This is fun destination with good food and coffee. The menu is a mix of classic diner and updated items. The bar is not open during the day. Our server was attentive and funny, however It would have been nice know that certain ingredients in my sandwich weren't available. I'd love to come back and stay at the hotel so we can hangout in the bar. read more

Can be found inside the Buckhorn restaurant right by the entrance, they have a bunch of perishable items, cold drinks, merch and a pretty good hot drinks menu and some pastry items! Ordered a large hot latte with oat milk (they also have almond milk) and it was so good paired with their oatmeal cookies - perfectly crispy, crumbly on its edges and chewy at the center. Good coffee stop in the area! They also have a Tesla charger for $10/charge for those who need to an EV charger stop. read more

The Buck Stop - Oatmeal w/ Raisin Cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Cuyama, California

Upscale in the middle of nowhere. A little pricey, but where else are you going to get a mocha latte or fish tacos in the desert? Their pulled pork sandwich is darn good. The spicy pickles and the pickled slaw dressing are homemade and delicious. Service is very friendly, the place is nice and clean, and they offer a selection of deli sandwiches, meats, and local brews from their cooler. In fact, after a visit to the local grocery I returned for a sandwich and refreshment to take back to my campsite for supper. I didn't like what the grocery had to offer, but loved what The Buck Stop had. read more

The Buck Stop - Pulled pork - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Cuyama, California

Wow what an incredible trendy pit stop on the 166. Wish we could have stayed longer. The coffee shop was so cute with tons of outdoor space. They had local goods for sale like honey, eggs, granola, olive oil, and wine. They had a full kitchen menu and pastries. We just got a mocha to go and it was delicious, not too sweet and you could still taste the flavor of the coffee. I also bought a cute wildflower shirt I couldn't resist. We will be stopping for lunch next time. And we'd love to check out the hotel it's connected to, completely remodeled and updated. A true gem in the valley. read more

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Super sweet little spot to stop off on our way through the Central Valley. The owners of this establishment (and associated restaurant and inn) have taken great care to get it where it is right now - I wish we could have stuck around to experience more of it. But alas, I just scored one of the best Lavender Lattes I'd ever had out of the excursion - a beverage that kept me awake and alert for the rest of our drive through the valley and onto the coast. Those running this spot clearly have a big vision, and have put a lot of detail into making it a place to gather with company, and to take a rest and enjoy being off the beaten road. If this sounds like what you're needing, you should make sure to take a load off here next time you're rolling through. read more

Super cute restaurant and cafe. The staff was all very nice. The vibes inside were cute, they had a lot of cute stickers and other stuff for sale. Their matcha latte with oat milk was good. Their flat white was one of the best I've ever had. We sat outside of the hotel in a cute area next door next to the fire pit. We didn't eat any food but we saw the menu had vegan options which is always a plus. Over all it was a super cute stop during our trip to see the superbloom. read more

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This is such a great little spot! Coffee was okay, the americano was a bit heavy for my taste (I think I'm Starbucks dependent ). I bet the latte here is amazing. Next trip though. Trendy and beautiful spot inside! And so clean. They did a great job flipping this location into something wonderful in the neighborhood. Diamond in the rough for sure! read more

The Buck Stop was a saving grace during our stay at the Cuyama Buckhorn. We didn't know what to expect from the food or the coffee but wowee! We were more than pleasantly surprised. Lattes and coffee were strongly made and not acidic at all. The scones (chocolate chip and cinnamon) were the best I've ever had. Everything that we sampled was delicious. We came at the right time as the special for the weekend was this heavenly slow cooked pork that could be made into tacos or sandwiches. The Buck Stop really made the culinary part of our vacation a success, not only with the food but with the staff they have. We just left and are already taking about planning our visit next year. Great job everyone! read more

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What nice and quaint outta the way place to stay. Keith, Asia, and the rest of the wonderful staff made me and my family welcomed and from what I gather with all the construction going on, there will be so much more to look forward to and yes, my family and I will be back, guaranteed. The food is excellent and the hiking trails surrounding the area were breathtaking. I do have one tip though. Be sure to bring bug spray though, I've seen lots everywhere but don't let that scare you. It's nothing you can't handle and the nighttime s'mores were fun for both kids and adults. read more

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Seeking a transcendental escape, I remembered a friend of mine telling me about this little place imbedded within nature, so I decided to try it out myself. What really made The Buck Stop so special is it's ability to evoke an environment of tranquility through nature and earth while still baring delightful reminders of the urban world through their mod cabin-contemporary-esque decor and enlightened spirit. Not only was the coffee some of the best I've ever had--the white chocolate mocha was perfectly sweet without being overpowering--but also their cinnamon bun was truly phenomenal. I recommend this place to anyone who wants to regain sight of oneself through nature while munching on delicious pastries and sipping rejuvenating coffee read more

Holy wow! The breakfast food and the coffee here are top notch, and the unexpectedness of it blew my mind. As someone else said: "upscale in the middle of nowhere." I'd started out camping in the Los Padres and on the first morning realized I'd forgotten coffee! A coffee-free camping trip isn't what I had in mind, so I trekked here, the closest place for coffee and kept my fingers crossed. While waiting for coffee I glanced at the menu, which tempted me enough to stay and have fancy breakfast even though I'm *supposed* to be camping. I was blown away by the food, and I'm a proper foodie. Bacon: house-smoked, and cooked delicately crispy. Delish! Chorizo also house- made and full of flavorful.! Eggs and potatoes perfectly cooked. Toasted rustic bread with house made marmalade. I don't usually like marmalade but this marmalade was bonkers! And last but not least: super friendly service. Kudos to the whole team! read more

The Buck Stop - 2 Egg Breakfast w/chorizo & bacon. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Cuyama, California

Place is clean and chic, definately a diamond in a ruff. We had the bacon,eggs hashbrown and biscuit they were absolutely amazing. The biscuit had a perfect fluff, talk about mouth watering. Everyone in this place was so kind and helpful. They make you feel at home. We had crepes that are not on the menu. Sssshhhh not sure when they serve them but they were mouth drooling. The orange juice is freshly squeezed the eggs come from a local farm. read more

The Buck Stop - Amazing choices for Breakfast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New Cuyama, California

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Beat restaurant in a 100 mile area by far.................. Clean place, fresh cooked items....................... Best baked goods around try the apple pie................................... read more

What a find! We came about it by accident while hiking in Cuyama Valley. Had a bowl of the best !chicken tortilla soup ever, followed by some awesome pastries ( chocolate chip cookie and strawberry danish ) and then VERVE coffee!! Super welcoming atmosphere and beautifully designed space. The quintessential Central Cali vibe! Will be back soon! read more

Found this coffee shop after a stay at the Blue Sky Center. So glad that they're bringing good coffee and vibes out here. Worth a stop if you're driving through and need a cup! read more

Such a great atmosphere in the middle of nowhere! Warm coffee and fresh pastries made daily in house.

So happy this place opened! Only coffee shop in Cuyama and they have such an amazing selection of drinks and pastries. Everyone is very friendly and helpful and everything I have tried is delicious. Definitely one of my new favorite cafes! read more