4/11/2025: Stopped by to check out "the chicken place inside the Shell station" for a late…read moreafternoon lunch, and I'm so glad we did! They usually cook the chicken to order to keep it super fresh, but the big Fishing Derby is in the Kern River Valley this weekend so they had some prepared in anticipation of the crowds. I wasn't mad! The food in the case was nicely displayed, the counters were clean. Pretty decent setup for "gas station" food! The chicken is nice and crunchy, and the thighs in the 2pc for $5 box were so moist and flavorful! Reminds me of a he Southern Fried chicken I grew up on (not the Colonel's.. this wasn't squishy). The biscuit they include in the box is tasty, too. The usual guy behind the counter was out to lunch and we were helped by a lady from the gas station side who was filling in and she forgot the butter and honey, but not a big deal. The biscuits were good "as-is". You can also get fried pies for dessert! They're actually fried, and they're shaped like empanadas. Normally $1.49, only $1 each with purchase - you can't beat the deal. The Apple was so good, plenty of cinnamon and just the right amount of sugar. The Strawberry had cream cheese in it and hubby says the strawberry filling reminds him of his Mom's homemade preserves. Delicious! I've heard the potato wedges are also good but we were already full from the "snack boxes". Maybe next time! I also want to try their gizzards. I haven't seen those anywhere since I was a kid! If you're in the area and looking for a tasty meal and a great deal, try Chester's Chicken!

I decided to pop in and see if the chicken was any good. It was late afternoon and apparently the…read morechicken was cooked earlier and had been sitting under a heat lamp all day. It was so disappointing. I don't eat much fried/fast food anymore but this was pretty bad. We don't have a lot of great food in our rural area. A few decent places but not great. I definitely would not eat at this place. But if you still eat garbage like McDonald's you might think this is good.

This is a casual, cute, rustic local restaurant. Cathy was…read moreour fun & friendly server today. We stopped by for a late breakfast. They have a good breakfast menu. I was really in the mood for an omelette. Their chef knows how to cook eggs. My omelette was such a great texture. I ordered the DK Ultimate. It was loaded with meat, vegetables & cheese. Delish! I had the country potatoes which were fried to the perfect crunch with onions & peppers. That is the best omelette I've had in a long time. My companion had the California Green Chili omelette. Full of green chilis, avocado with Jack & cheddar cheeses. Our breakfasts were huge and scrumptious.if you're looking for a great breakfast or lunch in Lake Isabella this place should be on your list.

There are honestly very few places to eat in Lake Isabella. My colleague and I were in town for…read morework, but only had about 30 minutes to get a meal in. We stopped in at Dam Korner and they were able to deliver. In that time frame, we were able to order, get our food and enjoy it at a relaxing pace. We were one of the only ones in there so they were super attentive and quick. They have a pretty big menu of options. My colleague is vegetarian but he still had plenty to choose from. This is a big portions kind of spot. Nothing crazy or special but does the job. What's most funny is that we came during the middle of the week during lunch time and the music was bumping. I thought I was back in middle school at an 8th grade dance the way they were playing 00s r&b and rap music. It made us smile!

Staff were super friendly! Food was great. Everyone was clean, washed hands, wore gloves, and…read moretreated me respectfully. I love coming to this Subway when I'm near Lake Isabella. Clean environment and helpful staff.

If I could give negative stars I would! Me and my…read moregirlfriend ordered from here last night and both got a stomach bug! Both of us have been very sick since eating here

Visiting for the holiday weekend. Short walk/drive from the KOA campground…read more Clean appearance from the outside - pretty flowers & benches. Doesn't look weatherworn from the heat/wind. Welcoming staff as soon as we came in. Loved the wood tables & chairs. Cheerful summer decor inside & the patio looked nice as well. Lots of locals seemed to come in as we were there. Friendly & helpful with our kids - always helps! Good fries & chicken strips for the kids. Husband had prime rib - he LOVED it. I had the blackened salmon which was amazing. Not too salty & had good flavor. Was really happy finding this local find & enjoyed our time there!

I had dinner here for the first time after driving by many times. I had the Halibut and it was…read moredelicious. This is a small family business and while some people can be over critical about their reviews I just gotta say they work super hard and I would definitely recommend them to anyone. They do a great job

Big portions of fresh food at a great price! Everyone loved what they got omelettes, chicken salad,…read moreand pancakes!

Hubby and I went for a drive ended up here for breakfast. I…read moregot the bacon (hold the eggs) country potatoes with biscuit and gravy. Yummy fresh made biscuit. Side of salsa was some of the best. 4 stars because after food arrived, we were not checked on again and my water was empty.

Good food. Great service. Fair prices. Not much rude to say. Being out in this area it's worth a…read morestop. Not a destination place but looking for food while in Lake Isabella area I'd recommend it.

Another great Mexican restaurant with good service. Ask for the Hot sauce if you prefer spicier foodread more

I'm a long time customer (30+ years, which is odd to say), and Pizza Factory holds dear to my heart…read more I've been coming to Lake Isabella my whole life and Pizza Factory has always been my favorite. The pizzas are good, breadsticks are perfectly cooked to requests and the ranch?! YUM (give me a tub) Staff is friendly, and it's a chill spot. Perfect for families, or solo night pick up pizza in... Thank you, pizza factory!!

A friend of mine was with me and had never been on Bodfish Caliente Rd between 58 and Lake Isabella…read moreso we went there yesterday. .., quite the adventure. We were hungry when we reached Isabella, and decided on Pizza Factory. I had been to their location in Bishop once before and remembered them as good. Tuesday afternoon, very quiet, and staff was friendly. I watched them preparing the dough. I ordered a medium Pepperoni with extra cheese and it was DELICIOUS! My friend ordered an extra large loaded pizza to have extras to bring home. He told me his pizza was delicious as well. They are true to their motto: "We Toss 'Em, They're Awesome"! It was a pleasure to dine here, and look forward to returning the next time I'm in the area.

BEST Tri Tip and Chicken BBQ in Kern ! Seasoned well and cooked to perfection at the perfect medium…read morerare temp, the tri tip was 5 STARS... and... the BBQ chicken was perfectly done, BBQd to perfection (spo moist) with a great zesty sauce to dip. Beans, Macaroni Salad and sweet bread. The perfect meal after a long day in Kern AND the perfect FLY I. LUNCH SPOT! Excellent Customer Service.

ATTENTION PILOTS!!! The Kern Valley Airport Cafe is BACK!…read more The new ownership and new cooks are amazing! I flew in this morning and grabbed a delicious breakfast sandwich (eggs, bacon, and cheese on sourdough) on my way to the river to fish for a couple hours. The trail is in good condition and it's just under a mile to the river. No bites today, but you know what they say about a bad day fishing - still better than a good day at work. Headed back to the cafe to grab lunch before flying back to KCMA. I got the co-pilot burger and fries. Definitely plenty of food. The burger is tasty and juicy and the cook adds just the right amount of lettuce, onions, and pickles so you get a perfect bite every time! I know a lot of us stopped flying here when the food and service took a nosedive, but I'm here to say: Airpark Cafe is back! L05 is a great little airport. They have a truck with 100LL. If you want to camp overnight, there is a separate ramp next to the camp sites and they have restrooms with running water! Getting in is easy and right traffic for 17 is as close as you'll get to mountain flying without heading out to Idaho. If you're a student pilot in a slump and just need a fun flight, L05 (Kern Valley) is a great trip. You can even pick up the local weather from your phone on the ground or in the air: https://www.globalair.com/airport/apt.weather.aspx?aptcode=l05 Don't miss this great fly in food destination!