Jolly Cone has a jolly charm to it and it has everything you can possibly need and more from a road trip stop. It's nestled in a breathtaking location alongside the road with walk up windows so you can order easily without having to enter a building (so important for moms who have sleeping children in the car or pets that need open windows). I saw the sign and although it's a bit vintage and worn down, it was inviting and I could see a crowd lined up, which is a good sign. I ordered a baby cheeseburger(comes with delicious skinny, crispy, perfectly salted fries) and a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. The burger was so juicy and fresh. It was suppose to be for my little girl, but I ended up ordering another for myself. I was so impressed with the quality. The peanut butter and jelly was loaded with peanut butter and jelly and most importantly they use soft white bread. I know it's so simple, but not all peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are made equal! There's plenty of seating and shade in front and they even have mini cute baby bench which my daughter loved sitting on. Their menu not only has the usual burgers and fries. They also have breakfast items, hot dogs, burritos, ice cream and more!! They closed out of nowhere (pretty early) while eating our food so we didn't get a chance to taste their ice cream. Watch out for their hours if you're planning on ordering dessert after your meal. Service is fast and friendly. Clean restrooms available. I just can't wait to stop by again. read more

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What a great little discovery! The staff is super friendly, and the food is excellent. Even though they were really busy, it wasn't a long wait. Liked everythihng about it. read more

Great place to stop on the 395 for a refreshment! Ice creams and shakes were great. Thanks!

Obviously a popular spot. And they have an efficient ordering and pick-up system figured out. No problem with that. But the menu has very little (almost nothing) vegetarian on offer. So I got what I could, a bean and cheese burrito. It was filling but uninteresting. The addition of some vegetables seems so possible. I also had a coffee shake which was pretty good but needed more coffee flavor. read more

The absolute BEST burger I've had in decades, and I seek out a great burger... A must.

We LOVE Jolly Kone. I need to plan more trips in the Eastern Sierras so I have an excuse to go there. The soft-serve is epic. My kids and I both think it's the best we've found. Their fries and burgers are also great. Quit reading this and go there already!! read more

For a first meal after a week of back country hiking and exploration, it was extremely welcome to enjoy a very delicious Ortega pepper and Mushroom burger that was prepared in good time. The service at the window was courteous and efficient. They seemed organized and clean. (I was pleased to discover that they offered free WiFi, too!) I may have been biased, but that burger seemed exceptionally tasty, eliciting many yummy noises during the eating of it. Recommended. read more

Good stuff! Stopped at this small town in Bridgeport to get a quick bite before we headed out to Bodie Historical State Park for a rare one of three night tours. Tried this small burger joint that sold a mix bag from snow cones to burritos to bacon cheeseburgers to ice cream to massage?! Anyway, the food prices were not too bad at all. We had their beef burrito and cheeseburger with fries. The burritos were a foot long and the cheeseburger was a nice size that filled me up. Loved the fries too! They were surprisingly tasty and delicious! Everything was made fresh to order. There are enough outdoor patio seating in front and side of this establishment and most are under a huge umbrella to keep you shaded and away from the sun. This 'fast food' stand looks simple from the outside but their food is nothing but. Young and friendly folks running the counter taking your order. Has its own private parking lot but seems to be popular that it can get full quick so you might have to park on the street. We were able to get a parking spot right in front where you place your order in small windows. Yup! We got out of our car, took five steps and we were placing our orders! Two window counters to place orders and one window for pick-up. There's something for everyone (even vegetarians)! They do accept credit cards and I think they also have free wi-fi too! This Jolly Kone is 180 miles away from where I live but we would definitely come back here to eat when we're in the area again. Review #0220 read more

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Been here twice while passing by the town. Each time order milkshakes and they were "Great", just lacking a wider straw. Second time, we order delicious tasting cheese burgers and fries. This is a definite stop when in bridgeport. read more

When you stop at a place just off the highway that is called Jolly Kone what would you expect? If you expect good roadside fast food, outdoor (only) seating, friendly staff, clean bathrooms and seating area and very friendly staff? Dog friendly too? Then you'll like this place and be glad you stopped. I had a very good chicken wrap and my wife had an excellent grilled cheese. We both had their Jolly Kones, mine was dipped because that's how I roll. read more

Jolly Kone - American Near Me - Bridgeport, California

If you're traveling through Bridgeport and are looking for a quick bite to eat for sure stop here! This place was so good. It's obviously a hit, when we walked up there was a line ordering and at the pick up window. The hot dogs were great and the chili cheese dogs were so good too. We also ordered the calamari fries and those were tasty too. Definitely recommend The shakes were smooth but thick, the perfect consistency. The "baby cone" is a perfect size. We will definitely be returning if we're ever in the area again ! read more

After a long hot day scouting out potential primitive camping sites around Mono Lake, it was great to pull in here for that all-American road trip must - burger and fries and a chocolate shake. Everything is made order, so be patient. I ordered a mushroom cheeseburger. When our number was called, I sat down in anticipation. Oh. How disappointing. The fries were thin and crispy. The shake was small but delicious. The burger, I'm sad to report, was bland. Worst, the mushrooms weren't fresh, but straight out of a can. They had that gray, processed look of sadness. GAHHHHHHH. read more

Jolly Kone - The mushrooms from a can brought down the rating on the burger. So sad. - American Near Me - Bridgeport, California

Reminds me of a place you'd find in a small town on the beach. But it's a small town near the mountains. They have all the classic burger/malt/soda-jerk fare, and they do it well. You order from a window. Make sure you know what you want first! read more

What you expect typical soft serve, great generous portion sizes and fast service. Not icy. Milkshake was good. read more

Jolly Kone - American Near Me - Bridgeport, California

Pleasantly surprised at all the vegan options at this throwback food stand in a small town on the way from Tahoe to Mammoth. The folks working there were friendly. Chicken veggie Pattie and fries were hit and good. Best fries I have had in a while. read more

This place is amazing. They're tiny so You might have to wait a quick minute so shut up because this food is amazing. Nicest people ever for sure. We got a burger and a chicken sandwich and they were both so good. Don't pass this place by. It's beyond delicious! read more

This place is magnificent- not only is it a real make -to -order burger place but they offer rich, delicious burgers, some of the best french fries I ever had (crunchy on the outside creamy on the inside). They also have the most lovely ladies working there who make the experience absolutely positive. Two thumbs up! They even have a heart for animals. A big sign, alerts pet owners to watch out for their animals because the pavement gets very hot in the summertime and might hurt them. I love your place and your burgers, and so does my teenage grandson. The woman who took our orders, went out of her way to come to our table to tell my teenage grandson how much she appreciated meeting such a friendly, well mannered, young man. read more

Ten onion rings, two not ¼ Lb burgers, some chopped lettuce and a tomato slice and sauce. $23.00

We had some amazing burgers here! Bacon Cheeseburger + Mushroom Cheeseburger + 2 regular cheeseburgers and fries which were excellent, to wash it all down - 2 RC Colas and 2 Cherry Snocones! read more

So yummy!! best soft serve in the sierras. Staff was so nice and the restrooms were super clean.

Driving long distances makes me feel like a marathon runner. You laugh, but it takes a lot of energy to focus on the road for such a long time! Look at truck drivers for example. How do they eat such large and hearty meals and down Super Duper Giganto Gulps while commuting cross country, and maintain such amazingly rubenesque physiques? Obviously it's a combination of the air shocks in their seats that make them feel weightless and the large number of calories they burn sitting in them concentrating for hours on end until they reach their final destination. I use this rationale when I decide to stop at places like Jolly Kone for snacks I'd otherwise deem irrational in my everyday life. We were coming through Bridgeport on our way back from Mammoth and I was feeling famished from 100ish miles we'd just completed, and decided we needed to stop for a snack in order to make it back to Reno safely. We settled on a large malted mocha shake and a large fry. I went large because we were sharing it, and by sharing it I mean I'd be consuming 3/4 of everything ordered. Since there were two of us, I'd only be consuming 1/2 the calories though. Check my math. I think that adds up. Right? The shake was great. Rich, malty, and with a nice coffee hit! PRO TIP: Caffeine burns extra calories and keeps you awake and alert, so always go for the option with coffee if you can. The fries were great too! Crispy, salty, and perfect for enjoying alongside a chocolatey shake. All in all, in the 3 hour road trip I was sure I'd burn at least 3,000 calories, including the boost you get from the caffeine. So consuming 1,500 during a single stop seemed completely reasonable! I mean, I had to make sure I wasn't going to fall asleep or pass out from low blood sugar. Needless to say we made it back safe and sound, and with time to spare! I attribute all of it to maintaining a proper diet on the road, and owe all of this to the truck drivers of America who have shared this invaluable knowledge with all of us. read more

Jolly Kone is a great little stop in Bridgeport for an old fashioned soft serve cone. It's pretty popular and quite busy with lines that end way past the parking lot. The service is quick though, and the people that work there are friendly and efficient. I was really debating on whether I should order a Marshmallow shake, which sounded pretty dang good, or to get the soft serve cone. I went with the cone, but look forward to my next visit so I can try out that marshmallow goodness. Let me also mention that I saw a man walk past me with a banana split and that thing was loaded! I guess it will be at least two more trips back so I can fit that one in too! For $2.45, you get yourself a pretty big ice cream cone. The soft serve is creamy, not icey, which tells me they use a rich milkfat in their machines. Mmmmm Thank you for a cold, tasty ice cream cone on a hot summer day! read more

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A great place to stop for some good eats if you're driving through Bridgeport. The main thing that attracted me to this place while driving through on a Saturday was the large crowd of people waiting in front. The crowd did not disappoint as the food was solid and a great price. It's your standard burger shack with a soft serve type ice cream. They do other foods like chicken nuggets, chicken sandwiches, etc your typical type of food for a small fast food shack. The burger was real good and for only like $6 was big and tasty. Also got fries and a drink which were pretty standard. What I really enjoyed was their cone, it's like a soft serve/Dairy Queen type cone. I got the twist of vanilla and chocolate and it was the perfect way to end my meal. Next time I'm in the area I would definitely stop by read more

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Delicious food all around and friendly service. Came here on our way to Mono Lake, and it was so good we went back on our way home. The burgers are good, and the veggie burger in particular was awesome. Their buns are super soft and fresh. Don't forget to try their soft serve, it definitely hits the spot. There are a few kids behind the counter taking orders, but they're very professional and fast. There's plenty of outdoor bench seating with umbrellas, and it's dog friendly too. There are few places to eat in the area, so this is a great stop. read more

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Friendly service and very tasty food. Exactly what I was looking for in a quick lunch stop.

Great little find on the road between Southern California and Lake Tahoe. Nothing fancy, but wow are the burgers and onion rings good! Seriously, some of the best onion rings I've ever had. Window service with picnic tables to eat, this is not fine dining, but it is good!!! read more

This place was amazing. Milkshakes were thick and flavorful. My burger was one of the best I have eaten in a long time. We will make sure to return. The whole town of Bridgeport was an amazing place to visit. If you go make sure to eat at the Jolly Kone read more

Jolly Kone - Business - American Near Me - Bridgeport, California

Doesn't look like much when you drive past it, but I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Me and my husband were on our way to Lake Tahoe and we decided to stop by. We loved it so much we stoped by again on our way home. Both times we got their soft sever , which was so tasty. The first time we got the bbq burger and it was to die for, served with plenty of fries as well. On the way back we got one corn dog to share (neither of us were to hungry at the time but we really wanted to stop) , but quickly devoured that and had to get a second. The corn dog reminded me of a smaller version of Disneyland corndog The staff is super nice and very helpful. Over all we loved it ! We definitely plan to stop there again next Tahoe trip. *Side note * we didn't get a chance to take great pictures but I promise the food was great . read more

Jolly Kone - American Near Me - Bridgeport, California

Passing through ordered a breakfast burrito, cashier said there not serving breakfast anymore so I ordered the fish plate (kinda boring) Guy behind me orders a burrito with potatoes eggs cheese n meat ,cashier says ok?????? Guessing he was a local read more

Perfect in its simplicity. Cheap, fast, friendly. My partner and I got 2 burger,2 fries, 2 drinks and 2 dipped cones for $23. They were all exactly what they should be read more

I have known of and eaten at the Jolly Kone since 1980. My recent visit yesterday, was the first time I'd been here in probably 20 years. My friend and I ordered bacon cheeseburgers and fries. The prices were great, quite reasonable and the prep time was excellent. The burger was as good as I'd hoped and imagined: fresh, flavorful, tasty, filling and tasted like a home grilled burger. The fries reminded me of shoe string fries, very fresh unlock fast food joints. The counter staff provided great customer service: courteous, helpful and gracious, thanking me for coming to their establishment. There are many picnic tables with umbrellas out side for seating; the tables were clean and freshly washed, unlike some place where there is similar outdoor seating. This gem is a must stop to eat place if you're going through Bridgeport. Thanks Lynda! read more

Soft serve ice cream cone as giant and oh sooo good

Love this place in Bridgeport, Ca. Even though it is like the only hamburger stand place, they serve quality yummy food. Don't forget to get ice cream afterwards. Wish they had coca cola instead of rc soda. But regardless, a must stop place for lunch. Thank you. read more

Stopped for a quick bite before heading back over the mountains. They have a nice menu selection, burgers, chicken sandwiches & wraps, gyros, a few Mexican selections). My burger was ok. The bottom bun was stale and hard. How they could not have noticed that when assembling the burger escapes me. The girl inside was complaining about customers, in particular or just before me ("People today... I just CAN'T!). Overall not bad, just some quirks. read more

We took an ice cream pit stop on our way to Mammoth Lakes from Yosemite. Oh man their soft serve is so smooth and delicious! We got the sundae with Oreo & strawberries. The service was super quick and nice. Their bathroom was super clean and didn't smell at all. Soft toilet paper! Plenty of street parking; we parked across the street in front of the California highway patrol building. read more

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Always stop here when traveling up and down 395 through Bridgeport. The chocolate dipped cones are so delicious. The mozzarella sticks are great, and I think we have tried everything else over the years. Usually a long line. Be patient! Great reason to stop and chill for a minute. Definitely a 395 roadtrip tradition. Closed in winter months. read more

Loved this place as a child. Love this place as an adult. Best soft serve, ever.

So honestly we come here for the ice cream. They have a full menu for all 3 meals. Order at the win dow and eat it outside or take home only. The ice cream is soft serve. We always have it dipped in chocolate. The baby size is actually perfect. Enough of a dessert without over doing it. They close at 7 sometimes we don't make it in time for a cone. I wish they stayed open till 8 for dessert. read more

Great food and service. Cute little spot, sat outside to eat, had a BBQ burger, fries and a snow cone. All were very good. Would definitely come back! read more

Cheese fries, blah. Cold. Probably microwaved the fries with a piece of kraft singles cheese slice. The grilled cheese was nothing to brag about. Reminded me of something I could make at home. For $3.75 I would think the bread was thick and the cheese wasn't plastic. Curly fries we just OK- like ok meaning that this was your only option. My parter says her bacon cheeseburger was decent. read more