The food and customer service were top tier. We came in to try it out after hearing positive reviews and had a great night, then followed it up the following week with a wine pairing that was equally incredible. Cannot wait to see the expanded menu. It gives wine tasting room vibes with a great food menu. read more

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After our pedicures, my bestie and I went across the street to this new spot. First impression on ambiance: it's a huge restaurant with a storefront area to purchase bottles of wine, a nice size refrigerated section for chilled bottles to purchase and then the dining area with booth seats, tables, or seats at the bar. It's slightly dark and it's definitely giving fancy, classy vibes. First impression on food and service: The server was very helpful and informative helping me decide what to order. I went with the salmon that was on top of a bed of greens with a lemony sauce drizzled on top. It was delicious and I loved how the edges of the salmon were slightly blackened which gave it tons of flavor. My bestie went with the grilled shrimp and loved every bite. We also had a couple glasses of the Tensley Lite Syrah that was suggested by the server and it was wonderful. I would love to go back on a double date or something and try more wine. read more

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Quick Summary Nice new lounge. Drinks were really good. Tapas menu was pretty solid as well. Service was very splendid, as everyone was incredibly friendly and always checked in on us Drinks- 5 stars The drinks were fantastic. The Eastside was really good and refreshing for a hot summer night. Prices are pretty reasonable as well for a late night spot Food- 5 stars Tried the shrimp gambas and the eggplant. Both were pretty good. Tons of garlic on the gambas with alot of flavor. Definitely great snacking food; about Eureka / Yard House level Service- 5 stars The service was great. Everyone was incredibly friendly and checked in on us pretty often Ambiance- 5 stars Nice lounge spot with plenty of room and seating Bottom Line Awesome night spot with the best drinks in Bakersfield! read more

Le Cave Vin & Cuisine - Eastside - Wine Bars Near Me - Bakersfield, California

New wine bar in town that serves food as well. Went on a Friday night and they were busy but we were able to get a seat promptly and the service was not affected. Food: had the fries and they were amazing. Had the perfect crunch to soft interior ratio. They were served with an aioli but it was barely needed as they were seasoned so well. Will have again Drinks: Were not bad but had a couple of issues that kept if from getting 5 stars. First they list egg white as an ingredient but used the ones from a carton with preservatives (we always ask since my girlfriend is allergic). Secondly the Vesper was missing the lemon twist and served in a martini glass looking like it was half full. Overall will try again as a few of the wines in the retail side are well priced. read more

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Great ambiance. Big wine cellar. New place with lots of potential. But service is very slow, which is a big problem. I had the sliders and they were very tasty. We also ordered a charcuterie board which had a good selection. read more

The ambiance is nice ,very relaxed and comfortable. The drinks are okay; pretty pricey and not a big selection. I had a hard time finding something sweet; what they made me was okay; not sweet like I prefer though and a small amount for the price. Took me awhile to drink it, cuz I didn't enjoy it that much. The menu seems more geared towards drier wines. If you like drier wines good selection for you. The service was okay; the food portion is really when it went downhill. We ordered an order of fries and took between 45-60minutes to receive. Not sure if they were picking the potatoes themselves before making them or what; but it took forever. We decided to give it another try and ordered the special pretzel for octoberfest; it was hard almost like a rock; felt like I was gonna break a tooth. That took about a half hour to receive. We also ordered the bratwurst: it came with fries , it was good but took another 40 minutes or so to receive. We were starving so of course ate everything. Not sure what's going on in the kitchen; where it takes this long . Would I come back? Eventually , but not anytime soon. read more

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Food was ok but very small portions. Definitely overpriced for amount. Need food items that don't have a lot of off the wall ingredients in it. Even though it is a wine bar they do not have any merlot. Need variety. Service was great. Not sure I would go back. read more

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I was just looking for something new for lunch. Looked pretty unassuming from the outside. I walked in and I was shocked. It is a beautiful, upscale restaurant with a massive wine cave, thus the name. The place was roomy, beautifully lit, with a gorgeous bar, and French decor and French music. The server was attentive, polite, and well trained. I started with a Spanish white, what a delicious way to start the weekend. For appetizer I had the trio, olive, nuts, and breadsticks. The olives were savory and decadent, the mixed nuts were crunchy and salty, but the breadstick I can do without. The main course was 2 smash burger sliders. They loaded it with a pile of grilled onion and goat cheese, perfect for a glass of full bodied red. So if you are a wine lover, there is a top dog in town. I am so happy for Bakersfield to have another great wine restaurant. read more

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I visited Le Cave for a glass of wine and appetizers. Le Cave is located in a small shopping center with plenty of parking. We arrived at about 6:00 pm on a Friday so it was very busy but still had a few tables available. We were seated quickly and attended to within minutes. The ambiance is very pretty. The restaurant was much bigger than I anticipated. The only draw back was that it was a little noisy and hard to hear each other speak at times. There was a decent size store front with a good selection of wines. We ordered 2 glasses of wine and a very tasty cocktail called the Gimlet. To my surprise it was not just a wine bar but a full service bar. We ordered the bruschetta made with goat cheese and plum jam, Beef sliders with caramelized onions and blue cheese, and a Manchego pizza. All of the items were tasty and freshly made. They were served on very pretty plates and presentation was on point. The bruschetta had a nice crunch and the pairing of the goat cheese with something sweet was perfect. I'm normally not a huge fan of goat cheese but it was tasty. The pizza was tasty as well but the olives kind of overpowered the taste even though I love olives. The menu items paired nicely with the wine we selected. Service was quick and all of the food came out within 10 mins. I will definitely be returning to Le Cave. read more

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Please update your hours online, shower up for date night and it was closed even though online says open 10-10pm on a Thursday. I called and no answer so hours need to be updated. read more

I actually really enjoyed Le Cave! Their food menu isn't as wide spread as I expected but everything we tried was actually very delicious and perfectly cooked. We ordered a bottle of Sauvignon blanc and an array of menu items. My favorite was the shrimp. They were large pieces the sauce was delicious with the garlic bread! My next favorite was the steak frites. This was a smaller portion that I expected but the streak was a perfect medium rare and the French fries were delicious as well. My third recommendations is the fig pizza. Such a delicious pizza and I found it pretty creative. I love the combination of arugula, cheese, and figs. The crust was slightly thicker but still a little crunchy on the bottom which made it taste like a perfectly curated charcuterie bite. The restaurant was loud and packed with people. I really enjoyed my time here everyone was super helpful and the service was great. I look forward to going back during this year to see what improvements they've made. read more

Le Cave Vin & Cuisine - August 2024 - Wine Bars Near Me - Bakersfield, California

This place is nice! Ambiance is good, food was good, drinks...good. I like their selection if wines for sale, too. It's also reasonably priced. Definitely will be back. read more

We have been here multiple times and never disappoints. The food, service and ambiance are great. We always enjoyed the shrimp , steak and flatbreads. Their wine list is great and their mix drinks super fun. read more

The selection is lack luster. The food is mediocre. Needs a massive overhaul from the pompous place. The owner is all fluff without the knowledge of what could be considered good. read more

My lovely wife and I went out for early evening drinks and bites to eat and we ended up here. The descriptions from Yelp and friends got our attention, and we were too late for happy hour at our fave happy hour spot. Highlights of Le Cave include the staff there. Our server was delightful and the manager who checked on us and assisted my wife with a wine purchase from their collection was professional and friendly. Food was great. Drinks were a little inconsistent and the basics of the decor is there but needs to be more and everywhere. Prices are as expensive there as anywhere but the appetizers were lower than most. We will definitely check this out again in the future. read more

Great place Great selection of wines Food is good... Just a little too noise for me Service is great ... Overall great experience... read more

The food menu is improving, but not quite there yet. Need more selection. Almost there fellas.

Very impressed!! We decided to stop in for a quick drink and definitely didn't regret it! I got the red sangria and my friend got the De La Rosa. They were both delicious. It's designed beautifully with a gorgeous bar. It felt very upscale! The service was great as well. Everyone was very attentive! Can't wait to go back and eat! The food looked delicious. I'm always so excited to support locally owned businesses! read more

Le Cave Vin & Cuisine - Drink menu - Wine Bars Near Me - Bakersfield, California

What a treasure! The minute you enter you will be greeted with a smile and exceptional customer service. I've been several times for a date night at the bar, meet up with friends or just after work drinks and delicious food! Chef John creates culinary art on a plate. We even plan to host a private party in the lovely lounge room. I would highly recommend! Great food. Great drinks. Great vibe! read more

Le Cave Vin & Cuisine - Cheers to Le Cave - Wine Bars Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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From the moment you walk it you are given a warm welcome. We ordered and got our food timely and everything was delicious. The service was excellent as well. Definitely returning. read more

Womp Womp, closed down cause you suck and have chosen do such a horrible job. Do yourself a favor stay closed. Olive oil tastes like straight seed oil. Waste of the commercial space just for a dark depressing bar for sad middle aged men whose wife can't stand them. Overpriced drinks-Bad food - poor ingredients - slowest service - and the lingering sewage smell in the main room. That's Le cave. Give it a try if that interests you. read more

We were pleasantly surprised and impressed by the exquisite interior of this New spot. Very chic and stylish. Our Bartender Heidi was exceptionally attentive and knowledgeable. She made me their signature Expresso Martini which was absolutely divine!! Worth every penny. The wine wasn't overpriced which was nice. I had a glass of Dr loosen Riesling ($7) one of my favs. Didn't try their food but can't wait to come back and try it out. Thanks again Heidi wonderful service & memories. read more

Amazing service at the Bar with Joey and Heidi. The food was great but very small portions. Steak Frites and zucchini potato croquets was my favorite. read more

Le Cave Vin & Cuisine - Zucchini and potato croquets - Wine Bars Near Me - Bakersfield, California

The food was mostly good. Portions were too small, even for tapas and way overpriced. Our server did not seem interested, and we asked for water multiple times. There are shopping carts outside, for the wine store located inside, which looked out of place. The restaurant is clean, but sterile and industrial looking, not inviting at all. Would not go back. read more

Our 5th time here and the 5th menu iteration. Worst one unfortunately. Please bring back the Fig jam, ham, goat cheese and arugula flatbread! I can get a pepperoni pizza anywhere! Menu heavy on beef now. Fries still good however. On the plus side, thank you for not using styrofoam leftover containers! And maybe update your website to reflect current menu. read more

Kind of ghetto - staff - service and menu are disappointing. The menu is very limited- don't go if you're expecting a meal - or good service. Employees drinking- even manager - sooooo Bakersfield read more

I waited one week to give this review to see if I would change my feelings...nope! First, the offerings, ambiance and overall vibe was great!! Angel (our server) was very pleasant and accommodating for our party of 12! It's only been open one week, so they are still working the kinks out from kitchen to table. Why only 3 stars?? They also have a wine storage room where you can shop and purchase bottles of wine, for dine in or to go! I purchased 2 of their bottles for our party. Unbeknownst to us, they would also be charging corkage fees as well! Really?? I buy your overpriced wine AND have to pay you to open them? Spoke with Robert, and he said it's their policy. In our opinion, A very BAD policy that left our group with a BAD taste and poor way to end the otherwise good night! read more

Le Cave Vin & Cuisine - $10.01 fee per bottle - Wine Bars Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Le Cave is a great addition to Bakersfield! I have visited a few times since their opening and I'm more impressed each time. Robert can hand select the most perfect wines for each occasion. He knows what I like more than I do! I enjoy the small tapas portions to share with the table instead of just having one plate. I would highly recommend the charcuterie. Don't forget the espresso martini night cap!! read more

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Loving Le Cave! What an amazing addition to Bakersfield. From the first moment you walk it in...you feel the vibe. The ambiance is so perfect...beautifully decorated, cool vibe, the bar is gorgeous and love all the different seating area including the private room. I love tapas and I tried just about all of the options. The shrimp is simply scrumptious and of course the fries are a must. Our group had a variety of drinks...but my margarita was the best! Service was exceptional, from the moment we walked in we were greeted by multiple staff members and seated immediately. Our server was attentive and continued to check in on us regularly. Le Cave is perfection and I can't wait to go back! read more

Tried Le Cave with another couple for one of their soft openings, really enjoyed the food, drinks and atmosphere. They have a number of specialty drinks as well as wine, you can also shop for wine in their wine shop. Their menu is tapas style, with small plates. Everything we tried was great, we tried both the pizzas, bruschetta (yummy), papas fritas, smash burger sliders, steak fritas (great) and gambas al ajillo (amazing). If you want to try a new drink, try the Floating in New York or Pisco Sour. This place is only going to get better as they get fully up and going, make sure to make a reservation. read more

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Really enjoyed Le Cave when it first opened under owner Robert Tapia. He was a wonderful figurehead, thinking of all the details and always ensuring guests were greeted and satisfied with their experience. I understand both Robert and their new chef (who was fantastic) are no longer with Le Cave, and that's really disappointing. We went a few days ago and now see that televisions have been mounted behind the bar. There goes the elegance and ambiance Robert envisioned ... here comes the sports bar which we certainly don't need any more of. Food was good, service fine. It's just not the same- and the lack of guests reflected that. Hope the owners understand the downward impact they made when they executed this management change. Whatever they weren't happy with, they definitely needed to give it more than four months to play out. read more

The restuarant looks nice. There was only one server but took some time for them to come check on us. We ordered the steak and they apparently are still working on getting steak knives. They brought us butter knives. Lol. Couldnt cut through it to save my life. We had them take it to the chef to slice it. Overall the restuarant was expensive for the quality of food and drinks. Ended up at flame and fire for drinks and dessert. read more

The menu is absolutely terrible!! I'm not sure what's going on with this place, change in chefs, why?? I had the shrimp appetizer, way too spicy, no depth! The service was great, but why frozen pizza crust? what happened to the salmon salad? the place was Empty.. read more

Great place!! The bartender was friendly and attentive. The drinks and food were delicious.

Cocktails and sliders were good but our server was so fun & so sweet 10/10 for him! A bit too noisy for an 8 person book club trying to chat but overall a good experience read more

Wanted to love it and I have to say the bartender was so nice but........ overpriced and I fear it's the now place and will be out of favor soon read more

Great service great food...best wine prices in town definitely. Ambiance is sophisticated but casual. Great place to gather with friends for a quick drink or a long night of wine. read more

Love this new place. It is sophisticated, European like atmosphere that you can casually go to have a drink and enjoy a small plate. Supper fun to join friends or go for a date night. It feels like an escape from our same old same old options. Love the location. We really needed something like this on this part of town. Wine selection is ample and the cocktails are excellent. Looking forward to making our way through their delicious cocktail and food menu! Another round please!! read more