Village Cafe

4.2 (127 reviews)

InexpensiveChinese, American, Asian Fusion

Closed • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Jeanne W.

I love restaurants that have been around a long time. This one is an old style Chinese-American restaurant with authentic tasting Cantonese food and American food items. There is something for everyone. I came out here since I like to seek out the older restaurants and I was very curious about this one. Once the proprietor found out I spoke Cantonese, it was time to muster up whatever conversation skills I had left as a fifth-generation Chinese-American. Sometimes it is good to push comfort zones to be multilingual. The proprietor is definitely a local character. According to previous Yelp reviewers, he is a bit of a curmudgeon but I can understand that well. Coming from a family that had owned and operated a mid-century era Chinese restaurant before, I know the day to day business can make one fairly grumpy at times. I ordered Pork Egg Foo Young. This is a traditional Cantonese egg based dish with some vegetables for texture and a selected protein served with a gravy on top. Ingredients will vary. There is really no definitive way egg foo young is made as everyone will make it differently. It is a matter of personal taste and each restaurant will have their own version of it. I enjoy the unique variations. The Pork Egg Foo Young here tasted good. The meal came with some crispy fried shrimp and ham fried rice. I really like the battered shrimp. The shrimp were cut so they formed a circle while being fried. The exterior was crispy and not greasy at all. Ham fried rice was a good accompaniment. It is a typical preparation with bits of pork and egg, rice is slightly dark from the soy sauce. The Beef Chow Fun is exceptionally excellent. It is one of the best I have ever had. It is very fragrant from the wok caramelization flavor and there was a generous amount of beef. Definitely make the trip out here just for this! I ordered this on a whim as takeout to eat later and ended up eating some of it while still in the restaurant. The proprietor had encouraged me to sit awhile and eat while it was freshly made. It was good advice! Village Cafe is an adventure back into time. Don't let the well aged interior (and exterior) decor dissuade you from trying this place out. The food is traditional Cantonese, authentically Chinese-American, and very good.

Stopped here on the way to Las Vegas. Delicious food, great prices, friendly service, and quite possibly the largest bowl of wonton soup I've ever been served! Definitely worth the short detour!

Inside seating, notice the Chinese shrine to the right.

Mimi E.

They are authentic Chinese/Cantonese food but being the only Chinese family in the city, they included an American menu too. My son loved the American ground beef dinner. Quality of cooking is excellent - can taste the char from hot wok from the chow fun. The quantity of food is large and they tenderize beef, however they used dry & reconstituted noodles (fresh noodles don't last long in desert). It's a family run business full of history - 3rd generation, 70ish man's father opened the place. The owners are very personable. The restaurant is an icon of Chinese-American history and wall plastered with awards and recognitions of struggles of an immigrant from 1930's until present. Recently broken window shows that anti-Asian sentiment is so much more profound in smaller cities. Speak a few words of Chinese and you've made an instant friend.

Village Cafe is located on Main Street - historic Route 66 - in Barstow. You can sure tell the building dates from Route 66 days...

Eric R.

I'm a huge fan of history, and one of the more recent chapters in modern U.S. history is the migration of people affected by the dust bowl, of the 1930's into California. I've followed what's left of Route 66 from Santa Monica all the way east as far as Elk City, OK, and I find the history of the "Mother Road," and he events that led up the mass migration to be very fascinating. One of my favorite towns along the old road is Barstow, CA, and when you're finished with history, and you're ready enjoy a great meal, head over to Village Cafe, located on Main Street, historic Route 66, in Barstow. Village Cafe is located on Main Street - historic Route 66 - in Barstow, CA. You can definitely tell the building dates from the heyday of Route 66, and it looks like it was once named "The Village," according the stylized letters on the overhang. As you enter, you'll notice the restaurant sports classic "diner" style decor, complete with naugahyde upholstered booths, and 1980's style faux wood tables. I would imagine that "back in the day" there was a counter, rather the low partition. I did note the decor has been considerable updated, and definitely has a lot of Chinese influence, which is appropriate, as Village Cafe specializes in Chinese cuisine. I came in anticipating Chinese food, but after looking over the "American Food" section, and thinking about historic Route 66, I switched gears and ordered "Chicken Fried Steak and Brown Gravy" instead, as that's a classic "comfort food" standard, and one of my favorites. Also, I was interested to see what "American" cuisine would be like at a Chinese restaurant... From the "American Food" section of the "Dinner" menu, I ordered "Chicken Fried Steak" which came covered in brown gravy, and included mashed potatoes, corn, and a piece of toasted sourdough bread. The chicken fried steak was a decent size of meat - most likely 6 ounces - pounded flat, and tender. It was covered with delicious batter, deep fried to a golden brown, which definitely added to the taste of the meat, but didn't overpower it. The batter to meat ratio was perfect, and the steak was delicious. The thick, brown gravy had chunks of meat in it, and was delicious. I guess the chef was reading mind when I placed my order, and knew that I love gravy, and lots of it, as both the steak and the mashed potatoes were covered in his delicious gravy, and there was plenty of gravy left over for the corn. Speaking of mashed potatoes, the potatoes were whipped perfectly, creamy, and just plain delicious, but nothing really special. The corn came from a can... but when you added the gravy, who cares? This fine dinner reminded me of the type of dinner many Route 66 travelers enjoyed during the glory days of the "Mother Road," and to me, this was a perfect dinner. The price was right, the food was great, the atmosphere was nostalgic and the company was great! The building is run down and has seen better days, mostly from the Route 66 era, it's a dive restaurant, but it has character, charm, and lots of local flavor. The food is great, the prices are just the way you like them, and you'll be treated to the company of Ellis, who is quite a gentleman. When you're in the mood for great Chinese or American "comfort food," you can't go wrong with a visit to Village Cafe, located in Barstow, CA. How couldn't I rate this fine restaurant 4 stars?

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Grace N.

10 years ago

Nice stop in Barstow, California. I ate the American food which was yummy good but my sister ate the Chinese food which was excellent and that is what I will try next time. Thank you Mr Wong and family. read more

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Walter M.

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10 years ago

Not great...but decent. Nice people who work there. Made what I asked...and it was fine. Its Chinese food in Barstow. Nuff' said. read more

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M G.

10 years ago

Chinese food in Barstow! Resturant needs to change the name to better identify it as Chinese...was here for almost 8 weeks but didn't discover it till after the 6th week. This would be a 3-4 star in a big city china town. But among the many Mexican food, pizza parlor and fast foods its a real treat to have Chinese food in Barstow. I can only eat so much Mexican food. Its in old Barstow, down town. Very cheap! read more

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Julie W.

11 years ago

I've learned from my cross country travels that the best food sometimes comes from the most unassuming places. This little place is no exception! Great Chinese food & my picky 6 year old enjoyed a spot-on BLT. Plus, we loved imagining what it looked like back in the day. read more

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Espe B.

9 years ago

Love there chicken fried rice and orange chicken good portions yummy. The best Chinese food in barstow

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Peter S.

6 years ago

Ive been here 20 years and finally got around to trying this place. A pleasant surprise! Food was really good and very reasonable. I'll be back on a regular basis. read more

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Diana J.

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7 years ago

Amazing Chinese food! I think about it every time I drive through Barstow. Dive joint. Neighborhood is a little sketch and parking is on the street but all so worth it! read more

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Danny L.

9 years ago

Worst Chinese food place ever!!! Idk why it's got any good reviews at all. I had a terrible experience both times I've been here. The food had way too much msg, found hair in my water and it tasted so mediocre. I honestly have given up on trying to eat Chinese food in Barstow read more

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Earl Grey T.

10 years ago

I have been in search of the chow mein I remember from my childhood. (The restaurant closed down and only left me with fond memories of their delicious food) I finally found it here! If you're looking for a chow mein with just noodles this is not the chow mein for you. The chicken chow mein I ordered had bean sprouts and has a light type of savory gravy sauce which is what brought me back to my childhood. I only wish I lived close by so that I can have it whenever I want. I'll have to settle for when I drive by Barstow...sigh...Also the staff was very nice and friendly..So I am giving it 5 stars for their delicious chow mein and nice staff. read more

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Christopher C.

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14 years ago

I was here again in December, and the food is still good as ever. The owner told me some interesting tales about Barstow. Presently, Main Street Barstow is on the decline because the soldiers at the nearby military bases, especially Fort Irwin, have all their recreational and service needs met on base, and therefore do not come into the town center much any more. The Great Recession also lowered the number of visitors who pass though this part of the town. I doubt that this restaurant will still exist once the owner retires or passes on. read more

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William H.

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12 years ago

Stopped in while staying in Barstow on Friday. I got there a little after 7 (looks like they close at 7:30 most nights), so I was only able to get take-out. Ginger beef and house special chow mein. I enjoyed them both, and prices were reasonable. read more

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Mimi N.

13 years ago

Stopped for breakfast at this old timey Chinese cafe. It's a classic. Got a well-cooked basic breakfast,and so enjoyed chatting with Henry,it's cordial,longtime proprietor. Will most definitely return! read more

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Roni M.

11 years ago

Been eating here for awhile since I work in Barstow. Henry and his family are killing it with this food! Curry chicken, Kung pao, chow fun, and THE BEST pork eggrolls on earth! There's nothing I won't try and they have even made special requests for me at times. Love this place. Love the people. Love the food. You must try it for the bomb Chinese dishes in Barstow. read more

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Judy V.

9 years ago

Stopped here in June, 2017 Had 2 rv's with trailers. Plenty of parking west of the Corner. Great breakfast and lunch! Great service, friendly too. read more

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Sandy N.

9 years ago

This place is terrible. I don't know why its got good reviews at all. I yelped for asian food in Barstow, this one came up with great reviews. The place was tiny and dirty. The food was tasteless and overall just not a place i would ever go back to. very disappointed read more

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Jenn L.

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11 years ago

Fresh, well-prepared food, a good option if you are passing through Barstow because it's one of the few restaurants that is not a chain. Plus the Wongs are such a cute family. read more

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Electra K.

10 years ago

Eeeeewwwww! Unflavorful; burnt; gooey & mushy. The only thing executed well was service! The owners are so sweet and friendly, i wish their food was good. I also believe that everyone rating this place 5 stars only did because of the price. read more

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Belle V.

9 years ago

Glad we didn't eat at the usual place that we go to every time we travel to Vegas and instead found this hole in the wall restaurant in Main Street. Their food was just amazing! Everything that we ordered tasted real good! One of the best Chinese restaurants I've been to considering that we mostly ordered vegetables, I can't wait to come back and try their other dishes! The owner, Mr.Henry Wong was so friendly and said that they've been around for about 44 years, he even showed us a certificate of service excellence awarded to him by their city mayor! Great price for all the food that we ordered! Definitely coming back to this place! read more

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Darlene D.

7 years ago

Oh Yum!!!! This place is now our favorite Chinese Food Place! It's Nostalgic and the waiter is Cool!

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Donald S.

7 years ago

we have been eating at Henry's Village Cafe ever since we moved here to Barstow 16 years ago. The food is outstanding,l always hot and is always only made after you order, no left overs from earlier in the day. My wife and I love Hot and Sour soup and Henry the owner makes it with very little if any MSG which is great since I am allergic to MSG, The house special chowmien is out of sight, love it. Atmosphere great, reminds me of a time when we live in S.F. and went to China Town to eat, quite often, usually on Clay St, great food. read more

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Toni R.

15 years ago

My husband and i travel through Barstow often and have tried many restaurants. We were pleasantly surprised when the owner of this cafe (a sweet asian gentleman) served us the best breakfast in town. He has no waitresses, no cook, no busboy.......he does everything himself! I will be back, Henry! :) read more

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Diego A.

11 years ago

Amazing Food and service! Very very kind people and lovely dining area. I've eaten Chinese food from all over and this place is literally the best! Definitely coming back for my food! :) read more

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Doe G.

9 years ago

Quick lunch break and should have left we ordered to go and it took forever. Long enough to notice just how dirty the place is. I was starving and braved the food but my fried threw hers out because the bus boy was wearing filthy clothes. The waiter or owner was equally disheveled Last time we try this place. I am all about supporting local economy but this was not worth the health risk. read more

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George C.

10 years ago

IT is like stepping back into the 70's. The place is old, clean and serves very good food. Right on Main St and a little hard to see. You just will not believe the prices! The menus must be 25 years old! A few crossed out prices (up a little) but the value was well worth it. I urge you to stop in and have a great meal. read more

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Eric W.

11 years ago

This place is like a step back in time! Good food and family service make this a stop anytime I am driving by!

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David E.

10 years ago

It is like stepping back in time to the '50s! Excellent food and awesome prices! We have lunch there as often as we can

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Karen S.

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8 years ago

The real magic in this place is the owners customer service! SUPERB! food was tasty & worth your money. We loved the jumbo fried shrimp!

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Bob A.

10 years ago

Wow! Nice surprise to find authentic Chinese food in Barstow. The staff are very friendly too. Good choice

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Alida Q.

11 years ago

This place is great!Stopped at Barstow, didnt really expect much from such a small restaurant but had a great experience just as the others described. Definitely recommend! read more

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Mary D.

9 years ago

We spent a couple of days in Barstow - my husband had an emergency appendectomy at the local hospital and I was looking for something warm and easy for him to eat the first night out of the hospital and found this on Yelp. We had won ton soup - chock full of fresh vegetables and white meat chicken, eggrolls and chicken fried rice - super crispy and flavorful. I had some Moo Goo Gai Pan. I mistakenly thought the prices were reflective of the serving size but was mistaken the portions were pretty large. Lots of fresh veggies and super flavorful. I tried to recreate the Moo Goo Gai Pan but it just didn't measure up. So take a detour, avoid the fast food and make a stop at the Village Cafe. You will be glad you did. read more

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John M.

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10 years ago

Had an awesome breakfast here this morning. Food was exactly what I was looking for and I got a sweet route recommendation that saved me time. Plus the price was very reasonable. All is good at Village Cafe. Wish I could have tried their Chinese food. read more

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Lisa Z.

11 years ago

Very good cantonese cuisine and nice talk with Henry Wong who is 86 year old decent happy taishan ren,run the family business. Nice experience in old 66 route. read more

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Annette R.

11 years ago

THE VILLAGE is a sentimental hometown favorite. Henry, the owner/cook is a wonderfully friendly Chinese man who meets and greets folks as they walk through the door. Everyone is important to Henry, and he acts like he's known you forever. While the decor is a step back in time, the place is clean. And if you're looking for authentic Mandarin Chinese food - this is the place! DELICIOUS AND CHEAP! Henry is generous with portions and fare with pricing. Don't let the run down exterior deter you from having a fabulous meal, with a funny guy. At least it'll give you something to tell your friends!. read more

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Christy K.

10 years ago

Was staying the night on our cross country road trip, Came in based on Yelp reviews .. So happy that I did! The staff was super friendly and attentive , the food was awesome too. I had the Shrimp with Lobster sauce and spring rolls , was so much food I had to get a to go box, I just finished up my leftovers which were still delicious. I don't care about a places decor I come to eat not live there I thought the place looked cool myself ,with the old soldier photos and Great Wall of China pictures. I would recommend this place and would most definitely eat here again. read more

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Cooper B.

9 years ago

Been going here for years. Support a local business and you will not be disappointed.

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M K.

12 years ago

This place is great ! The boyfriend and I stopped here instead of heading to slash x outside of town. We were a little iffy based upon how it looks from the outside, but we were proven wrong ! We didn't get the Chinese fare.... I got the club sandwich (which came with fries and was less than five dollars !) and he got the hot beef sandwich (came with a heaping pile of mashed potatoes and was also less than five dollars !) this was one of the best club sandwiches I've ever had. And you can't beat the price ! As we were leaving, the owner, Henry, came over and spoke to us for well over ten minutes. He is incredibly nice and so jolly. I would recommend this place to anyone. Great value for hardly any money !!! read more

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Joel M.

12 years ago

Chinese food in an old building in "old town" Barstow. Also serves American lunch (sandwiches) and American breakfasts. Very cheap, but everything I've had was very good. Fast, friendly service, old but clean. Food prepared quickly. Parking lot behind restaurant. Don't let locals scare you off. I've never been bothered by anyone. Very good alternative to fast-food joints. Quick for take-out. I've never had a complaint, always enjoyed my meal, never gotten sick. Located west of East Main St exit, about 1.5 miles. For those who might want to try something "off the beaten path" and something else besides American fast-food and chain restaurants. To boldly go and explore strange new places. read more

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Nancy C.

11 years ago

Lucked out finding this family run restaurant with quality Chinese food. Fresh and good.

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Carol B.

13 years ago

Ugh. Walked out after ordering. Place eas grubby and the final straw was no soap in either bathroom after they sent me into shower to find it read more

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Brent L.

10 years ago

great seabass soups and asian entres owned by local friendly family. been a customer for over 20 years!

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205 E Main St
Barstow, CA 92311
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(760) 256-5152
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Hours

What time does Village Cafe open?

Village Cafe opens at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Village Cafe close?

Village Cafe is closed on Monday and Sunday.Village Cafe closes at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun ClosedTue-Sat 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Does Village Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Village Cafe takes credit cards.

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Does Village Cafe have catering options?

No, Village Cafe does not have catering options.

Does Village Cafe serve alcohol?

No, Village Cafe does not serve alcohol.

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Does Village Cafe allow dogs?

Yes, Village Cafe allows dogs.

Does Village Cafe have TVs?

Yes, Village Cafe has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Village Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, Village Cafe has bike parking.

Does Village Cafe have outdoor seating?

No, Village Cafe does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Village Cafe have parking?

Yes, Village Cafe has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

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Does Village Cafe have free WiFi?

No, Village Cafe does not have free WiFi.

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Xin bowl Asian Bistro

Wonderful food and great service. We are from Las Vegas and did a 12.5 hour off road jeep trip…read morethrough the mountains and Death Valley and ended up in Ridgecrest. I was concerned because I am vegan and found this place that had lots of options. I went with the sesame tofu as the waitress recommended it. I also got some fried tofu to go for our long journey back the following day. My finance got the chicken pad thai and we both had awesome portion sizes and place seemed to be very popular. Everyone was kind, ambiance was clean and welcoming. They had a bar, sushi bar and plenty of seating. They had "veggie meat", several tofu dishes, edamame, carrot salad, noodle dishes and also oil free options! I didn't take any pictures because we were starving but everything looked and tasted wonderful!

The food was delicious and so fresh! Everything was cooked to order and came out perfect! The…read moreservers were so nice and professional

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My Chicken (hold the teriyaki sauce) Bento Box

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Pho Saigon Le

Good fast reliable, if you don't mention the size they will bring you the big one…read more N

The Pho here is so good! I've tried other places in town and find myself comparing it to this…read moreplace. If you've ever eaten at a really good pho restaurant or many different locations you come to notice the best places don't have the best service. Like here the service is just ok and that's fine. Where else can I sit down order and have my food with in 10 minutes. Not many other restaurants. Come here for great food served fast and ok service.

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Beautiful and updated. Impressed with the interior.

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Honeymoon Tea Bar

Ordered a black tea and only partially sweetened. Perfect for a summer day. Also ordered their…read moregyoza. Actually really tasty! Will be back!

Haven't been there for a minute and the place seem dead now to be honest . No lime at all went in…read moreorder like 5 drinks and came right back out . The lady was okay not very friendly the cashier that day . The drinks wasn't the same and now I know why . The way the make the drinks not the same I ordered a passion fruit tea with green tea with boba and lychee jelly tell me why I can only taste the passion and it was kind of on the sour side not sweet either . I wouldn't go back not hitting the same . The decoration was the same nothing crazy it was basic not like how it was before.

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Thai tea (left), sweet potato fries (center), corn croquettes (right)

Shrimp Rice Bowl with an egg

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Gyozas with tons of sauces

Canton Restaurant

This is my second time coming. Both times have been great…read more The food is delicious. As spicy as you want it. The service is excellent. Very nice and very attentive. The ambiance is casual and calm. The egg rolls are to die for.

very very good we ordered mapo doufu, dumplings, lettuce,…read morebroccoli beef and steamed rice.

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The dinner "salad": iceberg with a few pieces of shredded carrot and cabbage

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Del Taco

Nothing ever beats the original…read more Their food is fresh, flavorful and reasonably priced. The dining area is squeaky clean and ice cold which is important when in the middle of the drsert. Service is quick and served by friendly and welcoming staff. I never hesitate to visit when going up or back from Vegas.

This was my first time at Del Taco located in Barstow, CA at their Lynwood Rd location. I was…read morepassing by and decided to get a quick bite before heading to LV NV. 3/5 Service The younger male cashier needs better customer service skills. When taking people's orders, he looked like he was zoning out. It was so busy, packed I managed to find a place to sit and eat. 5/5 Food Their food tasted a lot fresher and way better and the generous amount of cheese they put on. 5/5 Salsa you have access to unlimited salsa packets, which is unheard of. 5/5 Location This has to be the best Del Taco I've ever been to. If you're passing by or in the area, I 100% recommend coming here. Also, their legendary OG location is nearby too, you can pick up a couple of their Merch's or 2. If every Del Taco location was like this, I bet their sales would be booming. I'm looking forward to visiting the location again. Thank you for a wonderful quick bite lunch.

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Southern Twist

4.6

(232 reviews)

1.4 mi

You need to stop at this place!!! Food was off the charts!…read more Customer service A+++++++ restaurant was spotless stop and enjoy the best soul food this side of the Mississippi while you are charging your car! such a comfortable atmosphere!! Employees have smiles and you hear laughter

The setup is cafeteria style, which we hadn't seen elsewhere on the trip, and it's a great match…read morefor the vibe. We asked the young lady helping us for her recommendation, so I went with the oxtails over rice, collard greens, and baked beans. They were so tender they fell right off the bone, and I made sure to clean every last bit that didn't. The gravy over the rice, with just the right amount of heat, was fantastic. My wife had the Salisbury steak with broccoli and yams and loved it just as much. We swapped bites and agreed this was the best food of our four week road trip. Portions were huge and prices were right in line with a typical restaurant, so the value was great too. It was 100+ degrees outside on July 5th, and the staff let us bring our dog Sarah in out of the heat, which we really appreciated. The young lady who helped us was friendly and professional the whole time, and it turns out she has a dog that looks just like Sarah, named Zoey. Small world. If you're anywhere near Barstow, this is a must visit.

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There's a Tesla charging station right next-door

Denny's

Friendly staff, good food. I'm really disappointed that you stopped taking AARP for discounts.read more

Whenever we are headed home to Las Vegas from California, we stop at this Denny's location…read more They have some of the most friendliest waitresses. However, on this detour home we had Mary Anne as our waitress and she was amazing. Very friendly and she made sure our that's drinks we're always refilled and that we have plenty of condiments. She let us know about the Denny's reward program, which we signed up for and even offered us desert but we had to pass it up because we were to full. The food was hot and our order came out super fast. Everyone was happy and we left with full belly's! We will be back next time.

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DiNapoli's Fire House

Delicious! Friendly and accommodating…read more Both our pizza and spaghetti (with meatballs of course!) were so tasty.

Came here for dinner one night and it was cute. I tried their pizza and thought it was fine…read more Definitely would come back to try their pasta though. Service was good, my server was fast and checked up on me often. It's definitely a neighborhood favorite. You can't miss their sign in the parking lot and out front it stands out too. It was a guy's birthday and they sang happy birthday to him and put on this ridiculously over sized cowboy hat on him and he didn't like it, but I thought it was cute/funny. Pizza is pretty standard with a decent crust. Again, I'm definitely coming back to try their pastas in the future.

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Lola's Kitchen

We stopped to charge an EV car and wanted something for lunch that was local and not a chain. So…read moreglad we found Lola's Kitchen! The bean, rice, and cheese burrito was sooooo good! The blend was simple and yummy. It was big and I could only eat 1/2. The salsa was spicy and also flavorful. My partner had a torta and said the mess to eat it was worth it! Again, another good decision. The staff were friendly and helpful! We had a dog and so they let us take 2 chairs outside to eat. Thank you! The "ambience"was perfect for a late lunch as we were passing through town. I highly recommend this restaurant. As someone else said, don't let the location in a strip mall stop you.

So good!! Stopped here during a road trip for breakfast, employees were so lovely and attentive…read more Food was incredible, came out quickly and tasted super fresh. Restaurant was super cute and clean as well.

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Carne Asada Nachos

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