Lorene's Downtown
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Lorene's Downtown

1531 23rd St, Bakersfield, CA

★★★★★4.5(733 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Lorene's Downtown nails the classic American diner experience with a genuinely welcoming vibe—think cozy booths, friendly staff, and a layout that feels made for lingering conversations. Their breakfast skillets like the chile verde are standouts worth seeking out, though consistency can be hit-or-miss depending on the day and what you order. It's a solid neighborhood spot where families and regulars clearly feel at home, even if the kitchen doesn't always execute perfectly.

What to expect

Slow sitMeetingsFull breakfastFamily friendlyTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

Jesse Clements
★★★★★3 months ago

Get the chile verde skillet. Absolutely delicious. Fast service even on a Sunday morning and felt homey!

Aaron Robles (Slink)
★★★★6 months ago

ive been here on 3 separate occasions and tried 3 different dishes. every time the food taste exactly the same, there is no flavor profile, everything i had was the same texture, and was under seasoned. the prices are outrageous for the flavorless food they serve, ive never had a more disappointing 25 dollar meal in my life. great staff tho!

Pa Vang
★★★★★6 months ago

The service was quick but they don't check on us afterwards. It was weird to go to a place that allows dogs inside. I have allergies so I had to move my table to across the other side of the room. The food for me is so so. The country fried steak was chewy and not crunchy. No real flavor on the gravy. I wouldn't go back.

Gemma Beall
★★★★★a year ago

Wanted a traditional diner experience as Australians in the US and this place delivered 100% Good quality food that wasn't served in excess, super friendly staff and a fantastic layout of booths and counter seats.

John Carr Slaton
★★★★4 years ago

Went 12/26. Breakfast cold eggs, hash browns, and French toast. For price and not being busy this should not happen. Not sure going back Serves lots of food. Had "country breakfast." Hash browns mushy. Gravy good but biscuits had no flavor. Sausage over cooked. Will go back.

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