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    The Sugar Mill

    4.2 (186 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    THE SUGAR MILL ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Sadia H.

    A very cute diner in Oildale. Our waitress was so sweet and informative. I told her it was our first time and she told us she'd hope we would return and become regulars. Her endearing hospitality won me over. As for the food, whoa, baby! The portions are very generous. I had leftovers. The quality of food was superb. Everything was well-seasoned. The prices were very reasonable. We are looking forward to returning soon.

    Fried steak with gravy, eggs & potatoes
    Ms Darth V.

    This place was ok in my book and it's too bad because I've heard really good things about it. My fried steak tasted a little toooo greasy. I couldn't get past that taste. The potatoes were absolutely delicious. The pancakes were amazing too. Our waitress was a hoot. Funny and super friendly. My coffee was always full and they check on you often. Overall good visit. I'll comeback to try something else next time

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    Guillermo R.

    This place is awesome. Great service. Great ambience. Portions are huge. The food is delicious. They currently hold the crown. For. Best chicken, fried steak in my book! Worth the drive!

    Waffle combo with a side of pancake, chorizo burrito with avocado
    Desiree M.

    Amazing food, amazing fast service and very kind servers and staff my husband is a VERY picky eater I can never take him anywhere but surprisingly he absolutely LOVED this place and it's now our regular spot for some good breakfast (: (although they do serve lunch & dinner as well) also their waffles, pancakes and toast are super huge I love it !!!!

    Bacon burger
    Henry S.

    The Sugar Mill is kern county staple it's been around for years and I finally got myself to break away from my usual go to breakfast spots and try some place different. I have to say it was okay not great I was kinda disappointed that the Gravy wasn't homemade it was a typical food service bag gravy although the biscuits seemed to be made in house the gravy was the bummer. The pancakes were pretty good and my wife's Chicken fried steak was pan fried but seemed to be lacking a bit of seasoning. The country potatoes were pretty delicious. In my honest opinion I'd give the food a 3.5 I decided to give it 4 stars on Yelp because the service was great the staff was friendly and attentive. Maybe on the next go around I'll try something different on the menu and update my review.

    Spicy Sausage Patty and Eggs!!!!
    David I.

    This is one of our favorites to visit!!! This maybe be our regular spot on Wednesday's since they have my favorite, Navy Bean Soup. It is loaded with chunks of ham and car and celery and of course Navy Beans!!! It has the right consistency and fill with awesome flavors!!!! The service is always some of the best in Bakersfield. It's nice to walk in a see some familiar faces and listen to the servers greeting them will you have your usual!!!!

    PatrickJ T.

    The Sugar Mill has a lot of regulars. We came by one weekday morning, and the place was hopping with business. The staff seemed to know most of the folks by name. Good old diner style feel! Wifey and I shared two entrees. The Grilled Pork Chop entree and the Chile Verde Skillet. The pork chop tasted too dry. Would try the breaded pork chop next time. The Chile Verde was a nicer option in my opinion. Tasted pretty darn good, and the portion size was generous. The Sugar Mill has plenty of other items to try on their menu. Look forward to dining more here in the future. Friendly customer service goes a long way.

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    Yvonne N.

    Me and my daughter ordered the pancake breakfast. She requested the blueberry and I got regular. Pancakes are a solid 9/10. Daughters are 8/10. They are Fluffy Buttery Moist Yummy Is the plate aesthetically pleasing? No. That's why they get 4 out of 5. The eggs and sausage taste decent. Staff is friendly. Clean environment. Definitely recommend their pancake breakfast! I have also have their CFS and it the the best out of all the others I have tried so far in Bakersfield.

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    William S.

    Once again I went to the Sugar Mill. Once again I was not disappointed. Excellent food. Ate the fish again so no new pictures, but still perfection.

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    4 years ago

    Always a great place to eat no matter what you get! They waitstaff is super friendly too!

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    The servers is nice and quick. the food is hot and fresh, good full plate. i will be coming back here again.

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    They play absolute disguisting channels on the TV's in the evening. Putting a local channel or a family friendly channel on would help.

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    Food is very yummy. Family friendly. Great customer service. Recommended for anyone looking to go out with family

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    3 years ago

    Wonderful family place, great food. Great service, been coming here for years. Highly recommend

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    4 years ago

    This is my favorite place to get a delicious breakfast any time of the day. The customer service is amazing.

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    3 years ago

    The Chile Verde Omelette has become a favorite here. The service is always great. The old Oildale photos are interesting.

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    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.

    Walking inside, it looked pretty busy. Our waitress told us to go sit at a nearby booth so we went…read moreand she brought menus a few minutes later. We never been here so we just picked randomly on the menu! We got their Three Flight Mimosas with Original, Cranberry, & Strawberry. They were pretty good and refreshing. We also got the Banana and Berry Pancakes and made it a combo to get eggs and sausages in the side, the "Hot Mess" which is two pancakes, a waffle, a chicken, French toast, and an egg stacked on top of one another, and potatoes on the side! The food was amaaazing. Shout out to the chefs today because there was absolutely nothing wrong with the food. Seasoning was great, cooked great, it was filling, pancakes were soft, it hit the spot! And our waitress Crystal was the sweetest. She was doing a great job taking care of us and many others in the dining room. It was also kept clean, the employees made sure to clean up ASAP when someone left, they're all working hard. 10/10 experience.

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    The food, service and ambiance is top notch. The new restaurant building has a lot more seating…read moreand the patio area is much larger than the old location. My only gripe is the parking or lack there of. Very tight and small in the designated parking on the west side of the restaurant and we've found it difficult to find parking on 18th street. If they can improve and pave the dirt parking lot on the south side, that would help. However, that being said, it's still worth a visit.

    I've been a loyal fan of this spot for a long time, but this was my first visit since they…read morerelocated the restaurant, and the upgrade is real. The vibes in the new space are absolutely immaculate. There is so much more energy here, and the decorations are incredibly cute. It's the perfect backdrop for a killer meal. The Main Event: This time around, I went with the En Fuego Burger. This beast is loaded with a chile-spiced beef patty, pepperjack, sharp cheddar, thick-cut bacon, chipotle mayo, pepper relish, pickled jalapeños, and a mountain of fried jalapeños + onion strings. The Flavor Profile: This burger delivers on every level, but those fried onion strings were to die for. For the side, I got the sweet potato fries, which are served as big, thick-cut wedges. They come paired with a duo of spicy ketchup and a marshmallow dipping sauce. Switching between the two was amazing, the marshmallow sauce actually makes the fries feel like a dessert. The Drink: To wash it all down, I ordered the basil lemonade, and omg, I need to figure out how to recreate this at home. It's exactly what it sounds like, crisp, refreshing lemonade with a perfect herbal basil finish. The Verdict: If you loved their old spot, the new location takes everything to the next level. Between the upgraded atmosphere, the dessert-like fries, and that refreshing lemonade, I will absolutely be coming back here again and again.

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    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.

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