Wild Jack's Tex-Mex BBQ

Stopped by on our drive from San Francisco to Los Angeles and it was a nice break. The Mexican food was flavorful. The coffee next door was just what we needed for the road. There are also souvenirs and snacks, which made it fun to browse while stretching our legs. A good spot to pause and recharge before continuing the journey.

Iconic for sure. Great place for the kids to run around. Smoker was running in the back out side snd creating some great tasting Smoke BBQ = Brisket and hamburger. 🍔 wry tasty. Ice cream after so great. Self order front and get a buzzer when ready. This place is huge and I bet it can accommodate 600 people. Nice roadside stop 🛑 that has something for everyone !

For people going from LA to SF or the other way around, definitely a must stop. Good: So much seating! I was surprised but they have a big indoor space then an even bigger outdoor space and it also has a COW in the outdoor space! I really liked the trip tip sandwich I got - so much flavor for not that many ingredients in the sandwich. There are also great bathrooms and outlets which were definitely much appreciated. Bad: The place is pretty casual but the wait times are really long and we waited 20+ min for our sandwich even when it wasn't that busy. Overall would stop again! Really solid place.

On Hwy 5 This is one of my favorite spots. Whenever I’m traveling to LA or heading back home, I make it a point to stop by if the timing works out. Nowadays, it’s also a must-stop for charging my electric car (Tesla charging lounge and Electrify America). My favorite menu items at this restaurant are the ribeye sandwich and the BBQ ribs. I’ve been enjoying them for almost 10 years, and I highly recommend giving them a try if you get the chance!

A break from the chain food fare found along I-5, but you are paying for the expensive atmosphere Self-serve beverage station and counter service ordering. At $83 for 3 items, 3 sides, and 3 drinks, and expected to clean my own table of the trash, I won’t be back. (They also got my food wrong, but made it right) Nice change of pace, but not worth the price.