50 Best American Restaurants near Lamont

“This place is delicious, it might be just a burger spot, but eveytime we go out to Bakersfield. We make it a point to drive out to Lamont and eat at Root Beer King.

Parking: Small parking lot but plenty of street parking. Always find a spot to park.“

“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 their food. I eat their quite often.“

“best food and service ever!“

“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.“

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

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

“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...“

“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“

“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 .“

“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. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Decided to give this place a try, I'm glad I did! Prices weren't expensive at all. I ordered the chicken sandwich and it was huge! The burger was good and tasty. Fries were 10/10. Definetely hitting this spot over any chain fast food restaurant from now on!“

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

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

“Excellent chef! I enjoyed every single bite of the meal here at The Nines. Considering the quality, the price is reasonable. Excited to come back here again!“

“Just stopped in by happenstance. Service was friendly right off the bat. Sat quickly and was able to order right away. Brussel Sprouts were amazing. Ribeye French Dip was one of the best I've had. Excellent atmosphere. I highly recommend this place. FYI- you can get a cigar and enjoy the covered patio too. That was dessert 😉“

“Maybe it’s because I’m from the East Coast, but I honestly think these are the best burgers in the world. In-N-Out never disappoints — everything tastes fresh and just hits different.

Definitely try the “four by four animal style” — it’s insane. And if you didn’t know, they also have a secret menu, which makes it even better.“

“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.“

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

“DO NOT STAY HERE!! IF YOU ACTUALLY WANT TO SLEEP!!! I am so mad right now. We picked this hotel to stop and get rest on a long road trip, what a mistake!!! Its basically like im sitting in a f$%^% rave! Blaring loud music, bass is rattling the walls, and we were told "I can give you ear plugs..." wtf is that going to do??? Do not stay here!! Edit to add: I spoke to the front desk this morning and right away they blew it off saying "ma'am, its down town Bakersfield, its going to be loud"... be f&%$^ serious!! Im 40yrs old, I've stayed at 1000's of hotels in my life. Many on the heart of Vegas strip, big party areas, and NEVER in my life have I dealt with something like that! She said its not the hotels responsibility... um yeah it is! They are 10000% aware of this MAJOR issue and it IS THEIR RESPONSIBILITY to warn there customers. We didn't even want this type of room, we asked for two king rooms, and the host at checkin said this option would be better. I hope this place continues to lose business, until they start taking some responsibility.“

“Urbane café is the best lunch spot in this town“

“Phenomenal burgers. I will have to stop by when I am not in the middle of a 350 mile drive from LA to SF. The bar looks well stocked. We had lunch in the bar, but they also have indoor and outdoor dining areas. Really cool. Definitely worth going again.“

“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.“

“Bakersfield has a lot of Mexican restaurants. We had camped in the beautiful Sequoia National Forest for four days and were jonesin' for some Mexican food. We picked Agave based on Google reviews and its proximity to the freeway. We got lucky! The service was good, and the food was great! The smoky salsa they served with the fresh tortilla chips was the first indicator that we had chosen wisely. The chile verde was as good as my mamacita could've made. Even the beans and rice were tasty. We ordered from the lunch menu, but the portions were perfect. Highly recommend!“

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

“One of the BEST restaurants in Bakersfield . The burgers and fries are big and tasty . The juices they have are incredible. Will definitely be coming back .“

“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.“

“I love this inn and out so much the people are so friendly and welcoming every time I go there I have amazing friends such as miss manny then Silvia. Then there is ulyesus Everyone is just the best plus the food was just amazing 🤩 I love them so much“

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

“delicious food great surroundings“

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

“I wasn't actually AT Woolworth's today but was announcing to my Friends and the Facebook Community that our beloved Woolworth's was given Historical Landmark status and was to be preserved and Reopened!!“

“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!!“

“They got rid of the 2 double delux for 10, as such, this place became the same as every other local joint. At that point, I'd rather go to closer places like Youngs or Golden Ox. The counter people are dismissive, probably because they are in fact over worked. The food now is a touch pricer than others, and the indoor seating is very cramped and uncomfortable. Drive thru only for me, and that's... insane to navigate.“

“This place feels like a wholesome family experience. There’s no such thing such as a stranger here and I love the service as well as their coffee. Will be returning soon.“

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

“We visited for the first time and had a wonderful experience. The service was friendly and excellent, and the food was delicious. The portions are quite large, so come with a good appetite because you’ll get plenty of food. Everything was tasty and enjoyable, and we were very happy with our visit. Overall, this is a place we would recommend and definitely plan to return to in the future.“

“Been living in the neighborhood for 15 years, I've seen this building be transformed and stay set with Sam's One of the most popular spots for the people in the area. Firrrrrreeee ass ranch, bomb burgers and their chili fries bro.... Ask for chili cheese fries and an extra side of ranch, boi they hitting hard after leaving the shop next door and across the street. If y'all know, YALL KNOW!!!
Shout out to Ol' Boy steady running both spots 💪💪“

“Great place for meeting friends and having a beer. But, I cannot believe you don't serve onion rings!“

“I love this Denny’s the server Victoria is an absolute sweetheart! She’s so patient with my toddler. Dennys is lucky to have her!“

“Great happy place. Good food. I had a fantastic server named Clay who made my evening special. Clay was attentive, informative, professional, and friendly. I was dining alone & he made me feel like a valued guest. He was extremely polite & had timed my meal courses perfectly. And he smiled a lot. The restaurant was busy & I noticed the servers smiled a lot. Thank you for a pleasant experience Clay!“

“too much seasoning on the fries and not enough seasoning on the burgers don't get it“

“The food was made very fast and was very delicious“

“Food is always amazing! Staff is super friendly and attentive!“

“delicious food great surroundings“

“I only go for the grilled chicken salad only healthy thing on there“

“I love this Denny’s the server Victoria is an absolute sweetheart! She’s so patient with my toddler. Dennys is lucky to have her!“