In my opinion best Basque restaurant in Bakersfield! The service is great always fast and tentative. The cow tongue is absolute most get!

Stopped by to have a drink in the lounge area. Holly was GREAT! I didn't really know what I was in the mood for. She suggested an espresso martini. I loved it! So yummy and presentation was perfect! Holly was bubbly, sweet and friendly! Bar was neat and very clean. Glad I stopped by.

I'm thrilled to write a happy review after seeing several recent negative reviews! My family and I were able to make reservations for a large birthday lunch. I had read some of the reviews ahead of time and was a little nervous, but this trip had exceeded my expectations and I now have a new favorite basque spot! The dining area was neatly decorated and the table was setup in advance. Our 2 servers were extremely accommodating, kind, and very knowledgeable. I ordered the grilled chicken with mushroom sauce and was SHOCKED, I've never had a mushroom sauce be so creamy and have such deep flavor!! It was absolutely delicious I could practically drink it haha. The chicken was grilled perfectly and wasn't dry! The lunch entree came with bread, salsa, salad, and French fries. The salad has a robust flavorful dressing that didn't disappoint at all. From the grilled chicken, to the salmon, to even the children's grilled cheese all items I tried were absolutely delicious! The only downside I would mention about this trip is the charge for refills on soda, other than that the food was extremely delicious and the servers were super friendly. I will definitely be back again!

Very different food, not the normal French food. They have large banquets room and table that can be accompanied large party.

We had dinner at Benji's after a long stint in an Arizona food desert. We saw mixed reviews, and I'll just say the negative reviews reflect the diner's lack of experience with this cuisine. Everything was perfectly prepared and fresh. Service by Kenji was spot on, and he was a delight. The ambiance was cozy and comfortable. We did opt for a wine we had with us over the wine list offerings. $17 corkage was fine. We started with the traditional picon punch. Cabbage soup was so comforting and nourishing, we ate it all. Salad was perfectly dressed with a light creamy vinaigrette that also graced the tongue that was thinly sliced and tender. Beans, marinated tomato, and warm salsa accompanied the salad to mix and match at your discretion. Do put beans over your salad for the traditional experience. The roasted lamb was good, and veal medallions were excellent. Accompanied by perfectly stewed green beans, the entrees were nicely sized, not wastefully huge. And the Grand Marniere souffle... I have no words for this light, decadent fluff with plenty of creme anglaise. Don't let the tourons deter you. If you're looking for a delicious, comforting family-style meal in the true French Basque style, you'll love Benji's.

What a great experience and meal! We were soooo full and very satisfied with our meals. We only didn't get what we just ordered for our meal but we got so much more. Meals included salad and soup w beans, french fries, corn and bread; all included before you get your main meal! Wow! The menu was full of great choices. We definitely need to come back several times to try other items in the menu that we didn't get to try. Service by Kenji was enjoyable and perfect and made our experience pleasant and memorable! Very friendly and made sure our glass were always full. Looking forward to coming back when we are back in town. Very busy during dinner but we were seated immediately. Plenty of room and several party going on but the ambience was still enjoyable for a nice conversation for two. Thank you again Kenji.

It's Father Day today, A very busy restaurant day. The hospitality here is always great. Benji dropped by the table to say hello. This is such a great touch of recognition in a busy restaurant . Rebecca was our server today. We were able to order quickly. She and her partner were so pleasant, prompt and polite. The service is consistently good here. We always come in a large group and are well taken care of. As always the setup of beans, soup & bread were brought out immediately, then the green salad and marinated tomatoes. The green beans and French fries accompanied our entrees. But a heads up the pickled tongue is no longer included in the set up. Our meals were delicious. Benji's is French Basque and great place to dine if you have a small or large group. We have never been disappointed. It is my favorite Basque restaurant in Bakersfield.

Our server, Tonya was the sweetest And very attentive to our needs. The ambience is cozy, giving warm home vibes with Italian decor. The food was utterly delicious, everything is a must try.