Since I’m always asked for my Sacramento recommendations I thought I’d update this older post with my favorite spots to eat and drink… I also, just recently found this great Eater list… actually with a few spots I need to check out!
Where to get your caffeine / pastry fix |
Temple – Okay I don’t like to play favorites but I even have Blue Bottle fanatics swear Temple is the best. You can usually find me at the H Street location.
The Mill – I used to walk to The Mill from our old Midtown apartment and so this was the first local coffee shop that made me miss my neighborhood spot in New York a whole lot less. I swear once you have a comforting coffee shop you love going to and the barista knows you by name, any city starts to feel like home.
Chocolate Fish – Now that we’ve moved to East Sac, the Folsom location is is my most frequented coffee spot. I love the neighborhood feel and always run into a familiar face.
Franquette – a gem of a coffee shop / wine bar located just across the bridge in West Sac… with wifi (a great spot to grab a seat around the wine bar to catch up on emails). I only wish Franquette was closer to my neighborhood 😉
Where to eat |
Pizza:
Masullo – This Land Park neighborhood gem is our go-to for low key date nights. While they’re known for their thin crust pizza, I always ask about the pasta special as well. As a pasta lover it never disappoints! Plus their seasonal salads always hit the spot.
One Speed – Our East Sac neighborhood gem and great for a low-key spot to go with kids. Even if you’re not craving pizza the menu has a little bit of everything… it’s all delicious.
Pizzasaurus Rex – great for to-go and ordering for kid’s birthday parties.
Majka * – super fresh ingredients, always a delicious salad and wine pairing
Pizza Supreme Being * – great for greasy, NY style pizza.
Sushi / Chinese |
Kru – I miss the days of walking into the Kru bar and grabbing a drink while ordering sushi. You definitely need a reservation now.
Southpaw – not the best location but so delicious. Especially a good option since Kru is so hard to get into.
Frank Fat’s – so classic Sacramento! Delicious Chinese.
Mexican |
Nixtaco – a little out of the way, in Roseville (in a random strip mall)… which actually I’ve never been in person but have had it at a party and the food is delish.
Fancier Date Night |
Allora – I like to sit on the patio
Ella – if I feel like dressing up more… also Ella is a good date spot to just grab a drink at the bar.
Mulvaney’s – I like the brick main dining room vibe!
The Kitchen * – we still haven’t been to The Kitchen yet, but it’s Sacramento’s French Laundry.
Low-Key Date Night |
Hawks – Our personal date night favorite vibe… I like to sit at the bar!
Binchoyaki – I don’t like to share this one but the secret’s out… amazing Izakaya (Japanense-grill)
The Butterscotch Den * – we haven’t been yet but have heard it’s so fun (grill your own steaks)
Take-Out |
Coconut on T – our go-to for Thai. And now with the new Betty Wine Bar, this makes for a great date night — grab a glass of wine at Betty and then walk across the street for Thai (or take the Thai home for a movie night).
Juno’s – Such a neighborhood gem! I would be devastated if we ever moved or something happened to Juno’s. I pretty much always order the kale salad (and add avocado)… and T always orders the sandwich special. We’re regulars and love that we can walk here. (We usually take it to go since there isn’t a lot of seating). Juno’s also has amazing bread you can order and I’ve ordered Juno’s for multiple kid’s birthday parties / baby showers / family gatherings etc.
Shoki – We’re big ramen fans over here and Shoki is our go-to for takeout (it’s small and often crowded so it’s a good to-go option). Always add an egg to your bowl.
Obo + Selland’s – Everyone in Sac’s go-to for takeout / any meal kind of spot… (dinner for two and a bottle of wine for $25 – you just can’t beat it). Both are also great for casual, quick lunches and super kid friendly.
Where to grab a drink |
Ro Sham Beaux – natural wine bar
Good News Wine * – great for grabbing a bottle or snacks to-go as well
* still haven’t been but hear good things!
