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    Baja Fresh

    2.7 (125 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Tex-Mex, Fast Food
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    BAJA FRESH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    They also do catering
    Saundra F.

    Vegan options!!!!! The cashier was very friendly very helpful. She suggested things to order. They have two big screen TVs music as low smells nice and fresh nice and bright. This car was completely clean. They even have the mango salsa. Thank you, Bakersfield Baja for making my experience memorable

    Fresh salad unlimited
    Christian G.

    Fresh chicken,steak and cook to order fish and shrimp!!!!! It doesn't get more fresh than that.

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    Cristina D.

    The last of what used to be several locations of Baja Fresh locations in the city, this spot was clean and plenty of seats inside. It's been a while since I've had the food but coming here reminded me that Baja's food was fresh and always made-to-order. There are new menu items now like their version of a Texas hot chicken taco and burrito. However, I stuck with an oldie but goodie, the Baja Ensalada. Greens were fresh and plenty of chicken. The salsa bar was clean and well stocked. Overall, a satisfying lunch hour.

    The salsa bar
    Lisa R.

    This is barely my second time at this Baja Fresh, and I've gotten the same meal both times. I love their quesadillas! And their salsa is so bomb with the guacamole and sour cream! Staff has always been friendly to me...place always seems clean. And it's at The Marketplace, next to Starbucks!!!! What more can you ask for?

    Harry S.

    Went back and I can say there were more chips and salsa bar was filled. Food is still better than other places around and good price for amount of food.

    Chili Lime Salad with shrimp as an added protein option, chicken, steak, carnitas are the other protein options.

    Came here for the first time in many years, the customer service was great, my food was delicious and the dining area was super clean.

    Kids Meal: Chicken Quesadilla, Beans and Rice
    Ella P.

    I am the definition of a quesadilla enthusiast, it's what I get everywhere. Baja Fresh, hands down, is the best I have EVER had. If y'all want an amazing combination, get a chicken quesadilla, rice, street corn, and a root beer. I have to admit, the beans and chips are not good, but that's my only complaint. Everything else is INCREDIBLE. I go here almost every Sunday, and everyone there is so nice. The location is nice, I've had no problems with it, and it is always clean. If y'all ever want a meal, especially a cheap one, this is an absolute must.

    Small order of quesito and chips
    Crystal B.

    The service is good. Food comes out fast. It's always neatly packed it looks like the rest runs very efficiently and everything is organized. The fish on my taco was a little dry but it was to go and probably should of been eaten right away. And love the help yourself salsa bar

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    We've been coming to this location for years and it still doesn't disappoint. Solid burritos!

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    Great customer service. We got our food quickly. Everything was delicious. We were impressed

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    New chicken torta is pretty tasty. The bread is soft. The avocado makes it better. And the mango salsa is pretty tasty too

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    They need to teach the cashiers what no dairy means. It's an allergy and my food is ruined. They got my money and I got no food. Upset.

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    Salsa needs a little more seasoning. The Baja burrito was great. I love that the tortillas are thin not too bulky.

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