Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Boulevard Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1872)

$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

HarryVIP

Dined 7 days ago

This is a favorite place for an elegant dining experience. I have eaten here multiple times and always very good.

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.

Hikari Sushi & Omakase

4.9

4.9 (197)

$50 and over

Sushi

Davis

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Laura

Dined 3 days ago

Exceptional food, featuring meticulous attention to detail, outstanding quality, and expertly crafted flavor combinations. Top notch service, extremely attentive. We celebrated a birthday on a Saturday night at their second seating (7:30pm) for the omakase. We opted for the sake pairing with it and which featured some unique sakes, including a sparkling version to go with the courses. Highly recommend!

Omakase Por Favor - Lincoln

4.9

4.9 (386)

$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.

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ScottVIP

Dined 1 day 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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Experience

Grgich Hills Legacy Tier Wine Dinner

Allora

4.8

4.8 (2762)

$50 and over

Seafood

Sacramento

About the restaurant

Allora is modern Italian dining in East Sacramento. Offering 3 ($95), 4 ($125), & 5 ($155) course prix fixe experiences, highlighting the regions finest seasonal ingredients. Blending new and classic Italian cuisine, Allora's menus feature fresh seafood, premium meats, handmade pasta, and locally sourced produce with a clean modern aesthetic, and a curated Italian-inspired wine list and bar program. Also proudly offering vegan and vegetarian menus to ensure every guest enjoys a thoughtfully crafted meal.

Guest Information
23% service charge applies
Please review our cancellation & no-show policy
Dining with children under 8 is not recommended
All guests require a reserved seat
Audible devices are not allowed in the dining room
Please note dietary restrictions/allergies
Holiday pricing & policies may vary

Recognized by Michelin, Wine Spectator, and DiRōNA, Allora is a premier fine dining destination in Sacramento, known for its exceptional cuisine, service, and wine program.

Top review

Richard

Dined 5 days ago

Creative, flavorful food matched by top notch, friendly service. A great wine list offering Italian wines. A great experience.

The Kitchen @ Stonebrier

4.8

4.8 (699)

$31 to $50

American

Stockton

About the restaurant

Fresh, local flavors and memorable moments at The Kitchen at StoneBrier. A dining experience to appreciate.

Top review

Lorraine

Dined 7 days ago

Beautiful food - presented very well. Service was impeccable. We will certainly return.

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Experience

Stonebrier Social Hours

Ernie's Food & Spirits

4.7

4.7 (770)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Manteca

About the restaurant

Ernie’s Food & Spirits

At Ernie’s, we strive to connect our craft of creating unique and seasonally curated food with exceptionally tailored service. Our wine program highlights the greatest wine regions of the world, and our spirits program boasts the highest quality cognacs, scotch's, bourbons, and tequila’s. Whether you enjoy the bar, the dining room or the patio, we are happy to offer you quality hospitality. If you are looking to host an intimate special event, we offer customized dining and cocktail packages. We are located off the Hwy 99 in Manteca, California and look forward to welcoming you to the Central Valley.

Cheers!

Top review

Beatrice

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

We had a great experience at Ernie’s. They accepted us really early from our reservation and sat us down right away. Our waiter was the best, she was awesome but I am bad in remembering names, but she was the best. My teenage daughters loved the food and so did my husband and I. Will definitely come here again. Highly highly recommend Ernie’s.

Fogo de Minas Brazilian Steakhouse

4.7

4.7 (351)

$50 and over

Brazilian

Sacramento

About the restaurant

AS AMBASSADORS OF BRAZIL, WE WELCOME YOU TO OUR HOME AND INVITE YOU TO CELEBRATE WITH US THE WARMTH AND ABUNDANCE OF FOGO DE MINAS AUTHENTIC BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE.

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Patrick

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Date night dinner with the wife, the server was very friendly and very accommodating to the wife’s needs because she’s a picky eater

Caffe Italiano Ristorante

4.6

4.6 (347)

$30 and under

Italian

Fair Oaks

About the restaurant

Authentic Italian cuisine in Fair Oaks. We use the freshest ingredients and provide the best service. We look forward to seeing you!

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Gene

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and service. Love that it is quiet so we can enjoy a conversation while dining. We love this place!

Red Lobster - Citrus Heights

4.5

4.5 (60)

$30 and under

Seafood

Citrus Heights

About the restaurant

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration.

Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo.

Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today.

Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

Top review

EileenVIP

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

Always outstanding service by waiter Stephen! He is very polite and accommodating. He serves every course efficiently. The shrimp entrees and the Cheddar Bay Biscuits are always tasty.

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