Restaurants near Lake Isabella

“Literally the only good food in this area that isn’t extremely overpriced. Great service, great food, and I like the old dinner atmosphere. Will be back again.”

“I was in Kernville a couple of weeks ago & purchased a bag of your Mexican Chiapas coffee suggested by the fine folks at the Big Blue Bear. Your coffee is amazing & we are headed back to Kernville next month & I plan to buy several bags!”

“Me and my boys come in here for breakfast and lunch on sunday, after church. Customer service is one of the best in the valley, fast to get the food out, and never any mess ups with our food.”

“I decided to try this place, I usually judge the place by the salsa, napkins and furniture It all passes in my book! Really cool lamps Painted art works and nostalgia surroundings Awesome menu with neighborhood advertisements. I had a really attractive Woman take my order, and my food was delicious!!!”

“Found a new favorite spot for afternoon date lunches with the husband! Carne Asada burrito, shrimp tacos and the Spicy shrimp ceviche was excellent! Nice atmosphere! Employees were all nice!”

“Nelda’s has THE BEST shakes you’ll ever taste! The mudslide has always been my go to shake. The fries. The burgers. The breakfast. This place is the best!”

“Excellent food, variety dishes and a western atmosphere! I highly recommend this restaurant⭐️”

“The smoked turkey club sandwich is absolutely amazing. They smoke their own meats!”

“I recommend everything, but my fav is the bacon wrapped stuffed jalapeños, so good !! Also love the huevos rancheros, and chicken taquitos , best salsa in town!”

“Recomiendo en especial todo el menú , excelente servicio y atención al cliente …”

“My normal go to for pizza. Today, not so much. Called at 11:00ish, ordered as usual. Was happy to hear it would be here within the hour. I don’t mind waiting as long as I know what’s up. So, around 12:10, I called to check. Guy said he left 10-15 ago. Around 12:30, he shows up. Pizza is ice cold. Tossed it in the trash. I mentioned what I was told when I called, he got angry called his company liars & me an asshole. Asked me not to order anymore. I agreed, as the pizza marginal at best. Pizza Barn is 10000% better.”

“Had a great time there. Good band playing. Friendly people, non-judgmental vibe. Would like to see a bigger beer selection, which is true of all bars here. Totally recommend this place though.”

“Its really good but the other day me an my mom went there to grab a snake. I got one of thoes chicken Sandwichs witj the pickels on it..it was the worst sandwichs i have ever had..the sause they put on it did not help it one bit..”

“Coming from Australia had never tried this before and it honestly wasn't bad. It didn't look that appetising but the taste was surprisingly good. Very quiet and food was served literally instantly (unsure if that's a good thing or not), and all the staff were very”

“Little Caesars is great when you need dinner fast.

Vegetarian options: Not only is it little caesars,it is also Wiener snitchal and subway in the same building and a liquor store. So many options. I have a big family so we spend about $100.00 every time we go.

Parking: N/A

Wheelchair accessibility: You can access all 3 doors by wheelchair.”

“First time there.The service was great. Super nice people.The sandwich was delicious to! Definitely go if you feel like a healthy sandwich. It's beautiful up here once you get out of town! Remember the wildlife isn't here to clean up after you. So if you pack it in pack it out. Thank you Cheryl Knox

Vegetarian options: I'm a vegi so I can say lots of things to choose and pack your sandwich full”

“I’m not sure why everyone is having a hard time with this location. The baristas have always been friendly and my orders are correct.

My only issue is that they STILL don’t have order ahead available, so there’s often a long, unnecessary line which makes customers agitated and baristas get flustered. ATTENTION MANAGEMENT: It’s 2025… I think it’s time to add order ahead.”

“There was a guy there with tattoos and a really cool fro that was super nice and had the best customer service skills. Ill be coming back again just cause of him, thanks my guy!”

“I haven’t eaten at a BK in almost two years but I just moved to the valley and I wanted something fast and easy so I figured I’d stop by.

Food was meh and prices were too high, but that’s corporate fast food shrinkflation for you.

What impressed me was the staff. I went through the drive thru last night around 7ish and the woman working was so friendly and nice. She gave me her suggestions for how to order the tacos and it was refreshing to interact with someone who didn’t seem bitter and jaded about her job.

I forgot something in my order and when I went back through about 15 mins later it was a man working the drive thru. He was also super friendly and smiled and really made coming here a good experience.

Overall, I was so shocked. Employees at any business, let alone fast food, just seem to hate their jobs anymore. These two didn’t and it was nice to see not one but two people smiling and friendly.”

“Big Blue Bear is amazing! Love there Mt. Whitley and pastrami sandwich! Oh and there cookies are FAB! Great place to go!”

“the burgers are awesome, sweet potato fries the bomb potato salad is amazing great service great place to eat!”

“Always friendly! Love the pizza, salads, and the home made bread!”

“Excellent! Better than any place in Tehachapi. I had a senior meal. I chose the cheese enchilada, rice and beans. All items were muy DELICIOSO!

I will always stop in for a bite when I visit my friends at the lake!”

“Great place! friendly atmosphere, and the drinks are cheap!”

“A+ its best dining and friendly est. in the west .”

“delicious food, great margaritas & friendly fast service!”

“great food, a little pricey but definitely worth it for what you get. ice cream is phenomenal. staff is the kindest in the valley.”

“Cool place.
Here on a visit from vegas. Not vegas, but it's a cool spot 😂
Nice that they're open.
Bartender (young female, orange hair) was cool and welcoming. Made us feel welcome in a new place.
Will visit again!”

“my husband and I have dined there twice recently, our steaks were done to perfection everything was prepared with care, the food was absolutely delicious!”

“Bacon cheese burger and a beer. Good stuff. Service was excellent. We’ll be back.”