Best Lunch Restaurants in Carmichael

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Arden FairCitrus HeightsFair OaksMidtownRancho CordovaRoseville

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

51 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Fabian's Italian Bistro restaurant

1. Fabian's Italian Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(1948)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fair Oaks

Booked 20 times today

Voted Best Italian Restaurant in Sacramento! Fabian's Italian Bistro serves locally sourced ingredients crafted into classic Italian dinners, lunches and brunches. On the weekend, you can enjoy brunch with classic eggs benedict, avocado toast or even the "chef's mess". At dinner or lunch service, take a peek at the special wine and cocktail menu, which is filled with both local and imported options.Fabian’s Italian Bistro is worth checking out any day, but if you happen to be in the neighborhood on Tuesday or Wednesday, you’re in for a treat. Tasting Tuesday dinners include an ever-changing special tasting menu, where you can try smoked pork, scallops, pork tenderloin, polenta, squid ink spaghetti and more. Wednesdays at Fabian’s Italian Bistro feature select house favorite wines for half price, plus they allow you to bring your own bottle with no corkage.

A photo of Formaggio Taverna & Patio - Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova restaurant

2. Formaggio Taverna & Patio - Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova

3.8

Excellent(173)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rancho Cordova

Booked 1 time today

Formaggio Taverna and Patio is Rancho Cordova’s hidden gem for light Italian food and drinks in a warm and welcoming taverna setting. Located inside the Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova, Formaggio is the perfect place to enjoy a craft cocktail on our private outdoor trellis or cozy up in a booth with glass of wine. Staying in town for a staycation? Lounge around by the pool and sip on your favorite local craft beer. The vibrant dining room boasts a bustling handcrafted wood bar with an Italian marble top—setting the tone for some of California's favorite wines . Formaggio is open Tuesday-Saturday 5PM - 9PM.

3. Magpie Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(237)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown

Booked 13 times today

Magpie is always available for walk in dining! Magpie is a family owned and operated independent restaurant in Midtown Sacramento. Since 2005, Magpie has served farm to table fare that reflects the values of life in California’s Central Valley. Our menu has an interesting mix of dishes highlighting the season's best offerings of share plates, bites, and entree's. We are more committed than ever to our mission of celebrating what makes our city and region special, and contributing to it by making seasonal, farm-to-table food in Sacramento. We are walking distance from California's state capitol building and convention center on the corner of 16th and P Streets overlooking the beautiful tree filled Fremont Park. The lively restaurant space features artwork and murals from local artists with bar, booth and table seating. The open patio has a variety of tall and low tables surrounded by live edge wooden benches and Magpie's iconic yellow umbrellas.

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4. Ella Dining Room and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(5409)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sacramento

Booked 37 times today

Located in America's Farm to Fork Capital. In the heart of Downtown, the family behind The Kitchen and Selland's Market Café brings you the region’s most relaxed and elegant destination, Ella Dining Room and Bar. Ella offers warm, welcoming ambiance in an inspiring space that evokes effortless European rustic luxury. The environment is modern yet timeless, dramatic yet comforting. Ella brings together the finest quality ingredients from this bountiful region to create authentic and honest fine food that nourishes body and soul. Chef and Owner Randall Selland and family invite you to savor the joys of friends, family, and great food and wine. Service is gracious and refined. Ella has signature handcrafted cocktails, an eclectic and impressive wine list, and a fresh seafood bar. We specialize in Private Parties. Perfect for business lunches, celebration dinners, and everyday enjoyment. Walking distance from Convention Center, Capitol, theaters, and hotels.

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5. Seasons 52 - Sacramento

4.7

Exceptional(3517)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Arden Fair

Booked 27 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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6. Bennett's American Cooking

4.4

Awesome(1663)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Sacramento

Booked 22 times today

Bennett’s is a must-visit dining destination that combines a cozy vibe with exceptional culinary delights. Under the guidance of Chef Owner Brian Bennett, the menu features standout dishes like Prawn Linguine, Brick Chicken, Hand-Cut Aged Prime Steaks, and Lasagna Bolognese, all complemented by an impressive selection of world-class wines.The expansive bar serves as a vibrant hub, ideal for enjoying handcrafted cocktails during Happy Hour every day from 2-6 PM. With attentive service and a strong commitment to hospitality, Bennett's ensures every guest has a memorable experience.Don't miss out on the Best Brunch in Sacramento on weekends from 9 AM to 2 PM, offering a Californian-inspired contemporary menu. As a Diners' Choice winner, it's the perfect time to experience the vibrant flavors and inviting atmosphere at Bennett’s. Join us today!

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7. Aioli Bodega Espanola

4.8

Exceptional(2145)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Sacramento

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Aioli Bodega Espanola where our authentic food, wine and ambiance will transport you to Andalusia. We provide tapas, entrees and desserts for lunch, dinner, private events, and catering.

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8. Zinfandel Grille - Sacramento

4.7

Exceptional(2732)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Sacramento

Booked 20 times today

Experience the art of farm-to-fork dining at its finest: savor house-made pasta, wood-fired oven pizza, and dishes crafted with love over open flames. Celebrate the vibrant flavors of seasonal, local, California bounty, and raise a glass to our inspired craft cocktails and fine wines.

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9. Prelude Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(910)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sacramento

Booked 31 times today

Prelude Kitchen & Bar is Restaurant located in Downtown Sacramento that serves Modern American, Farm to Fork cuisine. Our Chefs work directly with local Sacramento Farmers to source local ingredients for each dish. We believe food and dining is more than sustenance, it's a connection between guests, chefs, farmers, and the nature that surrounds us. Our menu is crafted from scratch, ensuring that every bite resonates with exceptional taste, genuine flavor, and fine dining quality. Prelude Kitchen & Bar is conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento next to the Crest Theater, Golden One Center, State Capitol, SAFE Credit Union Convention Center and Performing Arts Center. We offer validated parking at Capitol Garage located directly across the restaurant.

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10. Brasserie du Monde

4.5

Awesome(1720)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Sacramento

Booked 16 times today

Whether you’re in need of a quick bite and a café au lait or in the mood to enjoy an extended evening of dining and wining, when you come to Brasserie Du Monde or our Café à Coté, you will enjoy the casual elegance that embodies the uniquely romantic French spirit referred to as le charme de la vie (“the charm of life.”). By combining superior quality ingredients with flawless execution and a commitment to providing the exceptional guest experience, we are transforming the uniquely French concept of a traditional brasserie –a full service restaurant with an extended drink list –into Sacramento’s newest food and drink destination.Bienvenue!

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San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined today
I had an amazing experience as always!!!!! Food is 10/10
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Seasons 52 - SacramentoPrice: Expensive• American• Arden Fair
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4.7
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Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I love this place and still do but the food changed and recipes are different, not as good as I remember
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Fabian's Italian BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fair Oaks
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4.6
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Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Even though the volume was high due to a private event, the service alone was worth the visit. Interesting craft cocktails and a well imagined and prepared meal make Ella’s a stand out @ the capital.
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Ella Dining Room and BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sacramento
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4.7
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Peter
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
We had a great group dinner at Magpie! The food was delicious and the staff was amazing.
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Magpie CafePrice: Moderate• American• Midtown
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4.8
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sharon
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
told couldn't get in until 8:45! Yes, busy, could see. Firmly told Open Table could do no better. Immediately got 6:45 Open Table! Only 1/4 full then and the same as I left over an hour later. Good food, excellent service but so noisy couldn't talk to friend.
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Formaggio Taverna & Patio - Sacramento Marriott Rancho CordovaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Rancho Cordova
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3.8

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