What a wonderful experience visiting this family owned sausage factory!…read moreWe stopped by on new year day and they were opened. The family is super nice, and we were greeted with warmth and hospitality. The location were slightly hidden so you just have to trust the GPS They were making sausages when we arrived, it's amazing to watch them work and also show us the process. We also got a taste of their elk sausage!! Thank you for sharing your craft and we hope to make it back one day.

My former colleague and I stopped into this place on the way home from Salinas. The small family…read moreowned business produces a lot of great selections of sausages and meats. We filled our ice chest with about 7-10lbs for the long trip and could not wait to cook up these delicious links.

Another stop along I-5 at this farm store on Nov 4th to buy delicious sweet organic melons. The…read morespaghetti squash made a wonderful vegetable side dish. The pie pumpkin & butternut squash will be used in a hearty vegetarian chili recipe.

Such a pleasant surprise find along the I-5 while passing through! The sample of the Orange…read moreWatermelon had me wanting to purchase all of them! So hard to find flavorful melons in stores-- these are the best! Love supporting non-commercial small farms. Make the stop, it's worth it!

The farm in Salinas makes savory pot pies on Tuesdays! I ordered the chicken and bacon pot pie last…read moreweek to guarantee one, but they said they make some extra ones for same-day pickup. $32.95 for all pies, which I think is a great deal! They do fruit pies on Fridays! And great customer service!! ‍

Drove 20 minutes to purchase farm-fresh produce…read more Three out of three ears of corn were beyond rotten. Lesson learned.

I'd just lost a family member and my boyfriend brought me here a few days after. It was such a…read morewonderful experience interacting with the animals and I even got to hold a baby bunny. This farm even had trampolines and a swing set which brought out my inner child. I loved how we could really take our time and just hang out. The owner was so kind and you can tell they truly love the animals and treat them well. Thank you so much for healing a little piece of my soul!

This place restored my energy and gave me immense gratitude. I took a day off last Friday because I…read moremaxed out on accruing PTO. I have been short-staffed, so I wasn't able to take time off but w/ my team slowly getting back one by one, I knew I needed some time w/ myself doing what brings me the most joy. Growing up we had dogs and cats. Now I have 8 cats and I feed a small stray population (all fixed) in me neighborhood. But the more I work inside the semiconductor industry, the more I want to get away from the noise, the people, and be w/ the animals. When animals are hungry, they eat. When animals are tired, they sleep. When there are conflicts, they fight. They have no hidden agenda. They will love you unconditionally no matter what you bring to the table. Booking the reservation was easy. You pay half of it first to secure the timeslot. At the time of your reservation, you will be asked to pay the remaining balance. Paying cash will give you 10% off. You can bring children and even your dogs! They have a small area for kids to play. You can bring fruits/vegetables or purchase food for $10. All of their animals (cows, chickens, alpacas, goats, rabbits, and dogs) are secured. You can feed them, take selfies w/ them, and pet them but you cannot be inside the enclosures. The cats are healthy and friendly, they roam the property. There wasn't a single area I saw that wasn't maintained. Every animal and every enclosure were clean and well taken care of. Jasmine and Andrew were personable, friendly, and you can see how much love and patience they radiate. I cannot wait to head back. This time I will bring Gavin. From that day on, I decided to stop consuming lamb, goat, and a day after turkey. i am not trying to be vegan or a vegetarian but I wanted to reduce my carbon footprint what w/ all the AI data centers and the artic no longer being protected, I just feel it's my duty to do my part in helping preserve this planet not just for my kids, but for all living beings on this planet - mainly the animals.

One of the best rest stops on I-5. It has food , close to gas, plenty of parking. In hot days I…read morelike to get some ice cream. As with most places off the freeway,it's expensive to buy anything. The best part is the bathrooms are always clean and have paper. At least in my experience.

This place is a hidden gem. It's a good rest stop if you're passing though. A lot of random things…read moreto choose from for kids and adults. This place is clean, has an ice cream parlor and a restaurant. With plenty of seating and outdoor space for everyone to stretch their legs. The ribeye sandwich was ok. Cooked too well done for me and it lacked seasoning. The bbq sauce was on the tangy side and I will say it's not for everyone, but I liked the side of parm zucchini fries. It's enough for 3-4 people to share. The service was great and I would give their restroom a score of 6 out of 10. There was some spider webs they need to clean up.

We camped out on the property and had a wonderful experience. The ground was great for pitching…read moretents, and there is a nice communal kitchen and campfire. FYI... no showers, and there are portapotties. But the camping on the ranch is limited to a small number, so it was quiet and peaceful. The ranch is only 15 minutes from the West Entrance to the National Park. We did several long hikes and covered many different trails. If you are going to Pinnacles there are showers and restrooms there that you can use. Our kids also got the experience of feeding all the animals and a great horseback riding lesson. Tim and Michelle were wonderful. We would recommend them and the ranch to everyone.

We got a large group of friends and their families together and spent a weekend at the Bar SZ…read moreRanch- everyone, adults and kids alike had the most amazing time meeting the animals, swimming in the Ranch House pool, and being out in nature. People are still raving about it months later. Hospitality was outstanding, the Borland family is something else and obviously LOVE what they do and are passionate about teaching and inspiring others. The sunset and stargazing from the Ranch House lawn was EPIC. It is a 10-15 min drive to Pinnacles National Park so many families used the ranch as a base to get to the park early and beat the crowds! We didn't feel like cooking for our group so we had Thyme Catering a local farm to table catering business make dinner for us one night- they catered to folks that were gluten-free, allergic, and were so attentive and most of all delicious! We were provided with a booking link for archery, BB gun lessons, and horseback riding lessons so families could book on their own. The horses were fantastic and well cared for! Also free experiences included helping with animal feeding (There are goats, chickens, a donkey, you name it!), and we got to meet a baby mustang they rescued which was more well behaved than our kids. :) We hired their well-spoken daughter Maddi to teach us a country line dancing lesson and it was a blast!! THANK YOU for providing a unique seriously unforgettable country experience!! It was just 1.5-2 hrs drive from the Bay Area but we felt like we were in another state and another time. We will be back again!

Mixed Results: Elite Runners and Geese, but Caution on Black Muscovy Line…read more​I am a long-time homesteader in West Texas, and I've had a wide range of experiences with Metzer Farms over the last year. While their customer service is responsive, there is a clear divide in breed vitality and some significant website functionality issues. ​The Standouts (5/5): ​Runner Ducks & Geese: My Chocolate, Fawn & White, Blue, and Silver Runners are phenomenal. They arrived alert and are incredibly hardy foragers in a semi-arid climate. The French Toulouse and White Chinese goslings are the "bosses" of the flock--robust, fast-growing, and resilient to shipping stress. ​General Thrivers: I've had 100% success with their Khaki Campbell, Welsh Harlequin, Buff, Silver Appleyard, and Mallard lines. All are healthy with steady growth curves. ​The Concerns (1-2/5): ​Black Muscovy Line: I have had a 100% mortality rate with this specific line over two orders. Most recently, a replacement female developed neurological distress and seizures at 2 weeks old despite strict nutritional protocols (VitaMetz and niacin/yeast). A previous male also died prematurely. There appears to be a significant vitality issue or shipping sensitivity specific to the Black Muscovy line that isn't present in their other ducks. ​Cayuga Vitality: I experienced a "failure to thrive" case with a Cayuga that developed acute wry neck within the first week. ​Note on Website: I've attempted to leave these as individual product reviews for a week, but the website's submission and contact forms consistently hang and fail to send. ​Summary: If you stick to their Runners, Geese, or standard Mallard-derived ducks, the quality is world-class. However, I would be very cautious with the Black Muscovy line if you are in a challenging climate.

Second time ordering from Metzer farms. There was a slight mix up. I contacted their customer…read moreservice and was treated incredibly well! Ms Ashley is truly a wonderful human being! Thank you for taking care of us as our family will be Metzer customers for life!

Great barn/farm/orchard setting! The sandwiches were excellent but of course the real star was the…read moreapple pie! Huge slices too, as the apple pie is about twice the height of the other ones. There was simultaneously always a lineup (at 2:30min the afternoon), and yet people were never waiting long. The hot apple cider, and fresh apple cider, are amazing as well.

I really wanted to get my sister an apricot pie, but they didn't have a whole one, only a couple of…read moreslices, so I ended up with a "Very Berry". All the pies looked good, but I won't know how it tastes since it's not for me. My friends ordered slices and they seemed a bit small; the cost per slice is more than for a quarter of a whole pie, but the size seemed much smaller. I guess it pays to buy the whole pie! Very popular shop. There was a line when we arrived and a line when we left. The pie shop is next door to the store where they sold apples and fresh apple juice. There were cups of apple juice in the fridge that you could help yourself to as samples; very refreshing and delicious. The store also sold lots of kitchen knickknacks and some toys and fun things. Made for a great stop.

This place is incredible and SO MUCH more than a feed store. My family and I recently visited and…read morewe could have stayed all day! Highlights: - Cute trains for the kids to sit in - Delicious coffee, lattes, and pastries - A very cute store with tempting jewelry, clothes, and so much more - A big kids' play space with small red wagons, giant pop-a-shot, a football throwing game and more - A gigantic sand castle display out front - The cutest rubber ducks for sale that can be used for rubber duck races in the special duck setup - Delicious lunch foods for the whole family including sandwiches, salads, and chips - Chickens, ducks, bunnies, and a giant tortoise to visit - Clean nice bathrooms We can't wait to come back to check out Bingo night, line-dancing night, and other special events! I'm so happy we discovered this spot and only wish we'd discovered it sooner!

We came here for their line dancing and it was intense! OMG, such a cute place overall, so hidden…read moreand such a good secret! The animals and the set up outside, the beers at the bar, the band, just everything was soo fun! We danced, laughed and had a great time here!

Great selection of fruit and vegetables. Fresh baked bread daily. Organic vegetables, fresh dairy…read more Pies. Ice cream.

Love Windmill! The…read morebest fresh fruit - Joe even lets you try it first. He's so generous with my kids! The best fresh guacamole and mango salsa made daily in house. Fresh fish every Friday - Love the halibut. Great takeaway sandwiches when you need a quick lunch. Always some new gems to find here. From desserts to fresh breads (ad astra, Otto's) and great lasagna and pizza. And always the friendliest service! One of my favorite local businesses.