Porterville’s best local businesses

The 113 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Sep 18

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113 businesses across 14 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants42 places · newest: Asian Grill, Aug 7
• 02Beauty15 places · newest: Alexander’s Barbershop, Aug 7
• 03Shopping13 places · newest: Artletic Apparel, Aug 7
• 04Entertainment4 places · newest: International Agri-Center, Aug 7
• 05Nightlife4 places · newest: BellCraft Brew Co., Jul 31
• 06Bakeries & Sweets7 places · newest: Baskin-Robbins, Aug 7
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage1 place · newest: The Grove, Jul 31
• 08Health & Wellness7 places · newest: Elev8 Fitness, Jul 31
• 09Arts & Culture5 places · newest: CACHE- Center for Art, Culture, and History Exeter, Jul 31
• 10Home & Garden6 places · newest: Comfort Now Air, Plumbing, & Heating, Jul 31
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts2 places · newest: Gibby's Comics, Jul 31
• 12Services0 places
• 13Pets1 place · newest: Porterville Dog Park, Jul 31
• 14Cafes6 places · newest: ampm, Aug 7

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• Big 5 Sporting Goods

  Sporting Goods

  Chain retailer providing a full range of sporting & outdoor equipment, shoes & apparel.

  3214 Ming Ave (Bakersfield) · big5sportinggoods.com ↗

• Emerald Cove Park

  Parks & Outdoors

  Need a low-key spot to let the kids burn energy while you finish your coffee, Emerald Cove Park delivers room to roam, shady corners, and…

  4303 Patton Way (Bakersfield) · norfun.org ↗

• Polo Park

  Parks & Outdoors

  Between soccer practices, pickup hoops, and a legit water play area for the littles, Polo Park is a go-to spot to move, hang, and let the…

  11801 Noriega Rd (Bakersfield) · norfun.org ↗

• Valley Plaza

  Other

  Spacious & stylish complex of 135+ retailers, plus casual dining options & a movie theater.

  2701 Ming Ave (Bakersfield) · valleyplazamall.com ↗

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