I found out about Origami while at Gami Burger, the owner, Paul DiPierro's other restaurant. It was…read morehighly recommended to try the fried chicken because it "is the best in town"! Well! Not one to leave a claim like that unvalidated, I had to give it a try. Since I came for chicken, I ordered the Fried Chicken, Petaluma half bird, infused maple, Szechuan peppercorn, orange and rosemary. While this is not traditional southern fried chicken, its a marvelous fusion of flavors on the moistest chicken breast I have had in a very long time! The flavor profile is so well executed that the various components surface to your senses on a seeming time-release so you taste them at different times during the bite, leaving you with a hint of orange lingering into the next bite. I'm impressed! The staff are some of the friendliest I have met at a restaurant and they are very proud of their menu offerings. A very nice young man, Sam, came to inquire how I was enjoying my meal, as if the growing pile of very clean bones were not enough. Despite him preparing to leave his shift, he took the time to tell me about the special spicy chicken coconut broth they only serve on Saturdays, and even made a special effort to bring me a sample! Let's just say, I will be back on a Saturday! The number of menu offerings is not extensive but, from the dishes I saw on other tables, the portions are generous and look quite appetizing. I guess I will have to come back soon and try them! Great job!

Every time we fly into Sacramento, our very first stop is Origami. I recently retired from a career…read morethat had me traveling over 200,000 miles a year and my sanity was preserved by the opportunity it provided in sampling food from across the nation. Food is my Spirit Animal so when I say that Origami might just be the center of the universe when it comes to creating some of the most savory, unique, and life/joy giving food offered anywhere in the world - I am not exaggerating. I strongly suggest you make your first visit right now, or no later than tomorrow and start with their homemade ramen. Should you decide to choose the prime rib AND pork belly as your protein for the meal, you will never be the same. Getting the bok choy and cabbage with any of their legendary broth options may cause you to fill out a job application with the hopes of possibly living at the grill someday and never eating anywhere or anything else as long as you live. I am a happy man, and joke about many things, food is not one of them. Go. Now. Enjoy!

Man, this was so amazing I was nervous because of the…read moreoutside area that it might be a lil run down. My was I was wrong. This was so delicious, I had the 4 meat combo. All of them the best. The barbecue sauce was insane, Mac and cheese were perfect. Even the world was kind, he came over multiple times to check on us! Would go again!

Needed some good bbq for Super Bowl Sunday. Family BBQ was close to my neighborhood and my usual go…read moreto Kaylo's was unavailable that day, amongst the other bbq spots in town, that happened to be closed.......on Sundays??........ehh. So I thought I'd try Family's. Ordered the brisket and chicken and a slice of pecan pie. The brisket was aight', well done and pretty light on the sauce. The chicken, really dry, yet enough sauce. The pecan pie was ample. I think I might have made it better on my own.....and I've never made a pecan pie before. I'm a small business supporter, and so I thought I'd give Family's another try. The next weekend....... Back to the previous week, while waiting for our food, a couple was waiting for cornbread they had ordered, and were waiting the entire time, and then some, during the entire time I had been there to place, wait, pay and leave with my order. So I'm thinkin' "this cornbread must be good! and popular." When I called the next week, to place an order which included this supposedly amazing (the story I made up in my head) cornbread, we were told that there wouldn't be any cornbread that day due to the fact they didn't have the ingredients to make, said cornbread. With a Raley's AND Save-Mart within walking distance from Family's. None the less, I'm gonna try a third time.....cause I hear that's the charm. I gotchu' Family's, I want to see you succeed and I wanna make you one of my spots, in case Kaylo's decides to go m.i.a. again. Ambience was cool, may wanna turn up the decor and 'vibe' a bit. East Sac folks can be a bit boojie, as I sit here calling the kettle black.

The Golden Pineapple is a nice addition to Sacramento in general and midtown in particular. Being…read moreable to find parking nearby is great. There is a modest amount of seating (four tables with 2 seats each) inside shared between the Hawaiian and deli. We got a BBQ beef plate, a mix plate of kalua pork and tofu katsu, and a 1/2 lb of poke. We were able to dine-in at one of the tables on the deli side. The interior is bright and cheery. Service was great. I was hoping to try the nishime, but it was not on the menu. Hopefully, it'll come back when the weather cools. I was surprised that the beef in the BBQ beef plate was almost like a little steak rather than sliced beef. The beef with the sauce was very tasty. The furikake on the rice was nice. The mac salad was okay. I miss the tuna flavor and it seemed a bit more mayo-ey than I liked. My husband said he got some bites of the mac with tuna, so maybe it needed to be mixed more thoroughly. The kalua pork had the flavor of banana leaves, but could use a bit more salt. The real surprise was the katsu tofu. Holy cow was that good. The coating stayed put and was nicely crunchy and the firm texture was nice. It paired really well with the Japanese style katsu sauce. I'm definitely getting that again. We got some spicy ahi poke on the side to try. It was fine, not too spicy. While waiting on the deli side, we looked at that menu and noticed that under Signature Samis, there were many items on that side that are spillovers from the Hawaiian side. There are katsu (chicken or tofu), teri chicken, kaluha pork, and Japanese egg salad samis. We'll be back to try the Hawaiian plate and the ramen.

I ordered this takeout so can't really comment on ambiance. The food was good. The chicken was…read moremarinated and juicy but also wasn't mind blowing. The star of the show was the Mac, i could literally eat a full cup of it Worth checking out for a quick lunch Also the staff was nice when i picked up my food

There's a reason Buddha Bowls have such a long wait for lunch. Located in the heart of downtown,…read morewalking distance to the Capitol, this is a staple for a healthy lunch. It's located in a government building and has cafeteria style seating. What's great about BB is that everything can be customized to accommodate various diets. The concept is all about customization, where you choose your bowl or spring rolls, type of protein or vegetables, and sauces. They even have Vietnamese coffee, teas, and fresh sugarcane squeezed right in front of you! Vietnamese Drip Coffee 4/5* Not as strong as I'd like but considering that they cater to the downtown working demographic, it's still pretty good. You can even customize it to be vegetarian friendly by subbing condensed milk with condensed coconut milk. Bánh Mì with Lemongrass Tri-tip 4/5* The bánh mì overall was satisfying and the ingredients worked well together. The bread had a light crisp on the outside, was fluffy inside, and ratios of the ingredients were balanced. I couldn't taste the lemongrass in the tri-tip, though, so it wasn't worth the extra $ for it. Spicy Wildrice Soup 5/5* I had a sample of their soup before at a pop-up event and knew I had to get the full portion. This soup has a slight kick if you don't eat very spicy like me. The flavors were explosive - intense, creamy, and perfectly salted. There's also fried onions on top for an added crunchy texture. Spring Rolls with Night Market Crispy Tofu 5/5* First off, these spring rolls are not your average roll. They are the size of the container itself and stuffed to the max. There's so many veggies that you feel light after eating this meal. I chose the crispy tofu as protein and it's the best! The tofu was actually crispy, wasn't oily or soggy, and had a ton of flavor from the seasonings. Dipped in peanut sauce, this was so delicious! During the weekday lunch rush, make sure to come early or order ahead online. There's always a long line. If you're only ordering drinks or grabbing a pastry though, it comes out quick.

Ate here on the weekend, wait was not long at all. This restaurant has a shared dining area with…read moreanother restaurant next door. Although getting seating was also easy. The serving size for the make your own rice bowl was huge. I saved my spring rolls for later because I had so much left over. The bowl and spring rolls were fresh and delicious. I just wish the rice paper on the spring rolls was cooked more, I had to really try to tear it away to finish a bite.

vegan friendly! helpful staff ! Good Vibes! A lot of variety in food. We ordered summer rolls, Thai…read moreIced Coffee, Basil Fried rice! Quantities are also very well portioned.

My husband and I were searching for something open late and came across this spot on Yelp, and I'm…read moreso glad we did. The ambiance is super cool and a little unexpected it's not just Thai food, but also ramen and a full bar, which gives it a fun, lively vibe. We went on a Monday night around 9pm and it was a bit busy, but we were seated right away which was a plus. We definitely went all in with our order and got the crab wontons, tom kha (Thai coconut soup), drunken noodle with chicken, chicken garlic mushroom stir fry, and pineapple chicken fried rice. Everything was sooo yummy and honestly hit the spot perfectly. The standout for me was the chicken garlic mushroom stir fry it was super flavorful, savory, and just really satisfying. That's a must-order in my opinion. The rest of the dishes were solid too and made for a really comforting meal overall. Between the variety, the ambiance, and the fact that they're open late, this is definitely a spot I'd come back to. Such a great option to keep in mind for those late-night cravings!

No pics (sadly), but I bought lunch for my coworkers and we all loved the food! The spot is cute &…read moreI love the marketing. I ordered the pad thai and it was super good. By the time I ate (around 20 minutes later) it was still hot. Texture of the noodles were addicting and the flavor was spot on. I'm not usually a pad thai fan, but I'd come back just for it. From what I've seen, I think everything comes in a to-go container? I don't mind because it's easier to save for later & they don't skimp out on the portions. Everyone else said the food was great.

Located by the Arden Century movie theaters, this unassuming Thai restaurant is bustling with…read morecustomers who come in and out, many to pick up orders. Feeling crabby we tried the Mango Sticky Rice, Thai crab curry and Thai Crab Fried Rice! The Thai crab curry had a lot of rice, and the spice level can be mild, medium or more. The crab fried rice was also good, and I appreciated how both dishes weren't oily. The servings are large and can be for 2. The wait is a while during dinner so be sure to order ahead of coming!

The pictures did not do this food the justice it deserved. Omgeezers, it was so freaking good!!…read more The steak was so flavorful and looked real. The chicken or shall I say ficken sandwich was coated and fried to perfection with delicious toppings and a nice kick to it. I would give the sandwiches a 10 out of 10. I have a feeling I'm going to be a regular here.

A veggie paradise! I'm so excited to try this new place and it was everything that people were…read moresaying; delicious food, friendly staff and so many options! The tacos were delicious and highly suggest. I'll be back for more

This is by far my most favorite Japanese restaurant in town. The perfect balance of flavor and…read morefreshness. They also have mochi ice cream. I ordered the matcha flavored one because a friend reintroduced me to the flavor. It's one I'll be ordering more often too. This is also my father-in-law's favorite place. If you're craving for delectable Sushi at a very reasonable price , this place will not disappoint.

We pulled off randomly on our way to California, and we had an excellent meal. The tempura batter…read moreon the tempura mushrooms was crispy and savory with no extra oil pooling on the mushrooms. The MISO roll tasted delicious. The nigiri was fresh and flavorful. I wish we didn't live so far away.