Food was very good. Noise level in the restaurant made it impossible to hear conversations with others at our table, or to hear the waiters. Waiters need training! We were rushed along, wrong menu was presented at the beginning, main course arrived too early. But mostly...please...remodel the restaurant to lower the noise level!!!!! read more

Me and a friend went into Sergio's for lunch. We got soup that was obviously "canned" and a horrible sandwich. I asked the lady "co-owner" wife of Sergio I am guessing if the soup was homemade and she said "yes" However I saw her pop it into the microwave and it tasted canned. The sandwich was also horrible and when I told her the bread was dry etc she began yelling at us saying "who are you? where are you from? etc" I explained we are just here for lunch and not from anywhere. She kicked us out of the restaurant and even came out on the street yelling at us as we walked away. This was a horrible and embarrassing experience. I will never eat there or recommend this place to anyone. I believe they lie about their ingredients and she thought we were spying or some type of critic is my guess. Funny though, if we had been some type of critic wouldn't you as a business owner want to impress that person? Strange woman!!!! read more

We had dinner here to celebrate Valentine's Day a day early. Thursday night at 6:30 and it was packed! I'm so happy to see the place is doing so well and after eating there for the first time (never tried the old location) I can see why it is so popular. I am Italian and know my way around the kitchen. We started with the goat cheese and olive appetizer which was good and worthy of its price. I had the chicken piccata and it was wonderful--a perfectly puckering lemon sauce with capers, buttery mashed potatoes and veggie sides. I couldn't find a flaw. My husband had the filet mignon special over mushroom risotto and surprisingly the star of the dish was the risotto. It was excellent! The meat would have been wonderful too except he had ordered it medium rare and it was clearly medium and on its way to well done. Unfortunate. There's nothing worse than an overcooked beauty of a steak. We finished with the panna cotta and it was heaven! I asked Sergio for his favorite dessert and he said it would have to be either the tiramisu or the panna cotta and he didn't let us down. Some of the service issues were evident, no water refills, difficult to flag down a waiter for a second glass of wine with our meal but nothing huge and certainly nothing at all that would keep us from returning. I did see an older child eating at the bar counter and a couple brought a newborn infant but I do not think this is a particularly "family-friendly place" though it's not a quiet, formal place so well-behaved kids (even loud ones) would probably do fine here. Service was fast enough on that front that I wouldn't worry about having to entertain the kids too long before being given their meals. Definitely a big thumbs up overall! read more

I enjoy Sergio's for lunch. It is a small, narrow cafe, but the food is great. I usually get a sandwich or salad, and everything I've ordered has been tasty. read more

After waiting at the entryway for a good 3 min, we were seated in Sergio's beautiful new restaurant. The place was hoppin. So much so that after being seated we watched another customer who waited a good 3 min, got disgusted, and left. Seemed the hostess was busy socializing with customers which is great but never looking up at the front door. However our food was wonderful. Great pesto. Did notice the fairly expensive prices for added chicken or shrimp to pasta and not providing french bread and butter with the meal. The merlot I requested came in a large wine glass. But the amount was easily lower than the 7 ounces the waiter claimed it was. He later (after the meal) made it up by pouring a bit more in my glass. So we came home and were curious and measured 7 ounces of water in both a large and small wine glass and we then knew my glass had been a good 3 ounces shy. Also after the meal my husband was asked if he wanted a refill of his soda. He would have preferred one during his meal. Unfortunately our waiter checked on us one time 1 min into the meal and we never saw him again until our table was cleared. I'm confident the kinks will be worked out soon. Sergio is a very likeable guy. read more

ive never eaten here BUT READ MY REVIEW!!! First my friend told me she went there for lunch and her ravioli was so bland and small she couldnt eat and be satisfied. about 2 days later I was driving through the back parking lot searching for a spot to park(to go see a movie) and noticed the chef outside bbqing fresh chicken. I thought that was really neat untill I watched him DROP a chicken breast outside on the blacktop and actually pick it up and put it back on the plate!!! THAT IS DISGUSTING AND I WILL NEVER EAT THERE!!! read more

Lasagna was very good. Wine reasonably priced for its quality. We had an evening meal w/o reservations, the restaurant was almost full. We were seated not far from the door and as patrons came in, so did a cold wind. Uncomfortable, since the door opened many times during our meal. Can't believe that YELP lists this as a "quiet" restaurant. We found it hard to hear each other as well as the waiter. read more

I went in with my mom today for a goodbye lunch as I'm leaving soon and wanted to have a nice meal with her. There was two other tables, a woman sitting alone and a group. The waitress took away our cloth napkins and replaced them with paper for some reason, the salad and soup were fine but my pasta was so hot it was inedible for a good 20 minutes and when I finally tried it, it was flavorless and overcooked and had little to no sauce while my mom's lasagna was cold in the middle. The waitress spent over 20 minutes talking to another customer (maybe the owner?) sitting by herself, and would avoid eye contact with me as I tried to signal we wanted the check. It took over an hour in total which is kind of ridiculous considering we were 2 of 5 people in the room. It was extremely disappointing and I feel as though we were treated differently to the other customers because of how I was dressed (in cutoffs and a hat). Two older women were seated as we left and they received cloth napkins. read more

It Was My First time at Sergio s' . Sergio Greeted me . He was Very Nice . The Food was excellent . The Tri-Tip Sandwich was one of the best I ever had . Every time I come back to this establishment , its always the Same . Super Food , and Sergio makes a point , in Treating every customer like Family . Good Job ! Thank You . barrytopdog@sbcglobal.net read more

Have not been to Sergio's since they relocated across the street. Classy place, friendly knowledgeable staff. Meals to die for. (Not health food but, man-o-man the large portions & flavors are supreme!) Great place to bring out-of-town guest! The ONLY drawback is the open grill area. You will notice your cloths & hair will carry the scent of something you did not order back home. I imagine the venting is kept low not to encroach on surrounding patrons. Will be back again... read more

Very cozy new location. I love the meat- always tastes fresh and Sergio cooks it perfectly every time. The prices are also very reasonable. One of my favorites in Grass Valley for sure. read more

My girlfriend & I ate outside on a beautiful day. The service was very good & friendlier than most places and the food was great. Definitely a good spot to eat. read more

Dinner was good service was great... small selection on menu but quality food... moderately priced..

Love this restaurant. Excellent food,service and ambiance. The last time I was there I had the chicken picatta-mmmm. And to me they have the best fries! Upon request,they have easily altered my entree to accommodate my gluten and dairy free needs.The folks I have eaten with have so enjoyed the taste of their italian cuisine. read more

My family is Tuscano (from Tuscany, Italy). My grandparents were two of the first Italians to open a restaurant in Northbeach, San Francisco. As a full blooded Italian who was raised on the best Italian food, it is rare that I eat Italian away from my home and have it taste as authentic as that of my mother and grandmother's cooking. We went on a Monday evening and the chef who was there cooking was from Milan. I was floored by the flavors and my heart was melting. The wines were unbelievable. I love you for doing this Sergio! You have true passion for the best! Grazie to you and your chef and all he brings to this amazing restaurant in our foothills. From, Linda Gemignani (and all of my ancestors too) read more

Great Restaurant, Excellent staff, good service. David served us a great meal, had the chicken Parmigiana, Caesar Salad, and a very good Primitivo. Highly Recommended read more

Loved it. Was looking for a regular breakfast joint, but was talked into Sergio's by my group, and wow--what a surprise. Loved the meal. Everything was perfect. Thank you! read more

Great place for the whole family including your family dog! We had just arrived to grass valley and we're staying in a rental within walking distance of Main Street. We were looking for a place to eat that would allow dogs. Surprisingly this was one of the only places we could find with a patio. When I walked in I was initially hesitant because it was formal and we had just been in the car for 10 hours (not looking so formal..) but the staff was very friendly and made us feel very comfortable. They sat us at the patio and the service was great. Our 3 kids had eaten a few hours earlier so we ordered them some fries and penne Alfredo. They brought us extra plates for sharing before we could even ask! Both were delicious! My husband and I had the shrimp avocado salad and the tri-tip sandwich. Both were great! I would definitely go back and recommend this place to all. read more

Ate at Sergio's last week and had a very memorable meal. I have thought about that meal a few times since, so I thought I would get a review in before I go back for seconds. The ambiance in Sergio's leaves a little to be desired, it isn't real fancy, but they try with the space they have. The wine menu is decent, the menu has something for everyone. Mostly Italian. They had a fillet mignon special and a fish special. But, I opted for the risotto Pescatore. If you get a chance, you must try this dish! Clams, mussels, shrimp and scallops, perfectly cooked in the most amazing sauce over risotto. This is the type of dish you can't stop eating, and the sauce...you can't help but clean the bowl with a piece of bread. Had a house salad to start, it was fresh simple and nice, enjoyed the blue cheese dressing. Service was absolutely fantastic. More I think about it, This is one of the best restaurants in Grass Valley. read more

Perhaps I am a bit jaded since I can cook some decent Italian pastas myself, that being said hopefully I can forewarn other cooks with my review. While it's evident that the ingredients they use are of a good quality, overall the food is rather bland, especially considering the price you are paying. Herbs are hardly noticeable, sauces and and drizzles are slightly sweet with perhaps a hint of flavor. They can do creamy but that's fairly easy to do. Overall the word I'd use to describe their concoctions is 'delicate'. If that's your thing I would recommend this place. If you prefer more complexity and robust flavors there are mom and pop Italian joints that can deliver, not Sergio's. For example I tried their gnocchi, which was creamy, but that's it. No added spice or spin on the recipe, nothing but dumplings in cheese sauce for $18. For a restaurant attempting to be posh it falls short. I'm giving it 3 stars because it's wines are tasty and it's portion sizes were good. read more

Bland and overpriced food. Our dinners were expensive and the salads were not included with the entrees. We had only been there about an hour and were just finishing our over priced desserts and coffees when approached by a waitress. She asked us to finish and leave because they had patrons waiting! I did not notice them asking others to leave. We thought it was because we were not drinking wine. However our bill was substantial as it was. Not only will we never return but I am happy to let everyone know about the deplorably rude manner that Sergio's treats patrons. I suggest you skip this ridiculously overpriced and mediocre restaurant and eat at one of the really good ones in the downtown vicinity. There are several in the same area with wonderful food and excellent service. The owners and staff of Sergio's should be ashamed! read more

We have been to Sergio's 3 times in the past few weeks and have enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. They serve organic greens and chicken on their menu, which is important to us. The wait staff is friendly and helpful. I hope they prosper here. We need places like this in Grass Valley. read more

We have gone here 3 times this year in the new location and it's amazing! Lovely atmosphere (not noisy as some have stated). The food has been wonderful each time and the service very prompt, professional and friendly. Prices are reasonable for the quality/quantity and service. Many ingredients are organic which is our main dining-out criteria. read more

My meal this week was very disappointing. The chicken was dry and chewy. Two waiters asked me how my meal was and I told them. However they did not offer to get me another plate or to take off the extra $4.00 which I paid to have the chicken. It took a long time to get our ticket once we were finished. read more

We went to Sergio's last night. The only reason why I took away a star was because the waiter was just a little too slow, in my opinion, when it came to taking our drink orders. However, after that was all done, his service was very good. We ordered the fruit and cheese platter as an appetizer. I think that the cheeses were brie, gorgonzola, and perhaps gouda, but I'm not sure about the third. All were paired with either pecans, apples, or raspberries. It was delicious and the perfect light appetizer. My dad and I ordered veal for dinner (it is so hard to find in restaurants around here that I couldn't pass it up), my sister had the tri-tip, and my mom ordered mussels. The veal in the butter white wine sauce was DELICIOUS! It was such a delectable sauce, so velvety, yet light at the same time. The portions of veal were pretty generous, so you really get your money's worth. My sister really enjoyed her tri-tip and my mom didn't particularly care for the mussels, but the shrimp that were served with the mussels she found to be quite tasty. My mom became fixated on the fact that flies kept landing on her food, but we decided that it is not a good idea to order seafood that is three hours from any coastal town on a summer evening. I would say that seafood in Grass Valley is best ordered in the winter, when there are really no flies. All in all, I definitely recommend. read more

My wife and I stopped in for lunch on the weekend. I ordered the salami sandwich and my wife order the tri-tip salad. My sandwich was an excellent combination of chabota bread and basil vinaigrette ever so slightly toasted. The tri-tip salad was bursting with color and flavor. The bright green lettuce and red tomatoes with accented goat cheese and caramelized walnuts complimented the tri-tip that was cooked to perfection. The staff was friendly. The restaurant was very clean and the ambiance was comfortable. We can't wait to go back. read more

Sergio's has recently updated their location, they have a fabulous place down Mill St. from where they used to be. Great place to hang out in a clean, sophisticated atmosphere. Good food, great service, nice selection of beverages. Try the flourless chocolate torte with raspberry sauce for dessert, rich enough for two! read more

We recently moved to Grass Valley from the Bay Area. The food is Bay Area quality at country prices. Pleasant atmosphere, attentive staff, convenient downtown location. read more

The food and service was excellent, however the ambience is seriously lacking. The restaurant was super loud, really brightly lit and had no ventilation so when I left there after dinner my hair and clothes smelled like food and grease. Lastly, it was a really warm night but inside it was freezing so much so I didn't take my jacket off all night and had to eat while sitting in my jacket which wasn't that comfortable. It was so cold both parties of people sitting next to us commented on it too. read more

Been back to Sergio's a few more times and they continue to provide excellent food in a very classy setting. Their staff is flawlessly attentive. Grass Valley is so fortunate to have Sergio's. read more

Our dining out group had a wonderful lunch today at Sergio's and we were so impressed by the speed and friendliness of the staff. There were 22 of us and we were all served promptly with delicious food from their very extensive menu. Highly recommend!!! read more

Arrived at 5:30 and found all tables were reserved so we ate at bar. Great new decor vs. their old location, very bustling w/all the patrons. I had chicken parmesan and wife had chicken ravioli, both very good; very courteous and attentive wait staff, plan to make reservations next time. read more

I had a great time at Sergio's. You have to try the chicken (or vegetarian) ravioli, with a delicious specialità sauce, sweet, slightly spicy tomato sauce and fresh basil pesto. It's all homemade, and I'm sure my Italian mother in law would return to the living for this dish! The staff are wonderful, attentive, and efficient. Everything I've eaten there has been fresh, refined, and delicious. They're now using local organic produce, and have a wine selection that includes organic bio-dynamic choices. What I tried was a particularly rich and satisfying Cabernet Sauvignon by Ceago vineyard located on the north shore of Clear Lake, California, another local resource. Sergio and Elena are doing a great job of offering a high end dining experience with a home made, expression. read more

My wife and I had high hopes for Sergio Caffe, but as the meal progressed, we became more and more disillusioned. By the end, we decided that it would be a good place to go for a drink if we could get a seat in the outdoor area, but that we probably wouldn't be back for dinner. Here's the breakdown: The pros: Great location Outdoor seating Pleasant decor Live music Reasonable prices on alcohol Neutral: Our waiter was fine, not exceptional, but perfectly ok. The cons: Without exception, every one of the three items (2 entrees, 1 dessert) was utterly unremarkable, if not bland. I ordered the grilled salmon salad. When it arrived, it contained a pile of romaine lettuce, a few tomato wedges, and a piece of under-spiced grilled salmon, which was undercooked to the point that I had to send it back--and I never do that. Getting the re-cooked piece (the same one I bit into) took a reasonable amount of time, but no one was particularly apologetic. I'm generally a fan of salmon salads, but I vote nay on this one. At home, I regularly put together FAR tastier salmon salads in about 15 minutes. My companion ordered gnocchi. It came on a bed of lame-looking spinach and was overcooked and somewhat bland. We finished with dessert, a panacotta. This tasted like institutional dessert. Probably the worst dessert I've had in town ever at a restaurant. Not bad tasting per se, just utterly boring and not worth the price tag. We chose to sit outside partly because with a live musician playing it was kind of loud inside for conversation. The hostess and bus staff seemed indifferent and a little unorganized. Our empty water glasses were passed by several people who, in a another restaurant, would have noticed and refilled them. The hostess seemed reluctant to meet our eyes and very shy. The price seemed high for the quality of food and service that we received. We paid about $90 with tip and $28 of that was a bottle of champagne. I don't mind paying that much, but I like to get what I paid for. We both left thinking "We could have eaten at the Owl for that price and had great food and friendly service." read more

We have lived in G.V. for over thirty years and last night we went to Sergio's for the first time. I had the Filet and I can say that it was the best piece of meat I have had! The service was great and our waitress was delightful They were very busy but it just made for a very family type atmosphere. We will go back and will recommend them to our friends. read more

Great food, great service, and very friendly staff. This was my grandfather's favorite restaurant, and now that he's gone we always come here for him. Thank you for being a wonderful place to eat! read more

I think Sergios Caffe serves the best food in town. Their pricing is reasonable. They have significantly helped the noise level in the restaurant by installing colorful sound baffles on the walls. My only minor complaint is that sometimes the restaurant smells smoky from the grill. read more

Have eaten here before and was good. Tonight was not. Poor initial service, chicken marsala was bland, calamari cooked wrong (tough), returned that one to kitchen. Got lasagna and that was good. No attempt to change the bill or other compensation for our inconvinence. read more

Consistent good service and good food. The new location has a nice little spot to sit near the piano and have wine and an antipasto. I really enjoy sitting there to meet a friend. Good new patio to watch our little town too. read more

A great place. We made reservations. That was a good idea. This place was busy even if it was 5 pm. The waiter was not very attentive and we had to ask for a glass of wine, but he did make a wonderful recommendation. We also had to wait for a bit to have bread served. Lots of wait staff wandering around but not waiting on tables. We got our food after quickly though, after we ordered.... It was worth it all. Gnocchi, lasagna, chicken parm and spinach raviolis all rated rave reviews. They willingly boxed up our remaining food and all was good. The capper on the evening was a vanilla panna cotta that was to die for. We shared it as it was rich and creamy. DELICIOUS. There is outside eating and would have been nice on a warm evening. The inside is clean and bright and the kitchen area is right in the seating area. I would certainly go back. Sergio's Caffe started our evening out perfectly. $148. for 5 people read more