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    Aiona

    4.4 (67 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    AIONA ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Darci K.

    Phenomenal! From start to finish, the entire experience was poetry in motion. If you're looking for an upscale restaurant that moves when you move, and just like that, you're having a glorious evening, you absolutely must dine at Aiona. Diners tip: make reservations. Valet parking is available, street parking is not. We started off our meal with the hummus platter that was served with warm wedges of pita. This easily could've been a girl meal and I totally would've been satisfied. The staff is really on top of Service and without blinking and I additional pita was brought to the table so that we could continue enjoying the hummus. Next, we had the lamb Slovakia. A lovely grilled combination of beef and lamb skewers. That absolutely were shareable. The meat was flavorful, and I may have enjoyed it with some hummus and pita. Perfect bite! Grilled octopus joined the table, and well, this wasn't my favorite bite, everyone enjoyed it For our entree, we then enjoyed the dry aged Bistecca, along with papa's brava, and grilled zucchini. The steak was presented and sliced, so that none of us had to fuss about how to cut, share, and enjoy this delicious steak. It was perfectly seasoned and prepared, medium rare, which is what we all had wanted, and despite how delicious it was, we all managed to share it. The zucchini was absolutely delicious. Literally everything was, and each dish that we enjoyed silently encouraged us to try more and more. The papas brava absolutely delicious. Who doesn't like delicious potato wedges that are crispy on both sides with a little bit of heat added to the top of them. I may have enjoyed a bite of potato with steak. Another perfect bite! We shared a tiramisu, which was easy because at this point we had all eaten so much and yet there's no way to not enjoy dessert. It's a moral imperative when you've had such an amazing meal and topping it off with a delicious dessert is indeed total perfection. Service is flawless, and we felt catered too, well taken care of, and there was never a glass that was left, emptied, a dirty plate that wasn't removed without notice, and replaced with the next dish that we had ordered. This is exactly what we all want when we want to enjoy a lovely evening out! The wine cellar is filled with so many choices, and I love the fact that it's visible. The decor while Greek inspired is clean, and this is the epitome of gentle elegance. Chef Deneb, you've created the perfect Mediterranean experience, and I cannot wait to come back and have have another wonderful meal!

    Caroline E.

    Amazing food!! This place is great to order a bunch of different things to share and try. We ordered everything at once and our waiter paced it out for us. We started with the hummus and village salad. Both great!! Then we got the souvlaki, half chicken, and papas bravas. Everything was incredible, with large portions so we had some leftovers. We really enjoyed the food and the inside is very aesthetic. The waiters were all very nice and attentive. Would definitely recommend and excited to come back!

    The first part of our meal
    Mondana D.

    I really wanted to love Aiona because there was a lot to like. The atmosphere is beautiful, the vibe is warm and inviting, and the food itself was enjoyable. It's the kind of place that feels perfect for a special dinner or a night out with friends. Unfortunately, my experience took a serious turn after the meal. Within hours of dining here, I became extremely ill with symptoms consistent with food poisoning. Based on what I ate, I strongly suspect the calamari may have been the source. It was severe enough to significantly impact the remainder of my trip and required several days to recover. I don't write negative reviews lightly, and it's disappointing because the ambiance and overall dining experience were otherwise excellent. I'm leaving this review in the hope that the restaurant takes food safety concerns seriously and reviews its preparation practices. If not for getting sick, this would have been a much higher rating. The setting is lovely, but my experience after the meal unfortunately overshadows the positives.

    Not a Big Dill
    Megan K.

    Had to post a review about downtowns favorite new spot! The space itself is magnificent and the service was wonderful. Little details here and there that could probably be refined (we were given the lunch menu instead of dinner at 9pm, the lighting seemed incredibly bright for a late night, etc). Drinks were top tier. I had the "not a big dill" which was complex but delicious- slightly savory but well balanced. My bf enjoyed his cocktail as well. Carpaccio was our favorite dish by far. Mussels with chorizo were ok and lamb kebab was pretty standard. We opted for the short rib as well which is called by another name on the menu because they were out of our first choice of main. Overall, glad to see another elevated and thoroughly curated spot in downtown! It missed the mark for me a bit as the prices seemed high for the quality and value of the meal but we will try again soon.

    My coworker ordered Aiona Verdure with eggplant, pepper, onion, tapenade on focaccia with fries.
    Terryann T.

    Finally, a new restaurant on K Street! Aiona is located at the base of the Esquire Building where I work. We were already looking forward to it because they catered the building Christmas party and the food was so good! It recently opened up so I came for lunch with 2 of my coworkers. The restaurant is gorgeous and we were sat outside. Our server Reid was amazing and so knowledgeable about the food and we had alot of questions. The menu is not large but the food was delicious. I had the kalamari, it was good but I did not like the garlic butter dip. My coworkers got the Aiona Verdure and the Wagyu Burger. The stand out for me was the potato leek soup. I would come back alone for that! It is pricey but it's delicious. Just for the convenient location alone I'll be back.

    Bucatini
    Sheldon C.

    Great restaurant in Downtown Sacramento. Food was delicious! Textures in all three of our dishes were perfect. Very impressed by the chef. The bucatini texture was perfect. Super tasty dish. Wished it was a bigger portion though. The rotisserie chicken was ridiculously good. Great blend of flavors. Surprised by how tasty the roasted grapes and onions were with the sauce. The papas bravas was the IDEAL potato texture. If I were ever to get home fries anywhere, I'd want it to have this crunchy, crispy, airy texture. Perfect. (Update: microwaved these potatoes in a hotel the next morning and the crunchiness shockingly held up - this is a five-star dish!) Outdoor patio was very nice. Ambient is cool and modern. Bonus for being pet-friendly!

    Interesting mural
    Alex S.

    Aiona is a new live fire restaurant next to the IMAX theater by the same head chef that operates Allora. The atmosphere and food were amazing! The only tip off that they are a new restaurant is that there was a little bit of a wait for our reservation (about 10 minutes), but other than that, the service was very smooth and professional. They were packed, and it's only week 2, so all considered, this was a great experience. To start, we ordered the tahini old fashioned and a glass of moscato. The lamb souvlaki appetizer was amazing! I hope they add a lamb souvlaki plate as an entree offering in the future because that was my favorite dish all night! The salad we ordered was a nice, light complement to offset the richness of the other dishes we ordered. My husband and I split the risotto and the porchetta for our entrees. They were both incredible! The flavors were amazing. I don't think the porchetta needed the fruit chutney it was served with, but my husband enjoyed it. For dessert, we ordered the date pudding and a glass of Hungarian dessert wine recommended by the sommelier. Those were also amazing. Such a unique combination of flavors. Highly recommend both! We were celebrating our wedding anniversary, and I'm so glad we took a chance on a new restaurant! I hope we'll be back at Aiona for more special occasions in the future.

    Caity T.

    So cool to see this place come together. It's got an old-Hollywood-meets-Greece ambience, which I love. Got served by Brett at the bar, who evidently developed the opening cocktail menu (slam dunk, sir). We came for the happy hour specials and everyone was VERY happy with their drinks. In particular, I loved that the Kind of a Big Dill cocktail is rimmed with sugary, ground dehydrated orange that makes the curaçao pop. The sliced cucumber ribbon not only looks chic, but adds a delicious, fresh essence to the whole thing. 10/10 For food we ordered the papas bravas (if you like paprika, order these now!) and the calamari. Potatoes were delish. Calamari wasn't cooked in hot enough oil and was more soggy than crispy. Brett noticed we were avoiding them and asked if there was anything wrong. I sheepishly told him the issue and he was quick to correct it. Excellent service. We felt taken care of. Only word of caution, it smells amazing to be in here-- I think there's a wood burning stove or something that infuses the whole place with a rich woody aroma-- but you will also be infused with this scent. Not quite "campfire" level, but your clothes will smell edible when you leave. Lol

    Christine L.

    I knew Aiona was a vibe from the moment we walked in. The hostesses were on top of it--welcoming, organized, and set the tone right away. The entire staff was friendly, and you can tell they work seamlessly as a team. I watched this place get built from scratch and waited a full year to finally dine here--and it was absolutely worth it. I'm not easy to impress, but Aiona made it look effortless. They clearly understood the assignment. We started with a dirty martini ($22), and honestly, it was one of the best I've ever had. From the eggplant to the lamb skewers, everything was exceptionally well-seasoned--flavorful and tender. The wild prawn bucatini was cooked perfectly al dente. Not a single flaw all night. We sat at the small tables across from the bar. Our server, Alexander was incredibly sweet, knowledgeable, and professional--you could tell he was properly trained, which made the experience even better. The overall execution here is top-notch. With the perfect combo of great food, excellent service, and standout cocktails, I don't have any reason not to come back--especially since it's so close. See you again soon, Aiona

    Hummus
    Jerry H.

    Food Some great items here. My top 3: 1. Hummus! Oh my, I think it was our favorite item on the menu. What a surprise! Super soft and warm handmade pita with hummus topped with a chili-garlic type sauce and some crispy garbanzo beans. Excellent. 2. 72 Hr. Short Rib was wonderfully tender and served with one of my favorite things... labneh!(Warning: May look a little fatty and raw, but this is slow cooking perfection!) 3. Fire Roasted Beets. Charred to perfection on one edge and tender the rest of the way. I think it also had a white sauce (labneh?) and some nice great toppings like pistachios and grapefruit pieces. Items that we would not order again: - The bucatini came with these amazing looking prawns, but even after being remade, just too raw for our taste. It was like eating it sashimi style (which I love with fish, but not with prawns). You might love it, but not something we would choose, again. - Papas Bravas. We wondered what great chefs could do with fries... this was NOT IT. Definitely the most disappointing thing we ordered. Ambience The wife put it like this: much nicer than the pictures. I would describe it as similar style as Allora (same owners, I think), but "pink instead of green" and a bit some casual. Service Mimi was great and very helpful with our Bucatini issue. Overall service was nearly perfect (except we were asked twice if we wanted more pita, but it never came until we asked for it directly (third request).

    Focaccia bread
    Mike R.

    Pretty disappointing follow up visit. After a great first experience shared with some friends and after happy hour being advertised as 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm made pre-show dinner plans to come back, only to be told happy hour ended time had changed and ended at 5:00 pm (less than 10 days from being advertised - and post is still up)

    Melanie L.

    5/5 interior and decor Located next to a parking garage near the Wells Fargo building I believe it was. The doors were a bit tricky to get here. 4/5 Service - very sweet front desk staff. Food took a bit to come out during lunch hour. 3.5/5 Risotto well presented but lacked some flavor 3.5/Waygu burger with side salad The decor looked beautiful but for the price I was a bit disappointed in the food flavors.

    Papas bravas - dry fries. Skip this menu.
    Young C.

    We planned our visit around happy hour at Aiona, only to find out the hours had changed without any notice. What was advertised as 3-6 PM is now 2:30-4:50 PM pretty significant difference, and one they made just one week after announcing happy hour. The ambiance of the place is modern but warm, and loved the murals. The drinks and food was delicious. Both the cocktail for dirty martini and gin and tonic was very well balanced and the presentation was beautiful. Burger was delicious! Definitely tasted the wood fired char, and the meat was thick and hearty. I thought the house made giardinera really complemented the dish. House salad was simple, but very fresh and unfussy with the ingredient and loved the shaved vegetables & fruit. With that being said, the service was just horrible experience. One of the worst I've ever had. After our initial order, we were completely ignored the entire time. We had to grab our server's attention multiple times just to get one cup of water. They never once checked in to ask if we wanted to order more drinks or food. We wanted to order more of delicious cocktails... but since we were ignored, we never got the opportunity. When it was time to pay, I tried to get the server's attention repeatedly and got nowhere. I held my credit card out hoping they would notice. Still nothing. I ended up having to wave my hand with my credit card in the air before the manager finally came over to settle the bill. Just comical experience... It was a really disappointing experience because Aiona has so much going for it. The ambiance is beautiful, the food is delicious, and the drinks are outstanding. But the service completely overshadowed all of that. I really hope they improve and wish them the best of luck. Will I be back? Probably not after being ignored multiple times.

    Must try the cocktails! So good!

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    Happy hour - hummus and carpaccio are bomb, love their house G&T! Service is always on point, and how can u not love this gorgeous space

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    Spot on! Def recommended! All around! Drinks, service, food and ambiance! Hit all the marks!

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    fresh and healthy options. The place is clean and has a bright, modern atmosphere. It is a good spot for a quick, nutritious meal

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    Great food, got to sit right in front of the kitchen. We had the Branzino, steak tartare and octopus .

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    Great vibe, great staff and amazing happy hour menu! Obie at the bar took great care of us.

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    The food, service and ambiance are all excellent! I would highly recommend Aiona . A wonderful experience! D. G.

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    Ask the Community - Aiona

    I see there are a few vegetarian options but what about vegan?

    Can they make a vegetarian pasta? Or out of luck?

    Hi James, we have many vegetarian options and we are always happy to do what we can with custom requests!

    Is there a bar that serves a Happy Hour menu?

    Yes, Happy Hour is Monday-Thursday from 2:30-5 available in the bar, lounge and patio with drink specials and a dedicated HH menu. You can find the menu at aionasacramento.com

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    sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls

    sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls

    4.1
    (57 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    Since I recently visited the sweetgreen location in Sacramento on Fair Oaks + Howe, and had a…read morepositive experience overall, I was elated to stop by since I was closer to this specific area. I visited sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls in Sacramento, CA [1629 S St] on Sunday, 05/09/26, around 12:15 PM. For May 2026, the deal was still going on for the $12 Chicken Tostada Bowl. I had this bowl at the other location; it was so delicious that I had to order it again here while taking advantage of the offer. It was a literal win-win situation. I customized the Chicken Tostada Bowl with baby spinach, white rice, raw carrots, tomatoes, cilantro, tortilla chips, feta crumble, and antibiotic-free blackened chicken. I included an extra addition of the lime cilantro jalapeño sauce and sweetgreen hot sauce. I was pleased with the execution of the bowl. The ingredients were beyond fresh and locally sourced. The flavor completely satisfied my taste buds. The bowl was portioned greatly, and thus was fulfilling. I enjoyed consuming the bowl in front of the establishment outdoors. This location presented a nice, peaceful environment in the heart of Midtown Sacramento. The parking situation was a bit of a challenge, since the Ice Blocks development is known to be busy in general. I'd prefer visiting the location on Fair Oaks + Howe, for the reason that parking is much easier. However, the Midtown location is just as great and meets expectations. It's nice to know that I can visit, in case I happen to be in the area.

    I was super excited when sweet greens opened a location in the downtown/Midtown area of Of…read moreSacramento. Parking is pretty impossible, and most people will order food to go either from the app or the kiosk at the counter. Diners tip: use the app if this is a place that you will frequent because they do offer specials and there is a point system. They offer a variety of salads that are already created on their menu, or you can pretty much create your own. Most if not all of their offerings are pretty healthy, and if you're looking to increase your protein, your veggies, or just have a good meal, this place is for you! My last visit was a little rough. I actually lucked out and found a place to park, so of course, I thought that it was kismet for me to be able to dine in. The one thing that I don't like about ordering at the kiosk is that there isn't anyone that can answer questions or assist you with your order. It makes the process feel more complicated than it needs to be. I had wanted to ask about one of the dressings, and possibly add a different one to my order, and ended up having to wing it. Keep in mind there are people working behind the counter, but they're not there at least for my experience to help the customer. You pretty much place your order and they may or may not call you when it's ready. I had planned to dine in, and after waiting more than 10 minutes for my order, I asked at the Pick Up counter about it and found out that somebody had forgotten to make my salad. Then when it was ready, it was given to me in a to go bag. I took that as a sign that I wasn't meant to dine in... Sadly, I should have checked my order anyway, before I left the restaurant. As it turns out, my salad was missing a number of items that I had wanted and paid for such as extra protein, and different salad add-ins. What I did receive was OK but definitely not good and nowhere near great. This definitely was an expensive lesson and one that I don't need to learn again.

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    Pangaea Bier Cafe

    Pangaea Bier Cafe

    4.3
    (1.1k reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    BEST PRETZELS IVE EVER HAD! And with the beer cheese?? Umm yes please! Crispy fries? Sign me up!…read moreJuicy burger? I'm there! The staff are great! I'm so sad it's closing because I only just discovered this place a month ago! Definitely stop by before it's gone!

    Directly across the street from Gunther's ice cream sits this non-descript watering hole. There…read morewere patrons inside and out as well as many standing around the bar. I was able to get to the front of the line and order their burger that I was told was one of the best. I grabbed a beer as well because it was one of those days ya know! I took my number sign and found some space next to a couple playing card games on a bench inside. They had a self serve icewater area that I was able to fill up my water bottle. I was also able to grab some ketchup to enjoy those fries. My burger and fries was delivered and there were more fries than expected. I focused on those first because who like cold fries, right??? The fries were actually pretty good, an above average standard French fry with salt. The burger however was phenomenal. There was an amazing crust on the outside reminiscent of a backyard bbq. There was ample bacon, lettuce, cheese and sauce to make it a balanced bite. The bun was high end brioche style, they really went all out on quality of ingredients. A standard burger build but done perfectly! Beer was cold, food was great and the ambiance is a perfect local bar. Great spot to go if you don't mind hunting for a parking space.

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    OLD OLD MENU: Vegetable Rice & half a Turkey & Swiss Panini
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    Sellands Neighborhood Cafe and Bar

    Sellands Neighborhood Cafe and Bar

    3.7
    (676 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Good food, great service…read more Everyone here is super friendly. I wish they would bring back the "crispy'" option for their pizzas

    I come pretty regularly to Sellands and I love the cafeteria style vibe and open seating. However,…read moreafter my experience this past Tuesday, I will not be ordering their hot food combo again. My friend and I ordered the classic meatballs, Mac and cheese, and cabbage and cauliflower. The server brought the food and an extra plate I requested. The food was room temperature/lukewarm when we received it. Classic meatballs: flavor and texture was good, aside from it not being warm Mac and cheese: flavor was okay, texture was a bit grainy, didn't have a strong cheese flavor and the breadcrumbs weren't crispy cabbage and cauliflower: I thought this would be good because the casserole dish in the display was almost empty, but had too much butter for my liking and was under salted The value of the food portion was good; both me and my friend were too full for dessert after eating the hot food combo. However, later in the day, I felt really unwell and ended up vomiting all of my food and running a fever. My friend felt sick to her stomach as well. Given that we shared the same meal from Sellands and both felt unwell after it, I was very disappointed about this experience.

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    Selland's Market Café offers high-quality, handcrafted foods - entrées, sides, sandwiches, salads, soups, pizzas and desserts.
    Selland's Market Café offers high-quality, handcrafted foods - entrées, sides, sandwiches, salads, soups, pizzas and desserts.
    Mixed Greens Salad with Strawberries, Goat Cheese and Almonds

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    Jack's Urban Eats

    Jack's Urban Eats

    3.3
    (842 reviews)
    4.8 mi
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    This is the second time we have been to Jacks. The first time was in Midtown. This location is…read morebigger and has more seating. It is a counter order style restaurant. When we walked up to the counter we were greeted by the cashier and we were asked if we had any questions. We did not and so we placed our order and paid and was given a number for our table. The fries came out first and we were looking forward to them but sadly they were lukewarm and soft. I wished they were hotter and more crunchy. I had the Blackened Salmon Cobb salad and it was so refreshing and delicious. You cant tell from the photo but the salad did have avocado, blue cheese, tomato, egg, grilled corn, pickled radish, green onion, and lemon-herb vinaigrette. It was at the bottom of the bowl which kind of made it hard to mix. I wish it was on top of the romaine. My husband said the tri tip was good. The bread was fresh and the meat was perfectly flavored!

    I've eaten at Jack's Urban Eats before, but this experience completely ruined it for me…read more I found a piece of plastic in my mac & cheese. Not hair. Not something questionable. Actual plastic. That alone is bad enough, but the customer service somehow made it worse. Before I even went back to the store to ask for a refund, I called several times and was put on hold for a very long time, with no one actually helping me. That should've been my first red flag. When I did go back in person, all they could offer was a refund--no genuine apology, no concern, no effort to make it right. Finding plastic in your food is a serious issue, and they treated it like I was just unhappy with the taste. Between the plastic in my food, the long hold times, and the complete lack of customer service, I won't be coming back. Mistakes happen, but how you handle them matters--and Jack's completely dropped the ball.

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    Haven't been at this location in forever.  So busy!

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    Haven't been at this location in forever. So busy!

    Aiona - mediterranean - Updated July 2026

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