A fantastic find! The Bear and Crown Pub nails that authentic British pub vibe the moment you walk in. Dark wood, cozy corners, and just the right amount of lively chatter create a welcoming atmosphere. The food was spot on. The Scotch Eggs were perfectly crispy on the outside with a beautifully runny yolk, and the Bangers and Mash was comfort food heaven. Juicy sausages and creamy mash smothered in rich gravy hit the mark. The staff were genuinely friendly and the service was quick and attentive without being overbearing. It felt like we were regulars from the first visit. If you are craving proper British pub fare in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, this place is a must. Highly recommended! read more

Bear & Crown - Scotch Eggs - Delicious! - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

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A nice new spot in Old Sacramento for the tourists and locals alike. I really appreciated that this place is comfortable and seamless with hosting large group events. While a little pricey, likely because of the location, we had our own space and a great selection of foods. We love that they seem to understand that some of the most delicious British food consists of the foods from countries they colonized, so the menu incorporation of the Indian curries are much appreciated! There was quite the array of fried foods but all were very good and crispy. The salad was also decent. The interior is a bit far and moody, but I think that sets the vibe. The staff seem fine and are available if needed. Parking may be a little rough given the location, but it's a fun place to check out and have a nicer meal in Old Sac! read more

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My coworkers and I were attending a day-and-a-half work conference and, like all responsible professionals, we decided the best way to recharge before heading back was to escape for lunch. We wandered into Old Sacramento and came across Bear & Crown, a British pub, and honestly it ended up being one of those "why haven't we tried this place before?" moments. The space inside is huge and has that cozy pub vibe without feeling cramped. Plenty of room for groups like ours that need space to decompress from PowerPoint slides and conference snacks. Our server was fantastic. Super friendly, very attentive, and somehow managed to keep our table happy while juggling everything else going on in the restaurant. A true professional. Now if you know me, you know I have a personal policy: if a restaurant has a pretzel and beer cheese on the menu, I am legally obligated to order it. I'm happy to report Bear & Crown absolutely delivered. The pretzel was warm, soft, and the beer cheese was exactly what you want when you're pretending to have a responsible work lunch. The rest of my team ordered the fish and chips -- because when you're in a British pub, you have to commit to the theme. Everyone loved it and there were very few crumbs left behind, which is always a good sign. Overall it was a great lunch break and a perfect way to mentally recover before heading back to the conference. We were already talking about coming back to check out the patio and maybe stay a little longer next time. Until next time, Bear & Crown. read more

My husband and I were visiting Old Sacramento on Saturday and decided to check out Bear & Crown for the first time. The inside was decent sized with plenty of tables and booths - I loved seeing the interior decorated like a true London pub. The old school phonebooth was a nice touch too! We ordered the Kids Grilled Cheese and Fries, Fish and Chips, Pub House Pretzel, Scotch Eggs and the Best Date Ever. I also ordered a Gin Fizz which was a special drink they had for Mardi Gras. Everything was so good! My husband loved his Fish and Chips, the kids devoured their Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and I ate every single one of those Scotch Eggs and bacon wrapped dates. Everything was cooked well and seasoned perfectly. They also had a Mardi Gras menu available that included special drinks plus Gumbo and Shrimp and Grits. Service was spot on - he gave great recommendations and was super friendly. Our water glasses were never empty! They also offer a gift shop with lots of British items and snacks! Overall, we are big fans of Bear & Crown now! There were so many items on the menu that sounded great - we will definitely be back next time we are in Old Sac! Check them out! read more

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I was seriously craving Shepherd Pie and though they didn't have it the barkeep was able to direct me to a suitable choice, their Cottage Pie. For $17 in a piping hot small cast iron serving dish it hot the spot. It's a nicely seasoned mix of ground beef, onions, peas and carrots in a rich brown gravy topped with whipped Duchess Potatoes. It was very flavorful and worth the charge IMO. They also offer at least a dozen beers including the larger well known brands and some local flavors. I have visited this pub in the past and it never disappoints. I will return next time travels being me to Sacramento. read more

Bear & Crown - YUM Cottage Pie! - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

Since parking's always a challenge for us when in Old Sac, we decided to park in the lot by L St, behind The Firehouse Restaurant. It was $6 for 2 hours which wasn't too bad. We were in this part of the Capital City for Dine Downtown 2026. We checked in earlier than our dinner reservation that Saturday and got sat in a spacious booth. It's beautiful inside with oversized seating booths, couches & ottomans, pool tables, and a full service bar. While the outside had more seating, it was too chilly for a comfortable dinner. Being a British pub, they are adorned with decor reminiscent of London. They also have a souvenir shop in the adjacent connected stall. Our drinks were the non-alcoholic Modest Mule and a glass of 20 Acres Cabernet Sauvignon. Appetizers were the Scotch Egg and Tomato Bisque (soup of the day). Entrees were Almond Crusted Brook Trout and Bangers & Mash (sausage and mashed potatoes) Desserts were Seasonal Bread Pudding and Sticky Toffee Pudding. For $49/person, this wasn't a bad deal. The fish and desserts lacked in flavor though. This is a good British pub in Old Sac with a great environment for watching a game while having a meal or a drink. Staff was nice and the restrooms were clean. read more

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Came here on a Saturday dinner for Dine Downtown. Made a reservation on Open Table and I definitely recommend doing so as weekend can be busy. I heard 1 couple without reservation was told that the wait time was about 1 hour. Bear & Crown is located within the Old Sac area by 22nd street. On a Saturday night, it was not so hard to find parking. $3 per 1 hour for parking in one of the garages, max of $15 per day. This restaurant space wise is huge with a bar area, tables and booths. Good for groups. The Dine Downtown Menu is as follows: Appetizers * Scotch Egg - 7-minute egg wrapped in house-made sausage and bread crumbs served with house made curry mayo (yummy!) * Soup of the Day - Tomato bisque (yummy too) Entree * Bangers & Mash - two english-style sausages, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, onion gravy & buttered peas - this was good as well *Almond crusted Brook Trout served with basmati rice, lemon-tarragon butter, lemon broccolini - the fish was good but could need a little bit of seasoning and sauce Dessert *Sticky Toffee Pudding served with vanilla -bean ice cream and house made caramel sauce *Seasonal Bread Pudding served with house made caramel sauce Drinks * hubby got a cabernet *I got the modest mule (non alcoholic option) Me and hubby got 1 of each. The Dine Downtown pricing is $45/person for a 3 course meal. This is a worth it deal. Food here in Bear & Crown was good and serving was huge we had to take home the bread pudding and half of the trout. January 2026 read more

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Stopped in on a Friday afternoon for a drink and a snack. It was dark and empty in the restaurant except for the bar, and we sat at the bar. We ordered a couple cocktails from the list, they were watery and overpriced ($17) very disappointing. The scotch eggs were good, but when it says 7 minute egg on the menu, I would not expect the yolk to come out hard boiled. The bartender was friendly and they had games on the many TVs. Overall it's not a place I'd return to with all the other options around. read more

Bear & Crown - Scotch Eggs - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

Bear & Crown is a fantastic spot in Old Sacramento for true "stick-to-your-ribs" comfort food. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, and the restaurant itself is quite spacious--perfect for accommodating larger parties. We visited on a Tuesday night, and it was pleasantly slow, which made for excellent service. Weekends tend to be much busier, so this was the perfect time to go. On a previous visit, I ordered the Steak and Frites, which was very good. This time, I went with a classic: Bangers and garlic mash with peas--and absolutely loved it. The two bangers had just the right amount of char and were full of flavor. The mash and peas were delicious, and I happily cleaned my plate. My friend ordered the Cottage Pie, which leaned slightly sweet but was mostly savory and entirely delicious. Fair warning: it comes out very hot! I highly recommend Bear & Crown if you find yourself in the Old Sacramento area. General Note: If you're visiting over the Christmas holiday weekend, parking can be difficult due to the Christmas show. Consider Uber or Lyft, or allow extra time to find parking. read more

Bear & Crown - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

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First time at Bear & Crown and we were really impressed. The service was great ~ friendly, attentive, and our server had solid menu suggestions. Our food came out warm and exactly as ordered for our group of four. Cocktails well done! The inside has a really warm, clever, inviting vibe that makes you want to stay a while. We'd love to come back in warmer weather and sit outside because the patio looked perfect for a relaxed meal. Overall, excellent food, great people, and an easy place to want to return to. Recommend! read more

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We were at an event at the Crocker Art Museum and this British Pub came up as a local recommendation. I thought we'd need a reservation for Friday night and we did make one, but it was pretty open when we got there. It is a really big spot and was a bit more full when we left, so perhaps it is more of a late night spot. James was our server and he was really nice and helpful. My husband is a fish and chips snob and couldn't decide between the fish and chips and chicken tikka marsala, so James offered a piece of fish on the side. That was a great way to try the fish without committing, and it was cooked as he likes it - crispy and fresh without too much thick breading. The chicken marsala was generous and delicious, just like a British Pub should be. I had the butternut squash soup and a farro salad. They were both yummy and filling and I wound up taking some salad home. I loved my Pip Pip cocktail with Pimms, my favorite English beverage. The decor is nice and it's clean with tons of space. We would definitely return and try the whole fish and chips next time. read more

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What a wonderful gem in Old Town Sacramento. Staff and service genuinely warm and friendly. English dishes were delightful and tasty. The steak frites and cottage pie were on point. Lots of TVs for watching g sports along with 2 billiards table and probably darts as well. A very warm and inviting place to watch sports and enjoy food and drinks. read more

I can't believe it took me so long to stop into Bear & Crown! I've been wanting to go since they first opened and we finally went for Happy Hour/Dinner. First off, it is WAY BIGGER than I thought it would be. They have a few seats right out front, and inside they have seating at the bar with some high top four seaters as well as booths and tables around the restaurant, plus some comfy seats around the TV up front. Plus, there's a huge outdoor area that is beautiful. We made it for Happy Hour so we ended up ordering a couple beers along with their Happy Hour Scotch Eggs ($6/egg), the Beer-Battered Banger Bites ($7), plus the fried pickles ($12) off the regular appetizer menu. We loved how all the sauces were made in house, the curry aioli with the Scotch eggs was delicious. They were our first every Scotch eggs so while we don't have anything to compare them to they were delicious and the yolk was nice and jammy. The fried pickles were house pickles, very thinly sliced into chips and were crunchy and flavorful. The house made ranch with the pickles was the perfect pairing. The Beer-Battered Banger Bites were indulgent but super flavorful- definitely something we would order again. For dinner we ordered the Cast Iron Seared Salmon ($28) and the Cottage Pie ($17). I'm embarrassed to say I didn't realize you could choose the temperature on your fish- goes to show how often I'm ordering salmon. Our server suggested medium well and it came out flaky, moist and super flavorful. It was served over dill rice with a Scotch cream sauce and capers. The full dish was filling and really delicious. The Cottage Pie was much more homey, filling and definitely a comfort dish. It has ground beef, in a tomato onion gravy with peas, carrots, and was topped with duchess potatoes. All the flavors went so well together. Our server, James, was amazing. Super nice and conversational, he gave us some great suggestions from the menu and made sure my water was filled checked in to see if we needed refills on our beers. Check out their social media for events and specials. I know we'll be back soon! read more

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Found this place completely by accident. We were in old Sac waiting for a venue to start and wanted appetizers. We walked up 2nd street and saw that this was a British pub so we decided to just try it. The pub was so pretty inside. There's a red phone booth exactly like the ones found in London. A couple of lounge seating areas that reminded me of a ski lodge or a room from a bed and breakfast. And the bar sits right there so ordering drinks and getting food was so easy. We got the Trout Pate, Scotch Eggs, and Bacon wrapped dates along with a pumpkin spiced cocktail and red ale on draft. The food and drinks were so good. The only complaint was we got really stale bread for the pate, but everything else was delicious. 5/5. From the pictures you can see how good the food was and the prices were reasonable. The service was impeccable. We were a big group of 6 and the staff was attentive and patient while being extremely professional. It was a really nice experience. We want to go back asap so maybe next weekend :) read more

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Comfortable setting The room is very large and accommodating. The British-style fare is a bit out of place with the Old Sacramento area but tasty. The Fried Pickles were particularly good. The service was helpful and attentive. read more

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We had an amazing dinner. The Chicken Tikka Masala and the Salmon in addition to the Pip Pip Punch and Pinot Noir were amazing. Maggie was a very attentive server, made us feel at home, and provided great advice. I did tell her we'd be back and I meant it. Catch you on the 5th of every month at about 8:15 at the same booth. read more

Bear & Crown - Chicken Tikka Masala/ Grilled Salmon - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

Stopped for a quick lunch while sightseeing. Got the Bacon wrapped dates appetizer and it was BETTER than expected, which is saying a lot since I thought it would be good. Just split a chicken wrap, which was good and big enough to satisfy both of us!! read more

Bear & Crown - Bacon Wrapped Dates - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

Stopped in for an early dinner, the place was pretty empty, we were seated at a large booth. The place is large and even if it was crowded, it wouldn't have felt as if you are sitting right next to the table next to you.l The poutine was delicious, the fries were crisp and the gravy was rich and peppery, I think the potatoes were coasted with spices which added to the flavor of the dish. The fish and chips left a little to be desired; the fries were soggy and there were parts of the batter which tasted overcooked. The sticky toffee pudding was kind of a joke, it was store bought sponge cake with a little hot sticky toffee poured over the top. Our server was friendly, overall service was good. read more

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Newer restaurant in the old sac area. They have some good menu options including classic British food. I highly recommend the scotch eggs, full English breakfast and cottage pie. They have a good number of beers on tap. Service was a little slow but they are very nice. read more

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It was pride weekend, my best friends came down to March in the parade with me, after we were hungry and looking to continue supporting our own LGBTQ+ community. This place was picked based on the backstory and wanting to support the owners, boy did we make a mistake! We showed up to a basically empty restaurant; minus a few people at the bar counter, and were sat rather fast. Our drink orders were taken; I picked an Arnold Palmer, and we were left to look over the menu for 30 minutes. Finished my drink way before the waiter came back to take orders. After we placed our orders I asked for a refill of my Arnold Palmer, instead I was just served tea for my refill. We placed our orders; I ordered bacon & eggs, and proceeded to wait another 60 minutes for our food - mind you it's still an empty restaurant. Finally our food comes out, and nothing is correct or even warm. Everything lacks flavor, the plates & silverware are dirty, and out of a party of 6; which includes auto gratuity, NONE of us were happy with our food. We all started trying to make the best out of the situation by just laughing at how utterly ridiculous the service and quality of food was. To be fair though the staff did comp one of the appetizers and main entrees, because they sensed how bad their service was. But unfortunately the damage to their reputation was already done, and we simply will never be back, nor recommend this place to any of our friends. read more

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Overall, my experience and meal at Bear and Crown was decent. The pros: Nice ambiance and service was quick and friendly. We ordered the Fish and Chips to share and the fish was quite good. The cod was fresh, tender and flaky. The battered outside was delicious. Fries were decent but didn't wow me. I also ordered a side salad which was ok. The cons: The dish was $25 and came with one piece of fish and a small amount of fries. Really overpriced for the amount received. The dish also did not include the minted peas noted on the menu. The side salad was some leafy greens and three grape tomatoes halved. For $25 I would have hoped to receive at least 2 pieces of fish and a good portion of fries...maybe even a side salad..... So while the fish was good and atmosphere was nice, it was not worth the price I paid. I could go to Railroad Fish and Chips a couple of blocks away and get 3 pieces with fries for $15. I do think I would revisit for happy hour though, they did have a nice bar. read more

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A cute restaurant in the old part of Sacramento. We just sat at the bar to get a drink. They had a large draft list. Bartender was great. The restaurant itself is huge and looked like it had a good food menu. read more

Huge corner circular booth. Maggie, our server was really attentive. The kids meals were a hit- mac and cheese, burger, and chicken tenders. Adults enjoyed beers and the salmon entrees. Nice spot walking distance from the train and railroad museum. read more

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Wow! we wanted an early lunch on Sunday and saw this unique place. And double wow! The quality of everything was amazing. The poutine gravy was rich with the crispy fries and amazing cheese curds. The British breakfast had a bit overything. The fish and chips was so good!! The fish flaky and the fries crispy on the outside and fluffy on inside. The stars were definitely the cottage pie and sticky toffee. The stew was both rich and full of flavor. The sticky toffee melted on the tongue. Would come back just for those. Service was great. They checked on us multiple times. The bathrooms were clean. The ambiance was fun and would be great on Friday nights with couches and billiards. Great find! read more

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Came here with a group of people and the wait wasn't long. Definitely a good place to come with big or small groups. The server we had guided us through the menu and told us the specials/the most common things people order. It a good place to come socialize and eat food! read more

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Visited March 27th..see receipt. When I am in old Sacramento I try to fit in as much as I can because it's such a fun place to go to! It's kept it's charm and character! We went to the Bear and Crown because I really wanted a pretzel! Their pretzels are not the typical pretzel you would expect. It was a nice surprise to have a freshly made pretzel with perfect seasoning and served with 2 sauces. My boyfriend had the beer special and I had a glass of wine. It's beautiful inside with oversized seating booths. The outside has more seating and even set up for corn hole. The full bar is nice and the decorations make you feel you are in a British pub! They also sell items next door that remind you of England! Love the red phone booth( photo op!). Leo was our server and he was very pleasant and attentive! This is a classy yet warm environment! I will definitely be back in the future! read more

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Tried Bear & Crown for the first time for Dine Downtown. Did not wait long to be seated. Nice spacious place inside and I was sat at a booth. The person who helped me didn't take long to take my order. Ordered for starter the soup of the day which was the carrot and ginger soup, for entree the almond crusted brook trout, and for dessert of course the sticky toffee pudding. With that got a ginger ale. The food came out right away. I had the soup and very soon the trout came out. The person helping me was attentive and check with you if everything is good and if you want the next dish. Timing for each dish is on point for me. Thank you. All in all enjoyed my first try of this place and the meal. I liked the almond crusted trout. I find that the trout has a mild flavor, not fishy. With lemon squeezed throughout the fish and the butter, the balance of flavor for me was good. Not too salty and I like the crunch and texture that the almond crust adds to the dish. Maybe more flavor with the basmati rice that goes with it. I love the warm sticky toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream. Can't finish though, too full. Smiley emoji here. Brought it home for a later pick me up. Least favorite was the carrot ginger soup. It's good just not my fav. All of the items from prix fixe menu is available from their regular menu. Will definitely come back to try more British dishes to satisfy cravings. Thank you for a nice meal. Sorry no photos, forgot phone at home. read more

Loudness at high tops by bar: 80 decibels. This is equal to being near a running lawnmower. The bar was only 50% full. We visited on a Sunday evening. I love the uniqueness that independent restaurants bring to our city. Nevertheless, this was a disappointment. My dining companion wears hearing aids, so open dining room seating is a tough experience for him. We asked to be seated at a table/booth but were told that without a reservation there was only bar seating. I was facing the hostess station and saw very few people being seated, so I assume no dining room seating was due to a staffing shortage. My companion is from the UK, so he was excited about the menu. He had the Cottage Pie and I had the Mac and Cheese. Both meals were delicious! We were disappointed that our server hadn't told us about the Sunday Roast offering. After we had placed our orders, we began scrolling through their website to learn more about the restaurant. That's when we saw the meal offering. We tried to flag someone down to change our orders before it was too late, but again, because of what appeared to be a staffing shortage, we couldn't find anyone in time to change our orders. It's unfortunate too that our server hadn't told us about the Sunday special. I wish this restaurant the best, as my British friend was very excited to find a taste from home here. read more

Bear & Crown - Cottage Pie and Mac and Cheese - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

Food: 3/5 Service: 3/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Seating: 5/5 Parking: 3/5 Came on a Tuesday afternoon so it was very slow (busiest times are on the weekends). Even so, service was slow and wasn't too talkative. Ordered Steak Frites and this is not a steakhouse so wasn't expecting too much: Steak and fries lacked seasoning/salt. Steak was a bit charred (ordered medium). Overall not bad meal but 3/5. A lot of indoor/outdoor seating: the booths have very tall walls so feels private and enclosed, comfortable, cushioned seating. read more

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My husband and I stopped by on St. Paddy's around 8ish. We wanted to sincerely compliment Gage. He was all over the place, taking everyone's orders, yet still provided the best customer service. His attitude and presence added to our St. Paddy's experience. Huge thanks to Gage! read more

Came here and was excited to try a British pub. Bacon wrapped dates: D+ I will preface this by saying I'm not the biggest fan of dates, but it sounded interesting and ordered it anyways. The bacon was overcooked so it was tough and dry. The dates don't really pair well with bacon flavor in my opinion. Cottage pie: C+ Visually stunning. It looks very appetizing so props for the presentation. Unfortunately, this dish was a bit underwhelming in terms of taste. The potatoes were fine but the beef filling lacked any strong flavors. I like the interior layout of the restaurant and the vibe, but I was disappointed with the food. read more

Bear & Crown - Cottage pie - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

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We stopped into Bear and Crown last night after seeing the great reviews on Yelp, but unfortunately our experience didn't live up to the hype. My husband ordered the fish and chips, which came with just one piece of fish and a side of very average fries. For $25, the portion felt surprisingly small, though the flavor itself was good. I ordered the pub burger medium-well, and this was the biggest disappointment of the night. The portion was smaller than expected for $22, and the burger arrived badly charred. The meat was tough, and even the cheese was burned, which made it difficult to enjoy. To their credit, the staff did offer a complimentary dessert to make up for the issue. Service was friendly but on the slower side, and while the ambience is genuinely lovely, the food quality didn't match the prices or the atmosphere. Unfortunately, based on this visit, I wouldn't return. read more

Bear & Crown - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

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First time visiting and it's a huge place. We were seated right away in a large booth. We ordered the beet salad and I added steak. It was perfectly cooked. My husband ordered scotch eggs and devoured them. We really enjoyed the food and service. read more

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My husband and I had been wanting to try out this restaurant since we found out a British pub would be coming to Sacramento. We finally got to check it out today for a late lunch. We were happy to see that it was Happy Hour (M-F, 3-6pm)! We were also surprised to see how large the restaurant is. Ambiance: The ambiance is very cute and classy at the same time. You'll see items that hark back to the UK such as the iconic red telephone booth, plaid upholstery at the food booths, and English openwork chandeliers. There's a bar area and small sitting area where you can catch a game on the telly while grabbing a beer or cocktail. In the back, there are also pool tables where games go for $2 each or $5/3 games. I also saw that there is a giant Connect 4 in the large back room. Service: The servers were excellent. My husband and I were seated right away and brought waters. We received suggestions for cocktails and were checked on frequently. Food: And of course the most important part: the food. Having been to the UK a couple times now, we tend to sometimes crave the foods we had whole abroad. Since we arrived during Happy Hour, my husband ordered their half order of Fish and Chips, Banger Bites, and a pint of Guinness, and I ordered a Scotch egg, cottage pie, sticky toffee pudding, and London Boy cocktail (super refreshing, highly recommend). Everything was delicious and didn't take too long to get to our table! The curry mayo with the Scotch egg was divine. While the sticky toffee pudding was light and airy, and yummy paired with the ice cream, it did seem a bit inauthentic compared to ones I've had in the past even in the U.S; it kind of reminded me of a cruller donut. I also think the cottage pie is slightly overpriced for its size but it is filling for one person. Overall, hubs and I paid $84 before tip for everything we ordered and we left with happy hearts and happy bellies. We plan on returning at some point to try other items on the menu. read more

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We showed up about 6:30pm on a Saturday night in Old Town. Cruising was happening on the street out side, both low riders ( quite interesting) and motorcycles( very very loud) . It wasn't very busy so we were seated right away and we chose up front so we could watch the street activity. Service was good and the food very disappointing. The wrapped Dates appetizer was OK and I would not order again. The Cobb Salad was unimpressive and the pasta was extremely spicy. If we go again I would order the Hamburger as it looked way better than what we had. Service was professional and friendly. They charged (accidentally) for an extra beer and it was a big deal getting it removed from the check. They couldn't just remove it. We had to Void out and start over. Anyhow, my CC statement is correct so it was done right. I'm not sure if we will return. read more

I made a quick stop at Bear & Crown during a recent trip to Old Town Sacramento. I got a tip from someone that their Scotch Eggs were to die for. It wasn't particularly busy on this Sunday late morning, so I was surprised by the slow service. The server was pleasant, but everything seemed to take a little longer. I ordered the Scotch Eggs and once they arrived, they were pretty tasty! The presentation was simple and pretty. The space was large and airy, with TV screens on several walls. Seems like a good spot to watch a sports event. The overall menu offered pub fare and looked pretty good. Perhaps it was an off morning -- I would definitely give them another shot. read more

Bear & Crown - Scotch Eggs - Pubs Near Me - Sacramento, California

Writing this review breaks.my.heart. I have supported Bear & Crown from early on. I've written two reviews about this place. I have loved it here. When I'm home sick, this is the place I go to for poutine and scotch eggs. I thought that they were untouchable, unchangeable in a way but this last visit really broke my heart in an irreparable way. This is not something I would say about a restaurant but it really held a special place for me. When I went this last visit, I initially ordered poutine and scotch eggs as I do. I was informed that they no longer offer scotch eggs which would make it confusing for future visitors who see "a cosy place known for thier scotch eggs." There are no scotch eggs. No scotch eggs. As an alternative, I chose the two piece fish and chips and poutine. I've had the fish dish consistently for the last two years I've been to the restaurant just as I have of the poutine and the scotch eggs. The poutine came out first and I immediately far too many burnt fries. The second thing I noticed immediately was the fact that these looked like fries from Sysco and not the thick wedges they've always provided in this dish. Then, what really stood out was the taste. When I bit into these fries, I immediatly detected chewy, old fries. They had been sitting for too long - way too long, like a french fry from McDonalds. I chewed on a few more fries and when I turned them over I could see that they had been overheated/burned/charred in a broiler. The cook didn't feel he had time to deep fry a fresh batch but did have time to carefully turn them over so it wouldn't be immediately obvious how much the fries had been burned. The gravy is no longer the delicious, rich gravy that I've always had there. This was a packaged corporate product. I've never felt so upset about a bad dish because it has most definitely happened but in this case because I had a history of eating here, I truly felt like my loyalty and patronage has been taken advantage of. I've never said that about any food before. I finally told the server that he needed to take the poutine back and that it was not acceptable. He covered for what was an obvious disaster by explained that the fries were in the broiler a little too long. I pointed out to him that the fries were knowingly burnt on one side and were then carefully turned upside down so I wouldn't notice when the plate came to the table. I don't like that kind of behavior because if you're doing that to the fries you're doing a whole lot of other bad stuff to all the food. It's the toxicity of inadequate cooks. When I received the fish and chips, immediately I saw that I was getting one piece which was half the size of what they used to serve - actually less than that because they used to have two full servings but this is half of a one serving size of fish. It was extremely oily and overcooked. The fries were again frozen and very few on the plate. Both the fish and the chips tasted absolutely awful. I was shocked to see a half teaspoon of mushy peas. If it's a cost issue, broccoli is always a good substitute. Literally broccoli, garlic, olive oil and a squeeze of lemon will make the meal. I included a fork to demonstrate scale in one of the photos. It was just all so unacceptable. To be charged $25 for the fish and really all of the significant inflation on the menu was just not acceptable. I really understand that food prices and everything else has increased a lot but there is but if that's happening, the food has to be on point. There has to be someone in the kitchen who knows how to cook. I would never serve any of that to anybody. And on that note, I guess that closes the chapter on a place I've held special since opening. I can't go through that again. read more

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Do not miss out on this spot! First time in Sacramento and first time at this restaurant. Bear & Crown My Husband had the Peppercorn Bistro Fillet with a Bear Necessities and a couple beers, and I had the Cast Iron Seared Salmon with a Highland Spring Cocktail. Every item was Aaaammazing!! Not only the food but the service we received from Maggie was supberb as well. The pricing is also very reasonable, I mean the quality, flavor, atmosphere, service is definitely top notch. I highly recommend you stop in.. I wish there was a location in So Cal, we are from Riverside/Orange County.. we need you down there. Thanks again! read more

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The restaurant is absolutely beautiful and spacious. The food, unfortunately, didn't match up. I was so excited to see Poutine on the menu. I've been craving it since visiting Toronto. I don't expect Canadian-caliber Poutine in USA but this dish is barely passable on its own. The gravy was beige and way too peppery, they served it with XL steak-cut fries. I wouldn't get this again. The Guinness beef stew was also disappointing; the beef was dry, and the soup was lacking. I really hope they fix the menu as the ambiance is lovely! read more

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Was excited to try this place since I was out with my sister in law who was looking for something special since she is British and wanted to experience home. I believe the Ac may have been broken or maybe circulation wasn't well as it was too warm inside to try and enjoy a warm meal. Well overheard our waiter and the person who sat us mocking us because we had asked for fresh water because our ice had already melted. We decided as a group we would just find food elsewhere since the experience started unpleasant from the temperature to the unkind service. I don't normally feel the need to go to Yelp but the experience just was not what I expected read more