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    Idle Spur Cafe

    4.8 (98 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Kim B.

    The ambiance is casual. This seems like the only place around. The menu has many tempting items. The beef selections looked great. Having just had a steak and planning dinner tonight for another I opted for a tuna melt. My tuna melt was really large. There was two to types of cheese, grilled onions and enough tuna for three generous sandwiches. Hubby had the grilled ham and cheese. He was able to get pepper jack cheese. The bread was perfectly toasted and there was lots of Black Forest ham. The waitress was friendly and quick. Thanks Kim for making us feel welcome and serving us with a smile. Strongly recommend Idle Spur. We will stop here again.

    Darla A.

    Hidden little gem tucked away off the freeway. Rustic western/cattleman decor in an unassuming building. We had been here for lunch and had nice meals before. Finally made it in for their Friday Basque dinner and oh boy what a treat. We hadn't made reservations and they were busy, but they were able to fit us in after a minor wait. Even short handed that night they treated everyone well and provided great service. Plates of delicious Basque set up: Amazing Soup and Beans with crusty bread. Salad, pickled tongue for me, crisp French fries and vegetables. My pork chops with garlic were outstanding and Hubby loved his steak. Both cooked perfectly to order. Everything paired so well with the Melodramatic red blend a new find for me. A date night experience to add to our rotation. Well worth the drive. Thank you Idle Spur

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    Todd G.

    STOP! You must read this review. To tell you the truth I didn't want to leave a review for this establishment simply because I wanted to keep the secret to myself. Judgement got the better of me so here we are. Imagine working on a ranch with horses & livestock since early in the morning. You are starving for a solid, hearty breakfast cooked to perfection with large portions. This is the place you have always looked for but have never found. Now you have! look no further! Driving up you will think you are 100% lost. You will enter an auction stockyard and you will think that this could not possibly be the place . . . But it is! The staff is super nice & welcomes you even if you are a first-timer. Trust me. The local cowboys know this place well. The diner itself is small. It is almost like stepping back in time, a simpler time. It may be small and unassuming but it delivers a mighty breakfast. I had the kitchen sink omelette with hash-browns and a biscuit & gravy. My wife had the steak fajita omelette with home fries. Amazing breakfast! Don't believe me - check out my pics. Thank you Idle Spur for your hospitality, service, and amazing food! We will return!

    Aileen E.

    The food was delicious, service is great and the perfect meet up with my husband who's a truck driver. He had a delivery and decided to meet up there, driving in you'll think you're lost but just go a little further in and you'll see it.

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    Helen B.

    Cafe is wonderful with a good cook and excellent personal service. Delightful. Exceeds expectation. Clean, homey. A central gathering spot for locals. Hospitable to 'outsiders' .. but not so much the two working in the back office not associated with the restaurant, but part of the livestock auction office. One heavy set young one was stuffing her face with a large breakfast platter, and the other was an old bitty who asked icily ' Can I help you '. No. I was back here using the restroom and saw the live auction and thought I'd take a few pictures. Sheesh.

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    David T.

    I just love coming here. The meat is great and fresh. Cooked according to how I want it and I'm here for the ribeye and a glass of wine. The menu is uncomplicated. You have to get here before 2 because by then they are closed. Great stop when you're in 99.

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    Leo M.

    Great breakfast spot! Food is SUPER yummy. WAY BETTER than your typical fast food drive-thru spots!

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    Dicky M.

    Little small diner on the side of the highway with food quality like this is definitely a hidden gem. Good service with that small town diner vibe, the ribeye was so good along with the rest of the set up, not anyone in our party not like their entree. Definitely coming back to try out the rest of the menu.

    Top Sirloin Steak and Eggs
    Chavez D.

    A hidden gem! Delicious, high quality food! Located at a cattle stockyard off of the 99 freeway and the 46, about 15 minutes north of Bakersfield. This restaurant has the best steak and eggs in all of California's Central Valley! They cut their own meat! Take your pick. New York Steak, Ribeye, or Top Sirloin. They have steak nights every Friday. I also like their Stockman Burger. They only use high quality ingredients. The Idle Spur Cafe is a mom and pop restaurant with incredible service.

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    3 months ago

    Food was great and the service was great! I was very surprised due to the location and building. It's a must try!

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    Food is great, service is perfect a real nice authentic western cafe. Definitely worth the stop and can't wait to be back.

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    A hidden gem at the 46 and 99. Breakfast was amazing. A small western themed cafe. Highly recommend

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    2 years ago

    Best sausage I've ever had in my life!! The French Toast was amazing along with their omelettes and steak and eggs.

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    1 year ago

    Good service and food. I had the tuna salad sandwich and my husband had the tri-tip melt both were great. I highly recommend.

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    2 years ago

    This place was surprised you the ribeye is excellent. I wish they were closer and open longer, but it's worth a trip.

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    2 years ago

    Food was awesome very nice staff. We didn't have reservations and they fit us in and served us with a smile!

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    Good food good wait staff , but only one cook so u will have to wait for your food but it's always cooked right and taste good

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    2 years ago

    Great food, great service, I just wish I lived closer but I really don't mind the drive as I know what I'm in for.

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    A very good place to eat..serve is rather quick and food is great service is admirable

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    5 years ago

    Probably one of the best steaks I've ever had. The Basque dinner is well worth it, but make a reservation! Can't wait to go back!

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