We were on our way to SoCal and wanted to try out a new restaurant on our way down from the Bay…read moreArea. Originally, we had planned on dining at Harris Ranch but after checking out their menu, I was not impressed by the choices as we would be limited to order from their breakfast menu at the time of arriving at the restaurant, and it was not an impressive selection. We quickly pivoted and came across Willow Ranch and were very excited to try so many of their dishes. We walked into the coziest little restaurant that just gives you that small town feel. Real homey and we were instantly greeted warmly by the gal at the front. She asked if we wanted to sit at the corner booth, which we gladly accepted. She took our drink order, gave us menus and let us know our server would be over shortly. Our server Destiny came over a little while later, but my son was still undecided since there was so much deliciousness to choose from, he couldn't make up his mind (it was difficult for all of us, TBH!); Destiny had to give us more time, and come back a little later. He finally settled on the Tri-tip dinner, and oh my goodness... what a fine choice he made! It was sooo tender, and melted in your mouth as soon as it hit your tongue! Wow! I don't know if I've ever had tri-tip that tender before! It was served with a fresh side salad with Italian dressing, steamed veggies, a buttered roll, and baked beans. Any time I see anything close to resembling a French Dip, I have to try it. I had the Willow Dip, which was delicious! Hot and savory served on a toasted onion bun, and a yummy au jus to dip! A close cousin to the French Dip. I substituted my side for onion rings and they had a great crunch too. My other son had the sampler platter that included chicken strips, buffalo wings, onion rings and mozzerrella sticks but asked his chicken strips be subbed for all buffalo wings, and Destiny was so sweet and accomodating. My daughter ordered the Philly Cheesesteak with french fries and they were both to kill for!Sooo so good!! Literally like a slice of heaven that Philly Cheesesteak! It may have been my favorite of all the food we had today! My husband ordered the Plow Boy and it was loaded with meat and really tasty! We were so stuffed, we could not finish it all! We are definitely coming back here on our way back home, we still have so much more to try... the Ranch Benedict, the Chicken Fried Steak, the Ribeye steak! The staff is amazing! Hats off to your chefs! This restaurant is stellar! Will be making this a must visit on our annual SoCal trips!

So I am not exaggerating when I tell you that the trip-tip sandwich is fantastic! The meat is…read moretender and well-seasoned, quite lean but still unctuous. One gets a generous portion and the sandwich was big enough for my husband and I to share with a side of tasty sweet potatoe fries (a bit extra - or you can get plain potato fries for no extra charge). We also got a side of the creamy coleslaw which is ok and even better if you add salt and a dash of malt vinegar (it needs acid imo). I didn't take a photo of the sandwich because so many other yelpers have already done so. But trust me it's worth the stop. Service is super warm and friendly, the place is spotlessly clean, and I am a fan. We liked the sandwich so much we ordered another to go for lunch the next day. I only wish I had room for pie! They offer a wide selection of pies and I've gotta think they are yummy too. Next time.

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.

The prices at IHOP are crazy now. No way do I feel like i'm getting a $20 value with anything I…read moreorder. The food's still good, but it's breakfast food. It is not something special to cost that much. I do like how you can make a combo out of anything. At least this location lets you pay at the table with their tablet.

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.

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

Super tasty. Close to gas stations. Worth the hype. Def stop by…read more I got two pupusas and a horchata. Pretty big portion of food for me. In the future I would split 3 with one other person.

RIP OFF FOOD TRUCK!! Yesterday, March 21, 2026…read moreI paid for our lunch. The total cost was $41 This place automatically charged my card 25% tip. Which came out to be a new total of $52 2 burritos (no meat) 1 taco plate 1 horchata $52!!!!! NEVER AGAIN!! 1/2 star

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.

Well get ready, country bumpkin, for a burger worth the journey. This sweet and lovely spot, with…read morecountry music playing and hand painted scenes on the wall will melt your heart. The colossal burger is freakin delish; pastrami and ground beef with special sauce and melted cheese. Get the combo and have some phatty steak fries and a soda drink. I love the service and the style of this place. Even the drive out there is good for the soul. I highly recommend Golden Bull. Its become my new favorite spot to eat and enjoy some peace of mind.

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!

Found this truck at a stop on the way back to NorCal from SoCal…read more It was kind of parked off the road near a gas station. There are tables to sit and eat if you didn't want to take your food in the car. The service was quite slow, we had to wait 30 mins for 2 pupusas which was kind of surprising. The pupusas themselves were ok. We tried the pork one and the jalapeño one. They were both just ok. Nothing special. They were very sparse with filling.

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

Found a new place to eat. It is in Buttonwillow California and it is called Taste of India…read more The food was absolutely DELICIOUS!!!!! I WILL GO AGAIN. To start, the service was excellent. Older gentleman and he was great. Very attentive and nice. The decor and atmosphere were authentic Indian and it felt nice being there. Now the food. I had salad, Garlic Naan, Rice and Cheese Masala. The salad, rice and Naan were really good. However, the Cheese Masala was friggin superb. So much flavor packed in that little bowl. Was worth every penny I paid. I very highly recommend this place.

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.