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Zocalo - University Village, Sacramento, CA

Zocalo - University Village

4.6
4.6
1857 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 43 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Family friendly, great for groups, and a celebration destination known for its fine Mexican cuisine, happy hour, craft cocktails, and to-go—Zocalo UV opened up in the newly renovated University Village shopping center in January of 2018 based on the success of its Midtown and Roseville locations. Offered in a upscale yet casual setting with original artwork from Tlaquepaque, Mexico and a spacious patio—Zocalo’s warm hospitality, fresh regional Mexican food, and commitment to customer service are designed to transform the ordinary act of eating into an extraordinary and memorable experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (916) 252-0303
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Zocalo features many large party trays and group to-go options, including Door Dash, for in-home catering. Please visit zocalosacramento.com or give us a call at 916-252-0303 for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Zocalo University Village is East Sacramento's celebration destination for corporate events, birthday parties, wedding rehearsal dinners, and holiday parties. For more info, visit https://www.experiencezocalo.com/banquets.
  • Neighbourhood
    Sacramento
  • Cross Street
    Fair Oaks
  • Parking details
    In addition to the many parking spaces at the University Village Shopping Center, guests may also find additional parking a five minute walk away on Scripts Drive and by using the UV Valet, which is available Wednesday-Friday from 11-1 and 4-10 and costs $5.00.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,857 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zocalo - University Village offers a vibrant dining experience with "great service" and "delicious food." The atmosphere is lively and ideal for gatherings. Highlights include the salmon bowl and enchiladas. While some patrons noted noise and service speed, the staff's attentiveness and the restaurant's beautiful setting make it a popular choice for celebrations.

1,857 Reviews
  1. MUSTAFA

    Baja California

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was good experience and the waitress did great job.

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  2. Bruce

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the special Valentine’s dinner. Service (by Cesar) and others was great. Food was very nice, not at all seeming to have been prepared en masse.

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  3. Robert

    Sacramento

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They did a nice job. Pre fixe menu was comprehensive. Service well timed for 90 minute. Little loud but enjoyed the ambience.

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  4. Kay

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waiter was assigned to half the dining room and the patio. He was so busy that when we ordered our second drink, it didn’t come until we were done eating and ready to pay and leave. Hire some help!!! The food was good and we like it there, but it will be awhile before we return.

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  5. Susan

    Sacramento

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic (& filling) meal at Zocalo-University Village! Not only is the restaurant beautiful, but the service is excellent, as well. From the pleasantly welcoming host, to the friendly gentleman who brought us chips & salsa, to our fabulous server, I always know we'll have a good time here!

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  6. gloria

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Maria, was superb! Highly recommended!

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  7. Yvette

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Zocalos! Good food/drinks and love the energy! Always a fun time!

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  8. javier

    VIP

    Sacramento

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the food here, some of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve been to.

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  9. Lisa

    Sacramento

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    While the food and drinks were good, service was rushed and ambiance lacking due to noise level and too many tables crammed into the space. Asked for our drink order before we had time to read over the drink menu, and for our food order before getting our drinks. While some people may appreciate such promptness, I like to feel relaxed when I go out to dinner v. feeling rushed. The restaurant seemed to be lacking enough waiters for the number of patrons, so perhaps that contributed to the efficiency of getting our orders in v. focusing on a good customer experience.

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  10. Aisha

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always enjoy Zocalo. Great service and great food.

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FAQs

Zocalo - University Village offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (916) 252-0303.

Zocalo - University Village is rated 4.6 stars by 1857 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 43 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zocalo - University Village

466 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825-5507

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Fair Oaks
  • Neighbourhood
    Sacramento
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    In addition to the many parking spaces at the University Village Shopping Center, guests may also find additional parking a five minute walk away on Scripts Drive and by using the UV Valet, which is available Wednesday-Friday from 11-1 and 4-10 and costs $5.00.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (916) 252-0303
  • Catering
    Zocalo features many large party trays and group to-go options, including Door Dash, for in-home catering. Please visit zocalosacramento.com or give us a call at 916-252-0303 for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Zocalo University Village is East Sacramento's celebration destination for corporate events, birthday parties, wedding rehearsal dinners, and holiday parties. For more info, visit https://www.experiencezocalo.com/banquets.
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