Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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Updated September 05, 2024

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The Independent Restaurant and Bar

4.8

4.8 (652)

$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.

Top review

Michaelvip

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

We’ve been to the Independent many times and our server last night was not as welcoming as usual.

Camden Spit and Larder

4.8

4.8 (463)

$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.

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tammy

Dined 2 days ago

This was the best all around dining experience I have had in a long time! The food was amazing, the service was awesome and they went above and beyond to make sure I had a special birthday dinner with family and friends! Everyone loved their meal and their drinks. We all had such a great time laughing and enjoying the evening! I will definitely be back.

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Seasons 52 - Sacramento

4.8

4.8 (3419)

$31 to $50

American

Arden Fair

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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Tully A. Williams

Dined 6 days ago

David our sever is always the best Food is the best

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Popular dish

Lobster Bisque

Popular dish

Wood-Grilled Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Half Flatbread

Canon

4.8

4.8 (1989)

$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.

Top review

Cherylvip

Dined 6 days ago

Everything about our visit to Canon was amazing. Our server was attentive and helpful. The drinks, Kentucky Buzz, were tasty. The food was inventive and very good. We will go back to try even more deliciousness.

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Experience

Canon Large Party Experience

Star Lounge at Hyatt House Sacramento

4.7

4.7 (149)

$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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Dean

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

We had a wonderful time for our 32nd anniversary dinner. Colin was our server and he was personable, helpful, efficient, and just a pleasure to have for our night. The food was exceptional. All of our party enjoyed their meals. Love the ambiance and the setting. Will definitely be going back. Matter of fact, I booked a team dinner there for my company next week.

Sheldon Inn Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4.7 (2583)

$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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MikeL

Dined 3 days ago

Atmosphere and food wonderful and They acknowledged our anniversary in a very special way

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Popular dish

French Toast & Fried Chicken

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Stockton

4.4

4.4 (39)

$30 and under

American

Stockton

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Brittney

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Server was attentive, food was great, drinks were strong.

Grand Island Mansion

4.9

4.9 (807)

$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 is $99.95 per person plus tax. 22% gratuity added automatically for groups of 8 or more.
Holiday brunches is $120.00 per person plus tax. 22% gratuity added automatically for groups of 8 or more.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

My husband and I went here to celebrate our 2 year wedding anniversary which we got married here by the way, and everyone was so nice and even remembered us. The service was excellent, food was amazing, and the servers were on point!!! Refilled my mimosas without being asked when I went to get rounds of food. Shout out to the Latina server I forgot her name but she served me and my bridesmaid mimosas during my special day and she remembered me right away when I sat down. Such a beautiful place that brought back so much beautiful memories. I love it here. Wish there was an option to rent out the rooms instead of having to be a wedding in order to rent out. Other than that amazing place and me and my hubby are planning to come here yearly for our wedding anniversary for brunch. Thanks again Grand island mansion!!! 😍♥️

Wise Villa Winery and Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (229)

$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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Angelina

Dined 2 days ago

Who needs to go to Napa, when we have Wise Villa Winery, here locally, in beautiful Loomis, California! Our waiter was outstanding, the food was amazing, And last, but not least, the wine was superb. We even purchased three bottles, we chose from the wine flight, to take home with us. My Husband and I love the atmosphere and we definitely will be back soon.

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Popular dish

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

The Kitchen @ Stonebrier

4.7

4.7 (650)

$30 and under

American

Stockton

About the restaurant

The Kitchen @ StoneBrier has a goal of bringing delicious, handcrafted, and quality food to the community. Our menu is comprised of classic recipes, containing only the freshest produce, hand-carved meats, and freshly baked breads— promising an excellent dining experience, whether eating in or getting lunch to-go!

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Cherylvip

Dined on Aug 28, 2024

The Kitchen is one of our favorite spots in town for a celebratory dinner.

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