A perfect stop before hiking Joshua Tree for your breakfast, lunch or snack grab-and-go needs, with…read moremore than just the usual lame brands and items. Located next to the JT visitor center west entrance and about 5 miles from the park entrance. We arrived to this small local place just as they were opening at 7:30 am and they had breakfast sandwiches being made, mostly with bacon, egg and cheese but they'll make you sausage or other variation as well. They also have a good selection of other breakfast items like hard boiled eggs, cheese, fruits, yogurt parfait, salad and deli lunch sandwiches. Additionally they sell various hot and cold drinks, organic JT coffee beans that they'll grind for you, salty and sweet snacks, California dates and roadrunner t-shirts. Prices are not cheap but comparable to other similar places and Starbucks. We appreciated the friendly staff. The breakfast sandwich was delicious, though it did take a bit to make.

Pretty great selection and prices honestly for a quick stock up before heading into the weeds. We…read moregot cookies, chips, hummus, and sandwiches which were cooked in a pretty good way and kombucha. My family really enjoyed the sandwiches and it was a great pick me up for an overall fun trip. The uglies chips are the item I would skip on the most as they were not as appetizing as the rest. The cookies were good however wish they had more flavors other than the two.

highly recommend not only did alicia make me the best matcha latte but the entire staff and…read moreenvironment was so nice and welcoming

We ended up going here before the big trek into the unknown of Joshua Tree national Park…read more Out of 1 million places to stop this was one of them. Wasn't sure if the Dez was referring to the desert and the many treasures associated with a hot, an empty desert, or if it was referring to desert. And my mind melted cheese is quite a dessert and I can appreciate it and eat it after a full meal. So we ended up with the grilled cheese sandwich, a hotdog a sausage, a quiche, some various drink drinks and a cookie. The flavors tickled my tongue. The workers tickled my emotions with too much help. Then I tickled myself after I ate because it was too good. Thank you. if you see me in the desert, don't approach me. I'm usually full. Full of emotions. Thank you

Pretty good sandwiches, I like the turkey bacon ranch. Others are good too. Prices aren't too too…read morebad

We love this location and grab lunch here frequently! The sandwiches are fresh and delicious .. and…read morethe service is efficient.

How has I never been here? Granted it doesn't have a lot of curb appeal and the inside isn't fancy…read more Order at the counter and they bring you your food. Sandwiches, salads, drinks. But, they know how to cook! The Vegan BLT and the Tuna Melt were near perfect (and I have had my fair share of both). Good bread, good mayo, good "bacon", flavorful tuna, good cheese, heirloom tomatoes.... Seriously, you will not find better, anywhere. So if driving through 29 Palms, do yourself a favor and grab a bite. Oh and the store next door has some hipster cute stuff, too. Enjoy!

The place is large and well decorated, with some nice art on the walls and plenty of seating. Has a…read moregreat vibe with friendly staff members. The drinks were ok, with competitive prices and ok taste. We got: Ube latte - nice and purple color but the flavor sadly wasn't super tasty:( they sweeten it with honey Cold brew - huge amount for the price of $5! Standard cold brew not bad

Nice lunch spot. A lot of tables and parking. It's a little hidden but it's behind the Applebees…read more They have a wide range of foods and serve lunch and breakfast all day! I got the breakfast burrito around 2pm and I have to say it was delicious. It feels very healthy. The burrito was wrapped in a spinach tortilla with bell peppers and eggs. I was impressed. Service was also great. They were quick and friendly. Great spot to just grab lunch if you're in the area and looking for something quick and healthy.

$38 for two sandwiches and two canned drinks. We tried the turkey avocado special and a sourdough…read morebreakfast sandwich. The turkey, while good, wasn't freshly carved, which took a little away from the "special" feel. And while the breakfast sando was light and all alone on the plate, the way the mayo fused the flavors together was delicious. But I do wish the beverage fridge had prices listed so I wasn't surprised at the register. The restaurant, while it's a bit tricky to find on the side of a building, inside is a modern space. It's spotless and very clean. The aesthetic is minimalist and if it were just you, it could feel a bit cold, if not for the steady buzz of activity behind the counter. There were three staff members who moved swiftly. As I watched I was impressed with their efficiency as the kept things running smoothly. When we entered an hour before closing, we made the mistake to sit and pause to look over the menu. It was a mistake because it seemed like the front door kept swinging open as wave after wave of hungry visitors poured in. My guess is these folks were all returning from Joshua Tree National Park. In fact, it felt like nearly everyone there had just come from the park. The business concept appears thoughtfully geared toward travelers, particularly those with a bit of disposable income and a discerning palate. Overall, this is a certified foodie stop: quality over quantity: taste over filling up.

I had heard amazing things about The Dez, so I stopped by this afternoon to try a flat white... it…read morewas so good. Also grabbed the lemon meringue pie and a hot chocolate lava cake and dang they were good. Such a great vibe in there, the staff were so friendly. I'll definitely be back!

The coffee shop was highly recommended by our Airbnb hosts with a gift card given for it as well!…read moreStopped by Sunday morning around 11am. It's located in a small plaza but parking was easy to find. First entering there r alot of food goodies sold including take away sides/meals. Looks crowded but no one ordering. There was an influx of people past 11am but the line moves so fast! I asked what was their most popular breakfast sandwich and the dyed red haired girl at the cash register said the turkey club sandwich. I dont like bacon so she suggested they remove that and sub avocado so i went with it! And also got the matcha hot with oatmilk. Partner ordered tuna melt and drip coffee. They give u a buzzer tho they ended up delivering it to our table. The cashier was really nice and entertained all my questions about the sandwiches and how they prepared their matcha. (It's not the matcha powder with the sugar already in it, whew! It tasted pretty ceremonial but not sure if it was- added one pack of sugar and sweetness was perfect for me. Just a tad grainy but overall very nice!) Sandwiches were delivered to where we were sitting after 10-15 mins or so. They are huge! And wow i dont normally order sandwiches these days bc i find the meats questionable and not pleasant to eat but this sandwich tasted so fresh. The meat and cheese.. the veggies.. the sourdough bread was cherry in top, nicely toasted with some butter or sauce. I took a half home and it was still tasted good a few hours later. I like how they add chips and the avocado on the side where i can dip the chips and put on my sandwich. My sandwich tasted so fresh with quality ingredients which im so happy about! My partner also enjoyed his tuna melt and coffee.. he said it was huge as each side of the tuna melt had a huge scoop of the tuna salad. Overall, the bustle and service/vibes of this cafe were so enjoyable and all the food so good! Recommend!

Got here late so missed out on breakfast (think it end around ~1:30) and had to wait around a half…read morean hour for a table by the door. Classic diner food options and was happy to see a healthier non salad option in the quinoa Buddha bowl. The tofu portion was generous for the total bowl price (~$13 vs ~10 without tofu). My main complaint was the wait for the food actually felt pretty long for a room temp buddha bowl and a sandwich with a small cup of soup.

Been a while since I left a review, but thought it worth my time to let you know to not waste your…read moretime here. Negatives: Probably the worst food experience I've had. Super dry chicken. Flavorless food. Left half of the El Paso wrap uneaten. Bone found in our chicken soup. And, to boot, had to wait 45 minutes. Positive: friendly entry and (when we saw them) wait staff. But, sadly, this doesn't outweigh the just awful food. Ambiance was fine, but nothing noteworthy.

This bakery, with its wonderful baker-owners, Julia and Ian, is probably the best thing to happen…read morein YV since we first moved up into Burns Canyon 17 years ago. The bread, pastries (sweet and savoury!), cookies, cake (carrot!) and then also their amazing sandwiches, well, it is all to die for. During my 40+ minute drive down from the canyon I am thinking the whole time, 'What should I get today?' And so looking forward to eating it. About the sourdough bread (everything here is sourdough of course)... I have been baking sourdough bread, using the same starter, for the last 16 years (along with waffles and pancakes and biscuits) -- inspired by what I first found at San Francisco's Tartine and soon after at Luna -- and Luna's bread continues to inspire me (I wish I could bake it so perfectly every time). If you are in YV, Joshua Tree, Pioneertown (on your way to and from Pappy and Harriet's maybe?) and vicinity, do not miss the opportunity to visit Luna Sourdough Bakery.

A very cute place. This was on our list during our Joshua Tree weekend, and stopped by on our way…read moreback to LA. We got the smoked salmon sandwich and the brie and jam on a sourdough roll. Ok. I can't believe I'm gonna say this (because who complains about too much food), but. There was way too much brie. Like, it was a whole brick o' brie in it. Just...too much. I think it would have been perfect with like, half of it. Again, I can't believe I'm complaining about generosity, but there you have it. Hey Luna, trying to save y'all some resources (or something). Otherwise, things were delicious, as expected. Their water container, which I guess has an intricate filtration system, takes a LONG time to filter water after it's filled. We parked on the street, as the parking lot was very small, but there is plenty of street parking. Bathroom is singular, single-stalled, and not gendered.

Stopped in for the first time today after craving pizza all week and I'm so glad I did. I'd heard…read morethey offer vegan cheese, so I had to check it out. The pizza absolutely delivered and totally satisfied the craving. Cassie was super cool and made the whole experience even better. I love the creative names of the pizzas and the overall theme of the restaurant, such a fun vibe. They even had a great hazy IPA for me to enjoy while I waited. Black olives are my all time favorite topping, and I was stoked they use whole olives instead of slices, such a small detail but it makes a difference. Hands down the best pizza in the desert. I'll definitely be back!

We ordered bread balls, which come with a dip (olive oil, garlic, and parsley). These were…read moreexcellent, with the bread balls slightly crisp on the outside, and a fantastic combo when dipping into the olive oil dip, which has a generous portion. Excellent. We also ordered a large ZAA For My Valentine pizza, which has pesto sauce, Roma tomatoes, rosemary chicken, basil, and feta. It is a good pizza, although I found the crust to be a little thin and soggy. But the ingredients are good quality, and overall, the pizza has a good taste. So I'd say good, not great. They have a brick oven, and usually, that means everything's gonna be alright. I should mention that the people who work there are really nice and attentive and seem super cool. And the restaurant is covered with cool rock posters (groups, guitars, etc.). They even have The Melvins poster from their show at Pappy & Harriet's in 2025. And the names for many of the pizzas are inspired. The Hungry Rollins Band? Guns 'N' Roasted? What Zaambie? Broccoli Crue? Avenged SevenToppings? Let's goooooooooooooo!!! We have not tried the pasta yet, but that is forthcoming. The pizza takes a while to come. That has been the case twice now. It's not an unreasonably long period of time. They're making it fresh for you. But you should know that this ain't a fast food place.

Yucca Valley Outpost is a haven for the wild and free, attracting all sorts of adventurous souls…read moreseeking an escape from the mundanity of everyday life. The landscape around it is a hypnotizing blend of desert, mountains, high plains...with towering cacti and rocky terrain that seem to go on forever. It's the perfect setting for those seeking thrills and a taste of the unconventional. As I wandered around the restaurant, inside and outside, I couldn't help but notice the eclectic mix of people who gather here. There were the hardcore adrenaline junkies, decked out in full gear and ready to conquer the next climbing expedition in Joshua Tree. Then you have the nature lovers, clad in earthy tones who seem at peace with themselves and the world (OMMmmmmmmmmmmm.....) and then you have the free spirits (ME ME ME ! hahahaaa) with the interesting hair and carefree attitudes. Overall, Yucca Valley Outpost is a fantastic Food and People Watching destination for anyone looking to break free from the constraints of modern society and experience the world on the "other side"... and before I forget... the food is delicious !

STOP OMG such a cute spot with great service and food!!! while waiting in line someone recommended…read morei have the 50/50 wrap. and the dirty coco rosie sounded good so i ordered both (added avo to the wrap) and they're AMAZING. it's my first time in joshua tree and this is the best start to my trip i couldve asked for. it's always such a pleasant surprise finding good vegan eats during travel. also there's a view of "kickapoo tr" nearby lol