Spending time in downtown Bakersfield? Get to know this Bakersfield neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Mexican restaurant to a farm to table spot.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit downtown, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Pita Paradise
Topping the list is halal spot Pita Paradise, which offers falafel and more. Located at 2020 H St., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 467 reviews on Yelp.
On the menu, you'll find lamb and beef gyros, chicken shawarma and falafel pita, as well as hummus and garlic fries.
2. Nuestro Mexico Restaurant
Next up is Mexican spot Nuestro Mexico Restaurant, which offers seafood and more, situated at 716 21st St. With 4.5 stars out of 932 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
Here, you'll find Mexican entrees like tacos, enchiladas and ceviche. Specifically, this spot serves up dishes like the seafood poblano, which comes with shrimp, scallops and fish. The restaurant also offers signature cocktails like the Oaxaca Old Fashion — with Patron silver, Silencio Mezcal and a mix of homemade spices.
3. Cafe Smitten
Cafe Smitten, which offers coffee, tea and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 909 18th St., 4.5 stars out of 583 reviews.
The eatery serves local, hand-crafted fare, which includes small plates like the fried cauliflower with tahini, as well as sandwiches like the Avocado Smash, which comes with an over-medium egg, avocado, pumpkin seeds and chili flakes.
Cafe Smitten also features live music every Friday evening.
4. Locale Farm to Table Eatery
Locale Farm to Table Eatery, a spot to score sandwiches, burgers and salads, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 423 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1727 18th St. to see for yourself.
All the dishes on the menu are comprised of locally sourced and organic ingredients. You can expect pastrami sandwiches, cobb salads, pulled pork tacos, chicken parmesan and more.
The restaurant also frequently hosts live music and workshops like craft nights.
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