Cottonwood Station

This wonderful place never disappoints!! Vegas locals enjoying hikes at Red Rock and mountain biking or just a nice walk with the dogs, this is the spot! Great food, great service, wonderful atmosphere! Always a pleasure coming here and bringing friends!! Bonus - this time we found draft cider. 🍺

This is a self-service restaurant, meaning there are no waiters or waitresses. You must order your food first, take a number, and then find a table. I arrived at 11 a.m. and was disappointed to find that there was no breakfast available, only lunch. It would be nice if breakfast could be served all day or if some breakfast items were still available, (at least on weekends) I drove 45 minutes only to find that I was getting pizza for breakfast, my hopes were high, food was good, service could improve a little bit, (not talking about employees) we paid over $80.00 one pizza two sandwiches, one beer, one soda and one self service coffee.

I love coming here after a hike at Redrock trails. The food and yummy treats are always fresh. I could t resist some bakery items with a coffee. Have it outside before the weather gets too hot you can eat outside and get a visit from some cute wildlife begging for a bite! The stainless coffee mug with the most adorable donkey is my prized possession🤣🤣. Stop here even if you don’t hike it’s quite a cute little town I. Blue Diamond Nevada just outside of Las Vegas on state route 160

Patience is key, restaurant is fairly new employees are not used to the rush. Social media has brought here. But food and atmosphere is worth it. Food was solid. Can taste the quality and appreciate the craftsmanship. Coffee was lacking, food came out quick considering the rush. Would recommend this place, weather and scenery is a plus.

A hidden gem nestled in the small town of Blue Diamond. Has a rustic but modern feel. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Outdoor seating is like a very large porch with many tables. Place your order inside, and you will be given a number to place on your table. The staff will bring your food to your table. We ordered a Pannini, pizza, BLT...all were very delicious!

This is a great place! We stopped here for lunch after going to Red Rock Canyon. The food was awesome!! They have a beautiful pizza oven and a bar. We would definitely go back!

Although line was out the door we only waited 10min. Then another 5-10 for our panini. Chicken panini was so good. The coffee was just as good or better than starbucks hot white mocha. Beautiful town.

Kind of a nice little oasis in the tiny Hamlet of Blue Diamond has fantastic pizzas a nice selection of beer a massive selection of non-alcoholic drinks Great coffee and lattes and a large selection of gifts inside seating and outside seating with shade and heat as needed.

This place continues to elevate a day out in Red Rock Canyon for me and any guests I have in tow.... Over time, Cottonwood Station has become a really unexpected gem that I continue to go to myself and also bring out of town visitors to. For visitors who know the neon sea of all that bustles, hustles and glows in our cool Las Vegas valley, Cottonwood Station is the unexpected mic-drop moment of "this is so close, this is so rural, so vast and this is so cool." On a nice day to be able to sit outside under their shaded awning with the fresh air or at nighttime looking at their fire pit with my butt being warmed by the heated cement bench lining the entire wall of tabled seating (a real nice unexpected feature people are often unaware of), this eatery is spot on for perfect ambiance to blend into Blue Diamond and the surrounding Red Rock Canyon area. An easy drive from the West side, regardless if coming from Mountains Edge or Summerlin, this place is worth the drive. After a day of hiking, cycling, motorcycling or doing chores around your house and needing to escape, this is a great spot. Absolutely always busier from AM to mid afternoon on the weekends, I try to go mid week and/or afternoon/evening to avoid crowds (it is the only restaurant in Blue Diamond, so crowds are going to happen at those peak times). The establishment is not large, but can fit a large amount of patrons, with their indoor and outdoor options (if it were raining, you would not want to be sitting outside, it does not have that kind of coverage). Great easy menu with sandwiches, pizzas, etc, that includes baked items from a case and beers on tap that only come from Nevada breweries. A fun retail wall selling an ever evolving amount of cool stuff, like beanies with burros on them, trucker hats with burros on them and t-shirts with burros on them (are you seeking the theme). But out in this area of the world, there is a solid chance you might see a burro walking up the road, so it makes sense. On this visit, I walked out with a kelly green beanie with a red burro on it. It is a place you could just kick back, maybe be a little dirty from your day of activities in Red Rock, maybe bring your dog and take a breather and enjoy a beer. This is a place that you would smile and talk with the stranger at the next table about their day and your day and enjoy the like mindedness of knowing about this cool spot. Because even if you did not hike a trail that day, you feel one with the area and the beauty of the drive to get to Cottonwood Station. A nice off the beaten path spot that should make it on everyones Yelp list. __________________

Finally got a chance to by Cottonwood Station on the way to Super Summer Theater last week (June 2024). Located in the "village" of Blue Diamond, this along with the gas-station/mart next door are basically the only businesses in town. I was excited to check it out as it would have made for a nice getaway from Vegas. Unfortunately, the cafe itself was pretty average in terms of food and service. The menu was surprisingly limited and very overpriced. I understand the location is remote but $19 for a mediocre BLT just feels like a rip-off. They had a small bar with a few Vegas breweries on-tap but the ones I wanted were tapped out and the bartender showed no interest in wanting to do her job so we left. There is a patio for dogs on the outside along with plenty of burrow-themed merch inside. Not sure if I would return but there isn't much else to in Blue Diamond.

Stopped by for lunch after hiking at the spring mountain state park, and it was not as good as the picture suggests. We came by around lunch hours and it was quite busy, and we needed an outdoor table as pets were not allowed inside. Finally cleaned up a table ourselves and got seated. This is a half service restaurant. They have a mostly regular menu with some more unique choices, so we ordered the pancetta fig pizza, margarita pizza, pesto chicken panini, and buffalo wings. There was a bit of a wait for food as well, and we didn't get our food until almost 20 minutes later. The pizzas were decent, but lukewarm and not the freshest. The wings were flavorful, but again it was lukewarm and felt like they were made earlier and re-heated. The pesto chicken panini was disappointing, as it came out burnt and lacked flavor. They did not apologize or attempt to exchange for a new order either. Service was average as well, as the only service was them bringing food out and cleaning after people are finished, which we had to do ourselves as the staff was occupied with serving. A very average experience with higher than average prices. The ambiance is nice, but I'm not sure if it's worth the drive and/or the mark up if you're not in the area.

Prices are astronomical !! I had their breakfast burrito- 15.25. Sour cream $1 extra. No fountain drinks- just 12 oz cans at $3.00 each. Cinnamon r polls $8 !! And then they want 18% tip Three people in our party-$78 total. Never go there again

Came here for Mother's Day brunch. Ordered a breakfast pizza, peach scone and peanut Butter bread. All the food was great and fresh. Service is good but expect lines at busy times. Nice ambiance outside looking over the mountains. Hidden restaurant for those fortunate to find it!

My boyfriend and i absolutely love coming here. it reminds us of being at a breakfast spot in Zion but in the backyard of Las Vegas. The food is always top notch, you can tell the chef really puts love into his dishes. I think this will forever and always remain our favorite breakfast/lunch spot near us.

Cottonwood Station has casual indoor and outdoor seating options, along with a good-sized menu to choose from. The food here was good, and all of the staff were friendly and helpful. They had bacon-wrapped dates as a special, and they were delicious! I also enjoyed the chicken pesto panini. I wasn't a huge fan of the cauliflower. I'll definitely come back to try some of those yummy-looking pastries!

GET THE PIZZAAAAA!!!! So amazingggg!!!! It's a food orgasm for sure!!! The pepperoni and the spicy sausage so freaken good! Ranch with the buffalo wings are fireee!!!Cherry limeade... im addicted.Service was amazing!! The girls in front were so nice!! It's a quiet and clean place! It can get busy, but no wonder!! It's a hidden gem for sureeee!! 10/10!!!

Disclaimer: a hidden gem! I was in the mood to feel "out of the city" and I remembered bookmarking Cottonwood Station a while ago. This little town is conveniently located 20 minutes from my home and offers the perfect afternoon for peace and serenity. The bonus was the food was light, fresh, and tasty. Staff was super kind! Their outdoor patio was perfect for having our pup hang with us. It was a bit rainy but they had most of the outdoor space covered. This seems to be an ideal spot for hikers and I envision myself back here for some R&R.

Cottonwood for me is all about the small town atmosphere with a scenic outdoor seating space. The service is average and the food is slightly better than average. However, when I go to Cottonwood I'm looking to enjoy the outdoor space when the weather is comfortable.

Omg so my friend took me here for a lil girly date and it was unbelievably cute!! Now if you don't know it's there, you'd never find it and I almost want to gatekeep it for myself and not tell anyone about it, but they deserve the stars! Located in the cutest neighborhood on the outskirts of Vegas, Cottonwood Station is a gem! (Not sure the history on that name, but we will leave that alone lol) Very dog friendly, you can sit on the outside patio with your pups on heated seats....yup heated concrete and a fire pit which are great for those cooler Vegas nights. It might have been a busy day because there was an obnoxiously long wait however, it was well worth it because the food was pretty yummy!! I got the short rib Sammy and the fig and bacon pizza which was TOO DIE!! So if you are in the area, this is definitely a spot to stop by!

Everything was so delicious! We had the pancakes, breakfast burrito, and the ricotta tomato toast. This place was wonderful and a great stop after working up an apetite visiting the Red Rock Canyon!

Love this little place! Great coffee and pastries, dog friendly too! Beautiful views from the outdoor seating.

Drive + View = 100 Service + Food = 60 A tale as old as time. The restaurant relies on the scenic drive or view and the food and service are sub par. Man, I would love to say great things but I just can't. The pizza with gf crust is pretty good, but literally everything else is sub par. Everything else our friends have ordered is crap. Service is total crap. We've been here twice and it's been the same both times. Doesn't matter that you tip big. They are so full of themselves it's sad really. Tip to the owner: it doesn't cost any more to offer decent/ok service.

Great food. The drive is nice from Las Vegas. Seeing RedRock on the way there was beautiful. Excellent breakfast.

Great place to grab some coffee and something to eat. They make all their own pastries and rolls too! I popped in to listen to my friend Vera Vann-Wilson play with some of her friends. She's a seasoned professional bluegrass musician (sings, banjo, guitar... you name it... ) and has been in many bands in Las Vegas and elsewhere and cut records long ago. A true treasure and at 94 years old going strong. You can hear her on most Tuesdays. The service and food are great! I hear it's super packed on the weekends so come early. If you are a bike enthusiast there is a bike shop next door, so stop by there after grabbing some coffee or tea and some eats.

A favorite place in the historic town of Blue Diamond. Good food all morning to evening. Local beers on tap and in cans. Dog friendly patio. Decorated to incorporate their burro theme. Cute gift area.Daily specials. Terrific pizza (all are good) cooked in their pizza oven. Favorites: Marguerita and Cali pizzas, beet salad, chicken wings, breakfast bowls, and pancakes, baked goods. Great coffee, wine, beer bar. Everyone is friendly and service is fast.

Not worth the drive. Don't recommend. Although the drive is beautiful, the food at Cottonwood Station is beyond overpriced for sup par food and small portions. $90 for 2 adults and 1 child (food and 1 beer). Sadly the service is even worse than the food. The servers are not welcoming or friendly. It's too bad because this place could really be a hidden gem.

So a girlfriend of mine suggested this place for breakfast this morning & oh what gem! I am obsessed with their veggie breakfast burrito, just incredibly delicious. It's panini pressed with all the fresh goodness: fresh fried egg, potatoes, cheese, mushrooms, spinach & pico de gallo. All their pastries are baked in house & tasted absolutely amazing. The restaurant has a great cozy vibe with outdoor seating. It's a must try & worth the drive! Highly recommend!

I've been to Cottonwood Station many times for breakfast and am a huge fan. Brought a friend on a hike and was pleased they were also open for dinner. We had a go. Salad was awesome with fresh greens added, Elote bites and wings were standard. The crowd up front was great when we ordered The place is modem with a touch of old. Like the old truck on the patio that has seats in the truck bed to eat, so fun to eat out on the patio in the Spring/Summer. We had a great view of the fire pit from our inside table has it was cold that day!

This is a cute small town Cafe tucked into Blue Diamond. You feel like your a world away from Las Vegas. The baked goods are made from scratch and they have a large variety of coffees and tea. Stop by for breakfast, lunch, or coffee. You will not be disappointed. Totally worth the little side trip.

I want to love this place, I really do. But, every time I have been here, the service has been so, so slow. I'm a cyclist and this would be the perfect place to grab a quick coffee or a pastry mid-ride. But, the way they take the orders is extremely inefficient. The checkout register person is not only responsible for taking orders, but also for filling drinks, delivering food, AND bussing tables. The last time I waited long enough to order something, the coffee took 10 min to arrive. I get it - if you're here for brunch and have all day, it's a beautiful spot and the food isn't bad. But, as a cyclist, I'm not looking to spend an hour here. If only they could figure out a more efficient register system...I would throw so much money their way.

I have been going here all my life. The drive to Blue Diamond is gorgeous and it's so nice to just sit outside to enjoy the view. The food here is great. I ordered the breakfast burrito this morning with sausage. It was a very flavorful meal. I really enjoyed the pico inside of it. The pico definitely added to the dish. My dad ordered a cup of coffee. He often comes to Cottonwood Station to order coffee and do work. He says their coffee is amazing

This place is cute and the pizza is great. We went a few years back and we were glad to see it's still going strong. The service was fine, you walk up and they take your order, give you a number, then bring your food-simple. Food came out in timely manner, the young man that brought it out was very friendly. It was a Tuesday and there was a good amount of people here. The only thing I would say is there menu is hard read and the bar menu as well. The writing is too close together and uneven. That's not a deal breaker though. We'll be back!

A short drive from Las Vegas is a small rural village called Blue Diamond. It is a small town with it's own residents, park, school, and a community with burros (wild donkeys and horses) wandering around freely. A few years ago, my family and I went to Cottonwood Station just to get away from the hustle and bustle in Las Vegas for a breakfast and it was such a great experience! Fast forward a few years to yesterday, we decided to take the short drive from where we live (Fort Apache and the road Blue Diamond) for a family dinner, and we are so glad that we did. We entered this small one-of-a-kind eatery and ordered a pizza and grilled cheese for our children while my husband and I ordered fried chicken sandwiches. The meals were so good, and it felt so nice to feel like we were far away in another town while it's only a drive away. It is a peaceful community, and the employees are super nice. Furthermore, there is an option to sit outside as well to capture the relaxing ambiance around you. If you are looking for something different, in another place that is not a world away, look no further and stop at Cottonwood Station for delicious meal offerings, fantastic service, and Nevada history surrounding you!

An amazing restaurant in a totally unexpected place. It is located in a small cute town, blue diamond. It has nice ambience with a beautiful outside seating patio. We tried a Italian soda and it was good. Elote bites was too good. Highly recommend this place if you are visiting red rock canyon or anywhere around blue diamond. Hosts are welcoming too. We were happy with our visit.

Don't walk but run to this hidden gem in blue diamond. Actually it's a nice drive through Red Rock Canyon and would be tough to run all the way there. But seriously this a great place to go for a Saturday or Sunday brunch unless you don't have a job during the week and you can make it out there. The outside patio is a great place to hang out and it's dog friendly with a nice fire place to add to their already fantastic ambiance. Ok now to the food. Get the Elote, don't question me just get it....fantastic!!!!! The beet salad is solid but how can you go wrong with a beet salad. The short rib panini was very very nice. No fat at all and typically when I get short rib it has some degree of fat. Loved every bite and plan to go back as often as I can. You will thank me after your visit. Enjoy!

A must try if you're going on a hike by Red Rock Canyon or cycling around Cottonwood. Blue Diamond is a small town with great appeal and of course... the food! Amazing place to grab a bite and their staff is on point. Their outdoor patio is animal friendly and they have heated cement seats!

Awesome little place in a little town after being in the canyon all day. Restaurant had a cozy feeling to it and the staff were very friendly. I hadn't eaten anything all day so I decided to order a pizza with pepperoni and bacon along with garlic parmesan wings. After dinner I had a peanut butter brownie and cappuccino to go.

I've been to many many hole in the wall places but this is close to the absolute worst. Arrived at 10:15 am on Oct 8, website specials touted brunch from 7 am till 2 pm. Just wanted scrambled eggs, bacon and toast. They said we're "changing over to lunch" and cannot take your order for breakfast and oh BTW you cannot order lunch until 11:00. The only thing available was their mediocre pastries. Got back in line to order at 10:59 and got to my turn at 11:02 and was told no you cannot order lunch at this time. The order taker was a miserable mess. You could see this place needs someone with organizational skills and a care in the world about customers. Instead these workers are literally unhappy zombies just towing a line to make it work. How sad. I won't be back. ‍

If you know about this place ... your one of the lucky ones !!! Probably the best patio off the strip!

We had the most beautiful rainy day brunch at cottonwood station! What a gem of a place! I'm so glad I visited. The food was absolutely delicious, service is great and the place has such a warm vibe.

Drive through Red Rock landed us here. Didn't even know it was here but wanted to look for property in BD. So cute and quiet! I'm surprised at the scenery, menu selections and beverages! Patio could use some fans to move air but all in all such a cool vibe. I love it!

Good food, but the prices are kind of absurd. Pesto chicken sandwich is $15, a chocalate chip cookie is $4 absolute insanity, everything else is also overpriced so expect to spend $50-60 for a meal for two.

What a nice "Diamond in the Rough " for breakfast. Staff was nice and the rustic surroundings were something new to us. Food was very good and the ambiance was unique. Got to try it yourself. Wild burros we're not to be seen but we did get to view a small herd of them just down the road. Very pleasant morning at this oasis in the desert.

Cute cafe in a small town with a variety of food selection that tastes great. The hot chocolate was good and the sandwiches tasted great. We also ordered the elote bites which were delicious and the cauliflower bites. If you are in the mood to explore the Las Vegas area i would recommend this cafe for a quick meal/snack.

A great stop near Red Rock Canyon! After a day of hiking in the park we enjoyed wings, pizza and draft beer. Servers were awesome. Hidden in a small town it offers an escape from the noise and chaos of Vegas.

The salad was tbh the best part of the meal. They have a kind of fresh strawberry sauce and it was just right taste. The panini were good. The woodwork panini was great. Not recommending the short rib. The service was good, the environment was very nice

What a magical find in the desert near Red Rock National Park! Great food and a lovely space with interesting local handmade gifts and historical photos. If you're lucky one of the wild burros might visit while you're there. The wait to order can get long at busy times (we were there at noon on a Friday in late April) so don't expect a quick turnaround but it's worth it!

Decided to try this restaurant since it is located in a quiet town a short 20-30 minutes west of Las Vegas. We took our new pup since they have an nice outside dining area. We had a pizza that was oven fried. The crust was crisp and cooked perfectly, and overall it was very good. The side salad was good especially the raspberry vinaigrette dressing. The best dish we had was the bread pudding with ice cream. I would of rated this restaurant however I was somewhat disappointed with the reception when we arrived and the overall friendliness of the staff. Additionally, I thought the price was a little on the higher side. Undecided it I will try this restaurant again.

At first I was going to give it a 4....but after taking my beautiful pastries home I learned they are better looking than they taste. First... THE EMPLOYEES DO NOT WEAR MASKS!!!!! You go in and one employee (the server) was the only one wearing a mask on Friday 1-14-22 at 4pm. I'm not sure if Blue Diamond is pandemic proof or what but I'm pretty sure there was a sign on the door requiring masks. Other yelpers have also pointed this out and management seems not to give a flying burro. Secondly, the pastries are so delicious looking. I got three. I got a cinnamon roll. It was so incredibly dry. I got the homemade pop tart. I love fruit filled things! However I think the filling was terrible. I couldn't eat it. I got a Nutella cream cheese turnover and I'd drive all the way back out there for another. Thirdly, I got an iced latte even after my companion told me he saw the guy making lattes pick his nose. My back was to them so I can't confirm. I got a cookie dough latte sounds delish right? It can best be described as colored milk. It had no discernible coffee or cookie dough flavor. It wasn't even sweet. I had three sips. So I paid a lot of money for something I dumped out. For the three pastries (one and a half of which I ate) and latte I wasted $26!! They have appetizers, pizza and paninis. My friend got elote bites. They were SPICY! Almost uncomfortably spicy. He got a sandwich he loved, roast beef panini I believe and I had a pizza. It was very good! Cracker crust, good sauce and cheese ratio. But the food is pricey! And the service is not very friendly. You put your own food order in and you even get your own drinks. I tipped 20% before I was even served. The service deserved MUCH less. I felt as if I was asking my server to go out of her way when I asked for silverware and a box. She delivered the food-that's ALL she did!!! Would I go back?? I'm not sure. The lack of hygiene practice (let's just face it wearing a mask is part of hygiene now. I hate wearing a mask! So yes-I'm Karening up here, if I have to so do you!! I'm not going to get political believe me I could!) Anyway the lack of mask wearing is going to deter me from future visits (and you'd think the pricey lackluster food would be the deterrent...)

Showed up at 11:30am wanted to order a pizza and a panini. The lady , which wasn't very welcoming, told us to come back in 15 minutes -we waited outside 10 minutes, got back in line which was another 10 minutes wait, to arrive at the cashier again to tell us : " the kitchen is too busy, they are going to take a break. go back to a table, wait at your seat we will take your order directly there" it's 12 noon on a Sunday!!!! WTH . They need to hire proper wait staff that don't get overwhelmed when there is more than 6pp in line

GREAT place, horrible service (at the bar). Took and act of God, when sitting at the bar, to get a drink from the bar tender. WTF!

What a fun little place in a remote, scenic area in the City of Blue Diamond, the Las Vegas Valley's best kept secret! The Eatery is really well done with ample seating inside, terrific benches outside on an old antique truck platform. A huge fire pit is burning outside and it is just the place to pick up a bite to eat, some amazing homemade pastries, delicious coffee for serious coffee drinkers, Italian sodas and a host of other tasty treats. The owners have done a wonderful job of changing an existing building, integrating old and new and reclaiming much of the old structure to create a warm and inviting place to sit, eat, chat and admire nature. One of the coolest things is that the husband and wife team built this place with a careful eye on not disturbing the environment, the neighbors or the scenery. A real pizza oven and huge espresso machine grace the interior and are put to excellent use. The food menu includes fresh made pizzas, unusual salads, delicious appetizers (try the elote bite and buffalo cauliflower!!). The coffee is REAL coffee not bitter brown water and the folks who work the place are real, friendly, engaged and helpful. ( Just another thoughtful touch, the large clean gender-neutral bathrooms are outside as a convenience for not merely customers, but for bicycle riders who need a quick rest stop and are encouraged to use them.) The Boss (my wife) and I will be back often and we whole heartedly commend this hidden jewel to you without reservation.

Best place to hang out. Great food great service great people great beer. Love the patio love the fire pit on the porch. Nice environment.

What a cute little gem! Blue Diamond is such a small, quaint little town and this little cafe was a great find after a long bike ride! Friendly service, great food and coffees!

Meh. The food was okay, didn't blow my mind. Staff was impolite when I gently asked if what I received was a breakfast burrito, it's easy to confuse when it's smashed flat like a panini and grilled like one. The actual restaurant space and ambience are great, maybe the food and staff are better at different times. Probably won't be back, definitely didn't understand the high rating. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

The baked goods are delicious. Luv the scones, blueberry muffins, etc. Next time would like to have their paninis and pizza. Place is clean, dog friendly and they have a fire pit as well.

The food was fantastic and the staff great. Salads were original and tasty. Leave room for the bread pudding.

Loved this place! Chicken pesto panini, cheese pizza and chicken wings all so yummy! Sat outside on the patio it was a beautiful day, enjoyed some adult beverages.