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    Mecca Club

    Mecca Club

    4.3
    (50 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $

    Kind of a tucked in sort of place harder to find. I believe they do have street parking…read more Small area, but ample dance floor staff is nice. Drinks are pretty good and the prices is not too bad. It's not the most lively atmosphere, but it is a cool spot to try out

    Although I love the aesthetics associated with a craft cocktail from an upscale bar, I also…read moreappreciate the simplicity behind a stiff adult beverage from a dive bar. Looking to meet up and chat over a couple drinks, I suggested that a friend and I meet at the Mecca Club. When our Lyft driver dropped us off at the establishment (I highly recommend using a ride sharing app when visiting this bar), I honestly couldn't tell if the business was still in operation. The outside sign was not illuminated, and at the time, the two motorcycles parked outside was the only indication of patrons. However, when we opened the back door (it literally felt like entering a secret society club), we were greeted by a friendly employee named Amy, laughter from some folks at the bar, and the sound of tunes coming from the jukebox. We took a seat at the bar, Amy politely requested to see our ID's (this is a silent compliment when you're in your late 30's), and we placed our orders for our first round of margaritas. As Amy concocted our drinks (she really puts love into making each drink), she greeted the patrons that continued to file in. What really stood out about Amy was her ability to not only remember the names of the regular patrons, but also their drink preferences (now that's what I call exceptional customer service). I did not watch Amy make our drinks; therefore, I cannot attest to how many shots she put in each drink. However, I will say that the drinks that are served here are indeed stiff (by no means am I complaining). Hence, why I suggested that you utilize some form of ride sharing if this is your bar of choice. If you're not in the mood to deal with downtown/midtown parking and the increasing prices of cute craft cocktails, I highly recommend checking out Mecca Club...enjoy and please be safe!

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    Delicious margarita courtesy of Amy (bartender)!
    Delicious margarita courtesy of Amy (bartender)!
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    Drake’s: The Barn

    Drake’s: The Barn

    3.8
    (957 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    Would be 5 stars but the parking sucks, first 2hrs free then $50 an hr for event parking. Came for…read moretrivia and every table was reserved, was told by staff we could sit in one area as the reservation was ending at7, then got assaulted by some tomb raider women in nasty manner repeating the signs said reserved til 9 over and over again. Moved to a random spot with no table #, poor waitstaff had no clue where to deliver the food of everyone forced to move. Tomb raider lady gave us no help redirecting the food, screwing over the servers. Then we sit here for the hr of trivia where those tables remained empty. Tomb raider lady do better, you were nasty in your demeanor, maybe offer an apology for the crappy seating situation everywhere. There should be reserved seating for trivia, how bout that?! Update, tomb raider just moved the signs that said reserved. No one sat there. She chased off customers and ruined the staffs flow and pissed everyone off for nothing. Maybe next time wait til the "banquet party" actually shows up.

    This is a good spot if wanting food near Sutter Health Park. It was easy to park at the ballpark,…read morewalk over to Drake's and then to the game. Super convenient! Food was good. It wasn't the best or worst. When you walk up, if you can drink alcohol, you need to show your id and get a wristband. Seating is open but there are cards on the table for reservations. So look closely at it for the time slot so you know if the table is available. Eating is outside. So if you have allergies or weather isn't to your liking, this is NOT the place for you. They have a lot of shade space. However, the infrastructure that brings shade makes the place loud (think echo chamber). To order, there's a QR code on the table. I liked how this was easy. The only odd thing was that when you order, you're ordering from different kitchens, which I didn't know when I placed the order. So when we ordered burgers and pizza. They came out at different times. We ended up getting some BBQ because only the burgers came. When I followed up with someone they said our wait for the pizza could be anywhere from 30-60 mins (). That seemed long for a personal (small) pizza. By the time the pizza came out, we were done with everything else. Pizza was good though, BBQ too. The burgers were okay. It's pretty chaotic here. I would've picked another area to eat but wanted to check it out. I didn't even take photos because we were so hungry by the time the food came. I think this place is more for vibes than food. It's a good place for a group wanting drinks and eats or families needing space for kids to run around. It was just too crowded and loud for my liking.

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    Soy caliente pizza vegan
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    The Midway

    The Midway

    3.9
    (170 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    We had a time, we had a time!!! The vibe was really good. Folks just eating, drinking and having a…read moregrand time. The DJ was dj'ing his tail off. Allllllll the music was good. This one man came in and let me tell you, he brought a party with him and partied the entire time. He as about in his 50s and he danced by himself, he danced with the young and the older. He was a whole entire VIBE. We purchased a table for 4 and paid $100 in advance. We were happily surprised to see that when we arrived we received a complimentary champagne and juice for mimosas! Ok so that's the good stuff. Here is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. We paid in advance for a table howevor, they let the people in first who did not have a ticket or a table, so we and others with tables had to wait until they paid and went in first. That defeats the purpose, in my opinion, of paying in advance. I hope they consider to allow advance payees in first. I mean coupled with the champagne, that would make it a complete VIP experience. The service. They had one young lady on the floor and she was stretched thin. She came to our table and took the order of our 2 friends and walked away. She did not take my and my daughters order. I was like what the heck. She walked to the next 2 tables, who had already had their food and took their drink orders. When I got her attention she was like "I know" and then walked to a third table before coming back to our table. I was flabbergasted to say the least. If they did not automatically put a 20% service fee on the bill, please beleive she would have received a lesser tip for that. I dont know if they were short staffed or what, but that was crazy. Please know your credit card will be required to open a tab. They put a 20% service fee on the bill. There is a $200 minimum spend for each table. Leading with that i will add, the minimum spend would not be a problem except, if you don't drink you are stuck with ordering multiple plates of food. I ended up ordering the fried chicken (3 large wings) and a French toast plate. I dont drink beyond mimosa and they do not offer any non alcoholic options aside from juice...at least from what I saw on the menu. The food... Omg, the fried chicken was lukewarm and had no seasoning on it. We doused it in hot sauce, that is how bland it was. The French toast, while pretty, was cold so I did not eat it. The eggs and potatoes were hot and sufficient. No one at our table finished the chicken. The catfish was good and perfectly seasoned. I wish they had seasoned the chicken the way they seasoned the fish. The table next to us did not finish their fish and grits. The lady told me the grits were subpar. Another lady did not eat her breakfast burrito. One person at our table spoke to someone about the bad service we received and they adjusted our bill so we were not required to meet the $200 table minimum. So that was a good save. Overall I would give 5 stars for the vibe. Music. Complimentary champagne. 1 star for the food. I hope they consider revamping their menu and marinating the chicken overnight in some good spices and frying it to order, even if folks have to wait a bit longer. Lukewarm unseasoned chicken for $15 was disappointing. Would i come again, absolutely. I would eat beforehand and not get a table so I dont have to spend $200. I would drink mimosas and party. I do recommend going because despite the food, the party is a VIBE!

    I dig the set up here: bar in the middle, seating around the sides. There is even seating on the…read morepatio outside! Apparently this used to be a liquor store - there is a large refrigerated area in the back. Came here for lunch and had the drunken noodles. Wow, talk about spicy! While it was very tasty, I had to sip water in-between bites. Tried this spot again for happy hour. Now this is where it's at! They have "train shots" for $3. Yes folks, the train tracks are practically right outside the door. I wanted to buy shots for my staff and thankfully the bar tender just let me get the train shots sans train. It does pass by periodically however. Great vibe and fast service. My coworkers said they want to come back here again. Can you blame them if the boss is treating? LOL.

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    Big Bar!  Open restaurant space!
    Big Bar! Open restaurant space!
    Fish and grits
    Fish and grits
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    Jackrabbit Brewing Company

    Jackrabbit Brewing Company

    4.5
    (179 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    A solid brewery that has been around for 13 years! I'm disappointed in myself for not stopping by…read moresooner! The space is open and large with an inviting atmosphere. Let's start with the barrel aged beers, they were smooth, tasty and they can sneak up on you but I'm a sucker for these when done correctly. The weller was complex in its flavor profile with a bit of that alcohol punch that hits your throat but in the best way. On recommendation from a very friendly and kind worker behind the bar I tried the matcha stout, a lactose stout brewed with matcha. This wasn't on my to try list if I'm being honest but I'm glad I did. It hit the nose with notes of cigar smoke and chocolate and the tongue with a chocolate creamy taste with hints of matcha and vanilla. Last I tired the rice lager which is a staple on a hot summer afternoon. A thirst quencher that slight and goes down easy. Needless to say I will be back and look forward to trying something new next time I visit

    Man this place is a hidden gem! Go check out Jackrabbit Brewing. First time in but definitely will…read morebe back. Great vibe and atmosphere. Sean knows his beer and they have plenty of it. Great customer service, conversation and attentiveness. 5 stars Had a great time and I wish I would've known about this place sooner. If you live in Sacramento especially West Sac, this could be your go to spot

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    Vinyl...an unexpected touch/nice surprise
    Vinyl...an unexpected touch/nice surprise
    Don't have time to enjoy a beer here? That's ok, there's plenty to-go beer! And snacks.
    Don't have time to enjoy a beer here? That's ok, there's plenty to-go beer! And snacks.
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    Birdies

    Birdies

    4.2
    (136 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    Food: 5 Mics Service: (Restaurant of the Year)…read moreAmbiance: 5 Mics Food: We catered through Birdies and it did not disappoint. Carne Asada & Pork Belly Tacos both were tasty but the Pork Belly with the slaw Tacos were truly delectable. The salad they put out was fresh and crisp. I really wanted the burger but since we catered I am going to have to go back to try it out! Service: Above and Beyond. I spent 10 years in restaurant and another 9 in hospitality and the service at Birdies went beyond the mark of service. The one person that brought the vibe, the energy, the smile and made you feel like family...Loren. I kept telling him, I was inspired by him. Loren brought my 50th Celebration to the next level and truly made my friends, family and I feel very special and honored to be celebrating at Birdies. It is because of this experience, I will keep coming back. The bartenders were above and beyond as well. Big Mahalos to the sales team who assisted my wife and made everything easy for her. Ambiance: Clean and modern aesthetics. Half restaurant and bar. Half Golf simulator and outdoor patio. Golf simulator was awesome, my first time ever. Easy to operate, lots of fun games and the analytics were very informative of how bad of golfer I really am. Stop in for a drink, stop in for golf but stop in. Don't pass on this v

    Checked this place out when it first opened. Great way to hit some balls and escape the heat. Lots…read moreof options for games for all ages and levels. You can play major courses virtually, practice, compete, or play games. Service was attentive, I had mainly gone to use the hitting bay. Would be a fun place to come with a group of people and stay for awhile.

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    DJ
    Elote Salad
    Elote Salad
    Bottomless mimosas

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    Bike Dog Brewing Co

    Bike Dog Brewing Co

    4.5
    (256 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    As a huge fan of West Coast IPAs, visiting Bike Dog Brewing Company for the first time felt like…read morefinding beer paradise. They had five different West Coast IPAs on tap, so naturally I had to order a sampler flight. Every pour was crisp, flavorful, and exactly what an IPA lover hopes for. The space itself has a very open and welcoming atmosphere. On the other side of the venue, there was even a wine tasting area for the wine enthusiasts in the group, which made it feel like there was something for everyone. There's plenty of room for kids to run around, a food truck outside for anyone looking for a bite, and an overall laid back environment that makes it easy to spend a few hours there. Great drinks, great atmosphere, and genuinely a fantastic spot for the whole family.

    Hazy IPA : 5 Service: 4…read more Ambiance: 5 We were in town for a soccer tournament and looked to Yelp to find a spot for a midday beer (or two). Suffice it to say, if I lived in Sac I'd be a regular. The space is as a warehouse feeling, beer bar on one side and wine bar on the other. In between their is ample seating, including in high tops and regular tables. There are several picnic tables outside as well. There is also a collection of games that you can borrow and a dartboard. The decor was on point with the vibe of the place. Overall, a great place to come and chill by yourself or to party with friends. It was a pretty slow day, the service was courteous and efficient. I'm a bit biased due to my years in the industry, and then a place like this I would expect bartenders to introduce themselves and have a little banter to try to build up a regulars crowd. I got a hazy, I forgot the name. It had the hoppiness and citrus flavor that was looking for. The rest of my group bloggers and a kolsch. I texted a friend who lives in Sac about this place and it turns out they are regulars there and go to many of their events.

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    West Coast IPA Tasting
    West Coast IPA Tasting
    Bike Dog Brewing Co
    Bike Dog Brewing Co

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