El Puesto Cocina y Cantina

This was our first time trying this restaurant. We had lots of people recommend it to us and I got to say the food was delicious and came in good portions. We tried their micheladas and they where alright.. it has way to much pepper and spices. Our server was great and came often to offer us anything we needed. I recommend it to anyone who's in the mood for some authentic Mexican food! We will come back here again for sure.

Published at 8 months ago

My first time going to El Puesto the decor inside is beautiful and the food is great! However I wasn't impressed with the pinwheels with hot sauce poured over them that came to the table only ate a couple,how about chips and salsa instead?? The service was so so waited for my check for about 10 mins after I finished my meal. Another gripe I have is there is no salt/pepper/sugar on the tables you have to ask for it, again why not put those items on the table instead of having the waitress go back and fourth. As far as the food the Quesabirria was excellent some of the best I have had! My wifes soft tacos were excellent as well both meals came with rice and beans that were very flavorful. Hopefully they can correct those things I mentioned I will give it another shot and see what happens.

Published at 10 months ago

The food was simply delicious. However, the service was extremely horrible. We had a party of 4 and we had to BEG to receive our items, asked about 3 different servers. They are super unorganized and they will have you super confused on who your server is due to how bad their service is!

Published at 9 months ago

Restaurant is nicely decorated and they have a very nice outdoor patio. We got seated in a booth by the window, our waitress brought the “chips” and I was expecting actual chips and salsa since it is a Mexican restaurant. I did not care for them or the hot sauce drizzled on top. After I saw those, my expectations were pretty low. The waitress seemed to be super sweet and more shy, she came by to get our drink order and after she delivered the drinks, she did not come back for quite a while to take the food order. The food looked amazing and also tasted great. I got a burrito off of the lunch special menu. The green sauce is amazing and bursting full of flavor. It was delicious! After done eating, it was a while before she brought the check even after making eye contact with her a few times. Service needs to be worked on definitely but food is pretty decent, minus their spin-off on chips.

Published at a year ago

I had the 3 taco (carnitas) lunch special and my daughter ordered a wet burrito ( chicken and steak mix). I thought the flavors were right on. Food portion was perfect for us. I also had a hyacinth margarita, it was tasty but a bit strong. I will definitely dine at this restaurant again.

Published at 3 months ago

We were recommended to come here for my moms birthday which was on a Monday night. The food was delicious. Drinks also delicious. Customer service was great. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is because of the music. It was just so loud. We could barely hear each other talk at the table and we were sitting right next to each other. We definitely couldn’t hear the waiter. He still did great though, But other than the loud music, I would definitely come back here and try more food and drinks.

Published at 2 years ago

Was planning on going to the firehouse subs next door but decided to try this place, and we're very glad we did.

We went late lunch early dinner time and it was quiet. Food was great, I had the quesabirria tacos and my wife had the carnitas. Portions were large but not too much and everything was cooked well.

Had the mango chamoy margarita and it was fantastic.

Service was good and everyone was friendly. They weren't extremely fast paced either, which isn't a problem for us, but may be an issue for others.

The interior was great, loved the way it was decorated and felt it Made for a very open and inviting atmosphere.

We definitely plan on going back.

Published at 9 months ago

There was a full house when I arrived. A DJ was playing music. We were served churros with Tabasco drizzled over them as we poured over the menu. I ordered Tonga tacos. Two semi crispy homemade tortillas with a touch of melted cheese and shredded chicken and onion that was stewed with garlic tomatoes and spices. It was served with beans, rice and a side of tomatillo sauce. The tacos were slightly fried. they were not spicy at all but were full of flavor. The beans and rice were perfect.

Published at a year ago

They created a beautiful restaurant with the worst service and food imaginable! Waited 10minutes to be seated, there were only 3 other tables eating. Another 10 minutes to be offered water or anything to drink. When the food finally came, cold, tasteless and not as ordered. Dry dark meat chicken instead of breast, cold - thin dry carne asada instead of juicy flank steak and the beans were like chocolate milk. A Molcajetè that had little flavor, literally no sizzle or heat coming out of the kitchen, No flour tortillas available or made, although offered by waitress, if she was one. But then just tossed corn and told after repeatedly asking they didn t have any. And don t get me started with their cheap ass pinwheel with chili offering form the dollar store. Offer some real home made chicharrones or chips and salsa, but like I wrote, everything but the decor was cheap and underwhelming First and last time here, what a wasted experience and a good amount of money, they charge a lot for their lackluster service and poor food quality. Such a let down, but not to worry, Never again

Published at a month ago

Very good chilaquiles in mole

Published at a month ago

Published at a month ago

Theres a MANDATORY 18% tip included in the bill with 6+ people, food was pretty good but a mandatory $40+ tip is robbery. Will not come again.

Published at a month ago

Published at 2 months ago

Food is really good and the music is great good vibes very cute place.

Published at 2 months ago

The food is really good the service always the best one of my favorite place to eat. The aguachiles el puesto y las enfrijoladas are my favorite. The new aguachiles el puesto are way better Food

Published at 2 months ago

I had the 3 taco (carnitas) lunch special and my daughter ordered a wet burrito ( chicken and steak mix). I thought the flavors were right on. Food portion was perfect for us. I also had a hyacinth margarita, it was tasty but a bit strong. I will definitely dine at this restaurant again.

Published at 3 months ago

Best and delicious food I have ever had in my life! So authentic Mexican food that I was Looking for! Delicious! Great service and atmosphere!

Published at 3 months ago

Great atmosphere, the decor is bright and modern, with a nice traditional Mexican flair. Food was fantastic, and the service was beyond attentive. Will definitely go back!

Published at 3 months ago

Food was great , I had the sea and land plate ,had some nice flavor. Meat was tender. I had the cucumber water which was too sweet but Atmosphere is enjoyable and service was okay

Published at 3 months ago

Published at 3 months ago

I ordered the chicharrones con salsa and my wife ordered the fajitas. So flavorful and delicious. We also ordered the frijole and al pastor appetizer, and it was delicious. Great service, great esthetic, and awesome margaritas. We will be back soon!

Published at 3 months ago

Great music and people. Food is amazing! I had the fajita trio . Delicious!

Published at 3 months ago

Awesome place the vibe and food were great,the service excellent

Published at 4 months ago

Food Sucks Garlic shrimp !!!! Service

Published at 4 months ago

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Published at 4 months ago

Bogus fees, below average food for the price. Good atmosphere. I asked for a beer which for some reason they didn t have (24OZ tap) i decided to get a bottled one. They still charged me for the 24oz beer and i didn t catch the charge because they make you pay on their table POS system and only after you pay you can request the itemized bill. Also i noticed that they have a 3% CHARGE on credit cards on top of already pricey food which by the way is just average. The place has very nice decorations and the murals and art style is really cool. Other than that id avoid going unless you want to see a couple nice murals and eat average tasting Mexican food.

Published at 5 months ago

Highly recommend this restaurant food and drinks are good prices and really really classy love the music and the vibes

Published at 5 months ago

What a nice place!!!!! Very nice place, very delicious food (shrimp enchiladas). Excellent atention.

Published at 5 months ago

We were visiting from Australia, and were hoping to experience fresh, authentic Mexican food, and that is what we got. Everything was delicious and the service was friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere was very pleasant and the beer was cold!

Published at 5 months ago

Really nice restaurant, it s like high end rustic, very nicely designed. The servers are handsome and nice to interact with. However, the service is lackluster and slow! They take a long time to seat you, to get to you, to bring out your drinks, even when it s not busy! That alone makes me rethink if I really want to eat there. I think it s supposed to be a Mexican restaurant but they play Colombian music. Ensure everyone s helped out in a reasonable time frame, don t have us waiting there forever. I don t tip people who take forever to get to me ESPECIALLY when it s not busy. Quit being lazy!

Published at 6 months ago

Published at 6 months ago

Horrible service. Worst service Ive ever experienced. Its like the workers at this restaurant thrive on making sure you have a Horrible experience. The food was trash as well. Cold and under cooked. Everybody that works at El Puesto Cocina must hate working there,so they take it out there misery on paying customers. Wont ever be coming back

Published at 7 months ago

Came in a party of 16. Wasted almost 3 hours. Ordered at about 630. Half the orders started comming out an hour later. A whole entrée plate and some sides and drinks never got brought to us for everyone to eat together. I ordered steak and it was the most basic thin asada and cold. Still never got the plate that was missing until they boxed it up and brought it out at 8pm. We didnt get our checks until 8:45 by the time they tried to bribe us with desserts for the inconvenience, we declined. They still had the nerve to charge each ticket %18 gratuity for incomplete service and argued it couldnt be waived. Dont waste your time on this place. Very disappointed. Wont be back. Cost about $21 per person for something we couldve gotten at a food truck

Published at 7 months ago

Food was super good and amazing service

Published at 7 months ago

Service is really bad. We went yesterday my family and I and they were not busy at all. They only had 2 tables and ours. Still, server took about 15 mins to bring the chips and waters to our table. Another 15 mins took them to come and get our order. We had ordered drinks as well and we saw the bar tender making our drinks and the waitress went and took only one drink to our table and the other two drinks that were also for our table, took them to another table. Lazy, lazy people. Food was ok but nothing our of this world.

Published at 7 months ago

I lobe this place is so colorful. Prices are bit high but the atmosphere is insane.

Published at 7 months ago

Published at 7 months ago

Horrible service food was alright They tip themselves and yet wanted more tip when paying for having a party of more than 10 DO NOT RECOMMEND Food : 2/5

Published at 8 months ago

I only gave it 3 stars because of the atmosphere. The food wasnt the best thing about it. $88 for 2 adults and one kid to eat lunch 2 sodas and an ice tea.

Published at 8 months ago

The food was expensive and not that great.

Published at 8 months ago

This was our first time trying this restaurant. We had lots of people recommend it to us and I got to say the food was delicious and came in good portions. We tried their micheladas and they where alright.. it has way to much pepper and spices. Our server was great and came often to offer us anything we needed. I recommend it to anyone whos in the mood for some authentic Mexican food! We will come back here again for sure.

Published at 8 months ago

The food is average, nothing out of this world, rice and beans, but they charge you as if they were gourmet. The prices are excessively ridiculous and expensive. It is not worth paying for their dishes. It is a robbery and they charge themselves the 18% tip even after their high and ridiculous prices first and last time

Published at 8 months ago

I wish I had taken some pictures. The food is delicious! The waiters are very nice. The restaurant is beautiful. I recommend giving it a chance!

Published at 8 months ago

Published at 8 months ago

While dining with family the chair my son was sitting on suddenly broke and he fell to the floor. The entire restaurant saw and heard what happened yet no staff came to assist. When we called the waitress she quickly took the broken char away - no apology - no manager. After weeks of calling to speak with a manager I finally got a call from someone who assured me she would investigate and get back to me - this was 2 months ago. Thankfully my son was not hurt - very disappointed in the lack of concern and follow through from El Puesto management/ownership.

Published at 8 months ago

My first time going to El Puesto the decor inside is beautiful and the food is great! However I wasnt impressed with the pinwheels with hot sauce poured over them that came to the table only ate a couple,how about chips and salsa instead?? The service was so so waited for my check for about 10 mins after I finished my meal. Another gripe I have is there is no salt/pepper/sugar on the tables you have to ask for it, again why not put those items on the table instead of having the waitress go back and fourth. As far as the food the Quesabirria was excellent some of the best I have had! My wifes soft tacos were excellent as well both meals came with rice and beans that were very flavorful. Hopefully they can correct those things I mentioned I will give it another shot and see what happens. Parking: Its limited

Published at 8 months ago

The food was simply delicious. However, the service was extremely horrible. We had a party of 4 and we had to BEG to receive our items, asked about 3 different servers. They are super unorganized and they will have you super confused on who your server is due to how bad their service is!

Published at 8 months ago

Published at 9 months ago

Was planning on going to the firehouse subs next door but decided to try this place, and were very glad we did. We went late lunch early dinner time and it was quiet. Food was great, I had the quesabirria tacos and my wife had the carnitas. Portions were large but not too much and everything was cooked well. Had the mango chamoy margarita and it was fantastic. Service was good and everyone was friendly. They werent extremely fast paced either, which isnt a problem for us, but may be an issue for others. The interior was great, loved the way it was decorated and felt it Made for a very open and inviting atmosphere. We definitely plan on going back. Parking: Parking lot isnt huge, so depending on the other places around it, there may be limited parking

Published at 9 months ago

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Published at 9 months ago

One of Bakersfields top shelf restaurants that serves Mexican cuisine.Friendly and welcoming staff and a beautiful setting. Great menu with surf and turf and vegan options. Every plate is a piece of art, well crafted and presented. Food taste delicious. You can also sit at the bar that has a great drink menu. Definitely a date night type of place.

Published at 9 months ago

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I had a great experience with service, food, drinks, and their decor is very chic and modern! The pinwheels starter were good, I got the birria with 1 gobernador taco (cheesey grilled shrimp taco) it came with flavorful rice beans and handmade tortillas. Paloma Negra mixed drink was delicious and they give you a shot for your birthday and sing to you but highly recommend, my group loved their dishes ordered! Thank you to El Puesto

Published at 9 months ago

First time eating there. Very good food and service.

Published at 9 months ago

First time at this restaurant. Atmosphere nice, food delicious but over priced, alcohol drinks yummy, but the service was terrible. We waited 15 mins to meet our waiter. They brought pinwheels instead of chip n salsa :/ Why the pinwheels? Way too greasy. We ordered food and drinks. Drinks took way to long to arrive. When the food arrived they brought me the wrong order, so we had to wait longer. I dont understand the long wait...there was only a few people. Paid almost $80 for 2 people. Sorry but unfortunately we will not be coming back.

Published at 10 months ago

The truth is I have been here 3 times and a very bad experience in general the food has not been very good. I ordered a meat with enfrijoladas and the meat was very tough. The waiters reluctantly. The drinks are good... there were 7 of us and of the 7 of us, the truth is that no one was happy with the food and the service. Unfortunately the quality of the food in this location has gone down. . I looked at other dishes on other tables and some looked good like the fajitas but the ones we ordered this time really didnt pass the taste of us diners.

Published at 10 months ago

Our first time at El Puesto, which was a nice surprise! A different and upscale take on a Mexican restaurant! They have a nice selection of seafood, including ceviche! They have a very nice, clean and relaxing atmosphere! Food

Published at 10 months ago

Completely satisfied. I recommend it!!!

Published at 10 months ago

Great atmosphere, food was room temperature when it arrived. Server was very friendly though. My wife and I got different meals and the food just wasnt grest. Long waits for the food and it wasnt super busy.

Published at 10 months ago

A very nice young man taking care of us. Missed a couple things in the order but it all worked out. Absolutely not enough sauce on the garlic shrimp. shrimp was a bit overcooked, on both dishes but it was very nice inside. Music was ridiculously loud.

Published at 10 months ago

Very delicious food and Micheladas

Published at 10 months ago

Best enchiladas Ive had in town! Food was full of flavor, cooked to perfection. A must try for sure!

Published at 10 months ago

The food was very expensive for the little plate of cold food. The service is horrible, seems to have alot of wait staff but they act like they are too busy to check on tables, they take forever to get back to your table, I had to keep flaging down workers as they pass by to get service. They had 2 or 3 important people walking around doing nothing but watching every thing and one. A drink on our table was spilled and we cleaned it and asked for help but nobody came back to replace the drink or our napkins we used to clean. The food had no flavor and was cold by the time we received our food. We waited so long for any one or thing to come back to our table and the music was so loud, we had a hard time with table conversations. We will not be wasting our money here again. WE GOT BURNED FOR THE $125.00 WE PAID FOR OUR TASTLESS COLD DINNER. Horrible experience!

Published at 10 months ago

The food is bad and expensive

Published at 10 months ago

Very nice. Service was excellent as well as the food.

Published at 10 months ago

If you have been searching for AUTHENTIC Mexican food, your search is over!!! This is not you average watered down Mexican style restaurant. HECK NO!!! This place is like a little piece of Mexico in Bakersfield. The ambiance and decor are top notch, the staff is friendly and accommodating and the food is beyond phenomenal!!! You dont have to take my word for it, as a matter of fact i would hope that you would like to find out for yourself and visit the restaurant. AND if you need someone to accompany you; feel free to invite me. It would be my pleasure to visit and eat there again. ***UPDATE*** Visited for breakfast for the first time today (1-18-24) I didnt think this place could get any better! I was wrong!! The breakfast is awesome! Great big portions and full of flavor and great choices! Not only a great place for lunch or dinner, also a perfect spot to stop for breakfast!

Published at a year ago

Great place for a nice dinner

Published at a year ago

Visiting Bakersfield, we decided to come eat at this place amazing food highly recommended

Published at a year ago

Best atmosphere and food!! My boyfriend and I went here based on a friend s recommendation, and it didn t disappoint. The food was better than your average Mexican restaurant, and the scenery was beautiful on the inside. We got the nachos for an appetizer (soooo good!!!) and split the enfrijoladas with steak. We got the spicy margarita, mango chile drink, and hibiscus marg the spicy was my favorite! I wish they were a little stronger but other than that this place was great for a Friday night! And they had a DJ too! I wish I could ve taken pics of the food and drinks.

Published at a year ago

There was a full house when I arrived. A DJ was playing music. We were served churros with Tabasco drizzled over them as we poured over the menu. I ordered Tonga tacos. Two semi crispy homemade tortillas with a touch of melted cheese and shredded chicken and onion that was stewed with garlic tomatoes and spices. It was served with beans, rice and a side of tomatillo sauce. The tacos were slightly fried. they were not spicy at all but were full of flavor. The beans and rice were perfect.

Published at a year ago

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Published at a year ago

This is by far the best Mexican restaurant Ive tried and Im Mexican! Everything has amazing flavor and tastes homemade! The service is amazing and the atmosphere is outstanding! We tried 4 different plates and everything was a 10/10. The place is also super clean and it just makes you feel so comfortable! Perfect place for a special occasion or any occasion! Im so glad I found it and got to try it! Recommend 100%

Published at a year ago

Published at a year ago

Horrible for big parties service sucks to say least foods delicious its just hard to give it a good rating when the service is just that bad

Published at a year ago

Good drinks at the bar. . I ordered, to go, the Carnitas plate. A little disappointing. Very very greasy and sloppy. They offer very little on the side, no guacamole included, nothing / just liquidy sloppy carnitas. Also, the size of the order was substandard. Maybe they cut back a bit because it was to go? But the area of beans and rice was not even half full in the container the beans were like brown water. I ve never been left feeling hungry after eating Carnitas, but they re just wasn t enough when I picked through the unnecessary wetness, grease and barely there rice and beans. My advice, be a little more generous, and a little less sloppy, the food was mediocre at best.

Published at a year ago

Published at a year ago

Overall great place, however (for breakfast) thier is no regular coffee and no milk. As a diabetic I need that option... And plates are around $20... Also no To go boxes.... Fyi..

Published at a year ago

The tables are a bit awkward but the service and food were great. I had low expectations for the buffet but best one so far.

Published at a year ago

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First time there today. I ve never had Mexican food like that. It was so good. Got the steak and shrimp plate. Delicious. Hats off to the chefs. The place is chill, chic and clean. Definitely going back

Published at a year ago

As soon as we walked in the place is beautiful and we were greeted fast. The service was nice and the food was so authentic!!! Love the poblano enchilada and birria tacos!!!

Published at a year ago

Walked in without a reservation for a party of 3, 1 child, and a baby. They sat us immediately and brought some chips with salsa on it, not the traditional kind but very delicious. I ordered café de olla, it was the most delicious coffee I have ever tasted. We ordered Chilaquiles; Chorizo and egg plate with crispy chicharones; and a mixed Carne plate. The refried beans were as a hit with a hint of heat to them. Ordered a quesadilla for the child and ate it without complaints. The ambiance was straight out of contemporary Mexico. Dining rooms are beautiful inside and outside. Extremely clean as well. Everything was perfect for my 1st dining experience at this place. Will be revisiting.

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There was a bug on my drink

Published at a year ago

Dinner was very good. Expansive menu offering a variety of traditional dishes. Beef, chicken and seafood on the menu. Several price points to choose from. Great cocktail program. I had a cucumber margartia and it was delicious. Service was prompt and our server did a great job serving our party of 6. My only critique is the music is too loud to the point it was hard to have a conversation. I would definitely go back. Kid-friendliness: High chairs available

Published at a year ago

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Published at a year ago

This transported me to my bello Zacatecas at the beginning when they opened the restaurant. Ther serve your foos on nice dishes.. Cafe de Olla is still so exquisite delicious, Flan is yummy and ceviche tostadas, quezabirrias, flautas, and salads are good taste. Other plates are not so good or better said, not traditional flavor. All portions are so small. And a little overpriced. Service is kind of rude, specifically in the mornings. Waitresses dont even ask if you want to refill your coffee or drink cups. Atmosphere You feel kind of not welcome, especially when you ask for things you need.

Published at a year ago

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El Puesto offers very tasty and good portioned Mexican food. They served chicharrones instead of chips and salsa so this could catch some folks off guard. The horchata was also delicious. The service was a bit slow to get lunch orders in but after that the food came out quick. They also offer a good size lunch menu that brings the prices down a few dollars and would recommend.

Published at a year ago

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Beautiful restaurant, unique menu. Lunch partner said best fajitas ever!! My salad was pretty darn good. Didnt care for the chips... can we get tortilla chips please?

Published at a year ago

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Food was good. Music was way to loud for a family restaurant. Had to yell to have a conversation.

Published at a year ago

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Delicious drinks and food in a unique, beautiful environment. Great service too

Published at a year ago

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Love this place the food is amazing

Published at a year ago

Pros: - The food quality is excellent, and the overall vibe is enjoyable on most days. Cons: - The prices, particularly for drinks, are quite high. The cocktails are small for their price point. - The music volume tends to be excessively loud on Fridays, Saturdays, and during Taco Tuesdays. Recommendation: - This venue might not be the best choice for families. - However, its a great spot for couples looking for a date night or a midweek afternoon outing. Service Note: - The quality of service can vary, depending on the staff working and how busy the place is.

Published at a year ago

First visit on white was ok decor was excellent. second visit on California ave yesterday was horrible we ordered menudo for two very greasy do not recommend, they only gave us a half table spoon of onions tsp of oregano and cilantro we asked for more condiments and at the end we were charged $2.00 for each additional condiment drinks were weak tequila sunrise was like fruit punch memosa was straight orange juice. End of breakfast our bill was over $70.00 not worth the money great decor but not worth the $$

Published at a year ago

Restaurant is nicely decorated and they have a very nice outdoor patio. We got seated in a booth by the window, our waitress brought the chips and I was expecting actual chips and salsa since it is a Mexican restaurant. I did not care for them or the hot sauce drizzled on top. After I saw those, my expectations were pretty low. The waitress seemed to be super sweet and more shy, she came by to get our drink order and after she delivered the drinks, she did not come back for quite a while to take the food order. The food looked amazing and also tasted great. I got a burrito off of the lunch special menu. The green sauce is amazing and bursting full of flavor. It was delicious! After done eating, it was a while before she brought the check even after making eye contact with her a few times. Service needs to be worked on definitely but food is pretty decent, minus their spin-off on chips. Vegetarian options: You can order most items without the meat. Especially the lunch special burrito. Parking: Parking is shared with other businesses, do not park super close to Starbucks drive thru.

Published at a year ago

Published at a year ago

Super fun opportunity. We have been in the USA for a while and have had quite a bit of fast food behind us. The Mexican food at El Pueste Cocina y Cantina is really delicious, authentic and tasty. Nice ambiance. Didnt expect to find such a nice restaurant here.

Published at a year ago

Went for taco Tuesday special and was told that they change the times and it started after 6pm. Then they only had two aguas frescas only Horchata and Pina. When I received the taco the tortillas were not made by hand and they were so small and the tortillas were so thin and greasy and bland. Will not be going back again. So sad first time I went it was really great this time it was so disappointing.

Published at a year ago

I loved the decor in this place! If it weren t for the overly loud music I would have loved to have spent more time here. Hubby and I came for dinner but were expecting chips and salsa instead of what was brought, so that disappointed us to learn they don t serve chips and salsa. The cocktails we ordered were delicious though! We left after finishing our drinks to go have chips and salsa and dinner elsewhere.

Published at a year ago

Nice place . Food tastes like fresh from the can . Very disappointed with the food quality. We were a party of 4 spent $300 and our plates came to the table one by one... drinks took a long time ...to get to our table. No salt and pepper shakers available Drinks are low quality . No alcohol in my alcoholic drink ...Sad. Definitely not recommended to anyone . For that kind of money I could of get a better food and service elsewhere .well thats what we get for supporting local bussines. Never again .

Published at a year ago

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It was a Friday when we visited not very busy. It seemed to be only one waiter which took a very long time to take our order and bring us what we asked for. The food was good. They messed up my order offered to fix it. That was nice. The place was very nice.

Published at a year ago

Service is HORRIBLE!! Not worth it. Definately would not recommend this location. Also, they always charge a service fee which is seperate from the tip/gradituty pay. Food : 2/5

Published at a year ago

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Music was a little loud, but could be a good thing so other tables dont hear your conversation.

Published at a year ago

This place had great atmosphere but the quality of food has dipped the last few times ive been there. The carne has been a little too salty for my liking.

Published at a year ago

The problem #1 I gave the bartender 2 $5 bills to pay for my Corona. Bartender said thanks babe and went on making drinks for someone else. I had to asking for my change. He still shorted me .59 cents. Im a Bartender and never keep anyones $$! No matter how little the change is. Problem #2 I had my finger on the item I wanted to the server. What I wanted costed $12. He responded to me really fast in spanish. I didnt really understand, because I speak only English. I just said yes this one with my finger on it and he still brought me the one that was $29. The $29 on was 2 items below the one I wanted. I wonder why it was so big when he brought it to me, but not with more shrimp. Its was filled with cheap potato tacos and a couple of shrimps over it. Dry! When the server brought me the bill, I questioned the amount. His response was I asked you and you said yes. I said I dont know what you said, but I did have my finger on the item I wanted. My friends agreed with we. From that point on they only refunded $10. I have a filling El Puesto employees have a reputation of doing this. We had a party of 8 and we all agreed not to go back. Over priced food and they like to take advantage of people. Shame on El Puesto employees!

Published at a year ago

The DJ was a great entertainer, but the space is too small for that kind of entertainment. The music was so loud it made it hard to hear conversation.

Published at a year ago

Lucky I gave them a star, place is full of flies, the food wasn t what I was expecting. I wouldn t go back at all. Service waiter could had a better attitude. Thumbs

Published at a year ago

Food was excellent, server was great but overwhelmed on the patio, he needed help without a doubt, the place was very busy. We will definitely return.

Published at a year ago

Enjoyed my two visits. I cant wait to go again.

Published at a year ago

Food was delicious and service was wonderful!

Published at a year ago

Great drinks. Loved the guacamole and shrimp enchiladas. Beautifully decorated inside.

Published at a year ago

Good food very good service

Published at a year ago

The food is a bit pricey but the food tastes very authentic! They have an amazing atmosphere

Published at a year ago

I LOVE everything about this restaurant! The decor, the food, the environment, and the drinks. Ive been twice and there was always someone making sure we had everything we need. Absolutely recommend

Published at a year ago

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The upscale food is great, well prepared, and presented. If you like puffed flour pinwheels with spicy sauce for an horsdierves thats ok, but we went for traditional chips and salsa which was much better. The dishes we had were just right in that everything was very well done. They have mostly chicken type selections but have few ppl and steak. There is also a bar available, and many drink selections. I will be back to try more dishes I saw that I really want to try. Great for lunch, or dinner. Parking: Can be crowded during busy hours lunch, or dinner

Published at a year ago

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Great food.

Published at a year ago

I went on mothers day which I knew was going to be busy but it took over an hour for food the aguas frescas are $6 brought out in a cup that looked like a shot glass from the bar and my menudo was nothing but caldo mo meat or hominy.when I asked the writer for lemon he said they didnt have any then issued for the oil chile he brings me an empty container literally. Very disappointed that day

Published at a year ago

Published at a year ago

This is a beautiful place! The decor is nice and a bit romantic. But the food was dry. Both my grandniece and I had very dried meals. The meal portions are of normal size, which I liked. The dessert could have been better, and the strawberry cake was a bit dry. The service was very slow and there werent a lot of people. Its as if our waiter forgot we were there!

Published at a year ago

I will not go back

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Magnificent restaurant, great quality and service, exquisite seasoning and spectacular music it will be my favorite place when I return from Guadalajara

Published at a year ago

My first time and I thought the food was great! The Tinga tacos were fabulous and the decor was modern and a nice change from the usual Mexican restaurant themes. However, the music was really loud! I wanted to sit outside and will do that next time or tell the waiter to turn it down. Service was good, but we received our bill without being asked if we wanted dessert, which we did! Overall, good experience and will be back.

Published at a year ago

Published at a year ago

Very tasty food period ..... Good atmosphere for a date or hanging out with coworkers.

Published at a year ago

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The service was terrible. The waiter took so long to even take our order. The whole time I was there the whole staff was too busy having their own party to attend to guests. Definitely will not return to this location. I recommend the location on brundage lane instead.

Published at a year ago

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The decor is nice , I enjoyed the music It wasnt to loud , it was on the mellow side. I had chicken flautas. Ill visit again.

Published at a year ago

I was unintentionally rude to the waiter, but service was still good and food of course was on point.

Published at a year ago

The food was pretty good. The server was ok. But this place is not a place for kids. No kids menu at all. My wife and I had an adult beverage with our meal, the drinks were great. Then the bill came. $140 for lunch for 3!!!!!! I knew there was a mistake so I got a receipt. No mistake. I still can t believe it.

Published at a year ago

The vibe was super cool except they sung happy Birthday literally four, maybe even five times. I dont know if its a popular birthday spot or if were just unlucky

Published at a year ago

Very cute restaurant. Delicious food and beautiful drinks and cocktails.

Published at a year ago

The Best Mexican restaurant in Bakersfield

Published at a year ago

The drinks and food it s amazing you have to try the taco gobernador and the tamarindo margarita

Published at a year ago

Best Mexican food Ive had since la tapatia...this food is absolutely amazing !! Authentic flavor and its just delicious!!I this is my new favorite

Published at a year ago

Great food!

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Food was good but was disappointed when we ordered their St Pattys drink special. We ordered 1 with alcohol and 1 without aka (mocktail) and was charged same price for both which was unfair. So if youre the DD drink water or soda. Our waiter was pleasant and attentive.

Published at a year ago

Published at a year ago

First time to El Puesto. We were not disappointed. Isaac, our bartender made me an excellent coffee cocktail using Licor 43. Excellente! My wife was pleased which is important. Appetizers very good. The ambiance and decor very appealing and the staff is well groomed. We will definitely be back.

Published at a year ago

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Published at a year ago

As soon as we walked in we felt the good vibes, had a reservation so we were seated immediately, ordered drinks and shots which were delicious and cute iykyk, food was amazing delicious even though it was a long wait for our enfrijoladas con carne, Plato de carnitas y fajitas it was worth it! We all were satisfied with our choices. We happened to bump into the owner in the restroom, she is so nice and very interested in our feedback of the customer service, she was so grateful for us driving from Fresno just to try out her restaurant due to a lot of good reviews, will definitely come back again! Thank you!

Published at a year ago

First of all we didnt know we had to wait to be seated. Theres no sign in front saying that and no one was at the door. We looked around and saw a booth since no one was there and sat down. Since we sat down hardly anyone was helping us. We were the ones telling the waitress what to bring out. Because she was bringing things out one by one like they dont believe in trays. Then we had to wait for a while to she came to our table to bring utensils there she proceeded to explain the reason why we dont have utensils because we were supposed to wait to be seated, well if someone would of been at the door to sit us we would of waited. They were all walking around without acknowledging us instead of letting us know. Now, we wait to order and we told the waitress to give us a bit we have been sitting here for an hour and still we dont get no service. Did she expect us to go get her from the kitchen and tell her we are ready to order too just like everything else. Ridiculous!! I will not come back to this place.

Published at a year ago

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at El Puesto. The decor was refreshing, it does have a Latin vibe, but not over-done or stereotypical. My meal and that of my lunch companion was wonderful, we had some traditional dishes like tacos and enchiladas, but we both felt there was still something new in the flavors. I belueve most lunch and dinner entrées come with rice and beans so thats still a staple for those who enjoy a traditional laton meal. This is not your usual Mexican restaurant, the chips and salsa have been replaced with a more updated and youthful pre-dinner snack. The portions are just right, except for the drinks, those are wuite generous. The service was on spot, I dont are to have wait staff lingering or being over-solicitous. The pricing is more thsn fair in todays dining world. Highly recommend sn agua fesca.

Published at a year ago

Published at a year ago

We were recommended to come here for my moms birthday which was on a Monday night. The food was delicious. Drinks also delicious. Customer service was great. The only reason I didn t give it 5 stars is because of the music. It was just so loud. We could barely hear each other talk at the table and we were sitting right next to each other. We definitely couldn t hear the waiter. He still did great though, But other than the loud music, I would definitely come back here and try more food and drinks.

Published at a year ago

Honestly the food was super good. The restaurant itself is very elegant. The vibe is very clubby though. Loud DJ music so if ur planing on having a romantic night out then this is not the place. We got there at 630. Was seated at 7 cuz we had a party of 6 and it was a busy Friday. After getting drinks we waited like 20-30 minutes to get a waiter to take our order. Then after we placed our order we waited another 40-50 minutes for the food to come out. While ur waiting they give u pin wheels like the elote man makes covered in Valentina. My drink was a virgin cocktail for $14 (think of a 14oz glass) and I ordered the quesabirria combo for $18. Everything tasted really good. They charge a mandatory service fee and a mandatory 18% service tip. The portions were pretty standard. We got a to go box cuz we filled up on the pin wheels lol. After everything I would say this place is more on the expensive side and they get very busy so service was more on the slow side. 6/10 overall Vegetarian options: They have potato tacos I guess. That was the only vegetarian option I seen Parking: Not a lot of parking when we went. We parked across the plaza cuz it was so packed Kid-friendliness: I wouldnt say this is the best place for kids. They play loud DJ music that s more like for the club lol Wheelchair accessibility: Not really a lot of room for a wheelchair to be moving around. Def surprised they haven t been marked by the fire dep for crammed tables.

Published at a year ago

Immediately greeted by staff and welcomed. It was my first time dining at El Puesto and I have to say it was worth the drive. Ironically the bartender was someone very well known and made my experience there all the more better. I helped myself to one of his Old Fashioned drinks (which by the way taste great. Thanks Franky). My choice of meal was Camarones a la diabla and they absolutely nailed it. Fresh tortillas. Shrimp wasnt over cooked. Just right. Sauce was hot, but not overwhelmingly spicy. Flavor was perfect. Rice and Beans could have been better a bit hotter. All in all, everything was great. Loved the decor. Definitely something new. Cant wait to see what they do with the upcoming locations.

Published at a year ago

Food is Great, a bit pricey but worth every penny. Best grilled shrimp I have ever had.

Published at a year ago

Didnt get to eat the food; was there for an hour; my friend got her food wrong and with a hair on it; we felt ignored. So our experience was not good. Hope yours will be.

Published at a year ago

Published at a year ago

Was super excited for this place. Love the original small location. Food was ok. Very limited and repetitive menu, yet the food took forever to arrive. Service was not great. The server didnt notice that the table next to us had only partially gotten their food until one of the parties asked again after the others were almost done eating. We were skipped twice with utensils, got them after we got our food and asked for them. Food was cold.

Published at a year ago

The shrimp enchiladas were delicious!! Server was attentive, but not too attentive- Perfect dinner!

Published at a year ago

If I could put 0 starts I would. I didnt get the food I ask for, when I asked about the staff was so rude. I just left the place didn t taste the food. Bad bad service

Published at a year ago

Angie has a very good customer service she s very happy my husband and me absolutely come back again . Blessings

Published at a year ago

We loved this place! This was our last night in town visiting family and it was a great choice. The food (I had the enchiladas poblanos), the drinks, the atmosphere, our server Gilbert-- were all absolutely amazing. Thank you for making our last dinner with our family special! Kid-friendliness: We asked for plain quesadillas and even though it wasnt on the menu, they gladly accommodated for our little ones!

Published at a year ago

Very nice place. The atmosphere is very pleasant. I have only visited once during lunch. We did not have to wait. The service was fast and prompt which surprised me specially for our large group. I had their Oaxaca salad and it was delicious. I look forward to visiting them soon and trying the dinner menu.

Published at a year ago

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Published at a year ago

Im disappointed with the new El Puesto location. The original location is amazing, but the one on California ave is extremely overpriced and the service is lacking. The food was ok if you are willing to pay double the price of any other mexican restaurant in the area, including the original.

Published at a year ago

No, I didnt like it at all... I know that the food and the basic supplies are expensive but these are overpriced. And they charge the tip like hell. Abusive fuckers.

Published at a year ago

Loved the food, atmosphere and service. The DJ was great and made us all want to dance! The drinks were average and overpriced.

Published at a year ago

Passing through town and decided to stop here for dinner. Instead of chips and salsa, they give you Durós with hot sauce drizzeled over them and we liked them better as a starter since they are a bit lighter while still being super delicious. We shared an order of Quesabirria tacos and an order of Potatoe Tacos. Both were excellent, very filling and highly recommended. Angel, our waiter was really nice and attentive to our needs even with a packed house. If we are ever back this way we will definitely stop here again.

Published at a year ago

Food is awesome/good,but the only thing that we didnt like, is the bad ambient music,is terrible. Owners /managers, should pay more attention in regards of the kind of music played, since is a family restaurant and a lot of kids are there dining with parents. Other then that, service is good also.

Published at a year ago

I made a reservation on 12/6 for 12/22 at 7pm for 16 people. When we get there at 645 to check in they gave our table to another group! That group had only 5 people present to our entire group waiting on the lobby! They pushed us aside and gave priority to another group who had made a reservation a few days before! If your going to do reservations at least honor the reservation and be we ll prepped to accommodate super unprofessional and unorganized! Will not be coming back! To top it off we were a group of dark skin people and the group that was given preference were light skin it s sad that this type of discrimination still exist! Shame on y all!

Published at a year ago

A great change of pace from the typical mexican restaurant.

Published at a year ago

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Good food, but the service of the waiter or waitress is charged, save your tip from the mandatory 18%, they lifted my drink before finishing it without asking, for what they charge it could be a much better place

Published at a year ago

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Published at a year ago

Food is always good!

Published at a year ago

Love this place! Only went there once but the food and drinks were amazing! The inside is decorated so cute, the outside has a nice patio as well. They had an interesting drink menu. I had the birria tacos for dinner, very tasty!

Published at a year ago

Everything was great definitely coming back for the Enchiladas Michoacanas, they were delicious

Published at a year ago

Great food, hand made tortillas, friendly staff and great atmosphere.

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Published at 2 years ago

Everything was amazing from the drinks to the food except the rice and beans the rice had Way too much garlic and the beans had A Strange taste other than that everything was great

Published at 2 years ago

If I wanted canned sauce I would by it myself. Terrible service and food. Way over priced. This place will not last long.

Published at 2 years ago

Very expensive and portions are very small, food is mediocre for the price. They also charge a service charge not sure what for since you still have to tip 18% at the end... honestly first time there, but I will NOT be going back...

Published at 2 years ago

Published at 2 years ago