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What to order at Bakersfield Mass Ave
- Must order
- Three street tacos, the queso, a mezcal flight.
- Signature dishes
- Street tacos, Queso, Mezcal
- Editor tip
- Late-night kitchen Friday and Saturday until midnight. Walk-ins only.
CuisineMexican
Price$$
Neighborhoodmass-ave
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Signature dishes: Street tacos, Queso, Mezcal
Must order: Three street tacos, the queso, a mezcal flight.
Tip: Late-night kitchen Friday and Saturday until midnight. Walk-ins only.
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Signature: Bru burger, Truffle fries
Order: The Bru burger with sharp cheddar, truffle fries, an Indiana draft.
Tip: Walk in for the bar, reservations on OpenTable for the dining room.
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Signature: Reuben, Corned beef on rye, Matzo ball soup
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Signature: Bru burger, Truffle fries
Order: The Bru burger with sharp cheddar, truffle fries, an Indiana draft.
Tip: Walk in for the bar, reservations on OpenTable for the dining room.