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    Lorene's Downtown

    3.8 (96 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Biscuits and gravy
    Jenn H.

    First time here and I found me another winner! Hubby and I stopped in for breakfast. Place is pretty big inside, lots of booth type seating with an old fashion breakfast bar, with many stools to sit at too. It's pretty bright inside too, gets lots of natural sunlight and is very clean. Reminds me of an old school diner from the 90s... A bit outdated furniture wise and their ceiling reminds me of an elementary school cafeteria, but overall it's a welcoming environment. (And they were playing some classic oldies lightly in the background too! Nice.) Wasn't crowded at all on a Tuesday morning. Plenty of parking too. Walked in and was immediately greeted and seated by a very friendly waitress and then given our menus and asked for our drink orders... There was lots to choose from on their menus too. So we ended up getting the chili omelet with hash browns and biscuits and gravy. And the combo breakfast of 1 egg, 2 bacon and biscuits and gravy. Plus two orange juices. Food took a decent amount of time to get served like 15mins), but that just means they were cooking it fresh. :) Beautiful presentation! Big portions! Steaming hot food! Yes! Yes! Yes! Everything was SO good! And tasted so fresh! Bacon was thick and cooked perfectly. Overeasy egg was picture perfect and cooked well. Biscuits were fluffy and soft (not overly big) and gravy was thick and creamy and so well flavored. The hash browns were browned just right. And the chili omelette was made with homemade chili! And my hubby loved every bite of it. 5/5 for the food all the way! The orange juices even tasted freshly squeezed! Served in tall, sparkling, and clean glasses, they were very tasty and refreshing! Yum. They got slices of homemade pie for like 3 or 4 bucks, & homemade cookies for 2$ and a little gift shop set up inside in a very tasteful way. Definitely want to come back for some of that pie though!! Plus I read a few reviews mentioning their green chili, so now I'm intrigued with that too! If you are a fan of diners and awesome food and great service, then you should check them out!!

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    Michael S.

    Came in after trying to eat a Tina Marie's but was treated rudely so we left and cane here! Glad we did. We were seated immediately. Very friendly staff. I ordered the chili verde omelette- wow! So delicious but pretty spicy so beware! Wife ordered the green chili omelette and she enjoyed it as well. Coffee was delicious and servers came often for refills! We love the cozy diner feel here and can't wait to come back!!

    Club sandwich and fries
    Kristi C.

    We've been coming here every Thursday for awhile now and really enjoy coming here. The service is great and our waitress is very friendly and brings our food right away. I love this sandwich it's so good, the only thing is the fries have no salt when it comes to the table and I'm having to salt them myself. Sounds like nitpicking when I actually write this but fries need seasoning. It's my only complaint. I'll continue to come here. One thing I do appreciate is the ambience, you can hear yourself think and talk, you don't have to get loud to hear each other.

    Hot chocolate
    Alexandra L.

    The menu was so big...I didn't know what to choose. I decided to pick something I've never had before and that was a 'peaches and cream waffle combo'. It was soo delicious!! I definitely recommend ordering it if your hungry.

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    Had the cinnamon roll french toast and it was fabulous. Wife got the chicken fried steak and she said it was up there with the best.

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    Great service today for a table of seven. Would highly recommend this restaurant for meeting friends, family and/or colleagues.

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    Fast, friendly service and a great breakfast !! The Spanish omelette was beyond!! Can't wait to go back

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    Bro this was the worst food ever the burrito was nasty and ma buger looked like sammy

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    Love their Salsa,service is fast and on top of everything food is good,and great coffee.

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    Uncharted Adventures Cafe

    Uncharted Adventures Cafe

    4.4
    (228 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Wonderful atmosphere and great coffee selection. The owner has a heart of gold and always goes out…read moreof his way to engage with customers.

    Uncharted Adventures is a veteran-owned and operated business. The atmosphere is welcoming, and…read moreit's clear that Hector ,Chris (his son) and the whole crew are working to create more than just a coffee shop--he's says hes building a cultural hub for the community, and it shows... THE GRUB: The Cuban coffee is outstanding, and the Vietnamese iced coffee is one of the best around, actually its the only one around. If im clueless let me in on the Vietnamese coffe you know of...anyhoo If you're looking for a caffeine kick, the cold canned Vietnamese coffee will give you a jolt you wouldn't believe. Food-wise, the Peruvian grilled cheese sandwich was flavorful and well made, but I'd recommend asking for the sauce on the side unless you enjoy a messy sandwich. The ham and cheese croffel had great flavor, but it was a little light on the ham and cheese. I think the cropples are better suited in the sweet variety as they seem small incompressants to a ham and cheese croissant someone would purchase for about half that price. In my opinion, it was more of a kid's snack than a meal and not quite worth the price, if you're actually hungry I would go with something else off the menu. Everything was made fresh , you must be patient here , perfection can be slower than your metabolism, so dont go there hangry. During my visit, Hector explained that he envisions Uncharted Adventures as a gathering place for the community. The business frequently hosts weekend vendor markets and local running clubs. Hector also shared he was creating a dedicated Memorial Day wall honoring local veterans, first responders, and teachers, while also working on an outdoor eating area. It's always great to see a Hector and Chris, and the new Adventures they take on. This is one of the few coffee shops in Bako worth checking out, whether you're stopping in for a coffee, a bite to eat, or a community events theyre hosting give em a visit an introduce yourself. You can thank me later. .Overall I would give everything a four and a half Stars but since Yelp doesn't do half Stars I'll give them a five out of five stars. As they deserve a free half star for all of the Uncharted Adventures that they are a part of...lol get it.. nevermind.. bye for now...

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    Vietnamese iced coffee
    Iced Brown Sugar Matcha
    Iced Brown Sugar Matcha
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    Beanies Coffee Roaster

    Beanies Coffee Roaster

    4.2
    (102 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

    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.

    Cute little hidden gem! I hope people come across this…read morecoffee shop more! I had their lavender matcha & it was great! I wished their staff were more welcoming I usually expect a good morning or welcome maybe it's just a me problem lol but highly recommend it! They also have pastries I didn't try them but I do know that they are locally baked by someone within the community and I how the business is investing within the community by bringing in their baked goods from someone that's familiar with the community.

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    Bottoms Up Espresso

    Bottoms Up Espresso

    4.2
    (42 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Bakersfield is the one city I've passed by on the way either to LA or SF, but never to stop by and…read morestay overnight until recently. Being driven back from the Grand Canyon having spent nearly a week camping with some awesome people from SJSU, we were informed we were staying at a Super 8 motel overnight to take hot showers and sleep on beds (one week of camping will do that). I had search on Google for coffee nearby and saw this "Bikini Bottom Coffee" shop pop up and yes, I was intrigued of a coffee shop with bikini clad baristas. But it was getting late and we had an early departure for San Jose the next day so I bookmarked this place just in case the free coffee and breakfast offering at the motel did not speak to me (it was terrible...). The morning of the departure, I got up early and it was just a 1-minute walk there and they have two(?) drive by lanes for cars to pull up to order. You can also just walk up to order. Aside from the obvious -- baristas in bikinis taking your order, they have an extensive list of coffee drinks and souvenirs you can buy. Given I need my morning cup of coffee, I opted for the House Blend Bue Coffee and their French toast breakfast sandwich. My verdict? The coffee was alright. I have had better coffee, but given my choice of free (gross) coffee at Super 8 vs my bikini coffee, the latter was a much better solid choice. The French toast breakfast sandwich was heavy with sausage, bacon, and eggs if you are a meat lover. Customer service was excellent so I will give them props for being patient with me while deciding what to order. Overall, it's a good coffee pit stop (if Dutch Bros isn't around) with good customer service vibes (and no, it is not what you think lol).

    I wanted to go to Beanies but being that it was the day after Christmas, they were closed. The next…read moreclosest was Bottoms up Espresso, the Hooters of coffee shops. Not sure what kind of beans they use here but something tells me they're of the Folgers variety. If you're looking for espresso, this ain't the place. It looks like they make Red Bull mixed drinks so if that's more your speed then I suppose give Bottoms Up a try. I will never understand why places that have "espresso" in the business name, don't take care to make sure their espresso is at very least drinkable.

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    Updated menu February 2026
    Updated menu February 2026
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    Mokha Cafe

    Mokha Cafe

    4.4
    (216 reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    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.

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    Turkish coffee and Adeni tea
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    Adeni Tea, baklava and coconut cake
    Dagny's Coffee Company

    Dagny's Coffee Company

    4.1
    (326 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Dagny's is probably my favorite coffeeshop in Bakersfield. I love the actual space and the…read moreatmosphere there. It's a large and open shop with a variety of seating options; cafe tables, old couches, random chairs. They also have a very long patio with tons of outdoor seating. There is an eclectic and vaguely punk sort of vibe. It's clean and welcoming, but not overly polished. It's comfortable and inviting. Feels like an old-school coffeeshop from the 90s. The people who work there are also super friendly and happy to answer questions. There coffee is great and I love both the hot and cold options. The most recent time I was there I had an iced coffee and a pretty decent breakfast sandwich with eggs, cheese, and bacon on an everything bagel. It was tasty and came out quickly. The bacon was chopped up into the egg, which I liked. They also recently started selling these incredible cinnamon rolls from a local bakery called Just Cinnamon. It happened to be a Friday the last time I was there so I brought a caramel pecan roll home to share with my wife. We loved it! Dagny's has great coffee, good breakfast options, and an awesome space for hanging out. I really enjoy sitting there to read or work remotely.

    This place is a local legend. It is a rustic coffee shop on a downtown corner. It is the…read moreunofficial creator's meet up spot. They backroom has been used by many photography groups for meet ups. I saw my photo on a magazine cover for the first time in my life here, of course I stole that magazine and I still have it. The barista is cool and sweet. She got my order quickly and it was so well made. I got a oat milk latte. It was bitter, it was sweet, comes in an unassuming cup with a wild texture. I wind up talking to an interesting lady who turned out to be a fellow photographer. Always a fun time at Dagny's.

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    Cafe Smitten

    Cafe Smitten

    4.4
    (1k reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Went to Smitten downtown for breakfast with some friends before a morning of shopping. We each…read moreordered a coffee and shared a toast flight, which ended up being the perfect thing to share. The first toast was peanut butter and strawberry jelly topped with coconut flakes. The second was almond butter and banana with cocoa nibs, honey, and cinnamon. The third was Nutella and hazelnuts topped with strawberries and coconut flakes. They were all delicious, but my favorite was definitely the Nutella and hazelnut toast. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and the variety made it fun to share and try different combinations. Service was quick and friendly. The ambiance is a cute cafe vibe. You place order at the counter and someone brings your order to your table. Smitten is definitely a must-visit spot when downtown for breakfast.

    SMITTENS STAPLE IS THEIR ABILITY TO MISS THE FLAVOR IN EVER SINGLE DISH…read more Update: coming back after some palate development... smitten is one of the most tasteless restaurants in town. Their hype was definitely due to the 'aesthetic'. Nothing is really outstanding to me. The drinks are such a let down, the coffee is borderline yuck.. do not recommend. Everything is quite unmemorable. Service is whatever, sometimes mid, sometimes bad. Nothing outstanding. Ambiance.... well... this one has been replicated one too many times. The food is heavily missing flavor,the hummus is disgusting. I can't believe they call that thing hummus, it's an insult to actual dish.. it's almost like it was trying to imitate the real dish, but failed terribly in even attempting to. Their pizza tasted like play-doh and looked very pale. Smitten is at least consistent with one thing, which is their staple: no flavor. One of the breaking points for me was being served food that had someone's HAIR. The restaurant is very expensive for the poor experience they have to offer. I stopped recommending them a long time ago.

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    Interior
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    Chocolate Pie
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    This strawberry mocha special is divine

    Lorene's Downtown - diners - Updated June 2026

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