What can I say? Soooo glad we stopped here at The Botanist for lunch today on our way to Paso…read moreRobles. My husband commented that it made him want to move to Bakersfield which made our server Emily laugh. Limited parking in back and some street parking. We walked in without a reservation at 11:15 on a Friday and were the first customers of the day. Great decor, dim lighting, vintage looking furniture which does not sacrifice comfort for artistry. Our cocktails and meals were spectacular: Botanist Fashioned: 5/5-the brown sugar cinnamon syrup added a spicy bite to each sip which was unexpected and fun. Watermelon Sugar High:4/5-refreshing with watermelon juice freshly made in house and an ice cube with mint frozen in it. Seared cauliflower: 4/5-great appetizer for 2. The crispy chicken sandwich and the Botanist smash burger:5/5-Both had super flavorful pickles and toasted buns which always add a lovely crunch to each bite. If you're ever in Bakersfield and are at least 21, this place is well worth it! We'll hopefully be back someday. Highly recommend!

Great drinks Service…read morewas mid no customers. Dark lighting good for couples. Good spot for a cozy connection.

Food was delish!! I was surprised to find out they were serving Middle Eastern/Mediterranean food…read more Yuuum!! We had ordered the chicken & Filet kabob combo along with the traditional potato skins as an appetizer. Perfect food during the OKC & Spurs game. Service was exceptional. Our server was so nice & attentive. Ambiance was nice as well. Loved the Sports theme!!

I came here for some micro wrestling recently. I wish it was made more clear that there wouldn't be…read moreany food served on the event side because I decided to have some food on the restaurant side prior to the event and by doing so ended up too late and did not get seats for the event. We ended up just sort of standing around which made us have an encounter with a douchebag who said I was "in his space" which soured my mood. We stayed for the first 2 matches and then left early after getting tired of standing. It was refreshing that the douchebags friend came and apologized for his behavior though. The food we had was ok. I had wings and the hubs had the pastrami sandwich which he said was fire. Our friends got some kind of pita chips and they were burnt and gross but that could've been a one-off ‍

As you open your car door, you can smell the meals cooking on the grill. Open the double doors the…read moresmell of bbq slaps you in the face. Order at the cash register and patiently wait for your # to be called as your stomach growls at you with hunger. But one thing at Firestone you never wait that long. Those cooks are amazing and fast and good at what they do. The screens in every inch of the building so that you can't ever miss your event. Bring all your friends after an event, work, of a tee off and cool down with a couple of cold draft beers that rotate constantly

I stopped by today and ordered my food to go, and the service was quick and efficient. The prices…read moreare also very reasonable, especially considering how generous the portions are. Of course, I had to try their famous tri-tip sandwich and added a side of fries. The sandwich was loaded with tri-tip, tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with their BBQ sauce. The fries were a great addition and made the meal even more filling. I also ordered the Southwestern salad with chicken, and when I opened the container, I was honestly impressed by how much food they packed in there. It was huge, fresh, and loaded with chicken, avocado, black beans, corn, peppers, and plenty of toppings. Definitely not one of those salads that leaves you hungry afterward! I also have to give Firestone Grill credit for the sauces. They gave me two large containers of BBQ sauce AND two generous containers of dressing. As someone who hates when restaurants give you one tiny sauce for an entire meal, I appreciated that more than I probably should. No sauce rationing over here! I did takeout this time, but they offer self-seating and have a full bar, so next time I definitely want to dine in, grab a drink, and enjoy the full experience

Great date night! Beautiful atmosphere, awesome staff, great drinks and delicious food!…read more Sitting at the bar was so much fun. Our bartender was hilarious. We came early before our dinner reservation just to sit and enjoy time at the bar. Although I booked a reservation, it is not required. Inside the main dining hall is spacious and sooo pretty. I love the colors and decorations! Food was delicious! My only complaint is when it came to my cobb salad, which was huge, I only got a small container of ranch. Of course you can just ask and get more but I love my dressing and their ranch was BOMB! I had a taste of the prime rib which was delicious, needed a little salt but other than that, very good. I cant wait to return!

Went to Hungry Hunter for the first time, and went on my birthday!…read more The waiter was so friendly and nice! There was a little bit of a wait time to get seated, but it was busy when we arrived. I didn't expect there to be such a large amount of people on a Tuesday, but this place is popular! My wife and I both loved the spinach artichoke dip. If I had to give it feedback, I'd say I would have liked it to have been a little thicker. The chips that came with it were to die for! The steaks were cooked to perfection! Wife had a med-well filet, which she said was very tender, and I had the rare ribeye with chimichurri. It was only a dollar more for the chimichurri, but unfortunately that chimichurri is what cost this review a star. It was blended into some kind of green sauce/goop. I'm not from Argentina, but even I felt like I needed to apologize to Argentina after seeing it haha. Oh, I forgot to mention the tableside salad is fun! They bring out a salad tray and prepare your salad tableside. I highly recommend it! All in all, I will come back! I wouldn't order the chimichurri next time, but would get the ribeye again and spinach artichoke dip again.

Beautiful restaurant with the cutest accents! I'm jealous of all the pothos!…read more Food was delicious, I had the fish tacos with rice and beans and it was so yummy. The beans were a little heavy on the salt but otherwise the flavor was good. Our server was super nice and attentive. Can't wait to come back here! Parking is somewhat limited but it's worth it!

Luna is still very deserving of their great reviews! D…read moreElegante' (not sure I have the correct spelling) was our delightful server today. It was my monthly Girls Lunch and we are pleasant but not always timely in our ordering because somehow it takes us a while to even look at the menu although we do like the cocktails immediately. 'D' checked on us regularly without rushing us to order as we caught up. Now that they have their beer & wine license (Yay) They are always busy thanks to great service & elegant food offerings. I would recommend reservations on busy nights. They have a limited offering of wine and beer but good pairings with their menu. My companion ordered the Shrimp & spicy fried rice. The flavor was yummy although a bit too spicy for my companion. I thought it was delicious but it does have a little kick. The shrimp was succulent and the rice was beautifully prepared. I ordered the Salmon Al Diablo. The plating was lovely. The salmon was cooked perfectly. It was a little sauce heavy for me and the flavor of the pineapple just wasn't there. It was still a tasty dish that I thoroughly enjoyed. If you want a pleasing meal of taste and plating in a light, airy & relaxing environment definitely give them a try.

Food was incredible! We are French tourists visinting the American West, at this place was the best…read moreof our trip. And the service was amazing! I highly recommend!

Visiting from France. We received a very warm welcome and prompt service. The retro atmosphere was…read morereally nice. The waitress, Kate, was delightful, attentive, and patient while taking our order. The dishes fully lived up to our expectations and the establishment's reputation. I recommend it.

Hoagies is an odd name for a place that doesn't really specialize in hoagies, but whatever!…read more I looked up what their most popular meal was and it ended up being their Pismo Wrap. The wrap is filled with tri-tip, curly fries, avocado, and deliciousness. Usually when I visit a new place, I like to try different things on the menu, but Hoagies is a bit on the pricey side, so that doesn't leave much room to experiment. And after being disappointed by their fish and chips, I knew I had to stick with the Pismo Wrap being my regular order. However, the serving size is impressive. If you're ordering the wrap for lunch, you can save half for dinner. It's that massive. I couldn't finish it in one sitting. The vibe is totally laid back and feels like you're in a beach town. Service is always great here. And staff is always friendly! I highly recommend checking them out. One of my favorite places to eat at in downtown.

First time here, and I will definitely be back! This visit was a quick lunch run, so I ordered my…read morefood to go, but next time I plan to stay and enjoy the atmosphere. I stopped by during lunch and was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't as crowded as I expected. The ambiance was relaxing, spacious, and comfortable, with soccer games playing on the TVs. The only downside was having to head back to work! From the moment I walked in, I was warmly greeted. I really appreciated the immediate acknowledgment and friendly service. Now for the best part--the food! I ordered the Cali Cheesesteak with curly fries, and it was absolutely delicious. In fact, my coworkers were jealous when they saw my lunch! Needless to say, I'll be back. Next time, I'm bringing the whole crew for a group lunch!

The 18Hundred is such a fun place to come and dine at! I love that this building was once a…read moreSecurity Trust. The modern decor doesn't take away from the whole vibe. The neon signs are especially fun too. I came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. I was the first to arrive, and since they don't do reservations, I requested a table. We were expected to be quite a large party (approx.10-12), so it was pretty difficult getting seated quickly since they had to figure out spacing. But that's understandable with how limited the seating is already. I was between getting the zucchini fries and the brussels sprouts, because their brussels sprouts are so tasty and flavorful. But ended up ordering the zucchini fries, because they are incredible! They're nice, hot and crispy, and go amazing with their ranch! For my main dish I ordered the Wild Caught Cajun Salmon Salad. I had never had it before but it was really good & filling! The food took a little long to come out, but again, it was understandable with the amount of people in our party. Overall, I was satisfied with my visit and will definitely come back!

Best burgers in town!!!! I don't use best lightly I truly mean it their burgers are the best! I…read morerecommend the bako burger! Also they make amazing mixed drinks. 10/10 spot!

We stopped in Bakersfield during a road trip and were looking for a good brunch spot. The 24th…read moreStreet Cafe came highly recommended, and it did not disappoint. I had the shrimp omelet with arrabbiata sauce. It had a nice spicy kick, and the shrimp were clearly good quality. Aramis ordered the Texas chili and really enjoyed it. A great road-trip brunch stop. We'd definitely come back when we're in Bakersfield again.

I been wanting to go here for a long time since I seen it on The Best Thing I Ever Ate for their…read morechili. I had the pastromi sandwich and it was very good. I want to try so many more things on their menu, waffles, Crepes, pumpkin pancakes, chili etc. Now go and enjoy, you can thank me later.

This place is amazing. Great service, good vibes, and beautiful art. My friend and I went to eat in…read morethe gallery. Very respectable service and attentive as well. I recommend this place. The food was amazing as well, I got the tri tip melt and my friend got the sweet potatoes and Brussel sprout bowl. Very delicious!!

A Delicious Thank You to Teachers!…read more What an incredibly thoughtful way to give back to the community! One of our teachers at school entered a drawing for a free catered lunch from Locale Farm to Table, and we were so lucky to win! The drawing was the owner Heather's way of giving back and showing her appreciation for teachers. She was especially touched by our teacher's story, which made the win feel even more meaningful. Many of us who work at the school already dine at Locale and absolutely love the food, so we knew we were in for a treat. Heather brought some of their most popular dishes, including a hot honey goat cheese spread with Pyrenees bread, roasted butternut squash and Brussels sprouts, a fresh garden salad, and a chocolate and strawberry pastry for dessert. Everything was absolutely delicious! What really stood out, though, was how much thought Heather put into making sure everyone could enjoy the meal. She heard that we had some vegetarians among us and went above and beyond by preparing additional dishes without bacon so everyone had plenty to eat. That extra touch meant so much and really showed how genuinely caring and thoughtful she is. Having this incredible meal right before the first day of school was such a special treat. Teachers and school staff work incredibly hard, and feeling appreciated in such a generous way was truly wonderful. Thank you, Heather, for your generosity, kindness, and for supporting our school community! We are so grateful, and, of course, already looking forward to our next visit to Locale!