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    Brimstone Bar

    3.4 (214 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Kristen V.

    I came here with a couple of friends for drinks because the Shrek Rave event that we attended down at the Nile Theater was not the vibe. We were intrigued by the Padre because of its haunted rumors. I was hoping that some drinks would lift our spirits (no pun intended), but the night just got worse... There was a cockroach at the bar. As soon as I saw it, I immediately canceled my order. I was really hoping to enjoy a Peargatory or Peach Smash, but seeing that roach was DISGUSTING. The bar tender can be seen squishing it with a towel. Thanks for taking care of that ASAP I guess, but I can't stand bugs. At the end of the day, thanks for showing us the spooky hand prints of the little girl who haunts the hotel. IYKYK.

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    Michael R.

    You can get a great steak at the Padre Hotel! I will say that flatiron was tender and delicious. And the truffle fries were outstanding. We also got the Blu Burger, which I thought was a great value, was cooked to order. And it's delicious as well. Good selection. Full service cocktails, great service. We were really happy with the whole experience. If you stay at the Padre, go ahead and eat at the brimstone.

    Courtney O.

    Brimstone Bar is the lobby bar in the iconic Padre Hotel located in downtown Bakersfield. This hotel is filled with juicy paranormal lore. Too afraid to stay overnight, but still want to experience the hotel- try out the bar. The bar is open day and night. We came for drinks only while waiting for a reservation at Luigis, but they also serve bar bites. They have high tops, tables and bar seats with a number of tvs over the bar. The bartender was lovely and you could tell that she loved crafting a good cocktail! I was initially thinking I'd order some wine, but I could tell she'd make something great so I went with something a little more fun. I ordered an aperol spritz, per her suggestion, because she made it with fresh oranges. She also made our group great old fashions and an espresso martini! The bar was quiet on a Saturday afternoon, but I've seen it a little more lively during the evening. It's a great spot to grab a drink or to spend some time if you're a hotel guest.

    DeLisa R.

    This is a gem attached to the Padre Hotel. Interesting name since it is attached to a building that burned. It was pleasant and we were able to have a conversation without overpowering noise. My steak was prepared perfectly. I believe it was just the right amount of spice. Triple fries were crisp. I loved the chimichurri sauce included. Our server was wonderful and very attentive.

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    Sabrina J.

    The server Tamara was absolutely wonderful. She was working alone and did such a fabulous job with our service, she even made recommendations for us to try. The food was delicious, fresh, and not greasy. The shrimp was not chewy and was cooked beautifully. All the food was well prepared and served as soon as it was ready. The only complaint we had was a groups of girls literally yelling and screaming laughing. It was so loud it hurt my ears. I know that has nothing to do with the place but I'm assuming this is a place to bring friends and drink. With that said the peach drink was one of the best drinks I have had in a long time. I recommend checking it out and give a shout out to Tamara .

    Kelli the best bartender in Bakersfield

    Best bartender in town. Kelli rocked the bar. She was cool, calm,collected. Drinks on point, even though it was busy she was always smiling and found a way to get to us promptly. If you are a local or passing through the brimstone bar at Padre hotel is the best. Made me my first ever espresso martini 10/10

    Kelli @ Brimstone  - Great service, awesome bartender, sweet lemons

    Kelli @Brimstone is a great bartender! Food was good, service amazing and atmosphere top notch at Brimstone. Stayed at Padre Hotel for a night with hubby and was very pleased with the hotel and restaurant. Will definitely come back!

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    Aimee A.

    Great service and server - made up for the menu transition where some main plates not available. He very graciously split a bill about 14 ways. Here for a conference. Poached pear salad was good, other dishes looked great. Located in historic hotel The Padre, spacious, windows, and great gathering option

    Went on my lunch break to purchase a personal size pepperoni pizza. I was charged for a meat lovers instead and they stated it was their managers new protocol. (Ironically was the most expensive pizza on their menu) don't get me wrong the food is good just felt overcharged and seems like the prices always change.

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    Trish S.

    We stopped by here on a whim while we were downtown. There was available parking. I ordered a Caesar Salad with chicken. It was good. The seasoning was good. But it was all room temperature, and there was little to no parmesan. The croutons were delicious! My husband got the Fish and Chips, and after tasting it, I was jealous! The fish was really, really good! The fries I'd definitely recommend. The coleslaw was just purple cabbage with mayo and sugar. Not good. The atmosphere is good. Service was good until the end when we had to wait 20 minutes to pay and leave. I'd go back for the Fish and Chips, as long as I wasn't in a hurry.

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    Marianne P.

    The sliders I ordered were pretty good, wasn't too hungry so this was perfect! Can't say no to Wagyu beef. The bartender was sweet and attentive. The layout was very polished. Chill spot. Pricy but worthwhile!

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    Everything is great, except they don't need to blow the fans during winter. I don't need the extra chill.

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    The drinks and food were amazing! Special shout out to Ryann for her amazing service.

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    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.

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    First tome here & definitely NOT the last! Headquarters Bar and Eatery was seriously impressive!…read moreThe prices were super reasonable, but it was the ultimate combo of food, drinks & ambience that really blew me away. The ambiance was awesome--big screen TVs everywhere, a spacious open layout, and a fun vibe that makes it perfect for any event or casual hangout. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive and I kept seeing the chefs checking on the food ensuring the guest were pleased. Right away I knew chefs take real pride in the way they make and plate the food. They've got a great variety on the menu, but I went with the fish tacos and sweet potato fries, both were tasty and full of flavor! I was so impressed by the way they plated the fish tacos not only were the fish tacos loaded with all the goodies, but on the side, they had included delicious rice with lots and butter and lime, as well as pickles purple onion. For drinks, we tried the bartender's special, a rum cocktail that was seriously a party in glass SO good! My mom had the classic Moscow Mule that was crisp and refreshing honestly, you can never go wrong with a Moscow Mule All around, a fantastic experience. I'll definitely be back soon!

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