The Tiny Pony Tavern

So great. You get so much more than you expect when you first walk in. The bar itself is nothing special at first glance. However, the service is super friendly and quick and the food is even better and somehow faster. What seemed like a blink after getting our beers, our food was ready and we were thoroughly enjoying it. The beer list is fantastic with lots of local beers and something for everyone. My wife had the burger that she loves. I had the veggie burger and it was homemade and so freaking good. Top three restaurant veggie burgers I've ever had. Major kudos for doing it in-house and not a mass produced patty. The loaded yucca fries were a solid bonus to the meal. Highly recommend checking this place out.

We’d heard a bunch of great things about this place, so we had to check it out during our Joshua Tree trip. We grabbed lunch here and had Britney M as our host—she was super friendly and attentive. We went with the steak + fries , warm beet and farro bowl with avocado (way better than it sounds), and for drinks, we had a mango michelada and a cherry lime Rickey. Everything was on spot. The vibe here is really cool/ laid-back with plenty of space, a pool table, and even a photo booth. We missed out on one of their karaoke nights, but now we’ve got a reason to come back. Definitely worth a visit!

The Tiny Pony is a fantastic mix of disco, cowboy chic, and dive bar charm. My wife and I had a great time dining at this local spot—it absolutely lived up to the hype. The drinks are strong, the decor is lively and unique, and the staff is warm and welcoming. Whether you’re in the mood for a stiff drink, tasty bites, or a fun atmosphere with plenty of photo ops, this place has it all. Highly recommend!

Solid burger. Wings are fried well and tasty. Got the lemon pepper dry rub because I didn’t want them to get soggy in the car. It was a little strong. The sweet chili are probably the way to go. Frozen painkiller is delicious. A fun place to go any time of day.

We had so much fun here. Delicious cauliflower snack and then some drinks, including extremely large gin pitchers at an extremely reasonable price. Outside we played some cornhole and enjoyed the sun. Next time we’re in the area we will certainly stop by again for some beverages and maybe lunch. I hope they make some merch with the giant white cat on the wall, I’d love a T-shirt or hoodie!!

The Tiny Pony Tavern has become a hip destination for locals and visitors. It offers trendy bar food. The food and drink offerings are very good. You’ll find people of all ages there, but it tends to be more popular with the younger hipsters. It’s definitely worth giving a try. You may become a loyal fan.

Food is so good and service is great too. I keep getting impressed by food in Joshua tree. Breakfast burger and loaded Yukon fires are delicious and savory. I will come back here again. No frills but just so good. And I can’t believe the price for the quality. It has Photo Booth and pool table too.

Great bar! The duck confit nachos was absolutely delicious and plentiful. The tiny pony burger was well-made but the sauce was a little too spicy for my bf - their fries were so good. The music playlist was great and although I didn’t like their mocktail, this place rocks!

This location hosts ideal vibes as you enter Joshua Tree. Their veggie burger is something you won't forget. We are so thrilled to have found this gem.

The Tiny Pony is hands down one of the best dive bars around--quirky, unpretentious, and serving up some seriously phenomenal food. This isn't your average bar fare; it's next-level delicious. Let's start with the braised duck nachos--are you kidding me? Absolute perfection. Rich, flavorful, and piled high with just the right amount of toppings. The burgers? Killer. Juicy, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor. And don't even get me started on the queso--creamy, cheesy goodness that's downright addictive. The vibe here is effortlessly cool, with a laid-back atmosphere that makes you want to stay for hours. Pair all that with solid drinks and a friendly crowd, and you've got yourself a Yucca Valley must-visit. Whether you're a local or just passing through, do yourself a favor and stop by The Tiny Pony. You won't regret it.

I had heard some great things about this place so went with some friends to try it out. We sat down at a table and settled in. A few minutes later a guy working there stomped up to us and snarled "that table was turned sideways for a reason." I'm sorry, I didn't realize this was one of those restaurants where the direction a rectangular table is turned signifies whether or not you can sit there. You know that classic piece of restaurant lore we all learn when we first start eating out! Anyway these people are awful and rude, go to The Copper Room instead.

DELICIOUS FOOD!!! Let me tell you I did not come here with high expectations on the food. I mean it's a bar! Boy, was I wrong! Everything we ordered was delicious! We got the burger, chicken sandwich, duck nachos, buffalo wings and fries. Not one complaint about any of it! Dog Friendly (main reason we decided to come to this place.) The place had plenty of parking, the inside looked nice and cozy but we had our fur baby so we sat in the back patio area. Cool, chill spot. Our waitress Lauren was AWESOME! She was on top of it and kept checking up on us and seeing if we needed anything. Overall, amazing experience. If I'm ever back in the area, I'm definitely hitting this place back up.

Yes please this place has charm, amazing food and wonderful service. We came here for breakfast that they do on the weekends and Jennifer our server was lovely despite us arriving right when they opened. We ordered the shrimp and grits and the breakfast burger. Both were phenomenal and seriously gourmet. I have pictures below but they don't do it justice since we were so hungry, we couldn't wait. The ambiance fits the JT vibe of relaxed, diner style with edge. I highly recommend you come here to try their food. Also the market next door is soooooo amazing. 10/10!

Came here for lunch and it's a pretty no thrills restaurant! I got the breakfast burger which was really tasty and delicious but doesn't come with fries. My friend got the chicken sandwich and complained that it was mostly breading and a little dry. We ended up getting fries on the side and they were really good! Also they have $5 mimosas for brunch which how can you go wrong with? The outdoor seating is cool if you have dogs!

My friends and I were heading up to Joshua Tree for the weekend and were looking for a place to stop by for lunch. We decided to check out this location which is in the town before Joshua Tree. It's located in an area off the main road next to the VCA Animal Hospital on Twentynine Palms Outerhighway S. There's a parking lot with ample stalls. The interior was quite fun which a ton of paintings around the restaurant. There's a wall dedicated to a specific long haired cat which I think is the owner's cat? Maybe? There was a pool table and photobooth for customers to pay to play/use. I got their Shrimps & Grits as it seemed liked a nice unique dish. The presentation looked beautiful! I wasn't very impressed by the taste of the dish, though. There didn't seemed to be enough flavor in the grits in my opinion compared to other places I've been. There didn't seem to be any cheese which I thought this dish was known for. Or maybe the cheese was the white thing on my grits (peep pic)? The shrimp had wonderful flavor which I wish translated into the grits as well. My boyfriend and friend got their Breakfast Burger which had a double patty with a sunny side up egg which was delicious! Lots of flavor from the chipotle mayo. It was definitely a messy dish, haha! Another friend got their Crispy Chicken Sandwich which was VERY crispy. I only got to try the skin of the chicken rather than dark meat, but it looked as if she really enjoyed it. It was just enough for her to finish everything as well! We all shared a 12 piece buffalo wings which were really tiny... for the price it was for the size we got, it was kind of sad. But the wings were really crispy without them being drenched in buffalo sauce which I was kind of worried about, thankfully! Overall, this place was an a relatively good stop by restaurant. There wasn't much of a "wow" aspect for all of us, but we had a really good meal. The drinks, though, were really cheap in comparison to city prices. P.S. There is a 3% credit card surcharge

A fun find after hiking Joshua tree! Quirky, friendly service and tasty! Bar, pool table & Photo Booth as well!

This is a lovely and fun place to visit near Joshua Tree National Park, although it gets busy and is pretty dark inside at night. Our group got dinner after visiting the park and enjoyed the different food and drink offerings. The staff was nice to help us move together two tables so we could sit together. They were on it with checking in on our group and keeping us happy. If it's not too cold, enjoy the outdoors area with the cute lights! Take your time to look at all the art on the walls if you're bored.

Great drinks & food. Dark little hole with Cool vibes... in the desert Try the weekend brunch

Cute place. Love the random art on the walls. The staff was friendly and the drinks were good.

Very cute I loved the art on the walls great vibes and great food definitely a will come back if I'm in town. Even had a little Photo Booth!

We stopped in here very late on a Wednesday after our elopement. Don't forget your ID! It is a super cute dive bar-type atmosphere and I hear they have a karaoke night that would be really fun (on the days maybe?) Seems very gay friendly which is what we were looking for:) We got fries and a burger to go - they have gluten-free buns - and the fries with both sauces we got were delicious. My fiance loved the burger too. Perfect post wedding meal!

Still 5 stars for weekend brunch, 2 stars for dinner. Half off burger was fine, the Loaded Yucca Fries (our favorite from before) were pretty bad. The texture and taste felt like they were sitting around all day, I'm guessing they made too much for lunch? For $16 I sort of had to force myself to eat it. We weren't sure how hungry we were and were thinking of ordering more, but after a few bites agreed to just leave after eating these two dishes. Our server also walked off when I initially said I wasn't ready for drinks but was ready to order food which was a bit weird? I guess he wants more tips from drinks? He never came back to ask about for our food or anything. Still left a 18% tip which I honestly felt was a bit much heh. We'll be back for brunch (which was still amazing the day before), but will be skipping this place for dinner.

Hello, somebody recommended that we go to the Tiny Pony for good food in Yucca Valley... My sister and I are helping my mother move out of town, leaving tomorrow. She has been here for 28 years and we're just finding this place now? ! My sister and I ordered the breakfast burger with the egg over hard added avocado, and it was wonderful. We also got the tiny pony fries, which were also excellent. We liked both of the sauces (aïoli and ranch) as well. After perusing the bar menu, we also had to order the Big Ass G&T and it did not disappoint. Sadly, we are leaving town tomorrow for good, but anytime we are up in the Joshua tree area. We will definitely stop into this establishment. Great job guys love the ambience, love the eclectic and funky art, loved finding the tiny pony on the wall and seeing everything there was to see!

We had pretzels with cheese dip as an appetizer, a quinoa bowl with fried chicken, and a Caesar salad with fried chicken. All were delicious. Nice environment, lots of fun, and great, friendly, attentive service.

Deceptively plain & strip-mall-looking from the outside. The inside was awesome! Service was quick and friendly, despite the busy Saturday night. Food was great--I got the burger (with vegan cheese and bun to avoid dairy) and fries and wife got the nachos. Drinks were well made and also came out surprisingly quick given the full house. Would definitely go back!

Was visiting Joshua Tree for a day and wanted to find something local since I didn't come all this way to go to the general fast food options that I could get anywhere else. Found The Tiny Pony after doing some research and it looked pretty good! Although there were definitely some interesting options on the menu, decided to keep it conventional and get The Pony Burger. Well, I did add an egg and some avocado, because whenever you see an option to add an egg to a burger you have to take it! Meat was good, definitely better than your usual burger but nothing overly special. What I was really here for was the Loaded Yuca Fries, which tasted great with the housemade queso and the chipotle aioli side. Service was good, no complaints from me. Very friendly folks here. I actually did like being able to grab water from a tank on the side on my own. I drink a lot of water, so it was easy to refill. Overall, good experience here. For the Joshua Tree/Yucca Valley area, it's a perfectly good establishment to come to.

Fun place. Good burger. There was a wait but we were able to find 'bar' seats near pool table and ordered at the bar. Quick service.

I am local. Come in all the time. We like the food. The service sucks every time. The lack of paying attention to detail combined with the nasty entitled rudeness is getting worse. If you don't like where you work. Quit. And do redo my whole bill. 52 dollars for 2 burgers and fries because ask for a couple extra suce is ridiculous. I'm done

We came in because I saw the photos of the duck nachos on Yelp. They did not disappoint. Flavor combo was great. Good amount of toppings, including the duck. I was also happy about the beer list. Cocktails looked delicious too. They have one older pool table. The service was good even though they were busy.

When I was researching places to eat in the Joshua Tree area before my trip, I knew I wanted to stop at The Tiny Pony and factored it in for brunch. From the outside, you wouldn't think much about this place, you may even be inclined to pass right by, but it's such an unexpected gem inside. We arrived for brunch around 10:30am on Sunday and it wasn't crowded at all. You can choose your own table, so we picked a booth near the back. The decor is so cute and I particularly loved the cat photo wall. Although a QR code on the table mentioned ordering on your phone, we did end up having a server. I ordered the cowgirl coffee which was delicious and the breakfast sandwich which was perfectly filling and I loved the chipotle mayo. We also got a basket of fries with both sauce options and those were very good as well. My group enjoyed their food also and we all remarked that it was the perfect meal before heading out for a day of exploring. Service was quick so we were in and out pretty fast, but I would have loved to come back and properly hung out at this place. If I lived in the area, I would definitely be a regular. Great vibes, great food and great service!

Great food, excellent drinks and bar staff. Came in on a busy night and asked for a to-go food order, kitchen was too busy for it, no worries. But one of the wait staff/front of house manager was super rude and chastised me that I needed a table to order food (I had already gotten a drink and was standing at the bar) and was rude in their delivery and just unkind energy. Again, busy night, no to go orders, no problem, but don't be rude to customers! Plenty of other options in town for burgers and beer. Try the Saloon, Grnd Sqrl, etc.

Loved our experience here! Had a hard time finding a spot for lunch till we found the tiny pony. We had our baby and were worried we wouldn't be able to dine, but saw that all ages welcome till later in the evening. Loved the atmosphere and cool animal pictures on the wall. The food was super tasty and really hit the spot, loved the burger. Waitress was super nice and very attentive!

This is a great place to eat and hang out in the JT area. It has a hole in the wall look on the outside. We missed it twice driving there from our VRBO. The decor is fun, funny and funky. It's an interesting and fun crowd. The service is great. The food comes out fast and delish Go for the burger and fries. No brainer.

21 over after 9pm, so have your IDs ready. Music plays loud. They have a billiards table. Unique and fun decor. Good amount of seating area for big and small groups. Our group ordered the yucca fries to share. It came out hot and crispy and it was loaded with cheese. The smash burger is a little on the spicy side but overall great dish. They charge automatic gratuity for big groups as well. Service was okay probably a busy time since it was the weekend.

Yum,yum,yum! This was an amazing find in Yucca Valley. I did not have a high expectations for food given that it's a bar, but boy was I wrong. My party of 6 tried different dishes recommended by our server and I kid you not, everything we ordered was delicious. Duck confit nachos may sound weird but they were so freakin' good. The chicken sandwich was deliciously crunchy with a tasty coleslaw to go with it. The buffalo wings were crisp and flavorful. The fries were perfectly seasoned and crunchy. Just seriously, EVERYTHING WAS GOOD! Now the beers, they were fresh and locally brewed. Try them. The menu isn't vast but everything on there is perfectly and tastefully cooked. It's clear that they care about what they serve their customers. If you're in Yucca Valley, this is the spot. Don't go anywhere else. I'm still thinking about those Nachos......

Great vibe - MUST get the wings omg. Will be still having dreams about them. We got the sweet and spicy ones. Promise you won't regret. Also service was friendly and on top of it on a busy night! Can't wait to come back in JT

Tiny Pony is exactly the kind of spot you'd expect to find in the high desert. We came in to grab drinks -- I enjoyed the tasty orange wine while my partner loved the hot mulled wine Sirius the chilly January visit! We grabbed a spot at the bar and got a kick out of all the eclectic picture of the lounging cats. They serve a wide range of food and have a pool table. This is a hipster paradise and we loved it!

This place was a cute spot to visit while I was traveling. I liked the vibe of this spot because it felt welcoming and rustic. I got the veggie burger and the flavor of the burger was amazing. The only negative thing is that it fell apart easily and it didn't have the same texture of a burger. However, the taste made up for it and the fries were so good. We got our food pretty quickly and the owner was super friendly. My friends also enjoyed their food and we were happy we made the time to stop by. I wish I took the time to grab a drink because the names and themes of them were so funny. I ended up getting a ginger beer and it was yummy with my meal.

Sat at bar and had pretzel Bavarian and a beer. Local place with pool table tvs and music. I hear they have a dj in later evenings too.

Great little spot to just walk in and have a beer by yourself or come with friends to play pool

We had a wonderful time visiting the Tiny Pony Tavern while out in Yucca Valley, so good we came back a second night in a row! The vibe was great. Saturday we arrived late night and got late night bites (the fries were particularly delicious). There was a DJ and some dancing, but it was just as fun to sit at our table and enjoy our drinks. Sunday we came back for a late happy hour/pre-dinner. Highlights were the duck confit nachos and the shrimp ceviche special. Both nights we ordered frozen Painkillers from the bar, which we loved. Also shout out to really lovely service - especially our gentleman waiter night two. It was a fun place, and we know we'll come back whenever we're out in Yucca Valley. Loved it so much I bought a tee shirt.

Kinda hole in the wall, bar vine but open for lunch, weird velvet paintings of animals and an Elvis, delicious food, efficient and friendly service. What's not to love? Seriously, this place is great. I love a house made veggie patty and this one does not disappoint. Served on a soft bun with butter lettuce, tomato, caramelized onion and chipotle aioli. My husband likes the meat burger too. And daughter loves the Tiny Pony fries. Good beer and cocktail list.

Cool place ok food and ok service. I think this is a great place if you are a LA hipster.

This place was okay. The best part about it was the art on the walls. Our server came over as soon as we sat down and asked if we were ready. Since we had never been in this place before, we had no idea what we wanted. When we finally did order, the server didn't write anything down. My brother ordered a side of fries with his burger, and they never came. I had a veggie burger that was completely soggy and fell apart. Do not recommend that, especially for the $17 price tag. The drinks were weak. They also automatically add 20% gratuity on parties of 5 or more.

We were so excited to try the Tiny Pony! Our server was wonderful, but the bouncer was so freaking rude! It's like he could not be bothered. The first, blonde bouncer was nice but the second one we encountered was so, so annoyed by our presence. He was texting on his phone and he sounded drunk. Kicked us out, even though we were there at the same time the night before. No customer service skills at all ‍ Food was outstanding! Really cool atmosphere

Tiny but mighty pony is one well worth the visit when you're in the area! My husband and I walked in on a semi-quiet Wednesday during lunch hours and ordered the lunch special. We were seated immediately, and they actually have an interesting system where you can order online using the QR code on the table, but the bartender came around to take our orders as well. For our lunch special drinks, we both opted to order the Arnold Palmer with unsweetened tea, and to our surprise the lemonade tasted house-made, it was delicious! I got the chicken sandwich with fries, and a side of jalapeño cilantro ranch for my sauce. On the other hand, my husband ordered the veggie burger with the vegan chipotle aioli and vegan jalapeño ranch. Honestly we were both blown away by the quality and flavor explosion, our tastebuds danced and indulged. The environment was really laid back, the staff was welcoming, and the food exceeded our expectations. Especially because the veggie burger seemed it was house made, none of that beyond or impossible crap, and the fries were soooo stinkin flavorful without any sauce (but we loved the sauce). Run here if you already haven't!

It's unfortunate that I must rate this establishment only one star. My wife and I were excited to try it after reading the reviews. I was particularly drawn to the brunch menu, where I saw chilaquiles with green sauce and immediately knew that's what I wanted. However, when the food arrived, I was shocked and disappointed. My chilaquiles resembled neither the dish I anticipated nor the traditional preparation. Instead, I received two scrambled eggs with a few tortilla strips on top and two soft corn tortillas on the side and no sauce. This is not a proper chilaquiles plate. As a Hispanic, I find it disheartening that an establishment could mislabel this dish. With the utmost respect to the owner, chilaquiles are a traditional Mexican dish made from fried corn tortillas cut into triangles and simmered in a sauce--typically red or green salsa. They are often topped with ingredients like cheese, sour cream, onions, and avocado, and can be served with eggs or shredded meat. What was served to me constitutes false advertising. I did not want scrambled egg tacos. Hopefully they can make some changes soon.

So wonderful! Super impressed to find a robust vegan menu and zero proof cocktails at this "hole in a wall" place en route to Joshua Tree. I was expecting greasy spoon but was blown away that it was anything but!

Foods alright and service isn't great. Dive bar vibes but They add gratuity to party's as if it's restaurant dining which would be fine if our service matched but we had to wave down the server multiple times just to order. Two of the girls who served us had an attitude when we asked if we could order food or drinks. Maybe just came on a bad day but sheesh won't be back to find out.

Cool spot for drinks and food. Service was great. I got the frozen coquito, a coconut rum drink with holiday spices. It was by far the best drink I had this holiday season.

Loved that my pup was allowed, everyone from staff to patrons were friendly! It was a very relaxed environment, food was tasty and wait time was minimal. Definitely a great place for dinner after hiking all day. Would 100% recommend.

The food came out so fast and was delicious. The service was great but I will say the environment is on the dimmer side.

We were looking for something with good food after several days on the road. While the place met expectations, it is a bar primarily. We were looking for somewhere a little more family friendly. If you're looking for a spot with good food while you drink, I recommend it. If you're looking for somewhere to take a toddler, maybe try somewhere else.

Extremely cute decor and ambience, friendly staff, decent food. If they made the outdoor back area just a little nicer it would be a killer spot to hang all day.

The food was subpar at best. It was as bland as the customer service that Lauren S gave. After ordering a cup of water 3 times, Lauren told me to go grab it myself because she had to bring out food for another table. Extremely disappointing experience overall. You're better off going to the Carl's Jr across the street.

Had great time there, super dog friendly. Good food and drinks. Staff was great as well

The atmosphere was fun and casual. The food was really good, We loved the Yucca Fries and our burgers were really good. The cocktails were fun and on point. Our server was sweet and attentive. We'll definitely be back on our next visit.