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18th Street Bar and Grill - Steakhouse in Bakersfield, California

18th Street Bar and Grill

4.3 (215 reviews)

816 18th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301

Restaurant
Bar & grill

About 18th Street Bar and Grill - steak house in Bakersfield, California

Customer Review Summary

Service at 18th Street Bar and Grill is frequently praised as outstanding, with attentive and friendly staff. Atmosphere is cozy, well-decorated, and family-friendly, featuring good vibes and live music. Food quality impresses many, with highlights including spin dip, Philly cheesesteak and homemade fries, though there are reports of bland dishes and mixed experiences with certain items, like the porterhouse. Drink selection, including cocktails and mocktails, is noted to be well-made. However, there are significant complaints about poor service on some occasions, particularly regarding long wait times and mistakes with orders. Overall, while many patrons express a desire to return, some experiences suggest inconsistency in food and service quality.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.3 out of 5
5
141
4
33
3
18
2
8
1
15
Based on 215 reviews

Carla Wilson

3 weeks ago

Service? OUTSTANDING!!! I value exepctional service and this place delivers. The staff is attentive, friendly and forgiving when somebody sits there nursing her drink all night. On one occasion I ordered the wings and they were good (I rarely meet food that I don’t like). The musical talent has been remarkable. It’s a cute place and family friendly in the daytime. The kitchen closes at 9:00. The place is cozy, yet well lit. The decorative pendant lights add a soft glow. Table lamps help middle-aged-me read the menu. There are three settings to the table lamps: natural, bright white and soft white (I am sensitive to lights, so I appreciate how extra the lighting is. The women’s restroom is well stocked. I deeply appreciate that they don’t have GERM BLOWERS (hand dryers) and they maintain the restrooms. I simply can’t say enough about Christina and Heidi; they’re the best! Cute decor, a party room in the back, a great sound system and refreshing hospitality from the staff. Come on in!

Rob Y

10 months ago

If you’re looking for good vibes and good food, this is the place. The minute we walked in we were greeting by a friendly voice saying to sit anywhere. The good mood of the staff was infectious. There was a sizable selection of beer on tap and the cocktails were well made. The food was better than expected. A good stream of country music was in the background. Around 8:30, a solo guitarist took the stage to continue the vibe. So we had to stay for another beer, lol. FIVE stars is based on exceeding expectations. If I lived here, I’d come back often.

Clarity

10 months ago

My coworkers and I went here for a girls night and it didn’t disappoint. Live music was just starting when we arrived, the service was fabulous, and the spinach and artichoke dip and other meals ordered were delicious, of course the drinks too (I got Mocktails.) It gets pretty loud when the music is being played so it’s not a place to have a deep conversation, but it’s great vibes!

Celeste Ruiz

We had porterhouse, taste was very bland. No flavor, under cooked. Took it back to cook somemore. When it was brought back, it had hair on the meat. Didn't touch it after that. Waitress offered to remove it from our bill, But I still paid for it. It was not her fault. Also had the fish. I don't remember what kind of fish, but o did not like it at all. Loved the pretzel they made as an appetizer . Spirits were amazing, great staff, and great service. We were there to watch a band and loved the atmosphere.

John Haberkern

1 year ago

Wow! Very nice decor, clean restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Our waitress Heidi, sat us and offered suggestions from the menu. We ordered the Philly cheesesteak sandwich and the French dip sandwich. Both came with homemade fries, they were bigger more like slices, they were excellent. Philly cheesesteak was delicious. My friend said his French Dip was very good. Our waitress Heidi, did a wonderful job. Service was prompt. Will definitely return.

Kyle Joy

3 years ago

This was my first time eating at this bar and grill and it was super good. Prices are inline for what they are selling, friendly owners and staff. Will probably start to come here more often. I got the NY steak with potatoes mashed and asparagus and everything was cook perfectly. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to friends.

J Sanchez

I had the worst service at this establishment. I sat at the bar top and was not greeted or acknowledged for about 20 minutes. Even after not being greeted my party of four was still going to order and give them the benefit of the doubt. I ordered an espresso martini the bartender said he had to check if there was espresso, and I gave him another drink option if there was no espresso. He didn't even check and made my 2nd drink option. Which he then made wrong and said oh I put soda water not flat/still water. Instead of remaking the drink he just gave me my bill that I had asked for prior to receiving the drink that was made incorrectly. I definitely would not recommend going to this place. Idk if they were understaffed or what, but if they would have at least been pleasant I would have been more understanding and patient. Customer service is clearly not a priority there.

Janet Spindle

Went there today for lunch, had the special Ruben. It was burnt, chewy, dry, no cheese and not tasty. Special because they "needed" to get rid of the meat, IDK. Asked for more mustard, got what would amount to a teaspoon. The fries were good. Probably not going again for lunch.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11 AM–2 AM
Monday Closed
Saturday 11 AM–2 AM
Sunday Closed
Thursday 11 AM–11 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11 AM–11 PM

Price Range

$20–30