Bakersfield · Kern County, CA

Food & Drink in Bakersfield

Scout analyzed 69 Bakersfield places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

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Typical spend

$45

Typical visit

1.1 hr

Best neighborhoods for food & drink

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Downtown

6 matching spots

Seven Oaks

2 matching spots

Villages of Brimhall/Brimhall Classics

1 matching spots

Mondavi

1 matching spots

Pheasant Run

1 matching spots

San Lauren

1 matching spots

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Food & Drink

Huevo House

Huevo House is a casual breakfast and lunch spot, good for a relaxed meal that will take about an hour and cost around $10-25 per person. It pairs well with morning errands or a casual weekend outing.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Luigi's Restaurant and Delicatessen

Luigi's is suitable for a casual lunch, either solo or with family, offering classic Italian fare. Expect to spend $15-30 per person for a meal that lasts about an hour.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

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Yard House

Yard House is a reliable spot for a casual meal or drinks with friends and family, often paired with watching a game. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $30-60 per person.

FoodCocktailsSports

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Cafe Smitten (Downtown)

Cafe Smitten is good for a casual breakfast or lunch, potentially pairing with a downtown errand or brief solo outing. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for about an hour.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Villages of Brimhall/Brimhall Classics

Flame & Fire Brazilian Steakhouse

Flame & Fire is a good choice for a celebratory dinner or a substantial family meal. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $50-80 per person for the rodizio experience.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$50–$80 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Mondavi

Sonder

Sonder offers a relaxed spot for American comfort food and drinks. Expect a meal to last 1-1.5 hours and cost $25-50 per person, fitting for a casual evening out or weekend meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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Old River Grill at the Marketplace

Old River Grill is suitable for a casual, affordable meal like breakfast or lunch, often paired with errands or shopping. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$30 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Wool Growers Restaurant

Wool Growers is a classic Bakersfield stop for a Basque meal, suitable for a family dinner or a relaxed date night. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $25-50 per person on hearty food and drinks.

FoodWellnessCocktails

$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Filling Station

This drive-thru coffee shop is good for a quick stop for a drink or pastry on the way to work, school, or another activity, costing around $5-10 per person. It's a convenient option for a solo grab-and-go or a family with kids.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Downtown

Caffeine Supreme

This is a coffee shop best for a quick solo stop or a relaxed meet-up with a friend, typically lasting under an hour. Expect to spend $5-10 per person for a drink and perhaps a small bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$10 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Seven Oaks

Eureka!

Eureka! is suitable for a casual dinner or drinks, pairing well with a movie or shopping trip. Expect to spend 75-120 minutes and $25-$50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Dagny's Coffee Co

Dagny's is suitable for a casual stop for coffee, pastries, or a light lunch. Plan for about an hour and expect to spend $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingOutdoors

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Pheasant Run

Frugatti's

Frugatti's is a solid choice for a sit-down Italian dinner, suitable for family celebrations or a relaxed date night. Expect a visit of 1.5 to 2 hours with a typical spend of $20-45 per person for food and drink.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$20–$45 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

San Lauren

Hungry Hunter Steakhouse

Hungry Hunter Steakhouse is suitable for an evening meal, especially for a date night or a family dinner. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $35-75 per person for dinner and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Seven Oaks

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

This is a reliable spot for a casual family meal or a group outing, offering pub fare and house brews. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsSports

$25–$50 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Downtown

The 18hundred

This is a good spot for a casual meal of burgers and shakes with family or friends, potentially paired with a nearby activity. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-35 per person for food and drinks.

FoodShoppingCocktails

$15–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Zama Latin American Cuisine

Zama is suitable for an evening meal, potentially paired with drinks beforehand or after. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $30-60 per person for an upscale Latin American dining experience.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Temblor Brewing Company

Temblor Brewing is suitable for a casual meal and drinks with friends or family, perhaps after an afternoon activity or before heading home for the evening. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $15-40 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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The BLVD!

The BLVD! is a good spot for a casual family outing or group hang, combining pub grub and drinks with bowling and games. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $30-$75 per person for food, drinks, and activities.

FoodCocktailsSports

$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking