Betty' is a special place - love the wines, people and setup! Definitely feels like SoCal…read moreaesthetics with NorCal vibe Service is chill and on point, staff is happy and friendly - definitely come during the weekday evenings Love European wines - this is the spot!! They have some super amazing varietals you don't find them at BevMo or Total wines. Check it out!

This review is long overdue! I came here with a girlfriend on a weekday to enjoy wine and small…read morebites. We ordered Elle's Chorizo Mac ($19), Warm House Focaccia + Cultured Miso Butter ($7), and Black Garlic Caesar Salad + Marinated Anchovies ($21). The chorizo and miso did not stand out as much as I expected, but the dishes were still good regardless. Their menu featured a "Perfect Pairings" section, allowing you to try suggested food and wine pairings for a discounted price. The staff was very helpful with finding wines to try, especially considering we were not familiar with their varietals. I loved the overall vibe and aesthetic, but unfortunately we kept swatting gnats away from our food/wine - assuming they came from all the lush plants.

I've stopped by this place a couple times for some late afternoon drinks, and it's a nice spot…read more It's located in the same building as Ginger Elizabeth, so parking isn't great, but you can find parking within a block or so of walking. There's metered parking in the street just in front. They have a nice selection of wines and cocktails. Not the most expansive list, but a nicely curated one. Most recently, I tried the Pimms Rangoon (Gin, Ro Pimm's, fresh lemon, ginger, pineapple, fizzy water) and a wine that I can't recall. The cheeze whiz (house made whipped manchego and parm on crostini) is a must-have. The bread is wonderful as well as the cheese and olive. I'm usually not crazy about green olives, but it worked so well with the cheese. I've had tinned sardines in the past, and they were fine... along the lines of a tin of Fishwife. Next time, I'll probably try another bread & cheese dish. I like the kitschy vibe. And, our servers were nice both times I've gone. If I lived a little closer, I'd probably drop by more often, but I'll keep this place in mind when I want a drink and a small snack to go with it (and dessert at Ginger Elizabeth is next door!).

Long overdue review that has been in the drafts our server was Sariyah and the service was…read moreterrible. Came here for our monthly meet up with the girls and not gonna lie this was a disappointment. I have wanted to try this place for so long and it was mid at best. They didn't have a kitchen when I went so their food offerings were extremely limited which I didn't know before coming. The ambiance was great. While the space was small it packed a great punch. I will say our server disappeared and she was very short when she was unavailable. I came, I saw, it's unlikely I'll return given the many options in Sacramento and the surrounding areas. Go for the experience if you choose On the plus side we ended up at the dive bar Golden Bear after for pizza nachos and beer and I have found my new favorite dive bar so I'll call that a win!

Food and drink were good, but why is happy hour smaller portions? isn't the point to get the same…read moreitems but cheaper during happy hour? why is the caprese salad half the size

First time ever coming to this dining establishment. Let me just say, WOW!…read more I came with a coworker who is as wine club member here and told me to come with them to try their food. So I arrived early and sat outside waiting, Adria was my server and she was such a lovely lady who was attentive and asked me how my first time being there is. I ordered the burger with fries, and their hibiscus non alcoholic drink. The drink, FABULOUS! It reminded me of Jamaica (Mexican drink) and it tasted just the same. The burger, MY GOODNESS! It was cooked to perfection, the burger had flavor, leaving me speechless. The ambiance was so cute, and very busy on a Wednesday night when we went to eat. The place overall was really nice, I would def come back to this place forever!

I was just walking around when I saw Hannah put out a sign outside the door upon opening. I had no…read moreidea this place was here and wouldn't have if not for being nosey and seeing the sign be put out. I was in casual walking attire but the place is elevated and welcoming. There are tables with chairs, couches, and a bar with seating. Theres also shelves and a fridge to purchase bottles. Wednesday's you get $10 off bottles I was greeted and well taken care of by Hannah. I sampled two reds and settled on the chilled cab for the evening. Their kitchen is not open during the week so keep that in mind. I am excited to come back and try the bites. The chef came from the Kitchen, so you know it should be good! I greatly appreciate the thought and intention behind sourcing the wines. Organic/regenerative vineyards, small family businesses, and supports women and minority owned too. Excited to continue to support this little hidden gem that should not be so hidden!

I don't drink but went here for an event. The lemonade was delish but expensive and small. The…read moreolives were fantastic. Can't explain it but it feels maga-coded in there. Won't be back bc I don't drink, the vibes felt manufactured, and the parking lot is from hell.

Stopped in after the A's game On a weeknight, still had a…read morereasonable group quietly enjoying adult beverages The had a nice old school hip hop music vibe going, Doesnt appear to have mixed drinks, just beer, wine and some sake.

I found this place on TikTok randomly and thought it was so cool that the aesthetic revolved around…read morea record so of course my friend and I went to check it out! We went on a Wednesday night around 8 PM, it was really chill and there were a few people here and there. They also have an upstairs seating area, which is nice and cozy as well! Service was nice and attentive, when we walked in, we were given a menu about what drinks were being served and we were given a quick overview on the days throughout the week and what events are being held in what music is being played, which is really cool! We were also told they do have a record day where you can come in and bring your own vinyl and they will play it along with other records that customers bring which is so fun! Overall, the place is super small and cozy, great aesthetic and it is in downtown so there isn't a dedicated parking lot.

The Rind has the best grilled cheeses and Mac and cheese in Sacramento…read more Seating can be hard but the music is always amazing and the servers always recommend a great wine pairing with whatever you order!

Location is small and menu is small as well…read more Sat outside but it quickly got chilly and they allowed us to move in. Warmer inside with a lot of 2-4 person tables but it's a pretty small intimate space. Lots of grilled cheese options which made my heart happy. The Brie grilled cheese was a 5/5. So unique and interesting. Def try it!!

A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of visiting The Wine Window in downtown Sacramento (1111 L St),…read moreand I've honestly been late writing this review--but better late than never! This hidden gem offers an experience that's unlike anything else in the city. The setup is simple but charming: you literally walk up to a window and order your wine. I believe it's one ring for white, two for red, and three or four for sparkling--don't quote me on that, but it adds a playful, old-world vibe that makes the whole experience memorable. The Wine Window is affordable, laid-back, and surprisingly quaint. It's the kind of place where the ambiance, the people, and the energy make it feel more like an experience within an experience--not just a drink stop. I had the chance to chat with John, the owner, who shared a bit of the backstory. He previously owned a full wine room nearby, but when the pandemic hit, he had to pivot. Instead of calling it quits, he leaned into a smaller, more intimate concept inspired by wine windows in Europe. Honestly, I think the scale makes it even better. The outdoor patio is perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine while people-watching on L Street, and yes, there's even a restroom available (a rare but very appreciated amenity for this type of setup). If you find yourself downtown, do yourself a favor--swing by The Wine Window, have a chat with John, and enjoy a unique Sacramento experience.

Randomly stopped in for a pre-game drink. TL;DR we came back for a post-game drink…read more I recognized very little on the wine list but after a short quiz we found two hits. One new world and one old. With the rain outside and warmth in a glass inside we had a great time. Everyone was friendly. This a great spot before an event at G1 but we will be back in between those too.

I haven't been here for years. In fact I recall when this place was part wine bar, part wine bottle…read moreshop! Fast forward to now and the focus seems to be more loungey. The area where the bottle shop was is now a large seating area with comfy plush chairs on one side, booths on the other and tables in the middle. A friend wanted to come here since they had all day happy hour on Tuesdays. Was pleasantly surprised by the Oregon pinot noir on the HH menu at $10. Also enjoyed the charcuterie board that was $12 on happy hour. Grapes could have been fresher and perhaps more than one type of cheese would have been nice, but it was still substantial. Service was on point and attentive. The waitress even demonstrated the "chambong" that they have for $5 on happy hour. If you ever did beer bongs in your college years, you can now do champagne and rose ones while you are adulting. I wasn't in the mood for chugging champagne, I prefer to sip my alcohol these days. They also have $3 oysters on the menu for happy hour. I'll have to try those out the next time I come 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.

We had the good fortune to try Allora tonight. What a treat! The ambiance is modern and inviting,…read moreif loud. (Soft surfaces would help a lot.) The menu was varied and had a myriad of interesting and unique dishes. The service was excellent, including the delightful manager who also poured wines and checked in often. The food was very good and absolutely gorgeous. Eclectic plating and dishes with beautiful arrays of colors, textures and layers. Every dish was good, but there were a few stand outs. The melon gazpacho with melon, prosciutto and sweet shrimp was something I've never had before. It was cool and creamy and refreshing. The lasagna was something I've never creamy and rich. The halibut, with a super thin butter toast as the 'skin' was a revelation. And the desserts were something I've never well considered and played, not super sweet with contrasting sour and creamy notes in each one we tried. Overall a lovely experience and a great place to celebrate life.

Oh my! Where to start. This was a wonderful meal. It is expensive, but what an amazing meal. We…read morestarted with cocktails. My wife had "it must be Summer. This is like a special French 75. I loved my Paloma. We had the four coarse tasting. For antipasti she had panzanella. I loved the smoked corn vellutata. This was a cool smokey corn soup. Very refreshing on a warm evening. For pasta she had bucatini ala Traponese. I really enjoyed agnolotti. It was wonderfully light but quite flavorful. For entrees she loved scallops. The pork loin was great for me. She loved her desert of ciambella while I savored bomboloni. The staff assisted us perfectly with helpful suggestions and prompt attention. The only minor concern was excess noise on the patio. We're getting older so for us the loud fan and a few loud other diners were a slight inconvenience, but overall our experience at Allora was superb. Thank you.

I came here a while back for an event they were having involving a magician and wine tasting. I was…read morelooking through my photos and was reminded of the good time I had with my friend, and was shocked to see this place is now closed! When we came, the service was good, the drinks were delicious, the location is super convenient on K street, and it was beautiful inside. It was a great place for a date night or girls' night, hopefully they open a new similar venue here.

We enjoyed the cheeseboard and wine pairings, and the server was knowledgeable and friendly. While…read moreit is a very small space, I wish the seating at the bar was a bit more comfortable, as I wouldn't mind spending more time doing multiple tastings.