This was actually a lot of fun for my friend and I. Unfortunately, we didn't stay as long as we…read morewanted to as it was very hot and we were ill prepared. I think the website could do with giving people a better idea of what to bring to be better prepared to handle the hotter months. I really enjoyed the tour at the beginning where you can see all the research areas going on. The area is honestly huge and it's really cool looking at it all from a distance. Definitely wanna come back when it's not as hot now that we have a better idea of what to expect and what we should bring (also after I workout more so I can be better at digging for a longer time).

We had such a great time!…read more It's $40 for adults & $30 kids up to 12. They do not allow kids under 5. We learned the teeth are from 14-16 million years ago. Tools are provided. And while they don't have guarantees, they essentially said it's 100% you'll find some type of tooth or bone. I found 3 Mako Teeth and my son found a stingray tooth and we think hook tooth shark. A few weeks ago a kid found a megalodon tooth. While not common it's a 1 in 100 chance and you can keep it. Essentially you can keep anything you find unless you find skull, which then gets tagged for museum use. There was a boy scout troop with us, and they can coordinate with the museum for a tour and complete a merit badge. For cub scouts, my son earned his Earth Rocks badge for Arrow of Light. Bring a hat, lunch, jacket and hand sanitizer. There is 1 porta potty so come prepared :) I highly recommend, we had a great time.

Bakersfield is located just off Highway 99. The drive from the San Fernando Valley takes you…read morethrough the mountains and the infamous Grape Vine. I actually enjoy this scenic drive which takes me past Magic Mountain, Santa Clarita, Lake Castaic, Gorman then to the California State Route 99. As long as there is no snow it is a smooth ride. Once you exit there are several restaurants with LA prices. Don't think because you are our of LA things are cheaper...they are not. Bakersfield is quite large ranking #9 in the sate of CA. It is on the Kern River. Not far from the Sequoia National Forest. This is the midway point where I tend to meet one of my dear friends. It's easy for both of us to get here. They also have some great farms & fresh produce available. Worth taking a day trip here...

A LITTLE LATE but COMING ALONG! Bakersfield is late to the party when it comes to education,…read moregrowth, and social development. However, I have hope for Bakersfield as it's got a lot of history and has endured difficult years. I'm surprised with how big this city is! I can officially say that Bako is my introduction to Kern County and I found it delightful. It's got a community that is proud of its oil industry and civic expansion. My favorite places to visit are the Kern County Museum and Dignity Health Arena. I'm a sucker for historical sites and hockey. Further, you'll find a Cal State University and many great hotels. Bakersfield has a variety of activities on Yelp too! There's a bunch of highly recommended restaurants, eateries, and coffee houses all over town. There's a large Hispanic community, I'm hopeful Bakersfield will become more diverse as more families move in. Traffic is manageable but ever growing. There's a couple of highways and a freeway passing through the city which is key to navigating around. Parking around Bakersfield is affordable and easy to find. Lots of lots are free to use!

If you don't know about the thousands of wild parakeets living in the downtown area of Bakersfield,…read morethen you're in for a treat. Living in Oleander for much of my life I was exposed to these beautiful creatures on many occasions. It became a natural part of my childhood to see these brightly colored birds hanging in the palm trees and eating seeds and berries off the local foliage. It never occurred to me that they weren't just a natural part of the environment. These aren't your normal pet store parakeets. These are rather large and can be over a foot in length, so they aren't too difficult to spot. They often travel in groups as well, so if you see one you'll likely see quite a few. The story goes, back in the 70's there was a giant wind storm that blew off an aviary's roof leaving many birds to escape. These parakeets were one of the more successful to bread and adapt to the area. They're lively and enjoyable creatures to watch. They aren't invasive or harmful to pets, plants or people. You'll likely find them in the evenings coming back to their roosts in places with large tall trees like Oleander (Beale Park) or the large trees on California/Union near Food Maxx. It's definitely a sight to see, and something unique to Bakersfield!

This was the 4th annual Bakersfield Wing Festival and our first time going. The event was worth it,…read morethe downside is the long lines, but they have plenty of wing stands, so choose your line wisely. This year there was approximately 15-16 wing vendors and I didn't get to try them all, but of all the wing vendors my favorite was Bucky's. Bucky's chicken wing was crunchy, moist, and had good flavor. They had their levels of heat in "Mild-Smooth Smiling", "Medium-Heating Up", "Hot-Loco Loco" & "X-Hot-Get Buck". A lot of the other vendors had 1 or 2 flavors, and even Costco made it out there to give wings out. Winner of this years best wings went to Hooters. I think they were 2nd place in my books, but there was more votes for Hooters. I honestly feel that Bucky's was the best, but people didn't vote (Rolling my eyes). I don't want to say which vendor, but I waited in line for chicken which is fine, but when I got the wings they were chewy and then when we reached the center it was bloody, hope that was just because they were under pressure because the line was long at the time. I would definitely like to try it again next time. The atmosphere is pretty casual and we brought our folding chairs, I also saw some people bring their canopies and tents. What started off at 91 degrees changed in a matter of 2hrs. It got really cloudy, windy and even sprinkled a little down to high 70s, but it's Bakersfield so you never know what kind of weather it's gonna be like. They played good music on stage with live singers and live bands. They even had contests so you can win tickets to go to Vegas and they had that wing contest so you can get your Wingfest entry free next year. I happened to be in line during the contest, so I missed out on that cool contest. I would definitely like to come again, I think if I went alone then it wouldn't be worth it for me because I don't drink beer, but going with my husband he gets to get two beers at a time, so it evens out for us. The downside for the beers is that they fill it up half way. I'm not a beer drinker so I don't care, but the lines are already long, so drinking your beer then having to refill it takes some time. Waters are free so that's cool and I liked that. I brought my water bottle with ice in it and my ice lasted the whole day with the free waters because they were cold.

It's hot dog!!!!! Alright, Buffalo Wild Wings bomb!! I had…read morethe blazing and it's delicious and definitely not for the fate of heart. Next was Denweed's Heart and Soul had amazing real fresh meat the wing full of buffalo sauce. Then came KVS southern style was so worth the long line. I had a BBQ that was absolutely amazing their meat was grilled and tender and so juicy. At BLVD we had garlic wings absolutely delectable a must try. Next stop I had Dickey's BBQ , I had two BBQ wings that were pretty good. Lastly, we had the Barrington's Jamaican Kitchen had mild and spicy very juicy wings with lots of flavor. All the drinks were standard and hit the spot in the heat, I recommend the experience!!

My favorite local spot to eat. Everything on the menu is worth trying. The servers are great, the…read moredeli staff is awesome too.

Luigi's is a landmark restaurant in Bakersfield. It's a place where people come to eat, drink, and…read morecelebrate. It's always busy, and always bustling with people having a good time. What can I say that hasn't already been said? If you've never been there, then just go! You might have to wait to get in, but it's worth it. One of my favorites on their menu is The Luigi's Wedge Salad. A small one is a great bargain, and it's not exactly small. It's the perfect combination of lettuce, Prosciutto, onions, avocado, and cherry tomatoes in a delicious creamy basil salad dressing. Make sure and ask to have it chopped, and get a side order of pickled tongue to top it all off. It's a combination made in heaven. The Luigi sandwich is also another real favorite. Match it with a Peroni on tap, and just sit back and enjoy life. The patio out back is a great place to dine too. Every single person who works there is as nice as can be, and the deli next door is stocked with lots of fine foods and wine, and they have an excellent selection of various types of bleu cheese. Needless to say, Luigi's is a real fave.

First time at Frugatti's, and I had a lovely time…read more The staff was kind and welcoming. Our server was friendly and kept things fun for us as well. He was very attentive, helpful, and gave us a nice dining experience. 5 star staff, for sure! We were celebrating 2 birthdays in our family, and everything went wonderfully. Our waiter was polite, gave birthday wishes to them, and the experience altogether with a party of 8 was lovely. The bread they brought out was warm and tasted delicious with butter. I also recommend trying the bread with some olive oil and red wine vinegar. It's super delicious! I had Alfredo pasta with the ricotta ravioli. I switched out the meat sauce (that comes with the ravioli) for the Alfredo sauce. My favorite part of this dish has to be the ravioli. It was a bit oily, but the flavors were great. I shared the chocolate cake with my husband, and we enjoyed it. While it was rich and sweet, it was a bit too sweet for us. However, with a glass of milk or even some coffee, it may help with the rich chocolate taste. I had an Arnold Palmer, and it was good. I may be a bit picky, but there are some lemonades at restaurants that I don't really enjoy (ie- the Minute Maid Lemonade) because of the after taste, which this Arnold Palmer had. However, the balance of the ice tea made up for it. On a Saturday night, the restaurant can be noisy and busy. However, we really enjoyed the ambiance of the location. Their decor, the stones on the wall (in the photo attached), the lighting, the chandeliers, etc were all very lovely and tied together the vibe of the restaurant. I definitely recommend if you're looking for some authentic Italian cuisine! Would come again for sure.

We were advised by friends to go here for dinner while passing through Bakersfield. Best advice…read moreever!!! Upon arriving the staff was welcoming. The food was better than Mom's--don't tell her. Our waiter Stephanie was great. We had such a great time we made reservations for our return trip. This time we were blessed to have Andrew as our waiter/bartender. He was the absolute best!!! Great entertainer, host, and waiter. Oh yeah, the food was great again. This is our go to now whenever we pass through Bakersfield. Just for info we need a Frugatti's in Santa Rosa. Absolutely the best!!!! Well deserved 5 star.

We spent several days in Bakersfield and loved it. We wanted to have one last meal there so this…read moretime we went with Italian at Uricchio's Trattoria. We loved it so much, not only did we dine there, we ordered a bunch of food to go and drove it home to heat up and eat the next day. The next day food was just as great as when we ate there. It just has wonderful dishes. Founder by Nick Uricchio, and his son Steve they opened Uricchio's Trattoria, clearly a family affair. Sadly, Nick died some time ago. He was the nicest guy and always had a smile on his face. His nick name was Papa Nick. He always said hello to the customers and was just a doll. Go in his honor. It is just as great as when Nick was there. Steve is usually there to greet you and he is wonderful. Uricchio's Trattoria offers a great selection of appetizers, soups (a must) and entrees to satisfy anyone. They have fresh seasonal dishes prepared with care from Executive Chef Raphael Hernandez who has been there forever I think. Parking is easy. Make a reservation, you want to do that. It gets crowded. We have been there without one before and loved sitting at the bar and eating. Anything with shrimp is great. All of their pastas are great. We loved their spaghetti and meat balls. Their vegetables are made right. They don't consider it something just to toss on your plate. They are al dente and so great. Their Linguini pasta with shrimp, scallops, clams and mussels in a tomato basil marinara sauce is my favorite and they have the best salads and desserts. It is a must stop in Bakersfield. The place is beautiful.

This review actually breaks my heart to write this. I LOVED…read moreuricchios. I owned a downtown salon and would recommend my clients and friends to go there for dinner. My husband and I did date night there often when we were dating. The owners were so sweet and knew of Me. I moved out of Bakersfield 6 years ago. I was visiting my parents in Bakersfield two weeks ago who had never been to uricchios and I couldn't wait to take them to dinner there! I called ahead the day before and made reservations for myself, my mom and dad, and my husband. We sat down and the place was empty on a Saturday, just a couple tables occupied. My mom ordered a Cesar salad and it was warm! We waited an hour and 15 minutes and our food never came out. No one came and gave us an update but we kept getting sent numerous appetizers "on the house". Sodas were watered down. Bread was mediocre. Finally after an hour and 15 minutes we got up and left. Whatever was happening in the kitchen was not a good sign! They appeared to be struggling despite being not busy at all. I have never been more disappointed in a restaurant, my husband and I had to get in n out on the grapevine for dinner. I was so embarrassed that I even recommended for my family and my husband to do a dinner at uricchios, much less RAVED about it. I'm so sad what has happened to my favorite bakersfield restaurant, but all good things come to an end. I won't ever be back

Caesar's Deli catering pasta has once again saved the day! We grabbed a large meat ravioli with…read moremeat sauce for 4 guys to split on a fishing trip to Big Bear. It served as our dinner on the first night of the trip, and was delicious as ever. There was even enough for us to have left overs the next day, and we are all known for our large appetites. lol I had to grab one of their pickled tongue sandwiches to enjoy right then and there, as I do most times I stop by. It is one of my favorite sandwiches in town; served on a Pyrenees roll with the perfect amount of acidity. The staff is always super friendly, and are on top of their game with speedy service. They also do a great job keeping the deli clean from floor to tables.

It's been a hot minute since I have been here. This time was a much better experience. I had a…read morechicken bacon ranch, and it was delicious. My daughter ordered the spicy chipotle. We were happy with our choices, and will definitely return. 11/22/25

The vibe of this place was immaculate, it felt so intimate and nice…read more The drinks were SOOOO good, I could not get over the cafe de olla. It was sweet and strong, nothing like I've tasted before. I did think the tea with milk was a bit tooo milky so that was my least favorite. All of the sandwiches were tasty, I just needed a bit more of spice but that's peronsal preference.

I have the best times with Yelp. This one was life altering... the coffees were so smooth. I…read moreusually have a sensivity to coffee so I stay away from the French or Dark coffees because I end up having a stomach ache. But these coffees were so smooth and light. Most of the samples had a really good balance of savory and sweet flavors. The food was pretty good too! My favorite were the waffles that has a texture of a croissant and stuffed with ham and cheese. My head kept yelling out, Get in my belly! The story from the owner made the event so worthwhile... I loved the story and the evolving mindset of this family. Through adversities, they continued to rise ... that alone would keep me coming back -- coffee and heartwarming stories. I will definitely come back ...

This Yelp Elite event was everything I wished for and so much more. From the moment I walked in, I…read morefelt like family--and not just any family, but the kind you despedirte con un abrazo y un beso! The warmth, the energy, the hospitality... it was unmatched. Let's talk about the true stars of the experience: coffee and carbs--my two love languages. We were blessed with an endless flow of cafecito and panecito that truly warmed the soul. From cortadito and café de olla to Vietnamese iced coffee, colado, and even Moroccan Coffee each sip transported me to a different corner of the world. And the food? Incredible. I still can't stop thinking about the Cuban sandwich, the croffles were mouthwatering and the chicken sandwich with ají sauce ii will definitely be back for that one. Every bite told a story, and every dish was made with love. What made this event even more special was the heart behind it all. You can feel that Héctor poured his life, travels, and passion into every element of this place. It's rare to find a spot where Vietnamese coffee meets Cuban sandwiches, where cultures blend not just in flavor but in feeling. It was more than a tasting--it was a journey. I came to spend time with my Yelp family and enjoy great food, and I left with a full heart and a powerful message: "The richest people are those who enjoy everything life gives them--sharing moments, making memories, and telling stories." A huge thank you to Héctor and his beautiful family for treating us like royalty, to McKenzie and Pablo for always shining bright and curating these amazing gems in our city, and to my fellow Yelp Elites--I love being part of a community that shares a passion for food and joy. I'll absolutely be back--especially for that matcha and the jalapeño croffle. Can't wait for our next coffee date. See you all soon!

This event was one of the books that's for sure. I was familiar with the location but I had not had…read morea chance to stop in yet and try it out so getting to do so for a Yelp event was just a cherry on top. I don't know if I was more captivated by the food and drink or by the owner's story. I felt like I was hung on every moment of the stories he was telling and it really shaped what this location is all about. It made it more intimate and makes it somewhere I just want to keep going back too. The coffee and tea were all delicious, I didn't have a single thing I disliked or even felt neutral about, it was all A+ stuff. The Cubano sandwich was amazing, the croffles were so good, everything just kept hitting. It was an all out assault on the palate in a good way. It was great to see everyone, people I already knew and getting to know other Yelpers I had not met yet. Uncharted is definitely my stop for coffee now and after taking in all the stories I think I'll be someone that goes in once in a while just to sit down and enjoy a coffee and pastry there.