Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Updated 05 May 2025

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Magpie Cafe

4.8

4.8 (257)

$30 and under

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

Magpie is always available for walk in dining!

Magpie is a family owned and operated independent restaurant in Midtown Sacramento. Since 2005, Magpie has served farm to table fare that reflects the values of life in California’s Central Valley. Our menu has an interesting mix of dishes highlighting the season's best offerings of share plates, bites, and entree's.

We are more committed than ever to our mission of celebrating what makes our city and region special, and contributing to it by making seasonal, farm-to-table food in Sacramento.

We are walking distance from California's state capitol building and convention center on the corner of 16th and P Streets overlooking the beautiful tree filled Fremont Park. The lively restaurant space features artwork and murals from local artists with bar, booth and table seating. The open patio has a variety of tall and low tables surrounded by live edge wooden benches and Magpie's iconic yellow umbrellas.

Top review

Barbara

Dined 2 days ago

Magpie has the most creative and delicious food I’ve seen in Sacramento! They vary their menu with the seasons, and their creations are always a delightful surprise!

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Late Night Menu

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Happy Time All Night at the Bar

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Wine Wednesdays

The Kitchen @ Stonebrier

4.8

4.8 (696)

$31 to $50

American

Stockton

About the restaurant

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

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Eileen

Dined on 11 May 2025

This was my second time coming here and won’t be the last. I brought my elderly parents for their first time and they enjoyed themselves as well.

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Experience

Stonebrier Social Hours

Wise Villa Winery and Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (351)

$30 and under

American

Lincoln

About the restaurant

Tuscan-style Gourmet Restaurant
The ONLY WINERY in Placer County to feature a FULL DINING EXPERIENCE complete with a Tuscan-style Gourmet Restaurant , charming courtyard, elegant tasting bar, wine educators, professional waitstaff, & culinary team. Our Mission is to provide our guests with and elegant European vacation by providing an internationally themed winery & food pairing experience in the setting of our Tuscan style vineyard and Gourmet Restaurant .
Indulging your senses in a perfect balance of Wise Villa Winery at our Tuscan-style Gourmet Restaurant . Enjoy the elegant tastes and aromas of our world-class wines paired with a delectable chef-prepared gourmet dinner. Relax while watching a breathtaking sunset over our rolling hills vineyard.

Prime Rib Special Every Thursday 11 AM - 8 PM
Winery Tours by Founder Dr. Grover Lee Every Saturday & Sunday 11:30 AM

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J.VIP

Dined 7 days ago

Another exceptional meal at Wise Villa…delicious food, exemplary service (thank you Jacobo and Dallas), excellent wine and one of the best views in the area!

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Popular dish

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

The Independent Restaurant and Bar

4.8

4.8 (725)

$31 to $50

American

Placerville

About the restaurant

OPEN 5 days/week for INDOOR & EXTENSIVE OUTDOOR Covered Dining and Take-out Orders.

The Staff will try their best to accommodate all seating requests, but cannot guarantee all specific table requests will be available. Current Hours are: Wednesday - Saturday: 11:30am - 9pm Sunday: 11:30am - 8pm (closed Mon/Tues)

The Independent Restaurant and Bar offers guests and neighbors in Placerville, California a place to gather and enjoy refreshing fare and drinks. To start, peruse their famous craft cocktail menu and local beer and wine selections, then check out their creative appetizers, including turnip fries, flash- fried calamari, tempura prawns, or their famous ahi tartare. Main courses at The Independent Restaurant and Bar include Buttermilk Fried Chicken, CAB Marbled Rib Eye, Lemon Caper Salmon, Sous-vide Prime Rib (Sundays Only), Molasses-brined Pork Chop, and House-ground Burgers. Voted BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT in the Sierra Foothills 11 YEARS IN A ROW.

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Richard

Dined 2 days ago

Prime rib was cooked perfectly, but my wife’s salmon was slightly overcooked. Service was excellent.

Canon

4.7

4.7 (2107)

$31 to $50

American

Sacramento

About the restaurant

Michelin Guide rated neighborhood restaurant with creative and shareable cuisine and a year-round patio.

"With a clear vision, a striking aesthetic and distinctive, mouthwatering flavors, Canon restaurant in East Sacramento is a stellar and welcome addition to the city’s dining scene." - 4-Stars, Sacramento Bee

"Find the convivial Canon sequestered away from the downtown bustle. This cool space that contrasts deep tones against bright whites is enveloped by the aromatic smell of smoke, so it’s no surprise that the house is packed most nights. Chef Brad Cecchi is the culinary mastermind and his menu is pivoted around playful small plates." - Michelin Guide

Canon is committed to a healthy and productive workplace. A 4% service fee is added to dine-in bills to help cover the cost of employee health and wellness benefits and to provide a kitchen equity stipend to our back-of-house staff.

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Emma

Dined 6 days ago

The food was delicious! And the surface was great!

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Experience

Canon Large Party Experience

Sheldon Inn Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4.7 (2718)

$31 to $50

American

Elk Grove

About the restaurant

Nestled in the beautiful countryside of Elk Grove, Sheldon Inn Restaurant and Bar is housed in a historic building dating over 100 years old. The Sheldon Inn offers an unparalleled fine dining experience, perfect for any celebration or night out. The quaint patio and fire pit/lounge area is the perfect place to enjoy brunch or dinner, cocktails and great company. Sheldon Inn also has a Wedding Venue featuring an outdoor bar, gazebo, two dance floors, market lights, and outdoor restrooms. With availability for over 300+ guests, the outdoor ceremony and reception site is adorned with a beautiful old Oak Tree, lovely Victorian Bridal Suite, and meticulously manicured grounds for a stunning outdoor wedding!

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Nancy

Dined 6 days ago

My third time at Sheldon and always pleased to bring new friends there

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Popular dish

FRENCH TOAST & FRIED CHICKEN

Luka's Restaurant & Bar

4.8

4.8 (95)

$30 and under

American

Jackson

About the restaurant

Welcome to Luka's! Nestled in the heart of gold country we are located on 35 main street in historical Jackson, just minutes away Award winning wine country, Kennedy Mines and blocks way from Amador County museum, Jacksons Historic Fire House and Saint Sava Serbian Orthodox Church. Luka's has a casual atmosphere indoor dining with a sunny patio dining in the warmer seasons. We have a full bar with 12 drafts and signature drinks, a diverse selection of local and California wines. Chef Abe Caterson and his team are well known for their seasonal dishes as well as our every day dishes that include choice steaks, creamy pastas, fresh salads, and hand made pizzas.

Top review

Danusia

Dined on 11 May 2025

We have always had great meals at Lukas. Our server was helpful and friendly. I am gluten intolerant and our server was knowledgeable and super helpful.

The Sutter Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (384)

$50 and over

American

Sutter

About the restaurant

Hotel Sutter is situated in the heart of Sutter Creek! With 21 rooms, a restaurant, banquet room and two bars our guests have everything they need for an unforgettable experience all in one place. Enjoy great food and signature cocktails on our outdoor balcony overlooking Main Street or inside our historic dining room.

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WindyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We had Andrew as our server and he was very attentive and very prompt with everything. We enjoyed our pretzel that we ordered for our appetizer. We shared the special which was the steak and we ordered a Cobb salad to share. The steak has a bit of fat on it, which was unfortunate but it’s not the restaurant fault. Overall, we will definitely return and had a great dining experience.

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Experience

Surprise Anniversary/Birthday Bundle~ We got you!

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BRUNCH & BEYOND with Infinite Mimosas!

Camden Spit and Larder

4.7

4.7 (588)

$31 to $50

American

Sacramento

About the restaurant

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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Philip

Dined 3 days ago

This is a short list restaurant. Meaning one of the best that we have experienced anywhere. We celebrated our anniversary here and from the moment we arrived, the staff went out of their way to ensure that it was memorable. They offer a variety of appetizers. We had the sausage rolls and a chilled pea soup with shrimp. They offer several British inspired dishes with creative & delicious twists like a lamb based version of a shepherds pie. There are fish, chicken and beef dishes. All are expertly prepared with accompanying sauces and fresh local vegetables. The sticky toffee pudding is a must! There is a full bar and outdoor seating. Garage parking next door at 555 Capital Mall. You’re only a block away from the Golden 1 Center.

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Louie Oliver’s Restaurant and Bar - Harrah's Northern California

4.7

4.7 (520)

$31 to $50

American

Jackson

About the restaurant

Located in the new Harrah's Northern California Casino, Louie Oliver's Restaurant & Bar features a local and regional menu with California raised beef, fresh seafood and produce, an extensive wine list, and handcrafted cocktails. Whether relaxing with a glass of wine at our outdoor patio, or enjoying our lounge listening to live, local entertainment, Louie Oliver's Restaurant & Bar offers an elevated, casual dining experience for locals and out-of-town guests.

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Shari

Dined 6 days ago

Food was good. We enjoyed our meal outside on the patio. Waitress even supplied a table top spinner to keep the flies at bay.

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