A traditional family-style Basque restaurant, starting with soup and salad and thick slices of fresh bread with butter. Choose your entree and heap your plate with more family-style sides. I had the lamb chops and added garlic -- they were perfection. Service is fast and efficient and the decor is traditional Basque with lots of wood and red and white tablecloths draped over long communal tables. Bring your friends!
Kaden TheGoat2k
Amazing spaghetti ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
jeremy canfield
Great, Great, and more great food!!! It just kept on a coming out the kitchen!!! You better be hungry...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Therese Call
I don't know if it was busy or short-handed, but the food took too long to come.French fries and sphegettie were an odd combination.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Elaine & Jeremy Canfield
So good, and so much food! Going back here again!Vegetarian options: There is one pasta dish for the veggie folks, more of an omnivores place to eat a wide variety of things.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Chops, Roast Lamb, Oxtail Stew, Pickled Beef Tongue, Beans and Salsa, Cabbage Soup and Salad
Melissa S.
When we arrived at 5pm, when they opened there was plenty of parking. The neon sign was a nice touch to the exterior of the restaurant. When we walked in you can't see the front desk. We only knew to look as another women walked across us and said she's going to check in. The front desk is tucked into the dining room, across from the bar. We walked up to the front desk and asked for a table for 2. She first said is a table ok, then she looked at her seating chart and said there is a booth if you want in. It looked like everything was reserved and we were lucky to get seated. As it turns out while seated, all of the booths were accounted for, but there were a couple of tables available for those of us who didn't make reservations. The place was much lighter and brighter than I expected. The wall paper has a light background and the walls are painted a light color. For some reason knowing it's an older establishment I thought it would be dimly lit and over crowded with tables. As it turns out there is a chandelier every few feet and it really lights up the place. Since we've been in Bakersfield we've heard about this place and it's gotten lots of hype so we had big expectations for our dinner. Unfortunately with it built up so big, it was a little of a disappointment. The spread was as expected. And we paced ourselves so not to fill up on one item. I wish I had kept the soup bowl and not let them take it as I really wanted more soup. They clear the dishes as you go through the meal to make room for more dishes. The dinner included: The Set up- (You can order just this and skip the main entree.) Bread- Cold French bread- good with butter Cabbage soup- I liked this best out of all the dishes that was served Beans- Tasted like Baked Beans, They were really good Salsa- Spicy. It really perks up the dishes Tomato salad- pickled tomatoes (Tomatoes in vinegar dressing) Really good, but vinegary Green salad- A bit too much dressing Vegetable of the day- Carrots- Very good Spaghetti with meat sauce and parmesan cheese on top. Very good French Fries- Needed more salt or ketchup, which is on the table. I got the fried chicken with garlic- It was very dry. I was really disappointed. It came out with a wing, leg, part of a breast and thigh. Perfect for one person. I ate it all. The portion was small enough that you can eat nice servings of the set up and have room for your chicken dinner. He got the pork chops. He got two small pork chops. It was good, but a small portion. If you eat a hearty set up you will be full at the end of your meal. I've tried it once and don't think I'd come back again. I am glad I went to give it a try and see what all the hype was about. If you haven't experienced Basque food I recommend you give it a try. Know there is a lot of food so pace your self. You can take home what you don't finish.
M
We've been coming here as a family for generations! The food is amazing every time, and the servers treat everyone like family. The neighborhood has gone downhill unfortunately, but they do have a parking lot attendant to watch the cars.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Chops, Filet Mignon Steak, Large Plate of Tongue, Set-Up, Green Salad, Roast Lamb, Tomato Salad, Pickled Beef Tongue, Beans and Salsa, Cabbage Soup and Salad, Includes Soup
Travis Messner
They are slippin'. Been going there since 1986, this visit was a letdown. Went for my birthday and was disappointed.I hope they turn it around.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Pickled Beef Tongue
Jack S.
What a great family atmosphere. The food was delicious, the service was fantastic and the other patrons around us made for a very enjoyable evening. Fantastic place !
Stacy M.
Wool Growers has been a family favorite for generations. Many of our family celebrations have taken place here. The food is absolutely delicious! Meals served family style in hearty amounts. Service is outstanding. Just a wonderful dining experience. If you've never been to Wool Growers it's a must try.
Awesome as usual. Service was great. Had the set up and it did not disappoint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Set-Up, Green Salad, Tomato Salad, Food Just Kept Coming, Pickled Beef Tongue, Basque Soup with Beans, Beans and Salsa
Christine W.
Just stopped for a drink, bartender was great but the bar was pretty empty. I was not that impressed with the ambiance but totally loved the sign
David P.
Stopped in Bakersfield for the night, heard there's a large Basque population here, so decided to try a Basque restaurant for dinner. This place looked promising - family owned, locally loved. We were not disappointed! We came on a Friday night and the place was jumping with what looked like a mostly local crowd. We were seated at a long table with another couple down at the end. They leave lots of space between parties, then fill it up with various bowls of food. For $21 each, you get more food than you can possibly eat (read the menu or other reviews for particulars) served family-style. You can add an entree for not much more, and/or get a side of the pickled tongue. Sliced very thin and marinated in a nice oil and vinegar with garlic, it's a treat! Pro tip: Bring a half dozen containers for leftovers!
Mike Bravo
What a treat! Ate at the bar and had just a good of meal if I had sat. Hope this place never changes!Parking: They keep a security guard outside
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: New York Steak, Tomato Salad, Includes Soup, Pickled Beef Tongue, Cabbage Soup and Salad, Basque Soup with Beans, Beans and Salsa
tina a.
The food is good. You get a lot of food if you order the plate. Ambiance is eh. Service is good.
A traditional family-style Basque restaurant, starting with soup and salad and thick slices of fresh bread with butter. Choose your entree and heap your plate with more family-style sides. I had the lamb chops and added garlic -- they were perfection. Service is fast and efficient and the decor is traditional Basque with lots of wood and red and white tablecloths draped over long communal tables. Bring your friends!
Amazing spaghetti ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great, Great, and more great food!!! It just kept on a coming out the kitchen!!! You better be hungry...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I don't know if it was busy or short-handed, but the food took too long to come.French fries and sphegettie were an odd combination.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
So good, and so much food! Going back here again!Vegetarian options: There is one pasta dish for the veggie folks, more of an omnivores place to eat a wide variety of things.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Chops, Roast Lamb, Oxtail Stew, Pickled Beef Tongue, Beans and Salsa, Cabbage Soup and Salad
When we arrived at 5pm, when they opened there was plenty of parking. The neon sign was a nice touch to the exterior of the restaurant. When we walked in you can't see the front desk. We only knew to look as another women walked across us and said she's going to check in. The front desk is tucked into the dining room, across from the bar. We walked up to the front desk and asked for a table for 2. She first said is a table ok, then she looked at her seating chart and said there is a booth if you want in. It looked like everything was reserved and we were lucky to get seated. As it turns out while seated, all of the booths were accounted for, but there were a couple of tables available for those of us who didn't make reservations. The place was much lighter and brighter than I expected. The wall paper has a light background and the walls are painted a light color. For some reason knowing it's an older establishment I thought it would be dimly lit and over crowded with tables. As it turns out there is a chandelier every few feet and it really lights up the place. Since we've been in Bakersfield we've heard about this place and it's gotten lots of hype so we had big expectations for our dinner. Unfortunately with it built up so big, it was a little of a disappointment. The spread was as expected. And we paced ourselves so not to fill up on one item. I wish I had kept the soup bowl and not let them take it as I really wanted more soup. They clear the dishes as you go through the meal to make room for more dishes. The dinner included: The Set up- (You can order just this and skip the main entree.) Bread- Cold French bread- good with butter Cabbage soup- I liked this best out of all the dishes that was served Beans- Tasted like Baked Beans, They were really good Salsa- Spicy. It really perks up the dishes Tomato salad- pickled tomatoes (Tomatoes in vinegar dressing) Really good, but vinegary Green salad- A bit too much dressing Vegetable of the day- Carrots- Very good Spaghetti with meat sauce and parmesan cheese on top. Very good French Fries- Needed more salt or ketchup, which is on the table. I got the fried chicken with garlic- It was very dry. I was really disappointed. It came out with a wing, leg, part of a breast and thigh. Perfect for one person. I ate it all. The portion was small enough that you can eat nice servings of the set up and have room for your chicken dinner. He got the pork chops. He got two small pork chops. It was good, but a small portion. If you eat a hearty set up you will be full at the end of your meal. I've tried it once and don't think I'd come back again. I am glad I went to give it a try and see what all the hype was about. If you haven't experienced Basque food I recommend you give it a try. Know there is a lot of food so pace your self. You can take home what you don't finish.
We've been coming here as a family for generations! The food is amazing every time, and the servers treat everyone like family. The neighborhood has gone downhill unfortunately, but they do have a parking lot attendant to watch the cars.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Chops, Filet Mignon Steak, Large Plate of Tongue, Set-Up, Green Salad, Roast Lamb, Tomato Salad, Pickled Beef Tongue, Beans and Salsa, Cabbage Soup and Salad, Includes Soup
They are slippin'. Been going there since 1986, this visit was a letdown. Went for my birthday and was disappointed.I hope they turn it around.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Pickled Beef Tongue
What a great family atmosphere. The food was delicious, the service was fantastic and the other patrons around us made for a very enjoyable evening. Fantastic place !
Wool Growers has been a family favorite for generations. Many of our family celebrations have taken place here. The food is absolutely delicious! Meals served family style in hearty amounts. Service is outstanding. Just a wonderful dining experience. If you've never been to Wool Growers it's a must try.
Restaurantji Recommends
Awesome as usual. Service was great. Had the set up and it did not disappoint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Set-Up, Green Salad, Tomato Salad, Food Just Kept Coming, Pickled Beef Tongue, Basque Soup with Beans, Beans and Salsa
Just stopped for a drink, bartender was great but the bar was pretty empty. I was not that impressed with the ambiance but totally loved the sign
Stopped in Bakersfield for the night, heard there's a large Basque population here, so decided to try a Basque restaurant for dinner. This place looked promising - family owned, locally loved. We were not disappointed! We came on a Friday night and the place was jumping with what looked like a mostly local crowd. We were seated at a long table with another couple down at the end. They leave lots of space between parties, then fill it up with various bowls of food. For $21 each, you get more food than you can possibly eat (read the menu or other reviews for particulars) served family-style. You can add an entree for not much more, and/or get a side of the pickled tongue. Sliced very thin and marinated in a nice oil and vinegar with garlic, it's a treat! Pro tip: Bring a half dozen containers for leftovers!
What a treat! Ate at the bar and had just a good of meal if I had sat. Hope this place never changes!Parking: They keep a security guard outside
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: New York Steak, Tomato Salad, Includes Soup, Pickled Beef Tongue, Cabbage Soup and Salad, Basque Soup with Beans, Beans and Salsa
The food is good. You get a lot of food if you order the plate. Ambiance is eh. Service is good.