I seen the Ahi Tuna nachos talked about on TikTok and have been craving them since! Finally, I visited and made a to go order and my goodness these nachos are enough for 3+ people and have plenty of toppings! The ahi tuna was fresh and the combined sauces (guacomole, possible srichacha mayo), green onion, etc made these nachos taste so ridiculously delicious and PERFECT for a summer entree. Just a note: the chips are tortillas chips and not wonton. The staff at counter were incredibly kind and helpful. Literally still dreaming about these nachos. read more

California Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

The front desk staff is always friendly if you don't want to order off the kiosks. I prefer the human interaction personally. If I have questions or make adjustments the staff is always very helpful. The ingredients here are always so fresh. The cooks have been well trained in cooking fish and seafood to perfection. It is always moist and tender. The quality of the fish is excellent. I ordered the Branzino, a sea bass, with the fresh sliced tomatoes and feta. My second side I upgraded to a Caesar salad for 99 cents. The tomatoes were yummy, the salad had a good flavor but unfortunately the lettuce was about room temperature. It has a very industrial interior. On a busy day the cement floors and high ceilings amply sound so it can be very loud. The decor is not inviting so it's not an environment you want to hang out in long. They do have outdoor seating, but you are right on California Ave so it can be very loud as well. I go for the food not the experience. If you want delicious & affordable fresh fish check out this restaurant. read more

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The food was good and fresh and they give you plenty. You place your order at the counter and pick it up when they call your name or text you. My grandsons love their food they are more into fish than I am. They love their fish and chips and their salmon. My daughter in law got the salmon salad and she loved it. This place is a favorite of theirs. I got the shrimp trio and didn't care for the coconut shrimp or the garlic shrimp but the shrimp skewers were very good. The clam chowder is very good, and so are the fries. The restaurant is really cute on the inside and clean. read more

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I have had a great meal every time. I wish they had another location towards the southwest of town. Their meals taste fresh and they have wild caught fish options as well. Their menu is extensive and the staff are always friendly. Their prices for what you get are reasonable. Sign up for their rewards also, it is definitely worth it. I have tried the rockfish , kale slaw, French fries, rice, shrimp and poke bowls. read more

Food was terrific the first time, so we went back the following week. Not quite as great, but still very good. Fish was excellent and so was the kale slaw. We had salmon and grilled tilapia - both very tasty. Second time we tried the fish & chips, not bad, but a bit greasy. The garlic toast, though, was barely toasted (or grilled) and disappointing. Veggies (Brussel sprouts & asparagus) were awesome! Cooked perfectly with a nice crispness. Service was also good - friendly staff! Can't say a lot for the ambiance, but not uncomfortable. We are adding it to our favorites list of places to go. read more

Honestly you can't go wrong here. Everything always comes out perfect and just a better over all option for fast food. There's many options to choose from including healthier options. I love the shrimp bowl and fish always comes out cooked perfect. Everyone is nice and good comes out pretty quick. read more

California Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Today I was able to dine in at this location and it was Amazing always very friendly staff and the Food always delicious!!!

Food was mid. Super super greasy. I know it's deep fried but tbh Long John Silver Fish isn't even this greasy. Also, flavor wasn't there tasted like oil with a hint of fish. Don't waste your time or money coming to eat here. read more

California Fish Grill - Battered Fish & Kaleslaw - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Located in a strip mall. Feels similar to going into chipotle. It's bright, lots of seating- order at the counter. Minimal employee interaction The food however is surprisingly good. It's a great place to add to the rotation if you're wanting seafood. read more

Dependable and a nice variety of menu options. The food is flavorful and this is a place that I like multiple items on the menu. You can't go wrong with any of it. Tonight I chose the giant shrimp (half Cajun/half butter) with rice and roasted corn. Service is always decent and a pleasant experience even when I'm picking up to go, as I did tonight. Always a clean environment and makes me look forward to coming back. read more

California Fish Grill - GIANT SHRIMP with WHITE RICE and FIRE ROASTED STREET CORN - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

The food there was amazing, well served and delicious! The service provided was just as great! Amazing workers with great attitude!! I will definitely be returning! read more

I had a really good experience at California Fish Grill. The restaurant was clean, and the staff were friendly and efficient even during busy hours. I ordered the lobster roll combo, which came with a side of fries. I did have to pay a little extra to upgrade to sweet potato fries, which was a bit of a surprise. The sandwich itself was buttery, the bread was soft, and the lobster portion was reasonable. The price felt a little on the higher side, so a few more pieces of lobster would have been nice. That said, it definitely satisfied my craving for a lobster roll. I'd return to California Fish Grill to try some of their other menu options. read more

It was our first time visiting here and we tried the branzino and tilapia, everything was delicious, the side Caesar is well worth the upgrade, staff were phenomenal, the guy behind the register was a saint as we asked a million questions. Wish they had some thing for dessert. Also wish there was one in my town! read more

California Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I ordered the Dynamite Shrimp Bowl with white rice and they gave me the brown rice, the brown rice was gross, I got very little shrimp and a boat load of brown rice, I had ordered via doordash. Waste of money, waste of time. Never order delivery from this place, absolutely disappointed. I'm never going to try this place ever again. read more

I attended an Elite Yelp event on 01/21/25 at approximately 3:00 pm. So this review is based solely on my experience on this day. The ambiance is super casual and probably a bit noisy during peak hours. Alcohol is available, beer, wine, bottled coconut water, sparkling water, kombucha and canned soft drinks. The restaurant is located in a strip mall with plenty of parking. Handicap parking is available near the front entrance. This location has outdoor seating, which is a nice feature when the weather is pleasant. This location had the option of placing an order via a kiosk or with a cashier. Since this was my first time here, I opted to use the cashier option. My cashier was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the menu. My Elite Yelp event included a free entree, taco and soft drink. Based on the cashier recommendation, I order the Mediterranean Tilapia Grill Plate, Fish Taco and a Strawberry Mint Mediterranean Tilapia Grill Plate: unfortunately I was served the Mediterranean Tilapia Bowl. So my review will be for the bowl. It included the following ingredients: 1-Piece of Grilled Tilapia, Avocado, Tahini Sauce, Kalamata Olive Salsa, White Rice, Chopped Kale, Seasoned Tomato & Feta, Diced Rosemary-Zucchini, Pickled Onions, Lime Vinaigrette. You are able to pick your rice base (white, brown or cauliflower rice), remove/add ingredients. I really liked this feature, to customize the dish to my liking. I did not remove/add ingredients to my dish. The bowl was delicious and would definitely order again. The zucchini was fork-tender and not over cooked. Avocado was fresh and ripe. The chopped kale was equally fresh and seasoned to perfection. I highly recommend this dish. The battered fish taco was so delicious. Crispy fish, not greasy or oily. Toppings consisted of cabbage, pickled onions, cilantro, diced tomatoes and a cream sauce in a yellow corn tortilla. A tomatillo green salsa and a red salsa were served with the taco. Unfortunately, neither salsa were spicy but they did have good flavor and tasted fresh. I also highly recommend this dish. The Strawberry Mint Juice was so good, not overly sweet, a bit tart. I would definitely order and recommend this beverage. I paid full price for this item since it's technically not a soft drink. The restaurant was clean and as customers were leaving, staff would clear off tables. Overall, I would definitely recommend this restaurant and I look forward to trying some other menu options. read more

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Ok this place is awesome! Stopped by for dinner today around 5pm and they got super busy after I placed my order. After about 10 minutes, my order was out and I couldn't believe how fresh and awesome my meal was. I ordered the Talapia Fish plate and the grilled Fish Taco, honestly both were so good! The talapia plate was huge! Fish was fresh and grilled to perfection. Would have to rate the dish a 8 out of 10. The grilled fish taco was also very good and would have to rate that a 8.5 out of 10. Service was great as they came to check on us as we dined and asked if we needed anything to which we super appreciated. Menu is unique and if your a seafood fan your in for a treat. They serve beer and margaritas so that's a plus. Dinning area/ room is a cool chill vibe. Make sure to check them out if you haven't already. Thanks California fish grill for the great dinner today! read more

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Came in on a Monday after hearing about the Chowder fries. Only to find out it's a Tuesday only item. But the chef took pity on me and went ahead and hooked a girl up. I was not disappointed. Yummy . I'll be back. Thanks to the staff for an awesome visit!! read more

California Fish Grill - Chowder fries. - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Had a great first visit to California Fish Grill! I ordered the battered fish tacos and they were deliciou! They were crispy on the outside, flaky and tender on the inside, with fresh toppings that tied it all together perfectly. I paired it with a pineapple cream soda, which was incredible I hadn't tried before. My server, Sarah, was great! She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything came out just right. She added higher level of service to the whole experience. read more

California Fish Grill - The front of the restaurant as well as the logo. - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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With many locations California Fish Grill is starting to cover many more places with their fresh delivery of seafood dishes to the masses. Affordable prices makes this fast casual dining experience excellent for a better alternative. Menu items feels inclusive for most everyone's taste with nice portion sizing and a delectable number of side dishes. Beer and wine is also available for dining served by a staff that is always pleasant and helpful. There are also a variety of seafood preparations styles to choose from and additional sauces, such as salsas and tarter sauces, for additional flavor. read more

I've been here twice and this place hasn't disappointed either time. Absolutely love the clam chowder. It's never fishy and always filling. Tried the fries this firm and they were also good. Last time, tried one f the fish plates and it as good. Not a lot of say about the service since it's just your typical order and securely place. They do keep the place clean and comfortable though. Nice place to get your fish fix when you aren't on the coast. read more

California Fish Grill - Fries - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Please be better! I don't live near by to come back and get my side that you forgot to pack. You guys weren't even that busy tonight. Thanks a lot! This was order 3359491. I guess I'll take the hit. It'll cost me more gas to come across town to get the side u forgot to pack!!!!! read more

After a not so-pleasant experience in the past here, came back again and this time had some shrimp tacos instead of my previous order. Companion had fish tacos. With a side of sweet potato fries to share. I am so glad I gave CFG another chance. The tacos, though quite messy to eat, were very tasty and the sweet potato fries were perfectly cooked, unlike the last time we went when they seemed dry and just reheated. Now, I wouldn't hesitate to come back here. read more

We really enjoyed eating here, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the food was awesome! My husband and I both ordered the Cajun shrimp tacos with brown rice and kale slaw. The heat on the shrimp was perfect not too spicy but lots of flavor. I had doubts about the kale slaw but would totally order it again! It's order at the counter and then they bring your food to you, not quite fast food but very efficient. Can't wait to come back! read more

My favorite lunch place to eat at. Great food at a wonderful price. Dillon always a great help! Always clean and relaxing

First time here. The staff didn't help or care it was my first time. My food was tasteless fries were cold. I asked who I thought was the manager about how to order and no one let us know you have choices his reply was oh ok We won't be back. read more

The food is very good! I really love the variety of seafood. I can get here. The service is the best in town! The place is clean and the decor is fun to look at and is on theme! read more

California Fish Grill - Spicy shrimp bowl, spicy fries - I think they're called dynamite fries - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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It was not good. I ordered a grilled ahi tuna steak, spinach and feta salad, and two grilled shrimp tacos. Tuna steak was ordered medium rare and came out well done, and was so unbelievably dry. Flavor was okay, but it got muddled because i had to drink water to swallow it. Shrimp tacos had good flavor, but it was citrus on the shrimp on top of tomatoes on top of citrus in the sauce on top of pickled onions, and it was so much acid that it was overwhelming. One big acid bomb. Employee repeatedly had to ask the same questions about my order to get it straight, then they prepared our food to eat in when we said to go. Almost certainly will not be back. read more

This is one of the few places in town that we can take both our vegan friend and gluten intolerant friend at the same time! Been a fan of the quality since they did a Yelp elite event here at the beginning. My personal favorite thing to buy here is their roasted brussel sprouts. I will get that every time if I have the chance! Their fish selection can be quite good, though depending on the fish depends on how much fish you get. Some fillets feel smaller than others. Friend and I tried to share last time and it didn't quite work out. I think I could eat a whole serving size here while at others I can only eat half. Serving staff is good, always accommodating. Place is always clean and the décor is very moody. The industrial look with all the blue is definitely fun! You will see us often here! read more

California Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I don't do reviews often enough, but I had to make time to review this. I can't believe we've never heard of this place or eaten here before! We were looking for fish in Bakersfield for a friend with a strict diet. There doesn't seem to be many options for fish in Bako. The food & service was fantastic! I couldn't believe the prices either! Delicious, healthy food, and large servings for fast food prices! Now one of our new favorites. Been there twice now & both visits were consistent. The vibe inside is similar to Chipotle. read more

This place is definitely underrated! The good was excellent, fresh and hot! Let me start off with the fish. I ordered a 3 piece, and these pieces were very big! Fried to a perfect golden brown. The fries were well seasoned and the kale slaw had a nice fresh crunch to it. The Hawaiian Shrimp Trio combo came with coconut shrimp, Hawaiian Shrimp and 2 giant shrimp grilled. Each one was good in its own way. My favorite was the Hawaiian! Such a good flavor! The service was quick, you order and counter and they text you when your food is ready. In our case, it took about 10 minutes. The staff came around to everyone's tables twice to see if anyone needed anything, which is a nice touch. The place was clean with indoor and outdoor seating. read more

California Fish Grill - 3 piece Fish w/ fries and kale slaw - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Well, first time here and super surprised with everything about my visit. Someone told me to try it and I've finally gotten around to it! Start with service...AMAZING!! Everyone was very helpful and kind. Answering questions and fulfilling the order quickly and efficiently with exactly what I ordered. Restaurant was super clean and a modern motif! Everyone that wasn't preparing food was cleaning and it showed. I ordered a few different things to try and was really happy with what I received. Fish and Chips were perfectly cooked and I added sweet potato fries which were cooked just right. Had coconut shrimp, which were a little overcooked, but still flavorful and had an amazing dipping sauce with them. Tried a grilled Mahi Mahi combo also, and was pleased with the entire plate. Fish was great and rest of plate was worth the price. The only thing I would say was a little weird is the kale slaw, which is their take on coleslaw. Kinda odd, but extra points for trying to get us to eat our vegetables in a way that is different than other places! Still probably wouldn't get it again. All and all, I'm sad I haven't been here before!!! Will definitely return for more! Thanks for wonderful first visit... read more

Delicious fast casual joint. We used the kiosk which was pretty user friendly, there was one thing that with ordering a combo we hadn't selected a drink and it wouldn't let us continue and it wasn't immediately apparent what choice we hadn't made. But, the food was amazing! The fish and chips was some of the best breaded fish I've ever had. It was flaky and the breading was crispy even after taking it to go. The fries did not survive as well, but the flavor was still really good just a smidge soggy. My daughter really enjoyed the chicken and fries and my son inhaled the Cajun tacos. It also wasn't crazy expensive, which is getting harder and harder to find. read more

The food was impressive! I normally don't like to order sea food to go but for this rare occasion we needed to heat and both wanted something semi light. (Not a big honken burger). So we decided on this location. I was surprised to see so many people inside during the middle of the day. Also super surprised that they had a wine list. The vibe was really chill, I went to the pickup stand grabbed my food and was gone in minutes. Once home I proceeded to devour the entire plate...(not the actual plate, just the food) I ordered the catfish with fries and street corn. Everything was very well seasoned. My only complaint is that they placed the fish directly on top of my fries so the fries were very soggy. Besides that everything tasted great and I will be back. read more

This was my first time here and let me tell you I will definitely be back! Customer service is very important to me and everyone was really nice and helpful ! I ordered the crispy fish sandwich with fries the price is very good!! and it was absolutely delicious!!! also the place looked very neat and clean !!! read more

We ordered from door dash. Food was hot and fresh. I got the shrimp trio and it was amazing. The charred flavor and seasoning was perfect. My favorite was the coconut shrimp. It was very crispy even after the drive over read more

There are so many good places to eat at the intersection of California Avenue and Stockdale. Urbane Cafe, Flame & Skewers, fast-food, sit-down restaurants. Whatever you are in the mood for, you can probably find it on this corner. On this afternoon, we were in the mood for fish and picked California Fish Grill. We got the Classic Fish & Chips with fries and kale-slaw. They use Swai in this dish. I'm not exactly sure what that is, but it's good. (A little research showed that it is a sustainable fish populations and flavorful). The fish filets were not overly-battered. The fish was hot and flakey and had a good flavor. Three pieces were more than enough for my wife and I. They give you a generous portion of fries and a large serving of kale-slaw. I was a little skeptical of the kale-slaw, but color me pleasantly surprised. It was tasty. Don't tell anyone, but I think I'm now a kale-slaw fan. There is a full menu of fish, chicken, and vegetarian options to explore. I can't wait to try some of them. The friendly staff took our order, and the food came within 5-7 minutes. The restaurant is clean. The tables and chairs are comfortable. In warmer weather, there is a patio. Overall, good food reasonably priced. There are so many good places to eat at the intersection of California Avenue and Stockdale. Urbane Cafe, Flame & Skewers, fast-food, sit-down restaurants. Whatever you are in the mood for, you can probably find it on this corner. On this afternoon, we were in the mood for fish and picked California Fish Grill. We got the Classic Fish & Chips with fries and kale-slaw. They use Swai in this dish. I'm not exactly sure what that is, but it's good. (A little research showed that it is a sustainable fish populations and flavorful). The fish filets were not overly-battered. The fish was hot and flakey and had a good flavor. Three pieces were more than enough for my wife and I. They give you a generous portion of fries and a large serving of kale-slaw. I was a little skeptical of the kale-slaw, but color me pleasantly surprised. It was tasty. Don't tell anyone, but I think I'm now a kale-slaw fan. There is a full menu of fish, chicken, and vegetarian options to explore. I can't wait to try some of them. The friendly staff took our order, and the food came within 5-7 minutes. The restaurant is clean. The tables and chairs are comfortable. In warmer weather, there is a patio. Overall, good food reasonably priced. read more

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First time in yesterday for lunch, and it was a great experience! Everything tasted fresh and had great flavors. So many different options as well, will definitely be back when wanting something lighter. read more

California Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Very fulfilling and yummy!! Whenever we come here, we usually order fish and chips but this time we wanted to explore the menu. We ordered: Fish and Chips, the Dynamite Shrimp Bowl, and the Mahi Mahi Plate. The Mahi Mahi Plate was probably my favorite dish oh my goodness the flavors were just!!! So good!! So delicious!! The dynamite shrimp bowl was also good at first but after a couple more bites, there was just a certain taste that I didn't like about it. It might be the cilantro or cabbage or sauce but overall, still a good dish. It's not the food, it's me LOL. Service was good and quick. Love the interior and how clean it is but not sure how I felt about the lighting itself. Yeah we came in around 6pm during a rainy day but the lighting just seemed pretty low. read more

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Wow this is my new favorite local restaurant! Tried the fish and chips, clam chowder, and the shrimp and sway with street corn and brussel sprouts read more

California Fish Grill - The food is a 10/10 the customer service was excellent and my mom and I are happy happy gals thanks to California Fish Grill! - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Everything I have eaten at CFG is delicious. I would rather eat here than a fast food place. I love that you don't feel disgusting after eating. It's just a lite yummy meal. The Cajun Swai is my favorite and the Brussel Sprouts are so delicious. My hubby likes the dynamite shrimp, he says it's just enough. They also have delicious drinks. Can't wait till my next visit. read more

California Fish Grill - Cajun Swai - Seafood Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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