The northwest area of Bakersfield explodes not only with housing development, but with convenient commercial sites that put necessities close to home.
However, if you’re not from the northwest, it does not matter. Everything you need and want is still located in one area.

Northwest Promenade
8430 Rosedale Highway
The three-and-a-half block plaza has it all. If there were any rides, this place would be an amusement park.
Best Buy, Linens ‘N’ Things, Target, Michael’s, Kohl’s, Foods Co, Petco, KB Games, Babies ‘R’ Us, all the depots you can think of, all the fast foods and restaurants you can think of, and the best Walmart in Bakersfield are just a few places located in this plaza.
However, I need to give a shoutout to the World Market for its unique food, beer, wine, art, and miscellaneous items from around the world.

Rags & Riches
10014 Rosedale Highway
Women, if you want unique apparel and got the cash, then this cool place has the items you’ve been craving. For those who have little to spend, then their upcoming consignments may be of use.

Harbor Freight Tools
5951 Rosedale Highway
I’m not a man, but I can tell you men love this place!

Winco
4200 Coffee Road
This awesome grocery store is a one-of-a-kind here in Bakersfield. With Albertson’s and Von’s price bombs, the new Winco’s low prices and variety blows the competing chains out of consumers’ minds.

Country Boy Drive-In
10211 Rosedale Highway
Low on cash, but still want a tasty variety of food?
Then drive through or stop in here because this place has shrimp, zucchini, burgers, burritos, Chinese, 11 different flavors of shakes, and then some.
A little leery about the outside? Then check out the inside because this place is clean and has real high chairs for the little ones.

Carved wooden bears/furniture
Rosedale Highway and Parker Lane
If you are bombarded with mundane items and need something unique, then stop at this carpenter’s paradise.
Even though it is pricey, the durability and uniqueness is well worth emptying your pockets.
John’s Incredible Pizza
3709 Rosedale Highway
Got a family? Then take them out to a fun, family-oriented atmosphere. The kiddies can entertain themselves with all the arcade games while you enjoy the rest of your peanut butter pizza. Afterward, take a trip on the virtual simulator.

Chuy’s Mesquite Broiler
8660 Rosedale Highway
Not in the mood for screaming children? You should then take advantage of Chuy’s good American food and full bar, also located in the Northwest Promenade. This place is excellent for throwing surprise parties for a decent price, but don’t be surprised if a couple of bikers join in the fun.

Liberty Park
11225 Brimhall Road
Located in a nice area across from a school, this park sports the summer activities such as soccer games and movies complete with a concession stand. However, bring the sunscreen because this park does not have enough trees to keep you sunburn free.

Costco
3800 Rosedale Highway
If you’re into bulk, then this place is for you. It is a one-stop shop for all your huge summer parties.

Scweitzer’s Pit Stop
10807 Rosedale Highway
Although hidden from highway view, this bar has an outdoor drinking area with fire pit, ideal for those smokers taking a break from the racer’s haven.

Gaslight Melodrama Theatre
12748 Jomani Drive
This is another place for family fun entertainment while taking into consideration intellectual stimulation. But don’t worry, food and beer is still consumable here.

Pappy’s Coffee Shop
10595 Rosedale Highway
This place is more than a cafe. Not only does Pappy’s have good food, but natives can enjoy that food while experiencing Bakersfield history. Even tourists can appreciate all the vintage photographs that are hung up on the walls showing Bakersfield’s development.

A+ Pak-Rats
10711 Rosedale Highway
While Goodwill stores are specializing in clothes and furniture, Pak-Rats is keeping it vintage with art, antiques, and collectibles sure to please the collectors.