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    Temple Coffee & Tea – Midtown

    Posted to June 5th, 2013

    Temple Coffee is a quality-focused retail and wholesale roaster in Sacramento, California – voted Best Coffee House since its inception in 2005.

    Our friendly and knowledgeable staff prides itself in serving the freshest award-winning coffee and espresso beverages from premiere coffee regions around the world. We serve multiple types of espresso (blend and single-origin), “Cup of Excellence” winners, as well as rare coffees in a French press, to satisfy aficionados like ourselves.

    We are committed to sourcing, roasting, and brewing the finest coffees. We feature monthly coffee education courses for customers on coffee brewing, tastings, and proper espresso preparation.

    All Temples open at 6am 365 days per year.

    Midtown locations:
    2200 K Street
    2829 S Street
    1615 16th Street

    Downtown location:
    1010 9th Street

    More Temple locations HERE.

  • Downtown Grid

    Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters – East Sac

    Posted to June 5th, 2013

    NEW East Sacramento location: Folsom Blvd. between 47th and 48th

    Chocolate Fish Coffee Roasters is leading the way in a new generation of Coffee Houses, integrating our Roastery in an open concept for customers to watch the entire process. In our glass surrounded training/cupping room you can learn more about coffee tasting, brewing and hear stories from our yearly trips to coffee farms we have relationships with.

    We offer coffee that represents the best in both quality and integrity through sustainable farming practices.

    We Provide Freshness & Quality In Our Bean Selection

    We roast small batches to ensure the freshest possible coffee while maintaining the intrinsic flavors within the fruit. We travel overseas to growing regions to meet producers, and learn how their coffee growing practices, micro-climates, quality and care ultimately contribute to the end result in your cup.

    Coffee is a fruit and as a fruit it is important to be fresh. We source beans that have been harvested within the last 12 months to ensure freshness. For this reason our selection of coffee beans will be ever changing, keeping up with harvesting seasons.

    We value your comments and input in our business and encourage you to discuss your needs with our Baristas at any time.

  • Downtown Grid

    Zocalo – A Taste of Mexico

    Posted to March 27th, 2013
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    Tres Hermanas

    Posted to March 27th, 2013
  • Downtown Grid

    The Firehouse

    Posted to March 27th, 2013

    $5 Valet Parking for dine-in guests. 3 blocks from Golden 1 Center.

    Rated as one of Zagat’s Top Restaurants, The Firehouse is the most award-winning restaurant in the Sacramento region. Known for the most extensive wine collection in the Central Valley, The Firehouse specializes in delicious cuisine and premium wines, and offers a setting that features storied architecture and design. Housed in a historical landmark in Old Sacramento, the restaurant features weekday lunch services and dinner served daily. Dining options are as versatile as a breathtaking courtyard or one of many exquisite dining rooms, each a perfect space for any meal, regardless of the occasion. The Firehouse is also home to special events throughout the year including weddings and regular wine tastings in Sacramento’s only authentic underground wine cellar.

    For over fifty years, The Firehouse has earned its reputation for providing unparalleled ambiance in a truly unique and memorable setting. Built in 1853 and originally the home of the Sacramento No. 3 firehouse, the restaurant was the first building in Old Sacramento to be restored and is designated a historical landmark.

    Delicious food, beautifully presented, wine and customer service are The Firehouse Restaurant trademarks. Our chefs specialize in creating an extraordinary assortment of appetizers, entrees and desserts, perfectly complemented by an extensive wine list.

    The Firehouse Restaurant invites you to an elegant dining experience in the heart of Old Sacramento.

  • Downtown Grid

    The Porch Restaurant & Bar

    Posted to March 27th, 2013

    Located in the heart of midtown, The Porch serves up southern-influenced, down-home low country cuisine! With a heavy emphasis on local ingredients to ensure the freshest, best tasting, highest quality experience possible, our menu is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you smiling.

    The Folks from Capitol Garage bring Low Country Cuisine to Sacramento!

     

  • Downtown Grid

    The Virgin Sturgeon

    Posted to March 27th, 2013

    The Virgin Sturgeon
    1577 Garden Hwy
    916-921-2694
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    Located just two miles from downtown Sacramento, The Virgin Sturgeon restaurant floats on the Sacramento river along the Garden Highway.  One enters through a long gangway that once served as a jetway for Pan American Airlines at San Francisco International.  Featuring a wide-ranging menu and full bar since 1984, patrons have come to rely upon this and our daily-changing choice of fresh seafood, in or outdoor seating and beautiful sunset all year long.  Arrive by car, bike, foot, or boat, and enjoy a fine meal or just some cocktails at our riverside bar.

  • Downtown Grid

    Streets Pub & Grub

    Posted to March 27th, 2013

    Our pub atmosphere offers 18 taps, a full bar, great comfort food, and good old fashioned service.

    Located in midtown and inspired by the legacy of the local Public House, Streets Pub & Grub embodies the energy of Sacramento with the laid back atmosphere of your living room. Designed with a relaxed approach to good food and alcohol in mind.

    Check out our Sacramento Bee Review here.

    Recurring Events at Streets:

    Sunday:  Trivia night / 7pm

    Wednesdays:  Karaoke / 9pm/ sign ups at 830

    Brunch Saturday & Sunday / 11am-2pm / $10 bottomless mimosas / $5 Bloody Marys

  • Downtown Grid

    Tapa the World – Midtown

    Posted to March 27th, 2013

    Lunch, Dinner, Tapas, Sangria, Wine, Cocktails
    and Live Spanish Classical & Flamenco Guitars on most nights

    About:
    Executive Chef and owner – Marcos Murillo

    This long time staple in the heart of the midtown food scene, has been a place of countless first-dates, engagements, anniversaries and memories. It is still known for being one of Sacramento’s most beloved date night destinations.

    Chef Marcos Murillo has been behind the scenes serving up some of your most favorite dishes, including his namesake – the Marcos Pollo for more than 23yrs. Over the years he promoted from line cook, to Sous Chef to eventually the Executive Chef, a position he has proudly held since 2008.

    After more than two decades – the time came for the original owners to pass the torch of this beloved restaurant to pursue other interests, travel and enjoy more time with their family. As it be, Chef Marcos, with his extensive experience at the helm of the kitchen, unrelenting passion, drive and natural talent, was more than ready to take on this challenge to pursue his dream.

    Tapa the World Menus

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    Reservations

    Celebrating over 25 years of service in Sacramento!
    Tapa The World originally opened in May of 1994. Inspired by the orginal owners experiences and time spent abroad, their aspiration was to bring their love of Spanish food and entertainment here to share with Sacramento. The atmosphere continues to be relaxed, warm, welcoming and fun, encouraging guests to linger over their conversations, wine and dine with friends and enjoy the pleasure of live Spanish guitar.

    Today, this now chef-owned restaurant continues to serve up a large variety of their classic Spanish favorites – tapas and plates, along with his ever-changing daily specials and other culinary creations.

    Buen Provecho!

    Cuisine:
    The tradition of tapas began in the south of Spain around the turn of the century. Tavern owners placed a slice of bread over the top of the glass of wine (usually Fino Sherry) to protect it from airborne objects. Some owners started putting tidbits of food, like ham or cheese, on the bread to bring in more business. The edible lid (tapa) became a tradition that was always included in the price of the drink. Today, putting a lid on a drink is no longer necessary.

    But eating smaller sized portions at any time during the day and half the night developed into a serious way of life. So tapas today are essentially appetizer-sized portions of any type of food that can be easily shared. They can be snacks or whole meals or just the beginning of a meal. They are ideal for filling that little hunger gap at any hour, which is why we serve them until midnight every night. You can eat them standing at the bar with a beer after work or sitting around a table after the show.

    At Tapa the World, we offer you traditional Spanish dishes as well as new creations from our chef using locally sourced ingredients and globally sourced inspiration.

  • Downtown Grid

    Temple Coffee & Tea – Downtown

    Posted to March 27th, 2013

    Temple Coffee makes the list of country’s best roasters, year after year!

    Temple Coffee is a quality-focused retail and wholesale roaster in Sacramento, California – voted Best Coffee House since its inception in 2005.

    Our friendly and knowledgeable staff prides itself in serving the freshest award-winning coffee and espresso beverages from premiere coffee regions around the world. We serve multiple types of espresso (blend and single-origin), “Cup of Excellence” winners, as well as rare coffees in a French press, to satisfy aficionados like ourselves.

    We are committed to sourcing, roasting, and brewing the finest coffees. We feature monthly coffee education courses for customers on coffee brewing, tastings, and proper espresso preparation.

    All Temples open at 6am 365 days per year.

    Temple in Midtown
    2200 K Street – Midtown
    2829 S Street – Midtown
    1615 16th Street – Midtown

    1010 9th Street – Downtown

    More locations HERE