Restaurants in Bakersfield
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Best Restaurants
“Awesome service. Always a pleasure to have as a waitress Michelle”
“Nice friendly place to have a good time and a good beer and the bartenders a good friendly guy I recommend crusaders to anyone looking for a nice place to relax or have a good time with a date.”
“Ahi Sushi is easily one of our all-time favorite restaurants and definitely our most frequently visited. We’ve been here on packed Friday nights and on quiet Tuesday afternoons, and every single time, the experience has been nothing short of amazing.
From the spicy edamame appetizer to the complimentary miso soup, every bite is spectacular. What stands out most is the consistency. We’ve been here at least 10 times, and each visit has delivered the same exceptional quality and flavor. That level of consistency is rare and something we truly appreciate.
The service is also unique in the best way. Servers seem to work as a team. You might not have the same person bring your food or check in, but someone is always taking care of you. It’s clear the focus is on making sure the customer is always attended to, and it works beautifully.
Huge shout out to the cooks! Their attention to flavor and quality shows in every dish. And equally important, the cleanliness of both the restaurant and the bathrooms is always top-notch. That says a lot about how the place is run.
Ahi Sushi is one of the best spots in Bakersfield, hands down. Please never change a thing. We will continue coming again, and again, and again. This place has never failed us and truly deserves the title of hidden gem.”
“I’ve always enjoyed the food and the Luigi’s experience and last night just added to that! I hosted a surprise party in their warehouse and it was phenomenal! Their staff is amazing! From start to finish, they delivered! From their detailed-oriented event coordinator, Lis Clarke, to their friendly, attentive, and fun staff—I am thoroughly impressed! All of my large events will be held at Luigi’s from now on!”
“Great food and excellent service. Our waitress was Fabulla A. Super sweet and very informative. She sold me on the Berry Burst mixed with BJ's Jeremiah Red. Sooooo delicious. I highly recommend. I had the Thai peanut noodles My fam had the chicken parm and my kiddo had wings. Everything was fresh, hot and delicious. Can't forget the Pazookie. 🤌”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“This has always been a great place but they feel understaffed. 20-30 minutes to receive first drinks and then be able to order appetizers. The servers are friendly and doing there best but I feel like they need to lower volume until they have staff to accomdate the amount of people”
“The lavender lemon drop is yummy. We shared the nachos, which are really good. Our waiter disappeared for a bit but eventually someone else came and took our drink order.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Oscar was our waiter for lunch. He’s very accommodating. He brought our drinks right away. Took our order. He was friendly, outgoing very positive vibe. Our order without any problems. The steak was cooked to perfection. Even asked if you wanted tea to go. he was an excellent waiter.”
“Second time here and it's been fantastic both times. I got the original chicken sandwich, medium. The spicy level was perfect, made my lips and mouth tingle but didn't over power the sandwich, and slaw was cold and fresh. Large portion of fries with seasoning of some sort and they were delicious. You could probably split an order of fries because the sandwich is so big, you'll end up stuffed at the end if you finish both. I was kind of annoyed that they charge a $1 for a cup of sauce, but it didn't take away from everything else. House music type vibe inside, on the louder side but you can still have conversations at the tables. Overall I really enjoyed this place and would recommend it 👌”
“Ahi Sushi is easily one of our all-time favorite restaurants and definitely our most frequently visited. We’ve been here on packed Friday nights and on quiet Tuesday afternoons, and every single time, the experience has been nothing short of amazing.
From the spicy edamame appetizer to the complimentary miso soup, every bite is spectacular. What stands out most is the consistency. We’ve been here at least 10 times, and each visit has delivered the same exceptional quality and flavor. That level of consistency is rare and something we truly appreciate.
The service is also unique in the best way. Servers seem to work as a team. You might not have the same person bring your food or check in, but someone is always taking care of you. It’s clear the focus is on making sure the customer is always attended to, and it works beautifully.
Huge shout out to the cooks! Their attention to flavor and quality shows in every dish. And equally important, the cleanliness of both the restaurant and the bathrooms is always top-notch. That says a lot about how the place is run.
Ahi Sushi is one of the best spots in Bakersfield, hands down. Please never change a thing. We will continue coming again, and again, and again. This place has never failed us and truly deserves the title of hidden gem.”
“Sports Bar type, screen TV monitors around the bar area, all other dining for 4 basically,but can be set up for more in groups. When busy, it is loud in there. The salads are great for lunch and very large. Really liked the meats and food selection here. Way to go guys”
“Stopped here while I'm visiting the town. I sampled their English Toffee ice cream. That's a winner if you can have nuts. Big chunks of toffee. Got a pint of that. They only sell pints in their special plastic containers so it's a bit pricey but you only live once. If I was going to eat it right away I would have just purchased a cone which seemed like the best deal. I also bought one of each flavor of chews they make. They do sell them individually. 8 in total. Though they do have 3 Sugar free ones too. I loved the Caramel and the Peanut Butter the best. Peppermint a close 3rd. Then, in their freezer section they do carry containers of half gallon ice cream but those do not fit in my RV freezer unfortunately, As well as, frozen bananas covered in chocolate and some in nuts and have Dubai Chocolate bars filled with Pistachio ice cream. Those sounded better than they were. The pistachio ice cream wasn't very flavorful. It's one of my favorite flavors of ice cream too so I had high expectations. And for $10.25. Just not worth it at all. So, that was a bummer. So all and all would recommend coming here for a cone or sundae and some chews if you're into that.”
“What a special treat to discover this restaurant my first morning in Bakersfield. Delicious Chilaquiles, and a coffee made with that very special natural sugar found everywhere in Colombia, South America, Panela! Topped off with salsa music. I’ll be back.”
“This is the best restaurant in Bakersfield food is great service is the best. Everyone working here are friendly and helpful and always get everything right we come here twice a month .The owner are so nice and friendly and make sure everyone is taken care and the management is also great”
Outdoor Dining
“I’ve always enjoyed the food and the Luigi’s experience and last night just added to that! I hosted a surprise party in their warehouse and it was phenomenal! Their staff is amazing! From start to finish, they delivered! From their detailed-oriented event coordinator, Lis Clarke, to their friendly, attentive, and fun staff—I am thoroughly impressed! All of my large events will be held at Luigi’s from now on!”
“This night was the first time we were greeted. My husband and I usually go to this location of Blaze pizza on Coffee Road. Tonight was a good service by Wendy and staff. She was attentive and pizza great. Wendy did a good job. It wasn't burnt or under cook like another times. Wendy and staff was industrious unlike other times.”
“This has always been a great place but they feel understaffed. 20-30 minutes to receive first drinks and then be able to order appetizers. The servers are friendly and doing there best but I feel like they need to lower volume until they have staff to accomdate the amount of people”
“The variety and quality of seafood dishes is highly unusual for a Mexican restaurant, including two options for whole fried fish. Great food, attentive service, festive atmosphere. And they have made great use of the historic icehouse building.”
“Loved everything about my experience at The Botanist. The atmosphere is what I heard most about, so I tried it for date night. It did not disappoint. Service was excellent, server was attentive and helpful. They are known for unique cocktails, so I tried am Encanto (tequila based with orange and basil) and it was phenomenal. Also had the Loaded Fries, which made a full meal. Can't wait to go back.”
“This place is great! Today we had sundaes. The black and white is irresistible. We’re traveling through and I wanted to show my children one of my favorite places in Bakersfield. In addition to the ice cream I had to get some candy too. I love the original peanut (tastes like a softer Abba Zabba bar). So addicting! The pistachio is great too! Ambiance had upbeat music, friendly staff and fun atmosphere. The kids loved it!”
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“Great food and excellent service. Our waitress was Fabulla A. Super sweet and very informative. She sold me on the Berry Burst mixed with BJ's Jeremiah Red. Sooooo delicious. I highly recommend. I had the Thai peanut noodles My fam had the chicken parm and my kiddo had wings. Everything was fresh, hot and delicious. Can't forget the Pazookie. 🤌”
“This is the best restaurant in Bakersfield food is great service is the best. Everyone working here are friendly and helpful and always get everything right we come here twice a month .The owner are so nice and friendly and make sure everyone is taken care and the management is also great”
“After leaving another area restaurant/bar due to zero service, we decided to stop into Nuestro Mexico. So glad we did. The servers remembered us even after it had been awhile since our last visit. We were greeted warmly and seated promptly. From that moment on - the food, cocktails, service was ON POINT! Best decision we made. Comfortable atmosphere in historic central Bako. Highly recommended. We’ll be back. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“By far the best butter chicken I’ve ever had ! My husband and I are obsessed. We eat here at least once a week. The atmosphere is always very relaxed and the employees are so nice and welcoming. Will definitely be a forever returning customer 💜”
“Stopped in for lunch, and was amazing as always. We’re a Frequent Foodie at Frugatti’s, because of the great service, food, and atmosphere. Don’t skip the dessert, you definitely need that. We met the owner, Ralph, today. It was fun to discuss his future plans and his passion for perfection. Best lace to eat in Bakersfield, hands down.”
“I went for take out. I had a $100 gift card a client gave me. I ordered the FAMILY STYLE Chicken Picatta. It said it feeds (4). I got garlic mashed potatoes and a green side salad. It came w/(2) squaw bread loaves and butter. While it states Feeds (4), I SAY it’ll feed (8) EASILY!! Just add a bag of salad to the portion they gave you and you have a full meal for under $100 that feeds (8)!! The portions are so big and I had a ton of leftovers because I only fed (3). We ate on it all week!! Good choice and soooo delicious!”
“This is one of my favorite places to go in town~ They always have the friendliest staff and their food never disappoints! Their new yaki noodles and tazuna rolls are really great. I loved their tazuna roll because I got to build what I like in it, since I always have the hardest time choosing between what roll I want. Their tea is so refreshing to drink! I got the mango black tea and it was definitely the perfect thing to have in today's hot weather. Great place to go for a casual lunch or dinner :) <3”
“After leaving another area restaurant/bar due to zero service, we decided to stop into Nuestro Mexico. So glad we did. The servers remembered us even after it had been awhile since our last visit. We were greeted warmly and seated promptly. From that moment on - the food, cocktails, service was ON POINT! Best decision we made. Comfortable atmosphere in historic central Bako. Highly recommended. We’ll be back. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Food is great and fresh.. love it!! Healthy Choices!! ?
Vegetarian options: Enjoy good food for vegans!! Yummy ??
Parking: Inside a shopping center next to Panda Express ???
Kid-friendliness: Nice to kids that I've seen????
Wheelchair accessibility: Driveway ramp is there also..”
“We lucked out and arrived when there was no traffic .
They have these fancy touch screens you can use to take your order instead of squinting at the blurry sign.
Self serve soda dispenser.
Vegetarian options: You can make a custom order on the kiosk. Ask for " fresco - style ".
Parking: Wide enough to fit a semi-truck .
Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair friendly .”
“Great place to have sushi. The quality and taste of the food are superb, have been there many times already, and never had an issue with anything, and they got a discount every day from 3-5Pm half price on several rolls.”
“This is probably one of the best vegetarian Indian food places I have been to. Service is 10/10. Food is 10/10. The food is made fresh by the family and that makes the whole experience so warm and welcoming.”
Takeout Restaurants
“I had an amazing experience at this Korean restaurant! The seafood pancake was absolutely delicious — perfectly crispy on the outside and packed with plenty of fresh seafood inside. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients. The side dishes were also excellent, especially the pickled cucumbers, which were refreshing and full of flavor. Everything tasted authentic and well-prepared. I’ll definitely come back again!超级好吃😋”
“Stopped here while I'm visiting the town. I sampled their English Toffee ice cream. That's a winner if you can have nuts. Big chunks of toffee. Got a pint of that. They only sell pints in their special plastic containers so it's a bit pricey but you only live once. If I was going to eat it right away I would have just purchased a cone which seemed like the best deal. I also bought one of each flavor of chews they make. They do sell them individually. 8 in total. Though they do have 3 Sugar free ones too. I loved the Caramel and the Peanut Butter the best. Peppermint a close 3rd. Then, in their freezer section they do carry containers of half gallon ice cream but those do not fit in my RV freezer unfortunately, As well as, frozen bananas covered in chocolate and some in nuts and have Dubai Chocolate bars filled with Pistachio ice cream. Those sounded better than they were. The pistachio ice cream wasn't very flavorful. It's one of my favorite flavors of ice cream too so I had high expectations. And for $10.25. Just not worth it at all. So, that was a bummer. So all and all would recommend coming here for a cone or sundae and some chews if you're into that.”
“My name is Jj and a couple times a month my daughter and I stop by on my way to take her to work and order coffee. I always order a peppermint mocha and my daughter orders some blended drink. I didn’t know her name so I called just a few minutes ago to and told them about my expierence. I got her name and so now the Kudos will commence:
Jennifer, I would like to express my most heartfelt gratitude for the drinks you prepare. Your customer service is impeccable and i am always greeting with a warm hello and that award winning smile. Customer service is a slept on skill. It’s the little things that make people feel better about life and themselves. You my dear excel at that. I know everyone gets that same treatment but I would like to thank you for making people feel special by the amount of love you put into making my drink, but I’m more than positive you do the same for everyone. My always go to is peppermint mocha and most places taste foul. Jennifer thank you again and I look forward to having another drink prepared and the friendly interaction. Thank you again for what you do.”
“My husband stopped in for lunch today and got a bunch of food for us to try we have seen it before and said many times that we wanted to try it because you can smell it driving by and it smells amazing and he finally had the time. Let me say this food is absolutely amazing we got a meat platter it had to have like 5 different things with rice and beans and wow 🤩 the chicken was the best chicken I’ve ever had we even got plantains and some pastries I highly recommend and the owner Joe was so nice we will definitely be back”
“Thank you Don, for providing a welcoming environment. I took my networking group to your brewery today, the staff had a table ready for us & there was plenty of room. Bonus the pretzel with cheese was bomb!”
“Stopped in for lunch, and was amazing as always. We’re a Frequent Foodie at Frugatti’s, because of the great service, food, and atmosphere. Don’t skip the dessert, you definitely need that. We met the owner, Ralph, today. It was fun to discuss his future plans and his passion for perfection. Best lace to eat in Bakersfield, hands down.”
“I went for take out. I had a $100 gift card a client gave me. I ordered the FAMILY STYLE Chicken Picatta. It said it feeds (4). I got garlic mashed potatoes and a green side salad. It came w/(2) squaw bread loaves and butter. While it states Feeds (4), I SAY it’ll feed (8) EASILY!! Just add a bag of salad to the portion they gave you and you have a full meal for under $100 that feeds (8)!! The portions are so big and I had a ton of leftovers because I only fed (3). We ate on it all week!! Good choice and soooo delicious!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“This is the best Papa Murphy’s to go to. The staff has always been great! Pizza’s are very good as well! If I lived across town, North Chester Papa Murphy’s is where I would go, hands down! Even though it’s take out only, the atmosphere is very pleasant, the staff are always welcoming!!!”
“Took my daughter for her birthday. The place was busy. The staff took the time to greet us. Took our order right away. One of best part of this little gem is. The old school menu options. I had an open face turkey sandwich. 1980's reruns of the price is right. It took me back to my childhood.”
“I grew up in BaldwinPark in the 60's. In-N-Out has never changed which is good. It has high quality & fresh food with of course the best customer service around. All The restaurants are the cleanest place to eat. Cleaner than a hospital. I usally go once a week. ENJOY.”
“We gave Sweet Fix Creamery a try today and it did not disappoint! We had the flight with Toasted Coconut, Cookie Monster, Birthday Cake and I cannot recall the name of the last one but it was similar to biscoff cookie flavor. They were very creamy and tasty. We were very indecisive but the staff was helpful and understanding. The customer service was amazing. It’s such a breath of fresh air to be treated kindly as a customer. 10/10”
“Had a pretty good experience there. The atmosphere in this place is amazing!Definitely sets the mood where people can talk and eat. It’s also good for business meetings as well!Time goes by fast. The food was good but a lil plain but the drinks were really good and I loved it.”
“Great food very polite staff.Makes you feel like family every time you go.”
Cheap Eats
“Our group, ten hungry people traveling from San Francisco to Los Angeles stopped in Bakersfield for Thai-Chinese foods. We were lucky, the owner did the cooking for us. Surprisingly, the quality of the food is authentically Thai and Chinese. Kee, the owner is a Chinese from Thailand and owns 3 branches in Las Vegas and other cities too. The service is excellent! and the facilities are very clean.”
“We celebrated my birthday on taco Tuesday & we also participated in the line dancing after dinner in their brand new venue. It was rustic with a timeless, vintage flair. The line dancing was family friendly and so much fun. I had the steak salad. It was solid! Good size steak medallions in a super fresh bed of lettuce and assorted veggies including tomatoes and beets with home made blue cheese dressing. Our daughter who almost never finishes any of her meals consumed most of her taco salad which was a generous serving. She couldn’t stop telling us how good it was! Papa had the very flavorful ground beef tacos with a side of perfectly seasoned potato salad. We ordered a side of carne asada tacos which were a little on the dry and salty side. Although the place was very busy our server was very attentive and recommended their Ribeye special on Thursdays…so, we made it out again tonight to celebrate our anniversary. We both had the amazing ribeye special and boy was it special! Salad was once again so fresh and tasty. The baked potato and sweet potato fries were melt in your mouth yum. The rolls were toasted yet so tender. The steaks were seasoned and cooked to absolute perfection. No need for any condiments on these steaks. We thought it would be good but not that good! Salute to the outstanding chefs! Our server Jasmine was also very attentive and made us feel at home. We ate in the newly extended covered patio which was very inviting but could use better lighting on the outskirts of the patio. We are looking forward to trying the fish Friday specials including shrimp tacos next! Thank you Ethel’s for the outstanding service and for serving up heartwarming meals!”
“Reviewed by my wife (Teng) We finally tried Saigon Bento. Their food was really so good! We got the Jurassic pho soup and it was very delicious and satisfying. We also got the Saigon Bento plate and everything in it was so tasty! But the one that stood out was the garlic noodles. It’s so flavorful! The flavors of garlic and Parmesan cheese combination was so savory! Highly recommend!”
“There are some really good things to share with you and unfortunately, quite a bit of bad. Starting with an awkward arrival process, service went downhill fast and stayed there - earning a 10% tip. Upon arrival, the hostess seemed flustered and instead of leading us to our table, she pointed where to go and said she would be there to bring "um, uh, umm" and I completed the sentence with - MENUS. "Yes, menus". They were brought promptly. Putting a drink order in......well, that wasn't so prompt. We both ordered iced tea, one regular and one raspberry. They were served to us reversed. Both of us got a surprise drink before swapping glasses. From time of order to food delivery was good and eggs were nice, hot and freshly cooked. Once the food was dropped off, we would never see our server again. There would be no checking to see if we needed anything or ask how the food tasted so far. We had to flag down another server for refills and to ask for butter. A third person handled the transaction with her iPad. She was walking by and noticed us sitting there with empty plates and glasses. Very disappointing service - start to finish. The Food: The chili verde omelette was fantastic and better than some of our other breakfast faves. The fruit was also very fresh. The chicken fried steak premade and fried - not dredged and breaded on premise. The hash browns are not made with fresh potatoes grated on premise like most top breakfast spots. These potatoes are rehydrated and fried. In an oddity, I chose a biscuit as my bread choice and that usually includes gravy. This was served as - just a biscuit. No jelly, no butter, no gravy. The food was good enough that we'll return and try again.”
“Victoria is so Friendly we love Victoria at BLVD. Thank you for Lunch for NAPD..”
“The fries are super crispy inside & out. They're very generous w/ toppings & sauces, it lowkey overshadows the patty. If you wanna taste the meat I'd get the double.
They also give you a pager so you can walk around to the other food trucks.”
“O'Hennings is truly a hidden gem. I tend to go either Tuesday or Wednesday nights. The bartender, Sheila, is the sweetest person. The drinks were poured perfectly, and she got everyone at the bar to play games. Due to its location, I was sort of hesitant to go in, but once you step inside, it's very inviting and calm. The parking lot is well lit, and theres a Taco truck right outside with their own seating area, or you can take your food into the bar. The only downside is that it's kind of dated inside.”
“Great dinner tonight. Great service from Jennifer Noblia. Love Urrichios’s!❤️”
“Really good from the moment you walk in. Greeted by a beautiful woman with a beautiful smile. The waiter was engaged and helpful. The food was fantastic and the wine selection so good I bought and drank a bottle. Shocked an Italian Restaurant this good, in of all places, Bakersfield.”
“This is good place to eat they always have fresh food and great flavor I do recomend this place to all my friends and family. Caldo de pescado is the best in town.”
“7/6/25 I so enjoyed my Beef bento delicious,sushi, salad so fresh our server was great Davy O I will for sure return, We were a party of 12 with 3 children they also loved it!”
“Love Nelson and the gang at Mauricios. Food is great. Price is right. They treat you like family. I highly recommend the guacamole, chips and salsa with a margarita chaser. ole’”
“Been here before for Sushi but this is the first time for Teppanyaki. Very good. Must try”
“Always have the best tasting beers 🍻 you can’t go wrong and they have the best service ! Been coming for years and don’t plan on stopping.”
“My husband and I have been regulars here for a while. The food and service here is just amazing. my favorite is the chicken marsala and lobster ravioli. Liz is the best waitress there hands down. Always so friendly! I can't recommend this place enough.”
“Cozy open space, great deco art decor, comfy leather seats , clean and welcoming environment. Definitely a great hangout place to relax with friends and escape everyday life! Didn’t get a chance to order any food but they had some l”lite bites “ on the menu !”
“i think heidi was the most fantastic professional bartender i’ve had at this bar in years can’t wait to come back. mainly to see her beautiful smile and personality… love bio best bar in town by far to visit with friends meet new clients or gain some more…”
“First time trying and the staff took forever cause they were attending a bday table that was loud and obnoxious but we stayed and glad we did cause the food was really good. Cafe de Olla was good. Iced coffees not so much.”
“AWESome experience . We had as AWESome very attentive waiter. Especially with our huge party of 30 celebrating my G’son’s BIRTHday. Every dish in our party was soooo delicious.”
“Mauricio the cook deserves a damn raise and a party. I accidentally left my purse yesterday because my child was upset and I carried her out while my husband paid. I called this morning and the waitress said it wasn't there and sounded Shakey like she was scared so I felt suspicious. I came in anyway and the waitress was nowhere to be seen but Mauricio immediately said it was there and handed it over. I cried a little and tipped him for his honesty. Real gentleman are rare these days, he's a real gentleman. His honesty is refreshing and he really saved my ass today.”
“Such a great, amazing experience!!!!!! Recently celebrated my beautiful wedding! Kristin was such an amazing coordinador, extremely helpful thru out the whole process on my wedding planning! I would do it all over again! ❤️ Thank you Kristin truly appreciate you! Great Feedback I received from all my loved one from the day of the wedding, all the staff was extremely awesome, great attitude and very attentive to all my family in anything that was needed thru out the night! Best part was the food! Highly recommend 1000/10 by far the best food we have all had at a wedding! Soooo delicious! Thank you chef 🧑🍳 Everyone whom worked the wedding, me and my husband truly appreciate you all. You are all an amazing team!”
“Apparently my first review didn't post and those that waited on me and prepared my delicious meal deserve a glowing review and gratitude. Visiting Bakersfield, I decided to enjoy a steak dinner with lobster. I rarely eat shellfish but this entire meal was past a 10 and off the charts with deliciousness! ??? Major yummmmm!! I also enjoyed the brownie dessert that was topped with ice cream and scooped whipped cream. Oh my goodness gracious delectable. I also decided to order a slice of carrot cake to go and enjoy for the next 2 days. I was pleasantly surprised by the dessert being sent home with me as compliments from the management. The carrot cake slice was huge and sweet and delicious and I ate off of it for the 2 days of my visit. I know this is long but y'all must try the Stockdale location of Outback in Bakersfield, CA. As they say....G'day mates.”
“You recently Changed the fries. People tell me they loved the thick perfectly seasoned fries. No one in my group likes the skinny dry fries. Can you bring back the old style fries, just give us less to make up for whatever you need to do. Thanks. We have been customers since you opened and we love the fish.”
“We visited La Costa Mariscos and overall had a pleasant experience at first. The food was good, especially the steak fajitas, and the drinks were enjoyable as well. The live music was a lovely surprise; the gentleman playing guitar and singing romantic songs really added a sweet, charming atmosphere to our evening.
The service itself wasn’t bad, but I was expecting it to be faster and a bit more attentive. Even so, the good food and music initially made us consider giving the place a second chance.
However, after our visit, I decided to give them my feedback so I read more customer reviews and came across several comments from other guests mentioning sightings of roaches. Finding multiple reviews with similar concerns is very unsettling and disappointing. Because of that, we’ve decided not to give the restaurant a second opportunity. Cleanliness is extremely important, and it’s unfortunate to see repeated complaints about this issue.
I hope the restaurant addresses these concerns, because the food and atmosphere have a lot of potential—but cleanliness and proper maintenance are non-negotiable for us!”
“Luis , a teppanyaki cook was very entertaining, enthusiastic and food was awesome!”
“The food is excellent, and I particularly love their pesto sauce. Thank you to the Hostess, Lauren, for taking such good care of me today. The pesto sauce is out of this world. I tried picking up some sauce the other day and they were out. I mentioned that I would come back this weekend when they add some more. I walked in there today and it was already waiting for me. Lauren absolutely 💯 took care of me. Thank you!”
“We had dinner there last night, one of the best fillets I’ve had in quite some time, lobster was excellent, service, off the charts. That folks is why we keep coming back!!!”
“Amazing food, service and atmosphere!! Ribeye steak was cooked perfectly and was one of the best steaks I've ever had.”
“If you want the very tastiest, off the charts flavor shrimp cocktail then you have come to the right place. I’m not going to lie, first impression was a small trailer with a table to eat right in a gas station parking lot but All that fades away once you begin eating. The Clamato base and perfectly chopped veg and cilantro and tons of good size shrimp! They are not skimpy but generous to a fault in my opinion than most restaurants will offer and topped with ripe avocado slices! We were served both tostada style tortillas and saltine crackers and napkins and soup size spoons. The 32 oz tall cup was rimmed with Michelada Sal con Chile! PERFECTION in a cup. The proprietors are clean cut, nice uniforms and very accommodating and friendly and bilingual. We will return because there was nothing preventing us from becoming repeat loyal customers. The menu is extensive too! Bravo! Enthusiastic thumbs up! Well done! The 32 oz was large enough for 2 people to be satisfied (on this occasion). Try them once I guarantee you will be satisfied too”
“My husband has been saying he wanted to try Brazas for several weeks, and we finally made it in. We enjoyed incredible food, a wonderful mimosa bar and phenomenal service. I was literally texting friends and family giving them a play by play of our experience. Hands down the best customer service we’ve experienced locally in quite some time. We will definitely be back on a regular basis!”
“Great authentic Thai food, with Great service too!! Always our favorite!! Be careful, they know how to do SPICY 🥵!! Delish!!”
“The best shrimp tacos ever!!!!
Parking: It’s in the same parking lot as a gas station, tucked in the back. There are blue tables. Plenty of parking every time we come.
Kid-friendliness: There was a family with children and a stroller with baby. They were so cute and happy.
Wheelchair accessibility: There’s plenty of room for a wheelchair, may have to go over a little speed bump ( it’s actually a cord protector)”
“Have been multiple times. Always get their spicy tofu and some mackerel. I share the meal with my wife and it is a lot of food. Service is fast at dinner but lunch it's a little slower. But that's no big deal.”
“Little Italy is our favorite “date night” restaurant. Owner, Chang and his staff always deliver a 5-star meal and extraordinary service. I usually order the chicken francaise, but I tried the halibut last visit and absolutely loved it. The location appears underwhelming in a strip mall, but once you step inside, you will feel like a VIP. My wife also highly recommends the lemon drop martini.”
“Just sharing a quick review of a new venue for us. Every town has their local gem whether it be a restaurant or a venue or even a park. We were invited to STARS, a local small dinner-theater in old downtown Bakersfield to see the production of, In The Heights. Think Lin-Manuel Miranda from Hamilton. Wow! They have a newly decorated bar & lounge where the vibe is spot-on 1930s style. The theater itself has various levels w/linen covered dining tables & everyone has a great view of the stage. The dinner: green salad, dinner rolls & nice entrées + yummy desserts. We chose tri-tip & it was very good. The service was exceptional. The production, all local talent, the singing, dancing & the acting …they did NOT disappoint. Some stood out with exceptional talent. Lin-Manuel Miranda would’ve been very proud of this production. The city of Bakersfield should be very proud of this local gem & I’m sure they are. We are definitely returning as the upcoming shows look to be equally delightful & entertaining. Sadly, not many dinner theaters around anymore. The band was so smooth even though you know they’re there, the meshing of the show numbers & the music was seamless. Thank you, Dave and Cyndi for the invite. Nice work!. From O.C. Vicky & Jim”
“I was getting some work done in the truck shop next door. Thought I'd try this place out. The food was absolutely amazing! So delicious! I'm pretty sure it's all made to order”
“McGarry's Irish Pub is a favorite of ours because of the wonderful service the staff, management, and security provide. The bartenders are very skilled in the profession. It is a very comfortable and clean pub.”
“My favorite pizza in town love the decor always feel relaxed with great music and amazing drinks. Pardon my French is my go to with a pizza margherita. No matter what you order it’s all delicious definitely recommend.”
“Very friendly service, good food and easy atmosphere. Every time we've gone it has been a pleasant experience.”
“I haven't had the pleasures of being at this gym yet! But we have been to
Vince Rock Hudsons Chicago Boxing Brotherhood Reunions class act! Looking forward to seeing his gym in California!”
“This may have just became my favorite taco spot!! Met with smiles at the window, I had questions beyond my Spanish capabilities and the lovely woman’s english, yet the cook/owner/ man behind the counter was so descriptive and patient. Tuesday had tacos for a Buck!! So I ordered some carne asada and el pastor. I also needed to try the rice and beans, they tell a lot about a business. We added two canned Pepsis and for under $15 fed both of us well. The asada tacos were perfection!! Melt in your mouth perfection, the produce was fresh, the salsa was dynamite, and I could have put down a dozen. El Pastor was delicious only dimmed by the excellence of the asada. Then the tell all… the rice and beans l… they were done by a perfectionist taught by a grandmother, or Abuela in this case. Whole pinto “pot” beans were seasoned to perfection and the rice was what I’ve been searching for since my favorite restaurant closed a few years back. If you haven’t tried this truck, Do It! After hearing the love coming from the cook as he described what things were, I’m coming back, going back, may never leave. There’s so much more I need to experience. I’ll keep you posted. Good no no, I take that back, excellent food!! Great prices! Lovely customer service!! Don’t miss out!!”
“I recently tried the Amritsari Kulcha here and was genuinely impressed. The stuffing was rich the crunch was perfect and the flavours were truly authentic. Excellent service and a must-try for anyone craving real Punjabi taste!”
“Came in to the stockdale location and was greeted by Cameron and had a truly great experience just waiting for what was a super awesome great event quality pizza!!! Paige and Faith were also great and super friendly and professional and just went out of their way to say hello to me and even make some small talk while I was waiting what I thought was a very short amount of time compared to every other place in town….food was outstanding and wow just an all around great experience! Great local business and even better employees! Tony’s has my business 100% moving forward!”
“The michelada VASO they sell is off the hook! They have a delicious lemonade and most recently got some horchata, all amazing!! Panda Gordo is the place to go..”
“I went with my family of 11 yesterday and we had a great time we had the tempura roll and the mar y tierra roll the aguachiles and shrimp ceviche and every was pretty good like margaritas and micheladas were delicious too and my little liked the chicken tender and fries it is pricey so be prepared to pay the good stuff our waiter was amazing didn’t get his name but he talked Spanish and that’s always a plus”
“Their menu and their sushi is soooooo amazing. Everything is fresh and great prices. We try to stop there every time we are in Bakersfield. The service is great…very friendly. If you’re looking for amazing sushi…this is the place!!! 😋🥰”
“Michelle made a PERFECT birthday basket for a relative - specific to their taste and delivered it for me. I live in Texas. The entire experience was delightful and the birthday girl loved it. I will be a repeat customer ❣️❣️❣️”
“Our last visit to Black Angus was about 7-8 years ago in Valencia, CA. Tonight, my husband made a dinner reservation at Black Angus in Bakersfield, CA. The whole experience was truly wonderful—from the perfect temperature and presentation of the food to the wide variety of main courses and side dishes that suited most appetites. Our server, Maya, was absolutely fantastic; she genuinely cared about making sure we had a great time. Her attentive service when taking our orders, her knowledge of the menu, and quick drink refills truly showed her dedication. Mr. Nathaniel even stopped by our table to check on us, providing thoughtful and sincere service that added a personal, caring touch. While other staff members are likely to offer similar kindness, I especially recommend asking for Maya and Mr. Nathaniel for a truly memorable meal. Don’t forget to sign up for their rewards program, as Maya suggested—you can start earning rewards on your visit and use them right away! The atmosphere here is warm, friendly, and inviting, from the moment you park in a clean, well-lit parking lot to when you head to the clean, well-stocked bathroom. Even tonight, when the place was busy, they still made us feel special with their personal attention and had no delay in serving us.
You might like … the delicious Ribeye with loaded Baked Potato freshly salad and Crispy Zucchini , for the dessert ask Maya she is the dessert fairy”
“It was really good , but won't be going back just to support a dear friend that was let go by them. My friend is an amazing chef with great talent in cooking and I hope I have support from other's as well. Who ever hires him next will have an amazing person but a great chef.”
“Service and quality, also delicious and clean, I loved it!! I recommend it.”
“Everything is very delicious and the service and waitresses are very friendly 😋💗”
“This is one of the best Mexican restaurants I have eaten at in bakersfield! Absolutely the best Chile rellenos for sure! Great atmosphere, excellent service and the food could not be any better!”
“Algo muy especial,sabroso él servicio muy amable, con estas recomendaciones el precio no importa, graciasCFresh”
“The food is always fresh to taste, tender, savory, crisp were needed and that Miso soup, is . . . DELICIOUS! 😋 The Bento dinner is very feeling along with sushi and the sashimi rolls.”
“New ownership has turned this place around. If you tried it in the past don’t let that stop you from coming back, you won’t be disappointed.”
“I really like it but the garlic isn't cooked at all, its just raw. Which is good but I think it would taste better if it was cooked a little. I ordered clams and they didn't put them in my bag.. food is freaking good though!!”
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“We went here to pick our daughter’s 13th birthday cake. And wow, absolutely amazing, beautiful and delicious. Went above and beyond our expectations. The young ladies that worked there were so patient and kind the atmosphere was so warm and inviting I would highly recommend. I absolutely love this little bakery.”
“Took my daughter for her birthday. The place was busy. The staff took the time to greet us. Took our order right away. One of best part of this little gem is. The old school menu options. I had an open face turkey sandwich. 1980's reruns of the price is right. It took me back to my childhood.”
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“I grew up in BaldwinPark in the 60's. In-N-Out has never changed which is good. It has high quality & fresh food with of course the best customer service around. All The restaurants are the cleanest place to eat. Cleaner than a hospital. I usally go once a week. ENJOY.”
“Second time here and it's been fantastic both times. I got the original chicken sandwich, medium. The spicy level was perfect, made my lips and mouth tingle but didn't over power the sandwich, and slaw was cold and fresh. Large portion of fries with seasoning of some sort and they were delicious. You could probably split an order of fries because the sandwich is so big, you'll end up stuffed at the end if you finish both. I was kind of annoyed that they charge a $1 for a cup of sauce, but it didn't take away from everything else. House music type vibe inside, on the louder side but you can still have conversations at the tables. Overall I really enjoyed this place and would recommend it 👌”
“extremely poor service. my boys were at a birthday party and it took an hour just to get drinks, at that they warm bottled drinks. then it took another hour or longer to get food. no one ever walked up to them for 45 min. and was not even a busy night not very many other customers their. never came back to refill. the drinks. extremely unacceptable service. it is sad when you can get better service and food from a food truck than an actual restaurant. not sure where to leave star rating but it would be -⭐”
“I love, love, love Applebee's..! As always.., but it is so nice when you have quality service to make your experience count. Aaron was our bartender and made a fabulous blue raspberry lemon drop. To-die-for..! So good. Dinner, of course was excellent. We are so happy with Bakersfield's finest choices in dining. Thank you”
“Sports Bar type, screen TV monitors around the bar area, all other dining for 4 basically,but can be set up for more in groups. When busy, it is loud in there. The salads are great for lunch and very large. Really liked the meats and food selection here. Way to go guys”
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“Beat pizza place in Bakersfield I’ve been to. Noteworthy: nice counter girl, fantastic crispy pizza with even portioned toppings and not greasy, clean fun atmosphere, punching bag game. Will definitely go back and highly recommend the Mckinley Combo pizza and Mountain Fries (potato wedges). I like how they leave the boxes by the counter where u can grab one if needed.”
“Oscar was our waiter for lunch. He’s very accommodating. He brought our drinks right away. Took our order. He was friendly, outgoing very positive vibe. Our order without any problems. The steak was cooked to perfection. Even asked if you wanted tea to go. he was an excellent waiter.”