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    The Shop Midtown

    4.6 (213 reviews)
    Fri • 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Sat • 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed

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    Pokémon haven in Sacramento
    Phillip B.

    We were on a club crawl for Halloween and stopped in here for a bite. The atmosphere was festive with all the costumed patrons. I was a little disappointed in the wings though. I was hoping for fried wings and they looked baked or naked. The tenders were too crispy almost burnt. We didn't ask for a makeover because it took a while to get our original order. The service was good. Unfortunately they don't offer military discounts.

    Nachos
    Schuyler J.

    Went here last night and honestly had such a good time. The steak nachos with chimichurri fries were fire, packed with flavor, and the spam fries were one of those "I didn't know I needed this in my life" kind of things. Everything came out hot and fresh, perfect for sharing but also dangerous because I wanted it all to myself. The vibe of this place is what really sold me though. It's got that fun, lively energy where you can eat, drink, and just hang out without feeling rushed. Full bar with solid drinks, good music, and the kind of crowd that makes you want to stay longer than you planned. Shoutout to the staff too--they were on point. Super attentive, always checking in, but chill at the same time. You could tell they actually enjoy being there. Definitely one of those spots I'd come back to just to vibe the night away again.

    The Shop sign
    Brittany D.

    "Don't judge a book by its cover!" Definitely didn't expect what we got! The wonderful server, Felipe, was so kind and friendly. The place definitely looks like a lounge place, all black inside, but it was a kind place. There were families inside and games being played. My family went inside and we got all different things so we can share, except one family member. We got the different items- steak fries, buffalo chicken fries, spamaroni fries, nachos and quesadilla. I got the quesadilla. It came with sauce, sour cream, guacamole, and chili flakes. My quesadilla had steak in it. The nachos ( which I didn't get a picture of) was packed!! So much food. Also it was such a blessing that a lovely man paid our lunch! Thank you sir!

    Nashville fries
    Andrea D.

    My family was in the area and decided to stop for a quick bite. Since it was earlier in the afternoon, it wasn't packed. We were instantly led to a table and given menus. Our server was Felipe and he was so friendly! We decided to share entrees but I loved the Nashville fries (they had just the right amount of spice). Each fries set was delicious, the quesadillas were fabulous and the nachos were delectable! Service was quick and easy and the area was nice and clean. Definitely enjoyed the trip.

    Drink menu
    Shelly S.

    Found this as the #1 spot when I searched Yelp for dinner/burger because I was craving a burger.. The burger itself was maybe a 6/10- tasted how I would if I stayed home and made it myself lol Cool like spot though! I liked the ambience in there, cool little casual spot. The servers were all very attentive and quick! They had also just gotten their liquor license so I'm hoping to go back there for some drinks soon!

    Hot link and hot dog with toppings
    Mel L.

    Fun and spacious bar in Midtown serving proper bar eats. We had lunch there and came on a day when they offered $5 hot dogs (and hot links). Score! We got one of each, Grand Theft Avo (chips and guac) for our starter and Nitrous Nachos (steak nachos). The portions are generous and made for sharing. The hot dog and hot links were actually quite good and not one of those 'picnic' type of hot dogs...you know what I mean lol I would get both again, preferably when they are on $5 special! We wanted to finish with something sweet so we shared the Shopzookie. The cookie was thick and chewy topped with healthy portions of ice cream and whipped cream. Lots of seating, clean, and service was attentive very nice. Lots of street parking all around.

    Classic smash burger
    Tiffany L.

    Came from an event on Thursday night and was starving and The Shop Midtown was close by and opened! There wasn't much people inside as a whole since it was a weekday, but there bar area was full. We asked for the menu and sat at the tables. We all ordered the classic smash burger, hot rod smash burger, and steak chimichurri sandwich. I really appreciated the food coming out quickly since we were HUNGRY. My classic smash was good! The meat was juicy and the portions were great. I was told the hot rod smash burger and steak chimichurri sandwich were delicious. The sandwich was huge and a big hit! I'd also recommend trying their house made ranch as it went well with the fries. I believe it was the owner who brought the food out to us and he was super friendly! Came to check how the food was and even came by to chat. He gave all of us a $5 off card. They have karaoke night on Mondays and bingo night on Wednesday!

    Audrey K.

    Came on a wednesday evening, earlier around 6pm! to our surprise it's more so a hidden area and gives a dimmed light vibe. we didn't know it would be a bingo night either, that was a fun little twist to our date night. everyone and staff were friendly and welcoming! we ordered garlic parmesan wings and the steak chimichurri sandwich. it was huge. honestly could feed about 4 people rather than the two of us. id highly recommend the wings! the steak was a bit salty. overall we had a very good experience and would come back to try the smash burger because that sounded delicious!

    Jenny S.

    My friend and I recently visited for an early visit and were impressed! Inside is no frills but they had tv screens playing the NBA and NHL playoff games when we went which was nice. The service was incredible, everyone was friendly, helpful with menu substitutions and even made sure our portion size on our chicken strips was appropriate by giving an additional strip to our order. Their chimichurri fries were delicious, I would definitely go back just to eat these again. The meat was cooked perfectly, seasoned well and the fries were still crispy. The chicken strips were ok, and the reason I couldn't give the shop 5 stars. The exterior was too greasy from the frying oil but the breading was crispy and the meat was juicy. I also got a to go burger for my husband who ate it an hour later and still said it was a really good burger.

    Classic Smash
    Norman W.

    The best food after midnight in the area. Came in around 1 on a Saturday and it was lively, had a DJ spinning and people drinking but I came to eat! Staff was attentive and although busy, they were constantly checking on people and keeping the place clean and tidy. We ordered a smash burger ($20 4.5/5 bread coulda been a lil better but at this point we are nitpicking, it was good) and the Chimmichurri Sandwich ($30 4.7/5 and if I had one compliant is that it should come with larger or more onion rings. One per half sandwich leaves a lot of open real estate). Worst thing we got were the fries but they were decent. Good meal, staff were great and open late, 4/5 Def worth pulling up. Looking forward to trying something else but the Chimichurri was so good I'll probably order it again.

    Nitrous Nachos
    Melissa G.

    The Shop Midtown is the place to be! I came on a weekday evening, and I love the laidback retro vibe inside. As soon as I walked in, I was told that it's open seating, but we had a reservation and were seated on the couches. Ethan was our server, and he was very welcoming and gave us great recommendations on what to order as first timers. We ordered the Nitrous Nachos, Chimichurri Steak Fries, Hot Rod Smash, and saved room for the Shopzookie at the end. The Hot Rod Smash was by far my favorite! This burger is over the top in the best way possible, and it was the best smash burger I've ever had. The steak on the nachos and fries was well seasoned and so tender. Al and Ben, co-owners, were awesome, and I'll definitely be back! Pro tip: Follow the Shop Midtown on Instagram to learn about their daily deals. On Wednesday nights, they offer free bingo and the winner gets $10 off their tab. You won't want to miss out!

    Chuck C.

    "If you love something, set it free. If it comes back, it's yours. If not, it was never meant to be," Was awesome the 1st go around, but dam - "2nd's the BEST." -Was hungry and curious if Shop Midtown would still be as LEGENDARY as it was on my previous visit. If something ani't broke, why change it. Got the Hot Rod Smash again. The essence of seasoning and spices excel from the smashed beef patty nestled under a ton of fixings.. "Dam, it was good." -the Fam craved the Classic Smash; flavors was just as good. - NITROUS NACHOS: this thing was a BEAST. Skirt steak was well seasoned - very tender w/ a citrusy tang. The cheese, pico de gallo, and the entire kitchen sink kicks things up a notch. Great for sharing w/ the homies or a random stranger. LOL -Staff: cooler then the 1st time we showed up. They actually remember the FAM and I. Super cool, this will be our "GO 2" burger and brew spot. -

    Chimichurri Steak Fries  Unfortunately this serving is swimming in oil.
    Ladie E.

    I've ordered here in the past and the steak fries were the perfect snack. Not sure what happened today but my food was swimming in oil. The presentation wasn't the same, looked very rushed, and the seasoning was off. Please bring back the original chef.

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    Frog & Slim

    Frog & Slim

    4.5(687 reviews)
    0.4 mi•Downtown
    •$$$
    Romantic vibe
    Locally sourced ingredients

    Last night was our anniversary and we decided to try out Frog & Slim to celebrate and boy did we…read moremake a great choice! The ambiance was beautiful dark, cozy, smooth jazz playing and just a nice atmosphere all around. The service was 10/10 as first time visitors all of our questions were answered, we were checked on not only by our server Ashley but also by others. They gave wonderful recommendations and made sure all of our needs were met. The food was outstanding! We tried the delveed eggs that are truly unique and delicious, "Sacramentos best burger" which my husband felt it was pretty top tier, and I had the dry aged ribeye and it was mouth watering. We also had one mocktal and one cocktail both also delicious. We will for sure be back!

    Our first trip to Frog & Slim and we give it a very strong 4, with room to grow. My wife had an…read moreUnder the Mango Tree cocktail and loved it. She likes a little spice so she had jalapeños added, which turned out to be a great complement to the drink. For lunch we had the prime rib hash and the shakshuka. My wife really enjoys shakshuka, but finds it relatively hard to find. She said the dish was "awesome". This was my first "hash". Though I enjoyed it, my one critique was too many pieces of fat. I appreciate cooking any steak with the fat as It definitely adds flavor, but no one wants to bite into pieces of just fat. My recommendation...cook it with the fat, but trim the fat before you dice it to add to the hash. Service was exceptional. We were greeted by Phillip, who was very personable, and he brought us water and drinks. Our server was Felicia. She was very friendly, upbeat, cheery, and made us feel very welcome. The bartender brought out the second cocktail and he was very friendly. He makes a superb cocktail. The staff did a wonderful job! We plan to return to try some of their other dishes.

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    Magpie Cafe - F2F cocktail

    Magpie Cafe

    4.3(781 reviews)
    0.5 mi•Midtown
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Women-owned & operated

    Tyrone is super genuinely sweet! He was super apologetic when a certain table wasn't available. Not…read moreyour fault at all! Thnx 4 being so sweet!! Looooved this place!! Super hip, trendy and top notch with food presentation, creative and delicious flavors! Did I mention fresh? 5+++ stars, take 10!! Service is incredible as well! Sooooo excited i finally tried this place and that it blew me away!!! Can't wait to come back for more and more!! Great job to everyone at this place! You guys n gals absolutely ROCK!!!

    A little reminder that being happily partnered doesn't mean you can't take yourself on a date…read more My partner was working late tonight, so I took myself out to Magpie, sat on the patio, ordered exactly what I wanted, and enjoyed my own company. There's something really lovely about being comfortable enough to eat alone, explore your own city alone, and remember that being by yourself doesn't mean you're lonely. And the food certainly didn't hurt. The Point Reyes blue cheese on the heirloom tomato & cucumber salad was salty, pungent perfection. The California cheese board with Mt. Tam was so good, the house potato chips were honestly epic, and the scallop crudo had the perfect little kick from the pickled peppers with so many good textures. My server Audrey was absolutely lovely, too -- and surprised me with a carrot cake cookie to end the night, which was such a sweet little gesture. Good food. A Sacramento evening. No agenda. Just a little time with myself. Take yourself on the date. Order the cheese board. Sit at the table alone. Enjoy your own company. Whether you're single or happily partnered, you're pretty good company, after all.

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    Ella Dining Room and Bar - Whole Chilled Lobster

    Ella Dining Room and Bar

    4.1(2.4k reviews)
    0.5 mi•Downtown
    •$$$
    Available by appointment
    Romantic vibe

    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.

    Not our first time going to Ella, but this time I walked out feeling the need to leave a review…read more Ella is still one of the finer dining experiences in Sacramento, not doubt about it. However, when we let our server know that we were not pleased with the lobster risotto because it was under-seasoned, his solution was to bring us salt and pepper and explained that customers do find their food to be under-seasoned. Well that was not the case for the two other dishes we ordered. There was no remaking or comping. I had to season the dish on the table. On top of that, my daughter let the server know that she had peanut allergies. When one of the sides were served, there were peanuts on it. My daughter saw it and avoided it, but the server did not tell the kitchen to not put peanuts on it or warn us about it. He later on came to say oh I forgot to tell you that there's peanuts on this dish. There was no damage done. But there could be.

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    Citizen Capitol Craft House - Espresso martini

    Citizen Capitol Craft House

    4.3(107 reviews)
    0.4 mi•Downtown
    •$$

    I have to say the food was good. The smash burger was a hit. The ribeye was a little lacking in…read moreflavor and thickness - lol. But the veggies were good. Their devil eggs were ok. The service was decent. They did forget to tell us about happy hour until we had ordered - but no worries. The space is well organized. Lots of dark woods and comfortable leather. There is a nice big bar in the middle of the space. Large selection of libations. My cocktail was very tasty - a rye and brandy mix.

    Citizen Capital Craft House didn't impress me at all. Unfortunately, the drinks were subpar, and…read morethe food was mediocre at best. The crab roll was probably the biggest disappointment. The smashed avocado was mixed in with the crab, making the whole thing look like a green, mushy roll that wasn't very appetizing. On top of that, it lacked flavor. Even the chips that came with it were bland and desperately needed some seasoning and salt. The fish and chips weren't much better. The batter on the fish was way too thick, which took away from the fish itself. The Caesar salad was also disappointing--the dressing lacked flavor, and it was basically just lettuce topped with a soft-boiled egg. There weren't even any croutons. The only things we really enjoyed were the fries and the fried cauliflower. Those were actually great, but unfortunately, they weren't enough to make up for the rest of the meal. Overall, between the disappointing drinks and lackluster food, I don't see myself rushing back.

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