Knott’s Berry Farm: Food, Fun, and Rides Without Getting Stuck (This Time!)

It’s time for another Knott’s Berry Farm food run! This time, Selene and Austin joined us—we were on a mission: maximum food, minimum regret. With our stomachs prepped and we aimed for a chill day at the park. We were determined to get every penny’s worth of our dining plan.

Double Cheese Burger with Onion Rings

Chili Cheese Dog with French Fries

First stop: Coasters Diner, where we indulged in double cheeseburgers and a chili dog. Were these gourmet creations? Maybe not, but hey, they hit the spot and paired perfectly with the theme park vibe. Then, like the dedicated foodies we are, we ventured to Boardwalk BBQ for their smoked tri-tip, which was so tender and flavorful, especially with the spicy BBQ sauce.

 

Smoked Tri-Tip with Mashed Potatoes and Corn Bread

But hold on—this wasn’t just a food crawl disguised as a theme park visit! This time, we actually hit the rides. That’s right: we rode stuff. And guess what? None of us got stuck, which feels like a solid win in the theme park achievement book.

Now, I’ll admit, I’m all about the thrill rides—bring on the drops, loops, and adrenaline rushes. But for Sal? Let’s just say his idea of “thrill” leans more toward finding the perfect churro than riding a roller coaster. We stuck to some of the slower rides, just for him.

First up was Jaguar, a smooth and surprisingly long coaster that gave us a mini tour of the park—bonus points for being a crowd-pleaser with zero whiplash. 

Jaguar!

Next, we went full old-school with the Calico Mine Ride, which is like stepping into a Wild West fever dream complete with animatronic miners and explosions (because why not?). Finally, we wrapped things up with a spin on Snoopy’s Tenderpaw Twister Coaster, which is every bit as adorable as it sounds. Think tiny drops, gentle turns, and a solid 10/10 on the “fun for all ages” scale.

Calico Mine Ride

Snoppy's Tenderpaw Twister Coaster

Last but not least, Sal wouldn't be Sal without a little bit of shenanigans. Yeah, he tried to break into the Drug Store, and then tried to take the train all for himself. Well, at least he keeps things interesting.