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The Mustard Seed, Davis, CA

The Mustard Seed

4.8 (1931)
$31 to $50
Californian
222 D Street, Davis, CA 95616

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Wine and dine in the rustic elegance of our cabin or outside on our patio. Our talented crew are dedicated to feeding the hungry people of Davis and the surrounding communities, recently receiving a Zagat Rating for food of 27, and voted Best Restaurant in Davis by the readers of Sacramento Magazine. We have also been called by Sunset Magazine has also called us quintessential Davis dining experience. Our seasonal menu has something new weekly to freshen the compact yet diversified selections, specializing in sustainable fresh fish, natural meats, local seasonal produce and house made desserts. Our reasonably priced, exclusively California wine list has something for every palate. MONDAVI VISITORS: We are just five short minutes away. Be sure to check early in the week for reservations. For an 8:00PM Curtain 6:00PM is the latest suggested comfortable reservation time We do not cater.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Bergman and Roxanna Fenton
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at 530-758-5750. Thank You!!
  • Neighborhood
    Davis
  • Cross street
    Second and Third Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking only.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,931 people are saying

The Mustard Seed reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Mustard Seed in Davis is renowned for its "amazing food and service," and consistently delivers a "wonderful dining experience." Diners praise its "fresh" and "phenomenal" food quality, with dishes like the rack of lamb and shrimp Louie being standout favorites. The staff, including servers like Bailey, Kim, and Tiffany, are noted for their "outstanding" service. With a "cute" and "inviting" atmosphere, it's perfect for celebrations and special occasions. Though occasionally crowded, the restaurant remains a beloved "hidden gem" for its "exceptional" culinary offerings and "excellent" customer care.
1,931 Reviews
  1. Melissa VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another excellent meal at The Mustard Seed! The Atlantic scallops were outstanding!

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  2. Marisa

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. We had a small dog with us without any trouble at the patio. We will be back next time when visiting Davis. Highly recommend for a great night or to celebrate a special occasion

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  3. Rick

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food but food service was slow. Got behind a table of 8 and waited over 30 minutes between salad and main course. Best Lamb ive had in a long time. Cesar salad was very good as well.

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  4. Anthony

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Phenomenal food quality and freshness. Big portions mean enough leftovers for a good meal the next day.

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  5. Jim

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, service was outstanding, and the wine list is reasonably priced.

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  6. Ken VIP

    Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress Bailey was awesome, big smile, great service and the best attitude.

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  7. Karen VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley113 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This time I had the shrimp Louie said and it was fabulous! The food and service at the Mustard Seed are always excellent

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  8. Sara

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and amazing food. Every time we have dinner here, our experience is always positive and memorable. The staff is attentive and friendly, the atmosphere is inviting, and the menu never disappoints. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience!

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  9. Sam VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved our meal. The rack of lamb was the best I’ve ever had. The service was professional. Excellent evening.

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  10. Sangeeta

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Amazing food as always. the seating is a bit cramped. Service is exceptional. It is my favorite place in Davis for celebrations.

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FAQs

The Mustard Seed offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (530) 758-5750.

The Mustard Seed is rated 4.8 stars by 1931 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for The Mustard Seed

222 D Street, Davis, CA 95616

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Second and Third Street
  • Neighborhood
    Davis
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–1:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking only.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Bergman and Roxanna Fenton
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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