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American restaurant in Bakersfield, California
What should I order at Mom's House?
What to order
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Fried Catfish
Mentioned repeatedly as delicious, perfectly cooked, and seasoned. Customers appreciate its crispiness and tender inside, often paired with sides like fried cabbage, hush puppies, and macaroni and cheese.
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Fried Chicken
Frequently praised for being moist, flavorful, and well-seasoned. It is highlighted as a favorite dish alongside waffles and considered a staple that keeps customers coming back.
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Waffles
Noted for their delightful cinnamon taste and delicious pairing with butter and syrup. Multiple reviewers mention them as a standout breakfast item.
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Ribs
Described as very tender and delicious, often recommended along with sides like mac and cheese and fries. Customers report large portions and great flavor.
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Oxtails
Recommended as a must-try dish, appreciated for its authentic southern preparation and rich seasoning.
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Neckbones
Highlighted for having a great amount of meat and filling portions, with good seasoning and flavor.
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Peach Cobbler
Mentioned as exceptionally good and a favorite dessert that customers look forward to enjoying.
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Black and White Sundae
Noted as a favorite ice cream dessert with addictive candy toppings, providing a sweet finish to meals.
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Biscuits and Gravy
Praised for flavorful gravy and large, moist biscuits, often mentioned as a delicious breakfast option.
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Fried Shrimp
Frequently cited as a favorite seafood option, cooked perfectly golden brown and full of flavor.
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Fried Cabbage
Loved for its authentic southern taste and often served as a side with fish and other dishes.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Mom's House
Mom's House is an American restaurant in Bakersfield, California, known for Southern comfort food and local specialty dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the fried catfish, oxtails, cornbread, yams, and peach cobbler, along with generous portions and well-seasoned food. The restaurant is described as casual and cozy, with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and reservations available. It is also noted for fast service, coffee, dessert, and being popular for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Mom's House known for?
Mom's House is especially known for fried catfish, which reviewers repeatedly call crisp, tender, and well seasoned. Oxtails, cornbread, and Southern sides like yams and black eyed peas also come up often, and the portions are described as large enough to share or take home.
What dishes are most recommended at Mom's House?
Reviewers most often recommend the fried catfish, oxtails, fried chicken, and the BBQ trio platter. Popular sides and desserts include cornbread, mac and cheese, yams, peach cobbler, banana pudding, and the Sock it To Me cake warmed up.
What is the atmosphere like at Mom's House?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and a little trendy, with a warm, welcoming feel that makes people say it feels like home. It works well for groups and solo diners, since reviews mention family meals, table service, and people stopping in alone on repeat visits.
Is Mom's House good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $10 to $20, and reviewers say the food is reasonably priced and competitive. Many also mention big portions, with meals large enough to eat twice or take home, which adds to the value.
How fast is service at Mom's House?
Service is often described as fast, with food coming out quickly after ordering. Reviewers also note that the restaurant can be busy for a reason, so peak times may be lively even when the wait is short.
Is parking available at Mom's House?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Mom's House kid-friendly?
Yes, Mom's House is good for kids.
