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The Mustard Seed, Davis, CA

The Mustard Seed

4.8
4.8
1893 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Wine and dine in the rustic elegance of our cabin or outside on our patio. Our talented crew are dedicated to feeding the hungry people of Davis and the surrounding communities, recently receiving a Zagat Rating for food of 27, and voted Best Restaurant in Davis by the readers of Sacramento Magazine. We have also been called by Sunset Magazine has also called us quintessential Davis dining experience. Our seasonal menu has something new weekly to freshen the compact yet diversified selections, specializing in sustainable fresh fish, natural meats, local seasonal produce and house made desserts. Our reasonably priced, exclusively California wine list has something for every palate. MONDAVI VISITORS: We are just five short minutes away. Be sure to check early in the week for reservations. For an 8:00PM Curtain 6:00PM is the latest suggested comfortable reservation time We do not cater.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (530) 758-5750
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Bergman and Roxanna Fenton
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at 530-758-5750. Thank You!!
  • Neighborhood
    Davis
  • Cross street
    Second and Third Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking only.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,893 people are saying

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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Neighborhood gem

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Californian

  • Sacramento

    Best Service

  • Sacramento

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Mustard Seed in Davis offers an inviting and cozy atmosphere, consistently praised for "exceptional food" and "fantastic service." Guests love the charming setting, perfect for special occasions, with standout dishes like pork loin and rack of lamb. The outdoor patio provides a lovely dining experience, even in warm weather.

1,893 Reviews
  1. Sangeeta

    Sacramento

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cozy space and fabulous food and service. Noise level was a bit high.

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  2. Lauren

    Central Coast

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had requested a table inside. We arrived at 5:30 and were seated outside. It was drafty so asked for a table inside. They seemed rather hesitant which seemed strange as we were the first guests there. We’ve eaten here many times for special occasions and were always very pleased with everything. We wanted to have a nice dining experience to celebrate our anniversary. The food and service was good but something was lacking this time…customer care perhaps.

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  3. Bill

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My dish was fine, the short rib ragu. However, my wife had the duck breast, which unfortunately was mainly fat and gristle. If ordering the duck breast, I recommend asking if it is a lean cut the night you are there. Fairly expensive as well.

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  4. Debra

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A cozy restaurant that's a Davis staple. Enthusiastic service and delicious food. Enjoyed the tomato bisque with puff pastry, salad of greens with light dressing and crab cakes. A delightful, unique spot.

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  5. Shankar

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great. Ambience was great. Nice quaint surroundings

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  6. Christopher

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was well prepared and done with some innovative touches. Friendly young wait staff. Good place to celebrate special occasions

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  7. Chris

    Sacramento

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good (squash soup, pear salad, rack of lamb & ragu) and nicely presented but quite pricy for the ambiance. Our table was cramped in a corner against a wall and backing the hostess stand. The room quite noisy (not helped by a nearby table of loud talkers) and chairs uncomfortable (wooden slats without cushioning). Service was good and accommodated dietary restrictions. Good food but I was hoping for a nicer spot at this price point to have a “special” dinner. Downtown Davis is popular so leave extra time to find parking.

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  8. Sarah

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My second time and as amazing as the first. Love this place, the food and the owners. If I lived in Davis I’d be there weekly!

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  9. Lori

    VIP

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kim was outstanding recommending wines to pair with our entrees. Attentive, pleasant, delicious, and enjoyed our time by the fireplace.

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  10. Carol

    Sacramento

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I took our close friend to The Mustard Seed to celebrate a “momentous” birthday. We appreciated that we were seated immediately although we arrived 1/2 hour early. The servers were prompt, helpful, courteous, even those who were in training. We shared the pleasant crab cake appetizer although the sauce added little. The Asian pear salad was delicious with varied textures and flavors. Our friend fully enjoyed the Caesar salad. The crusted rack of lamb and side fresh vegetables was perfectly cooked, but the sauce detracted. My husband stated that his grilled rib eye steak was cooked far more than the very rare he had requested. For dessert, we shared an order of Profiteroles with vanilla ice cream covered in chocolate ganache and sliced almonds, which was delicious and so festive delivered with a lit candle to recognize the celebration!

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FAQs

The Mustard Seed offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (530) 758-5750.

The Mustard Seed is rated 4.8 stars by 1893 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Mustard Seed

222 D Street, Davis, CA 95616

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Second and Third Street
  • Neighborhood
    Davis
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking only.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Bergman and Roxanna Fenton
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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