Cancel

Open app

Search

Cafe Bernardo

3.6 (295 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

Cafe Bernardo Photos

Business Info

CAFE BERNARDO ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Trendy
Classy

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Cafe Bernardo

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Menu - BEWARE, this restaurant is one that adds a "surcharge. "
Kaylyn S.

We found the service and ambiance to be pleasant. Our order arrived in a fair amount of time and as ordered. While we enjoyed our visit, we won't be back because this restaurant is one that sneaks in an extra service charge.

Ambiance
Karen A.

We at lunch at the busy Cafe Bernardo inside the Fort Sutter hotel. We were greeted by the bartender as soon as we entered the space and told we could sit anywhere we chose. We were served immediately and given menus. We ordered and our food arrived in a timely manner and as ordered. Hubs ordered a Point Reyes blue cheese burger with caramelized onions and a mixed green salad. It was a 1/2 lb burger and hubs said it was very good. I ordered a Niman Ranch Ham and Gruyere grilled sandwich on sourdough, served with dijonnaise and caramelized onions. This was delish and large. Really could have been shared. The atmosphere in the restaurant was cute modern casual. It felt hip even in the hotel lobby. Overall, this was a good find. I would eat here again.

No a Ranch Burger.  Grilled salmon salad
Mike L.

Our meals were delicious, prepared well. We had a Niman Ranch burger which was tasty, though quite small, a mushroom salad and a delicious salmon salad. Prices are very reasonable and service was fast and friendly. We ate indoors which had a nice, airy vibe. Outdoor sidewalk dining space was busy, also with a fun, city vibe. We'd return for sure, especially prior to a show at the Sofia!

Avocado Toast
Jordan M.

We stopped by Cafe Bernardo after running a morning 5k. My mother and I each got avocado toast, one with egg and one without. My husband got a breakfast burrito. All of us really enjoyed our meals. The food is definitely delicious. I had no idea this location was a part of a hotel, so that was interesting! The restroom is in the hotel side of the building. The service was great, everything came out fast and correctly. I would definitely come back!

Alyssa B.

Love this particular location. It is near sutter which is great if you have a loved one who is staying at that hospital. Just a cute little 5 minute walk. Ambience is a 5/5 al fresco dining. Food is also great! Especially for brunch I couldn't decide without ordering everything. Also, food came quickly and service is great. 5/5 all over.

Salmon Burger
Carly C.

This was such a lovely place. The staff and management were so nice and friendly. I ordered the salmon burger which was delicious and the sweet potato fries were crispy and wonderful. It is a little pricey but it was good. I would definitely recommend for a nice lunch.

Bacon Avocado Omelette
Douglas Y.

I didn't know this location existed but it is a great location. They open at 7am which coincides with the start of surgeries across the street at Sutter. The place is pretty big with various types of seating and a large patio. I had the bacon avocado omelette $16 and a coffee. The food was fresh and tasty. Nothing special but after waking up at 4:30am for patient drop off the food hit the spot. I saw lots of Sutter staff meeting here. If you need a spot for a bite and a place to chill while waiting for a loved one Cafe Bernardo is perfect.

Exterior walls open
Anthony A.

Weekend brunch date found us looking for somewhere new and fun, specifically somewhere we could enjoy the food and nice weather! My partner recommended this place, and so we headed out. You walk up to the register first to place your order, then grab your number and find a table to your liking. I really enjoyed that freedom and there was hardly no wait. The customer service was very friendly, we explained it was our first time. They recommended some items and answered any questions. I wound up getting a bacon avocado omelet with fresh fruit and an Arnold Palmer. My date has the eggs Benedict with fresh fruit as well. Both of us really enjoyed our meals and our drinks. There was lots of flavor and fresh ingredients! Tip some drinks do come with a free refill; arnold Palmer, but you have to go back to the register to ask for it. We really enjoyed our meals, drinks and time there. Will for sure be back and thank you for a nice brunch experience.

Two egg breakfast with fruit substitute
Jason N.

Overall? A pretty solid breakfast spot. The ambiance is a standout, the blend of indoor and outdoor seating feels intentional and well designed, perfect for a relaxed start to the day. The menu leans slightly eclectic but stays grounded in the breakfast staples, which we appreciated. Ordering at the counter is a plus as it saves time and keeps things moving. No issues with the service Parking? Street parking mainly, though since it's attached to a hotel, there may be additional options for guests We had: Two Egg Breakfast (3.5/5): Presentation was clean and inviting, but execution was hit or miss. My eggs were slightly overdone with crisped edges, taking away from what could've been a simple, well prepared plate. Toast had a good crunch but lacked depth, no real flavor standout. The fruit preserves were a pleasant surprise and added a bright, fresh note. Bacon was decent, cooked well, though it could've used more of that rich, savory fat to bring it home Single Pancake with a Side of Scrambled Eggs (4.5/5): My daughter's dish, but I snuck a few bites, and it was good. The pancake was light and airy, with just enough sweetness and a nice golden finish. The eggs were soft-scrambled with a creamy, buttery texture that showed a bit more finesse

Grilled Salmon with white beans and broccolini
Julie S.

I went with my wife and friends last night to enjoy a meal and cocktail before our show at The Sophia. We sat in the bar area of the hotel as it was festive for Christmas. Service was great and attentive. My salmon dish has been amazing the last few times that I have ordered it. I always ask for no salt and it works out perfectly. The quality of the food you get for the price is great. Their main dishes/ big plates are under $30 which I think nowadays is rare. Paragary's restaurants have a reward program so if you dine frequently, it's worth signing up.

French fries
Susan B.

Came here for lunch since it was near Sutter Hospital. Order at the counter and grab your own seat. Self serve water station available for dine in customers. My sister ordered the grilled salmon salad and I ordered Thai noodle salad with a side of fries. Both salads were heavy with the salt. Too salty. Besides the saltiness, the tastes were pretty good. Nice presentation. Service was quick.

Chai latte and iced coffee
Shannon C.

We came for lunch on a Friday. There was both indoor and outdoor seating. Inside was very clean and modern. It was a beautiful day so we sat outside. You order before sitting down. The food came out quickly and was pretty tasty. I also really enjoyed the chai latte.

Malikah H.

Whew talk about a long awaited review. Our Server Julian was fabulous. My partner in crime and I decided to head over to this spot close to our homes and were pleasantly surprised by the selection. We ordered Turkey burger Habanero burger and a couple of cocktails to enjoy the afternoon and we were happy to report this place got an A rating. The service was great and the food for the price was superb

Brioche French Toast v

See all

1 month ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 2
Love this 1
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Kaylyn S.
630
732
781

1 month ago

Helpful 6
Thanks 3
Love this 3
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 1

7 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 2
Love this 2
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 14
Thanks 3
Love this 10
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 3
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 4
Oh no 0
Photo of Ka'Neki M.
152
305
244

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 3
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Hector R.
52
50
82

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Blaine B.
280
11
2

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 2

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Julia R.
0
37
216

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of J P.
0
21
12

9 months ago

If you're looking for green Pozole on a cold day, please do yourself a favor and come here! You will not be disappointed!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Flora Z.
5
327
733

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1
Photo of Sou S.
231
8
1547

10 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 2
Love this 5
Oh no 0

Page 1 of 8

Ask the Community - Cafe Bernardo

Are dinner plates still served here? Or is it now just breakfasts, sandwiches, and salads? I saw items like Stroganoff, Flat Iron Steak, and Grilled Salmon on older menu photos (2021?) but not on newer photos. Are these things still offered?

Is there Happy Hour?

Not yet. However, Four Palms (the bar at the hotel) does offer a bar bites menu at 5pm. I'm usually there for lunch, so I haven't experienced it yet, but when I looked at it, it sounded pretty good.

Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

You might also consider

Magpie Cafe

Magpie Cafe

4.3
(770 reviews)
0.9 mi
•$$
Locally owned & operated
Women-owned & operated

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.

Photos
Magpie Cafe
Plates at bar
Plates at bar
Fritto

See all

Fritto
Cafeteria 15L

Cafeteria 15L

3.9
(4k reviews)
1.0 mi
•$$

Our server was very friendly and the food was fantastic. My picky niece said the Mac and cheese…read morewas the best she ever had and the hamburger I got was excellent. Wonderfully cooked and it was tender. The premium price for the hamburger was worth it. The chicken sandwich my nephew had was fantastic and he was a huge fan of the s'mores. Everyone in our party enjoyed what they had. Highly recommend

Was in Sac for a concert and stopped by Cafeteria 15L for their happy hour. The place is huge with…read moreoutdoor and indoor seating. The happy hour prices were reasonable and had so many great options. Can't say for certain about the parking situation because it was a close walk from our hotel. We ordered 2 mocktails, the watermelon sugar and basil berry fizz. Both drinks were super sugary and tart, which I ended up diluting with water. Still refreshing and tasty, but I think it was a bit overkill on sugar. For our mains, we tried the rigatoni bolognese, trio of fries, and chicken tenders. All food and drinks for under $50! The portions were massive, especially the trio of fries, which I was not expecting. The sweet potato fries were a bit soggy compared to the other 2, which were significantly crispier. The chicken tenders were ok and probably the least exciting thing we ordered haha. On the other hand, the bolognese was by far the standout! Flavorful, rich, creamy and the cheese pull from the pasta was to die for. Our server was super cool and patient with us, as it was our first time coming here. Totally recommend checking this place out with a group of friends to enjoy happy hour.

Photos
Inside dining area
Inside dining area
Cafeteria 15L
Cafeteria 15L
Brick Chicken

See all

Brick Chicken
Ella Dining Room and Bar

Ella Dining Room and Bar

4.1
(2.3k reviews)
1.2 mi
•$$$
Available by appointment
Romantic vibe

Yesterday, I visited Ella Dining Room and Bar in Downtown Sacramento for the first time, and the…read moreexperience was exceptional. Ella is an upscale restaurant with a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. I felt perfectly at ease wearing shorts and a polo, which speaks to how approachable the space is despite its refined reputation. Although I didn't order an appetizer, the staff surprised me with a complimentary cup of soup. It was delicious--rich, balanced, and a thoughtful touch that set the tone for the meal. For my main dish, I ordered the Crispy Fried Half Chicken with roasted garlic. It arrived with a small bottle of their house‑made hot sauce and was served in generous cuts: two drumsticks, a wing, and a breast (or thigh). The batter was beautifully flaky without falling apart, and the chicken itself was juicy, tender, and perfectly cooked. The crisp coating practically melted before giving way to a light crunch, and the hot sauce added just the right amount of subtle heat. I enjoyed it so much that I found myself wishing for a dim corner where I could privately eat every piece straight off the bone with my hands. The next time you are in Sacramento, please visit Ella Dining Room and Bar.

Still love dinning at Ella's…read more On the visit, we opted for the seafood paella and the tomahawk. I love all the fresh seafood. The rice was crispy on the bottom, which is what I prefer. This dish was perfect. The tomahawk was good, but not the best I've had. It contained a good amount of fat, which I had to trim off myself. I did enjoy the tenderness of the tomahawk. We will dine in again for another date night occasion.

Photos
Enjoy Sangria and Paella all July at Ella
Enjoy Sangria and Paella all July at Ella
Ella offers numerous versatile spaces for your party or event. Let our catering specialists and staff help plan the perfect event for you.
Ella offers numerous versatile spaces for your party or event. Let our catering specialists and staff help plan the perfect event for you.
Lobster Paella, available all July at Ella

See all

Lobster Paella, available all July at Ella

Cafe Bernardo - burgers - Updated July 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...