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Cafe Smitten

4.4 (1k reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Sharon E.

Went to Smitten downtown for breakfast with some friends before a morning of shopping. We each ordered 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.

Iced matcha latte and chai latte
Michelle R.

Such a beautiful day to enjoy the downtown location of Cafe Smitten! We grabbed a table on the patio, and it felt so peaceful with the overhanging trees and birds in the background -- the perfect little escape right in the city. Service was quick and genuinely friendly. I always go for the quinoa bowl, and today it was especially good -- the sweet potatoes were perfectly crispy. Paired it with a chai latte that had just the right amount of spice. We decided to splurge on a sweet waffle, and I'm so glad we did. The matcha whipped cream was absolutely delicious. Definitely one of my favorite downtown spots!

Kale and quinoa bowl
Claudia T.

I wanted a veggie bowl and they delivered along with being willing to replace the egg with some sweet potatoes (they also offered mushrooms and a few other options) as I don't eat eggs. I appreciated that they had available options. The bowl kept me full and was sooo delicious along with refreshing during the summer time. They have the beautiful outdoor seating options in the back and such a mellow place to meet up for lunch. Staff was friendly, and helpful

On 18th between O & Q Streets.
John H.

I stopped by Café Smitten on 18th Street after missing breakfast while meeting some workmen downtown. It was a quick visit, but a really pleasant one. The service was excellent--my Americano was ready in no time while they got my oatmeal prepared. Once I got everything, I headed back to the site and enjoyed my breakfast. They included fresh strawberries and blueberries, golden raisins, a bit of brown sugar, and some milk to mix in. Everything tasted great and it was just a really nice start to the day. If you find yourself in the downtown area, give Cafe Smitten a try.

Entrance
Devin B.

One of my all time fav coffee/breakfast spot. Everytime we come from LA to the mountains we stop here. On the way and on the return. Love the Greek Eggs in a skillet. Coffee is consistently good from the flat whites to the pour overs.

Out front
Rosanne B.

I found myself in Bakersfield and hungry for lunch. This place was perfect! Beautiful inside and outside seating. Inviting and open, fresh menu options. I had the smash avocado sandwich. It comes open-faced with a side salad and pickles, and a sunny side up egg on top. Just the right amount of delicious, healthy food. There's a large parking lot and staff is friendly.

Latte and Iced Brown Sugar Latte with Oatmilk
Jesse A.

Great drinks and vibes! The cafe is also a nice size if you want to study or just eat with friends and family and the outdoor section is also another great option. The service is good too!

Vicky Y.

A cute and reasonably priced cafe! Kind of random, but I love that this cafe has tons of windows to bring a bunch of light in. They mostly have tables for 2-4 seaters, but they do have one long table with bar stools (however, it's usually preoccupied by people studying!). The prices are pretty reasonable for the items that you get. I personally really enjoyed the Moroccan eggs, which come with two pieces of bread & a small cup of side salad. It comes nice and hot, perfect for the cold weather!! My friends all got burritos / steak wraps, but felt that their meat was pretty dry and tasteless. The matcha was unfortunately really milky and did not really taste like matcha :(. I feel that it is inconsistently made because when I was leaving, I happened to notice another customer got a really beautiful dark green matcha. My friend also got a chai which she felt was toooo overpowered by the amount of cinnamon that was added. The cinnamon brown sugar coffee was strong and sweet though! I personally would return just to give it another try / try other items on the menu!

exterior, they have their own parking lot
Van D.

I met u with a friend to catch up at Café Smitten and we both had such a great time here. Café Smitten is located in Downtown Bakersfield. They have a private lot and plenty of street parking in the area. You order at the cashier and they'll give you a number and you seat yourself. There is a front outdoor area, indoor seating, and a nice shaded back patio. Their menu had so many tasty options to choose from. We both ended up getting the Moroccan Eggs ($14.50/each) and Blackberry Lemonade MimoSmitten ($8/each). There were convenient self-serve water stations around the restaurant. We also grabbed some water and then headed to the back patio where there were many shaded tables. The food was soooooo delicious. Our Moroccan eggs came with toasted bread to dip into the tomato base. The meal also came with some tomato and cucumbers, pickles, and a creamy sauce. My favorite bites of the meal is definitely when the poached egg mixed with the tomato and onions and I ate all of that in one bite with some toasted bread. Yum! We both enjoyed our meal here and would definitely come back. The mimosmitten was also really refreshing and fun. I also really liked that we were able to chat and catch up and linger on a bit without feeling rushed. Overall a great spot for brunch. I'll definitely want to try their lattes the next time I come here.

Greek salad, marracoan eggs, almond with banana, cappuccino, and iced strawberry matcha
Jessica R.

Place inside is pretty small but they have an outside patio with more seating. It was easy to order cashier was nice. They had millennial music playing which I liked. The food came out fast. The food was delicious! It had all the right flavors and taste. The drinks were also very good. I would definitely recommend this place.

Michelle M.

We were happy to stop by Cafe Smitten to hang out while friends were in town. It was a nice day, so we were able to enjoy the outdoor seating area. We also chose this place because we were able to bring our friend's dog. The service was great, they were nice. Food was delicious. Breakfast burrito was a good size for 1 person, definitely didn't feel stuffed. Each of us enjoyed our meals and this is definitely a place we'd come back to especially on a nice day to eat outdoors. I would also like to come back and try their pastries.

Crystal K.

We tried the summer special drinks and they were all pretty good. My favorite was the cinnamon banana oat milk latte. I also liked the almond milkshake. I had to try the strawberry oatmilk matcha and it was very pretty

Pistachio muffin
Lydia V.

This place is so delicious. I popped in today and discovered that they have a pistachio muffin, which is amazing. I highly recommend it. Their coffee is always fresh and delicious and brewed just right. Their lattes have the right amount of milk and foam. The staff is always friendly and attentive. The café is not too busy right when they open and throughout the day, it just gets busier and busier, and sometimes seating can be hard to find. If you're looking for a breakfast and need some head downtime to work on things on a device... There are a few seating options where you can connect and work on their free Wi-Fi. Enjoy

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Consistently delicious matcha, coffee, and food. A go to downtown spot. I wish it were open later like dagnys.

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What are the gluten free meal options?

Yes

Can I stay there to study if I buy coffee or anything else?

Yes you can.

Is this a good study spot?

Yes. For group or solo. Lots of outdoor seating in the parking lot & too in the rear of the cafe is a garden patio that is near two restrooms.

Do you guys sell the beans you use for the coffee? ( I love your coffee :) )

Yes. They sell a wide variety.

Are there gluten-free bread and tortilla options for burritos and sandwiches here?

No.

Do they have gluten free bread/toast?

I was told that they do not.

Do you offer the food menu all day?

Yes. The whole menu is available all day.

Hi! Do you take reservations?

We typically accept reservations at least 1 day in advance. However a little more notice is required for larger parties or full-service events. (For groups of <6 people, it is first-come-first-serve seating.)… 

Do you use organic ingredients? Are meats and eggs pasture raised, hormone and antibiotic-free?

We do have some organic ingredients. Our coffees and teas are USDA certified organic. We do our best to source local, fresh products.

Any idea where I can find nutrition information for the dishes? Specifically the granola bowl?

The granola is made lightly sweetened with honey and cinnamon. Chia seeds are added, as well as berries. The yoghurt is whole milk unsweetened Greek yoghurt. Because each house made granola is made to order, the nutrition facts do vary. Feel free to… 

I'm lactose intolerant. Do you have dairy free alternatives to put in coffee instead of dairy milk? Maybe almond milk or something?

Thanks for the great question! We now have almond, soy, and coconut milk!

Do you offer any nondairy milks for your coffee? Just a local vegan looking to try new places!

We sure do! We have both almond and soy milk! Our mocha is also dairy-free.

Do you have gluten free items that are Celiac friendly (free from cross-contamination)?

We will always try our best to prevent cross contamination if you let our barista at the register know about your conditions. However, because we prepare products with gluten in our kitchen, we cannot absolutely guarantee our products are suitable… 

Do y'all allow dogs?

Yes! Pets are welcome on our side patio!

Do you have any plans in having the cafe open on Sundays in the future?

Yes! We will be open for brunch starting this Sunday (May 7) from 9 AM to 3 PM!

Any plans on expanding over in the southwest area?

Thanks for the question! We wanted to update this to announce that we ARE expanding to a new location to be announced very soon!

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