First time trying out their high tea service and it was amazing for the price! Absolutely loved all…read morethe dishes and the fact that they gave us refills for our first appetizer, the tomato bisque, it was wonderful. The tea was delicious and so was the wine. Our server was attentive and so kind. Absolutely loved it and enjoyed the experience. I've been to other high tea places but this is probably my new favorite high tea experience. I would highly recommend it for anyone who wants to experience high tea! Thank you for a wonderful experience!!

If you want something fancy and elegant, come to Estelle. I came on a Tuesday afternoon and the…read moresmall parking lot was full. Thankfully there's some side resident parking. Walking in, the line was short but the staff took a really long time servicing people. Since it's a 2hr drive from SF to Sac, you know I'm about to bulk buy. The case had a good selection but quite a few were sold out already. Everything looks really delicious but I had to control myself. Almond Croissant $7.50 - I don't remember what this tasted like so it must've been standard. Matcha Croissant $9 - Don't let the price deter you because for $9, you get a big filling croissant and it was honestly so delicious. The dipped part was like a white chocolate matcha and the inside matcha filling was so good. I don't know how but I fridged it and ate it the next day, IT WAS STILL CRISPY! This was the highlight and highly recommend getting it. Blueberry Choux $11 - This was also really good too. The blueberry filling was creamy and delicious. It tasted really fresh. Macarons $2.95 each - Standard stuff. I got a Thai coconut cream and this is a flavor I haven't seen before and recommend trying it! In summary, highly recommend trying this place. It is on the pricier side but if you're like me and don't go to Sac often, I would give this place a try and buy extra!!

Extremely nice and attentive staff - it was over 100 degrees and he noticed our service dog was…read morewith us. And he brought out a bowl of water for her. That was really kind of him. The food tasted great. Portion size could be bigger for some dishes but value is still good. Drinks all tasted good too. Restaurant was clean and cool. Bathroom was well-maintained.

In a nutshell; Decent Hawaiian BBQ…read more If theres no LnL around, JJ's is your next best bet. Their quality overall is more or less the same. The prices are more or less the same as well. Gone are the days where you could get an awesome bbq mix combo for a great price.. now it chews a little bit more off your pocket. Still, JJ's checks all the boxes of a Hawaiian BBQ establishment. It all really comes down to how much you like how they treat the marinade, how sweet, etc etc. Overall, decent food.

BEST. DINNER. EVER…read more Picture This: We are one of those obnoxious couples who have the audacity to hold hands and sit on the same side during dinner. Maybe steal a kiss. Yep. That's us. We arrived at Ella just before our 9:15 reservation and were promptly sat at a beautiful table. And wow, this table was gorgeous! The beautiful design of the space keeps your eyes entertained on every level. Both beauty and intrigue. It is a feast for the eyes before you get to the actual feast. However, we were hoping for a more intimate date experience so we asked for somewhere a little more secluded. Without hesitation, we were moved to another, equally beautiful table. Enter Kelly and Hunter. These two help to make our evening even more spectacular. The ambience was perfect. We started with their signature cocktail, gin and tonic with their homemade tonic and a martini. Hey-ooo! Dang that was a good drink. And efficient ;) We moved onto the heirloom tomato starter. Here is where I realized it started to get a little difficult. I was trying to look polished and refined, and really, you could've licked the plate. My handsome man is a vegetarian so he got the Barada spaghetti. I'm assuming he liked it because he ate every last bite. That, and he told me it was delicious. I ordered the lobster risotto. I have a hard time with food that looks too pretty to eat. But, I stopped staring at the beauty of the plate once the delicious smell rose in the air. Best risotto I've ever had. Hands-down. Makes a second place look pretty sad. No dessert but that can be remedied the next time we visit. We ended up having one of those dates where we ordered the appetizer and an hour later we hadn't finished it because we were still talking. I realized we hadn't even finished our appetizer course and yet, the restaurant was almost empty. When Hunter came by to refill the waters, I apologized that we hadn't even started eating yet and asked what time they closed. Hunter proceeded to provide the most amazing interaction. Making eye contact with both of us, he very kindly explained how they wanted this dinner to be an utterly unique experience and not worry. That we are here to enjoy ourselves in this beautiful restaurant so drink in every moment. And so we did. Kelly was awesome. We chatted for a bit about the musical tattoos on her hands. Just kind and sincere. Incredibly diligent service. At no time was I in need of anything. Waters were kept full, table kept cleared, food served exactly on time. It's a well oiled machine underneath the vibrant atmosphere. The food was spectacular. The ambience was one of a kind. A feast at every level. PS - I'm positive the open kitchen in the back would've been fun to watch, if I could have peeled my eyes off of who was in front of me.

Yesterday, I visited Ella Dining Room and Bar in Downtown Sacramento for the first time, and the…read moreexperience was exceptional. Ella is an upscale restaurant with a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. I felt perfectly at ease wearing shorts and a polo, which speaks to how approachable the space is despite its refined reputation. Although I didn't order an appetizer, the staff surprised me with a complimentary cup of soup. It was delicious--rich, balanced, and a thoughtful touch that set the tone for the meal. For my main dish, I ordered the Crispy Fried Half Chicken with roasted garlic. It arrived with a small bottle of their house‑made hot sauce and was served in generous cuts: two drumsticks, a wing, and a breast (or thigh). The batter was beautifully flaky without falling apart, and the chicken itself was juicy, tender, and perfectly cooked. The crisp coating practically melted before giving way to a light crunch, and the hot sauce added just the right amount of subtle heat. I enjoyed it so much that I found myself wishing for a dim corner where I could privately eat every piece straight off the bone with my hands. The next time you are in Sacramento, please visit Ella Dining Room and Bar.

Came to eat as my cousin was in town and we heard there is new ownership. First time here, was a…read morebit bland so was excited to try it again because they have a large selection. New owners got that flavor down! Taste just like home cooking and their sauces are perfect! They were doing a fundraiser for a local dance group so it was a big crowd, even with that happening and everyone moving they were greeting and welcoming everyone as they came in! You can tell they are a big part of the community as well as they greeted everyone with catching up briefly and hearing the congrats. Makes you really feel like you are at home visiting family. They have a wide selection for milk teas! I tried a green Thai tea for the first time, and I'm in love! Will be going back for that in the future! We ordered the big family platter to give us a variety favorites to try, I would recommend it all! Started recommending it out to local friends in the area, looking forward to going back!

I had the Hmong sausage. At first glance, I thought it was too expensive and not worth the price…read morebut I quickly changed my mind after I ate it. The sticky rice was perfectly cooked and the sausage was very tasty. The added veggies balanced the meal perfectly. I would definitely recommend and be back.