Schoolhouse Grill

This is a fantastic little historic gem in the foothills about 45 minutes east of Bakersfield (off of the Hwy 58) and about 45 min south of Lake Isabella on Caliente Creek Rd… excellent food, wonderful servers in a modernized yet still time period accurate 100 year old school house. I especially appreciate that the original chalk boards are still there and they even supply chalk for the kiddos to use! Complete with an indoor bar, two big screen tv’s (with the volume set at a comfortable level) an outdoor patio and the finishing touch is the multiple horseshoe pits with shoes supplied by the house! Top that all off with a beautiful scenic drive along the Caliente Creek complete with a seasonal waterfall about halfway up to the Schoolhouse. Easily one of my most favorite places around!

Published a month ago

They hosted our wedding rehearsal at the restaurant and catered our wedding. The food was sooooo good and we got so many compliments!! The staff is always friendly. Thank you so much ❤️

Published 7 months ago

One of the worst meals that we've EVER had in our lives. I had the fish & chips, and my daughter had the veggie burger. They were HORRIBLE!!! The fish was covered in a gummy batter, the fries were cold and hard. The tarter sauce came in a little packet, and it was awful. The veggie burger was hard and flavorless. The coffee sucked!

We drove all the way up to Twin Oaks because we read on Facebook that the French fries are hand cut. It's not worth going thete, no matter the distance. Simply put, an extremely disappointing dining experience.

The service was okay. The table was sticky and filthy. Never again!

Published 3 months ago

Small town charm. Where everyone waves and everyone says hello. Great place to ride. Good food. Great customer service. Short trip from Bakersfield.

Published 2 years ago

My husband and I had an outstanding meal here on Valentine’s Day. The owners Darin and Cat, along with their wonderful staff were very attentive and courteous. We definitely recommend you visit.

Published 2 years ago

It's not Tog's. It's the Schoolhouse Café. And it was excellent. Good food. Great service. I think we overwhelmed the chef a bit with 14 people showing up at once. But he didn't sacrifice quality for speed.

Published 4 years ago

What people are missing is the
ride to get to the School House. Great motorcycle ride spot. Food is great. It will take you back in time its priceless! We will be going back.

Published 6 years ago

Went Saturday for lunch - beautiful drive from the 58
Excellent facility that was once an old schoolhouse
Staff was ultra top notch but what impressed us the most was the quality of the food

Published 3 years ago

Published 20 days ago

Greatest place to stop in Caliente

Published 22 days ago

This is a fantastic little historic gem in the foothills about 45 minutes east of Bakersfield (off of the Hwy 58) and about 45 min south of Lake Isabella on Caliente Creek Rd… excellent food, wonderful servers in a modernized yet still time period accurate 100 year old school house. I especially appreciate that the original chalk boards are still there and they even supply chalk for the kiddos to use! Complete with an indoor bar, two big screen tv’s (with the volume set at a comfortable level) an outdoor patio and the finishing touch is the multiple horseshoe pits with shoes supplied by the house! Top that all off with a beautiful scenic drive along the Caliente Creek complete with a seasonal waterfall about halfway up to the Schoolhouse. Easily one of my most favorite places around!

Published a month ago

Published 3 months ago

One of the worst meals that we've EVER had in our lives. I had the fish & chips, and my daughter had the veggie burger. They were HORRIBLE!!! The fish was covered in a gummy batter, the fries were cold and hard. The tarter sauce came in a little packet, and it was awful. The veggie burger was hard and flavorless. The coffee sucked!

We drove all the way up to Twin Oaks because we read on Facebook that the French fries are hand cut. It's not worth going thete, no matter the distance. Simply put, an extremely disappointing dining experience.

The service was okay. The table was sticky and filthy. Never again!

Published 3 months ago

They hosted our wedding rehearsal at the restaurant and catered our wedding. The food was sooooo good and we got so many compliments!! The staff is always friendly. Thank you so much ❤️

Published 7 months ago

AWESOME EXPERIENCE ❤️

Published 8 months ago

First time there and I felt like family,had a scoop of Homemade ice cream and made friends with the local Dog, it was out of the way but worth the trip. Awesome!

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

Was at the restaurant oder a deli sandwich with fries.. everything was fresh..it was a good service n price for the oder was good..I enjoyed having dinner at the restaurant 😁👍

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

This is a historic restaurant! It used to be an old-school house from the late 1800s and has been refurbished as a restaurant! Excellent food choices and great beer selection! I love the historic site any cozy atmosphere, and sometimes has live music and plenty of outdoor seating.

Published a year ago

Published a year ago

Great value for what you get. Good food

Published a year ago

Excellent Food friendly

Published a year ago

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Published a year ago

A must try with a great Menu. Breakfast on Sat Sun a.m. and a Great Saturday night Dinner 5pm always tasty and different each week. You can follow on Facebook to see what the special Dinner is for the coming Saturday.

Published a year ago

Small town charm. Where everyone waves and everyone says hello. Great place to ride. Good food. Great customer service. Short trip from Bakersfield.

Published 2 years ago

The food was great. And the people that waited on us, we're great. We'll be going back.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Great place for food

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

It's not Tog's. It's the Schoolhouse Café. And it was excellent. Good food. Great service. I think we overwhelmed the chef a bit with 14 people showing up at once. But he didn't sacrifice quality for speed.

Published 4 years ago

Published 2 years ago

My husband and I had an outstanding meal here on Valentine’s Day. The owners Darin and Cat, along with their wonderful staff were very attentive and courteous. We definitely recommend you visit.

Published 2 years ago

I agree with Michael Hebert's review on the blonde woman working the counter. I stopped there to get a drink and some ice cream and she was very short, curt and just plain rude. The place itself is cute and I would have loved to come back with my family to have lunch or dinner, but based on her treatment I would not return. The man working the bar was kind and flashed a huge smile....but she definitely needs to be kinder to patrons.

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Published 2 years ago

Stopped for breakfast while taking a motorcycle ride through the valley. Charming place with good food. Next time will try lunch. Also bought some Rankin Ranch meat at the tiny grocery store located there.

Published 2 years ago

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Published 2 years ago

We absolutely LOVE the Schoolhouse Grill. I really enjoy the tri-tip, hamburgers, and hand cut fries; to tell the truth everything is good! Quality ingredients, and you can't go wrong with their homemade ice cream! We'll be visiting every time we are in town.

Published 2 years ago

This blonde lady is rude and the food was 2 stars at best. Stale buns/bread and when you asked for a glass of milk I was surprised it was poured just over half. Not a full glass like soda & water. We came here for wildfire mitigation work to protect the local community. We were inspecting some areas in Caliente near the restaurant when someone threatened to shoot our work crew. We went to the School House grill to eat and ask to use their WiFi to notify our company and police so that no one else goes into that area. The owner lady(blonde hair)of the restaurant told us she doesn’t give out the WiFi code. (Nearest cell phone reception is 40 mins away) we later speak to other customers outside who let us use their phones and that they had the WiFi code from her. I guess the owner doesn’t like people from out of town similar to the guy that threatened to shoot us. Very poor hospitality, food and service.
We did find a great place (Kerri’s Korner) afterwards down the road that OFFERED their WiFi without us even asking and they had great food, great service and VERY hospitable.

Published 2 years ago

Published 2 years ago

Great place to enjoy on your adventures in the beautiful country area. It's both New and Old school ~ History and good food, what a deal.

Published 3 years ago

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Published 3 years ago

Went Saturday for lunch - beautiful drive from the 58
Excellent facility that was once an old schoolhouse
Staff was ultra top notch but what impressed us the most was the quality of the food

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

This past weekend I found one hidden gem in the middle of a cozy community that I felt in love with, the people the service, but I need to say also the food. great prices amazing service, Laura, Kat, everybody was amazing will be back, it's not A threat is a promise lol...

Published 3 years ago

Great service, great atmosphere, not so great beef dip.

Published 3 years ago

Wonderful quaint place to stop for lunch or breakfast. A getaway day drive to the country with great food 😋

Published 3 years ago

So glad it's open again. They did a great job of remodeling. But it does seem like more of a yuppie place now. The old people that ran it as TOGS had a lot of character. The new people are really friendly and welcoming. The food was great. I will be back many times.

Published 3 years ago

Good food fun atmosphere

Published 3 years ago

Great place to eat, and in a beautiful valley 😍

Published 3 years ago

The customer service is beyond amazing , I feel guilty even calling it customer service as they treated my kids as their own so kind the lady was so friendly and kind the kids pizza my kids got was delicious but to top it off was the salmon burger , that even my kids chose to eat mine aswell.. and it's a rarity that my kids like anything .... thank you we will recommend and be back soon.

Published 3 years ago

I had a very good meal tonight. I was disappointed I didn't get any swordfish. But I have to be honest, the Sirloin burger is as good as any steak house steak. There is no need for the bun. According to my Lovely wife's smiles, I'd say she enjoyed herself and her meal as well. Well worth the money!

Published 3 years ago

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A good place to go with your family

Published 3 years ago

Great customer service and good food, definitely coming back

Published 3 years ago

Stopped by on a bike ride . Great food and great service. Thanks for a great lunch.

Published 3 years ago

Had a pastrami sandwich and fries, it was perfect

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

It was ok, breakfast served just on weekends. Great location easy drive up from Bakersfield. Will be going back and try dinner.

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

If you're looking for homemade ice cream, check it out!

Published 3 years ago

To clarify, this review is for the Schoolhouse Grill and not TOGS.

I have given Schoolhouse dozens of chances and I am consistently disappointed. The food is overpriced and inconsistent and there really isn't anything that I would recommend. I wish I could say that I like it because aside from Kerris Korner it's all that this community has... but I just want to be honest.

Published 3 years ago

Great service, lovely place.

Published 3 years ago

Beyond the best. Polite , service was great ,food outstanding.also they cleaned table and chairs after each patron. Drove a hour to get there and would recommend and do a return trip .

Published 3 years ago

Great service and food in a cool setting 👍👍💯

Published 3 years ago

Published 3 years ago

Absolutely amazing the owners have done a great job at building a must stop destination .the chili verde pizza is something you don't want to miss and if your lucky enough to be up for taco tuesday your taste buds will thank you

Published 3 years ago

Love this place, great food and friendly staff too, homemade ice cream 🍦 here is amazing. Cleanest restaurant and bar I've been to ever, five stars. ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Published 3 years ago

Published 4 years ago

Great ice cream. People were very nice

Published 4 years ago

Published 4 years ago

Fantastic hamburgers and pizza! Service was great, friendly atmosphere!

Published 4 years ago

The now "Schoolhouse Grill" has been completely remodeled by the new owners and what an awesome job they have done with it. The atmosphere, great food and the friendly staff make this country grill/café a must experience. The outdoor patio is a great addition for those that enjoy an open air setting. Make this authentic old schoolhouse a destination on your next drive through the country and you'll discover a true gem.

Published 4 years ago

Great country atmosphere I've love having a bite to eat almost every week since I moved here 5 months ago. Place is going through growing pains at the moment but it'll all be ok folks. It'll all be ok 👌🙏❤🙂

Published 4 years ago

Published 4 years ago

Good food!

Published 4 years ago

I was there many years ago, maybe a few times, but at least once for sure, sometime since the year 1989. I did go inside, however, when I was there, I cannot remember for certain, but it does seem like at that time, there might have been vehicle fuel available then, much like full fuel service station.
Back then I travelled as an explorer on a Yamaha scooter, an XC200 Riva, Bordeaux Red, about the same fresh red color as the building itself.
I have never been to any specific private address residences therein the community, but I remember enjoying the calm, clean, slow drive as it was.
Today was the first time I had a look at the photos of the exterior appearance of the building. The very moment I saw it, I immediately thought maybe it was indeed a schoolhouse for sure, and within minutes I did notice that at one time, it was for certain.
As I looked across the road in the photo, I saw an old rickety, wooden staircase. I had only guess work here about what might have been there at one time. My guess, numero uno, consisted of a drive-alongside and load from bins, silos, bulk livestock feed business.
If it was indeed there at one time, it was likely equine [horse] based.
I like this building, enough so that maybe there could be yet another, built to modernization to serve the community.

Published 4 years ago

Published 6 years ago

Very very friendly people. Great atmosphere. 5 stars plus!

Published 4 years ago

This is such a fun place. An old one room school house turned into a general store/restaurant. The food is awesome and plentiful. They are very accommodating to bicycle riders, and it's a favored destination. Recommend small groups and to call ahead for COVID hours.

Published 4 years ago

Published 5 years ago

Very friendly staff!

Published 5 years ago

Had lunch here today, June 14th 2020 with friends. I had the most amazing patty melt ever. My friend got a regular burger and she said it was great. Will be going again on our next trip up. The people are really nice. Service was great and the whole building inside and out is cool

Published 5 years ago

Great place to visit

Published 5 years ago

To Netu Ji. You must have brought an attitude in the place. How could you get wrong directions, it's Laft or Right? Great small town feeling and I've learned alot about the local history just chatting with the peeps. Many, many stops here while biking to Kern.
LOVE THE ATMOSPHERE.

Published 5 years ago

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Published 5 years ago

So fun. Great stop on a day trip or Sunday drive.
BLT and cascadia are my fav.

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Published 5 years ago

Works for what you may need.

Published 5 years ago

A bit pricy, but I guess that's what you pay, when your in the middle of nowhere.

Published 5 years ago

Published 5 years ago

Nice Country environment!

Published 5 years ago

First time coming here. Waitress was really rude. She was giving attitude. I was asking her about what type of tacos they make and she said "it's a taco". She didn't even ask if we wanted refills or anything else. I was asking her directions and she gave me the wrong directions. She seemed racist because she was being nice to the other customers and was ignoring and being rude to us.

Published 5 years ago

Good food, great service and very nice people.

Published 5 years ago

Published 5 years ago

Always awesome.

Published 6 years ago

Good food and decent prices, general goods and souvenirs to to grab n go. A cool old schoolhouse converted to a quaint one stop shop. Popular stop for cyclists. No cell service or wifi. Pay phone available.

Published 6 years ago

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Published 6 years ago

We had a French dip, it was great and the beer was super cold. I found some great sterling silver rings with different ovals, they're beautiful.

Published 6 years ago

Great little place, it’s an old school house with lots of charm. Rose makes an incredible grilled tuna and the desserts are homemade and delicious.

Published 6 years ago

Love this place....down home company!

Published 6 years ago

Old school house turned Restaurant/cafe/bar in a quiet little town in the mountains of Twin Oaks, Ca
Love the history here.

Published 6 years ago

My parents live close by so we stop in pretty often. The service is always great. The waitresses are always so sweet. Their hamburgers and fries are great. I haven't tried anything else but my parents love their patty melts. Definitely a nice place to drop in and have lunch along your Sunday drive. Also check out the horse rescue store up the street!

Published 6 years ago

Always a great experience at TOGS. Stop in for some pie and keep coming back!

Published 8 years ago

Good food, good selection, good prices. I'll return if I'm in this area again.

Published 6 years ago

What people are missing is the
ride to get to the School House. Great motorcycle ride spot. Food is great. It will take you back in time its priceless! We will be going back.

Published 6 years ago

bomb food

Published 6 years ago

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Published 6 years ago

Friendly,helpful, people, good food, great service,!!!

Published 7 years ago

This place is perfect for the 100 people that live in twin oaks. But you or they better not be handicapped. No wheelchair accessible ramps or parking. Unpaved parking lot. 3 steps up to get onto the place. Then 3 steps down to get to the bathroom.
No way to navigate this store without crawling on your hands and knees.
People were nice. Was told by a local to only eat pre packaged food. They have gotten sick there. So we did not eat the food.
3 stars

Published 7 years ago

Good food and the service is good it's a nice place eat and it's a nice drive

Published 7 years ago

This place is awesome. It was a one room school house in the years gone bye. Now it's a general store and Cafe. The food there is excellent and can match any place in Bakersfield. The owner and head cook Rose can and will whip up almost any food idea you want. The Friday and Saturday night dinners are sold out everytime and you need to get there early or call in your order if you want to eat a great meal.

Published 7 years ago

For a small town feel this is the place to go. You definitely get that comfortable feeling as long as your personality is willing. The ladies at the cafe are funny and awesome to talk to. There is so much history in this little town. Stop by and take some time to discover some of it. Love the fact that this general store/cafe/post office/scool house has had so much history to it, it's great to go in and hear a little more each time.
The food has been great every time i have gone in. So far i have yet to have a disapointing experience. Which i hope i never will. Give it a try yourself and lets hear about your experience.

Published 7 years ago

Published 7 years ago

Great weekend dinners, store and restaurant are essential to our small community.

Published 7 years ago

It's just a real good place dinner Brevard nice to support it keep it going

Published 7 years ago

friendly small town place with reasonable prices, I'd recommend the pastrami. Note: we went on a friday and it was pretty empty, saturday is the big day there and thats when they have steak from local cows.

Published 7 years ago

Published 7 years ago

Always friendly, and more than willing to help a friendly new face.

Published 7 years ago

Published 7 years ago

Very interesting design in Twin Oaks general store

Published 7 years ago

Published 7 years ago

Cool place. Love those small towns ☺

Published 7 years ago

Published 7 years ago

Great staff good food.

Published 8 years ago

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Published 8 years ago

The food is mediocre at best and the service, well it can take over an hour to get your food on a weekend morning.

Published 8 years ago

Stopped in for lunch. First time here. Have heard good things about the food here. Well, wasn't overly impressed. Honestly, have had a better burger at Carl's Jr. Will try and stop in next time we are up in the area. If it's better, will rewrite my review.

Published 9 years ago