Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Hikari Sushi & Omakase

4.9

4.9 (173)

$50 and over

Sushi

Davis

About the restaurant

Please be advised. Friday and Saturday's dinner service is Exclusive Omakase experience only. Omakase chef tasting menu is $175 Per Person (price does NOT include beverage and gratuity). Each section will take 120 minutes. (4:30pm to 6:30, 7:30 to 9:30)
For all parties, 100% of cost per person + tax will be charged at the time of booking. Cancellations made within 48 hours prior to the reservation date will not be refunded. Cancellations made before the 72-hour time period will be refunded 50% of total cost per person + tax.

Reduction in the number of guests in the party are subject to cancellation charge.
Please be on time to enjoy all the courses. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.
Omakase means a meal consisting of dishes selected by the chef.
Chef will create some courses with seasonal, and best available ingredients.

Please call Hikari (530) 564-4356 to request Tuesday to Thursday night dinner. Walk-ins are welcome during the weekday Mini Omakase service.

Top review

Rory

Dined 2 days ago

The omakase experience at Hikari is amazing. I cannot recommend it more. The food and explanations of the food are wonderful.

Osteria Fasulo

5.0

5 (1755)

$31 to $50

Italian

Davis

About the restaurant

Osteria Fasulo offers an imaginative selection of authentic and contemporary Italian specialties that change and compliment with our four seasons. Its dishes are prepared using only the finest and the freshest ingredients from traditional and contemporary Italian recipes.
Osteria Fasulo's mission is to consistently provide the highest quality of Italian food and service to our guests
Our top priority will always be our guests — who should always expect exceptional food, outstanding service and always a warm welcome from the Fasulo’s

Top review

Lynn

Dined 2 days ago

Lovely special event location for my son's 21st birthday! Patricia's service was personable and attentive. The food was utterly delicious. Everything about the dinner was perfect. Thank you!

Pasquini's Fine Italian Food

4.9

4.9 (829)

$30 and under

Italian

Yuba City

About the restaurant

Chef/Owner Angelo Micheli uses fresh ingredients from our very own garden which enhances the farm to fork flavors of Italy. Juicy filet & rib eye steaks, seasonal seafood dishes and home made pastas are prepared just to your liking.

Join us on Monday nights for our family friendly, casual Pasta Night (limited menu). Wednesday nights we offer a made to order Prime Rib dinner that will melt in your mouth. We do offer limited seating on our front patio for smaller parties.

Top review

Steve

Dined 6 days ago

The food is always amazing. The service is excellent as well.

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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 on Dec 17, 2024

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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Maydoon Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (70)

$30 and under

Persian

Midtown

About the restaurant

Discover the essence of modern Persian dining at Maydoon, a family-owned gem in Midtown Sacramento, CA. Helmed by Executive Chef Idean Farid, Maydoon blends traditional Persian flavors with a contemporary flair. Rooted in a rich culinary heritage, Idean's family legacy adds a unique touch to every dish. Join us for a lively, casual dining experience indoors or on our inviting patio. Enjoy the convenience of pick-up, delivery, or elevate your special events with our catering services. Meet Idean's family, with Mohammad assisting in the kitchen, Jen managing the front of the house, and the charming presence of their son Mo. Maydoon is not just a restaurant; it's a celebration of tradition, flavor, and family warmth. Cheers to unforgettable moments and exceptional Persian cuisine!

Top review

Linda

Dined 5 days ago

Great food and excellent service. We have a lot of picky eaters and everyone was able to find something.

Dragon Beaux

4.9

4.9 (172)

$31 to $50

Chinese

Elk Grove

About the restaurant

If you would like to bring in cake/ or cupcakes brought in from outside Sky River, there will be a cutting fee of 5$ per person.
If dessert is bought from the bakery or any eatery inside the casino, there will be no cake fee! Thank you :)

And all person(s) to dine in have to be 21 years of age.

All parties have a 2 hour maximum dining time!

Top review

Bettina

Dined 5 days ago

The food was so delicious. We left all three plates empty. We also had green tea ice cream and our server. Michael was so wonderful describing questions about the food to us. My son and I will definitely come back.

Omakase Por Favor - Lincoln

4.8

4.8 (304)

$50 and over

Seafood

Lincoln

About the restaurant

Literally translating to "Trust The Chef Please", Omakase Por Favor is a new restaurant in Lincoln, CA. We combine the best of coastal Mexican cuisine and the Japanese Omakase dining experience. We offer signature oysters, ceviches, and fresh seasonal seafood along with vegetables and produce from local farms and suppliers. Join us for lunch for a quick bite from our à la carte menu, or make your reservation for dinner where you can experience a culinary journey in our omakase menu and leave all of the decision-making to our expert chefs. We also offer private dinners and events. Visit our website or contact us to learn more.

Top review

ScottVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Delicious and inventive dishes. Stellar staff. Good vibe. It’s always a treat to dine there.

Mezzo - Stockton

4.8

4.8 (422)

$30 and under

Italian

Stockton

About the restaurant

Mezzo Ristorante in Brookside is a small neighborhood trattoria. Inspired by the cuisines of Italy, Chef Daniel creates a beautiful seasonal & modern italian menu, featuring local produce, house made pastas, quality meats and fresh fish. Mezzo features weekly seafood, ravioli, drink specials for our customers to enjoy!

Mezzo offers indoor dining & on our heated enclosed patio for our customers to enjoy year round. Our bar opens Tuesday-Saturday n starting at 4:00 and serves beautifully handcrafted cocktails, mocktails, a notable wine list, craft beer & after dinner drinks.

Mezzo specializes in private events showers, graduation, birthdays, baptisms, anniversary parties which can be held in our private patio or restaurant. Look for our farmers market dinners, wine tasting events and wine dinners.

At Mezzo we invite you to relax, restore, dine & enjoy drinks with family and friends.
Best of San Joaquin Magazine winner & Diners choice award

Top review

Nina

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

Amazing food, and great service. Love to go here.

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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.

Top review

Zak

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

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

Magpie Cafe

4.8

4.8 (209)

$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.

Top review

SuzyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent! Per usual. There were 6 of us. 2 of us had the BLT, which is one of my favorites. The others had the hamburger, pork chop, lamb & the pasta special.

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