highly recommend not only did alicia make me the best matcha latte but the entire staff and environment was so nice and welcoming

We ended up going here before the big trek into the unknown of Joshua Tree national Park. Out of 1 million places to stop this was one of them. Wasn't sure if the Dez was referring to the desert and the many treasures associated with a hot, an empty desert, or if it was referring to desert. And my mind melted cheese is quite a dessert and I can appreciate it and eat it after a full meal. So we ended up with the grilled cheese sandwich, a hotdog a sausage, a quiche, some various drink drinks and a cookie. The flavors tickled my tongue. The workers tickled my emotions with too much help. Then I tickled myself after I ate because it was too good. Thank you. if you see me in the desert, don't approach me. I'm usually full. Full of emotions. Thank you read more

The Dez - Charmer - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

Came here for brunch. I was already craving sandwiches so this was perfect. There is indoor seating and a bit of extra seating in the front patio. Menu is small but all the sandwiches sound really appetizing. While we were browsing through the menu, there was a patron that was ordering and out of nowhere fell to the ground, unresponsive. The entire restaurant went still, but the staff there quickly rushed to her and made sure she wasn't hurt and called emergency assistance. The woman eventually came to and the paramedics came to check her out. These types of situations are difficult and no one really knows what they would do in the moment. I applaud the staff for springing into action and for staying calm. After the commotion, the restaurant, still in shock, slowly went back to normal. I placed an order for the Roasted Turkey Breast sandwich. It came with a chipotle aioli, bacon, white cheddar, lettuce, and tomato. The sandwich came with a side of chips. I was not prepared for how big this sandwich was! I ate half and saved the other half for later. The sandwich was really delicious, fresh, and light. The bread was perfectly toasted. I can be picky with sandwiches, but I would definitely come back and try everything on their menu. Prices were reasonable as well. I will say, a few days later, I was in Palm Springs and the party next to us was talking about The Dez, haha. So I guess it's a place people know. read more

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Came here for a quick breakfast before leaving JT. This is one of two spots called the Dez and this one serves meals as well as has seating vs the other spot which is primarily take away. We did come later around brunch time, approx 11:30 am and this place was super crowded. There is very limited outdoor seating and minimal indoor seating. Please be aware that dogs are permitted inside the cafe if you have allergies. Rock Climbers Brekky 4.5/5, this was a warm sandwich and very filling! They were able to put my bacon on the side as I don't eat pork so I was able to give this to my friend :) this definitely took some time to prepare though, expect about 20-25 minutes read more

The best meal we had the whole weekend. Stopped by here before hitting Joshua Tree National Park. Parking was easy and nearby farmer's market every Saturday. Portions were HUGE and tasted so fresh. Service was FAST. Chai was delicious. read more

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BLTs are my favorite sandwich, and they do a really good version. The bacon is cut/crumbled into smaller chunks, which gives the sandwich the most delightful crunch. The sourdough bread is rustic and yummy. I would have preferred crisp lettuce vs spring mix and juicier tomatoes (but I get that they are way out of season, so not their fault!) My husband loved his mesquite turkey toastie. Had a Reuben-ish quality with the melted cheese. There are a ton of fun specialty food options and Stumptown coffee to boot. Perfect lunch spot en route to the park. Note: it took 30 mins for our sandwiches to be ready on a busy day and there is limited seating. read more

Got the sausage roll (chicken sausage). Felt like a giant 'pig in a blanket'. Was tasty. Took like 10 minutes to warm up, which was surprising since it was already cooked. Wasn't even busy there at that time. Would come back and try other stuff. read more

The Dez is a fun little place to visit while you're in Joshua Tree. This place has tons of snacks and everything you'd need for a little charcuterie board or sweets after a day of hiking or sight seeing. It's also a good place to get gifts or souvenirs. There are apparently two Dez's and I believe this is the bigger one. I came in for coffee and a quick snack. I got a vanilla latte and a spinach and cheese quiche. Service was friendly and fast. I got my coffee quickly and they heated up my quiche as well. It's a good option for coffee but they also have sandwiches, pastries, and lots of unique snacks. read more

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Delicious, healthy food and warm service (4/5 Green Stars) I would definitely come here again and recommend trying it out for a meal or camping/hiking provisions. I had the Hummus & Lentil (V) - seasoned lentils tossed with lemon vinaigrette, baby lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes & red onion served on pita bread. I recommend eating it all together on the pita rather than deconstructing it with your fork, by the way! I also had the vegan sausage roll and thought it was excellent. And I know sausage rolls - they are one of my all-time favorite foods. The Beyond Meat sausage was combined with delicious pastry that was slightly spicy - I think they used Hot Italian sausages. And do not ignore the homemade ketchup that goes with it - it's really good! Staff members were very friendly and the restaurant is fun, unpretentious and stocked with good provisions. It's also dog-friendly, according to a cute write-up on DogTrekker : ) I'm giving the Dez 4/5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact, based on the following: * A good chunk of the menu is suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Reducing our meat intake is a key action for mitigating climate change, deforestation, water use, water pollution, and of course animal suffering. * Some ingredients for vegan dishes are organic - chickpeas for the wrap, brown rice for the Buddha bowl and cocoa for the almond joy date balls. * It's an inclusive restaurant - an important feature in this climate. * Room for improvement: skip the beef as it really has ridiculously big environmental footprints (carbon and land) compared to eggs, chicken, and pork. Use compostable to-go boxes instead of polypropylene. read more

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Came in with Lauren for a bite before heading into the park. Grateful for Kaylie's help on what to order but as a picky protein eater, didn't feel the kebabs were what I was hoping for. There's a few cute market items for purchase, seating and even gelato and other treats for take away. The vanilla / rainbow sprinkle cake looked AMAZING but I had some restraint and held off. Thankfully, Lauren shared her pita with me and we ate everything and were fueled for the park! read more

The Dez - Lentil hummus wrap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

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Officially my fave cafe in JT! It's really small inside but they somehow have SO much stuff--lots of gourmet salsas, chocolates, ice cream, and other food items you can purchase to go or as gifts and plenty of ready made meals. There's also some savory pastries and desserts behind the cashier that I didn't try but they looked delicious. They also have a decent sized menu of hot and cold sandwiches. I got a bbq beef panini and omggg it was the perfect bite to have right before I left to go back on the road. Very tender meat, crispy bread, and just the right amount of sauce. The sandwich also came with some chips. They also have an amazing date shake that you can get with different types of milk but the cashier recommended oat milk and I do not regret that choice bcuz the drink was SOOO creamy. There's also so many chunks of dates in the smoothie and it wasn't too sweet and perfect for a hot day. Overall great customer service with very friendly staff and delicious food :) read more

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One of our favorites in JT. Always a must. Their meat pies are as good as being in Australia. The coffees are bomb and their date shake is a must try. read more

So nice to have such a wonderful place here in JT. The owners are fabulous and really put integrity into their business. The food is consistently great. Thank you!!! read more

I ordered a caramel vanilla iced latte with oat milk. My boyfriend ordered a sugar free hot latte with oat milk. Both drinks were very good. They also sell food, but we did not order any food. It is a small location so they ask you to wait outside after ordering. It was quick and easy to order. Seem very popular and busy. Wait time wasn't long. The workers were friendly. No seating. read more

The Dez - Caramel vanilla iced latte with oat milk. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

The DEZ has two locations, this was the smaller one (they limit 4 people inside at a time). The bigger location is only 100 feet away where they have indoor seating. They have variety of breakfast and lunch options. We ordered their Turkey Pesto sandwich and the Lox Bagel. Wow! Their turkey pesto sandwich was utterly amazing and so good. The staff were super helpful and patient as it was our first time at Dez. I'd come back! read more

The Dez - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

Friendly, delicious and welcoming. The food was great and the waiter was attentive. The location was a bit lonely and empty for the day we came in but hope to revisit again read more

The Dez - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

The owner reached out to me and offered to comp our order, that acknowledgment was enough. Will come back knowing this level of accountability. read more

Cute little shop, coffee is good, and they have a nice variety of food for takeaway! The only downside is I ordered an avocado toast and it came with a lot of wilted arugula which I took out. Would definitely expect fresh arugula / ingredients when paying for food. read more

The Dez - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

My wife and wanted to grab a small bite to take with us to Joshua Tree. We ordered a coffee and a sandwich. We bought a premade potato salad as well. Service was fairly quick and while the space was very small, could probably fit 4 or 5 people and anything after that would feel cramped. read more

This is a local favorite and I can see why. The BLT was full of all ingredients with tons of bacon! The grilled cheese was delicious and the Cappellini pasta was perfect. The cake was a little dense, but still tender and tasty. read more

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ok first off LOVE THE VIBE here! very welcoming, fun and lots of little goodies to buy. the service was sooooooo helpful by giving recommendations or helping you understand the menu. The coffees are really good there. I got a vanilla latte and my brother got a cold brew both very delicious. Very simple. The food is incredible. This is a relatively new location for the business and they have a full-size kitchen, which allows them to create really good, tasty food, but you don't have to wait forever to get it! I got the grilled cheese on the first day and added avocado and bacon. Delicious! My brother got the roasted turkey sandwich which was so good that we went back the next day and I got the roasted turkey sandwich and he got lox on a toastie. I 100% recommend this place 1 million times over!!! read more

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During our one-night camping trip at Jumbo Rocks in Joshua Tree National Park, we decided to skip packing all our cooking supplies. A quick Yelp search for sandwich spots with good reviews led us straight to Dez Fine Food, and it absolutely lived up to its reputation! They have two convenient locations, just a few doors apart. One specializes in warm sandwiches, which is perfect if that's what you're in the mood for, and it's also where you'll find the restroom. We tried the Desert Dirt Smoothie, a Tuna Melt, and for my boyfriend, the Pastrami and Swiss. Every item was delicious and truly hit the spot. Staff were super friendly and helpful. We were thoroughly impressed and will definitely be returning! read more

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I was expecting slim pickings from Joshua Tree's restaurant scene given its more remote location but was pleasantly surprised by my meal at Dez. It's worth noting that there are a few locations (one is a takeout-only style place while we ate at the larger location ~30 seconds next door). Note that the menus are slightly different in each so I'd recommend walking over to the larger place unless you are solely looking for takeout. The line can be a little longer but moves quickly and staff are friendly and upbeat. There are ~6-8 indoor tables and a handful of other outdoor tables but we were able to take a seat (you'll receive a number with your order if you dine-in) pretty easily. The sandwiches are large and flavorful and the mesquite BBQ was filling (albeit a little on the heavier side as you'd expect). Great place to stop by on the way or after a hike through Joshua Tree and centrally located near all the other main shops (e.g. Joshua Tree Coffee Company and near the Farmer's Market). read more

The Dez - Mesquite Smoked BBQ - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

Interesting. The food was good. I had a tuna sandwich that might have been one of the best, but there was some hair in my sandwich -- that's why I'm giving it three stars. I brought it back and they gave me a refund, so I can't complain; mistakes happen. read more

I was just here about 15 minutes ago, and I have to say the lack of customer service was pretty surprising, especially for such a busy place where you'd think customer experience would be a priority. When I walked in, there were two lines and everyone behind the counter seemed busy. I wasn't sure which line was for ordering, so I asked someone else in line. They explained that the other line was for waiting on drinks, so I stepped aside and got into the correct line to order. I stood there for about five minutes and the cashier never acknowledged me, not even a quick "I'll be right with you." I eventually had to walk up and ask if that was where orders were taken. She confirmed it and said she'd be with me in a second. When I started ordering, I asked about their macchiato drinks. The cashier (a brunette) gave me a really unpleasant look, looked me up and down, and told me they didn't have what I wanted but that I could try something else. Her reaction honestly threw me off, so I decided to skip getting a drink altogether. There were a lot of items on the menu I was excited to try, but the cashier's attitude completely ruined the experience and made me feel like I was bothering her just by being there. I ended up paying about $30 for two Dez Club sandwiches, which is a bit on the pricey side. The sandwiches themselves were good, no complaints there--but because of how I was treated, I would not come back again. It's disappointing because I had been looking forward to trying this place. read more

Such a cute and cozy vibe. Good was good and great selection of items This was our first time to Joshua Tree. If we ever come back we will definitely stop here again! read more

The iced lavender matcha latte was the best one I've had in a long time. The lavender was just the perfect amount of sweetness and flavor the pair with the matcha. read more

Wish I could have tried more...the food, the baked goods! We did get a hot and iced dirty chais...very good!! The woman at the counter was very friendly. They had so much to shop for, but it's small and busy (which is a good thing!) so I had a hard time looking at all the things! read more

The Dez - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

I rolled into Joshua Tree more dehydrated than a raisin in a sauna. The Dez saved my snack life--and my sanity. This place is cozier than your aunt's knitting den--cute, but if you blink, you might walk right past it. Be ready to queue like you're lining up for Coachella wristbands--turns out, everyone else apparently knows how good their croissants are  . What to Order Breakfast paninis: Thick enough to be your new bicep workout. Plenty of bacon, egg & pesto to feel like you deserve that second helping  . Stumptown coffee: So robust, you'll either hug a J-tree or start a philosophy rant in 5 minutes. Wait Time Bring a book--or five. You might become one with your avocado panini before it arrives. But once that first bite happens, the wait feels justified. If you want the food quicker, they have a to-go satellite store right across the road (Psst! I perfer this one) Vibe & Staff Friendly like they're thrilled you survived the desert just to worship their sandwiches. Takes away that "I'm stranded in the Mojave" feeling. Pros: Gourmet food packaged like a hug. Stumptown coffee that actually wakes you up. Compact and Instagram-able. Cons: It's small. Unless you're a solitary yogi, seating might be a mission. Wait times can rival a snail marathon. They function at desert speed--don't expect Starbucks efficiency. Final Verdict: If you want to feel like a snack king or queen in the middle of the desert--and you don't mind looking like you wrestled a giant croissant--stop here. Just bring patience (and maybe a deck of cards). 5 stars for the satellite (mostly for their speed and amazing staff) 4 for their main store. Let's call in a 4.5! read more

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When I find myself in the desert I hit up the Dez. I like to get my iced latte and brekkie here and everything is always soo good. There might be a line (in fact, there probably will be!) but don't let that deter you from stopping by. They've got a bunch of pastries, sandwiches, GREAT coffee, as well as cute and trendy market items and snacks to take into JTNP. It's a fine place indeed. read more

The Dez - Breakfast panini - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

Got an iced coffee and grilled cheese before heading into Joshua Tree National Park. This location is right near one of the entrances and super convenient. The sandwich was super delicious and they also have a bunch of other pastries and snacks, this is the perfect stop to fuel up before heading into the park. There are also a lot of cute stores in the area that are definitely stopping by. If you are in Joshua Tree I definitely recommend this spot! read more

The Dez - Grilled Cheese with tomato and avocado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Joshua Tree, California

Cozy, charming, fabulous food, very clean, delicious coffee. Will return! My husband had the rock climbers brekkie - eggs, avocado greens on toasted sourdough bread! Yumm! read more

For the love of all things breakfast just try the Breakfast Panini. The wait can be moderately long but it's well worth it. The staff are friendly, and the vibe is right. If we go on a 4 day trip to J Tree, we get breakfast sandos at The Dez 4 days straight, and that's just how it should be. read more

I freakin love this place. Food is always hot, fresh, hearty, they make a great matcha latte with oatmilk and honey (I get it extra strong), and the desserts are out of this world. They also have the best selections for snacks and deli items, thinking Whole Foods but even better....what a gem in the dessert!!!! Oh and did I mention there is an amazing wine shop next door? read more

The Dez wowed us for a very early breakfast before heading to Joshua Tree National Park. I had a warm (yes, because just out of the oven) tart heavy with berries--not too sweet, perfect. My partner had a flaky, well spiced homemade sausage roll. Great espresso, too. Don't miss it. read more

We asked and double asked to make sure our sandwich was without bacon. The person who handed over our order said yes to no bacon in food. :( for some people being vegetarian is more than just the choice of eating meat or not for some it can be religious. I made my family drive to this place and we patiently waited for our food and in the end served food with meat. Not good guys! read more

I was excited to try this place seeing all the good reviews, upon entering was greeted with a rude first impression. Asked what the difference was between the two places both called The Dez, the response was "one is brunch, one is to go sandwiches" in a condescending tone. Okay cool. Ordered coffee and a sausage roll, was served the food in a to go box. I thought this was the brunch place?? Confusing and rude service. Coffee was okay, nothing to write home an read more

Welcoming small cafe. Quick items to go, decent hot and cold sandwich menu. Gets 5 stars for the local charm and warmth of the owner and staff. read more

Awesome food. We tried both the spinach & feta quiche and the bacon and cheese quiche. Both were amazing! The pastry bread they use is flaky buttery and delicious. We also had the breakfast beagle and the premade capellini pasta they have is amazing. I would strongly recommend this place for breakfast. Especially if you're in a rush. 10 out of 10 would recommend. read more

ORDER breakfast panini (3.5/5) tuna melt (3.5/5) turkey pesto panini (3/5) overall, everything was lacking a bit of seasoning. the breakfast panini had the most flavor since it had bacon. the tuna melt and turkey pesto panini was on the plainer side. there was nothing special. SERVICE (5/5) only 4 people are allowed in the store at a time, so the wait was long. my order was wrong, but it was fixed super quickly. friendly service! AMBIANCE this is a takeout only restaurant, so it was quite small inside. however, they have a second location was tables available. there was a bit of a wait on a saturday afternoon. read more

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