We stopped in for dinner at Kage (pronounced kah-geh) Asian Bistro off Rosedale for the first time. The ambience was enchanting and the dishes we tried were delicious. I was surprised how reasonable the prices were for the setting. We started with the Spicy Cucumber which was flavorful and refreshing and thankfully not as spicy as I anticipated- one of my favorites. Next we tried the grilled oysters which were lightly grilled in a ginger & garlic chili ponzu. We ordered the Crispy Delights which was a smorgasbord of crispy egg rolls, salt & pepper wings, and tempura shrimp & veggies. I had a cup of their Dumpling Soup which will definitely become one of my go to dishes. We finished up with the Ebi Zarandeado- butterflied shrimp basted in an aioli miso chili garlic sauce. ‍ Everything was amazing and we agreed to come back to try a few more of their dishes soon. Can't wait!! The ambience was beautiful and there were surprising details that unfolded the longer you look around. The bar area feels upscale and would be a great space for an event or get together. Classy, delicious, and reasonable. If you haven't stopped in, give it a try. read more

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Went to Kage yesterday and had a blast! It's like walking into a club but decorated with an Asian theme. As a currently active member of the Asian community this place gets a big thumbs up from me! Now don't get me wrong... I ain't bringing my Uncle Tian Yi here for authentic straight off the mainland type of food, I'm bringing him here to check out the cool vibes and run through the extensive Asian themed alcoholic drink list. (I was told by my therapist that drinking alone is a problem. I can quit anytime. It's not a problem) Food wise we had the shrimp appetizer which was delicious... Ngl I did the cardinal sin of taking the last one without asking if anyone else wanted it. We also had the green beans ( they're green beans idk what else to add) and I got the miso cod. Fish was well seasoned though I wish portion sizes were a bit bigger but can't help that I'm a big boy Anyways check this place out. Bring your friends. Bring your uncle Tian yi. Watch a YouTube video on how to hold chopsticks accurately and impress your friends. read more

Kage is such a vibe! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere immediately stands out. The dark, moody lighting, red lanterns, greenery, and Asian-inspired decor make the entire restaurant feel elevated without being overly formal. It's definitely a great spot for a date night, but I could also see it being perfect for birthdays, perfect to host a larger group. They had a DJ playing during our visit, which added to the atmosphere without turning the restaurant into a nightclub. The music was at a good level where you could still actually enjoy dinner and have a conversation. For food, we tried the spicy edamame and spicy noodles with chicken, along with a few other dishes to share. Everything was flavorful and presented beautifully. We obviously couldn't leave without dessert either, and both desserts were a great way to finish the meal. The cocktails deserve their own shoutout. Not only were they good, but the presentation matched the whole aesthetic of the restaurant. Colorful, creative, and definitely picture worthy. What impressed me most was the service. Their system happened to be down during our visit, but the staff handled it extremely well and still kept everything moving efficiently. Special shoutout to our bartender, Robert, who took great care of us and helped make the experience even better. It's easy to provide good service when everything is running smoothly, so seeing the team handle an unexpected issue without letting it negatively affect the experience says a lot. read more

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This is a new, exciting place a lot of people are raving about. The place is roomy, very well decorated, with a lot of young people and loud electronic music. The servers are young, slender, and dressed in all black. We tried a few appetizer, the beef and asparagus skewers and carpaccio was wonderful. The cocktails were really good too. My main course was miso encrusted cod. The cod was made perfectly, but I was hoping for more savory and less sweet. My wife had Korean Short ribs, which was OK. Overall the ambiance is 10/10, food is average. read more

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What an amazing new restaurant!!! When we arrived the place was nice and crowded with a special vibe. Everyone is dressed nice and the energy is great. We visited on a Saturday around 8, wait was about an hour and we got seated right before 9. The restaurant is loud and fun . AC was blowing ... beautiful inside . I am blown away at how delicious the food was. I can't begin to describe all the delicious plates we had. We tried a variety of appetizers and entrees. Flavor and quality was a ten ! Last service was great. Our waiter was amazing. I wish I could remember his name. He was very attentive and recommended some delicious food ... I would definitely return and recommend!! read more

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I came in a group of 8 on a Saturday night for a birthday. Kage was incredibly packed at the time and weren't taking reservations. The inside was dimly lit and decorated with cute lanterns and candles - I almost felt like I was in LA. The music was very loud though, and I could barely hear my friends who were standing right next to me. We ordered the yuzu honey walnut shrimp and ribeye asparagus to share. Both were delicious, but the yuzu honey walnut shrimp was my favorite! My friend and I shared the miso black cod and miso popcorn shrimp for our entrees. The miso black cod was very yummy and the sauce was delicious. The miso popcorn shrimp was yummy, but I'd definitely recommend the yuzu honey walnut shrimp over this one. I also tried both the Hello miss kitty and dragon dance - the dragon dance was my favorite as it was a little sweeter and had less of an alcoholic taste. Overall, we had a great experience at Kage and will be back for the next special occasion! read more

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Came at 8pm for a late dinner with friends. You could hear the music from outside of the building which surprised me a bit. We sat at the bar while waiting for a table and the service was great and the drinks were very good! When we got moved to our table we were right under a speaker and we could barely hear each other. We also couldn't hear the server and as we waited for our food the music kept getting louder. We kept trying to talk but it ended up feeling very disconnected because we were just trying to read each others lips and mimic facial expressions which was unfortunate. Back to the food and drinks though, everything was incredible! It all tasted so good and it came out in a timely manner. So if you're looking to sit down and talk, I'd maybe recommend going earlier, though I don't know when they start playing music as this was my first time here. read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Half moon sour - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

We checked out Kage Asian Bistro & Lounge and overall had a great experience! The decor and interior are gorgeous, and the whole place has a really nice atmosphere. Service was super fast, and our waiter was extremely nice and attentive. Our food came out really quickly too. The music inside is definitely on the louder side. I personally didn't mind it because it helped drown out some of the background chatter, but it did make it a little harder for my husband and I to hear each other. Here's what we ordered: Chili Ponzu Gyoza -- 10/10 Hands down the best thing we ordered! SO good. The outside had the perfect crunch and the chili ponzu sauce was incredible. Definitely a must-order! Spicy Noodles with Chicken -- 9/10 Packed with flavor and the chicken was cooked perfectly. It was super juicy and tender, almost like it had been slow-cooked. Definitely another favorite. Dragon Dance Cocktail -- 8/10 Such a cute, vibrant pink drink and really refreshing with a fruity flavor. My only complaint is that I wish it was just a little stronger but overall, I really liked it! Bakersfield Roll -- 5/10 The fresh jalapeño on top was a nice touch, but unfortunately the flavors in this one just didn't really do it for us. Overall, we had a really good experience. The space is gorgeous, the service was great, and there were definitely some standout dishes. We'll for sure be back for those gyoza and spicy noodles! read more

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This palace is decorated like every new place in Bakersfield same vibe. The food was a good. The location kinda sucks, didn't expect it there especially from the pics. Would recommend the food! read more

The food was delicious, I will definitely be back. Atmosphere at 5pm is definitely different from 8pm when we left. If you have children go early, the later it gets the busier it gets. The waiter was so kind and helpful. If you get there right at 5 we did wait a little while for them to have their team meeting and they didn't even offer drinks for quite awhile after we were seated. We didn't mind waiting but I saw others around us that seemed very bothered with it. My only complaint is the parking lot is set up horribly. When we tried to leave it was insane trying to get out of the parking space because the width of the aisles are way too narrow. I have a mid sized car and I had to do 7 point turnabout to get out of there. read more

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Bakersfield ! This is what yall needed. Let's Start off with the atmosphere. First and foremost the vibes here are chill relaxed and great welcoming the second you enter those entry doors. The hosts great you in such a welcoming manner makes you feel like you are welcomed and at home. When seated your servers each one smiling and happy to welcome you. The excitement that each one has when they speak about the food is honest and truthful. The variety of food and different Asian style dishes and dishes with the KAGE touch are so intriguing I'm not sure you would be able to try all the food in one night. This is a great taste of happiness. From the Lobster mien to the robata ribeye and to the house fried rice oh and the sticky wings ! All this food is amazing i wish i could say that you would need a to go box when your finished but it's just that great you will finish all your food before leaving. Chefs Kiss to the cooks in the back ! Their sushi and fresh fish amazing. The salads are crafted just the right amount of dressing ! Dessert the lava cake and macha cheesecake such a delight add for you sweet tooth fans ! Cocktails are amazing i didn't get to add pictures of the cocktails but i will later since the photo cap is 20. But the bartenders know exactly what they are doing the craft and ambiance of the drinks make the taste that much more exceptional. Fan Faves Sexy Geisha, Dragon Dance, Forbidden Garden, and Golden Koi ! Overall the dining experience by far my fave in town! Hands Down KAGE staff!! Keep that energy we appreciate you ! Also if you aren't in for the dining experience they have a cocktail and lounge area that later in the night gets to be a social area that is just right for the vibes to relax a little adjust that tie and remember what life is about. Late nights they have DJs who play the right type of music to keep the energy up and going. The lights adjust and set the tone for the night. Staff continues to set the expectations that much hiring. If you visit ! Take pictures of your food and cocktails ! We need to get the word out about KAGE they are the real deal ! read more

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I had such high expectations for this place and was excited because I've heard people call it the din tai fung of Bakersfield. Definitely not. Server was nice but she did not come back to refill our drinks once and the sodas were 5 dollars. The food all came out at separate times (two rolls, spicy noodles, and pork tacos) the food was small portions and for the price of the rolls the quality wasn't great. My noodles weren't anything special I've had better packaged noodles. It was 130$. read more

The food was ok, tried the spicy noodles and I was expecting a lot more flavors, the drink was good. It's nice in there the bar area is specious I would return, but for a drink only. Service was not the best the waiter took forever to attend us. You should all try it we all have different experiences and different taste buds. read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Inside - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Can I just say this is one of my new favorites !! The food is exquisite and flavorful!! Everything we ate and tried was delicious. Pork belly tacos blew our mind. The Kage roll is perfect!! Everything is so yummy. We ordered as much as we could (not everything pictured because we had to dig in immediately). The drinks are very good! I love the flavors. You need to order dessert. The molten lava cake with taro ice cream is to die for. Service is so friendly. Are waiter was patient and great. He had some good recommendations! We got here around 5pm, right at opening so we were seated immediately. Music wasn't too loud but as it got later in the night it was bumping up. Overall, I need to come back, I can't stop thinking about the sushi, the steak, and the cake! read more

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We ordered through Door Dash, so I can't comment on the ambience or service. This is a food only review- Overall, we loved it. We ordered two special rolls and a California Roll. All of them were delicious. The fish, the sauces, were tasty; as was the miso soup. Everything was packaged well. We will be visiting in person. read more

Food was good atmosphere is good. Nice place to have a friend's gathering. Service is friendly ! read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Yu so fresh roll - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

What an amazing evening!!! We celebrated our 17th Anniversary with Kage. As we went through the front door we were met by the Hostess that immediately took us to a table on the bar side of the restaurant. The tables are a little on the small side and for me I wouldn't like the real short backed chair, my wife didn't mind. Our server Brian was awesome. He checked on us right after we sat down. He inquired how we were doing and asked if we water tap or bottled water and gave us a few minutes to look over the menu. When he returned he asked if we want anything besides water which we did. I ordered the Emperor's Old Fashion. This has a house made 5 Spice Simple Syrup, Bitters and Emperors Bourbon served over a ice block. My wife had the Dragon Dance and she loved it. Brian gave us a few suggestions on appetizers and main courses. We went with the Tiradito which was a thin slice of Yellow Tail spicy miso, salsa macha etc. lots of great flavors. We only wished the Yellow Tail had been a little thicker. We also order the Chili Gyoza's that were out of this world delicious. The sweet chili sauce wasn't overly spicy at the same time was packed with great flavors. The are definitely sharable as Brian suggested. We had the dumpling soup to me was the weakest part evening. The dumpling was good the broth not much flavor. For our main we ordered the Black Cod. This was absolutely awesome. The cod was perfectly cooked with an amazing miso sauce that complimented the fish. This was served with asparagus, edamame and Rice. Asparagus was perfectly cooked as great with the sauce the was in the bottom of the plate. The price seemed about right for the quality of food and the trendy atmosphere we were in. Thanks Brian for making our 17th Anniversary Special!!! read more

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The food was excellent, and the customer service was great. Our food came out right away, and everything was fresh and delicious. The sexy geisha drink was on point. We had a great experience at Kage Asian Bistro and will definitely be coming back. read more

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This is a decent spot to try and a good environment to celebrate an occasion. Only downside is the music is loud. I tried the lobster mein, ribeye, and kage roll. I also got the bangkok heatwave drink. Nothing stood out to me, but flavors overall were solid! read more

Wanted to post clearer photos of the menu for others! Food was good but this is a loud environment so fyi read more

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Are you kidding me? 10 outta 10!!! Mhmm now that's what I'm talking about. The spicy cucumbers caught me a little off guard but after eating a few they're yummy, the chicken wings were not my favorite. For drinks I had the dragon dance? I believe that was the name but it was good. Maybeeee turn down the music a little more I was yelling just so my friends could hear me lol. Other than that service was very very fast! Beautiful in the inside. Parking is hard to find if you go Friday or Saturday. But definitely worth it. Potstickers 10/10 Spicy cucumbers 9/10 Chicken wings 7/10 Spicy noodles 10000/10 Ribeye asparagus 10000/10 read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Let me start off by saying I am blown away Bakersfield. Initially, when you approach the building here, you forget that you're in Little kern County. The entire atmosphere at Kage gives you an elevated experience. From the entrance into the building, I have to say the aesthetics are very nicely done. They do a great job at separating the dinner and the more family style parties away from the dance floor, DJ and bar area where you can network and chat. My server was Eric. He was so knowledgeable at the new menu. I was surprised since they just opened, but he did inform me that they did a taste test prior to opening so he was very well experienced. I started with some oyster appetizers and a couple of different options and I have to say everything here was 10 out of 10. Eric was very attentive and consistently checked in with my party and even recommended us nightlife options as it was a weekend. We tried several of these signature drinks, which were all surprisingly executed very well from the taste to presentation. Overall, I have to say I have no complaints and it will definitely return an update my experience for each visit. read more

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Absolutely delicious food and the ambience is incredible! Service was excellent despite how packed it got within an hour. Our waiter was attentive, very helpful with recommendations and everyone else helping serve food were great as well. You can tell all the employees work well as a team which is key to good service. All in all, my experience was excellent. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Salvador was a brilliant and friendly server. He was hopping around the whole restaurant and made sure we were well taken care of. The food was delicious and the vibes were perfect. One note is that the music could be quieter. It was hard to hear the server and my friend over the music. read more

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Went out for a date night and we were excited to try Kage, but my fiance was nervous since Asian food doesn't tend to be his thing. He loved it even more than I did! Our server was very knowledgeable and able to provide good insight when we asked about cocktails and mocktails. The music was a tiny bit loud but we were still able to talk comfortably without needing to shout. We got the cucumbers, asparagus, and gyoza and loved it all! We are already excited to go back and try more things (although he said he will be ordering these three for his dinner for himself every time he loved them so much!) read more

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Very unique and interesting Asian ambiance that offers a modern setting and upbeat music. Staff is very friendly and inviting. We chose a Sunday evening and there was no wait. Seating is comfortable and tables are spaced well so you don't feel crowded. We ordered Jinandi Spritz and gin and soda. Both were delivered quickly. Crudo dish was good and house dumplings were good but wrapping made the dumpling tough. A lack of acid in the food set off the remainder of the experience. Miso cod was too sweet and the sauce was like gravy. This dish could have been much better if plating was not mostly beige. Spicy noodles not enough acid and fell flat. Once again placing looked mostly beige. I would like to return and try other options because of the fun atmosphere. read more

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Amazing food,great service , definitely recommend. My favorite honey walnut shrimp. Overall great experience read more

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First timer at Kage Asian Bistro and OMG this place is amazing! Our sever Brian was literally amazing, super attentive and just overall so nice! He recommended some amazing cocktails like "Sex in Japan" and "Arigato, Next." The food was delicious! My boyfriend and I got the "Miso Black Cod" and it was so yummy that I was sad when we finished the dish because I wanted more! Definitely will be back to this beautiful restaurant! First timer at Kage Asian Bistro and OMG this place is amazing! Our sever Brian was literally amazing, super attentive and just overall so nice! He recommended some amazing cocktails like "Sex in Japan" and "Arigato, Next." The food was delicious! My boyfriend and I got the "Miso Black Cod" and it was so yummy that I was sad when we finished the dish because I wanted more! Definitely will be back to this beautiful restaurant! read more

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Wow, such a vibe in here! Did not feel like I was in Bakersfield! Loved the DJ to give you that club/lounge vibe. Food was great, drinks were even more delicious. Our waitress was friendly and our food came out so quick! For a restaurant that just opened, timing is everything. Going back for sure! read more

Came around 5:15 on a Saturday, there was about a 15 minute wait for a table. We were able to get a drink at the bar in the meantime. Service from Asia, our server, was amazing! We never ran out of water in our glasses, she was very attentive and nice. Our food came out very quickly and tasted great. Music was a little bit loud inside, but nothing too crazy. It did feel like we were having to yell to communicate. Other than that, this place was great and we will definitely be back :)! read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Dragon Dance - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Good food great crowd Good company Asian food Fried Noodles Good service Would go back again read more

Food was amazing, but we had a 6:45pm reservation and by the time our food came, the music was so loud it was impossible to hear each other.

Went to Kage for a birthday dinner and it turned out to be amazing! Our waiter Ivan greeted us as soon as we sat down and was very attentive, returning multiple times to check in. We ordered multiple things off the menu, the food came quick, and everything was delicious. The Ceviche was my favorite. We also met Art, who was very kind and made the experience more welcoming. The drinks were tasty and the presentation was pretty. Coming from out of town, the restaurant was giving like LA vibes, loved it, will definitely be coming back ! read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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My siblings and I came here to celebrate my birthday and had such a great time! The atmosphere was really nice and made it a perfect place to hang out and celebrate. Everything we tried was really good. We had the Far East Ceviche, Kage Sushi Roll, Spicy Cucumber Salad, and Salmon Truffle Flambé, along with some drinks. We honestly enjoyed everything we ordered! We also met Art, who was so welcoming and kind, and our server Joel was really friendly and took great care of us. Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely be back! read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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When I went there a couple of months ago, I only went to the bar so I can't really speak on food wise, but the drinks were amazing. Our bartender Aaron, showed me and my girls the best time and served us the best drinks all night. I'm definitely gonna have to come here again next time and try the food but drinks were 10 out of 10 recommend XOXO read more

I absolutely love this place! From the food to the ambiance and decor, everything is amazing. And the bar drinks? So good. the "Hello Miss Kitty" and "Sexy Geisha" are must tries! Some of my favorite dishes are the ribeye with asparagus, the Emperor's Fish, spicy cucumber (my all-time favorite), spicy edamame, and the green beans and that's just naming a few. Both desserts on the menu are incredible OMG! I've been here so many times since they opened, and they never disappoint. The quality, atmosphere, and service are always consistent. I honestly have nothing but great things to say about this place. Highly recommend everyone to check out this new gem in bakersfield‍ read more

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Arrived around 530 or so, and were seated promptly. Our server greeted us and explained how to order as most do. She explained that most plates are shareable. Most order several dishes and share. She also explained that there are several cook/prep stations, and depending on what we order some dishes may come out before others. There were four of us. Let me just say that everything we order was excellent and there are other dishes I will be back to have. Items: Ribeye wrapped asparagus, Crispy delight, skewered shrimp, Hot and spicy garlic shrimp, Bakersfield crunch (roll), Gyu black pepper skewers, Negima Skewers. And craft cocktails were pretty good as well. The ambiance was nice, decorated with pictures, to enhance the Asian feel. And it also turns in the a club with DJ after 9 or 10. We will definitely be back. read more

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Everything was so good the ambiance the people the food! Mainly the food was so good i would definitely recommend read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Okay! This place reminds me alot of DTLA restaurants that are super hip and with extra extra loud music, to the point you cant hear the people around you. It's beautiful decorated and the service was great and attentive on a extremely busy Saturday. Food was delicious we had the short rib wrapped asparagus, shrimp appetizer which also was delicious with vegetables, and lastly we shared crispy pork and shrimp fried rice, that was good too. The drinks Were delicious i dont remember the name but it had dragon fruit in it and it was very pretty! My favorite was short rib wrapped in asparagus! They are still in their soft open, they are doing very well, we will retune agin on date night, and maybe sit super close to one another to hear each other talk hahaha. Overall great experience and such a good new take on a traditional various asian dishes, a good change up with the 100s of the same type of restaurants popping up and serving the same thing. read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Great new restaurant. Lots of pluses but a couple important minuses. Plus - the food quality and taste was fantastic. Every choice was delicious and every option looked like something I wanted to try. The service was great, the food came out quickly. The ambiance was lovely. The comment "I don't feel like I'm in Bakersfield" meant as a compliment. Very upscale decor. Minus- they never refilled our water on a 100*+ day. The bathrooms were filthy, stinky, and disgusting. They don't take reservations, that's a deal breaker for a restaurant of this level. So many great things, a few small improvements and this could be a top level restaurant. read more

Kage Asian Bistro - Salt and pepper chicken wings - Pan Asian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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