Girlfriend Saturday brunch at the Botanist. Emily our…read moreserver was so friendly & accommodating. She helped make this a brilliant lunch for us. If you go for brunch on Saturday definitely get there early as they fill up fast and don't take reservations. As the place fills up the noise does escalate. But it's a happy fun atmosphere. We all had the breakfast smash burgers which were juicy and delicious! We ordered a side of the Green Dukkah Fries, Yum Yum! I had the Lime & Lechee cocktail, my friends had sparkling wine & red wine. Everything was scrumptious! As always a fun place to go for fine cocktails & good grub!

Speakeasy vibe. An absolute must check out when spending time in Bako. Food is excellent,…read moreconsistent and reasonable pricing. Service attentive and waiters/waitresses pleasant and happy to serve. This is a go to spot for anyone traveling through Kern County.

Everything tasted super fresh, especially the mango dishes and drinks. The flavors were sweet,…read morerefreshing, and perfectly balanced -- you can tell they use quality ingredients. I tried one of their specialty desserts along with a mango smoothie, and both were honestly addictive. The atmosphere was clean, cute, and relaxing, making it a great spot to hang out with friends or grab a quick treat. Staff was friendly and patient while explaining the menu too, which I appreciated. If you love mango anything, this place is definitely worth checking out. I'll definitely be coming back to try more off the menu.

Cute atmosphere hostesses took a while to come to the front…read moreto seat us. Ordered the Chilaquiles, came out cold somehow & the flavor was okay. Pancakes were mid. Small water cups & had to flag down waitress to get more water multiple times . Honestly wont be coming back.

24th Street Cafe is a classic go to. We ordered the 16 oz NY steak and the Chicken Fried Steak and…read moreeggs,biscuits and gravy, a side of cottage cheese, coffee and a Iced tea. The 16 oz. NY steak was amazingly tender and cooked perfectly, the kind of steak that really does not need much done to it because the flavor already speaks for itself. They served it with chimichurri sauce, which just was not exactly my cup of tea, but once I added Worcestershire sauce, it really brought out the flavor of an already all-star steak. The Chicken Fried Steak 'n' Eggs with hash browns was also very tasty Steak even the batter had flavor and definitely worth it. The chicken fried steak had that good comfort food quality to it, with a crispy outside, tender bite, and a savory flavor that worked really well with the eggs. The hash browns helped round everything out nicely and even the biscuits and gravy which im generally not a fan of was very good. Service from Holly, and I hope I got that right, was amazing from start to finish. She was friendly, attentive, and made the visit feel easy and comfortable. Even the iced tea stood out to me because it tasted like the homemade sun tea I make every year by the pool, and that gave the whole meal an extra familiar touch. Overall, this was a very strong visit with a standout steak, a satisfying breakfast plate, and excellent service.

If it wasn't for the old stool decor, this place would not survive. Food was terrible. Ordered ny…read moresteak medium rare and country fried steak. NY steak came medium/well done. The steak was thin so it pretty much was all well done apart from the center being slightly pink. Such a disappointment. Country fried steak was one of the worst I've ever had, super dry, could have done with more gravy. Ordered drinks with less ice, glass came full of ice like an ordinary amount but went the wrong table at first. The restaurant was dirty. Needs sweeping as there was dirty tissue under our table before we entered but instead staff are cleaning the glass panels between the tables that aren't as dirty as the obvious tissues on the floor. Are they hoping the decor draws eyes up away from the dirty floor? 2 stars for the retro decor.

We were starving after a long day of running errands and decided a late lunch/early dinner would…read morefoot the ticket. Since I can no longer consume gluten or casein, it's difficult eating out. But the server was so nice, she even went to ask what items she could offer me. I can't even begin to convey how appreciative I was and how I really felt that they cared! I decided on the house salad with balsamic and a cup of chili. The chili is so so delicious! Of course, mine was without cheese, but I bet with cheese is even better! I always love the vibe in this place, great music, cool decor and a proper diner feel. They always treat me like they know me, and that's a great feeling.

For the longest time I thought this place was strictly diner food. I'd heard a lot of good things…read morebut never had the chance to stop by. Recently I came for lunch with a group and was genuinely surprised by how many delicious options they have. I ordered a pizza and it ended up being the perfect size to share--even though I'd ordered it just for myself. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. From what I understand, there are two locations, and this one off Truxtun Ave is super spacious and very clean. It definitely didn't give me traditional "diner" vibes at all. I can't wait to come back and try more items, especially breakfast!

I've been here twice now. Here's things we love about it:…read morethey greet you right away when you walk in, it's clean, aesthetically pleasing, and close to the Fox Theater and The Well Comedy Club. The first time we came here, my husband and I came for dinner and drinks, both were amazing and the service was perfect. The server checked on us enough but not too much to make us feel rushed. Tonight we just went for drinks as we were in the area before the event we were going to started. My husband had an old fashioned and I had a lemon drop martini, we sat at the bar. The bar tender was friendly and her drinks satisfied the thirst.

Had higher expectations, but it was a solid 3/5. I ordered…read morethe spicy chicken sandwich, which a very thin piece of chicken, the spicy bbq was overpowering. Wish they did a standard crispy chicken sandwich with a thicker cut of the thigh, rather than pounding out the breast to be mostly breading. The side garden salad was very fresh and crisp. The service and drinks were decent, could be improved but not bad. It was kind of pricey for a cocktail - $18 for a Tito's vodka lemon drop. (They up charged for top shelf). It took 10-15 min to get our check after we stopped eating for a server to notice that we were done. Ambiance is cute, pretty causal. I would give it another chance if I'm in the area.

Spring break means errands and mom and son lunch out, in the middle of a Wednesday!…read more I have quite the picky eater with me 99% of the time so I don't get to go where I want 99% of the time. But that's to one of the biggest kids menus I've seen, I was able to talk my son into some real restaurant food and not fast food for lunch. It was not busy at all. The hostess was really friendly and so was our waiter. We were immediately sat and given waters. I went with the poke salad and it was so good! Very filling and a lot bigger than it seems in the photo. The amount of tuna was great,they definitely did not short me on my dish. My son got the kids cheese pizza and he was very impressed by the stringiness of the cheese. It also came with a decent amount of fries and fruit. He also loved the dragon fruit lemonade. The lighting was a bit dark but the music was great and my son enjoyed watching the Dodgers play on one screen and music videos on another. Definitely going back soon!

I am a BLT fanatic, this Double Stacked BLT was just Okay…read more So much lettuce, did I say so much lettuce. Service was great, I think next time we are going to do a couple appetizers and split an entrée.

My niece and I came in just after the lunch rush- our server Dakota, was on it- you could tell the…read morerush had just left- still, we were greeted with a smile and professionalism. He was still enthusiastic. The front dining area was bright and clean with a small section showcasing local goods. There are tables outside all under covering. We were brought a whipped feta and honey app and it was delicious. I appreciate the restaurant supporting local small business. Overall it was a good experience- nice sized portions, we had to get boxes to take home leftovers (that's not a bad thing). Will come back.

Was in town for a few days and stopped by this local (ha ha ha) joint for a a quick brunch. We…read moreordered the all-american burger with the sweet potato fries, a loaded tuna sandwich, a cold brew, and a regular fresca (watermelon + other seasonal fruits that have been cold pressed). Everything was so phenomenal - the food was fresh and not super heavy, and since its farm to table, everything was so so delicious. Our server Jasmine was so attentive and sweet and made sure we had what we needed. Monique was also so kind and checked in on us frequently. From the quality of the food, the value of it, to the service of the restaurant, everything was great! Affordable, delicious, and overall such a pleasure to have been able to try this restaurant.

After arriving in Bakersfield, we were looking for places closeby to get some dinner. As we were…read morepulling up to the hotel, I thought I saw a sign that said brewery, so looked it up and - yep - there's a brewery right across the street. We walked over and had an enjoyable experience. I would first note, they only had 5 of the brewery's own beers on tap. I didn't mind, as I enjoyed a blood orange witbier. I had the sliders with veggie sticks and they were delicious. I was excited to see something besides just chips offered for sides. The seating space is ample and the night we were there, there was music. I was actually pleasantly surprised the music wasn't super loud and echo-y and we could still enjoy conversation. I would recommend stopping by for a beer and some food!

I came here last night with a group of 18 people while we were visiting Bakersfield, for the drag…read moreraces. When we made the reservation, no one told us that the restaurant operates as a self-service setup. We assumed, like most places that accept large reservations, that there would be some level of table service. Instead, the table was basically just a place for us to sit and eat. If we wanted drinks, we had to go up to the bar ourselves to order them. When it came time to eat, we had to leave the table again and go up to the front counter to place our food orders. No one came to the table to take orders, check on us, or even bring water. We ended up having to get water ourselves as well. What was most frustrating was at the end when I went to pay the bill and was told that an automatic 20% gratuity had been added because we were a large party. I completely understand adding gratuity when a staff is actively serving a large group taking orders, bringing drinks, refilling water, checking on the table, etc. But in this case there was essentially no service provided. Everything from ordering drinks, ordering food, and getting water was self-service. If the restaurant is going to run this way, that's fine but it should be clearly communicated when a large group makes a reservation, and automatic gratuity for "service" that didn't happen doesn't feel appropriate. We come to Bakersfield twice a year and after this experience, I don't think we will ever be back.

I want to start by saying this place earns four stars from me because the food is absolutely…read moreamazing. That said, I'm a pretty vocal person, and when I saw the portion size that came out, I spoke up. I let our server know that the portion felt a bit small for what we expected. She handled it very well--she was calm, respectful, and apologized, which I appreciated because it clearly wasn't her fault. Alejandro, the owner, came out to speak with us, and I have to say, he's a genuinely great guy. He was open to hearing feedback (what I'd call constructive criticism) and took the time to explain their approach. He mentioned that their portions may appear smaller because the food--especially the rice--is more compact, and that their beans aren't watered down like at some other places. I can respect that explanation, but I do have to disagree. At most restaurants, we usually leave with leftovers. In this case, I found myself still eating off my girlfriend's plate, and we didn't have anything to take home. That said, I really respect that he came out personally to talk with us. That level of customer service goes a long way. To be fair, their buffet is unlimited, and that's something I highly recommend. Every time we've come before, we've done the buffet, and this was our first time ordering a regular dinner. Honestly, the portion size surprised me compared to what we're used to. I did make sure to tell Alejandro that their food is better than most restaurants in the Bakersfield area--it's truly top tier. We'll definitely be coming back, but most likely for the buffet, where portion size isn't an issue since it's all-you-can-eat. I also want to highlight the customer service. That's something many restaurants struggle with, but they got it right here. Our server was respectful and handled the situation professionally, and Alejandro didn't have to come out and address it personally--but he did. That kind of effort makes a difference. If you're planning to visit, I'd recommend coming during brunch for the buffet experience. The food is excellent. I do think increasing the dinner portion sizes would make the experience even better. Thank you again to Alejandro and the staff for being respectful, attentive, and willing to listen. We'll definitely be back--especially for brunch.

I visited Camino Real for Happy Hour, and the food was just OK, nothing special. Service was a…read morelittle slow, especially for bar drinks. The friendly staff & ambiance with good music make up for the food & slow service. Tried the 5 bites for $20, which was a lot of food for only $20. Selected Items: Nachitos (red), Mojo Bread, Buffalo Fries, Chipotle Chimis, & Happy Dog. My favorite item was the Nachitos, which had good flavor and a lot of meat. I love hot dogs but I was a little disappointed with the sausage. I guess my expectations were too high. The Chipotle Chimis were okay, not as crispy as you'd expect, more like soggy. I just tasted the beans, no chorizo. The Buffalo Fries were too salty for me. On the other hand, the bar drinks were actually good! Tried California Love and Paraiso Mojito, they were sweet and did not taste too strong of alcohol. Food: 7/10 Service: 7/10 Ambiance: 8/10 Overall: 7/10

This place is truly a hold in the wall in downtown Bakersfield. We came here on a Thursday night to…read moregrab a quick bite and we were the only ones there. There was only one staff member who was both our server and the cook. She was extremely nice and friendly. To drink, I ordered a jalapeño blood orange margarita and it was sooo delicious! Unfortunately, the food was honestly nothing special and just alright. The slow roasted beef tacos were just okay, and the salsa it came with had an odd flavor. Also, the pork bites seemed overcooked and were tough to eat. Not sure if I'll be coming here again, but if I do it'll probably be for the drinks.

We tried going here before but it seems like they close quite early so we were not able to try it…read moreas we came a bit past 8 PM. My husband has been here though and loved their grilled lamb tacos. So we ordered the same and also shared a chili verde bowl. He loves the tacos because he is a big bleu cheese fan but it seems like there was not enough cheese on our order. It also was a bit dry which was unfortunate. The chili verde bowl though had a good kick and I enjoyed it. The restaurant has a nice cozy ambiance though and feels like home. Unfortunately, the tacos felt kinda short of our expectations.