I had no idea this locally owned coffee shop existed in Bakersfield until Yelp! There are even 3…read morelocations- one in downtown, on Panama Ln, and this one. I went twice to this location two days in a row because I enjoyed it so much. First with a friend and then I had to introduce it to my kids. The coffees and teas are delish and unique, as well as the smoothies and juices (I didn't try those but my kids loved them). We tried a variety of baked goods, the honeycomb bread is sooooo dang good! Filled with little pockets of cream cheese, drizzled with honey, and topped with toasted regular and black sesame seeds (I forgot to take a pic of this one, but I'll add it next time I go). We enjoyed all of the pastries we tried- not a crumb on our plates by the time we were finished! The decor is beautiful and unique. All of the employees super nice and helpful. You can ask them for descriptions or ask for a menu to see details and ingredients. They're open late too, so I think my next visit will be a GNO or a date with my hubby.

The coffee was good, although it definitely leans on the sweeter side, so keep that in mind if you…read moreprefer less sweetness. I visited on a busy Saturday morning, and seating was very limited, which made it a bit difficult to find a place to sit and enjoy my drink. The staff was efficient and got orders out in a timely manner, but the customer service felt a little less warm and welcoming than I had hoped. A friendlier and more inviting atmosphere would really elevate the overall experience. That said, the quality of the coffee makes it worth a visit, especially if you're looking for a sweet treat to start your day.

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.

SMITTENS STAPLE IS THEIR ABILITY TO MISS THE FLAVOR IN EVER SINGLE DISH…read more Update: coming back after some palate development... smitten is one of the most tasteless restaurants in town. Their hype was definitely due to the 'aesthetic'. Nothing is really outstanding to me. The drinks are such a let down, the coffee is borderline yuck.. do not recommend. Everything is quite unmemorable. Service is whatever, sometimes mid, sometimes bad. Nothing outstanding. Ambiance.... well... this one has been replicated one too many times. The food is heavily missing flavor,the hummus is disgusting. I can't believe they call that thing hummus, it's an insult to actual dish.. it's almost like it was trying to imitate the real dish, but failed terribly in even attempting to. Their pizza tasted like play-doh and looked very pale. Smitten is at least consistent with one thing, which is their staple: no flavor. One of the breaking points for me was being served food that had someone's HAIR. The restaurant is very expensive for the poor experience they have to offer. I stopped recommending them a long time ago.

Love everything about this place, the people the atmosphere the drinks definitely one of my…read morefavorite coffee shops in town

Wonderful atmosphere and great coffee selection. The owner has a heart of gold and always goes out…read moreof his way to engage with customers.

I absolutely love this place. The cookie butter late is so good. You have to try it!…read more I love that they incorporated healthy and nutritious drinks, coffee and food with proteins needs for your pre or after gym workouts. And your ability to purchase both in the same location. Please open up a location in the Bay Area.

Everyone is always so nice & the coffee is always perfect. Their banana cream latte with oat milk…read moreis my go to as well as the strawberry bliss smoothie and they're always perfect

Been meaning to go to this for a while now. Keep driving by when it's already closed…read more Came in and immediately love the space and decor. It's pretty big overall and I just love that for the area. Got a cold brew, a short bread cookie matcha latte and a brown butter chocolate chip cookie. All were pretty great. The cookie was the best. I haven't had such a soft cookie given to me at an establishment in a long while. It was a great surprise. The latte was well balanced. Wasn't too sweet and I could taste everything they said was in it. Liked it quite a bit. Fiancé liked his cold brew as well, he was glad he got a large. Service was great! Everyone was nice and answered all our questions. Will try and come here more often!

I really wanted to like Bakersfield Coffee Roasters. I'm new to town and first visited back in…read moreOctober, excited to find a local coffee spot with a strong community feel. The space is actually one of their biggest strengths there's a lot of seating, plenty of room to bring your laptop and work remotely, and areas where people can gather. It's also connected to a church, so it definitely leans into that community-centered atmosphere. Unfortunately, after going back 3-4 times hoping my experience would improve, the coffee has been consistently disappointing. It tastes burnt and weak at the same time like warm water with sugar. There barely seems to be any real espresso in the drinks. On more than one occasion, I've taken several sips hoping it would get better... and ended up throwing the whole drink away because it was just that bad. That's honestly frustrating, especially when you're paying for specialty coffee. The only drink I've actually enjoyed there is the pumpkin spice latte, that one was solid.

Been here a couple of times & this is the best Vietnamese coffee spot in Bakersfield for sure! Not…read moreonly is the coffee super strong, the foam is sooo good (cream cheesy, salty and sweet) & it's really affordable too. The drinks usually come out pretty quick & are consistent every time :). The only thing that's kinda weird is how warm it is inside! I also don't think you can study here bc there's no WiFi -- but it would be a nice place to come and catch up w friends! Also, they're currently doing a 2 for 1 sale! (4/26/26). I took a short hiatus for a bit because I had a bad experience with one of the baristas being a bit short / rude lol, but thank you to Brandon for being so bright / helpful after I asked so many questions! I was able to make a decision pretty quickly after he allowed me to try a small sample of the tiramisu foam top. If you're somebody who likes the drinks pretty sweet, I would recommend getting a higher level of sweetness bc again, the coffee is pretty strong / bitter (just how I like it, personally). I really love the banana Vietnamese coffee (wish it was a banana top; but the bananas are blended in and you can def taste the chunks -- which I like bc I hate artificial banana taste) & the tiramisu Vietnamese coffee is super good as well. I have yet to try any other drinks yet bc the coffee is just so good :)

Upon walking in, this place smelled like bathroom deodorizer, which was odd for a boba place. The…read moreinterior was beautiful and cozy with a generous amount of tables for customers to lounge and enjoy. The worker (or probably the owner?), who took and made our order, was very friendly and welcoming. We ordered their cookies & cream boba drink and mango snowy drink. The cookies & cream was mediocre at best and boba was a little too hard. The Mango Snowy was HORRIBLE! First sip hit me with a medicine-like taste. An absolute NO for me. They have a variety of options to choose from but the ones we've tried were definitely not it. Try this place at your own risk.

Smitten is my go-to spot for a quick bite or a delicious cocktail! My top favorites are the Sweet…read moreWaffles (they come with matcha whipped cream--definitely ask for extra!), the Mushroom Fettuccine Pasta, and the Smitten Burger. While Smitten is technically known as a coffee shop, I personally think their cocktails steal the show. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a casual date. Staff is friendly and attentive. As a bonus, they even have live music on select nights, which makes the experience even more enjoyable!

One our favorite spots in Bakersfield to grab a quick lunch or even just a snack and a beverage…read more The ambiance is nice and relaxing. It's the perfect place to meet up with friends, have a business lunch, or grab a table and study or get work done. Staff are friendly and the food is pretty good. It's already become one of our regular spots! Atmosphere: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Food: 4/5 Value: 4/5 Total: 3.75/5 Price: $ Rating Criteria: Based on comparisons to other establishments in the area 1/5: Terrible, would not recommend 2/5: Might be worth it depending on price and other factors. 3/5: Solid option. Average in this category for the area. 4/5: Above average and excels in this area. 5/5: Excellent, needs no improvement Pricing Criteria: Based on what we spent $: $0 - $50 per person $$: $50 - $100 per person $$$: $100 - $200 per person $$$$: $200 - $500 per person $$$$$: $500+ per person Please be mindful that reviews are based on personal experience which may differ from person to person based upon a multitude of factors (individual/specific workers, time of day, personal preferences, etc). Pricing may also differ and is reflected here based on what we paid for our meal. We typically enjoy multiple courses with our meals including appetizers, salads, entrees, desserts, and sometimes drinks or tasting menus when available. Please do your own research if concerned about potential pricing.

Always searching for the best espresso when I travel, Covenant Coffee landed on my list…read more I love that Covenant Coffee is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating and employing current and former foster youth. With every purchase you are giving a youth a chance at a new future. How cool is that! Coffee for a good cause. I loved the space and the coffee and took home a bag of beans from Brazil. The Americano was hot and delicious, and the service was amazing. I loved they have foster youth working in the store. Go, and tip heavily. It's a great coffee spot.

Covenant Coffee has a cool vibe and atmosphere inside the shop, despite being located within a…read morelarge commercial office building. Coffee was good and service was extremely friendly. I only drink black coffee, but they offered many flavored/sweet drinks as well. They have a small menu of savory breakfast items which I really appreciate. I had a chorizo & egg burrito which was filling and pretty tasty. As I left I picked up a raspberry, pop-tart-like, pastry for my wife, and she said it was very good.

If you have a deep love for Coffee and LOVE VINTAGE ! This my dear friends is the biggest gem in…read moreBakersfield. A true hidden treasure to say the least . I fall in love every time I walk in this place, but most importantly " COFFEE FIRST " . This amazing independent business stands out as soon as you walk in. This is the coolest coffee stop in my own opinion, truly a hipster experience over all for me. - Try the spring menu ! These fun flavors have me hooked . I tried the Mango Sticky Rice and an Iced Cafe De Olla . *** STUDENT DISCOUNTS ***

My three favorite things combined: Coffee, books and shopping!…read more We come here often, mainly on Saturday mornings when my friends and I want to gab and chat, sip and sift thru each booth, or if I'm in the mood, I'll come and read while I drink a "so fetch" latte. Coffee is made with care. You can taste the skill these barista put into their craft. Location is bomb, coffee is bomb, baristas are bomb. Give them a try!

This coffee shop is inside other small business shops such fun vibe. Staff super friendly. The…read morecoffee not bad at all, yet the banana walnut muffin sadly to say was dry and it had no flavor at all.

This coffee is one for the books! The people there are fast!…read moreYou will have a freshly brewed coffee or iced drink in what feels like seconds (okay, maybe a few minutes). They use beans from Guatemala, and the flavor is such a rich, vibrant burst that it instantly wakes up your senses. The location itself is adorable. They share their story of how it all began, have tables with games, and sell fun pieces from local artists. It's got personality and charm for sure! However, it does get a bit too loud for me to really settle in and enjoy my coffee. So, I usually grab my cafecito to go and sip it somewhere a little quieter.