What can I say? Soooo glad we stopped here at The Botanist for lunch today on our way to Paso…read moreRobles. My husband commented that it made him want to move to Bakersfield which made our server Emily laugh. Limited parking in back and some street parking. We walked in without a reservation at 11:15 on a Friday and were the first customers of the day. Great decor, dim lighting, vintage looking furniture which does not sacrifice comfort for artistry. Our cocktails and meals were spectacular: Botanist Fashioned: 5/5-the brown sugar cinnamon syrup added a spicy bite to each sip which was unexpected and fun. Watermelon Sugar High:4/5-refreshing with watermelon juice freshly made in house and an ice cube with mint frozen in it. Seared cauliflower: 4/5-great appetizer for 2. The crispy chicken sandwich and the Botanist smash burger:5/5-Both had super flavorful pickles and toasted buns which always add a lovely crunch to each bite. If you're ever in Bakersfield and are at least 21, this place is well worth it! We'll hopefully be back someday. Highly recommend!

I honestly was just looking for some take-out but I had such a good time at the botanist!…read more I love a good moody interior so I sat at the bar and the lovely bartenders were so sweet! I ended up getting a burger, fries, and a mocktail! The food was amazing but, from a student's perspective, I will say it wasn't a cheap eat. I really enjoyed the experience though so I didn't mind the little splurge! :) Would definitely come back here with friend for the apps and drinks!

This place is amazing. Great service, good vibes, and beautiful art. My friend and I went to eat in…read morethe gallery. Very respectable service and attentive as well. I recommend this place. The food was amazing as well, I got the tri tip melt and my friend got the sweet potatoes and Brussel sprout bowl. Very delicious!!

A Delicious Thank You to Teachers!…read more What an incredibly thoughtful way to give back to the community! One of our teachers at school entered a drawing for a free catered lunch from Locale Farm to Table, and we were so lucky to win! The drawing was the owner Heather's way of giving back and showing her appreciation for teachers. She was especially touched by our teacher's story, which made the win feel even more meaningful. Many of us who work at the school already dine at Locale and absolutely love the food, so we knew we were in for a treat. Heather brought some of their most popular dishes, including a hot honey goat cheese spread with Pyrenees bread, roasted butternut squash and Brussels sprouts, a fresh garden salad, and a chocolate and strawberry pastry for dessert. Everything was absolutely delicious! What really stood out, though, was how much thought Heather put into making sure everyone could enjoy the meal. She heard that we had some vegetarians among us and went above and beyond by preparing additional dishes without bacon so everyone had plenty to eat. That extra touch meant so much and really showed how genuinely caring and thoughtful she is. Having this incredible meal right before the first day of school was such a special treat. Teachers and school staff work incredibly hard, and feeling appreciated in such a generous way was truly wonderful. Thank you, Heather, for your generosity, kindness, and for supporting our school community! We are so grateful, and, of course, already looking forward to our next visit to Locale!

Excellent atmosphere great food can't ask for anything else ! the size of the hamburgers and the…read moreprice is amazing. You have to try the chicken wings.

We placed our order for pick up and by the time we got there about 15 minutes later the food was…read morehot and ready to go! The tri-tip sandwich was delicious filled with thick juicy slices with minimal fat on the meat which I greatly appreciated. Next were their dry rub baked wings, the flavor has a bit of kick like a buffalo wing minus the mess, but all the flavor! Hands down one of favorite despite not being a wing person myself. The salads were refreshing we did one southwest and one Cesar both of which can easily be spilt in half and be more than filling!

The sandwiches are huge, fresh, and packed with ingredients. You can tell the bread is the star…read morehere -- perfectly toasted with that classic sourdough flavor that makes the whole sandwich better. I ordered the turkey bacon avocado and it did not disappoint. The place was clean, service was friendly, and my order came out pretty quick even during the lunch rush. Their soups and sides were good too, especially paired with the sandwich. Portions are definitely worth the price. If you're looking for a fresh sandwich that actually fills you up, this place is worth checking out.

Ordering ahead was super convenient and quick. The tomato bisque is delicious and the bread is…read morereally fresh and soft. The clam chowder was a little fishier than I typically like. Great spot for a quick lunch

If you're an Italian food lover, this place is a must-visit! They're famous for a reason. The food…read moreis absolutely incredible, and they've even expanded over the years to make room for more customers because they're just that popular. I could go on and on about how amazing everything is, but honestly... you just have to try it for yourself. It's phenomenal! As Bakersfield continues to grow and more restaurants pop up, there are always those places you find yourself coming back to again and again. This is definitely one of them. And trust me, my photos and videos don't even do the food justice. It's that good!

Service was very good this time around Had the mezzo mezzo…read morewhich was very tasty and had plenty of leftovers to take home Also got a carrot cake with caramel drizzle to go which I know will also be good

Yummy selections from Guiltless Pastries. They do not have a storefront that I know of. Have…read morefound them at Farmers Markets in town. Also found them at Rio Acai Bowl one time. They do make some yummy desserts. I have tried a few, and none of them have disappointed. So why are they guiltless? Their treats are made from healthier ingredients!! Check the labels, and you will see! So when you find their goodies, buy them and enjoy some guiltless pleasure!

I had the cheesecake! It was delicious!!! A lovely family business :)…read more I started my parents on a vegan diet, and these pastries keep them from going back to the dark side lol. And let's be real, in Bakersfield it's really hard to find anything that isn't a sugary/dairy/fatty mess. I wish Sprouts or Lassens would allow a few items at their stores. In other words, I wish I could buy a treat whenever I pleased lol. Keep those treats comin'!!!

We had a wonderful experience at Moo! The brisket melt was amazing!!! Kaylie was an amazing server!…read moreShe was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down. Her service was excellent, and she went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. It's always great to have someone like Kaylie taking care of you--she has a great attitude and really made our visit enjoyable. We truly appreciated her wonderful service and will definitely be back!

Great food. I have two favorites the fish and chips and the burger with egg on it. Can't remember…read morethe name.

I really want to give it 5 stars but every time we come there has been an issue. The food is…read moredelicious and I will definitely come back but today the service was very very slow. We asked for napkins which never came and we waited a very long time to get our check and to go box. It was not our servers fault. She was the only server I saw for the inside and outside and I also saw her behind the bar making drinks. They need more employees working. We showed up at noon 1 hour after they opened and the place was dead. We were the only ppl outside in the patio. During our stay 3 other couples did show up. Im hoping next time I can give them 5 stars.

I wanted to give a shout out to sonders. This place is amazing. I love that they have a huge…read morevariety. They are constantly adding seasonal items which are amazing. Service is second to none. We like the bar area because the seats are more comfy and bartenders are very attentive. Ambiance is relaxed and casual but can also be great for business lunch. Absolutely must try!

This isn't my first time here, but I will say their dishes have changed. Didn't want any alcohol so…read moreI settled for the passion fruit lemonade and it was very refreshing. They gave me a sample of the lavender iced tea but I wouldn't order it. Outside seating is great if you want to hear the conversation because it is loud and noisy inside, just super busy. The burger I ordered wasn't the same as in the past but they did make it to my liking with only giving me half the cheese, so that was super great. The Ahi poke stack was fresh and very delicious. Fries were seasoned perfectly. This place is has great customer service, because shrimp tacos were go off the menu after a certain time and our meal time was 7ish, so they catered to my friend and made the shrimp tacos. I didn't try the shrimp tacos but was told they were pretty good.

My server was Prompt & very pleasant today. I ordered the…read moreAl Pastor Fish Taco lunch special. It is Grilled Cod with pineapple, cabbage, green onions, cilantro, crema & guacamole which sounds so delicious. There are two reasons why I gave a lower star review today. I was really looking forward to these tacos but unfortunately the fish was mushy with very little flavor. As I ordered my server asked if I wanted the signature, curly or sweet potato fries. What she neglected to inform me was that there was an add on fee for the sweet potato fries, so my $13 lunch special turned into a $16 lunch. I don't like surprises! Although the service was very good, I would like to have made an informed choice on the fries. Mostly they have yummy food and good service. They have Happy Hour 3-6pm and 9pm to close daily. I have to come back soon for that because I'm really curious, the happy hour menu looks a treat.

Everything tasted super fresh, especially the mango dishes and drinks. The flavors were sweet,…read morerefreshing, and perfectly balanced -- you can tell they use quality ingredients. I tried one of their specialty desserts along with a mango smoothie, and both were honestly addictive. The atmosphere was clean, cute, and relaxing, making it a great spot to hang out with friends or grab a quick treat. Staff was friendly and patient while explaining the menu too, which I appreciated. If you love mango anything, this place is definitely worth checking out. I'll definitely be coming back to try more off the menu.

the owner was very kind, he brought our table a sampling of a great appetizer which was delicious…read more however when our dinners were served my husband's enchiladas were cold and my salad was severely lacking gusto. the greens were soggy and the amount of chicken was less than expected for a dinner entree. the chicken wad also tough from being over cooked. i did send my salad back, however what they brought back wad was not an improvement. being absolutely exhausted from our drive in and taking another couple as guests we could not complain as really was what we wanted to do. Overall, a clean and elegant environment but the service, portions and quality were lacking.