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Genki Kitchen

4.8 (120 reviews)
Closed 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Leilua L.

I adore this place, and it's a whole family affair. The older kids were earning there keep and seating the guest which I LOVE and the food was all amazing and unique. Service was great and the space was nice and open. The loco moco had a fusion of gravy's that paired nicely and was yummy. Everything was delicious and can't wait to come back to try everything on the menu. Definitely stop in for a creative brunch option

Genki Loco Moco with sunny side egg
Nick C.

Genki Kitchen is located where Evan's and Kau Kau used to be. Lots of parking there but it usually gets full around lunch time. Lunch time the place gets busy too but after around 1:30 there's less of a wait time to sit down. My wife and I just happened to look for brunch places since we wanted to try new places and saw Genki took over the spot. It looked like it'll have a unique brunch menu so we had to check out. On our first visit we ordered 3 different items that sounded good on the menu because it's either we like the food and come back or we don't if what we got was not good. We ordered the Genki Benedict, Genki Loco Moco and the Country Fried Katsu on our first visit. The Benedict was absolutely delicious with the yuzu sauce and spam. The Shoku pan under all of that just elevated it and it was one of our favorites. The Loco Moco had two gravies that were white and brown with a perfectly cooked patty that wasn't mushy and had good texture. I got the sunny side egg on top of that. The country fried katsu had great texture with the gravy that was great as well. On our second visit we got the loco Moco again but with a tornado egg to switch it up and it'll be hard to choose between that and the sunny side next time I come. Next the GyuDon my son got and he said was great but I didn't get to try it since he finished it before I could get a bite . Also got the Curry Katsu Chicken Don and server let me know I had the option to do gravy instead so my big back went with the gravy and I'd do it again. Overall 9.5 out of 10 and we will come back here often. I believe Dan the owner talked to us on the second visit and he seemed like a great guy.

Complementary coffee and hot tea ( possibly due to it being Mother's Day)
M D.

*Rice and tasty * I give Genki Restaurant 5/5 stars for overall experience. From the moment we walked in, the experience felt warm and welcoming. You can really appreciate the love for Japanese fusion food throughout the menu, and the service stood out right away. A special shoutout to the young host, Tray, who was an absolute star. He greeted customers, took orders, and even brought drinks to tables with such a positive attitude. His hospitality truly helped make the experience memorable. **The food is 4/5 stars The loco moco was pleasantly delicious. The patty was seasoned well, and I loved that they served both curry sauce and house-made gravy with it. I also personally enjoyed the softer, mushy rice texture, although I know that may not be everyone's preference. The house-made gravy with the country fried katsu had good flavor. Since I've enjoyed many different styles of katsu over the years, my palate is a little more sensitive to seasoning, so I personally would have liked a bit more salt in the chicken and crispy, seasoned potatoes. I may not drive almost 30 minutes to come back again, but this is definitely a good local spot for those in the area. I truly hope this family-run business does well -- give it a try and see for yourself, because every palate is different.

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Mai K.

First time trying out this restaurant. While speaking to our waitress, she mentioned this restaurant switched owners and identity about 4 months ago. The service was amazing. The waitress came by asking if we needed anything a few times and the chief came out to ask how the food and everything else. Very cozy, homey vibe with 90s to early 2000s music. I shared the genki okonomiyaki and ika geso. We got tornado egg with our okonomiyaki and it was perfect. The right amount of sweet and savory. The bacon was crispy and the veggies soft, but not mushy. The ika geso was delicious. Thin layer of batter and crispy. Overall, it was a good experience.

Katsu fried chicken. Super Bomb.
Chester C.

This place is bomb AF. Probably in my top 3 breakfast spots. My list is long and I am obese so just trust me and go check it out. I'm actually eating my leftovers from yesterday right now and I needed to hop on here to pay homage. I brought the fam and we all split the Loco Moco and Katsu Fried chicken. This place has all the American breakfast classics with Japanese fusion. Our meals were perfectly executed and delicious. I can't wait to go back.

Loco Moco
Jennifer T.

A very cute spot! Hidden if you don't know what you're looking for. We were greeted by the whole family for Sunday brunch. My bf said it felt like he was invited into someone's home and they fed him homemade cooking. I had to try the loco moco and they do not play with the portion. There was so much brown and white gravy, I don't know which one I liked more. Seasoning was perfect and tasted so fresh. I would get this again but would like to try other menu items as well. My bf ordered the teriyaki steak skillet. This was great as well. Steak was cooked perfectly and I'm usually not a teriyaki type of person but it pairs well with the steak. And the tea helped everything settle in my stomach as well. So good! We will be back soon! So glad we gave this place a chance. :)

Loco moco
Judi M.

After seeing Genki featured on several Instagram accounts, my curiousity was piqued. My sister and I came for brunch around 10 am on a Saturday. The place was small but we easily got a table. At first, we could not decide what to get because everything sounded so good. We finally settled on the Loco Moco because we never turn down a chance to try this dish when we see it on the menu. The second dish was a Curry Katsu Chicken-Don. While both dishes were great, but the Loco Moco was our favorite. Instead of a fried egg, they opted for a tornado egg over rice. The hamburger patty was definitely homemade and topped with two different gravies: brown and white. It was served with pickled ginger. The dish was pretty rich but having the pickled items cut some of the richness down without diluting the savory flavors of the dish. Service was exceptional. As soon as we walked in, a young gentleman greeted and seated us right away. He offered us complimentary tea after he sat us. The weather was chilly that day and the tea hit the spot. The owner and several other staff members came by our table. Not just to ask if we need anything but seem to genuinely care about our feedback. It was really nice to be able to interact with the owner. He invited us back and we did a couple weeks later. We got the Loco Moco again on our second visit as well as the Okonomiyaki, a savory pancake topped with an egg, bacon and pickled ginger. Once again, the Loco Moco stole the show. The okonomiyaki seemed more like a fritata, but still very tasty. I cannot wait to come back and bring my friends. It's located where Kau Kau used to be. Depending on the day and time, parking could be limited.

okonomiyaki and chicken and coconut cream waffles
Jerry H.

We arrived early on a Saturday. Owners Dan and Nancy greeted us warmly for their soft opening weekend. We ordered the chicken coconut cream waffles and the okonomiyaki. - the coconut cream waffles were really great. The coconut cream that we got on the side was especially delicious with the chicken and waffles. I would say the chicken could be slightly juicier, but other than that this dish was hit with both of us. - the okonomiyaki had a nice flavor with the traditional sauce and egg pancake. The bacon and fried egg on top was a nice spin on the traditional dish. I felt the cake would be better with a less "formed" shape and some noodles (the W ay I've had it in the past. Overall we really liked what we tried. A big "thank you" for the complementary tea and white peach mimosa! UPDATE: Back again, this time with the kids - Moco Loco: daughter enjoyed it, but couldn't finish it - Chicken Katsu Curry: crispy and delicious (ordered with curry on the side) - Crispy Chicken with gravy and potatoes: yum! - Beef Udon soup: Actually our favorite with a new delicious, rich flavor

Joy Y.

I was so excited to finally try Genki kitchen! We came as a large party of eight and ordered so many items from the menu. The place was bright and open and welcoming and we had excellent service as soon as you walked in. Every dish was delicious savory and everything you had hoped for in a great brunch! It's the venue was fun open an area and definitely a lot of regulars were coming in greeting the owners as they walked in. This place is a must try!

Genki Okonomiyaki
Ashley C.

I saw the new brunch menu on IG and we had to come check it out! Genki Kitchen took over the old Kau Kau location. Plenty of easy parking and we were the only guests as soon as they opened on a Sunday morning! Seems like a family establishment with all the kids putting in effort and showing great work ethic. Love seeing them all work together like that! The menu is easy to read and doesn't have an overwhelming amount of options. They have a brunch menu as well as appetizers, noodles, and donburi options. -Genki Okonomiyaki: loved the addition of an egg on top to make it a brunch dish! I think I would've liked more filling inside the pancake itself like a traditional okonomiyaki with more seafood and veggies but otherwise it was a tasty dish. - Kikori omelette: We liked the different meats inside. It looks like a big portion but it's actually mostly potatoes. I think a bigger omelette or just lowering the $21 price may be more enticing. - French toast with fruit: love the thick cut shokupan and the house whipped cream! Overall was a great experience here with very friendly service. They sometimes checked a little bit too often but like I mentioned, we were the only ones in the restaurant and I'm sure they just wanted to make sure our needs were met. I hope they have lots of success and last a long time in this location!

GENKI OKONOMIYAKI
Ivy Q.

Nancy was my server and she is very sweet. Family owned restaurant. Her husband & kid also works together. All super friendly & bubbly people. They really know how to make people feel welcomed & comfortable at their restaurant. No wait on a Sunday afternoon which was great! This is where Kau Kau was. If this place gets busy, parking may suck!!! Ordered GENKI POUTINE, COUNTRY FRIED KATSU, GENKI OKONOMIYAKI GENKI OKONOMIYAKI had to be our favorite. The pancake itself is not your typical pancake like American diners. The sauce on top is what gives it the sweet with a mix of savory. There is also a sunny side egg where you have to break the yolk if you want to balance out the sweet. Highly recommend! Have a bite with the purple carnage included in the dish! Gives a refreshing taste. COUNTRY FRIED KATSU is inspired from the American brunch menu. The katsu was really well battered. I could enjoy the crunch with the meaty chicken. The flavor of the crust was also phenomenal. Add some gravy to the katsu too. I do feel the gravy was a little bland. It also comes with potatoes & bell peppers. The potatoes were not all the way cooked. Cones with 2 sunny side eggs or if you prefer scrambled. Nice touch of runniness if you don't want gravy for the next bite. GENKI POUTINE was okay. Not my fave. It was French fries with gravy, bacon bits. sunny side egg. I would like more flavor & toppings. We were also provided with complimentary coffee or tea. Make it iced if you like. A limited time offer they have rn.

John L.

Overall we enjoyed our time and plan to go back as they have lots of interesting options for food. Wanted to try them all! Service: solid. Greeted by a very polite and professional young person. The older staff are equally polite. Never felt ignored or had any delay in service. Ambiance: it's fine. Nothing special but feels nice and clean. Parking is not an issue. Food: ordered 3 times: Ika geso (app), beef udon, and locomoco. Portions are great for the price you pay. Because the portions are on the bigger side, I don't feel like I paid a lot. I thought price was very fair. The Ika geso is good. Crispy and fine dipping sauce. Basically their fried calamari but just the legs. Udon: this was the clear winner. Broth was sweet and had fantastic flavor. Beef and noodles were cooked perfectly. Loco moco: this was the item I saw on IG that made me want to try the place. Visually it looks great. Overall flavor: it's fine. The beef is fine and the 2 sauces are good. The brown gravy and cheese(?) white sauce are both good. The egg is also just fine. A few suggestions I would offer: use day old or warm rice. Fresh rice made it wet and it got mushy with the sauce. Also, after awhile the entire dish gets mushy and the flavors kind of blend together. If they offered something pickled or something that was a little spicy- that would elevate the dish imo.

Genki Loco Moco
Chloe Z.

The food was amazing! Me and my boyfriend came in sometime in the afternoon. I got the Genki Loco Moco and he ordered the Genki Benedict. The ambiance was wonderful and it felt very homey and warm. Dan was attentive and friendly towards us, and made sure we were taken care of which we deeply appreciate. During our dining experience, he made sure to check on us and we made it very clear how much we were enjoying the food. The Loco Moco tasted amazing, there is a sizable portion of white rice beneath the eggs with creamy white and brown gravy-- the presentation was beautiful. On top of it was a thick, cooked season patty of beef. I was so full and satisfied by the meal. Everything in the Genki Benedict was very good too, the potatoes were crispy and warm and I think cooked in butter. The bread was toasted with a slice of ham, and sunny side eggs on top-- which were cooked until the yolks were jammy and runny and enhanced the experience. My boyfriend couldn't help but finish the side of salted and whipped butter with his potatoes and toast! We are going back again to try more dishes!

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10/10 foods were delicious. It's not a typical Japanese restaurant. Never seen such a unique menu.

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great food and great service, friendly workers and clean surrounding. Parking is not a problem

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A hidden gem for brunch. Creative standout Japanese inspired dishes. Cozy place. Fast and friendly service.

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The Porch - Bacon cheese roll

The Porch

3.7(2.1k reviews)
2.8 miMidtown
$$

Went on a Saturday for brunch with three other people and when I asked the wait time, the host took…read moreawhile to seat us, even though I said we were ok with outside. At the end, we ended up seating outside and all the time wasted could have been to help other people. Our server was friendly, but since we were outside she would take awhile to come outside. The meatloaf was a big plate and my husband could not finish it. He did say it was a bit salty. The shrimp and grits were great (would recommend). My son's chicken tenders were great as well and looked homemade and not like it came from a frozen bag. There is paid parking around the area. It was a 60 degree day but with jackets on, the weather felt amazing. When we had stepped into the restaurant it had felt too stuffy, so I am glad we got to seat outside.

Came down this week for the first after hearing good reviews about this place and was honestly…read morepretty disappointed on what we had and the experience as a whole. Do make sure to make reservations before coming in, luckily a table opened up and the host was able to get us seated promptly. The seats we were given were near the bar and it was only the one bartender taking care of his bar and the tables which lead to not having the best service. Again we get it was the bartenders area but you would think since it's the weekend you would have two bartenders working that area. When it comes to the food, my wife's brisket Benedict was pretty solid nothing crazy but my meal was probably the worst one.... When I hear the words " anything scramble" i think of a bunch of ingredients mixed together as a scramble. This was more of just scrambled eggs with some fried avocados on top. These breakfast "potatoes" were also dissatisfying and flavorless. I've worked in the restaurant business and can tell you that I hated when people sent plates back so I'm not one to send my plates back and make complaints, but this one was very close to me breaking that personal rule. Personally I don't think I'll ever come back at least not for their breakfast hours.

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Old Soul - Veggie quiche. The blandest quiche ever!!!! 0/10

Old Soul

4.1(1k reviews)
2.8 miMidtown
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I stopped by Old Soul Co. on a weekday morning and tried their latte, which was simple, well-made,…read moreand really enjoyable! The drink was not too heavy, and the cozy atmosphere made it a great place to enjoy this cup of coffee. Service was friendly, and there were many people enjoying their morning here.

A quaint, independent coffee place located in an alley. The design inside looks very worldly, but…read morealso factory vibes. Some easy going international music playing....just overall relaxed vibe. We came here as it was near noon, we hadn't eaten yet on a Sunday, and our brunch spot had an hour wait. We thought get something to hold us over, and kill some time. Two birds, one stone. The young woman working the counter was very friendly. My wife got a chai latte, cold, and I ordered the hot chocolate and a danish. I won't "rage" about a basic hot chocolate, but..... Unlike other coffee shops, chain or otherwise, this had an actual good balance of burning hot, yet creamy and chocolatey. If your inner child kicks in, definitely try their hot cocoa. The danish was good....light and airy pastry, and the fruit in the middle was tart. They also have specials which are actual full meals, but unable to comment on those. For a hot drink and pastry, though... definitely recommend

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Zebra Club - I've been known to get up early for Portugal

Zebra Club

3.5(357 reviews)
2.8 miMidtown
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I finally stopped into Zebra Club at 9:30am on a Saturday to catch up with a big group of people…read more The bar was already hopping, and it looked like there was a previous group hanging out after watching early morning sports on the TVs. I ordered a Guinness and we moved to the back area as our group grew too large to have at the small front tables. They have breakfast and lunch available and had an impressive menu for what I thought was just a bar. We asked our server what she recommended and she said the waffle fries and French toast are great. While we passed on the French Toast (this time- I'm more of a savory breakfast person) we did get waffle fries ($7) and their Zebra Special ($15.50) that comes with two eggs, meat (ham, bacon or sausage), hash browns, and choice of toast. We paid a little extra to get a biscuit with gravy instead of toast. We also ordered jello shots for the group and it was very fun having morning jello shots with breakfast. They have a lot of televisions here and seem to serve as a watch party destination for a lot of sports fans. They also have an outdoor area, which is great for groups, but we also noticed that the small of people smoking wafted into the inner dining area from outside which was a drawback for me. The staff here was so nice and attentive and we had so much fun with our group here. Would highly recommend checking them out.

I had such a special experience at this iconic 916 bar. I called a week in advanced and asked if…read morethey would host a party of 14 for a 6AM birthday celebration in September, just wanted to show up with a big group for breakfast. They simply said yes but I did not expect for them to set up a giant table with place mats for us in the back! On top of that, the server was pro status and our food came out super quick. Super good classic quality breakfast too! Shout out to the kitchen staff. My heart was so full, I recommend it to all folks!

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Casa East Sac - Maximino pepperoni pizza!!

Casa East Sac

4.3(274 reviews)
0.2 miEast Sacramento
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I have dined at Casa East Sac many times for brunch, for lunch and for dinner. It's a hidden gem in…read moreEast Sac. Street parking only and limited. Arrive early to park on residential street. I recommend making reservation in advance. Weekend brunch can get busy. They have a small covered patio. I saw someone had a private bridal shower in the patio and thought that was such a cute idea. I love EVERYTHING here. My go-to is the deviled eggs. Can't go wrong with breakfast with eggs but you must try their pancakes and waffles. I think they rotate their menu periodically. For lunch/dinner, we like to order their pizzas and a salad. Simple but so good! They are a small local business. Go support them whenever you can.

The husband and I treated my mom to a nice Sunday brunch recently at Casa and enjoyed our…read moreexperience! Service was friendly and informative. Interior felt like you were dining in someone's home (in a good way!). And the food was tasty! We started off with the deviled eggs (no bacon) and they were perfect! I opted for the avocado toast which was on some delightful bread and had a fresh salad on top. The husband and mom both ordered the eggs benedict (husband went with salmon, mom went traditional) and they loved it! The husband doesn't even ordered eggs benedict normally and devoured it. Oh yeah, the mom also ordered a pizza once she saw the table behind us order it and we had a slice each but took most of it home. Was great! Overall, great brunch spot with excellent food. Come for the food, stay for the vibes.

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Tower Cafe - Come try our Lunch and Dinner Specials from around the world.

Tower Cafe

4.1(5.5k reviews)
3.3 miLand Park
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Me, my lady, and best friends had a wonderful time at Tower Cafe…read more Upon arriving and checking in we were told it was gonna be a ~40min wait, so we decided to wait in their little garden area. It felt like we're in some amusement park, 5 minutes later we got a text that we had a table ready for us. Inside the restaurant felt very cozy yet rowdy (in a good way). We ordered their Famous French Toast, Eggs Tower, Thai Steak & Eggs, and the Madame Cristo. Everything in our meal was delicious, and hit in all the right places. Not to mention our server was holding it down for us providing outstanding service even while pregnant. Great restaurant, great food, great service. Definitely wanting to come back!

Tower Cafe is one of the pillars of Sacramento, a longtime fixture in the city's zeitgeist. People…read moreunderstandably love it. It's been years since I've been, mainly because of the long wait times and no reservations on weekends. As a planner, I gravitate toward places where I can make a reservation. However, it was a special occasion, so we committed to it on a holiday weekend. The wait was estimated at 1.5 hours for a party of 7, but it ended up being closer to 40 minutes, which honestly wasn't bad at all. The patio and waiting area are gorgeous and make the wait worth it on a beautiful day. Great shade from the trees, solid service, and a really nice ambiance overall. The menu is massive with a little bit of everything and huge portions, so it's quite hard to decide. I settled on the Madame Cristo because it sounded decadent and somewhere between lunch and breakfast, which felt perfect for brunch. And decadent it was. The cheesy ham and béchamel blended into this super rich, fatty bite balanced by the French toast it was sandwiched between. The eggs on top were almost overkill, but still a welcome addition for some protein. The chipotle raspberry jam was surprisingly good too, almost like a smoky raspberry salsa that added sweetness and helped cut through some of the richness. The potatoes were standard and nothing to write home about. It was definitely a lot, but pretty good and exactly what you expect from a brunch spot like this. I'm not going to say the food is mind-blowing, but it's solid and they have unique dishes, great vibes, and something for everyone to enjoy. Nice to see that Tower Cafe is still doing well after all these years and remains a great place to celebrate special occasions.

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Now you can get our dressings to go

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