Badwater Saloon
A rustic saloon and eatery in Death Valley offering hearty Southwestern fare, a diverse beer selection, and a welcoming cowboy atmosphere.
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Badwater Saloon
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A rustic saloon and eatery in Death Valley offering hearty Southwestern fare, a diverse beer selection, and a welcoming cowboy atmosphere.
"This is definitely a place that we'll be visiting again."
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Visit during off-peak hours to avoid crowds and ensure prompt service, especially for a more relaxed experience.
Try Unique Menu Items
Don't shy away from unique menu items like the pulled pork quesadillas or chili burgers for a taste of local flavor.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
American
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(833) 778-9290
Address
Death Valley National Park, 51880 CA-190, DEATH VALLEY, CA 92328, USA
Website
stovepipedeathvalley.com/Highlights
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Hearty Burgers and Generous Portions
Savor delicious, generously portioned burgers with a unique cowboy theme and rustic vibe that transports you to another time.
Diverse Beer Selection
Enjoy a diverse beer selection, featuring local brews like Moose Drool, perfect for a refreshing break in the desert.
Welcoming Rustic Atmosphere
Experience a welcoming atmosphere with rustic cowboy-themed interiors and friendly staff, a true oasis in the desert.
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Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Visit during off-peak hours to avoid crowds and ensure prompt service, especially for a more relaxed experience.
Try Unique Menu Items
Don't shy away from unique menu items like the pulled pork quesadillas or chili burgers for a taste of local flavor.
Outdoor Dining Option
Take advantage of the covered outdoor dining area for a pleasant experience, even on warmer days.
Ask Staff for Accommodations
Interact with friendly staff who can provide dietary accommodations upon request for a personalized meal.
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Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Visit during off-peak hours to avoid crowds and ensure prompt service, especially for a more relaxed experience.
Try Unique Menu Items
Don't shy away from unique menu items like the pulled pork quesadillas or chili burgers for a taste of local flavor.
Outdoor Dining Option
Take advantage of the covered outdoor dining area for a pleasant experience, even on warmer days.
Ask Staff for Accommodations
Interact with friendly staff who can provide dietary accommodations upon request for a personalized meal.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Badwater Saloon offers a surprisingly good dining experience in the remote setting of Death Valley. Diners frequently praise the generous portions, delicious burgers, and unique beer selection. While some find the menu limited and service occasionally curt, the welcoming rustic atmosphere and reasonable prices make it a highly recommended oasis for weary travelers.
"Delicious food - stumbled across this place by chance. Brilliant interiors - love the cowboy theme here.
The bison burger and wings were incredible!!! Nice easy food, great service and friendly, quick staff!"
Vee
"I came here with a friend in order to take a break from the heat and grab some food during our time in Death Valley. Let me tell you the food here is really good. I got the salmon and my friend got the arugula salad. Both plates were fresh and very tasty. My salmon was well seasoned and cooked perfectly. The decor and ambiance was lovely, and our waitress Debi really made our already great experience even better. She was kind, funny, and made sure we were well taken care of. I will surely come back again when I visit the park again in the future."
Cin Weng
"Nice people and solid food. Chill saloon vibe. It connects to Toll Road restaurant. We went at lunchtime on a Wednesday so not very busy, but I imagine it's fun at night."
Thien-Y Hoang
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Badwater Saloon is located near Stovepipe Wells Village in Death Valley National Park, not at the actual Badwater Basin.
Signature dishes include hearty burgers, chili burgers, and the surprisingly good Toll Road Veggie Pasta.
Yes, they offer a highly recommended veggie burger and a veggie pizza.
Yes, there is a covered outdoor dining area available, offering a pleasant experience.
Reservations are generally not mentioned as necessary, but visiting during off-peak hours is advised to avoid crowds.
The saloon offers a diverse beer selection, including local brews like Moose Drool, as well as cocktails and whiskey.
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(However, do consider a meal at Stovepipe’s Toll Road Restaurant and Badwater Saloon, both of which serve unpretentious food with a Southwestern flair.) Instead, consider the previously mentioned Amargosa Opera House, which is attached to a stuck-in-time, allegedly haunted hotel that’s still operational and best classified as artfully shabby. Or peruse Vrbo or Airbnb for lodgings — many chic, some unconventional — in areas just outside the park. Finding hole-in-the-wall bars peppered with colorful locals is the best perk of staying beyond the park’s boundaries.
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We were the only people in the Stovepipe Wells Campground, and although the bartender at the Badwater Saloon called us “those crazy city girls”, I like to think we were trendsetters. Today folks flock to Death Valley in the summer, just to experience those same extreme temperatures. We had a great time that May — we even got invited to an employee party — and we most certainly made a lot of memories.
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Badwater Saloon – like the Tollroad Restaurant below the service here is terrible. During our latest visit, we walked in and asked one of the waiters if we could order and she said sit down and someone will be with you. This was after we waited well over the 15 minutes estimate at the connecting Tollroad Restaurant for a table.
Where to Eat in Death Valley
Badwater Saloon: This is the more casual of the two restaurants in Stove Pipe Wells Village. It’s open for lunches and light suppers and the food is surprisingly good. However, it’s the mirrored bar and lively crowd (as well as the off-menu pizza) that make this the most popular place to eat inside the park.
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The first Death Valley Restaurants on our list is located in the Furnace Creek Resort. The Badwater Saloon restaurant is located 273 feet below sea level at Badwater. If you want to try something special here, then order the Death Valley Blue Crab Cakes.
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The Badwater Saloon is located not in Furnace Creek, but near Stovepipe Wells. This is a classic eatery with basic options. I hear the veggie burger is amazing, but it was closed when passed by.
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End your day with a celebratory drink at the Badwater Saloon back in Stovepipe Wells Village. Enjoy a dip in the pool or a casual dinner before retiring to one of the basic motel rooms.
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