Bakersfield's 3 best food stands (that won't break the bank)

Bakersfield's 3 best food stands (that won't break the bank)Tacos Mi Casa | Photo: Hana S./Yelp
Hoodline
Published on December 09, 2019

Looking to try the top food stands around?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable food stands in Bakersfield, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.

1. Pop-pa's Gourmet Popcorn

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Topping the list is Pop-Pa's Gourmet Popcorn. Located at 4201 Ryder Lane in Campus Park, the popcorn shop and food stand is the highest-rated inexpensive food stand in Bakersfield, boasting five stars out of 24 reviews on Yelp. 

"We create high-quality gourmet popcorn, pre-packaged and ready to eat," it states on Yelp. "We have classic flavors everyone knows and loves, as well as unique flavors that you won't find anywhere else. We use Non-GMO kernels, and many of our flavors are vegetarian and vegan-friendly, soy-free, nut-free and gluten-free." Its flavors include cinnamon, cheddar and matcha.

2. Tacos Mi Casa

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Next up is Campus Park's Tacos Mi Casa, situated at Gosford Road and White Lane. With four stars out of 26 reviews on Yelp, the food stand and Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a low-priced option.

The eatery offers tacos, burritos, tortas, quesadillas and nachos, with such meat options as beef, chicken, chorizo and tongue.

3. R&T Hot Dogs

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R&T Hot Dogs, located at 8700 Rosedale Highway, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the low-priced food stand four stars out of 13 reviews.

Yelper Brigette V. wrote, "The two standout burritos were the chile verde and the chorizo, but all of them were great. Insanely delicious and really great prices."


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