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    Ritmo Kitchen and Lounge

    3.9 (143 reviews)
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    Shrimp Scampi
    Jennifer D.

    First time visiting and we were really impressed with the value of the date night special. We upgraded our steak to a ribeye for just six dollars, and everything was delicious -- the shrimp scampi ended up being my favorite. Service was good, a little slow but the kid was very busy. The vibe leans more lounge than traditional steakhouse, and it did take a while to get seated, but overall it was a great experience and we'll definitely be back.

    Alejandro B.

    This place is amazing! The cocktails are exceptional but the star of the show is the menu. But more importantly Flash the chef. He is a master at his craft and you can tell with every dish he pushes out. Steaks are amazing and the garlic lemon shrimp starts it one of the best. I love recommending this place to all my friends.

    Pepperoni Pizza
    Suzanne M.

    Came here because everyone is raving about it! Who doesn't like a great steak, right? I know we do! Walked in and were seated right away. It wasn't busy at all, but I'm sure it does on the weekends! Reychielle was our waitress and frankly lacked customer service. We waited a while for water refills, having to ask twice. I would have loved another glass of wine with my steak, but we saw her texting and talking with her co-workers instead. Food was great but I would have to come back again, perhaps I'll get a better waitress.

    Spicy Avocado Tuna Stack
    Sarah L.

    I'm not 100% sure that those first two are the correct names for those items but everything was delicious. This place is in a convenient area in the north west . It is in a shopping center with parking spots so you don't have to parallel park. The service is good , they are pretty popular it seems and busy so it can be a little harder to get the servers attention but they do a good job. I've come here for other menu items before too and I've always liked the food. The bar tenders I've experienced were also very friendly. It has a modern aesthetic. This is a place you could dress up to if you wanted. A good date spot.

    Salmaon
    John H.

    We had a group of eight that were meeting at Ritmo Kitchen and Lounge before heading off to the Gaslight Melodrama for an evening of fun. We had never been to this place build as a kitchen and lounge. It has a nice interior and very comfortable feel to it. The service was awesome. My wife had an old-fashioned and let me know. It was very good. We split the salmon with mashed potatoes. The salmon was perfectly cooked and was a sizable cut. The mashed potatoes were hot and just the right consistency. The veggies, carrots, and broccoli, were not overcooked. Once our orders were in, the food came out very quickly. And though we were a large crowd, the service was very good. I not only recommend this place, but I look forward to going back again.

    Patron Cadillac Margarita
    Rhonda N.

    Went for my birthday tonight. Amazing meal. Sebastian is a fantastic server. If you want to go for a special occasion or an everyday dinner. This is the place you want to go to.

    Surf and turf.  Meh
    Trish S.

    My husband ordered the ribeye. He really enjoyed his steak. Not so much the side of asparagus. It needed to be trimmed at the base. It was woody. I ordered the surf and turf. The shrimp was really well cooked, great seasoning, but not cleaned properly. The steak was okay. The mashed potatoes were very bland. I wish I'd had a little pile of finishing salt like my hubby had. It is really, really loud inside. More of a bar than a restaurant, but they don't list any prices for drinks. The high-top chairs are very uncomfortable if you have long legs. I felt like I was leaning forward the whole time. I know at least one other high-top table asked to be moved. Food is decent. I would not go back because it's so loud and the seats are very uncomfortable.

    Menu
    Ellen K.

    Almost getting brained by a rogue golfball in the parking lot should have been a sign. First of all, I was so confused by the vibe. Passing through the velvet ropes to reach the front door shouted "exclusivity" while the interior was a mashup of country dive and fancy steakhouse. Between the paper napkins and the same wine glasses I got at the dollar tree, I was a little surprised to see a New York steak for $40. We were told there would be a wait for a table, despite it being virtually deserted, or we could sit at the high-top. (My dad was with us and he has a hard time walking, let alone hoisting himself up into the adult high-chairs). At least the double Tito's on the rocks tasted good.

    Ribeye steak with garlic mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus
    Keia C.

    This place has the best steak I've ever had! I decided to get the Lemon Garlic Salmon this time around but when the hubs steak was dropped in front of him and I seen that butter melting on top, I sure was jealous. I just couldn't stop myself from sneaking a bite though. My salmon was delicious but next time I'm getting the steak! We also shared the lobster Mac and cheese and that was amazing as well. Honestly I haven't had anything bad from here yet and I've been a few times now. The waitress was very attentive, keeping our drinks full the entire time we were there. We had a great time hanging with our friends and everyone enjoyed not only our food but the ambiance.

    Danny C.

    My daughter and Son in law wanted to come here for his birthday dinner. A place so very close to home but never knew existed here. I did not realize the type of place or food they had until I looked at the menu. The service for our party size( which was 10) was very top notch and on point. I ordered the porter house which came exactly how I ordered it. The food was very good and top quality. Since that first night about 6 weeks ago, I've come back several times and tried the Ribeye, tomahawk, and the filet along with the variety of sides. My favorite steak here by far is the fillet mignon. They have knocked this cut out of the park twice since I have initially tried it. The lobster Mac and cheese and fries are my top two favorites. They have cold 805 on tap and the prices are exactly reflecting the quality and preparedness you receive here. It has become one of my favorite places here in Bakersfield.

    Shrimp Chipotle Pasta
    Aundrea Z.

    Been here a handful of times for a Friday night date night and it has yet to disappoint! They have a decent selection of foods on the menu as well as drinks to try. My go to has been the chipotle shrimp pasta. Each time I get it, the shrimp honestly taste so fresh. Steak and lobster mac n cheese were soooo good! Great place to have dinner and some drinks. We have also come to know two amazing servers as well!

    Roxy V.

    I had never been to Ritmo Kitchen and Lounge, but I was so surprised when my bestie pulled up and I saw the pink Ritmo sign glowing. I instantly got excited because I've seen so many IG posts hyping up their meats. When we arrived, the host was super kind and let us know it would be about a 45-minute wait. No biggie: we headed to the bar to soak in the atmosphere. The vibe here is like a Latino nightclub but with beautifully plated, elegant food. We ordered the Cadillac margarita and the truffle fries at the bar to start, and both were absolutely delicious. The fries were crunchy with the perfect garlic flavor, and the Cadillac margarita came with the cutest little bottle of Grand Marnier. Soon after, our host walked us to our table and took our order right away. Since the portions are huge, we decided to share. We went with the steak & mushroom truffle pasta and the lobster mac and cheese. The first piece of steak had a little too much sinew, so I wasn't impressed at first, but the second piece totally redeemed it; juicy, tender, and seasoned perfectly. The pasta was cooked just right and coated in a creamy Alfredo sauce. But the real star of the night was the lobster mac n cheese. It is so hard to find good lobster in Bakersfield, and this one was meaty and flavorful the Mac n cheese was cheesy, and felt like it was made with pure love. It made my heart, my tastebuds, and my stomach very, very happy. Overall, Ritmo definitely delivered on the hype, and I can't wait to come back preferably with my bestie it was definitely a wonderful experience that I would like to repeat.

    Grilled ribeye Grilled Ribeye Tacos
    Darla A.

    We've been here a few times now and needed to bump up the stars. The staff is so wonderfully warm, welcoming and helpful. They take the time to talk to you and interact with their customers like old friends even if it happens to be your first visit in. The food has remained flavorful, portions are good, and value and quality have not suffered. A new choice for us this trip was the shrimp skewer app to share. 12 (you read that right, 12 ). Slightly spicy but oh so good dry rub seasoning on the shrimp grilled beautifully and served with a charred lemon and sauce to dip. To round out our surf and turf meal selection, We had the ribeye with guacamole to share also with the blue corn chips. Both of us were full and happy and we didn't finish all of the guacamole hidden under the tender grilled ribeye bites. The green neon lights made our St Patrick's Day very festive indeed. Thanks Ritmo and your wonderful team for giving us a lovely date night. See you soon.

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    This place is amazing. Filet mignon is so good. Lobster Mac is so good. Drinks are good. Definitely be back.

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    Food and service were both 10/10! The ambiance was decent. The rib eye guac starter was amazing!

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    This restaurant was absolutely amazing. The best steak I have ever had! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone needing a good steak!!

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