Ray RIP! Thanks for the good time! We will miss you!…read moreEspecially your stories and play billiard..

I'm glad we went out of our way to stop in NATY'S PLACE. Monday was made better by Ray's passionate…read morediscourse and ice cold beer. Fellow patron and longtime friend of the bar, Wendy, was an excellent addition. You really can't feel this kind of welcome at any other bar. Beer comes in three choices, but the stories are a buffet of delight. Get there early, stay long, and tip generously. If this is a dive bar, then I'm glad we went swimming in the deep end. Bring gifts. Ray likes gifts. =s=

Trying to get my way to this wonderful place, reading stories of the gold diggers club.read more

This place is 'Da Bomb" !…read more Kinda disappointed to see this on Yelp, cuz it has long been a local's secret...but hey, its a great experience... Pros: the creator is known out here as "Radio Mike" cuz he is the Mix Master! He finds the most unusual and rocking music... and plays it using only Solar power charged batteries! Yes, Really! This is an Off the Grid Fri night Party happening! Local Musicians show up and take turns playing their music around a campfire...peeps hang out by the Tiki Bar with their own booze that they bring and share with friends...(BYOB) Head Hunter's Lounge is Friendly, Lively and Really Hip! Cons: If you set up camp right next to him and want peace and quiet on Fri nights to watch your satellite TV, it will be a little noisy...so plan on camping somewhere else if that is your thing...or plan on joining the party every Fri night! Here is a short article that tells you more about this cool cat: http://www.slab-city.com/slab_city_artist_mike/ PS...This happens from about end of Oct or early Nov to April/May depending on when he comes out here to set up camp. Closed during the Hot Summers, cuz, ya know, its the desert!

Oh, this is such a fun place. During our photo masterclass I took my participants here for lunch…read moreand dinner - every day. Great food, good service and a very unique, appealing ambiance. So why only four out of five stars then? It is mandatory in my rating scheme that I would be willing to do a 30+ min detour just to dine or drink here, and as much as I loved the place: that would be a tad too much to ask. So if in the area and have a craving for a great burger, fries and a beer: you will be very very happy here.

WOW! What an amazing place. I stopped by here for a quick drink before the sunset at Bombay beach…read more LOVED the concept, I had an amazing chat with the bartender and some of the locals. Although the kitchen closes at 7pm, they are open later and even have karaoke Friday nights which honestly sounded so fun. They do accept cards but I think they prefer cash!! Would definitely recommend stopping by for a meal or drink if you're around this area.

This review is for the gas station only! By far the most reasonable gas prices in the area. Also,…read morethe gas station has a fantastic little market with every thing a traveler could need. Friendly service. Thank goodness for gas stations that don't try to make incredible profits off the backs of consumers (unlike our current administration.)

Super clean restrooms, separate smoking area, huge selection of items in mini mart. Also a Mexican…read morefood place inside. Not sure how it is though. Lots of fuel pumps for cars and big trucks in the rear. Numerous areas to dump RV tanks as well. This place gets crazy busy during Thanksgiving and other winter holidays from Glamis people filling up on fuel, ice, beer, food and RV tanks. Very nice casino inside! Machines only. Overall a great place o stop.

This bar just opened today! Was exploring Slab City and Salvation Mountain and stumbled upon this…read moreplace. They were very welcoming and got a seat right away. I got an off the menu Vegan White Russian and it was delicious! Parking was pretty easy. Doesn't take card.

Adorably rustic! Hippest bar in the desert. And dog friendly!!! Minus one star because parking is…read morekind of a pain and they don't have happy hour yet.

This place was really great! There isn't a sign outside saying this place is called rancho 86. The…read moreonly sign outside just says "restaurant". Walking in and it is very outdated but it's really cool to see so much history that was this restaurant. Menu is great, they have a variety of choices from American food to mexican food, pizza and breakfast! Prices are very affordable as well. Food was really great, we were all very impressed with everything we ordered. The tacos were incredible, I really enjoyed the carne asada and the hard tacos as well. Guacamole is made fresh when you order it and it was really great! Overall everyone throughly enjoyed there food, service is friendly and prices are very affordable. The large variety of food will definitely allow everyone to find something they want to eat. Nice find.

Good food and freezing cold beer! Was an easy stop to get out of the hot car, have some real food,…read moreand get that frosty beverage that brought me back to life!

Working on a project for work in Calexico I was looking for local breweries. While not a brewery…read moreg-maps recommended Iron Door Bar. I decided to take the drive out there, after arriving too early on one attempt I came back to try again and they were open! I met Nate, tending the bar. Nate was awesome. We had a great conversation about all kinds of stuff like Michigan. I had to have him bake me one of their Red Baron pizzas. The place is decorated with all kinds of random quirky stuff, totally my kinda vibe. The pizza was good the beer better and the company the best! Definitely a spot worth making the trek out for! If youre in the desert stop in and support local!!

Just a great place for a cold beer and fun people watching. Shoot a game of pool and watch some…read moresports.

I love everything about this place! Perfect desert bar with cold AC and even colder beer. Also,…read morefood prices that can't be beat. Belly up to the bar and it feels like you've known the bartenders forever. All of this is even better after finishing our L'Ocotillo Baby Badwater race!

Great service for drinks and they make pizza there! We played pool and would have played music but…read moreit's about 50 cents a song or 12 for $5. I thought it was a bit pricey because we were going to stay longer than 12 songs so we opted out. They have plenty of parking in front and side of building. They also have great merch options, my favorite being the hoodies.

My husband and I discovered Jacumba Hot Springs Resort last year and the experience at both the…read moreresort and the restaurant blew us away, so we decided to head back that way again recently. * The hotel was also featuring a deal on gift cards, so we scooped some up to take advantage of the promotion so we can plan anoher trip back - It's all just that good! Jacumba Restaurant & Bar is the restaurant located on-site at the resort and when I tell you that it will beyond satisfy any foodie's taste buds - That is an understatement. While it is located on-site, it is also open to the public. This place is lively and creates such a wonderful atmosphere - And be sure to check the website / instagram for a schedule on the live music. We've seen quite a few amazing acts here and it makes the experience all the better. Huge shout out to Jacob and Sarah - They took care of us at the bar on this last visit {and Jacob on our prior visit} - What a stellar team! Beyond friendly, both create a welcoming and fun environment & our experiences here wouldn't be the same without them. You'll find several different menus - Breakfast, Brunch, Bar & Restaurant - These options can be enjoyed in the dining room, the beautiful patio, at the bar & some options can also be served poolside. Drinks vary from Fresh Juices, Teas, Coffee, Wine, Beer and Craft Cocktails - Something for everyone. I tend to stick to a great craft IPA {with the occasional Michelada}, while the Hubs discovered the Oaxaca Old Fashioned - This was so tasty that we had to recreate it at home and it takes us right back to Jacumba. Breakfast or Brunch always calls for the Breakfast Burrito - Eggs, Veggie & Potato Hash, Cheddar Cheese, Avocado, and of courde and extra side of Salsa. The Burrito is fairly large so the Hubs and I always share it and it's more than enough. Not feeling the Burrito thing - There are so many options to choose from: Corn Pancakes, Chilaquiles, Avocado or Fig Toasts, a Fritatta, French Toast.. and so much more! Typically still full from the Breakfast Burrito, so lunch is something small to share to tide us over until dinner: Guacamole {topped with Radishes, Cilantro, Red Onion and Pepitas}, served with Housemade Tortilla Chips & the Carnitas Tacos {3 Tacos served on Handmade Tortillas topped with Citrus Braised Pork, Onion, Cilantro, Guacamole & Lime, with a side of Black Beans and Jasmine Rice}. Other options include a Burger {we will get to that later}, Quesadilla, Za'atar Bowl, Chicken Sammie and an array of Soups and Salads. While the Breakfast Buritto is top notch.. the dinner bar menu is where it's at! The Hubs and I love to share things - Because, duh.. you get to try more stuff this way! On this last visit, we became so obsessed with the House Burger {a 1/2 pound Brandt Beef Patty with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Cheddar Cheese and Remoulade served with your choice of Fries or a side Salad - Extra Onions on th side for me}, and the Wedge Salad {Fresh Gem Lettuce, Tomato, Gorgonzola, Bacon, Cilantro Ranch and topped with Chives & Crispy Shallots} - We shared these 2 dishes each of the 3 nights we were there {that's how amazing it was]- And when I say that it hit the spot.. I'm ready to drive back down {It's only about an hour and a half outside of San Diego} to have this Burger / Salad combo atleast once a week. If you are local to Southern CA, I can not recommend Jacumba Hot Springs Resort & Jacumba Restaurant / Bar enough - It's fast become one of our favorite spots for a few days of rest, relaxation & amazing food.

This bar is absolutely charming--tucked between the Echo Room and the restaurant, with dim lighting…read moreand stylish, cozy décor. They offer weekday happy hour from 3-5 PM, with $5 off all food items plus drink specials. On Tuesdays, happy hour runs all day. I ordered the Fresca-Rita (you can choose tequila or mezcal), and it was refreshing and delicious. The staff were incredibly friendly, which made the experience even better. Definitely worth stopping by if you're there.

We stopped there on our way back from Baja, and we loved it!! The staff and owner are so friendly,…read morethe steaks were excellent and reasonably priced, and it was super fast. They also love dogs:) Highly recommend!

A delicious restaurant worth the drive. The owner showed us all the historical details. I had the…read moredelicious scallop dinner (highly recommend). It is a wonderful restaurant to celebrate the big events in your life without leaving the valley or crossing to Mex.