I recently stopped by Dairy Queen Grill & Chill in Baker, CA, on my way to Las Vegas and it turned…read moreout to be a solid and convenient break during a long desert drive. They have restrooms that you can use and it is located outside and gated so you know it is safe. The interior of the restroom was OK. It definitely needed more cleaning sessions and it did smell but it was fully stocked with toilet paper and seat liners so that's a plus. Given that this is one of those classic roadside spots that gives you exactly what you need, I didn't grade it as strict. This dairy queen as all the food items as their sister stores but I was able to find out that they did include fried cheese curds at this location. What a hidden find! I also got their chocolate dipped cone to eat afterwards. I got an order to go and was happy eating my freshly made cheese curds while charging my car at the nearvy TESLA chargers. Quick comf food plus a refreshing treat. The service was good and efficient, especially considering how busy it can get with travelers passing through. At this location, the interior dining is small with a few spots to sit down and enjoy your treats. Definitely plent of parking in the front for customers to make a pit stop.

Otw back from Vegas and this spot was a great quick pit stop break. They don't have a single patty…read morehamburger on their menu, and I wasn't able to add tomatoes onions or lettuce, so I just ordered their double deluxe that includes all that. Maybe I was hungry but it was surprisingly pretty good. The buns were soft and pattys tasted meaty without it being dry. Their blizzard treats were very refreshing during a drive. Restroom is connected to this gas station area. It was very busy when I went so the line was wrapped around outside. Luckily I had an RV to go to otherwise I'd probably had to wait for 15 mins.

Not many flavors or toppings but for a quick stop heading home it was good. Had vanilla, strawberry…read moreand pomegranate sorbet it was all good.

TCBY has changed so much since the 80's and even the 90's. It's a barely decent "treat," but on a…read morehot day driving in the desert, it's a better alternative than nothing at all. Personally, I'd rather get a root beer float at A&W, which is in the kiosk right next to TCBY at the Grewal Travel Center.

Really great stop between Las Vegas and Los Angeles. They sell lotto tickets of course, sweet…read moretreats galore, lots of snacks and unique soda drinks. Bathrooms are decent and the treats you can find here are worth the extra pit stop!

Great service, we stopped by while driving to Vegas. Lots of nick nacks from candy to nuts, drinks,…read morelotto, jerky, and souvenirs etc. Lots of people and plenty of cashiers open. Glad we came in. See ya on our way back LOL

We always make it a point to stop at The Mad Greek Cafe in Baker when we're driving to Vegas. It's…read morebecome a family tradition at this point! We grabbed two burgers with the zucchini fries, and they did not disappoint. I'm obsessed with their gyro burger -- so flavorful and perfectly seasoned. My husband loves the pastrami one and says it's one of the best he's had on the road. The zucchini fries are a great twist and we always end up fighting over the last few. The lady working the register was super friendly and great with us. The place wasn't packed at all during the weekday, so the ambience felt relaxed and comfortable. Bonus highlight: they have the cutest pet cats that my daughters absolutely love watching through the window. It's the easiest (and most entertaining) distraction to keep the kids happy while we wait for our food! If you're driving through Baker, do yourself a favor and stop here. Solid food, friendly service, and a fun little vibe. We'll definitely be back on our next trip!

Always driven by here and finally made a stop. You can't…read moremiss their billboards, along 15 freeway that advertise their famous real strawberry shake. The strawberry shake IS GOOD and they have some other shake options which I think would also be good as well. We did try the date and it was also very good. Other notable mentions are the fries/feta fries/ fried zucchini. Solid options with that dilly tzatziki sauce for dipping. The gyros however left much to be desired and prices are a little steep. Fast and friendly service as well.

If you were driving from Orange county to Las Vegas or Las Vegas to Orange county, you no doubt…read morehave driven through Baker, California. This is the home to the world's largest thermometer and Alien Fresh Jerky. I cannot begin to tell you how many times I have driven past this place but never stopped. Now, I like aliens just as much as the next guy, but it was one of those places that I really had no reason to top of. But let me tell you, I am so glad that I did. In addition to having probably the largest selection of beef jerky next to buc-ee's, this place has more alien stuff than you can shake a stick at. Honestly, this place really does look like it belong on the Vegas strip with its big LED signs and alien motif all throughout the exterior. Additionally, they are in the process of building a UFO hotel. I'm going to tell you this. I will be there as one of the first guests in line when this thing opens up. Let's talk about the jerky for a second, they're not kidding when they say it's fresh. I have purchased multiple bags here on multiple occasions, and I got to tell you this is some of the best beef jerky you can ask for. It's super tasty, and not like that really nasty hard stuff you buy out of gas station convenience store, this stuff really is fresh. I don't know how to quantify alien fresh, but this jerky iis probably some of the best I've ever had. Tons of different flavors and heat levels for every person's taste. Bottom line? This place Is definitely the place to stop when you're out on the road going to or from Las Vegas from Orange county. Honestly, It's a perfect pit stop.

Quirky stop next to the world's largest thermometer that's a great place to stretch legs on a road…read moretrip. They also have clean bathrooms! There's a few alien photo ops, and a lot of the merch and snacks inside are alien-themed. They also have a nice selection of hot sauces. We tried some kettlecorn and some jerky. The kettlecorn was good and comes from Maw and Paws, which has another location around where we live so it was very familiar. The jerky was super tender. Everyone ate it up.

Great place for freshly made root beer! They sell a gallon of their famous root beer if you want a…read morebig guzzle. I like to stop here to get their freeze which is a mixture of ice cream and root beer. Apparently it is different from the shake. Service is slow because of its popularity. Not the best atmosphere since it is a quick stop with multiple food venues. It is also like a gas station store. BUT... there is a bathroom. The bathroom could use some modernization. Enough parking so that you don't have to walk far.

The nostalgia of classic A&W root beer floats is what drew us in to this little spot tucked inside…read morea gas station food court. Sometimes the simplest cravings are the best ones...and these floats did not disappoint! The root beer was icy cold, the ice cream creamy and perfectly balanced just how we remembered it. The only thing missing was those large frosty mugs that made A&W so iconic. Still, for a quick stop and a taste of old-school Americana, this little location hit the spot. Service is quick so you'll be in and out in no time.

Basic menu-sandwiches, salads, ice cream. Restored 1924 restaurant inside the Historic Kelso Train…read moredepot. Usually a one man operation so be patient. It is the only restaurant in about 30 miles. We were glad we ate there!

I stopped here on my way to Kelso Dunes. Nice place and it a historic feeling to it ... almost…read morenostalgic. Please make sure to stop here if you are in the Mojave area.

On my way to Las Vegas, I stopped here for a quick break and a cup of coffee. The service was just…read morefine, and I got exactly what I asked for, just how I wanted it. There's a small sitting area where I sat and checked my emails for a while before hitting the road again. Nothing extraordinary and nothing terrible! A coffee shop the way a coffee shop should be.

First time having Fatburger and it was inside a gas station! Small food court inside with different…read moreoptions. I thought it was pricey but still tasted good. Definitely need to check out a different location not inside a gas station. Service was quick and friendly.

Amazing service by ISI. The food was delicious and clean. It was such a delight to dine in here…read moreafter a drive from Vegas.

First to here, very welcoming and food was great ! Servers was great as well very attentive.read more