The Outpost by Valley Farm — Restaurant in Alpine

Been wanting to try this place for a bit, and the wait was well worth it. The vibe of this place reminded me of old-fashioned combined with Mountain Cabin look and feel. Being tucked in with the Cleveland National Forest, it adds a surreal forest-coutryside flair to it. Hospitality of the staff and pateons/customers was at-ease, friendly, and respectful. My party sat at the bar where we learned a bit after the person working the bar can food orders as well. The lady working the bar was very polite and attentive. If you rather sit at a table, the kitchen is to the left upon entering where food orders can be placed there. There are two bathrooms located to the side of the bar area.

Tried the Old Fashion and Whisky sour and these were mixed like they made at home. Smooth texture with flavor, and not an uncomfortable bitterness with it. Easily the best mixed drinks I've tried in a very long time.

As for BBQ that's why I was there. We ordered the brisket burger, tri-tip and pulled pork burgers. Each burger, the BBQed meats, were perfection. No need to include sauce, the meat is already tender with great seasoning. They do include a little bit of sauce but that's all that's needed. If there is a need for more BBQ sauce, ranch for fries, etc. there is a condiment and silverware station on the far wall between the bar and kitchen. We wanted to try the ribs but that'll be another trip to the Outpost later on.

The Outpost is a little bit of a drive if you are in the city area of San Diego. But if someone suggests BBQ I wouldn't mind the drive. Also a good trip, spot to visit if people are visiting from...

I brought my daughter up to see some snow for the first time in a few years and we had a great time playing in the snow. Our afternoon was almost ruined however when we stopped here for lunch. They were pretty busy, not a surprise because it’s the first real snow this year, and there was a line to the door. We were starving and there’s only one other eatery around so we decided to wait in the long line. First problem: there are no menus until you get to the front of the line, so no surprise, the line moved very slowly. When we finally got to front of the line to order at 1:05pm on a Saturday, the cashier brought out a sign that said “The Kitchen is Closed” and she said sorry but we’re short staffed. How can you stop taking orders at 1 on a Saturday without warning? How can you be short staffed on the first snow weekend of the year? Where are the owners willing to put in the time and effort to make your company successful? I will not be coming back to try the food, unfortunately, because it actually smelled really good. But the way you closed up was BS. Had to go down the road 30 minutes to Julian Pit Stop which had no line, food was pretty good and much cheaper, and it only took about 10 minutes to wait for the food. I would recommend skipping The Outpost when...

We were excited to visit the Outpost because we already love Valley Farms. We grew up in San Diego and remember our parents getting awesome food from Valley Farms for summertime bbqs and picnics. We also loved the traditions of visiting the Lagunas and staying in the cabins in the winter… We knew this was going to be good already and we’re so looking forward to new traditions with our kids here.

I had just finished a mountain race in the area and we wanted to celebrate here! The staff was friendly and accommodating, the atmosphere is soooo cool, and the meals leave you so satisfied with life.

I’ve come to know the owner of Valley Farms over the years. I caught him inside the restaurant… and amazing things first come from amazing people… heart and soul are genuinely poured into everything he does, and it’s really become a gift for us, the community. He has surrounded himself with a genuinely amazing group of people that make up the incredible atmosphere that is the Valley Farms Outpost. As a result, San Diego has an amazing place we can visit, share traditions, eat great food, and look forward to celebrating together!

Everything about this place shines excellence -...