while walking around town. Was happily surprised to find many great items! Everything…read morefrom music to stones to books, plants, food, old time candies and sodas (many flavors) gifts, artifacts, jerky, frog balls (pickled Brussels sprouts) local honey, baseball cards, Elvis cards too! You name it they got it! Picked out some delicious sodas to try, candies and taffy! So good!

Great food amazing service!! Michelle, our server, even though she's a broncos fan, was…read morefantastic,lol! Highly recommend this place! We had 2 of their offered breakfast specials the hobo stack and another scramble, topped with their DELICIOUS country gravy! Everything was phenomenal! We also enjoyed their mimosas and a pecan waffle! 10/10 would recommend! I

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.