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1. Ella Dining Room and Bar
4.7
Exceptional(5320)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Sacramento
Booked 31 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.
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2. Prelude Kitchen & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(849)
Price: Expensive
• American • Sacramento
Booked 22 times today
Prelude Kitchen & Bar is Restaurant located in Downtown Sacramento that serves Modern American, Farm to Fork cuisine. Our Chefs work directly with local Sacramento Farmers to source local ingredients for each dish. We believe food and dining is more than sustenance, it's a connection between guests, chefs, farmers, and the nature that surrounds us. Our menu is crafted from scratch, ensuring that every bite resonates with exceptional taste, genuine flavor, and fine dining quality. Prelude Kitchen & Bar is conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento next to the Crest Theater, Golden One Center, State Capitol, SAFE Credit Union Convention Center and Performing Arts Center. We offer validated parking at Capitol Garage located directly across the restaurant.
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3. Dawson's Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(1799)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Sacramento
Booked 12 times today
Established in 1988 and located in the heart of downtown Sacramento, Dawson’s Steakhouse has been a local favorite for over a quarter of a century and considered one of the best restaurants in Sacramento. Dawson’s serves farm-to-fork cuisine sourced locally and seasonally to reflect the richness of the Valley. From fresh seafood to California grass-fed beef, Dawson’s Steakhouse offers a contemporary twist of steakhouse classics and some bold originals. Enjoy fresh, local food, craft cocktails and exceptional service for an unforgettable dining experience at our landmark, AAA Four Diamond Sacramento restaurant. Treat Yourself!
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4. The Melting Pot - Sacramento
4.7
Exceptional(494)
Price: Very Expensive
• Fondue • Sacramento
Booked 28 times today
Enjoy an unforgettable interactive dining experience with friends and family with fondue at The Melting Pot in Sacramento. We believe in celebrating the everyday, so you don’t need a special reason to come out for our delicious menu offerings. Whether you’re here for drinks, cheese, and chocolate, or you want to dig into our four-course fondue experience, we know you’ll love every bite! From artisan cheeses to our decadent chocolate fondue desserts, there is something to tickle your taste buds in each pot. Let our friendly staff help you choose the right fondue experience for your table tonight. Make reservations for everyone at The Melting Pot and turn the ordinary into the extraordinary!
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5. Brasserie du Monde
4.6
Exceptional(1645)
Price: Expensive
• French • Sacramento
Booked 17 times today
Whether you’re in need of a quick bite and a café au lait or in the mood to enjoy an extended evening of dining and wining, when you come to Brasserie Du Monde or our Café à Coté, you will enjoy the casual elegance that embodies the uniquely romantic French spirit referred to as le charme de la vie (“the charm of life.”). By combining superior quality ingredients with flawless execution and a commitment to providing the exceptional guest experience, we are transforming the uniquely French concept of a traditional brasserie –a full service restaurant with an extended drink list –into Sacramento’s newest food and drink destination.Bienvenue!
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6. Station 16
4.2
Awesome(343)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Sacramento
Booked 15 times today
STATION 16 SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & BAR ORIGINATES FROM...a local family that loves seafood, flavor, and family gatherings. Their passions for flavors and spices drove the creation of an establishment where you can dine on the freshest sustainable seafood.This new addition to Midtown has much to offer; with a modern industrial setting, a fresh raw oyster bar, private dining room, full bar, and an outside patio dining area. Station 16 offers everything you need to make your dining experience a memorable one.Family owned and operated, they carefully crafted a menu that features fresh seafood and simple raw preparations, with additional local produce and meats. Station 16 specializes in garlic roasted seafood served on sizzling cast iron skillets. Their goal is to create simple but flavorful dishes.For weekend happy hour, or dinner, they are here to serve you!
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7. Pampas Brazilian Steakhouse - Sacramento
4.0
Excellent(61)
Price: Very Expensive
• Brazilian Steakhouse • Sacramento
Come and join us for the best Brazilian Steakhouse Experience in Northern California, you may start at our fantastic market table, that includes lobster bisque, mussels, ahi tuna and much more. Followed by our main course, the meats, deriving from our lamb chops, to our applewood smoked bacon, and even more with our delicious cuts such as Picanha, Ribeye, Filet Mignon and many others, including our Prime Ribs, coming from a Tomahawk Ribeye.
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8. Tequila Museo Mayahuel
4.5
Awesome(136)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Sacramento
Booked 23 times today
MAYAHUEL is a tequila museum, featuring a restaurant, bar, and lounge. At Mayahuel, you don’t just drink tequila... you experience it! Mayahuel is poised to be included as one of the top Mexican Restaurants in our area. We received the coveted Michelin Plate award in 2020.
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9. Public Market Bar
4.0
Excellent(57)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Sacramento
Booked 4 times today
Come dine in the historical Public Market Bar inside the Sheraton Grand Hotel Downtown. Here you will find a great selection of farm-to-table appetizers & entrees, local/imported beer & wine offerings, and hand-crafted cocktails, all surrounded by a grand atmosphere in the heart of downtown. Lunch: 11:30am - 5pmHappy Hour (M-F): 3pm - 6pmDinner: 5pm - 8pmLate Night: 8pm - 1am
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10. Grange Bar & Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(652)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Sacramento
Booked 25 times today
Located in downtown Sacramento, America's Farm to Fork Capital, Grange is a culinary expression of all things local, reflecting the authentic essence and soul of the community.The menu showcases the market-driven bounties from the state and is best described as simple, seasonal and soulful. Organically raised meats and poultry are complemented with the freshest produce available from the Central Valley, while sustainable coastal seafood is paired with a spectacular all-California wine list. The entrees are presented in a straightforward American brasserie style. Lastly, enjoy the creations from our pastry chef such as rustic artisan breads and desserts.This Sacramento restaurant’s setting is both classic and authentic. The two-story space combines architectural elements from the building’s rich history with exposed beams and concrete columns to create a surprising and urban, loft-like atmosphere.

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Discover best date night restaurants in Sacramento

Planning the perfect date night in Sacramento? Discover a variety of restaurants in the Sacramento/Sacramento Valley area that offer a delightful experience tailored for a romantic evening. From upscale dining with prime cuts of meat and fine wines to lively spots serving California-inspired Mexican cuisine by the riverfront, there’s something to suit every couple’s taste. Each restaurant prides itself on creating an inviting atmosphere, whether it's the cozy, intimate settings or vibrant, festive environments that enhance your dining experience. Patrons often celebrate significant occasions, such as anniversaries and birthdays, making these eateries a trusted choice for special moments. The dining scene in Sacramento is vibrant and diverse, ensuring that every date night can be unique and memorable. Make your next date night exceptional by exploring these top-rated culinary gems where both the ambiance and the menus are designed to impress.

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