We went here on a whim, as we were on Sacramento's K street for a stage performance and the iMax,…read moreand spotted this between events. I am by no means a judge of French cuisine, so I cannot tell if this is truly representative or not, but we did sample a number of small plates and enjoyed it quite a bit. We did a full meal of fresh bread, French onion soup, a vegetable plate, an Ahi salad and their take on meatballs in a cream type sauce. THE PROS: The ambiance inside was quite nice, but we had lovely evening weather and dined outside on the patio. The fresh bread was delicious and the Onion soup was exactly what you want, rich flavor of caramelized onion with plenty of cheese. The meatballs with Gruyère, Dijon, shallots and crème was full of flavor. My wife's cocktail of gin lemon and blackberry liqueur was so good I going to try and make it at home! THE CONS: Please know these Cons are not reflective of the quality or flavors. In fact this may be the proper French way - but for us these few tweaks would have made a difference. The "Legume Grilleés" first listed ingredient was broccolini, but there was only one piece on the whole plate. The flavors were all there, and squeezing some juice from the grilled lemon gave the dish a great acidic brightness, The same goes for the Dukkah, which is a topping of toasted sesame, coriander hazelnut and cumin- but all we had was the sesame and could find none of those other spice notes. For the "Salade Niçoise" I would have liked the Ahi on the salad to really have been seared till golden, not gray. It was fresh but we've had so much good Ahi in the past, that this version left me a bit underwhelmed. The serving size itself was quite large, in fact they had split the order for us in the kitchen and I thought we had gotten two full orders! And as with the Dukkah, I expected more flavor from the salad's Dijon Vinaigrette. BOTTOM LINE: Yes we will go again. The experience overall was quite enjoyable, and there is enough variety to try something new. Sacramento's K street has had so many ups and downs it is great to have a place like Brasserie there. Each small plate ran between $12-$25. Our 5 items plus the cocktail came in right at $100, and we both left happy and hunger satisfied. RATING: 8/10

My boyfriend and I chose this restaurant to celebrate my birthday. It was a bit difficult to secure…read morea reservation due to limited time slots, so we expected it to be a busy night. However, when we arrived, the restaurant was surprisingly empty, and we anticipated a quiet, relaxed evening. We started with the half oysters and salmon tartare, and for our entrées, I had the lamb chops while my boyfriend ordered the duck confit. For drinks, he had sweet iced tea and I had Tito's with soda. The food was excellent--flavorful, well-prepared, and generously portioned. That said, I'm giving three stars primarily due to the service and ambiance. Our server (whose name I unfortunately forgot) was very friendly but not attentive, especially considering how slow the restaurant was. He didn't check on us after delivering our meals, and my boyfriend had to request a refill on his iced tea. Additionally, the bartender was loudly sharing what sounded like personal stories with another guest, to the point where it disrupted the atmosphere. We could barely hear ourselves talk. When dining out--especially for a special occasion--we were hoping for a more peaceful environment where we could enjoy a quiet conversation. While the décor is elegant and inviting, the overall experience didn't quite match the setting. I would return for the food alone, but I hope improvements are made in service and ambiance. Also, given how slow the evening was, the food took longer than expected to come out.

Stopped by one Saturday afternoon for a mother and daughter impromptu date brunch before my baby…read moreshower in West Sac. Loved treating my mom to a new experience! She ordered the Quiche Lorraine and raves about it daily. She also ordered an ice tea with cherry limeade that was so refreshing. I opted for the butter lettuce salad with a creamy dill sauce, and it was literally the perfect salad. Cute little spot with friendly staff. Can't wait to bring my mom back!

Stopped by here for breakfast at the recommendation of a friend…read more I was immediately disappointed by the menu. It did not look like it would really fill the emptiness that was in my stomach. It seemed much more like a small bite sort of place which maybe it is but... I don't know what they do with their food, but oh my God everything is so filling. Like I really don't feel like I ate a lot of food at all, especially comparative to some of the breakfasts I usually stuff down my mouth. I'm like uncomfortably full right now. We both got full And I've got a bunch of leftovers in the fridge. What I liked: their bread was really, really good. The bread they used on the ham and cheese sandwich was really tasty and it really made the sandwich. The croissant I got ....the walnut croissant super tasty and probably one of the better croissants I've had in a while. The ratatouille which I didn't think would be a good for breakfast was super tasty. Super rich, but really nice. What I didn't like: it is straight up criminal that the two slices of bread were extra with that ratatouille. you absolutely need that for dipping. Go ahead and include it in the price, but there is no way in hell that should be extra. Ham was only half warmed but that's OK... It was fine and part of me is happy that someone didn't have to stick their finger inside my sandwich.

Adorable little restaurant in what looks like a single-family home gives it a very intimate vibe…read more I had booked a reservation for 5:45 PM to make a 7 PM show at the university, I received a call at 4:30 PM asking if that was in fact my plan and if I could come a little bit earlier. I was happy to oblige. Fabulously attentive service. The goat cheese butter with the bread was a great start. Decadence in a bite. Then the rack of lamb with potato croquette arrived and honestly stole the whole meal -- perfectly crisp outside, creamy all the way through. The rack of lamb was cooked correctly but lacked character. Lamb should taste like lamb, and this one played it too safe. Not bad, just forgettable. The vegetables let the plate down. Overcooked Brussels sprouts and unevenly cooked sweet potato aren't what you expect at this price point. Worth the visit. That croquette alone earns it.

Visiting from out of town and had to try Mustard Seed based on the positive reviews. Restaurant is…read morewalking distance from UC Davis and on one of the quaint streets of Old Davis. We made reservations but saw many walk-ins who were accommodated. One thing noted was the price, as entrees ranged from $42-65. Not somewhere easily affordable to college students, and Mustard Seed drew older patrons. That being said, the food was delicious and the staff was very friendly. Popular on a Tuesday night which spoke volume to the quality of the food. We ordered crab cakes as starter, were served complimentary rolls with goat cheese butter spread, and also had rack of lamb, pan seared duck breast and pesto prawn pasta.

Let me start by saying the reviews that gave this place low stars are the type of people I want to…read morestay far away from. How you can give this establishment 1-3 stars is beyond ridiculous. We dined here for our first time yesterday, and I can't believe it took us this long to finally try it out. We had reservations for 7:30pm and arrived a bit early. We were offered to have drinks at the bar which we happily obliged. We don't recall the name of the lady who made our drinks, but she was great and clearly is top notch at her craft. My wife got the White Lotus and I had the Thai NAgarita (adult non alcoholic). My wife absolutely LOVED her drink and I also did. We were seated shortly after getting our drinks and seamlessly moved us to our table. Our server was great, again drawing a blank on her name. We ended up getting the Soup de Saison which was a creamy potato soup, sorry for my lack of ability to explain it correctly. It was absolutely phenomenal. Being able to take a soup as simple as potato and make it have the flavor it did blew our minds. We also got the Fava Bean Dip which comes with two pita bread. This dish was fantastic. We would order both again and again, but will have to try other Starters next time because we know everything will be amazing. For our entrees my wife ordered the English Pea Vareniki and I the Pan Roasted Alaskan Halibut. We both were extremely happy with our dishes. I tried the Vareniki and it was delicious. Again, we would both order these over and over. Mind blown. For dessert we got the Tarte Au Citron and also the special which was a Strawberry Pavlova. The Tarte was absolutely delicious and would get it again and again. The Strawberry Pavlova was hands down the best dessert dish we have ever had in our lives. We do love strawberries so that helps, but everything about it was out of this world. If it is available when we go, we will order it every time. Overall an amazing experience and loved the ambiance and old building feel. Definitely an Auburn vibe which we love. I have seen a lot of complaints about the noise, but once again, those are people I don't care to be around. It is sort of a smaller restaurant with people having a good time, so if you are people who are snotty and complain about some noise and others talking and laughing enjoying themselves, don't come here. Well done Restaurant Josephine. Absolutely phenomenal!

This weekend we dined at a restaurant that's been on my radar for a while. Restaurant Josephine in…read moreAuburn. It's not often a restaurant hits all my sweet spots, but, wow!!!! When we first stepped through the door, the aromas hit me with a punch in the best kind of way, if there is such a thing. The restaurant has limited space and was full when we arrived, so it was a bit loud and tight, but I have to admit, even though we were extremely close to our restaurants mates, it felt like we were in our own intimate bubble. Our server, Eric, was so kind and wasn't shy about sharing his favorites. We started with an asparagus salad with puréed black garlic and frisée that was flavorful and unique. It is so refreshing to see more than just roasted or steamed asparagus on a menu. For our mains, Rob ordered the Crispy "Iron" Half Chicken, and I ordered the Yukon Gold Potato Vareniki. Typically, we don't order food that I make well at home such as chicken and salmon, however, with Eric's recommendation, Rob landed on the chicken. It was the perfect crisp on the outside without being fried, and the perfect moist on the inside. It was served on a piece of grilled toast with garlic puree that was unexpectedly good. The Yukon Gold Potato Vareniki, are tiny pillows of potato filled deliciousness surrounded by a small pool of earthy brown sauce with chestnut mushrooms and cipollini onions. This dish feels like home that I can eat over and over again. We ended our evening with an almond cake with a citrus sherbet and sliced almonds. I loved the chew of the crispy outside and soft inside. Mixed with the sliced almonds and sherbet, it was as pretty perfect as a dessert can be. While the space is a little tight, the vibe is unexpected and delightful. I cannot wait to go back and try more dishes. This will be a regular on our rotation.

Wow, what a beautiful and relaxing experience having brunch and walking the grounds of Park…read moreWinters. Booked a reservation for 10, and we were promptly seated and greeted by our server Jake. He was very attentive, checking back to ensure a great experience. I had the butternut squash soup for a starter and the eggs benedict as the main course. Very delicious, fresh and beautifully presented. After brunch we walked the entire grounds and the main floor of the Inn. The Interior of the Inn on the main floor is very clean and elegant with beautiful furnishings and art. The grounds are quiet and peaceful with nook and open areas for relaxing with a glass of champagne or cup of coffee. The Flower Barn must be seen. There was a wreath making class going and countless beautiful dried flowers hanging from the ceiling of every variety. There is a little store on the property with more dried flowers, olive oils, jams and balsamic vinegar from the valley. Soothing jazz music played in the various areas of the property. I can imagine what the propery must look like at night, or for a wedding or party. I am looking forward to returning!

Awesome Easter brunch. Beautiful grounds, good food, love the vibe. Service was excellent as well…read more Good prices, excellent cocktails!

Great! Everything is great: food, staff, atmosphere. Perfect…read moretaste and perfect portion sizes. Anyone complaining about portion size is likely overweight. If you need unlimited food I'd reco golden corral for you?

I love the menu. The staff is very friendly. And the food... Amazing ! Comfort french food!…read more Love it. We went several times already and bought gift cards for our friends. I definite Y recommend it

If the morels with cream sauce are on the menu, the answer is YES! Plan your entree's accordingly…read more French Dining at its finest, with a vibe that's casual enough to bring the family. Service was impeccable, food was outstanding! Thank you Michael for pairing our food with wine perfectly.

First time here and overall satisfied but had better experience at Bouchon…read more Escargot was good but not as flavorful as Bouchon. Steak frites were good as well but Bouchon was better. Highlight was the tomato basil soup.

Great spot for breakfast or lunch. Very Busy, line out the door but it moved fast. Challenge…read morefinding a table inside (packed) but outdoor seating is available (windy). We ordered a savory vegetarian crepe "the Californian" with excellent side of herbed potatoes and a Vegan sweet Apple Caramel crepe filled with thinly sliced apples. Lunch savory crêpe was much bigger than the sweet crêpe which was more of a dessert, crêpe and slightly smaller, it doesn't come with the side of anything except a dollop of whipped cream. Both good. Iced Mocha with Soy milk also good. Fast friendly service. Street parking out front. Recommend.

After months of avoiding the daunting line at this place, my boyfriend and I finally braved the…read morewait to try it, and it was honestly worth it! The line actually moved decently quickly to get to the counter to order and pay. Food took a little while to come out but it did not disappoint. We ordered a lot for two people -- the chicken pesto crepe, the Crepeville French toast, and a half order of the sweet date salad. Everything was absolutely delicious! I especially loved that the French toast had a banana bread base. The salad was refreshing and had a variety of textures. The crepe was a great savory brunch option, and the potatoes were excellently seasoned. I look forward to coming back to try more off their huge menu!

Had our anniversary dinner at Bottega and it was such a solid experience. It's one of those places…read morewhere bringing a good bottle is 100% worth it--you actually have time to enjoy it since dinner naturally stretches into a relaxed three-course meal. Food was consistently great across the board, and the pacing made the whole night feel easy instead of rushed. Service was attentive without being over the top. Always a reliable spot for a longer, celebratory dinner.

Tourist trap Watch…read moreout for the added "COPERTO" charge on your bill! They added $10/person for our bill. Service was great. Food was average or below. It feels like a tourist trap with a nice interior and well-staffed restaurant. Food portions were a joke because it's not even a Michelin star restaurant but gives you Michelin portions.

We had the Spring Tartine. It was amazing. Then we had the steak & frites. Cooked to perfection…read more And the taste of the meat was perfect. The fries (aka French fries) were crispy and perfectly salted. Lucky for us we live down the street and will continue to be regulars!

My goto dinner spot in Sonoma…read more I actually have been here multiple times and I don't know what has taken me so long to post a review but the Girl and the Fig is definitely the truth. When you enter you'll notice a more homey decor to the place. Warm colors all around and even warmer service once you sit down. Every single experience Ive had here is been nothing less of 110%. Theres always this good balance professionalism with lightheartedness that pair so well for the atmosphere. Because at its core this restaurant is high scale. It definitely has that higher scale vibe but if never comes off as pretentious though. This particular I took my wifey here for our 10th year anniversary together. And we were greeting by a nice little card from the "Fig Family." We ended up trying the Seared Halloumi and I was shocked at how much I liked it. Very light flavors but still enough variety with the crispy spigarello and pine nuts to keep things fun. The lemon never feels too overwhelming. For mains my wife got the Mushroom RisottoI think? Or maybe it was Butternut Squash Risotto? I got the Fig Burger and both were amazing. The only reason I didn't get her Risotto was simply because I already had it at lunch time, but that still didn't stop me from taking a bite. Each rice like grain had a perfect chew and flavor to each bite. Even being the picky person that I am with veggies, I appreciated the veggies addition to the dish. I still think though that the sure winner was my Fig Burger. This burger is everything we wish our local breweries burger was. A harmonic balance between salty and sweet. Im down to get a little crazy with burgers but if it's too sweet, it kinda loses the appeal for me. It takes away too much from the burgers roots. So yea. Go here. Make reservations too. I know for myself I made mine about a month in advance so it's hard to say how hard it is to get a table here. But hopefully it's not too bad. Parking by the way is just street parking. Despite that Ive always been able to get a park on W Spain St right before I pull up to the restaurant. OH! And thanks again Girl and the Fig family! You made the end to our anniversary quite magical!