Restaurants

Just A Small Town Grill

4.9 188 reviews 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM 49643 29 Palms Hwy, Morongo Valley, CA 92256, United States

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Just A Small Town Grill is a welcoming gem nestled in Morongo Valley, CA, embodying the heart of hometown cooking. Proudly veteran and women-owned, it boasts a cozy atmosphere ideal for solo diners, families, and groups alike. The grill offers an enticing menu featuring comfort food favorites from hearty sandwiches to delightful pizzas, all served with attentive and friendly service that makes you feel right at home. With options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with a fantastic beer selection, it's no wonder locals and tourists rave about this charming establishment. It's more than a meal; it’s an experience steeped in community spirit.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery

Highlights

Fast service
Great beer selection
Great dessert
Serves local specialty

Popular for

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Quiet

Crowd

Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Just A Small Town Grill before visiting.

Reviews for Just A Small Town Grill

4.9

188 reviews

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Review highlights

Based on 188 reviews

Just A Small Town Grill consistently receives praise for its friendly and attentive service paired with a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Customers highlight the freshness and quality of the food, particularly noting standout menu items like the fried chicken sandwich, burgers, pizza, and desserts such as toffee cake. Cleanliness and a comfortable dining environment contribute positively to the overall experience. Located conveniently near Joshua Tree National Park, it is regarded as an ideal stop for travelers seeking a satisfying meal. The blend of delicious food, great service, and charming ambiance makes it a memorable dining option that guests would gladly revisit or recommend.

Gary Diehl

Apr 15, 2025

Stopped on the way into Joshua Tree National Park and so glad we did! Great service, outstanding lunch choices and even a sweet treat for the road. Well worth visiting for a friendly and delicious meal!!

Erin Hinnen

Apr 14, 2025

This place was exactly as good as I was hoping it was based on the photos and reviews. I got a burger but ended up being jealous of my partner's pizza. I'd probably get pizza if I came back. His was so good I stole a piece! The atmosphere was also really nice for a small town restaurant.

Lauren Harper

Mar 17, 2025

Amazing food and service!! Def a great place to stop on your way in or out of Joshua tree. Suzanne was super friendly and helpful. The fried chicken sandwich was one of the best I’ve had- and I’ve had a lot! Plus chunk, the local roadrunner and mascot is so cute. Thankful we found this spot. Plus such a great name!!

Kelly Wolfer

Mar 07, 2025

Everything here is awesome. Service is friendly. The dining area and restroom are clean. The food is fresh and delicious. We had pastrami burger, Caesar salad, chicken nuggets, cheesy bread, and the toffee cake for dessert. Everything was top-notch, but that toffee cake was on the next level. Save room for dessert. If we were locals, we'd be regulars.

MSG Sargsyan

Feb 18, 2025

My friend and I had such a great experience at Small Town Grill! The service was excellent, and the servers were incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. The food was delicious and served promptly, with great attention to detail. It’s rare to find a place where both the food and service are top-notch, but Small Town Grill exceeded our expectations. The place was incredibly clean as well! We’ll definitely be coming back!

Jim Chambers

Feb 14, 2025

Vacationing in the area and stopped in for lunch on 4.26.24 after hiking in Joshua Tree and Wow everything was amazing. We ordered the Hummus, teriyaki wings and the Konrad pizza. Huge bowl of hummus with fresh Mediterranean toppings, nice big wings, and a nicely topped and tasty pizza. Staff very friendly and attentive. Dining area and restrooms clean. Highly recommend.

Ognyan Uzunov

Feb 12, 2025

Great food on the way back from Joshua Tree to LA. I tasted the veggie pizza and had a pastrami on sourdough sandwich. Pizza and sandwich were excellent! Fries needs a bit more crunch, but overall great food. We were in the back patio - nice and calm atmosphere.

Haiyen Chin Sawyers

Dec 29, 2024

Stopped here on the way to Joshua Tree and everything we ordered was delicious. We got an Italian sub that was big enough to share, fried pickles (battered in corn meal to NOT-greasy perfection), a cheeseburger and a pepperoni pizza. The staff was accommodating, attentive and friendly! Will definitely be back when we come out this way again!