Hands down the best dogs and brats in the RUBA! Fast friendly service! When you work up a man…read moresized appetite killing the pathetic Donovians, nothing satisfies like a hot bratwurst combo meal! To the Limit!!!

Nothing sends a blast to the past like a brat or a dog from Gen. Sykes himself. Grill cooked salted…read moremeat leftovers preserved continually over the past century by the 5th Battalion, 20th Infantry and then served by aspiring new young Soldiers makes this one of the oldest newest wonders man has invented - a wiener in a bun, a perfect carrying tool for your only choice of sauce and flavor- Ketchup; served with a cold drink, and choice of chips. Press the attack are the words you mouth as you conduct the penetrating maneuver to satiate your hunger as you continuously and aggressively slide this 6-inch concoction of monumental taste into your personal sustain train. The only affection you show is delivering true ambrosia to your deprived tastebuds who have yearned to be treated right. No need for a compass or map - you'll be easily able to spot this one stop shop for all your hunger needs with an MRE cardboard for a sign. True ingenuity and disciplined initiative in their advertisement shows far deeper meaning than "just a cheap hot dog stand", demonstrating Syke's support for recycling and testament that one man's trash is another man's treasure. Consider your sustained - buy yourself a Syke's Brats & Dogs.

We were having quite the day prior to getting to La Copine. We had a 545 reservation but got a flat…read moredriving into town and spent hours at Walmart tire being told "30 more minutes" for an hour and a half. We missed our reservation time but decided to try a walk in because it was the whole reason we came into town in the first place. We were greeted by two really nice hosts who assured us there was room for us sooner than later and we were seated with our dog on the patio pretty quickly. They were so nice to us and doubly nice to our dog! We ordered fried eggplant, gazpacho, ceviche, a lamb burger, and got a lamb burger patty for the dog (we're not order food for the dog people but she was going through it too with the Walmart stuff so why not). We added a couple glasses of wine and their beer shandy and finished with a strawberry shortcake. Every bite was perfect but we rated them- Gazpacho, Lamb Burger, Eggplant, Ceviche. The gazpacho was a hit with the perfect amount of fresh/sweet cantaloupe and spicy-ness. This place was well worth the trip from Big Bear. My wife noted that everyone there that helped us legit looked happy to be there. There was also a medical emergency and the staff was so kind and helpful throughout and checked in on all the tables in the area afterwards. It kind of showed that they are invested in the people that visit.

What fun! This was a neat little place a bit of a ways from where we were staying in Joshua Tree…read more I've seen the name bounced around, and a couple friends had mentioned it. We got really lucky - reservations open a month in advance, and we were headed to Joshua Tree the next day. I thought for sure I wasn't going to get a reservation and needed to think of a Plan B for date night. But I texted anyway, with an apology for it being so last minute, and they responded the day of confirming me for the next day! Yay! When we arrived, we asked for a seat inside, since it was super windy that day, and they were able to seat us within a few minutes. We got the butter lettuce salad (delicious), the socarrat (lots of peas and pea sprouts - this was AMAZING, and great the next day cold!), their version of bruschetta on their crispy thin bread - the bread was absolutely amazing. And we also got the tomato...um, I can't remember what it's called, but it has a base of sliced tomatoes, with hard boiled eggs, celery, and tuna aioli! Super refreshing on a super hot day. We also got a couple non-alcky drinks and left very happy. It was loud inside for sure - or, bustling, if we want to be more euphemistic. Service for us was a bit on the chilly side, but that might just be the night our server was having. There are 2 single-stalled bathrooms, and parking is very easy in the huge lot they have. I think we might circle back to this place after trying other eats around the area. This was a good time.

Stopped at Black Bear Diner in Barstow Outlets off the 15 fwy. Place is right next to a big gas…read morestation so lots of travelers come through. Service was a little slow since they were packed, but the food made up for it. Pancakes were legit delicious - fluffy, hot, real maple syrup. Vibe is very Cracker Barrel: cozy, rustic, even has its own little gift shop if you want to grab something for the road. Perfect stop if you're driving the 15 and need real food vs fast food. Just go expecting a wait during peak hours.

Wife ordered a sandwich, I ordered dessert to eat with her. (I had eaten earlier)…read more Wife's food came out and was good. My dessert disappeared, then came out 3/4 of the way through my wife's meal. Dessert came out lukewarm (if that) and as a hot dessert, I had zero desire in eating. Waitress proactively took the dessert off the bill. I'd avoid this place due to service, no need to waste your time.

Slow service cold food. I went on a non bust day and the food and attitude helped reduce my…read moreappetite. Save your money.

Place has been closed since I arrived in August of 2022. I'm sure the building is nice as well as…read morethe staff, however fort Irwin leadership, MWR or whom ever is responsible for the hiring process is dropping the ball big time. They said it would be open may 2023 and it's still closed. Fort Irwin higher needs to do better.

Had such a great experience at Howl'n Coyote Bar N Grill! The service was on point from start to…read morefinish--super friendly and attentive. The burgers and fries were seriously some of the best I've had in a while, fresh, hot, and full of flavor. Huge shoutout to the bartender and the cook for being awesome and making the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back!

Burger and hot dog came out extremely burnt couldn't eat them. Can't you check before serving them?…read moreI love dive bars but come on. Wings great though!

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 !

Norby was my waitress last night. Excellent service , she was on it with the water refills, I did t…read moreeven have to ask. We had a large party and she was very patient with us and kind. She recommended the mini hamburgers and hooked them up. They were delicious. Thank you for a great experience Norby!

Great pit stop to charge up the car and to grab a quick bite! Our server Jessica was very…read moreattentive, friendly, and efficient! The triple dipper and the big smasher 3 for me was plenty for the three of our party to share! The mozz sticks are always a fun item to share/marvel at the insane cheese pull haha

We would have never heard of this place if it wasn't for Harvest Host. We chose it since it was…read morealong our planned route and it turned out to be a great decision. We ate both dinner and breakfast the next morning and both were great. Burgers very fresh and fries hot and crispy. And I always love it when a restaurant offers chicken and waffles. The decor is very eclectic. Ceiling covered with ball caps (Literally hundreds of them). It's definitely a classic local dive. The land out back where Harvest Host guests stay is very roomy. There were 5-6 other people there at the same time as us and we were not close together at all. It was also very quiet. So glad we stumbled upon them!

First, this is a cafe in the middle of the desert. It has a lot of history, which you can find out…read moreabout on their website. My wife and I ate here for Valentine's day. It had been about 9 years since I've been here, but nothing's changed. It's very nostalgic, the food is great and the service is fast even though it gets really crowded around lunch. My wife had a cheeseburger with no onions and I had the chicken sandwich with no onions both were excellent. The ambience is unbelievable. It's reminiscent of an Old Ranch feed House. Cut this place is definitely for people that ride motorcycles or dune buggies or quads. I had been coming to this place on and off for over 48 years. As you might expect it's a little on the pricey side however you have to remember that you are in the middle of the desert, literally. When my friend from Japan came last year, he wanted to go out there that's how famous this place is. Try it if you get a chance, you won't regret it. They open around 8:00 on Saturday and they are only open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I forgot to mention, this place is great for kids. And they had a live band playing which is fantastic since you have lots of outside seating.

Just what we needed! Great comfort food. Funny and friendly server. Casual environment.read more

The food was bland and not good. My chow mein was mostly bean sprouts with very few noodles, and it…read morelacked flavor. The wonton soup was ok, but overall the meal didn't leave much of an impression. The service was good and friendly. We were the only customers. The restaurant is located in an older building, so the interior felt a bit dated and not the cleanest. The tables and utensils also felt like it wasn't the cleanest.

I ate here twice and forgot to take pics, that's how good the food is. I promise the next time I…read morevisit, I'll take pics lol the food is delicious and the margaritas are amazing. You know when you order a margarita at a restaurant and they water them down? Yeah, not at this place. The chili rellenos were to die for as well as the carne asada fries. I also tried the tacos and the cheese and onion enchiladas, bomb. This is my new go to place. The owner is extremely friendly and the food is of the best quality. Side note: I judge a Mexican restaurant by their rice and beans. The rice and beans taste just like an abuelita made them. Fire!

Top notch service. I had a chile verde burrito with beans and rice added inside an enchilada and a…read moreside of guacamole and chips. Surprisingly it was good a little light on the salt but still good. If I had to categorize it I would say it's Mexican-American food. It has the flavors of Mexican food but is more appealing to American tastes with most every dish being topped or filled with yellow cheese. The dining area is small but also has outdoor seating as well. This is a business owned by a family that has been in the food business for many years in Barstow the food is good and the service is great.