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Cuban restaurant

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant

Cuban restaurant · 853 Auto Center Dr Ste f

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant serves Cuban cuisine, cocktails and espresso at 853 Auto Center Drive in Palmdale. Its outdoor patio has views of the San Gabriel Mountains.

Greek restaurant

Gyro Stop

Greek restaurant · 1233 W Rancho Vista Blvd

Gyro Stop is a family-run kitchen located in the Antelope Valley Mall food court in Palmdale, California, serving authentic Greek food. The kitchen has 35 years of experience and prepares everything daily, with no…

Mediterranean restaurant

Black Olives Mediterranean Café

Mediterranean restaurant · 1125 W Rancho Vista Blvd Ste C

Black Olives Mediterranean Café serves Mediterranean food on W Rancho Vista Boulevard in Palmdale, with Armenian-style plates among its menu categories. The restaurant also offers catering.

Bar & grill

Fresco II

Bar & grill · 1311 W Rancho Vista Blvd

Fresco II serves Mediterranean cuisine in Palmdale, California, as a family owned business. The address of this establishment is 1311 West Rancho Vista Boulevard. The menu features dishes such as Bruschetta, Greek…

Cajun restaurant

Lee Esther's Creole & Cajun Cooking

Cajun restaurant · 830 1/2 E Ave Q-6

Lee Esther's Creole & Cajun Cooking serves authentic Creole and Cajun food, including dishes such as Etouffee, Gumbo, Po Boys, and home-style Jambalaya, in Palmdale, California. The menu features appetizers, Po Boys…

Mexican restaurant

El Mora Restaurant

Mexican restaurant · 2211 E Palmdale Blvd G

El Mora Restaurant in Palmdale, CA, is a locally owned and operated Mexican restaurant. The restaurant serves delicious dishes made with fresh ingredients and prepared by talented chefs. Classic Mexican food is…

Men's clothing store

JazZuli

Men's clothing store · 1233 W Rancho Vista Blvd #1121

JazZuli is a men's clothing store on West Rancho Vista Boulevard.

Local market

Palmdale Liquor & JR Markets

Local market · 2270 E Palmdale Blvd # I

Palmdale Liquor & JR Markets is a local market on East Palmdale Boulevard.

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Water & More

Local shop · 3115 Rancho Vista Blvd

Water & More is an independent shop on Rancho Vista Boulevard.

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Angels Discount Store

Local shop · 2220 E Palmdale Blvd unit b1

Angels Discount Store is an independent shop on East Palmdale Boulevard.

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Ana Verde Market

Local shop · 332 W Ave S Ste b

Ana Verde Market is an independent shop on West Avenue South.

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Phil Mart

Local shop · 270 E Palmdale Blvd

Phil Mart is an independent shop on East Palmdale Boulevard.

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Sam's Market & Liquor

Local shop · 1013 E Palmdale Blvd

Sam's Market & Liquor is an independent shop on East Palmdale Boulevard.

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Gonzalez Meat Market

Local shop · 3020 E Palmdale Blvd

Gonzalez Meat Market is an independent shop on East Palmdale Boulevard.

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Valley Oasis Thrift Shoppe

Local shop · 3030 E Palmdale Blvd

Valley Oasis Thrift Shoppe is an independent shop on East Palmdale Boulevard.

Local market

Village Center Market

Local market · 9508 E Palmdale Blvd

Village Center Market is a local market on East Palmdale Boulevard.

Pet supply store

Rosita Pet Store

Pet supply store · 2551 E Avenue S Ste H-J

Rosita Pet Store is a pet supply store on East Avenue South.

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Shoes 3x20

Local shop · 2553 E Palmdale Blvd # E

Shoes 3x20 is an independent shop on East Palmdale Boulevard.

Museum

Joe Davies Heritage Airpark

Museum · 2001 E Ave P

The city of Palmdale, California, boasts a rich aerospace heritage, which is showcased at Joe Davies Heritage Airpark, a family-friendly destination. This airpark centers around displays of aircraft that highlight the…

Car wash

Pro Wash

Car wash · 2553 Olive Dr

Pro Wash is a business located in Palmdale, California, offering various services including automotive detailing, window tinting, and pressure washing for vehicles, buildings, and solar panels. The company provides…

Party and event planning

Palmdale Event Hall

Party and event planning · 3030 E Palmdale Blvd

Palmdale Event Hall is a local business in Palmdale, California, that offers event planning services for various occasions, including weddings, quinceañeras, social events, baby showers, and business events. The…

Tire dealer and repair

J and J Tires and Services

Tire dealer and repair · 38240 6th St E

J and J Tires and Services is a business located in Palmdale, California. The company provides various services related to tires and vehicles. The business offers a range of products, including new and used tires, and…

It service and computer repair

C-Cat Computers

It service and computer repair · 38328 30th St E

C-Cat Computers is an IT company located in Palmdale, California, providing mission-critical support in technology and system infrastructure for businesses and private citizens. The company offers a range of services,…

Emissions inspection

Smog Check Palmdale and AC

Emissions inspection · 1475 E Palmdale Blvd Unit A

Smog Check Palmdale and AC is located at 1475 E Palmdale Blvd Unit A in Palmdale, California. The business provides smog check services. The company offers various types of smog checks, including change of ownership…

Party and event planning

AV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Party and event planning · 819 E Ave Q-9

The Antelope Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic economic, social, and community-oriented force in the Antelope Valley. It provides Hispanic entrepreneurship, community growth, and development by…

Car wash

Royal Spa Car Wash

Car wash · 2603 E Palmdale Blvd

Royal Spa Car Wash is a car wash service located in Palmdale, California. The staff at Royal Spa Car Wash are experienced and take care of each vehicle as if it were their own. The business offers various services,…

Car window tinting

The Tint Shop

Car window tinting · 654 E Rancho Vista Blvd Ste b

The business provides various automotive film options, including the Carbon series, a non-reflective black tint for enhanced solar protection, the CIR series, featuring a unique ceramic construction for improved solar…

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Museum

Joe Davies Heritage Airpark

Museum · 2001 E Ave P

The city of Palmdale, California, boasts a rich aerospace heritage, which is showcased at Joe Davies Heritage Airpark, a family-friendly destination. This airpark centers around displays of aircraft that highlight the…

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  • El Carbonero Restaurant

    El Carbonero Restaurant is a restaurant on East Palmdale Boulevard.

  • Pepper House Hot Chicken

    Pepper House Hot Chicken is a chicken restaurant on West Rancho Vista Boulevard.

  • JOY'S JAPANESE KITCHEN

    JOY'S JAPANESE KITCHEN is a Japanese restaurant on East Palmdale Boulevard.

  • El Mora Restaurant

    El Mora Restaurant in Palmdale, CA, is a locally owned and operated Mexican restaurant. The restaurant serves delicious dishes made with fresh ingredients and prepared by talented chefs. Classic Mexican food is…

  • El Toreo West

    El Toreo West is a Mexican restaurant on 10th Street West.

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