Buddhist Church of Sacramento-Betsuin

2401 Riverside Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95818

Freeport Bakery M. writes: I'll second Jason's review. The amount of work and dedication for the church's annual fund raiser is amazing. The teriyaki chicken is great, atmosphere fun and free taiko drumming while you eat. Great for families or just to go with friends. I'm so…

Scrub Boys Car Wash

1731 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95818

Moe H. writes: So much better than Harv's, and less than half the price. The same inside/outside basic clean that Harv's charges $40 you can get here for $16 plus tip.

And they do just as good a job, and FASTER - I never wait more than 30 mins or so, even on a busy…

Living Space

1313 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95818

Guido B. writes: This place has some really cool retro type furniture as well as classic wood stuff as well.  We bought a nice wood sleigh type bed from here a few years back and it cost much less than any other place even with the shipping charge, which was quite…

June's Cafe

921 V St
Sacramento, CA 95818

Nicky M. writes: So...not that I am a picture post type of person...but after reviewing the pics available for June's, I can not help but notice that there is not a picture of June.  After-all...she was voted top 10 sexiest people in Sacramento by Sacramento News and…

Capital Power Equipment

2940 Freeport Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95818

Greg B. writes: I am Lawnmower Man. I own a Craftsman mower. I don't hire cheap labor to cut my grass. And I don't use a got-damned loud leaf blower to chase down a candy-wrapper either. I actually cut my own grass. I have a nice sized lawn too. Unfortunately I…

Famous Pizza

2998 Freeport Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95818

Erinn L. writes: I've been licking my wounds from a rather heart-wrenching break-up which in the Land of Erinn means I have free reign to eat whatever the hell I want for...a few weeks (length of time determined by length of relationship.)   So this means if I want a…

Joe Marty's

1500 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95818

Greg B. writes: Something smells like smoke...and it ain't broasted chicken! Joe Marty's is currently still closed due to fire. Hopefully they'll re-open sometime this year. Sure some of those old catcher's mitts may have smoke damage and all that Solon's…

Riverside Clubhouse

2633 Riverside Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95818

Alice A. writes: I must divulge the following facts:

1. I've know Matt Haines (owner of RSCH and all the other 33rd St. Bistro-related) since high school. He's a peach.

2. I went to John F. Kennedy High in South Sac. It used to be a senior tradition to steal the big…

Smart & Final

2431 28th St
Sacramento, CA 95818

Mary T. writes: I am a total fan of Smart & Final. They tend to be in undesirable areas, which is probably how they can afford to be so cheap (a la IKEA). My Sac girls and I were going to BBQ poolside at one of their condos, and we happened to be eating dim sum…

Island Tacos

5088 Folsom Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95818

SHANNON A. writes: The burrito here is the size of a small child.  I ordered the one with carnitas and it fed me for two meals and a snack.

Some smartass said, "too much for you to handle?", when he saw me wrapping up the rest of my lunch.  I just smirked when I saw…

Pancho's Cocina Mexicana & Grill

2026 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95818

FATMAN .. writes: This is the same joint as the one Katie and Greg reviewed, the address is different though so I went with this one cuz this is the address that's on thier card. Anyways, I liked it. It was cleaner than I thought it would be. They actually have wait…

YMCA

2021 W Street
Sacramento, CA 95818

Alisha K. writes: Is this YMCA on V Street?  I thought it was on W?  Anyway, I have been a member of the Y for a couple of years now and I love it.   The staff is always very nice.  The cardio and weight room is rarely crowded.  They give great discounts, including a…

Yum Yum Donut Shop

3671 Franklin Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95818

Alice A. writes: Okay, I know the doughnuts in the 'hood is Marie's, but let's ponder, shall we, the joys of Yum Yum.

From casa Anderson, you can walk. If not, it's one exit off off of the 90, a stone's throw from Carolina's and the western boot shop.

The same guy,…

Carl's Jr

2615 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95818

Rick E. writes: I haven't had a fast food burger since...since?...Jeez, I think it was October or November of 2002! Been living mostly a mom 'n' pop life since becoming the wiser in the mid-90s, and almost exclusively the last several years.

BUT! A trusted…

Swanberg's Antiques & Collectibles

2673 21st St
Sacramento, CA 95818

Keri B. writes: Great place for a charming and unique last minute gift. The owner is very friendly, I can't imagine she would ever avoid a customer, however she does not watch over people while they shop. Cool variety and a nice little section of Mexican folk art.

Broadway Auto Repair & Tire Center

1801 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95818

Nani V. writes: The service manager dude is super cool! I've been here a few times for my guy's car. Always great service. You never feel like he's up to something. I, a chick who knows nothing about cars, went to get a tune up yesterday, he also replaced some…

El Cuco

1128 8th St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Amanda B. writes: I didn't go for the Big Kahuna, instead I went because I noticed the sign that advertised Salvadorian food.  Turns out right now they only serve papusas, but the owners are indeed from El Salvador.  

And the papusas were de-lish-ious.  It was my first…

Market Club

2630 5th Street
Sacramento, CA 95818

Amanda B. writes: You begin to wonder whether your lunch mates really like you as you drive to the Market Club.  Then you begin to think you are headed for a pair of concrete shoes and a cozy spot at the bottom of the river, instead you end up a out-of-the-way diner…

Homestyle

2403 21st St
Sacramento, CA 95818

Paul C. writes: It's nice that Sacramento has a shop like this.  We got a great pair of stained glass windows here for not too much $$.  Among other things, they get salvaged leaded stained glass from European windows and doors for resale.  

Huge selection of all…

Guy Friends

CA 95819

Ally D. writes: I'm a girl who prefers to hang around guys. Always have, probably always will. Even though I'm married now, 90% of my friends are guys.  It was something my husband had to learn to deal with. (All his friends are guys & he still doesn't understand…

Craigslist

CA 95819

Ally D. writes: How did we function before Craigslist?  

Where else can you find: a  job (F/T telemarketer with master's degree in aeronautical engineering needed to sell Florida condos), a place to live ( share a cozy 1 br with homicidal, crossdressing roommate…

Baker Ben's Donuts & Desserts

2731 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95818

Amanda B. writes: This is the best donut in town and it is conviently located by my house and my bus stop to work.  The donuts are the best at 3am in the morning when the are warm from just coming out of the oven.   Don't bother with the coffee unless you have…

City of Sacramento Animal Care Services

2127 Front Street
Sacramento, CA 95818

Michelle L. writes: Our cat died last year, and last week we finally decided to adopt another one.  We looked around on the internet for various places to adopt (Happy Tails, SPCA), but we decided to just go in here to check it out.

The kittens and adults are in separate…

Treasured Tea Time

3214 Riverside Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95818

Janine P. writes: If you are looking for a local English High Tea experience - this is the place to lift your pinky to, don a frilly hat, white gloves, boa, and sip from a cutesy teacup.  
All of which, you can pick out for yourself - kinda like when you were a little…

Po Po Cafe

719 56th
Sacramento, CA 95819

Phil C. writes: I have to say that the swiss dog next door @ 715 56th (the weinery) was good but I still felt a little hungry so I walk 2 doors down in the same center to what I believe was Po Po Cafe - a Chinese restaurant.  I must apologize - I did not take a menu…

Starbucks

5539 H Street
Sacramento, CA 95819

Cyndi L. writes: Oh God, forgive me for patronizing the 'Bucks as much as I do.....it takes my indie cred down a million points, I realize this.

But, this particular location on 55th and H Street wins my heart the way many a' businesses do........kid friendly.

They…

East Sac Bike and Board

5520 H Street
Sacramento, CA 95819

Ally D. writes: "Riding through the city on my bike all day. Cause the filth took away my license. It doesn't get me down and I feel OK. Cause the sights that I'm seeing are priceless..." Ok, unlike Lily Allen the filth didn't take away my license so I can tootle…

Java City at the Roundhouse

6000 J St.
Sacramento, CA 95819

Kristen A. writes: It's nice to have a full service coffee shop right outside my office with a nice patio surrounding it when I get a chance to escape the monotony of my four walls.  The kids who work at the Java City "Roundhouse" next to Lassen Hall seem like they're…

Alive & Kicking

P.O. Box 19820
Sacramento, CA 95819

Chris B. writes: This freebie newsprint publication is available all over Sacramento at local businesses.  It's chock full of reviews of new releases by local artists and has a comprehensive calendar of the live music scene in and around Sactown.

Publisher Jerry Perry…

57th Street Antique Mall

875 57th St
Sacramento, CA 95819

Jenn N. writes: I'm not an antique collector so I actually prefer the "junky" antique stores over the high end ones.  I'm usually there because I'm being drug along by someone else. Or I'm looking for something attached to a costume party or a dare.

I do enjoy the…

Hoppy Brewing Co.

6300 Folsom Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95819

remo the gemo f. writes: First off, I only give reviews on places I love. Why write about a place that sucks. All you need to know about this place:

BEER: killer...the Heff and Golden Nugget are beer heaven..

FOOD: hamburgers are the some of the best in town...beer...really…

Hot Yoga At Yoga Loka

4820 Folsom Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95819

Emily T. writes: 110...114...118?!  YIKES!  It is really going to stay this hot, the entire hour and a half? Oh my gawd, what have I got myself into?

I decided while training for my marathon to try out 'hot' yoga at Yoga Loka on Folsom.  I took advantage of the 10…

Mac the Antique Plumber Inc

6325 Elvas Ave
Sacramento, CA 95819

Mattie P. writes: A specialty store like no other in Sacramento, Mac the Antique Plumber offers a small but beautiful selection of antique and new (reproduction) bathroom fixtures, lighting, drinking fountains, and door hardware.  Mac has clawfoot tubs, pedestal…

Pasty Shack

4746 J St
Sacramento, CA 95819

SHANNON A. writes: I'd never been to a Jack in the Box until I moved here and was so glad to see they only had about 3 menu items to choose from.  Usually when the Mr and I go out to eat it takes him an eternity to decide what to get because he is overwhelmed by the…

Weinery the

715 56th St
Sacramento, CA 95819

J R. writes: When you want a hot dog, you want a hot dog and this little place holds it own with any of those New York dog places!
The people who own it and work there are delightful and they cook up the absolute best, freshest dogs in Sacramento and probably…

Socal's Tavern

5200 Folsom Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95819

Greg B. writes: Free nachos. Free sandwiches. No free beer? Well, two out of three ain't bad. The Sacramento Dive Bar Connoisseurs scheduled Socal's on this thursday night. To join the fun: http://groups.yahoo.co... The jukey was loaded with great tunes. The joint…

Blue Sky Day Spa

4250 H St Ste 1
Sacramento, CA 95819

janine m. writes: I recently had a fantastic facial by Stephanie at Blue Sky.  I am not an avid spa visitor.  Honestly I always feel the services are overpriced and the estheticians are superficial, boring and their overly-done looks are less-than-attractive.  Every…