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Robert K.

Short and simple review. The Philly was a solid choice for a big sandwich. $14 dollars for it seemed a bit steep but that's the same price as most subways now. This was a great Philly cheese steak. The peppers were perfect tender and firm. I got mine with pepper jack. Walked right up to the counter. It was towards closing and the smelling of mopping was thick in the air. It was a bit off putting but the store itself was clean looking. The guy behind the counter's advice was to not get the classic cheese wizz. Will eat again

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Traci J.

This was my first time here. The woman who took my order was very friendly & helpful when I wanted pickles after I ordered. My Classic Philly Cheesesteak was good. I moved from Philly, so I'm incredibly familiar with cheesesteaks. You might even call me a cheesesteak snob. Again, this one was good. I loved music playing and the art displayed on the walls. I'll be back again.

Philly Cheesesteak!
Asad K.

The girl working the front register put me and my brother on to the lunch special. So worth it! As a big fan of cheesesteaks, this place did not disappoint. I will definitely be back. Keep doing what you guys are doing. The inside was cool. The outside experience is K St. so you know what that's like.

Chantell S.

I had gotten (2) original full Philly cheesesteaks from this location with provolone, peppers and onions for $18.03 dining in. It was pipping fresh/hot, and seasoned well. It was good for a Philly cheesesteak right here in Sacramento. Very filling sandwich as well. Probably my last time going back. The owner is yelling at people on the street to come in his restaurant, with what looked like a "Modelo Negra" in his hand. The owner is yelling at his cooks and server still with the beer in his hand (I was very shocked seeing this) ...all while the server is serving and taking orders! music was very loud and as the owner is trying to talk to us and make jokes we can't hear him or anyone else. He proceeds to turn it down to conversate, then turns it all the way back up. It was extremely hot in the restaurant as well. I had to hurry up and finish my food, as the music was so loud it hurt my head and it felt much cooler outside. The art is amazing though, the place is decked out with cool Sacramento decor.

Original Philly! Soooo good!
Aisha W.

My husband and I wanted to try something new so after reading the Yelp reviews, we landed here. Excellent customer service! The young man who took our order was friendly and had no problems answering our questions. We both landed in the original Philly w/provolone cheese & hot peppers instead of the sweet. We also shared a side of garlic fries. The food was great!! Piping hot, prepared to perfection with a nice amount of steak! $14 is a great price point and we both only managed to eat half of our sandwiches! We for sure recommend you checking this place out and we will definitely be back!

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Sheree H.

Walking past this place, you'll be drawn in by the classics and oldies music blaring from their outside speakers, instantly setting a positive atmosphere. The Philly is a fantastic lil Philly cheesesteak sandwich spot in the heart of downtown Sacramento on Kst. The two gentlemen staff were very informative and helpful when ordering, we were welcomed right away. There is a kiosk or cash register just ask for help if you need it. We notice the lunch special which incudes a large freshly made cheese steak, fries and a drink for $21 so we took advantage of this awesome deal. Food arrives fast and hot. Very tasty and satisfying, loved the sweet peppers and cheese. Fries were crispy, and fresh. And I loved that they have black cherry flavored soda! I'll be back again for lunch soon!

Classic cheese steak with onions, peppers, mushroom, jalapeno
Brian G.

Sac has been lacking in the philly cheese steak game for awhile so it's a pleasure to have one here! The Philly was solid, I enjoyed the sandwich. I got the Classic cheese steak with onions, peppers, mushroom, jalapeno. Quality of beef is good. I would highly recommend getting extra cheese, I think that would have made it a 5 star sandwich if it had more cheesyness. Garlic fries were pretty good, they give a lot and there is a ton of garlic. Fries are steak cut style and are decently crispy. Friendly service. They have a TV so if you pop in during a King's game it will be on!

The Philly fries with EVERYTHING!
Richard C.

This place is AMAZING! Been here twice now and had the classic Philly, and Philly fires!!! The cook Rob hooked it up both times! The portions are huge, lots of meat and toppings. We seen the chicken tenders and those are huge also! I will be coming back to try everything else on the menu. Thank you Rob for the amazing food! I definitely recommend this place to anyone who likes good food.

Lunch menu - Philly sandwich menu!
Pinar K.

Went for lunch and definitely will go again! People are very nice and helpful! There was a line for lunch but service was still fast. Sandwich was juicy and very delicious. I witnessed how many times those fries were tossed into the seasoning and every bite were covered perfectly! Portions are huge so I saved the half for dinner! I had a pick up so I don't have much to say for the ambience but it was a friendly neighborhood sports bar ambiance. Thanks for the mint!

The good: food was great! Not too greasy like some cheesesteak sandwiches are. Bread was soft and the meat was tender. Very flavorful! The bad: just the awkwardness of the how the owner/management treats his staff. Yelling at them and making them repeat themselves to him in a demeaning tone. Cussing out loud for everyone can hear. The employees were very humiliated in front of everyone. Just felt bad for them.

Philly salad with steak.
Jessica W.

Ok. My first time in here. Was met with music turned up to 11. I had flashbacks of my time in retail where we would blast the music after closing. Now I feel old, but the music was so loud I couldn't hear the person taking my order. Person after me also had same issue. Ordered the Philly salad, to go. Delicious meat. The salad bit threw me because it's hot meat off the grill into spring mix which immediately wilts. Kinda weird, but I have no solution. Flavor was great, interested in trying an actual sandwich next time. Wish Yelp allowed me to give half stars because I would've given 3.5.

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Absolutely amazing Philly sandwiches and other items on the menu! staff is amazing very helpful and kind! definitely worth the visit!

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Food was amazing 10/10 will recommend, they have great service here. the over all experience was welcoming and very clean.

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I have been missing out all these years! I decided to finally try Mendocino Farms for dinner and it…read morehas definitely become a place I think I would frequent. The service was fantastic right off the bat. Austin was the cashier, and he was sweet and super friendly. The entire staff actually, were super nice as well. I ordered the lemon chicken farro soup and a prosciutto & chicken sandwich. The first bite of the sandwich was so delicious. The peanuts they add in there were a great touch for extra flavor and a crunchy texture. The sandwich notably did not fall apart, which was impressive. My meal felt hearty and healthy, and I left not feeling bloated. The restaurant is super big, in addition to patio seating. I did notice their plants hanging on the walls were real live plants, and I thought that was a nice and unique touch. (They had a lotttt of plants, that's why I was so impressed)

I tried the Peruvian steak for lunch today. The flavors were good. I've had Peruvian food before,…read moreand I'm not sure I would classify this as a Peruvian steak sandwich. The Aji Amarillo sauce is good though. But my biggest complaint is the steak amount. I hardly got any. There was one section at the end of my sandwich, that did have enough meat to bun ratio, but the rest of the sandwich was lacking meat. Looking at the picture they advertise on their website, and even some previous reviews from like 2 years ago, and it seems that they've greatly declined in quality for the Peruvian sandwich. Just look at the pictures for yourself. It feels like I went to McDonalds or Carls Jr, were the picture of the food looks so much grander and prettier than the food i actually got. Sorry Mendocino Farms, but this is a no go for me. Hope their quality control improves.

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4.1(51 reviews)
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Since I recently visited the sweetgreen location in Sacramento on Fair Oaks + Howe, and had a…read morepositive experience overall, I was elated to stop by since I was closer to this specific area. I visited sweetgreen - Healthy Salads, Wraps, and Bowls in Sacramento, CA [1629 S St] on Sunday, 05/09/26, around 12:15 PM. For May 2026, the deal was still going on for the $12 Chicken Tostada Bowl. I had this bowl at the other location; it was so delicious that I had to order it again here while taking advantage of the offer. It was a literal win-win situation. I customized the Chicken Tostada Bowl with baby spinach, white rice, raw carrots, tomatoes, cilantro, tortilla chips, feta crumble, and antibiotic-free blackened chicken. I included an extra addition of the lime cilantro jalapeño sauce and sweetgreen hot sauce. I was pleased with the execution of the bowl. The ingredients were beyond fresh and locally sourced. The flavor completely satisfied my taste buds. The bowl was portioned greatly, and thus was fulfilling. I enjoyed consuming the bowl in front of the establishment outdoors. This location presented a nice, peaceful environment in the heart of Midtown Sacramento. The parking situation was a bit of a challenge, since the Ice Blocks development is known to be busy in general. I'd prefer visiting the location on Fair Oaks + Howe, for the reason that parking is much easier. However, the Midtown location is just as great and meets expectations. It's nice to know that I can visit, in case I happen to be in the area.

I wanted something healthy to drink after my workout and decided to check out sweetgreen. I looked…read moreup online and apparently their juices are cold pressed and high quality. I didn't want to order from the app and order in person to see how the service was, but upon arrival there was no one there to take my order, just an ordering kiosk. So it is best to order off the app for convenience. I've ordered off the app a couple of times and my food is always ready to go. Overall the juice came out a couple of minutes after ordering. I was very impressed with what I've ordered, which was Apples and Ginger. I can taste the quality of the juice, and the fact that it was under $4 was unbeatable. I would highly recommend this place for not only their food items but their beverages as well!

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4.0(454 reviews)
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I will say first and foremost, this is My place…read more Everything here is awesome.. Chicken... perfect. Salad.... yup. Perfect. Oysters... OUI! Je suis Travis! Bartenders... the best. The funky murals and decor always put a smile on my face. Muhammad Ali is rad. I will forever love this place. The chicken is unapologetically perfect. The burger is unabashedly what I needed. This will be my place. Come by and say Hi!

I'm hooked! Was having a drink at a bar next door and…read moresomeone said they were going to get chicken next door at Bawk! I had never heard of it and asked them to bring me some. I got a 10 piece maple hot order of party wings - ALL FLATS- of course, because what other way is there to eat chicken wings!!! Duh!!! :-) Upon first bite they were delicious! First of all they were hot and fresh and if you know me, you know that's important ! They were Fried to perfection, seasoned all the way through and had just the right amount of maple syrup balanced out with spicy heat. OMG the best chicken wings I think I've ever tasted in my life I'm not normally a chicken wing person, meaning I don't usually eat chicken wings. But something about these wings has me hooked! I will definitely go back! I'm not usually in the downtown area, but I will for sure make a special trip to Bach just for the Maple hot chicken wings!!!

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4.3(1.1k reviews)
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BEST PRETZELS IVE EVER HAD! And with the beer cheese?? Umm yes please! Crispy fries? Sign me up!…read moreJuicy burger? I'm there! The staff are great! I'm so sad it's closing because I only just discovered this place a month ago! Definitely stop by before it's gone!

Directly across the street from Gunther's ice cream sits this non-descript watering hole. There…read morewere patrons inside and out as well as many standing around the bar. I was able to get to the front of the line and order their burger that I was told was one of the best. I grabbed a beer as well because it was one of those days ya know! I took my number sign and found some space next to a couple playing card games on a bench inside. They had a self serve icewater area that I was able to fill up my water bottle. I was also able to grab some ketchup to enjoy those fries. My burger and fries was delivered and there were more fries than expected. I focused on those first because who like cold fries, right??? The fries were actually pretty good, an above average standard French fry with salt. The burger however was phenomenal. There was an amazing crust on the outside reminiscent of a backyard bbq. There was ample bacon, lettuce, cheese and sauce to make it a balanced bite. The bun was high end brioche style, they really went all out on quality of ingredients. A standard burger build but done perfectly! Beer was cold, food was great and the ambiance is a perfect local bar. Great spot to go if you don't mind hunting for a parking space.

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Sellands Neighborhood Cafe and Bar - NEW Sellands Happy Hour! Enjoy $10 pizzas and drinks starting at just $5! Mon-Fri, 2pm-5pm exclusively at our Sacramento locations.

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3.7(668 reviews)
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Stopped in a quick lunch during the week after a target run. There are a lot of options on…read moreBroadway, but Selland's always comes to mind first. I live by Obo, I've been to the other location, and I've been to the Kitchen twice, so I'm familiar with the Selland family. In the end, you are getting a quality meal in a contemporary and clean setting - what more can you ask for? I always opt for the tuna melt. It's a healthy dose of tuna with cheese on buttery sourdough. I've been trying to be more carb conscious, so I opted for the side salad. It was a great lunch. The bread wasn't too greasy and there was a great portion of tuna on it. Each bite was full and buttery. The side salad was beautiful and it was topped off with fresh strawberries which are in season now. It was paired with not overwhelming vinaigrette. There are a plethora of hot items, sandos, salads, and other items to choose from. It's somewhat of elevated, classic lunch joint. My only grip is that it is $$$, but inflation...am I right? Without a drink, i left with a $25 bill. Could have put it in the 3 star realm for me, but it was a solid meal and cool atmosphere. Seems like a great spot for a drink, to eat outside, or for a casual, healthy lunch that is on the expensive side. 12pm-1am is a hot time to go. Parking may be tough, so you may need to park on the side or come at a different time.

Happy hour at Sellands Neighborhood Cafe & Bar is such a gem. I met up with a friend and we ordered…read morefrom the happy hour menu. I had the Blackberry Basil Spritz and the margherita pizza, while my friend went for the pepperoni pizza and a beer. The spritz was absolutely delicious and such a great value for happy hour. Light, refreshing, and the perfect drink to sip while catching up with a friend. Both pizzas were also so good and definitely larger than expected. Honestly, one would have been plenty for the two of us to share. This is exactly the kind of neighborhood spot you want in your rotation: great prices, delicious food, and an easy place to unwind after work. I would absolutely come back for happy hour.

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Jack's Urban Eats - I think it's called the Flower Child salad. Absolutely AMAZING on its own, but I've also tried it with steak, chicken, and salmon

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3.3(841 reviews)
5.0 mi
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This is the second time we have been to Jacks. The first time was in Midtown. This location is…read morebigger and has more seating. It is a counter order style restaurant. When we walked up to the counter we were greeted by the cashier and we were asked if we had any questions. We did not and so we placed our order and paid and was given a number for our table. The fries came out first and we were looking forward to them but sadly they were lukewarm and soft. I wished they were hotter and more crunchy. I had the Blackened Salmon Cobb salad and it was so refreshing and delicious. You cant tell from the photo but the salad did have avocado, blue cheese, tomato, egg, grilled corn, pickled radish, green onion, and lemon-herb vinaigrette. It was at the bottom of the bowl which kind of made it hard to mix. I wish it was on top of the romaine. My husband said the tri tip was good. The bread was fresh and the meat was perfectly flavored!

I've eaten at Jack's Urban Eats before, but this experience completely ruined it for me…read more I found a piece of plastic in my mac & cheese. Not hair. Not something questionable. Actual plastic. That alone is bad enough, but the customer service somehow made it worse. Before I even went back to the store to ask for a refund, I called several times and was put on hold for a very long time, with no one actually helping me. That should've been my first red flag. When I did go back in person, all they could offer was a refund--no genuine apology, no concern, no effort to make it right. Finding plastic in your food is a serious issue, and they treated it like I was just unhappy with the taste. Between the plastic in my food, the long hold times, and the complete lack of customer service, I won't be coming back. Mistakes happen, but how you handle them matters--and Jack's completely dropped the ball.

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