24th Street Cafe is a classic go to. We ordered the 16 oz NY steak and the Chicken Fried Steak and…read moreeggs,biscuits and gravy, a side of cottage cheese, coffee and a Iced tea. The 16 oz. NY steak was amazingly tender and cooked perfectly, the kind of steak that really does not need much done to it because the flavor already speaks for itself. They served it with chimichurri sauce, which just was not exactly my cup of tea, but once I added Worcestershire sauce, it really brought out the flavor of an already all-star steak. The Chicken Fried Steak 'n' Eggs with hash browns was also very tasty Steak even the batter had flavor and definitely worth it. The chicken fried steak had that good comfort food quality to it, with a crispy outside, tender bite, and a savory flavor that worked really well with the eggs. The hash browns helped round everything out nicely and even the biscuits and gravy which im generally not a fan of was very good. Service from Holly, and I hope I got that right, was amazing from start to finish. She was friendly, attentive, and made the visit feel easy and comfortable. Even the iced tea stood out to me because it tasted like the homemade sun tea I make every year by the pool, and that gave the whole meal an extra familiar touch. Overall, this was a very strong visit with a standout steak, a satisfying breakfast plate, and excellent service.

If it wasn't for the old stool decor, this place would not survive. Food was terrible. Ordered ny…read moresteak medium rare and country fried steak. NY steak came medium/well done. The steak was thin so it pretty much was all well done apart from the center being slightly pink. Such a disappointment. Country fried steak was one of the worst I've ever had, super dry, could have done with more gravy. Ordered drinks with less ice, glass came full of ice like an ordinary amount but went the wrong table at first. The restaurant was dirty. Needs sweeping as there was dirty tissue under our table before we entered but instead staff are cleaning the glass panels between the tables that aren't as dirty as the obvious tissues on the floor. Are they hoping the decor draws eyes up away from the dirty floor? 2 stars for the retro decor.

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.

Cute atmosphere hostesses took a while to come to the front…read moreto seat us. Ordered the Chilaquiles, came out cold somehow & the flavor was okay. Pancakes were mid. Small water cups & had to flag down waitress to get more water multiple times . Honestly wont be coming back.

10 out of 10 for our local favorite Locale Farm to Table Eatery for their quick response to our…read moreBakersfield community. This local gem has been serving our community for more than 11 years. Due the traumatic and unfortunate events of yesterday, our local community has been shaken up. Locale's response to its community is nothing short of outstanding. We appreciate your help and generous response to affected residents. I was grateful to see FBI agents at the restaurant. I was able to thank them for their courage and service in bringing the situation to a resolution. Grateful to have a safe space to work and enjoy a complimentary meal. The food was great and the service was impeccable. The empathy from staff is truly commendable. I appreciate the staff and proprietors of Locale Farm to Table.

Locale is a special place! The food, atmosphere and service are all top-notch. We are part of the…read moreLocale supper club, a monthly experience that involves great food, great people and a sense of community. We love how Heather and the Locale team partner with others in the community to support the arts, other restaurants and businesses and local organizations. An experience at Locale is more than just a dining experience...it is a true community gathering place that exudes positivity!

I've been here twice now. Here's things we love about it:…read morethey greet you right away when you walk in, it's clean, aesthetically pleasing, and close to the Fox Theater and The Well Comedy Club. The first time we came here, my husband and I came for dinner and drinks, both were amazing and the service was perfect. The server checked on us enough but not too much to make us feel rushed. Tonight we just went for drinks as we were in the area before the event we were going to started. My husband had an old fashioned and I had a lemon drop martini, we sat at the bar. The bar tender was friendly and her drinks satisfied the thirst.

Had higher expectations, but it was a solid 3/5. I ordered…read morethe spicy chicken sandwich, which a very thin piece of chicken, the spicy bbq was overpowering. Wish they did a standard crispy chicken sandwich with a thicker cut of the thigh, rather than pounding out the breast to be mostly breading. The side garden salad was very fresh and crisp. The service and drinks were decent, could be improved but not bad. It was kind of pricey for a cocktail - $18 for a Tito's vodka lemon drop. (They up charged for top shelf). It took 10-15 min to get our check after we stopped eating for a server to notice that we were done. Ambiance is cute, pretty causal. I would give it another chance if I'm in the area.

The Botanist is such a vibe. From the outside, The Botanist is unassuming. But don't be fooled, a…read morehidden oasis lies just beyond the front door. The food was toptier. I was especially surprised by how great their chicken wings are! They also make a mean old fashioned. Our server was very welcoming and attentive. If you're looking for a nice, positive, and slightly secluded/intimate vibe with great drinks and food, I definitely recommend The Botanist.

The atmosphere The…read moreservice she was attentive, got everything right. The food the menu is pretty limited. The NY steak wasn't worth the price- The tacos were nice and well seasoned. The fries were amazing. The drinks- craft cocktails

We were starving after a long day of running errands and decided a late lunch/early dinner would…read morefoot the ticket. Since I can no longer consume gluten or casein, it's difficult eating out. But the server was so nice, she even went to ask what items she could offer me. I can't even begin to convey how appreciative I was and how I really felt that they cared! I decided on the house salad with balsamic and a cup of chili. The chili is so so delicious! Of course, mine was without cheese, but I bet with cheese is even better! I always love the vibe in this place, great music, cool decor and a proper diner feel. They always treat me like they know me, and that's a great feeling.

For the longest time I thought this place was strictly diner food. I'd heard a lot of good things…read morebut never had the chance to stop by. Recently I came for lunch with a group and was genuinely surprised by how many delicious options they have. I ordered a pizza and it ended up being the perfect size to share--even though I'd ordered it just for myself. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. From what I understand, there are two locations, and this one off Truxtun Ave is super spacious and very clean. It definitely didn't give me traditional "diner" vibes at all. I can't wait to come back and try more items, especially breakfast!

My mans homie suggested us to go here and man, it didn't disappoint at all. The owners daughter…read moretook our order and was very welcome and helpful with our questions. She gave some really good recommendations (what's in the photo). The food was absolutely delicious. Nothing was over salted or over/under cooked. Everything was very light, not super greasy. Everything my man and I wanted for lunch. The food came out quick, and was presented very neatly. The ambiance was very chill, you could definitely study there if you wanted to (at least the around 1pm). We are from SoCal, and we will definitely keep this spot saved for when we come out here.

A favorite hometown spot to grab lunch downtown. The atmosphere is friendly and the vibe is local…read more I met a friend for lunch. He is vegetarian and they were happy to accommodate his preferences. I had the bacon cheeseburger with fries. The portions are very good. They brought our food to the table promptly. We had met to catch up. The noise level at lunch is moderate to high and it was sometimes difficult to hear. That's more on my aging ears, I think. Overall this is a very good place to grab a quick bite. If you're downtown, definitely give it a try.

Great food but the sloooooooowest service in town! If you have 45 minutes to an hour of free time…read moreto wait for your food then this is your place!

We stopped in Temblor Brewing to check it out while running errands and we had been wanting to…read morecheck this place out for a while! We saw the line and stood in it while looking at the menu board and food menu too. We put in our orders and found our seat - there was live music on stage too - it was early in the day so we were surprised to be able to see it, a happy surprise for sure! I ordered an iced tea and its a self serve station - I loved the tea, it was brewed really well so anyone who wants a great tea come here! We wanted to get some food and both got salads - they were great salads, very fulfilling and all ingredients were treated well - I am picky with chicken and this chicken on my salad is like my favorite chicken now. There are lots of different beers so my husband was very happy to be able to try them. This place was awesome and we'll be back for sure, I loved the historical signs and facts on the wall near the entrance to the bathrooms too, it's nice to have ties to the history of the region.

The food was good but they seemed out of a lot of menu items. For example I asked for sour cream…read morewith my tacos and they were out. Also out of the salmon and halibut. It was extremely hot inside, think their AC was out. But they were very nice and again, the food was good.

This place is truly a hold in the wall in downtown Bakersfield. We came here on a Thursday night to…read moregrab a quick bite and we were the only ones there. There was only one staff member who was both our server and the cook. She was extremely nice and friendly. To drink, I ordered a jalapeño blood orange margarita and it was sooo delicious! Unfortunately, the food was honestly nothing special and just alright. The slow roasted beef tacos were just okay, and the salsa it came with had an odd flavor. Also, the pork bites seemed overcooked and were tough to eat. Not sure if I'll be coming here again, but if I do it'll probably be for the drinks.

I met a friend here for dinner and drinks. I've never been before and I found out It's under new…read moremanagement. I was surprised when I walked in because I thought the place was much bigger. It is a long and narrow establishment with a trendy vibe. Decorated with wine barrels and bottles which give it an industrial feel. We were greeted by a server immediately upon entering but he wasn't very friendly. I placed an order for a Tito's press for my first round and the hubs ordered a Tito's and tonic. For our next round I ordered a Tito's and tonic and was given another vodka press. After scanning the QR code and checking out the menu, we decided on the shrimp ceviche as an appetizer with the shrimp tacos and a chicken taco salad. The menu is soooo small! I came in with an appetite and there wasn't much to choose from. The hubs said the ceviche was too salty but the shrimp tacos were good. I thought the taco salad was delicious and I finished it all. My friend ordered the garlic shrimp and also said they were salty and at $24.99 for just 6 shrimp, she would not order them again. The weirdest part was there was a big labradoodle inside the restaurant! I thought it crazy at first since there is a patio that is just fine for dogs. Look, I'm a dog lover, but inside of a restaurant is crazy to me! What if people are allergic? What if the dog jumps on the table? This dog was roaming all over the place...it was under our table looking for scraps and I even seen it sniffing a patrons legs at one of the high top tables. Anyway, this place is decorated super cute, the food was okay and the dog seems to be one of the owners so it seems it's going to be there indefinitely. I don't think I'll be going back but you should give it a try.

I'm always looking for a good whiskey bar and Cask Strength fit the bill…read more All of the folks behind the bar were friendly and fun to have conversations with. My bartender, Alec, made a great Old Fashioned. I only came in for a couple drinks before a show downtown, but I was recommended their Chili Relleno. And thank goodness I was. It was delicious. They were kind enough to turn on the Dodger game when I asked and I ended up spending well over an hour watching my team secure a win before heading out. The location is awesome and pretty much anything you'd like to do downtown is walkable distance to and from the bar. The bar has changed ownership recently. But with drinks this good, yummy food, and stellar service, Cask Strength Bar and Kitchen has a bright future in Bakersfield!