BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Hodel’s Country Dining, a beloved buffet-style restaurant in Bakersfield, is nearing its 60th anniversary. Known for its variety of comfort foods, Hodel’s serves breakfast from Tuesday to Sunday starting at 8 a.m. and offers a flavorful BBQ selection every Friday and Saturday beginning at 11 a.m. The BBQ menu includes brisket, tri-tip, ribs, chicken, and sausage, accompanied by homemade BBQ sauces.
Owner and manager Don Hodel attributes the restaurant’s success to its welcoming atmosphere and strong community ties. “You’ve got relationships that you’ve built. We’ve been able to bless certain organizations over the years and that takes a lifetime to build that up,” said Hodel…