This place is a vibe! Because we had a minor with us we had to sit outside, but the outside is really eclectic and fun. They had to barrel fire on so it was warm by our table. Food is just chili and while it wasn't my favorite chili I appreciated it had cheese and onions on it. Nice cheap fun place to stop going in or out of Death Valley.

A great place to have a beer, a bowl of chili in the middle of nowhere. We loved it.

Wonderful place, with one caveat. I've been to Death Valley 4 times now and have always wanted to stop in here. On my most recent trip I took the time and I am glad I did. The place is tiny, the interior seats maybe a dozen people? Additional seating outside and when I sat out there someone made a fire in the fireplace drum next to me so I could stay warm. The little lady working the bar/kitchen/serving/cleaning/doing everything all by herself was delightful. Very friendly, welcoming, even comped a beer for me because... I'm not really sure why? I asked her to make whatever was the best thing there and she made me chili dogs. Delicious. The atmosphere felt like it was a set from a western. Tons of old West decor, a cowboy movie on the tv, but it still felt authentic. The place was filled with regulars as well as a few travelers. This is where the caveat comes in. The regulars were all very drunk and I have a feeling they spend every day drinking there all day. They were very friendly toward me but were sloppy drunk and not as nice to a pair of women from France. The ladies were clearly uncomfortable by the loud attention they were getting and I don't blame them. I wished them "bienvenue" and they appreciated having someone bear witness to the drunk locals' behavior. Oh, and the asshole mentioned in a previous review was there too, like I said, I think these guys spend every day there getting hammered. But don't let that stop you from stopping in for some excellent chili and beers, supporting a wonderful small business and enjoying an experience you want forget. I will happily go back the next time I visit Death Valley.

Wonderful service from the kind bartender/server! I forgot her name, but she had pretty flowers in her hair. The Frito chili tasted good.

Stopped in Beatty on our way to Tonopah. My Mother and I just needed a drink to cool off and decided to stop at the Happy Burro. The bartender was amazing, she is so sweet and funny...but beware she pours a stiff drink at a very fair price. You may not make it to your destination!

Welcoming to both locals and travelers alike, the chili here was quite excellent and exactly what we needed as we were traveling along the highway. I was very happy that such an establishment was still serving food late in addition to the drinks. The bartender Kitty was super chill and provided us with excellent advice on hidden gems in Death Valley. I'll definitely stop here next time I'm in town.

If you are ever in the Beatty area, this place is a must! I happened in here after a day of Death Valley trekking. Super cozy, the place was packed to the gills already with regulars, but fortunately had some outside seating. Great Old-west decor, with a wall full of plaques from all the awards the chili has won over the years. I had to order up the chili dog with onions, and it was great! The chili was hot and tasty, the dog had that nice snap to the skin and was just the thing after a long day. The lady running the place (never got her name--my bad) was super friendly, as was the other people in the bar. Someone there had a cute doggie inside, so I got some bonus pets in. It was pretty cold outside being the end of December and all, but there was an awesome old school wood stove outside being tended by the part-time bouncer Randy. We sat down with this dude for a while and had a great old time! He regaled us with stories from his time as a Beatty native, and before we knew it the bar was closing time! Sure wish I had more time out there, but hopefully this won't be my last visit. All these reviews here, and not a single one mentioned the men's room? IYKYK.