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4.3 (268 reviews)

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Karen C.

I came here for dinner with a friend, and we decided to share a pitcher of mojito, the King Salad, and the Jerk Chicken Bodega Plate. For dessert, we went with the guava pastry. The salad was fresh and tasty, though I felt the passionfruit vinaigrette could've had a stronger passionfruit flavor. The Jerk Chicken Bodega Plate, however, was a standout which was packed with flavor and perfectly paired with their arroz con gandules, maduros and plantains. Our server, Alexis, was wonderful and gave us great recommendations on what to order. We were a bit disappointed that the beef empanadas were sold out, but that just gives us a reason to come back next time. We'll definitely be returning!

Alejandra G.

I came here for a "mixology" event a year ago and my first impression was that this place was great! When my parents asked if I wanted to meet them here for happy hour, there was no hesitation. We got situated. There was one server but only three couples then three people at the bar top. This experience was not good and I will not be going back. The server we had wasn't good. He messed up our order, he didn't make eye contact with anyone at the table, just not comfortable vibes. The drinks themselves were good. We had mojitos. The food however, was extremely bland. We asked for fries and received the Yucitas Fritas. We also ordered the beef empanada and jerk wings. Wasn't impressed with anything and wasn't worth the price to be honest. Cute interior though. I do like the colorful walls and decorations.

House made hot sauces
Ryan U.

This place is really charmy (is this a word?) From the decor to the furniture/seating, you can tell they wanted to present Cuba in Sacramento! The service was on point and the food was delicious. I really appreciate this restaurant and think it's a gem

"Gina Colada"
Matt D.

UPDATE: I've been going to Bodega regularly since my first review, and they've gotten better and better. The menu changes regularly with new items (right now there are several new vegan dishes being offered), and they are constantly doing fun events. We had a delicious, traditional roasted pig meal for their 2 year anniversary, and right now I'm here for a "make your own" old fashioned event! Their cocktail game has been elevated so high since my first time, with some drinks that have rivaled the best bars i've been to. The vibes are awesome, the food is great, and the cocktails are on point! I hope this place is able to finally break the curse of this location! Incredible food, mixed drinks, and service. I've never had a C sandwich in this style, and it rocked my world. The "Gina Colada" tasted nothing like a pina colada... and also rocked my world. The dude at the register was super patient with my parents and their weird order preferences, and everyone who worked just seemed chill as hell. It's rare to get a place like this in south sac, and Im happy it still has the "hang out" atmosphere the bar it replaced had. Highly recommended.

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Laurie M.

This is a friendly neighborhood restaurant that caters well to those that want a good cocktail menu and small plates. The entrees for dinner on the evening i was there (Thursday) were only 5 + a Thursday night turkey sandwich. I ordered the Cubano sandwich which was nicely toasted and filled with a variety of proteins. My sandwich was very good. I also had a glass of the French red wine which was good and sensibly priced. My friend ordered the double burger "smash burger" and she ate every bite which lead me to believe she loved it. I'll be back.

JIBARITO PLANTAIN SANDWICH $9
Alex T.

Came here for some happy hour and try out the menu. . Plantain sandwich- with cheese, mayo, and pulled pork and beef mix with 2 slices of plantain as the bun was really good. It was different and felt healthy with out the carbs. I love drenching this in the habenero sauce and pineapple spicy sauce too. . Jamaican jerk chicken wings - loved the char grilled wings cooked to perfection. It served on a sizzling platter with sprinkling the sauces to make it sizzle. . Tacos with pulled pork and nacho cheese was crispy thin and savory. . Overall the ambiance is casual inside. When you walk in grab the menu and sit at a table. The inside has lots of seating. The service was great. The food was comforting, different and is great for someone adventurous. I do see veggie and vegan options which I liked. Hope this review helps and thanks for reading. Have a yelptastic day!

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Savannah R.

I visited Bodega Kitchen & Cocktails on Tuesday, 3/26/24, around 2 PM for lunch. For the appetizer, I tried the Yuca Fries with Mojo Aioli. The fries were deliciously light and airy. The aioli sauce paired well with fries. For the entree, I got the Braised Oxtail dish. It came with arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas), avocado, tostones, and pickled veggies. The entire plate was palatable. The meat was tender and the rice with peas was beyond delicious. For the drink, I got Cranberry juice. It was refreshing. The restaurant staff members were attentive and friendly. I also loved the inside of the restaurant. It was inviting, vibrant, and colorful. All of the decor as well as the wall art were fantastic. Overall, this restaurant is truly wonderful. I will return here in the future.

Braised oxtail w/ fried plantains and bed of rice
Anthony W.

Been wanting to try Bodega for a while and finally made my way there. It's got a nice energy, lots of people having a good time, and a lot of people at the bar on a Friday night. Out waiter was really cool, and he had a great name which we both share. The food ordering system was number based, they leave a number on a stand at your table, and assign your items to a tab. I wasn't sure if you are suppose to bring the number to the bar to pay or just ask your server. But they got my money in the end no problemo. The food was pretty good but not mindblowing. I tried the jerk wings and they had a great sear and was served very hot in cute little cast iron dishes. I can't help comparing to a hole in the wall jerk chicken place next to FB HQ in Menlo Park that actually was mindblowing. I also tried the braised oxtail which was served very tender on a nice bed of tasty rice. The meat could have used more seasoning I think, but all the little sides like pickled veggies and avocados help augment the flavor. My dining companions had the seared prawns and said it was very good too. My wife had the Penil and she said it was decent but she seemed more impressed by the yucca fries. I'd love to go back and try their burger, cubano, and mussels w/ chorizo. Looking forward to experiencing a little slice of Cuba in my neighborhood!

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Connor L.

We were going to see the new Bob Marley movie and wanted to find some grub that was on theme and Bodega didn't disappoint! We ordered the empeñadas and fried jerk chicken sandwich with yucca fries. The flavors were all on point and the cooking was done to perfection. The slaw on that sandwich was . The menu has a lot of interesting options which made it difficult to narrow down, guess we'll have to come back ‍. The service was very friendly and helpful but also let us be to enjoy our dinner. The interior was a nice mix of sit down intimacy and small sports bar vibes. All in all I'd recommend if you are looking for some good authentic Jamaican food.

Paloma
Tei L.

Okay so Boom, came here two years ago. Some girl made me the best Mai tai ever... the food to me wasn't amazing (keep in mind I'm Trini and I tried the doubles and... chile. I knew it was Puerto Rican so why tf did I think the doubles would be good) but this year I was like lemme come back... chile so glad I did!! Had the plantain nachos and loaded asado fries both 10/10 (fries had sweet and salty flavor) and nachos were absolutely loaded with seasoned beef and plantain cooked to perfection. My husband had an old fashioned which was top 3 and not the 3! And I had a couple shots of tequila. Lo, our bartender was extremely attentive and did a shot with us! All and all I will be back definitely monthly for a night out. 10/10 experience... I ate too fast before taking pics but here's a photo of my fire Paloma! Great ambiance at the bar

Pernil- roast pork with yucca fries
Sara E.

What a fun new dining addition to Sacramento. I love Puerto Rican and island cuisine and Bodega brings the flavor. Roast pork/pernil was delicious and generously portioned. My friend had the oxtails with pigeon peas and rice. She shared and it was delicious. Menu changes seasonally, as do the cocktails. This is bound to be a regular spot on my dining rotation. If you have any love for Caribbean cuisine, check out Bodega.

Coco bread Cubano
Saran W.

My husband and I met up with our friend for brunch at Bodega. We had had Bodega bookmarked since it first opened, so we were excited to try it out. It wasn't busy when we walked in and the staff let us know that we could place our orders at the bar and then take a seat anywhere. It was more like a help yourself setting. There were cups on the tables with napkins and utensils. Cups and a water dispenser were located on a separate table towards the back. My husband and our friend both ordered the Cubano and I opted for the Hangover Bowl. Our friend also ordered a hot coffee. Our orders were brought over to our table after a short wait. The bowl was really good and I only wish there was more! I can see why it's called the hangover bowl - the rich flavors would be sure to cut through any fog from a night out. I tried a bite of the Cubano and thought it was okay. There was definitely a lot of meat, but I didn't get as much mustard or pickle flavor. The fries were perfectly crispy and fresh, and I arguably enjoyed those more than the sandwich. The location has a really laid back vibe during brunch. Another family, who I'm assuming knew the owners, brought in kids bikes to work on at the table next to us. The restaurant started to fill up around lunch time as we were wrapping up our meal. I'll be back to try more items beyond their brunch menu!

Empanadas
Jude A.

I ordered the Maduros, jerk wings, and empanadas. I had an old fashion for my beverage. The jerk wings were fantabulous, and the empanadas were off the chain. The plantains were a little dry.

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Ask the Community - Bodega Kitchen & Cocktails

Is this place Kid friendly?

Yes, it's a regular restaurant with a separate bar area

Are there options for dairy free plates?

Yes, they have several dairy free foods.

Do they deliver?

through toast

When is happyhour?

I believe its daily from 3-6pm

Does their menu include vegan options beyond a salad?

Yes

Is there outdoor seating?

Yes, in front of the restaurant

Do they have vegan options?

Yes

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