If you're on budget and who isn't, I recommend giving yourself a pep talk on shopping self control…read morebefore stepping into the Harris Ranch County Store. I needed too. There are just so many things that I wanted but not necessarily need. Ya know the deal. Anyways, the shop sold kitchen items, plates, jewelry, handbags, fashion accessories, and local made wine, jellies, jams, honey, snacks...and so much more. My weakness is the bakery and chocolate counter. Ohhh the homemade artisan chocolates are sooo delicious. Sitting so pretty behind the glass counter. However watch out, the $$ can add up since the price is based on poundage. And I luv the bakery items. Get here early, they sell out of the bakery items pretty quick. My fave is the gluten free pecan cookie. It has a maple syrup, pecan flavor. Darn tasting for being gluten free. Mmm. Plus there is a meat counter. Lots of different cuts of that famous Harris Ranch beef in prepackaged vacuum sealed bags. If you don't have a cooler bag. No worries, you can purchase one. For cheaper eats and snacks, your best bet is the HR gas station shop. They carry gas station typical snacks and drinks along with the Harris Ranch BBQ express.

Whyyyy did I not take any pictures? The Harris Ranch Country Store is an absolute gem! I honestly…read morewas blown away not only by the cute old town vibes, but also by the selection. You can purchase everything from fresh cuts of meat, to baked goods, cowhides, bibles and more. There are toys, snacks, drinks, even viral online candy. They thought of something for everyone. The blueberry danish is a pure dream. Their cookies are pretty fantastic too! And I must mention the service...A+. The two employees were absolutely fantastic. They helped me pick out the best baked goods and answered questions I had about the property. Thanks for a great experience!

Very mixed feelings…read more Objectively, a great place. Plenty of parking, lots of space inside (although no indoor dining when I went), and a huge variety in foods. One the best things about this place is that there isn't many like it around the area - talking a 1 hour driving radius. Subjectively, it's not a place I would visit frequently. I ordered a sandwich and a boba here. The sandwich was very similar to a limited Subway 6-inch, but it cost the same as a foot-long. I would also prefer the Subway quality over the sandwich quality here. The drink was better. The boba was well cooked, so it was chewy and warm. However, the liquid was too sweet. Way too much artificial sweetener for a taro drink. They also topped that off with whipped cream. If I had to get a drink again, I'd probably try a different flavor without the whipped cream.

VERY BARKY BRISKET!…read more I've been coming here for years, since life has me driving up and down I-5. Brisket is the stuff of dreams--has everything I crave, a very peppery, smoky bark, and smoke ring. Meat is always juicy. Also good value for money because 4 oz brisket is just $8.95! Their chicken sandwich is also good, but chicken unlike brisket dries out quicker. So the chicken quality depends heavily on how recently it was taken out of the smoker. But overall very solid smoked-chicken sandwich. This place will have me coming back, as long as i keep driving I-5.

Tri-tip and brisket were delicious. Juicy, seasoned, meaty. Skip the mac & cheese, it's basically…read moreKraft with paprika lmao. I liked the mash & gravy, but I would probably separate them next time...or just skip the gravy cuz the mash itself was good. But all in all, I would come back next time I'm passing through. Removed a star for service. Answering questions was such an inconvenience to the meat carving dude, sorry I don't memorize how a half pound of meat looks like asshole lmao. The cashier girl forgot to give me sauce, so when I came back to ask for sauce, she gave me attitude like I was at fault. Is it just that Gen-Z lacks social skills?

This Save Mart grocery store is not unlike most of the Save Mart grocery stores in that they have…read moreincredibly friendly, helpful staff. Everyone smiles and anything you are looking for most of the staff can lead you right to it or will find someone who can. This speaks greatly to their culture. I'm assuming that the administrative team set up an expectation of service excellence and will have nothing less. I don't know if the are rewarded with better pay or conditions than any other grocery employee, however the genuinely look as if they love their job. Now to the less that great side of things, their selection leaves one wanting. They have just the basic produce, onions, carrots, potatoes, and the like. Their organic selection leaves a lot to be desired as well. Their prices would make you think that they are very proud of their product. They truly are the only game in town, which is why they can command a bit more along with their amazing staff. They are probably a solid 3, but get a 4 for their dedication to customer service.

I found myself in Coalinga, CA, and in search of a grocery store. We happen upon this Save Mart…read more As we walked into the grocery store, we didn't see any shopping carts. There were none by the front door, neither indoor nor outdoor. We asked a staff person and they said they're next to the front door. Nope. We even left the store to go back to the parking lot to try to find one. None in sight. But we still need groceries so back into the shop we went. I walked about the majority of the shop since my shopping list items ran the gamut of deli items, produce, drinks, snacks, baked items and toiletries. So as I walked about, I took notice of the number of customers with and without carts; there were not a particularly significant number of folks with carts. So what's up with the shopping cart shortage?! Possible bulk cart thievery? Who knows. But I do know it sure made it difficult to buy a multipack of bottled water and other items. The store was clean and organized. But by golly they need to get more shopping carts.

Delicious good Mexican bread. Respectful and outstanding customer service. Offer cakes, and a wide…read morevariety of Mexican bread, bolillo. Also bought some coffee and made our experience really delightful even though we were just passing through the town. If we ever are in the area we would definitely stop again!

Absolutely recommend! I live in nearby town and every chance we get to drive through Huron we make…read morea stop and pick up some bread. The staff is friendly and the place is always very clean. The bread is always freshly baked and delicious.

Just a 10 minute detour into this little farm town, and you will enjoy a cheap but authentic…read moreMexican lunch for less than $10 for 2 people. I had 2 sopes; I asked for them "solo frijoles y vegetales," and it was enough for me. They can also make you a vegetarian burrito. The green and red salsas were great. My husband had the torta de barbacoa-- spicy BBQ beef and jalapeño on a roll. He said it was quite tasty. Special note to those who are worried about the proximity of Avenal State Prison: no, the town of Avenal doesn't look like a "prison town," whatever that's supposed to look like. Not scary at all. No gangsters, guards, or characters out of "Orange is the New Black." Just relax and enjoy your tortas and tacos.

Support local business! Yes, you may feel apprehensive but trust me El Vecino is a hidden gem and…read moreit's food speaks for itself in the best way! My family of 5 tried several menu items which included: chicken flautas, chicken tacos, chicken flautas plate, shrimp tostadas, chicken burrito and asada sopes plate. All menu items were a 10, fast, fresh and flavorful. Believe the reviews and go eat people