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Flame & Skewers

5486 California Ave, Bakersfield, CA
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Ranked #45 of 284 restaurants in Bakersfield
Cuisines: Mediterranean
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Bakersfield, California
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7 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

I love to eat at Flame N Skewers when nothing else sounds good. I eat so many burgers and Mexican food that sometimes I just want something different. And this is as good a place as any! I suggest a Shawarma plate or the lunch sandwich special with whatever meat you would like (chicken, beef or lamb) and either rice... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2013

This was brought to my house for a pot luck, the grilled chicken had a fabulous flavor and very healthy

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Newport Beach, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

Saw the restaurant while driving on California Ave looking for a place to eat. Ordered the lamb kabob plate which come with rice, flat bread and plenty of humus, and a large salad. You order at the counter and they call your number when the food is ready, get your own plastic cutlery and grab a table. Friendly staff, service... More

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Bakersfield, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2013

This is a really convenient place for lunch as the service is fast, and the food is always so good. their chccken shwarma sandwich cannot be matched. The pita bread is, admittedly, a bit tough, but the filling is always so good. They use just the right amount of spices on everything. Prices are also quite reasonable.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

Food ok, big portions and expensive. service ok, left out one item, overcharged on total order. This could be a good restrauant, mgt needs to get involved

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Bakersfield, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 8, 2012

There are two Flame and Skewers in Bakersfield... If you are getting food to go, go to the one downtown on 24th St. They are fast and efficient, but the location is tiny and the service is very brusque. If you are looking for a place to eat in, go to the one on California Ave. This location is much... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2012

My name is DJ and I am a frequent visitor because the food there is great and healthy and the service is very friendly. Love it love it love it 5 stars and two thumbs up :-)

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Green Valley, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2012

The food is good; the portions are big and the price is right. I would have liked to have beer or wine with my meal, but they do not serve alcoholic drinks

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See 6 more reviews by Laura L for Bakersfield
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed September 17, 2012

tough meat on a stick. No flavor. Terrible texture. Thats the best I can say. Left hungry. Not a re do for me.

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Aiken, South Carolina
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed August 20, 2012

The name suggests one thing but reality is something else. Not my cup of tea; disappointing and self-service to boot

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