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!

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!

Booked on Google/Resy and it was super easy to get a reservation as well as modify the time. Found…read morestreet parking right across the street and got sat right away. Inside is small but cute. Had a seat by the window. It's tight quarters but didn't feel crowded. Got the elote dip and buffalo cauliflower. The elote was 4.5/5 - small portion but came with chips and fed 3 of us. 3/5 buffalo cauliflower was a little undercooked and crunchy. It wasn't my favorite and the dipping sauce wasn't memorable either. 5/5 rev burger with a side of garlic aioli. The burger was AMAZING. Flavors were delicious. I had heard about the burgers before but this was my first time trying it and I would 100% get it again. Had the burger cooked medium and I think I could probably go medium rare next time for a little more juiciness. Friends got the take out noodles which were served in a cute little Chinese takeout box and they enjoyed it. 4/5 churros came out with a candle as we were celebrating a bday. I had indicated it on my reservation but we only casually mentioned a bday and our server brought it out with a candle as a surprise and it was so sweet and thoughtful. Service was great, I believe her name was Faith. Will def be back again!

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!

Very cute and artistic inside and I love the variety of wine and that a sake spritz is offered…read more There's also some Spanish snacks that I didn't get to try. I had a glass of sparkling red and bought the bottle.

Love this spot! Came here for a friend's birthday and she had rented out the whole space. Such a…read morecool, relaxing place to be. Lots of beautiful artwork for sale, great wine, and the best music! They have a whole wall of records and it is an immense collection. Stop in, drink some wine, beer, or other non alcoholic drinks and relax. Listen to the great music, check out the upstairs, and then enjoy your time! It's a great location and super close to Doco.

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.

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 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.

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.

My partner and I celebrated our one year anniversary here and had a fabulous time. Our server was…read moreamazing, the service was impeccable and the food lived up to the expectations. We got the three course option: antipasti, an entree and dessert. I picked the porchetta tonnato ( pork belly salad) for the antipasti, scallop for entree and ciambella for dessert. They also brought out palate cleansers and complimentary prosecco for our anniversary which was so appreciated. The scallop was the most tender scallop I've ever tasted, it just melts in your mouth and perfectly seared. The ciambella has limocrllo macaropone, so soft and not overly sweet on a layer of olive oil cake. Reservations are a must. I booked a week before hand and there were limited availability. I would definitely come back for a special occasion! The parking lot is TINY but there are plenty of street parking.