Aldi is our favorite grocery store and one that we actively seek out, even if we don't need…read moregroceries. So when were in Yucca Valley during my wife's birthday, she wanted to go to see what was available in the 'Aisle of Shame' at this location...found two unique hooks that she's been looking for, along with clothes hangers. The store is well organized and well stocked. Of course, there were many things that were new, and I ended up buying quite a few food items to take back home. -- Grande Alberone Moscato (on sale for $7.99, Was $9.99). Very good, super easy to drink. Should become our new go-to NYE sparkling wine, if we can find it. -- on the opposite end, winking owl wine now comes in 3 liter boxes (comparable to 4 bottles) for $12.95. Supposedly will keep for 30 days after opening? -- Alcohol cheddar varieties for $1.99. Got craft beer cheddar (imperial stout) and purple moon cheddar (petite sirah). Continues to amaze me how inexpensive fresh strawberries are at Aldi's in california, even in the desert. A clamshell 16oz was $2.49, and they looked like good quality.

ALDI DOESN'T SAVE YOU MONEY, ALDI STEALS YOUR MONEY Aldi's…read morebad customer service and bad grocery quality has been addressed frequently on YELP, and it is all fact-based. I complained previously about false advertisement by Aldi, which is only the tip of the ice-berg. It is also true that they have the worst check-out personnel imaginable. Rude is an understatement. Almost every time I check out, there is at least 1 overcharge. One of their repeat abnormalities: banana weights, and charges. There are 2 weight prints, meaning the bananas are weighted twice. The first time I pointed at this, I was given a refund. The second time this occurred, the same manager -- Alyssa her name -- repeatedly ignored the 2 weight prints, alleging the charge was correct. Why would she confirm an overcharge in the first case, then allege it is all correct, while the same abnormality repeats ? In addition, I was overcharged more than 1 USD for the couscous. Alyssa's excuse, in line with their classic false advertisement: "Oh, we accidentally placed the wrong tag to it". None of these are accidental. They used to do the same with apples. I complained multiple times, then they stopped their false advertisement for apples. The cashier was Jamie. A consistently arrogant, intimidating, and rude cashier. Together with Alyssa, they make sure people get defrauded, and verbally abused. Behind this is intentional FRAUD, DECEPTION. ALDI does not save us money. ALDI steals money from us, and sells us low-quality products. ALDI's food poisonings, warnings about expired, contaminated  products, hit the news ongoingly. "Aldi saves money" is not true. Low quality products, together with ongoing false advertisement, and fraud-practicing cashiers/managers guarantee you don't save actually, but lose money. The FDA should audit ALDI routinely, and there should be ongoing audits for deceptive and fraudulent advertisement/sale practices. Report your bad experience here. Refuse to be defrauded and poisoned.

A perfect stop before hiking Joshua Tree for your breakfast, lunch or snack grab-and-go needs, with…read moremore than just the usual lame brands and items. Located next to the JT visitor center west entrance and about 5 miles from the park entrance. We arrived to this small local place just as they were opening at 7:30 am and they had breakfast sandwiches being made, mostly with bacon, egg and cheese but they'll make you sausage or other variation as well. They also have a good selection of other breakfast items like hard boiled eggs, cheese, fruits, yogurt parfait, salad and deli lunch sandwiches. Additionally they sell various hot and cold drinks, organic JT coffee beans that they'll grind for you, salty and sweet snacks, California dates and roadrunner t-shirts. Prices are not cheap but comparable to other similar places and Starbucks. We appreciated the friendly staff. The breakfast sandwich was delicious, though it did take a bit to make.

Pretty great selection and prices honestly for a quick stock up before heading into the weeds. We…read moregot cookies, chips, hummus, and sandwiches which were cooked in a pretty good way and kombucha. My family really enjoyed the sandwiches and it was a great pick me up for an overall fun trip. The uglies chips are the item I would skip on the most as they were not as appetizing as the rest. The cookies were good however wish they had more flavors other than the two.

Amazing food especially the kimchi, the ambiance is super relaxed and even better customer service,…read morenothing better than home cooked food I'll definitely come back

A hidden little Korean spot right before entering Joshua Tree National Park and honestly one of the…read moremost unexpected finds in the desert. From the outside it looks like a total hole-in-the-wall, but the food tasted very authentic and home style, like something comforting you'd eat at someone's house rather than a commercial restaurant. Everything tasted clean, fresh, and not overly salty or greasy. The owner was extremely kind and even brought out complimentary appetizers for us, which made the whole experience feel warm and personal. Service overall was genuinely friendly and welcoming. What made the place even more memorable was the interior filled with plants everywhere inside the restaurant. Kind of ironic and funny considering you're literally about to enter the desert at Joshua Tree, but somehow it made the place feel cozy and relaxing. Definitely one of those random travel food stops that ends up being more memorable than expected.

Yucca Valley Outpost is a haven for the wild and free, attracting all sorts of adventurous souls…read moreseeking an escape from the mundanity of everyday life. The landscape around it is a hypnotizing blend of desert, mountains, high plains...with towering cacti and rocky terrain that seem to go on forever. It's the perfect setting for those seeking thrills and a taste of the unconventional. As I wandered around the restaurant, inside and outside, I couldn't help but notice the eclectic mix of people who gather here. There were the hardcore adrenaline junkies, decked out in full gear and ready to conquer the next climbing expedition in Joshua Tree. Then you have the nature lovers, clad in earthy tones who seem at peace with themselves and the world (OMMmmmmmmmmmmm.....) and then you have the free spirits (ME ME ME ! hahahaaa) with the interesting hair and carefree attitudes. Overall, Yucca Valley Outpost is a fantastic Food and People Watching destination for anyone looking to break free from the constraints of modern society and experience the world on the "other side"... and before I forget... the food is delicious !

STOP OMG such a cute spot with great service and food!!! while waiting in line someone recommended…read morei have the 50/50 wrap. and the dirty coco rosie sounded good so i ordered both (added avo to the wrap) and they're AMAZING. it's my first time in joshua tree and this is the best start to my trip i couldve asked for. it's always such a pleasant surprise finding good vegan eats during travel. also there's a view of "kickapoo tr" nearby lol

I ordered a chicken banh mi, a sandwich in a freshly-made toasted French baguette with sliced…read morechicken, pickled carrots, daikon radish, cilantro, and large jalapeno slices, and more. It was delicious. It was a banh mi sandwich that is not just one of those, "It's good for a small town," but really genuinely good and well-prepared. The sandwich was about $13, if memory serves. Whatever sauce they had on it was also delicious, and the sandwich was filling. The restaurant is a very large, airy, comfortable space in back of Rite Aid and Aldi, and is a pleasant space. The place also has coffee, bagels, croissants, bagel sandwiches, poke, and pho, along with numerous kinds of tea (milk tea, Thai tea, Matcha tea). The pho and bagels I saw other people eating looked delicious. The people who worked there were very friendly.

The pho was decent, but I like the broth at Pho Nuts 29 more. Plus the noodles were chopped up…read morewhich was interesting. They also forgot the bag of bean sprouts/lime/cilantro/jalapeños for the second bowl of pho. But, with only two pho spots in the high desert, can beggars be choosers? Vibes were nice inside though, with a lounge area with a stage for performances that you can also eat at while chillin' on some really comfy couches and chairs. Might have to meet up with friends here sometime for random hangs without having to cook. They also get a star for the nice lady working the register.

Truly my absolute favorite place and will make the detour everyone in passing through the area just…read morefor this shop! Anna is the absolute best and helped create so many different herbal aromatherapy blends. So grateful this place exits! I'm like a kid in a candy shop coming in every time. Thank you!!

A Joshua Tree Gem!…read more Greatful Desert is an absolute must-stop every time we're in the Joshua Tree area. I love everything about this place--the oils and sprays are truly unique, high quality, and best of all, very affordable. The owner is incredibly kind and helpful, always taking time to share knowledge and recommendations. The whole shop has such good energy--it's one of those places that just feels special the moment you walk in. I can't recommend it enough. I love this place!

Another great meal at SR!…read more Wifey had THE WEDGE SALAD. Crispy pork belly atop artisan lettuce, roasted grape tomatoes, onions, blue cheese crumble, house-made blue cheese ranch. She really liked it. Ate it all! Wifey's friend had THE IGGY'S LEMON BUTTER BOW TIE PASTA. With grilled chicken and asparagus. She loved it. She had plenty of leftovers. Lots of pasta. I had THE DOUBLE CUT CHOP™. Marinated & pan-fried, topped w/ roasted pobiano peppers, jalapeños, onions, served w. asparagus. Also had the horseradish smashed potatos. So good. Service was quick and friendly. The folks behind the grill were spot on too. We really like the interior here. The vintage radios on the diner tables is a nice touch.

The food was just what I needed after a few drinks. Definitely give the Cajun pasta a try. So…read morefilling and flavorful I would come back just for that! The service was good. We didn't have to wait long for drinks or food. Ambiance is pretty chill. The only downside is the tvs were only playing a live feed of birds.

Well-stocked, and very knowledgable and helpful staff. Love the place. I have been there many times…read moreover the years. Never disappointed.

Tried to walk in and wale both were absolutely overwhelmed with the smell of incense. Not ideal for…read morefood shopping experience.