Award-winning

Zocalo Midtown

4.8

2833 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Kid and walk-in friendly, great for groups, and a celebration destination known for its fine Mexican cuisine, happy hour, and craft cocktails—Zocalo has been a staple of the Midtown and Sacramento dining scene for over twelve years. Offered in a beautifully refurbished 1920s automobile dealership decorated with original artwork from Tlaquepaque, Mexico—Zocalo’s warm hospitality, fresh regional Mexican food, private dining, and commitment to customer service are designed to transform the ordinary act of eating into an extraordinary and memorable experience.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Regional Mexican
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
Phone number
(916) 441-0303
Website
http://WWW.ZOCALOSAC.COM/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Brian Castillo
Catering
Zocalo does not cater but does offer an assortment of takeout party trays at zocalosac.com
Private party facilities
For any occasion, Zócalo invites you to enjoy private dining in its elegant Morelia Room. This distinctive venue is ideal for wedding rehearsal dinners, baby showers, corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, and holiday celebrations.
Private party contact
Andre Graim: (916) 441-0303

Location
1801 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA 95811
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Sacramento
Cross street
We're located at the corner of 18th St & Capitol Ave in Midtown.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Guacamole$9.00
Fresh avocado, tomato, jalapeño, cilantro, onion, lime and queso cotija
Tacos de Camarón$8.00
2 per order - Shrimp sautéed in garlic, Chipotle aioli, pico de gallo and red cabbage
Baja Fish Tacos$8.00
2 per order - Beer battered, with Chipotle aioli, pico de gallo and fresh repollo
Zóca Quesadilla$8.00
Queso cotija-crusted flour tortilla, chicken, black beans, Monterey Jack cheese, grilled onions and poblano crema
Nachos$8.00
Chicken, guacamole, crema, pico de gallo, green onion and pinto beans with queso
Flautas$8.00
Potato and cheese, spinach, salsa serrano, pico de gallo, crema and queso cotija
Ceviche de Guaymas$8.00
Fish or shrimp, pico de gallo, avocado, cucumber, radish and Zócalo hot sauce
Naco Tacos$8.00
2 per order - Your choice of chicken, carnitas or asada, with salsa morita, onion and cilantro

Drinks

Blackberry Margarita$10.00
Our most popular! Blanco tequila, fresh squeezed lime juice, agave nectar, organic blackberry purée, sugar rim
- Pitcher$38.00
Mango Fresco Margarita*$10.00
Reposado tequila, fresh squeezed lime juice, agave nectar, organic mango purée, tajín rim
- Pitcher$38.00
Cadillac Margarita$10.00
Reposado tequila, fresh squeezed lime juice, agave nectar, float of orange liqueur, salt rim
- Pitcher$38.00
Margarita de la Casa$8.00
A Zoócalo classic made with 100% blue agave tequila blanco, fresh squeezed lime juice, agave nectar, salt rim
- Pitcher$32.00
Maíz Mezcalita$9.00
La Luna mezcal, Nixta corn liqueur, lime juice, agave nectar, orange juice, black salt rim
- Pitcher$37.00
Bogle Chardonnay$6.00
- Bottle$22.00
Merlot California$6.00
- Bottle$22.00
Classic Paloma$8.00
Tequila blanco, grapefruit juice, agave nectar, grapefruit sparkling water, salt rim
- Pitcher$32.00
Sangría$8.00
Red wine, peach schnapps, brandy, pineapple, orange, organic blueberry and mango
- Pitcher$32.00
Espolón Blanco$7.00
A crisp shot of a fine tequila, 100% hand-harvested blue agave
Zócalo Mojito$8.00
White rum, fresh mint, lime, simple syrup, soda
- Pitcher$32.00

All Draft Beers

$6, Pitcher $22

Knee Deep Breaking Bud
New Glory Ubahdank
Dust Bowl Taco Truck
Farmers Light
Negra Modelo
XX Amber
Fort Rock Pilsner
Hemly Pear Cider

What 2,833 people are saying

Zocalo Midtown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Sacramento
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Zocalo Midtown offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food and ambience." Guests rave about the "excellent food and drink" and "outstanding service," with friendly and attentive staff like Brandon and America enhancing visits. While the noise level can be high, the festive atmosphere and delicious blackberry margaritas make it a popular spot for celebrations and gatherings.

2,833 Reviews

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Linda
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything was great and the place is lovely, just a little noisy there because its so popular!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles2 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing grub, drinks, and service. A great date vibe — the only complaint I have was how loud it was!
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OpenTable Diner
Sacramento1 review
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. Staff was friendly and attentive. Server even removed an item from our bill when he realized my friend did not like what he ordered (my friend only took two bites). Will be returning.
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barbara
Tahoe2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and our server did an excellent job.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, wish portions were bigger for price point. Specifically the steak and portobello.
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Tina
Sacramento11 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service. Can get a bit loud inside but they also have really nice outdoor seating.
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Beverly
Sacramento1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Happy Hour menu and great carnitas roast dinner.
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Rochelle
Las Vegas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I absolutely love Sloan midtown. My experience is there have always been good in terms of the ambience, service, and delicious food.
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Andrey
Sacramento1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful experience! Lovely atmosphere and great service.
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Kevin
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first visit. The food was excellent, staff very courteous and attentive. Our server, Brandon, was absolutely great!
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FAQs

Zocalo Midtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (916) 441-0303.

Zocalo Midtown is rated 4.8 stars by 2833 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1801 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA 95811

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
We're located at the corner of 18th St & Capitol Ave in Midtown.
Neighborhood
Sacramento
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Dinner Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Regional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Brian Castillo
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://WWW.ZOCALOSAC.COM/
Phone number
(916) 441-0303
Catering
Zocalo does not cater but does offer an assortment of takeout party trays at zocalosac.com
Private party facilities
For any occasion, Zócalo invites you to enjoy private dining in its elegant Morelia Room. This distinctive venue is ideal for wedding rehearsal dinners, baby showers, corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, and holiday celebrations.
Private party contact
Andre Graim: (916) 441-0303

Featured in

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Zocalo Midtown

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

The Best Bars for Foodies in Sacramento

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Food

Guacamole$9.00

Tacos de Camarón$8.00

Baja Fish Tacos$8.00

Zóca Quesadilla$8.00

Nachos$8.00

Flautas$8.00

Ceviche de Guaymas$8.00

Naco Tacos$8.00

Drinks

Blackberry Margarita$10.00

Mango Fresco Margarita*$10.00

Cadillac Margarita$10.00

Margarita de la Casa$8.00

Maíz Mezcalita$9.00

Bogle Chardonnay$6.00

Merlot California$6.00

Classic Paloma$8.00

Sangría$8.00

Espolón Blanco$7.00

Zócalo Mojito$8.00

All Draft Beers

Knee Deep Breaking Bud

New Glory Ubahdank

Dust Bowl Taco Truck

Farmers Light

Negra Modelo

XX Amber

Fort Rock Pilsner

Hemly Pear Cider

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Zocalo Midtown offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Zocalo Midtown restaurant rated?

Is Zocalo Midtown currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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