Frank Fat always had a genuine interest in people and their well-being which transcended racial, age, and language barriers. Above all, his cheerful persona transcended partisan politics.

Back in 1939, when Frank opened his namesake restaurant, who would ever guess that a once penniless immigrant and dishwasher from Canton, China would soon pack his 806 L Street location with governors, U. S. senators and representatives along with lobbyists, state stakeholders and legislators from both sides of the aisle. The rich and powerful came, and so did all of Sacramento and beyond. Fat’s became legendary as California’s “Third House” where landmark bills were drafted in back booths, and tort reform arose out of a famous “napkin deal”.

Frank Fat’s takes pride in serving excellent Chinese cuisine and providing the same warm, friendly and cheerful service that made Frank, Wing, and Weyland so popular with customers. The father-son-grandson team made sure that each patron was greeted with a warm handshake and friendly smile at every table. And that tradition of excellent, personalized service still carries on with new family host, Kevin Fat.

Fine Chinese food is our specialty. Our classic menu includes authentic dishes from China’s four main provinces: Canton, Szechuan, Peking, and Shanghai. We also specialize in satisfying the steak lover with juicy, choice aged cuts that are grilled and sizzled to perfection. Frank Fat’s aims to please customers who come in, want a break from cooking, or want take-out. With a day’s notice, our chefs will prepare and dress fresh game brought in by customers and have them served for up to 40 of your friends and family in a party setting.

Frank Fat’s holds the distinction of being the Capital City’s oldest eating establishment, but it isn’t the only restaurant in town that bears the family name. Frank cared deeply about preserving the history and contribution of Chinese immigrants during the historic Gold Rush. He helped to renovate Old Sacramento by opening a restaurant along the riverfront. Visitor’s to Fat City Bar & Café can sample from a large and varied menu highlighting American cuisine and comfort food in a beautiful turn-of-the-century décor.

In Roseville and Folsom we invite you to try Fat’s Asia Bistro and Dim Sum Bar, known for its electic blend of contemporary Asian food along with the restaurants stunning architecture. If you are feeling lucky, venture out to Kung Fu Fat’s at the beautiful Cache Creek Casino. For the hungry college student, we offer Kung Fu Fat’s Express located in the Student Union Building at Cal State University Sacramento campus. For the best steak value in San Diego, visit Fat City Steak House.

There’s a Fat’s for everyone, but only one Frank Fat’s. And we welcome you to eat to your heart’s delight as you watch the people go by and hop from table to table to make new friends. It’s the people who make Fat’s, and we’re here to serve you as we have each and every valued customer since 1939.

On behalf of Frank Fat, our family and staff, we welcome you!