Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Alaro Craft Brewery, Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

4.8

4.8 (479)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

Alaro is an award winning Modern American & Spanish Inspired Farm to Table Restaurant & Craft Brewery in the heart of Midtown Sacramento. Owners Ray and Annette Ballestero invite you to enjoy the beautiful but casual interior & lush outdoor patio area of this historic location. Featuring a diverse selection of creative seasonal dishes showcasing fresh seafood, tapas-style small bites & full-bellied burgers that border on sublime, our team has curated one of the most unique restaurants on the grid. In addition to Sacramento's most awarded craft brewery we feature a full cocktail bar, a well curated wine list including Spanish varietals and house made Sangrias, Fair Trade Sodas & Teas and Organic Soft Serve Ice Cream! Open for Lunch and Dinner daily. More at AlaroCraftBrewery.com

Top review

ChrisVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Casual environment with great selection of beers and a menu with many comfort food options. They offer generous flights of beers and let you choose those you wish to try. Service was prompt and friendly. Food was very good. Would recommend the veggie burger and the fish and chips.

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Experience

“On Sundays We Brunch”!! Need we say more?

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Castle Happy Hour – Unwind Like Royalty! 🍻

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Industry Mondays -Cheers to Hospitality Heroes! 🍻

House Kitchen & Bar - Sacramento

4.8

4.8 (43)

$30 and under

American

West Sacramento

About the restaurant

House Kitchen & Bar in Sacramento is a classic comfort food restaurant with an upscale and casual atmosphere. The staff and chefs at House Kitchen & Bar have been working tirelessly to provide high quality customer service and exceed expectations since 2010. By creating a home-like environment and serving fan favorite comfort foods, House Kitchen & Bar makes each and every guest feel welcome. The contemporary food with a twist won�t disappoint. Try the double dipped fried chicken and waffles with country gravy, the steak tacos with guacamole, corn salsa and chipotle sour cream or the beer can chicken with smashed potatoes and chicken au jus.

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Zak

Dined 2 days ago

The best French dip and food around .High recommended going for a great time !!!

Magpie Cafe

4.8

4.8 (208)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

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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Paul

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Very nice food, thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. Service was attentive, but not intrusive. Beer and wine selections just right for us. I ordered the pork chop and my wife the gnocchi. Cost was well within reason.

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Late Night Menu

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Happy Time All Night at the Bar

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Wine Wednesdays

Canon

4.7

4.7 (2039)

$31 to $50

American

Sacramento

About the restaurant

Michelin Guide rated neighborhood restaurant with creative and shareable cuisine and a year-round patio.

"With a clear vision, a striking aesthetic and distinctive, mouthwatering flavors, Canon restaurant in East Sacramento is a stellar and welcome addition to the city’s dining scene." - 4-Stars, Sacramento Bee

"Find the convivial Canon sequestered away from the downtown bustle. This cool space that contrasts deep tones against bright whites is enveloped by the aromatic smell of smoke, so it’s no surprise that the house is packed most nights. Chef Brad Cecchi is the culinary mastermind and his menu is pivoted around playful small plates." - Michelin Guide

Canon is committed to a healthy and productive workplace. A 4% service fee is added to dine-in bills to help cover the cost of employee health and wellness benefits and to provide a kitchen equity stipend to our back-of-house staff.

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Michael

Dined 3 days ago

What a great dining experience. Food, drink and service were all wonderful. Nice pace for the whole meal. I am not sure how it could have been better.

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Experience

Canon Large Party Experience

Camden Spit and Larder

4.9

4.9 (510)

$31 to $50

American

Sacramento

About the restaurant

Camden Spit & Larder, a modern London-inspired eatery, in Downtown Sacramento on Capitol Mall. Chef Oliver Ridgeway showcases the pristine ingredients of the surrounding region with its bold design, bustling bar scene, and prime private dining facilities. Camden is comfortable yet elevated. We are located just a few blocks from the Capitol and Convention Center and just steps from the Golden 1 Center. This is the perfect place to dine pre-show or concert. Camden S&L was a restaurant 'Recognized by Michelin' in 2021, 2022, & 2023.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

We celebrated my parents wedding anniversary. They made my parents feel very special with a complementary champagne toast and lots of attention. They even had our menus printed with a happy anniversary on the header. The whole experience was awesome.

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Wise Villa Winery and Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (280)

$30 and under

American

Lincoln

About the restaurant

Tuscan-style Gourmet Restaurant
The ONLY WINERY in Placer County to feature a FULL DINING EXPERIENCE complete with a Tuscan-style Gourmet Restaurant , charming courtyard, elegant tasting bar, wine educators, professional waitstaff, & culinary team. Our Mission is to provide our guests with and elegant European vacation by providing an internationally themed winery & food pairing experience in the setting of our Tuscan style vineyard and Gourmet Restaurant .
Indulging your senses in a perfect balance of Wise Villa Winery at our Tuscan-style Gourmet Restaurant . Enjoy the elegant tastes and aromas of our world-class wines paired with a delectable chef-prepared gourmet dinner. Relax while watching a breathtaking sunset over our rolling hills vineyard.

Prime Rib Special Every Thursday 11 AM - 8 PM
Winery Tours by Founder Dr. Grover Lee Every Saturday & Sunday 11:30 AM

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Keith

Dined 6 days ago

Great place to take friends and family! Fantastic food and service!

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Popular dish

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

4.7

4.7 (1456)

$30 and under

American

Auburn

About the restaurant

Located in historic downtown Auburn, The Monkey Cat is a popular destination for both locals and visitors who are looking for a unique dining experience. Monkey Cat offers a wide selection of dishes, with something for everyone. The lunch menu has hearty sandwiches, delicious tacos, variety of salads and wonderful entree options. For dinner there is a variety of steaks, seafood and poultry dishes that will leave your mouth watering. Vegetarian and Vegan options are available on the menu, and most diets & allergies can be accommodated. Placer County is home to fantastic wineries and breweries, and Monkey Cat is a proud supporter of that. Try a local drink on your next visit. Looking to take care of a larger group? Ask about private dining. Everything from Happy Hour, to Wine Down Wednesday, to Holiday Specials, Monkey Cat has you covered.

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Wanda

Dined 3 days ago

Love Monkey Cat! We enjoyed the view from our window table as we watched shoppers hurry by. Our server, Cheyenne, was lovely and attentive, and the meal was delicious.

The Independent Restaurant and Bar

4.8

4.8 (678)

$31 to $50

American

Placerville

About the restaurant

OPEN 5 days/week for INDOOR & EXTENSIVE OUTDOOR Covered Dining and Take-out Orders.

The Staff will try their best to accommodate all seating requests, but cannot guarantee all specific table requests will be available. Current Hours are: Wednesday - Saturday: 11:30am - 9pm Sunday: 11:30am - 8pm (closed Mon/Tues)

The Independent Restaurant and Bar offers guests and neighbors in Placerville, California a place to gather and enjoy refreshing fare and drinks. To start, peruse their famous craft cocktail menu and local beer and wine selections, then check out their creative appetizers, including turnip fries, flash- fried calamari, tempura prawns, or their famous ahi tartare. Main courses at The Independent Restaurant and Bar include Buttermilk Fried Chicken, CAB Marbled Rib Eye, Lemon Caper Salmon, Sous-vide Prime Rib (Sundays Only), Molasses-brined Pork Chop, and House-ground Burgers. Voted BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT in the Sierra Foothills 11 YEARS IN A ROW.

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Joan

Dined 7 days ago

Food and service are always excellent. Noisy for someone with hearing aides.

Sheldon Inn Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4.7 (2637)

$31 to $50

American

Elk Grove

About the restaurant

Nestled in the beautiful countryside of Elk Grove, Sheldon Inn Restaurant and Bar is housed in a historic building dating over 100 years old. The Sheldon Inn offers an unparalleled fine dining experience, perfect for any celebration or night out. The quaint patio and fire pit/lounge area is the perfect place to enjoy brunch or dinner, cocktails and great company. Sheldon Inn also has a Wedding Venue featuring an outdoor bar, gazebo, two dance floors, market lights, and outdoor restrooms. With availability for over 300+ guests, the outdoor ceremony and reception site is adorned with a beautiful old Oak Tree, lovely Victorian Bridal Suite, and meticulously manicured grounds for a stunning outdoor wedding!

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Charlotte

Dined 2 days ago

I was there to celebrate xmas with friends. The food was great, the service great as well. I found the experience a tad pricier than other similar eateries. Although they were busy, noise was not issue. I highly recommend Sheldon Inn .

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Popular dish

FRENCH TOAST & FRIED CHICKEN

The Kitchen @ Stonebrier

4.7

4.7 (665)

$30 and under

American

Stockton

About the restaurant

The Kitchen @ StoneBrier has a goal of bringing delicious, handcrafted, and quality food to the community. Our menu is comprised of classic recipes, containing only the freshest produce, hand-carved meats, and freshly baked breads— promising an excellent dining experience, whether eating in or getting lunch to-go!

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JoeVIP

Dined on Nov 19, 2024

To be honest, we have NEVER had a bad meal or experience here. We have been coming for years. I highly recommend.

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