Fantastic Spot To "Pregame" Shows @ Goldfields Next Door…read more SITREP We descended upon the Tack Room an hour before our show for "Ally The Piper" (both the classical AND heavy metal bagpiper extraordinaire) began her show! THE SETUP Goldfields is a charming, rustic country-western stylized saloon that serves up beer at good prices. But we weren't interested in beer and wanted quality cocktails. Hence, our pivot next door to the Tack Room! QUALITY COCKTAILS & DRINKS! The Tack Room specializes an amazing array of martinis, bourbons, and other deLISH cocktail drinks at really really reasonable prices! So this was an excellent choice to chill, thus avoiding the tremendous *noise pollution* we were immediately subjected to upon entering Goldfields an hour later for our show. THE LOWDOWN This is a quality bar with plenty of comfortable seating to relax and have quiet, intimate conversations. So if you and your later friend(s) want some privacy, cocktails at a reasonable price, etc., this is a good way to go.

Stopped in for a quick drink was able to get our drinks quickly since it wasn't busy at the moment…read more The drinks were good, god bless the bartender who didn't give up to give me a bubble lol. It's a chill bar with pretty nice ladies.

First day back in the water boat has been in the shop. Just a beautiful day. Seals are out in…read moredroves today. Ambiance Very trendy, nice patio seating in the shade. Lots of colorful art. Service Jorge was fun, a bit of a comedian. Very attentive. Brought me orange slices for my water. Top shelf. Happy Hour Tacos Two steak tacos generous portion, very tasty. Loved the corn tortillas, tasted homemade. Get a Pacifico all for $10. Who does that? Pork Chop Full of flavor but overcooked, losing a star for that. Rosemary mashed potatoes so good and the gravy just heaven. Would score this place 4.5 if I could. Can't give a 5 due to overcooked pork chop. Will return for breakfast, I hear the chilaquiles are the bomb.

It was pretty... But…read morethat's about it. I'm really bummed about the experience my family and I had here on Mother's Day. Giving 2 stars because there was a single waiter who although was almost in tears, kept a smile on his face and was extremely pleasant. I'll start with arrival... got there around 1:40pm and added to a waitlist that per the young lady at front would be 1.5hrs which I was ok with. Around an hour into our wait in the car in the below parking area we went to to check on status only to see the place was emptying and according to the person at check in (not same girl) they texted us over 30mins ago after expressing no messages came in and seeing another family saying the exact same thing behind me she decided to get the manager... after waiting a few minutes she came back with a bit of an attitude and said "well is your whole party here right now" I said yes, and quickly scooped them out of the car. Upon being seated at a table in the back and waiting another hour 15-20mins with just menus a waitress from a different area approached and asked if we had ordered once we said no, she quickly took ALL orders at once and said they're closing. Drinks came out fairly quickly and food was another 15mins or so. When food arrived it was cold l, sloppy and although 3 of us ordered the same thing we were each missing ingredients. We didn't make a fuse as we understood the pressure of the day. But I'll tell you, if you aren't equipped to service crowds of this nature, you should absolutely scale back the number of guest you allow and NOT accept both reservations and walk ins. Won't be back, should've gone next door to Chevys, at least I would have known what to expect.

Headline: Don't threaten me with a good time!…read more Location: Just before going to the lower level of Tipsy Putt you'll see a hidden door next the trophy case. This is the entrance to the speakeasy. In prior years the club was open only to members but it is now open to the public. Ambiance: I visited post New Years so they still had some holiday decorations up but really enjoyed the upper class feel. It really doesn't feel like any of the speakeasies I have been to before as it was much brighter and more open space but enjoyed it nonetheless. Food/Drinks: I strictly stayed with Espresso Martinis but they were prepared pretty well. The flatbreads also tasted amazing! They also had a list of different holiday themed drinks for those inclined for some holiday cheer. Service: The service here was super quick. The server came to our table so we did not have to head over to the bar. They came a couple of times to check on us but were attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the drink options! Definitely worth a check out if you are looking for a friendly public speaker easy.

Came in for the Christmas Club Blitzen takeover and it was such a vibe. Not as crowded as it was…read moreduring Halloween, which was a pleasant surprise. It seems like they're limiting how many people are let in at once, and honestly, I'm here for that kind of crowd control. We showed up at perfect timing and scored the cozy spot right by the fireplace. Total win. My friends and I ordered The Clausmo while my guy got the Turtledove. We also all tried the shooters, I had the Nesbitt, and he got the Perry. Every drink was delicious, no complaints from any of us. The lady helping us with our order was super sweet, patient, and friendly, and the guy who seated us deserves a shoutout too. There was a small mix-up, but he made it right and got us that perfect fireplace seating. Gold star service. Overall, I'd rate the experience a solid 9 out of 10. And can we talk about the bathroom for a sec? A black toilet paired with deep green walls? Obsessed. Trophy Club is absolutely becoming one of my favorite spots. Now I just need to check it out when it's not in theme mode... but let's be honest, I live for the theme nights.

Ronnie and the rest of the gang that work here are absolutely the warmest and kindest people! You…read morefeel like family dining here and we saw a handful of regulars. We enjoyed the elote appetizers, ribeye tacos, my vegetarian dish on a corn open face tortilla, horchata latte, and OMG the butter cake with churro ice cream is EXCELLENT. We will be back here again and again! :)

Super cute, modern, and hip Mexican food and coffee spot! We were warmly greeted as soon as we…read morewalked in, which set a great tone. We ordered two chilaquiles dishes, one with chorizo and one with asada, and tried both the red and green salsas. Both had a nice kick of spice that made every bite really enjoyable. Definitely the highlight of the meal. The coffee was decent, but nothing particularly memorable. We also tried the puff pastry, which unfortunately lacked flavor. Overall, I'd come back again, especially to grab the chilaquiles as takeout in the morning!

I love the idea of speakeasies. The way that suddenly you are transported to a hidden space that…read moreyou think no one else knows about but then you open the door and it's like you share a secret with other like-minded people. I had been to Bawk before but little did I know about the hidden space behind it. You do need to make reservations, which I did not do. Instead I got on a list until there was a space, close to midnight and way past my bedtime, to discover this hidden gem. Once your reservation time comes up, you are escorted to a booth or bar area and given a menu. We had welcome drinks upon arrival and could choose from a cocktail list. Drinks average about $20 each, so be prepared to spend some cash. You should definitely experience this at least once! Great spot for date night or a fun girls night out.

The Roost in Midtown Sacramento is such a great hidden spot and one of those places you go for the…read morefull experience, not just a quick drink. The space is small and intimate with serious speakeasy vibes that remind me of some of the cocktail bars in San Francisco. The drink presentations are gorgeous, and you can tell a lot of thought goes into both the flavor and how everything looks when it arrives at the table. They have a great selection of gin, rum, champagne, and whiskey, and I often lean on the staff for drink suggestions because they're really good at recommending something you might not normally order. A few times now they've pointed me toward a drink that ended up being a hidden gem. I've been here a few times and it's always a great time whether you're catching up with friends or doing a date night. The food is also surprisingly good and pairs well with the cocktails. It is definitely on the pricier side, but that's part of the experience. Also, because the space is small and intimate, reservations fill up quickly and they do require a deposit, which goes toward your final bill. Helpful tip: make a reservation ahead of time and don't be afraid to ask the staff for drink recommendations -- they're excellent at guiding you to something special. Final verdict: absolutely worth it.

Great cocktails. It gets busy at night, but it's such a nice ambiance here when the sunlight hits…read morethe bar. It's such a different vibe during the day! I saw people building their Lego sets, or bringing laptops for work. They do great job during Halloween & Christmas. Definitely worth checking them out.

The local after work watering hole for Sac. We came during their Christmas pop up and it looked…read morelike Santas house. The inside was to the T decked out with Christmas decorations. We came for happy hour at about 4:30 and there was no inside seating and it was already packed. Getting a drink at the bar was all most impossible. We opted for the last outside table and our waiter got our drinks. Way faster. Every time Mariah Carey sang it snowed and rained bubbles. Pretty fun not gonna lie. They had space heaters outside to calm the cold. Drinks were in trendy theme oriented mugs and cups. Looking at about $15 per drink on average. They were ok. No food here but you can order pizza and snacks from next door and bring over. Street parking, come early.

Kind of a tucked in sort of place harder to find. I believe they do have street parking…read more Small area, but ample dance floor staff is nice. Drinks are pretty good and the prices is not too bad. It's not the most lively atmosphere, but it is a cool spot to try out

Although I love the aesthetics associated with a craft cocktail from an upscale bar, I also…read moreappreciate the simplicity behind a stiff adult beverage from a dive bar. Looking to meet up and chat over a couple drinks, I suggested that a friend and I meet at the Mecca Club. When our Lyft driver dropped us off at the establishment (I highly recommend using a ride sharing app when visiting this bar), I honestly couldn't tell if the business was still in operation. The outside sign was not illuminated, and at the time, the two motorcycles parked outside was the only indication of patrons. However, when we opened the back door (it literally felt like entering a secret society club), we were greeted by a friendly employee named Amy, laughter from some folks at the bar, and the sound of tunes coming from the jukebox. We took a seat at the bar, Amy politely requested to see our ID's (this is a silent compliment when you're in your late 30's), and we placed our orders for our first round of margaritas. As Amy concocted our drinks (she really puts love into making each drink), she greeted the patrons that continued to file in. What really stood out about Amy was her ability to not only remember the names of the regular patrons, but also their drink preferences (now that's what I call exceptional customer service). I did not watch Amy make our drinks; therefore, I cannot attest to how many shots she put in each drink. However, I will say that the drinks that are served here are indeed stiff (by no means am I complaining). Hence, why I suggested that you utilize some form of ride sharing if this is your bar of choice. If you're not in the mood to deal with downtown/midtown parking and the increasing prices of cute craft cocktails, I highly recommend checking out Mecca Club...enjoy and please be safe!

I loved having lunch right along the river! It's a hot day today but there's shade and fans so we…read morefelt fine. I had the salmon and my coworker had the Cajun pasta. Great portions and the salmon was great. We did have to wait a bit to be seated but it was lunchtime so that's fine. I'm in Sacramento area again next month so I'll definitely enjoy this restaurant again.

I want to like this place. great location, great view. But both times we have been there the…read moreservice is underwhelming. Waited 5 min in bar high tables, no one came to talk to us. went back to front, waited 5 more minutes for host to return, then asked for table with server. waited at table for 10 min before server came to take our order. Ordered drinks and food at same time. Got food before drinks arrived. Saw server only 3 times - take order, deliver drinks and give us the bill. food was good. wasn't given proper serving utensils (no knives, only forks) for our order. probably won't come back. Spent $100 for 2 of us. just don't feel like place is well managed for customer service. can't tell if they are understaffed or not organized

We had a time, we had a time!!! The vibe was really good. Folks just eating, drinking and having a…read moregrand time. The DJ was dj'ing his tail off. Allllllll the music was good. This one man came in and let me tell you, he brought a party with him and partied the entire time. He as about in his 50s and he danced by himself, he danced with the young and the older. He was a whole entire VIBE. We purchased a table for 4 and paid $100 in advance. We were happily surprised to see that when we arrived we received a complimentary champagne and juice for mimosas! Ok so that's the good stuff. Here is why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. We paid in advance for a table howevor, they let the people in first who did not have a ticket or a table, so we and others with tables had to wait until they paid and went in first. That defeats the purpose, in my opinion, of paying in advance. I hope they consider to allow advance payees in first. I mean coupled with the champagne, that would make it a complete VIP experience. The service. They had one young lady on the floor and she was stretched thin. She came to our table and took the order of our 2 friends and walked away. She did not take my and my daughters order. I was like what the heck. She walked to the next 2 tables, who had already had their food and took their drink orders. When I got her attention she was like "I know" and then walked to a third table before coming back to our table. I was flabbergasted to say the least. If they did not automatically put a 20% service fee on the bill, please beleive she would have received a lesser tip for that. I dont know if they were short staffed or what, but that was crazy. Please know your credit card will be required to open a tab. They put a 20% service fee on the bill. There is a $200 minimum spend for each table. Leading with that i will add, the minimum spend would not be a problem except, if you don't drink you are stuck with ordering multiple plates of food. I ended up ordering the fried chicken (3 large wings) and a French toast plate. I dont drink beyond mimosa and they do not offer any non alcoholic options aside from juice...at least from what I saw on the menu. The food... Omg, the fried chicken was lukewarm and had no seasoning on it. We doused it in hot sauce, that is how bland it was. The French toast, while pretty, was cold so I did not eat it. The eggs and potatoes were hot and sufficient. No one at our table finished the chicken. The catfish was good and perfectly seasoned. I wish they had seasoned the chicken the way they seasoned the fish. The table next to us did not finish their fish and grits. The lady told me the grits were subpar. Another lady did not eat her breakfast burrito. One person at our table spoke to someone about the bad service we received and they adjusted our bill so we were not required to meet the $200 table minimum. So that was a good save. Overall I would give 5 stars for the vibe. Music. Complimentary champagne. 1 star for the food. I hope they consider revamping their menu and marinating the chicken overnight in some good spices and frying it to order, even if folks have to wait a bit longer. Lukewarm unseasoned chicken for $15 was disappointing. Would i come again, absolutely. I would eat beforehand and not get a table so I dont have to spend $200. I would drink mimosas and party. I do recommend going because despite the food, the party is a VIBE!

I dig the set up here: bar in the middle, seating around the sides. There is even seating on the…read morepatio outside! Apparently this used to be a liquor store - there is a large refrigerated area in the back. Came here for lunch and had the drunken noodles. Wow, talk about spicy! While it was very tasty, I had to sip water in-between bites. Tried this spot again for happy hour. Now this is where it's at! They have "train shots" for $3. Yes folks, the train tracks are practically right outside the door. I wanted to buy shots for my staff and thankfully the bar tender just let me get the train shots sans train. It does pass by periodically however. Great vibe and fast service. My coworkers said they want to come back here again. Can you blame them if the boss is treating? LOL.

I've had the pleasure of eating at Mezcal Grill many times over the years, both dining in and…read moretaking out, including at their Broadway location. The service and food quality have always been excellent. They have a huge menu, a friendly staff, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels a step above a typical taqueria or fast casual spot, with solid table service to match. It's about time I gave them the credit they deserve because their food is consistently great. Historically, I've loved their enchilada plate, especially the mole enchilada. It's one of my favorites. Today, with the sun out, I was in more of a mariscos mood, so I ordered the shrimp ceviche and the fried tilapia plate. The ceviche is very bright and fresh, with mango mixed in, which adds a really nice layer of flavor to the traditional combination. It comes with freshly fried tostadas that are crisp and flavorful. I'm not personally a fan of the white crackers on the side, but they also bring complimentary chips and salsa, so once the tostadas run out you can use the tortilla chips instead, which works just fine. The tilapia was excellent. It's hard to go wrong with a well fried tilapia, and they do it right. The guacamole and pico on the side are great for building tacos, and the beans and rice are both perfect. You really can't go wrong coming here, especially with the variety they offer. Sitting outside on the patio is nice, though this particular location can feel a bit sketchy at times since a few odd characters often cut through the parking. It's mostly fine, but if you're looking for a more relaxed patio vibe, the other location might be a better option. That said, this spot also has a comfortable indoor dining area.

We chose to go here due to the great reviews on Yelp, and as usual the Yelp reviews were accurate…read more We were quickly seated and chips, salsa and water were on the table so fast. The chips are good, but nothing particularly special. The staff was friendly, as were the other diners who offered unsolicited suggestions of their favorites, one of which my mom chose to get! We ordered a shrimp burrito, a mahi-mahi burrito, and the mole enchiladas. All three were excellent, and the portions (especially the burritos) were large. Highly recommend, and plan to come back next time we are in the area.