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Delta King - Pilothouse Restaurant, Sacramento, CA

Delta King - Pilothouse Restaurant

3.9 (1917)
$30 and under
Californian
1000 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
The Pilothouse restaurant aboard the historic Delta King offers river side dining, outstanding cuisine, a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list and a great place to meet with friends in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Gluten free items available. Proud participant in the Sacramento Farm to Fork initiative utilizing local seasonal produce when ever it is available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Bar Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (916) 441-4440
  • Website
    http://www.deltaking.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Rudy Balch
  • Catering
    Complete catering facilities with 8 banquet rooms. Contact our Sales and Catering team at 916-444-8052.
  • Private party facilities
    Private parties up to 12 guests can be booked through the restaurant. For larger groups please contact the catering department. Contact our Sales and Catering team at 916-444-8052.
  • Location
    1000 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
  • Neighborhood
    Sacramento
  • Cross street
    Front & K Streets
  • Parking details
    Valet - Restaurant Guests (with validation) $8 - Validated city lot parking also available
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Delta King - Pilothouse Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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3.9
3.9 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 3.8Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Great for scenic views

  • Sacramento

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Delta King - Pilothouse Restaurant offers "beautiful views and great food" with a unique river ambiance. While the service can be slow due to being "obviously understaffed," the dining experience is often praised for its "delicious food" and "exceptional service" when attentive staff are present. Ideal for special occasions, the restaurant promises a memorable atmosphere.
1,917 Reviews

  1. Grant

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Just Meh. Service seemed spotty. Appetizers took a while to come out after drinks. Entrees came out before salads. Food was fine, just not special in any way.

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  2. Aemelia

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    there’s no host so we were sat 20 mins late despite making a reservation. they ran out of multiple menu items and made all our drinks wrong. our server was nice but slow (they’re obviously understaffed) and didn’t know how to split our bill. the food was good but kinda bland. overall pretty negative experience considering the price. i was disappointed and wont be coming back :(
    Delta King - Pilothouse RestaurantResponded on June 18, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Aemelia. We are sorry to hear about your experience at Delta King - Pilothouse Restaurant. We strive to provide excellent service and delicious food, and it is clear we fell short during your visit. We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention and we will address them promptly. We are disappointed to hear that you won't be returning, but we hope you will give us another chance to provide a better experience.

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  3. Victor I

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good, exceptional service. Waitress was very attentive. However, it took someone to seat us around 10 minutes. And food came almost an hour after we sat down.
    Delta King - Pilothouse RestaurantResponded on June 18, 2025
    We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our service exceptional at Delta King - Pilothouse Restaurant! We are also pleased to know that you were pleased with our attentive waitress. However, we are sorry to hear about the delay in seating. We appreciate your patience and understand the importance of timely service. We aim to provide a seamless dining experience, and we are glad we could meet your expectations. We hope to see you again soon.

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  4. Anupam

    San Francisco Bay Area47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner on the balcony. Great service and nice views. The food was good. We have been coming here since the mid-1990’s and still love dining on the Delta King.
    Delta King - Pilothouse RestaurantResponded on June 18, 2025
    We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner on the balcony and that you've been dining with us since the mid-1990s! It is fantastic to know that our service and food met your expectations. We are glad you enjoyed the views and hope they have remained a favorite throughout your many visits. Thank you for your wonderful review and continued support!

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  5. Lysa

    Los Angeles1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Horrific service. 10 min with waters in front of us. Server finally came by, took our order (1 coke, 1 clam chowder, 2 entrees). 25 min after that, I still didn’t have my coke! We went to the bartender (who was very helpful) to inquire. She got me the coke, then all of a sudden ALL of the food came at once. Not the clam chowder first, just all at the same time and dropped on the table and the person who brought it just walked away. I immediately asked for the check. The bartender ended up taking off the clam chowder from the bill. All of the food was ridiculously salty. We will NOT be back and will NOT recommend.
    Delta King - Pilothouse RestaurantResponded on June 18, 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are very sorry to hear that your visit was so disappointing. The service delays, lack of communication, and the way your food was brought out are unacceptable and far from the standard we aim to uphold. We also regret that the food did not meet your expectations in terms of taste. Your feedback has been shared with both our kitchen and front-of-house teams so we can address these issues directly. We sincerely apologize for the experience and hope you will consider giving us another chance.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The Delta King is a great place to eat. The food was delicious and the ambience made it special. I highly recommend it. It’s one of my favorite places to eat and stay.
    Delta King - Pilothouse RestaurantResponded on June 11, 2025
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your Sunday brunch with us and that your server helped make the experience special. It is always an honor to be one of your favorite places to dine and stay. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  7. Beatrice

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Good not really good. Slow service , not enough staff. Food not great. Several staff members talked about staff issues within hearing of customers. Disappointing .
    Delta King - Pilothouse RestaurantResponded on June 11, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback. We're very sorry to hear that your visit was disappointing. We understand how frustrating slow service and overheard staff conversations can be, and we’re actively addressing both staffing and professionalism to ensure a better experience for our guests. Your input is appreciated and will help us improve moving forward.

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  8. Beatrice

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    One bar tender had to tend bar , take food orders , deliver food. It was too much . The a manager person had a discussion with staff on flier about business issued
    Delta King - Pilothouse RestaurantResponded on June 11, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience was affected by understaffing and internal discussions happening during service. That is not the experience we aim to provide, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We will be reviewing our staffing and service procedures to ensure a smoother, more professional experience moving forward.

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  9. Kim

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We started off by sitting downstairs in the Pilot restaurant. It was warm and stuffy in there, and only 1 server for all the tables coming in. We decided to move up to a table outside on the deck in the bar area, much better ambiance. There was still only 1 server for that whole area (who was also the bartender), but at least it was lovely outside while we waited. Drinks were good and dinner was tasty.
    Delta King - Pilothouse RestaurantResponded on June 11, 2025
    Thank you for your detailed feedback. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your drinks, dinner, and the outdoor deck ambiance — it is one of our favorite spots, too! That said, we apologize for the limited staffing and the uncomfortable conditions downstairs. We are actively working on improving both service coverage and climate control to ensure a more comfortable and efficient experience for all guests. We appreciate your patience and hope to welcome you back soon!

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  10. lisa

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was sooooo hot inside that it overwhelmed the dining experience
    Delta King - Pilothouse RestaurantResponded on June 11, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback and for dining with us. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the service and ambiance, but we are sorry the temperature affected your experience. We want you to know the AC issue has since been resolved, and the dining room is now comfortably cooled. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better visit!

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
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1000 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Front & K Streets
  • Neighborhood
    Sacramento
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–10:00 am Lunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Bar Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet - Restaurant Guests (with validation) $8 - Validated city lot parking also available
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Rudy Balch
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.deltaking.com/
  • Phone number
    (916) 441-4440
  • Catering
    Complete catering facilities with 8 banquet rooms. Contact our Sales and Catering team at 916-444-8052.
  • Private party facilities
    Private parties up to 12 guests can be booked through the restaurant. For larger groups please contact the catering department. Contact our Sales and Catering team at 916-444-8052.

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