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Bento Express

4.2 (261 reviews)
ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
Closed • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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katey a.

AMAZING DEALS lunch and dinner bentos! We went for dinner and it's a small place so it gets filled pretty fast. Our bento came with 8 piece California roll, chicken teriyaki, salad, shrimp tempura & vegetable tempura, one egg roll, 2 mandus, and some soup. It was so much that we had leftovers and enjoyed it the next day. The service was great, and we were helped with anything and everything. Wanna come back

Diana S.

I loved the quick service and attentiveness. Very sweet people helping you get your food. The place is a smaller location but super cute! Bathrooms are available. I ordered the regular ramen and gyoza for less than $20. It was good taste and I would come again

Albert M.

This was the first Japanese restaurant I have been to when I moved here 20 years ago. Someone scheduled a work lunch here so I get to finally put in a review. The inside is quite cozy, with a ma and pa restaurant vibe. The waiter is like a grandpa, very quiet but very efficient. The dumpling appetizer was amazing. The rolls are pretty good. Just like I remembered

Britt C.

This is located at a busy intersection Truxton and Oak. The parking situation is horrible. I have wanted to try this place for a while. It is small inside, so depending on the time you come, you might not get seating. The older man that was the server, let's just say he's not the most friendly. We ordered the bento box with teriyaki beef, and the heart attack appetizer. When we were served the miso soup we didn't receive spoons, seems like the norm. The food was delicious, so we would return for that. 3/11/24

Bento Teriyaki chicken
Jason Z.

I took a friend to Bento Box and the food was good. The tempura, miso soup, teriyaki chicken all were fresh and cooked perfectly. The server was interesting, he was an older man who said very little and grunted when we asked about different items. I would rather have good food and a cranky old server than good service and terrible food. I would go back!

4 pieces of fresh sushi
Ludger Q.

Haven't been to Bento Express in years! They're located off Oak and Truxton near Jake's Tex Mex. I got the chicken terriyaki with 4 pieces of sushi lunch bento. Called in the order right when they opened and said come on by. Got there in less than 10 minutes and it was already packaged and ready! Food was great. Fish was fresh. Portions are generous. Service was A-1!

Unagi Donburi

This place is awesome. Friendly service and a great unagi rice bowl. First time I've seen an unagi donburi with bonito flakes and tobiko!

Maricel P.

I have been coming to this sushi spot for years, but it was the first time in a really long time. I had worked downtown for 10yrs and this was my "go to" place since I worked down the street. Not a lot has changed inside and I think the first time we visited was back in 2003-2005ish. The place looks exactly the same. It's crazy to see that this spot used to be our sushi place back in the day and now Bakersfield has tons of sushi places. Our recent service was just okay. The gentleman that was serving us didn't seem too friendly and we felt rushed to eat. It wasn't a busy day, so I know it's not that they needed tables. It just felt like he wanted us out the moment we got in there. The service definitely felt different then a long time ago. It used to be a lady on the floor and she was always pleasant, I wonder if she still works here. I would love to come back again one day, I just don't think it's anytime soon. Parking is small, and lunch rush is horrible. You won't be able to find a parking spot, but dinner time or odd times usually isn't bad. The traffic on both sides of the street doesn't help either. This is a nice sushi place and I think you should check them out, you might have a different experience than me.

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V. H.

I love coming here! Its down the block from my work and its my favorite treat-myself-to lunch spot. The service is always so friendly. The ambiance is cozy and has a warm feeling about it. I always enjoy sitting by the sushi bar, where the chef prepares my rolls before me. I love the sushi here. It's tasty and affordable. I recommend trying this hidden gem.

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This place is a hidden gem ate lunch here get here early cause it packs in for lunch great rolls and other dishes

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Great sushi, nice owner, good service. We have gone there numerous times. Highly recommend!!!

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They have a small but very cute little patio. Service is always pleasant and the sushi is great! Ask for the chief special.

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11 years ago

I LOVE, LOVE this place. My new sushi place when I'm in town. I got the bento box and the food was: good, big portion, and decent price.

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I love their seaweed salad!!!!!! Bomb!!!! Oh and their Salamon bowl, I always get! Yummmmmmmm

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Service was not the best. Food was okay; it was fairly inexpensive. Probably won't be back though.

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Best sushi, great location, great prices, great customer service. Can't be beat. Best in Bakersfield!

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