Jimboy's Tacos

1420 29th St
Sacramento, CA 95816

Serena Q. writes: I know multiple people who have left Sacramento and now live scattered about the world. One similarity between this rather diverse group, including my sister the San Diego sailor and my vegetarian friend shacked up in SOHO is that WHEN THEY COME BACK…

Healthy Habits Fitness & Yoga Studio

2224 J St
Sacramento, CA 95816

judi r. writes: HH is a great place to get the attention you deserve when you want to commit to  a body change.  Rose Zahn (owner) is very knowledgeable (UCLA graduate).  The atmosphere is fun and energetic.  Not only does the studio offer personal training and…

Prevues-A Fashion Fetish

2417 K St
Sacramento, CA 95816

db y. writes: The very manicured guy next to me sifting through the racks summed it up: "Tranny stuff. Sweet!"  

It's good for some amusement if you're not one or aspire to be one, tho.  It's also a good place to get costumes for an 80's party (they have a section…

Queen of Tarts Bakery Cafe

3608 McKinley Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95816

Ally D. writes: This shop is close in proximity to my home, so I usually will walk over, grab what I need and head over to McKinley Park to enjoy the weather.

It's a bit of a spartan coffee shop, but still has that nice neighborhood feel to it.  The coffee there is…

Beyond the Proscenium Productions

1713 25th St
Sacramento, CA 95816

ann t. writes: OK, I'll just admit up front that I'm prejudiced, because I'm the director of Beyond the Proscenium's newest play to open October 27 - Hecuba & Dido: Love Gone Wrong.  This is a VERY modern adaptation (or mash-up if you will) of Euripides' Trojan…

Mixed Bag

2405 K St
Sacramento, CA 95816

Michelle L. writes: Thank goodness for Mixed Bag!

Looking for a gift to get that person that is such a pain in the a$$ to shop for because they (1) buy what they want, when they want it  or (2) are pickier than all get out or (3) are just difficlut in general?  Then this…

Choice's

2231 J St
Sacramento, CA 95816

Ally D. writes: If you're pro-choice, a feminist or think pretty much think President Skippy's an idiot. This is the shop for you.  

The shop's stocked with  cute artwork, cards and jewelry ( a nice place to pick up gifts) AND political tchotchkes (stickers, bumpers,…

Western Feed & Pet Supply Inc

1600 34th St
Sacramento, CA 95816

Cyndi L. writes: If heaven had an urban feed store, it might just be Western Feed.

I was raised a country girl, complete with having pet chickens (versus the ones we ate) and being able to watch livestock be born. So, when I moved to Sac and saw "Feed Store" in the…

O Street Aquarium

3000 O St
Sacramento, CA 95816

David M. writes: A wondeful aquarium store to check out. The staff here are extremely friendly and knowledgable, so don't be afraid to pop a question if you do have one. Their reef tanks are wonderful with many different types of coral selection. Plus they got a…

La Trattoria Bohemia

3649 J St
Sacramento, CA 95816

Alan S. writes: I like this place.  There's just something about this place that makes me feel like giving it 4 bright and shiny stars.  

I really like the potato pancakes (Czech and Bohemian), pizza and beer (although not all together).  The goulash is okay.  The…

Sargent's House of Coffee

1121 Alhambra Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95816

Matt H. writes: A minimalist menu--coffee, tea, espresso drinks, and baked goods.  They're not trying to be all things to all people, but they do the coffee and tea thing very well.  The coffee is fantastic--they make it in a french press and it's quite strong.  The…

Kru Restaurant

2516 J St
Sacramento, CA 95816

Sarah D. writes: It had been a few years since my last trip to Kru, and after my dining experience Saturday night I wondered why I had waited so long. This is by far the best sushi in Sacramento, as far as quality of fish and presentation. You feel like you are at…

Rose M. Giudicessi

2701 I St
Sacramento, CA 95816

Ken B. writes: Rose is incredibly gifted.  I received Bowen Therapy from her a while back.  Her style is gentle and precise.  I would feel old emotions hidden in muscle tension come up, and then just slide away.  I laughed.  I cried.  It was better than Cats.

Merlino's Freeze

3200 Folsom Blvd
Ste B
Sacramento, CA 95816

Delilah P. writes: One of the flavors of my childhood. Don't mess around with anything but the orange. A day without Merlino's is a day without sunshine!

California Precision Service

1714 28th St
Sacramento, CA 95816

Mattie P. writes: Thank goodness for California Precision Services.  My beloved old Pentax K1000 had been used and abused for nearly 20 years and it wasn't working right.  It felt crunchy  - I can't think of a better way to describe it  - when I advanced and rewound…

Eating at home

Sacramento, CA 95817

Matt C. writes: I would have to echo "Leon L" with the sentiment about eating at one's own residence.

However, the cleaning of dishes, pots and pans is SO TEDIOUS......which is why Restaurants will never disappear.

Maybe someday, they will create "Dining Clubs" in…

40 Acres Art Gallery

3428 3rd Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95817

Kari S. writes: 40 Acres brings art to the people.

I happened to be wandering by and saw a bunch of folks congregating around the front door; as it turns out they were holding a reception that was free and open to the public.  I was surprised to see an offering of…

Uptown Cafe

1121 Del Paso Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95815

Janine P. writes: Talked some friends into visiting the Uptown Cafe one weekend.  

It is a hidden little gem.  

Wasn't quite sure on where to sit, but as a friend hates to eat outside (there is a nice looking patio), we sat in the small indoor dinning area- it's pretty…

Xochimilco Mexican Restaurant

1901 El Camino Ave
Sacramento, CA 95815

Tiffany T. writes: Used to eat here all the time when I lived in Sacramento. They have real cokes from Mexico, which come in these huge frosty bottles and taste better then American cokes in my opinion. I love their fajitas and they do good enchiladas too. The decor is…

New World Bakery

1713 10th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

Janine P. writes: 5 stars you say?  $1 for a 16 oz bag of the most fresh and delightful fortune Cookie flops I've tried.  It's a little unassuming hole-in-the-wall  fortune cookie factory, between R and Q St, but if you have a bloodhound nose like me - you'll smell…

Sheraton Grand

1230 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

Sparkely K. writes: I'm not a big fan of Sacramento (aka Saca-tomatoes) but needed a hotel fast and got this one on Priceline.  Great deal.

The hotel is really lovely from the lobby to the rooms.  Mine was small but very comfortable and quite clean.  

The only complaint I…

Earl Grey Manor Tea Salon Nonpareil

916 2nd Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

Janine P. writes: This is not your typical "pinky lifting" tea drinking place, full of funny, frilly hat-wearing, white-gloved ladies gossiping over cutesy teacups.  

If you have a man, that is secure with his manhood . . . this is a pretty neutral spot.  

The decor has…

Paesanos

1806 Capitol Ave
Sacramento, CA 95814

Janine P. writes: I would give 3.5 stars, but I'll round up because of the service at the bar, the Baked Pasta, and Sake Clams (have to like a bit of spiciness).
I can remember a time when I was in my 20's, and before Paesano's came along, this used to be an…

Chops

1117 11th St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Ben P. writes: At times, I think my firm should open up a branch in either Sacto or San Jose, since I seem to spend a lot of time in both of these fine cities.

Some time ago, your faithful correspondent found himself in Sacto for...oh...a week.  Thankfully, he was…

Tea Cup Cafe

1614 21st St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Scott S. writes: OK, number one, when you go in there, don't fall prey to the pretty menu with all the pictures. That's for the chumps. Ask for the specials and they will bring you out a plain white menu with Chinese on it. Turn it over and you will have the tastiest…

Sea Shanty

4650 Stockton Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95820

Jacqueline D. writes: It  was  a blustery,  rainy night when I first breezed into the Sea Shanty.  My friend and I were greeted with warm hello's from the patrons mostly whites and Mexicans in cowboy hats and work dungarees and a very  elderly lady bartender.   Several…

Art of Touch Massage Studio & Day Spa

3053 Fulton Ave
Sacramento, CA 95821

Marja M. writes: I found this spa after doing some yelp recon for locations in the vicinity of the Radisson Hotel on Leisure Lane (near Arden Fair mall). Made reservations for a couple of different services after being helped by the very gracious Cindy. My friend and…

Raley's Supermarkets & Drug Centers

4850 Freeport Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95822

WendySue R. writes: I moved to the neighborhood of this Raley's a few months ago and I never felt the urge to do a review until today.

I did some shopping around lunchtime today with my daughter and one of my items was a pre-marinated pork tenderloin that I was intending…

Jointed Cue Billiards

2375 Fruitridge Rd
Sacramento, CA 95822

Crow M. writes: Everything tastes better when you're scared.

Do you travel to foreign countries and never leave the resort? Do you get pissed when some dude wearing a full-length black leather trench coat with a 14"  Raiders logo on the back thinks he's dressed…

Stephan's Auto Haus

3950 Attawa Ave
Sacramento, CA 95822

Wendy M. writes: I have been taking my Jetta TDI to Stephan for almost 5 years and trust him completely.  He keeps detailed records on my car, trouble shoots, and researches issues for me.  He is upfront with possible costs and alternatives.  Communication is…

El Novillero

4216 Franklin Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95820

Dane H. writes: I ate here a coupla months ago with my restaurant reviewer bud--he knows the owners, and they are very nice people. It's hard to argue about a place that is so friggin' popular. The place is always packed. I wish I'd have gone there when it was a…

Emigh Hardware

3555 El Camino Ave
Sacramento, CA 95821

Greg S. writes: Woe be it to the uninformed customer who calls her "Ee-my."  I said it once, jokingly, and they threw me into back room where they keep all the drywall and lashed me mercilessly with weather stripping.

Actually, Emigh Ace Hardware is simply the best…

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2360 El Camino Ave
Sacramento, CA 95821

Amber C. writes: who reviews their high school? me! i know that we can all give our horror stories about what high school was like and how horrible and angstful it was. yeah, it was for me, too. but...

i went to this high school and it was a really great experience…

Mikuni Japanese Restaurant

1530 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Vamsi V. writes: I do not like writing 3 star reviews. There is usually nothing funny or cool to say. They end up being boring.

A few people I met at the conference invited me to Mikuni. I said OK because it is very close to the conference center. The first thing…

River City Brewing Company

545 Downtown Plz
Ste 1115
Sacramento, CA 95814

Serena Q. writes: Who cares that its in the mall??? Downtown Plaza is a pretty cool mall as far as the design goes - its outdoor and nestled near the river and Old Sac. And more importantly, the food is amazing. One of my favorite restaurants in Sacramento. You can…

Candy Heaven

108 L St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Michelle S. writes: There are probably as many candy shops in Old Sacramento as there are nail salons in the Lake Merritt area of Oakland. So, how can one candy shop possibly out-candy another one?

This one has free samples.

Also, despite the fact that their client base…

Press Richard L Fine and Scholarly Books On the Arts

1831 F St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Kerri T. writes: If I could somehow move into Richard Press's store without him noticing, and live amongst all of the coffee-table-and-larger sized glossy books, I would be in heaven.  (Literally, because I would die from lack of food, but heaven nonetheless.)

R.…