After giving blood at Houchin on Bolthouse Drive, we needed to refuel, and Flame & Skewers was just…read morethe spot. We opted for the chicken kebab plate with double the protein, which meant we had extra chicken kebabs. Our plan was to fuel up here and save the rest for the evening meal. It worked out perfectly. The service was friendly. Our order was taken promptly. And our table was comfortable to enjoy lunch. At the time we gave blood, Houchin Blood Bank gave us two coupons for Jamba Juice. So after Flame and Skewers, we headed there. No matter what part of town you're in, if you need some good food, stop by Flame & Skewers.

Ordered from Door Dash & this was my first time ordering from this restaurant & the food was…read moredelicious! Can't wait to order again! The chicken was perfectly seasoned and cooked! Juicy chicken breast meat. The rice was perfection. Seasoned well and perfectly fluffy. The cucumber salad was so fresh and delicious. The garlic sauce is a must order as it complements all of the food. I also ordered the hummus and pita bread on the side and SO GOOD!

Hoagies is an odd name for a place that doesn't really specialize in hoagies, but whatever!…read more I looked up what their most popular meal was and it ended up being their Pismo Wrap. The wrap is filled with tri-tip, curly fries, avocado, and deliciousness. Usually when I visit a new place, I like to try different things on the menu, but Hoagies is a bit on the pricey side, so that doesn't leave much room to experiment. And after being disappointed by their fish and chips, I knew I had to stick with the Pismo Wrap being my regular order. However, the serving size is impressive. If you're ordering the wrap for lunch, you can save half for dinner. It's that massive. I couldn't finish it in one sitting. The vibe is totally laid back and feels like you're in a beach town. Service is always great here. And staff is always friendly! I highly recommend checking them out. One of my favorite places to eat at in downtown.

First time here, and I will definitely be back! This visit was a quick lunch run, so I ordered my…read morefood to go, but next time I plan to stay and enjoy the atmosphere. I stopped by during lunch and was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't as crowded as I expected. The ambiance was relaxing, spacious, and comfortable, with soccer games playing on the TVs. The only downside was having to head back to work! From the moment I walked in, I was warmly greeted. I really appreciated the immediate acknowledgment and friendly service. Now for the best part--the food! I ordered the Cali Cheesesteak with curly fries, and it was absolutely delicious. In fact, my coworkers were jealous when they saw my lunch! Needless to say, I'll be back. Next time, I'm bringing the whole crew for a group lunch!

Amazing! The woman who helped me was so friendly and helpful. I have a lot of food allergies and…read moreshe helped me understand what was in the different salad dressings. After roadtripping through the hot, dry, dusty Central Valley, eating this cooling, fresh salad was truly revitalizing. I will definitely be coming back next time I'm in Bakersfield. Highly recommend!

We tried this place for lunch, it was a delicious salad for sure. I did the small build your own…read moresalad (I can only imagine how much you would get on a large salad). The small was a perfect amount. I added chicken, jalapeños, spinach, sunflower seeds and cranberries with the raspberry vinaigrette. The salad was delicious, the raspberry vinaigrette wasn't my thing, in my opinion it lacked flavor, I should have opted for the cilantro pepita dressing (next time). Nonetheless I will be back!

This place just keeps getting better. I need to see them featured on more "best of" lists for…read moreBakersfield! The food is beyond incredible. I can't stop eating the paneer butter masala (surprising to absolutely no one), and the garlic naan. If you're brave, get it spicy-- it will blow your face off, but in a good way (like a hot kiss instead of a bomb). But be warned-- their drinks come in cans and if it's super hot, you may need to order more than one, lol. I impressed my company by not needing to drink much during my spicy meal, and yes this is a casual heat tolerance brag, I'm sorry! Anyway, the service is really wonderful even if the communication can be a little rusty because I'm a basic monolingual bish. They just want you to enjoy your food and your time with them, so don't be shy and ask questions if you're unsure about something you're ordering. They have vegan and vegetarian options. I've only gone with meat eaters and they have not been disappointed. This is one of the best restaurants in Bakersfield and I'm worried people are totally asleep at the wheel on this one. They deserve your support, they're family run and worthy of your time and money! Other awesome things to try: dal, any breads, egg rolls, any green curry.

I cannot say enough good things about the food here…read more I have not been disappointed in all the times I ate at Indian Village. Today I had the Garlic Naan, ALWAYS great, the Basmati Rice, and the Paneer Tikka Masala. Heaven!!!!!. I am stuffed and happy. Service is always great, they actually know be by name which is nice because to many restaurants I'm just a person. The atmosphere is pure Indian.

This was our first time going to Harrington house, it was a pleasant experience, the staff was warm…read moreand welcoming. We ordered a few items to try off the menu I'm not the biggest fan of peanut butter but the waffle sampler did surprise me I do wish they offered some more classic brunch items to pair with the more complex ones but over all good experience

I visited on a Sunday a little after 10 a.m. and the restaurant was surprisingly empty. It pains me…read moreto lower my previous five-star rating to three because this has been one of my favorite places. This visit had a few misses. I was disappointed to learn that decaf wasn't available, as I've found that most coffee shops offer decaf espresso. My companion was also disappointed that they were out of the pork belly for the breakfast tacos - the reason she came. I let my server know I was vegan, but my avocado toast initially came with butter. To their credit, the staff responded immediately, and the kitchen quickly prepared a vegan version, which I appreciated. As more customers arrived, the atmosphere became livelier, and the staff remained attentive throughout our visit. I still enjoy this restaurant and plan to return, but this experience wasn't quite up to the standard I've come to expect.

Such a beautiful name LUNA. So this was my first time coming…read moreto this place. I really enjoyed the ambiance really beautiful. The service was great and the food was incredible! This place gets a 10/10 even though the coconut horchata was not all that. The fish was cooked perfectly, the veggies weren't soggy and the rice was amazing. I picked my fish based on what my seated neighbor received, it just looked so delicious and it was! Everything about this place is fabulous. All the dishes that came out looked like high quality dishes.

Luna is still very deserving of their great reviews! D…read moreElegante' (not sure I have the correct spelling) was our delightful server today. It was my monthly Girls Lunch and we are pleasant but not always timely in our ordering because somehow it takes us a while to even look at the menu although we do like the cocktails immediately. 'D' checked on us regularly without rushing us to order as we caught up. Now that they have their beer & wine license (Yay) They are always busy thanks to great service & elegant food offerings. I would recommend reservations on busy nights. They have a limited offering of wine and beer but good pairings with their menu. My companion ordered the Shrimp & spicy fried rice. The flavor was yummy although a bit too spicy for my companion. I thought it was delicious but it does have a little kick. The shrimp was succulent and the rice was beautifully prepared. I ordered the Salmon Al Diablo. The plating was lovely. The salmon was cooked perfectly. It was a little sauce heavy for me and the flavor of the pineapple just wasn't there. It was still a tasty dish that I thoroughly enjoyed. If you want a pleasing meal of taste and plating in a light, airy & relaxing environment definitely give them a try.

On the road between SoCal and NorCal and hungry for a healthy lunch!…read more We found Salad Sensations in Bakersfield 10 minutes off Hwy 5. What a great stop! Delicious fresh wrap and salads! I ordered the fish taco and wow! So much food, delicious and reasonably priced! The workers behind the counter, (maybe the owners) were so nice and helpful. We sat on their patio out of the 92' heat and were quite comfy believe it or not. If you like salads and fresh wraps, take the 10 minutes off the freeway, you won't regret it!

I tried the Salad Sensations for the first time and enjoyed it quite a bit. I got a "small" Asian…read moresalad, and was happily surprised by the generous portion size for a "small". The ingredients tasted fresh and I appreciated the dressing to salad ratio. My family enjoyed what they had as well. They notably enjoyed their wraps.

Okay! why does free lunch hit different every single time?!…read moreI attended a professional development training and they surprised us with these lunch boxes! Yay! Tell me why I was immediately in love. The moment I opened it, I was greeted with a thick, generously stacked turkey sandwich that looked like it meant business. We're talking layers on layers of tender, juicy turkey, piled high with that crisp, freshly shredded lettuce that gives the perfect crunch in every bite. Even writing about it makes my mouth water all over again! The bread? Soft, fresh, and just the right amount of pillowy to hold it all together without falling apart. As if the sandwich wasn't already the star of the show, the box came fully loaded with a chocolate chip cookie,, a bag of chips for that salty crunch moment, and a little sampler of macaroni salad that was slathered in Italian dressing. So tasty! Honestly? Mouthwatering from start to finish. Whoever put these boxes together understood the assignment! (Haha) This is definitely a must try when hungry!

Once in awhile we crave the sandwiches from Caesar's and it's funny that we didn't even know this…read morelocation existed until I pulled them up on Yelp. Since finding out about this location, we have visited this place a few times now. I really love the old school feel to this sandwich spot. You can either dine in or order your sandwich to go. Caesar's is hit and miss for me. Once in a great while it's one of the best sandwiches I've had and sometimes it's just okay. One thing I do know for sure is that I keep coming back because they have "that" clam chowder. My only complaint is that they are pricey and you can get a superior sandwich from other places. Parking is a little bit crazy during lunch time. Staff is always super nice here and the lines go pretty quick. I don't know if they have more than the 2 locations I know of. This location is not as fancy as the one on Brimhall, but their sandwiches are just as good.

Food is amazing. Prices are great and the service is even better! We had burgers, noodles, fish and…read morechips, Philly cheese sandwiches... it was all awesome. Francis our server was amazing! We can't wait to come back!

First tome here & definitely NOT the last! Headquarters Bar and Eatery was seriously impressive!…read moreThe prices were super reasonable, but it was the ultimate combo of food, drinks & ambience that really blew me away. The ambiance was awesome--big screen TVs everywhere, a spacious open layout, and a fun vibe that makes it perfect for any event or casual hangout. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive and I kept seeing the chefs checking on the food ensuring the guest were pleased. Right away I knew chefs take real pride in the way they make and plate the food. They've got a great variety on the menu, but I went with the fish tacos and sweet potato fries, both were tasty and full of flavor! I was so impressed by the way they plated the fish tacos not only were the fish tacos loaded with all the goodies, but on the side, they had included delicious rice with lots and butter and lime, as well as pickles purple onion. For drinks, we tried the bartender's special, a rum cocktail that was seriously a party in glass SO good! My mom had the classic Moscow Mule that was crisp and refreshing honestly, you can never go wrong with a Moscow Mule All around, a fantastic experience. I'll definitely be back soon!

Comfy atmosphere and chill crowds. Service is good depending…read moreon how busy they are. They rotate their tap beer selection regularly (try the Moose Drool). They also have great appetizers and wine Wednesday with good prices and no cork fee if you bring your own bottle.

Absolutely unacceptable experience…read more I completely understand that accidents happen. When my server spilled a little of my drink on me while serving it, I didn't make a big deal about it. That was clearly an accident, and I understand that. But then she proceeded to spill an entire bowl of hot rice all over me. That is a completely different situation. Having hot food dumped onto you is not something a customer should simply be expected to shrug off. And somehow, the experience got even worse. They didn't even clean up the rice after it was spilled all over me. The rice was left on the floor for the rest of our meal. We were literally stepping on it throughout the rest of our dining experience. I shouldn't have to explain why leaving food all over the floor after it has been dumped onto a customer is unacceptable. What made the situation even more insulting was how it was handled when the bill came. My meal had not been comped at all. I asked if the meal could be taken off, and instead of simply acknowledging what happened and apologizing, my server immediately became defensive. She told me the food was temperature-controlled and therefore "wasn't too hot," and explained that my meal wasn't being comped because what happened was "an accident." That response was honestly unbelievable. Yes, spilling a drink is an accident. Spilling an entire bowl of hot food onto a paying customer and then minimizing the incident afterward is an entirely different matter. Whether the food was technically at a controlled temperature is beside the point. I was still covered in food, and then the food was left all over the floor around our table for the remainder of our meal. I was eventually told that the only thing they could offer was 50% off my meal--they supposedly couldn't comp it. After having an entire bowl of hot food spilled all over me, I expected at the very least some genuine accountability, an apology, and basic customer service. Instead, I felt like I was being inconvenienced for being upset about something that happened to me. Accidents happen. Poor customer service is a choice. The way this restaurant handled the entire situation was incredibly disappointing and disrespectful. The food could have been incredible, but the experience was completely ruined. Being covered in rice, having it left on the floor while we continued eating, and then being met with excuses rather than accountability is not what I consider acceptable restaurant service. Trash experience. I will not be returning. Save your money.