Every time we visit, we are graced with similarly wonderful experiences-…read more The food is creatively designed, thoughtfully prepared and so very delicious!!! The staff impress equally with the level of focus on perfecting the customer enjoyment.

Frog & Slim is definitely worth a visit if you're in Sacramento!…read moreWe parked on the street about a block away, which wasn't a bad walk at all. We went on a Saturday night, and the restaurant was pretty busy, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. From the appetizers to the entrées and dessert, every dish was absolutely delicious. We especially loved the bruschetta and the Kobe beef carpaccio. The deviled eggs were also a great starter. For our entrées, the ribeye was cooked perfectly and incredibly flavorful, and the Wagyu burger was just as tasty. We wrapped up the meal with the bread pudding and crème brûlée, and both desserts were the perfect sweet ending to an amazing dinner.

We ordered appetizers: olives and deviled eggs. Both were full of flavor…read more Main entrees: flank steak, pork shoulder rigatoni. Delicious! Perfectly cooked. Dessert: peaches and cream so good. Highly recommend this place you will not be disappointed.

Service: 000 Stars. We arrived at 12:05pm on 6/19/26 for lunch for a party of two in the middle of…read morethe restaurant. 2 parties outside dining, 4 patrons at the bar and 2 other tables- 2 top and 6 top. We were seated ASAP and asked still or sparkling h20. The water was brought immediately. We proceeded to then watch for the next 20 minutes as the gentleman in the black button down whom I assume is the manager; manage the pass and the bartender attend to the folks at the bar. No one came by to inquire were we ready to order or a we will be right with you. Silence and people passing us by. I walked up to the bartender with the strawberry curly hair with glasses letting them know we are leaving after lack of service or attention. I am a fan of Hawk's and a lover of their food and you can see in my reviews as a Yelper I am honest. Hawk's as Michelin recognized restaurant in Sacramento, DO better as you are rated for food and SERVICE. You lost a loyal patron after 20 minutes of zero service.

amazing. brought my bitch husband here to divorce him, server was very kind. food and ambiance were…read moreall splendid.

I've eaten at Iron Horse Tavern several times over the years, but this review is dedicated to one…read moreof the most underrated items on their menu... the beignets! As someone who grew up enjoying Southern comfort food, I can honestly say these are some of the best beignets you'll find in the Sacramento area. They're huge, light, fluffy, served warm, and covered in the perfect amount of powdered sugar. They're always fresh, and every bite reminds me why I keep coming back. My daughter absolutely loves them too! She goes back and forth between these and Huckleberry's, but for me, Iron Horse Tavern takes the win. This time we ordered through DoorDash, along with a side of chicken, a bag of fries, and--if you know, you know--TWO sides of their amazing Sriracha cream cheese. Trust me... one isn't enough! Food: Outstanding. The beignets were the highlight, but everything was fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. It's nice finding a restaurant that consistently delivers quality whether you're dining in or ordering takeout. Service: Everything arrived perfectly packaged, neatly organized, and exactly as ordered. Nothing was forgotten, nothing spilled, and I even loved the thoughtful touch of the bag being labeled with my name. Little details like that make a difference. Ambiance: I've dined inside several times, and Iron Horse Tavern has one of my favorite atmospheres in Sacramento. Located in the historic R Street District, the restaurant blends modern industrial style with warm, inviting décor that pays tribute to the area's railroad history. Whether you're stopping in for brunch, dinner, or cocktails, it's a place that's lively without feeling overwhelming. If you've never tried the beignets here, you're missing out. Sacramento doesn't have many places serving authentic-style beignets, and Iron Horse Tavern has definitely earned a spot at the top of my list. I'll absolutely be back... probably sooner than I should!

Went for my birthday dinner. All of the staff was amazing and very attentive (our water cups were…read moreconstantly being filled)! Our waitress told us how the menu worked and prioritized dishes to the table based on timing and items complementary to each other. This is a restaurant that focuses on seasonal items so the menu is constantly changing. When we looked online prior to our reservation, we had a few items in mind to get which were unfortunately no longer available when we arrived. For drinks we had the Sassenach and Tea Time. The Sassenach was very lemon forward. Much more lemon than passion fruit. It had a wonderful sweet and tart balance and was not too sweet. Would definitely order again! Extremely smooth. The Tea Time was delicious as well. It had a light smokiness to it and a thicker viscosity from the syrup they used, which had a wonderful mouthfeel. The Grilled Half Moon Bay Artichoke was wonderfully cooked. The dipping sauce had a nice spiciness to it. I liked the addition of the corn chips for a bit of texture. The Roasted Heirloom Carrot Salad was very tasty. I would say it was more of a side dish than salad. The puree was a nice compliment to the citrusy vinaigrette and was velvety smooth. The Smashed Sifra Potatoes were fantastic with the Tomahawk Ribeye. I only wish there were more! I enjoyed the addition of the tempura chickpeas for texture. Lastly was the 48 oz Tomahawk Ribeye. They told us it would take approximately 45 minutes so all of our side dishes, except for the potatoes arrived prior to the steak. It didn't end up taking as long as expected and I wish the carrots would've come out with the ribeye, but I don't think there would have been room at our 2 person table. They recommended the ribeye be cooked medium rare, so that's what we did and it was perfectly cooked. The meat was very flavorful and melted in your mouth. Would definitely go back again. The food was delicious and it had a great ambiance.

For Caroline's last night in Sacramento, we went to Canon. They had fresh herbs outside the…read morerestaurant which was very appropriate for a farm to table restaurant. We smelled some fresh thyme on the way in. Inside the restaurant is very aesthetic. I absolutely loved that their menu showed the glass that the cocktail came in. This is my ideal cocktail menu. For my first beverage of the evening, I had the First born made with tequila, damiana, pineapple, strega, and lemon. It was a perfect cocktail in my opinion. The ingredients all worked so well together. This was a perfect glass choice.  From the quick bites section, the pickles were an obvious choice. There was their take on a traditional pickle. It wasn't super dill forward, but it was a solid pickle. The pickled beets were wonderful. I love beets, and these golden ones were no different. Lastly, the pickled squash that they made in a bread and butter version. It was a subtle bread and butter, which was good because normally I do not like bread and butter. I really enjoyed this plate.  I know a cab isn't normally the wine of choice with fish, but I wanted a cab, so that is what I got. Specifically, the Cabernet Sauvignon from Rama (2020) in Napa Valley. It was a nice glass of wine, but I wish it was in a better glass.

I actually loved this place. It was my first time visiting the other day. We went for my friends…read moregraduation and they graciously sat our large party of eight together. We really appreciated the fact they sat us together. I ordered a few oysters and oh my goodness were they delicious! Absolutely divine. I loved the brine around the oyster such a delicious treat. I highly recommend them. I also had a chambong which was easier to throw back than I expected. I throughly enjoyed the experience. I highly recommend this establishment for a girls night. I feel like it totally has that vibe. The happy hour has phenomenal deals and goes until 6:00 pm! Definitely will be back!

Five of us had reservations for 7pm on Saturday night. Admittedly, the service started out rough as…read morethey were understaffed and no one at the hostess desk. My mother-in-law went to find a staff person and they pointed us to a table with a reserved sign. It took awhile before our table was acknowledged, but we did eventually receive menus and have our drink orders taken. This certainly isn't a place to eat when you're in a hurry. Again, there was a lag between our drinks being ordered and coming out to the table. The cocktails themselves were very enjoyable and well crafted. The drinks and some appetizers held us over until dinner came out. Overall, the food turned out to be worth the wait! That was a pleasant surprise after the service started out so roughly. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals, and that was enough to bring this dinner up from a 3 to a 4 star experience! I really hope they're able to hire in more staff because they serve some great food and beverages.

I have friends in the Sacramento area that have always touted the concept of "farm to fork" in that…read morethe region's farms are the direct source for so many restaurants. We decided for our last night all together we would pick a highly rated one for a special meal. Magpie Cafe right in downtown fit the bill and we were thoroughly impressed by everything. We ordered just about every special plus many other dishes, some multiple, from appetizers through to desserts. It's in a beautiful area of the city, open to the street and green park. We opted to sit outside as it was a lovely evening. The beer menu had some regional favorites, all small and well chosen. For food we went all out, and I'll let the photos speak for themselves. Everything was so colorful and presented beautifully. Highlights were the pickles, fried asparagus, anchovies, and croquettes. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable about our dishes, she added to the experience. If you're in the area, this restaurant is worth a stop. They even have a cafe in the airport!

For my last supper in Sacramento, Sam and I went to Magpie. It's always on OPEN TABLE. We sat…read moreoutside, and the weather was perfect. We both had the strawberry lemon basil fizz. The drink contained gin, strawberry syrup, and fresh lemon basil. It was light and refreshing and the perfect spring summer drink. Then we had the baby eggplant which was marinated in a soy glaze. It also had some sort of peanut sauce base. This was a delightful bite. Both of us were very impressed. The presentation was gorgeous. Clearly still on my eggplant craze. One of the reasons we went to Magpie was for the trout dip. In a shocking turn of events, they didn't have it. I think it was an old menu. Maybe their winter menu. This was a bummer. Instead, they had a salmon dip. We got that, and I wish it was more flavorful/smokey. Normally, I'm not a smokey seasoning person, but I think it goes nicely with fish. The chips though were really good. I love a kettle chip. I thought they would be thicker, since the dip was thicker. I'm glad they served the dip with the spoon. We also had the stone fruit salad. I was shocked it didn't come with a cheese, but after I tasted it, the creamy yogurt successfully filled that void. Once again, the plating was gorgeous. I think the peaches were good, but I can tell that later in the summer, these peaches will be even more delectable. I think the pistachios were an excellent choice to this salad. For my main course, I had the painted hills flat iron steak with a Chimichurri sauce and crispy smashed potatoes. The steak was well cooked, and with the seasoning of the chimichurri, it was a delightful bite. Sam had the gnocchi with pesto and fresh tomatoes. The gnocchi was fluffy. Both she and I thought that the pesto was good, but we both wish that we wish there was more of it. I love pesto though, so I am always going to think that. It came in dollops, rather than mixed in, so I think that was part of the problem. We also had to get dessert. I had the ice cream sandwiches. They were made with lemon thyme shortbread cookies with vanilla Guenther's Ice Cream. I wish it was a stronger vanilla taste or a flavored ice cream. The cookies were too good though. Sam had the lavender panna cotta. Normally I am not a huge panna cotta fan, but this one was delicious. It had such a strong lavender taste, in a good way. It kind of tasted like I was eating lotion because of the thickness of the panna cotta with the lavender flavor.

Beautiful place, delicious food, great staff and top notch service!…read more They have something for everyone from adults to kiddos. My kids personally love the pizza and the pasta. Would definitely recommend

Pretty low end breakfast. I am of a mind that any cook who…read morehears "over easy" and delivers BURNT! Should be fired for gross incompetence! The cook here is what we call a burner. Meaning he overcooks everything! The eggs were burnt and so were the potatoes. There was no seasoning on the potatoes, but they were edible. The eggs were not so I sent them back. They offered to remake them, but I won't give an incompetent cook a second chance to screw it up. The other big offense in a kitchen is improperly seasoning the food. They have deviled eggs with bacon crumbles on top, but they whipped something really offensive into the egg yolk filling. It was gross. I'll try lunch or supper here, but with breakfast so horribly screwed up, it doesn't look promising. Service was excellent in spite of the revolting food.

Service: 10/5 (love Al, our bartender) Ambience: 10/5…read more Most importantly, love this lamp at the bar. This is the best corner spot in Sac!

I've been here on several occasions for a quick drink before or after a meal in Sac. I haven't had…read morea chance to dine in but I did try the smoked trout dip last time I was there and enjoyed it as an appetizer. The chips they served alongside it were tasty and very crisp! The service is always good here, they give you your space to chat but waters are always full and they come by often to check on you. I love that I haven't had to wait to be seated even thought I've always been a walk in. I've tried a variety of cocktails here all of them have been good. Tequila, dirty martini, and a whiskey cocktail from their menu have all been enjoyable. I only wish the martini olives were stuffed with blue cheese and that they served you more than one.