Breakfast at Lil Joe’s
“I think it’s going to bring in some people who are going to be a contribution to our neighborhood.”
John Fierro
Owner, Lil Joe’s
restaurant
Planet V: Mardi Gras at Revolution Wines
Whatever mental associations Mardi Gras conjures—religious observances or rowdy partying in the streets—it’s called “Fat Tuesday” for a reason. The day’s Christian roots call for…
Opening Easy Diner in uneasy times
The owners of Bambi Vegan Tacos food truck prepare to open the Easy Diner on I Street as other Sacramento restaurants close during pandemic Dozens…
Stat of the week: 3,000 coronavirus deaths
How quickly did California reach grim milestone and why should that give reopen boosters pause? It took more than five weeks—38 days, to be precise—for…
Why restaurants are worth saving
The industry was struggling before coronavirus shutdowns. Restaurants can’t make it on take-out alone. By Jot Condie One of my staff members came to me…
Review: Tasty Palestinian plates
Sacramento has a new spot for enjoying authentic Palestinian food in a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere designed for date night and large celebratory gatherings alike. Step…
Review: Fiery fowl on trend
The Angry Bird opened in Citrus Heights last year, putting a colorful dent in the Sunrise Marketplace’s 20-year ongoing big box/chain takeover. (The restaurant only…
What’s Old is New Again
The Northside Bar + Cafe is the latest go-to for eats and drinks BY ALLEN PIERLEONI For owner Jasmine Peterhans, opening the new Northside Bar…
Woodlake Tavern is on the move
Comfort food with class, yes, but check out the new events atrium BY ALLEN PIERLEONI First it was the high-end Enotria Restaurant and Wine Bar,…
‘A lot of love’ in every sandwich
Shift Coffee House honored for ‘Best Grilled Cheese’ in California BY ALLEN PIERLEONI Shift Coffee House co-owner Carol Mundy sat at a table in her…
Exotic evening on J Street
Kasbah delivers Middle Eastern fine dining and romantic ambiance BY ANNE STOCKS With its arches and columns, cushioned banquette seats and warm copper tabletops lit…
Mom’s last meal
On New Year’s Day, the rumblings through social media began: Mother, vegetarian mainstay since 2014 and Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient, had closed, effective immediately. Some…
Colo’s spices up neighborhood
Former Oak Park restaurateurs bring popular soul food north BY ALLEN PIERLEONI Things have been somewhat hectic since Kevin and Tamar McCree’s soft opening of…
Del Paso Boulevard’s Southpaw Sushi
A well-known local chef is back with a new destination restaurant in a vibrant part of town BY ALLEN PIERLEONI One of Sacramento’s oldest thoroughfares…
Review: Mariachis and Micheladas
Lively violins follow along to the thumping rhythms coming from a large acoustic bass and an upbeat Spanish chorus as four men dressed in traditional,…
Farm to cocktail
Our House in Davis creates weekly seasonal cocktails with fresh muddled fruit from its local farmers market The swelter of summer may be here, but…
Review: Burger cravings
For vegans, the prospect of a restaurant where we can eat everything on the menu is dizzying. In most places, we’re lucky if there’s one…