The ambiance of this place is truly unmatched with its photo booth, lounge, and surrounding stores…read moreof clothes and trinkets. I would definitely recommend dining here outside during dinner to enjoy the sunset as well as the cooler weather. The food and drinks were delicious, especially from the Caribbean influence of the chef, but the portions were small and not as sharable as recommended by the server - something to keep in mind if you plan to go with a larger party. Nonetheless, the service was great and our waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu. Definitely a unique dining experience overall.

This is such a unique place to dine at, gorgeous combination of incorporating the desert feel with…read morea cozy restaurant. We came for drinks and a desert and it was such a lovely night. Perfect for a date or celebrations, it's a must-try when coming to the area. Highly recommend!

Diana was our server in the morning. She was very lovely and…read moreattended us right away. This place is so relaxing and welcoming. Even though there's not much to do in Twentynine Palms diners like these are what makes it worth visiting. I first got a coffee and it wasn't really tasty which I had mentioned to Diana and she quickly made me a fresh pot of coffee which tastes better the second time it was still early so I understand morning old coffee. We ordered the chorizo with eggs with a very hot spicy hot sauce being that I wanted something very hot and spicy she recommended that one.

This place has replay good reviews so I decided to check it out and thank god I did. Came here for…read morebreakfast and it was so good and their homemade salsa was delicious.

We've been to GRND SQRL a few times now and it's easily our favorite burger spot in 29. The…read moreSquirrel Burger and truffle fries are SO good and have been consistently great every time. The atmosphere is definitely more bar-style and the seating isn't my favorite, but it's clean, casual, and the food more than makes up for it. Service is friendly. We'll definitely keep coming back!

Very comfortable for the family to enjoy. Liked having some table games to keep the kids busy…read morebecause the wait did feel a bit long. The burgers were fantastic- my son said it was the best he's ever had. The true review? Both kids ate EVERYTHING. Didn't have a beer but I'd like to come back and enjoy a brew.

We tripped over this place on a random trip to Joshua Tree. We are so glad we did!…read moreGreat dive bar. Locals were friendly, bartenders were professional and efficient. Wifey was dressed to impress. Not only was she accepted but was encouraged! Really a fun evening, we'll be back!

I went to this place on a recent mini vacation to Joshua Tree. I wanted some local color, and I did…read morenot want to visit the spots for tourists. I wanted to clink glasses with locals who could tell me about the fun and flaw of growing up in a small town. And I figured that local dive bars would allow me to check off my hopes. Plus, the word on the street was that the Virginian was a local haunt for marines. I wanted to party with marines. Spoiler alert: I did--and it added an extra layer of crisp and pop to my night. On my first night, I went there, by my lonesome, and I was surprised to know that it was a cash-only establishment. This worked to my favor because I did not want to drink too much and then go to my hotel. I did not aim to get a DUI, I just wanted to have fun. When I go alone to a bar, I have a primary objective: to find friends to drink with and talk to. Especially on vacation, I wanted to find an experience that would lead me to a "hangover-like night." I know it might be impossible, for sure, but that does not impede me from trying. And when one tries, one might be successful. I was. I went to put my name on the chalkboard to eventually play pool. I gathered around the others who were waiting for pool. I quickly made friends with a marine. He was not the marine I had my eye on, but he was the one who entertained my advances. Soon after, we went to the bar to get him a drink. One for me too. We were getting shots. The wait was long-loving for it gave him and me the opportunity to connect. Let's call him Lalo. He told me about life as a marine. I told him about my life. He told me that he had found a girl--now his fiancée--on an app called Chispa. Basically, a dating app for Latinx people. I did not think he had found a fiancée, but rather a person he could fall in love with. He was young, you see, and love for marriage seems to be a long game best played by those who are at least in their mid-twenties. Regardless, I will root for those two crazy kids. As we drank and grew closer, Lalo and I just became friendlier and friendlier, which led to friendly hugs. On one particular long and gripping hug, I uttered, "This feels so nice, Lalo." His reply was, "I am glad, Frankie, I am glad." My chosen name is Frankie. His words comforted me because they sounded sincere, and words I had not heard before, within this context. Here in the middle of a desert, I had found comfort in the arms of a marine. I never thought I would, but like I said, I tried, and I was happy to be successful. Soon one of his friends came and requested to leave. Lalo did. I was irked. I wanted him to stay with me for a few more drinks at the Virginian. It did not happen. I got lucky, but my luck did not extend the night. But I did get lucky the next night. I went again after my day at Joshua Tree. It was a Saturday night. The place was full but not so full that it was overwhelming. I saw three young men sitting. There was a stool next to one. They had the build and essence of marines. So, I sat next to one. And again, I made a quick friend. He was from South Dakota. I can't remember his name, so let's call him James. James introduced me to his two friends. One was from the same town I grew up in. Happy coincidence. James and I spoke. He was kind enough to get me a glass of water. The service of the armed forces rings high and small. They were taking shots, one after the other, without restraint. One of James's friends stepped outside and puked. The bartender reprimanded them. He gave them a mop to clean their own mess. Wow, this would not happen in an LA bar, I thought. The marines were put to work. James took the mop and finished for his friend. The bartender inspected the mess and green-lit for them to go. Again, I wanted a marine to stay for my own selfish needs. He did not. He grew and gave me a smile as he went. This bar is a local haunt, but great for visitors. So, if you go to Joshua Tree or a nearby town, don't be shy and stop in here for local color. I got to see small-town vibes at play. It was great, and I met my own personal goal of partying with marines. The Virginian may not be sophisticated, but it is a place to have fun and engage in a way that feels homey yet exciting. Please remember it is cash only but it has ATMs. If you use credit cards, to get by at times, then skip this place.

Delicious food, my turkey burger was flavored very well with a unique cheese/avocado combo…read more I recommend the pasta salad over the potato salad. Shoutout to Josh the bartender.... Always pleasant and excellent at his craft.

There was not a lot of people when I went in which was great. The beer was cold and smooth. The…read morepotato salad was different than the traditional one I'm used to. I want to go back and try their burrito. I did wish there were fries on the menu. My family really enjoyed their smash burgers. I will go again!

The food is fantastic! Dave is the best server in town - super friendly staff and a good atmosphere.read more

Cute little spot, great for breakfast after a hike in the national park. Eggs and pancakes were all…read moregreat. Be back soon!

Very decent air-fried chicken sandwich (grilled not an option. Only disappointment was that the…read morefries weren't like the ones in the photo and we chose the place based on the fries (not marking them down for that as the photos were from customers, not the restaurant). They were waffle cut shape. Okay, not great. Service excellent.

We ended up going here after a very disappointing meal somewhere else for some more food and to…read moreplay some pool. We were immediately greeted by very friendly staff who immediately gave us a menu. We ordered the nachos and a chicken sandwich and while waiting played some pool. The bar was not very populated at the time, but it was difficult playing pool because it was very close to the tables that did have people and you did not have enough room to play and go for all the shots you wanted to. Thankfully there was pool to keep us distracted because the food did take around 35 minutes to be delivered, even though the place was not busy. The food itself hit the spot and was exactly what we were looking for. The nachos had great toppings and the chicken sandwich was very crispy. There was also a band playing that night who sounded good. All in all we took it as a neighborhood friendly spot with nice staff and decent food. Next time we are in the area we will make sure to stop by.

After the drive from Saguaro National Park to Twentynine Palms, we were ready for something light…read moreand landed at John's Place. We kept it simple, a couple of salads with a cup of chili on the side. Sometimes simple is exactly right. The salads were fresh, crisp, and actually satisfying, not the sad afterthought kind. And the chili? Genuinely delicious. Rich, comforting, and good enough that I took the rest to go so I could upgrade the next morning's hotel breakfast. No regrets there. The space is casual and lively, nothing fancy, but it has a welcoming energy that makes you want to stay a bit. It was busy when we arrived, always a good sign, and the service matched the vibe. Friendly, easygoing, and attentive without hovering. All in, a really nice stop. Fresh food, warm service, and exactly the kind of place you're glad you found after a long stretch on the road.

We stopped here to grab some breakfast on our way back from Havasu…read more It was a cute diner style place, clean, lots of seating and good ambiance. Food was good, I ordered the Denver omelette and it was delicious and loaded. It was much needed as we were hungry. Service was great, our server was nice, professional, tentative, and efficient. Definitely recommend this place if you're passing through twenty-nine palms.

Fresh and fantastic. Cute spot…read more Friendly staff Everything was delicious. Lots of great salads and veg options

So glad we found this place once we were finishing our afternoon at Joshua Tree (near the north…read moreentrance). This was one of our best and most satisfying meals in the area. Attached to the Twenty Nine Palms Inn, the restaurant offered more options for different eaters: a few salads, burgers, specialties and sandwiches. High marks for the grunt burger, Porto burger, and fish tacos (not huge) and the oasis bowl was good. Prices were also not exorbitant, likely because the sandwiches and burgers didn't come with sides. They have both indoor and covered outdoor seating. We thought the service would be slow as we sat outside and seated ourselves but it wasn't bad. The server was nice; when our side orders were forgotten at first, it was quickly rectified when we pointed it out. The bathroom was clean and had adequate aeration. They close 4 and 5 pm, between lunch and dinner. It was quiet when we arrived which was a nice respite.

Unique items from truffle hot dogs, to turkey smash burgers, this spot is much needed in 29 Palms…read more The pasta salad is good, and potato salad is solid (not exceptionally well done.) Friendly service every time I've been, no jerk snob bartenders here! Great atmosphere, from baseball to football matches. Suggestion to Ownership: Do some fries, put a spin on them! I hear people ask for fries 24/7, it's a huge miss to push "beans".

Came in on what might be the hottest weekend of the year, nonetheless less the space and service…read morewas spectacular! Tom, our bartender had great recommendations of beer and food. Had an Adobe RD IPA that was full of flavor yet very light ! We tried their food specials too! The Not-Yo-Dog was amazing and had a true kick of jalapeño that was a wonderful base as a I drank my IPA! We also had the the fun guy and the mushrooms and aioli were the perfect mix! This is definitely saved for our next trip out here !