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    Darling Aviary

    4.2 (849 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Burgers
    Open 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Britanee W.

    Darling Aviary in Sacramento was a great experience. I had the espresso martini and the Classic Tweeter Burger w/fried egg, and both were excellent. The rooftop had great vibes, the staff was welcoming, and it made for an enjoyable afternoon.

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    Adria J.

    Drinks were amazing! DJ was fire! Nice spot to hang at after work. It was my first day one will definitely be back! Service was great as well. Mixed crowd nice vibes!

    Lili M.

    Absolutely love coming here for a night out to sit outside on the rooftop. Darling Aviary is right across from DOCO next to a strips of other bars and restaurants, making it an easy spot to stay or end your night at. The inside is so beautiful, has bar and table/booth seating, and a Photo Booth! Upstairs is pretty spacious with bar and high top seating, and both upstairs and downstairs have areas for the djs. Recently came with my friend after dinner and it was pretty empty downstairs and everyone was upstairs. The bartenders were friendly and the drinks were delicious! I would definitely recommend checking this place out if you haven't already.

    Julia A.

    Fish tacos were a 6/10 and the shrimp dish was a solid 10/10. I had the Sangria and it was truly horrible. Service was extremely slow with mediocre enthusiasm. the woman behind the bar was forgetful and melancholy. I didn't enjoy the service aspect of my experience. the decor downstairs is outstanding it has this sort of gothic feel to it. great ambiance. upstairs is just as amazing, beautiful surrounding architecture and view. very unique. Vegan and dairy free options are limited.

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    Christian A.

    Start by saying great drinks!! This place is really nice! Had a great vibe and lighting, the seats were pretty plentiful. They do offer a rooftop bar but it was raining so will be returning for that when it opens. Was told that's the main attraction of the place. Bartenders were great! Had a couple questions about the menu a they were very friendly and helpful in finding a good drink. Full bar so they can make whatever you'd like not necessarily on the menu But their menu drinks are pretty unique so recommend trying one or two for yourself This bar all has a full menu for food Surprisingly great food! Forgot to take a picture because it got devoured immediately but that's a good problem to have. Lots of options for everyone to enjoy The portions are bigger so good for groups to share like the fries. As you'd expect for bar food But had great presentation Went on a Friday night and it gets pretty lively in there the later it gets. Also they have a DJ that comes in to play music, which is nice. All in all Great food Great service Great drinks Will absolutely be returning!

    Jordan M.

    I absolutely adore the ambiance and outdoor aspect of the Darling Aviary. I think the decor is so beautiful, colorful, and inviting. The upstairs is so cute and the seating is nice and abundant. The drinks are delicious. I got a lovely floraly drink. I haven't tried the food but I would love to come back and try it out! The service is excellent. My bartender was great! She was attentive and helpful with the drinks. I would definitely recommend coming by!

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    Joseph D.

    Went to Darling Aviary Rooftop Bar for the first time to celebrate a friends birthday. The ambiance and the setup was top notch especially on a beautiful day. The food was okay, my loco moco was on the saltier side while my girlfriend's breakfast burger was pretty tasty. The green goddess dip was okay as the zest was overwhelming the rest of the dip, we ended up not being able to finish that. In terms of service they seemed understaffed having only server for the whole patio, we had to constantly try to track them down both to order and to pay the bill. All in all the ambiance is what carries this place along with the drinks. Maybe the dinner menu is better but that will have to wait until my next trip to Sacramento.

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    C.W. G.

    First visit won't be our last. Great view, creative cocktails, fun menu. Staff is friendly. Great Friday date night vibe.

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    Katie Y.

    Came here for the rooftop happy hour experience, however I can imagine this place gets turned up late at night. The bar itself downstairs is really unique looking and beautiful. There is a semi-large rooftop with lots of family style seating. We got here around 4 on a holiday Friday. Surprisingly the rooftop was really empty and we opted for a seat at the bar. The rooftop does have some shade available for the tables. The happy hour drink menu is great for typical drinks (beer, wine, seltzers). I wouldn't say you have a lot of "normal" options for mixed cocktails if you're into that. Someone next to us did order one of the Odd Bird specials and sent it back so I'm really not sure if that would appeal to most. Neither of us tried a mixed drink, but stuck with standard draft beer and Long Drink. We did order two sandwiches off the menu. They were full size, however I wasn't impressed with the chicken. I expected a large single chick patty and this was multiple small pieces which ended up being mostly breading or extra fried edges. The burger was a better options. Lots of people had the fries around us which looked great (sadly didn't try) Regardless it was just nice to be outside on a beautiful day. They did have a TV at the bar which they changed to the basketball game for us from the bird channel lol There is a DJ booth upstairs so I imagine it can get pretty loud up there later in the evening.

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    Angel P.

    Love me a rooftop outdoor spot with a DJ who plays good music. Wish I remembered their name. Food was good and drinks were BOMB. Everything was received promptly and it was such a fun evening.

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    Jake R.

    All around great spot to go to. Very unassuming from the outside. While I was in Sacramento I was looking for a rooftop spot with good vibes and I found it! This is a great spot for brunch, with a good rooftop view and a DJ set up for Sunday. The downstairs indoor bar wasn't open when I was there but I'm sure it's a vibe. Aviary themed on the inside and out. The upstairs/patio bar area has enough room to walk around and find some solid seating. While I was there the bartenders were attentive and hooked me up with the booze that I needed. I didn't have a chance to try the menu food but I hear it's pretty great as well. I just ordered an avocado and eggs over easy to nurse the hangover and they both came out super solid. I'll be back next time I'm in town. Thanks Darling Aviary.

    Lisa W.

    What a fabulous time my daughter and I enjoyed while having lunch & cocktails here! The vibe is quite chill with a very cool interior and exterior. Our server Jamie could not have been any nicer. She has an adorable personality with plenty of smiles and made some great cocktail recommendations for us. Their "Lady Bird" aka a Hugo Spritz was divine. A little too much ice so finished quickly but quite good. The Brussels sprouts were delicious as were the Tater Tots (perfectly crispy). The Cole slaw fell short with absolutely zero flavor- the most bland I've ever tried. The rooftop bar/cade offers beautiful views. The bouncer should aim to be a little less serious- no eye contact and robotic greeting (room for improvement). That being said, if you crave a swell time at a hip location with superb service & cocktail, this is the place to try!

    Frank D.

    My friend and I decided to go get something to eat after a protest we had attended earlier in the day. We saw this place and decided to give it a try. They have outside seating upstairs and it was a vibe. Lots of different types of people moving to this place which made it feel great. The food was delicious although we only ordered fries and Brussels sprouts. The Brussels sprouts were so damn good. I could not stop eating them and I am a fries kind of guy. They had really great delicious drink options as well. It gets very busy here for sure. Luckily we got here early on but after a while, there were long lines to ge to the bar. Do yourself a favor and try this place!

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    2 years ago

    This is a very upbeat and fun establishment. Definitely for the age group of 21 - 35. The Dj was GREAT!

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    Hey Monica, thanks for your awesome review! Come see us again soon!

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    2 years ago

    Eric was awesome! First day on the job and he is phenomenal! Great hospitality! Chill vibe and a DJ upstairs!

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    Hey Brad, thanks for your 5-star review! Come see us again soon!

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    2 years ago

    Jack was very helpful and recommended some really yummy snacks. Highly recommend! 10/10

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    3 years ago

    Great brunch. Food was awesome, ambience was great. Our server Cesar was very sweet. Will definitely return!!!

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    3 years ago

    If you want a great place to hang out, Darling Aviary is the place!! Curly fries and that ginger beer was the bomb!!

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    3 years ago

    El ambiente estaba bien. El DJ fue increíble. Los hipsters estaban auténticamente molestos.

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    3 years ago

    Amazing drinks, good vibes, and friendly bar tender! The bar is Designed so cute and unique!

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    2 years ago

    Terry is awesome and makes the best drinks. Her personality shines through the roof and is always a good time.

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    2 years ago

    Terry and Chris are the best! We love it here, great vibes:) definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a rooftop bar.

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    2 years ago

    Love Darling Aviary!! Visit Marcos and the whole team for on the spot one of a kind cocktails! And the views, WOW! A whole work of art.

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    Thanks for your awesome review Maya!

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    2 years ago

    KO is the best! Had my birthday here and everything was so smooth and such a good time. We love coming here when we're downtown!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing drinks, food, ambiance and service! One of the best happy hours in downtown Sacramento. Will definitely be back.

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    2 years ago

    OMG, the rooftop is amazing! The service was excellent, and that chicken sandwich was so delicious!!

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    2 years ago

    Love this place! Hosted a roof top event and it was great! Amazing food and drinks as well employees

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    2 years ago

    Mari is full of life energy and a great bartender!!! Come see her!!! No matter the day of the week! she made my birthdays worth while!!!

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    Thanks for your awesome review Yolanda!

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    Chelsea was awesome !! Super fast and attentive. Great spirit also the DJ played great oldies! My favorite

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    2 years ago

    Chris at the bar made the best drinks and was so nice. Salad was delicious too. DJ Franchise curated an amazing vibe. Stayed till closing!

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    Mari was an amazing bartender! Extremely friendly, attentive and had great energy. 10/10 environment as well

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    Thanks for your awesome review Lyah!

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    Is there an elevator to get to the rooftop?

    Yes

    What are the hours for brunch?

    Sat- sun . 11am to 3pm

    Is the rooftop open on weekdays?

    Yes, unless they are holding private event on the rooftop.

    Is it 21 and up only?

    Yes it's a bar must be 21 they check ID before entering

    Do they allow dogs?

    No. It's a night life type setting. You have to walk through their indoor bar and take an elevator up to the rooftop bar. I wouldn't want my dog there. It's tight on the rooftop.

    Do you need to be 21 to eat dinner in there?

    Yes

    With a larger group, are we able to order individually at the bar?

    Yes you can

    Do they serve brunch on Sunday's?

    Yes it's delicious

    Is the rooftop bar wheelchair accessible?

    Yes. There is an elevator that takes you to the top, and the bar is low-enough for you to go straight to the bar.

    Do you have to have a reservation to be seated?

    No. It's walk in only. First come first served. They do not take reservations.

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