Bakersfield/ Food & Drinks
Published on December 05, 2019
Check out the 5 top spots in Bakersfield's Oleander Sunset neighborhoodPhoto: Fresco Mexican Grill/Yelp

Visiting Oleander Sunset, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Bakersfield neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a candy shop to a cafe.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Oleander Sunset, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. New Saigon

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Topping the list is Vietnamese spot New Saigon. Located at 333 Union Ave., Suite 201, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 169 reviews on Yelp.

Start your meal with an appetizer of crispy egg rolls, followed by beef stew with steamed rice. This spot also offers pho and egg noodle soup.

2. Dewar's Candy Shop

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Next up is candy store Dewar's Candy Shop, which offers ice cream, frozen yogurt and more, situated at 1120 Eye St. With 4.5 stars out of 370 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. 

Established in 1909, Dewar's Candy shop produces taffy chews, chocolates and ice cream specialties. It also features an old fashioned soda fountain.

3. Fresco Mexican Grill

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Fresco Mexican Grill, a Mexican spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 248 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1431 California Ave. to see for yourself. 

On the menu, look for breakfast burritos, bowls, tacos, tostadas, enchiladas, quesadillas, chilaquiles, nachos and more. 

4. Pho-Vy

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Check out Pho-Vy, which has earned four stars out of 234 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Vietnamese spot at 333 Union Ave., Suite 203. 

The menu features traditional Vietnamese dishes like spring rolls, pho, chow mein, rice vermicelli, fried rice, egg rolls and Vietnamese iced coffee.

5. Donna Kaye's Cafe

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And then there's Donna Kaye's Cafe, a local favorite with four stars out of 184 reviews. Stop by 212 Oak St. to hit up the traditional American breakfast and brunch spot next time you're in the neighborhood. 

The cafe offers pastrami sandwiches, tuna melts, burgers, chicken fried steak and an all-day breakfast.


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