50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Bakersfield

“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.“

“Food quality is really good. Service is quick and food quantity is also good
We had dal tadka and jeera rice which was awesome
The Amritsari kulcha should not be missed
Palak paneer was good with fresh Palak and garlic

Chai is with masala and smells so good“

“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...“

“Food was amazing definitely will be back again
It's a Family business and the service is excellent 👌 👏
This soup was delicious 😋
Tofu at point first time that I tried and excellent 👌 shrimp 🍤 😋
Everything we order was delicious“

“Carla’s Café feels like stepping back into a simpler time—when fresh ingredients, homemade recipes, and genuine hospitality were the heart of every meal. In a world that moves fast, it’s comforting to know there are still hidden gems like this that remind us how food is meant to taste: fresh, flavorful, and made with care.

From the moment you walk in, you feel welcomed like family. Every bite reflects the kind of quality and attention that’s becoming harder to find these days. Places like Carla’s Café don’t just serve food—they help brighten your day and give you a small moment to slow down and enjoy something real.

Grateful to still have spots like this in our community. Easy 5 stars. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“The food was amazing. Our server was awesome. Very respectful. That service food was so fresh and delicious. Also, we got the chocolate cake it’s to die for. I will definitely come back. Great place to eat. Highly recommend make it to all your friends and family. Paul was a great server.“

“Sharan is super attentive and always so pleasant!“

“Awesome waiter, great food and fast service. ❤️“

“I go to Crusaders every Weds. day night to play in a steel tip dart tournament. Crusaders is a fun place to meet people and to just hang out with friends. Crusaders also has a large stage for live bands. The stage area would need to be booked in advance. They have a good selection of beer made right on site. With many of those brews being award winning. They have friendly staff and a limited size dining area with men and women's restrooms that have baby changing tables available . Crusaders is very clean and has a friendly environment. They also sell beer to take home.“

“Hands down 🙌 this is the best poke bowl location in town!!!“

“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’“

“easily the best ramen place in Bakersfield“

“best food and service ever!“

“Love their food. I eat their quite often.“

“Chili verde omelette 🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“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.“

“Tuve la oportunidad de venir a comer al Pollo Rico y la verdad quedé encantada con la variedad de sabores y las opciones del Menú, todo lo que degusté estaba delicioso, el pollo al carbón tiene un sabor exquisito, las empanadas y las papas rellenas súper deliciosas, los frijores y el arroz también me encantaron, en fin todo! La atención fue extraordinaria, mucho respeto y amabilidad y pendientes de todo lo que uno nesesitara, el ambiente estaba limpio y agradable y disfruté de la buena selección musical ofrecida en todo momento. Yo pienso volver muchas veces más y para mi es altamente recomendable este Restaurante“

“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.“

“I was very unhappy I came here for mother's day with my fiance and kids and I was so unhappy about my food and my fiance was unhappy also with his we come here alot and im just so sad that the day I picked to come that my food was going to be dry and noodles were stuck together in a big clump and my fiance said his food was very dry to I love this place so much but for mothers day I was very disappointed“

“Most under rated Mexican restaurant in Bakersfield! Amazing family owned! A must check out place!“

“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. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“BEST Mexican food in town. My husband and I have been regulars shortly after they opened their doors. They even catered our wedding which was a bit hit with our guests. Everything in their menu is delicious…I especially like the pasole which I order frequently. A must try…you’ll enjoy the food and the service.“

“A good cheeseburger, crinkle fries both delicious!“

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

“best burgers in Bakersfield“

“The food was fantastic and the house margaritas were tasty. We were on the patio, which is beautifully lined with backlit tequila bottles, but ”cozy”. We sat at a table for two across a three foot aisle from another two seat table. We literally could have reached over to eat their chips we were so close. It was awkward, especially since it is quite out there. Also, our waiter could have cared less that we were there. But, again, the food was very good. D“

“Multiple food options, quantity and quality A+. Staff meet and greet with superb. Understanding and communication excellent. This has been and always will be my go-to pizza store. Sounds are good too but I kind of think that the size of the salad went down a little bit and the price didn't I could be wrong but anyways.“

“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 💜“

“I've ordered from Queen Pizza multiple times and every time people have asked me where the Pizza & Chicken are from. I definitely recommend them... and their service is amazing!“

“My must stop spot when visiting California! Food is amazing and the staff goes above and beyond.“

“the pazokkies were really good and taylor c was very kind and helpful“

“I really like their food; the zucchini sticks are delicious, and the breakfast burritos are tasty, they are very nice and take their time to cook the food to make sure it is cooked to healthy standards, I don't think I will ever get tired of eating here, I do hope though with the minimum wage hike to $20.00 hr. that it doesn't raise the prices to high, and have to close them down, to many small businesses and even bigger businesses are closing down now because they can't afford to pay their workers and keep the prices down where their customers can afford the food, but they are one of my favorite fast food places to eat on this side of town.“

“Finding a good breakfast burrito in a town we'd never visited felt like a gamble, but this place exceeded our expectations! The flavors were spot on, and the burritos were delicious. My only recommendation is to have pickled jalapeños and carrots available—they'd be the perfect addition. Highly recommend!“

“Trust me, we have repeated our visit to this restaurant (sometimes just we 2 and other times with a large group of friends) many times people and the staff have always been friendly. We’ve never had one bad experience and will continue to be loyal patrons. They are always quick behind the sushi bar (hats off to the sushi chefs) and our food comes out fast so that’s a plus. Today the fish was fresh and served up with a nice garnish of a beautiful orchid and the fish is very fresh we were very pleased with all of it. We went during happy hour where specific rolls are half off! Take my word for it on this: Order yourself the spicy garlic edamame as a starter! You won’t be disappointed in fact it’s fantastic. When our sushi came we were offered ginger and authentic wasabi too. Wow what a nice surprise. I honestly have never had authentic wasabi to know what I was missing. Treat yourself as soon as you can. I’ll upload my impressions that I captured. We revisited this sushi house and were happy to enjoy fresh sushi. Steve had the spicy pork bento. I’ll add my photos from today“

“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.“

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

“great food friendly staff“

“Excellent homestyle traditional food and presentation representing the wonderful state of Michoacan. Our food was fresh and made to order. The server was wonderful and patient with the modifications some of our younger guests requested.

Their aguas frescas are made in house from fresh ingredients and they bottle them, which was convenient to take on the go instead of using those flimsy to-go cups. The place is very small so there may be a bit of a wait to be seated if it's full. Especially for those with large groups.

The only drawback is that, unfortunately, there is no easy access to the restroom. You have to walk through a cramped kitchen to the very back. However, the food is worth the visit regardless of this minor quirk.“

“Very pleasant/professional staff. Great choices on their menu. Delicious food (five of us; each agree with different meals). Very nice ambiance. Fun history of the location.“

“Checked out Wool Growers Restaurant and had a really good experience. The food was hearty, flavorful, and served in generous portions that left everyone satisfied.

The place has a classic, welcoming atmosphere with plenty of character, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Great spot for a relaxed meal and good company 👍“

“Loved this place! The servers were exceptional. We had a large group and they handled everything like pros. The banquet room was beautiful and we didn't have to wait long to eat. Just a special note all the servers were attentive and friendly, we liked the extra touch of the manager Nicole who made sure everything was perfect.“

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

“Had a wonderful time 💯 the food was really good I highly recommend it“

“As someone who appreciates good Mexican food, Asada Grill never disappoints. I usually go for their burritos and have also tried their chilaquiles, which were excellent and full of flavor. Today I decided to try the shrimp burrito, and it was fantastic, fresh ingredients, well seasoned shrimp, and a great balance of flavors without being overly heavy.

What I like about this place is that the menu is simple, but the food is consistently fresh and flavorful. You can tell they care about the quality of what they serve. The portions are solid, the service is quick, and the food always hits the spot.

Definitely one of those reliable local spots when you’re craving a good Authentic Mexican food, always one my favorites.“

“Family & Local Experience“Everything tasted homemade, especially the [Enchiladas suizas. crispy shreded beef taco], which was excellent. The team creates a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, and you can tell they truly care about their customers.” Thanks 🙏🏼 i appreciate your Consideration and humble jester. 🙋🏻‍♀❤“

“Love going to this restaurant. One of my favorite healthy places to eat. There aren’t many in Bakersfield that have locally grown food to enjoy a nice meal at. Besides, anywhere you go is expensive but here you’re getting quality food and locally sourced food. Heather was even there that day and came out and shared her vision with us. We are very excited for her and wish her all the best!!“

“Always, always a night to remember. The most pleasant staff ever. Cuddos to Hallie B:) The vibe would have you teleported to San Diego or Santa Barbara. The aroma of the tasty pizza choices lingers upon your entrance to the restaurant. And how amazing to have a venue - where 🍷 wine invites conversations that are happy for the grown folks to truly enjoy:)

Imbibe is the vibe!!“

“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“

“Awesome, the food is fresh and well presented, great service and value.“

“Do you want to feel special? Do you want to experience getting served at 3 course meal? Try their meals here they literally will melt in your mouth and dessert is the best part! I highly do not recommend bringing young kids this is an adult function. It's worth every penny. All proceeds go to charity“