Arizona Cafe
809 Baker St, Bakersfield, CA
Crema's Take
“This beloved Bakersfield institution serves soul-warming Mexican comfort food that feels like it's been passed down through generations, with their machaca and chile verde drawing devoted regulars who've been coming back for decades. There's genuine warmth baked into the experience here—from the housemade sauces that rival family recipes to staff who remember customers across lifetimes, making it as much about community as it is about the food. It's a historical gathering place where old friends meet over plates of menudo and fresh flour tortillas, and where you're instantly transported to someone's abuela's kitchen.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
Quality food and quality service! Our go too for pozole and machaca!! Their sauce that goes on the machaca is unmatched! Tastes just like my grandmas cooking! 10/10
My husband and I had lunch at Arizona Café in Bakersfield, and it was absolutely delicious. From the moment the food came out, I felt like I was eating at my great-grandma’s house—true comfort food made with love. I had the chile colorado and instantly fell in love; the flavor…
Beyond amazing been going since birth when Toby would walk around and greet us!!!! Love this place!
I always enjoy dropping into this historical landmark with my old compadre. Lots of history at this location. . Recently we both had the Chili Verde plate with fresh flour tortillas and rice and beans . The food is very authentic. However there is a little heat on the chili…
Came to try the chile verde huevos rancheros and the menudo. Food was delicious although the huevos ranchero threw me off as I was not used to having them like this with the chile verde. Place was packed and service was great.
Crema Reviews
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