I'm visiting from out of town and came here for brunch. The service was lovely and the food was…read moreincredible! I had the chorizo and potato tostadas with homemade salsa and it was terrific. Very happy I came in and if I'm in twentynine palms again in the future I will definitely return!

It seems like they were understaffed but David did a great job at providing excellent customer…read moreservice! The portions are fantastic and the food satisfying. Make sure to not be in a rush when you come!

Visited Kitchen in the Desert on the weekend for their brunch, and it was a lovely experience! We…read moresat inside due to the heat, which unfortunately had a lot of flies buzzing around the table. Otherwise though, this was a great experience. We really liked the shakshouka, especially paired with the sour dough. I thought the tortilla de patata was fine - I enjoyed it, but it could have used more flavor / "brava" sauce. Service was attentive and helpful with recommendations. I'd love to go back when the weather cools down and enjoy the beautiful outdoor seating area.

Got brunch here on a Sunday around 10 AM. There is plentiful seating and the restaurant is quite…read morelarge. When we arrived the place was pretty empty, yet we still waited quite long to be seated. When we were se The restaurant is a beautifully decorated outdoor space, and there is no indoor seating. While the space is gorgeous and creates an interesting and fun vibe, this outdoor setup is to patrons' detriment. There was a lack of shade and our party was seated at a table half in the sun. Half of our party was We came in February, when temperatures are quite cool and mild--I can't imagine how hot

Phenomenal place to wait out the heat of the day or close out the night. Friendly staff, a great…read moreselection of drinks, and a laid back atmosphere. We brought some cards to kill time which added to our enjoyment. The food was so delicious we came back the next day too. The salad, burger, grilled cheese with apples, and brownie with whipped cream were the best foods we'd eaten in our three days around JT and all with fresh ingredients well prepared. The food alone would make this a 5 star visit.

Visited Grnd Sqrl on the recommendation of our friend who has been living in 29 Palms. It's pretty…read morehip - somehow very granola while still having a lot of neon. Good vibes. And a live band! The food is well executed bar food, with good vegetarian options. Had some soup and a grilled cheese.

Okay, ordered their beef pho, with extra meat. Tell me why they gave us SUCH little meat and…read moreexpecting us to pay $16 with 3.50 for extra meat! Such a scam! Chu oi, you're in the desert. I know you're trying to scam these customers because we're in the desert and there's no other options around us. Next time I'll be back and I'll be VERY specific about what I want. No matter where we are, the people deserve quality for what they're paying for. - Nguoi Viet

We stopped by after going to the Kitchen in the Desert and still feeling hungry. We ordered the…read moretaco dumplings- both chicken and brisket. We were served with sides of lettuce, onion, jalapeño, and salsa verde. We were so presently surprised! Great conversation with the owner while we waited for our food and the food was delicious and exceeded our expectations. Don't let the outside fool you! This place is great!

The baker is very personable always puts something a little extra and your shopping bag the food…read morethe baked goods. Everything is very, very good a tiny place that holds a lot of goodies!

About a 1-1.5: We actually waited it out for this bakery to open, as it only operates on certain…read moredays in the evenings. Check their socials, as they're pretty good in updating the days/times. We ordered: +a slice of banana bread - this was wet and soggy, so not sure how this is even available for sale +a slice of carrot cake - this was extremely dense and decadent, and good for any carrot cake lover +an oatmeal cookie - large and had a nice crisp/chewy texture +a chive scone - super dried out and had absolutely no flavor +a hibiscus drink - super weird beverage; not sure if it was mixed with something, but it was not enjoyable +and, a milk tea - this milk tea was not prepared well; contained some pearls I was curious about their sandwiches and their pizzas, but the latter is only sold as a whole, and not by the slice. All in all, we felt that the items were misses; not worth waiting it out unless you are spending a few days in the area or are a local. Note that there's usually a line, moving along at a slow and steady pace, and they allow only 1 party in at a time. There is no seating inside, as this is strictly carry-out only. Street parking can be found in the area. +oatmeal cookie +evening hours only

3/30/26 @ 9pm Had a late night dinner with my other half…read more First time out here in Big Bear & this place looked cozy. We were greeted at the front with a very warm and friendly welcome by Janet who also was our server. Her energy was so vibrant & comforting, especially at such a later hour when there wasn't much foot traffic going on. Her customer service made our experience there amazing and we would definitely return because of her. I've worked restaurant for many years in management and I can say she checked off many qualities of a great worker. Food was great, we finished every bite. Tender ribs and my favorite meal - salmon was delicious! The hot chocolate was the perfect touch and Janet even gave me a hot chocolate to go which helped keep me warm through my ride back. Thank you Janet for that lovely evening. Ask for Janet as your server!

Placed an order on Uber Eats at 10:30am on a Tuesday for deliver at 11:46a to 12:00p…read moreAfter confirming Restaurant canceled my order at 11:50am Horrible wouldn't try it again I had a large party in a special training that needed lunch by 12:15p Unprofessional that I wasn't notified in a considerate amount of time prior to.

Came here twice. Very friendly we had excellent super meaty super Smokey baby back ribs, some of…read morehe best Mac and cheese we've ever had, very good plan chops. Good gyros. Food appears to all be home made. Angelina who works the bar where we sat is sweet and friendly. Highly recommend. Divey atmo but done top Shelf liquor and perfectly comfortable

Not sure I would have gone in if my husband wasn't with me…read more But we enjoyed the Brisket Quesadilla. It was simple comfort food, freshly prepared, very cheesy and came with generous servings of salsa and sour cream. My Greek Salad with gyro was also just what I needed after too many vacation days without a nice salad.

The meatball calzone was good: plenty big, lots of cheese, tasty meatballs. Ask for a bowl of…read moremarinara on the side to dip all that extra crust in. People there were efficient and friendly. It was a nice building with local art on display. It was a good price for California.

I had a pepperoni pizza and the cheese bread. Both were delicious. I had a to go order and the…read moreservice was great and fast. Ambiance was clean? I would definitely recommend especially over the papa John's.

we have been going here for twenty plus years. It's…read moreabsolutely beautiful and a great place to relax, hike , eat and enjoy a great coffee in the morning with a piece of pumpkin bread. Everyone working here is lovely.Highly recommended!

This place has been a balm for my soul, having escaped the sadness, smoke and uncertainty from the…read moreLA fires. My AQI was north of 390 (not good) so I couldn't get out fast enough. The Inn is super welcoming. Lydia at the front desk was kind and responsive to my changing needs (i kept adding days.) Nearly every person staying here that I met were displaced Angelenos. Morning breakfast (great selection) was a place to connect and grieve. At night, dinner in the restaurant was an escape from the news. I like sitting at the bar. I met a slew of locals who were super kind and welcoming. Cowboy. TJ. Vickie. And a host of others... They made me feel like a regular immediately. Carrie (Kari?) the bartender was top notch - attentive, talkative and enthusiastic. I met her fab parents and even shared goodbye hugs. (That's a good human!) Ashley (the manager) was equally wonderful on Sunday night. I was entertained by visiting artists each night too. Bowdie welcomed me regularly. I stayed in the Bottle Room (my fave) for three nights and Goldenbush for 2. Goldenbush is quieter and more light but the Bottle room has a tub! Much needed after a stressful getaway from LA. Plus, I left my laptop and the cleaning crew - two warm women- made sure I was notified immediately. This is my 4th stay at the Inn. The proximity to the park is perfect. I can't express enough how much this place means to me. Thanks 29 Palms. You are funky, and clean, and beautiful, and dry (my God is it dry here) and filled with nice personal touches (lunch options are deeply appreciated.) May you live long and prosper. Until we meet again. I hope we do.

After the drive from Saguaro National Park to Twentynine Palms, we were ready for something light…read moreand landed at John's Place. We kept it simple, a couple of salads with a cup of chili on the side. Sometimes simple is exactly right. The salads were fresh, crisp, and actually satisfying, not the sad afterthought kind. And the chili? Genuinely delicious. Rich, comforting, and good enough that I took the rest to go so I could upgrade the next morning's hotel breakfast. No regrets there. The space is casual and lively, nothing fancy, but it has a welcoming energy that makes you want to stay a bit. It was busy when we arrived, always a good sign, and the service matched the vibe. Friendly, easygoing, and attentive without hovering. All in, a really nice stop. Fresh food, warm service, and exactly the kind of place you're glad you found after a long stretch on the road.

I drove from Big Bear to 29 Palms to spend the night before traveling on. I hadn't eaten all day…read moreand I decided this was a better option than fast food. We had the French dip and the lamb gyro sandwich. I ordered at the counter and waited in the restaurant. The servers/expediters/order takers (2) did a fantastic job keeping their hustle going. Very polite to customers and each other, double and triple checking tickets, making sure food didn't sit too long once made. The restaurant has seating, mostly booths with some tables in the center. Nothing fancy, but not run down. The French dip was good. Nothing to scream about, but definitely tasty. They didn't forget the au jus, which is what always makes this Sando special. The gyro sandwich was so so, I think if one were at a Greek restaurant there would be a different scale, but as this is 29 Palms, it wasn't horrible. It could have used more onions, some cucumbers, some pepperoncinis. Maybe tzatziki on the side (I was told it was already added during preparation). Pita might have been fresher. Kinda what one would expect here in the desert though! Pricewise, the sandwiches were about $13... about the price of a combo meal at a fast food chain, but superior to that. Neither Sando came with sides but their fries did look yummy as did their huge burgers.