I've been making it a point to explore more local restaurants around Bakersfield in search of my new go-to spot, and that's what brought me to Sonder on Brimhall. I stopped in before the lunch rush, so it was surprisingly quiet when I arrived. The manager greeted me right away, which made for a welcoming first impression, and there was plenty of parking. The restaurant offers a lot of seating both indoors and on the patio, giving it a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. My server was knowledgeable about the menu and recommended the pastrami sandwich with pickles and yellow peppers. It was a great recommendation. My favorite item, though, was the bruschetta appetizer. The only downside was the pace of service. Even though there were very few customers at the time, it took longer than expected to receive attention throughout my meal. The staff was friendly, but the service could have been a bit more attentive. read more

Sonder - Pastrami Sandwich - American Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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The food was delicious we sat outside and enjoyed the really nice weather. The poutine was absolutely delicious and everything was really flavorful. The service was speedy we got seated right after we walked in and the waiter was attentive to all of our food asks. read more

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Visited Sonder for brunch & it was an interesting experience. I ordered cranberry juice for bottomless mimosas & it tasted like WATER. Not a hint of cranberry in the juice. Asked for pineapple juice instead & it was much better, more concentrated. Then we received a cup of water with a CRACK, thankfully we caught it before something bad happened . . . On the bright side, our server was kind & resolved both issues without a problem. I noticed that the place just opened up not too long ago & the menus are already falling apart. Laminated menus would be nice, probably easier to keep clean too. The food was delicious which makes up for those problems but I think they could've been avoided. I enjoyed an avocado toast salmon lox & prosciutto toast. My favorite was the prosciutto! I loved the amount of avocado on it, the prosciutto was flavorful & the egg was an excellent touch on top. The pizza dip appetizer was also delicious. Extremely cheesy, tasty pepperoni & tomato sauce. Sat outside because the weather was nice & their patio is cute. They had a DJ inside. I would like to return to try some other menu items. Food: 9/10 Service: 8/10 Ambiance: 8/10 Overall: 7.5/10 read more

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I came with my partner on a weekend morning for brunch. We were quickly seated and our order was taken. The interior was very clean, chic, and welcoming. I got the bruschetta flight - the one with the mushrooms on top was my favorite. We also shared the monkey bread which was delicious. Overall, we had a great experience and will be back! read more

Sonder - Bruschetta flight - American Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Opens at 9am for breakfast! Had wonderful food in a beautiful restaurant. Service was prompt but there weren't many people there. I'm shocked the place isn't busy! I'll be back so soon! read more

Sonder - Croissant breakfast sandwich - American Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I really wanted to like Sonder's new location because their other spot has such a cool vibe. Walking in, the space looks great--modern and stylish--but the food was a major letdown. The buffalo cauliflower seemed like raw cauliflower with lukewarm buffalo sauce poured over it. No crisp, no flavor--just sad. My steak salad wasn't much better. The meat was stringy and greasy, and the oil completely wilted the lettuce. The one saving grace was the cocktail, the Handshake. I wouldn't call it mezcal-forward--it was more like a smoky chocolate espresso cocktail, almost like it had a touch of wood-smoked essence. Absolutely delicious. It's honestly baffling how the drinks could be so good while the food was the total opposite. Come for the cocktails... definitely not the kitchen. read more

Sonder - Lavender Lemon drop & the Handshake - American Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Got the poke salad, presentation was beautiful, food was beautiful. The atmosphere and vibe was so nice. Service was top notch especially my wonderful waitress Amanda, she had a bright personality that made my experience so much better! This place is a MUST TRY!!! read more

Sonder - Pokey salad - American Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Came in for a late lunch with a small appetite. We were warmly greeted and seated immediately. Vibes are nice, everything looks clean but the food was not so good. I ordered the Sonder Cobb with chicken and my partner had the Nachos with steak for an additional cost. Food arrived in a timely manner. Chicken on salad was dry and very salty. Nachos arrived with hardly any cheese and a whole lot of refried beans. Honestly felt that the whole nacho dish came from cans, especially the beans. On top of that there was maybe like a total of 7 small (smaller than dime size) pieces of meat on the nachos. It was quite embarrassing to even charge extra for meat if they will hardly give you any. This place is nice but they do not prioritize the quality of food they serve. read more

Sonder - American Near Me - Bakersfield, California

So cool to be here for their soft opening! 5 Star Service, fantastic work from the kitchen and bar, in the coolest new restaurant in West Bakersfield. read more

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We came here as a party of 4 for brunch and the vibes and food were fantastic. We really wanted to check out Sonder's newer location and I'm so glad we did. I believe our server's name was Opie and he did a great job of making sure we were taken care of and was very attentive to our table. The monkey bread was a great appetizer for our table to start. I got the Rise n Shine and nothing beats this classic breakfast option. Our party did come in the night before for some cocktails and our espresso martinis and lemon drop were spot on! What a splendid experience read more

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The music is always popping, the lavender lemon drop is amazing every time! the food overall is kinda lacking in seasoning but it does have a lot to offer in the menu. the service is always great! read more

Sonder - remnants of sonder street tacos - American Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Met up with some friends for brunch and had a very enjoyable experience. So many good choices on the breakfast menu (offered until 2pm) and the lunch menu. We each tried a different entree, and all 5 were big hits. Monte Christo with tater tots, Girlfriend Burger with side salad, French Dip with fries, Sonder Club with sweet potato fries, and Mussels and Clams served with toasty bread. All good enough to recommend. Add a Bourbon and Berries and I was a very happy diner. read more

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Tried the new Sonder this evening and was lucky enough to visit with the full menu available. We ordered the Brussels sprouts (a usual favorite), the pastrami sandwich--which was delicious--along with onion rings, and the chicken piccata served with a baked potato and vegetables. Everything was very good and the service was great. The chicken piccata was a little different from the traditional preparation; it was enjoyable. The restaurant is smaller than the other location, but even with all the tables filled, it didn't feel overcrowded. read more

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If you want store bought air fried sweet potato fries, store bought manicotti not even warmed up properly, bland Walmart Mac and cheese, this is the place. I was so excited that an additional restaurant opened up near my house. I go to Chef Lino's all the time and I was expecting some high-quality food for the price that they're charging. Unfortunately, I came in and it is literally all store-bought. Nothing in here is made. It is all warmed up and bland and they're using the location to try to get a clientele to come in and overpay for food that they purchased at Walmart. And they can't even warm it up correctly I would not recommend this to anybody in our area Horrible And then they try to make us double pay for our dinner If you want a good dinner in our area, please go to Chef Lino's This place is horrible and horrible service If you're in the area, I want great food Go to Jack in the Box because it's better than this See the photos of the Smart and final sweet potato fries and The warmed up cheese on the manicotti Nothing here is fresh Thick disgusting bread on their "charcuterie" read more

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We finally tried Sonder, and we are so happy we did!! Everything was seriously amazing--I'm honestly overly impressed. We tried the lemon pepper wings, the wedge salad, and the girlfriend burger, and every single dish was equally delicious. Zero complaints across the board. I also loved how extensive their lunch menu is--I'm already excited to go back and try more. Beyond the food being great, I absolutely loved the location and the ambience. It's super cute inside and feels fresh and different. The service was top-tier as well--Sara was our server and she was an absolute delight. We will definitely be returning!! read more

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We've been to Sonder twice now, and both visits have been very good. The food has been consistently great, and we'll definitely be back. On our latest visit, I had the pork belly tacos, which were excellent. The homemade chips were fresh and flavorful, and my wife enjoyed her hamburger and fries as well. Everything came out hot and tasted great. The service was a little slow, but it's a new restaurant, and you can tell the staff is working hard to get everything dialed in. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and eager to help. One thing we like is the outdoor seating area. Depending on when you go, the atmosphere can be lively and energetic or more relaxed and quiet. We've never had to wait for a table, which is a nice bonus. Being located in the Bel Court Center makes it especially convenient for us, and it's quickly becoming one of our regular spots. Good food, friendly people, and a comfortable atmosphere. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

Today's visit was disappointing. I've been to this restaurant three times in the past month and have ordered the same item each time, yet it's been slightly different on every visit. Consistency and presentation really matter, especially when you return expecting the same quality. I ordered the chicken and waffles again, but this time it fell short. The chicken didn't taste fresh and appeared to be pre-made chicken strips rather than properly prepared pieces. The gravy also lacked a fresh, homemade taste. My eggs were slightly undercooked, and I wasn't given any utensils with my meal. Positive note: The Waffle was good and it was topped with fresh berries. I'm not sure what changed, but serving what seems like reheated chicken strips--possibly microwaved--is not acceptable. I hope the restaurant can address these issues. read more

We went for a soft opening for breakfast, but lunch was also offered. We were the only ones in the restaurant because of the soft opening it was pleasant. We had great service lots of menu options for breakfast and for lunch... They offer a large range from biscuits and gravy, a burrito with french fries inside, flights of breakfast toast. read more

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The service was non existent. My order was wrong, which wasn't surprising because she had to keep asking me to repeat it. No one ever checked on us, ever after the food was dropped off, I finally just ate part of my food, which wasn't to my liking. Our water glasses were not refilled. I watched her chatting with people across the restaurant. read more

I've always enjoyed the food at the Brimhall location, which is why this experience was disappointing. My wife and I arrived at 8:00 a.m. for breakfast, expecting the restaurant to be open, as both your posted hours online and the signage on the window indicate an 8:00 a.m. opening time. However, the location was not open, and no one arrived during the 15 minutes we waited. If the restaurant does not reliably open at the listed time, I would strongly encourage updating the posted hours--both online and on-site--to reflect accurate operating times. Clear and accurate hours help customers plan their visits and avoid unnecessary inconvenience. Unfortunately, after waiting, we had to leave and go elsewhere for breakfast. I hope this feedback is helpful, as we do enjoy your food and would like to continue visiting in the future. read more

Sonder is like going to the Ritz Carlton without having to drive! Great food with stunning ambience! Austynn was an excellent server, and her brunch recommendations were absolutely delicious! read more

I've been a few times and have enjoyed it. Burgers and sandwiches have been great! Customer service is just outstanding and the look inside is really beautiful. read more

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I got the chilaquiles and was hugely disappointed when this came out. Do better. Giving it a two because flavor was there, execution was not. read more

Sonder - This isn't chilaquiles. At best, it's nachos with three ingredients. - American Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Love the vibe of the new place, great location and would give a 5 star to the aesthetic. The drink and food experience was far below that. 4 pm and no other customers, service was quick and friendly but it was surprising the lack of knowledge that our server had regarding the menu (simple things) and the number of selections on the menu that were unavailable (several wines). The biggest disappointment was the charcuterie. I love a good charcuterie and this was a major fail. LARGE charcuterie board had 6 teeny slices of bread and 6 small pieces of meat. The cheese was cubed cheddar and white cheese (think grocery store deli, not gourmet cheeses) and the rest of it...well, here ya go: sliced hamburger pickles, whole tomatoes, a pile of golden raisins, a pile of peanuts (really?), red onions, dried apricots, walnuts, grapes, a pile of hard figs and some jam. Definitely not a coordinated charcuterie experience. It needs a serious overhaul. I recommend looking at some of the charcuterie business sites and seeing how they assemble and what they include. Most of this was untouched. read more

Came in the afternoon one day. Sat outside as the inside felt stuffy. We were one of two tables at the place, and they still got our order wrong (despite repeating what we wanted). The Cobb salad was bland (Chicken was dry and the bacon was cold, not crispy. The lettuce not too fresh). Service was average at best. Not a repeatable experience. The quality of food and service at the Brimhall location has been disappointing and we were hoping this new location is better. Not so. read more

Last Night 2/19/26 4 of us ladies had a wonderful evening together at Sonder. We were met by Kylie (hostess) and seated in a beautiful and comfortable booth. Our waitress Amanda served us and was excellent in every aspect! Thank you for the great time of good friends, spirits and fantastic food and service read more

Absolutely perfect! First time at the new location was a great experience. As always, the food was amazing and we were surprised at the excellent service.. being a new location that's always tough. Very happy customer! We'll be back soon! read more

Great service by McKenna and food is very good. Have gone a few times and will continue to go

Stopped to try the breakfast, sat in the patio waited 25 minutes and were completely ignored by 3 snobbish servers . Walked complained to the hostess , her response was okay. Won't be going back! read more

Twice now I visit the bar and beers were flat. Fix your beer lines once in a while would be nice.

Had a really great experience at Sonder. The food was delicious and came out quickly, and the overall vibe of the restaurant was really nice and relaxed. Our server, Makenna, was awesome--super friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed the whole time. She checked in on us without being overbearing and had great recommendations. Definitely one of the better service experiences we've had in a while. Would absolutely come back! read more

We had such a good time at Sonder. The food was really good and everything came out hot and fresh. The atmosphere was great too--nice but still comfortable and relaxed. Our server, Makenna, was amazing. She was super kind, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of the whole time. She checked on us often and was really helpful with the menu. Service like that definitely makes a difference. We'll definitely be coming back! read more

Had poke salad. Terrible in every aspect. Not the guy who sends it back, so I didn't. Hopefully a one off. Great place but fix that awful salad. Matt read more

Absolutely love it here. Amanda and Grant took care of us the whole time and made brunch the funnest time. Very charismatic and attentive, would definitely get drunk here before noon again ! read more

Danae made our experience so great! Very friendly, attentive, and kind. Great atmosphere and a perfect place to have lunch with friends and family. read more

it's a great ambiance but the food isn't all there there burger is great just there chicken isn't