I had a great time, but what really made the experience stand out was our waitress, Genna…read more The place itself was fun, lively and great food but Genna genuinely elevated the whole vibe. She was warm, attentive, and had that rare balance of being friendly without feeling forced. A great smile, easy conversation, and solid service go a long way... and she nailed all of it. I'm a big believer that the people make the place, and she absolutely did. Genuine experiences like that are what make you want to come back.

Absolutely delicious food, amazing beers and the best service ever in the desert. I was there for…read moremy bday wk and discovered them 10 days ago, sadly at the end of our trip but we loved it so much and had so much fun we went back 2 nights in a row! I highly recommend Ruben, John and Nate, best beertenders ever, so fun patient and educational! Cannot wait to go back!! Only bad thing is you cannot buy the tshirts that the staff are wearing sadly, so fun!!! Hint hint management Also, Amanda at the Speakeasy was ao kind and educated us as well! Cant wait to go back there too!! We wish we lived closer

Great staff that were friendly and helpful! Nice atmosphere. We would recommend this place for…read moredrinks or food.

this place is awesome! our family of 3 make it a point to come every two weeks! we always get the…read moreasada fries and fire roasted wings - so good. were always helped by a guy who is super nice and always remembers us, which is nice as a customer. they offer both inside and outside seating.

Great place to have a bite after hitting the slots!…read more We tried the Torta cubana and chicken quesadilla. Both were very delicious and filling. Great portions and the fries were good. They also have this amazing chocolate cake with ice cream. Highly recommend getting the chocolate cake! Service was good and everyone was very polite. The place is very big and lively, since you can see all the machines while you're eating. 8/10, chocolate cake was the best!

We were hungry after a comedy show. This restaurant is right down the hall from the showroom area…read more It wasn't busy yet and we were starving. We were seated right away. I ordered the mushroom burger and my daughter had the bbq burger. We both had them medium rare and fries no salt. The burgers were both dry. Mine was really dry. The fries cold and stale. We love fries and this time did not even finish them. We ordered the brownie but were served chocolate cake. We thought it was a different kind of brownie until we got the receipt. Yup it was cake. The cake was good with ice cream. Karlee was our server and she was great! Very attentive and friendly. It was a busy night so maybe this was the reason we didn't have a grade A experience.

Exceptional service and tasty food . Burgers and quesadillas and sandwiches all were great. Will…read morebe stopping here again

We I've been wanting to try this place for a while. I just cannot say enough about the exceptional…read morecustomer service we received. From the moment we walked in it was great experience the servers were all great!. Ambience is awesome, chill atmosphere and the smell is delicious in there! We got the game day special, 2 burgers, your choice, fries, and 2 pints of beer for 32$ my burger was cooked to perfection It was very thick and flavorful, my husband had the Texas burger, and it was so good! Food does take time to come out, but it is very worth the wait! Hands down BEST BURGERS in the valley and that is a strong statement coming from me lol Can't wait to to come back again! We left feeling lovely iykyk!

Excellent beer, clean, service was excellent…read moreXxxxxxxxxxxccxxxxxxcxxxxxx Nothing more We will go back and bring our friends.

Chris is one of the owners and was very convivial and and conversational. When you walk in, it…read moresmells of "new," which it is. Not sure how long it has been open, but there is already a following. TVs were tuned to the Winter Olympics and several folks were there to watch. There are a couple dozen draft options as well as michelada and chavela options. Food was being provided by a local taco caterer. The store has something different from an entertainment perspective every night but Monday when it is closed. I had a very nice BBA stout. They had some Valentines Day gifts of cupcakes or chocolate-dipped strawberries, etc.

Criminally expensive but vast, well curated array, and the only place in the festival to avoid…read moreHeineken.

Coachella is the zombie apocalypse with a killer soundtrack. Because of the dangerous interaction…read morebetween illicit drugs and heat exhaustion, the attendees appear ghoulish as they kick and claw towards the stage in an impermeable surge. You don't want to live near the first row during a fan frenzy. It's a high risk // high reward world to existent in, but when the dust settles and you're seeking sanctuary the Coachella Craft Beer Barn is a literal oasis in a desert. The festival is mostly a cash-based society, but CCBB is one of the few areas that accept credit cards. Under the comfort of a tent you can barter for drafts from established breweries like Stone, Victory and The Bruery. Also present are sudsy start-ups like Coronado, Faction and La Quinta and their beer flows like blood in a Motorhead mosh-pit. There are some truly rare and exceptional selections, but enjoying a tequila-barrel aged ale or imperial pilsner comes at a cost. The more you drink, the more you miss. First, it's an exhausting 5-15 minute walk in 90+ degree weather from any of the stages. Not a big deal once or twice but over 36 hours it adds up. Second, bands perform in quick succession so you'll have to choose whether you really want a craft beer or see live music. Third, because it's open to all-ages, the promoters quarantine drinkers whom cannot leave with intoxicants. The rules are enforced to protect minors, but I'd like to enjoy a crafty beer while listening to bands...crazy I know. Find another way...like secluding the kids, they're the minority. It's pretty much a wasteland outside the Barn's city limits; low quality carnival foods, soft drinks and merchandise. Inside you'll find luxuries you took for granted in your pre-Coachella world like seating, freshly prepared meals and restrooms rather than port-a-potties. If there's a gap in your schedule rest your weary bones here, trust me you don't want to be anywhere else.

Great location right in front of the entrance to Joshua Tree National Forest main office and on the…read moremain street through 29 Palms. Delicious beer. Great vibes with the TVs and indoor outdoor seating. Good friendly service. Enjoyed the hot dog and beans. Not cheap but very good. I like the taster cups they offer for $2.50! USMC town USA!

Good portobello sandwich. This is my third visit. I get the sandwich each visit…read more Today we shared potato salad. Not like any potato salad I've had before. Is it a German potato salad? Menu didn't say. Anyway it was bland, though it has a sauce. A pinch of salt would have benefited the side. Didn't enjoy. Had a taster of the red. Perfect size for me. Innocuous red.

New location, same amazing BBQ. Babes absolutely delivered, everything we ordered was incredible,…read moreand we left completely stuffed (no regrets). The meat was fall-apart tender and packed with flavor... easily some of the best BBQ I've ever had. The new space feels more modern than the original, but I loved that they kept the iconic pig details--it still feels like Babes, just refreshed. Service was also top-notch and made the whole experience even better. We'll definitely be back for more.

First time at Babe's and will most definitely be back! This…read moreplace is absolutely delicious. Their Brisket Sandwich was HUGE and so flavorful. Their Mac and Cheese was beyond addicting and I will forever be craving it. Their coconut sorbet was a great treat after the meal! Mark, our server, went above and beyond and was a pleasure to be around. He was so funny and ensured our meal was great. Babe's has great seating options (indoor and outdoor), a large bar, and is perfect for lunch or dinner!!

5/5 Would Let Cameron Ruin My Diet Again Listen up, desert…read morerats and accidental Salton Sea tourists: if you're cruising past that apocalyptic inland ocean and your stomach starts growling louder than your regrets, you NEED to slam on the brakes at the Ski Inn. Why? Two words: Cameron. And her curves. Sweet baby Jesus on a jet ski, this woman floats behind the bar like a mirage you actually get to touch (the drinks, people, touch the drinks). She's serving looks so dangerous I forgot how to blink. Hips that could cause a 20-car pileup on the 86. I ordered a beer and accidentally proposed. She just laughed, poured me another, and said "Honey, slow down, the burgers aren't going anywhere." Ma'am, neither am I. Speaking of the burgers... these world-famous bad boys are so juicy they should come with a towel and a safe word. I'm pretty sure they're 50% beef, 50% black magic, and 100% the reason I now need new pants. One bite and I saw God. He was wearing a Ski Inn t-shirt and nodding approvingly at Cameron's... service skills. Pro tip: sit at the bar so Cameron can lean over to take your order and you can die happy right there between the peanut shells and your own drool. 10/10. The burgers are life-changing. Cameron is a national treasure. My cholesterol is crying but my soul is full. Ski Inn: Come for the greasy perfection, stay because Cameron smiled at you and now you live here.

WOW! What an amazing place. I stopped by here for a quick drink before the sunset at Bombay beach…read more LOVED the concept, I had an amazing chat with the bartender and some of the locals. Although the kitchen closes at 7pm, they are open later and even have karaoke Friday nights which honestly sounded so fun. They do accept cards but I think they prefer cash!! Would definitely recommend stopping by for a meal or drink if you're around this area.

The service was amazing the food was great and the atmosphere was inviting. We had ceaser salad…read morebolognese and fried artichokes red wine.

4.5 I 'd the entrance, the speak ez vibe, cocktails & the…read morefoodAn intimate setting with great lighting & decor. The menu might be considered small however plenty of excellent choices for everyone's palate. We started with martinis Aviation gin for me & Ketel 1 for my hubs complete with bleu cheeses olives served tall & verrry cold. Our appetizer choice, the deep fried artichokes served with a creamy tasty aioli nicely presented however a bit over salted for our tastes, hence the 4.5 vs 5 stars. We came in to Italica wanting pasta the Bolognese with wild boar/fennel sausage arrived practically overflowing from the bowl, easily could have served 2 or possibly an appetizer to share at the table. My choice the Spaghetti Alio Olio presented bucatini pasta with bread crumbs & pecorino cheese ~ OOOOH MY, sooooo DELICIOUS my bowl was inhaled. Mid meal we ordered the prosciutto ~ fig jam flatbread just perfection the jam adding sweetness in every crunchy bite. To full from our appetizer & pasta we skipped dessert this trip but we'll be back!!!!!! as the drive to Indio from Palm Desert is maybe 30 min (+\~) easy & plentiful FREE PARKING be sure to look for the all stainless patchwork door for entry, once inside relax & enjoy the vibe.