restaurant-guide-2024-2025

Cover Photo Submitted by Ed Czajka

China Lake Blvd. South Looking North

Ridgecrest and the Indian Wells Valley

Ridgecrest is a community where you’ll find old-fashioned family values and a low-stress lifestyle, as well as unexcelled technical facilities and expertise. We’re located in the Indian Wells Valley, a high-desert setting framed by four mountain ranges including the majestic Sierra Nevadas. Our town is known for its beautiful skies, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, closeness to nature and proximity to the Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake.

Serving as the trade and cultural center for more than 60,000 people, Ridgecrest has a rare combination of assets- big city amenities combined with a small-town atmosphere. Whether you come here to work, to retire or to play, Ridgecrest is a place you’ll love to call home. Some business are nationwide name brands easily recognizable by all, while other are small and locally owned offering quality one-of-a-kind products or products rarely seen in big city markets. Many think this variety, offers lower prices and quality customer service- the perfect blend for shopping.

Our convenient location near U.S. 395 and State Route 14 helps us function as the center of commerce for a large geographic area, as well as the gateway to the recreation and tourism opportunities of the High Desert and the Eastern Sierra. Our climate is dry, with mild temperatures most of the year, summers can be very warm but balmy evening with low humidity offer relief from the mid-day heat. About 3.5 inches of rain fall on our valley in an average year.

If your idea of fun in tennis, golf, horseshoes, backpacking or class 6 mountaineering, group activities or getting off by yourself and learning about the world around you or simply relaxing... Ridgecrest and the surrounding areas have something to offer. Nature as its best can be seen all over the surrounding area!

Welcome to the Valley!

Business and Community Development

Centrally located in the Mojave Desert and surrounded by mountain ranges, the City of Ridgecrest, CA provides a unique location in a relatively untapped market. Adjacent to the prestigious Naval Air Weapons Station-China Lake, Ridgecrest's affordable cost of living and easy access to nearby attractions continues to attract new residents and businesses to the area.

Through a broad approach that addresses opportunities, services, industry, and quality of life, Ridgecrest is committed to prompting smart and responsible growth within our City that highlights the unique character of our diverse community.

Why choose Ridgecrest? The unique location and demographics of Ridgecrest provide access to an untapped market in the Eastern Kern county region. When comparing business advantages throughout the regions of California, the Ridgecrest market provides benefits including:

• Lower Facility Costs

• Room to Grow

• Lower Housing Costs

• Low Cost of Living Expenses

• Lower Labor Costs

• An Eager Workforce

For more information visit: https://www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/449/Unique-Location-Untapped-Market or contact Megan McKenzie, Economic Development Analyst: mmckenzie@ridgecrest-ca.gov

Family, Event and Community Facilities

Kerr McGee Center Hours M - F 10am - 8pm, Sat. 8am - 6pm

Welcome to City of Ridgecrest Parks and Recreation - Our goal is to provide the community with activities, events and sport programs as well as provide a comfortable and affordable place for meetings, weddings, parties and many other personal events.

Planning a meeting, banquet or party? We have the perfect location for you... We have a room for all your needs! Perfect spaces available for weddings, quinceaneras, birthday parties, baby showers, holiday parties, meetings, or interviews.

Indoor Facilities

Single Meeting Rooms 423 sq. ft. Max. Occupancy 30

Double Meeting Rooms 841 sq. ft. . Occupancy 60

Gymnasium

Half or full court rentals available 7,884 sq. ft.

Half Banquet Hall (+kitchen available) 3,942 sq. ft. Max. Occupancy 180

Full Banquet Hall (+kitchen available) 7,884 sq. ft. Max. Occupancy 400

Full Banquet Hall with Gymnasium (+kitchen available) 15,768 sq. ft. Max. Occupancy 1200

Senior Center Weekends only, no kitchen

Outdoor Park Facilities

Located in the center of Ridgecrest, Hampton Inn and Suites is a premium hotel providing award-winning services! INCLUDED IN EVERY STAY:

In Town! La Cream • Fountain Soda • Espresso • Smoothies

Your “Over The Hump Wednesdays”! We all need a little extra boost to get us through the rest of the week... so every Wednesday receive an “extra shot” of espresso in your hot, blended or on the rocks espresso drink at no charge!

Rusty and his team of highly trained technicians work on all types of vehicles.

Our promise to you is professional, knowledegble, quality service at a reasonable and fair price.

Please give us a call and we will make it all happen!

Please give us a call and we will make it all happen!

We are proud to be a part of your vehicle maintenance program!

PROUD SPONSOR of The 2024 - 2025 Guide

As we celebrate our 78th year in business serving this Valley, we are so grateful to be part of a caring community where we are small enough to know almost everyone and large enough to understand there are times we just want to be...

Disasters and community needs bring us all together as we try to meet all the needs both spoken and unspoken...

Celebrations of great events both large and small accomplish the same...

The Businesses in Ridgecrest and The Indian Wells Valley go above and beyond to meet your needs, to find the products you want at the right price - no matter what!

Because we all are a part of one - you! Thank you!