Mexicali, a family-run restaurant established in 1957, is known for creating memorable dining experiences. Irene Ramirez, the third-generation owner, emphasizes personal touch in service, celebrating guests with unique gestures that enhance their visits. The restaurant combines rich family history with local popularity, having evolved from a former bar into a beloved dining spot known for distinctive features. Ramirez's commitment to making every customer feel special has forged a loyal clientele, ensuring the restaurant's success continues nearly 70 years after its inception.
I like to see what kind of parties I have. I like to make it an experience, you know, bring out the big hat.
It's a pleasure to have them here, every last person. They appreciate it. They're not looking for anything special, but when something special happens, they'll come back again.
The restaurant's flagship sits on an oversized lot on the corner of 18th and R streets, a handful of blocks east of the heart of downtown Bakersfield.
Mexicali is famous locally, and some might say statewide, for a number of distinct features that have been emulated, if not downright stolen, by your favorite California Mexican chains.
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