Lola's Kitchen

4.5 (1.3k reviews)

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Megan T.

If you're passing by Barstow, this is a great spot for Mexican food. The staff is so friendly, and food comes out pretty quick. The chicken enchiladas with salsa verde were so good and definitely worth the hype. They only serve the mole on thursdays, but they might have leftovers if you ask. Great genuine Mexican food that hit the spot

Good taste local place . We were looking for a comet this morning and no luck but a good breakfast with local patron who were friendly. Lola's has that homey Ohana vibe.. Thank ypu for sharing your family cuisine.

Service was excellent and the food was good! Lots of choices, it was hard to pick just one. It's tucked away in the corner of the center, so look harder if you don't see it right away.

Bryan S.

Whether you're en route to Las Vegas or on your way home from it. Stop enjoy a plate of authentic Mexican Food. The customer service is great. It is a small hole in the wall but those are the best spots to enter. The area is nice and clean. Restrooms are available and there is plenty of parking.

Crista G.

While traveling home from Vegas we wanted a breakfast burrito. I looked on yelp and found great reviews for this restaurant. I called ahead and ordered and they had the burritos hot and ready for us. They tasted great and were reasonably priced. The restaurant was clean and the staff was very friendly. My only complaint was that after using their restroom, which was really clean, I went to wash my hands and the water did not work. My husband said the men's restroom was the same. Luckily I had hand sanitizer clothes in my purse still from Las Vegas.

Raja S.

A bit out of the way from highway. But quite authentic. Their California burrito and the Nacho plate were awesome. The nachos were really fresh and guac was awesome on it. A small place and can get crowded quickly. Fast service. But not very organized. Don't expect that they come to ask for water. Also, I wish two or three hot or mild sauces. They had only one sauce: it was hot and it was okay: not very flavorful.

Alexa M.

This was my second time in to Lola's kitchen, and honestly the first time made such an impression on me that I had to scour Yelp and find the name of it, since I could not initially remember. This place in Barstow is such a gem, in a totally unassuming parking lot. The first visit we were on our way to Orange County and this second time we were in our way back to Vegas, and it was my first time bringing hubs along. We're both vegetarian, and honestly there's not much listed on the menu as being such but they don't cook their beans in lard here, they use water so that was the green light. I ordered myself three bean and cheese tostadas, he went with the vegetarian burrito, and we got a quesadilla and fries for our littles and some chips and salsa to all share. Since we had been in the car for just under 3 hours, it was time to stretch our legs so we opted to dine in. The seating area is not huge but they do have several tables to sit in, and a few booth seats. The interior is clean, and their bathrooms are as well. Now onto the star of the show, the food! Their beans are SO flavorful, the tostadas were made fresh and you can taste it. Their red salsa is AMAZING, garlicky and the way I prefer, not chunky but made smooth. Gosh, it is really so delicious and my husband agreed. He quickly ate 2/3's of his burrito and said he enjoyed it so much. We definitely have a new spot to stop at now when we're passing through Barstow.

I got the breakfast burrito with chorizo and ham! They do charge extra for extra meat but it was worth it had a ton of flavor.

Joshue S.

I got the breakfast burrito with chorizo and ham! They do charge extra for extra meat but it was worth it had a tong of flavor. This is the hidden gem for Barstow with great food. The red salsa was also tremendous and has a lot of flavor to give to the burrito.

Matt K.

Found this place from other yelp reviews. We were not disappointed with the chorizo breakfast burrito. Very clean, amazing Staff and the food was excellent.

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David S.

9 years ago

Finest Mexican cooking ever. I am from Los Angeles and should know. Tiny spot in strip mall. Wonderful staff. Alert service. Very simple Didn't see any alcohol. Menu simple but something for everyone. Highly recommend Huevos Rancheros:. Thinnest corn tortillas, complex salsa Verde (not too spicy), best rice I ever had, not sticky. Don't be turned off by size. Sometimes simplicity is best. Just walk up to counter and order or ask for suggestions. I can't imagine you will be disappointed; just sorry you live so far away. (Easy on/off I 15) read more

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Amanda T.

8 years ago

Totally worthy a 4.5! Salsa was a tad bit too hot for this white girl. Would have liked more consistency as well. However, the Puerto Rican tacos are to die for. read more

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Kris S.

11 years ago

Very good Mexican food. Located in a somewhat-sketchy part of town, in a little strip mall. Not too out of character for Barstow. Closed on Sundays! read more

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Sharon M.

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Beautiful environment Hubby had eggs ala Mexicana All the fixings. Well prepared and served with a sweet smile I had an English muffin egg sandwich. We would deff read more

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Jack T.

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6 years ago

we were on our way to Arizona and wanted something quick early in the morning and this place popped up on Yelp and I could not be happier the lady was so friendly and made us our food all cooked to order and everything tasted homemade read more

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Chloe U.

5 years ago

Literally my favorite place in Barstow, portions are great for what you pay. The salsa is amazing! Staff is so friendly and nice always

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Padron C.

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6 years ago

I stopped by this morning while traveling. The restaurant is small and located in a strip mall. The restaurant was clean and a very polite lady was working. I ordered a chorizo breakfast burrito to go. The burrito was good size, well assembled and tightly wrapped. The burrito came wit hot sauce on the side which was very tasty. One of the best breakfasts burritos that I have ever had. I would love to try their lunch and dinner. Bravo to Lola's Kitchen. read more

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Great food and nice owners. I know that Barstow businesses struggle. Lola's is a great place for fast, friendly service and even better Mexican food. read more

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T S.

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9 years ago

Number 13 was freaking bomb !!!! Tasted like my moms food , tugged at my heart a little bit. Its not a big sit down restraunt its a small place but my oh my its good. read more

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Jimmy S.

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10 years ago

What a nice find. Great authentic Mexican in Barstow. Who knew? Fast and home made. 3 minutes off the I-15. Oh, and they open at 4 am for the tweekers too. I'll be back! read more

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Kim A.

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8 years ago

Delicious food! Yelp rarely fails me. I loved the early hours and was passing through at 430am. I had the chilequiles and asada. SO GOOD! It was good enough that I had already planned to stop in on my return trip. I was on the road ans pre-ordered so that I could pick it up and eat in my car. I also picked up the brownie at the counter. :) I already look forward to my next roadtrip in this direction. read more

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Anastasia B.

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8 years ago

Best. Mexican. Food. Ever. There is no equal. Not even my Mexican friends' homemade stuff. Our new must-have pit-stop on the way to Vegas! Staff is very nice, too. read more

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David B.

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Tiny hole in the wall, off the beaten path, in a strip mall, but FANTASTIC Mexican food! Not much ambiance, and only a few tables. Super cheap too! Worth looking for! read more

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Sharan N.

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11 years ago

I was here just for their Bacon Quesadilla. Worth going here. Huge loads of Bacon you can ever imagine. Each bite of it was marvelous. Small place run by couple of ladies and go here just for the Bacon Quesadilla read more

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Deb M.

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10 years ago

Great little find! Prices were great. Staff friendly. Decor simple and nice. Pleasantly surprised at the washroom except no seat covers. They close early so we were lucky to get in before closing. The only bad is location as we were approached by pan handlers in the parking lot. read more

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Mary H.

7 years ago

THE BEST! I cannot say enough good things about how delicious the food is here. The tostadas are my favorite, and their verde sauce is amazing. Always sweet, always a good experience so far, and a regular visit for me. read more

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Yelper A.

6 years ago

Bypassed all the fast food places as we passed through Barstow, and glad we did. Nothing fancy, but good food, fast service and a smile from a hard working crew who care about their place. read more

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Amber K.

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9 years ago

This place was pretty good it tastes like very authentic Mexican food. They have a variety of main dishes, I got the chicken enchiladas with rice and beans which was pretty good but also I wouldn't say that it is anything special. The service was great and food came out pretty fast. It was around $10 for my plate. read more

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Rich B.

9 years ago

Broken down in Barstow and by far the best thing that happened to us was Lola's. We needed coffee and food (breakfast) and besides serving it all day, the selection, quantity and quality was remarkable. My recommendation is splurge for chilaquiles with eggs and steak. read more

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Farhana Y.

8 years ago

We stopped there on our way to LA from Vegas. Great food. My mom does not eat meat and she made her an Egg quesadilla off the menu.

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Tricia W.

8 years ago

Good food for the value, my husband had kearny Asada tacos and I had a torta. We ordered beef flaunta Thinking it would be an appetizer but it's one huge flaunta, End it was amazing read more

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Ralph Y.

17 years ago

I've been going to Lola's for over 11 years now, and I can tell you that Lola and Elena (twin sisters) get up in the wee hours every to prepare the ingredients. These ladies are just great and their food is really good home style cooking that is as real as it gets. And their prices are reasonable. read more

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Danny R.

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11 years ago

I don't know how we found this place but it has become tradition to stop here on the way to Vegas. I normally get the torta which is the best torta I ever had.. Even though I haven't had many. Recommended Note: there's a cool pawn shop next door and also a Vons in the same shopping center in case you forgot or didn't have time to bring stuff with you on your trip. read more

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Paula L.

9 years ago

Small little hole in the wall, with great decor and AMAZING FOOD! We had a little of everything and loved everything. Puerto Rican tacos were to die for! Can't wait until our next trip to Vegas so we can stop there again!! read more

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Theresa R.

7 years ago

I will never have anything bad to say. Bomb food. Prices are a littlle high....But it wont stop my visits. Just the frequency

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Kate P.

6 years ago

Great spot to stop when traveling!! Food was delicious. We got breakfast burritos. Service was very nice. Bathrooms clean

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Larissa S.

9 years ago

Had the most delicious Huevos a la Mexicana here while stopping through Barstow on a road trip! It's the cutest spot, filled with locals, has fun artwork and really friendly staff & chefs. Will definitely be back! read more

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Dwayne A.

9 years ago

Traveling through Barstow and needed lunch. Found Lola's on this site. You cannot go wrong here. I had Carne Asada burrito with side of rice and beans. It was huge and delicious. Beams were some of the best I've had. I'm from southern Arizona near the border of Mexico and these beans rivaled anything I've had there. Wife had Carne Asada tacos, and they were excellent as well. Iced tea was fresh and was excellent mixed with cucumber water. Restaurant is in small shopping center. Don't let looks of center or front entrance dissuade you. read more

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Carl P.

8 years ago

Not much to look at from the front. Warm, clean and inviting inside. Great salsa. I would absolutely include this as a pitstop while driving through town. read more

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christine c.

8 years ago

Authentic good eats! We like the tucked away, cozy ambiance. Best Mexican food!!! Clean and fast service. Thank you for a great experience. read more

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Paul T.

9 years ago

Friendly service. Great chips and salsa. Generous portions, very clean and welcoming.

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Matthew V.

12 years ago

Compared to what's available in Barstow, this place is excellent- but if you've had Mexican food in LA or Phoenix, Lola's Kitchen faces tougher competition. The Carne Asada was tasty, but the rest of the burrito wasn't anything spectacular- however for the price, it was a great value. I'd come back as an alternative to the standards (Del Taco, In-N-Out) that most people stop at when passing through Barstow enroute to Las Vegas. read more

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Ellen B.

12 years ago

I had done my Yelp research before we got to Barstow. Checking in @ the HI, I asked re: their recommended restaurants, they also said Lola's is the best in town. It is a little hard to find-in a small strip mall on Main St. Glad we found it! We placed our order, and I helped myself to their cucumber infused water-very refreshing. I had the Chicken torta, hubby had a chicken taco and a pulled beef taco. The tacos were very good, side of refried beans were great. My torta was delicious-the bread was homemade, and the chicken, pico de gallo, and jalapeños filling had just the right amount of heat. The only unremarkable item was the Spanish rice, but who cares about that!?! read more

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Martha O.

107

12 years ago

We pulled up at 12:53pm, and were done eating by 1:18pm. So if you have 20 minutes on your way to Vegas, and want to eat something better, definitely stop here. They also have a bathroom that is convenient for road trips. read more

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Rebecca M.

11 years ago

Awesome! Gloria's salad, Verde enchiladas, and the #12were all fantastic great service too Thank you read more

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Theirry C.

239

11 years ago

We love eating here on our road trips out of state. The place is clean, the food is fantastic and the feel is local. I will post pictures as soon as we get there. read more

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Cherylle M.

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3.5 star based on location of finding non fast food, and service. It was tasty, fast without being "fast food" and the options are few in Barstow. Don't let the parking lot and surrounding area discourage you in trying this place out. read more

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Gus T.

9 years ago

Stopped here on our way from CA to Zion. Great place. Carnitas were delicious. Flower tortillas tasted great. Sopes were delicious as well. Make sure you try the elote corn on the cob. read more

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Hannah M.

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I was fooled by the 4 1/2 stars.. I'm from San Diego and this wouldn't even make it to two stars down there! Super crowded feeling but clean so that's a plus. The carne asada is like ground up and extremely salty, I kept wondering what the heck I was eating because I've never had Asada that looked or tasted like that and personally thought it was pretty bad. I also got a two taco plate and the shredded beef was also different then what I'm used to but not bad just different I didn't love it but I also didn't hate it. I also didn't care for the taco shells i don't know what it was really just it wasn't as good. I'm sure for Barstow area this isn't too bad but for someone who lives so close to the border and has a taco shop on every corner this was super disappointing. read more

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Francisco S.

6 years ago

I ordered the California Burrito, added refried beans, no cheese, no sour cream and I was hooked. Bomb!!!!! With red sause ofcourse. They are very welcoming and fast. I've been back for more burritos since. Haven't tried anything else because the burrito is what I want. So F ing good ‍ read more

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1244 E Main St
Barstow, CA 92311
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Hours

What time does Lola's Kitchen open?

Lola's Kitchen opens at 4:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Lola's Kitchen close?

Lola's Kitchen closes at 7:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Lola's Kitchen closes at 4:30 PM on Saturday.Lola's Kitchen is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 4:00 AM - 7:30 PMSat 4:00 AM - 4:30 PMSun Closed

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Does Lola's Kitchen take credit cards?

Yes, Lola's Kitchen takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Lola's Kitchen have catering options?

Yes, Lola's Kitchen does have catering options.

Does Lola's Kitchen have a happy hour?

No, Lola's Kitchen does not have a happy hour.

Does Lola's Kitchen serve alcohol?

No, Lola's Kitchen does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Lola's Kitchen allow dogs?

Yes, Lola's Kitchen allows dogs.

Does Lola's Kitchen have TVs?

Yes, Lola's Kitchen has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Lola's Kitchen have bike parking?

Yes, Lola's Kitchen has bike parking.

Does Lola's Kitchen have outdoor seating?

Yes, Lola's Kitchen has outdoor seating options.

Does Lola's Kitchen have parking?

Yes, Lola's Kitchen has parking options. Private Lot Parking

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Does Lola's Kitchen have free WiFi?

No, Lola's Kitchen does not have free WiFi.

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Plata's Mexican Food

4.4(101 reviews)

1.4 mi

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Tried the shredded beef taco, the taco shell is a little dark than I'm used to to I was afraid it…read morewas going to taste burnt, but it didn't. The shredded beef meat itself is clean and has a sweet taste. As you see from the picture the feelings were fresh and delicious. I also ordered the bean and cheese burrito, it is made with a homemade flour tortilla....that right there is excellence! My husband tried the medium menudo the honeycomb meat was very clean and no fat at the top of the soup and no smell to it either! I did try the hominy from it because I do not eat menudo meat and it was very tasty! The tables are very clean, the AC works great and the service was great.

I've been going to all of the Plata's restaurants for over 45 years, for me it's the best Mexican…read morefood in the Barstow area, their chili verde at medium heat combination burritos are amazing !! & their carne asada taco combination plate is really great !!! Don't miss out on these restaurants while in Barstow !!!

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Chiquita Rositas

4.8(23 reviews)

0.5 mi

I ate here twice and forgot to take pics, that's how good the food is. I promise the next time I…read morevisit, I'll take pics lol the food is delicious and the margaritas are amazing. You know when you order a margarita at a restaurant and they water them down? Yeah, not at this place. The chili rellenos were to die for as well as the carne asada fries. I also tried the tacos and the cheese and onion enchiladas, bomb. This is my new go to place. The owner is extremely friendly and the food is of the best quality. Side note: I judge a Mexican restaurant by their rice and beans. The rice and beans taste just like an abuelita made them. Fire!

Great food and service. Safe for gf eaters. Large servings of yummy Mexican food. A small…read morerestaurant with great options for all eaters. There were quite a few people in the restaurant, a testament to the quality of the food.

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jesus g.

169

12 years ago

Dining, like everything in Barstow, is horrible. So we didn't have high expectations when we walked into Lola's Kitchen. While we were standing in line, waiting to place our order, the guy who had been standing directly ahead of us in line got upset and started yelling about someone stealing his pipe. Or an e-cigarette. Or something. Was a little bit hard to follow. But he was pretty worked-up, pacing back and forth, shouting. Kept going to the bathroom, more agitated every time he came out, disrupting the whole restaurant. When he pointed an accusatory finger in our general direction, my brother told him to go fuck himself. Think what he actually said was something more like, "Listen, I don't care what you lost, whether it was your car keys or your girlfriend. It's got nothing to do with us." He backed-off, muttering something about calling the cops. Riiiiiight. Like the police had nothing better to do. What an idiot. But then whaaaaaa? To our surprise, just a few minutes later two Barstow police officers arrived on the scene. They took the 'victim' outside, and when they came back into the taqueria, walked straight up to us. "What seems to be going on here boys?" We were amazed. They actually seemed to be taking this seriously. Couldn't understand why, but told them what we knew (in between bites), which was that guy was yelling about somebody stealing something from him. That was pretty much the whole story. "Okay boys, that's fine. We're going to need to see some identification". Confused, Rob and I look at each other. Us? What? Wait a second, what's going on here? Why? "Standard procedure". They assured us that we were not suspected of stealing anything, but insisted that they needed to see identification "for their report". We told the officers, respectfully, that we did not wish to identify ourselves, asserting our rights to privacy. But they seemed to take our refusal to identify ourselves as some kind of challenge to their authority and things escalated quickly from there. They told us, repeatedly, that we did not have the right to refuse to identify ourselves. But feeling pretty confident that we were completely within our rights, we held our ground. We asked them several times if we were being detained, or if we were free to leave. They refused to answer us, saying only that they were conducting an investigation, and that we had to identify ourselves. So we sat there with those police officers hovering over us, making it physically impossible for us to stand up and leave. Was allowed to go get some more salsa, which was not great, but better-than-barstow good. Finally, when we were about halfway through our burritos, the officers threatened to arrest us if we did not identify ourselves. That's when I asked to speak to their shift supervisor. While we were waiting for their overlord to arrive, Rob and I talked about how things were going (not well) and the possibility that we might actually end up in jail over this. Un-fucking-believable. Told him that I was inclined to stand firm, but that if he'd rather indulge them and avoid the hassle, I'd go along with that. Eventually the shift supervisor did show up. With backup. Lots of backup. At least three more cars and 4-5 more officers. It was preposterous. But what a relief. Thought we'd finally have a chance to clear-up this misunderstanding. Stood-up, shook the shift officer's hand, thanked him for coming out, apologized for wasting his time, introduced myself and my brother (first names), and briefly explained what had happened. Assumed we'd just cleared everything up, but without a moment's pause, he replied, "Boys, you're either going to present identification to these officers or you're going to jail." There was not going to be any further discussion. When confronted with this ultimatum, Rob stood-up and put his hands behind his back. You can read the rest of the story here: http://gatosbros.com/stories/gatosbros_get_arrested/ read more

I E.

10 years ago

We got to Lola's from a recommendation of one of the local motel clerks. We've passed through town twice since then and we always stop here for a quick bite. Pros: Food is delicious, prices are reasonable, portions are large. A big bonus is that it's prepared relatively quickly compared to the quality you receive - only took about 12 minutes for a large order for 8 people. Complimentary chips are really good and if you get a to-go order over $20, you get a big container of chips and salsa for free. The interior decor is fresh and interesting, apparently it's also seasonal since it's been different every time we pass through. Cons: If you have special requests, prepare to be disappointed. My son doesn't like guacamole (he's an adult, or else I'd tell him to suck it up and eat the damn thing) the first time we came here apparently they were out of guacamole and substituted substantially large slices of ripe avocado. Delicious! We all loved it. On the second trip, they had guacamole on hand - my son requested the slices and the cashier happily obliged. However, the order did not come with the avocado slices - instead it came with guacamole. To add insult to injury, there was a mysterious fee attached to our receipt. We were kinda disappointed, but this can all be avoided by simply ordering on-menu, with no special requests. Let them do what they do, they do it just fine. If you have special dietary concerns, maybe you might want to go elsewhere. The dining area is also rather small - but that's to be expected for a hole-in-the-wall restaurant. There is no external seating nearby and no local parks in the immediate vicinity, so you better not be squeamish about eating in your car. They close at 6PM... I mean, that's just sad :( Good news is that they're open at 4AM! :) read more

Joshua G.

2 months ago

I want to make sure I understand this correctly. The food was overpriced and the service was poor. The pricing policy also seemed inconsistent. Removing items from a dish did not reduce the price, yet adding something small like cheese or pico significantly increased the cost. While the food itself was decent, it felt overly expensive for the overall experience. Some of the food also tasted like it had been reheated and did not seem freshly prepared, almost as if it had been sitting for a day or two before being served. When I saw the cooking pots being used, they also appeared heavily burnt, which raised concerns about the overall kitchen standards. From what I had previously heard and read, this restaurant was once considered one of the best Spanish restaurants. Unfortunately, that no longer seems to be the case. The environment also did not meet expectations. There appeared to be little enforcement of a dress code, and the atmosphere felt disorganized. The service was also slow, and staff seemed more focused on socializing and laughing than providing prompt assistance. Overall, I would not recommend this restaurant, especially for anyone looking for good value or a more professional dining experience. read more

Ana G.

17 years ago

Totally Amazing. Everything is fresh and the secret to why it is so good is because it's made with LOVE. My favorite is the Chelaquiles with Carne Asada, Chorizo sope, Zincronisadas, and chicken taquitos. I cant just pick one. It truely is a home cooked meal. It is family owned and operated. Not only is the staff family but they you feel like family too. Just recently Lola did a big remodel of Lola's kitchen in appreciation and thank you to all her costumers. If you haven't gone in to eat here you are missing out!!! read more

Grace C.

9 years ago

Nurit K.

11 years ago

Quaint home cooked Mexican food. My husband wanted to stop for a quick meal and I found Lola's on Yelp. All the reviews are true, no exaggeration. The restaurant is family owned and run and it shows. The restaurant is clean, the kitchen, dining room and bathroom, which sets the tone. The chips, salsa, taquitos and hard-shell tacos were some of the best authentic food I ever had. The taste of each item blended deliciously. I highly recommend this Barstow gem. read more

Marie S.

10 years ago

TERRIBLE! Won't be going back! The owner is a real JERK! Disrespected us when we had difficulty using the new chip card payment system...and gave us total attitude when my husband tried telling him that the meat inside his chicken enchiladas was COLD...owner had the nerve to tell us that the food was NOT COLD but rather the sour cream on it was...SERIOUSLY?!?! Umm NO!!! Owner gave us even more attitude when we were finished and left...SHM!!!! read more

Mykael S.

4 years ago

Great spot, food always tastes fresh and at very reasonable prices. I go here straight from my office job, so be sure to ask your co workers if they want anything because this place is well loved especially by all the locals. Clean inside, decent amount of tables to dine in if you like but I've always ordered to go. Pro tip: Breakfast burritos are the best at anytime of the day! read more

John W.

11 years ago

Their food is sub-par. I do not understand why everyone "seems" to like it here. They have NO horchata, they try to charge you a surcharge for using your visa/debit card and not tell you about it, and they never have any seating. BEST place to have Huevos Con Machaca is at Casa De Jimenez, by the way. They way Lola's cooks it here is just disgusting. read more

Steve M.

10 years ago

I travel to Los Angeles very often and always stop at Barstow to use the restroom and fuel up. One day i was very hungry and found Lola's kitchen. I skipped breakfast so i ordered up an egg omelet with some chicken. Delicious food and friendly customer service will bring me back to Lola's in the future. read more

Joe H.

8 years ago

A-OK Finally tried Lola's kitchen after hearing nothing but good buzz & wasn't disappointed. I tried the California Burrito which was pretty good, but not the best I've tried in town. Nice atmosphere to bring the family but very limited space. There's still much on the menu I'd like to try for sure read more

Nance G.

8 years ago

Nice place, very family friendly. I have been here a few times with the entire family. I love the atmosphere and the food. I have never had a poor experience, but I wish the restaurant were a little bigger. One of my fav meals is their beef taco combo, amazing food and well preped read more

Thomas I.

15 years ago

This is another place i stopped by over the weekend on my way home from a trip. I am a huge fan of Mexican food and I'm really glad i stopped! The chips and salsa are amazing! I got the enchiladas with chicken and rice and beans. I wish this place was a lot closer to home! read more

Kate R.

12 years ago

The Best Machaca I have ever had! Fresh jalapeños, good coffee, and asada fries!! Killer. They are French fries topped with carne asada, cheese, sour cream, and guacamole. Sinful and good for leftovers, considering you can't eat it all at once. They are open at 4:00am!! read more

Keith H.

122

8 years ago

Food was amazing, so fresh tasting. The place is run by Lola and 4 other older woman doing all the cooking and serving, very friendly group of ladies. We will be back, this is our new stop on the way to Vegas for some wonderful authentic Mexican food. read more

Charlie P.

13 years ago

This place is amazing!!!! I felt like I was in my aunties kitchen. Such a warm inviting place to dine. :) The gentlemen that took our order was polite, well dressed and just a treat to speak with. Albert you are definitely an asset to this restaurant. read more

Kay F.

134

8 years ago

Love the food- Love the people- love the décor... little warm in the summer.....needs more AC. don't let the outside fool you... stop..authentic- you will be happy you did!! read more

Amber P.

596

30 days ago

Our whole family loves this place. It's amazing to see so many people give you reviews. That's awesome. Keep up the amazing work. Can't wait to come back. 10 out of 10. read more

Sharleen M.

4 years ago

Guaranteed mediocrity--nothing special really. Seems ok for Anglo community culture. Not good for impressing associates about culinary achievement levels in Barstow. read more

Alex M.

186

12 years ago

Food was incredible. Great service. I got the Carne Asada Nachos, there literally wasn't a chip without something on it. Awesome choice for passing through Barstow! read more

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