Stopped by Tommy's Pizza at Imbibe and it never disappoints! I love that you can call in your order before arriving -- so convenient. Their Caesar dressing is hands down the best, with real anchovy flavor that makes it extra bold and authentic. I always order the Margherita pizza but swap in their spicy tomato sauce... absolutely delicious. Such a perfect pairing with Imbibe's pour-your-own wine spouts, and they make some of the best Old Fashioneds around. The Imbibe staff truly make the place feel like home. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great food, great drinks, great vibes![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant - Margarita with spicy tomato sauce - Wine Bars Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Do not be fooled by this hidden gem in Bakersfield. I have been coming here for years and will continue to. They have a spectacular selection of wine, spirits and beer that you can take home of drink there with a Tommy's Pizza. If you are unsure of what you want the staff is more than happy to guide to a amazing selection. If they do not have what you are looking for ask to see if the can special order, they were able to track down 2 bottles of special chartreuse bottlings for me. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We will also bring a board/card game and just play will enjoying a bottle of wine.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is always a stress free place to store you wine if you need to, I have two lockers in the back and it is always the correct temperature.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I have been recommended by friends to try out imbibe for some time now and finally made it in. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Has nice open seating area outdoor and when you walk in it can be a little overwhelming with all the bottles and drinks[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] but I asked where we could order and we ordered food at the register and drinks at the bar. The pizza we ordered is from Tommy's which is inside Imbibe and we ordered the Hot Pepp and the Bianca. I definitely favored the Hot Pepp more but the Bianca was a fun different pizza with hot honey and artichoke/olives. The employees were friendly and helpful with drink recommendations I definitely recommend their Paloma they have featured. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was live music which was great and it was overall a very chill environment and perfect for date night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Imbibe is a hidden gem and I will definitely be back. read more

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Probably one of the best selections in town. They have sommeliers and other experts to help you along the way, with making your selections. If you have a special selection, I believe they'll even make you an order. I've gotten probably every type of liquor in there and tried tons of new additions, which I love having in my selection at home. The workers are all very pleasant and greet you when you enter. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have music nights, tastings and a wood fire pizza oven, which I haven't been able to get to just yet.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Love this place and will continue to give them business reasonably priced and aren't trying to make scam like some of these liquor stores around town. Definitely give this place a shot, especially because they're in the middle of town and the selection is the best. Have a great one and see you at the next spot. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Pretty cool spot tucked away in central Bakersfield that I never knew existed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I love me a glass of wine every once in a while. Imbibe had a fine selection of wines and spirits. I love that fact that you can buy a bottle there and drink it there as well. They have a pretty cool pay as you go wine tasting bar also that suited me well it was a decent wine tasting experience right here in town. The selection was mostly Reds and a few whites the day I went which is fine with me, but from what I was told it rotates not sure if it's day by day or weekly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Either way it was a cool experience with live music and a full bar as well if you're not into wines.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Oh! They give you pre paid card and you pay as you go the cost of each wine tasting depends on the pour size and type just FYI. read more

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Hey everyone, I just have to rave about this spot. They have an amazing wine selection and their pizzas are hands down the best in town. The crust is perfectly crispy, you can taste the love in every bite, and the toppings are spot on. Their salads are fantastic too, and they always have a great specialty pizza. Service is excellent. Highly recommend! read more

Wonderful service and pizza. Great place to meet friends for a drink. Staff has terrific knowledge of both wines and spirits.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great atmosphere, and friendly staff.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Be sure to try the hot honey pepperoni pizza! This is a good place to take a date or hang out with a group of friends. Support our local businesses. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Okay so the vibe is super great. Very chill. It can even be family friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'd liked the service we got. Everybody was super kind. They never let our drinks go empty but let me tell you about their food. Oh my goodness! The salad alone was the freshest salad I've ever eaten. Their pizza is pretty bomb too. Highly recommend! read more

It Doesn't Get Much Cooler Than This!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Upscale, but not stuffy![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] ALL employees work together to make sure that you have an ideal experience. If you're lucky, Jeremy, from The Ice House, near the Garces Circle, many moons ago, or, more recently, the old Valentien, near Conroy's, will be hosting a wine event, and you can be assured that he WON'T be selling Ripple...Pagan Pink, my drink of choice in 1960's Hollywood, the first wine cooler, for 50 cents a pint, or Gypsy Rose wine, for $2 a Gallon, or Thunderbird, for a buck a bottle..."there ain't no bird like Thunderbird"...Crenshaw's beverage of choice, and he'll actually serve it in a glass! But seriously folks, Jeremy, like his Predecessor, Pierre, from the old Cask & Cleaver, the current location of Panache Salon, is one of the top connoisseurs of fine wine and spirits, that you will ever meet, and will always steer you in the direction of excellence, while being as down-to-earth as you could ever imagine! Gourmet cheeses and other delicacies are available to accompany your beverage of choice, are also available to pamper your palate, especially the best thin crust pizza in town, as far as I'm concerned...only available on certain nights. I compare it to Boston & New York...East Coast all the way! Don't forget to ask the outstanding chef to sprinkle oregano on it, before placing it in the oven, and to make sure that it's slightly browned, and not blackened. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Several dining and drinking environments, along with spotless, decorative restrooms, will create a perfect experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]You may even get to hear some live music from time to time, but arrive early, to make sure that you get comfortable seating[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Imbibe is a cool spot- lots of options, seating, clean, bright.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I haven't tried any of the food offerings. Staff are knowledgeable and will help answer your questions. read more

Love a self-serve wine bar! The concept will always be fun to me, and they offer a nice variety. Great food vendors. But the service is quite unfriendly, and I found myself feeling stupid for asking a simple question. read more

Such an incredible find right here in downtown Bakersfield. And for us lovers of wine, spirits, beer, and food . . . IW&SM is a homerun in all areas. Thank you Halli for the grand tour and wonderful hospitality. We explored the many wine and craft beer choices, and settled in to our incredibly delicious Bianca Special Pizza and fresh salad, and paired them nicely with glasses of their on-tap red wines. Another highlight was having live music playing while we wined and dined. Also had Hallie put together her favorites for their Mix or Match 6 Wine Bottles for $60.00 special, and appreciate her attention to detail. Thanks to Halli and all the helpful IW&SM staff. Looking forward to another visit soon. read more

Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant - Incredibly delicious Bianca Special Pizza and Salad. - Wine Bars Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Imbibe is a hidden gem. It looks like a store but it is so much more! They have a HUGE selection of liquor, wine and beer. Once you have selected your rink of choice they will simply charge a corking fee of $5 dollars so you can sit and enjoy. The place has a very cute entrance end everything is place neatly so it appealing to the eye. Tony's pizza is also located inside so you can have some delicious pizza too! Imbibe even offers a self served wine bar whenever you like so amazing! I was very excited when I was informed that they hot amazing events right in the heart of Bakersfield. This week they have a whiskey tasting that includes expensive whiskey bottles like $400 bucks! Totally getting that bag for your buck! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Wow the pizza, the beer, the atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Came in on a Friday early dinner time and it was popping.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 50 min wait for Pizza but we didn't mind, grabbed some beers and had a great recommendation from staff for a light summer beer and sat and relaxed until the pizza came. It was hot, cheesy, delicious and not too too spicy, just the right amount. We inhaled our pizza, it was so good. Next time we will order 2 so we can take one home and enjoy it the next day, that's how good they are! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the vibe at this spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There's a bar in the liquor store and a great selection of wine and spirits. The staff is very nice and I love that you can do wine tasting while eating delicious pizza. read more

Imbibe Wine & Spirits Merchant - Margherita Pizza. So yummy! - Wine Bars Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Ok so the people of bakersfield reddit will not stop talking about tommys pizza inside imbibe. So naturally as a lover of pizza I came in and order 2 pies. I can't say enough about how great the crust and cheese on this pizza was, I can't seem to get a taste of the sauce but will ask for extra on my return visit. Was helped by such a nice person who was named Haley, I hope I'm not misspelling it. Very nice and welcoming with customer service that would alone make me return. She also pretty much told me oh you will be back. And I will! Thank you all to the people who work hard to keep this place going I will not only be back for pizza but will return with anyone who is in hearing distance of my voice! And last but not least thank you to Haley I appreciate the service and the hosp read more

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First time here all the way from Sacramento! We saw this place online and heard Tommy's pizza was good so we wanted to give it a try. It was a cool concept and the pizza was delicious! It was fresh, flavorful, and worth the visit. The server and cashiers were both great and made us feel welcome. Unfortunately, one interaction significantly dampened the rest of our visit. A staff member named Halli displayed an unprofessional attitude. Her tone, delivery, and overall demeanor came across as rude and dismissive. It left a bad taste in our mouths, which was disappointing considering how wonderful the rest of the staff and food were. If given the chance to go back, I hope to have a better experience. read more

Imbibe on a Saturday night is a great time! We ordered yummy pizza and had cool live jazz playing really elevating the space. I definitely recommend this place for a cute chill date night and if you are in the mood for pizza and drinks. This wine and spirits store not only carries an amazing and well-priced assortment of beers and wine but they surprised me by making a tasty thin crust Margherita and pepperoni pizza. Ordering at the cash register was quick, selecting from the menu was easy, and there was plenty of indoor and outdoor patio seating. I'll be back for sure! read more

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Imbibe is great! If you like Wine, Beer, or Spirits they have a fantastic selection. But this review is about the hidden gem inside... Tommy's Pizza! One bite, everybody knows the rules... I went with the gold metal pie - "The Cheese". Hand-stretched dough. Great undercarriage, nice char. Great sauce to cheese ratio. Sauce has a very pleasant tomato sweetness. Really nice crisp with a bit of chew. Crust is light, airy. Opened the box immediately after getting it and was happy to see very little flop at all. This pizza was outstanding. An 8.9! An elevated pizza. Best in Bakersfield by a large margin. Probably best in 100 mile radius. All hail Tommy's! read more

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Tommy's is ridiculously good. Every time no fail- they're just animals 10/10 If they made lasagna tho ‍ read more

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Great staff - very helpful. Well laid out shop. Good assortment from decent-cost daily wines to fancy dinner ones. Didn't stay for the wine bar part, but had a nice jazz band playing. Would go back for sure if I lived here! read more

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Top 100 Wines 2022. The best event of the year. My favorite holiday! The staff, the selection, the experience... I love this place! read more

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This is a fun place to visit when they have live entertainment. I love listening to a live person singing and just sipping on some wine. They have a tasting card so you can try different glasses of wine instead of buying a whole bottle. While this is great, I find it cheaper to buy a whole bottle. But you don't get to try many choices that way...so it's a personal preference. It is a great way to try new things. They have a bar and bartender if you want something different than wine. They also have a mini store that has lots of hard to find wine, liquor and beer. Great place to find gifts! read more

I'm am so happy I found this place. Tommy's Pizza is by far the best pizza I've had in Bakersfield. One of my many complaints with this city was the lack of authentic good quality pizza but no longer. Imbibe is a vibe in itself, love the self serve wine and the variety of drinks but coupled with phenomenal pizza the place is a true winner. Friendly service, fun live music, and tasty food with good drinks- I couldn't ask for anything more. Well maybe some dessert options? :) read more

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Took my family to the Spot Irish Whisky tasting and had an amazing time. Not only is everyone there friendly and helpful, but they treat you like you are special. Plus the Pizza is awesome!! I recommend the Honey drizzle pizza. Can't remember the name, but it was delicious. read more

We ordered a classic pepperoni pizza and it was really fair. Priced great quality pizza hardly any greasy oil service was on point and [[HIGHLIGHT]]ambience of the place is great as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Undoubtedly best pizza in town. Can't go wrong with the salad as a starter. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Might have a to wait at times for it to be prepared. read more

This place is by FAR the winner of The Best Wine Shop Where You'd Least Expect It Award. As a wine bar, it's fantastic. Interesting wines by the glass and you can buy yourself a bottle of the one of the greatest wines in the world and enjoy that. There's a great bar with craft brews as well. Top to bottom, service is friendly and knowledgeable. But the wine! The selection is amazing and the prices are reasonable. the perfect little room full of Napa Valley Wine Auction wines is breathtaking. They have many wines that are on allocation that you rarely see "in the wild." This place is special. If you're serious about wine, don't miss it. read more

Finally tried this place after having friends tell us forever to try it, turned out to be a nice evening. They have a lot of variety from spirits to wine, you can choose from their vast beer and wine selection and for a $.99 charge can enjoy your beer there or $5 corking fee for wine. You can also purchase a wine card that you can use to wine taste with or they have a small bar where you can purchase mixed drinks. We went on a Friday night and they had live music, so we purchased a bottle of wine and sat and enjoyed the music. They do have some food items such as pizza and charcuterie boards. Overall a nice low key place to go with a group or for a date night. read more

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Tommy's Pizza was the best in town. For a great price too. Will definitely be ordering from there again. read more

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Great service and selection. Staff is always very friendly and helpful. It's always refreshing when you go somewhere and people ask if you need help or make suggestions. Highly recommend if you're looking for good wine, beer or spirits. read more

Wow, what a fantastic place! Very knowledgeable, fun atmosphere, great music, awesome selection!

Been to Imbibe several times however previously was not impressed with the food options. Heard that Tommy's Pizza was there, checked out their online menu and decided we all needed to check it out. I am so happy we did. We are pizza fanatics. From New York to Chicago to countless places in Cali we love pizza. Ordered the Bianca, Margherita and Hot Pepp. Holy guac!!! All 3 were amazing!!!! Each one of us had a different fave (mine was the Bianca). Paired them with a bottle of Caymus Cab which was absolutely perfect! This was seriously the best pizza we've ever had. And the Caymus is always wonderful. We will definitely be back. read more

I have been to Imbibe several times and every time they are so hospitable and welcoming. They are also very committed to the community, which is very important to me. I am currently sitting as vice chair for a committee planning the Dress For The Stars Gala, which is a fundraising event for Dress for Success Bakersfield. When I asked Imbibe if they would like to participate they immediately offered a generous donation of wine for our wine pull. I know they volunteer in many other ways for the community. We have held several of our committee meetings there. They have a huge array of wines and other spirits with selections for all price ranges. They also offer charcuterie boards and other tasty treats, including the iconic brown butter cookies from Cayucos Beach. If you haven't tried them yet you are missing out! Their pizza is also delicious! My favorite was made up of ingredients I would never think of putting together but wow!! Imagine this: thin crust, goat cheese (or ricotta possibly?), spinach, artichoke hearts, Spanish olives, and....a drizzle of honey....yes, honey. It sounds so strange and if I didn't taste it for myself I would probably be skeptical, but do yourself a favor and just order it! I also stole a slice of pepperoni off of the other pizza at my table and it was a good quality pepperoni...slightly spicy and not too fatty. If you are going for a serious meeting Mondays are quieter...Thursdays can get fairly loud in there, but are great for networking and just seeing good friends. You can buy wine by the glass or by the bottle, and they offer wine lockers as well. read more

I finally tried Tommy's Pizza. I went with the Pepperoni and it was worth the wait. I was a chicken and didn't go with the Fresno Peppers but it was still extremely delicious. I called the order in and it was ready within my 20 minute drive there. Everyone there was very nice and courteous. read more

We went there expecting some nice wines but this one tap were ok but expensive. More than making a day of it in Paso. We also got the pizza from Tony's which I was looking forward to. Was disappointed. The topping was really burnt and I took one look at least 1/3 of it all black and told the guy that brought it up our table " wow! It's really burnt" ! But he left it and walked off. It seemed like no one cared that they were serving a burnt pizza. My husband and I ate a little bit and put the rest in the box to take home. We figured we might be able to try salvaging it by removing the burnt pieces and adding some more cheese. But I was very disappointed in it as was my husband. If this is the way they prefer to cook it then I guess they've done nothing wrong. However, it's not the way I would prefer it. The whole experience was not a great one. Having to take a card back up to the front and having a certain amount of money loaded on it just so I could get the wine out of the wine. Dispensing machine was a little confusing. One of the girls just seemed OK to be a little perturbed of having to explain the process to us. It's definitely not customer friendly. But if you are working nearby and you want an expensive drink or expensive glass of wine, then I guess this is your place. read more

What a diamond in the rough. Great selection of Wine, beer and liquor. Great pizza variety and salads. Loved the patio. Great Surprise

Imbibe is a place that has a decent atmosphere inside and a pretty good beer selection. The pizza here is also very good. Hence why it's not a 1 star. I've been here a couple times now. However, the customer service here lacks and hence my review. I called them recently to see if they had a certain type of beer in stock because I didn't want to drive across town only to not have what I was looking for. A person who identified himself as "Jared" answered the phone and said no they don't carry that beer. Then I asked if he can check to see what flavors of that beer company they had available and he said they have a few and that I would need to come in to check. I tried to explain I live across town and if he can go look and tell me. It would take him maybe all of 2-3 mins to simply walk to their beer section and see which flavors they had for this particular beer brand. He told me "No I'm too busy, you would just have to come here and check it out if you want it". I hung up and of course I'm never going here again. We actually planned to hold a holiday gathering from my work at this place and now I'm coordinating to find a difference place because it's obvious they don't want more business, their already too "busy" with what they have. There are other good pizza places in Bakersfield (Flames Pizza being one) and other good craft beer places here as well (Off the Rails being one) that I would recommend instead. I'm pretty sure this same Jared is the one that I once asked to go check in the back if they had another beer in stock when I was actually inside the store. And he refused and said no without even looking at what beer it is. I asked another employee Myles the same thing and he went and checked and was able to get me what I needed from the back. Laziness has no place in customer service and it's a shame Imbibe employs people who embody that. read more

What was I thinking? Four stars... like anybody who works there cares enough to hop on Yelp and see what people are saying about them, but still. The hooch slingers are class acts and offer only the finest. Pro tip: you can order craft beer kegs through them. I'll be picking up my Oskar Blue's Ten Fidy tomorrow. Suck it BevMo! read more