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    Mulvaney's B & L

    4.3 (1.5k reviews)
    PriceyNew American
    Closed • Closed
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Sara H.

    We celebrated a milestone birthday and were amazed and delighted with the service, dinner, and ambience. We started with the Albacore Tuna Crudo which was fresh and delicious. Then the hand pulled mozzarella with the juiciest heirloom tomatoes. Many of us had the salmon and pork chop which was perfect. Also the service was exceptional. Anthony and Johnny were very attentive. Also Anthony gave excellent recommendations. If you want to sit back, not rush, enjoy an evening out, try Mulvaney's. I'll bring my hubby next time!

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    Jeremy D.

    I've heard of Mulvaney's for a while now and finally had the chance to dine there. Reservations were easy and we even showed up late without issue. The ambiance was romantic and calming. They had indoor and patio tables available. The menu changes daily and the prices were very much within reason. We felt that we received our money's worth for the attentive service, delicious taste, and quantity of food. Our drinks never ran dry and our leftover plates were quickly removed. The wine selection was excellent and smooth, I had a Grenache and my wife had the Rosé; although I was craving for a white wine after the seafood. Initial bread was served with in-house mixed butter with seasoning. The House-Smoked Salmon & Irish Brown Bread was phenomenal - the salmon was not over smoked and had a light smoked flavor; the choice of a softer bread was welcomed. The Room 700 Charcuterie: Bresaola, Coppa, & Sweetwater Ham Mustard Caviar and Pickled Quiote was well-balanced and the choice of garlic bread was paired nicely. The Ferrari Fisheries Black Cod with Grilled Twin Peaks Peaches with Dwelley Farms Blue Lake Green Beans, Arugula, and Velouté was flakey but not medium sized enough chunks for the right amount and a light buttery flavor infused into each bite. We ended our dinner with a Warm Crepes Jubilee with Whipped Mascarpone and Linden Cherries. The crepes were airy and perfect for ending the evening. The cherries were indeed fresh, not so tart - be careful of the seed. Everything tasted amazingly healthy and not heavy. I think we found our new fancy restaurant downtown.

    Rockefeller oysters
    Cas S.

    We could smell the burger when putting the money in the meter. Excellent cocktails and great food. Long leisurely dinner makes you feel like part of the past. Ambiance feels like a Lorelai Gilmore went on an upscale date.

    Outside patio
    Trina H.

    Unassuming restaurant in midtown Sacramento serving flavorful food and providing superb service. We had lunch in their cute shaded patio. We were provided complimentary bread served with salted butter. The starter salad was made with fresh greens and a light balsamic vinaigrette. The highlight of our meal was the pork chop with the cherry glaze. This was the best pork chop I've ever tasted!

    Barbara S.

    5 stars as they always continue to strive for excellence in all aspects of fine dining! This is a special occasion restaurant for us and the few times we have been here have all been excellent! This was my birthday celebration dinner and we sure were taken care of! All the staff wished me a happy birthday, and the menu for the evening for us was printed with "Happy Birthday Barbara". All the staff and even the owner came over to the table to make sure we were having a good time and wished me a happy birthday as well. There were 5 of us, and one of those being a vegetarian. Just a FYI to all those vegetarians and vegans out there - there is not much choice for you on the menu, but if you tell the chef they will prepare something special for you. My friend opted for the fancy squash as her entree and she did love it! However just a note to Mulvaneys - it would be a good idea to have something special to offer vegetarians and vegans on your menu. And by something special - I means something as fine and elaborate as all your other offerings. Hubby Tom S and I had the black cod and it was exquisite! Our friends ordered the gigantic and beautifully prepared pork chop and also the black cod and they were smitten as well. We had a beautiful table for 5 up against the back wall, away from the other not so quiet tables and it was fabulous! We could talk amongst ourselves and truly felt special for the evening. There are great wines by the glass on the menu, I had a wonderful glass of Pinot Noir. Prices are up there, but the quality is definitely worth it for all the food options on the menu. This restaurant holds a special place in my heart and oh yeah my appetite! Thanks for a wonderful birthday evening!

    Nov 28 2025
    Tom S.

    11 years since my previous visit. I was extremely satisified with the food and service in 2014. Again last night the food, service, ambiance was excellent. 5 of us in the more cozy restaurant. One fussy vegan eater who did not find much on the menu to her liking. The kitchen did accommodate her the best they could. She ate the slice of grill and dressed squash but in my opinion there should be more variety and a heartier vegan meal option. My Tom Kha soup and black cod entree was perfect. Others at the table had the pork chop and the rib eye. They were happy with their meals as well. Wide variety of wines by the bottle on the list. 20 wines by the glass. I had a rose' from Washington state and an Albarino. Both were delicious. My previous comment about the high prices still stands. My wife did not each much, one plate + one glass of wine. I had soup, main dish, two glasses of wine and tiny glass of port for dessert. Our share of the total bill was $236 with tax and tip. Bring your appetite for a great meal. And a generosity to spend a couple of hundred bucks for the experience.

    Halibut
    Andy N.

    Average! Or even below average! The food is good but everything else that comes with it is definitely not worth it. First off.. we had reservations so we come in and get seated. Our server comes in, checks in on us & then goes missing for quite a notable time. We had questions about the menu before making decisions but oh well. When he is finally back, he asked if we are ready to order. I say - I have a few questions about the menu. I get a look and not good answers. For the drinks, I ordered something and he brings back something else, saying they were out of it and he didn't want to come back empty handed. Dude - thanks for not asking me if I'd like something else and deciding for me. For the meals - we do shared appetizers. My wife picks something from the small plates and this guy says "the small plates are maybe 6-7 bites, so maybe you may want to pick something from the large plates, or we can do a double portion". Bitch what are you insinuating here? I am fuming but we were here for a special celebration so I didn't want to spoil it. I order the porkchop and this idiot says - chef recommends it medium. While I appreciate it, maybe I want my meat cooked a certain way. The dining room also has terrible ventilation. So it was a breathing nightmare all the time we were here. Tears in the eyes and super smoky! By the time we got out, our clothes had started to smell. The only saving grace was that the food was good. Between the idiot server and the smoke filled dining room, the overall experience was so horrible that we didn't even want to wait anymore for desserts and decided to get out.

    Tiffany T.

    This place was SO good on all levels that I feel guilty it took me a couple weeks to post this review! I don't even know where to begin -- this was easily one of the best dining experiences I've had in a very long time. From the moment we walked in, the level of hospitality was exceptional. The wait staff, chefs, and Mr. Mulvaney himself made the entire evening feel incredibly warm and personal. By the time you leave, you genuinely feel like family. We had the smoked salmon, tuna tartare, ginger soy tuna, and the pork and every single dish was honestly perfection. Beautifully plated, perfectly balanced, and full of flavor. We were already blown away by the appetizers alone that I could barely finish my main course afterward. The ambiance strikes the a nice balance between refined and welcoming and with a warmth that makes you want to stay all night. They've managed to make you feel like you're in an elevated space while dining with extended family.. crazy, right?! Every detail, from the service to the food to the atmosphere, was thoughtful and memorable. I came here for dinner because my colleagues from SoCal raved about it. I'm looking forward to visiting again when I'm back in Sacramento :-)

    Gin and bread
    Jennifer R.

    I was absolutely swept away by this restaurant! The service was phenomenal -- our waiter was so kind and made the evening. The food was incredible, and I loved learning that their produce and even some of the spirits are local. You could tell so much care went into everything. The atmosphere was romantic, relaxing, and just magical. It felt like being in a movie on a perfect date.

    Demolished Brie appetizer (what dreams are made of)
    Laine H.

    When our group of 6 was headed to Mulvaneys and my friend called ahead to pre-fire 3 Brie appetizers, I thought he was being excessive. He was not. The Brie appetizers were so incredible we practically licked the containers. Highly recommend. I love Mulvaneys. You can't go wrong with their pastas, their wonderful cocktails, the salmon appetizer on brown bread, really anything. The staff is phenomenal and it's run by wonderful people too. In the winter I like to sit in their small bar area and in the summer outside in the garden. Lovely place with great food!

    Cheese Plate
    Vinh V.

    Came here around lunch with a co-worker and was honestly impressed from start to finish. Parking was surprisingly easy, plenty of free street spots nearby, probably because we came just after the lunch rush. Nice change from the usual downtown scramble. We started by sharing a few plates. The house-smoked salmon with Irish brown bread came out first, and I'll be honest, we weren't totally sure how to approach it at first. Our server noticed and walked us through it, mix the traditional accompaniments directly into the salmon, then layer it over the bread. Once we did that, it clicked. The salmon had a clean, smoky depth without being overpowering, and when everything came together, it turned into a really balanced bite with a mix of richness, acidity, and texture. Next was the California cheese plate, which ended up being one of my favorite parts of the meal. The cheeses were solid, the candied walnuts added a nice crunch, but the standout was easily the caramelized onion jam. That alone carried the plate for me, slightly sweet, deeply savory, and something I kept going back to even after everything else was gone. For mains, we both went with the single-cut Lan Roc pork chop with blueberry mostarda, mashed potatoes, Alemaya Farm carrots, and Delta asparagus. This was the kind of dish where everything on the plate actually mattered. The pork chop itself was cooked perfectly, tender, juicy, with a really clean sear. The blueberry mostarda added just enough sweetness and acidity to cut through the richness without overpowering the meat. The mashed potatoes were smooth and comforting, while the carrots and asparagus brought in that fresh, slightly earthy balance. It was good enough that I ended up ordering another pork chop to go, which I almost never do. Service was great throughout, attentive without hovering, and quick to step in when we needed guidance. Didn't have room for dessert, which says more about portion satisfaction than anything else. Overall, just a really well-executed meal. Nothing felt random, everything had a purpose, and it all came together in a way that felt thoughtful but not overcomplicated. Would definitely come back.

    Chao M.

    Food was super delicious and place had a great atmosphere. Service was definitely exceptional.

    Complimentary bread and butter
    Gabby R.

    I had high hopes for this well-known Sacramento spot, Mulvaney's B&L, but overall the experience fell a bit short. Maybe it was better back in the day, which could explain the stellar reputation, but the food felt pretty average, and the space could use a refresh. I get that they're going for the vintage vibe of the 1893 firehouse building, but a few modern touches wouldn't hurt. Since they specialize in hand-crafted New American cuisine, I was expecting a memorable farm-to-table experience. It somewhat delivered, but not fully. We requested indoor seating on OpenTable and were placed by the entrance, which was fine. Loved the thoughtful detail of printing 'Happy Birthday' on the menu for my boyfriend--that was a sweet touch! They started us off with bread and butter for the table, but the bread was a little cold, which was disappointing. For starters, we ordered their popular house-smoked salmon with Irish brown bread. The salmon had a nice smoky flavor, but the bread had more of a crumbly scone texture, which wasn't my favorite. For mains, we had the pork chop and the New York steak. The pork chop was solid--nicely grilled, sweet from the apricot mostarda, and balanced with a spicy polenta. The steak was decent, but the blue cheese butter really carried it. I would've loved more puree because the veggies felt plain. We skipped dessert since the mains were pretty hefty, but the waiter kindly brought out two macarons for the birthday celebration--such a nice gesture! What really hurt the experience was the wait time. Our entrées took nearly 45 minutes, and the dining room wasn't that busy, so I'm not sure what happened. Even getting extra bread took a while, and we ended up ordering more since the wait was so long. For drinks, I had one of their house-made sodas, which was refreshing and not overly sweet, and my boyfriend tried a whiskey cocktail recommended by the server--he thought it was just okay. Overall, I wanted to love this place, especially for the price, but the slow service and underwhelming flavors make it hard to justify coming back--unless maybe for their famous Ding Dong dessert.

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    Ask the Community - Mulvaney's B & L

    Do you accept walk in customers or do we need a reservation ? We are planning to go lunch. Thank you so much.

    We always except walk in customers! Hope to take care of you soon!

    What is the corkage fee?

    At Mulvaney’s B&L we understand that many of our guests love wine as much as we do so parties are permitted to bring in outside bottles to pair with our farm-to-fork cuisine. Please note that one corkage fee shall be waived for every bottle… 

    How is parking?

    Bad. Street parking only.

    Been trying to call for 2 days but either keeps ringing or a message comes up that says the party is unavailable try again later. Is this the correct number listed?

    916.441.6022

    Does this restaurant accommodate vegetarians?

    I believe there are often one or two items on the menu but it's a lot of meat. We went there with a big party once, and several folks were vegetarians. We did not give them a… 

    Are they going to be open on the 31?

    Not of this month

    Are dogs allowed in patio for dinner?

    No, I do not believe so.

    Is there a full bar?

    A great one with an amazing bartender.

    Is there a corkage fee?

    Hello Mark, We have a $20 corkage fee which is waived if you purchase a bottle from our list.… 

    Is the crispy veal sweetbread usually available?

    Yes

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    Espresso martini, house margarita

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