Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Osteria Fasulo

4.9

4.9 (1819)

$31 to $50

Italian

Davis

About the restaurant

Osteria Fasulo offers an imaginative selection of authentic and contemporary Italian specialties that change and compliment with our four seasons. Its dishes are prepared using only the finest and the freshest ingredients from traditional and contemporary Italian recipes.
Osteria Fasulo's mission is to consistently provide the highest quality of Italian food and service to our guests
Our top priority will always be our guests — who should always expect exceptional food, outstanding service and always a warm welcome from the Fasulo’s

Top review

KeithVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Another amazing meal at Osteria Fazulo, our favorite Italian restaurant in Yolo County!

Omakase Por Favor - Lincoln

4.9

4.9 (387)

$50 and over

Seafood

Lincoln

About the restaurant

Literally translating to "Trust The Chef Please", Omakase Por Favor is a new restaurant in Lincoln, CA. We combine the best of coastal Mexican cuisine and the Japanese Omakase dining experience. We offer signature oysters, ceviches, and fresh seasonal seafood along with vegetables and produce from local farms and suppliers. Join us for lunch for a quick bite from our à la carte menu, or make your reservation for dinner where you can experience a culinary journey in our omakase menu and leave all of the decision-making to our expert chefs. We also offer private dinners and events. Visit our website or contact us to learn more.

Top review

ScottVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Oyster night. Delicious. Fresh, briney and creamy. House made sauce, musk melon Mignonette and freshly grated horseradish paired with a crisp sparkling wine. This followed by tasty roasted halibut. Couldn’t ask for a better meal.

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The Hidden Tea Room

4.9

4.9 (307)

$30 and under

Afternoon Tea

Lodi

About the restaurant

Elizabeth Jurado loves to entertain and bring happiness to people with the beautiful and exquisite experience of tea time. She enjoys seeing families and friends come together over a great cup of tea. The Hidden Tea Room is a unique place where the community can enjoy an elegant style of tea and celebrate family, friendship and life's special moments. Elizabeth happily welcomes you to the opportunity of an enchanting oasis and delicious tea.

Top review

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Thank you for the great experience, we enjoyed the tea and food.

The Gypsy Bistro

4.9

4.9 (229)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Lockeford

About the restaurant

Experience dining like never before in our unique restaurant, set in a former concrete wine storage tank. Unwind on our charming terrace, reminiscent of an Italian Piazza, with a refreshing craft cocktail or a glass of wine expertly selected by our sommelier. Our eclectic menu features locally-sourced, seasonal dishes, all prepared from scratch.

Our menu is a blend of classic dishes with a modern twist, showcasing favorites such as our grilled steak of the night, delectable pastas, and succulent scampi. Conveniently located just off the Lodi wine trail in Lockeford, California, we are the perfect stop halfway between the San Francisco Bay Area and Lake Tahoe, 1/2 mile west off scenic Hwy 88.

Join us for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the best of local ingredients and culinary innovation.

Top review

Julie

Dined on Jun 19, 2025

This was our second trip to Gypsy Bistro and again we weren’t disappointed! Everything was delicious and our waitress was excellent.

Omakase Por Favor - Sacramento

4.8

4.8 (89)

$50 and over

Seafood

Midtown

About the restaurant

Literally translating to "Trust The Chef Please," Chef Jeana Pecha's "Omakase Por Favor" is thrilled to open our second location in Midtown, Sacramento. We combine the best of Global and Coastal Mexican flavors with the immersive Japanese Omakase dining experience. Chef Jeana crafts a menu that showcases signature oysters, ceviches, and fresh, seasonal seafood, along with local vegetables and produce from trusted farms and suppliers. Stop by for lunch to enjoy a quick, satisfying meal from our à la carte menu, or reserve your spot for dinner to embark on a curated omakase journey, leaving every decision to our expert chefs. We also host private dinners and events. Visit our website or contact us to learn more!

Top review

RobertVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We had a spectacular lunch yesterday at Omakase Por Favor. The idea of blending Mexica and Japanese ingredients and styles appealed greatly to us, and we were not at all disappointed. Our server, friendly and humorous, met us at the door and seated us, and we were immediately comfortable in the modern but somewhat spare dining room. The meal that followed met all of our wildest hopes. A tuna tostada subtly blended the two cuisines, while a Truffled Tuna Tataki stayed true to Japan, albeit with a ponzu sauce (house-made) added complexity to an already delicious dish. For those who want to sample more, OPF has a 2-for-$25 deal that gives you half portions of two dishes. On the whole, a wonderful experience.

Chef Frank Japanese Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (23)

$30 and under

Japanese

North Natomas

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

ChanelVIP

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

They always over deliver… And never disappoint…10/10

Maydoon Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (113)

$30 and under

Persian

Midtown

About the restaurant

Discover the essence of modern Persian dining at Maydoon, a family-owned gem in Midtown Sacramento, CA. Helmed by Executive Chef Idean Farid, Maydoon blends traditional Persian flavors with a contemporary flair. Rooted in a rich culinary heritage, Idean's family legacy adds a unique touch to every dish. Join us for a lively, casual dining experience indoors or on our inviting patio. Enjoy the convenience of pick-up, delivery, or elevate your special events with our catering services. Meet Idean's family, with Mohammad assisting in the kitchen, Jen managing the front of the house, and the charming presence of their son Mo. Maydoon is not just a restaurant; it's a celebration of tradition, flavor, and family warmth. Cheers to unforgettable moments and exceptional Persian cuisine!

Top review

michael

Dined 7 days ago

Food Excellent. Service - not sure if short staff service not as attentive as I should be.

Boulevard Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1873)

$31 to $50

Californian

Elk Grove

About the restaurant

Boulevard Bistro is a quaint upscale fine dining restaurant located in a 1908 bungalow style home.
Best known for our Regional American Cuisine and direct focus on Californias Foothill Wines with a list of over 50 selections. We embrace locally grown produce; fresh vegetables grown in the central valley, locally raised meat, and seafood from the cold waters of the coast of Northern California.

Brett Bohlmann, chef and owner, is a 1998 graduate of the California Culinary Academy. After several years of experience in the Bay area Bret has returned home to Elk Grove to open one of Elk Grove's finest restaurants.

Top review

Jim

Dined 1 day ago

Boulevard Bistro never disappoints. We had the savory deviled eggs, delicious braised beef cheeks which was superb. We couldn't decide on desserts so we got the peach cobbler and the creme brulee. The creme brulee was topped with fresh berries and was delightful! Made for a wonderful date night!

Pasquini's Fine Italian Food

4.9

4.9 (888)

$30 and under

Italian

Yuba City

About the restaurant

Chef/Owner Angelo Micheli uses fresh ingredients from our very own garden which enhances the farm to fork flavors of Italy. Juicy filet & rib eye steaks, seasonal seafood dishes and home made pastas are prepared just to your liking.

Join us on Monday nights for our family friendly, casual Pasta Night (limited menu). Wednesday nights we offer a made to order Prime Rib dinner that will melt in your mouth. We do offer limited seating on our front patio for smaller parties.

Top review

Spencer

Dined 4 days ago

As much as I wish I had chosen a different sauce for my pasta night selection, and I always wish the noise level was lower, we love Pasquini's and they are still our go-to local restaurant. Bartenders have come and gone over the years, but the cocktails are consistently good and they do really well with may favorite classics. I always lean toward the spicy and always forget I don't prefer their spicy ragu. My favorite is their Bolognese. We always start with the steak John and often get the clams and a wedge salad before our meals. Love a Chianti with my meal and opt for the Santa Margherita.

Mattone

4.8

4.8 (323)

$31 to $50

Italian

Sacramento

About the restaurant

Mattone means brick in Italian.
We build our foundation on fresh house made pasta, local produce, meat & cheeses.
Our base is Italian, but our chef has flair for the unexpected & worldly.
Join us for cocktails, wine, beer, & friendly atmosphere.

Top review

RoxanneVIP

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

The food was absolutely amazing and the service was even better. The owner and staff really care about the guest experience and it shows and is appreciated!

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