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    Pangaea Bier Cafe

    4.3 (1.1k reviews)

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    PANGAEA BIER CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Pangaea Burger
    Steven C.

    Really hoping ownership and the landlord can come to some sort of favorable resolution otherwise this location will be closing by March 19th, 2026. This has been a staple in Sacramento Eats since it first opened. Anyone who loves beer and a good burger knows Pangaea is #1. Brought my son and he absolutely loved their wings. Said the sauce was perfect. Fries got all ate up as well. My burger reminded me of that classic juicy cheeseburger you first had as a kid and never looked back. I'll be back before the schedules last day of operations to support and keep up with what their next move is. Good luck guys and thanks for all the phenomenal food and awesome vibes!

    Ciders
    Markus R.

    The location is pretty solid. It's in that Curtis Park/Oak Park area. It's pretty residential but has a couple of businesses and restaurants nearby. The parking situation might be a little tricky since Gunther's is so popular. I think you should be able to find some street parking but you will have to walk a bit and cross a busy street. The service was very quick and the cashiers were friendly. I've heard about this place for a long time and have been wanting to try their hamburgers since that is what they are known for. Their food menu is very limited and only has like 5 options lol. The flavor of the burger was a 9/10, it was juicy but also packed with flavor. Maybe I just wish it was slightly warmer. I also wanted it to be bigger due to its price tag. I was more surprised by the chicken sandwich. It was almost kind of sweet? I normally don't like coleslaw but this one was absolutely delicious. Best chicken sando I've had in Sac. They should be known for their chicken sandwiches way more than their burgers! The prices are very steep. The drinks are about $8 and are delicious The burgers and chicken sandwiches are about $20 each and are average size. Making this a ($$$) for me. Do not expect to walk out of here for under $50 for a meal for two. The price alone drops it a star away from a 5. Bottom line/TLDR: amazing chicken sandwiches but steep prices.

    Pliny the Younger tapped on 2/15/26.  Excellent triple IPA.
    Jonathan A.

    I came back here year after it's been a while since they advertised they'll be serving the popular seasonal beer Pliny the Younger from Russian River Brewing. I got there early to guarantee I got a beer or two after trying to go to other places after they opened only to find out they sold out. I was also craving their infamous Pangaea burger which is still one of my favorite burgers in the county. I love the service and local neighborhood ambiance this place provides. The staff and customers are all very friendly and there for a good time. It's a shame, however, that the building's landlord isn't willing to cooperate and they're set to close next month unless they find another spot to open up at. I'll admit it's going to suck not being able to grab a drink and burger then walk across the street for some Gunther's ice cream but I'm really hoping that they're able to find another location to open up at. It'll be such a shame if they're gone for good.

    Split order of chicken sandwich
    Connie C.

    SERVICE: table side, attentive AMBIANCE: clean and open FLAVORS: Chicken sandwich - 100/10. SO DANG GOOOD!!! It was everything. Crunchy, juicy, tangy, rich. So satisfying. I'll take 14. PORTIONS: filling and hearty PRICE: appropriate

    Alma S.

    The mister loves getting a burger here, so we came for a weekday lunch. We were able to find street parking. The inside has some dark colors, but bright light comes in from the windows. Seating options include picnic tables & a couple of high tops inside. Tap handles decorate the walls. A TV in the corner had The Food Network on. Music plays in the background, but talk from customers carries loudly, especially if there are big groups. Water & condiments are self-accessible. Outside, there are tables & bar seating with shade. You order at the counter. Menus and lists are available to look through. The man who took our order & served our food was friendly. We both got the Pangaea Burger with Fries. The mister customized his without vegetation & sauce. I got mine without onions. It's a simple, straightforward burger that's done pretty well. The mister describes the meat as "steaky". It was juicy, beefy, & hearty. My burger seemed a lot juicier, & my bottom bun integrity suffered for it as I ate. The bacon was nice & thick, but was crisped hard & a little difficult to bite. The fries were great--thin, nicely crispy, salted well, & plentiful. We had a nice, filling lunch & satisfying burger experience.

    Pangaea Burger w/ fries
    Tiffany B.

    I'm so sad to hear this place is closing down. I only got to enjoy it once. Truthfully, I don't drink, so I was here for the food. Everything I had was great. The best thing in my opinion was the Mac & cheese. The Pangaea burger was also really good. It was a big burger. The service was great and I love that you can help yourself to water, utensils, condiments, to go boxes etc. I wish the owners and staff the best.

    Pangaea burger medium...perfection!
    Candace C.

    A wonderful dining experience at Pangaea! The as new first: it's right across the street from Gunther's LOL whew! We've heard the rumors about the famous Pangaea burger and had to decide for ourselves. Open floor plan, open seating including communal style tables which I love because it compels diners to engage other patrons. There was an overflow dining area in back but we decided to sit at the bar. Allan (sp?) was our server and took excellent care of us. I forgot the lovely young lady's name took our order; she was so sweet and answered questions. We ordered the Pangaea burger and the fried chicken sandwich. No argument..thee best burger I have everrr had! Wow! Kiss to the chef for grilling my burger to the perfect medium. Listen, the burger checks all the boxes: taste, texture, temperature. And never mind the flavor carnival in my mouth! My mistake was assuming I could eat half the burger and have of the fried chicken sandwich. The half burger took me out! However that was not the agreement so I tasted the chicken. Nice and crunchy and perfectly seasoned. We were fortunate to sit between two long term patrons who share their favorite (shocker..the burger!), and their favorite beers. Pangaea gives "Cheers" vibes (ok, I just dated myself); you could tell many of the patrons were regulars. From the way they engaged each other as well as the staff, the atmosphere felt like home away from home. Beautiful culture Pangaea has built. We shall return!

    Coffee Stout.
    Shelly S.

    Hadn't been to Pangaea in a bit so we decided to have dinner and a couple of beers. We decided on the Pangaea Burger and Loaded Fries with pulled pork. Burger was on point and had to bring half of it home because it was so filling. The burger came with fries and my only complaint was that it needed to be served on a bigger tray (see pic). My son had the loaded fries and he said they were just ok, thus the 4 star rating. Beers were good. Service was good and we received our food pretty quick considering it was a Saturday night. The seating inside is good with an extra room with additional seating. It was a little dark but not bad. Started to get a little loud as it got busier but not horrible. They also had ample outside seating. We will be back.

    D2T Sauce great for the fries!
    Alanah P.

    Always trying to find some of the best chicken sandwiches & Pangaea gets it done! The fried chicken sandwich here is pretty good. If you're not of fan of spice just ask for no habanero aoli. Sandwich still packed a lot of flavor without it. Perfect crunch on the chicken too! Overall 10/10 I also tried one of their sauces called D2T & that was really good for the fries. The sandwich too but it's personal preference!

    Jean Z.

    Good food bar open Bar table seating Asparagus great Beef sandwich sliders very good Shrimp taco not so much Delerium on tap No parking

    Grilled cheese w garlic fries
    Haley S.

    Cute spot for pub food in Sacramento right across Gunther's ice cream! My friends & I stopped by for lunch here and received prompt service. The seating outside is ample and very welcomed on a nice day! I ordered the grilled cheese with garlic fries and it was a solid, classic take on the meal. Lots of beer & cider options here as well! Only thing I would say is that there are not many vegan or vegetarian options, but otherwise loved this spot!

    Buffalo chicken salad
    Aileen M.

    Five stars for Pangaea Bier Cafe accommodating our large group of 19 on short notice. Five stars for their great variety of beer and ciders. Five stars for their ability to get orders out quickly after ordering at the counter. 4 stars for the food. $17 for my smallish Buffalo chicken salad that looked better than it tasted as the chicken was too salty. Others in our party liked their burger, tacos, nachos, chicken wings, and mac n cheese. But a few also thought their chicken was too salty. Overall, fun place for a casual hang out and really fun with a big group of friends. Biggest con is the lack of parking especially with Gunther's Ice Cream across the street. Staff are friendly and kept our tables clear of dishes.

    Menu (February 2025)
    Justin S.

    I've always wanted to check out Pangaea after following them on Instagram. When I walked in I realized this is an order at the counter type of place. I was debating between a Burger or the Chicken Sandwich. When talking to the Cashier, she mentioned how their burger won a lot of rewards so I decided to get that with a Pilsner. I got the side salad instead of the fries. I like how they don't up charge for that. The total was $37 total including tip. After receiving my food the burger and side salad looked great! When I tried the burger it tasted average . But not worth $21. I had better burgers in Sacramento for less. The side salad was average. The beer tasted average. Overall the customer service was good, and I may come back to try their chicken sandwich and a different beer. I just wouldn't get the burger again.

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    Ask the Community - Pangaea Bier Cafe

    Are there actual servers at this restaurant?

    No, you order at the register and they deliver your food to your table. If you need anything else you have to go to the cashier and ask for it.

    Do they have happy hour?

    Yes! People can take happy hours at Pangaea Bier Cafe.

    Do they serve margaritas?

    No, but the serve non-margaritas.

    Do you have non-alcoholic beers?

    I've never seen a non-alcoholic beer on tap here.

    Do they have vegan options?

    No, they do not. :-(

    Do they have WiFi?

    Not sure if they have WiFi

    Do they serve in the car?

    I don't believe so.

    Do you serve brunch/ bottomless mimosas?

    Not anymore :((( their brunch and bottomless mimosas were my favorite in Sacramento

    Gluten free options?

    Not sure, but I believe they do.

    Are they still dog friendly and is the patio open during the fall in the evenings?

    Yes! The patio is very dog friendly (they will even bring you water bowls) and also open year-round. Enjoy!

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