Hodel's Country Dining
5917 Knudsen Dr, Bakersfield, CA, 93308
About Hodel's Country Dining
Several rooms of country-style, banquet spacse for buffet meals, catered events, weddings & more.
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in California
$3,244 – $10,202
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,244–$10,202. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
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What Families Say
“The last time we were here was about 5 years ago. Passing through, we decided to stop again. Unfortunately the food was not as good as last time. The fried chicken was juicy and crispy last time. The desserts were great, especially the peach cobbler. This time, fried chicken was greasy and lacked flavor. The desserts never got replenished. The weirdest part, was the cashier asking if we left our waitress a tip. Really, the waitress that was non- existent. The waitress that was off in the corner chatting with other staff members instead of working. Ha-Ha.. no did not leave her a tip. Would have given her advice on how to earn her tips instead. Sadly location is not as it used to be.”
— Karina
“Just okay. Fried chicken and mashed potatoes were good. Not much variety of foods. Feel like other buffets have more. Won’t be going back.”
— Valeria Pla
“We recently held an event here, and everything was amazing. The buffet food, service, atmosphere, everything was fantastic. From Kasey to Jessica in the planning phase, to Leonard, Anthony and service, I can not recommend Hodel's more.”
— Ryan Murtha
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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