Luigi's Restaurant and Delicatessen

Open since 1910, this Italian grocery & restaurant/deli offers classic lunches in old-school digs.

Wool Growers Restaurant

Family-owned Basque eatery & cocktail lounge serving roasted meats & other regional fare since 1954.

Mexicali

Mexican spot with a big menu covering all the basics & a comfy lounge serving beer, wine & tequila.

Salty's BBQ

Tri-tip, pulled pork, ribs & chicken doled out in a converted railcar with indoor & outdoor seating.

Uricchio's Trattoria

Reservations are recommended at this popular spot known for its big portions of hearty Italian food.

Bill Lee's Bamboo Chopsticks

Established in 1983, this Chinese outpost offers traditional house specialties in a basic space.

Cafe Smitten

Homey, rustic cafe serving craft coffee drinks, breakfast & lunch fare, plus beer & wine.

Dagny's Coffee Co

Laid-back spot for gourmet coffee, wine or beer as well as fresh-baked pastries & patio seating.

Adventure Awaits Coffee Shop

Casual coffeehouse serving breakfast and Cuban coffee, plus pastries and empanadas.

Tiki-Ko

Busy neighborhood bar serving up tropical cocktails in a snug interior with island-themed decor.

The Silver Fox Starlite Lounge

Casual, cozy, modern bar with a jukebox, offering tacos chips and salsa, beer, wine and cocktails.

Guthrie's Alley Cat

Chill, long-running bar with old-school decor & a pool table serving cocktails & beer. Cash only.

Best Local Hikes

Explore Bakersfield and Kern County with this collection of local hiking trails.

Local Golf Courses

Encased by mountains on three sides and home to 300 days of sunshine per year, Bakersfield and its neighboring communities have the courses to match your game and budget. Challenge yourself on a championship style course or enjoy a fun outing at one…

Kern River Rafting

Looking for a Blast of Fun? There are several exciting whitewater river rafting trips close to Bakersfield. The Kern River offers whitewater experiences from Class I through Class V.