Steaks and beer off a dusty road. What a surprise to eat this well in tiny, quiet, Tecopa. The menu is small but thoughtful with great cuts of meat, a few appetizers, soup, salad, pasta, beer, and wine. After a long day of hiking, a glass of wine was exactly what we needed. We started with a luxuriously creamy, well-seasoned potato soup and an orchard salad bursting with blueberries, apples, strawberries, pomegranate seeds, cheese, and a bright balsamic vinaigrette. Then we split a juicy filet mignon, the kind where your knife simply glides through. Even the veggie medley and mashed potatoes were perfection. And whatever you do, don't skip dessert. The warm date bread with vanilla ice cream and date syrup is one of the best desserts I've ever had. A couple notes: look for the neon lights out front because it's incredibly dark and easy to miss the turn. The dining room is romantic but tiny, maybe five tables, so call ahead for a reservation. An immense thank you to the chef and owner for creating such a memorable meal in the middle of nowhere. Unexpected and oh so delicious. read more

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This is definitely a no-frills restaurant outside looking in. But once you sit down and taste, then taste, and taste some more...this is time well spent! Highly recommend! Plus the service was on point too! Call ahead for reservations or pop by for a 5p or 7p sitting. You won't regret it! read more

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First of all, I love that this place is in Tecopa. So cool. We got the pre fixe dinner for two with the rib eye steak. The charcuterie plate was wonderful. I particularly liked the blueberry lavender jam and truffle cheddar. The salad was delicious. The soup (cream of potato) was not terrible but also not great, very watery and potato-y and thats pretty much it. The main course came out looking like a work of art. The vegetables and mashed potatoes were perfect. The balsamic glaze on the steak was amazing. The steak itself: first, you know the man knows how to cook a steak. Unfortunately the meat itself was very lean and tough. Not his fault, just not a good piece of rib eye. No marbling and not tender. Low quality steak. The dessert: wow! A date caramel chocolate syrup, warm and drenching a dense and delicious slice of date nut bread with a scoop of ice cream. Very rich. So good. The price was pretty expensive. $135 for the meal for two. With prices out of control right now, Im sure he had to raise the price just so he can make a profit. Nevertheless, we still enjoyed having dinner there. Worth it to stop in, if youre going through Tecopa in the evening. (Theyre only open from 6 to 8pm) If the soup was better and the steak was tender like a good rib eye should be, I wouldnt be thinking about the cost probably read more

Amazing restaurant in the tiny town of Tecopa, CA near Death Valley (lot of hot springs here). It is the middle of nowhere, no real services, no cell service, yet there is this Amazing restaurant. Steaks and Beer does not look or sound like a fine dining restaurant, but it is (it's pricey like one, though). Excellent food, craft beers, and wines (the wine was not pricey). Even though "steak" is in the name and what they specialize in, there is enough creative vegetarian fare to keep the vegetarians happy (not vegans though). When I asked Eric (Erik?) the chef/owner what possessed him to open such a restaurant in such a place, his reply was "It's where poor people go to open a restaurant." Honestly, for a talented chef, it is the most brilliant concept ever. The place has tables for 16 and 3 at the bar, they are open for only 2 hours a day, 5 days a week, and they were full. It takes just two people to run it, the chef and a single waiter. What a find!!! read more

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One of the kind 5 tables small menu but excellent food two people working and very friendly dog ,food was so good and the dessert date cake with ice cream and date syrup unforgettable read more

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I was surprised by the quality of food in this small desert town restaurant. It's run by an experienced chef from Vegas. Menu is limited but very tasty. I didn't try their burgers or steak but loved their pasta and salad. read more

Best steak I have ever ever had! The kicker is to remember to make a reservation during peak times.

Great meal that one would not expect in such a remote small community. Where else can you be served by a "trekky". (Gotta love the star trek shirt). Seriously, didn't expect the range of flavors, from the great fruit an cheese plate to the final brownie with an amazing chocolate an caramel sauce for desert. We will be returning!!! read more

One of the best meals I've had in 10 years. Food is of amazing quality, got the five course meal, cheese plate was incredible, delicious salad, amazing potato soup, ordered the ribeye medium rare, and it was perfect along with the mashed potatoes and root vegetables, delicious dessert as well. The place is rustic, but I thought it added to the appeal. Definitely check it out! read more

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Can't yelp it, couldn't get a reservation. Hard to get in, and it's out in the middle of the desert Shoshone California or actually it's Tecopa California, off the beaten path so we were really excited to eat there, told that it's excellent! Next time, until then, Peace be with all of us We will be back. I'm leaving the review because I want the hole in the wall to be supported and successful! read more

Definitive "hidden-gem". Chill/apathetic vibes/thrift store decor meets surprisingly upscale menu. Tiny place in the middle of nowhere. They didn't open until 6pm on a Saturday. When we walked in, all tables had "reserved" signs on them but we were invited to eat at their small bar. At first I was skeptical but the menu offerings looked freaking amazing. Two of us ordered the grass fed burger ($22), one ordered the filet ($45) one ordered potato leek soup (meh), and we had the cauliflower arugula appetizer to start. Appetizer let us know the chef wasn't effing around. Burger was served with a lovely salad topped with fresh berries and a vinaigrette (instead of the typical fries). Steak was at least 2" thick. This was the best burger I've ever had at a restaurant. And my friend who ordered the steak said it was the best steak he's ever had. The dessert offerings were made in-house but we were too stuffed to partake. The chef is the owner. It was interesting that he took our order rather than the server/bartender but service was great. The restroom around the back barely functions lmao, but you know, out here, any toilet will do. If you're coming from CA on the 15, check road conditions before your trip. Our exit (Kelbaker) was closed and the next exit wasn't for 13 miles. There was no warning, nor detour signs beforehand. Big waste of time and gas thanks to Caltrans or some other agency. read more

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Thank god there is a small restaurant here, cause other businesses are closed. The old 50s feel ambience, small but able to seat 4-5 per table. The menu isn't a lot but they have enough of a selection you'll be full. Recommend the cauliflower, the burger and the Salisbury steak. Local beers also available! Great service :) read more

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Highly recommended for dinner. Also highly recommended to call for reservations. I saw several people turned away due to lack of space; the restaurant is not large and I felt lucky to have a seat at the bar. I ordered the Filet Mignon, which was cooked perfectly to the medium rare I requested. Sides included fantastic mashed potatoes and vegetables. I added dessert: a gigantic slice of cheesecake topped with a sublime berry/lavender sauce. Absolutely rich, decadent and delicious. Chef seems to be one of the hardest working chefs around. Judging from the conversation I overheard at the bar, he is head chef, sous chef, manager, shopper, server and host. And somehow out in a tiny town in the middle of nowhere, he creates sublime dishes that will blow you away. The folks at the bar next to me said they drove in from Las Vegas for dinner at Steaks and Beer. Well worth it, believe me. Speaking of beer, I myself did not indulge but the selection looks great. I can't wait to come back! Thank you, Chef! read more

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AGAIN ALWAYS TOP KNOTCH! Eric and Rule are The Best Duo!!! If your in Tecopa or driving through call and see if you can get reservations at this place. He has 2 different time slots for seating, cause it's a small establishment like 5-6 tables, and a bar top. Exceptional service and Food Everytime. I always ordered the salisbury steak but this time I got the 6 ounce filet mignon and it was outstanding cooked to perfect perfection, medium rare. Never disappointed, it's 1 hour and 30 mins drive from Vegas. They Open at 6pm I believe call to make reservations before. read more

Steaks and Beer - Steakhouses Near Me - Tecopa, California

Seriously good steakhouse in this tiny desert town. Very small and reservations recommended as the small five-table dining room fills up quickly. Steaks perfectly cooked with flavorful sides and your choice of quality bottled craft beer or wine. If you are lucky, you may also enjoy being entertained by the renowned classical guitarist, Tom Reddick who, coincidentally, spends significant time in Tecopa. It's a real treat to enjoy the quality steak dinner in an Intimate setting enhanced by classic acoustic guitar notes lingering in the air. What better way is there to end your day of traversing the Death Valley Landscape or having soaked away the hours in the many hot springs? read more

Who knew in the middle of the desert oasis that is Tecopa, if you know you know, there's one of the best meals of your life. Steak & Beer serves just that, Steaks & Beers. My friends and I went and ordered the whole enchilada before soaking in the mud. We started with the soup du jour which on this day was a potato truffle and boy was it dank. This alone was worth the 90 minute drive out of town. Second course was the warm arugula & cauliflower salad which is served with a delicious apple butter. This was some voodoo magic. When I heard apple butter, arugula and cauliflower in the same sentence, I was like ew; holy bananas was I wrong! Order it. Trust me. Next up was the filet, which we ordered medium. Cooked to perfection. Served with a beautiful truffled balsamic reduction, mixed veggies and dreamy creamy mashed. Hands down, one of the best meals of my life. To round of off, we got a warm date cake topped with ice cream and date syrup. Steak & Beer, more like DANK & CHEER. 10/10 open September through May. Do yourself and favor and eat here; then soak and sweat it out in the mud. read more

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The steaks are fantastic and they know it. The ribeye looked amazing but huge. The cheese plate is really amazing as well. Yeah the mashed potatoes, veggies, desserts. Loved the DGAF decor because the food is so good. Reservations a must as it's a small place. read more

Heard about this restaurants from friends, so when we made a visit to Death Valley and stayed in Tecopa we made a reservation for 7pm and was excited about our dinner. We showed up just before 7 pm & was asked if we have reservation, since they only have 6 tables you need one, we were showed to our table for 4, at first we did notice it was on the hot side in the room, it's a small room so with about 20 people inside, it was sort of stuffy, AC would be nice, but we ordered drinks ($8 for a glass of wine, which was a great pour! so worth it) We ordered the $110 prix fix dinner for 2 which included: a Cheese Board for 2 (sorry no pics, we were so excited we just started eating it) but it was wonderful with apples, blueberries with an apple butter and honey sauce, 3 different cheeses and bread. Next came a salad for each person, so fresh and a wonderful dressing, on to the soup but they ran out (we were the last seating of the day) so they served us a pasta dish..now I am not sure who got the better deal, the soup people or the pasta people BUT I will tell you it was the best pasta I have had in a long time! Next came the steak, for the prix fix you get one steak with mashed potatoes and veggies for 2, which after everything I just ate was fine! the steak was cooked perfect!! there was a sauce on it (not sure what it was) but it was excellent! Potatoes and veggies again were great. We finished with the Chefs choice for dessert, which was a Date Bread (from China Ranch) with a wonderful cherry sauce and vanilla ice cream, I shouldn't have eaten it but it was so, so good you just had to finish it! Even though the kitchen was very busy, Chef Eric found time to come out to each table and make sure everything was okay!, the person helping him (sorry we didn't get your name) was excellent and always there if you needed something. We will go back to Tecopa just to eat Steak and Beer and if you are in the area make sure you go!! But from what we hear they are closed from May to October because of the heat out there, so make your plans wisely. read more

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An honest to goodness exceptional chef out here where you certainly wouldn't expect to find one. We did the full-on multi-course inclusive dinner. Wow. No B.S. Exceptional steak quality and perfectly prepared. Nice cheese platter, delicious mushroom soup then salad, followed by the main course of steak and mashed potatoes with veggies, then concluding with fried shortcake alamode. Again, wow. read more

We've heard about this little gem in the desert for years and finally went. It was outstanding! It's very rustic and cozy, but the food is amazing! Make sure to call for reservations before you go! read more

Eric the owner and chef extraordinaire grilled our amazing steaks! He has a nice, rustic establishment not to big not to small with an outside patio and I guess sometimes he has music from a live band...it had rained so no music. The steaks the ribeye, the filet mignon were delicious, sides were a veggie medley and potatoes...just outstanding. We most likely will never be back in this area...but go if you are and book a reservation! Thanks Eric for bringing your amazing talent to Shoshone! read more

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This place has amazing food! Small menu so it makes it easy to pick what to eat and everything is so good. Had filet mignon, cauliflower appetizer, soup of the day (potato), Salisbury steak and cheese board all to share. The restaurant is small with only a few tables so reservations are highly recommended. Very chill. Go there after soaking at the hot springs for the day and leave happy! read more

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This was a little gem out in the desert. We got the 5 course meal for 2 with the ribeye, definitely worth it. The staff was very friendly, though it's a tiny place so a little slow. The best part was the live music. Dunno if that's a regular thing or if we got lucky, but that guy was amazing at guitar. read more

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Easy seating, prompt service limited dining options. We indulged with anOrchard salad that had a surprising array of fresh fruit, blueberries, strawberries and greens. Salisbury steak had chopped cubed carrots as an interesting edition. Mashed potatoes were very tasty and a pleasant amount. Ribeye steak was the largest I've ever eaten and tender. Would recommend can feed two. Second night had filet mignon with the same sides, mashed potatoes, and a vegetable medley and pasta plate with read more

Good food and honest crew. I got the burger because I wasn't prepared to find this spot. I was camping nearby and saw it and wasn't even sure it was a restaurant. It's a hidden gem for sure. I came in with no reservation because I didn't know I needed one. The two chefs were cool about it and let me sit at the bar. Cooking things did take a little longer but I think I was just impatient because I was hungry. I saw every table getting the cheese and fruit plate and I regretted not getting it. Listen- I wasn't prepared for the gourmet food that came out of this kitchen. But I should have been when I saw the homegrown micro greens in the kitchen window. The burger was fantastic. Probably one of the best burgers I've ever had. Two other no reservations came in and sat with me and I convinced them to get the burger as well and they were impressed too. The berries balsamic salad that comes with it is nothing to scoff at either. I honestly almost asked if they grew all of it too because it was great. I damn near licked the plate. I decided to try the dessert. Though they don't have the cherry dessert anymore the other chef with the hat and long hair got me to try the date dessert. I've never had anything like it. It was rich and dense and sweet. So good I let my neighbor try mine. Couldn't be helped. They had to try it. That good. Price for a burger, dessert and 2 sodas ran me about $45 before tax and tip. Not bad for the quality I got. The chef is a take no shit guy. You take it or leave it. He knows he's a good chef and they have reservations booked out. I appreciate this kind of direct hospitality. He's not here to inflate your ego he's a chef and if you know anything about back of house-- then you know what I mean. I also don't think he's mean. He's to the point and if you saw how busy they get right away, it's a time saver. I came back home to Vegas and immediately started telling my friends about this place. We will be back for this place. read more

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Excellent steak; best ever. Tender, delicious marinade, melts in your mouth. We got the 5-course meal for 2. So much food, it fed me, my husband, and 10-year-old son. read more

Gayle and I rolled into nearby Shoshone after a long drive from Genoa NV through the Eastern Sierra via Manzanar and Death Valley. It was around 7:30ish, it was dark, and we were hungry. Unfortunately, the Crowbar Cafe across the street was closed and the only in-town options was the Chevron mini-mart next door to the Shoshone Inn. The nice person at the front desk suggested we take a further 20 minute drive to Tecopa, where she thought Steak and Beer would be open for a little while longer, and that she'd heard good things about. So off we went. After a dark "where are we?" ride, we finally saw the relatively dim lights of Steak and Beer on the right. We parked, walked up to the building, and cautiously opened the door. Inside was a very small dining area, a bar, and a tiny separate 1-table room to the right that Gayle and I rested our weary bodies, and ordered dinner. But first the "entertainment". A few minutes after we ordered, the next room seemed to erupt in an intense verbal argument among 2-3 couples about some undefined subject. One woman in particular got so angry and loud that Gayle and I thought there was a 50-50 chance that she was going to either walk out in a huff, or throw a punch. But before Gayle could hold me back so I could take a look and watch the show (I think I said something to the effect of "Now this is a Party!"), the owner effectively shut the argument down (either stop or take it outside), then making sure that we were OK. Again, this is a small place and sound traveled, even in the romantic area we had to ourselves. The even more enjoyable part was when the now peaceful party of friends (who knew we heard it all) were particularly gracious towards us as we passed their table on the way out. Back to the main course...... The food was fabulous! We split a well prepared filet mignon, a delicious vegetable mash, and cherries jubilee for dessert. I picked out a nice draft beer to start the evening and then switched to Gayle's previous red wine choice that matched up well with our meal. The other menu selections were somewhat limited, but were so interesting that we'd gladly come back and explore the choices a little more. We also came back the next day to see this place in the daylight (hence the picture). Steak and Beers was probably our most interesting and unexpected "foodie" experience in a long time. It's local, it's not candlelight and white table cloths, you can leave any pretentions at the door, and you'll be hard pressed to have a better meal out anytime soon. And in the middle of nowhere! read more

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The restaurant was full when we arrived but we were happy to wait for a table. Hanging out outside under the pink and purple lights was really pleasant and the atmosphere inside was super cosy. Perfect after watching the sun go down over the hot spring. A friend and I shared the $55 1lb ribeye and it was one of the best steaks I've had in my life. I also ordered a coke and was given bottled Mexican coke - a total bonus and how I knew the place was gonna be good. The service was fast and no fuss - the chef came out in his Wolverine tshirt and basketball shorts to take our order, cooked it up, and brought it out himself. He helped bus the tables too! Between him and the guy manning the bar, the service was exceptional. I went last week and am returning again this week :) read more

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5 stars for the pics of the food on Yelp minus 2 stars for twice not being open during their posted hours on Yelp = 3 stars. This looks like the type of place I love eating at, especially because of the pics and reviews on Yelp. But it's a long, long drive to Tecopa just to find out they're not always open during their hours posted on Yelp. If you find yourself in the same boat and Steaks and Beer is closed when you arrive I suggest the Crowbar in Shoshone as the better alternative. read more

This place has rave reviews. And I'm sure there's a reason. I just wish I could've gotten that experience. For anyone reading this - the hours are not what are posted. They're open 5-8pm. Only a few days a week (thurs-mon I think). Many places online and even at resorts nearby say 6-10. My partner and I arrived a little before 8pm. Owner was about to close. We were so bummed because I came for the amazing steak I heard about. And a nice birthday dinner. I tried to call and make a reservation earlier but no one answered. He was nice enough to say that he could make us some food to go. I got a steak salad. My boyfriend got a vegan veggie pasta. I will say the chef was relatively accommodating, given he was about to close. The decor inside is quite funny. It's super small. 3-5 small tables. Humorous signs on the walls. They were fun to read while we waited for our food. My steak salad was not as good as I expected. The salad was amazing. Harvest salad. Super fresh fruit. But the steak was over cooked (I was never asked how I liked it). However my boyfriends vegan pasta not only smelled amazing, but tasted incredible too. Lots of flavor. I'm not saying we wouldn't go back. But I hope for a better experience next time. And I see am grateful to the chef for the last minute cook job. read more

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If I could describe this restaurant in one word that would be Extraordinary. The place it self is stuck back in time and its located ways away from city lights and glamour. When you step inside you will find a this small restaurant stuck in time and you will wonder, what did I get my self into. The menu is modest and not many things to choose from. But If you still want to stay, maybe this is not that bad. The server/host is the only person working alongside with this amazing Chef. The customer service is excellent. Make sure you make the reservation because you might wait some time until the table opens up. The food is Extraordinary! This simple Menu comes with tons of flavors and so delicious food. The ribeye is so tasty-tender and juicy glazed with secret sauce thats enhancing the flavors of the ribeye even more. The burger is out of this world. The short rib is mouth-watering and so satisfying. The only thing that you have to do once done with this scrumptious food is to look up and see the stars, pretty amazing. read more

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One of the best meals you'll ever have in your life is waiting for you in Tecopa. Chef Eric is the goat. Nuff said. read more

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This place is destined to be on a foodie TV show. You will have bragging rights just from eating at this place. It's unique. The food is amazing. Chef Eric is awesome at cooking bomb meals. The filet or the burger is my go-to. Also try the cheesecake. If you come try this place it will give you stories to tell your friends. By no means is this place "normal".... but what's good about normal? Nothing in Tecopa is normal. If you're anywhere within 90min drive of this place it's worth a detour to come check it out. Go sit in the hot springs nearby before or after your meal and you're officially cool in my book. read more

Place has good food. But there is one big flaw and the reason I didn't give five stars. The reason we will never return. We called and made a reservation at 12:00pm for 6 people plus a baby (who is 9 months) and the man on the phone he had availability at 7pm. I said perfect! I also said on the phone that two of the six people were small kids. Anyways we walked in at 6:55 and told them we had a reservation at 7 under Kelsey. They asked how many and I told them again the 6 plus a baby. The man at the front turned to the chef and told him. The chef replied very rudely how did it turn into 7 and was so rude. The man at the front was nice and said he would put some table together. So we waited a little bit and then go said at two very small round tables by the window. That was fine we made it work. I'm the meantime there was another party of two sat by the window. The man at the front was taking beer order for people outside. The chef was cooking and then would come out and take orders too. So the chef came out and went directly to the two men by the window greeted them and took their orders and and then came to our table. He was like what do you want. And we said we'll do you have any menus. He walked away hugged and puffed and returned with some menus. But he didn't hand them to us and apologize for the air or anything, he TOSSED them at us all around the table. I was in shock. I come from a fine dining restaurant background and I've never been treated like that. After he tossed the menus at us he walked away. Didn't explain anything, didn't tell us what the menu was about, but he did with other tables. So we looked at the menu and decided. We then sat there and waited and waited. Eventually my Jain and got up to order drinks from the guy at the front since no one was going to take our drink order either. And the guy at the front got that wrong. He got my husbands beer wrong but at that point we didn't correct them. The chef eventually came back out and took our order. We thought that the prefix menu came with pasta because it was listed above the prefix menu. We wanted the pasta for the kids. When it didn't come we asked and he said he didn't come with the prefix. We said ok and ordered it separate for them. The food was good, but not worth the drive and especially due to the service. When you go here be aware they use goat cheese a lot and truffle. Nothing was ever explained to us and there was no desertions on the menu either. So be careful. We drove out from Vegas to try. Needless to say we will not be back. HORRIBLE SERVICE. The chef thinks he is something special because he came from the Cosmopolitan in Vegas. read more

As a young musician touring around the newly reopened East Germany, it took a while to get used to "restaurants" where the only option was "The Meal That We're Serving Tonight". If that meal was Bratwurst with potatoes and sauerkraut- and you didn't want Bratwurst- then your options were "Sauerkraut or Potatoes" This place is similar. If you don't want Steak, then your options are essentially the sides that go with steak OR pasta. To be fair, the owner and the menu were both clear about this. Being that we didn't want steak, but wanted more than a salad, we each ordered the pasta, and it was fine. But clearly, this place is as advertised - a Steak and Beer place. If you go in expecting this, you won't be disappointed. Prices are reasonable for the isolated location and cheaper than anything you'd get on The Strip next door in Vegas. 4-stars for advertising integrity and for what looked like some pretty fabulous steaks (even though we can't eat red meat). read more

This is the best place to get a steak if you're in the Shoshone Tecopa area. It is a very small restaurant with limited seating. It's highly recommended you call ahead to make a reservation to make sure they can serve you. Tecopa is a very small town and this is a very fine restaurant you will enjoy discovering. read more

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I found my new favorite spot! Great food and fantastic service! The place were food is made with love! read more

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Short ride off 127 for a brew some good food for dinner or breakfast. A nice break in drive to Death Valley or Baker. read more

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Excellent food and service. Definitely make a reservation in advance. Small quaint venue.

It was perfect. Food, service and ambiance. Like eating in someone's home. Reflects Tecopa vibe. Make reservations!