I passed through Bakersfield and wanted to get some dinner and came across this place on yelp as the highest rated in the area and decided to give it a try. This establishment only has a drive-through or outdoor seating but it shares a parking lot with a Mexican restaurant and it was quite busy and I also did not have too much time so I decided to go through the drive-through I was a little confused about the drive-thru because there are two restaurants in one one is an Italian restaurant and one is a Mexican restaurant. I was wondering if I was in the correct line but you can order from either restaurant on either lane of the drive-thru. When I pulled up to the speaker, the menu is extremely extensive and overwhelming, but I knew that I wanted pasta, but I was very tempted by the Mexican food choices as well. I could not decide between trying the fettuccine or the pesto pasta I asked the lady at the speaker which one she preferred and she said why not get both since one is 1795 and for two it's $20. It only made logical sense to try both. I decided to try the fettuccine with shrimp and the pesto with chicken even though I prefer it without any protein, but it comes included so why not? After receiving my food, I found a parking spot and decided to try a little bit of each pasta. They were both piping hot, even too hot to hold, but also so fresh and delicious. They came with a white toast with some type of garlic butter smeared on one side. The toast was nothing special, but the pastas were delicious especially the fettuccine with the shrimp. The shrimp was cooked to perfection and I really enjoyed the pesto on the penny. They have a large selection of pastas so I definitely wanna bring my family so I can try more options and then come back and try their Mexican food as well. The place was very popular and the drive-thru had a very long line the whole time I was there kind of like In-N-Out. This speaks highly of the restaurant. The drive-thru attendance were very kind and helpful so I will definitely be back. read more

Pasta Bowls - Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I had high expectations for this pasta, but I honestly think it's overhyped and overpriced. The service was excellent and friendly though. The drive thru was convenient and quick, but Olive Garden prices for pasta that I could get from a drive thru is wiiiild. I had heard such great things about Pasta Bowls, but the Cajun Chicken Penne was mid. The pasta tasted bland and dry. Some bites were somewhat more flavorful when I got more sauce on the penne, but it was still underwhelming. If I come back, I hope to try their other pastas for a better experience. read more

Pasta Bowls - Cajun Chicken Penne - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

This was my first time going inside this Pasta Bowls location after using the drive-thru before, and I had such a great experience. The food was great, but the customer service was the highlight of my visit. Ana who took my order was so friendly, enthusiastic, and helpful. Her positive energy made the whole experience even better. Customer service goes a long way, and she definitely deserves recognition. 10/10 service, and I'll definitely be back! read more

The chicken fettuccini was so delicious! Staff was really busy but acknowledged me as soon as I walked in. I will definitely be back.

I always order the same thing. Penne pasta with chicken on the side. I always give my dog the chicken, and I always put my own tofu in it when I get home. And trust me when I tell you this is two meals. I will never get tired of this sauce. The sauce is the reason why I add tofu. It sops up the sauce and I can enjoy it more. (Instead of the bread). Anyway.. sorry if that's weird. I'm veggie. read more

The first time I tried their pasta was for a Yelp event and it was pretty good. If I'm looking for a fast cheap pasta dish I usually go to Olive Garden, but Pasta Bowls is right up there too. Give them a chance! Don't pass them up! If I never tried their pasta because of the event, I probably would never have even come regularly, but they usually give out free pasta for you to try here and there if you follow them on IG. If you have a limited time during lunch, I don't recommend going. They have made the girls at work late from coming back several times, but I do know they let you order ahead of time so if you know you have limited time then you better order in advance. If you haven't tried them yet for their pasta, you need to come check it out. Yes, it's not a typical Italian spot and they sell biria here, but the pasta is pretty good and they don't skimp. Spice level is pretty good too, and what other place in town has a drive-thru pasta place? read more

So good! Was craving fettuccine and ordered the fettuccine with birria instead of the normal chicken read more

Absolutely disgusting. Oily greasy slop. Ordered shrimp Alfredo and not only was the shrimp not deveined, but there was like 6-7 pieces of what appeared to be cooked rope or string in the food. When I called they answered with "hold" and I waited for 10 min. I've been trying to call back but it's just busy tone. Total rip off for what they charge. I hope I don't get sick. read more

Pasta Bowls - Some weird foreign objects. - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I ordered the spicy penne online and picked it up through the drive thru. The pasta was perfectly cooked and the spiciness gave it the edge.mine had some chicken pieces . It is a good fast food option for pasta lovers. read more

Pasta Bowls - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

What an interesting find in Bakersfield! You definitely shouldn't sleep on this place, it's unassuming and honestly a little weird as it's a joint pasta shop & taco stop. Normally that combination doesn't sound like it would mix but by coincidence we were craving pasta and the local Italian chain had a line out of the door so we turned to trusty Yelp to help us find an alternative pasta option. This spot had good enough reviews so we said we'd try it. Initially I was expecting this spot to be a proper restaurant but we were thrown off a little bit when we parked as we noticed there was one sign for Pasta Bowls and another sign for Taco Bros coming from the same building. Also there was a drive thru?! lol what is going on here?! I'm actually thankful we were too lazy to look for another spot as we went in to see what this place was all about. When we opened the door you're immediately hit by a tiny entrance area with menu boards and a counter. What I thought was a restaurant was really just a small entrance that maybe only five people could stand inside and you order at the counter. A little peculiar but hey, we were hungry and admitted that the menu looked pretty fire. They had pictures of all of the pasta options which was honestly really helpful and sealed the deal with me wanting to stick to pasta. The bigger menu though was actually all of your Mexican classics like tacos, burritos, and tortas. No pictures but an easy menu to follow. The gal working the register was super nice and helpful. We told her it was our first time and she was eager to help. She told us their pastas were definitely all good but that their most popular items are the birria tacos. I actually love birria tacos but knowing I was going to be in the car for a while I went with a safer bet. Regardless though I appreciated how patient the gal was with us and how friendly she was. Nice people work here and they have a lot going on between managing the register and the drive thru! I ordered the creamy pesto Alfredo pasta with chicken. A solid 4 stars for a causal over the counter pasta joint. The noodles were cooked to perfection and the sauce was much more flavorful than I expected. Pretty tasty. The chicken was okay, not much flavor but a good protein. My friend got their lunch special which came with three tacos, rice, beans, and a drink. She was super thrilled with her tacos and complimented that everything tasted good. Prices are average, about $15 bucks for pasta and an Agua Fresca. Not bad. Just note you do have to sit outside, no indoor seating as you only order inside. There were about six tables outside and they call your name over the speakers to go back inside to pick it up. The ambiance isn't really there because you're eating outside alongside a super busy and loud main road but thankfully tables were far enough away that it was safe, just noisy. For a casual spot this does the trick and was a pleasant surprise, just not a spot I'd crave or go out of my way for. read more

Pasta Bowls - Pesto Alfredo Pasta with Chicken - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Drive thru review only!!!! Line in drive thru was pretty quick, I checked in on Yelp, so I did get a free pepsi :). Pasta was very good. Whenever I'm in the mood for pasta again and I dont want to go to a sit-down restaurant heck yes I'm going to come here. I really wanna taste their spaghetti. Their fettuccine and chicken were soft, very good flavor, and it filled me up. read more

Pasta Bowls - Fettuccine Alfredo Bread was soft - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Ordered a quesabirria combo. Rice wasn't fully cooked, beans tasted like they were from the can. Tacos were ok, they had alot of meat in them. Overall food reminded me of Taco Bell quality. read more

I ordered the cajun penne pasta, luckily it was paid for because i wouldve wanted my money back. Disappointed didnt even eat my food. I know there is multiple locations & would try at least one more to still give try read more

The food is always amazing, fresh and hot .... What really stands out about this business is their customer service, nobody cares about it anymore but this place goes above and beyond every single time I visit no matter which location I go to. I highly recommend to everyone! read more

Pasta Bowls - All the food! - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I'm a lil torn with this restaurant because the prices went up drastically and I just can't wrap my head around it lol! Don't get me wrong the pasta is good but at the same time this is a drive thru joint! I don't want to pay Olive Garden prices unless I go to Olive Garden! Bit it is a pretty good spot if you're just wanting something quick and easy. read more

First timer! Eating my feelings! Let's goooo. Even though this establishment is on the other side of town, once I remembered that it exists and I haven't had the pleasure of a drive through pasta experience I was down for the mini road trip. When eating my feelings, no expense is spared and carbs are ideal. The reviews I read beforehand had my mouth set for the spicy penne with blackened chicken. I was truly torn between this and the fettuccine alfredo but stuck with my original plan. The team member who took my order was sweet & offered up a small sample cup of pineapple aguas fresca while I waited (not long). It was so crisp and refreshing with just the right amount of pineapple sweetness. Very yum & highly recommended. The drive thru is clean and pleasant with plants and beautiful yellow lantana bushes, which attract butterflies. I have some at home too. Lovely. The container which held my food smelled heavenly and was piping hot when the order was served up-we were off to a great start. I was pleased with the aesthetic of the pasta upon opening the wonderful container and unleashing the experience. Check my photo and see for yourself. The chicken was more or less blended in and not like the picture but I didn't really mind that too much. The sauce was thick, consistent, tasty and spicy! Take care when ordering this specific dish if you are sensitive to heat. That said, it was deeeeeeelicious. The mushrooms gave a nice texture and flavor and even after reheating the sauce didn't break. This is big, folks. There is enough for 2 people in my opinion and due to that fact the price makes sense. There was a piece of buttered bread/toast which was good- it wasn't white bread thank G- but focaccia would have been dynamite. All in all, I want to thank the owners and operators of Pasta Bowls for making one of my dreams come true and bringing the first and only drive thru pasta joint to Bakersfield. I sure hope you stay a while. read more

Pasta Bowls - Spicy penne - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I think the pasta bowls are fantastic! Considering the price and getting pasta from a drive-through, I can definitely say I am impressed. I love that there are several options. I personally love the simple spaghetti, but the Alfredo was excellent as well. I had a little seasoning at home to spruce it up. The cashiers are friendly every time I come through, and I appreciate the low-key vibe of the place. I think it's a great option for someone looking for cheap but not terrible American Italian food. read more

Great food ! Great service. We come every few weeks and love the happy hour special ! You wouldn't think pasta in a drive thru could be this good but it is ! read more

I paid extra for an extra 4 ounces of chicken which I did not receive. I went back to wait an extra 15 min for not even a full 4 ounces. I called and inquired, they said well that's how they measure for all the pasta dishes because the cup is 4 ounces. Unfortunately the measurements are not the same. They should look into adjusting their way of measuring or change the menu because this is false advertisement. read more

What can I say about this place. Have been here before and will continue to be back. This time tried the Cajun penne pasta and also ordered a side of beans and rice. Food was great as usual and service was excellent and another great thing about this place is they have a drive up which makes it convenient. If you are anywhere near the mall off Ming Ave stop by and give them a try. Won't be disappointed. read more

Pasta Bowls - Side of beans and rice - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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It's X-mas Eve and this is the 1st year that I don't have any plans to cook dinner. So Pasta Bowls it is! Reviewing the business outside of our Yelp Elite experience and my rating is the same... excellent! I ordered the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo for my daughter and I had the Southwest Chicken Salad ... again! The pasta is perfectly done and the sauce is both creamy and garlicky savory. The salad is perfectly chopped and the dressing has a nice tang and just enough spice to excite your tastebuds Thanks Pasta Bowls for the quick service and tasty food. Lots of people ordering party platters for their Christmas Eve dinner. So if you're crunched for time and need to bring a dish to your event tonight, they are open until midnight! read more

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Took my daughter out for lunch and went through the drive thru and ordered the Marinara Ravioli and Chicken Fettucine Alfredo. The chicken fettucine Alfredo was piping hot and instantly was hit with a delicious garlic smell. The alfredo was in creamy and incredibly flavorful with garlic and parsley. The chicken was very soft and easily could use my plastic fork to seperate. The bread was a nice surprise and I used to soak up all the delicious sauce. I was excited to try out the pasta as last time I was on a keto diet and ate the Southwest salad which was very delicious as well. Will return again! read more

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This is one of my favorites places and I messed my up order. Champagne was so awesome and totally took care of me! She has the best attitude and knows how to take care of her customers. Pasta is so delicious! Thank you Pasta Bowls read more

Wayyyyy Better than all the big chain restaurants I've been to, amazing quality and great food everytime. Worth every penny! The chicken fettuccine Alfredo is the best I've ever had. read more

Zero stars. Sat in the drive through for over 30 minutes while we watched the other line farthest away from the street order over and over again, 5 cars went from the other side while we were waiting and no one would even answer us though the speaker. We had to leave hungry after saying hello to the speaker and never getting anyone's attention. Horrible customer service. read more

Food was delicious as usual, but there were a couple of small issues this time. My spicy chicken pasta bowl didn't include the toast that normally comes with it, and my large Pepsi was spilled all over the cup, so I had to clean it myself before it got sticky. I waited about 20 minutes to get my order as well. Overall I still enjoy the food. just wanted to share this experience for improvement. read more

This is a great find. Delicious and super convenient. My goto for takeout from now on.new location on stockdale in sullys read more

Pasta Bowls - This place is a great find. Food is amazing and the staff is extra friendly. This is going to be my go to takeout pasta from now on. - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I always get the Cajun penne and spicy penne pasta. They are the best in town. Never had a bad experience. They have great service and make fresh food. Their food is so good that I always stop here on my way to and from Las Vegas. read more

The manager, Champagne, and the kitchen staff provided an overall excellent experience. The barilla tacos were delicious, and the service was very friendly. Will come by again if we're ever in town! read more

Honestly who's ever idea it was to do a drive thru pasta place was an absolute genius! Honestly less than $15 for a HUGE portion of delicious pasta?! I'm selling my soul! Lol I love love taco bros and I haven't had a chance to try the pasta bowls until today and man am I sold. Carbs on carbs on the go? Count this girl in! I was slightly skeptical if I'm being honest. I was like there's no way the pastas have enough sauce to make me happy but boy was I wrong. They give you this giant huge portion and it's literally sooooo saucey, fresh, and full of flavor. I also added on a side of garlic bread/sticks and omg best decision ever. It came out so quickly too like I'm just legit so impressed! Do yourself a favor and try it out you won't regret it! read more

Pasta Bowls - Creamy pesto Alfredo 10/10 - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

My first drive thru pasta experience! Was driving back to SF from LA and stopped here for a meal. It's the establishment as Taco Bros so you could also order Mexican food if you wanted. We didn't eat our food until 20 minutes after we received it and it was still warm. The smell was making our mouths water in the car! We ordered the spaghetti and meat sauce, chicken parm, and cajun penne. The best was the cajun penne which had a tiny bit of spice to it. The other two were a little too salty. The free garlic bread slice for each dish was also unfortunately burnt, but I could taste the potential lol. The 32oz tamarind agua fresca was massive! It was my first time having this flavor and it had the expected sweet AND tangy taste to the tamarind fruit. I am basing my review on the customer service and the cajun penne which was the star of the menu. Cool concept of a restaurant though. read more

On top of having great customer service (Baylee was super sweet), their food is really good! I loved their breakfast burritos/sandwiches and their Cajun pasta sauce. It was delicious!!! It's a great new addition to Bakersfield's local food spots. read more

Pasta Bowls - Breakfast Croissant Bacon Sandwich and Honeydew Agua Fresca - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

So I didn't get in on the Yelp event here at the Pasta Bowl but decided to try this place out anyway. I was pleasantly surprised how good it actually is, I ordered a chicken Fettuccine bowl that came with garlic bead. So I have to be honest they need to make a better beard maybe a Texas Toast type would be a lot better but the Pasta really good. The place is located inside the Taco Bros on Ming Ave. I would highly recommend this place if you enjoy pasta. read more

Pasta Bowls - Chicken fettuccine - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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So good so efficient so friendly. It's a must go. We had their chicken Alfredo for lunch. Neither of us could finish there was so much food. It was very good read more

Wanted to like this pasta based on other reviews, I was starving after skipping lunch, but couldn't even finish it, sadly. Ordered spaghetti with meat sauce and a side of garlic bread. The sauce was so salty, and otherwise did not have good flavor. The garlic bread was missing garlic. Disappointing. read more

I picked up the Cajun pasta bowl and a fettuccine chicken alfredo. My pasta was delicious the sauce was creamy with a good spice and noodles are al dente . My only gripe was the chicken I expected the whole blackened chicken part on top like the picture. I still loved the pasta and definitely will come back and try the others and the price isn't bad because you get a good amount of food and the quality is good. I totally would consider ordering for work lunches. I will definitely recommend to all my coworkers. read more

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Thoroughly annoyed at their drive-through situation. They have a two-lane drive-thru, however, it always seems that they struggle to prioritize who came first in the drive-thru. I came to order and was asked to wait while another person who came after me in the other lane was able to order and get in front of me. It is very frustrating when you arrive first but yet someone gets to order before you. Pasta is good but they need better management of their drive-thru or they need to have only one lane open. I hope they make some changes because this isn't the first time for me. This is a huge turn off for customers. read more

Food, customer service all an A+ This is a must try for pasta and Mexican food. The bean dip is delicious read more

Heard about this place from two different people who raved about it. I finally got to try it tonight. My partner's cajun penne pasta was delicious. I almost ordered the spicy penne but I regularly default to chicken parmigiana. I messed up because the chicken parmigiana wasn't the best. The chicken was really good but the sauce ruined it for me. It tasted really processed to me and as if it wasn't simmered for a while. The service was good and it's a chill vibe. I would try this spot again and order something else. read more

Pasta Bowls - Chicken Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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The pasta was good and they threw in a free birria taco- which was delicious! They were very friendly and it didn't take too long in the drive thru. I recommend the happy hour- 2 pastas for $20 between 2-5 or it can get pricey. read more