This review is for the gas station only! By far the most reasonable gas prices in the area. Also,…read morethe gas station has a fantastic little market with every thing a traveler could need. Friendly service. Thank goodness for gas stations that don't try to make incredible profits off the backs of consumers (unlike our current administration.)

I like to come here, but the locals hog up all the machines. I asked for a watermelon and white…read moreclaw and the bartender was making me a drink? He said there's one that's called the same thing. Slots are a little tight, but it's a small casino in the middle of nowhere. Will I be back? of course.

Ray RIP! Thanks for the good time! We will miss you!…read moreEspecially your stories and play billiard..

The dive bars of dive bars!! Out house in the back (it's very clean and functioning) and money on…read morethe roof. Ray is one of the old great ones,no shortage of stories. Be ready to sit down and have a nice little chitchat and have a beer, You have three choices, bud, Bud Light, and Michelob have to say it was nice and cold. He has been there for 50 years.

Working on a project for work in Calexico I was looking for local breweries. While not a brewery…read moreg-maps recommended Iron Door Bar. I decided to take the drive out there, after arriving too early on one attempt I came back to try again and they were open! I met Nate, tending the bar. Nate was awesome. We had a great conversation about all kinds of stuff like Michigan. I had to have him bake me one of their Red Baron pizzas. The place is decorated with all kinds of random quirky stuff, totally my kinda vibe. The pizza was good the beer better and the company the best! Definitely a spot worth making the trek out for! If youre in the desert stop in and support local!!

Just a great place for a cold beer and fun people watching. Shoot a game of pool and watch some…read moresports.

Trying to get my way to this wonderful place, reading stories of the gold diggers club.read more

This place is 'Da Bomb" !…read more Kinda disappointed to see this on Yelp, cuz it has long been a local's secret...but hey, its a great experience... Pros: the creator is known out here as "Radio Mike" cuz he is the Mix Master! He finds the most unusual and rocking music... and plays it using only Solar power charged batteries! Yes, Really! This is an Off the Grid Fri night Party happening! Local Musicians show up and take turns playing their music around a campfire...peeps hang out by the Tiki Bar with their own booze that they bring and share with friends...(BYOB) Head Hunter's Lounge is Friendly, Lively and Really Hip! Cons: If you set up camp right next to him and want peace and quiet on Fri nights to watch your satellite TV, it will be a little noisy...so plan on camping somewhere else if that is your thing...or plan on joining the party every Fri night! Here is a short article that tells you more about this cool cat: http://www.slab-city.com/slab_city_artist_mike/ PS...This happens from about end of Oct or early Nov to April/May depending on when he comes out here to set up camp. Closed during the Hot Summers, cuz, ya know, its the desert!

Watering hole deep in the middle of nowhere. You go for the ambiance. Meet some locals, pet Duke,…read moreenjoy a beer or multiple beers, a game of pool, leave a signed dollar, and take a pic with Anthony Bourdains mural. It's hot AF in the middle of the summertime, but worth the visit!

Oh, this is such a fun place. During our photo masterclass I took my participants here for lunch…read moreand dinner - every day. Great food, good service and a very unique, appealing ambiance. So why only four out of five stars then? It is mandatory in my rating scheme that I would be willing to do a 30+ min detour just to dine or drink here, and as much as I loved the place: that would be a tad too much to ask. So if in the area and have a craving for a great burger, fries and a beer: you will be very very happy here.

First and foremost, Gerry might be one of the best hosts/bartenders we've had the pleasure of being…read moreserved in a long time. He was so natural in making certain we all relaxed and enjoyed our Happy Hour. Their home made potato chips are awesome. We ordered the kit Fox salad, Caesar salad and fried chicken. Everyone loved their dishes. This place is a gem! Cheers!

Jill & Teresa were such lovely hostess here. They kindly seated me and my service baby and service…read morewas excellent. Everyone was genuinely friendly and soup of the day chicken veggie orzo soup was warm and delicious on this windy night. I also got a Rutherford Merlot from Sonoma Valley and everything was delicious! I'm glad we stopped by for a bite after scoping out the state park. We had to head back to LA as we didn't plan it out to stay over due to having to feed the pets back home but I'd definitely recommend staying at the hotel as well.

Nah ... bad SLOW service, when the food arrived all 12 orders where wrong ... AVOID this place…read moreuntil they learn a few things. Chili was chilly, burgers where jerky. However the parking was great.

Hog Trough Saloon is now called Big Horn Restaurant. New…read moreowners. New chef. New menu. GREAT outdoor patio for watching the sunset/moonrise. Indoor has big screen TV with ESPN and NFL games. Strong margaritas! Great salads and burgers. Salads have fresh grilled chicken breasts. Burgers are big. ONION RINGS are beer battered fresh onions. Delicious! Prices are really low. We paid $8 for chicken salad, $6 for big burger. This place has a great vibe. Sit on the patio in the bar - you can still order from the restaurant menu.

I love this place, I'm not sure why they call it a saloon. But it's a cute little store at the…read morecampground. They have pool tables and other little board games. They have karaoke I believe it's one of the managers, puts his laptop out, let you play your music and hook up the mic so you can play karaoke. Definitely my favorite part about this place. I've met two of the workers so far and they were both very nice and friendly. Love the country music love the vibes

In Idyllwild there's a special place You open that door…read morethere's boots on the floor Taryn's pouring the beer Rick gives you a cheer Sip by sip the room comes alive Rick said it's half past 5 You came for one then you stayed all night When the first song hits it feels just right Taryn's pub Taryn's pub best place to drink and sing it up Beer or wine sit down and stay Hear the artists sing the night away Taryn's pub Taryn's pub best place to drink and sing it up Every night this room comes alive Taryn's place is where we ride Lyrics by me of the musical duo "You and Me"

Reminds me of the small local pubs in Ireland with a bed and breakfast upstairs. Locals having a…read morepint and singing along to live music. Our first time in Idyllwild and Rick & Taryn made us feel like locals. This place is a hidden gem. Cant wait to go back!

Food was so good the Tacos Dorados are the best I've Had in a long time. The Service was meet with…read moregreat welcoming as you walked in. The Ambiance is Quite and really nice to go out for a Couples Date. I would recommend for authentic Mexican food.

The food was delicious. Tiny restaurant in the middle of nowhere. Quaint Mexican food which was…read moreaccompanied with traditional music that reminded me of my grandparents. Service was ok and quick. Dance of flavors!