My wife and I were visiting the area and checked Yelp for a good lunch place and decided to go here. Half of the place is for drinks only and the other part serves bar food, which is quite good. We shared an order of pesto fries, which were EXCELLENT, then my wife ordered their salmon tacos and I selected the green chile pork tacos. Both were very good. I had a wheat beer and my wife had a nice chardonnay. They were perfect. Our waiter was very attentive and they got our food to us quickly. What can I say except the next time we are in the area we will definitely go back. read more

Service was really good, the setting was very calm and relaxing with some great music. Staff is doing a great job with practicing Covid19 precautions. read more

The Chef's Table - I really loved their shrimp and grits and as others have recommended, the beer battered pesto fries is amazing! - New American Near Me - Rocklin, California

Excellent Brussel sprouts and tacos. We were a little disappointed in the French dip. Prices were high for the amount of food you get but tolerable in this crazy day and age. Very small place- expect to wait for a table. read more

This is the best restaurant and bar in Rocklin! We love their Happy Hour (3-6 Tuesday through Saturday). Absolutely amazing food, wine selection, beer and craft cocktails and all in a nice setting with friendly, professional staff. Their stuffed avocado, pesto fries and chicken tacos are beyond flavorful. It is truly a great dining experience. We find it hard to go anywhere else! read more

The Chef's Table - Pesto Fries and Amazing Chicken Tacos - New American Near Me - Rocklin, California

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The Chef's Table is mine and my husband's go-to dinner spot! It is our absolute favorite! We are both picky eaters, but we make sure to try something new on the menu every time we go, and we have never been disappointed! read more

Best place for a good dinner and good environment! The pesto fries are the go to starter for the dinner. All food is fresh and tasty

My husband and I have been there several times. The food is always excellent, and the service is too. They are friendly, accommodating and create an atmosphere you just don't want to leave. Make reservations the restaurant is on the smallish side. read more

Went to the Chef's table about a year ago and it was absolutely amazing. I'm going to be going back again this week and I cannot wait. My mouth is watering right now! I had chicken and mashed potatoes. Crazy good read more

Atmosphere is a bit plain for fine dining and servers wore t-shirts and jeans. Asparagus appetizer and pork tacos were the best food dish and everything else was just okay. I'm not a beer drinker so I can't comment on that, but there were no mixed drinks. read more

This place was awesome! Great food and beverages. Great atmosphere and the owner made sure to make us feel at home. Very unique cool spot.

Love this place for a nice quiet date night. I wish there was a bit more space but the food is fantastic and the service is good.

Great dinner & wonderful wait staff - 1990s rock and the casual atmosphere yet upscale farm to table menu make this place a true local gem.

This place is simply amazing! Eric and his crew are so attentive and welcoming. They're great at making guest connections.

Wowezer. I saw nothing on the menu I would not love and love to eat. The quality is off the hook amazing food . Cooked perfectly and ultra delicious. Not much room in this facility. Worth the wait . Go here eat here and it's your new favorite place forever . read more

This review is mainly based on the flavors of what I ate. The service, atmosphere, etc was good. Fries w pesto & parmesan - 4 - worth getting again TCT Peach Burger 3.3 - not bad but nothing special, I ordered it medium rare and it was pink in the middle but the texture was still dry and not what I expect medium rare to feel like Iced Tea - 3.3 - ok read more

Great food and drinks. The best part of all is the quaint experience. Make sure you book in advance but this place makes for an excellent date night. read more

Delicious food with a rotating seasonal menu. Got the pork chop and my wife got the fried chicken. Great casual atmosphere with attentive staff. Always love going here. read more

Fabulous cheese board. Every single item's flavor blends very well with any other item. Excellent cheeseboard. You will need reservations for dining, as this place is booked. But, if you just want to stop in, the bar has tables and you can order and eat there just as well. Will definitely visit here again. Nice little gem of a place. read more

My wife and I went to this restaurant on the blind recommendation of a friend who heard good things. From the outside, it's not too impressive -- it's situated in a small space in a strip mall squeezed between a bank and a coffee shop. They don't even have a permanent sign up. As soon as you walk in, though, the hearty scent of their fried chicken and the warm, modern decor makes you forget you're in a strip mall. I had the skippy burger even though it sounded like only a stoner would enjoy it. It was surprisingly good. Wife had a pasta dish - sauce was good, pasta was basic. read more

The Chef's Table - Pesto fries - New American Near Me - Rocklin, California

I've always enjoy a place where the Chef's cook in front of you, you know that they have mad talent to do that. It's always a treat to get to enjoy your food and be entertained with a cooking show. The scallops were great; perfectly cooked and seasoned. I've seen a lot of reviews on here about the PB & J Burger... order it; you'll be pleasantly surprised. Will definitely go back... so much more on the menu to try. read more

Another home run. Ordered curbside, 2 braided rib 1 Marys Fried Chicken. Did not lick the serving dishes, but I wanted tp The chicken was crunchy, the mashed potatos great. Tje braised ribs were melt in your mouth, green beans and potatos terrific. So glad we will be able to eat there in person soon. read more

We went for Happy Hour with group of 9 on a Saturday. The food was amazing- the flavors were so unique. The drinks were super yummy- they were balanced very well. The drinks are a little pricey. BUT the service, ambiance, & food all make up for it. This is our new go-to :) read more

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One of our foodie friends recommended this spot for a date night with my husband. The food was great. The mood was great. Added to my top five places to dine out. read more

This is my absolute favorite restaurant to go to for a date night, friend night, girlfriend meet-up, whatever the occasion. Everything on their menu is phenomenal!! If you want to go to a place that makes you feel like family, go here. During this "Covid time", they made us feel like all was well in the world because we could sit and eat and talk in an environment that felt welcoming and normal. And to all you "Karens" and "Carls", don't ruin a kick ass place. Go to Denny's or something. read more

Hands down the best dining out experience I have had in years. While initially I wasn't thrilled about the wait I knew that a 45 minute wait on a Wednesday meant it was worth it. The service was stellar, our salad, appetizers and main courses were beyond expectations and every drink spectacular. We drove an hour to meet family here and will drive an hour again without hesitation. Brett was awesome! Thank you for an amazing night. read more

Upscale food in a comfortable atmosphere. We tried the spring pea risotto, off the cob corn and the pesto fries. All were so good! The staff is warm and friendly... but unmasked. read more

I will put this place head-to-head with any restaurant in Sacramento! My lady is a caterer and this is her favorite restaurant in the entire area! I had the fried chicken AGAIN and they nailed it AGAIN! I'm looking forward to the expanded location. Just go! Do not question it... Just GO! read more

My husband and I love going to The Chef's Table for our date nights ... love the ambiance and of course, the food. Happy hour has the best vibe! read more

Believe the hype! This place is bomb! I first came here about 18 months ago with Gabe, my then-bf now-hubs. We ordered the pesto fries and fried chicken with mashed potatoes. Ohhhh man, it was delicious! We also got a couple beers, I don't remember what Gabe got but I got a fruity one that had JUST enough flavor. Fast forward a year and a half and we haven't been back (why?! we're lame), until my mom makes double date plans for her, my dad, and their friends. The friends bail, so Gabe, my brother, and I decide to crash their romantic date night. I was completely and unashamedly motivated by the memory of the delicious fried chicken. We waited about 10 minutes after our reservation time to be seated, but no biggie, we got a couple drinks at the bar and waited. When we were sat, our waiter Toby was really cool and helpful. We got the pesto fries as a starter, which were big enough for all of us, and they disappeared in like 30 seconds. It was almost embarrassing when Toby came back to ask how they were and we all looked up from an empty plate with stuffed faces...ummm....errr... silent thumbs up all around! 3 of us ordered the fried chicken (I almost tried something new but as I'd been dreaming of that chicken for 18 months, I gave in), my mom ordered another kind of chicken, and my brother ordered the peanut butter burger. We all gave him skeptical looks, but it was he who had the last laugh, for that burger twas FREAKIN AMAZING. We all took a bite and, delicious as our chicken was, followed his burger with longing eyes until it was gone. I'm definitely ordering that next time, which will NOT be a full 18 months from now. This place is small, yes, so you need reservations. I love the ambiance and the vibe, which feels way more "city" than it should, given its location in a random Rocklin (least city-like city EVER) strip mall. Also, I have since heard/found out that the food is all local. Bonus! I love this place and will be heading back soon for that pb burger! read more

The Chef's Table - The peanut butter burger! Extra points for pickle. - New American Near Me - Rocklin, California

Never a disappointing meal. And the service is excellent in a laid back style. They graciously accommodated all of my requests since I can't have dairy. My napkin slipped off my lap and I had a new napkin before I even noticed it The menu has so many fresh and delicious options. It changed daily so you'll never get board. Only stable item is pesto fries. You gotta have that. Best to make reservations. Small dining room with a cozy bar. Great wine selection. It will easily become a fav place to impress your friends' palate. We'll def be back. read more

I took my husband here for our Friday date night. The food and our waiter were amazing. The atmosphere in this place is very friendly. It reminded me of the tv sitcom Cheers. My berry and peach cobbler was out of this world. We were very satisfied with our service and recommendation from our waiter. This restaurant enjoys spicing a dish up with quality food and flavor in every bite. They also promote local artists by displaying their artwork throughout the restaurant. For those of you who wrote a negative experience with this restaurant before, you should believe in giving places like this a second chance. Hope to see us soon! read more

The Chef's Table - Pesto fries, yummy fried chicken, berry and peach cobbler and my hubby's top 5 best burger in town. The meat taste like a steak. - New American Near Me - Rocklin, California

Let me start with, I do not take the time to write reviews. And I'm a food snob. I love California for our bounty -- and experience accordingly. First, the food. We enjoyed two dishes, an app and wine. The mains we selected (short ribs and veggie risotto w/shrimp) were both more than expected. Flavor, presentation, portion. Second, the service. Amazing wait staff. Nick and Kirk, can I hang with them? Last, the owner, Erick. From his warm welcome when we got here, to making us feel safe during this awkward time... attention to quality, and so genuine. What a gem. It's all on point. Way to go TCT. read more

Thank you Erick and Chefs Table crew for the amazing food, drinks and hospitality. Anthony and Amanda had the perfect rehearsal luncheon. read more

The Chef's Table - Rehearsal Luncheon for Anthony and Amanda an amazing time - New American Near Me - Rocklin, California

I love this place. It is a welcoming warm feeling when you walk in. I love the happy hr and the service is always great. I have yet to have dinner here but i hear it is amazing. The Appetizers are great. This is a wonderful place cozy warm and inviting. read more

My partner and I absolutely enjoyed every second of our experience here tonight! The service was miles above anywhere else we've eaten in the Sacramento or Roseville areas! We've been to several restaurants that had excellent food, but service was lacking....but this place was way beyond anything else we've experienced! The vibe is very relaxed, which I love, and the servers were incredible, and so friendly! The food is worth every penny and then some! Do yourself a favor and visit this restaurant AND MAKE SURE TO TIP YOUR SERVER VERY WELL, they deserve it!! read more

Delicious and cozy. We were given a gift card and will be one of our regular spots now.

Alright folks here's the 411 on this place... came in tonight for our wedding anniversary dinner and this being our second time here. First experience was excellent and we had the Filet Mignon and Chilean Sea Bass and both were fantastic. The Sea Bass was superb. Second visit back was not a great experience. First off they were running about 45-50 minute ticket times. We had the Filet Mignon and Alaskan Halibut. The filet was over seasoned and was a bit tough to get down. I get it that we are trying to be fancy but the portions sizes were sad. The meat portions were adequate but needed some more fillers/side dish portions. My dish said it came with green beans and had one bean cut up. Disappointed that I was still pretty hungry afterwards and needed to supplement the $100 meal with a trip to local restaurant for a burger. Hard to make it back in or to tell others about coming in after that experience. read more

ONCE AGAIN, THIS PLACE ROCKED IT. Pasta Carbonara : Perfect. Bacon Wrapped Scallops: Perfect Skirt Steak Tacos: Perfect It's a must do place in Sacramento...the food is always top notch. I keep coming back this restaurant gets it. read more

Date of Visit: Tuesday, February 11, 2013 Time: 7 pm Dish: Pesto Tater Tots and Pasta Carbonara Drink: Conundrum California White When I hear "The Chef's Table", I think of a sophisticated, classy restaurant with the white linen tablecloths, expensive food, and a well-dressed staff (chef's coats, ties, etc.). TCT was not that- and it was a good thing. First off, it's in a strip mall. Random. Second, it looked like it used to be a deli or coffee shop that they renovated into a warm sit down restaurant. Not too many seats, but it was nice and casual. The staff was friendly and attentive. I had high expectations for the pesto tater tots. Read some really great things about them here and was excited for it. I went not knowing what entree I'd order, but I knew I wanted the tots. Unfortunately, they didn't live up to my expectations. They were literally, pesto and Swiss cheese on tater tots. They were just too greasy. The tots themselves were crunchy, but the combo of the oil from it plus the pesto just made it too greasy. Luckily, my entree arrived faster than I expected and I quickly abandoned my tots (I did take them home). I have no complaints about the Pasta Carbonara. It was made with spaghetti noodles, Italian sausage, pancetta, roasted red peppers, parmesan, cream and egg yolk. Amazing!!! Just the right balance of creamy and slightly sweet with a bit of a spicy kick. I'm craving it again just thinking about it! To top it off, I had a Conundrum California White. Delicious. It had a tropical, flowery scent and tasted like it too. Fruity and sweet- went pretty well with my pasta. I would probably go out of my way to drive all the way out to Rocklin to visit TCT again. As someone based out of East Sac, who had to drive all the way up 80 East (let's be honest- worst freeway in the area) and up 65 during rush hour- that says a lot. read more

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The food here is good. The pesto fries have a strong pesto flavor in each and every bite. The burgers were creative. The only issue I have with the burger was that the bun was cold, although it looked like it had been on the grill. Also, the bun to meat ratio personally to me was too heavy of a bun. Other than that, the burger flavors were on point although it was a bit messy to eat making it difficult to enjoy, most likely because the bun was so thick and dense. The pricing for the alcohol (and food) is definitely on the higher end. The drinks are strong and mixed well. Service was excellent, our server was attentive and continued to check back on our table. Chefs seemed to have a passion for their craft as we observed them cooking and chatting behind the counter so I'd probably check out their other menu items as it changes with the season. read more