Bakersfield Penn Ave
Bakersfield Penn Ave serves authentic Mexican street food and taqueria dishes at 940 Penn Ave, with craft cocktails and beer.
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- Address
- 940 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
- Phone
- +14125865024
- Website
- bakersfieldtacos.com

Short Rib Queso and Baja Shrimp Tacos
Short Rib Queso, Fish Tacos, Baja Shrimp Tacos, Carnitas Taquitos, and Milanesa Torta frame the kitchen around Mexican street food and taqueria staples.
Lunch, dinner, late night, and quick-bite pacing
Bakersfield Penn Ave runs lunch, dinner, and late night with quick-bite pacing alongside craft cocktails and beer. That fit suits a casual stop when the plan centers on tacos and drinks without a long meal.
Price and Recognition
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield Penn Ave | $$ | , | Central Business District, Authentic Mexican Street Food & Taqueria | |
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- Lively
- Energetic
- Casual
- Casual Hangout
- Group Dining
- After Work
- Late Night
- Standalone
- Craft Cocktails
- Beer Program
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–11 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Energized and lively atmosphere with warm service; can be noisy but maintains a lively, welcoming vibe with music and decor that reflects the restaurant's Western swing inspiration.











