Best of Sacramento Guidebook
Food scene
A fan favorite for breakfast and brunch with scenic world artifacts and design.
113 locals recommend
Tower Cafe
1518 BroadwayA fan favorite for breakfast and brunch with scenic world artifacts and design.
Creative American fare dished up in a hip gastropub with outdoor seating & leather banquettes.
Less than a mile walk or just a quick drive away
44 locals recommend
Iron Horse Tavern
1800 15th StCreative American fare dished up in a hip gastropub with outdoor seating & leather banquettes.
Less than a mile walk or just a quick drive away
Relaxed Thai cafe providing a classic menu, plus BBQ platters & many seafood options.
Chada Thai Cuisine
1624 BroadwayRelaxed Thai cafe providing a classic menu, plus BBQ platters & many seafood options.
No-frills counter-serve eatery turning out classic burgers & fries, with patio seating.
Willie's Burgers
110 16th StNo-frills counter-serve eatery turning out classic burgers & fries, with patio seating.
Cafeteria 15L
1116 15th StMendocino Farms
1610 R StQuick & healthy. Salads and sandwiches
Burgers and Brew
1409 R StBest burgers and beer, open late
Rick's Dessert Diner
2401 J StA must for dessert. Don’t skip this place!
Joe Marty's
1500 BroadwaySalt & Straw
Kru Contemporary Japanese Cuisine
3135 Folsom BlvdUncle Vito's Slice of NY
1800 15th StTres Hermanas
2416 K StThai Canteen | Midtown
1501 16th StPushkin's Restaurant
1813 Capitol AveCafés
Walking distance: just around the corner and across the street. Local coffee shop
6 locals recommend
Mast Coffee
2421 17th StWalking distance: just around the corner and across the street. Local coffee shop
Colorful, pint-sized counter serve providing a variety of bubble teas, smoothies & Chinese snacks.
T4. TEA FOR U. Sacramento
2212 16th StColorful, pint-sized counter serve providing a variety of bubble teas, smoothies & Chinese snacks.
1725 R St
Philz coffee: a quality cup of coffee!
Family-owned cafe offering baked goods without wheat, gluten or dairy products, plus hot sandwiches.
29 locals recommend
Pushkin's Bakery
1820 29th StFamily-owned cafe offering baked goods without wheat, gluten or dairy products, plus hot sandwiches.
Nightlife
New Helvetia Brewing Company
1730 BroadwayThe Flamingo House Social Club
2315 K StThe Shady Lady Saloon
1409 R StGreat drinks and and the occasional live music
Club level music various DJs and sometimes rave event sometimes upscale clothing required. Check their event schedule
18 locals recommend
The Park Ultra Lounge
1116 15th StClub level music various DJs and sometimes rave event sometimes upscale clothing required. Check their event schedule
Upscale club: Dj music, dance floor, open lounge and booths. Dress to impress
30 locals recommend
Mix Downtown
1525 L StUpscale club: Dj music, dance floor, open lounge and booths. Dress to impress
Lively pub offering 40+ classic arcade games, a large beer selection & pizza by the slice or pie.
40 locals recommend
Coin-Op Game Room
908 K StLively pub offering 40+ classic arcade games, a large beer selection & pizza by the slice or pie.
LowBrau
1050 20th StCenter spot for night life, clubs, drinks and food.
Ace of Spades
1417 R StLocal special events, check their events calendar online
Faces Nightclub
2000 K StActivity
City park with a pond in the center, featuring an elaborate playground, trails & public art.
24 locals recommend
Southside Park
2115 6th StCity park with a pond in the center, featuring an elaborate playground, trails & public art.
Crocker Art Museum
216 O StWestfield Downtown Plaza
405 K StShopping
Recreational and Medical Cannabis Dispensary
Walking distance from airbnb: Right off Broadway and 16th St. Down X St Broadway
Alley near Willie's Hamburgers and by Chase Bank.
Delta Health & Wellness
Recreational and Medical Cannabis Dispensary
Walking distance from airbnb: Right off Broadway and 16th St. Down X St Broadway
Alley near Willie's Hamburgers and by Chase Bank.
Best Farmers market in Sacramento! Every Saturday 8am to noon.
Owned and operated by the Midtown Association, this free, family-friendly market takes place year-round, every Saturday, on 20th street between J and L streets and K Street from 19th to 21 streets. The Midtown Farmers Market showcases local agriculture, prepared foods, and artisans and crafters while providing an opportunity for Midtown residents and business owners to discover regionally grown foods. Anchored in the heart of Midtown, the market serves as a lively and fun gathering place where Sacramentans can come together to shop and enjoy the community with neighbors and visitors alike. Experience Chef Demos, Live Music, a Kids Play Area, and more!
28 locals recommend
Midtown Farmers Market
1050 20th StBest Farmers market in Sacramento! Every Saturday 8am to noon.
Owned and operated by the Midtown Association, this free, family-friendly market takes place year-round, every Saturday, on 20th street between J and L streets and K Street from 19th to 21 streets. The Midtown Farmers Market showcases local agriculture, prepared foods, and artisans and crafters while providing an opportunity for Midtown residents and business owners to discover regionally grown foods. Anchored in the heart of Midtown, the market serves as a lively and fun gathering place where Sacramentans can come together to shop and enjoy the community with neighbors and visitors alike. Experience Chef Demos, Live Music, a Kids Play Area, and more!
DOCO is where the locals hang out and visitors from around the globe experience this region at it's finest.
Sacramento is the next Great American City and DOCO is our common ground.
Upscale/modern shops, restaurants and activities. Home to the new Golden 1 Arena!
63 locals recommend
Westfield Downtown Plaza
405 K StDOCO is where the locals hang out and visitors from around the globe experience this region at it's finest.
Sacramento is the next Great American City and DOCO is our common ground.
Upscale/modern shops, restaurants and activities. Home to the new Golden 1 Arena!
Taylors Market
2900 Freeport BlvdSightseeing
State Capitol Park | World Peace Rose Garden
1317 15th StCalifornia State Capitol Museum
1315 10th StSac Brew Boat
1208 Front StCity advice
Don't miss
Saturdays Midtown Farmer Market
1050 20th St, Sacramento, CA 95811
Getting around
K street walk to the Sacramento River:
Explore K Street to the Sacramento River—a day-long adventure! Start on lively K Street, known for shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Rent scooters or park at the 24-hour fitness downtown. Or 2-3 hours walk round trip. Next, visit DOCO with the Golden 1 Arena and great shopping. Walk up K Street towards DOCO, find the tunnel to Old Town Sac. Discover boutiques, candy shops, restaurants, and a comedy room. Keep walking to reach the Sacramento River and the iconic Golden Bridge. Enjoy the beauty and make lasting memories!
Don't miss
R street area:
Between 14th street and 18th street: shops restaurants, brunch, coffee, nightlife and boutiques
Philz coffee, Iron Horse, Ace of spades, Fox and goose, Burgers and Brew, Shady Lady, West Elm, Shake Shack, Mendocino Farms
Don't miss
K Street Corner:
And more social and nightlife check out k and 20th street corner…. Aka the LGBTQ District, Faces Nightclub, Badlands, LowBrau, Mangos Nightclub.
***Fan favorite is the Farmer’s Market during Saturday’s mornings