Raven&#x27;s Nest

I love finding local coffee shops that open early enough for me to settle in and prepare for the…read moreday, and Mountain Coffee House was exactly what I was hoping for. I stopped in around 5:30 a.m., and it's refreshing to find a place that's not only open that early but also staffed by someone who genuinely enjoys being there. The barista greeted me with a smile, was friendly and welcoming, and made an outstanding Americano. It was incredibly smooth and one of the better Americanos I've had in a long time. I also appreciated that my drink was served in a real ceramic mug for a dine-in order--a small touch that made the experience feel warm and inviting. As someone who likes to get an early start, I was also happy to find plenty of outlets and reliable Wi-Fi, making it an ideal spot to get some work done before the day begins. Great coffee, genuine hospitality, and a cozy atmosphere made for the perfect start to my morning. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town.

Ambiance is cute. Customer service 0/10…read more They don't greet. Use to love this place because of the small town feel & kindness but unfortunately they don't do that anymore:( Came in at 5:30 pm they were already cleaning up & definitely didn't want to serve even though they were open till 6pm. Love supporting small businesses but this will be a last for me .

Order counter

Ham panini

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View across the street gas located nearby

One Fine Day

4.9(103 reviews)

2.3 mi

Came in on a Friday around 8:30am. Such a cute and eclectic place. The server was nice and very…read morehelpful. She was so personable and helped us make our choices. We got the Vietnamese coffee with ube and the brown sugar cinnamon latte. Got a home made chocolate chip cookie (had pretzel pieces too : ) Brown sugar cinnamon-perfect. Great coffee flavor with lots of cinnamon!! Vietnamese coffee with ube cream-rich coffee flavor. Yum! Such a cute coffee shop. There are many food items which I really wanted to try but...did not. Definitely the place to go when coming thru this area!!! So glad we found you!

I was in Tehachapi for a friend's wedding and my friends and I came to One Fine Day cafe for…read morebrunch. I got their chicken pesto toast and it was so delicious! The cafe itself has a lot of seating both inside and outside. They also have a huge variety of food and drinks so there's something for everyone! The staff are super friendly here and I'd definitely visit again if I am in town.

Cool, little corner lounge area.

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Loungin'.

Sip And Chill

5.0(5 reviews)

2.8 mi

Stopped by Old Town Tehachapi today while we were in town delivering a hot tub. We had a tire issue…read moreand ended up at the tire shop right behind this place, so we decided to stop in and try the donuts. They did not disappoint! The donuts were fresh and delicious, the staff was friendly, and the prices were very reasonable. If you're in Old Town Tehachapi and looking for a great donut, this is definitely worth the stop. Highly recommend!

I love it here, great protein shakes and lots of variety!! They also have energy drinks that have…read morecool flavors!

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Bean Me Up Xpresso

4.3(114 reviews)

3.7 mi

I stopped by to grab tacos before my hair appointment. They got them done quick so I wouldn't be…read morelate. I ordered four chicken and four asada. I ate the asada ones, and they were delicious. 3/18/26

Taco Tuesday, YES!!! Their street tacos are delicious & the green salsa is tasty. Great spot.read more

Coffee for my hairdresser

Asada

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Chicken

Drip society coffee

5.0(2 reviews)

2.3 mi

Ordered 12 drinks all different and had them delivered. Such a clever way to sell coffee! For a…read moresmall town excited to try. I ordered: 4 lemonade glow ups (watermelon, apple, and blue raspberry, and cherry-lime) and the three kiddos drank them ALL . Loved them with no upset tummy or anything, my son wants more. Coffees: La Vida mocha- has the subtle hint of raspberry which was a pleasant surprise. Caffeinated, year round( subtle hint of pumpkin spice, loved it), everything nice, latte love -sugar free for the folks which they liked, and Full moon which had subtle hints of marshmallow. All a 10/10 with taste and it was nice to be able to choose milk. Last was the Hyped up w/ blackberry. I didn't try personally but my husband liked it. In all love the idea of delivery, the taste, and the package 10/10

I had a double espresso over ice with heavy cream. Great taste and very strong! Definitely will be…read morereturning!

Ordering Window (They also have a door to go inside)

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Drip Society Coffee Menu

Old Isabella Coffee

4.4(30 reviews)

35.2 mi

4/24/2026: My review should not have any stars since I can't honestly provide a review of their…read moreproduct, their ambiance.. my 3rd time trying to patronize Old Isabella Coffee and I've officially "struck out". After driving in to town from Los Angeles, I told my husband I wanted to grab a couple of coffees before going to his office, but I wanted to support a small shop instead of going in the the grocery store where they have a coffee chain kiosk inside. I believe in supporting small business! We had tried to visit Old Isabella Coffee twice before, but it was later in the afternoon and they were closed. I decided to give them a pass and try again since it's earlier. But today, we arrived before 1pm and parked. I went up the stairs to their entry door and it seemed very dark inside. The door was locked, and only then did I realize the blinds were closed. I checked the posted hours and they close at 1pm daily, but apparently they closed early on this day. A Friday, in a town that often leans on "weekenders" for increased business volume. While looking for the posted hours I saw the very friendly sign which shows a revolver pointing forward so you can look down the barrel of the gun and they proudly announce that there's nothing inside worth dying for. How warm and inviting! Well I, for one, was really looking forward to an amazing coffee beverage "to die for".. but now I know this won't be my place locally. I've tried 3 times and found myself alone at their place of business. In retrospect, the 3 ladies at the Starbucks inside the Vons store had a LINE of people waiting to buy coffee, snacks and lunch. As I joined the line, I casually said "I guess this is the place for great coffees in town!" and two of the guys in line said "they're reliably open, the service is great and have decent hours during the day". They were wearing yellow vests, maybe guys working on the street improvements or employees from SCE? If i owned a small business in a small town, i would definitely be pandering to just this type of customer. Extend operating hours, offer discounts to these contractors to bring them in daily! The guys said they're at Starbucks more than once a day, every day. That's a lot of opportunity lost to the little, local guy. So while I'm not usually a Starbucks person, when in KRV apparently they will be my go-to from now on. I tried to support local, but wasn't getting the support in return.

a cozy place with fresh coffee. I'm glad that such establishments exist with nice staffread more

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Coffee beans!

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Front sign

Sister Sister Coffee House

4.5(122 reviews)

22.0 mi

My sister and I found this little spot on our road trip and - TRULY SOME OF THE BEST COFFEE !! The…read moreservice was great as well! We just found our pitstop for our annual road trip!

Went here bc I was craving a pumpkin spice latte in the middle of summer lol! Not only did she come…read morethrough with one, but she threw in a free pumpkin loaf! So sweet of her! Being 5 months pregnant, this really made my day love the sticker too!!

Pumpkin spice latte

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Starbucks

2.9(168 reviews)

3.0 mi

We have been going to this location since it's opened. We have had nothing but positive service…read morefrom them. I love the different seasonal options they offer and am always excited when they happen. I would like to say I have pinpointed my favorite season, but I find I like them all the same. The baristas imo are the best. We have received nothing but outstanding service from each and every one of them. I'll admit sometimes they take a little longer than usual, but it's when they're super busy. Since they have built off Starbucks off the freeway, it's much better. I love the points you get when you order something and they run different ways to earn extra points. They also offer a free drink on your birthday. I always go through the drive through to pick up my order. I usually use their app and order ahead so it is ready when I arrive.

After stopping by State Farm my daughter wanted a coffee at Starbucks. The place looks festive, and…read moremy granddaughters loved the Christmas music. We received excellent customer service from Hannah. 12/3/25

Pecan Cortado

Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha

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Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew

Moondoes

3.5(4 reviews)

11.8 mi

So as per other reviews. Its a small town. If there aren't a stream of customers pouring in i dont…read moreexpect a place to stay open to the exact hour. 10 minutes to close is decent enough and if I knew i would be cutting it close I would be courteous and call ahead like a normal human being. Now as per the consistency, I do agree they need training or a basic instruction chart for the drinks. They're only open two days a week so unless they work at another coffee house I dont expect them to retain a lot of experience. They more than likely opened this coffee shop for convenience rather than necessity considering the hours of operation. Be kind and understanding when you go and dont expect a fancy experience. Post your experience on the positive interaction you had. Make suggestions on what needs to be improved . Like the coffee consistency, maybe something like phone orders or some limited amenities after a certain hour. Etc.

Love the tuxedo hot chocolate…read more Sunday is my favorite with open mic, especially when Adam Banton is visiting. The sandwiches are also great. Love the staff.

Mhmmm iced mocha

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Moondoes

Jersey Mike's Subs

3.4(22 reviews)

2.7 mi

The sandwich was ok, less meat the there use to be. The…read morepeople behind the counter seemed to be more interested in watching the World Cup than serving customers.

This visit to Jersey Mike's was a little different than the last. It gets extremely chaotic in…read morethere.. They are still so new in our area. Like I mentioned before they could not have picked a worse location in Tehachapi the parking lot is a nightmare, it always has been. This time we got two club Supremes and hubby wanted a hot sandwich but they said it was a 20 to 25 minute wait, so I just changed the sandwich to one I thought he would enjoy. I almost feel like they need to stop to go orders at the lunch rush because it's just a lot for them until they get things mastered. I did notice an employee writing up orders and using the same glove he had to cut bread. I feel that that's not very sanitary. Otherwise, the family enjoyed their sandwiches and I'm sure I'll be back. It's my son's favorite place in town now. 4/27/25

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Kenny C.

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7

7 years ago

A Hidden Gem My wife and I have lived in Tehachapi for nearly 16 years. I did a Google search for Restaurants Near Me, and one that popped up was The Raven's Nest. WHAT A FIND! The place is located at the Mountain Valley Airport (the glider airport). The people there are extremely friendly. The food is fantastic! We tried their poppy seed bread. THE BEST I HAVE EVER TASTED! The prices are low compared to other restaurants in Tehachapi, but the quality is far superior. If you are looking for a real down-home, inexpensive restaurant with great people, great food and great service, I highly recommend The Raven's Nest! read more

James B.

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5 years ago

We had lunch and the food was great and the service was excellent. Super friendly and clean

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