Hidden gems: restaurants in Sacramento
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Sacramento. Ratings are based from 1766 places in Sacramento
Gunther's Quality Ice Cream
2801 Franklin Blvd 95818-2719
"Best ice cream ever!!! My life has never been the same. My boyfriend brought me here before we moved to the Sacramento Area. And now that we live so close... oh my! Every flavor is so good. My favorit..."
Ella Dining Room & Bar
1131 K St 95814-3904
"This restaurant is absolutely one of the most pleasant restaurants in the area. Always when I go there I am extremely glad. They always keep their high level service and the highest level of dishes..."
Ginger Elizabeth Chocolate
1801 L St Ste 60 95811-4170
"Cozy place for a hot chocolate and some macaroons. I ordered hot chocolate with marshmallows, was delicious but also very very sweet.Maybe if i will pass by next time I will try something not so sweet..."
Bacon & Butter
5913 Broadway 95820-1841
"Friendliest man imaginable! We found this place online and it didn't disappoint, we were welcomed by a friendly gentleman who seems to take real pride in his work. He loves what he does, loves his bac..."
Firestone Public House
1132 16th St 95814-4027
"Food was great, service was solid. Bros behind the bar, don't skip leg day, it shows."
Dawson's Steakhouse
1209 L St 95814-3936
"The spot is awesome and spacious, the food was delicious and the rates were very fair. rapidly, effective service and very amiable staff members. Highly recommended."
Dad's Kitchen
2968 Freeport Blvd 95818-3855
"Great local restaurant! Good burgers for an affordable price, friendly service, and a nice back patio. Go here all the time with friends and family. Highly recommend! They were also featured on Diners..."
Shady Lady Saloon
1409 R St Suit 101 95811-6672
"Loved the New Orleans/Speakeasy vibe. Good vibe, people, staff, and live music on a Saturday night. One of the best bars in the country. Had a Sazerac, they make a good one which is rare. According to..."
Oz Korean BBQ Restaurant
3343 Bradshaw Rd 95827-2606
"Had a wonderful time at the Korean All You Can Eat, Oz. Blake the host was warm, friendly and very helpful. Lien, our waitress was excellent! She was quick, efficient and very personable. I believ..."
OBO Italian Table & Bar
3145 Folsom Blvd 95816-5218
"I ordered takeout online during the COVID19 directives. The heating instructions were easy to follow, and although my food and wine experience was from home, it felt like a regular family date night a..."
Centro Cocina Mexicana
2730 J St 95816-4314
"My coworker took me here for my birthday this year! It was amazing! I love tequila and the margaritas were great! We also ordered some tacos to go along with it and they were delicious. We went during..."
One Speed
4818 Folsom Blvd 95819-4437
"Best oysters in town. Really liked the ambience and the raw oysters! The service is also very good! Only negative point is I did not like the fish n chips it was too oily and not the classic fish n c..."
Petra Greek
1122 16th St 95814-4027
"All time favorite restaurant. I used to come here and spent good time. Service is very good. Delicious food. Super friendly staff. Decor of the restaurant is outstanding."
Mikuni Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar
1735 Arden Way 95815-5009
"Authentic Japanese restaurant. Sashimi is fresh and sushi is great. Recommended."
Riverside Clubhouse
2633 Riverside Blvd 95818-2247
"This little place is well hidden and looks a lot smaller from the outside than it is on the inside. Their parking lot is tiny, but there is some street parking. We came here for a work related event a..."
In-N-Out Burger
2900 Del Paso Rd 95834-9669
"It's In-N-Out. If you haven't eaten here yet I'd advise you to. They have excellent fast food at excellent prices. I moved over here from Oklahoma and the pricing on a lot of fast food places is insan..."
Bella Bru Cafe & Catering
4680 Natomas Blvd Ste 100 95835-2226
"If you’re sitting outdoors on a warm sunny day it is hard to find a better place in Natomas. The regular cup of black coffee is fantastic!Pros: the food is always good. They have daily specials that..."
La Trattoria Bohemia
3649 J St 95816-5425
"Best pizza in Sacramento! Also, the ambiance is very chill and it has a cool neighborhood vibe. We have been coming here since we moved to East Sac. I do the gluten free thin crust combo. My husband..."
Foundation Restaurant & Bar
400 L St 95814-3306
"Great place for late night after parties. Ghanaian food and drinks. African music videos."