El Portal West Mexican Grill & Cantina

1100 Calloway Dr Unit 300, Bakersfield - 93312
159 reviews
Mexican Beer Bar Chicken Shop
(661) 829-2737

The BEST Brunch in town!! Great food, great service, great price, and comes with mimosas.

I wasn’t entirely dissatisfied with the place but in terms of food quality it didn’t quite hit the spot for me. I got some tacos which were good but not great. It’s mostly a typical Mexican bar/restaurant you’d find anywhere else. It’s mostly a social gathering place in my opinion if you’re looking for that. The cocktails were good though and I was happy about that. The server we had was alright, he wasn’t the most enthusiastic person around but also not problematic. The gentleman serving us chips and salsa was very friendly though. One thing I noticed, which is not related to the restaurant itself, there’s always some crime or shootings happening in that same parking lot. That same night I left this place there was shooting there and I’ve heard of shootings in the past happening also. Just something to be cautious of with the people that hang out around there.

Service is good, bar has a pungent smell to it when you walk in. I had the bacon wrapped shrimp which was decent. Nothing really stood out as a place I need to rush back to.

Had a great time for celebrating litzy 21 birthday but the food and service was horrible they put us way in the back and basically forgot about us chile verde was so spicy to eat my daughter got sick off of the chile relleno and my husband said they're 3 enchilada combo was no good sorry first and last time we ever eat there spent over $300

I have finally found my new favorite Mexican restaurant! By far the most authentic in atmosphere, and most definitely in flavor! The staff is very friendly and attentive and parking was a breeze. I went for lunch and it wasn't very busy but I am sure it starts to pick up for dinner. You have to go and try it for yourself, you won't be disappointed.

The drink gave me a buzz the food was so good more than enough the staff made sure you had everything you wanted and needed and it was clean

Excellent food, nice atmosphere and excellent service. The spinach enchiladas were amazing! Happy we found this spot.

Best fajitas in the San Joaquin Valley!! And great hot chili verse love it!!

We get really great service at this restaurant and the food is so, so good. ?

Meh! A bit below expectation for an average Mexican food dinner. Nothing special. Plus waiter got the order wrong, and the food was delivered lukewarm. ?