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: high-protein, gluten-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian, sugar-free, pescatarian, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, carnivore, tlc, detox, aip, volumetrics, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
- The Salsa Trio - $7: salsa amarilla, salsa roja, salsa verde, chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Chips & Guacamole - $10: house-made guacamole, chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Short Rib Queso - $12: braised short rib, pickled white onion, crema, radish, queso fresco, chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Queso - $8: sharp cheddar, alejandro cheese, chipotle, poblano, caramelized onion, sherry, chips
- Rice & Beans - $7: verde rice, crema, cilantro, frijoles charros, queso fresco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Esquites - $6: smokey roasted corn salad, cotija, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Stuffed Poblano Pepper - $10: stuffed roasted poblano, seasoned ground beef, chorizo, alejandro cheese, enchilada sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Chicken Empanadas - $11: guajillo adobo braised chicken, alejandro cheese, cilantro buttermilk sauce, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Queso Poblano Empanadas - $10: poblano, onion, alejandro cheese, enchilada sauce, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Taquitos - $10: alejandro cheese, enchilada sauce, crema, cotija cheese, chive Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pollo Rojo - $4.5: guajillo adobo braised chicken, crema, pickled white onion, queso fresco, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Carnitas - $4.5: beer braised pork, guacamole, tomatillo crema, pickled red onion, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fish - $4.5: crispy fish, tabasco lime sauce, citrus slaw, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Baja Shrimp - $4.5: crispy shrimp, chipotle lime crema, guacamole, red cabbage, pickled fresno, chive Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Short Rib - $4.5: braised short rib, queso fresco, crema, pickled white onion, radish, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cochinita Pibil - $4.5: achiote braised pork, pickled red onion, cilantro, habanero hot sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Al Pastor - $4.5: chile marinated pork, pineapple, pickled white onion, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Hongos - $4.5: portobello, poblano, bell pepper, onion, buttermilk kale slaw, cotija cheese
- Huitlacoche - $4.5: corn truffle, roasted poblano, corn, onion, cotija cheese, cilantro
- Crunchy Tacos (4) - $20: 4 taco shells filled with seasoned ground beef, chorizo, tomatoes, lettuce, crema, cotija cheese
- Milanesa Torta - $12: chicken cutlet, frijoles charros, verde salsa, arugula, avocado, lemon mayo, telera roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Dolly Salad - $9: romaine, kale, crouton, radish, cotija cheese, tajin, chipotle caesar dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Johnny Salad - $10: mixed greens, bacon, cotija cheese, hearts of palm, avocado, red onion, toasted almond, cider vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Willie Salad - $10: romaine mix, roasted chicken, bacon, pinto beans, tomato, corn, chives, fresno, queso fresco, buttermilk dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Add Chorizo to Queso - $3 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Add Crispy Chicken or Shrimp to Salad - $8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Add Roasted Chicken to Salad - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- The Bakersfield Margarita - $12: premium spirits, fresh citrus
- Anejo Margarita - $15: tres agaves anejo, grand marnier, agave nectar, lemon-lime
- Mezcal Margarita - $12: montelobos joven, corralejo blanco, triple sec, agave nectar, lemon-lime
- Cranberry Ginger Margarita - $14: blanco tequila, ginger liqueur, cranberry, lemon-lime
- Espresso Horchata - $12: espolon blanco tequila, licor 43, cold brew, punt e mes, horchata, bitters
- Caballero Old Fashioned - $12: wild turkey, smokey cinnamon agave, Angostura & orange bitters, burnt orange
- Agua Fresca - $6: seasonal flavors
- Agave & Tonic - $6: agave, lime, tonic
- Jarritos - $3: grapefruit or mandarin
- Virgin Margarita - $7
- Mexican Coke - $3
- Mineragua - $3
- Corona 0.0 - $6
- Coke Products - $3