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    Chef's Choice Noodle Bar

    3.8 (862 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    John H.

    We haven't eaten at this restaurant in a while. It's set in the Marketplace, which is on the opposite of town. It is a really nice atmosphere with outside dining. The menu is a little confusing and our server was very happy to help us out. We had the cashew stir fry with shrimp, fried rice, and chow mein. Our food came out quickly. It was a good stir fry. The vegetables had just the right amount of crunch. We both enjoyed the fried rice and we really liked the way the cashew nut was seasoned. We sat on the patio and enjoyed watching the world go by.

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    Michelle M.

    My wife and I enjoyed their happy hour menu during Monday Night Football. We thought their deals for happy hour were good. We had garlic edamame, gyoza, and shirmp tempura, which were delicious. We then shared an order of drunken noodles and fried rice. Everything was good! The service was great, the hostess was very nice. We sat in the bar area to order from the happy hour menu. The restaurant was clean with a classy vibe.

    Tom Kha Pad See Ew Drunken Noodle
    Heather A.

    I've been eyeing this place for quite some time and finally took the chance and was not disappointed! The food was amazing, my boyfriend and I loved every single dish we ordered. I got the drunken noodle with shrimp, he got the pad see ew with beef, then we got a side of the tom kha to share. Our waitress was sweet and attentive while the restaurant was quiet and chill. We were able to enjoy our food and drink while we chatted a bit. Definitely will be back!

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    Ian S.

    Amazing decor and interior with full bar. Lots of seating indoor and outside. Service was fast and friendly. Items came out quickly. The panang curry was outstanding. Actually better than some Thai places we frequent. Nice variety of menu options. Dessert options were plenty but didn't have time to get anything. Servings were more for individuals rather than sharing. Bigger portions would be nice but then I'm a big eater. Highly recommend.

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    Celeste G.

    The pad see-ew is so delicious! Great flavor and definitely an amazing plate. Entering the restaurant me and my party of 3 were assisted immediately. Server was an amazing gentlemen! Very friendly and great customer service. Server was very kind to my toddler and engaged with my entire party. We were checked on often and had all our request immediately. Fair pricing and high quality food. Will be returning.

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    Keia C.

    I have been coming to this restaurant for years and I think this new place is beautiful. But boy, have they gotten pricey! My favorite item on the menu is the crab fried rice and it has gone up to a whooping $29! I mean, I know they use real crab but my goodness, I'd like to get an entree also and once you add that your bill is well over $60 and that's without drinks! I enjoyed all of my food including my espresso martini! The hubby and I will come back for another date night but with the prices I'll leave my greedy kids home lol.

    Vodka wings and Drunken Noodle
    Grace G.

    Our family has been coming to the Noodle Bar for years. My husband was wanting some drunken noodle and I wanted to try their happy hour food and drinks. All our food came and quickly and was fresh. Everything was very good but the star was their vodka wings. I also had a lemon drop martini that was great. Bonus with the Noodle Bar is that happy hour is everyday.

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    Wonderful people, food taste great, everything on time. Place super clean. No complaints al all.

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    My favorite Thai food in town! Lisa the bartender works harder than anyone here! She is in the zone

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    Food is excellent. I always try and stop here when I am in California at least once. Recommended.

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    Food was great! The drunken noddles were my favorite but they are definitely spice 7/10. The place is super cute and server was very sweet.

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    Love this place! Great food. Also, have done preorder take out for Thanksgiving sides & was very happy with them.

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    I'm confused website says happy hour every day at the top but the bottom on the website says happy hour mon to fri which one is it?

    Our happy hour is daily

    Is their new location open?

    Yes

    Is there any vegan desserts?

    Mario, They have a sticky Rice and Mango I know for sure and I’m sure they have more. If you’re friends of them on FB Nick will respond pretty quick to private messages

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    Bangkok Street Food

    4.4
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    Bangkok Street Food was a nice find in Bakersfield. Stopped by one night to grab a quick dinner…read more The service was friendly and efficient, the food was delicious, and the place wasn't too crowded. Well definitely be back again. Atmosphere: 3/5 Service: 3/5 Food: 4/5 Value: 4/5 Total: 3.5/5 Price: $ Rating Criteria: Based on comparisons to other establishments in the area 1/5: Terrible, would not recommend 2/5: Might be worth it depending on price and other factors. 3/5: Solid option. Average in this category for the area. 4/5: Above average and excels in this area. 5/5: Excellent, needs no improvement Pricing Criteria: Based on what we spent $: $0 - $50 per person $$: $50 - $100 per person $$$: $100 - $200 per person $$$$: $200 - $500 per person $$$$$: $500+ per person Please be mindful that reviews are based on personal experience which may differ from person to person based upon a multitude of factors (individual/specific workers, time of day, personal preferences, etc). Pricing may also differ and is reflected here based on what we paid for our meal. We typically enjoy multiple courses with our meals including appetizers, salads, entrees, desserts, and sometimes drinks or tasting menus when available. Please do your own research if concerned about potential pricing.

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    Blue Table Thai Cuisine

    4.5
    (251 reviews)
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    Locally owned & operated
    Vegetarian friendly

    Blue Table Thai Cuisine is a great little place in Bakersfield. We have eaten there, taken food…read morehome and taken it to a hotel. It just depends on what we are up to. This time we had it for pick up and drove it all the way home. It heated up perfectly. Parking is easy in the lot right in front and the place is cute, clean and comfortable. The service is just great. Be it on the phone for pick up or dinning there, you will get the best service, fast, friendly and kind. Their prices are fair for the great food the serve. We have been several times. We love their fried rice and their white rice. They have great egg rolls and noodle dishes that are just outstanding. Anything with shrimp in it is great. We love their chicken pot stickers and their yellow curry puff is a must try. Also get their salmon with the red curry sauce and their crispy garlic salmon. They also have a great rib eye dish. Have fun.

    This was our first visit to Blue Table. I wanted to try the Pad See Ew. It's my standard dish I…read moreorder whenever I go to a Thai restaurant. At my favorite place in Lancaster, I order the combination and it comes with chicken, beef and shrimp for $20. The place I go to in Tehachapi charges $2.50 extra to get shrimp added to it. This place charges $5 for shrimp, so it would've been a $25 meal. So I just ordered the beef, and it was good. I would definitely eat here again. My husband ordered a shrimp dish. It was really good. Customer service was great. He kept my ice tea filled, and I go through a lot of it! We definitely look forward to our next visit. 7/25/26

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    Nice and clean!!!
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    Thai House

    Thai House

    4.2
    (424 reviews)
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    Thai house holds its own when it comes to Thai food in Bakersfield…read more THE FOOD.. Gyoza were tasty--especially with the side sauce--and the Shrimp Pad Thai really stood out. The shrimp had that perfect snap, and the noodles were tender. The dish was a little too sweet for my taste, but a splash of soy sauce balanced it backbto normal. The Chicken Pad Thai was similar--same quick fix, same great result. STAFF.. Even though it was busy, the staff were friendly and attentive, keeping our drinks filled and service was smooth. Solid food, great people--definitely worth the visit.. Thai House in Bakersfield is my go-to backup spot for Pad Thai when my usual place has a long wait.

    Had the Tom Kha Gai (coconut cream chicken soup). It was very good and the hot pot kept it…read moresteaming. My wife thought it was a bit too sweet. When I mentioned it to the staff they politely told me to ask for it to be less sweet next time. That was really cool and all the staff were attentive and polite. The atmosphere is good because the staff makes you feel like family. The prices are fair and the portions are generous. We also ordered the Pad Khee Mow ( Drunken noodles) regular spicy. I asked them to bring me some chili paste to make mine spicier and was brought some right away. The Pad Khee Mow was awesome and fulfilled my craving for at least a week or so. But there was also left overs too. Good food, good service at a good price. If you're craving Thai this spot is a great choice.

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    Larb with a side of rice and extra lime.
    Larb with a side of rice and extra lime.
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    Blue Elephant

    Blue Elephant

    4.0
    (867 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Came here for Mother's Day and this place was absolutely packed. Small dining room but from all the…read moreawards you can tell this spot is genuinely loved by the community. Servers were flying around all night but still sweet and attentive. Pad see ew 9/10 - Standard, does the job. Got it with beef and it was exactly what you'd expect. Nothing to complain about, nothing to rave about either. Tom kha 9/10 - Coconut forward and loaded with veggies. This one was delicious. The broth alone you'd want to drink straight from the bowl. Panang beef short rib 9/10 - Got way more short rib than we anticipated which was a pleasant surprise. Awesome dish, the panang was rich and had great depth. Fried chicken 8/10 - Good amount and impressively tender for chicken breast. The tamarind dipping sauce ties it all together nicely. Dumplings in panang 6/10 - Tasted like standard dumplings but served in panang curry which is an interesting combo. Not sure if this is a common Thai thing but it works, just didn't blow us away. Blue Elephant fried rice 9/10 - Well seasoned, savory, and honestly awesome. One of the better fried rices I've had. Would definitely come back, maybe on a quieter night to actually enjoy the space.

    Today was Memorial Day and we were lucky to find a restaurant that wasn't a chain and open on this…read moreimportant holiday. Cha Cha was our most excellent server today. She was cheerful, kind and attentive. We shared the Tom Kah soup with chicken, the Pad Thai with pork, and the Cashew chicken. Every dish was delicious and beautifully plated. Their dishes are always fresh and prepared to order. No wonder they are one of Bakersfield's go to restaurants for Thai cuisine. The Blue Elephant has a warm and cozy interior of wood paneling. Soft music in the background. If you haven't tried them I recommend you do so.

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    Steaming! Chicken Pad Thai.
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    Jasmine & The New Taste

    Jasmine & The New Taste

    4.3
    (450 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    When you're downtown on a Monday night, there are not a lot of places open for dinner. We were so…read morehappy to find Jasmine's open until 9:30pm on Monday. They are closed on Sundays...there has to be a trade off. This place has a very authentic feel and smell. I was instantly transported to a small cafe I visited in Asia. It was amazing and is definitely where the 5 stars comes from. Many may see this as a hole in the wall or super basic, but I really see it as authentic and very cheerful. It is on Chester right next door to Jerry's Pizza. We arrived close to 9pm but we were not rushed. They seemed to genuinely want to take care of us and make sure we had a wonderful meal. We really appreciated their attention. We were mindful of the time and did not want to be there too late, but they were happy we were there. There were many other late night diners and several who stopped in to pick up and go. This is a well loved place! We split the Pad Thai dinner and there was plenty for 2. It was very tasty and not overdone on the peanut flavor. it was just right. We also split an order of the crab Rangoon. They had those packed and the sauce was so wonderful. I am dreaming of the next time we can grab some to go or stay and enjoy their sweet place.

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    Jasmine & The New Taste
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    4.2
    (263 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    Clean restaurant
    45. Spicy Fried Rice and pad se ewe
    45. Spicy Fried Rice and pad se ewe
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    Singha Thai

    Singha Thai

    4.1
    (333 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Popped into this place last night while finishing up my errands. I was pleasantly surprised to find…read moreout that they are open later than most of the restaurants in the same area. The restaurant is located on California and Stockdale in a nonchalant retail center and kind of tucked in the back. There is plenty of parking and it is safe as there are a ton of lights around. When I walked in the place was a little busy with a few families wrapping up their dinners. They have a few booths, one long community table in the middle of the restaurant and then they have a large booth that can probably accommodate 4 to 5 adult adults. The staff was very pleasant and friendly. And my server was kind enough to explain the level of spiciness for each curry and how they are prepared. There is a sign at the check-in encounter that states they do not use MSG in their restaurant... So I'm sure this is a major plus for people that are sensitive to MSG. I ordered the eggrolls from the appetizer menu, a Thai iced tea with Boba, and the chicken curry, which is a yellow, mild curry, and that came with a side of rice. The Thai iced tea was delicious. Unlike other places, I've had it. It was not too sweet, just sweet enough. The Boba was tender and chewy and was also sweetened so whoever made it knew what they were doing. The eggrolls came out and were served with a side of what I will call cucumber relish. The cucumber relish was delicious and so refreshing. It contained finally sliced cucumber, as well as minced red onion, and some sort of sauce, and a little bit of sweetness. It definitely complimented the egg rolls. The eggrolls are vegetarian egg rolls. They do contain glass noodles. While they were delicious and fresh, I found them to be a little bit bland. The vegetables inside the egg roll could use a little seasoning and they could have been cooked a little bit longer to get the vegetables to steam a little bit longer. While I like my vegetables firm, I definitely don't like them raw, especially inside an egg roll. The chicken curry was also very tasty. And while it is the milder of the curries, it had a little punch. That is OK by me because I like spicy things. The curry broth or sauce was very flavorful and creamy. The chicken was also delicious. It was diced or sliced white meat, it looks like they use chicken breast, and you could tell that it was seasoned and potentially boiled in a seasoned broth. So everything blended together and was flavorful. The chicken curry also had some potato... I personally would like more potato and maybe some carrots. The white rice was also good... It was pretty standard and customary however they could add a little bit more. While looking at the menu, I noticed that they had lunch specials and they were very good deals. I recommend this place either for lunch or for dinner... I am definitely going back to try some of the other dishes. My meal was so good. I ordered pineapple fried rice to go. And of course, I had to taste it when I got home. It was tasty but could use a little more seasoning. Since it's been overnight in my fridge already, I am hoping that the flavors had an opportunity to blend together and I'm looking forward to enjoying it for lunch later today. Enjoy! Ps. I posted a picture of one of my to-go containers... they are great quality and leak proof, which is a major plus when you have to take saucy food home.

    It doesn't look like much because it's in the strip, but it's actually really really good…read more Delicious Thai food. The shrimps are always delicious and Flesch and their nails are huge for the price that you pay. Really nice service family owned really enjoyed it lots of flavors and really enjoy the atmosphere of a small sitting area so on some busy nights it does get pretty crowded if you go in earlier or later, you're always bound to get a seat. They're also really good. It's a takeout place if you just take it home and relax.

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    Vegan Pad Thai with Tofu (no eggs)
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