Restaurants near Davis Campus of The University of California

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1. The Mustard Seed

4.8

Exceptional(1929)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Davis

Booked 10 times today

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.

2. Osteria Fasulo

4.9

Exceptional(1803)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Davis

Booked 5 times today

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 guestsOur top priority will always be our guests — who should always expect exceptional food, outstanding service and always a warm welcome from the Fasulo’s

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3. Hikari Sushi & Omakase

4.9

Exceptional(192)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Davis

Please be advised. Friday and Saturday's dinner service is Exclusive Omakase experience only. Omakase chef tasting menu is $175 Per Person (price does NOT include beverage and gratuity). Each section will take 120 minutes. (4:30pm to 6:30, 7:30 to 9:30)For all parties, 100% of cost per person + tax will be charged at the time of booking. Cancellations made within 48 hours prior to the reservation date will not be refunded. Cancellations made before the 72-hour time period will be refunded 50% of total cost per person + tax.Reduction in the number of guests in the party are subject to cancellation charge. Please be on time to enjoy all the courses. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.Omakase means a meal consisting of dishes selected by the chef.Chef will create some courses with seasonal, and best available ingredients.Please call Hikari (530) 564-4356 to request Tuesday to Thursday night dinner. Walk-ins are welcome during the weekday Mini Omakase service.

4. Paesanos - Davis

4.6

Exceptional(106)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Davis

For over 15 years, Paesanos has been delighting guests with great Italian and eclectic fare. The restaurant sits in the heart of Midtown's "Handle" district and has established itself as a neighborhood standby. This hot spot has something for everyone and rarely disappoints.

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5. Woodstock's Pizza - Davis

4.4

Awesome(21)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Davis

Legendary taste meets an epic party scene at Woodstock’s Pizza in downtown Davis. Bring your friends for mouth-watering pizza and our famous Wildebread. #WoodstocksDavis

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6. Ella Dining Room and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(5453)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sacramento

Booked 52 times today

Located in America's Farm to Fork Capital. In the heart of Downtown, the family behind The Kitchen and Selland's Market Café brings you the region’s most relaxed and elegant destination, Ella Dining Room and Bar. Ella offers warm, welcoming ambiance in an inspiring space that evokes effortless European rustic luxury. The environment is modern yet timeless, dramatic yet comforting. Ella brings together the finest quality ingredients from this bountiful region to create authentic and honest fine food that nourishes body and soul. Chef and Owner Randall Selland and family invite you to savor the joys of friends, family, and great food and wine. Service is gracious and refined. Ella has signature handcrafted cocktails, an eclectic and impressive wine list, and a fresh seafood bar. We specialize in Private Parties. Perfect for business lunches, celebration dinners, and everyday enjoyment. Walking distance from Convention Center, Capitol, theaters, and hotels.

7. Paragary's

4.7

Exceptional(3602)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Sacramento

Booked 76 times today

Paragary’s is a lively neighborhood restaurant with modern California flair, located in the heart of Midtown, Sacramento. The menu and bar program are dictated by the seasonal bounty of the Sacramento region. Originally established in 1983, the restaurant underwent an extensive remodel in 2015, combining both modern and traditional elements to create a relaxed, timeless environment that lets the food and drinks take center stage. The light and airy interior opens up to the renowned dining patio that features waterfalls, 60 year-old olive trees and a large fireplace.

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8. Echo & Rig Steakhouse & Butcher Shop - Sacramento

4.6

Exceptional(2327)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sacramento

Booked 37 times today

With Echo & Rig Chef Sam Marvin has introduced a pioneering new concept transforming the long-held theories behind the steakhouse formula. We put a unique nose-to-tail spin on the traditional steakhouse, allowing diners to indulge in the best cuts of meat for incredibly approachable prices. A butcher before a steakhouse, we use every part of the animal. We care about every animal - how it lived, what it ate, and how it was cared for. Our 7,000 square foot space is located in the Downtown Commons Neighborhood (DOCO) in the lobby of The Sawyer Hotel. Situated on the bustling J Street corridor facing the Golden 1 Center main entrance. We have a versatile space: a private dining room with audio/visual capability, an outdoor patio, and an outdoor bar available for rent.

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9. Scott's Seafood on the River

4.6

Exceptional(5934)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Sacramento

Booked 77 times today

Sacramento's favorite seafood restaurant is on the Sacramento River at the Westin Sacramento. The gorgeous dining room affords everyone a view of the River. For breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, Scott's has something for everyone.With the gentle Delta breezes playing on a summer evening, there is no better dining al fresco in Sacramento. The food, the service, the ambiance all make for an unforgettable experience. From small, intimate meetings all the way up to a riverside wedding for 200, Scott's catering professionals will plan the perfect event, whether social or business. We take care of every detail from beginning to end.

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10. Camden Spit and Larder

4.7

Exceptional(593)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sacramento

Booked 20 times today

Camden Spit & Larder, a modern London-inspired eatery, in Downtown Sacramento on Capitol Mall. Chef Oliver Ridgeway showcases the pristine ingredients of the surrounding region with its bold design, bustling bar scene, and prime private dining facilities. Camden is comfortable yet elevated. We are located just a few blocks from the Capitol and Convention Center and just steps from the Golden 1 Center. This is the perfect place to dine pre-show or concert. Camden S&L was a restaurant 'Recognized by Michelin' in 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024.

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Updated on 6/13/2025

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Kathy
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Massimo was a wonderful waiter, friendly, efficient, and skillful. The weather was lovely and we were seated in the shade for our midday meal, also a birthday celebration. The food was delicious. Kudos to the chef! We will be back.
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Osteria FasuloPrice: Expensive• Italian• Davis
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4.9
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Rick
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 3, 2025
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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The Mustard SeedPrice: Expensive• Californian• Davis
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4.8
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Collin
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 1, 2025
Only place I have been to that is worth the money you spend. Also, the staff and chefs are amazing and super nice.
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Hikari Sushi & OmakasePrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Davis
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4.9
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OpenTable Diner
Tahoe / Reno Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
Celebrated my daughter’s birthday here 2/28 and tables were reserved and ready to be seated right when we got there. Service was great, bar great had an amazing pizza dinner
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Woodstock's Pizza - DavisPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Davis
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4.4
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KateC
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2021
Food is amazing! Everything we ordered was fresh and delicious
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Paesanos - DavisPrice: Moderate• Italian• Davis
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4.6

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