Had a bbq chicken salad and my gosh was it filling! For the low cost and the health benefits this…read moreplace deserves to be higher in the lunch choice roulette. Food is very clean, but the flavors are still impeccable and solid! I feel good after eating.

Urban café is a perfect place for decent food. The employees here are super-nice at this location…read more But I have to say, the music they play is horrible and I always can't wait to leave.

Service was great! Johnny our server was so helpful and attentive. The ambiance is welcoming and…read morerelaxed. I enjoyed the food and the stay. I met up with my lovely Yelp friend. She comes from LA so we meet halfway. She is so nice and so friendly. She really won my heart! This is the second time we meet in Bakersfield. I had this place saved for a while now so I was excited for the visit there. We got there and they sat us almost right away. They have a cute lobby before the entrance to the restaurant. There is an old telephone booth and Christmas decorations. Johnny brought us the menu and it was the lunch menu. I saw on line that they had some great food for breakfast and Te-see asked him about it. He told us they were still making breakfast so I got happy. I ordered a coffee with cream and he brought it in a little tray with the creamer on the side. The table was a little wobbly and the coffee spilled all over the tray. Luckily Te-see got that fixed with a sugar packet. Jonny brought me another tray with coffee and cream. Almost everything was plant base, some egg and chicken but definitely no red meat. Unless I didn't see it. So I ordered the chilaquiles rojos and my daughter the Happy-go-Lucky-bowl. Te-see got the torta española and slew got a pancake to shared. All the food came very fancy well presented. Almost like magazine perfect. I loved them. We were taking videos and pictures as we should like a truly Yelpers that we are. Haha! The food was so tasty and flavorful. I loved my chilaquiles. They were perfect for my palate. They were crunchy and still with the flavor of the sauce. So delicious. They came with a little bowl of beans from the olla. (Freshly cooked) Te-see mention that her torta española was great as well. It came with some green salad. And it did really look so good. My daughter got the Happy-go-lucky-bowl. I was surprised she liked it. It was so beautiful presented. Sorry I already mention that. But yes it was pretty. There was berries melon, pineapple. She said it was really good and filling. She couldn't finish it. The pancake we order to share was so healthy made with all the good grains like chia, hemp seed, brown rice, oat flour. So good. It had some bananas and berries on top. Really delicious. I want to go back again just writing about it. I may go back and order different things from the menu. The bathrooms are very clean. Also maybe restaurant is part of the hotel

Cute atmosphere hostesses took a while to come to the front…read moreto seat us. Ordered the Chilaquiles, came out cold somehow & the flavor was okay. Pancakes were mid. Small water cups & had to flag down waitress to get more water multiple times . Honestly wont be coming back.

It's been a minute but finally came back to have breakfast here. I forgot how much food you get…read morehere. The food is always hot and comes hot pretty quick. The staff here are friendly and always ready to refill the drinks or top off the coffee. The ambience is cool, it got the small breakfast spot going on. I would recommend eating here.

I've been here a couple times, and I order a salad with cheese, nuts & fruit in it. They put way…read moretoo much dressing on it. I thought the last time must have been a mistake, but it was even worse. It's swimming in a strong fruity vinegar. Almost inedible, and I should have asked them to rinse it off. But I'm a masochist, and I don't like to complain. Service was nice. Ambiance is nice diner with lots of old folks.

My niece and I came in just after the lunch rush- our server Dakota, was on it- you could tell the…read morerush had just left- still, we were greeted with a smile and professionalism. He was still enthusiastic. The front dining area was bright and clean with a small section showcasing local goods. There are tables outside all under covering. We were brought a whipped feta and honey app and it was delicious. I appreciate the restaurant supporting local small business. Overall it was a good experience- nice sized portions, we had to get boxes to take home leftovers (that's not a bad thing). Will come back.

Was in town for a few days and stopped by this local (ha ha ha) joint for a a quick brunch. We…read moreordered the all-american burger with the sweet potato fries, a loaded tuna sandwich, a cold brew, and a regular fresca (watermelon + other seasonal fruits that have been cold pressed). Everything was so phenomenal - the food was fresh and not super heavy, and since its farm to table, everything was so so delicious. Our server Jasmine was so attentive and sweet and made sure we had what we needed. Monique was also so kind and checked in on us frequently. From the quality of the food, the value of it, to the service of the restaurant, everything was great! Affordable, delicious, and overall such a pleasure to have been able to try this restaurant.

We were starving after a long day of running errands and decided a late lunch/early dinner would…read morefoot the ticket. Since I can no longer consume gluten or casein, it's difficult eating out. But the server was so nice, she even went to ask what items she could offer me. I can't even begin to convey how appreciative I was and how I really felt that they cared! I decided on the house salad with balsamic and a cup of chili. The chili is so so delicious! Of course, mine was without cheese, but I bet with cheese is even better! I always love the vibe in this place, great music, cool decor and a proper diner feel. They always treat me like they know me, and that's a great feeling.

For the longest time I thought this place was strictly diner food. I'd heard a lot of good things…read morebut never had the chance to stop by. Recently I came for lunch with a group and was genuinely surprised by how many delicious options they have. I ordered a pizza and it ended up being the perfect size to share--even though I'd ordered it just for myself. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. From what I understand, there are two locations, and this one off Truxtun Ave is super spacious and very clean. It definitely didn't give me traditional "diner" vibes at all. I can't wait to come back and try more items, especially breakfast!

24th Street Cafe is a classic go to. We ordered the 16 oz NY steak and the Chicken Fried Steak and…read moreeggs,biscuits and gravy, a side of cottage cheese, coffee and a Iced tea. The 16 oz. NY steak was amazingly tender and cooked perfectly, the kind of steak that really does not need much done to it because the flavor already speaks for itself. They served it with chimichurri sauce, which just was not exactly my cup of tea, but once I added Worcestershire sauce, it really brought out the flavor of an already all-star steak. The Chicken Fried Steak 'n' Eggs with hash browns was also very tasty Steak even the batter had flavor and definitely worth it. The chicken fried steak had that good comfort food quality to it, with a crispy outside, tender bite, and a savory flavor that worked really well with the eggs. The hash browns helped round everything out nicely and even the biscuits and gravy which im generally not a fan of was very good. Service from Holly, and I hope I got that right, was amazing from start to finish. She was friendly, attentive, and made the visit feel easy and comfortable. Even the iced tea stood out to me because it tasted like the homemade sun tea I make every year by the pool, and that gave the whole meal an extra familiar touch. Overall, this was a very strong visit with a standout steak, a satisfying breakfast plate, and excellent service.

If it wasn't for the old stool decor, this place would not survive. Food was terrible. Ordered ny…read moresteak medium rare and country fried steak. NY steak came medium/well done. The steak was thin so it pretty much was all well done apart from the center being slightly pink. Such a disappointment. Country fried steak was one of the worst I've ever had, super dry, could have done with more gravy. Ordered drinks with less ice, glass came full of ice like an ordinary amount but went the wrong table at first. The restaurant was dirty. Needs sweeping as there was dirty tissue under our table before we entered but instead staff are cleaning the glass panels between the tables that aren't as dirty as the obvious tissues on the floor. Are they hoping the decor draws eyes up away from the dirty floor? 2 stars for the retro decor.

I've been here twice now. Here's things we love about it:…read morethey greet you right away when you walk in, it's clean, aesthetically pleasing, and close to the Fox Theater and The Well Comedy Club. The first time we came here, my husband and I came for dinner and drinks, both were amazing and the service was perfect. The server checked on us enough but not too much to make us feel rushed. Tonight we just went for drinks as we were in the area before the event we were going to started. My husband had an old fashioned and I had a lemon drop martini, we sat at the bar. The bar tender was friendly and her drinks satisfied the thirst.

Had higher expectations, but it was a solid 3/5. I ordered…read morethe spicy chicken sandwich, which a very thin piece of chicken, the spicy bbq was overpowering. Wish they did a standard crispy chicken sandwich with a thicker cut of the thigh, rather than pounding out the breast to be mostly breading. The side garden salad was very fresh and crisp. The service and drinks were decent, could be improved but not bad. It was kind of pricey for a cocktail - $18 for a Tito's vodka lemon drop. (They up charged for top shelf). It took 10-15 min to get our check after we stopped eating for a server to notice that we were done. Ambiance is cute, pretty causal. I would give it another chance if I'm in the area.

After arriving in Bakersfield, we were looking for places closeby to get some dinner. As we were…read morepulling up to the hotel, I thought I saw a sign that said brewery, so looked it up and - yep - there's a brewery right across the street. We walked over and had an enjoyable experience. I would first note, they only had 5 of the brewery's own beers on tap. I didn't mind, as I enjoyed a blood orange witbier. I had the sliders with veggie sticks and they were delicious. I was excited to see something besides just chips offered for sides. The seating space is ample and the night we were there, there was music. I was actually pleasantly surprised the music wasn't super loud and echo-y and we could still enjoy conversation. I would recommend stopping by for a beer and some food!

I came here last night with a group of 18 people while we were visiting Bakersfield, for the drag…read moreraces. When we made the reservation, no one told us that the restaurant operates as a self-service setup. We assumed, like most places that accept large reservations, that there would be some level of table service. Instead, the table was basically just a place for us to sit and eat. If we wanted drinks, we had to go up to the bar ourselves to order them. When it came time to eat, we had to leave the table again and go up to the front counter to place our food orders. No one came to the table to take orders, check on us, or even bring water. We ended up having to get water ourselves as well. What was most frustrating was at the end when I went to pay the bill and was told that an automatic 20% gratuity had been added because we were a large party. I completely understand adding gratuity when a staff is actively serving a large group taking orders, bringing drinks, refilling water, checking on the table, etc. But in this case there was essentially no service provided. Everything from ordering drinks, ordering food, and getting water was self-service. If the restaurant is going to run this way, that's fine but it should be clearly communicated when a large group makes a reservation, and automatic gratuity for "service" that didn't happen doesn't feel appropriate. We come to Bakersfield twice a year and after this experience, I don't think we will ever be back.

We heard it was chicken pot pie day at the Guild House. We couldn't think of a better way to enjoy…read morelunch. The Guild House is run by volunteers with all proceeds going to a children's charity. All their food is homemade. You need reservations to eat. We checked, and there was plenty of room for us. The atmosphere is almost like you're eating at a bed-and-breakfast. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. I can't say enough about the atmosphere. As for the food, it's delicious. Everything is prepared that day . The rolls are amazing. The chicken pot pie was homemade and the serving was more than ample. Lunch is a flat $25 and that doesn't include tip. If you've got a special friend, this is a great place to share a relaxing lunch with.

My gal pal was lucky enough to snag a canceled reservation for 2 today. I wanted to enjoy a lovely…read moreholiday lunch with her just in time for Christmas Eve eve. As per usual, the ladies here were lovely and kind. They made us feel welcome from the second we walked in which makes the experience all the more enjoyable. Today's lunch menu included: fresh rolls with butter, Broccoli Cheese Soup, Side Salad with French dressing, Cranberry Chicken, Rice Pilaf and Chocolate Coffee Torte. Today's dishes, delicious. The ladies, darling. The ambiance, festive. 10/10.

This place is truly a hold in the wall in downtown Bakersfield. We came here on a Thursday night to…read moregrab a quick bite and we were the only ones there. There was only one staff member who was both our server and the cook. She was extremely nice and friendly. To drink, I ordered a jalapeño blood orange margarita and it was sooo delicious! Unfortunately, the food was honestly nothing special and just alright. The slow roasted beef tacos were just okay, and the salsa it came with had an odd flavor. Also, the pork bites seemed overcooked and were tough to eat. Not sure if I'll be coming here again, but if I do it'll probably be for the drinks.

We tried going here before but it seems like they close quite early so we were not able to try it…read moreas we came a bit past 8 PM. My husband has been here though and loved their grilled lamb tacos. So we ordered the same and also shared a chili verde bowl. He loves the tacos because he is a big bleu cheese fan but it seems like there was not enough cheese on our order. It also was a bit dry which was unfortunate. The chili verde bowl though had a good kick and I enjoyed it. The restaurant has a nice cozy ambiance though and feels like home. Unfortunately, the tacos felt kinda short of our expectations.