Flame Broiler

One of the places with best food, good service, good amount of food and 1 that has the best flavor…read more If you haven't been here, I recommend it to come for the first time and you love this place food.

Maui Pho is always bustling with people! Most times I've come, there's always a wait to be seated,…read morebut you add your name to the list and they usually will give you an estimate on how long the wait time will be. When you first enter, you're immediately greeted at the host stand. To the left is some cushioned seating and they have a punny neon sign that reads "I'll Love You Pho Ever." I enjoy this Asian fusion restaurant because it has so many different options! When you look at the menu, you'll notice it has quite a variety to choose from. I really enjoyed their coconut shrimp that came with a side of macaroni salad and white rice. Make sure you're dunking your coconut shrimp in that sauce! It was tangy and delicious. Really enjoy the whole vibe & had a great experience dining here.

Dining room

M2 Hawaiian Ribs, Chicken skewers and Shrimp

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Bun bowl lunch special!

Kuma Sushi

Kuma Sushi was a pleasant surprise. The ambiance is contemporary with a unique feel. The space is…read moreopen and airy, making it comfortable and inviting. One thing I noticed was the mix of different tables and chairs throughout the restaurant. It almost feels like a hodgepodge of furniture, but somehow it works and fits the contemporary vibe rather than feeling out of place. The food was excellent, the service was friendly, and the prices were very reasonable. We received our food surprisingly fast, which was a nice bonus. There was a mistake with one of our rolls, but the staff handled it well. They quickly remade the roll and brought us a replacement at no charge, which I really appreciated. One of the highlights was a custom roll with jalapeño, avocado, and asparagus. I added cream cheese and had it deep fried, and it honestly tasted like a sushi version of a jalapeño popper. It was absolutely amazing and something I would order again in a heartbeat. Overall, it was a great experience from start to finish. Good food, good service, reasonable prices, and a unique atmosphere. I would definitely recommend giving Kuma Sushi a try.

Had ordered from the restaurant before on DoorDash and this time I decided to pop in. I was…read morepleasantly surprised at how cute the space is. The parking is a bit of a challenge right now due to the construction in downtown. However, there is a lot right next to them that you can park in and there is also parking on the street directly in front of their door. The restaurant is modern and decorated in Asian theme. The bathroom and the restaurant is very clean. And the staff was very attentive, professional, and very pleasant. I enjoyed the food I ordered via DoorDash, but this time I got it fresh right out of the kitchen and the counter, and it was amazing. We started with the jalapeño bomb, and mixed tempura in a size small. Both those appetizers were delicious and perfect for sharing. Then we ordered a California roll on soy paper, the Kuma special sushi roll, and the creamy salmon roll. Everything was fresh and very shareable. We could've easily shared our meal with two other people needless to say we had leftovers to take home. I definitely recommend this place and I look forward to going back. There are other things on the menu such as fried rice, udon, and teriyaki plates. They also had a couple of desserts, so I am definitely planning on trying one of those. Enjoy!

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Rolls And Grill

4.2(619 reviews)

1.5 mi

We ordered bunch of food to go and they are very authentic Vietnamese food. I love how they make…read morespring roll fresh and wrap them up with plastic wrap so they don't dry. Sandwich is tasty and soup are really good as well.

I was in the area and wanted something that was light and but still hit the spot. Rolls and Grill…read morewas just that. When I entered the restaurant, it was very basic. Not much to it. There were plastic chairs and tables. Plenty of seating available. People seemed to trickle in around the early evening. When I walked in they didn't have a line, so there was no wait. I ordered the Shrimp Spring Rolls (with Beef) that was on their menu board. I think it was deli meat, which was ok, but not what I had expected. Tasted how you imagine. Even though I had it packaged "to-go," I chose to eat it inside while I waited on my friend to arrive. The lady behind the counter was very attentive and when she saw my sauce was low, she offered to refill it. I do wish the sauce had a stronger peanut flavor. Overall, it was decent.

Inside

Banh Mi Chay..Mixed veg stir fried w/ tofu, special mayo sauce, pickled daikon & carrot, jalapeño, cilantro so good!!! My new Fav! :)

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Thai Ice Tea

Chef's Choice Noodle Bar

3.8(866 reviews)

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I have been wanting to try Chef's Choice Noodle Bar and was not disappointed. Jackie was our…read morefriendly and helpful server today. My companion ordered the Pho. The broth was excellent and the accompaniments were tasty , fresh & generous. I ordered Yum Wooden glass noodle salad, it was light, bright and delicious. We shared an order Pork Shumai that was so yummy. They also have a great happy hour. Outdoor patio seating with fan's & misters, what a treat, for our hot Bakersfield weather. Definitely stop in for a cocktail at the bar, a delicious meal or a fun Happy Hour.

Great idea for a noodle house: make it more upscale and offer wine pairings with them as well…read more Lots of people at the bar at about 2:30 this Thursday, watching soccer... Sat in the back ( dining room) which was quieter. Anjelica, our server, was personable. Great menu, but I wasn't so hungry so just ate from my hubby's plate (! ) The garlic edamame was really good, not overwhelming like I was afraid it would be, and the drunken noodles had a bit of a kick to them. Good portions and out quickly.

VIP area

Papaya salad with grilled shrimp

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Cosmo- but not a real one!?!?

JIN Sushi- Downtown

4.3(865 reviews)

2.7 mi

Locally owned & operated

9 years in business

This place , food and staff is amazing. Most of the reviews are great and I've gone there many…read moretimes. I do know sometimes there are open tables and people can't be seated right away probably due to a shift change. There may be tables but no servers so people do have to wait sometimes. I did see a negative review about this but keep in mind, if you have worked in restaurants you would understand the principle about seating tables with no servers as they are closing out for the new shift servers to clock in. Also blocking the door is blocking the exit which is against code as it has to be clear for emergencies. All in all this place is amazing. The hostesses are so sweet and the servers are great. Will continue going.

The hwe-dup-bap alone is worth the drive from LA. It could…read morefeed 2-3 people and has quality cuts of sashimi in it, which is usually not the case. The caterpillar roll, salmon belly, and the toro sashimi are also excellent. The staff are friendly and accommodating and the atmosphere is casual, but nice enough for a birthday or date!

Jin's JIN Special Fresh Roll

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Love their Fatty Yellowtail Sashimi and salmon nigiri

Love Korean BBQ

3.3(185 reviews)

1.2 mi

I get why it got its mid-ratings. It's practically self serve everything besides the type of meats…read morecoming in. Your platters, sauces, and rice are all at the station with the Kim chi and side dishes. The only missing were the big lettuce wraps and zucchini that I would usually get with the meal. It was good but not great. The vents are basically there for decor as they don't work properly. I was catching all the smoke into my face and clothes but you can smell it through out the restaurant. There's no service besides the occasionally change out of grills when it gets too smokey and if you dare to refill your meats to avoid a up-charge of $20 for having too much leftovers. They do get busy so I see that there are people who actually like the self serve buffet option.

Pretty good for what it is! Self serving sides the protein comes out quick and everything always…read moretastes delicious. It's not the highest quality of Korean bbq but it does the job. The service is always good, almost feels like a fast food pace you go in sit quickly order protein and boom everything's ready to go!! There's plenty of space to sit and have never really had to wait long.

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China Garden

3.6(250 reviews)

2.2 mi

This amazing establishment is ran by the sweetest lady who makes all the food herself. My dad just…read moretook me here for my first time to have their egg foo young and baaaaaabbyyyyyy that was the most delightful, savory, flavorful dish! We also got their orange chicken and fried rice with spring rolls. Every single dish and every single bite was a 20 out of 10. Highly recommend

We ordered takeout per a pregnancy craving. It was not good. The beef fried rice barely had any…read morebeef. The chow mein was greasy and flavorless. The eggplant was strange and had too much Chinese 5 spice. The egg rolls were okay. The foil wrapped chicken was probably the best part, but not the best. We won't be back. Overpriced bullshit.

Interior decor

Wontons

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An old picture, this was taken a while back..

Kamisama Ramen

3.4(90 reviews)

4.8 mi

We ordered the chicken teriyaki bowl and picked it up. The portions were generous and the food was…read moredelicious. Great service.

It was a night for soup. Went to Kamisama Ramen. It was empty. We were the only ones there. But…read morethat's ok. I asked about the DanDan noodles. I had never heard of them but they were advertised on the wall. I could be wrong, but I believe it is like Tonkatsu ramen but spicy. I don't know.... But it was amazing!!! This will for sure be my go to ramen from now on. I added boiled eggs and garlic. It was perfect!! So yummy!! So much flavor!! We also ordered the gyoza. It was good. I will probably be back again this week. It's that good!!!

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WaBa Grill

3.3(34 reviews)

0.1 mi

In an effort to start eating better I dropped into WaBa for the first time the other day…read more I had the chicken and steak bowl with veggies and the garlic serrano sauce. It was a big hit with my taste buds, everything was well cooked and well seasoned and it was just enough to fill me up. The bowl was $12, not too crazy for having 2 meats in it and there was plenty of both. Probably a future go to for me when I'm out and about and need a quick healthy bite.

We are regular customers at Waba Grill, I stopped by to pick up dinner recently. I ordered the…read moreshrimp bowl, which came with rice and veggies. The bowl was a good size and had a decent amount of shrimp. I chose the garlic Serrano sauce, and it was very tasty. I also tried the additional Wahba Blaze sauce, and wow it was very spicy! I can normally handle spice, but this one definitely had some heat. For my husband, I added the plant-based steak bowl, which is usually his go-to. The meat was soft and had a surprisingly real steak-like texture. This bowl also came with rice, veggies, and the garlic Serrano sauce. Overall, service was good and quick. The bowls were good and exactly what we expected.

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Kimchee Korean

4.7(97 reviews)

1.9 mi

Everything we ordered was outstanding. The Army Stew hot pot was packed with flavor and easily fed…read morethree people, even though it's listed for two. We also enjoyed the kalbi, BBQ ribs, and mandu, and every bite was delicious. The banchan was excellent too--the kimchi, fish cakes, kimbap, and even the onions and jalapeños were fresh and full of flavor. What really made the experience special was the owner. She came over to chat with us, made us feel incredibly welcome, and even gave us a complimentary noodle packet to enjoy with our leftovers. The food was amazing, the portions were generous, and the hospitality was top-notch. I also enjoyed the aesthetics, We'll definitely be back!

There are better restaurants in Bakersfield serving Korean food. We wanted to give this new…read morerestaurant a chance but when your food gets burnt, the waitress and chef (most likely owners) come out to tell you, "the food is not burnt, it's supposed to be cooked this way", something just doesn't sit right with me about that. I know what burnt food tastes and smells like, I've had Korean meat before and it was not burnt nor cooked "that way". I appreciate the touch of local and encourage supporting the community and small businesses but if the food isn't good, it's just not good.

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Sonny T.

235

337

1 year ago

Flame Broiler is a go-to spot for me whenever I need a quick meal and don't have time to cook. I usually order the chicken and beef over rice, and the food is consistently good--they really know how to prepare it well. However, to be honest, the customer service could use some improvement. The staff should work on their interactions with customers, including being a bit friendlier and offering a smile. It's a significant area that needs attention. Another downside is that they charge extra for additional sauce, which feels unreasonable considering the price of a full meal. On the bright side, the place is well-maintained and has a pleasant atmosphere. Overall, it's a decent spot with room for improvement. read more

Ralph T.

1 year ago

went to this location today picked up lunch for son and I drove home which is about a 20 minute drive put the chicken bowls on the table got a regular size and a mini bowl took the lid off the regular size bowl and as I was pulling up on the lid there was a long strand of hair attached to the lid inside the bowl how fuccn nasty is that didn't have time to go back so I just threw both bowls in the trash can . end up putting couple sandwiches together ate that for lunch instead of a chicken bowl with hair in it. zero stars for this place. NEVER AGAIN read more

Lisa M.

8 years ago

This place is amazing. I really like coming here might be in a small area but the people are just great.... The cook crew are super good and really know how much stuff ingredients to add to the meat. The only complaint I had have is wish the girls in the front at the register would talk a little more and were a little more friendlier. read more

Shawwn T.

10 years ago

I have been to all locations and this one just happens to be my favorite, probably because it's the closest to my job. I give this place 4 stars because the chicken and beef don't taste that great without the sauce. I'm trying to cut down on calories. With the sauce it's great. Perhaps after i lose a few pounds I will comeback. read more

Sean O.

11 years ago

I actually went here for the first time ever the other day for lunch. The food was amazing, it's not like other Chinese places, it is actually healthy looking for, while still tasting oh so good. I will be coming back to for sure. read more

Bubba S.

6 years ago

It's a great choice if you're in a hurry and attempting to eat healthy. My son loves this place so we go often. The customer service is good, food is good. I recommend the magic sauce read more

Sonia R.

15 days ago

Fast friendly and efficient service. I came after the gym and the staff was friendly. My food was delicious as well. The store was clean and tidy. read more

H B.

10 years ago

I really love this place. It is fast and good food for a lunch break. I don't feel guilty about eating here and they have the best brown rice. read more

Maria F.

8 years ago

Tiffany and the staff here is so attentive. Service is super quick and they know their regulars' orders. You can also phone in your order!

Martha L.

2 years ago

Could use a little more flavor but still good although a bit pricey for what you get but I guess that's just the economy now :(

Amber P.

10 years ago

Favorite spot for Asian food! My friend convinced me to go and i actually had to thank them for taking me here.

Mindy Lynn R.

12 years ago

Great food great prices!! I work nearby and its the go-to spot for some healthy fast food.

Armando G.

11 years ago

Their chicken is just amazing! Broiled to perfection.

Dacia S.

10 years ago

Bad customer service. They gave the the wrong order.

Deadman R.

3 years ago

Great service and friendly staff

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