Someone asked about breaded shrimp. Here's another go to Chinese spot I enjoy! You know Chinese food is not all the same. Sometimes I'll try another place just for their noodles or orange chicken. Well, China Bistro is not my favorite go to Chinese cuisine but it's a good change from the same ole if you know what I mean plus the interior is beautiful and it's nice to dine in and people watch as I always do. You can't go wrong with the Bistro! read more

Stopped in here for some dinner, the service was fast and friendly. The food was great portions but was only slightly warm. I used to come here all the time for a quick bite, the decor has not changed, it's China Bistro. read more

China Bistro - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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My family and I came here for lunch. There was plenty of parking available. The service was excellent...very friendly and patient as we were figuring what we're going to order, and there was starting to be a short line. We ordered the combo plate. The portion was large...enough to feed three people. Food was delicious and flavorful. I'm happy to see there was soup to enjoy. Overall, a wonderful lunch. read more

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When we first arrived, it seemed as if they were getting ready to close. We ordered three entrée to split between two people. We got half and half fried rice and chow mein. The three entrées were beef, green beans, barbecue pork and orange chicken. The food was phenomenal more than enough for two people to share. I'm normally not a fried rice person and I really enjoyed their fried rice. For the price and the amount of food I would absolutely recommend this to families to go or groups of people you can share the food is so absolutely wonderful. Now the service in the ambience are a little different in my opinion. Very straight to the point what can I get you pay here and I'm done with you kind of feeling. As we sat there and enjoyed our food they did have a lot of customers come in and leave like pick up orders or just grabbing the food themselves. It really was not a let's bring the family and sit down and eat type in environment that we noticed. With all that said, I would recommend the food I would say grab a plate try it. It is absolutely delicious and the serving sizes are giant.. read more

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If I could give a zero I would. I ordered noodle soup and literally got just unflavored noodles in a big bowl. The Chinese food I ordered was burnt. It obviously been under a heating lamp for a very long time. The beef was chewy. The taste of all the food was just awful. I spent over $60 and had to throw everything away. I have not been to this location for quite a while. I cannot believe it has gone so downhill I will not be coming here again. read more

Easy and quick! This is my second trip to this location, food is hot and pretty fresh. The ready to eat selection seems smaller than similar restaurants but they had a full menu if you're willing to wait. Portions are huge and shareable. read more

I have always had good quality , fresh delicious food and polite service at the China Bistro restaurants. The portions are generous. I ordered the beef with green beans and a bowl of egg flower soup. The green beans are always a bit Al dente, which I love, served in a rich sauce with velveted tender beef. The egg flower soup is scrumptious and heartier than most. Along with the eggs & broth is has mushrooms, corn, peas, carrots & noodles. ( it is not gluten free here) . There is no ambiance, it is just basically a fast food restaurant. They are a simple takeout or eat in restaurant. There is no table service. You can order off their menu or go through the line to pick your meal. I do recommend them for a good quick Chinese meal. read more

China Bistro - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Not all china bistro's are created equal. I have been on a kick recently and happened to be closer to this location. The items they offer do vary just a bit, but the quality and taste vary a Lotta bit. After getting home and giving it a tastey-taste, my wife were left disappointed and still craving good chinese food. Ah well. Now we know. read more

As I was leaving Envista Neck and Back Center, I was drawn to the fresh fragrance of Chinese food nearby. I saw China Bistro and walked in. The restaurant is spacious and clean indoors. It was a little reminiscent of Panda Express. There is an extensive a la carte menu. At the counter, there is a display of food dishes on moveable heaters. The gentleman behind the counter was very hospitable and friendly. I ordered three plates or combinations to go. The portions were generous and prices were reasonable. I really wanted to like this place but the food is so-so. For one, the fried rice and the chow mein were both bland. The pepper shrimp was ok but again, the shrimp was limp and not firm. I bought orange chicken and kung pao shrimp for my boys and they said both dishes were average, nothing to write home about. read more

China Bistro - fried rice, chow mein, pepper shrimp combo plate - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I have to say that this may be the worst Chinese restaurant I've ever been to in my life. I got the broccoli and beef. It was like broccoli with a few pieces of beef jerky. I got the chicken teriyaki that was like teriyaki jerky. They couldn't even get their rice, right. The place is a mess. There's boxes in seats not very clean. I'm surprised that they even pass a health inspection. read more

I ordered on Uber Eats. My husband had the combination fried rice and said it was ok. That's where the two stars come from but my sweet-and-sour chicken was the worst I've ever had. It was cold and dry and it was delivered 25 minutes after I ordered it so it didn't have time to get that cold. I ordered the sauce on the side and instead of a nice thick sweet-and-sour sauce, I got a little thin pink ramekin of what I can only assume is watered down sweet-and-sour but it had very little flavor. I did use some Chinese mustard to try and get some of it down and that was better than their sweet-and-sour. The steam rice was excellent. And surprisingly much warmer than the chicken read more

Great and inexpensive lunch. Everything I've ever tried was good. Nice clean place, nice people. I recommend!!

A group of us were in town from Oakland for a race and we ordered takeout from China Bistro. The food was very fresh and just as solid as any authentic Chinese place in Oakland and SF. The portions were very generous. Would order again if ever in the area! read more

YAAAAY!! The food is really good and the service is fast!! The ambience is something i like to call good! The constant buzzing sound is giving Back rooms--but it's not grating. Keep it up, China Bistro!! read more

Super sweet owners and workers good food, every time I go they're so kind which is something I look for in any establishment. Food is fresh and always amazing 10/10 read more

I am always satisfied with this place. They are quick and easy for a late lunch or dinner choice. Usually this is a dinner choice made by the kids, so I know I'm going to get a lot of food for your money. It's usually always freshly made. You can get some pretty good options, compared to just the usual hot and ready food at the counter. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The price point is very good as well. For the ambiance, I have never sat down and eaten there but it seems like they're always working on stuff in the corner of the restaurant, which just makes me feel like it's more authentic and better than the usual drive thru franchise. read more

I'm not a big fan of fast food chinese food. Many years ago i was but all the places taste the same. Will not be coming back. Service is friendly though! read more

Super delicious!!! I went on my lunch around 11am and everything was just perfect, very kind service as well ! Went with a coworker and it was his first time, he loved it too ! read more

China Bistro - Coconut shrimp - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Was looking for a good Chinese restaurant and found it and it's close to my house. Food is so good and the portions are big .I ordered pick up but I will definitely order again now I know . Thanks China Bistro o California ave. If your real hungry order the combo c read more

China Bistro - Mushroom chicken,sweet and sour chicken and coconut shrimp with rice and chow mein - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I went here for the first time a week ago as a stop-over from my drive from NorCal to SoCal for school. I needed something relatively cheap but filling and this place hit the spot! 10/10 recommend the chicken breast with black bean sauce. Very sweet customer service and they will PACK the plate. I will definitely be stopping by here more often when I travel back and forth between home and college. read more

I think I've been here twice? The food is mediocre, but inexpensive. We arrived really close to their closing time and felt really bad, but other people walked in behind us and the employees were very friendly. I always feel paranoid when I go to a food place at the end of the night so I'm always appreciative when they are nice. Like I said, the food is mediocre. Idk if it's because we're used to another place or if it's genuinely not great. 7/10 will return! read more

I won't be back. The lady behind the counter started talking to her coworker in Chinese that she was angry about not getting tipped. The food was bland and mediocre. I won't be back. read more

It's been awhile since I've been here, but today's visit was awesome. Went in around 11:30am and the food was fresh. We were welcomed upon entrance and the lady who helped me, was extremely helpful and friendly. Honestly, I felt like we were catered to. The customer service was amazing. I ordered 3 plates for me and my coworkers, and two more of my coworkers ordered their own plates, as well. She offered a box to carry our orders, and threw in a lot of Sriracha, soy sauce, and fortune cookies. I ordered the Combo B plate with chow mein, fried rice, and a choice of two entrees. The Orange Chicken was tasty! The green beans in the Green Bean Beef were neither over or undercooked. She also filled my plate to the max! Totally opposite of Panda Express. Food also tastes lighter and fresher with less grease. You really get your money's worth here. For only $7.99, you can't beat it! I will definitely be coming here more often! read more

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Ive come here a total of 3 times, once when we first moved here, and now twice in the last 30days. Im thinking it was an out if sight out of mind issue, because i dont know why it took me so long to come back. The ready made selections are very decent, and the ala carte orders are mouth watering. Taste way better then Panda and the smells are a mouth watering over load. The egg flower soup is to die for, legit flavors and the people running it are beyond sweet. Yes the shop looks old and a bit run down, but dont let that detour you from the deliciousness that awaits you! read more

The man at the counter was so nice and food was really good. I will definitely come here again!

The people were really kind even though I was a bit confusing cause of my anxiety lol, small place but quaint and cute, the food was absolutely delicious, and the service was amazing and they were very helpful and accommodating read more

We couldn't visit our family in the SGV (626) area for CNY (Chinese New Year) eve dinner. So we choosed this place as we knew they had entree that you could order that was not on the hot trays. It was our first time trying off menu and it was very good. We ordered the Braised String Beans, nice and Al dente and flavor full of garlic and spice. The egg plant with garlic sauce and Tofu Pot is something we are coming back for again soon, everything about it was nice and saucy and cooked perfectly. They were out of salt and pepper squid so we opted for the shrimp. Wife said it was on point except for being spicier than most places. And the last is mapo tofu with minced pork. I ordered this extra spicy, which made pouring over rice soo worth it. This place totally saved my broken heart of not being able to be at our family Chinese New Year Eve dinner. Thank you! read more

China Bistro - a table full of asian food - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Garlic tofu is delicious! It comes in a slightly spicy sauce. Huge portions. Love the combos. We got the combo C with two items of tofu and mixed vegetables as the third item. The vegetables were tender crisp And in a tasty garlic sauce. The combo also includes fried rice and chow mein. You can't beat it for $9.89. The two of us were able to share the combo with a little leftovers. They didn't have enough tofu on hot deck so the cook made us fresh tofu. The flavorful hot and sour soup is vegetarian, yay! The lady at the hotdeck counter is so friendly with great customer service. She seems like she could be the manager or owner. We look forward to our next visit. read more

China Bistro - Menu board - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Food is great! Family and I love to come here whenever we're free. Sometimes they are short staffed so please be patient.

great food. Really nice for a fast food. Great service. Awesome what wonton soup. Great chow mein, though i call it yakisoba and great pretty big orange chicken bites! Seriously great chicken egg rolls. huge and full of goodies!! worth the price of everything! read more

China Bistro - orange chicken, chow mein, fried rice, chicken veggie dish 2 chicken egg rolls, big bowl whar wonton soup. $23.00 for everything! - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Stopped in here to grab some quick carry out. Casual ordering style, as you head to the counter to place your order (similar to a mall). There is seating available if you chose to dine in. I ordered the orange chicken and the spicy shrimp along with fried rice. The portions were generous. Unfortunately the flavor was lacking from my selections. The staff was pleasant and prices were reasonable. 3/5. read more

China Bistro - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Large portions sizes and a very sweet staff! The staff was eager to help you and we even received fresh egg rolls! There was a smile on the staff's face! We will be returning! read more

This is my go to for Chinese food on the go! Large proportions served, food is freshly made with great service. 10 stars for China Bistro and staff! read more

I refuse to go here ever again. I usually don't like to go to places if they are closing soon because I don't like to be "that customer" but I arrived around 8:20 and they close at 9. I ordered two combos and one beef chow mein. The noodles on the steam tables looked like they had been there for a while (but since they were closing it was fine). They packed the combos and was fine but once they got to the beef chow mein order they took the chow mein from the steam table and recooked it with beef ! I'm sorry but I'm pretty sure you can get sick from recooking food. Never coming here again and if I can give zero stars I would. read more

This is my go to Chinese food stop. They still make bbq pork the old fashion way. I asked them if they can make beef chow fun with gravy (Chinese version of rad na) and they delivered. It's so so good. I asked them if they can make salt and pepper pork chop. It's to die for! Not a lot of Chinese fast food restaurant can/will make food off menu but this restaurant did and boy, they are delicious. read more

China Bistro - Beef chow fun with gravy - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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One of my favorite Chinese combo plate places in town. My go-to entree: beef with green beans. Beans are still crunchy and fresh prepared. Broccoli beef, chicken with zucchini and mushrooms, orange chicken are other delicious entrees. The chow mein on my recent visit was a little dry but it was after the dinner rush. Ask for the homemade chili sauce instead of the bottled Sriracha. read more

Don't order online. They don't make it till you get there and Postmates charges an ATM and a leg. Call in your order save money and time. Food is very good and fresh. read more

This has been our go to spot in the area but they ALWAYS have issues with our order when we use Door Dash or Grub Hub for self pick up. Today was the last straw. Went to pick up an order my husband placed and they claim they can't even see the order so that's it. I'm showing them the receipt and order on my phone and all they said was to call door dash. I'm really frustrated and just annoyed with the issues. Warning to anyone planning to use that method to order here. read more

Crass service, stock piled up in the middle of the dining area, so-so food and a dirty restaurant. Staff could care less about your experience. They eat behind the counter. The cook is singly loudly in the back. They rush you in line even though there is no line. No dining service, it is line up and order fast food style, what you want. Stay or go. I was crazy fearful of bugs in my food and the washroom was in need of a good scrub. Will skip it next time. 1 extra star as my tummy has so far not been adverse to the food. read more

Bad decision on dinner tonight. I know it's not comparable to Great Castle or Lam's but I thought this place was as good as Panda. The food was not horrible... But it was ummmm errrr okay. The chow mein and the rice did not have flavor and their soda is only given by request. They put some kind of lock on their machine and when you ask for soda it's flat... No carbonation. You are not allowed to get your own ice, the people go to some private back room and put it in the cup for you so.. It's iffy and no telling where they got it from. The staff is friendly but the food quality is not what I expected and the soda deal was just weird. I don't see myself coming back to China Bistro. read more

China Bistro - And so I waited to put my bad review after I ate hahah - Chinese Near Me - Bakersfield, California