Top Best American Restaurants in Sacramento

"Arguably one of the best restaurants in Sacramento, The Kitchen is the only one in the area to have been awarded a Michelin-star. The menu is prix fixe and changes seasonally. Be sure to check directly for when it is open."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by The Kitchen Restaurant (@thekitchenrestaurant)"

"One of Sacramento’s best places to spend time with friends and enjoy a delicious meal, Cafeteria 15L is a local brunch hotspot. The eclectic urban restaurant serves American comfort cuisine in a class yet laidback atmosphere that evokes the nostalgia of a home-cooked meal. Customers can dine in the classic indoor setting or get some fresh air on the large patio for the weekend brunch, which is served from 9:00 a.m."

"Nothing says “family-friendly” quite like a place called Dad’s Kitchen. This popular eatery in the heart of Land Park specializes in American-style quality comfort food. They use organic chicken from Mary’s, grass-fed beef from Five Dot Ranch, and as much organic produce as possible."

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. Taste one of the best blue cheese burgers in Dad’s Kitchen. Dad’s Burger is your best bet!"

"With two separate outdoor patios and walls lined with multiple TVs, this might be the best place to watch your favorite game or enjoy a drink outside—or both."

"1510 20th StreetSacramento, CA 95811(916) 917-5707Get directions ». Old Tavern Bar & Grill's guests are no strangers to casual clothing, and sneakers are spotted around every corner."

"The Buckhorn name is practically synonymous with high-quality meat in the Sacramento area, thanks in no small part to the restaurant group’s more casual restaurants, Buckhorn Grill and Buckhorn BBQ. But the flagship Buckhorn Steakhouse is legendary, having helped put Winters on the map as a destination for fans of hand-butchered steaks and blackened tri-tip. The menu is paired down from its pre-pandemic glory but staples including certified Angus rib-eye and garlic mashed potatoes remain up for grabs. A post shared by Buckhorn Steakhouse (@buckhorn_steakhouse)"

"This restaurant has friendly staff, an elegant décor and a seasonal menu. American dishes are prepared using fresh and local ingredients. Esquire Grill is a place for the whole family with its lunch, dinner, and children’s menu."

"Elegant bar & steakhouse preparing a seasonal menu of American classics with a modern twist. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: Smart CasualPhone: +1 916-527-6169"

"Previously known as the ARCO Arena, and then the Power Balance Pavilion, this arena is now called Sleep Train Arena. It is an indoor arena which is the home of the Sacramento Kings of NBA fame. Hosting almost 200 events every year and accommodating almost 18,000 people inside it, the experience of watching a game in the stadium is almost surreal."

"They built the Old Sugar Mill in 1934 as a sugar-beet refinery. Refurbished in 2000, it reopened as a winery in 2005: new and aesthetically pleasing with exposed-brick walls and bucolic decor. Just 15 minutes from Downtown Sacramento, it’s also a wine-tasting powerhouse hosting 14 Northern California wineries under one roof, including Todd Taylor and the small-production Elevation Ten."

"35265 Willow Ave916-744-1615info@oldsugarmill.comOld Sugar Mill Website. The Old Sugar Mill is home to a unique community of California wineries and their signature wines."

"Downtown Commons, aka DoCo, is a recently reimagined shopping area in downtown Sacramento. The outdoor complex, which began opening its doors in early 2018, includes retail shops, restaurants, entertainment and living spaces. Grab a drink at Punch Bowl Social or some barbecue at Sauced, or take in a movie at Century DOCO and XD."

"Discover a wild collection of unusual, locally-owned shops revealing truly novel gifts, one-of-a-kind collectibles, and of course, more than enough upscale accessories and apparel for the hard-to-please. When asked, “Where in the world did you find that?. ” The answer, on the Waterfront, of course."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Downtown Commons (@docosacramento) on Feb 15, 2020 at 12:01pm PST"

"Great customer service at this location to match the delicious ice cream!. I could seriously eat cold stone every day."