Top quality customer service everyone is super welcoming!…read more Food is amazing can't compare or compete with other food locations They have different selections, tacos, wings, tortas, etc

I stumbled onto Hot Tender Wings the way most hidden gems get discovered these days -- through an…read moreInstagram page dedicated to spotting local Bakersfield spots. Honestly, if it wasn't for them, I probably never would've known this place existed. Hot Tender Wings doesn't seem to do much marketing, and it's tucked away on Union Avenue near Superior Grocery, so it's easy to drive right past it. But I'm glad I didn't. I went with the 8 Piece Tender/Wing Combo -- 4 Garlic Parmesan wings and 4 Lemon Pepper tenders -- which came with a can of soda, fries, and a dip. The menu also lists coleslaw and garlic toast, but those didn't make it into my bag, made me a little sad. I also grabbed the Mexican Burger, which caught my eye because there's a spot in LA that does a legit al pastor burger patty, and I thought this was the same concept. Took everything back to the office for lunch, and my wife and I went in. The Garlic Parmesan wings were seriously good -- well-seasoned, cooked through, and still crispy. The Lemon Pepper tenders were juicy with great seasoning, not dry like so many places serve them. That's honestly the bar most spots fail to clear -- wings and tenders are either fire or garbage, rarely in between -- and Hot Tender Wings cleared it with room to spare. The fries were standard but fresh and seasoned well, no complaints there. Now, about that Mexican Burger. When I unwrapped it, I realized it was built like a torta -- al pastor meat, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, the whole thing on a hamburger-style bun. Was I a little let down? Yeah, slightly. But was it good? Absolutely. It just wasn't what I pictured. If you're going there for wings, stay in your lane and get the wings -- they outshine the Mexican Burger by miles. I probably won't reorder it, but only because I'm at a wing spot next time, not because it was bad. Speaking of wings, their current flavor lineup is Original, BBQ, Garlic Parmesan, Lemon Pepper, Mango Habanero, Sweet Chili, Buffalo, and Nashville Hot -- solid, but pretty standard. What separates the good spots from the great ones is when they go beyond the basics and make it their own. Bakersfield Pizza Company does Taco wings and Strawberry Chili wings. Fire Wings leans into Asian-inspired flavors. Hot Tender Wings is already solid -- now imagine if they leaned into their surroundings and added Mexican/Hispanic-inspired flavors. Birria wings where they thicken the consomé into a toss sauce? An Elote-style wing dusted with cotija and chili lime? Yes, I'm putting this in writing. Yes, I'm a little obsessed. But that kind of creativity would make them standout in this city. Go check them out. The food is good, the price is right, and they're easy to get to. Just make sure you get the wings and tenders, straight GAS!!

One of the few places left that serves this level of quality meat. You can taste the difference…read morefrom the first bite. The tacos were loaded with tender, flavorful beef, topped with fresh cilantro and onions, and served with a salsa that brought everything together perfectly. I paired it with an ice-cold Mexican Coke, and it made for an outstanding lunch. The portions were generous, the ingredients were fresh, and everything tasted authentic and made with pride. The staff was friendly, service was fast, and the food truck was clean and welcoming. In a world where many places cut corners, Los Taqueiros is still serving high-quality meat and authentic flavors that keep people coming back. If you're a taco lover, this spot is a must-try. I'll definitely be back. "Quality meat, authentic flavor, and an ice-cold Coke--sometimes that's all you need."

Without a doubt, the best in town. They are making their own tortillas too! Asada is great. The…read moreflautas rock, best quesabirria tacos I've had. The kekas are amazing. Very clean and really nice people.

I've been hearing about this spot for a few weeks and I had to come try. Definitely my new go to…read morespot. The best surf and turf I've ever had. The amount of meat and shrimp per taco was perfect, and that surf and turf sauce was fire. My boyfriend got the cali burrito and it was huge and so good. So much flavor in everything and got the mango passion fruit agua fresca and horchata. Sooo bomb. We will be back.

The flavors of the food was amazing. Everything blended together becoming one dish. I ordered my…read moreone dish and was cook with a quickness. And the cashier greets you professionally , so that makes you feel welcomed and want to come back again. Drove from there to the East side and food was still fresh and crispy.

Authentic birria, just like in Jalisco. The service was great the husband and wife team are very…read morefriendly and hospitable. The restaurant is recently remodeled and a very quaint spot. They have homemade tortillas and various options, menudo, birria, chilaquiles and tortas. I'm from Jalisco and can say the birria is pretty close to back home.

If you are looking for authentic Jalisco menudo and Birria, this is by far the place. Homemade…read moretortillas! Service was great and the location was super clean. Definitely recommend.

I met the owner not that long ago and I told him that I'm a vegetarian, and that I was craving the…read moreflautas on his menu ... they are normally made with chicken . He said that he will have some next week when I swing by again , and he didn't fail me !!! HE DID EXTRA WORK JUST TO HAVE MY CRAVINGS SATISFIED WITH HIS FLAVORFUL POTATO FLAUTAS ! I ate 5 of them ! They are sooooooo crunchy and they are always freshly made ! The green sauce ,cheese , sour cream and pickled red onions were the perfect topping on top. 10/10 ! That item on the Menu is a MUST HAVE

The food was super yummy and I love the friendliness and their customer service ....Best Sushi and…read moreFlautas and for my first time trying it I definitely recommended.

Can I start off by saying OH MY GOD! I ordered the Birria…read moretacos from DoorDash. My dasher was amazing btw. But when I bit into that first taco, MY GOD. It was amazing. I don't live in the area. I live 3 hours away and I need to go and buy tacos to take home. I have not had any tacos at this price at this flavor in so long, the price, the flavor, no way any place can beat it. I hope Birria Bros is making so much money. I will be hitting their spot before I leave town, where I live, there is NOTHING that beats their flavor, thank you for a great dinner in a strange town. An edit: I actually went to the location the next day., I ate the most tasty quesatacos ever. Inhad a Mexican Coke that only cost $3.. the best hot salsa. The young man taking the orders was super friendly. I also went back AGAIN to order food to take home,. I live 3 hours away and I was not about to leave empty handed, the same young man helped me with my to go order and was so nice and helpful. I wish they were local to me, if your ever in the area PLEASE take this review as your sign to TRY them! Not ONCE, not TWICE, THREE TIMES!!

Wow what an upgrade from several years ago. Yes, the food is still made out of a truck BUT they…read morehave a covered, sit-down patio with about 8 tables too! No more eating out of the trunk lol. Maybe soon they will have a bathroom too **wishful thinking** The menu is also rejuvenated where they added birria ramen and bombs. There's also a delicious beverage menu with various lemonades too. Highly recommend if you're passing through. All of the food was delicious

I had never been to Jake's until today. I've always heard about them and their sheet cake, which…read moreI've tried before (and honestly wasn't so impressed by). I've passed by it plenty of times, but have never thought to drop in during lunch. Finally came here to celebrate my boss's birthday. The parking lot was packed & very limited considering the lunch rush, but after waiting around a bit, a space freed up. The line was out the door! It felt like a bit of a wait to get through it, but they were doing their best. Once we finally made it inside, I loved the whole vibe. They had license plates on the ceiling, framed photos on the walls, and signs/paintings with little nods to Bakersfield. When it came to their food, I had no idea what I was in for, but was told by a friend that their salad lites were pretty good. And wow--there was nothing "lite" about this salad. They gave you a huge portion size. I could only eat half of what I was served. Granted the price reflects coming in at a little over $20. But it was still a solid meal. Didn't get the chance to take a photo of it, because I was so hungry after waiting that I stuffed my face. But I think I will return!

I remember this spot from when I was a kid so I know it's been around for years, I just don't know…read morewhy I waited so long to try it. I also know through friends and acquaintances that this is a favorite local spot for many people, so I may catch some flack for this, but here goes...First time here. I had an appointment nearby so when my wife suggested a lunch date, I couldn't think of a better opportunity to try them out. As soon as we entered I was immediately put off by this "cafeteria" style ordering. For one, I tend to always feel rushed in these types of settings and I would prefer to take my time to look over the menu. Secondly I can't stand that restaurants (or any business for that matter) have the nerve to inquire about a tip before I've even eaten and less than 5 minutes after I walked in the door. Nevertheless I played it safe and settled on an original shredded beef sandwich, add mayonnaise, no cheese with BBQ sauce. Briefly admired the side orders before feeling rushed by the growing crowd behind us, added a slice of lemon vanilla cake, and ordered a drink. The shredded beef on this sandwich was near perfect. Tender, flavorful and juicy, no problem there. The problem is I can't understand with all that goes into the care and quality of producing such a good product as the shredded beef, you're telling me that the bread and/or bun it's served on has absolutely no relevance? Disgraceful. This is a restaurant, not a backyard BBQ. Is it asking too much to show a little care and consideration for the bun? How in the world can you serve a sandwich on a plain, cold, un toasted, un grilled, raw bun?? Charging 14$ for a plain sandwich with mayonnaise on a raw bun is wild. I did enjoy the shredded beef but just as I expected the majority of the bun was a soggy mess (which is why you don't serve on a raw bun) I tried both the chocolate and the lemon vanilla cakes and they were about the same in terms of being a moist cake that is completely slathered in a thick frosting that is far too sweet. I don't know what it is about this place but It's definitely not the shredded beef sandwich, or the chocolate or lemon vanilla cake...

Tuca-Tacos is THE spot for some amazing authentic Mexican cuisine. My wife and I kept it pretty…read moresimple, We ordered the Quesadillas Fritas in different styles and absolutely loved it. If you are not a Spanish speaker, have no fear! There is a lovely young man there that is very helpful and happy to translate. The kitchen magicians making the magic happen were incredibly kind as well. The overall experience as far as service and food presentation and flavor were outstanding, highly recommend! We need more locations in Bakersfield ca

I've been to this place a few times, little tent with food. It's not my favorite place but the…read morepeople I go with really like it. The food is fried to order, service is friendly, outside seating, chill spot.