Guthrie's Alley Cat
Guthrie’s Alley Cat stands as a time-honored Bakersfield institution, blending authentic charm with a laid-back atmosphere. This historic venue, nestled in a century-old building, offers a mix of patrons—from professionals in polished attire to workers in rugged gear—fostering a welcoming, unpretentious vibe. Known for its strong cocktails and classic amenities like a pool table and jukebox, it’s a spot where tradition meets local flavor.
The bar maintains a cash-only policy (with an on-site ATM) and prides itself on straightforward service, emphasizing a no-frills experience. Whether celebrating a milestone or enjoying a quiet drink, its small, cozy setting and attentive bartenders ensure a memorable visit, just steps from downtown’s lively scene.
Features and services of Guthrie's Alley Cat
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Bar games
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Spirits
- Wine
Dining options
- Outside food allowed
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Cash only
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
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Customer Reviews
Guthrie's Alley Cat has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on over 421 reviews on Google
Great place for some adult beverage refreshments. It's cash only FYI
On my first visit I learned the bartender rings a bell when he gets a tip that's "good". Apparently I didn't earn a bell ring when I ordered 2 drinks with my tip and I saw the bartender visibly upset collecting the cash (cash only btw) then was ignored afterward by the bartender on a not busy night. Just raise your prices if you have to beg for big tips or I guess just keep being resentful when it doesn't happen. Very small pp energy. There's enough places to drink downtown for me to not revisit this place.
Guthrie’s Alley Cat is a local staple, rich in history, been here over 70+ years, man if these walls could talk! Some might consider Guthrie’s a dive bar with outdated interior. I don’t, it matches the exterior of a almost 100 year old building. Come on down you may be seated next to an attorney wearing a 3 piece Italian suit or a oilfield worker still wearing their orange safety vest. Guthrie’s is known for their strong drinks, fair prices, pool table and jukebox, but bring cash no plastic here. They have a ATM inside .
Small cozy bar. One pool table, fully equipped bar. Bring cash, no cc accepted. They do have an ATM tho. Great bartender and good drinks. 2 min walk from Padre.
Just got in from Sandrinis. Glad to see things getting back to normal. The fact that no face diapers are encouraged makes me want to come back. Celebrating my daughter's 21st, so another Bako bar. Next, the Mint
Great little out of the way place right in the middle of downtown. It's been in continuous operation since 1941. Great atmosphere. Great customers. Great service. Don't forget to say to Stephanie, M -Th days.
Cool place to visit and grab some drinks Love vibe here
Information about Guthrie's Alley Cat
Address
Guthrie's Alley Cat is located at 1525 Wall St, Bakersfield, CA 93301, United States
Phone
The phone number of Guthrie's Alley Cat is +1 661-324-6328
Website
The website of Guthrie's Alley Cat is: restaurantsnapshot.com/GuthriesAlleyCat
Business Hours
Monday: 10:00–02:00
Tuesday: 10:00–02:00
Wednesday: 10:00–02:00
Thursday: 10:00–02:00
Friday: 10:00–02:00
Saturday: 10:00–02:00
Sunday: 19:00–02:00