Foxtail doesn't feel like Bakersfield. The decor, lighting, the whole ambiance is brilliant…read more Service is fantastic. They are attentive and prompt. No food here- drinks only. Cocktails are very well made-craft cocktails. They had 90's playing when we were there and it was great.

Cute bar lounge with chic vibes and fab cocktails! Perfect spot for a girls night out--great music,…read morecozy seating & nonstop laughs!

New place for us... attached to a Denny's. The draw for hubby was the possibility of some decent…read morewhiskey. A friendly bartender came to our table right away to greet us. Even the manager came up and introduced herself and we had a nice chat. Smaller space than most bars but that is fine as for now, this place does not seem to get very busy. Even though happy hour runs late! The prices for drinks were more than affordable but nothing fancy. Your moscow mule for example will come just in a regular glass (darn thieves!) and not the slick, proper, copper mug that will keep your drink colder for longer. Again, think Denny's. Also tried a simple vodka drink and a margarita. They were fine. We went on a Fri night I think at 9pm when surprisingly, karaoke started. THIS was interesting. I was excited as it was listed as 80's night but as the night went on, 'anything goes' was the rule. It was fun but the same people went up over and over again trying to get their big break! They were having fun with it - we just decided to leave when the foul, crappy hip hop came on. The mood had shifted. There are booths, high tops and you can eat from the regular Denny's menu. We did not eat but what was recommended to us by staff were the burgers and skillets for next time. To sum up - this is a very casual spot to bring some friends and have drinks on the cheap with friendly service. And a diner menu if you are hungry that serves late into the night.

Kinda of a hidden quaint little place. Could be a good hideout - Just saying. They have a great…read moreselection of whiskeys that vary in all price ranges. Found that their "old fashions" are crafted and made old school and proper. You get Denny's full menu at the bar which is a plus. I did find that they do not open until 5 p.m. which count day drinkers out.

Came for lunch on a Tuesday and had friendly servers and a nice relaxing time…read more I was happy to see some decent lunch specials like sandwiches and salads etc. we 3 ordered the salmon Caesar salad which for lunch was $18 instead of $24 not sure if the portions were smaller but we each got a big salmon filet. It was just a tad salty though. They bring bread for the table which is nice and compliments a salad lunch really well. We also got 2 appetizers to share, the tritip bruschetta and the beef Wellington bites. The bruschetta was really good! 3 big pieces so perfect for our group of 3! A little hard to eat but delicious! The beef Wellington was just ok but we really liked the bruschetta We enjoyed our lunch and will be back for a steak dinner sometime! Just a final note - they charge $2 to use a credit card

Right when you walk in, you can tell this place is different. The whole setup is inside an old…read morebank-style building, which gives it a really unique, almost upscale but still chill vibe. High ceilings, clean layout, and just a cool atmosphere overall. The food did not disappoint. My wife ordered the Whack Job, and yeah... it lives up to the name. It's stacked, bold, and packed with flavor, perfect balance of savory and slightly spicy, with layers that actually hit in every bite. Definitely one of those dishes you keep thinking about after you leave. I went with the Caesar salad topped with baked salmon, and it was solid. The lettuce was crisp, dressing was creamy with just the right tang, and the salmon was cooked perfectly, flaky, well-seasoned, and not dry at all. You can tell they care about quality. Service was on point too. The waiters were attentive without hovering, quick with refills, and made sure we were taken care of the whole time. Overall, great food, great service, and a really cool setting. Me and the wifey will definitely be back.

Nobody plans to spend an evening in Bakersfield. You pass through it on the way to somewhere else…read more-- Mammoth, the Sequoias, the long flat grind up the 99 to Sacramento -- and if you stop at all, it's for gas or a bathroom or because your BMW's brakes have decided, somewhere around the Grapevine, that they'd rather not. Thank you, Weatherford BMW of Berkeley, for the near-death experience and, inadvertently, for one of the best nights out I've had in years. Stranded and waiting on repairs, we checked into The Padre, the only hotel in Bakersfield that feels like someone with a subscription to Dwell had a hand in it, and set out walking through a downtown that time has treated with more kindness than reputation suggests. There's a Woolworth's luncheonette still hanging on. There are old brick facades and wide sidewalks and the particular quiet of a Central Valley evening when the heat finally breaks. And then, on 18th Street, there is Tiki-Ko, and suddenly you are no longer in Bakersfield at all. You are, instead, inside someone's magnificent obsession. Tiki-Ko is a proper tiki bar -- not a tiki-themed cocktail lounge, not a place that bought some bamboo at a craft store and called it atmosphere, but a genuine, committed, floor-to-ceiling shrine to mid-century Polynesian fantasy. The carvings are real. The lighting is correct -- which is to say, barely there. The mugs are serious. There are pufferfish lamps and carved totems and the whole glorious taxonomy of tiki ephemera, accented here and there with a skate-culture edge that keeps it from feeling like a museum. It's reverent without being precious. The drinks are the real thing. Mai Tais built with actual orgeat. Zombies that earn the name. The bartenders make them with the kind of care and enthusiasm that tells you this isn't a gig -- it's a calling. They want you to be here. They want to talk about rum. They want you to try the Painkiller. In a city that most Angelenos regard as a punch line, somebody built a world-class cocktail bar and filled it with joy, and the regulars clearly know it. You will not plan a trip to Bakersfield. But if you find yourself there -- by mechanical failure, by accident, by the peculiar mercy of a bad brake job -- walk downtown. Find the tiki bar. Order a second round. Stay longer than you intended. Bakersfield has been underestimated, and Tiki-Ko is the proof.

Tiki bar located in Downtown Bakersfield that kind of acts as two locations or spaces. There's the…read moremain bar at the corner and if you go outside and walk a bit down the sidewalk, there's 'The Sinking Ship' with a more heavy nautical and speakeasy vibe (where you enter and walk down some stairs and find a lush decor). I only had a drink upstairs at the original bar and I ordered my default go to when I visit new tiki bars and am unfamiliar with their menus and that was the painkiller. The service or person behind the bar was chill and super friendly. I came in on the earlier side of a Friday evening, so although people were trickling in, the place wasn't packed. Since I was only able to stay for a drink, I just wanted to walk down and check out 'The Sinking Ship' and was thoroughly impressed by the decor (well pretty much for both spaces). Definitely a place I'd love to grab drinks with friends or spend more time at.

5/14/23 Tbh this is way too Much for being Bakersfield…read more I understand it's not Luxury. But 18% Bottle Service Fee On top of a Already Overpriced $450 Bottle that is $80 at the Store is Ludacris. Then You add TAX to top it off. Everywhere I have ever got a Bottle Never Charged Tax nor a "Bottle Service Fee" of 18% You forgot y'all were in Bakersfield not Las Vegas Strip. Or a Rooftop lounge In Downtown LA. Extremely disappointed

The vibes here were really great. It's an excellent spot if you want to relax, have a few drinks,…read moreand chat with friends. The drinks are delicious and the staffs personalities add to the atmosphere. I had the watermelon margarita and it was sooo good. I was happy it was natural watermelon juice instead of the artificial candy flavor that is sickly sweet. We had a couple of shooters that were delicious. I don't remember what flavors they were, but they were good.

Girlfriend Saturday brunch at the Botanist. Emily our…read moreserver was so friendly & accommodating. She helped make this a brilliant lunch for us. If you go for brunch on Saturday definitely get there early as they fill up fast and don't take reservations. As the place fills up the noise does escalate. But it's a happy fun atmosphere. We all had the breakfast smash burgers which were juicy and delicious! We ordered a side of the Green Dukkah Fries, Yum Yum! I had the Lime & Lechee cocktail, my friends had sparkling wine & red wine. Everything was scrumptious! As always a fun place to go for fine cocktails & good grub!

Speakeasy vibe. An absolute must check out when spending time in Bako. Food is excellent,…read moreconsistent and reasonable pricing. Service attentive and waiters/waitresses pleasant and happy to serve. This is a go to spot for anyone traveling through Kern County.

This has become one of my favorite places to have dinner or Just a drink. First, the lounge is…read moreSMALL. There are some booths that are deep and private, like cubbies. They fit 4-6 comfortably - you could probably fit 8. There is one bartender (Jeffrey, if I remember correctly) he's amazing. He also takes your dinner orders. Id sit in the main restaurant if you have a larger party or kids. Like I said, the lounge is small. It's a great place to sit, if you want to sit at the bar counter. Patrons are friendly, staff are great, food is delicious. Ribeye, great. Good salmon. Great shrimp appetizer. Nice salads. Well made drinks. Not the biggest fan of the fried app platter. It's all pretty one dimensional and bland. Other than that, all food I've tasted has been good. Overall, a good place for a date. Actually took myself on a solo date and we enjoyed ourselves. Nice place to meet up with friends. 4 stars for the bland fried platter and in the summer, the AC wasn't the best- the lounge can get pretty warm.

Sliced Lounge is one of those rare spots that makes you feel cooler the second you walk in…read more The vibe is dialed all the way in. Stylish without trying too hard, intimate without feeling cramped, and just the right amount of buzz in the air. Whether you're coming for a laid-back drink or a night that accidentally turns into a whole mood, this place delivers. The cocktails are the real headline act. Thoughtfully crafted, balanced, and creative without being pretentious. You can tell the The Bartenders Jeffrey and Mandy actually cares about what they're pouring, and they're happy to steer you toward something new if you're feeling adventurous. Every drink feels intentional, not rushed or slapped together. Service is warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly. No ego, no attitude, just people who want you to have a great time and keep coming back. That energy matters, and it shows. Sliced Lounge has quickly become a go-to. Perfect for date nights, catching up with friends, or just treating yourself to a damn good cocktail in a space that feels elevated but welcoming. Bakersfield needed a place like this. Glad it exists.

Had no idea this place has been open for four years, and I'd never tried it…read more Went on a Thursday night, we ended up being the only ones there. I understand weekends has live music. It's rustic and clean, it's very clean. There's a very large side room for events etc. the main bar area is small with some nice chairs to sit in and the large tv was set to a fireplace. The floors are covered in various beef/farm brands, adds to the rustic western vibe. Bartender was friendly and attentive. She kept busy cleaning and dusting bottles- like I said- it's clean. Drinks for a "speakeasy" were not special. Very typical bar drinks- no special menu etc. I visit a lot of speakeasy's- this is, speakeasy-ish. Our two drinks & a club soda were nearly $40. They were made well. Unfortunately, they didn't have the ingredients to make the drink I had asked for. Overall, I'd like to see this place on a weekend night with music. The drinks were over priced for what they were- IMO. That said, I'll likely return, at least once. Still bummed KC doesn't have a nice speakeasy.

Our favorite local spot with THE BEST ambiance. I have never had a bad experience here…read more Haley is a delight and is very knowledgeable as both a bartender and server. We love coming here just to see her. This is a great spot for a quiet date night. It can get pretty pricey, but half of what you pay for is the location and the service, which is second to none. This is a great spot to host a private party as well and does require a password to get in. A great way to ensure your party stays private!

We had a celebration of life yesterday at 1933 Speakeasy Bar & Grill,…read moreIt took place in the large back section I believe t it's called the back garden area. It was perfect large tables for 10 were set up with white table cloths. We went with a taco bar and sliders ordered for 125 guests. The staff had a podium up on the stage set up for peoples memories. 4 large monitors showing videos of our departed friend. It was perfect, we kept the bar very busy they were prepared for a large crowd, we had at least 125 or more Everyone commented on how nice everything was set up. The staff was there if you needed them It turned out fantastic Thanks 1933 Speak Easy Bar & Grill

The ambiance is always nice here. My friend and I come here for drinks often. The waitresses are…read morealways friendly and welcoming. The drinks are tasty, we usually get the lemon drop martini. The only thing I dislike about this place is the food. I have tried The salmon, the beef and chicken bites and nachos and just have been disappointed. Maybe I come on the wrong day but I do come often enough to not want to eat.

We had our Baby Shower last July 15 at the Gathering Venue and it was the best decision we've ever…read moremade. The venue is very clean and spacious perfect for an event with under 100guest. All our guests had fun and they loved the set up. There is a garage parking near by. The venue itself is pretty and classy, minimal decorations would be needed. I also like how it has a separate room for food and drinks. (Bar table was a plus). I highly recommend this venue and would book again for our next event. Also transaction is very easy and the owner Aileen is very nice and responds fast to questions and requests.

I booked the Gathering Venue for my in laws 40th wedding anniversary and the venue was perfect!…read moreAileen was helpful from start to finish. Shes was easily reachable by phone when I needed her. My party had about 100 guest and we all fit perfect and the having the bar separate from the main area was a great plus! I can't wait to have my next event there.