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    Lin Dumpling

    4.8 (85 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Julieanne H.

    Finally made it back around to try out the chowfun. I was really sad when I walked in because it was 1230 and there were no customers they did have an order to go come in while I was there, but I am really concerned. I'm gonna have to make an extra effort to come eat here regularly because this restaurant is a delight and exactly what this neighborhood needs. It was just the chef I do believe he had somebody out back taking a break, but the chef took my order brought my water and cooked my chow fun to my specifications. I prefer lower salt and he made that happen. It was cooked perfectly. The beef was tender and tasty. The noodles were perfectly cooked. I really loved it. The only thing I would've added is some pineapple pieces as that is one of the ingredients in sauté beef chow fun but besides that it was pretty much perfect. The dish was huge. I take home 3/4 of it for my son and I will definitely be ordering it again. My son wants to come and try out the general ciao or orange chicken and I'm up for that because their food is so delicious and reasonably priced as well.

    Pork soup dumpling (小籠包)
    Keat K.

    I was surprised to see a dumpling spot pop up in my neighborhood and I had to try it out! The restaurant is minimally staffed so service was on the slower end, but well worth the wait. I was dining alone so I only could only try a few things. I started with the beef brisket noodles. Presentation could use a little work, but it's definitely a solid tasty bowl with generous bits of beef. Broth savory, rich, and flavorful, but be careful as it comes out piping hot! Pork soup dumplings came out next. Thin skinned, with the right amount of broth coming out enough to fill most of the soup spoon. Served with sides of thinly sliced ginger in vinegar and chili sauce. My last dish was the pan fried soup dumplings. 生煎包 has always been my favorite and Lin Dumpling did not disappoint. The skin was thin, bottom crispy, dumpling juicy. A lot of places serve this dumpling and turns out bready, but not here! I'm a fan and will definitely be back. Lin Dumpling is a great addition to East Sacramento.

    Garlic noodle
    Alejandra G.

    This restaurant has had a soft opening the last couple of weeks so we decided to pop in. They were so busy with take our orders but we still got a seat right away. Their menu has lots of options. It's large & easy to read. We ordered the chicken and corn dumplings, pork dumplings. Pork bao, chicken and corn noodle soup, garlic noodles and steamed broccoli with shrimp. The food comes out pretty quick and it's family style. The dumplings were pretty good. The bao was super bready. The garlic noodles were my favorite by far. The broccoli came out way later so we were already full by the time it came out but it came out really hot. This place is small but clean but the staff was super nice and helpful. I'm not sure I'd come back. It was good but not a must have again, unfortunately. I'd for sure come back for the garlic noodles tho!

    Judy H.

    I just came in for a quick to go order because I was in a rush. The pan fried pork buns were PERFECTION. SO GOOD. it was piping hot. Juicy. Soupy. Crispy. Everything I wanted and more when it comes to shengjian baos. I would love to come back and try other dishes. And big bonus to have a small parking lot in the back available!

    Soup dumpling
    Julia C.

    Wow - I just found my new favorite, go-to Chinese spot. Everything we ordered was incredibly fresh, full of flavor, and massive portions. The owner is extremely welcoming and friendly, service was fast. The soup dumplings are a must try, as are the garlic noodles. The orange chicken was really good, the batter wasn't too thick and the chicken pieces were actually a little crunchy. Loved both. We actually went back 2 days later for a takeout order and it was just as delicious as the first time.

    Black pepper beef dumpling
    Anastasia C.

    We stopped by Lin Dumpling on a whim during Lunar New Year, so it was packed. It's tucked into a little shopping center and definitely has that old Subway restaurant charm from back in the day lol. But the second we walked in, the smell of the food let us know we made the right call. The staff were hustling nonstop to keep up with the rush and were upfront about the 25 minute wait. Totally fair, especially after smelling everything from the parking lot. We ordered the garlic noodles, orange chicken, salt and pepper fish, black pepper beef dumplings, and pork soup dumplings. The garlic noodles were loaded with fresh chopped garlic, green onions, and Parmesan with perfectly cooked noodles that soaked up all the flavor. The salt and pepper fish came out crispy with fresh garlic, red onion, and jalapeños tossed throughout. It was so good we cleared the plate and may or may not have wiped it clean after. The pork soup dumplings came out steaming hot with a super rich, savory broth inside. But the standout for me were the black pepper beef dumplings. Really bold flavor with that peppery kick. Something different from the usual dumpling and honestly so good. The orange chicken rice plate was a huge portion, easily shareable, with crispy battered chicken coated in that sweet tangy orange sauce. You can tell this is a family owned spot putting in real work to get quality food out, especially on a busy night like Lunar New Year. Love supporting local spots like this and we'll definitely be back.

    April F.

    Lin Dumpling is new, and outstanding. Everything is prepared fresh and right behind the counter so you know it's fresh and brought directly to your table. The food we ordered was exactly the style we love. In particular we enjoyed the Hong Kong style chow mein with veggies. The noodles were prepared perfectly and the veggies cooked and served in a light gravy that was not salty or gloppy. 10/10 The Peking spare ribs were excellent. Sticky, vinegary and plain tasty! 10/10 The won ton with chili oil were delicious. Tasty filling, thin noodle and topped with green onions and chopped peanuts. 10/10. We preordered the Portuguese tarts and they arrived piping hot. Worth the wait. The restaurant is clean as well as the rest rooms. Staff is friendly and there was never a lull in business while we were there. Highly recommended!

    Boiled fried fish in spicy broth
    Stacy L.

    Incredible portions, delicious home-style dishes, family-owned and run business, and so much available parking. Could a girl ask for more in Sacramento? We stopped in on a Monday night, and tried a handful of items from across the menu. I was most looking forward to the 水煮鱼 boiled fish, a dish that I adore from Sichuan and can't find in many places - the fragrance and flavor lived up to my nostalgia, and was paaaacked with fish and veg. It was more than enough to share and take home for lunch the next day. The hargow were good, and the baos had the right proportion of bun to filling. The garlic noodles were an enormous portion that we also took home - beef was very tender though the parmesan on top threw me off a bit. Staff were attentive, and so proud of their recipes - it was so nice to chat with the owners when they had time to check on us because the stream of diners and takeout orders while we were there. A great addition to the community, a solid replacement for Mr. Falafel (they will be missed) and I can't wait to stop in again!

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    Monica T.

    The plaza is a little janky but the interior is more welcoming. We got the pork soup dumplings, pork and chive dumplings, and veggie garlic noodles. The soup dumplings were good. The dumpling skin is thin and there was some soup inside. My husband preferred this over the pork chive dumplings. The pork and chives dumplings looked like they'd be disappointing but I was so pleasantly surprised! There is a ton of meat inside and the chives were so fresh. I couldn't decide which dumplings I like more but think I liked this one more. I wonder if I can ask to pan fry them next time. The garlic noodles were delicious. A tad too salty for me personally, but that's probably from the parmesan. My husband said it was very garlicky, in a good way. I'm a garlic fiend so nothing is ever enough, but this I would get again. I prefer my noodles a little firmer but they still had a good chew and there were no clumps or mushyness. I am typing this up as I eat leftovers of the pork and chives dumplings and garlic noodles. Very good despite being leftovers! When leaving, the owners said bye so sweetly and with gracious smiles. I look forward to trying more dishes.

    Pork XLB
    Ann H.

    My second visit dining at Lin's Dumpling was such a pleasant experience. This is a family owned restaurant and everyone is very affable and welcoming. I love the egg drop soup with minced beef. The broth was so flavorful that additional seasoning/sauces were not needed. I often have to add white pepper at other similar establishments; however, not at Lin's. The soup consisted of an abundance of egg whites, which I so appreciate. By far, this is the best pork XLB in the Sacramento area. The filling was flavorful and contained a good amount of soup. I enjoyed the pan fried pork buns. Flavorful filling with a crispy outer layer. The wontons in chili oil were amazingly delicious. One of the most tender wonton fillings I've had. It paired very nicely with the chili oil, green onions, and crushed peanuts. The Portuguese egg tarts are made fresh upon ordering. It is well worth the 20 minute wait. The crust consisted of flakey layers and the filling is perfectly sweet and creamy. In my experience, these are all the must try menu items. The dry beef chow fun was just okay. It could had been seasoned a little more. Plus, it did not have the "wok hei" taste that I prefer. Looking forward to my next visit!

    Garlic Noodles with veggies
    Karina C.

    Visited Lin Dumpling for the first time & I was blown away! The service is amazing, the owners greeted us as soon as we came in, they came by our table multiple times checking in on us, making sure everything was good & they were so happy to serve us! Their smiles are so contagious. The food was excellent as well! My partner & I ordered 2 items just to try it, and we insisted regretted not adding more. Food was so yummy, I already know what I want to order on my next visit!

    Garlic Noodles with Chicken, Pork Soup Dumplings, Black Pepper Beef Dumplings
    Chris H.

    The Garlic Noodles with Chicken were the bomb, the Pork Soup Dumplings were delicious also. Black Pepper Beef Dumplings were good, but outshined by the soup dumplings. Service was friendly and swift. The cook came out a couple of times and made sure we had everything we needed and that it was all good. Highly recommend, if I'm ever back in Sac I'll eat here again.

    Garlic Noodles
    Gena K.

    This business is owed and ran by a married couple and their adult son. They are very nice. The inside is nothing fancy. It's an old Subway so it's small. The food was delicious and came out fresh. We didn't have to wait long for the food. I will be returning.

    Beef brisket noodle soup, beef pepper dumplings, tomato soup with think noodles.

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    Estelle Bakery & Pâtisserie - Korean beef tartine

    Estelle Bakery & Pâtisserie

    4.1(486 reviews)
    3.6 miDowntown
    $$

    Estelle is a great local choice at DOCO, they offer great coffee, tea, pastries and savory bites…read more I typically only stop by this location when I'm at DOCO for another reason, like an event at the arena, but Estelle is a great stop for any occasion. They have some indoor and outdoor seating and it's a great date night spot or quick stop to pick up a drink and a bite. On my latest visit I popped in with some friends and we ordered some of their desserts and a loaf of bread. I took home a chocolate mousse cake and it was both beautiful and delicious. Whenever I visit the staff is friendly and the food and drinks are consistently delicious and fresh.

    This is an updated review after trying their valentines day specials and now trying some of their…read morethings during the mother's day. I dont have photos of what I got for valentines day but remmeber them being ok but nothing mind-blowing Maybe its just the DOCO one that sucks but I went to give them another chance the day before mother's day and sorely regretted it. I got the matcha croissant ive been hearing about, the new blueberry cream croissant and the mango passionfruit entremet. The Croissants were a huge flop. Blueberry had barely enough filling inside-the cream itself was tasty but croissant was rough in texture and not flaky. Matcha was a bit more flaky and had more filling-I wouldn't say GENEROUS amount as some have said but maybe I just got a bad one. The cream was too subtle -it was more like vanilla with a hint of matcha. The entremet was the only one that didnt suck-it was delicious but again I wouldn't say anywhere in Sacramento has wowed me yet with their entremets compared to places in the bay except for the ones that ginger Elizabeth has had in the past-the flavor itself was on point, i will say the texture of the entremets have a majority layer of the jelly part-if they could perfect the variety of layers you're supposed to get in each bite I would be more impressed as thats the whole point of enjoying an entremet. Honestly I should have just gotten one pastry to try in one day as they are pricey-i paid 31 not including the tip fot my pastries, and in this economy one cannot waste that much on disappointing sweet treats lol

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    Estelle Bakery & Pâtisserie - So clean

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    Rick's Dessert Diner - Hot fudge sundae

    Rick's Dessert Diner

    3.4(1.7k reviews)
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    Heard Rick's Dessert Diner was a Sacramento classic, so I had to check them out during my final…read moredays in Davis. The moment you walk in, the retro 1950s diner ambience immediately transports you back to classic Americana dessert culture. They've apparently been serving Sacramento for over 37 years! - Hot Fudge Sundae -- made with Gunther's vanilla & chocolate ice cream, topped with whipped cream, pralines, and a candied cherry; beautifully presented with warm hot fudge drizzled all over - Lemon Raspberry Cake -- moist sponge cake layered with lemon, raspberry, and whipped cream; balanced sweetness with buttercream-coated sides The red booth seating and vintage Americana decor really complete the nostalgic vibe. Service was friendly and quick, and the overall ambience was cozy, retro, and diner-themed. Rick's Dessert Diner definitely feels one-of-a-kind, I'll have to stop by again next time I'm passing through Sacramento.

    I must confess, I had written off Rick's a long time ago when they were still at their original…read morelocation. We used to go a lot after a night of bar hopping or clubbing. Rick's was the only place open late that had actual desserts. I mainly ate their cakes. They looked amazing. But I really did not enjoy them. Too dry. Just not good, compared to other bakeries in town. Over the years, Rick's remained a Sacramento staple, and when they opened up their new location in Midtown, the dessert community welcomed them back and embraced their sweet offerings, bigger space, and late night hours. I never went til just a couple weeks ago. Around 9pm on a Friday night I was craving banana cream pie and the husband wanted cherry pie. On Yelp search, Rick's came up as the top choice that was open. So we went and stood in the long line. The place was crowded and loud. Lively and busy vibe. Line moved at a good pace and the staff helping were nice but hurried. So we took our lil pies to go. We both liked our chosen pies. Now I know what to order if I go back to Rick's. Pies over cakes. Every time.

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    Con Azucar Cafe - Bar area

    Con Azucar Cafe

    4.2(231 reviews)
    3.6 miDowntown
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    On a 10 point scale I would give this place an 8/10. BEAUTIFUL atmosphere. LOTS of tables and room…read moreto sit with family, meet a date, or even study. As a student, I was eternally grateful for the outlets under the tables as well! I tried the Abuelita hot chocolate and some cookies. The cookies were a bit dry, but the hot chocolate was fantastic, tasted like when my grandma makes it at home. The area surrounding the cafe is the Golden One Center so there are so many places to walk around if you are working or studying and need a break! The staff was also very friendly, and I got my drink and cookies almost immediately. Will definitely be coming again, to try the food and a matcha! Maybe even there gigante concha!

    Con Azur Cafe and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience…read more Their cafe de olla version was terrible. Café de Olla is a classic Mexican coffee that offers a well-balanced blend of coffee, cinnamon, and brown sugar, often served with heavy cream to give you a comforting and energizing boost. Traditionally, it's even served at funerals as families celebrate the passing of a loved one into a better life. It's meant to be warm, rich, and meaningful. However, the café's version was far from that. The counter staff overpromised their Café de Olla, but it tasted terrible. When I asked to switch to a mocha because of how bad the coffee was, their friendly smile quickly disappeared. They didn't offer a replacement or try to make it right. Instead, I had to pay again for the mocha just to finish the coffee break with my wife. Very disappointing experience. It was an easy decision not to come back. If you're going to sell poor-quality coffee, at least stand behind it and fix the problem instead of charging customers twice. Promotes well in facebook- HELL NO not again.

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