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!

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.

We stopped in Bakersfield during a road trip and were looking for a good brunch spot. The 24th…read moreStreet Cafe came highly recommended, and it did not disappoint. I had the shrimp omelet with arrabbiata sauce. It had a nice spicy kick, and the shrimp were clearly good quality. Aramis ordered the Texas chili and really enjoyed it. A great road-trip brunch stop. We'd definitely come back when we're in Bakersfield again.

I been wanting to go here for a long time since I seen it on The Best Thing I Ever Ate for their…read morechili. I had the pastromi sandwich and it was very good. I want to try so many more things on their menu, waffles, Crepes, pumpkin pancakes, chili etc. Now go and enjoy, you can thank me later.

Hmmmm... what went well? Absolutely everything !!!! We stopped by for a quick lunch and they had…read moreall the options for a good time and flavor explosion. One of our favorites were the sweet potato waffle fries ! It was light, crispy, and fluffy inside. It wasn't drenched in oil and not too salty! The burger and chicken sandwich was lick-smacking good! We enjoyed every single morsel of food. I wish we had room for dessert because the Mud Pie was calling my name. I really wanted to try it. Service was quick, friendly, and they always checked if we needed anything (but not overbearing). It's a great place to have drinks with friends... they have a good amount of space for big groups. Drinks looked delicious ... I definitely had drink-envy from the people at the bar. Can't wait to try the other things in the menu....

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.

The 18Hundred is such a fun place to come and dine at! I love that this building was once a…read moreSecurity Trust. The modern decor doesn't take away from the whole vibe. The neon signs are especially fun too. I came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. I was the first to arrive, and since they don't do reservations, I requested a table. We were expected to be quite a large party (approx.10-12), so it was pretty difficult getting seated quickly since they had to figure out spacing. But that's understandable with how limited the seating is already. I was between getting the zucchini fries and the brussels sprouts, because their brussels sprouts are so tasty and flavorful. But ended up ordering the zucchini fries, because they are incredible! They're nice, hot and crispy, and go amazing with their ranch! For my main dish I ordered the Wild Caught Cajun Salmon Salad. I had never had it before but it was really good & filling! The food took a little long to come out, but again, it was understandable with the amount of people in our party. Overall, I was satisfied with my visit and will definitely come back!

Best burgers in town!!!! I don't use best lightly I truly mean it their burgers are the best! I…read morerecommend the bako burger! Also they make amazing mixed drinks. 10/10 spot!

Here's a 100+ word Yelp review you can use:…read more Yard House is one of my favorite places to grab a drink and watch sports. They have an amazing selection of beers on tap and plenty of drink options, so there's always something new to try. It's the perfect place to meet up with friends, catch a game, and enjoy the lively atmosphere. The food is consistently good, with generous portions and lots of variety on the menu. The staff is always friendly, attentive, and keeps everything running smoothly, even when it's busy. The restaurant is clean, energetic, and has plenty of TVs, making it a great destination for any sports fan. If you're looking for great food, excellent drinks, and one of the best places in town to watch the big game, I highly recommend Yard House. It's a spot I'll keep coming back to.

TWO HAGS RATING BEER!…read more Chris had salmon with kale and said it's was actually really good! Hummus and pita were wonderful vegan snack! Please add more radishes, crispy garbanzo beans and a bit more pita bread because there were only 4 slices of radishes for a portion. Now to beer! Rita: * Lengthwise Zeus: subtle hint of evergreen fur tree, NICE! 8 out of 10 * Allagash curieux: very sugary, never again, no amount of their delicious hummus could disguise the taste of this beer. 3 out of 10 Chris: * Hacker pschorr: Malty flavor goes down smooth. 5 out of 10 * Allagash Curiuex: if you like Jack Daniel's you'll love this beer. 3 out of 10 ----------------------- Review from the previous experience Rita: * Lizard beer. 8 out of 10 * New Holland dragons milk . 8 out of 10. * Sour passion. 3 out of 10. Please don't be tempted! Doesn't taste like passion fruit * Just outstanding Kern. 2 out of 10. * Lengthwise Zeus 8 out of 10. Chris: * Weihenstephaner Hefe Weibier 5 out of 10 * Belgium golden. 6 out of 10. * Sour Passion . 2 out 10. * Just outstanding kern . 2 out 10.

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!

We love Bakersfield and often go there with friends for just the day or for several. There is…read morealways something to do and new places to explore. We drove by Temblor Brewing, somehow we had missed it as we have been on this road many times. It is a real brewery and you can see the big aluminum stills set up. Sadly there was quite a line. I don't know if they take reservations, so check. Parking is easy. The place looks new and is so clean and really comfortable. They had several beers on to tap to check out and a very nice menu. It is all written on a board so you order and have a sit. They had live music which was great and fun. I don't know the schedule so call. Their salads are great and they have a few. They also have burgers and steak and we loved their chicken. The service is great. You will love this 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.

First off, I'm not a "review" kind of guy. But this place is really good and deserves a good to…read moregreat review. I got the 4 item combo, two pork tamales and two chile rellenos. I got it for take out and sat at the bar while they made it. At the bar I had a tall Modelo and a healthy pour of 400 Canejos mezcal, neat, on the recommendation of the bar tender. I really like smoky liquors, like Islay scotch. The 400 Conwjos is very smooth and somewhat smoky. It has a very nice flavor and was a great recommendation, though next time I would ask for something with more smoke. I'm sure the bartender would have a good recommendation. Everything was really good and I'll definitely go back. The green sauce on the rellenos, which were stuffed with chicken and cheese, was a great blend of picante and savory flavor. The rellenos were large, slightly spicy poblanos with a rich egg batter and covered with that tasty green sauce. The tamales were pork stuffed with a slightly spicy red sauce seasoning in the pork. I got the white sauce on the tamales and it added to and balanced the spice of the pork very nicely. All in all, everything was very good and I definitely recommend everything that I ordered. And here is the kicker. My bill was $38.00! I left a pretty healthy tip. So, to sum this up, I highly recommend this place! Really good food. Solid bar with knowledgeable bartenders. And great value.

This review is for their happy hour! Came in on a Friday at 4pm and enjoyed their appetizers menu…read morewith 2 small street tacos and their papas tacos, chips and salsa, and 2 house margaritas all of which was $5 each. Service was friendly but a tad slow, bartender was nice but it was just him and a pretty full bar. The music was pretty loud and the other folks were also pretty loud so not a great date spot for me and hubby, we wanted to talk and catch up after a long week so it was little tough. I liked the small plate/tapas vibe with the apps and the house margaritas were fine not strong which was good for us.

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.

We tried going here before but it seems like they close quite early so we were not able to try it…read moreas we came a bit past 8 PM. My husband has been here though and loved their grilled lamb tacos. So we ordered the same and also shared a chili verde bowl. He loves the tacos because he is a big bleu cheese fan but it seems like there was not enough cheese on our order. It also was a bit dry which was unfortunate. The chili verde bowl though had a good kick and I enjoyed it. The restaurant has a nice cozy ambiance though and feels like home. Unfortunately, the tacos felt kinda short of our expectations.