Where to Eat
Where to Eat
Every good story must include a stopping point for lunch, a great cup of coffee, or a tasty snack. Better yet, stay long enough to enjoy any of our incredible 5-star restaurants, or maybe just keep it simple with a boardwalk hot dog. The choices are many and all yours. On the Waterfront, any bite’s a great bite.
Ambiance Lounge
An elegant lounge and social room, most suited for entrepreneurs and forward thinking people. Ambiance is a place of solace and comfort where you are appreciated and respected.
Ambiance serves top quality wines, beers, tequilas, cognacs and whiskeys.
Bali Kitchen
Bali Kitchen specializes in traditional Asian and Indonesian cuisine for our loyal Sacramento area customers and Old Sacramento visitors who enjoy healthy, freshly prepared Asian style meals. The Café has been serving the Sacramento area for since 1998.
We use spices you’ve never heard of for flavor you’ll never forget!
Chefs’ Olive Mix
Chefs’ Olive Mix is an extraordinary specialty store in Historic Old Sacramento where you can taste and mix 7 of the most Ultra Premium Single Cultivar Extra Virgin Olive Oils, 16 Fused & Infused Olive Oils, 18 Dark Balsamics, 15 White Balsamics, 3 Specialty Vinegars and 5 Gourmet Oils.
When you first walk into this delightfully charming upscale tasting room, you can’t help but be dazzled by the 64 shiny and stunning stainless steel tanks (called fustis) that line the walls like proudly decorated soldiers. Each fusti contains either Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oils from all over the world or Balsamic Vinegars from the most revered producers in Modena, Italy.
Call to reserve one of the tasting rooms for your private event or go check out their unique recipes on their website!
Courtyard D’Oro
Courtyard D’ORO is Sacramento’s premier banquet facility, with offerings of both indoor and outdoor capabilities for all of your event needs. Located in the heart of historic Old Sacramento, Courtyard D’ORO is a luxurious full service facility surrounded by 53 historic buildings, our beautiful tree-lined courtyard and a multitude of hotels to suit you and your guests before and after your celebration. This impeccable location not only offers exquisite photographic opportunities, but everything essential to ensure an absolutely unforgettable wedding, casual get together, or
Danny’s Mini Donuts
Mini donuts made hot on the spot! “They may burn your fingers, but will melt in your mouth”
Voted the best in Sacramento for several years. Located in old Sacramento since 2007
We are more then mini donuts:
We feature a variety of mini baked treats
That include pies, cookies, brownies clobbers and more. All made and baked on site daily.
Come in for a Free mini donut sample today.
Discount days:
Tuesday 10 % off everything Mini Pie Friday $1.00 off all pies
Fanny Ann’s Saloon
The World Famous Fanny Ann’s has been serving up Old Sacramento’s finest burgers and coldest beer since 1973. Join Steven and the Crew for a quick lunch, happy hour cocktail or a late night rendezvous!
Check out our Facebook page for a quick tour!
Firehouse Restaurant
Premier Fine Dining in Old Sacramento Waterfront.
You’ll experience an inventive approach to intimate dining that fuses sophistication with everyday excellence in the heart of Old Sacramento. Enjoy the region’s most extensive wine collection and an unparalleled, locally-sourced menu presented in an inviting, classic atmosphere.
Firehouse Restaurant Event Spaces
The Firehouse has five separate private dining and event spaces, capable of accommodating events for 16 to 300 guests. From the opulent charm of the Golden Eagle Room to the rustic beauty of our Courtyard and Courtyard Grill, our highly trained event staff can provide memorable results for any occasion, including business symposiums and other work functions.
Honey and the Trapcat
Honey and The Trapcat is an underground restaurant and bar located in Old Sacramento.
We serve an array of food featuring all house made ingredients. For drinks, we have a multitude of spirits and modifiers to create “your drink” Ask us for something you’ve heard of or let us know what you like!
Hoppy’s Railyard Kitchen & Hopgarden
Hoppy Brewing company presents Old Sacramento’s newest restaurant, Railyard Kitchen and Hopgarden. Enjoy our patio, lounge, and outdoor garden
i-Shanghai Delight Chinese Restaurant
I-Shanghai Delight offers delicious dining and takeout to Sacramento, CA.
I-Shanghai Delight is a cornerstone in the Sacramento community and has been recognized for its outstanding Chinese cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff.
Our Chinese restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
Joe’s Crab Shack
We’ll take you to the coast, even if you’re miles from the water. Joe’s Crab Shack 100% Shore.
La Terraza Mexican Restaurant
Heritage is something we truly pride ourselves in and is reflected throughout our restaurant delighting all of your senses.
From the second you step in the front door, the sounds of Latin America will gently seduce your ears and continue as you relax outdoors with your favorite cocktail enjoying the view. The wonderful flavors and aromas of our cuisine will not disappoint.
We use only the finest, freshest, local ingredients in every dish and every dish is prepared to order. Enjoy live mariachi music weekly and on special occasions, catch balet folklorico dance performances among other live entertainment.
Come visit us and have a great time! Enjoy fast, friendly service, fantastic food & cocktails, music and allow us to share our beautiful Mexican heritage with you.
Milk House Shakes
A shake for every party! Serving the best shakes and coffee in town. Check out the menu here.
O’Mally’s Pub
O’Mally’s Irish Pub & Eats is a family owned bar and restaurant.
Old Sacramento General Store
House-made dough from organic flower and organic house-made red sauce, grab a slice, or share a pizza with friends and family.
Pilothouse Restaurant on the Delta King
The Pilothouse Restaurant is in the original grand dining room of the Delta King. With views of the Sacramento River, diners are transported back in time to the authentic glory of paddlewheel riverboats. Enjoy water views and seasonal dishes with ingredients sourced from local farms. Reservations suggested.
Call the Pilothouse Restaurant at 916.441.4440 or reserve a table online.
Railroad Fish & Chips
Established in 2008, Railroad Fish & Chips is located in Historic Old Sacramento on the tracks of the Sacramento Southern Railroad, and footsteps from the Sacramento River. Come enjoy great food, casual atmosphere and our large shaded outdoor patio. WE ARE PET FRIENDLY!!!
Rio City Cafe
Rio City Cafe is situated in beautiful historic Old Sacramento, overlooking some of the most prominent landmarks in Sacramento. The Sacramento River runs by our spacious outdoor patio, with spectacular views of the historic Tower Bridge and the Ziggurat (pyramid) building.
Rio City Cafe opened its doors in May of 1994. The building, designed to replicate a steamship warehouse of the late 1800’s, is open, airy, and stylishly rustic. It adds an elegant touch while still maintaining the historic feel of Old Sacramento. We display a comfortably casual setting, with indoor and outdoor seating. We can accommodate large parties and banquets, as well as private parties in our banquet room for special occasions. Or just simply enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine and the view in the outdoor cocktail area. During the colder months, enjoy the view from inside near our cozy fireplace.
The Chef’s approach will be to present fresh, wholesome farm-to-fork ingredients and combine them in a way that is attractive, tasteful and creative. We offer California Cuisine with influences from all over the world.
We offer an extensive well-rounded wine list featuring popular wines from Napa and other appellations of California.
Our best quality is our professional, but friendly and fun staff. Celebrities, athletes and politicians can be occasionally spotted enjoying the food service and atmosphere at Rio City Café
Sam’s Café
Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt/Sherbert, Hot Dogs, Sodas, and Slushies on Second Street in Old Sacramento!
Sam’s Sandwiches & Coffee is the best place to spend your leisure time tasting delicious food and enjoying the nice atmosphere. After visiting our restaurant you will definitely have a wish to come back!
Find our menu here
Sky KTV Karaoke Lounge
Old Sacramento Waterfront Restaurant, Bar, and Karaoke
Slice of Old Sac Pizza
Premium Pizza, Slice or whole pie, in Old Sacramento Waterfront
Spud Shack
Spud Shack, located on 906 2nd St, in Old Sacramento.
Stop by for some fresh fries from around the world!
Steamer’s Bakery & Café
Steamers opened in 1994 as a coffee roasting company and has evolved into the beloved go-to cafe in the Old Sacramento Historic District.
Steamers is the perfect destination for enjoying an artisan coffee or espresso beverage, a fabulous breakfast, lunch or weekend dinner featuring fresh salads, burgers, sandwiches, soups and panini. We take pride in offering a variety of craft beers and California wines, locally roasted coffees and house made pastries.
Our menu is pocketbook and vegetarian-friendly, with produce that is always fresh and breads and pastries that are locally baked. All our batters, dressings, sauces, seasonal soups, and daily specials are made from scratch.
So whether you live across the street or “across the pond”, pay us a visit the next time you are in California’s Capital. If you like homemade, you’ll love it here at Steamers.
The Delta King Riverboat
Walk through the lobbies of this floating hotel, restaurant and entertainment fixture to explore the history of river travel between Sacramento and San Francisco and the restoration of this historic vessel.
The Delta King’s eight private rooms and theater offer an ideal setting for your special event, conference, or meeting. Be sure to check out the Delta King's Pilot House Restaurant.
Underground Tasting Room
We are a Winery Direct Joint Tasting Room focused on providing an exceptional educational wine tasting experience and the ability to purchase directly from the wineries. We are described as the perfect and very cool wine tasting location located on the original level of Old Sacramento.
We currently host two award winning Sierra Foothill wineries. We offer a small selection of high quality gourmet foods that pair very well with the wines available and a top designer that will create an incredible custom wine gift basket that is sure to impress upon your friends how much you care about them.
The tasting room is designed for those consumers that appreciate and love high quality wines, food pairing recommendations, direct access to wineries and want a different experience than a wine bar.
Willie’s Burgers
A Sacramento original. Chili cheeseburgers, fries, shakes, and late night eats.