Bakersfield · Kern County, CA

Nightlife in Bakersfield

Scout analyzed 69 Bakersfield places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

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Typical spend

$50

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

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

Downtown

3 matching spots

Oleander/Sunset

1 matching spots

South San Lauren

1 matching spots

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Oleander/Sunset

Bellvedere Cocktail Lounge

This cocktail lounge is a good spot for an evening drink, often featuring live music or karaoke. Expect to spend a couple of hours and $30-70 per person on drinks.

CocktailsLive musicSports

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

The Mint Bar

The Mint Bar is a laid-back spot for drinks and a game of pool, often featuring drink specials. Expect to spend an hour or two and around $10-30 per person.

CocktailsOutdoorsSports

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

South San Lauren

Legends Lounge & Event Center

Legends Lounge is a good spot for a casual evening out with friends, offering drinks, food, and entertainment like karaoke and pool. Expect to spend a few hours here with drinks and a meal, costing around $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Sandrini's Public House

Sandrini's Public House is suitable for an informal evening out for drinks and international food. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $15-35 per person.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

The Botanist

The Botanist is suitable for an evening drink or two, either as a standalone outing or paired with dinner nearby. Expect to spend $30-75 per person for drinks and possibly a small plate, over 1-2 hours.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking