The Best Breakfast Restaurants in Sacramento

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The historic, cosmopolitan city of Sacramento sits in the midst of one of the most bountiful agricultural regions in the world, which makes for an unrivaled farm-to-table dining scene. Impeccable ingredients span every food group, from rice to nuts to the freshest fruits grown within mere miles of California's capital city. No chef can resist the mission to transform locally-sourced ingredients into incredible cuisine for every meal... starting with breakfast. But where do the most seasoned diners go for the best breakfast in Sacramento? Welcome to our Tastemakers List. We researched thousands of restaurants to discover the most popular places with OpenTable's smartest, savviest diners. Start the day with cafes exuding Old Town charm, sophisticated Midtown bistros, and riverfront spots with views for miles. Book a table for breakfast to taste California's cornucopia.

20 Restaurants

Updated February 26, 2020

Restaurants:	Delta King - Pilothouse Restaurant, Capitol Garage, Iron Horse Tavern - Sacramento…
Price Range:	$$ - $$
Cuisines:	Californian, Fusion / Eclectic, American…
Neighborhoods:	Sacramento…

Delta King - Pilothouse Restaurant

$$$$·Californian·

Sacramento

1,586 reviews

Scenic View
Waterfront
Romantic

The Delta King, permanently moored on the Sacramento River, is an icon of Old Town, a restored paddle-wheeler that made daily voyages between Sacramento and San Francisco starting …Read more

89% recommended

Scenic View in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Capitol Garage

$$$$·Fusion / Eclectic·

Sacramento

1,034 reviews

Great for Brunch
Great for Outdoor Dining
Great for Lunch

Capitol Garage started in 1992 as a venue for live punk music, soon adding coffee and snacks, and becoming so popular it had to move to a bigger venue in 2004. In its current space…Read more

93% recommended

Great for Brunch in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Iron Horse Tavern - Sacramento

$$$$·American·

Sacramento

122 reviews

Great for Outdoor Dining
Great for Brunch
Casual

Iron Horse Tavern is a trendy bar and restaurant with striking decor including a gleaming brass bar, black leather banquettes, reclaimed wood floors, and a model train suspended un…Read more

91% recommended

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Towne House Restaurant at Wine & Roses

$$$$·Californian·

Lodi

1,367 reviews

Romantic
Good for a Date
Special Occasion

Wine & Roses consists of a hotel, spa, and restaurant on a century-old farm property in the Lodi wine country. All the dishes featured for its daily brunches (served from 7:30 a.m…Read more

100% recommended

Best Ambiance in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Scott's Seafood on the River

$$$$·Seafood·

Sacramento

4,452 reviews

Great for Outdoor Dining
Special Occasion
Scenic View

A Sacramento dining landmark since 1976, Scott's Seafood on the River entices locals and visitors alike with its riverfront patio dining and lush green lawns, as well as its modern…Read more

93% recommended

Scenic View in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Tower Café

$$$$·Fusion / Eclectic·

Sacramento

Tower Cafe, a restaurant and bakery close to the historic Tower Theater on Broadway, has satisfied the Sacramento breakfast crowd since 1990. It's famous among locals for big porti…Read more

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Grange

$$$$·Californian·

Sacramento

3,129 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Special Occasion
Notable Wine List

A light-filled, two-story venue at the Citizen Hotel downtown, Grange Restaurant and Bar has an atmosphere of rustic elegance fitting its farm-to-table cuisine. The restaurant offe…Read more

93% recommended

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Echo & Rig Steakhouse & Butcher Shop - Sacramento

$$$$·Steakhouse·

Sacramento

1,020 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Good for Anniversaries

Echo & Rig represents a steakhouse reinvented, with a neighborhood butcher shop on site and a focus on impeccable quality in every ingredient. Breakfast, served from 7 a.m on weekd…Read more

90% recommended

Steakhouse in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Vines Cafe

$$$$·Californian·

Sacramento

133 reviews

Great for Lunch
Great for Brunch
Good for Groups

The upscale Vines Bistro, inside the Hyatt Regency hotel downtown, boasts views of the Capitol and surrounding park from its palm-shaded patio dining space. Breakfast is available …Read more

92% recommended

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Formaggio Taverna & Patio - Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova

$$$$·Italian·

Rancho Cordova

148 reviews

Good for Groups
Special Occasion
Great for Outdoor Dining

Inside the Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova is Formaggio Taverna and Patio, an Italian restaurant with an airy dining room and poolside patio seating. It serves breakfast daily f…Read more

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The Gate at The Murieta Inn & Spa

$$$$·Californian·

Rancho Murieta

302 reviews

Great for Outdoor Dining
Neighborhood Gem
Special Occasion

One of the best breakfasts in Sacramento for diners seeking impeccable farm-to-table fare is at The Gate, inside the Murieta Inn and Spa. The restaurant, which serves breakfast dai…Read more

98% recommended

Good for Groups in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Paragary's

$$$$·Farm-to-table·

Sacramento

1,721 reviews

Great for Outdoor Dining
Special Occasion
Romantic

The chic Midtown bistro Paragary's, open since 1983, presents a weekend brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Its leafy outdoor terrace is an ideal spot for a sunny weekend morning me…Read more

95% recommended

Best Ambiance in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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The Porch Restaurant & Bar - Sacramento

$$$$·Southern·

Sacramento

2,145 reviews

Great for Brunch
Neighborhood Gem
Great for Lunch

On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Porch Restaurant and Bar showcases its southern-meets-California cuisine as a lavish brunch. The menu changes frequentl…Read more

95% recommended

Great for Brunch in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Magpie Cafe

$$$$·American·

Sacramento

170 reviews

Good for a Date
Handcrafted Cocktails
Creative Cuisine

Magpie Cafe, a hip Midtown spot with indoor and outdoor seating, presents brunch from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturdays and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays, with lunch-like selections availabl…Read more

86% recommended

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Rio City Café - Sacramento

$$$$·Californian·

Sacramento

1,068 reviews

Great for Outdoor Dining
Scenic View
Great for Lunch

Rio City Café, a riverfront dining landmark of Sacramento for over 25 years, presents its weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sacramento Magazine's best river dining/best view wi…Read more

96% recommended

Great for Brunch in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Cafeteria 15L

$$$$·Comfort Food·

Sacramento

2,969 reviews

Good for Groups
Great for Outdoor Dining
Fit for Foodies

Sacramento's Cafeteria 15L, a rustic-chic venue with eclectic decor and two outdoor patios, specializes in comfort food classics. On its weekend brunch menu, available from 9 a.m. …Read more

94% recommended

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Market Tavern Stockton

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Stockton

1,320 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Great for Lunch

Market Tavern, a from-scratch restaurant and bakery plus grab-and-go-market in Stockton, presents brunch from 10 a.m. every weekend. The menu includes dishes baked in a wood oven, …Read more

93% recommended

Great for Brunch in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Zocalo - University Village

$$$$·Regional Mexican·

Sacramento

735 reviews

Great for Outdoor Dining
Great for Lunch
Neighborhood Gem

A trendy yet authentic Mexican cocina, Zocalo is popular enough to have expanded to three locations in the Sacramento area, including one at University Village. It presents a weeke…Read more

95% recommended

Outdoor Dining in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Hook and Ladder Manufacturing Company

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Sacramento

535 reviews

Fit for Foodies
Good for a Date
Casual

Hook and Ladder is a space inspired by Sacramento's railroad and river heritage, serving fine foods prepared with ingredients from local farms and ranches. The restaurant presents …Read more

92% recommended

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Brookfield's Family Restaurant

$$$$·American·

Rancho Cordova

Presenting one of the best breakfasts in Sacramento for over 40 years is Brookfields Restaurant, which has expanded to three area locations. The brand is locally famous for its hom…Read more

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