Tried this as I love the one on I-5 shell station. This one disappointed. The one on Coffee road in Bako was , well, no other way to put it--horrible. Brisket was dry as a piece of leather and the potato salad was loaded with onions and could barely eat it. Funny thing is, you don't see any bbq's fired up anywhere. I think they are cooking in an oven or something. I might try again some time. Hate to be negative, but it has nowhere to go but up. read more

Great food, super friendly and helpful staff. It was an excellent experience all around. Try the mac & cheese, you won't be disappointed!

The food was not good at all, cold, dry and lacked flavor. I definitely miss pork chop and bubbas

Excellent Food! The White Cheddars Mashed Potatoes, with gravy is my fav side! Dan had great customer service, made sure we enjoyed our food! Had a few laughs, definitely will be back! Thank you! read more

I had high hopes for this new Harris BBQ, since Harris Ranch is pretty well known throughout the valley. Unfortunately, the food was very lackluster and somewhat bad. For almost $20, I got a small container of very dry and chewy brisket and just one small side of BBQ Beans, which contained nothing but beans (most BBQ establishments have some type of meat cooked in as well). This was the entirety of the ~$20 meal, no bread, no drink, just some dry brisket and extremely basic beans. You can also purchase some small 4oz sides for about ~$7 each, which would leave a child still hungry. I tried some of the pulled pork, which was OK, but there are only 3 BBQ sauces to choose from (Original, Spicy, and Sweet). It's all very basic and similar, with very little inspiration put into everything. They also sell bottles of their basic BBQ sauces, which are all primarily made with High-fructose corn syrup... I see this as just a quick cash grab by slapping a popular name on low quality BBQ. To end on a positive note though, the service was fast and friendly. read more

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Gave it a second shot and was still underwhelmed. We ordered 2 meals, brisket & pulled pork. Brisket was more like a shredded deep pit and very salty. Pork was even more salty and the portions were very small for the amount of money. When we opened our bag they forgot the 3 sides of Caesar dressing, which left us with a dry salad... super bummer. I would love to see a restaurant survive in that location! read more

Was excited to try Harris BBQ. Wish I could tell you the BBQ sauce was great, but they forgot to give us any. Portions were small, was very disappointed. Don't know if I'll give it a second chance. read more

Loved the beef tips baked potato. They should make a sandwich version. Will be coming back, i hope they open a restaurant here in Bakersfield read more

Food: ate lunch yesterday. Had a tritip sandwich. it was not impressive. Anyone ordering a tritip sandwich will compare it to Firestone Grill. Harris Ranch sandwich is same price and half the meat. French fries were fresh cut russets and they were good. Firestone Tritip sandwich is an inch of meat on a toasted bun. Harris ranch sandwich is about four slices on a plain roll. read more

Well I haven't slept all night and spent most of the night on the floor of my bathroom after eating dinner here. Then team no sleep my child wakes me up vomiting as well. We both ate something completely different for lunch and breakfast so I know it was this place. Reported to health department and I read a report of possible contamination risk for meat so there it is should have addressed this thanks for the worst night ever and I would like my $60 dollars back thanks read more

We tried it for the first time and we were very impressed, We ordered the chicken with the sweet BBQ sauce and the beef tips with the original sauce, both very good. For sides we had the potato salad, coleslaw and beans all were delicious! The staff were very friendly and we got our order fast! We will be back! read more

Harris BBQ has great food and awesome customer service, what more can you want from a restaurant. The California chicken sandwich was filled with a solid piece of chicken thigh. BBQ sauce was amazing and I recommend the sweet or spicy. Come by for a great lunch, you won't regret it. read more

The two things that were good about our visit was our cashier/server. She was amazing and polite, knowledgeable about the menu. The second thing that was good was the Tri-tip sandwich my wife ordered. The meat was moist, tender and nicely seasoned. The only thing that would have made the sandwich better would for the French roll to have been toasted. The brisket sandwich I got was completely opposite of the tri-tip. It was exceptionally dried out, no moisture whatsoever. There was absolutely no fat on the meat anywhere. The strips were cut about 3/8th of an inch thick but the meat itself was very thin. The brisket wouldn't dare be served in any respectable Texas BBQ Their original BBQ sauce tastes like KC Master Piece. Too sweet and thick for the brisket. The extra crispy fries we ordered came out limp and lukewarm. The is only one indoor high top table to sit at. The outside patio seating is only going to be really hospitable for two months of the year... winter and summer dining is going to be brutal. With the Harris Ranch name on the sign you'd expect better all around... read more

The bad: The mac and cheese. Don't do that. The meh: The brisket was dry. Just get a side of the sauce, and you'll be fine. The good: The bbq beans. They're a decent balance of sweet and savory in the sauce. As another review says, there is no meat in the beans (not to presume they're vegetarian. Ask firs), but they don't need it. The sweet bbq sauce. Get it on the side because you'll not want too much of it, but it's good when used sparingly. The great: The ribs. They're the best I've had from a restaurant. You get a generous portion for the price, and they're delicious. Order the sauce on the side because they don't need them. Use the sauce for the brisket. The service. Devin J. was solid. Took my order, asked clarifying questions, followed "on the side" requests from one item to another, and answered my questions accurately. This was my first visit, so he's the only employee I've interacted with there, but he was a great face for the place. He's honestly why I decided to write this review in the first place. read more

Such friendly staff and great customer service! I am addicted to the brisket loaded baked potato! It is delicious

Good BBQ at Harris BBQ! I tried the pulled pork and chicken. Both were delicious, with the pulled pork being juicy and the chicken tender. The BBQ sauce was perfect. The sides were great too. The garlic bread was tasty, and the potato salad was creamy and good. The staff was friendly and helpful. It's a great spot to pick up lunch while you pump your gas or just in the area. I highly recommend Harris BBQ if you're in Bakersfield! read more

We went there when it first opened on a soft opening. Try it out. It was horrible. Them went tried again just to give it a second chance, the same fucking horrible It makes the old barbecue place that was their . Look good that shut down You guys are not gonna last in Bakersfield. Just saying, if you want real barbecue, go to angry barnyard downtown best barbecue spot in bakerfield The tri-tip was dry. The brisket was dry. It was all round f****** disgusting. I hope you guys shut down soon read more

BBQ at its best! Glad to see Harris in Bakersfield. Can't wait for the Restraunt to open!

This was my first visit to Harris BBQ. I ordered on line. The pulled worked, tri-trip, and brisket were delicious. The meat was tender and seasoned well. All sides complimented the meal. The portion size was perfect. My order was on time, packed well, and and the staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. I will be back. read more

First time and food was great. Highly recommend the potato. customer service was awesome. Definitely going back!

I feel the brisket is cooked in the oven and drys it out. Maybe u should look in to a crock pot. U would have all the juices from the meat .Just a suggestion. Cooking tri tip in an oven dries it out . Maybe slice ur try tip a little thinner toast the bun and put a good amount meat in the sandwiches. Make ur own macaroni salad . I am only throwing out some suggestions. read more

If I could give Harris bbq zero stars I would, but the lowest rating that I can select is one very undeserving star. This was my first and last time trying this place. Tbh this was the worst bbq I have ever had! The flavor of everything was kinda strange and seemed like the flavors did not agree with my palette, and at times made me feel like I wanted to throw up. Everything was way too salty and the beans were too spicy and not in a good way. I was able to sample all five sides and all of them were extremely unimpressive. Literally EVERYTHING missed the mark and tasted horrible and everyone with me agreed on how horrible the food was. What was most disappointing for me was the oddly tasting bbq sauce. The true test of a good bbq spot is the great tasting bbq sauce and Harris bbq failed miserably at that. I feel like this place needs to consult with a food scientist or someone with some sort of culinary experience because it's evident that whoever created the recipes has no clue what they're doing. I would have to say if you want good bbq, literally go anywhere else in town except here because you will be disappointed. read more

Food is only so-so, it is a total shame that this less than average establishment replaced Pork Chop and Bubba's BBQ which is outstanding. Harris Ranch is less interesting than McDonald and is over priced for less than Mediocre menu. So save your money and go to anywhere but here read more

Tried the bbq tri tip sandwich with the bbq beans everything was delicious the young man that took my order has great customer service this will be a place I will come back to. read more

The meat is bland, why does it cost more to order than delivered? That is my question

The food was over priced for what you get the tri tip was raw and chewy will not return

They have great customer service. Alexandra is a awesome customer service helper very polite and knowledgeable about the food. The tri tip and briquette melts in your mouth. The best bbq I have had in Bakersfield. read more

Tritip no bueno. Flavorless and very on sandwhich. Chicken wrap was ok. Brisket was fair.

I will chalk this one up to not being open long. I had a tri-tip sandwich and the bread to meat ratio was way off. Tri tip was also dry and tough. The macaroni and cheese was great and the side salad I got wasn't too small. Ribs and brisket was good. read more

Awesome place! Very clean and the staff is so friendly. The tri tip sandwich is soooo good. Meat doesn't pull out when you take a bite. New favorite bbq place in Bakersfield!!!! read more

Harris BBQ has excellent customer service and the food is delicious!! I have tried the pulled pork sandwiches and mashed potatoes and Mac and cheese all has great flavor. read more

Great food, great service, great bbq sauce! The outside patio was nice even in the summer.

I was genuinely hoping to like this place. But I can't, had the tri-tip sandwich, beans and potato salad. The meat what little was on the roll wasn't too bad but they really skimp on the meat. And stay away from the beans and potato salad. read more

Brisket and cheddar was great. My wife had pulled pork and said it was the best she has ever had. I took home a lb. Of brisket.

Service was great and the pulled pork potato was outstanding! So glad this is around the corner from my office.

Great service, and some of the best brisket I have ever tasted. Harris BBQ in Bakersfield, stays true to the Harris Legacy of great food. The outdoor patio was very pleasant and clean!! read more

Terrible food. They won't last long in Bakersfield. Going back to Salty's BbQ and Catering.

Had to give it a try. Total disappointment. I ordered the Brisket and cheese wrap. There was zero cheese, all lettuce and tomatoes and a very small amount of dry brisket. It was large but that size came from 90% Lettuce and tomatoes. Total waste of $. Will not be going back. Pork Chop and Bubbas was a billion times better and they couldn't make there at that location, I can't imagine this place will. They will undoubtedly make a splash on their name but once people realize how bad it is the name won't matter. Stick to the local guys. read more

The bbq was good but too expensive for what you get. Unfortunately I think that is just where we are with minimum wage being so high. Less product higher prices. Service was great. read more

I have been waiting since they announced the opening of the Harris Ranch BBQ Bakersfield. I was so excited to see that it had opened and we were just coming home from being up north. Sadly we stopped at the Original Harris Ranch Express. There is no comparison. To say we were disappointed is an understatement. I ordered the Pulled Pork Fries. It was ok, my husband had the mac n' cheese. The mac n' cheese was not like the one on 198. The people that have been hired need a little more history lessons, but must say have brains in their heads and are very friendly. I am hoping that some of the recipes will make their way down from Lemoore. I will make another try in a month or so. Will see if food improves. read more