This was our lunch stop for our day exploring Sacramento. A cute little cheese and wine bistro in the Midtown area. We were warmly greeted and had our choice of indoor or outdoor seating. Since it was a beautiful afternoon we chose to sit outside and watch the world go by. We chose our cheese and meats for the charcuterie board going with suggestions of our server. The cheese selection is vast and many of them we had never heard of. There were several goat cheese options which I was extremely happy with, it being one of my favorite cheeses. The menu also includes soups,salads, a variety of grilled cheese sandwiches and Mac and cheese. Definitely something for everyone. We thoroughly enjoyed our cheese board, the wine and the chance to sit a while and soak up the quaint atmosphere of Midtown. Definitely check out The Rind when visiting Sacramento. read more

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WOW FACTOR? No. I was surprised it was pretty empty on a Friday lunch. But the service was good. Sadly, lunch for 4, no drinks, 2 desserts, tax and tip cost $150. HAVE AGAIN: The Machego Montoya sandwich was very good. NOT HAVE AGAIN: The creme brulee had a somewhat burnt caramelized sugar crust that was unpleasant. The salted caramel cheesecake was only half eaten. The side salad with lemon herb dressing was too plain. read more

i loved the wine glasses our glasses were served in. the charcuterie board was nice. the soft cheese was excellent. i enjoyed the salami and the homemade citrus jam. i wish there was more of the it tho. i liked the crostini and the artichoke hearts. sitting outside was lovely today. read more

Absolutely love coming here! Such a cute and intimate wine shop/restaurant with delicious drinks and tasty dishes. My friends and I love coming here to get a drink and share some small plates on a night out. It is the perfect spot for semi-casual date and is located near so many other great spots. They have indoor and outdoor seating, the staff are nice, and their menu is huge. I love getting their spritz and softails, they are so delicious! Definitely check this place out if you haven't already. read more

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We got the cheese plate and it was amazing! I loved all of the cheeses that we tried. I got the 'The- wait for it- Tbrie D- Mac' as an entree and it was also good. read more

Surprisingly great even for a vegan. Charming location. Absolutely the destination if you want grilled cheese because they a handful on the menu and tomato soup to pair with it. Portions are tiny so don't plan to split anything, like the beet salad. read more

Food is good, no doubt, but super disappointing portion sizes--especially for the over inflated prices!! $18 for a basic grilled cheese sandwich in this economy is bold, and the list goes on... read more

I LOVE the rind, it's such a special spot. Their grilled cheese, their mac and cheese, their delicious burrata appetizer, the wine selection, all of it! BUT have you also heard of their CHEESE CLUB?! it's like a wine club, but for cheese. We signed up two months ago and I've been so impressed with the selection and quality of the cheeses and accoutrement! I should've taken a photo of it before we started demolishing it as it was very pretty too! read more

The Rind - Dinner at the Rind - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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One of Mid-Towns best stops. They have a good variety of wines and cheeses along with some tasty food. There's both indoor and outdoor seating to accommodate a party of 6....maybe 7. I'd call the interior comfort-modern while the exterior is modern. The servers do a great job of helping you select cheese, wine and wine pairings to make your experience perfect. T-Brie-D - 10 - One if the best grilled cheese sandwiches you'll ever have Not yo Mom's Mac - 9 Cheese Board: lightly candied walnuts and almonds, raspberry jam, honey, grapes, peppers and toastettes on a board. Brillat Sovereign 9 -- a firmer and milkier version of Brie Midnight Moon - 8 - a very mild hard goat cheese Lambchopper - 10 - a less salty cheese with Parmesan notes If you have a hankering for wine and cheese for your date, don't hesitate to come here!!! read more

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Such a great afternoon was spent here with my girls!! The wine bar is quaint, excellent for date night or friendly gatherings. The food and wine were delicious, the Mac and cheese was I would definitely drive back the two hours to experience this great spot again. The service was slow but quite possibly the vibe. Don't go if you are in a rush, you could easily spend an entire rainy Sunday afternoon there and I am all for it!!! read more

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We were looking for a happy hour spot in midtown and stumbled upon The Rind. It was 4pm and me and my bestie were seated by the charming Tammy(Tami). The place is small but well designed. The Food!! We had the burrata plate that was phenomenal, along with the Mac and cheese and Brussel sprouts,all recommended by our server. Plus a glass of bubbly rose that was the best I've ever tasted. It was a fantastic experience. I was surprised it wasn't packed for happy hour! I would come back here again. read more

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Showed up on a Sunday evening with a friend. It was peaceful and relaxing inside. We were helped immediately. The worker was very friendly and helped us to pick cheeses that would go well with our drinks. She clearly knows her regulars and works hard to cultivate an environment where folks feel comfortable. Despite being a wine and cheese bar, it is unpretentious and welcoming to those who are less knowledgeable. I will definitely be back! read more

The Rind - Nojito - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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First time ever popping into this place. Such a vibe! Service was great! I had the lobster Mac n cheese and it was super tasty and I'll be back for more! read more

Love the Rind! I've been here a couple times with friends now and had a great experience every time. The staff is super friendly and service is always quick and attentive. The ambiance is great. It's very cozy and welcoming inside. The food is delicious. We had cheesy potato's and buffalo blue cauliflower! Both were absolutely delicious. I would absolutely recommend coming by for some wine and bites. read more

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A cute little place that I've been wanting to try for ages because I love cheese and wine! We got the T-Brie D grilled cheese and the Not Your Dads Mac And Cheese. The Mac and Cheese was very tasty. The T-Brie D was excellent. It was crispy and also soft, salty, a little sweet, creamy. The bread was well buttered and it was quite filling. Basically what humans love - Salt, sugar and fat! It was one of the best sandwiches I've had in my life. It's been a week and I keep thinking about this sandwich and telling my friends to try it. The two of us also got a glass of wine each. Due to the richness of the two dishes we were very full afterwards. The dishes are pricey, but worth it for the food quality. read more

The Rind - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

Still the best Mac n cheese in midtown. Such great flavors from the Mac n cheese. Not sure what else to say. It's not a huge portion but is absolutely delicious. read more

The Rind - Cheese plate with almonds, honey and crostino - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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One of the best grilled cheese sandwiches I have had! I went with the Twisted Classic, my girlfriend went with the T-Brie-D. We shared a side of the Not Your Dad's Mac & Cheese. Although this restaurant is on the pricier side, it is still worth checking out as they have a good wine selection, a wide variety of delicious cheese dishes, and some charcuterie boards available. Staff at The Rind were patient with us and explained things thoroughly. Overall, it was a great experience and would recommend to any cheese lovers in the area. read more

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I passed by this cute cheese and wine bar on my way back from the farmers market and thought it's so cute. So the next day I stopped by. The place is cheese focused and you can see the wall of cheese selections (nice!!). I sat at the bar where I can see the cheese action. The cheese expert Tammy curates cheeses based on the wine you order which is so cool to watch. For my drink, the staff recommend a Pinot Grigio cuz it's a hot day and I wanted something refreshing. His recommendation is spot on. Based on my white wine. Cheese expert curated for me a cheese plate with three cheeses, crostinis, fruit, nuts and fruit puree. The three cheese are: Bermuda Triangle: soft cheese with a little good funk Pecorino: hard cheese with intense savory and goes well with sweet accompaniment Coco Gouda: semi soft cheese (I think?) that very interestingly really got coconut flavor so cool. Service is fantastic. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly and incredibly patient. I'm still very much new to cheese so cheese expert Tammy went into great detail to introduce the cheeses and their characteristics. I definitely wanna come back and try more things! read more

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I cannot say enough good things about this place. I went around 5:30 or 6 on a Saturday evening and the place was pretty empty, but by the time I left, it was really filling up. The inside is relatively small, but it's adorable. As soon as you walk in, it smells like melted cheese (a.k.a, delicious). The service was great, and their creative takes on grilled cheese and mac and cheese are very fun. Their charcuterie looked great, but it was just me, so I didn't order any. I had a French onion mac and cheese with beef. It was excellent! I strongly recommend if you're in the area. read more

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Do you love cheese? Do you love wine? Do you love good vibes? Then the Rind is the place for you! My friend and I had a girls day here recently after another friend consistently bragged about how great this place was so we needed to find out. We had an amazing experience that was both delicious and fun. We ordered the T-Brie-D and Not Your Dad's Mac to share and both dishes were absolutely drool worthy! The T-Brie-D was warm, gooey and, savory. The. Mac and cheese was rich and also savory with my favorite Point Reyes blue cheese. It was easily one of the best mac & cheeses I've ever had. We each had wine to go with the cheesy goodness. I dont recall what I had but I do recall that my friend said the at the Moscato was easily the best moscato she's ever had. The atmosphere was great. The woman behind the bar was helpful and kind. We didn't even ask but when she brought us our sandwich that we planned to share she had it on two plates with two separate side salads. I definitely appreciated that. I was surprised by the music but in a good way. I wasn't expecting reggae and I was here for it. I enjoyed singing along. It was a fun and relaxing vibe. We had unexpected entertainment from someone dancing to the music out front. It was a quirky moment that gave us a good laugh. If you're looking for a cozy spot to enjoy great cheesy food, yummy wine, and a cool vibe then The Rind is the place for you. Cannot wait to come back and enjoy more cheesy goodness! My mouth is drooling just writing this review. read more

Wow! Love this place! Love this concept! Who doesn't love gourmet cheese! Really great ambiance. The cheese assortment is off the chart! We asked our server (who was so nice, knowledgeable and attentive!) and she gave us great cheese recommendations. The cheese can be purchased separately as well which is great to know you can just stop in a grab some! They serve wine and beer only...great wine! Looking around at the other tables to spy on other orders...every cheese tray looked delicious! I look forward to going back! read more

The Rind - Inside - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Very delicious. We had the pear salad, tri d sandwich, and not your dad's Mac and cheese. All very good! The waitress recommendedd the sandwich and Mac, it didn't disappoint. We were there on a Monday evening, it was not busy. Parking was ready. Bathroom was clean. I tried the pinot grigio, very refreshing. My friend had the Paloma, i didn't taste but she enjoyed it. They don't have spirits, just wine. read more

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Great music selection. Perfect afternoon pick me up with a bold glass of wine and caviar bump! The service was awesome and attentive. read more

The Rind - Caviar bumps - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

DELICIOUS. I came here during a lunch break and it did not disappoint. The food is amazing - I did not get any drinks from the bar but was impressed with the variety. My favorite things was the roasted tomato soup (comes with a cheese crisp for a nice crunch), and the Triple-Brie-D sandwich. These are must try's. The lobster Mac and cheese is garlicky (I love garlic) and the lobster was delicious. These service was great and the store front is really nice. Although the storefront is small, I was able to get seated right away. I will be back the next time I want a grilled cheese or tomato soup. It's that amazing. read more

The Rind - Roasted Tomato Soup - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Another attempt at going to The Rind on Valentines Day and again turned away because they love to make rules and switch them when it's most convenient. Called a couple days before to understand the Valentine's Day reservation and prefix menu. We were told that regular menu runs through 3:30 then the kitchen will be closed until 5 for the evening prefix menu. My boyfriend and I showed up at 2:35 and were turned away because the kitchen was closing at 3 now for the Valentines dinner. 2 years in a row where the restaurant doesn't have clear direction of how they want to host their Valentines Day. Very disappointed again with this place. read more

The Rind - Update your website! - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

If you are a cheese lover and looking for a cute restaurant then check out The Rind! Went with a friend on a Monday afternoon around 12:30pm and it was not too crowded. We found parking in a garage nearby. I loved the ambiance of the restaurant! It was nicely decorated with plants and flowers, and there was nice background music. There is limited indoor seating. We ordered two glasses of the sparkling Rose, one cheese board, one French Onion grilled cheese with a cup of soup (roasted tomato is the only option), and one Twisted Classic grilled cheese with a cup of soup. Cheese Board (3/5): First time trying a cheese board! Beautiful presentation. Cheeses are already pre-selected so we were glad we didn't have to make another tough decision. We liked the fruit and jam but otherwise, the cheeses were good but nothing particularly unique. For $24, it was a bit expensive. Twisted Classic Grilled Cheese (3.5/5): My friend liked this one over the French Onion but I thought it was a little oily/salty. Would recommend getting the soup with it French Onion Grilled Cheese (4.5/5): I liked this one the best. The mustard and onion provided a different flavor and texture that I appreciated. A little oily but delicious sandwich. Also recommend getting the soup with it Roasted Tomato Soup (3.5/5): Paired well with the grilled cheeses. I thought it was a little light on its own and it could be a little more creamy/flavorful Overall, the food was a little pricey (total was $133 with tip) but it is a unique restaurant and I enjoyed the vibe. Service was good. I would come back to get the French onion grilled cheese again and try the Mac and cheese! read more

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This place has a very nice ambiance. A lot of people came for a Friday night date night and the vibes are perfect for a romantic night out. The pesto pasta was AMAZING and so was the pear salad. I loved how the pasta was not heavy in the stomach like most pastas. We actually went out and danced after eating the pasta and had a wonderful night out. My boyfriend really enjoyed the wine he ordered and they allowed him to sample some brands he was curious about. The staff was on top of things and very friendly. They were on top of things without being overbearing which I loved. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and we would definitely come back to The Rind. Come here for a romantic date night in midtown Sacramento. read more

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I like this restaurant very small very cute. I think it's a great restaurant for lunch because they have great sandwiches and macaroni and cheese. I enjoyed myself and the service was good. read more

This review is horribly overdue. First I have to say that I admire Sara Arbabian as a female entrepreneur and wonderful contributing member to community. She is part of what makes Sacramento a great place to live! We spent a most wonderful afternoon here. I hadn't been in a while and am kicking myself for letting it go so long. My guest was celebrating her birthday and still gushes about what a wonderful experience it was. The food was just incredible, the service (sorry I didn't get his name) was outstanding, and the whole patio vibe was intoxicating. Seriously, there is something on the menu for everyone. Please support your local community and those who give back to it. It's part of what makes Sacramento amazing. read more

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The Rind - Sacramento If you're craving comfort food done right, The Rind is a must-visit. Their mac and cheese is creamy and perfectly cheesy, and their grilled cheese sandwiches are golden and melty--especially the T-Brie, which is an absolute favorite of mine. Paired with a fresh arugula salad, it's the perfect balance of rich and peppery flavors. Their great selection of white wines also pairs beautifully with the menu, making the experience even better. Add in friendly, attentive service, and The Rind consistently delivers a fantastic meal. read more

The Rind - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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If your a Wine enthusiast or just enjoy wine and atmosphere this is a place for you. We had the pleasure of being served by the best!! Gibson, Jamie, and Jodi are such Wonderful people. They love their customers and it shows. If you're undecided on what you want just ask and they assist you accordingly. We wanted to order the charcuterie board but There were so many meat and cheese selections we asked Jamie to make it her way. It was an awesome plate. They also have relaxing music and i personally love the Cranberries!! We will be back soon! read more

The Rind - Jamie Charcuterie Board !! Not 100% what it was but it was so tasty!! Jamie told me but I was busy eating!! lol - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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The Rind has been on my list of places to dine at and it did not disappoint. The roasted tomato soup was very creamy and delicious. By far, one of the best tomato soup in the Sacramento area. The Brie LT was just okay. What I really enjoyed was the lobster Mac. It was extremely cheesy and creamy with loads of flavor in every bite. I love that this dish comes with cherry tomato's. Also, one of the best Mac and cheese in the Sacramento area. read more

The Rind - The Lobster Mac - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

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The not your dads Mac & Truffle croque Monsieur (grilled cheese) The grilled cheese was yummy and the Mac was okay. The service however was not good. It took them 20 minutes to take our order, 40min to get our food after people who ordered after us and they weren't even packed. They weren't rude and neither were we but definitely a let down. read more

Great cozy spot in Sacramento. The grilled cheese and mac & cheese were really good, and the wine pairings were nice too.

Came here with friends and had a great time! They have a variety of cheeses and all were delicious! They also have a ton of pasteurized cheeses which was nice. We really enjoyed the boards and they were filling. It was nice there were different veggies, fruit, & jams on each. The staff were super nice and answered all our questions. The outdoor space is great for a beautiful day and was perfect for our group of 6. Inside it also super cute. Perfect spot for small bites and good drinks. read more

The Rind - 2 cheese boards. $25 each - New American Near Me - Sacramento, California

We traversed here for a birthday celebration. I wasn't super impressed. $18 for a grilled cheese sandwich that came with a non appetizing 3 pieces of lettuce (salad)? Yea not super happy. Plus, the cheese itself was too sharp. To fancy. Sometimes simplicity works! Then they served room temp water... without ice.... Huh? I know in some countries ice isn't the norm... but in Sacramento??? Also the parking sucks and the parking lots are expensive. Only thing I can say went well was the ambiance. I probably won't return. It wasn't necessarily a bad place it just wasn't for me. read more

Nice food and good cheese pairings. The place is clean and comfortable. It is a good spot for a casual bite and a drink.

has nice food with a lot of good cheese options like grilled cheese and mac and cheese. The place is clean and cozy. It is a good spot to grab a casual bite and a glass of wine. read more

Let's start with the highs. The service was great. While the location itself is tiny the day my friend and I came they were pretty empty so we were able to getting seated at a high top inside that gave us plenty of elbow space. We selected the happy hour house red wine and a charcuterie board. Both were okay but boy was it a not so happy hour price lol. Clearly we were just living off vibes and really didn't think to ask for prices but the board we got with the addition of the cheese came out to $24 and $7 to add the 3 meats or cheese and the house wine on happy hour was $11. The price seemed pretty steep for what we actually got but cest la vie. I would defiantly recommend taking a few steps in either direction as there are an abundant amount of places around that area that you could enjoy more bang for your buck and have some tasty small bites. However if you want to splurge and enjoy the vibes this place is a solid choice read more

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Really nice spot if you like cheese and wine. The food was flavorful, and the atmosphere felt cozy and relaxed.