I cannot say enough great things about this place! My son and I stopped here a couple years ago on…read moreour way home to the Bay Area from Southern California. I was tired of fast food on our road trip and wanted something more real. We stopped here to check it out and everything about our experience was perfect. From the moment we walked in the door we were greeted within 30 seconds even though the 3 servers on the floor were VERY busy, they got back with us within a minute, sat us, and immediately got a drink order. When they came back they asked if we were ready to order. We were in a hurry, so when the Server came back to quality check our food we ordered dessert to go and asked for the check so we could get back on the road as we were eager to get home. We were so impressed with our service and honestly, the delicious diner food, that we planned to stop here again on our way home from our yearly trip this year. We had a different server this year, but everything about the experience was identical. Wonderful, tasty, timely, kind... Thank you, Willow Ranch staff, we will certainly make you part of our plan every year! I also wanted to note that I am a career server and the details matter to me. It is so amazing when someone like myself can receive the kind of service that I am proud to give when I'm working. I also witnessed the front of house staff engaging in friendly banter with the kitchen staff and I just love that. I am also close with the team on our line and I think that makes a huge difference in the overall performance of the restaurant.

If you are on that long stretch off the 5 Hwy and need a break for some good food and comfortable…read moreenvironment with decent prices, stop by the Willow Ranch BBQ restaurant. It's hidden behind EZ gas station which has great prices today 4.99 a gallon I have stopped here twice and not disappointed! I had BLT sandwich, yum! Nice big slices bacon. I bet their BBQ is great!. So hot though this pass I like to eat light! Nice serving for lunch and I know it's a truckers stop! Clean and family friendly! Lots of history in this area!! Check it out, don't think it will disappoint!!

Just a shockingly good experience. Great ambiance, great service. I'm just honestly surprised a…read morerestaurant stop IHOP was this amazing. Had an omelette with my wife, and we both raved about how much better this was than most expensive brunch options in our hometown. Highly recommend, you will be amazed. The only downside is that the bathrooms are very clean, but need to be heavily bleached to get rid of the unpleasant smell.

If you find yourself heading out of town going west on the 58 and you're hungry then stop at IHOP!…read moreIts next to a gas station and there is plenty of parking. We were seated right away and staff was great. Food was delicious! My mom loved her country fried steak, my omelet was delicious! And both our meals came with pancakes which were fluffy and sweet!

Huge props to the kind guy who helped me with my sandwich! I wish I could give higher stars just…read morefor that but, I think you should be deterrred from stopping here on the I5 literal cockroaches, bad bathrooms, broken door... it defintely needs some love. The dinging room is pretty nice but I felt icky after going to the unstocked bathroom with two out of order stalls and seeing everything else! Went next door for Starbucks afterwards and while the bathrooms weren't super clean, they were new so just fyi

I stopped by this Subway on our way to Fresno. I wanted a quick snack to fill me up during the…read moredrive. My goal was to get a bag of chips. When I walked inside, they were not busy at all. I was the only customer inside and the lady working was prepping the bread. I looked at the options of chips but then saw some cookies on display. So I wanted the chocolate chip cookie instead. I didn't see any on the display but the lady working told me they just came out of the oven and was hot. So I got one of that cookie as my snack. The lady working today was very nice with me and I didn't have any issues.

This was a find if you like authentic dive Mexican food, which we do…read more It's a food truck with a stand-up tent next to it shading picnic tables. Lots of locals stop because the food is good and not crazy expensive. The only downside was that on a very warm summer day at noon-ish, there were a number of flies trying to find some shade too. IIRC, they prefer cash, and charge a bit more to process cards, so be aware of that. We understand why and had no problem with that policy. Overall, we'd gladly stop back and give them our business. The food is much better than a corporate drive-through fast-food restaurant.

Pupusas were so good. We were the only customers at the time so food came out pretty quickly, very…read morehot and fresh. There's something special about the coleslaw that came it, so good! It was spiced and vinegar-y, cutting through any heaviness from the pupusas. There's plenty of seating by the food truck under a tent, making it feel like a very simple meal. This was a great pit stop off the 5!

I was craving that "greasy diner" burger kind of meal so I visited the Golden Bull as it is close…read moreto my home and I didn't have to go into town and deal with 5:00 traffic. I arrived around 5:15pm and there were a couple of cars in the parking lot. I expected to see patrons in the seating area however, it was empty. Their hours are 6am to 6pm so I felt kind of bad showing up 45 mins before closing. The staff was very kind and friendly and didn't show any signs of being bothered that I was there. I was out by 5:30 to take my food home. I ordered a Jr. Cheeseburger for my son, nothing on it, just meat and cheese. I didn't specifically say "no sauce" so it did have some thousand island type sauce on it. Honestly, my son had no idea and ate almost all of it before he opened it and saw it and suddenly didnt like it. (He liked it, he just doesn't like things to be different) perfect size for a child's burger. A little bigger than a McDonald's burger. My husband ordered the pastrami which comes with pickles and mustard. He added Swiss cheese and says it could have used a little more than what they added. According to him it was good, but nothing remarkable and it had plenty of meat. No negative comments. I had the bacon cheeseburger which came with chopped lettuce, tomato, pickles, and that Thousand Island type pink sauce. The burger was good, it had the taste I was craving. That flat grill char really hit the spot. My burger was drippy. There was one large tomato slice that fit the entire burger. I had to drop some of the lettuce out because it kept falling out anyway and I wanted to have more of the other flavors pop. There was about two slices of bacon and only 3 pickle chips. I personally love pickles so I would ask for extra next time. I also ordered a large fry and large onion ring to share. I preferred the fries over the onion rings but both were good. I like BBQ sauce with my onion rings but I was not a fan of their BBQ. I don't know how to explain the flavor. It was a runny sauce and had almost this Mexican spice flavor to it. I mixed some ranch with it and I liked it better that way. I also ordered a piece of baklava. They said they get other from someone who makes it at home. Risky? Maybe. Worth it? Oh yeah.

So maybe one day you just have a hankering for a diner-style burger, you know the kind, juicy…read morenot-too-think patty and fresh veg. Well, head on over to Golden Bull. Okay, so is a little bit out of the way, but it's a fast drive, and if you live on the westside of town it's faster than driving into downtown. The onion rings are amazing, perfect, they don't fall apart, so crispy and golden. You can get a shake, they are made with soft-serve and syrups, but still really yummy. My top picks are the onion rings, fried zucchini, burger and green salads. All are diner-style. And don't forget, they have breakfast too! The staff is so kind and welcoming and exemplifies the motto of "service with a smile". I even accidentally dropped my tray while bussing my table after eating and they helped me and were so nice about it, even though I felt like such a klutz! I appreciate their kindness and not making me feel bad about the mess.

If this gem is in your way stop and order! The food is sooooo delicious. Made to order by the…read moreladies in the back! It didn't take too long, shorter than waiting in an in and out line that's for sure. We have a permanent food stop on all our trips back home from so cal!

Stopped to get gas off highway 58 and spotted the sign for pupusas and had to give this truck a…read moretry! It's located directly across the street from the Shell gas station. I was greeted by the friendly hostess at the order window and the menu was nearby to see the extreme variety of meats that you normally don't see at restaurants in the bay! If you haven't tried before, order the cabeza, tripa and lengua tacos! I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Full of flavor and beef that just melts in your mouth. I'd drive back a hundred plus miles just to have these again. The papusas are worth a try if you haven't tried before. They're a solid choice and I'd go with the pork and beans if you're a first timer. It's a bit hot out in Buttonwillow during the summer but they do have a bit of shade and few tables as you enjoy your authentic tacos!

I highly recommend this place to everyone. I've visited many times and will continue coming back…read more I've also recommended it to my friends, and they enjoy visiting as well. Whenever I drive to Los Angeles, this is the one place I look forward to stopping at for delicious, homestyle food. It has become a tradition for me to visit both on my way to LA and on my return to the Bay Area. The staff is always warm, polite, and welcoming--they truly make you feel at home. There is usually a bit of a wait, but that's because they prepare the food fresh, and they never disappoint. The quality, taste, and consistency make the wait worthwhile. I only wish they would open a franchise in the Bay Area! Until next time, keep growing and serving the same fresh, delicious food. Please continue maintaining the excellent quality that makes this place so special. My rating of this establishment is 10 STARS

We stop here about once a year on our way to so cal. It's consistently so good and authentic. I…read morethink it's authentic I mean lol I guess I'm not qualified to state that factually lol but our family just loves their food. We always order a lot so we can bring leftovers to our hotel. We eat a ton of Indian food - and this restaurant remains one of our favorites. The prices are so reasonable and the service is always so welcoming and friendly! Parking is really convenient in the lot right in front. I really like this place and can't wait to stop here again the next time we roll through! I think the ac might've been broken today, but other than being a tad warm inside lol, it was a perfect diner experience

I have always loved Popeyes' spicy fried chicken, but since fried food is supposedly unhealthy, I…read moredon't indulge too often. On the road between the Bay Area and LA, I found a perfect excuse to get some "unhealthy" food because this restaurant is located conveniently off the freeway. The interior is nicely decorated: cheerful colorful, spacious, and clean. Bathrooms are close by and pleasant. I ordered with the app about ten minutes ahead of arrival and my order was ready when I got there. The lady at the counter was friendly and welcoming. So I'd say service was excellent. The two of us shared two items from the $6 menu: a 3-piece spicy chicken (two thighs and a breast) and a spicy chicken sandwich. Food was hot and fresh and delicious. The sandwich came in a soft, light bun; and the piece of chicken breast was scrumptious, moist, and tasty. The spicy fried chicken was meaty and tender. At $6 each, I would say that it was a very good value. Will definitely stop by again next time I drive through this area.

This is my go-to spot whenever I'm on the road between the Bay Area and LA. After 2 to 3 hours…read morebehind the wheel, you really need a reliable place to stretch your legs, refuel the car, and grab a hot meal. The Location: Perfectly situated at the Buttonwillow gas station hub. It is incredibly convenient for a quick transition from the highway to a comfortable seat. The facility is a great place to take a rest and make sure your "tummy is comfortable" before the next leg of the trip. The Food: The food is consistently good--hot, fresh, and exactly what you crave during a long drive. My only piece of advice is to double-check your bag before you pull away from the window or leave the counter. While the food is "yummy," they occasionally mix up the specifics. For example, if you prefer all dark meat, you might find a piece of white meat in there if you don't check. Also they just swapped the chicken piece even though you have taken your order to your table. They should not do it as they won't know what customer has done to the food. Overall: A nice, reliable place to have a meal and a necessary break during a long trip. I'll definitely be back on my next drive down south or North!

This is a rest stop Starbucks and it's really not bad at all. It's clean, service is friendly and…read moremy order didn't take long to come out, even though it was kind of busy in the mid-afternoon. I ordered from their limited edition/special menu and scanned my app. The cashier offered to use some of my stars for $$ off my order but I prefer to save my stars for something bigger later. But that was helpful. They have one of those boards that displays the status of your order and they still call your name when it's ready. There is a bathroom at this location. It's hard not to like.

My wife and I stopped by this Starbucks for our rest stop on our way to Fremont. My wife was…read morecraving her chai latte so this Starbucks was on our route. We came in the early morning so they weren't as busy. When we walked inside, my wife was able to place her order for her iced chai latte and I just got iced water. She took our daughter to the bathroom to change her diaper but this location doesn't have a changing station in their bathroom. So my wife changed our baby diaper inside Starbucks sitting area. My wife like her iced chai latte, they changed the receipe but the barista was still able to make it the old way for her. Our drinks came out quick and the customer service here was amazing. She got her mom the jalapenos chicken pop and they both like that.

My husband and I made a stop here for a quick bite for lunch to take to go. My husband and I…read moreordered a sourdough grilled chicken sandwich. I had Mayo removed from mine. I ordered mine from the app and it was ready in less than the time given on the app. It was hot and a bit messy. The tables had crumbs on them. The bathroom didn't have much air circulation. It's more like a 3.5 for this visit here. Overall the order was correct and tasty.

Boba milk tea is sweet but good. The boba (tapioca balls that fit thru fat straw) are brown sugar…read moreflavor and really taste that way. I've had boba for decades including in Asia, and I have to say pretty good for a fast food place off I-5 near Bakersfield. The burgers are the usual, better than some other chains but a bit pricier too. I had a Jumbo Jack, and it has a lot of lettuce and tomato. I think they're over-cooked, but better safe than sorry. Other folks had some problems with their orders, but not me. Ambiance is lacking.