Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Updated March 05, 2025

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The Hidden Tea Room

5.0

5 (300)

$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

Kim

Dined on Mar 7, 2025

A perfect ladies lunch gathering....as always! Service was marvelous, and the food was delicious.

Park Winters

4.9

4.9 (144)

$30 and under

Californian

Winters

About the restaurant

Escape to the beauty of our Flower Farm Pavilion, where the countryside meets culinary excellence. Nestled amidst the picturesque blooms at Park Winters, our pavilion offers a serene setting for you to enjoy exquisite Farm Bites, expertly crafted by our talented chefs.

From vibrant dining options to made from scratch seasonal cocktails, we invite you to savor a truly authentic farm-to-table experience. Whether you're gathering with friends, family, or colleagues, our flower farm pavilion promises an unforgettable escape filled with warmth and community.

Reservation Details: Join us between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM for a delightful culinary experience. Please note, our kitchen closes at 2:30 PM.

We kindly ask that guests refrain from smoking anywhere on the property, including the parking area.
For the comfort of all, pets are not permitted at Park Winters.
We look forward to welcoming you for a truly special experience in the heart of the countryside.

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FunFood4Us

Dined 2 days ago

We enjoyed the casual elegant rural farm experience. Very relaxing and honest solid food and service. Impressive, personal and romantic. Walking the property is an added plus combination small farm and gardens. The late 1800’s estate Home and operating Inn is a pristine example of opulence in its time where they were getting ready for a 200+ guest wedding. Already looking forward to our return.

Hikari Sushi & Omakase

5.0

5 (186)

$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.

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Griffin

Dined on Mar 1, 2025

Simply amazing. What an incredible dining experience. Goes without saying the food is incredible, but the curated experience is just as special. The chefs prepare everything in front of you, there are introductions to every dish, explanations on how they were sourced, etc. etc. etc. You can ask questions throughout the experience, which makes it even more cozy and engaging. Highly recommend the omakase experience.

Star Lounge at Hyatt House Sacramento

4.4

4.4 (184)

$31 to $50

American

Midtown

About the restaurant

The historic building of the Star Lounge was a social gathering ground for almost one hundred years. Our Midtown Sacramento Lounge carries on the tradition of being a community incubator of creativity, an oasis of thought, and a great place to unwind. A place for all to come together and celebrate the arts, music, food, and a great cocktail. We use traditional local ingredients, authentically prepared, in a historic upscale inspired setting.

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SFwanabees

Dined on Mar 6, 2025

We love the atmosphere and decor of Star Lounge. The drinks are excellent.

Grand Island Mansion

4.7

4.7 (851)

$50 and over

American

Walnut Grove

About the restaurant

We invite you to join us on Sundays for Brunch and to enjoy a self guided tour of the Mansion. Our fabulous Sunday champagne brunch is open with the first seating for brunch at 10:30 am and the last seating at 1:30 pm. Reservations are required. Please visit our website, grandislandmansion.com to reserve your table.

Our regular champagne brunch is $79.95 per person plus tax. 22% gratuity added automatically for groups of 8 or more.

Thanksgiving Brunch and the December Holiday Brunches are $99.95 per person plus tax. 22% gratuity added automatically for groups of 8 or more.

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Kateryna

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing place, it was my second time there, food was great as always

Zocalo - Folsom

4.8

4.8 (1383)

$30 and under

Mexican

Folsom

About the restaurant

Zócalo is about celebrating true Mexican hospitality, through authentic regional cuisine and genuine service. We are passionate about being a centering force in people’s lives. We aspire to be there for you, wherever you are, whenever you want.

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ChristineD

Dined 3 days ago

Super service by server Carlos and Mgr. Josh. Food was yummy as always and the vibe was fun. We love it here!

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Camden Spit and Larder

4.8

4.8 (569)

$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.

Top review

Richard

Dined 4 days ago

Food and service were excellent. Nice place for dinner with friends or a date night.

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4.8

4.8 (2698)

$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

PeterVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Always creative and amazing taste experience. Never disappoints.

Galpao Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - Roseville

4.8

4.8 (237)

$50 and over

Brazilian Steakhouse

Roseville

About the restaurant

Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse delivers an exquisite dining experience inspired by the rich Gaucho culture and culinary traditions of Southern Brazil. Galpão Gaucho’s rodizio experience offers an unparalleled dining experience, featuring 18 expertly grilled meats, including the new 24-karat Golden Steak™, paired with unlimited visits to an extensive 45-item gourmet salad bar.

Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse, an authentic Brazilian dining experience.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

I had an amazing dining experience at Galpão Gaucho! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, perfect for my boyfriends dinner. The service was exceptional—attentive and very friendly!

Shangri-la Fair Oaks

4.6

4.6 (55)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Fair Oaks

About the restaurant

Reflecting the charm of its surrounding neighborhood, Shangri-la is a distinctive space in Fair Oaks that serves seasonal, contemporary American fare, along with handcrafted cocktails in a unique setting.

With modernist architectural design, fire pits and classic cocktails from an indoor/outdoor bar, Shangri-la is a full-service restaurant and private events venue that feels like a Palm Springs resort. We have two beautiful indoor dining rooms as well as a 6,500 sq. foot patio featuring bocce ball (adults only) and corn hole (all ages) and full-service seating inside and outside. (Voted Best patio and Best restaurant by Sac Magazine). Well behaved pups are also welcome on our patio when weather permits.

Come visit us, and enjoy an escape from it all!

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 7, 2025

Good was outstanding, service was great. We enjoyed the drinks and ambience. We are excited to come back on a warmer evening to enjoy the amazingly decorated and giant patio.

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