We always look forward to stopping at Outpost Café on our way home from Vegas! Walking into the restaurant gives you a sense of nostalgia for times when you knew the people in your community and life was less complicated. The interior has a true, old school, country diner vibe that instantly is relaxing and welcoming. A little dim, alotta wood, a long counter, lots of comfortable booths, and a decent sized patio for folks to go have their smokes. The waitresses are easy going, friendly, and very on top of checking on diners & keeping our drinks full. On our very first visit, our waitress recommended the freshly made potato chips that come with house made bleu cheese and/or ranch and they are AMAZING!! It's the first thing we order and it's something we crave. Breakfast is served all day. At our latest visit, we had a feast. We started with the chips we'd been craving, had the Grilled BLT burger, Classic Eggs Benedict, and finished it all with coconut cream pie and apple pie à la mode. SO GOOD!! Considering the generous entree portions AND our scrumptious desserts, we took half of the chips and dressing home. (And they reheated beautifully in the air fryer!) And now I'm craving those chips and bleu cheese dressing :/ But seriously though, if I lived in the neighborhood, I'd get those chips at least once a week! read more

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Yum!!! You really can't beat the authentic, fresh cooked, diner vibe. The food was good, I'd recommend going for breakfast for the orange juice alone! Fresh squeezed orange juice isn't as common as it should be, but it's worth the charge for each glass! I am fairly certain I had at least 3. My oldest daughter has a hard time ordering and got flustered when it was her turn. The waitress was so polite and patient, she gave us extra time and came back later to add my daughter's choice before sending our ticket to the kitchen. The waitress made sure that we knew there was no pressure and to let her take her time. Being a truck driver for 15+ years means that my husband is not a fan of truck stop restaurants, but after breakfast he said he wouldn't mind coming back again in the near future. That's quite the compliment. read more

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Stopped on this place coming back from Laughlin. And it definitely is a must. Doesn't look like much from the outside, which you'd expect from a hole in the wall trailer stop, but if you stop there, you would be missing out This place has amazing food, cozy environment, and the workers are super hospitable. If that isn't enough to convince you, but you just have to try their food. The fried yard bird a must. I devoured the whole entire plate. It is amazing. Next time I find myself going to Vegas or Laughlin, this is a must stop. I will be back again. read more

Outpost Cafe - Fried Yard Bird - American Near Me - Oak Hills, California

This place is GREAT! Super cute building, very sweet customer service and the whole environment is very comfortable. We waited not even 5 mins to be seated and had a great waitress sherry. One of the best burgers I've had.. they toast the buns so they don't get all soggy half way through! We will definitely be back here read more

This place is great! I'd give it more stars if I could. We came for lunch on a Wednesday. It wasn't crowded and we were able to seat ourselves. I had the Steak and Blue Cheese Salad. It was huge. It looked so good I tore right into it and kicked myself for not taking a picture. The Blue Cheese dressing is homemade and sooooo light and creamy with big chunks of cheese. Of course I had to buy some to take home. The rest of the family had burgers. Our table was so quiet because everyone was enjoying their food so much, no one was talking. Our server Sherrie was on top of everything and very attentive. It was a great experience. Yup, this is our new favorite diner. read more

This is one of the best restaurants I've ever been to!! We decided to head to Big Bear for the weekend and got super excited to know we get to eat at the Outpost on the way (when you take the back entrance into Big Bear - which is way less treacherous from the high desert side that the front mountain climb side BTW) Anyhoo...we got here early around 9:30 am and we've never had breakfast here - and it was freaking amazing! We know their burgers are among the best in the country and our waitress, a long-time employee said it is because he buys high-quality meat. I agree and put an exclamation point on that! Based on that statement, girlfriend got the Ground Sirloin & 2 Eggs ($17.99) anc d cones with 2 sides so she got the biscuits & gravy (because when biscuits & gravy are homemade you gotta get them!) our waitress warned us that the cream gravy is pretty "peppery" but we love pepper in our cream gravy - and it was wonderful. Reminded me of the biscuits & gravy that my grandma would make when I was a kid & we would go up to the mountains. Her second side was the flapjack which was everything a flapjack should be. I had never had the chicken fried steak here so I decided to get the Chicken Fried Steak & 2 eggs ($17.99) - and being a self-proclaimed chicken fried steak connoiseur, I give it 2 thumbs way up! My 2 sides were buiscuits & gravy (of course) and hash browns which were perfectly seasoned & cooked 2 a golden brown...and perfectly delicious! I also got my eggs over easy and these were quite possibly the best over easy eggs I've ever had! The Outpost is still one of the best truck stop diners...EVER!! read more

Outpost Cafe - Chicken Fried Steak & 2 Eggs - American Near Me - Oak Hills, California

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First time trying Outpost Cafe, dude..... ordered the chicken fried steak and eggs, it was sooo delicious thank you to the great staff and the cooks cause the service was awesome! You can't find a better spot right off the freeway, I will come back again that's for sure read more

We had out of town guests for breakfast. I decided on the Outpost because it was easy for our guests right off the 15. I'd been in several yrs ago. Food and service was great for 7 people. Everyone was satisfied and guests appreciated easy access. Thanks Outpost for memorable visit. read more

DO NOT GO TO THIS PLACE! Especially if your non white. Waitresses are so rude and obvious they felt a certain distaste at my having audacity to enter. I sincerely hope management or owner reaches out to to ask what what my experience was. I certainly have no problem disclosing in detail. You have the nerve to be located next to pilot in Hesperia on 395 . I'm an otr driver and deserve to be fairly treated especially while patronizing business intended to serve those of us that power this country. 05/22/2026 820pm she should be terminated! read more

In the high dessert off the 15 fwy / Pilot travel center Truck stop Outpost cafe established in 1961 in the City of Oak Hills Ca. Area of High Desert / Hesperia Ca . Happy Hour Monday-Thursday 3pm -5pm All burgers $2 off All pie $1 off All liquor $2 off All beer & wine $1 off Breakfast all day (except for waffles) Lana our server was spectacular!!! Her beautiful friendly smiles were warmly received by everyone. Her attentiveness with refills and checking in on us was awesome. The reason why I stopped here on our way to Las Vegas was for their mushroom burger, generous amount of mushrooms and with each bite the charred grilled smoke aroma of the meat. The meat it self needed salt , actually I prefer sprinkling my own salt anyway . Glad she recommended their fried pickles, Fried pickles in spears shape was an excellent choice, the shape maintains it's crunch when fried, the batter / bread crumbs seasoning offers crispy texture . I would change the zucchini to the same spears shape as the pickles. When fried the zucchini was too soft / mushy and did not hold its texture well. Or maybe slice it just a tad thicker IMO Definitely order: fried pickles , sweet potato fries , BBQ chicken sandwich and mushroom burger.. oh don't forget their pies!!! read more

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I have passed by the area a few times and never noticed this cafe before. I checked it out on Yelp and decided to try it out myself. Walked in and was able to seat myself. The girl that took my order was nice and friendly. Inside was a very diner vibe loved the old school feel to it. They also serve beer lol I ordered the Hangman Burger with sweet potato fries and a side of ranch. Let me just say that the burger was so delicious and full of flavor I was very satisfied and impressed with it. The sweet potato fries were so fire and the ranch was insanely good!! I would drive here just to get a bucket of that ranch haha. Overall the meal was amazing and very filling! I will definitely be back to try more items and bring the family! read more

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Showed up here one late Sunday evening, with only 30 mins to close. The place was a typical truck stop diner with no frills, the food was average, but the friendliness and welcoming spirit from the servers to the cook was incredible. No one made us feel rushed, quite the opposite, we were told to take our time and not worry because they had some closing time tasks to complete anyway. That went a long way and really made the dining experience feel like a good pick. read more

The food we ordered was the prime rib, breakfast and the breakfast three meat scrambler. The food was good. It was a good type of breakfast café spot. The only thing I will say is the wait time is crazy meaning not to have a seat cause you can just sit yourself but being attended to there's only two waitresses and it's a full house there. I feel like knowing they're right off of the main highway close to the freeway. They need to hire more waitresses besides that it's a cute little cozy place but like I say you try and decide. read more

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With all the traffic among the multiple gas stations here, you would probably miss this unassuming structure, which looks more like an old home from a bygone era. Lucky for me, my curiosity got the best of me. When I went inside, it's like an undiscovered diner where locals seem to hang out. I sat at the counter to review the menu. I saw they have biscuits and gravy and asked if they still serve breakfast during lunch time. The elder server said yes. So I ordered it with one egg sunny side up. While waiting, I noticed the signs posted around the walls, the t-shirt servers were wearing, the portrait of the most interesting man above the fireplace...they have a fun sense of humor. My order came, I ate it all up...which means it's really good. I paid the server and gave her a tip. I'd come here again even if I have a full tank of gas. read more

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Outpost Cafe is a classic comfortable diner with all you would expect: friendly service (from our server Lana), large delicious portions of all American foods, handicap accessible. We loved it! It was a bit out of our way but worth every mile! read more

The menu is up another $1 from 3 months ago. My entree came with frozen soggy vegetables for $17.99..How disgusting and cheap. I can get those at a grocery store for $3... How hard could it be to steam some fresh veggies? Service was good but the server didn't give me happy hour prices and charged me for a double drink when not ordered. I think that I'll stick to coming here for breakfast.. dinners, not so good ... read more

This cafe is located off of 395. It's a wrap around restaurant and you can seat yourself. The service was great, the food was really good. Must try the house made chips! I can't find a negative thing to say about this place. It's a new favorite even if it's out of the way. read more

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So a girl that I was seeing, we decided not to do the traditional family gathering this year. We decided to take a drive up to Outpost Cafe in Oak Hills. A cafe located off the 395 & next to Pilot gas station. I ordered the Turkey dinner & a coffee. Not only the plate is was big enough for two, they plate was flavorful & tasty. The waitress are friendly , courteous & very attentive. I can't wait to go back to try other things on the menu. read more

Outpost Cafe - Turkey dinner - American Near Me - Oak Hills, California

4.3 stars?? Not even close! Food tastes like plastic. You either get burnt bacon or not cooked bacon. You get burnt on one side and not cooked on the other side for fake scrambled eggs. They don't use butter or what would be considered an oil substance, whatever it is it tastes like plastic. We give this place a chance time after time after time. Not sure how they get a 4.3 stars, more like 1.6. These prices do not match the food nor the cook. read more

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Service is decent, food has always been good. Unfortunately this place has a bug problem and always has. They've had to close multiple times due to cockroaches. This seems to be a problem that can't be contained. Wouldn't be surprised if they end up having to permanently close. read more

Love the food and the staff. The prices are worth it for the food. We go there often. read more

The food is fast to order. The service is great. The ambiance is casual. The sarcasm in their work attire is real! read more

Outpost Cafe - Entrance - American Near Me - Oak Hills, California

Good was great and so was the service! It's also has a western feel that makes the food taste extra hearty when you're there! read more

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Highly recommend this place. The food was amazing and the freshly squeezed orange juice is fantastic. Friendly staff and our waitress was amazing. We will definitely make this our go to. read more

Food is delicious. Was able to purchase one of their homemade dressings to take home. Reasonably priced. Friendly employees. Can't wait to go back. read more

Wonderful place, environment is such a vibe, have funny post everywhere and plays good music. Staff are respectful, sweet and I'm not sure how they split their tables or how they run it but they're definitely on top of it! Food was delicious also, didn't have to wait long for anything we ordered. read more

Wow--what an incredible find! I wish I had discovered this place sooner. The pancakes are absolutely phenomenal: perfectly crisp on the bottom with a light, fluffy center that melts in your mouth. The fries? Fresh, golden, and irresistibly crispy. The country fried chicken steak is a standout--tender, flavorful, and paired with a rich, savory gravy that's hands-down the best I've ever had. Even the burgers are top-notch, packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. Every dish I tried exceeded expectations. This spot is a true gem, and I'll definitely be coming back every chance I get! Definitely will try more things on the menu + pancakes! read more

This is my go to place when I drive to Vegas. I usually order chicken fried steak and scrambled egg whites with hot cakes. On my last visit I had chili omelette and that was excellent also. Service is very good and ambiance is nice too. Easy and plentiful parking and good prices. Highly recommend! read more

I was told, when we arrived at 8.30 that it was too late to order any food. This has never happened there before. Very disappointing. read more

You know those places that feel like stepping into a time capsule, where the food is hearty, the vibe is warm, and the portions could feed a small army? That's Outpost Cafe. Originally a gas station diner from 1929, this mom-and-pop spot has been serving up home-cooked meals long before road trips were even a thing. Breakfast, lunch, dinner--they do it all. And if you're a breakfast-all-day kind of person (like me), you'll be happy to know that pancakes at 6 PM are absolutely on the table. The menu? Huge. The kind where you spend 10 minutes debating between the omelets, burgers, country-fried steak, or something smothered in gravy. And the portions? Even bigger. Seriously, come hungry or be prepared to waddle out. The vibe is rustic, old-school, and exactly what you want from a classic roadside diner. It's the kind of place where you half-expect to see truckers swapping stories at the counter while regulars sip their coffee like it's a morning ritual. If you're driving from LA to Vegas (or crawling back home after a weekend in Sin City), Outpost Cafe is a must-stop. Fuel up with a solid meal before the long stretch of highway or grab one last taste of classic diner comfort before heading back to reality. Either way, you won't regret it. read more

Outpost Cafe - Franks Gunslinger Hash with a side of fruit - American Near Me - Oak Hills, California

Great food friendly stuff good portions good price will be back. Highly recommend. Will be back.

Another excellent meal! This time was breakfast. I wanted a burger but since it was early was not in the mood so I got the sirloin steak with eggs ($17.99) and sides of biscuit and gravy and a pancake. Everything was delicious but the standout was that sirloin steak!!! Whoa. They cook steaks over a fire here and you can taste it. Plus the meat is such good quality. Dang!!! My BF got chicken fried steak with eggs, and two sides got a biscuit and gravy and hasbrowns. The chicken fry was off the hook and so was those hash browns. I also love how peppery the gravy is. We left so full and happy. Nap time! read more

We stopped here on our way to Vegas because we wanted an all day breakfast. The service was great. It feels very rustic andhomey inside. We ordered the chili cheese fries. I think those were just OK but a good appetizer. I ordered the pastrami sandwich upon the waitress recommendation and it was very good. I got a side salad and tried both their homemade ranch and homemade blue cheese. Our table also ordered the veggie omelette with a side of hash, brown and flapjack. Those flapjacks were the best pancakes! The portions are huge so we had leftovers to take with us. The price was really good for the portions. This is probably our new regular stop on the way to Vegas! read more

Great as usual. Service is top notch, fast and friendly. The decor is pretty cool, has some history from the area. The food never disappoints. Portion sizes and prices are good. Give them a try! read more

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Food is fresh and good. Waitresses are friendly and chatty. I especially like the divorced eggs- one with red sauce, one with green sauce. The pies are locally made and are very good!! read more

I'm a regular at The Outpost . Waitresses are nice the food is good My one bad experience of going there for many many years Be careful where you park Freaking truck driver hit my Jeep of course he took off I noticed it when I got done eating and went to my Jeep very pissed off! Just be careful where you park! ! My my neighbor ate there too same thing happened to him but he caught the truck driver as he was pulling away chased him down. Don't park in those two little spots on the side by the front door where the biker parking is do not park there either the 18 wheelers are doing u-turns right there ! Well that was an expensive lunch now I got to get that fixed read more

Outpost Cafe - Be careful where you park at The Outpost those 18 wheelers don't care about your car hit and run on me - American Near Me - Oak Hills, California

I ordered a breakfast sandwich with bacon and a side of hashbrowns . I sent back right away because bacon was burned. I saw that one side of my eggs were burned when my sandwich came back. My bacon came back par cooked. I did not eat it. I turned my breakfast sandwich into a grilled cheese. The hasbrowns tasted old, and rubbery read more

Outpost Cafe - American Near Me - Oak Hills, California

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Enjoyed the 1/2 lb cowboy bacon burger with onion rings while my friend finished off the 1 lb wide load burger with rings. This place is legend. Chocolate shake for the road. read more

Conveniently located off the 15 & 395, this is a great place for a delicious home cooked meal - breakfast, lunch or dinner. Homey atmosphere, friendly staff, and large portions make this a great find for those making their way across the Southern Californian desert or making your way on Route 66. #sturdygirlstyle @sturdygirlstyle read more

Outpost Cafe - Traveler 's Special - American Near Me - Oak Hills, California

Oh my goodness. Thank you for awesome food and service. There was 13 of us at 8 pm. I liked my California chicken sandwich. Our group had ribs, fried zucchini, soup, Florentine omelette. Our server was so attentive. Thank you for everything. read more