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Food & Drink

Something
For Every Palate

Ridgecrest offers a variety of dining options, from local restaurants and cafés to fast-food favorites, food trucks, bakeries, and dessert shops. You’ll also find bars, pubs, and breweries to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a relaxed meal, there’s something for everyone.

Here are some of our team’s favorite places to eat!

American Cuisine

Denny's

Denny's Restaurant

Denny's Restaurant is a family-friendly staple known for serving up a classic American comfort food. Open 24 hours a day, it offers a casual atmosphere ideal for late-night meals, early mornings, or anytime cravings.

THE HABBIT BURGERGrill cheeseburger.

The Habit Burger Grill

Founded in 1969 at Santa Barbara, California, The Habit Burger Grill is an American fast-casual restaurant that specializes in award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame.

Wienerschnitzel hot dogs.

Wienerschnitzel

Wienerschnitzel fast food offering amazing hot dogs, corn dogs, burgers, sandwiches and chili cheese fries.

Asian Cuisine

Dumpling Street dinner

Dumpling Street

Dumpling Street is a Chinese restaurant specializing in handmade dumplings, soup dumplings, and traditional Chinese comfort food.

Saigon Flavor dinner

Saigon Flavor

Specializing in Asian Fusion, Thai, and Vietnamese cuisine, this establishment offers a variety of delicious dishes that are sure to satisfy any palate.

Xin Bowl Asian Bistro meal.

Xin Bowl

Xin Bowl Asian Bistro is a Japanese style restaurant that specializes in Japanese classics, inventive rolls, a stir-fry bar, and bento boxes that highlight their menu.

Italian Cuisine

John's Pizza Restaurant.

John's Pizza

Original recipe pizza, homemade ice cream, breadsticks and other favorites of the Indian Wells Valley Community for almost 50 years.

Pizza Factory.

Pizza Factory

“We Toss’em, They’re Awesome!”

Each bubbly, cheesy pie is made with 100% real mozzarella cheese and their signature sauce.

Shott's taps

Shotty's Taps

Shotty’s Taps serves up delicious brick oven pizza with a flavorful crust and a variety of tempting toppings, including classic pepperoni and creative combinations.

Mexican Cuisine

casa corona.

Casa Corona

Since 1993, Casa Corona has been a well established Mexican restaurant in Ridgecrest that is known for doling out familiar Mexican dishes, including enchiladas & fajitas.

Olvera's meal.

Olvera's

Olvera's is a family owned and operated restaurant that serves delicious authentic Mexican food. Several of the dishes come from family recipes.

Taqueria Bernardinos dinner plate.

Taqueria
Bernadino's

Taqueria Bernardino's serves some of the best Mexican food recipes that are made with the best ingredients.

Fine Dining Destinations

crabhouse crab plate.

Ale's Crab House

Ale's Crab House offers various kinds of seafood, including lobster, shrimp, crawfish, snow crab legs, king crab legs, etc.

Ale's Steakhouse meal.

Ale's Steakhouse

Ale's Steakhouse and Bar specializes in steaks, seafood, and burgers. All dinners come with soup or salad and choice of two sides.

mon reve dessert.

Mon reve

Mon Reve serves hearty and rustic French classics, plus beer and wine within an intimate bistro-style space. They are renowned for their gourmet desserts.

Bars & Pubs

Charlie's Pub

Charlie's Pub & Grill

Enjoy a casual pub atmosphere, satisfying food, and drinks at this local gathering spot—ideal for unwinding after a day exploring Ridgecrest.

The Patriot

The Patriot Bar & Grill

A welcoming local spot to enjoy classic American bar-and-grill favorites, drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere with friends.

Tap That Axe

Tap That Axe

Mix up your night with axe throwing and drinks at Tap That Axe, a fun spot for friendly competition and a memorable outing with friends.

Coffee & Tea

Beansters coffee.

Beansters
Espresso

"We Love To Serve!"

Beansters serves up some of the best coffee in town. They also provide delicious food options to accompany your beverage.

Marcela's Enchanted Cottage treat.

Marcela's Enchanted Cottage

Marcella's Enchanted Cottage and Gift Shop is the only Tea Room in the Valley with such an extensive selection of fine loose leaf teas. Enjoy the rich fresh flavors at home or in one of the tea rooms..

Ponny Espresso peppermint mocha drink.

Pony Espresso

Pony Espresso is a drive-thru coffee shop that offers hot, blended, or over ice espresso Drinks.

Local
Flavors & Farm Fresh Finds

Food Cart

Food Trucks

Food Truck Fridays

Friday Flavor on Wheels

The City of Ridgecrest's Food Truck Fridays is an ongoing community event where food trucks gather on Friday evenings so residents can enjoy a variety of food, socialize, and make the most of local vendors.

Varnhagen farms

Local Farm

Varnhagen Farms

Fresh Hatchery Poultry & Farm-to-Table Eggs

VarnHagen Farms is a dedicated, family-run hatchery in Ridgecrest providing the community with high-quality, farm-fresh chicken and quail eggs.

Fresh Vegetables

Farmers Market

KTS Farmers Market

Fresh Finds & Local Flavors

KTS Farmers Market is a year-round community market featuring fresh local produce, specialty foods, handmade goods, and artisan crafts. Visit on Saturday mornings to discover local vendors.

Food truck Friday

Discover
Nearby Favorites

classic burgers

Inyokern — A Local Landmark for Burger Lovers

A classic American diner serving made-to-order burgers, crispy fries, sandwiches, and thick milkshakes. Stop in for a satisfying, old-fashioned burger joint experience just outside Ridgecrest.

Classic Burgers

IWV Brewery

Inyokern — Craft Beer Inspired by the Indian Wells Valley

A local brewery known for its wide variety of craft beers and creative soda flavors, Indian Wells Valley Brewing Company is a fun stop for travelers exploring the high desert.

IWV Brewing Company

The Joint

Randsburg — The Desert’s Most Unforgettable Pit Stop

Step into Old West history at this family-owned bar in the historic mining town of Randsburg. Established in 1955, The Joint offers a laid-back atmosphere, craft cocktails, beer, and occasional live music—a memorable stop while exploring this unique desert town.

The Joint

trails drive-in

Trona — A Desert Drive-In with Big Flavor

A longtime local landmark, Trails Drive-In serves classic drive-in favorites, including burgers, fries, flavored sodas, and soft-serve treats. It’s a casual roadside stop for a quick bite while exploring Trona and the surrounding desert.

Trails Drive-In

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You Can Also
Dine In

Take advantage of our full sized and fully equipped kitchens, or grill outside on one of our propane gas grills, which are located directly outside of each unit.

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