While reorganizing the Cafe office I found a stack of cards labeled “Legend of the Bell.” The cards have a short story of it, if you want a copy when you stop it we will make them available. It begins…
Stage Coaches & Cowboys
Highway 94 use to be a stage coach route, home to a regular coach between Campo and Dulzura with Barrett Junction a stop off. The Highway 94 Club site features a few interviews from people who actually rode the stage…
Explore Highway 94

There is so much history to discover regarding the Back Country of San Diego County. Some has been covered here on this site and on others as well. In discovering the history at one time a newsletter was published dedicated…
New Staff at the Cafe
We are changing, growing and improving. We have new staff at the Cafe, all in training currently. We have a new cook, he is doing a great job. Experience is a plus. Learning the menu and getting the hang of…
Jamul, A History Summary
The San Diego Back Country has a rich history including but not limited to the days of the Wild West, when settlers were journeying here from the East Coast to find their riches. Along the border towns share in the…
Welcoming the New Year…
Moving into another year. As we leave 2018 behind, this New Year holds promises and hope. As does each year. 2018 saw a lot of changes for the Cafe. One cook moved on and we brought in two new cooks,…
Christmas Shopping at the Cafe

We have a huge selection of items to choose from. Vintage, beer signage memorabilia and much more. Beer Steins are made by Budweiser and Avon. We have a few left. For the Gymkanna fan, horse lover, we have…
It Is the Holiday Season
Christmas shopping at the Cafe… Come on out and find the ideal gift for the collector on your list. Whether they are naughty or nice. These are just a few of the items available at the Cafe.
Happy Holidays from Our Family to Yours
Barrett Junction Cafe & Mercantile wishes you and yours a safe and wonderful holiday. Our Holiday Hours We have special hours for the holiday season, please note the additions and changes here. We will be open November 19, Monday due…
Rediscover Highway 94

Highway 94 along the back country is rich in history. Settlers, battles, Buffalo Soldiers, Indians, horse and cattle ranches are all a part of our stories that have been shared. When you stop in at the Cafe you will find…