On a long road trip from NorCal to Vegas and was concerned about where to find good tea places…read morealong the way. Found Presotea in Bakersfield and it was surprisingly good because the tea is freshly made every time. They're also on Snackpass for rewards points and online ordering. We stopped here on the way and also on the way back since it was so good. There's a great 3 for 2 deal which was perfect for our group of 3. For the free 3rd drink you can only get the Champagne Milk Tea but that's a very good one. Osmanthus Oolong was good, and the Jasmine was solid.

Our second visit - amazing service. I had the matcha milk…read moretea, delicious! Mike had peach oolong iced tea, light sweet - very refreshing! Take a peak at the entire menu , I missed some a great options. However it warrants a return visit!!! It's very clean inside, a few tables if you plan to stay or wait for your beverage. You can order on the kiosk or at the counter :-)

Been meaning to go to this for a while now. Keep driving by when it's already closed…read more Came in and immediately love the space and decor. It's pretty big overall and I just love that for the area. Got a cold brew, a short bread cookie matcha latte and a brown butter chocolate chip cookie. All were pretty great. The cookie was the best. I haven't had such a soft cookie given to me at an establishment in a long while. It was a great surprise. The latte was well balanced. Wasn't too sweet and I could taste everything they said was in it. Liked it quite a bit. Fiancé liked his cold brew as well, he was glad he got a large. Service was great! Everyone was nice and answered all our questions. Will try and come here more often!

I really wanted to like Bakersfield Coffee Roasters. I'm new to town and first visited back in…read moreOctober, excited to find a local coffee spot with a strong community feel. The space is actually one of their biggest strengths there's a lot of seating, plenty of room to bring your laptop and work remotely, and areas where people can gather. It's also connected to a church, so it definitely leans into that community-centered atmosphere. Unfortunately, after going back 3-4 times hoping my experience would improve, the coffee has been consistently disappointing. It tastes burnt and weak at the same time like warm water with sugar. There barely seems to be any real espresso in the drinks. On more than one occasion, I've taken several sips hoping it would get better... and ended up throwing the whole drink away because it was just that bad. That's honestly frustrating, especially when you're paying for specialty coffee. The only drink I've actually enjoyed there is the pumpkin spice latte, that one was solid.

I had no idea this locally owned coffee shop existed in Bakersfield until Yelp! There are even 3…read morelocations- one in downtown, on Panama Ln, and this one. I went twice to this location two days in a row because I enjoyed it so much. First with a friend and then I had to introduce it to my kids. The coffees and teas are delish and unique, as well as the smoothies and juices (I didn't try those but my kids loved them). We tried a variety of baked goods, the honeycomb bread is sooooo dang good! Filled with little pockets of cream cheese, drizzled with honey, and topped with toasted regular and black sesame seeds (I forgot to take a pic of this one, but I'll add it next time I go). We enjoyed all of the pastries we tried- not a crumb on our plates by the time we were finished! The decor is beautiful and unique. All of the employees super nice and helpful. You can ask them for descriptions or ask for a menu to see details and ingredients. They're open late too, so I think my next visit will be a GNO or a date with my hubby.

I stopped by Mokha Cafe during a recent Bakersfield visit. I wanted to get some coffee before…read moregetting back on the freeway, and I saw that this spot had positive reviews and was nearby. The cafe is located in a plaza with ample parking spots, and the employees I interacted with were polite and efficient. I ordered a Turkish coffee and thought it was a great version of the drink; it may have been small in size, but it had a potent flavor. There was a good amount of indoor seating, and I could see this cafe being a fine spot to linger in for a while.

Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon for a quick pick me up. No line, quick service, great coffee. I…read morehad the Sweet Senorita which had a nice balance of flavor, sweetness, and actual coffee. Would stop again.

Stopped in for a hot mocha with no whip cream. Service by JESSE was super professional and…read moreefficient. JESSE was super nice and had a great personality... always have great service here with great value on their coffee. Thank you JESSE for the great service and best coffee

Smitten is my go-to spot for a quick bite or a delicious cocktail! My top favorites are the Sweet…read moreWaffles (they come with matcha whipped cream--definitely ask for extra!), the Mushroom Fettuccine Pasta, and the Smitten Burger. While Smitten is technically known as a coffee shop, I personally think their cocktails steal the show. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a casual date. Staff is friendly and attentive. As a bonus, they even have live music on select nights, which makes the experience even more enjoyable!

One our favorite spots in Bakersfield to grab a quick lunch or even just a snack and a beverage…read more The ambiance is nice and relaxing. It's the perfect place to meet up with friends, have a business lunch, or grab a table and study or get work done. Staff are friendly and the food is pretty good. It's already become one of our regular spots! Atmosphere: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Food: 4/5 Value: 4/5 Total: 3.75/5 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.

5* coffee .5* for the food…read morefound this place by total accident. I was in town for a wrestling tournament and decided to walk to the arena from my hotel. As I was walking I saw the sign for this place and was happy I did because my other coffee options were a fast food restaurant or the famous coffee chain. It was a bit confusing to locate. It was tucked away in the back of a commercial office space type building. Once inside the place was very clean and organized. Very minimalist design. I was only one of 4 total people inside. My order was taken quickly. I ordered an iced americano with a ham and cheese turnover. Coffee was on point. No notes. No complaints. The pastry however was not good. They asked me if I wanted it heated up. I said I did. I saw her put it in the microwave, and I assumed they turned it on. When I bit into it (I had already left and walked across the street) it was cold. Like cold cold. On top of that it was flavorless which made it worse. Stick to the coffee or make sure you check the temp of the food prior to leaving.

This is a hidden gem of a coffee shop with plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating, making it a…read moregreat place to relax, catch up with friends, or get some work done. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was comfortable and inviting. I ordered a lavender latte with oat milk, and it was flavorful but not overly sweet. The food menu is small, with a few baked goods available. As a vegan, the only option I found was instant oatmeal with a selection of dried fruit and nuts to mix in. While I appreciated having a vegan option, I would love to see a few more plant-based choices added to the menu. Overall, I enjoyed my visit and would definitely return for the coffee and the comfortable space to meet with friends.

Cafeinado is such a vibe. I enjoyed a delicious turkey sandwich and took a meeting in their cute,…read moreshaded outdoor hang out area. Cafeinado has created their very own fun slice of paradise in this ordinary strip mall parking lot, with grooving Latin music to complete the vibe. The turkey sandwich was recommended by the nice lady in the window taking orders, and it was pure toasted goodness. The sandwich made the perfect snack in such a fun environment. They unfortunately do not have public WiFi for customers, and connection there was spotty for Verizon. But maybe that's an opportunity for it to be more of a in the moment hang out type of vibe, which I will definitely be back to do.

Stopped by here for the first time because I was in the area and it did not disappoint! The lady…read moreworking the drive thru was super sweet and while you are going to wait a little bit, it's because everything is fresh! I ordered the iced pistachio macchiato, chorizo jalapeno quesadilla and Hawaiian french toast bites. Everything was so flavorful; will definitely be back

Finally made it to Faith Coffee Shop and it definitely lived up to the hype! The only thing I…read morewished for was a slightly friendlier and more enthusiastic host to guide me through the menu and explain all the fun coffee options But hey, maybe they were busy preparing for the storm, so no hard feelings! I quickly trusted my friend's recommendation and ordered the famous tiramisu latte and WOW... it was basically dessert in a cup! My usual coffee choice is a little stronger, but this was such a delicious treat and the perfect cozy first sip of the day. The atmosphere was honestly my favorite part. The second I walked in, I loved the uplifting Christian vibes. There was a joyful group of ladies laughing and chatting, and their energy completely filled the room with warmth and kindness. It felt welcoming, lively, and peaceful. Overall, such a sweet experience and definitely a fun little Bakersfield coffee stop I'd come back to!

I can't say enough about this cute faith based coffee shop! Because it's tucked off the main road,…read moreI don't think many realize it's here. As my Book Club was looking for a coffee shop to get together to do vision boards, I thought of it based off of my daughter's recommendation. She and her friends have come here to study, and the vibe is perfect for it! Welcoming staff, delicious coffee (hot and cold) and juices, rotating bakery items, a cute gift shop/a book store right next door, a prayer wall, and lots of different and comfortable seating arrangements make this coffee shop one that you have to visit. After spending the morning doing vision boards here with the girls, several indicated that this will become their "go to" from now on. Highly recommend!