Went thereafter Saturday for my friend bday party. The var was classy nice benches and barstools…read more The KJ was great the crowd cheered every one on and danced. The prices are good as well.

The female bartender was not only rude, but just trash. She yelled at us in front of all of the bar…read morebecause we didn't pull out our ID's quick enough for her. This was a regular place I'd visit. No mas. Not ever again. I won't spend a penny here again .

What can I say? Soooo glad we stopped here at The Botanist for lunch today on our way to Paso…read moreRobles. My husband commented that it made him want to move to Bakersfield which made our server Emily laugh. Limited parking in back and some street parking. We walked in without a reservation at 11:15 on a Friday and were the first customers of the day. Great decor, dim lighting, vintage looking furniture which does not sacrifice comfort for artistry. Our cocktails and meals were spectacular: Botanist Fashioned: 5/5-the brown sugar cinnamon syrup added a spicy bite to each sip which was unexpected and fun. Watermelon Sugar High:4/5-refreshing with watermelon juice freshly made in house and an ice cube with mint frozen in it. Seared cauliflower: 4/5-great appetizer for 2. The crispy chicken sandwich and the Botanist smash burger:5/5-Both had super flavorful pickles and toasted buns which always add a lovely crunch to each bite. If you're ever in Bakersfield and are at least 21, this place is well worth it! We'll hopefully be back someday. Highly recommend!

I honestly was just looking for some take-out but I had such a good time at the botanist!…read more I love a good moody interior so I sat at the bar and the lovely bartenders were so sweet! I ended up getting a burger, fries, and a mocktail! The food was amazing but, from a student's perspective, I will say it wasn't a cheap eat. I really enjoyed the experience though so I didn't mind the little splurge! :) Would definitely come back here with friend for the apps and drinks!

I see you El Puesto! Everything about our dining experience was A+!…read more Upon arrival on a Wednesday evening we had an approx. 5 minute wait to be seated which was quick for a party of 8. All the staff were friendly and checked on our table frequently. Lots of fun & mostly Spanish music was played at a decent volume throughout the evening & they played a different song for each party celebrating a birthday ~ They let you choose from a shot or a flan for the birthday, you better choose wisely ~~~ The food was plated thoughtfully and went with their nature inspired theme throughout the restaurant. Everything we ate was well-seasoned and the portions were massive. We really enjoyed our time at El Puesto. You'll love it too if you appreciate concept restaurants.

If you are looking for a peaceful escape from the office grind, timing is your best friend. We…read morerolled in for a Wednesday lunch with the coworkers and found a literal oasis. With only two other parties seated, it was blissfully quiet. This is a rare treat when you actually want to hear your colleagues speak. The Main Event: Enchiladas con Mole. I opted for the $14 Lunch Special, and the value to flavor ratio was off the charts. The Enchiladas con Mole were a revelation. They were deep, complex, and packed with a spicy punch. The Sidekick: The beans were just okay, but with mole that soulful, I was not complaining. The Refresher: The Cucumber and Lime Agua Fresca was the MVP. It was crisp, refreshing, and the perfect cooling counterpoint to the heat. I genuinely wish I had ordered a second one. The Vibe and Service: The decorations are absolutely darling and make the experience. While our server was perfectly nice, they were a bit of a disappearing act despite the empty room. I am definitely curious to come back for dinner though. They have a great setup for live music that looks promising. Know Before You Go: The Receipt Trap: Heads up! They added an automatic 18% gratuity to our check. I am not sure if it was because we were a party of seven, but I did not notice until after I had already added a tip.

You get what you paid for. Dark, dingy bar with strong drinks and colorful locals…read more It is pretty hopping on the weekends. If you go on Wednesday at noon it is a real bar. You might get to drink with the bar tender, or play a fun dice game. Very reasonably priced.

I haven't been here since I was 21 years and now I'm 40 years old…read more Big upgrade new style.. Security at the front door and back exit, but they monitor all areas, so even if you tried to dip out in the back, they will capture you. So you will end up in Kern County Activities. I can't blame my bartender for not putting cherries in my drink, even though I told her not to, she was the only one behind the bar. Either way. The restrooms were very clean with great lighting. I am amazed by the fact that there was only one bartender for the whole night for Friday 07/10/26 and she made the drinks agreat plus she ran the bar smooth AF. GREAT PLAYLIST from people willing to drop money on the jukebox. I took advantage and networked, so hopefully commission check will come in fatter. Overall great atmosphere plus great drinks/musicb solid 10/10. The cherries taste like they've been soaked in alcohol which maybe taste my whiskey sour taste off. After work activities. Fyi my whiskey sour was delicious but the cherries were bitter. 10/10 for establishment.

My favorite place in town! I am so thankful to have a tiki bar located so close to me with such…read moregreat bartenders. If you are looking for a great community, look no further than here! Tiki Ko is constantly holding weekly meet-ups for tiki bar fans and I highly recommend the Explorers Club on Tuesday if you are looking for something to do during the week! They also have Mug Club on Wednesdays and trivia on occasion, so there is a reason to go for everyone! Just make sure you eat before as they don't serve food.

Haven't been in here for probably 15 years. It's changed- a bit. I love Tiki bars and I go to every…read moreTiki bar I can find. It's tiny- like a lot of tiki spots. Decor is nice. Little hidden gems. Lighting is dark with bits color and neon popping through. The Bar Top curves around the bar- there are two booths that seat 5-6 and two short tables next to them- one seats 4- the other will comfortably seat two. There are a few bench style seating areas at the front with some short coffee tables. Think- skater tiki bar. The drinks were good- small menu if you're not sure what you want or are new to tiki. Both sides of the menu are the same menu. There are some nice mocktail options as well- you don't see that often. The service for me is mixed- it wasn't busy- steady but not busy- 1/4 full. I ordered two drinks to start for our table- (no cocktail servers here/not unusual for a small Tiki bar) I asked for a soda water- the bartender looked at me without a word- popped open a can of soda water and walked away. When he walked back by, I asked for a glass of ice- he said nothing and I got an eye-roll huff. I almost left. I don't think providing a glass with ice to pour your canned room temp soda water in, is too wacky an idea to be perturbed by the request. The female who took the order was friendly, smiled and was professional. We got a third cocktail- the Mai Tai. The grumpy bartender was friendlier this time. So, that helped. Maybe he felt overwhelmed and I threw off his groove by asking for water- then a glass... either way- being annoyed wasn't cool. The music.... Wasn't Tiki- it threw off the "Tiki Vibe" and made it feel typical small local bar that serves only Tiki drinks with some Tiki decor. It didn't take you to the land of Tiki- disappointed. Drinks were good.

Nice space for any celebration Plenty of space…read more Owner is helpful Chairs an tables can be move to your preference

I tried this new restaurant in Bakersfield at the airport. The service was really good with good…read moremusic playing in background. The food was excellent. I ordered the fried calamari, scallops ceviche, and carne ceviche. All were delicious. I would recommend if you are in the area to give the place a try.

Adon was my friendly and attentive server this evening. I…read moreordered the Salmon Tropical Ceviche a combination of Salmon, mango, avocado, jalapeño, red onions cilantro served with blue tortilla chips. It was bright and citrusy with the sweetness of the mango to balance the flavors and a lovely creamy finish with the avocado. The jalapeños were perfect, just enough heat but not overpowering. I was very happy to pay only $10 for a glass of Justin Cabernet. They do not have an extensive wine list, but they do offer several tasty wines that will pair well with their menu items. No happy hour but they do have a daily special of a New York Steak with pasta and 2 drinks for $60. That's a pretty good deal as far as I'm concerned. Sadly they aren't open for lunches, although they open at 3:00 Saturdays & 2:00 Sundays. Plenty of TV's for those so inclined. Country music playing in the background. They also have a lovely patio. I'm definitely coming back to try their steaks soon. Definitely check them out!

This place is beautiful . Super modern and reminds me of Tulum. We usually visit as a family with…read moremy toddler and staff has always been very welcoming (can be nerve wrecking because other restaurants usually give the side eye to children but not ritmo). We do choose to sit outside and that doesn't affect their service. Noel was our server this past Sunday and he was very attentive and kind. We ordered the porter house steak with garlic mashed potatoes and it was incredibly delicious. My son ordered the chicken alfredo an entree and almost finished it all because it was so dang good. This restaurant never misses , it is consistent with their service and food. We will be back for the x28373727728272 time.

I must say this was my first time actually staying in Bakersfield and I was honestly surprised that…read morethe Marriott was completely booked! Granted it looked like all construction workers because there was nothing else but oversized trucks in their parking lot! My fiancé Googled "clean hotel without bed bugs" and Padre Hotel came up first! Their online reviews were great and we were exhausted and needed to rest! We pulled into their valet parking just to drop off our things. As my fiancé parked the car, across the street in the over night garage, I was able to get a Single King room on a Monday night for $159. As we walked into our room #701, it was rather small, but fine since it was just the two of us. As I sat on the bed, it was actually hard! Yay!!!! I can't STAND soft beds and rather sleep on the floor! Haha no joke! Then my fiancé went into the restroom and suddenly he tapped on something glass sounding as I was turning ing on the tv..... I noticed there was a curtain by the bed, so I pulled it across and lo and behold by the bed was the shower and just a curtain the person from the outside of the shower could open/close as they please..... hee. We also had a mini fridge in the room along with a desk and chair. We had planned on staying one night, but got inside LA, and we figured we'd extend our stay. Upon doing so, we went downstairs the next day and asked if there was a deal if we could stay 3-4 days, and sure enough there was!!!! It's always great to see what happens once you ask! Hee. We got a larger room with a corner room location, I forgot the room number, but the restroom was larger and had a separate wall between the toilet and shower area, so if someone was in the shower, someone else could use the toilet and not be seen. This longer hotel room also had a chaise lounge chair and a better view of their downtown area, granted a lot of the places have closed. Overall, I honestly loved our stay here! It reminded me of a county version of The Fairmont SF! They constantly played new aged country music in the lobby! Then on Fridays and Saturdays there was a live band or singer in the bar area! I love how they had a community aspect to the hotel with some local live entertainment!!! My fiancé also loved watching The Knicks play on the bar tv with other people at the bar! Hee. Oh and they had an adorable coffee shop that made Ready To Order items downstairs too! See my review at Farmacy Cafe, but too freaking too! Country SHREK! Hee We will definitely be back again!!!!!

The Padre Hotel is a historic vintage jewel with updated slick styling…read more Service is outstanding from (Sara) front desk, (John) Brimstone Bar, (Alexis Food services Mgr) Farmacy Cafe to (Iman) housekeeping. The only hotel we will use when visiting Bakersfield.