After a long drive from SoCal, we decided to make this place our dinner pit stop. Love that they have a kids menu, which makes it easier to dine with two little ones. My son also specifically requested Alfredo so it's great that they have that on the kids menu! If you're tired of fast food, I highly recommend making this place your lunch or dinner stop. Food comes out fast and service is great. Highlight of our night was when staff handed my kids a small cup of koi food so we could feed the fish before making our way home. The kids really enjoyed that. We will be making this our pit stop coming home from SoCal every time from now on. read more

We came here last month and grabbed takeout, and honestly, the food was great! So today, we decided to come back and actually sit down for a meal. Party of 3 -- how hard could this be? We were initially told there would be a 20-minute wait, which was totally fine. Then things got a little... interesting. Two different staff members told the greeter at the front that our table was ready, but we were still asked to keep waiting. About 15 minutes into our wait, a party of 7 walked in and was told they would have a table ready for them. At that point, we decided our party of 3 had apparently been moved to the "please continue waiting indefinitely" category and we left. What made this especially strange was that there were five tables for four open. We understand that restaurants get busy and that seating can be complicated, but this situation just didn't make sense. If a table is available and staff are saying it's ready, why keep guests waiting while a much larger party is welcomed in? The food may be great, but the customer experience left us scratching our heads. Every customer should feel like they're important -- whether they're a party of 3, 7, or even just one person. Hopefully management can take a look at what happened, because this was a very unusual experience. read more

We come to Mission de Oro Hotel every year when we're in Santa Nella visiting my mom and dad's gravesite at the National Veterans Cemetery. This visit happened to fall on Mother's Day weekend. We had reservations for both Saturday and Sunday, but we stopped in on Saturday to cancel that day's reservation since we'd already eaten lunch and knew we wouldn't be hungry by dinnertime. On Sunday, when we checked in for our reservation, I was impressed -- the hostess remembered us by name, which says a lot considering how many guests come through the restaurant. We were seated, and soon after we were greeted by Eleanor, our server. She was warm, attentive, and never made us feel pressured, which was a huge improvement from a previous visit. She answered every question I had, including how they cook a medium‑rare steak (every chef has their own interpretation, lol). She also gave an honest answer when I asked whether the vegetables used at dinner come from their greenhouse. The service felt genuine, and the food was excellent -- a much better experience than my last review. This visit was absolutely worth the return. Kudos to Eleanor and the Kitchen at The Mission. read more

The Kitchen at the Mission - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Nella, California

A great rest stop on our road trip. We needed a nice hearty breakfast that was not fast food. It was delicious, filling, fresh and beautiful setting! read more

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They have done an excellent job refurbishing the restaurant and surrounding area. The service was amazing and the food was really good. I had the poke nachos which had a tad too much wasabi and the chips were a little over fried. We also had the bruschetta which was delicious! I didn't get pictures of the other items, but everyone enjoyed their meal. We'll be back the next time we come through Santa Nella! read more

The Kitchen at the Mission - Bruschetta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Nella, California

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One of the best meals we've had in a long time. Stumbled upon this restaurant while driving from Yosemite to Carmel, and I'm so glad we did! Some of the freshest tomatoes I've ever tasted. The chicken piccata was spectacular. Would also recommend saving room for dessert- we got the apple pie. Truly a farm to table experience. The service was great, and it was beautiful at sunset outside on the patio. We will absolutely be back if we are ever in the area again. read more

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We stopped here for breakfast on our way from the Bay Area to Los Angeles while charging our car. When we arrived, we realized it's a restaurant inside a hotel. The outdoor area was lovely, and the indoor space was decent as well. Unfortunately, the service was quite slow--likely because there were only two servers handling both the dining area and room service. It was hard to find anyone when we needed help. The food was pretty average. One thing worth mentioning is that the water had a strange taste. My child noticed it right away after just one sip. Because of the water quality, the coffee didn't taste good either. read more

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A hidden gem! They grow and serve their own veggies from their sustainable greenhouse, very organic and fresh.

Hidden gem with delicious food where they grow they own vegetables. The apple pie was so fresh. Our server, Jacob was great. Highly recommend the ambience. read more

The Kitchen at the Mission - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Nella, California

What a wonderful meal we had with our pups on the patio, while staying overnight at the hotel. Two weeks on the road and likely the most proper meal we had in awhile. Our server was very attentive along worth the other staff taking care of us, they brought out some cold water for our pups which scored them points right off the bat. We ordered the Brussels Sprouts appetizer which was delicious. My husband had the seafood pasta and I did the apple/walnut salad. My salad was so fresh and delicious, my husband ate every morsel of his pasta. The bread they brought was really good, particularly the pumpernickel rolls. Our girls got some chicken off the doggy menu which they devoured in a minute or less. This restaurant must be pretty popular, as we saw lots of folks arriving after we were seated. GREAT meal all around! read more

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Thanks too the employees at the Mission kitchen for celebrating my daughter Alexis 21st birthday. We had a blast and the music was amazing and perfect weather. read more

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Stopped by to simply charge the Tesla but ran into a little gem. The mission in is beautiful!! Walking around the place makes you go, why on earth is this place located here! You would never have known otherwise. They have beautiful gardens and greenhouses on site. While the car was charging we grabbed breakfast and sat outside on the patio. Food was delicious and employees were super friendly! Would for sure stop by again! read more

The Kitchen at the Mission - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Nella, California

Great place, it was amazing. The food was great. The service was awesome. The ambience through out the whole place is beautiful. I highly recommend it. read more

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The Kitchen at the Mission is a hidden gem! Who knew? I certainly didn't. For years, I've seen the beautiful bell tower (campanile) from Interstate 5 on my drives to Los Angeles and assumed it was one of California's original missions. It isn't--but it's absolutely worth the stop. Our original plan was to have breakfast at Andersen's Split Pea Soup, but since they didn't open until 8:00 a.m. and we arrived an hour early, we found The Kitchen at the Mission, which opens at 7:00 a.m. I'm so glad we did! The food was delicious, the staff was warm and friendly, and the grounds were stunning. Beautiful flowers, peaceful seating areas, and the impressive mission-style architecture made for a relaxing and memorable breakfast. This unexpected stop turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip, and it will definitely become a regular stop whenever I'm driving to Los Angeles. Highly recommended! read more

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We stopped her to get some take-out pizza because we'd been having trouble finding anything gluten-free in the area. We called about 20 mins in advance on our way from Casa de Fruta (where I could eat nothing). We'd never been there, always stopping for a pit-stop at Pea Soup Anderson's when going through that area. So first of all, the hotel grounds are beautiful, totally unexpected in this middle of nowhere hotel. The outdoor dining area for the restaurant is gorgeous and relaxing. The staff aware all polite and helpful. I had to wait a bit longer than expected but I grabbed the pizzas and took them to the car and was first of all shocked at how beautiful the pizza was. I got the California veggie pizza without mushrooms and added pepperoni, with gluten free crust. My husband got the same but not gluten free. This was one of the best gluten free pizzas I've EVER had. Everything as clearly freshly made. Amazing. Sad it's so far away from where I live! On the way out I checked out prices for the hotel...about 200 bucks a night. Totally reasonable. We'll be back here next time we're heading through this area! read more

First time visiting, it's a great place to stop while driving between North/South CA & they also have Tesla charging stations. The food was fantastic, the server was great, very accommodating & attentive, constantly refilling our drinks. The place was spacious with lots of indoor & outdoor seating with many gluten free options, including gluten free pizza & pasta. I LOVED the GF Brick Oven Pasta Rustica (Penne pasta with chicken, shrimp, bacon, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, basil & garlic tomato cream sauce). It came with a salad & I upgraded to the Gorgonzola Spinach Salad, which came with mangos, mandarin oranges, strawberries, grapes, pine nuts & raspberry vinaigrette. My daughter LOVED the Margherita Pizza & my husband enjoyed the California Steak Sandwich (Fire-grilled NY steak on garlic butter grilled French roll, tomatoes, red onion & romaine lettuce) he added grilled onions & mushrooms. Everything was so delicious, we ate ALL our food!! I highly recommend this place & we will definitely return the next time we're traveling up north. It's located in Hotel Mission De Oro, you can park to the left of the hotel & enter through the garden area, follow signs that point to the restaurant. read more

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We had a wonderful meal and experience at The Kitchen last night. We were seated by the kitchen and felt like we were in an episode of The Bear and we loved every moment! It was so fun to watch the chefs construct their masterpieces and hear "corner" and "behind". Dolly was our server snd she was a 10/10! She made great suggestions, had a fun personality, and definitely made our dinner more enjoyable. The cocktails were amazing! My favorite was the blood orange margarita. It tasted like I was biting into a juicy orange. We had the Bacon Wrapped Filet, The Salmon, and a Pizza. I tried a bite of my husband's filet and it was easily THE BEST filet I had ever had. It melted in my mouth. My salmon was also delicious and my son loved his pizza. We won't hesitate to return when we are in the area. read more

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Jaikob was our server. The meal delish; the service was amazing. First time here. So glad we decided to chance it and give the place a try. Definitely will be back. The calamari, walnut apple salad, and roasted cauliflower just so scrumptious. :) the ambiance was so chill and pretty. read more

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Traveling on the 5 yesterday and we did not want fast food. Searched and found @kitchenatthemission and I am glad we stopped! Everything was tasty! We got two salads and the locally made pumpkin cheesecake. The chicken wonton soup was delicious ! We are definitely returning when in the area. Great place to stretch your legs and look at the gardens Our server Maritza was so friendly read more

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The first time I came get I absolutely loved it - and had a great time with my fiancé. The service is good. The server a charming lady. Last time the burger was much better and to my surprise it comes with Gorgonzola unless otherwise requested which feels like something out of an old twilight movie. I didn't catch this and regret it - next time I'll just get the steak. I wouldn't call it Wagyu either. But the drinks helped wash it down. read more

The Kitchen at the Mission - Cadillac margarita - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Nella, California

We had lunch here while we charged our Tesla at the Supercharger. Nice atmosphere with friendly staff. The best dish we had was the French Onion soup. Delicious and oh so satisfying! I could have just eaten that, but I also had the yummy crab cakes. We also tried their recommended steak sandwich and it was just ok. Next time we will try the French Dip. read more

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We were on our way to Carmel and stopped to charge our electric car, not expecting to find anything memorable but right next door was The Kitchen at The Mission, and what a hidden gem it turned out to be. The setting is absolutely beautiful. It's in a lovely location that feels like a peaceful escape, even if you're just passing through. The food was amazing every dish was full of flavor and clearly made with care. What started as a quick charging stop turned into one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommend stopping here, especially if you're charging nearby. You won't regret it! read more

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The food was great, especially the Tri tip sandwich. Our server, Marlene, was very friendly and provided great service. The dining room was relaxing. read more

Another nice meal at The Kitchen. The food was solid and the service excellent. The price point is a little high, but you get a quality meal that makes it worth it. We started the meal with some deep fried asparagus and calamari. It was a good start. My friend had the pork chop meal and he said it was excellent. My wife had the chicken piccata, she said it was alright, but didn't care for the breading. My friend's wife had a dirty martini, dinner salad and the Tomato Bisque soup and enjoyed it. I had the Santa Maria Tri-Tip Sandwich. It was on a fresh Dutch Crunch roll...Yummmm. The caramelized onions and mushrooms really allowed the sandwich to pop. The ambiance is beautiful and a big selling point. We finished off the meal with some ice cream and a molten lava cake also topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It was a nice evening. read more

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This review is going to be a three-parter! Located right off HWY 33, The Kitchen at the Mission is a hidden-in-plain-sight gem. They're a bit fancier for a truck stop hotel restaurant, so the SO and I tend to treat our visits here as a special occasion. The inside is warmly lit and reminds me of a classier Olive Garden. Classic jazz/swing plays throughout the speakers. There's a bar/lounge through a door and you can see a part of the kitchen upon entrance. Dinner - 4/5 stars Highlights: - Tomahawk steak, while pricy, is so good! We love the roasted whole garlic and accoutrement it comes with. - Bruschetta is a must-order for us. Notes: - You can request to take the tomahawk bone home lol Sunday Brunch Buffet - 3/5 stars Highlights: - Felt classier than your typical buffet with spaced out buffet stations. - Service was amazing as usual! Shouts to Maritza who served us and was so nice and kind throughout. - Prime rib was pretty good! - Crab legs, although not my personal favorite (too much work), are included in the buffet Notes: - Price at the time of review is around $42 per person. This does NOT include drinks (coffee, oj, etc.), which are an additional $4. - For the price, I wouldn't return to the brunch. I wasn't personally interested in at least 3-4 of the offerings so it already loses value. Special Father's Day BBQ Buffet - 4/5 stars Highlights: - Same layout as the Sunday brunch buffet, but with more BBQ items - St. Louis ribs, tri-tip, and brisket were really good for buffet food. Same for the mac n cheese. Notes: - Price at the time of review is $46 per person (NOT including drinks) - This was a nice one-time thing. - Definitely recommend calling ahead of time to make reservations. Because it was only for Father's Day, there were a lot of people. Overall a really great place for date night. Will be back for dinner some time soon! read more

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Sold food and good waitstaff - makes charging at the nearby Tesla and Rivian chargers a breeze. Prices are reasonable, bathrooms are super clean, as is the dining room. Very comfortable place to spend 45 min while charging and getting a solid meal. read more

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We decided to come here for Thanksgiving Brunch instead of driving to relatives. Turns out it was a great idea. The buffet was very good with turkey, ham, prime rib. Scallop potatoes, candied yams, Mac and cheese, wonderful dinner rolls. The service was spot on with a wait staff paying close attention to all of our needs. And of course the ambiance of the Mission top of the mark. You can't loose with the Kitchen at the Mission. read more

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Literal onsite greenhouse to table food in a mission style hotel in Santa Nella. It seems so random, but this place is a gem! Hotel Mission de Oro has an interesting history in itself which make the grounds so unique. But back to The Kitchen! The food is modern California cuisine which means it is a fusion of foods with lots of fresh greens and fruits. The servers were all so friendly and kind, that you almost want to order more! The California Pasta didn't have any meat, but really didn't need it with how tasty the vegetables were. The fish all tasted like it was caught fresh in the morning albeit this place is inland on the single road that passes through the city. They have outdoor seating so it is dog friendly and they have charging stations in a huge parking lot. There used to be stores on site, but only the Wine Museum, hotel, The Kitchen and the Lounge are left. I hope they build it out to make it a one stop shop when you're on that long road trip on the 5 freeway on your way to Sacramento. A mile away is the last Andersen's Pea Soup, which is fun, but don't sleep on the Kitchen. read more

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Beautiful decor, the restaurant looked like a mission. Food was amazing, everything was delicious and reasonably priced. Had the French toast, breakfast burrito, and steak/mushroom omelette. Service was fantastic as well. read more

The Kitchen at the Mission - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Nella, California

The breakfast today was just average. The service was horrible. It was evident our waitress was not on her game today. Every task was delayed and it was not due to having too many tables to manage. We did not finish our breakfast as the portions are generous but we sat for close to 20 minutes waiting for our waitress to recognize that we were done and we had to asked for to-go containers. We love the atmosphere and we drive from Patterson to enjoy their food. We will be back but hope that the service is better in the future. read more

I came with a group of friends and I had the bowl of tomato bisque soup which was delicious. It was right next to a large parking lot and tesla charge statione. The restraunt itself is beautiful and connected to a bar and lounge. Seating took awhile but we had a large group and they had to set up the table..they asked if we wanted to split the bill which was very sweet of the server since it is a lot of work. read more

Where do I begin...couple hours ago I was still driving down the scenic 97 from Bend, Oregon, carrying with me a load on my rig from Tree Top Apple Juice, of Selah Washington. Couple hours later, having taken the majestic scenery of Mt Shasta and Klamath National Forest, I find myself back here in Santa Nella of all places, saying f*ckit to returning to Los Angeles-- I'm taking a seat at the The Kitchen Restaurant in the historic Mission De Oro. And how that turned out to be a rather good decision after all. I'm going to start by saying I'm normally not a fan of bread or anything sweet in particular. I ended up finishing a whole basket, and an entire creme brulee. It's just when you have a bottle of Enzo branded Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Enzo Balsamic's vinegar, it's hard to pass up that kinda combination with such fluffy bread. Everything about the Mission is classic. The Frank Sinatra songs, Michael Bublee, the Spanish Colonial Style architecture, the Neoclassicism, yes even though I'm a trucker, I have taken Art History some 20 years ago so touche. You can't just sit down and not love the place. Which it explains why despite Santa Nella looking like some of the less appealing parts of Ciudad Juarez....this little sanctuary is an immediate escape from all that stress outside called Long Haul trucking. And I'm one of the lucky ones for taking that time off and venturing off to this piece of paradise. So the food, yes we all want to know what the food was like. I ordered there Oktober special, Filet Mignon wrapped in Bacon, paired with Mashed Potatoes, Kale & Yams. I'm not going to lie, the Filet Mignon brought me to tears. Every mouthful, every bite the texture, the tenderness, the medium-rareness, everything about the Filet Mignon was perfect to the tee. The red wine reduction demiglace didn't over power the meats, the sauteed pan fried lightly seasoned kale, the yams, the pea sprouts, Everything fused together and brought about one of the best experiences I've had with steak in recent memory. You, know, trucking across the lower 48, you just don't run into this level of nuance, meticulousness. I felt like the entire kitchen staff was at the top of their game, and they were here to cook up something they'd be proud of. Quality meat, quality technique, but maybe I'd cut out the bacon though, was a rather odd pairing. Everything else made perfect sense. For soup, I started with the French Onion Soup; it tilted towards the sweeter side, but nevertheless, was good, although I preferred if they could have gone harder on the Cabernet or Sauvignon Blanc, a little more of alcohol to taste, but the cheese, french bread, everything was baked to perfection, the thyme didn't over power. For appetizers, I ordered the fried Brussel Sprouts with bacon bits; I think stand alone without the chipotle dip, the brussel sprouts were seasoned enough and didn't need any enhancements. Now, having finished the bread, the soup, the Main Entree, I was presented a Dessert menu. Might as well, and with Madison's recommendation, I went with their creme brulee, and a single shot of espresso. The brulee, was evenly torched down with a very thin layer of brown sugar. I was expecting since most American restaurants serve outlandishly "sweet" desserts, I was probably going to take a bite or two and not finish the serving. It very well surprised me, that custard, vanilla beans and hint of sugar wasn't overwhelming--when complemented together with the bitterness of the espresso, this was the perfect combination to end tonight's meal and send myself on the way back to LA. So what's my verdict of The Kitchen? The service was excellent, the atmosphere elegant, you know, I'm sitting here and I just don't want to return to that rig of mine parked next door at the Rotten Robbie's Truck Stop. But all good things have to come an end, and if only I had Dorothy's magical red slippers, I too wish I could just say, "I wish I was Home," and poof, I don't need to drive my semi truck another 300 miles or so back home. Until next time, looking forward to another big rig adventure to another restaurant somewhere over the rainbow. read more

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I have been here a couple of times, once for breakfast and once for lunch. Both times it was pretty empty and we were seated immediately. It's a cute spot with both seating indoor and outside. Our server took our order pretty quickly and we ended up ordering the mimosa flight, comes with 4 flavors. There's at least 8 flavors to choose from and the 4 I chose were all really refreshing. We ordered our food and I would say the portion sizes are pretty big for what you're paying for. We ordered calamari for the table. I got the shrimp tacos this time and the shrimps were perfectly crispy. Would come back, they have lots of options on their menu! read more

The Kitchen at the Mission - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Nella, California

I've been wanting to try this place for quite some time. Just never got around to it. Most especially have seeing all the renovations over the years. Finally made it happen as it was our anniversary and didn't want to drive very far. This place is right off the freeway. Lots of parking WITH brand new Tesla charging stations. The restaurant is tucked inside the quad of what used to be an old Mission. Along with indoor seating there is also patio seating under an awning and next to a small pond. We had reservations for 7:30 and there was a light breeze, and the sun was working its way down, so we opted for the patio. There was actually quite a crowd of people. The quad of the mission is so green, and you almost forget you are in the middle of nowhere. Husband ordered their 16 oz prime rib that came with a loaded baked potato and broccoli. I ordered their filet and crab legs that came with broccoli and mash. We both agreed that both steaks were well seasoned and a perfect medium. Lots to take home. Prices were decent. Menu extensive and something for everyone's taste buds. Service was excellent. Kid and pet friendly. We will be back. read more

We have a Tesla and there are superchargers in the parking here. Stopping to charge, we were pleasantly surprised to find this great hotel complex with beautifully landscaped grounds and an inviting restaurant. Food here is good and reasonably priced. We will definitely stop here again. read more

The Kitchen at the Mission - Beautiful hotel and restaurant complex. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Nella, California

In the middle of the I-5 corridor lies a fabulous oasis that offers mad maxers a repose from the interstate dull drums It's especially nice if you have a Tesla. Tons of charging stations and a great lounge in which to bide your time. The menu is varied. Lots of steaks, pasta, salads. They are all delicious. Great chefs here. This is a full bar and tvs galore with sports sports sports on. Watched the Chiefs/Chargers game and enjoyed a chef salad. Very fresh ingredients. Highly highly recommend this oasis! There is a hotel here as well. Last night after dinner I enjoyed a local musician. Great evening read more

Great place to have a nice meal.My wife and I stopped on our way to So Cal and spent the night in Santa Nella.We went into the bar area and had a cocktail ( they actually will serve you full menu of restaurant in the bar) and went over to restaurant for dinner.....we put our name on the list ( it was 5:00)....and waited 45 minutes to get served( we should have ordered and eaten in the bar!) The wait staff wasn't in any hurry to clear tables and get people seated.Food was great, service medium. Would definitely return , great place to hang out --the gardens and pools were breathtaking. read more

We discovered The Kitchen when we stopped to charge our car in their parking lot. We ordered two vegan pizzas to go. They had plant-based cheese. The service peeps in the front were friendly and professional. The wait was short and the pizzas were absolutely perfect and delicious. The ground are impeccable and the restaurant was spotless. Highly recommended. read more

What a gem! Amazing patio, live music, and buffet. Also very dog friendly! Worth to stop over. Tesla charger within walking distance.

I was trying to find a really nice place to eat in Los banos. That's when I stumbled across this gem in Santa Nella ca. super cute nicely landscaped grounds. Great service. I was feeling hot in a certain area and the hostess found me a cooler area to sit near a vent. My filet mignon was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Very nice experience read more

The Kitchen at the Mission - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Nella, California