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    The Red Wagon Cafe

    4.6 (146 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Jennifer Y.

    I've been going to the Red Wagon about 18 yrs now Mark even longer. The food has always been phenomenal. I usually get the ham steak but since Thanksgiving was just two days ago I decided to go to one of my all time favorites chili verde. Its tricky getting chili verde in restaurants because it's either way too spicy or the opposite no flavor at all. But here it's perfect. Just the right amount of spice. I don't know how they do they it. But it's perfect. They also offer two salsas. The red salsa is a smoky flavor with some heat. Then green has a settle hint heat that hits just at the right time. It's a perfect note of tastes in your mouth. Mark got chorizo and eggs. That's his go to. He cleaned his plate which is a good sign. The service is quick and friendly. Our waitress was full fun facts about the trolly car as Mark told her he was going to make a short video for his YouTube channel. The inside is very small the largest table only sits 6. The inside is decorated very nicely. This place is a little out of the way for us Bakersfield folks but trust me the drive is worth it for some delicious food.

    Michelle H.

    Real food and Real people doing life! I love the charm of this place and ordered a simple cheeseburger and fries! Oscar served it with casual ease and a smile! A local hung out and gave me 20 minutes of great conversation! This place is exactly what it needs to be, the food is good and the coach is irresistible!

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    Michael J.

    First and Foremost Jessica was/is an absolute excellent server. Glad we found this place about 5-6 miles or 10 minutes from the house.. Yes Please!! The food Chicken fried steak, large pancake , ribeye steak and French toast meal with hashbrowns and 2 eggs over medium... The chicken fried steak had a crispy exterior, complemented by tender meat, and a very rich gravy to compliment, creating a delightful contrast in textures. The large pancake was fluffy (thicccc) and satisfying, with a perfect balance of sweetness before you even added the syrup. The ribeye steak was cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful, though the meat was a lower quality than most other breakfast business I've been to it was still very good. . The French toast was a delightful mix of softness and crunch, eggs cooked perfectly and hashbrowns extra crispy like we like em. I don't eat pancakes/waffles but twice a month this may be my new pancake place ... Anyhoo show up to this gem of a place with great signs all over the inside that remind you of a country diner out in the Virginia or North Carolina about 10:30 or later to miss the crowd and the wait.. Til we meet again...

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    Henry S.

    The red wagon is one of those places that's been around forever but because of its location it's over looked. It's situated off 7th Standard and Enos Ln heading towards Shafter. In the past I would go for lunch and their Hamburgers are excellent. This time I went for breakfast and I have to say it was pretty darn good. I had the biscuit's and gravy with hash browns and bacon which was okay. I'd give the B&G about a 8/10 and the hash browns and bacon about a 7/10. The B&G lacked a bit of seasoning for my taste but was good and the Hash browns needed to be a cooked just a tad bit longer along with bacon but that just might be a personel preference. I have to say the star of the show was the chicken fried steak it was cooked to perfection and was seasoned perfectly, definitely a 10 outta 10. As for the service , it was excellent ambiance as well. The inside is pretty small there are no big tables but could sit a big family utilizing two tables I suppose. I will definitely be returning and getting the CFS breakfast this time around.

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    Hannah C.

    Amazing food, flavorful and fresh. Service is friendly and quick, perfect. Wagon is small but doesn't feel as small as it is. Cozy and bright, loved it! Best biscuits I've ever had!

    Biscuits and gravy
    Kristin B.

    Meaning to stop by this location for sometime. I'm glad I did. A nice box car cafe. A big menu. I got the biscuits and gravy breakfast. Hit the spot.

    GREAT restaurant and a memorable experience!
    Gregory B.

    Really enjoyed the food, unique ambiance and service at this one of a kind breakfast and lunch restaurant and of course the many friendly locals who dine here. Also many thanks to server, Oscar and chef, Miguel for their spot on service and delicious breakfast!

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    Kathleen B.

    What a find! Four of us stopped for breakfast. Biscuits and gravy are some of the best we'd ever had. Biscuits are flakey and very flavorful. The sausage gravy is standout. Quality sausage in a flavorful white gravy. Chorizo and egg scramble was huge! This is an excellent chorizo, quality pork and nicely spiced. It is a spicy seasoning mix which I like. The country potatoes were tender and moist inside. Good onions and peppers gave extra flavor. Rig City coffee, a special roast for Red Wagon, was a hit with us all. Excellent coffee. On a busy day you may need to wait outside. Do it. Red Wagon is not to be missed!

    Denver omelette with country potatoes
    Valerie A.

    I had only been to the red wagon once in my life and that was so many years ago. I had been wanting to go and try it out ever since new owners took over. My sister took me to breakfast for my birthday. Upon arrival we were greeted right away and seated quickly. Everything looked clean. It is a small restaurant, but there is a cute charm to it. It makes you feel at home. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. We ordered the Denver omelette with country potatoes, sourdough toast, a pancake, and biscuits and gravy. We wanted to taste a little bit of everything. Our order came out fast and fresh. Everything tasted amazing! The portions are big so you could share if you wanted to. The potatoes were my fav! If you're ever in Shafter please go check out this cute place!

    Pristine and Spotless Inside.
    Jerry R.

    Wonderful Environment! Great Food! Friendly Service! This family-owned restaurant, has innovative surprises, like farm-fresh cherries, homemade clam chowder, and Grandma's green salsa.

    Chili Verde Omelet with country potatoes

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    Great service! Great food! This is a great place to enjoy the beauty of the rural area of Shafter.

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    Great diner food at a great prices! Hot cakes are HUGE! The only negative is that they don't take credit card. Cash only.

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    Love this place local farmer hang out with delicious food and huge portions. And the chicken fried steak is some of the best I've ever had

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    On our way to LA we choose this place for breakfast, it is tinny but very clean and provided outstanding service.

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    worth the drive , or if your going to the coast in that direction , great home made food

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