50 Best American Restaurants in Bakersfield

“Delicious food hungry Bear wonderful and nice cozy place to dine in“

“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. 🤌“

“Interesting (in good sense) breakfast choices. Shakshouka was perfection. Finally, it's rare to get a sweet potato dish that tastes amazing. Don't miss Moo Creamery's version of sweet potato.“

“Chili verde omelette 🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“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.“

“Love the fact you can find things there that you can't find anywhere else!!“

“Friendly staff, and tasty food with lots of variety. This is the place to go for down-home eats and plenty of them.“

“The aesthetic of the place and the food is nice.“

“Great service and friendly staff“

“The best waitress (service) staff in town - excellent food - wonderful atmosphere!!!“

“Friendly staff, and tasty food with lots of variety. This is the place to go for down-home eats and plenty of them.“

“Friendly staff, and tasty food with lots of variety. This is the place to go for down-home eats and plenty of them.“

“Fire a** Lemon pepper wings, better than spirment rhinos wings over in LA county....dude u bite into it and u think its the bowling alley cat fish till u realize its a wing. Fucken god sent dude,drunk or sober this is the real wing stop ++++ fire a** shakes and burgers add pops and son are cool as f*** and freindly.... If they had naked chicks it would be 10 stars ALL DAY....“

“Good food great beer good bartenders“

“Awesome service. Always a pleasure to have as a waitress Michelle“

“I must say after my last experience. The owner was quick To reach out and invite me back. This time my experience was much better food was flavorful and fresh for the most part sides could’ve been warmer but fish was crispy and perfectly cooked. Chicken was fried to perfection. Staff was friendly and service was excellent will definitely recommend.“

“Great food at reasonable prices. One of our favorite places to go every Sunday. 😀“

“Yummy food. Great service. Highly recommended.“

“Great atmosphere and peaceful. Let’s have a cup and visit. Great views“

“Always my favorite burger, but this time was the first time getting the Avocado Burger! So delicious!!! It was big & they did not short me on avocados, that's for sure! The fries are always crispy & have good seasoning, good homemade tasting ranch & the staff is so friendly. We always seem to have the same girl (weekends or today is a holiday) & she is so friendly & always has a smile. It is worth the whole drive across town.“

“We loved the vibe of the place, starting with the back patio that was tree covered, did not sit out there because there was nobody else sitting out there early in the morning, and the chairs were a little hard. Our server was friendly kept your coffee for an answered any questions that you had about the menu. Our food came up very promptly after ordering, and everything was prepared very nicely I decided to try the biscuits and gravy because I like to do that at a place I’ve never been to when they offer it, the gravy was thick, and had nice chunks of meat in it for flavor. And the biscuit was light and fluffy the eggs Benedict were very good, and I tried the corn beef hash because it was homemade not from a can! I had a good flavor. The eggs were cooked perfectly, and the hashbrowns were browned perfectly as well. I would definitely revisit if we’re down in Bakersfield again. 😎“

“The environment is clean . The servers are friendly and the menu has a variety . The food is good .“

“Finally had lunch at the guild house. It was absolutely lovely, I was greeted as soon as I walked in. I did have a reservation and my table was ready. Everyone was extremely pleasant. I was offered a hot or cold option and I chose the hot option. Pea soup, chicken Marsala and strawberry shortcake to finish. Polenta fries were perfect!

Parking: 90 minute street parking available“

“NV Catering catered my best friend's wedding, and I couldn't be more impressed! The food was absolutely fantastic, and the team executed dinner seamlessly—everything went off without a hitch. The tasting experience was also a highlight; the variety of options was incredible, and the portions were more than generous, truly the size of a full meal. I highly recommend NV Catering for any event—their professionalism and delicious food make them a standout choice. You won’t be disappointed!“

“Great food. I love to go here with friends and family for a quick little dinner. The people are very nice. But if you go be careful in the bathroom there's two toilets but no stalls one toilet has two walls on each side but no door and the other toilet has absolutely nothing.“

“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.“

“down the street from my apartment awesome food thanks habit“

“We had a fantastic dining experience at the renegade room. This was Basque food night and every dish we had from the soup and salad to the oxtail stew and dessert were fantastic. We also had a great server who took good care of us. The room was warm and cheery, and it was just a great experience.“

“Valet is a joke! Violent and horrible!“

“Great salad and husband loved the Moroccan Lentil Soup Friendly !“

“If you stay at the Marriott you will certainly dine here at an expanded typical Free Breakfast with hotel stay. If you’re not. Hotel guest you would do yourself a favor and Google Breakfast Dining Bakersfield CA High Rating and find Many great choices.
Please note for. Hotel Breakfast Spot this one is a 4-Star. ???“

“Adelaida was our server & she was friendly & accomodating to our needs... We love Denny's... l wish they offered a Senior Discount on all items... Other than that l have no complaints...“

“delicious food great surroundings“

“The Barnyard consistently delivers great food and excellent service. We are so happy to have them in our neighborhood.“

“perfect food and overall beautiful !“

“The ambience is so inviting I love the old look of the countertops, but most importantly, the food is absolutely fantastic. We can’t choose just one meal everything we’ve had has been excellent.“

“An iconic Bakersfield coffee shop. All local not corporate. Ms Jaydan is the ultimate server.“

“The taste of the breakfast potato’s (my fave) & everything I tasted made sharing a meal with family the best of times!“

“Sharan is super attentive and always so pleasant!“

“The sandwich and the salad were bomb. The salad was the good kind of extra with a nice touch with the with the cut tangerines and the small grains of Parmesan. It really put it all together and it was super good. It was a pleasant place to eat inside of.“

“We've been out of state for almost 8 years, and when we came back, this was our first stop. Sonya, our favorite server, recognized us ! The food was superb, quick, and served hot, exactly the way we ordered it, and it was delicious. Large portions mean you could split a plate, but who wants to share? Same cook as before. He is an absolute artist with a spatula. lol we really enjoy the breakfasts here. So glad to come home to something familiar

Kid-friendliness: Has kids menu, will do some special orders. Fairly accommodating.“

“I had a Western Burger from there yesterday. Great burger!!!“

“Food was tasty. It was a little busy for the two waitresses working. Place looked trashy tables not bussed when we walked in.“

“If you want a homecooked meal, breakfast, lunch, etc. Then this is the place to go on the south side of town! The portions are generous and full of flavor!!!!Breakfast:The eggs were delicious, the bacon was for sure farm fresh, and the country-fried steak was to die for!!! It had just enough char and moisture to make you crave another bite, the gravy was the sweet spot for sure. Biscuits and gravy was its own meal and it was offered as a side ?! Sooooo good without the need to pepper or salt anything on the entire plate!They also have a classic Coffee bar where I'm sure many a deal has been struck and a story told! Quaint, with quick service and a homely vibe!“

“We always have excellent service. We especially like the bar because the atmosphere is very welcoming. Reagan provides exceptional hospitality consistently.“

“Been here multiple time and they always have great service and delicious fresh made to order food, but yesterday I ordered the turkey burger, they gave me a veggie burger, I told the employee, she said " that's the turkey burger, but if you like ill confirm with the cook" I said yes please and the cook also said it was turkey, I ate it and dint want to complain but that was not what I ordered, that was no turkey burger there was no meat in it it was a veggie patty, just be aware that they might not know what are they selling, not sure if they were all new employees but they were clueless.“

“I love this restaurant for both take out and dine in! Such an amazing location. This place has an awesome vibe. Check it out. The service is always on point. The food is delicious also. Try the Garlic Noodles on the app menu. ?

Vegetarian options: Gardein not chicken tenders, not orange orange chicken!“

“Great food, friendly staff. I come here once a week .“

“A Hidden Gem! I had the most delightful experience at this café! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with beautiful decor that gives it a warm, welcoming vibe. The coffee is absolutely top-notch – rich and smooth, just the way I like it. I also tried their signature pastry, and it was to die for! The staff was friendly and attentive, and the service was quick despite the place being busy. I’ll definitely be back for more of their amazing drinks and delicious bites. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful spot to relax or catch up with friends. Five stars all the way!

Kid-friendliness: This café is a dream for families with little ones! The staff is incredibly welcoming, and they go out of their way to make kids feel special. The menu has great options for kids, from fun and healthy snacks to smaller portions of their adult meals. The atmosphere is laid-back, and the space is spacious enough to accommodate strollers and young children without feeling cramped. We had a fantastic time and will definitely be returning regularly. Highly recommend this café for any family with kids!“