Ruth's Chris Steak House

501 Pavillions Lane
Sacramento, CA 95825

Michael M. writes: I have read the reviews and it amazes me when comments are written by people who never eat at an expensive restaurant. They complain their steak was slightly under done, slightly over done, or their wait was 15 minutes more than their reservation. My…

Peet's Coffee & Tea

2580 Fair Oaks Blvd
Ste 2
Sacramento, CA 95825

Amber S. writes: Attention! Attention! I have a very important announcement! Peet's Coffee & Tea sells chocolate cupcakes with coffee notes. That's right! And I'm not talking about a singing cupcake. I mean, that little baby gives you a hint of coffee flavor on your…

Common Grounds Coffee

2171 Cowell Blvd
Ste D
Davis, CA 95616

Liz K. writes: UNCOMMONLY NICE - CG is the official place for our meetings with graphic designer, Bill Mead. It's perfect for that and is a superior coffee spot in every way. Staff and other patrons are very cool. I always get the homemade iced tea--they have…

Yolo Fruit Stand

46710 County Rd 32B
El Macero, CA 95618

Sean S. writes: I haven't been here since the new owners took over either but this place can't be easily destroyed.  Out in the middle of nowhere off the 5, they have a wonderful assortment of produce at Farmer's Market prices.  So if you're in the midst of a trip,…

Osaka Sushi

8785 Center Pkwy
Ste B140
Sacramento, CA 95823

robot m. writes: Have been coming here since they opened many years ago. No annoying plasma TV's, very family friend, and solid service (you can get an overwhelmed and forgetful server once in while, but for the most part they are great). This place is a tradition in…

Kaveri Madras Cuisine

1148 Fulton Ave Ste A
Sacramento, CA 95825

Vivek P. writes: As a person of Indian origin, I can honestly say this is a good restauruant. Growing up 150 miles north of Sacramento, we've often had Kaveri cater   parties for us. Their Chicken 65 is probably the best ever. Everything else is fairly good.

Mellow Me Out

1120 Fulton Ave Ste H
Sacramento, CA 95825

Ally D. writes: How could I have lived in Sac for so long and not have known about Mellow Me Out?  The place rocks and I do believe it is now my all time favorite Sacramento spa.  If it's existance was a secret before, I doubt it will be for long.

Suffering from a…

Famous Kabob

1290 Fulton Ave
Sacramento, CA 95825

Lola D. writes: Even though everybody already rated this place positively, I just have to add my two cents.  Its truly wonderful.  I've never had Persian food before, and had no idea what to expect.  I pull up to this dive looking joint and prepared to walk in.…

Far East Cafe

5014 Freeport Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95822

Cy D. writes: Sometimes it's good, but lately it's been disappointing like a daughter who can't play the violin.

Sacramento Tofu Company

8300 Belvedere Ave
Sacramento, CA 95823

Wakako U. writes: Fresh handmade tofu is the best.  You can get Sac Tofu at Tokyo Fish Market in Berkeley.  Fresh delivery on Wednesday.  Free okara to boot.

Hoa Viet Restaurant

6645 Stockton Blvd Ste 150
Sacramento, CA 95823

Farm S. writes: I grew up eating the Pho beef noodles here.  "I like it, I like it a lot."  I usually order number one with big noodles or one of the soft noodles with egg rolls. Everything is pretty yummy, but those are my regulars.

They actually changed their lay…

Thai Basil Restaurant

8785 Center Pkwy
Ste B120
Sacramento, CA 95823

Christina H. writes: I was watching a rerun episode of Reno 911 where they were doing an undercover sting operation on a Thai Restaurant that was offering *extras* with their food delivery. While Dangle and Junior were having gastrointestinal issues from eating their…

MacQue's Barbeque

8101 Elder Creek Rd
Sacramento, CA 95824

donald k. writes: it's very easy to miss this gem of a restaurant. located in a fenced lot next to a transmission repair shop, macque's is the best place in town to satisfy a bbq fix. affordable prices and great tasting food gets me to drive out of my way for a little…

Kabob House the

1726 Fulton Ave
Sacramento, CA 95825

Michael M. writes: I can sum this place up in a few words: there is no better Greek food in the city. Eli has a hit on his hands with this place. I will agrue the 3 "$$$" rating. I can say it's a "$$", and not hesitiate. This could be my favorite place to eat in the…

Thai House Restaurant

527 A Munroe Street
Sacramento, CA 95825

Ally D. writes: Every time I think of the Thai House, I get p.o.'d at my friend Jeff all over again. How long Jeff's known about Thai House and kept it his own dirty little secret is anyone's guess. Like a sultry mistress on the side, he never gave us an inkling…

Niello Bmw

2020 Fulton Ave
Sacramento, CA 95825

linda h. writes: Great service, sometimes have to wait even with an appointment and when they're getting your car out from the back lot, but other than that very courteous. Shuttle drivers always nice, if you opt for a rental car, they gave me a 2006 BMW that was…

Marrakech Morroccan Restaurant

1833 Fulton Ave
Sacramento, CA 95825

Sarah S. writes: I had to think of something good that I've had recently for my 200th review.  On our last couple of visits to Marrakech we've gone with  large-ish groups and were able to order family-style, where we got an array of the main dishes to share, in…

Maalouf's Taste of Lebanon

1433 Fulton Ave
Ste G
Sacramento, CA 95825

SHANNON A. writes: For me, Middle Eastern food is like alcohol to an alcoholic.  I can't stop eating once I've started.  

The Mr and I went here to celebrate his graduation a few months ago, although you would think we were celebrating eating for the first time.  

We…

Greek Village Inn

65 University Ave
Sacramento, CA 95825

Amy P. writes: Nice place!  We were craving mediterranean foodies and ended up here because Cafe Morocco is apparently closed on Sundays for lunch.  In any case, we really enjoyed the Greek Village Inn.

Chicken souvlaki skewers come with their thick tsatsiki.  We…

Mana Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar

2580 Alta Arden Expy
Sacramento, CA 95825

Michelle L. writes: Love the Tony Roll, it is a favorite!

I always sit at the bar.  The service is fine and the sushi is good and reasonably priced.  I don't think it is over priced, especially compared to some of the more "fashionable" downtown places like Mikuni.  

My…

Gordito Burrito

7810 La Riviera Dr
Sacramento, CA 95826

Adrienne Y. writes: given the lack of decent burrito places around my work, there are days that i wish a gordito was around the corner...not so much for lunch...but for their breakfast burrito!! not that it was really around the corner from my old work either. it's been…

ABC Bakery

1309 Florin Rd
Ste F
Sacramento, CA 95831

Winnie R. writes: I've been going to this bakery since I was little.  It is the best chinese bakery in Sacramento.  Their egg tarts are made to perfection and they always sell out, so if you plan to order a dozen or two (like i do, hehe) then call in advance to place…

Mati's Indian Express

3880 Truxel Rd., Ste 200
Sacramento, CA 95834

Mark S. writes: One cannot judge a restaurant on food tastiness alone. To properly judge a restaurant, one must also take into account value in relation to quality. It is a rare place that nails both high quality and high value and when this holy grail is reached, 5…

White Swan Mongolian Barbeque

1328 Howe Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95857

Chris S. writes: In my day, I have seen many wonders. Many wonders, indeed. I have been going to White Swan since the mid 90's, and consider it to be my favorite restaurant. The food is always very fresh. They offer plenty of vegetarian options, including tofu and…

Bel Air Supermarket

3250 Arena Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95834

Nicole R. writes: It's fair to say that this is the ONLY grocery store that's made me cry, and cry in a good way.  We moved to Sac just weeks before BelAir opened, and so after visiting on opening day I nearly skipped home thinking we had just moved to the best place…

Pick Up Stix

4660 Natomas Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95835

Michelle G. writes: Pad thai noodles with tofu and cream cheese wontons are my ideal meal here. Their apple eggrolls are also an unusual but good dessert. Think McDonald's apple pie but in an eggroll. Mmm, McDonalds....Anyway, it's quick, fresh, tasty and won't break…

Tuk Tuk Restaurant

4630 Natomas Blvd #150
Sacramento, CA 95835

Chan N. writes: Tuk tuk is definitely a hidden gem.

From the outside, you expect nothing fancy simple table and chairs restaurant. But once you step inside, it is a modern oasis. The interior of this restaurant was done very well.

From the deep stained wooden walls,…

Alternative Baking Company Inc

4865 Pasadena Ave
Ste 3
Sacramento, CA 95841

Gil S. writes: Ooooh cookie.

COOKIE.

cookie cookie coo-cookie.

These are seriously my favorite package cookie right now.  You find them at natural food markets, coffee shops, all over the place really.

They're vegan cookies but you don't have to tell anyone that.

If you…

The Pulp Papery

810 Alhambra Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95857

SHANNON A. writes: I didn't really fit in with the other customers in the store since I wasn't wearing Juicy Couture sweat pants nor carrying a Coach bag.

Don't ask me why but I don't think that an expensive purse paired with expensive sweatpants looks any better than…

Armadillo Music-Cd's & Tickets

205 F St
Davis, CA 95616

Kate V. writes: I'm a huge fan of Amadillo. It's a cozy place to shop. No rock-concert-loud music blaring overhead. Good selection, including indie labels. Knowledgeable and friendly (but non-pushy) staff. Great deals on used CDs and DVDs. It's an independent,…

Eatwell Farm CSA

2657 Portage Bay E
#3
Davis, CA 95616

Sarah B. writes: Sign up with Eatwell (or other area farm CSA programs) and you'll get nice-sized boxes full of fresh, seasonal, local, organic produce. Eatwell also offers free-range eggs and lavendar. And you can visit the farm or even camp there!

Boxes are…

Mr. Taco

2635 W A St
Dixon, CA 95620

Nancy N. writes: grilled chicken super burrito.

damn, i miss the place. the ghetto gravel parking lot.. the ghetto orange dome.. everything. word on the street is that its temporarily closed. what a shame.. would have been the perfect place to swing by on the way to…

Cafe Espresso Roma

223 3rd Street
Davis, CA 95618

leena k. writes: Espresso Roma definitely does not rank high on sanitation or elegance.  Try not to use the bathroom unless you want to wipe yourself with paper towels stacked on a dirty bench and wash your hands with soap served out of a red party cup.

But it's in…

Aioli Bodega Espanola

808 2nd St
Davis, CA 95618

Ahu S. writes: Honestly, I wasn't expecting this place to be as good as it was. I'm used to great tapas places like Cesar or Cafe de la Paz, and wasn't expecting Aioli to be so great.

The portions were quite large for tapas - my date and I ordered 3 dishes and we…

Hometown Chinese

1601 Research Park Dr
Davis, CA 95618

Justin B. writes: Pros: Pork chop over rice is delicious, generous servings
Cons: It's connected to a gas station?

Funny how this is the second restaurant I've been to that's been connected to a gas station that serves some great food. Honestly, just because it's…

Mondavi Center

1 Shields Ave
Davis, CA 95618

James L. writes: This is a fantastic theater with great acoustics - classical music in particular really shines here.  The only drawback is the location: It's great for Sac/Davis residents, but for anyone in the Bay Area outside of Solano County this venue is quite a…

Tommy J's

726 2nd St
Davis, CA 95618

Sarah D. writes: Tommy J's does a burger good! The best part about these burgers are the buns that they are on, which come from the Village Bakery across the street. They are purchased fresh daily and are always soft and yummy. My favority burger is the Buffalo Bleu…

Eatwell Farm

5835 Sievers Road
Dixon, CA 95620

Nathalie L. writes: I love Eatwell! My boyfriend and I are trying to eat food that is SLOW: seasonal, local, organic and whole and this is where Eatwell comes in. I plan menus around what is in the box and have had a blast trying new kinds of produce. I also adore…

Vince's Italian Restaurant

8901 Elk Grove Florin Rd
Elk Grove, CA 95624

Morgan M. writes: The best Italian food I ever had outside of Italy. Honest. The waiter was an amazing old Italian guy with a thick accent, red dinner coat and red bow tie. Amazing.