Welcome to La Terraza
For years, our kitchen has been opening its doors to Bakersfield — serving dishes made from scratch with the same recipes our family has carried for generations. This is where every guest is treated like family.
Our Story
La Terraza was born from a simple belief: that the best meals are the ones made with care, patience, and ingredients you can trust. Our kitchen follows recipes passed down through our family — each dish prepared the way it always has been, with nothing rushed and nothing skipped.
Located on South Union Avenue in Bakersfield, we have become a neighborhood staple for anyone looking for honest, flavorful Mexican food in a setting that feels like home. Whether you are joining us for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner, you will find the same warmth at our table every time.
100%
Fresh Ingredients
Family
Recipes
Bakersfield
Since Day One
What Sets Us Apart
Every recipe carries the weight of family history. We do not chase trends — we honor the methods that have fed generations.
We partner with local farms and suppliers to bring you the freshest produce, herbs, and proteins — because great food starts with great ingredients.
From the moment you walk through our door, you are part of the table. Our staff treats every guest like a welcomed visitor, not a reservation number.
Tortillas made fresh each morning, salsas roasted by hand, and garnishes chopped to order — we do not cut corners, ever.
Our dining room is designed for connection — whether it is a family Sunday dinner, a casual work lunch, or a quiet evening with friends.
Every plate that leaves our kitchen carries our commitment — to flavor, to quality, and to the people sitting down to enjoy it.
What We Serve
A selection of our most loved dishes, prepared fresh each day with authentic ingredients and time-honored techniques.
Marinated pork, slow-roasted on the trompo, served on hand-pressed tortillas with onion, cilantro, and a wedge of lime.
A rich, complex sauce made with over twenty ingredients, braised slowly and poured over tender chicken — a true Mexican classic.
Corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken, smothered in a bright tomatillo salsa, and topped with crema and queso fresco.
Pork shoulder braised in citrus and spices until fork-tender, then crisped to perfection. Served with your choice of salsa.
Sizzling strips of grilled steak or chicken with charred peppers and onions, served with warm tortillas and all the fixings.
Crispy, cinnamon-sugar-dusted churros served warm with a side of rich Mexican chocolate sauce for dipping.
A Glimpse Inside
Find Us
2538 S Union Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93307-5009
Call to reserve or place an order
Hours of Operation
Monday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
