Bakersfield – Mexican
This spirited cantina pulses with a rustic energy, where the smoky aroma of charred corn and bubbling short rib queso sets the stage for a lively communal feast. Guests dive into vibrant salsa trios and golden, hand-folded empanadas, savoring the crunch of crispy taquitos and the rich, savory depth of stuffed poblano peppers. It is a place where the clinking of glasses meets the warmth of shared plates, creating a soulful dining experience rooted in bold, street-inspired flavors.
733, North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215 +16147548436 https://www.bakersfieldtacos.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Bakersfield
Dairy-Free at Bakersfield
Bakersfield in Columbus has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fish, The Salsa Trio and Al Pastor. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bakersfield
Bakersfield in Columbus has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fish, Al Pastor and Cochinita Pibil. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bakersfield
Bakersfield in Columbus has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fish, The Salsa Trio and Hongos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Bakersfield
Bakersfield in Columbus has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Carnitas, Fish and Al Pastor. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Bakersfield
Bakersfield in Columbus has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fish, Al Pastor and The Bakersfield Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Bakersfield
Bakersfield in Columbus has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fish, Al Pastor and The Bakersfield Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bakersfield
Bakersfield in Columbus has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Salsa Trio, Agua Fresca and Agave & Tonic. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Bakersfield
Bakersfield in Columbus has 14 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Queso, The Salsa Trio and Hongos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Bakersfield
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Stuffed Poblano Pepper | 44.2 g | 65.8 g |
| Crunchy Tacos (4) | 46.5 g | 50.5 g |
| Short Rib Queso | 57.2 g | 48.4 g |
| Willie Salad | 47.2 g | 46 g |
| Add Chorizo to Queso | 32.8 g | 42.9 g |
| Milanesa Torta | 49 g | 42.2 g |
| Dolly Salad | 13.3 g | 36.6 g |
| Cochinita Pibil | 71.7 g | 33.7 g |
| Fish | 4.5 g | 32.3 g |
| Esquites | 25.9 g | 26.7 g |
| Virgin Margarita | 135.9 g | 26 g |
| Short Rib | 80.9 g | 23.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Chips & Dips
- The Salsa Trio - $7: salsa amarilla, salsa roja, salsa verde, chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Guacamole - $10: house-made guacamole, chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Queso - $12: braised short rib, pickled white onion, crema, radish, queso fresco, chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso - $8: sharp cheddar, alejandro cheese, chipotle, poblano, caramelized onion, sherry, chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Bocaditos
- Rice & Beans - $7: verde rice, crema, cilantro, frijoles charros, queso fresco Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Esquites - $6: smokey roasted corn salad, cotija, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Poblano Pepper - $10: stuffed roasted poblano, seasoned ground beef, chorizo, alejandro cheese, enchilada sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Empanadas - $11: guajillo adobo braised chicken, alejandro cheese, cilantro buttermilk sauce, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Poblano Empanadas - $10: poblano, onion, alejandro cheese, enchilada sauce, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taquitos - $10: alejandro cheese, enchilada sauce, crema, cotija cheese, chive Available at: dinner, lunch
Tacos
- Pollo Rojo - $4.5: guajillo adobo braised chicken, crema, pickled white onion, queso fresco, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carnitas - $4.5: beer braised pork, guacamole, tomatillo crema, pickled red onion, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish - $4.5: crispy fish, tabasco lime sauce, citrus slaw, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baja Shrimp - $4.5: crispy shrimp, chipotle lime crema, guacamole, red cabbage, pickled fresno, chive Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib - $4.5: braised short rib, queso fresco, crema, pickled white onion, radish, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cochinita Pibil - $4.5: achiote braised pork, pickled red onion, cilantro, habanero hot sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Al Pastor - $4.5: chile marinated pork, pineapple, pickled white onion, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hongos - $4.5: portobello, poblano, bell pepper, onion, buttermilk kale slaw, cotija cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Huitlacoche - $4.5: corn truffle, roasted poblano, corn, onion, cotija cheese, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Crunchy Tacos (4) - $20: 4 taco shells filled with seasoned ground beef, chorizo, tomatoes, lettuce, crema, cotija cheese
Main Courses
- Milanesa Torta - $12: chicken cutlet, frijoles charros, verde salsa, arugula, avocado, lemon mayo, telera roll Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Dolly Salad - $9: romaine, kale, crouton, radish, cotija cheese, tajin, chipotle caesar dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Johnny Salad - $10: mixed greens, bacon, cotija cheese, hearts of palm, avocado, red onion, toasted almond, cider vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Willie Salad - $10: romaine mix, roasted chicken, bacon, pinto beans, tomato, corn, chives, fresno, queso fresco, buttermilk dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons
- Add Chorizo to Queso - $3
- Add Crispy Chicken or Shrimp to Salad - $8
- Add Roasted Chicken to Salad - $5
Beverages
- The Bakersfield Margarita - $12: premium spirits, fresh citrus Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Anejo Margarita - $15: tres agaves anejo, grand marnier, agave nectar, lemon-lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mezcal Margarita - $12: montelobos joven, corralejo blanco, triple sec, agave nectar, lemon-lime
- Cranberry Ginger Margarita - $14: blanco tequila, ginger liqueur, cranberry, lemon-lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Espresso Horchata - $12: espolon blanco tequila, licor 43, cold brew, punt e mes, horchata, bitters Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Caballero Old Fashioned - $12: wild turkey, smokey cinnamon agave, Angostura & orange bitters, burnt orange Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Agua Fresca - $6: seasonal flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Agave & Tonic - $6: agave, lime, tonic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Jarritos - $3: grapefruit or mandarin
- Virgin Margarita - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coke - $3
- Mineragua - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Corona 0.0 - $6
- Coke Products - $3
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakersfield
- Is Bakersfield dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bakersfield has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fish, The Salsa Trio and Al Pastor.
- What can I eat at Bakersfield on a dairy-free diet?
- Fish, The Salsa Trio and Al Pastor carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Bakersfield have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including The Salsa Trio and Agua Fresca.
- Is Bakersfield gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Bakersfield?
- Stuffed Poblano Pepper, at roughly 65.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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