I finally was able to get to write a review. We went to Zocalos for Easter Brunch. Everything was great from being greeted by an Easter Bunny who was sporting some swag and handing out some chocolates. We were started with the most delicious little pineapple cakes, chips, two salsas, guacamole, and yummy black beans and chips. We were sad that there was no Cafe de Olla. We ordered sunny side up eggs with chilaquiles red (Spicy) came with rice and beans they were so yummy; a chile verde very savory and tasty with rice and beans; a huge burrito with bacon and eggs; a Arrachera, that was equally as tasty and a brunch bowl. The place was clean also the restrooms. Our server was spectacular! She was always checking on us. We ordered a flan with 5 spoons we were so full from our delicious meals but we had to have the flan. I like coming to this location best because the service is always on point and there is parking! read more

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The food, service, and ambiance at Zocalo in Arden is amazing. Ricardo our server was so attentive and was consistently checking in with us. We had the opportunity to meet Mayra the General Manager who goes above and beyond to not only meet to make sure our experience was memorable. Od course, the food and drinks we are always wonderful. Thank you. read more

Zocalo has many locations in the Sacramento region - Folsom, Roseville, midtown Sacramento and this one in Arden Arcade, University Village. Great atmosphere and vibe in all locations for their authentic Mexican and South American dishes. Great bar. Attentive service. The lime rice and black beans is also unique and tasty. BlackBerry Margaritas are a favorite recommendation. read more

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For the restaurant to be as busy as it was the service was top tier. The ambiance of this space is a vibe and great for a date night or catching up with friends. Zocalo never disappoints with the food. A good enchilada combo never fails. My drink was Strong and tasty just like I like it. Can't wait to return read more

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This wasn't our first visit to Zocalo, but we still had some of our favorites. Enchiladas Molé and Ceviche Verde. The flavor of both were great. No wonder it's their house favorite and Michelin recommended. The atmosphere is inviting per the usual. Presentation of the enchiladas could have been better being that there was a dirty rim. And of course it was topped with a margarita, which is always a good choice. The staff is welcoming and accommodating. And even other servers, Dillon, thanked us for visiting. We will be back again. read more

Zocalo - Ceviche verde - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Well back again and usual I like trying something new so I had the Tampiquena which was very filling with lots of a for lunch tomorrow. My wife had the Tacos De Cazuela which we both loved our meals and had a picture of a Berry margarita. Michelle was our server again and she is efficient and personable. Always love the atmosphere weather busy of not. read more

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I had high hopes for this place. I did think that the tacos were the highlight of my meal. Each taco I ordered was yummy and had all the right things going for it. The rice and the beans were also a smash, I could just eat that as my meal. I did love the chips and salsa & black beans for the table. The chips and the black beans were the ultimate combo. Where they started to fall off for me was the service. We actually asked 3 separate times for more chips and dip, and we never got it. One of those times, the server even offered it, and she still forgot. The desserts were also very mid. The tres leches tasted refrigerator-burned and dry. Although this restaurant has the fancy atmosphere, not all the food lives up to that expectation. read more

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Great burrito and huge. Would recommend. Server was very polite and ever attentive. Atmosphere was good and even kinda busy for a Wednesday dinner. read more

Great happy hour! All the locations are decorated beautifully. Their bean dip is awesome! I do not think the food is that great- pretty mid but I think it's worth it during happy hour!! Service always good- the bartenders and staff are so kind. Can't go wrong there read more

This was a special event for Cena De Las Animas aka Dinner for the Souls. Ambiance Upscale Food Arrachera steak, portobello mushroom, cilantro rice and beans. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare, juicy full of flavor. Large portobello mushroom so tasty. Just perfect meal. Cocktails So creative Puritana El Pecador Service They had their A team tonight from the hostess to our waitress Michelle she was incredible made use feel like family. This is my favorite upscale Mexican Restaurant. read more

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We came in on a Monday around 7:30pm. The restaurant was not crowded at all. The air conditioning seemed to be on full blast. The restaurant is very modern and has a really cool bar area when you enter. Our server was nice and friendly and checked on us often. We ordered a blackberry margarita and a smoky mezcalita. Both drinks were great. We ordered the carnita tostadas appetizer and the chicken mole enchiladas. The meat on the tostadas was overly salty when eaten by itself but perfectly cooked. When eaten with the whole tostada it was delicious. The mole sauce was a little sweeter than I was accustomed to, but it also was tasty when eaten with everything. The lime rice was good and the black beans were good too. Overall a nice dining experience. read more

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Came for an early lunch and luckily it wasn't busy and I was able to sit at the bar. I was instantly greeted and served *free* chips and salsa. The chips are fresh and the salsa had a nice spice (which out being excessive). We only came for drinks so I won't speak on the food this time (but it all looked amazing as servers walked by). The Paloma was great and the bartender was great and attentive. It is a little more costly but the environment is cool and trendy. read more

Zocalo - Paloma clasica - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sacramento, California

The ambience is amazing, the food is always excellent and the service is awesome. The manager, Myra makes you feel at home and her commitment to customer satisfaction really shines! read more

Had the salmon with mango salsa, which was pretty yummy, and a basket of their on the house chips/salsa/bean dip! The only reason for no 5 star is that we were there to celebrate 3 birthdays and nobody came by to sing to our table (but they came by sing to others). They either were so busy and forgot us or misheard us. Otherwise the food was pretty decent! read more

Met friends for a holiday dinner here, their choice. Been craving a good fish taco but the server said the beer battered fish tacos weren't crispy? Odd, so opted for the cochinita pibil for $26. Nice sized portions of pork, rice and black beans. Everything was pretty good, the pork was tender, but noticed it was sweeter than other cochinita pibil I've had in the past. The taste of the achiote could have been stronger for my taste but I still enjoyed it. Service was friendly and efficient. Ambiance pleasant. We had a nice time and would go back. read more

Zocalo - Cochinita pibil-pretty good - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sacramento, California

I went to Zocalo with my wife, my daughter and her boyfriend last night and we really enjoyed it. I thought the service was excellent. My wife had a delicious Mojito drink that had a mango flavor. They served as chips and like a bean purée and salsa which was also good and then Our waiter John our hostess Shelly they were excellent. The food came out so quick. I couldn't believe it I had three enchiladas one with Molay one with red sauce and one with green sauce, two shrimp and one chicken. I couldn't eat it all, but it was delicious. I would highly recommend it. Not just the service but the ambience was great too. They have a full bar very spacious in area we have the option to sit inside or outside. The parking was great too. It was plenty of parking right off front. We could practically see our car from where we were sitting. In addition check out some of the meals. My wife had the tacos. My daughter had tacos. Her boyfriend had a super fat burrito. read more

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The food was amazing, seated on the patio on a beautiful day. Our wait staff was friendly, engaging and efficient. My first Mole' and I am smitten, I split the fish with my daughter in law and got a salad we could share. My partner got the fish tacos that looked delicious, they must have been. My picky eater gobbled them up. ​ read more

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2/22/25: Quarterly happy hour visit. Online RSVP makes for a no-wait experience on a busy Friday. Attentive and super pleasant staff made our experience fun. read more

I was very disappointed in the service that we received at the Zocalo's on Howe, especially when the service is so great at the one in Downtown Sacramento. My close friend had her graduation party here for 60 people on Saturday and we were not impressed. She said that they the food was supposed to be unlimited and that we would receive more food when the trays were empty. I sat in the middle of the table of 20 people. I ate one chicken taco and the staff asked to clear my plate as soon as I was done. I was very confused. The servers put 1 tray of chicken tacos next to us, 1 tray of fish tacos kind of close to us, and 1 tray of carne asada tacos down at the end of the table of 20 people. They served the chicken and fish tacos to the people at the end but didn't bring us any carne asada tacos. They also didn't bring any beans or cilantro lime rice out. Now let's be real, the best thing they have at Zocalo's is the cilantro lime rice. I had to tell my friend that they didn't bring seconds of the tacos and didn't bring out the rice and beans, which she didn't notice because she was preoccupied with her party. I would definitely not recommend having a party here. The staff did not even notice that they missed some items on the menu. They offered a $40 refund when the gratuity on the bill was $600 alone. It was a 20% gratuity on the bill which is absolutely ridiculous considering people ate 1-2 tacos and they didn't even bring us any enchiladas. read more

Zocalo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sacramento, California

Came in for lunch on Monday. We were seated right away and we enjoyed delicious Blackberry Margaritas, Flautas and the Mole Enchiladas plate! The ambiance is upscale casual, comfy booths and warm lighting. My server was excellent-- I wish I caught his name, he was very attentive! Thank you! read more

When me and the family are in the mood for yumminess, this is our choice! They have the best Baja fish tacos hands down!! Love their beans and salsa too! read more

This place is big, but it's so hot in here. The day we came was 100 degrees. The food was very dry and flavorless. The drinks were weak and the only item I liked is the potato flauta. read more

Had Valentine dinner. The food was delicious. Service was quick. Everyone was friendly and attentive. Ambience is always welcoming. I love the decor. I enjoy coming wit family ocacions and friends read more

Delicious margaritas and food...never was disappointed...great service...one of my grandsons' favorite restaurants ...sitting outside is

I'm a fan of Zocalo's. The UV location in particular due to its proximity. Inside is stunning. Servic is always great. My favorite dish is the chicken nachos. Happy Hour has them for $8 Mon--Fri 2-5. No HH menu posted on website, that I could see and I forgot to snap a pic. Drink specials also read more

Zocalo - Nachos, no chips, sub black beans. Delicious. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sacramento, California

My visit was amazing, Jenny my server was fabulous and kind. The food was very delicious and came out very quickly even though they were really busy. read more

I came here to eat with my niece. The food is delicious. I don't know what it's called, but it's fresh. The service is good. Bathroom clean l will come back read more

Zocalo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Katie was the best!!!! I appreciated her service thank you so much!! She was on top of all our needs.

The best service! Cesar and his managers treated us like royals. The hostesses were awesome. Our first time here and they are amazing!!! Food and service are the best!! What a surprise from a local establishment. Can't say enough good things- you need to try!!! I told them it was our anniversary and I have never felt this special ambiance was very Mexico- read more

Zocalo - All great, he had steak and I, shrimp. Ceviche appetizer was delicious also. Steak and rice also great for breakfast, with eggs. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Sat down at the bar, dressed in a tuxedo, waiting for a drink, waitress comes up to me, and first thing she ask is "are you okay"? She then gives me the menu, comes back and ask "was your day okay"? She chose very condescending way to ask how someone is doing, not a very good way to welcome someone into your bar/restaurant. You only ask someone if they're okay, if they're hurt, she just made me feel like there was something wrong with me being there and it was uncomfortable. I left after that. read more

Been here several times! They have fallen and I mean fallen wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy off!! The food is horrible! Not fresh! Fish tacos is mushy in the inside. Skimping on proteins! Chips were too hard. And nope I didn't tell them, because it was to many of us and of course I didn't want the special recipe. I just won't be going back. Service was lacking as well. Top it off there were flies just a buzzing around the table. We literally were fanning flies from one person to the next. They were bad, so much so we said our grace with our eyes open to watch for the flies. Yuckk read more

They are constantly changing their happy hour without any notice. First it was 3-6. Then 2-5. Now they are saying it's 3-5? This is ridiculous you need to post that information on your website or something it's not fair to customers that are driving from far away and you are constantly changing it without notice. read more

Great food, decor and service! One minus -- only one non-alcoholic beer, and it was German! In a Mexican restaurant, carry Corona non-alcoholic beer... otherwise, a very pleasant evening. read more

No more happy hour on weekends which was the main reason I came. And they shortened the happy hour during the week. Don't recognize any of the employees now as well. I used to be a regular here and could justify paying a bunch for mexican/american food and cocktails as long as you had the discount. read more

I'm giving 4 stars bc it's Zocalo and the food is always great. However, we went last night and had a poor experience overall. Ordered our son's meal, and ceviche to start, with 2 entrees to follow. And a cocktail for my wife. My wife's entree came out first, so we asked for them to take it back since it was sequenced out of order. Then they brought out the ceviche, and our son's order, which was fine. Around 5-10 minutes later, my wife's entree came back out, cold. Obviously the same plate, not replated or warmed back up, just cold to the touch. Around 5min later, we got her cocktail. I then waited at least 15 minutes for my entree to come out. When we said something about the weird timing, our waitress replied that mine takes longer to cook. So we sat there and waited. So 15min later our waitress came to check on us and when I brought it up, she had no solution, and was just kind of like "yeahhhh sorry about that". So we asked for her to just box my entree to go, since at that point they already made last call. As a sorry, she offered us free churros. So, the whole dinner was screwed and she offered us fried dough as a sorry. And then brought a bill for the full amount. So I paid full price to eat in, ended up getting cold to go food and paid $107 for it. The only thing we can think, is that she screwed it up and didn't escalate it to mgmt to take care of us somehow. As a past server, I've seen it happen and know how it works. It's literally, probably the only time I've done a 0 tip in my life. If she would have escalated it to mgmt and they would have taken something off, etc, I'd still have tipped decently. Needless to say, we'll probably just stick to the Folsom location. read more

We LOOOOVE Zocalos, and basically kept them open during the pandemic - and adore many of the staff. It's a great spot! BUT- their most recent raise in prices and reduction of happy hour I'm afraid will end their amazing reign. The prices are so high, that it will keep their favorite regulars from being able to frequent their tables. A $17 margarita is simply ridiculous. read more

Great food, service, and delicious drinks. Very nice ambience and cloth napkins. Outstanding margaritas.

I had a great time eating delicious Mexican food at zocalo. Our waitress Maria was very committed to great service and friendly. The atmosphere was awesome and I definitely liked that you have a very modern style. Most importantly, every food and drink on your menu tasted absolutely delicious. read more

Blackberry Margaritas are good! Staff is friendly & attentive. We'll be back when more time allows

I was looking forward to finally trying Zocalo and was really disappointed with the food. Our server was great. Our food came out VERY QUICKLY but was tepid in temperature and kinda flavorless. It was obvious it wasn't prepared fresh and it was not worth the money I spent. I have no plans to return since there is too many wonderful restaurants around to spend money on food that was just warm meh. read more