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    4.2 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Bars, American
    Closed • 2:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Casual
    Live music
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials

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    Fried zucchini, the ranch tasted homemade.
    Victoria T.

    We went out for girls night here and had a good time! I felt that they were pretty handicap accessible, had big portions, with a good wine and beer list. The noise was a bit loud and the decor seemed a little dated. Overall the pros outweigh these, the service was solid, and we had a fun! 1. Parking Parking lot with 2 handicap spots. Also easy walkway from the handicap spots into the restaurant. Easy to pull into from the street if coming from 99. I would suggest not trying to back out to the street when leaving however and instead we went through the parking lot, made a left at the ally and from there make a turn from the stop sign at Main Street. 2. Menu: Every thing we ordered was delicious. They had a large wine and beer menu. The blonde beer was ice cold and light for a summer drink. The house red was pretty mellow and very full bodied. The Sauvignon Blanc wasn't too sweet and had a hint of vanilla. The portion sizes of the meals were huge. None of could finish our plates! The bread is extra at 6 dollars, but worth it mainly due to the garlic/chive butter with it. We also ordered the fried zucchini as an appetizer - it was hot and crispy. The zucchini and breading were not soggy at all, and the breading stuck perfectly (these are common issues I've had at other places with fried zucchini) The ribeye was cooked perfectly and was incredibly tender. My friend pointed out that this was a very large piece a bit on the thinner side- they may have pounded it out to tenderize it is our guess. The farmer special was our favorite. It was a braised short rib and you could order it with pasta however we did it with the polenta. It was so very tender and savory. Came with a lot of polenta and it was very cheesy with Parmesan. The linguine and clams had both shelled and unshelled clams. I felt that there could have been more meat for the clam to pasta ratio. It was full of garlic and the cream sauce was zesty. 3. Atmosphere: It's a decent sized building, with a nice big bar in the front a smaller room to the left and a larger room in the back. There was plenty of seating for if you needed to wait. The walkways were wide and it was easy to move around, so no issues using a walker here and I would guess a wheelchair should be fine. The backroom had big booth seats, and would probably be good for large groups and families. The decor seemed a little dated and there was a jukebox in the smaller room, which although we were seated in the back was very loud and at the beginning of our experience it was hard to hear each other and was distracting. During this time the music kept switching songs every 10 to 30 seconds. I inquired why, and every Tuesday night they do "Music Bingo". So that could be a plus for some people, who want a more laid back atmosphere and enjoy a community game! The people in the front of the restaurant seemed to really enjoy it! However I would say if you are planning a quiet evening out or a first time date, you may want to come any other night but Tuesday. 4. Service: All our food and drinks come out in an appropriate time. Drinks were cold and food was hot! Our server made sure we had everything we needed and the manager even come by to check on us. I do love the brick building and how it's on old Elk Grove. We will be back!

    Bread pudding with vanilla ice cream
    Mia M.

    We have lived in Elk Grove for over 8 years now and we always say were going to come and eat here and finally we were able to do so. We sat down in the bar area (kid free for the night). Upon arrival we ordered our drinks and had no idea where to begin so we asked our waitress what she recommended-sautéed mushrooms(if you're a mushroom lover this is what you need to order) as an appetizer and Beef Stroganoff (enough food to feed 2, the pasta was freshly made too ) as our main dish Chris the manager approached us and welcomed us. Immediately my dodger fan husband began a conversation with him and the rest is history. We ended with the bread pudding with vanilla ice cream drizzled with Caramel and OMG it was heaven so good I might order this first next time. Our first visit will definitely not be our last.

    Prime rib and farmers special
    Annaise R.

    I was craving a good hearty meal. This place is always good for that our favorite is always the farmer special. But I tried their prime rib this time and it was pretty good.

    Maxine P.

    In the area for a ProbPickleball Tournament and staying in Elk Grove with family. Decided to go out for a birthday dinner with husband. We ordered full rack of ribs and vegetable side and bread to share. The ribs were fairly good with a mustard sauce and bbq sauce to add. The vegetables were tasty and between ribs and veggies we had more than enough food. The server was efficient and brought our meal out hot. Ambiance had not changed much from years ago. They have a parking area next to restaurant which is convenient in Old town.

    Filet mignon and mashed potatoes
    Jeremy C.

    We found this place and it looked pretty good. We got there and had to wait about 10 minutes. The place was pretty busy around the bar area. They sat us in the back restaurant where it was much quieter. The waitress was great. Grabbed our drink order right away and then came back and took our food order. I got an old fashioned and I gotta say. They can make some good ones. I ordered the filet mignon and it was absolutely cooked perfect. Their mashed potato's is a huge portion and very tasty as well.

    Bread pudding

    First time dining here, and we already plan on coming back! We had a wonderful experience from start to finish. We ordered the clam chowder, fettuccine Alfredo, chicken Marsala, lamb chops, and prime rib French dip. Everything was delicious and well prepared. We ended our meal with the bread pudding and tiramisu, and the bread pudding was absolutely fantastic! Our server, Elaine, was attentive, friendly, and provided excellent service throughout our meal. The hostess was also very welcoming, and we were seated promptly. We also had the pleasure of meeting Chris, the manager, who was incredibly friendly and shared some interesting background about the restaurant's history. His recommendations were excellent and added a nice personal touch to our experience. One thing we really enjoyed was the variety of dining areas. There's a bar area, a front dining area with a nice window setting, and a back dining area that offers a more intimate atmosphere. We had the pleasure to dine in the back and really enjoyed the ambiance and artwork--it made for a relaxing and enjoyable dinner. Overall, great food, excellent service, a welcoming staff, and a beautiful atmosphere. We had a fantastic first visit and are already looking forward to coming back!

    Shelby G.

    I haven't been to Brick House Restaurant in a few years, 4-5 years. For appearance sake it's the same. Brick building, older vintage vibes, nice interior, great parking and I love the talking security cameras and signs posted in the lot. I opted to sit in the bar and watch football, 49er's vs Sea Hawks. There was a group of men and two women there drinking and a collaborating about something, maybe fantasy football, IDK. They were a bit spicy but the bar wait staff handled it; they are on top of it which I appreciate. I was greeted immediately by a hostess offered dining room or bar seating; I chose a pub table in the car. The bar staff were very friendly and welcoming, attentive and represented the restaurant bar professionally. Big plus! I had hot, fresh baked bread served with garlic butter, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Delish! My main course was Beef Stroganoff, also excellent. Diet Pepsi was my beverage; bar staff kept my glass full and checked on me regularly. It was an excellent meal: hot, fresh and flavorful, huge portion with leftovers for lunch tomorrow. The meat beef was amazing. If you want soup or salad it's extra as was the bread. The meal plus a good tip seemed pricy especially for one person. But the cost of everything has gone up and I haven't been out for fine dining in sometime. I like to treat myself well, and this dinner was delicious and exactly what I needed. Big kudos, again, for customer service from Tahnee (sp?) and Melissa.

    Fried Calamari
    Lauren C.

    Husband brought us here to celebrate my birthday. The have the bar area in front with the dining room area in the back with cozy booths with a nice ambiance. We had the farmer's special with polenta, the prime rib, pappardelle pasta, the fried calamari, and vegetable side. It was our first time here, and everything was amazing! Polenta was super creamy and well balanced with the meat. Husband loved the prime rib and horseradish. We both agreed though our favorite dish was the pasta! Great service too! JJ was our server, and the manager, Chris as well checked in on every table to make sure everyone was having a good experience. When Chris heard it was my birthday, he also had a cheesecake included on the house too. We'll definitely plan to come back again in the near future!

    This lady as the rest of the staff are remarkable
    Nancy F.

    I have been coming to this wonderful restaurant for years. The staff is unbelievable Awesomeness. I have never been disappointed with anything, lord knows I am picky. They all go beyond to do what they can for all as quick as possible. I have been in customer service as a stylist for 45yrs, I know quality when I see and experience it. Thank you Brickhouse in Elk Grove for being the beautiful people you all are. I am very bless to be apart of this family.

    House salad
    Eric W.

    We decided to try out Brick House on a whim after going to the Thrift Market on Old Town Plaza. The atmosphere is comfortable and familiar even if you've never been. We didn't have a large appetite so we shared a house salad that was loaded with fresh veggies and a creamy Italian dressing. Then we split the seafood pesto dish as our main entree. It came out piping hot and fresh. The manager even stopped by to greet us and talk for a few minutes! The portions were plentiful and satisfying. We would definitely return again!

    Garlic bread
    Gina G.

    Wow. We drove from 35 minutes away to try a new place and we were blown away. The food is impeccable. Our party of 6 has the pesto pasta, the short ribs with polenta, prime rib, and appetizers. We also ordered sides of mashed potatoes (eh) and pesto pasta (AMAZING). The portions were generous and every one of us had to get a to-go box. We were stuffed but equally happy that we ordered dessert anyway. The bread pudding was our favorite but the apple crisp was also stellar. Kind of a steakhouse vibe but also casual dining. We enjoyed the ambiance and service. The manager Chris came around and checked on us in addition to our server. We will be telling friends about this find and we will be back!

    Sherril S.

    Came here tonight for a Friendsmas Gathering for 6. They sat us in the front for the main dining space was reserved for a private party. We actually really loved where we were seated - by the decorated window, Christmas tree and had a spacious table and comfortable chairs. We ordered a the Calamari, Fried Zucchini, Meatballs, House Salad, Seafood Pasta, Loaf of bread with the trimmings. We ordered the lemon drop, some blood orange drink, and beer. Everything was on point :) we really enjoyed the Pesto Seafood Pasta and will highly recommend this dish. The sauce was perfection. Desserts were also yummy. We had the tiramisu and some kind of pie that was just heavenly Service was excellent and our was host - Lane (excuse the spelling) . She was attentive, kind and super sweet. She checked on us often but also allowed us space to do our mini table games and gift exchange. Thank you so much Brickhouse Staff for having us. Will definitely come again!

    Ribeye steak perfectly cooked! The roasted garlic was amazing!!
    Frankie X.

    Another Great Experience. I had planned to order the Beef Stroganoff because many locals have recommended it. I ordered the Ribeye steak only because the folks on the next tale ordered it and it smelled amazing!! Our Ribeye was awesome!

    Pancetta Fries, so cheesy!

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    Ask the Community - Brick House Restaurant

    Does the current menu support dining in at 2pm upon opening?

    From 2pm-5pm (happy hour), only the appetizers on the current menu are available. We also have a lunch burger and chicken sandwich that are not part of the current menu. All of these items are offered for dine in at $5 off regular price for happy… 

    Who are some of the live bands that play here? And why styles of music do they play?

    Unfortunately, we do not have live bands anymore.

    Is the garlic burger still available?

    It's not on the menu, but if you call ahead of time, we can prep one for you. Call the manager Chris at 9165132324 by 2pm the day of your visit.… 

    Sorry for the dumb question, is the dinner menu served at 2 pm opening or only beginning at 5 pm?

    The full dinner menu starts at 5 pm. The Happy Hour appetizer menu is from 2-5.

    Are we able to make reservations online?

    Unfortunately, no. You can call us at 916-714-0840 after opening (2pm Tues-Sat) and we can let you know our availability.

    What broth is used to make your clam chowder?

    With patio dining (or eventual possible limited indoor), are they doing Happy Hour? We miss it so much.

    As the weather gets better and/or indoor dining is permitted happy hour will be returning soon. Check in on our website brickhousedining.com or call for updates 916-714-0840. My guess would be April.

    Do you still have brunch? Where's the menu?

    They don't do brunch anymore....super sad.

    Hello, do you have live bands play at your venue?

    Not anymore. We received a large request for DJ music so now on Friday and Saturday from 9pm-close "Screaming Mike" our house DJ entertains our late night guests. Zero cover charge and $2 off all drinks at the bar during Happy After Hour.

    Hello, what is your happy hours?

    Happy Hour is everyday from 3pm-6pm. Then Happy After Hour from 9pm-closing. $2 off all drinks at the bar including discounted appetizers up to 50% off.

    Do u have a kids menu?

    We have kids options like spaghetti, fettuccine, cheese ravioli, Mac and cheese, chicken fingers and fries etc. but you’ll need to ask your waitress as we don’t provide a physical kids menu. Thank you!

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    This is likely the best restaurant in the Pocket/Greenhaven neighborhood and is definitely worth…read morethe trip for those who don't live in the neighborhood. A very small quaint restaurant with high quality ingredients and a cozy ambiance. A husband and wife run this place with a few staff and it is packed almost every night. I'd recommend making a reservation. They even recommended an appetizer because "there's only one chef and he's working on 31 plates". There are some patio seating in addition to the indoor tables and the bar. Nevertheless, it didn't seem to be an incredibly long wait for our food. We ordered the orchiette con salsiccia, which seems to be on the menu often. One of my favorite things to order. The sausage is cooked perfectly and has good flavor and I love the broccoli rabe and pasta texture. It's not a very saucy dish but full of flavor. We also tried the fregoli e gamberi. Again, not saucy, but great flavor. The shrimps were cooked really well and had great salinity and spice.

    We arrived as a party of 4 on a Friday night at 7pm. Though it wasn't too busy, we ended up waiting…read moreabout 30 minutes for our main course to arrive -- not too long if we were just a party of adults, but with a young kid, this was a bit on the long side (not the fault of the restaurant). Other than the wait, the waiter and waitress were lovely and attentive through the meal. Our appetizer (asparagus & burrata, with prosciutto) did arrive quickly. It was tasty, though two of us found the burrata cheese quite salty, and the asparagus was a bit chewier than I expected. The Torchio e Granchio stole the night; the Dungeness crab meat was excellent and tasted fresh, and matched the cream sauce well (which I normally don't like to eat, but was great with the crab). The beef and pork meatballs were sizeable, which was appreciated; we found them a bit over-flavored however (particularly with oregano), and the sauce-to-meat proportions was a bit much (way too much sauce for the amount of pasta and meatballs for our taste). I found the Orecchiette con Salsiccia to be wwayyy more spicey than the Fregola e Gamberi. Though on the menu they both have one chili sign beside them, I could barely taste any spice in the Fegola e Gamberi, but in the end I picked out a small pile of chili pepper bits from the Orecchiette, which even after doing so my mouth still burned through the meal. They definitely need to add an extra chili next to this dish in the menu.

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    Pastosa By Lucia - Gnocchi with brown butter sage sauce

    Pastosa By Lucia

    4.7(606 reviews)
    10.3 mi
    •$$

    Go. Oh man. So good. I typically am skeptical of very popular places, but I was invited here for my…read morebirthday! We were seated inside the next to the kitchen. Our waitress was Giovanna and she was absolutely perfect and great attention to details! Everything was made from scratch. Pasta and sauces! This place was found on Instagram and was amazing!!!!!! Everyone was so friendly. The City of Galt has a GEM. Our food order below was: Classic lasagna - Perfecto Fresh salad with Italian dressing - Perfecto They need to bottle this and sell it. Both dressing..... Simple pasta with red velvet sauce - Perfecto Play pesto with crumble sausage spaghetti noodle - Perfecto Calamari sticks perfectly cooked and flavorful- Good Chicken Parm - Perfecto Mozzarella sticks - Good Fresh Focaccia bread - Perfecto Minestrone soup - Good Dessert: Cheesecake and Truffle Cheesecake - Perfecto Overall, we all had great meals, fair pricing, totally worth it. Will be back soon!

    Ooof, at the risk of sounding a bit snobby...do folks around here really consider this to be…read more"great" Italian food? I actually drove from Roseville to try this place out b/c I LOVE Italian & this place had such glowing reviews (the made-from-scratch pasta being a big draw also). Arrived on a Wednesday evening at just before 6pm & only waited about 10 mins for a spot to open up inside (they do have outdoor seating as well). Waitress quickly stopped by, dropped off some focaccia bread & asked what I'd like to drink. After that...I waited. Make sure you have plenty of time to kill by the way, b/c the service here is on the slower side. My wine finally arrived about 15 mins later & I was asked what I'd like to eat. Inquired about the pear + cheese ravioli & was told that it was on the "sweeter" side, but also that it was popular & I would actually be getting the last order of it for the night. Decided to go for it. Funny enough, the food came out way faster than my glass of wine did. Here is where the real problem began though. The ravioli was undercooked & difficult to chew. Not al dente. The filling itself was definitely on the sweeter side, but outside of that, it was bland. The brown butter sage sauce didn't add much to it at all & I ended up having to rely heavily on the salt/pepper that were already placed on the table. Overall, this wasn't something worth driving 45 mins for, but now I know for sure. At least the bread was good...lol.

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