Sequoia On The Go

There is something about saving time that makes things better! Qwik Cafe, for example, makes lunch super quick and easy when you're in a pinch for time! It really, truly IS quick! From snacks (chocolate almonds, trail mix, etc) to desserts (think lemon bars, cake, and brownies). Sandwiches (hot or cold) to salads and half sandwich/half salad lite lunches. Even fruit or protein platters and other sides are available a la cart! There are options a plenty and everything is fresh and appetizing. I've had many options from here after the gym and the service (by service I mean grabbing your dressing and charging you) is as quick and friendly as the food is fresh and tasty. The sandwich options are limited but the quick factor is what makes (and names) this place. Literally grab, pay, and go. If you decide fairly quickly, you should be out in one or two minutes, tops! Definitely worth a stop if you're in a hurry.

I don't even want to write this review in hopes that the rest of downtown will still go to Sequoia and wait thirty minutes...But I will. Because Quikcafe deserves it. Y'all, this place is everything I want it to be: super quick, easy, friendly, and DELICIOUS. I've had the turkey sandwich which is easily as good as next door, the kale salad, the ham & Brie panini, and the quinoa kale turkey salad. I love it! Same fresh, high quality ingredients. will be back again and again. Though some tips for the staff:-I wish the panini was toasted for much longer! It's like it's in the oven for three seconds and doesn't do anything-maybe more dressing for the salads? One container doesn't even cover half my salad (but I probably don't need it anyway)-CAJUN TURKEY SANDWICH

Not once in the 20 some odd years of working have I worked in downtown Bakersfield, but that changed this year and with that change came new food spots to conquer. One spot that is definitely one of my go to spots to grab a quick bite is Qwik Café. While I may have an hour for lunch, I don't want to be hanging out in the streets of downtown, I rather eat and relax with a small nap if possible. What I like most about this spot is how quickly things move, you jump in line, grab the food you want and the cashier is efficient in checking you out to be on your merry way. Their offering is not huge but there is a good variety and something for anyone, at least I think so. All sandwiches are cold but some of them can be warmed up like their Turkey Melt. My favorites have been the Turkey Bacon, Tuna Sandwich and their Cobb Salad. While they are quick bites, they are definitely not small portioned unless you opt for the half sandwich, half salad combo but even with that, it seems like a full meal and more. They have Zappo chips, fruit medley's, some desserts and even soup of the day and they are owned/operated by Sequoia Sandwich so you know the quality of them are excellent. As I mentioned previously one of my faves is the Cobb Salad, they jam pack that salad with bacon bits, ham, turkey and fresh veggies and you can't forget about the chopped boiled eggs, that completes it. They do offer several dressings but I only go for Thousand Island so I couldn't tell you exactly what they offer other than ranch and balsalmic. If you are in the downtown area, possibly serving on Jury Duty (LOL), Qwik Café is just a few minutes away with a brisk walk, you don't have to worry about ordering, you and can in and out within 5 minutes or less, all depends if you make fast decisions and be on your way back to enjoy that delicious sandwich, soup and/or salad!

I stopped in here on opening day and was pleasantly surprised with this newest offering from the Sequoia sandwich family. The concept is simple: decent food fast, with hours that reflect the midday lunch crowd. You'll find no made to order items here, just pre-package foods prepared each day in the Sequoia kitchen. Refrigerated cases contain a selection of salads, sandwiches, wraps, and desserts. There isn't any set menu, as they're hoping to rotate offerings. While most items are cold, you can pick up the daily soup.If you're in a hurry, this will likely be one of your new favorite options. Prices are on par with the next door sandwich shop (about $7-8/sandwich). Side salads and chips are available for pick-up at an extra charge. If you're jonesing for something sweeter, they have slices of cheesecake or their big as your head cookies as well.Seating is limited to three tables out front, keeping in line with the concept of get in, get out. Dedicated parking for patrons is also available to maximize efficiency, though I imagine using their sister sandwich shop's dedicated lot across the street would be fine too.Overall, a great new addition to the downtown lunch scene, and a welcome option for those of us on extremely limited schedules.

I was on jury duty and I was really wanting sequoia but of course they were packed so I came here and I loved that they had good options everything was fresh and fast I definitely recommend this place for a good cold lunch

I walked in, chose my sandwich and drink and paid for it in less than 5 minutes. Its perfect for lunch on the run and get the great taste of Sequoia Sandwiches. Great Idea!

Great concept, and super fast. I love Sequoia, but the crowd is a little much sometimes. The Qwick Cafe is a fantastic solution- popular items pre-made with the same quality and fresh ingredients, but available at a moment's notice. If there's a line, it moves pretty quickly. And of course the same Gold Standard of Staff/service- I don't know how they do it, but they always seem to find the best people.

I came into the shop today and was greeted by Victoria. She was nice, helpful, and made my quick experience great! Wanted to give her a shout out because not to many places on the go have friendly employees who come across very genuine. Thanks again Victoria! The food was good like always.

Would not recommend. Super overpriced for basic sandwiches. And forget about trying their happy hour! Pack of ladies parked out front waiting to scoop up everything in baskets the second the clock turns 2. Why do people have to ruin nice things by being so greedy? Better sandwich shops within walking distance.

The QWIKCAFE has the worst sandwiches! I went in to purchase a sandwich, having high hopes that the sandwiches would be the same as their main adjacent Cafe. It was beyond disgusting! All bread....not worth the money..$$