Guidebook for Sacramento
Food Scene
Set in the shadow of the iconic art-deco Tower Theatre, the Tower Cafe boasts an eclectic and flavorful international cuisine, (not to mention a stellar dessert menu) in addition to the peaceful ambiance of the lovely palm and fern-laden outdoor patio. The Tower is such a Sacramento-favorite that it isn't uncommon to observe lines of people wrapped around the corner on a Saturday morning in anticipation of the perfect weekend brunch.
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Tower Cafe
1518 BroadwaySet in the shadow of the iconic art-deco Tower Theatre, the Tower Cafe boasts an eclectic and flavorful international cuisine, (not to mention a stellar dessert menu) in addition to the peaceful ambiance of the lovely palm and fern-laden outdoor patio. The Tower is such a Sacramento-favorite that it isn't uncommon to observe lines of people wrapped around the corner on a Saturday morning in anticipation of the perfect weekend brunch.
Located in the heart of Old Sacramento, Ten22 prides itself in award winning cuisine and superior quality brews. The “New American” cuisine features locally sourced ingredients from regional farmers. The bar at Ten22 offers over 24 beers on tap in addition to a seasonal cocktail menu. Old Sacramento is rich in history, and while it certainly has it's charms, the district can often be overrun by the exploits of tourism - however, the back patio at Ten22 offers the perfect reprieve from such distractions. Well shaded by climbing palms and surrounded by historic Gold Rush-era brick buildings, along with the additional bonus of the cool delta breeze, this restaurant patio serves as the perfect s
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Ten22
1022 2nd StLocated in the heart of Old Sacramento, Ten22 prides itself in award winning cuisine and superior quality brews. The “New American” cuisine features locally sourced ingredients from regional farmers. The bar at Ten22 offers over 24 beers on tap in addition to a seasonal cocktail menu. Old Sacramento is rich in history, and while it certainly has it's charms, the district can often be overrun by the exploits of tourism - however, the back patio at Ten22 offers the perfect reprieve from such distractions. Well shaded by climbing palms and surrounded by historic Gold Rush-era brick buildings, along with the additional bonus of the cool delta breeze, this restaurant patio serves as the perfect s
Want simple, no-frills, fresh California-inspired farm-to-fork cuisine? Then Hook and Ladder has you covered. Enjoy street facing and back garden patios as well as the rustic/grimy-chic bar and dining room. A rotating cocktail menu has something for everyone. We recommend the "Gentrified Southside Cooler.
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Hook & Ladder Manufacturing Co.
1630 S StWant simple, no-frills, fresh California-inspired farm-to-fork cuisine? Then Hook and Ladder has you covered. Enjoy street facing and back garden patios as well as the rustic/grimy-chic bar and dining room. A rotating cocktail menu has something for everyone. We recommend the "Gentrified Southside Cooler.
Mulvaney's B&L is located in an 1893 brick firehouse and serves what may be considered some of the finest cuisine in the Sacramento region. Famed owner and chef, Patrick Mulvaney, creates fresh, innovative, locally-sourced cuisine for the refined palate. Mulvaney's B&L is the perfect place to commemorate a special occasion or make it a romantic evening out. Please see Mulvaney's website for current wine and menu updates.
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Mulvaney's B&L
1215 19th StMulvaney's B&L is located in an 1893 brick firehouse and serves what may be considered some of the finest cuisine in the Sacramento region. Famed owner and chef, Patrick Mulvaney, creates fresh, innovative, locally-sourced cuisine for the refined palate. Mulvaney's B&L is the perfect place to commemorate a special occasion or make it a romantic evening out. Please see Mulvaney's website for current wine and menu updates.
The Rind
1801 L StGinger Elizabeth Chocolates
2413 L StLowBrau
1050 20th StDevine Gelateria & Café
1221 19th StThe original Hot Italian (also in Emeryville). Fresh, fun, and delicious pizza and gelato set within an Italian bicycle shop.
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Hot Italian Restaurant
1627 16th StThe original Hot Italian (also in Emeryville). Fresh, fun, and delicious pizza and gelato set within an Italian bicycle shop.
Head chef, Tony Masullo, makes what is arguably the best wood oven pizza in the region. "Masullo" pairs fresh and locally sourced ingredients with fantastic Italian and California wines. Desert is also exceptional at Masullo. We recommend the "pot de creme"!
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Masullo Pizza
2711 Riverside BlvdHead chef, Tony Masullo, makes what is arguably the best wood oven pizza in the region. "Masullo" pairs fresh and locally sourced ingredients with fantastic Italian and California wines. Desert is also exceptional at Masullo. We recommend the "pot de creme"!
Old Soul at The Weatherstone
812 21st StFox & Goose Public House and Restaurant
1001 R StAndy Nguyen's | Vegetarian Restaurant
2007 BroadwayPretty decent Thai cuisine and an adventurous mixology staff. Located across the street from beautiful Fremont Park.
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Orchid Thai Restaurant & Bar
1609 16th StPretty decent Thai cuisine and an adventurous mixology staff. Located across the street from beautiful Fremont Park.
Insight Coffee Roasters
1901 8th St
Kru Contemporary Japanese Cuisine
3135 Folsom BlvdElla Dining Room & Bar
1131 K St
The Waterboy
2000 Capitol Avede Vere's Irish Pub
1521 L StThe Press Bistro offers consistency with a well thought-out menu of gourmet classics as well as a solid wine list and craft cocktails to boot. This restaurant is tried and true and makes an excellent selection for a business dinner or a 4-star date-night dining experience.
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The Press Bistro
1809 Capitol AveThe Press Bistro offers consistency with a well thought-out menu of gourmet classics as well as a solid wine list and craft cocktails to boot. This restaurant is tried and true and makes an excellent selection for a business dinner or a 4-star date-night dining experience.
The Press Bistro offers consistency with a well thought-out menu of gourmet classics as well as a solid wine list and craft cocktails to boot. This restaurant is tried and true and makes an excellent selection for a business dinner or a 4-star date-night dining experience.
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Shine Cafe
1400 E StThe Press Bistro offers consistency with a well thought-out menu of gourmet classics as well as a solid wine list and craft cocktails to boot. This restaurant is tried and true and makes an excellent selection for a business dinner or a 4-star date-night dining experience.
Grange
926 J StBEST traditional Mexican Food restaurant in town. Tres Hermanas serves a mean margarita (try the Cadillac or the Diamante) to complement the savory Mexican cuisine. I never said anything about it being healthy; but, it tastes great!
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Tres Hermanas
2416 K StBEST traditional Mexican Food restaurant in town. Tres Hermanas serves a mean margarita (try the Cadillac or the Diamante) to complement the savory Mexican cuisine. I never said anything about it being healthy; but, it tastes great!
Zócalo is your quintessential California-inspired Mexican cuisine haven in the Capitol City. Soaring ceilings and classic California-mission-style architecture/design accents complement the fresh, innovative, and delicious food and craft margaritas of Zócalo. Located along beautiful Capitol Avenue, this is the place to go to enjoy excellent food and ambiance over a blackberry margarita, surrounded by palms and just beyond the magnificent dome of the California State Capitol building. Also a great spot for people-watching from the patio on Saturday/Sunday at brunch.
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Zócalo Restaurant Midtown
1801 Capitol AveZócalo is your quintessential California-inspired Mexican cuisine haven in the Capitol City. Soaring ceilings and classic California-mission-style architecture/design accents complement the fresh, innovative, and delicious food and craft margaritas of Zócalo. Located along beautiful Capitol Avenue, this is the place to go to enjoy excellent food and ambiance over a blackberry margarita, surrounded by palms and just beyond the magnificent dome of the California State Capitol building. Also a great spot for people-watching from the patio on Saturday/Sunday at brunch.
Considered by many to be the supreme ramen house in town, Ryujin Ramen is backed by the expertise of Sai Wong, a ramen aficionado, who has presided over some of Sacramento's best Japanese restaurants throughout the better half of his 20-year epicurean career. Mr. Wong regularly travels to Japan, seeking the latest ramen noodles, recipes, and unique ingredients in order to maximize quality and flavor for his patrons back at Ryujin in Sacramento. Great ramen!!!
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Ryujin Ramen House
1831 S StConsidered by many to be the supreme ramen house in town, Ryujin Ramen is backed by the expertise of Sai Wong, a ramen aficionado, who has presided over some of Sacramento's best Japanese restaurants throughout the better half of his 20-year epicurean career. Mr. Wong regularly travels to Japan, seeking the latest ramen noodles, recipes, and unique ingredients in order to maximize quality and flavor for his patrons back at Ryujin in Sacramento. Great ramen!!!
Mother Restaurant provides for the BEST vegan food in Sacramento. Famed local chef, Michael Thiemann, (Ella) opened Mother restaurant in 2013 to great acclaim. Three years later, lines continue to stretch out the door and into the street during lunch hour. Great place for a savory and healthy meal in a casual, laid back atmosphere.
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Mother Restaurant
2319 K StMother Restaurant provides for the BEST vegan food in Sacramento. Famed local chef, Michael Thiemann, (Ella) opened Mother restaurant in 2013 to great acclaim. Three years later, lines continue to stretch out the door and into the street during lunch hour. Great place for a savory and healthy meal in a casual, laid back atmosphere.
South Restaurant is the brainchild of husband and wife chef team, N'Gina and Ian Kavookjian, who blend the traditional Southern family recipes of N'Gina's family (she hails from New Orleans) blended with Ian's take on flavorful local Sacramento-born meat and produce. South is considered by most Sacramentans to be the best spot for fried chicken, grits, and hushpuppies in town.
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South
2005 11th StSouth Restaurant is the brainchild of husband and wife chef team, N'Gina and Ian Kavookjian, who blend the traditional Southern family recipes of N'Gina's family (she hails from New Orleans) blended with Ian's take on flavorful local Sacramento-born meat and produce. South is considered by most Sacramentans to be the best spot for fried chicken, grits, and hushpuppies in town.
Davis-born restaurant, Magpie Cafe, specializes in serving exquisitely fresh and wholesome local cuisine. If its not local or in season, Magpie won't be serving it. This is the kind of food that leaves you feeling satisfied, but not overfilled. The commitment of this restaurant to serving healthy and exceptionally delicious food makes it a great place to grab breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
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Magpie Café
1601 16th StDavis-born restaurant, Magpie Cafe, specializes in serving exquisitely fresh and wholesome local cuisine. If its not local or in season, Magpie won't be serving it. This is the kind of food that leaves you feeling satisfied, but not overfilled. The commitment of this restaurant to serving healthy and exceptionally delicious food makes it a great place to grab breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
Pushkin's is Sacramento's premier dedicated wheat/gluten and dairy-free bakery. You will not believe that the cupcake you are eating is actually vegan! KCRA Best of City top finalist - Best Bakery.
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Pushkin's Bakery
1820 29th StPushkin's is Sacramento's premier dedicated wheat/gluten and dairy-free bakery. You will not believe that the cupcake you are eating is actually vegan! KCRA Best of City top finalist - Best Bakery.
Rated By CNN Money & Fortune Magazine as one of the nation's 17 best small coffee makers. Excellent coffee and tea, personable service, and great ambiance.
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Temple Coffee Roasters
2829 S StRated By CNN Money & Fortune Magazine as one of the nation's 17 best small coffee makers. Excellent coffee and tea, personable service, and great ambiance.
The New Helvetia Brewing Co., housed in a repurposed historic building along the Broadway District, has revived some of the historic brews once created by Buffalo Brewing Co. in Sacramento 100 years ago. The Buffalo Brewing Company, owned by famed brewery mogul, Frank Ruhstaller, was at one point - the largest brewery in the entire state of California. Truly fantastic beer and a great place to enjoy some of Sacramento's best local food trucks, which rotate throughout the week.
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New Helvetia Brewing Company
1730 BroadwayThe New Helvetia Brewing Co., housed in a repurposed historic building along the Broadway District, has revived some of the historic brews once created by Buffalo Brewing Co. in Sacramento 100 years ago. The Buffalo Brewing Company, owned by famed brewery mogul, Frank Ruhstaller, was at one point - the largest brewery in the entire state of California. Truly fantastic beer and a great place to enjoy some of Sacramento's best local food trucks, which rotate throughout the week.
Sacramento's premier urban winery and tasting room. Mostly decent local wines from the Clarksburg-Delta wine growing region served with truly delicious tapas pairings.
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Revolution Winery and Kitchen
2831 S StSacramento's premier urban winery and tasting room. Mostly decent local wines from the Clarksburg-Delta wine growing region served with truly delicious tapas pairings.
Drinks & Nightlife
Midtown BierGarten
2332 K StBadlands Dance Club
2003 K StFaces Nightclub
2000 K StSac Brew Bike
1519 19th StMix Downtown
1525 L StBottle and Barlow is an art-deco inspired bar with an adjacent barber shop (booze while you get groomed!) located on the ground floor of the recently opened WAL Artist Lofts on the historic R Street corridor. Owner Jason Wilde, recipient of the San Francisco Eater’s Bartender of the Year Award, previously served as the General Manager of SF's Bourbon & Branch (arguably the most famous craft cocktail bar in San Francisco). In 2014, Jason returned to his native Sacramento in order to join-in on the exciting urban renaissance occurring in Midtown. The authentically innovative and savory craft cocktails at Bottle & Barlow rotate every few weeks and are consistently smooth and delicious!
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Bottle & Barlow
1120 R StBottle and Barlow is an art-deco inspired bar with an adjacent barber shop (booze while you get groomed!) located on the ground floor of the recently opened WAL Artist Lofts on the historic R Street corridor. Owner Jason Wilde, recipient of the San Francisco Eater’s Bartender of the Year Award, previously served as the General Manager of SF's Bourbon & Branch (arguably the most famous craft cocktail bar in San Francisco). In 2014, Jason returned to his native Sacramento in order to join-in on the exciting urban renaissance occurring in Midtown. The authentically innovative and savory craft cocktails at Bottle & Barlow rotate every few weeks and are consistently smooth and delicious!
Captain Frank Ruhstaller was California’s Premier Pioneer Brewer. He embodied the Spirit of California, partnering with local hop and barley farmers to grow the finest ingredients for his beers. 134 years later, Ruhstaller Brweing Co. remains committed to the Captain’s legacy, producing beer made with California hops and barley, grown by local Sacramento Valley farmers. The taproom is even located a stones-throw away from Captain Ruhstaller's original headquarters on J Street. For consistently excellent, unpretentious, locally-brewed beer in an urban setting, this is the place to go! Please see their website for visitor's info.
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Rushtaller Basement Taproom
726 K StCaptain Frank Ruhstaller was California’s Premier Pioneer Brewer. He embodied the Spirit of California, partnering with local hop and barley farmers to grow the finest ingredients for his beers. 134 years later, Ruhstaller Brweing Co. remains committed to the Captain’s legacy, producing beer made with California hops and barley, grown by local Sacramento Valley farmers. The taproom is even located a stones-throw away from Captain Ruhstaller's original headquarters on J Street. For consistently excellent, unpretentious, locally-brewed beer in an urban setting, this is the place to go! Please see their website for visitor's info.
We would be remiss to not mention the vintage dive-bar across the street, The Round Corner Tavern. The Round Corner Tavern was opened in 1938 - one year after 2330 S Street was built - and is not actually named for the rounded art-deco style corner of the building (24th and S Streets) but rather for the pool tables that have been a staple of this haunt ever since the day it opened. This bar enjoys a solid reputation with true-blue pool aficionados and those looking for the absolute cheapest well-drinks in town. Keep your eye out for the ghost of notorious Sacramento serial-killer, Dorothea Puente, who once worked the famed (now vegan and carnivore) kitchen of this local dive. Not the most re
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Round Corner
2333 S StWe would be remiss to not mention the vintage dive-bar across the street, The Round Corner Tavern. The Round Corner Tavern was opened in 1938 - one year after 2330 S Street was built - and is not actually named for the rounded art-deco style corner of the building (24th and S Streets) but rather for the pool tables that have been a staple of this haunt ever since the day it opened. This bar enjoys a solid reputation with true-blue pool aficionados and those looking for the absolute cheapest well-drinks in town. Keep your eye out for the ghost of notorious Sacramento serial-killer, Dorothea Puente, who once worked the famed (now vegan and carnivore) kitchen of this local dive. Not the most re
B-Side, which is designed to resemble a vinyl record player, is a hip, laid-back, no-frills take on a "hipster neighborhood dive bar" from the team behind the renowned Shady Lady Saloon. This is a great place to enjoy a classic cocktail in a completely chillaxed atmosphere.
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B-Side
1430 S StB-Side, which is designed to resemble a vinyl record player, is a hip, laid-back, no-frills take on a "hipster neighborhood dive bar" from the team behind the renowned Shady Lady Saloon. This is a great place to enjoy a classic cocktail in a completely chillaxed atmosphere.
The Shady Lady Saloon was recently featured in Esquire Magazine as one of the Top 10 best craft cocktail bars in the nation. The Saloon specializes in prohibition-era cocktails and is designed to reflect the elements of a 1920's speakeasy. Located along the historic R Street District in a repurposed turn-of-the-century brick building, formerly used as a bread factory, the Shady Lady serves the best craft cocktails in town and with consistently good food! *Brunch starts on Saturday/Sunday at 9:00 AM.
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The Shady Lady Saloon
1409 R StThe Shady Lady Saloon was recently featured in Esquire Magazine as one of the Top 10 best craft cocktail bars in the nation. The Saloon specializes in prohibition-era cocktails and is designed to reflect the elements of a 1920's speakeasy. Located along the historic R Street District in a repurposed turn-of-the-century brick building, formerly used as a bread factory, the Shady Lady serves the best craft cocktails in town and with consistently good food! *Brunch starts on Saturday/Sunday at 9:00 AM.
Sightseeing
Capitol Avenue
Capitol AvenueAlkali Flat
Boulevard Park
Hornblower Cruises and Events
1206 Front StOld Sacramento Waterfront
1014 2nd StIronically named Poverty Ridge, this neighborhood contains some of Sac's grandest estates & mansions. Check out childhood homes of renowned author, Joan Didion and CA's 23rd governor, Hiram Johnson.
Poverty Ridge
Ironically named Poverty Ridge, this neighborhood contains some of Sac's grandest estates & mansions. Check out childhood homes of renowned author, Joan Didion and CA's 23rd governor, Hiram Johnson.
Parks & Nature
I-McKinley Park
601 Alhambra BlvdGovernor's Mansion State Historic Park
1526 H StSouthside Park
2115 6th StSutter's Fort SHP was the birthplace of Sacramento as well as the precursor to the gold rush of '49 and subsequent colonization of California. Incredible history just a few blocks away by foot.
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Sutter's Fort State Historic Park
2701 L StSutter's Fort SHP was the birthplace of Sacramento as well as the precursor to the gold rush of '49 and subsequent colonization of California. Incredible history just a few blocks away by foot.
Ipharki yeJohn C. Fremont
1515 Q StThis was the home to California's 8th governor, Leland Stanford and his family up until the death of Leland, Jr. which lead to the grief stricken parents' founding of Stanford University in his honor.
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Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park
800 N StThis was the home to California's 8th governor, Leland Stanford and his family up until the death of Leland, Jr. which lead to the grief stricken parents' founding of Stanford University in his honor.
Sutter's Landing Dog Park
20 28th StEntertainment & Activities
Broadway At Music Circus
1419 H StThe Tower Theatre
2508 Land Park DrArts & Culture
B Street Theatre
2700 Capitol AveCrocker Art Museum
216 O StSacramento History Museum
101 I StI-California State Railroad Museum
125 I StCalifornia Museum
1020 O StCalifornia Automobile Museum
2200 Front StCheck-out this historic mansion which was bequeathed to the City by the children of the late McClatchy Newscorp Media moguls, Charles and Ella McClatchy - to be used as a public library. Today the Ella K. McClatchy Library provides a safe, homey, and nostalgic place to curl up in a quiet corner next to a stained glass window pane and get lost in the magic of a book.
McClatchy Library
2112 22nd StCheck-out this historic mansion which was bequeathed to the City by the children of the late McClatchy Newscorp Media moguls, Charles and Ella McClatchy - to be used as a public library. Today the Ella K. McClatchy Library provides a safe, homey, and nostalgic place to curl up in a quiet corner next to a stained glass window pane and get lost in the magic of a book.
One of the most beautiful and iconic buildings in the state of California. Fantastic historical resources regarding the politics and legislatures of the Golden State.
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California State Capitol Museum
1315 10th StOne of the most beautiful and iconic buildings in the state of California. Fantastic historical resources regarding the politics and legislatures of the Golden State.
Shopping
Scout Living
1215 18th StThe Antique Company Inc
2100 X StTime Tested Books
1114 21st StBeers Book Center
712 S StThe Sacramento Antique Faire is an outdoor Antiques & Collectibles Marketplace held the second Sunday of every month. Located at 21st & X Streets, over 300 vendors from throughout Northern California and beyond are on hand selling antique and vintage goods such as furniture, clothing, jewelry, military, garden, architectural, lighting and so much more! It’s a huge treasure hunt... Come join the fun, you never know what you might find!
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Sacramento Antique Faire
1 Sports ParkwayThe Sacramento Antique Faire is an outdoor Antiques & Collectibles Marketplace held the second Sunday of every month. Located at 21st & X Streets, over 300 vendors from throughout Northern California and beyond are on hand selling antique and vintage goods such as furniture, clothing, jewelry, military, garden, architectural, lighting and so much more! It’s a huge treasure hunt... Come join the fun, you never know what you might find!