Tonight was mine and my husband's first time dining at HITA, and it lived up to the type! The…read moreservice was exceptional. Multiple people of the restaurant took time to wish us a happy anniversary and even comped our dessert for that. The atmosphere was so cool! Red and gold walls, dim lighting, and big band / jazz playing makes for a good time. The food was incredible! We ordered the stuffed mushrooms for our app; my husband had the ribeye, and I had the NY strip for our entrees. We also had the malva pudding for dessert. Genuinely, everything that we ate was delicious. We will 100% be returning.

Who knew that Bakersfield had so many charming restaurants. After having some amazing Polynesian…read morecocktails at Tiki-Ko, we made our way to Horse in the Alley for dinner. Located inside one of the oldest buildings in downtown Bakersfield, the atmosphere was relaxed with old-school steakhouse vibes. Service was extremely friendly and helpful. Our server Samantha was a joy to dine with. Cocktails were spot on, their Old Fashioned is a must. We started with the shrimp cocktail, though I was surprised that the shrimp were warm. They were plump and juicy, but warm. I dunno, was kind of head-scratching on that one. Next time I'll ask for the shrimp to be cold. Steaks were perfectly cooked, so juicy and so tender. Sleeper hit was their insanely delicious lamb chops! Not gamey at all, soft, flavorful, so good. Desserts we ordered their caramel cheesecake as well as a slice of Malva Pudding Cake. While it looks like chocolate cake, it's far from it. Made with apricot jam it was moist and tender. We had the best time at Horse in the Alley! If ever in Bakersfield I'd highly recommend visiting them. Oh, reservations only!

This is a serene equine therapy facility minutes outside Bakersfield. Green grass, flowers, happy…read morehorses make a calming therapeutic environment. The staff are so wonderful. They are open, welcoming, focused on helping adults and children with autism, PTSD, and other emotional and behavioral issues. I have heard so many good things about this place from patients I see over the years. Highly recommend this place.

The place is outstanding…read more MARE has taken horses that nobody wants, and utilized them to help people who need them. The M.A.R.E. Story Founded in 1990 by Diane Hopkins; Ron, Dorothy and Matt Evans; Angela and Mary Litterilla; and a wonderful Arabian mare named Tana -- the seeds of a therapeutic riding program were planted.  In September, M.A.R.E. (Mastering Abilities Riding Equines) was born allowing special needs children and adults in Kern County to experience freedom of movement, freedom of spirit, and freedom from judgment.  Today, M.A.R.E. continues to provide "hope on horseback," for exceptional equestrians in Kern County.  M.A.R.E. is where miracles happen one stride at a time.   Beginning in 1990, M.A.R.E. held premier accredited center status through the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association which became PATH Int'l.  M.A.R.E. is currently a member center in good standing with PATH Int'l (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship).  M.A.R.E. adheres to PATH Int'l therapeutic riding center accreditation safety standards and proudly employs PATH Int'l certified therapeutic riding instructors.  M.A.R.E.'s exceptional equestrians participate in weekly equine-assisted therapies and activities that are designed to improve their performance of daily living activities, and enrich their social and recreational experiences. MARE also needs donations, whether the donations being monetary or anything used on a ranch.

Brian and Ana are wonderful people - and I highly recommend! I started with the Horsemanship 101…read moreclass and am now taking lessons. He is patient and kind and I appreciate the time he takes with me around horses. I am enjoying this new chapter of my life thanks for Brian and Ana!

Me and my wife spent a few hours at the Ranch with Brian and Anna and I can't say enough nice…read morethings about it. Loved the experience and they truly take pride in not only teaching you to ride but truly connecting with the horse which I loved. Will be coming back for sure:)

I saw this advertisement and tried to call about lessons for leisure. I went online and tried…read moreseveral times calling the listed number. I can't seem to get in touch with them at all! Are they still in business?? I would really like to start lessons.

From the owner: Ready 2 Ride is a comprehensive riding academy that focuses on safety and centered riding. We ride…read moreboth English and Western, either on your own horse, or one of our wonderful lesson horses. Whether you are interested in heading for the show pen or just learn how to ride for fun, we are the place. Family oriented, clean, safe and professional, I have been competing, training and giving lessons for over 15 years and look forward to making horse dreams come true :)

Absolutely love the training. The training helps with building self esteem and confidence for my…read morekiddos. They are learning lots of responsibility too. Kim is great and knows her stuff. Highly recommend for any level of experience.

My daughter attended their winter horse camp and loved it. Kim is great with kids and gives a very…read morethorough explanation of all things horse. The stables were clean and the horses were well cared for. We'll definitely be back for lessons!

Can't say enough great things about this place. They did an awesome job accommodating our young…read moregrandkids. It's something when a 2.5 year say they are sad to be going home!!! Can't wait to go back!!!

As grandparents we brought 2 grandsons (aged 9 and 7) for the first time. The kids loved it as did…read morethe adults. The activities for the kids is amazing and kept them well entertained. Horseback riding was great for all of us. We were there in August when it was warm and so the pool was very much apprectiated. Great time overall.

I bought a t shirt and it came in a beautiful box with a thank you. I'm ready to donate more to…read moretheir cause, in which I truly believe. Chris Goddard

This is a great outdoor venue. My family just attended a beautiful wedding there. The grounds are…read morewell maintained. The staff was kind and friendly. Fun little experience walking through and checking out the animals. Enjoyed seeing the zebra.

Visiting this incredible facility, is like going back in time, but cutting edge products are…read moreavailable in small or super-large quantities. Andrew and his outstanding colleagues are experts in knowing exactly what products will work best for you. If you give him a minimum of 60 Days notice, he can handcraft gear, such as chaps, to your specifications. This place is a goldmine!!!

They always have my feed, owner and employees are very courteous, friendly, provide great customer…read moreservice and very efficient. When I'm in a hurry, they NEVER disappoint!

Nice place to ride . The horses are nice too. Denise is an awesome instructor…read more She made me feel very comfortable on the horse.

My daughter has been getting riding lessons every sat or sun since 2011 and she loves it…read more Denise is very patient and well experienced. Every weekend my daughter looks forward to her lesson and Denise always goes the extra mile to make sure she is safe and most of all enjoys her time riding. I recommend Denise to anyone that wants to get to know horses.