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4th Street Grille


Traditional steakhouse with historic ambiance
400 L St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 448 2847
http://www.4thstreetgrille.com
Even on the hottest afternoon, this is a cool oasis with creamy plaster walls set off with dark wood paneling and trim. The decor dates back to Sacramento of the 1940s, with unique photos including skyline panoramas and aerial shots. The friendly staff is quick and efficient. The menu features New American cuisine; entrees include 4th Street Pork Loin Chop and Grilled Colorado Lamb Chops. The seafood menu features Wild Salmon Filet and Tiger Prawn and Saffron Risotto. Select from many other seafood dishes offered, as well as pastas and a variety of salads.

Review © 2007, Wcities
4th Street Grille photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Amarin Thai Cuisine


Low-fat, vegetarian Thai cuisine
900 12th St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 447 9063
http://www.amarinsacramento.com
A compact place with an emphasis on the healthy side of Thai cuisine. Wide windows, bold primary colors and intricate Thai murals seemingly add to the size of the dining room. Curries are used liberally in a variety of exotic entrees such as "Path Pak" (Thai stir fry) and "Mussamun" (tofu in mild coconut milk curry). The menu consists of a plethora of tofu dishes, tofu combined with just about every veggie and spice imaginable. The seven-page menu also offers a rich assortment of seafood and stir-fry noodle dishes. There is a second location in Folsom at 6608 Folsom-Auburn Rd, Ste 9 (+1 916 988 8581).

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Back Door Lounge


Echoes of Old Las Vegas in Old Sacramento
1112 Firehouse Alley
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 442 5751
This bar has red velvet and gold wallpaper, deep black leather booths and romantic lighting. Friday and Saturday nights local bands, dressed in their "lounge lizard" finery, perform excellent renditions of some of the Rat Pack's signature songs. Patsy Cline and other torch singers are paid their due as well. Prominent blues bands have also been known to stop by and bring an electric charge to the atmosphere. Food is available during breakfast and lunch.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Back Door Lounge photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Broiler Steakhouse


Delicious Steaks & Fine Dining
1201 K St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 444 3444
http://www.thebroilersteakhous...
This is a fine dining restaurant with delicious entrees. The menu features T-bone, Rib, New York Strip, and a huge 30-oz Porterhouse. Steaks are mesquite grilled to order, and can be topped with caramelized onions and mushrooms, sauteed red and green peppers with onions and cracked pepper, or Bernaise sauce. All entrees include soup or house salad and your choice of baked potato or creamy polenta. For dessert, try "The Godfather," which features cookie-crusted vanilla ice cream swimming in hot fudge. A full service bar is available.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Broiler Steakhouse photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
California Fat's


Captivating waterfall
1015 Front St
(Old Sacramento)
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 441 7966
http://www.fatsrestaurants.com...
When you enter this dining spot you will see a 30-foot waterfall. The dining area is jade and fuchsia with a splash of royal blue. The walls are decorated with copper. The menu features Chef Lina Fat's creations, such as Honey Walnut Prawns, Spicy Orange Chicken, and Black Pepper Kobe Beef Stir Fry. Start your meal with appetizers, soups or salads. Mixed drinks, beer and wine are also available. Reservations are recommended and banquet rooms are available.

Review © 2007, Wcities
California Fat's photo by Richard Chu
Photo: Richard Chu
California Fat's photo by Robert Luna
Photo: Robert Luna
 

 
Cantina Del Rio


Antique Interior, Live Music
106 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 443 6376
http://www.cantinadelrio.com/
The high ceilings rest on walls of ancient bricks, and nestled up among the cinnamon-hued rafters are two balconies surrounded by wrought iron railings. There is a long, cozy bar and wide windows looking out on the plank sidewalk. Lunch and dinner feature traditional Mexican cuisine with a few distinctive entrees not usually found north of the border. Through a graceful brick arch, Mexican rock bands play on a stage in front of a roomy wooden dance floor.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Cantina Del Rio photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Capital Tea Garden


Popular dim sum
1110 T St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 448 1218
Dim sum translates to "touch your heart", and this restaurant's dim sum has earned a local reputation of living up to that promise. It has the best pot stickers in town, along with steamed port and shrimp dishes. If dim sum is not your thing, the regular menu features items like XO Sauce with Jelly Fish and Oysters, and Bean Curd. The decor is really typical of a small Chinese restaurant that choose good cooking over decor and looks.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Dad's


Beloved Neighborhood Sandwich Shop
1310 S Street
(between 13th & 14th Streets)
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 448 3237
http://www.eatatdads.com
Just a hop, skip and a jump away from the hustle and bustle of Sacramento's busy downtown corridor is Dad's, a friendly neighborhood lunch joint famous for its slightly offbeat take on classic sandwich combinations. The menu features 27 sandwiches, both cold and grilled (many with ingredients such as Hungarian paprika, walnuts, pepper plant sauce and wax peppers - and all with names like "Bad Breath Special," "Hot Blonde," "Fat Elvis" and "Bikini Kill"), so decision making can be tough (especially since you can substitute tri-tip on any selection for just 75 cents). Shady sidewalk seating under S Street's canopy of trees makes for an eminently pleasant lunch. See website for full sandwich list, soup and salad options, breakfast menu and event calendar.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Dawson's


Classic steakhouse
1209 L St
(inside Hyatt Regency)
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 321 3600
http://sacramento.hyatt.com/hy...
This bistro features a Martini bar. The setting is very dark, with lots of wood and brass creating an Old World atmosphere. The menu presents a nice selection of bistro sandwiches and the salads are pure California cuisine. Try the grilled swordfish with cranberries and sugar pecans, or the massive Cobb salad that is a meal in itself. The macaroni and cheese made with cheddar and goat cheese, roasted tomato and onions is very popular. The piano player contributes to the atmosphere with soothing background tunes.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Dawson's photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Fat City Bar & Cafe


Gold Rush Era Decor & Great Food
1001 Front St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 446 6768
http://www.fatsrestaurants.com...
Enter the glass-enclosed entrance to this historic building and the authentic detail inside will transport you back in time to the wild Gold Rush days. Among the numerous Tiffany lamps under intricate stained glass windows, tourists and locals gather for light lunches, weekend brunch, drinks and conversation at the authentic mid-19th century tables. In addition to the lean and tasty ostrich burgers, the menu offers a variety of sandwiches, salads, soups and appetizers. Steak and seafood entrees are an interesting mix of American, Cajun and Italian cuisine.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Fat City Bar & Cafe photo by Brandon Brubaker
Photo: Brandon Brubaker
 

 
Firehouse Restaurant


Elegance in Old Town
1112 Second St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 442 4772
http://www.firehouseoldsac.com/
Twice chosen "Best Overall" by readers of Sacramento Magazine, this is truly an elegant dining experience. The building is a restored 1850s fire station. Inside, it is a mansion with vaulted ceilings, wood paneling, a fireplace and fresh flowers on every table. Outside, a tree-covered courtyard offers a more-casual dining experience. The menu features a wide variety of steak, seafood and pasta dishes. Reservations are recommended. Save room for the restaurant's mouth-watering desserts, such as the Madagascar Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée. A Happy Hour menu is offered from 2:30p to 6p, Sunday through Friday.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Firehouse Restaurant photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Fox & Goose Public House


British Pub & Great Breakfast
1001 R St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 443 8825
http://www.foxandgoose.com
Founded in 1975—Fox & Goose Public House, this pub and eatery has white brick walls with high ceilings and is usually quite crowded. Even early in the morning many customers wait for a table. The creative omelets are especially memorable, stuffed with just about any vegetable, cheese or meat you can imagine. The lunch and dinner menus feature such English treats as kippers, and fish and chips. During the evenings, the bar features alternative rock and English folk groups. More than 15 ales and micro brews are available.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Fox & Goose Public House photo by Rhiannon Dunklee
Photo: Rhiannon Dunklee
Fox & Goose Public House photo by Heather Washington
Photo: Heather Washington
 

 
Hard Rock Cafe


Theme restaurant with DJs in downtown
545 Downtown Plaza
Ste C #103
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 441 5591
http://www.hardrock.com
By day, Hard Rock Cafe maintains a normal run-of-the-mill corporate ambiance. The walls are packed with rock star photos, vintage guitars, psychedelic posters, gold records, album covers and other music memorabilia. The menu features burgers, chicken, soups, and salads. A full bar is available, as well as nightly drink specials. This is a popular place to meet friends after work for a drink and appetizers. In the evening, the atmosphere changes to loud and noisy when local DJs play music in this museum-like space.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Carrie Taylor
Photo: Carrie Taylor
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Indy Camargo
Photo: Indy Camargo
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Michelle
Photo: Michelle
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Nick Ares
Photo: Nick Ares
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Ingmar Zahorsky
Photo: Ingmar Zahorsky
Hard Rock Cafe photo by russa waldren
Photo: russa waldren
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Anthony Cathey
Photo: Anthony Cathey
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Zach Durland
Photo: Zach Durland
Hard Rock Cafe photo by xde_13
Photo: xde_13
Hard Rock Cafe photo by ABMJG
Photo: ABMJG
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Allen Yeh
Photo: Allen Yeh
Hard Rock Cafe photo by mc_mexx
Photo: mc_mexx
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Hanyang Leong
Photo: Hanyang Leong
Hard Rock Cafe photo by John Mishanski
Photo: John Mishanski
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Jaclyn Borrelli
Photo: Jaclyn Borrelli
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Jesse Garcia
Photo: Jesse Garcia
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Nicholas Lopez
Photo: Nicholas Lopez
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Jay Lensch
Photo: Jay Lensch
Hard Rock Cafe photo by Daniel Tutupoly
Photo: Daniel Tutupoly
 

 
Hot & Spicy


Taste the Big Easy in Old Town Sacramento
117 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 443 5051
Taste the "Big Easy," New Orleans, right in Old Sacramento. This is the only place in town to get genuine Louisiana-style Cajun cooking. Authentic meals include choices like alligator, crawfish, and yes, even turtle soup. The decor, authentic food, and music brings the bayou to the delta. Live bands perform jazz, reggae and zydeco from 9p until midnight Thursday through Saturday and all day on Sunday. If the music moves you, take to the dance floor. Be advised, Cajun cooking is, indeed, hot and spicy.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Hot & Spicy photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Morton's The Steakhouse


Pricey But Terrific Steaks
521 L St
(at 6th St)
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 442 5091
http://www.mortons.com
If you want to really impress a guest who likes plenty of red meat served in a clubby environment at wallet-busting prices, take them to Morton's. This elegant downtown spot features a wide variety of excellent meat dishes like filet mignon (with Bearnaise sauce and potatoes Lyonnaise with caramelized onions), or just a good old steak. A full service bar offers a variety of beverages including the special house Martini.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Morton's The Steakhouse photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
O'Mally's Irish Pub


Casual Early Evening Pit Stop
1109 2nd St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 492 1230
This cozy pub features a variety of Irish ales and a decent sandwich menu. There is Guinness, of course and Caffrey's, Bass and several others on tap. The O'Mally's Amber, a distinctive micro brew with a touch of bitter and a smooth finish, is recommended. The sandwiches include a generous Philly cheese steak and various burgers. The corned beef and cabbage with red potatoes melts in your mouth. There is ESPN on the TV, a regulation pool table in the back room, and darts.

Review © 2007, Wcities
O'Mally's Irish Pub photo by wcities
Photo: wcities
 

 
Pilothouse Restaurant on the Delta King


Fine dining on a riverboat
1000 Front St
(Old Sacramento)
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 441 4440
http://www.deltaking.com/pilot...
This is a popular restaurant located on the restored Delta King paddlewheel riverboat. The view of the Sacramento River is scenic and the dining is elegant. The interior has polished hardwood and brass, seafaring art and memorabilia. Seafood, steaks, chicken and pasta dishes are staples of the menu; start your meal with a fancy Caesar salad prepared at your table. Mixed drinks, beer and wine are available.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Pilothouse Restaurant on the Delta King photo by Tim Bodea
Photo: Tim Bodea
 

 
Rio City Cafe


Magnificent View: Sumptuous Cuisine on the River
1110 Front St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 442 8226
http://www.riocitycafe.com
Sunsets are especially picturesque from the outdoor patio at this dining spot. The interior features creamy plaster trimmed with blond wood, a long bar, white tablecloths and tall windows. In harmony with the natural beauty of the restaurant and its location, the menu features seafood entrees such as Roasted Salmon and Dungeness crab cakes as an appetizer. The beef lover will want to try the New York Steak or Prime Rib. The wine list is extensive and you can purchase wine by the glass or bottle.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Rio City Cafe photo by Emma
Photo: Emma
 

 
River City Brewing Company


Brewpub in the Plaza near Old Town
545 Downtown Plaza
(at 4th & K )
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 447 2739
http://www.rivercitybrewingco....
This dining spot keeps diners cool with its high ceilings, and its earth-tone decor is relaxing. Through the front door, a host waits to seat you at one of the dining tables. The menu ranges from pizza (which the chefs deftly toss in the open kitchen in the rear) to steaks, chicken and other entrees. Along one wall is a full bar, which is a pleasant place to try one of the house special microbrews while waiting for a table.

Review © 2007, Wcities
River City Brewing Company photo by Rob Trent
Photo: Rob Trent
River City Brewing Company photo by daniel nordaas
Photo: daniel nordaas
 

 
Sheraton Grand Sacramento


See Sacramento from the 26th floor
1230 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 447 1700
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/...
This upscale hotel has 503 rooms and 26 floors. The rooms are comfortable and decorated in earth tones. Each room features a coffeemaker, hairdryer, iron/ironing board, in-room movies, television with Cable, voicemail, cordless two-line phones, high-speed Internet access, bay window seats, feather pillows and bathrobes. This luxurious accommodation has two onsite restaurants, a business center, fitness facility and an outdoor heated pool. The hotel is conveniently located within one block of the Convention Center.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Sheraton Grand Sacramento photo by Kevin Hoyt
Photo: Kevin Hoyt
 

 
Spirit Of Sacramento


Elegant Dining, Dancing on the River
110 L St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 800 433 0263 / +1 916 552 2933
http://spiritofsacramento.com/
Take a cruise on this riverboat and enjoy its saloon, dining room and open-air dance floor. The wide-windowed saloon provides a scenic view of a variety of river vistas. The "Captain's Cruises" are in the afternoon and are two-hour river jaunts which include brunch and champagne. The sightseeing tours are narrated excursions to the upper reaches of the Sacramento River Delta. Specialty evening cruises feature a DJ and dancing. Hours and charges vary according to the cruise package chosen.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Spirit Of Sacramento photo by imbradtaylor
Photo: imbradtaylor
Spirit Of Sacramento photo by elizabeth_viall
Photo: elizabeth_viall
Spirit Of Sacramento photo by lam(b)chop
Photo: lam(b)chop
Spirit Of Sacramento photo by jessi_morris
Photo: jessi_morris
 

 
Vientiane


Fine traditional Thai cooking
2480 W Capitol Ave
Sacramento, CA 95691
United States
+1 916 373 1556
Although this dining spot is small, the aroma from the kitchen is fantastic. The flavor from fresh ginger, bamboo shoots, peppers, onions and many other spices jump out at you, but still blend easily with chicken, pork, beef and seafood. Traditional dishes like Laap display the contrast of flavors and textures so familiar to lovers of good Thai food. The Laap entree has a choice of chopped beef or pork mixed with chili peppers, mint, cilantro, green onions and lime.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Vientiane photo by rheanna2
Photo: rheanna2
Vientiane photo by flydime
Photo: flydime
 

 
Vines Cafe


Japanese and Italian culinary encounter
1209 L St
(in the Hyatt Regency)
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 321 3610
http://sacramento.hyatt.com/pr...
One of several dining options in the Hyatt Regency (across L Street from the State Capitol); this restaurant provides a dining experience unique in Sacramento. The breakfasts are traditional eggs and bacon type of fare. For lunch, the all-you-can-eat salad and soup bar is probably the best deal, and includes such exotic ingredients as sun-dried tomatoes and marinated mushrooms. The dinner menu features steaks, pasta dishes as well as soups and salads.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
West End Bar And Grill


Elegant dining in Old Town's basement
900 2nd St
Sacramento, CA 95814
United States
+1 916 444 9641
At West End Bar And Grill, you can eat under the stars or indoors in deep plush oaken booths softly lit with brass lamps. The decor reflects the historical cuisine of this place, a carnivore's paradise. Entrees include prime rib, New York steak, rib eye and fillet mignon. Salads feature Sacramento River delta produce in seemingly bottomless bowls. There is a usually quiet sports bar featuring a big screen TV and a billiards room just off the patio.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
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