Place to sit outdoors. Drinks are a bit overpriced yet they do have specials. Live bands…read moreoccasionally and Karaoke once a week. You can smoke 'em if got 'em outside too!

I just don't know what it is about this bar that I'm not feeling. I feel as though it just isn't…read moremeant for me. I don't feel like I fit in here at all and I've given it quite a few chances. It may be the clientele that makes me feel this way or maybe the atmosphere. It's so freaking dark in here also. I didn't even have a drink when we got there so I can't review them but this bar is a total GuyDudeBro bar. If that's your thing, then you'll love it.

I met a friend here for dinner and drinks. I've never been before and I found out It's under new…read moremanagement. I was surprised when I walked in because I thought the place was much bigger. It is a long and narrow establishment with a trendy vibe. Decorated with wine barrels and bottles which give it an industrial feel. We were greeted by a server immediately upon entering but he wasn't very friendly. I placed an order for a Tito's press for my first round and the hubs ordered a Tito's and tonic. For our next round I ordered a Tito's and tonic and was given another vodka press. After scanning the QR code and checking out the menu, we decided on the shrimp ceviche as an appetizer with the shrimp tacos and a chicken taco salad. The menu is soooo small! I came in with an appetite and there wasn't much to choose from. The hubs said the ceviche was too salty but the shrimp tacos were good. I thought the taco salad was delicious and I finished it all. My friend ordered the garlic shrimp and also said they were salty and at $24.99 for just 6 shrimp, she would not order them again. The weirdest part was there was a big labradoodle inside the restaurant! I thought it crazy at first since there is a patio that is just fine for dogs. Look, I'm a dog lover, but inside of a restaurant is crazy to me! What if people are allergic? What if the dog jumps on the table? This dog was roaming all over the place...it was under our table looking for scraps and I even seen it sniffing a patrons legs at one of the high top tables. Anyway, this place is decorated super cute, the food was okay and the dog seems to be one of the owners so it seems it's going to be there indefinitely. I don't think I'll be going back but you should give it a try.

I'm always looking for a good whiskey bar and Cask Strength fit the bill…read more All of the folks behind the bar were friendly and fun to have conversations with. My bartender, Alec, made a great Old Fashioned. I only came in for a couple drinks before a show downtown, but I was recommended their Chili Relleno. And thank goodness I was. It was delicious. They were kind enough to turn on the Dodger game when I asked and I ended up spending well over an hour watching my team secure a win before heading out. The location is awesome and pretty much anything you'd like to do downtown is walkable distance to and from the bar. The bar has changed ownership recently. But with drinks this good, yummy food, and stellar service, Cask Strength Bar and Kitchen has a bright future in Bakersfield!

Stopped by Tommy's Pizza at Imbibe and it never disappoints! I love that you can call in your order…read morebefore arriving -- so convenient. Their Caesar dressing is hands down the best, with real anchovy flavor that makes it extra bold and authentic. I always order the Margherita pizza but swap in their spicy tomato sauce... absolutely delicious. Such a perfect pairing with Imbibe's pour-your-own wine spouts, and they make some of the best Old Fashioneds around. The Imbibe staff truly make the place feel like home. Great food, great drinks, great vibes!

Do not be fooled by this hidden gem in Bakersfield. I have been coming here for years and will…read morecontinue to. They have a spectacular selection of wine, spirits and beer that you can take home of drink there with a Tommy's Pizza. If you are unsure of what you want the staff is more than happy to guide to a amazing selection. If they do not have what you are looking for ask to see if the can special order, they were able to track down 2 bottles of special chartreuse bottlings for me. We will also bring a board/card game and just play will enjoying a bottle of wine. It is always a stress free place to store you wine if you need to, I have two lockers in the back and it is always the correct temperature.

This was my first time to this location. The layout of the restaurant is great, love me a good…read morecompartmentalized place. We came in for lunch and were tended to quickly by the waitress. Lots of choices on the menu. Our group of 6 mainly ordered wings, I ordered the blackened pasta and another the kids sliders. First off, portions are MASSIVE! So that's a plus. Everyone seemed to enjoy their wings, I however didn't really care for the pasta. It was very salty. We don't play games or anything, so I can't speak on that, but restaurant is clean and very spacious.

Paid for bowling and dinner, but ended up leaving hungry and spending even more elsewhere…read more We came in with our child and fiancé, paid $80 for a bowling lane for 2 hours, and expected to enjoy a fun family night that included bowling and dinner. Instead, we ended up leaving early despite our game still having over a half hour left, going to BJ's (great experience and customer service) to eat, and spending almost double what we had planned because we received no service at all during our time here. When we first arrived, our waitress brought us three waters at 7:30 when our lane time started, but after that we were completely forgotten. About 35 minutes into our bowling time, we still had not been greeted to order food or drinks, even though we saw our waitress repeatedly walking back and forth servicing the same three lanes on the far left servicing the same men over and over. I eventually had to walk up to the bar myself to order drinks because no one had come to our lane. Bartender was great and attentive, and took my drink order right away. When I returned, I asked a busser walking by if we could get a waitress and was told, "I'll go find her." She later came back and said she couldn't find her but thought someone else would help us. However, both employees continued taking care of the same lanes and never came over to check on us. Again, I asked the lady that helped us check into our bowling lane if we can please get a waitress to put a food order in with. She never came. I once again had to walk to the bar myself to order more drinks because our child was thirsty and we still had not had anyone come take our order. As I was walking back to our lane with two sodas and a drink in my hands, the same employee that assisted with check us in to bowling asked, "She hasn't come to take your order?" I said no, and she responded, "Oh, sorry," before i walked over to our lane. By that point, we had already been there for an hour and 25 minutes and had received absolutely no service beyond the original waters. Not once, if there was cameras will they see the waitress or waitor make it even close to our lane. Not once did a waitress come to lane 1 to take our order or check if we needed anything. I spoke with the manager and explained everything because our child's experience was ruined. We booked two hours to bowl, have fun, and enjoy a family night, but our child was hungry and by the time anyone finally came over, our bowling time was almost over. The manager offered an appetizer or brownie, but at that point it was too late. This is actually the third time we have had issues receiving any kind of service while booking a bowling lane at this location. I completely understand that busy nights, short staffing, weekends, or holidays can make things difficult, but this was a quiet Wednesday night and the location was not busy. There was no reason we should have been ignored the entire time. I gave this place the benefit of the doubt the first two times, but after the exact same issue happening repeatedly, I can understand why the reviews for this location are so poor. Spending this much money for a family experience and leaving disappointed every single time is extremely frustrating. Unfortunately, we have learned our lesson and will not be returning.

I was only in the city for a couple of days and decided to stop by, and I'm so glad I did! The…read morepizza was delicious, and I'd definitely recommend giving this place a try.A special shoutout to, i believe his name was Kendrick, who helped me during my visit. He was honestly the highlight of my trip. His customer service was amazing, he was incredibly friendly, and he made my experience memorable. Great food and even better service!

I'd heard really great things about Bakersfield Pizza & Bar from friends and colleagues, finally…read moregot a chance to try it for myself. I ordered two large pies for pick up: Italian trio and combination. Both of them pan crust. My order was ready for pick up when they told me it would be. Pizza was hot, fresh, and full of flavor! I especially liked the abundance of veggies on the combination! I would definitely recommend the spot to anyone looking for a good pizza.

Super cool vibe . Cold beer great service and nice AC blowing , feels good when it's hot outside !…read moreForgot our bartender's name but ladies were super friendly . Definitely will be revisiting every time we're in Kernville....

We were in town camping during World Cup and wanted to catch the game somewhere. When I called and…read moreasked they answered all of my questions and we felt good about going there. We watched upstairs since my under-21 daughter was with me. They not only made sure the TV worked, but adjusted the music so we could hear the game, came up to make sure we were comfortable, and were just super kind. When I cashed out they asked about the game, when the U.S. was playing next, and just generally about how I was enjoying the cup. Super super nice people. Good beer selection, didn't charge my daughter for soda refills, and just a generally perfect experience. They let us bring food from one of the local burger spots too.

What a great dive bar during Whiskey Flat Days! Everytime we come to Kernville we hit The Hut.read more

5 star dive bar. Pool table , juke box , cheap drinks and shuffleboard. Steve the bartender has a…read moredeadpan sense of humor. I told him , "this is the kind of place where you wanna take your shirt off" He replied " this is not that kinda place" I replied what if the girls wanna go topless. He replied " it is that kinda place. Gotta love him! Cheers!

We had an amazing experience! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The…read moreatmosphere was welcoming, clean, and comfortable, and the staff went above and beyond to make us feel appreciated. The bartender was very creative in my our own unique cocktails. Every part of our visit exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be coming back and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for outstanding food and excellent customer service! And the photographer with his special talent capturing our visit..!! Thank You..!!

Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains along the Kaweah River, The Gateway…read moreRestaurant & Lodge was the perfect place to enjoy dinner after a memorable day exploring Sequoia National Park. With our large group of 7, we were seated outdoors, where we enjoyed spectacular views and the calming sounds of the Kaweah River. I had made a reservation earlier in the day, and the staff was very friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. Service remained attentive & pleasant thruout the evening. The hubs & I wanted to keep things light & healthy, so we shared serveral dishes, to sample more of the menu. We started with the jumbo shrimp cocktail and crab cakes, both of which were heavenly. The shrimp were fresh & sweet, pairing perfectly with the cocktail sauce. The escargot bourguignon was also enjoyable ~ the snails were fresh and not mushy like those I've had at some other restaurants, although I've tasted better versions elsewhere. The colossal snails were imported from France and prepared in the chef's special butter sauce. Next, we shared the Chinese chicken salad, which came in a generous portion. To finish, we shared a 12-oz New York steak with our daughter, and it was cooked perfectly medium-rare. She also added a cup of clam chowder soup, while my son ordered his own filet mignon steak, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Overall, the food was decent for the price, but the real highlight was the relaxing atmosphere & beautiful river view. It was the perfect way to end an already wonderful day exploring the park.