Cute little pastry shop next door to Planet Fitness. My daughter treated me after our workout!…read moreMaybe because it was a Sunday or the time of day it was but it was dead. It was just us and a family member of the girl who was working, they were chit chatting. The pastries looked and tasted delicious! My Jasmine got something with Horchata and I got a mocha latte.

This is my second time visiting but I brought my mom today. It's a cute little shop that sells…read morecoffee, smoothies, pastries, and cakes. It's usually just one worker, maybe two. The girl working was nice, she was patient with us. She was doing everything on her own. The pastries were bombbb. Very fresh and soft. The drinks were tasty and we also got a coffee frappe and it was pretty strong I was surprised it wasn't sugary. I think the only uncomfortable experience was her mom came and they were just talking out loud with me and my mom sitting there. I get it though since it was very dead and mom and daughter love. Overall, nice little cafe.

This is honestly probably the best breakfast/brunch spot in town for the food. They have such an…read moreextensive menu with different food options for everybody. If you love breakfast foods, you definitely can't go wrong by going here. I always struggle with what to choose because everything is so good! If you have a sweet tooth, the B-N-W waffle which has banana, Nutella, and walnuts for the toppings would be a great choice. The chilaquiles with any choice of meat is incredibly flavorful and one of my favorites on the menu. I also appreciate their extensive drinks menu as you can choose anything from a michelada to a latte. At this specific downtown location, the service is always great. The servers are friendly, attentive, and always make sure you're satisfied with your food/drinks.

It's always a struggle to find a breakfast spot that satisfies both me and my husband--he's always…read morein the mood for Mexican food, and I'm always craving a classic American breakfast. We finally decided to try Huevo House, and with a name like that I was expecting both cuisines, but I wasn't expecting the Mexican flavors to be this good! The menu was a decent size--one side for breakfast and the back for lunch. I didn't look at the lunch side, but the breakfast options were great: plenty to choose from without feeling overwhelming. They serve pozole on Fridays and Saturdays and menudo on Sundays. The pozole was full of flavor and honestly one of the highlights of our visit. Thank goodness we finally found a place that satisfies us both! I ordered the Country Benedict and he ordered the Brunchiladas--both dishes were delicious and came in generous portions. We also tried the Abuelita Latte and the Mazapán Latte. Both were very good, just on the sweeter side, so if you're not into sweet coffee definitely ask for half sweet. Our server was attentive and informative. She took great care of us and even made conversation, which added to the overall experience. Overall, such a good visit. We'll definitely be back!

If you're looking for a place that checks all the boxes. This is the place to go. The food is great…read morethe service is great and the atmosphere is nice.

Went to Smitten downtown for breakfast with some friends before a morning of shopping. We each…read moreordered a coffee and shared a toast flight, which ended up being the perfect thing to share. The first toast was peanut butter and strawberry jelly topped with coconut flakes. The second was almond butter and banana with cocoa nibs, honey, and cinnamon. The third was Nutella and hazelnuts topped with strawberries and coconut flakes. They were all delicious, but my favorite was definitely the Nutella and hazelnut toast. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and the variety made it fun to share and try different combinations. Service was quick and friendly. The ambiance is a cute cafe vibe. You place order at the counter and someone brings your order to your table. Smitten is definitely a must-visit spot when downtown for breakfast.

I love this place. Amazing food and it's a lot of good quality food especially for the price!…read more First time in a long time we didn't spend $100 for three meals and drinks. Tony is an amazing server! Personable and knowledgeable with the menu!

Loved coming here after work to get something nice to drink!…read more The John lewis was a personal fave for a person trynna hit protein goals and not feel guilty a shame that the hours are no longer the same and i won't be able to come anymore :/

The sandwiches are huge, fresh, and packed with ingredients. You can tell the bread is the star…read morehere -- perfectly toasted with that classic sourdough flavor that makes the whole sandwich better. I ordered the turkey bacon avocado and it did not disappoint. The place was clean, service was friendly, and my order came out pretty quick even during the lunch rush. Their soups and sides were good too, especially paired with the sandwich. Portions are definitely worth the price. If you're looking for a fresh sandwich that actually fills you up, this place is worth checking out.

Ordering ahead was super convenient and quick. The tomato bisque is delicious and the bread is…read morereally fresh and soft. The clam chowder was a little fishier than I typically like. Great spot for a quick lunch

What can I say? Soooo glad we stopped here at The Botanist for lunch today on our way to Paso…read moreRobles. My husband commented that it made him want to move to Bakersfield which made our server Emily laugh. Limited parking in back and some street parking. We walked in without a reservation at 11:15 on a Friday and were the first customers of the day. Great decor, dim lighting, vintage looking furniture which does not sacrifice comfort for artistry. Our cocktails and meals were spectacular: Botanist Fashioned: 5/5-the brown sugar cinnamon syrup added a spicy bite to each sip which was unexpected and fun. Watermelon Sugar High:4/5-refreshing with watermelon juice freshly made in house and an ice cube with mint frozen in it. Seared cauliflower: 4/5-great appetizer for 2. The crispy chicken sandwich and the Botanist smash burger:5/5-Both had super flavorful pickles and toasted buns which always add a lovely crunch to each bite. If you're ever in Bakersfield and are at least 21, this place is well worth it! We'll hopefully be back someday. Highly recommend!

I honestly was just looking for some take-out but I had such a good time at the botanist!…read more I love a good moody interior so I sat at the bar and the lovely bartenders were so sweet! I ended up getting a burger, fries, and a mocktail! The food was amazing but, from a student's perspective, I will say it wasn't a cheap eat. I really enjoyed the experience though so I didn't mind the little splurge! :) Would definitely come back here with friend for the apps and drinks!

I have been to their location off of Weedpatch Highway and loved them. I went to the truck that…read moremoved to Hosking and have found them to be spotty as far as what I would recommend. The first time I went I ordered a torta and a asada quesadilla. They were both very good. The second time I went I ordered a torta, asada fries, a asada burrito and three quesobirria tacos. The torta was not even close to being as good as the first time. My son said the burrito was also not as good as he remembered. The asada fries were awesome and the tacos were good. I will be going back for the fries and tacos.

Came for brunch at the birthday girl request. I'm glad she chose well. I was the first to arrive…read moreand was greeted with a smile and no wait for a table. We all had in mind to eat the brunch and it did not disappoint they have a great selection and also the margarita flight was good. The guava was surprisingly tasty. The mariachi was there and they came to the table to sing Happy Birthday and that was awesome. Are waitress was awesome and attentive. Definitely I will bring my family to this place. I shall return.

Fantastic find! Amazing authentic tasting drinks and sweets. I wish there are more places like it…read morein other cities north LA and inland empire

Been coming here for years now and the Adeni Tea is hands down my favorite drink in town. I was…read morealready a milk tea kinda girlie in the boba universe, but this was the first beverage of theirs that I tried and it scratched a certain itch I'd been unconsciously craving. Something old-world maybe? Like a flavor that's existed for centuries and been passed down through time and so so many generations... and it's now landed in our corner of the world that's just a few blocks away? Globalization and the world within, for f' sakes! This place is truly brilliant. More recently, I'm only in town a few days out of the week, but I make a point to visit this location or their other location, Mokhamena on Panama, each day I'm here to, at a minimum, pick up two for myself--the first one is to function and the second is to savor. There was a time I'd pick up the party-size for my coworkers when I liked them... but alas, times have changed so more for me. The staff there are always friendly and awesome, and on days that I'm lucky enough, I get to actually enjoy the cafe. So grateful you guys are here and sharing flavors from across the world.

My bartender was cool until I asked for my bill and he decided to entertain the ladies on the other…read moreside of the bar. I couldn't really taste the difference between the Paloma and the margarita ‍. The place is decorated really nice but what they should've focused on was making agood food. I'm so glad I only ordered appetizers because had I ordered food I would've wasted so much money. Birria tacos simply taste like red beef tacos, no real authentic flavor. Shrimp skewers I was told was okay but even that had more veggies than actual shrimps. The rice wasn't cooked all the way. The presentation on nachos was excellent but the nachos were gross. No flavor in guacamole. Beans were plain beans bland af. The chicken wasn't seasoned and had an awful charbroiled taste, just awful! The salsa weren't spicy or tasty. I can only recommend this place for a good happy hour spot because prices are outrageous for drinks. Once again they should've focused on the food than the decor.

Me and my best friend decided to meet Monday night for dinner and she choose this spot. I called to…read moresee how long the wait was and It's was recommended that I make a reservation and so I did but when we walked in the restaurant it was empty. The server was patient and we tried to decide what we walked to drink and eat. The restaurant had a quiet atmosphere even though they are located at the Valley Plaza and it was the beginning of spring break. We both ordered the same drinks and food. Both drinks and entree (it was actually a shareable plate) tasted great but the salsa that came with the chips was a bit ordinary with no spice. Another staff member brought out two more salsas and jalepenos torneados. These salsas had more bite to them.

First time eating an Centro Cali, Food was delicious, pork belly bites 8/10 cesar salad 7/10…read morePineapple pizza 100/10 the sauce in the pizza was just amazing vodka pasta 10/10 will be coming back

I always drive by this place when I'm heading downtown, but never stopped in. On the weekend, I…read morefinally got a chance to visit! When I walked in, I was immediately greeted by the hostess and seated at the table. My guest and I shared the Wood-Fired Margherita pizza and a side Caesar salad. It was plenty filling for us. The ambiance was great with the music, open seating and lighting. I felt like this was "My kind of place!" As a chef, I loved seeing the kitchen layout with the wood-fired stove setup. It was a great experience with great service provided. We even shared a slice of carrot cake.