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Hours
| Friday | 5:30–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1421 17th Pl, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: (661) 843-7982
Website: http://horseinthealley.com/
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Horse in the Alley is located in one of the oldest buildings in downtown Bakersfield, CA. It was built in the 1890’s.
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Reviews
Rick Ramos
First time here and went for an anniversary dinner. Samantha, our server, was very professional and friendly. She made the experience truly a good one. Staff were very attentive to the needs of all the patrons. The food was delicious and we even had the chef come out to greet and chat with each table. Would definitely come back again and recommend this place to my friends.
… moreBrandon Cohrs
What a cool historic spot. Entrance literally is down an alley. Super dark inside with no windows. Thoughts it was strange how they required reservations, but eventually was explained it was to not overwhelm the kitchen. Very friendly service. Not usually a fan of a sauced steak, but The Block steak was delicious! Great cocktails, too.
… moreSparky
What a great experience!!!
Definitely in the alley and Google maps didn’t drive us through it even though you can. You can also park in the alley for 1hr but our meal experience nearly lasted 2 hours due to drinks, appetizers, entree, dessert, and good conversation.
The steak was like butter and the chicken was moist. We had the escargot and bruschetta appetizer.
For dessert we had Malva!!!
Ooh my goodness that was absolutely delicious and unexpected.
Our waiter, Matthew, recommended it and I’m so glad we tried it. Something we’ve never had and will definitely order again.
The chef was so kind to come out and speak with a few of the tables at the end of the night which made our evening.
… moreDefinitely in the alley and Google maps didn’t drive us through it even though you can. You can also park in the alley for 1hr but our meal experience nearly lasted 2 hours due to drinks, appetizers, entree, dessert, and good conversation.
The steak was like butter and the chicken was moist. We had the escargot and bruschetta appetizer.
For dessert we had Malva!!!
Ooh my goodness that was absolutely delicious and unexpected.
Our waiter, Matthew, recommended it and I’m so glad we tried it. Something we’ve never had and will definitely order again.
The chef was so kind to come out and speak with a few of the tables at the end of the night which made our evening.
Vladimir Frederic
I went to eat at Horse in the Valley last night, and the experience was flawless from start to finish. I was seated by the bar and my bartender was attentive and very knowledgeable about the wine list, Cocktail and food. he recommended the lamb. The lamb was exceptional, perfectly cooked with a juicy skin, and the dessert was the perfect ending to my meal. Not s big place, you have to make a reservation. The ambiance was romantic and cozy, with dim lighting and soft jazz music. i will definitely be returning!” I didn’t take some pictures, my phone had died. Loll.
… moreTravis Darza
Not worth the price.
The food and service were both good. But for the price, it should have been phenomenal.
The garlic butter for the bread was too salty.
The chicken noodle soup was good but also too salty. By the time the soup got there, we were out of bread. It did not get refilled until right before the main course. The same goes for drinks.
The lamb was mediocre. Typically, the lamb fat has a ton of delicious flavor, but this one tasted off, almost rancid. I’ve never experienced that ever before.
The steak was much better than the lamb. The mushroom sauce went well with the steak.
The loaded potato and veggies were good but nothing special.
… moreThe food and service were both good. But for the price, it should have been phenomenal.
The garlic butter for the bread was too salty.
The chicken noodle soup was good but also too salty. By the time the soup got there, we were out of bread. It did not get refilled until right before the main course. The same goes for drinks.
The lamb was mediocre. Typically, the lamb fat has a ton of delicious flavor, but this one tasted off, almost rancid. I’ve never experienced that ever before.
The steak was much better than the lamb. The mushroom sauce went well with the steak.
The loaded potato and veggies were good but nothing special.
Belle Rod
This was a reservation for six on a Friday afternoon at 17:30. It is very important that you make a reservation for dinner. Hours are limited, and the restaurant is well worth it. Samantha was our waitress for the entire dining experience. I absolutely enjoy when the person handling your table loves what they do. You could tell how much Samantha enjoyed her position. Samantha made our dining experience top-notch. We had a chance to speak with Chef Jason. He came to check on our table, making sure we were satisfied with our selections and to answer any questions we may have on the menu. Oh, Beth, you will hear more about her later on in this review. We ordered all four appetizers on the menu, which were stuffed mushrooms, shrimp cocktails, escargot, and the bruschetta. We were given two extra plates, stuffed mushrooms, mushrooms, and shrimp cocktails. This was given to us on the house by Chef Jason. We ordered the lemon drops, and every one that ordered ordered a second one. That is how tasteful they were. I ordered a bottle of the talosa Pinot Noir 1997, always a crowd pleaser.
Moving on to the main course, we ordered the ribeye, chicken alfredo, and four dishes of the block fillet. The block fillet was topped with a gorgonzola cheese slice and then finished off with a balsamic drizzle. My guest stated that each filet was cooked perfectly to a medium consistency. Flavorful and melt in your mouth. The ribeye had a mushroom shallot cream sauce on top of it, with a hint of time. My ribeye was ordered medium, and it also was flavored extremely well, never once overpowered my palate. Cooked to a medium perfection. One of my guests ordered the chicken out Florence, which she stated was the best dish she has ever had. Chicken was nice and juicy full of flavor, and the pasta was perfectly al dente. She stated the sauce was rich in flavor but not heavy in her stomach.
Moving on to dessert, we ordered two of each. The first was a South African pudding called malva, which does not contain chocolate. It contains apricots, and the way Beth has perfected this recipe leaves me speechless! I at first didn’t want to taste it because I thought it was all fudge. After my guess were ranting and raving about how delicious it was, I had to try it. And I am so glad I did. A big round of applause to Beth for baking this dessert and making my life better for tasting it!! The cheesecake was good with the blackberries on top, and the turtle trifle was just as delicious. The dessert of the Malva is something I would literally stop by just to pick that up. It is a must try if you come here. If you come and have dinner here and do not order the malva pudding, you may end up with an empty little hole in your heart for never tasting it.
I 100% did not have one bad bite of anything at this restaurant. I am so happy that I chose to have dinner here. The entire experience was top-notch. If you are in the area, make sure to make reservations and dine here. Don’t forget that Malva pudding. This is a 10 out of 10, and I will return!
… moreMoving on to the main course, we ordered the ribeye, chicken alfredo, and four dishes of the block fillet. The block fillet was topped with a gorgonzola cheese slice and then finished off with a balsamic drizzle. My guest stated that each filet was cooked perfectly to a medium consistency. Flavorful and melt in your mouth. The ribeye had a mushroom shallot cream sauce on top of it, with a hint of time. My ribeye was ordered medium, and it also was flavored extremely well, never once overpowered my palate. Cooked to a medium perfection. One of my guests ordered the chicken out Florence, which she stated was the best dish she has ever had. Chicken was nice and juicy full of flavor, and the pasta was perfectly al dente. She stated the sauce was rich in flavor but not heavy in her stomach.
Moving on to dessert, we ordered two of each. The first was a South African pudding called malva, which does not contain chocolate. It contains apricots, and the way Beth has perfected this recipe leaves me speechless! I at first didn’t want to taste it because I thought it was all fudge. After my guess were ranting and raving about how delicious it was, I had to try it. And I am so glad I did. A big round of applause to Beth for baking this dessert and making my life better for tasting it!! The cheesecake was good with the blackberries on top, and the turtle trifle was just as delicious. The dessert of the Malva is something I would literally stop by just to pick that up. It is a must try if you come here. If you come and have dinner here and do not order the malva pudding, you may end up with an empty little hole in your heart for never tasting it.
I 100% did not have one bad bite of anything at this restaurant. I am so happy that I chose to have dinner here. The entire experience was top-notch. If you are in the area, make sure to make reservations and dine here. Don’t forget that Malva pudding. This is a 10 out of 10, and I will return!
Sumer Webb
Best restaurant in Bakersfield! Everything is delicious! The turtle dessert thing is just dreamy!! I have even eaten escargot there and it was fabulous! If you want an elevated dinning experience in Bakersfield, this is the place! Great place for date nights, parties, events or just a delicious dinner for no reason at all.
… moreCasie Cortez
I had my 15 year / wedding rehearsal here and it was just an amazing experience . We were able to use the banquet room in the back . The Chef was personable and came out to check on us . The waitress was amazing as well . She explained everything really well & we found out they are married . They both worked well with each other and us . We brought a lot of kids which I don’t think is normal for the restaurant but they accommodated us just the same . The food was literally to die for . Not a single dish that didn’t taste fresh and just down right delicious. I’ll definitely be back . Thank you for making my rehearsal dinner unforgettable.
… moreJoe Martin
Food was on point, and the cocktails and wine were superb! 5 stars across the board. The entire staff was awesome. Perfect for date nights , groups, and small events up to 45 people!! The filet with peppercorn whiskey sauce was 100%, I would have to say the best old-fashions in town for sure!!
… moreDamon Fleming
Well the 5 star reviews are well deserved. I called for a reservation and it took a day for them to call me back and confirm so plan accordingly. It’s actually easy to find, it’s in the alley just north of 17th St. There’s parking in the alley on the left side. The door just has a red horse above it. It used to be a speakeasy and you can definitely feel that vibe that when you first walk in.
Walk through the bar to the restaurant and there’s a room with maybe 20 tables. Dimly lit and the booths are intimate.
We started with the stuffed mushrooms. And let me tell you, don’t pass on these. The sauce that they put on it could come in a glass and I’d drink it. Fantastic. They also bring out bread with a butter garlic dip and that’s really good. The bread is crusty but has good flavor and is very fresh.
I had the Poularde which was chicken and lobster meat with a sauce. It was pretty good. I’d give it a 7 out 10.
She had the Alfredo Ala Florence with steak. The steak was cooked perfectly and makes me want to go back just to order one. But that alfredo sauce on the pasta was amazing. It tasted homemade and the cheese tasted like they flew to Italy to get it . This dish was full of flavor and I highly recommend it. 10 out of 10.
The servers were all very attentive and friendly. They really made you feel like you were at home and any requests would be honored. This is a great spot for date night and we will definitely be back.
… moreWalk through the bar to the restaurant and there’s a room with maybe 20 tables. Dimly lit and the booths are intimate.
We started with the stuffed mushrooms. And let me tell you, don’t pass on these. The sauce that they put on it could come in a glass and I’d drink it. Fantastic. They also bring out bread with a butter garlic dip and that’s really good. The bread is crusty but has good flavor and is very fresh.
I had the Poularde which was chicken and lobster meat with a sauce. It was pretty good. I’d give it a 7 out 10.
She had the Alfredo Ala Florence with steak. The steak was cooked perfectly and makes me want to go back just to order one. But that alfredo sauce on the pasta was amazing. It tasted homemade and the cheese tasted like they flew to Italy to get it . This dish was full of flavor and I highly recommend it. 10 out of 10.
The servers were all very attentive and friendly. They really made you feel like you were at home and any requests would be honored. This is a great spot for date night and we will definitely be back.