Easy 5 stars. Wild concept, but I personally judge restaurants and bars based on things like... the drinks, food, atmosphere, and how they treat people- and this place consistently nails all four. I've hosted events here and every experience has been warm, welcoming, thoughtful, and genuinely community-oriented. The staff works incredibly hard, the space is beautiful, and they've always created an environment where people feel comfortable and taken care of. The cocktails are fantastic, the vibe is even better, and it's refreshing to support a business that opens its doors to a wide range of people and events. Anyway- highly recommend the espresso martinis and touching grass. read more

Best venu into with the best staff and morals. Absolute top - shelf event venue and great place for drinks - been to many events here and it never misses. read more

I went to Smic's for my friend's birthday party and had a great time. The owner, Paula, was actually working behind the bar during the party and was very friendly and kind. I'll be back again to grab a drink and a bite before going to see a movie across the street at the IMAX. read more

Every single event I've had the privilege of being a part of at SMIC's has been amazing. The venue is chic, and moody. The food is curated by local chefs, and the drinks are strong (not to mention served by bodacious bartenders). The service is attentive and quick. What more could you ask for in a venue/restaurant space? SMIC's is inclusive and always a good time. Truly, if you haven't been to SMIC'S, round up the girlies and get your booties down to K street. Keep it dark and glossy. read more

Such a cute area! This bar is right in front of the esquire IMAX theater downtown. It may be a bit hard to find because it is covered by a patio wood cover, just know it's next to a sushi bar! I went here for an event with 70+ people. Let me tell you, the bartenders did a great job getting the line down for drinks super fast and very attentive. They had very creative margs! The inside of the bar is super cute with an old vintage vibe mixed with a modern twist. There's also an extended area past the bar that provides a bit privacy. Definitely an aesthetic vibe going on here! Great for picture read more

We reserved this space for my dad's 80th birthday. I really appreciate that you didn't have to do much decorating the space is already classy, beautiful and ready to go! Plus it comes with a bar tender! Paula the owner was super responsive and ACCOMMODATING via email and made the process seamless. She even accommodated food preference choices. Our package came with finger foods/ hors d'oeuvres. I thought the food was ok, the selection of food was kind of not age appropriate for the event but the owner would have and WAS receptive to changes even within the same price range. The bar tender was super accommodating with the music as well. Over all I would rent this place again in a heart beat I would just have a bigger budget for food. I am so grateful to Paula and her beautiful, affordable space! read more

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met some friends and we shared a bunch of small plates. drinks were fun but a little expensive for what they are. the place looks nice

Fun seasonal/themed menus for any kind of holiday or events. Plus, the place to be for celebratory Chambongs. Came here with my girl friends for a quick bite before watching the Taylor Swift eras tour at the Esquire IMAX theater, and it was awesome. Love the Pumpkin Curry Soup, fall bruschetta, and of course the Chambongs. It's been awhile since we took shots, but the Casaamigo tequila was really good. Had a vanilla aftertaste. Highly recommend stopping by on your night out in midtown. read more

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They were closed on Sunday. Yelp said they were open. Went next door for Sushi. That was delightful. Thank you. read more

This review is for their afternoon tea. I love that a bar offers afternoon tea lol (first Saturday of the month here), not a place you'd expect to have afternoon tea, that's for sure! At $38 per set (portions are definitely good for two people) and $14 for a pot of tea, prices are definitely on the lower end. I have to say though that for the quality you get, it definitely isn't worth any more than that. Everything seemed store-bought and not fresh, and nothing really tickled my fancy taste-wise. Parking is also very difficult in this area. We parked in a garage a couple blocks away and paid about $10 for a couple hours or so. Presentation was nice and service was fine; I just wish the food tasted better! read more

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This was my first time here Jenn the bartender was very attentive and made sure we were taken care of. The pizza was so yummy. the ambiance was sexy,chic just simply amazing read more

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I give this place a 10/10. We went here for a girlfriend's birthday. It was about 12 of us. From the beginning, it was a great vibe. The ambiance was everything we wanted. Very welcoming. It gave a cozy feeling, but also felt vibrant and lively at the same time. Our server, Steven was amazing! He didn't make us feel rushed, he was attentive to our needs, gave us descriptions of the menu/drink items we asked about, and at the end of the night, celebrated the birthday girl with us! The bartender made each drink to perfection. No drink was too weak, too sweet, or anything negative. About the food: -The girls in our party said the bread pudding was good. But I don't like soggy bread so it's a no for me. They said the flavor was amazing and consistency was exactly what bread pudding is supposed to be like. -Charcuterie board had a great variety. The cheese was good, the fruit was fresh, the veggies were pickled to perfection, and the bread wasn't toasted too hard. The only thing we didn't like was the pit inside of the olives. But that wasn't a deal breaker.. We still ate em! -Hummus, ON POINT!! -Pesto pizza, AMAZING -Mac n cheese, meh.. there was some kind of sweetness to it that none of us liked. It wasn't gross though. Just a sweetness that we aren't used to. Shortly after our event, the owner followed up with an email just to see about our experience. I've never had that happen before. We will definitely be back! read more

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Got d awful low quality frozen food that is like from Costco packaged foods. It's displayed in an unprofessional manner and it's literally mictiowaced. Why would anyone patronize this place ?the chicken was dry and disgusting.i got really sick from this food. read more

Smic's - Enjoy your frozen pizza - Bars Near Me - Sacramento, California

The best happy hour spot in Sac! I came here on a Thursday, ordered everything on the happy hour menu and was more than impressed! The garlic peanuts were shockingly tasty, the chicken quesadilla was delicious, and who doesn't love Brussel sprouts. The vibe here is dark and moody. The velvet couches and mix of large and small tables makes this spot perfect for a small date night or a kickoff spot for a bachelorette party. read more

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LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! Went with a friend to have a girls night to get a couple drinks and catch up. Walked in and was immediately drawn in to the vibes. Many options of places to sit. They were having an event but still accommodated others who were not attending. Great customer service as the three people I saw working behind the bar that night came to check in with us. Did not get anything to eat but will be trying their food the next time I go. read more

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Located across the IMAX. Indoor/Outdoor seating ..the indoor being pretty cute with little sitting areas and a bar (long side had hooks underneath). The food is made in-house with few vegan options. They had a specialty cocktail list and it's nice to see different concoctions or modified classics.. I tried leaving my card to open a tab and was refused and told they just cash you out in the end. Personally, I wouldn't trust a drunk to walk away without paying.. but perhaps it's a Covid thing. read more

Smic's - Smoke Filled Room (pass) - Bars Near Me - Sacramento, California

A hidden gem! We came for the dessert and it did not disappoint! Boozie apple pie with homemade whipped cream... mmm mmm good! The ambiance was perfect. It felt like we were walking in to a big living room/lounge space with comfy seating all around. There was a dining space with a beautiful rug under a big dining table and wonderful lighting throughout the whole space. What I appreciated most was the owner. I did not catch her name but she was as sweet as can be. 3 weeks after having a little baby and she was back in the hustle and bustle of business owning! WOW!!! And.... She ACTUALLY CARES ABOUT HER CUSTOMERS which is so abnormal and SOOOO refreshing! I would go back just for her. Try this place and you will not be disappointed. It's a fun spot for an evening out!!! read more

Smic's - Dining Space - Bars Near Me - Sacramento, California

Our charcuterie was delicious, our drinks were lovely, but minus two stars for being understaffed on a Friday. To the point that we wanted another drink and dessert but it wasn't possible because the bartender/server was so busy. No fault on him, he was great, but it was absurdly busy and way more than he could attend to. read more

Originally I was about to leave a scathing 1 star review of my experience at this bar. We heard about this place from a friend of mine after seeing the Barbie Anniversary advertising. We (group of 4) got there and settled in the bar waiting for a table and ordered some drinks/food. The AMOUNT of time we waited to be served as well as the miscommunication of being shown a table versus getting it ourselves and not to mention, we have to remind them several times of our order. But after almost each server came and apologized for the wait and really made our group feel like a priority as well as offering us free appetizers/ drinks, our group had a lovely time. I guess this is a good reminder that during this time of everything opening up again we have to be patient during rush hours and understanding to servers and owners who are trying their best. Great customer service/ great drinks/ great prices. read more

First time visiting Smic's last night and holy happy heifer was it amazing! First, the location is dope because they have a quaint, and relaxing patio space and it's off the crazier part of K street. While we couldn't eat/drink inside, we did venture in for a few minutes and the decor inside is rad! Really spacious and classy, but not pretentious and ritzy. Second, the menu. OMG that menu! We ate almost everything on there and every item exceeded our expectations. I will wholeheartedly vouch for that mac & cheese, margarita flatbread, and charcuterie number. Everything tasted fresher than fresh and I truly couldn't stop stuffing food in my yapper. When it started to become painful in my midsection, I finally figured out I should stop. From a sippables standpoint, they had a simple but sophisticated selection of wines and beers, all local, of course. Last, but certainly not least, the service was great! Our glasses never ran dry, we got a killer recommendation on prosciutto in our mac and just all around had a great time. This is a phenomenal date spot or a cool joint to meet friends for a relaxed happy hour. Just make sure to get a reservation until they're able to open back up inside. read more

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Went here for our Christmas company party. I wouldn't even know where to park, luckily we took an Uber. I love the ambiance and the service. The food was alright. The drinks were pretty strong. It was a little small for a work company. read more

Perfect outdoor space during codv! My mother and I came to check out this cute place and wish I remembered to take a photo when I was inside to use the restroom. Great friendly service from every single lady. #inthecompanyofwomen My mother was impressed and she's very critical about tastes. She appraised the flat beard and our charcuterie board; especially, the cheeses! Those were her favorite. I love my beer and rosé! Great beer recommendation from the staff. Definitely coming back when I'm in the valley again!! read more

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A very chic, fun, vibrant spot in sac. The food is has always been great. My favorite is the fried Mac and cheese, and their Seasonal Flatbreads. The Blair Waldorf cocktail is a MUST! ITS AMAZING! read more

Late review.. I came here with a group of friends and they were nice enough to let us come in and grab a drink while they were setting up for a private party. It's has an Alice in Wonderland type of vibe to it. Good spot to come to for drinks after work. Would def come back. read more

Get the chambong! Other than that, this place is pretty much like any other bar downtown. It's clean and a good vibe for after an event at the Convention Center or the Safe Credit Unit Performance Arts Center because it's conveniently close. The staff was extremely friendly. There's seating outdoors and indoors. read more

Smic's - Bars Near Me - Sacramento, California

Fast and friendly service. Nice laid back vibe, delicious and thoughtfully made cocktails too! We had the charcuterie and autumn Bruschetta which were great! Perfect spot for a quick bite and drink before a show. Will come again! read more

A cute hidden gem on K st. I've gone twice now and each time I thoroughly enjoyed the vibe of the place as well as the drinks and food. Highly recommend the Blair Waldorf (had to try because my gig obsession) haha it did not disappoint! Def packs a punch ...loved the candy rim bit. I only need one of these to have me feeling good (lightweight) the pizza (margherita) was nothing special, kinda taste like microwave pizza. The empanadas were good and came with a nice mango chutney sauce on the side. The boozy pies were a disappointment, good, but nothing "boozy" about them. The decor is very chic and has that lighting that makes everyone look good haha! p.S. If you sit outside just beware of the rats that do run around in the bushes. Enjoy! read more

Came in 30 minutes before closing and the bartender was super nice and even made a custom drink for my partner. read more

Smic's - Blair Waldorf and a custom drink - Bars Near Me - Sacramento, California

Fun atmosphere, yummy drinks, and great service. Came here for my first time and definitely want to come back for happy hour and during the day to see the decor better as it's a bit dark at night. Service was very goid read more

Smic's - Blair Waldorf - Bars Near Me - Sacramento, California

We popped into Smic's before seeing a show. It was a Saturday evening and the place was practically empty so we were able to get good seats. The decor was nice and sleek looking but the service sucked!!!! The bartender looked like a deer caught in headlights when I tried to order a Mai tai...he said they didn't have the ingredients...I then tried to order a tequila sunrise...again they didn't have the ingredients...I tried to order a midori sour...again they didn't have the ingredients. My friend tried to order a whiskey sour...again they didn't have the ingredients. So I settled for a cocktail they had on the menu called a Blair Waldorf which was $12.50. It was okay, it was vodka with some type of citrus, not worth $12.50. I would totally skip this place. It's a dud. read more

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The menu on the website and here is not up to date. When we got the menu, we asked if that was all they had and the server was very kind and polite. He let us know the owner hasn't updated the online menu and that they are short staffed and the don't have a lot of food options. We were disappointed because what we wanted to eat wasn't available. It was also very difficult for us to find this place. Ambiance is nice, but unfortunately we were able to eat the food as we had originally came to have heavy appetizers for dinner there. read more

I went here with a friend last night for the Tuesday Bachelorette viewing party! They've been having these every Tuesday since the current Bachelorette is from Sacramento. They have a large screen set up outside for viewing. There are tables on an outdoor patio. When we got there it was pretty packed which made me a little bit uncomfortable because of Covid. The owner is super friendly. She immediately offered us indoor or outdoor seating and moved chairs in order for us to feel comfortable and safe. They did some really cute things like a bachelorette themed drink menu and trivia and commercial breaks. It was definitely a fun place to be and a nice break from sitting in my house. Four stars because they didn't have diet Coke, only regular Coke! Smic's please add diet to your menu :) read more

Great looking bar with friendly and attentive staff and great drinks as well. We stopped in for a drink before our dinner reservation nearby on a Saturday in April. I have recommended this place to at least 5 people since then. read more

I recently held an event here on behalf of my company while we were in town for a convention. First, Smic's is a great location to host an event in conjunction with a conference or convention taking place at the convention center. It's basically a stone's throw away. It's also a nice and quiet place to take a client for a quick drink/meeting in the afternoon. There are both indoor and outdoor seating available. The staff at Smic's are top-notch! The drinks they serve are spectacular and made quickly. Paula was great and easy to work with. She and her team were able to put together a dessert display with some of Sacramento's best pastries that were truly scrumptious! I'm so glad I chose Smic's as our venue. Highly recommend this place for your next event or just to grab a drink. read more

We stopped by for drink and quick bite. Extremely nice husband and won't operating this business. My wife and enjoyed our pizza and cocktails. I recommend this place to all friends and family. Service is amazing read more

BEST WOMAN OWNED BAR IN SACRAMENTO i love smic's! everytime i go i am greeted warmly by staff who makes you feel welcomed and valued as a customer. the wine selection is wonderful, as so are the charcuterie boards they do a great job adhering to covid guidelines as well as i feel safe when im there. the owner is involved and friendly which is rare to find in the sacramento area. they have the cuuutest patio set up for sunny afternoon day drinking! the aesthetic is to die for, make sure you get great ig photos! it is even a great place to knock out some emails during a work break. smic's has brought new, youthful, refined energy back to k street and i am always excited to stop by! keep supporting locally owned! read more

This place is cute with a great esthetic and excellent service but is lacking in the food and drink department. Positives: 1) Staff and service was excellent - Anthony, our server, was great. 2) The interior vibe is awesome, great look and cute place. 3) They have chambongs. Negatives: 1) The food was just okay but costs a premium amount. For instance their charcuterie board has all store bought items, nothing homemade or even improved upon. Literally I think it all came from Costco. 2) The drinks were subpar and when we ordered a bottle of wine, we were charged for 4 glasses of wine. That's quite unusual - normally you'd have a bottle price or provide value in the purchase of a bottle but that wasn't the case. 3) While out of their control, the block of K St they are on isn't the nicest and they're right next door to a dingy storefront. read more

Anthony was our bartender, he was so lovely and exceeded all of our expectations at Smic's. Would recommend to anyone for enjoying a happy hour cocktail and more! read more

Would not recommend having your private event at this venue. Bar staff is not personable, management misled us and was not helpful In remedying the issue. All in all the service was not up to par with the cost. read more

I went to Smic's this past weekend to celebrate my birthday. I sent an email over to see if they had seating for 8, and Paula the owner got back to me quickly and set us up with their community table. It was absolutely perfect, it was set away from other tables so it felt more private. Our server Anthony was phenomenal, super attentive and friendly. We got multiple different dishes to share and everything was delicious! We got all the sharer items- The curry chicken empanadas were my favorite! Also, their chambongs aren't on the menu but they are amazing as so much fun! Thank you so much Paula, Anthony and the whole Smic's team for making my 30th birthday dinner one to remember. I can't wait to come back!! read more

Smic's - Chambongs! - Bars Near Me - Sacramento, California

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