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Local Dining Spots We Always Recommend in Bakersfield
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items Go to restaurants, cafes, and eateries that we take friends and family when they visit Bakersfield.
With a downtown location that has the cutest courtyard, or the south west side of Bakersfield, this is worth a visit. We love their Almond Shake, Baked Brie, Chicken Cutlets, and their warm bowls. On Thursdays the south west location has live music i...
Cafe Smitten
Same owners as Cafe Smitten so they have some overlapping menu items but truly the main selling point is the dark and moody vibe inside and the top tier cocktails.
The Botanist
This mini drive thru full of mexican takes on all types of coffees and sweet drinks is a must. Our favorite are the coconut lemonades for sure
Cafeinado Coffee Co.: HOME
Best garlic bread and just delicious, high quality pizza.
Straw Hat Pizza: Franchise Information
The portions here are not only delicious, they're big. And the margaritas..soo many falvors, and all of them delicious
La Costa Mariscos
A local staple with the old timey ice cream shop feel. A must visit at least once. Visit so you can form an opinion and join the many ‘best ice cream spot’ arguments amongst locals.
Dewar's Ice Cream Menu
Amazing breakfast spot, and with 2 other locations along the old river rd. This one is for sure the most covetted so if you find the wait to long, make sure to visit the other locations no further than 5 minutes away.
Old River Grill at the Marketplace
The official place to go in Bakersfield when there is something to celebrate. This Italian restaurant is a gem to all those that are local.
Frugatti's Italian Restaurant
Best affordable bar, with all flavor drinks, and the best bar food. I am talking about cheesy, bacon, fries and more!
Camino Real Kitchen & Tequila
The drinks and deserts here are worth trying. Definitely a hot spot for birthdays on the weekend and they give free birthday drinks so we definitely recommend.
Buena Vida Tapas Lounge
The closest we get to a speakeasy in Bakersfield. It looks unassuming on the outside but as you step in its like another world. Gorgeous Mexican artisanary decor and beautifully lighted with live music if you go on the weekend in the evenings. For Sunday Brunch, they do have buffet style but all there food has never failed us.
El Puesto Cocina & Lounge (@elpuesto.cocinalounge)
The mac and cheese is delicious and the brunch drinks compliment it perfectly. Highly recommend the Lavender lemon drop!
Sonder: New American Restaurant & Bar in Bakersfield CA
Known as the best Thai food in Bakersfield! Highly recommend their drunken noodles and strangely enough, they have the best tiramisu in town.
Blue Elephant Thai Cuisine – | Bakersfiled