Thunder Valley Casinos

1155 W Sunset Blvd
Rocklin, CA 95765

Kari S. writes: This place is surreal.  They want to keep the atmosphere "up" and so, music is bumping all the way out to the parking lot.  I was instantly transported back to the jr. high days of wandering around Great America where all of the faux rocks in the…

Mr. Pickles

2110 Sunset Blvd # 200
Rocklin, CA 95765

Moe H. writes: I am very rarely in this neighborhood, but I was at a meeting at an office near here and we had a 30 minute lunch break and an acquaintance suggested I try it. Busy, busy, busy and really badly organized - the kids at the counter couldn't figure out…

Mervyn's Department Stores

1250 E Gibson Rd
Woodland, CA 95776

Steff L. writes: Found inside the "Woodland Mall", it's a pretty descent department store.  Not too bad, but not too great either.  I mean, I would say it's okay.  That word fits perfectly for this place.  There are some sales, but it's not very organized.  And the…

Embassy Suites

100 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, CA 95814

Gretchen P. writes: You know what was surprisingly good about this hotel? The food of all things! When traveling for work, I tend not to expect anything special from room service and just go out if I want a nice meal. However, when staying in Sac this week for work, I…

Hawthorn Suites

321 Bercut Dr
Sacramento, CA 95814

Katy D. writes: 3.5 stars

i am conflicted. the rooms are in need of a remodel (tubs get clogged) but on the other hand they have a complimentary happy hour and hot breakfast. regular bar food and eggs, french toast in the morning. there is no restaurant but plenty…

Cervantes Tapas & Italian Bistro

1119 21st St
Sacramento, CA 95814

raylynn s. writes: LOVE this place! The food is fantastic, servers are sweet and wonderful. This location has the smallest kitchen known to man and yet they do wonders with it. Don't expect a 12 page menu but do expect everything you eat to be bursting with flavor and…

G-Spot

2009 K St.
Sacramento, CA 95814

Stephanie W. writes: When I wrote my review of Good Vibes in Berkeley http://www.yelp.com/bi... and talked about sex shops that seem dark and scary and where you should be ashamed to be there, this was the shop I had in mind. Yes, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable,…

Monterey Bay Canners Restaurant & Oyster Bar

400 Bercut Drive
Sacramento, CA 95814

FATMAN .. writes: Went here w/the folks for dinner tonight. I didn't hate it, but it left a lot to be desired. The server didn't bring my chowder right away instead, after I asked for it, it landed about the same time as my meal which irked me a lil bit.  I think…

Hamburger Patties

1630 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Christopher O. writes: Giant hamburger with fries that you can have seasoned a couple of different ways. Your hamburger gets served to you with a steak knife skewered through it. The weird thing is, for some reason, you actually want to eat it that way. Maybe it's the…

Hard Rock Cafe

645 Downtown Plz
Sacramento, CA 95814

Patrick B. writes: Meh, it wasn't worth the money. My aunt was in town and wanted to go to a Hard Rock Cafe. Why? Well, she's generally naive to everything outside of the midwest and likes classic rock. We weren't planning on going here, but she made it seem as though…

Ernesto's Mexican Food

1901 16th St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Andrew C. writes: One stray match and the entire ceiling is going up in flames. It's a suspended stationary nightmare!

Food though, not bad. Mexican restaurant quality will never touch hole-in-the-wall taco shop but the carnitas was tender, the enchiladas were good…

Starbucks

1901 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814

WendySue R. writes: Say what you will about Starbucks - I know that some of you consider it to be the "evil empire of coffee".  

I happen to enjoy a cup of brewed decaf coffee in the evenings, so after I put my munchkin to bed, I leave her father in charge and head out…

Body Tribe Fitness

920 21st St
Sacramento, CA 95814

David L. writes: Lately I've been getting burnt out on running.  So I decided to join a gym.  Except for a brief stint in h.s., I haven't been inside a gym in years.  Which means I have no idea what the heck I'm doing.  Enter Body Tribe and Chip Conrad.  Chip is the…

Senses

1903 1/2 Capitol Ave
Sacramento, CA 95814

Cyndi L. writes: I *heart* my hairdresser. I don't go to her often because I am trying to grow out my hair (I know, I know) but I wish I could just because she's so amazing. Currently, Carrie C. is at Senses, and if she's there, I feel like it speaks well for the…

New Lu-Shan Chinese Buffet & Restaurant

403 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Derek T. writes: I get dinner from here sometimes and this place is actually pretty good.  Its probably the closest thing to authentic chinese cuisine I've had in the downtown area.  The setting is a little dated, but in my experience, drab chinese restaurant setting…

Fluid Espresso Bar

1230 N St
204
Sacramento, CA 95814

Billy S. writes: Forget Pete's and Starbucks. Count me in as another Fluid Fan ! A good variety of coffee at reasonable prices. Espresso machine. Fresh bakery goods. Friendly service. Short line. It's all there !

For those mornings when you hit the snooze button one…

Nadeau Solid Wood Furniture

1135 Richards Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95814

Inigo M. writes: I would've given this 5 stars if it wasn't for the very crowded warehouse.

The very first time I went there (a year ago), it was very spacious, you could see the stock easily. But last time (about 6 months ago), the place was packed to the gills with…

Capitol Garage Coffee Co

1500 K St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Lola D. writes: *I've only been here for Sunday Brunch*

I'm always down for all you can drink mimosas on Sunday morning  

The last time I went, the service was really good, he was personable, fun, lively and real.  He hooked us up with awesome Bloody Mary's and looked…

Chicory Coffee & Tea

1131 11th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

Jen L. writes: *Sac Training #2*

i never thought i'd ever yelp about a coffee // tea place, but since it's no starbux // peet's, i guess it's okay ...

chicory is SOOOO cute ... SOOO SOOO cute ... and DEF not your everyday starbux ...

conveniently located across from…

Java City

1800 Capitol Ave
Sacramento, CA 95814

William B. writes: Ahhh, the original Java City. Home to Sacramento's hep set for, oh, a quarter century, give or take a couple of years. Periodically it tries to reinvent itself, like its trendier regulars, but it's still the bastion of caffeine at the corner of 18th…

1 Pop-A-Lock

Sacramento, CA 95814

Kane W. writes: I am the owner of Pop-A-Lock of Sacramento and play an important role as "player - coach" in my business.   My licensed locksmiths and I proudly serve the Sacramento and southern Placer county areas and specialize in lockouts, rekeys and high…

A and P Liquor Store

1101 21st St
Sacramento, CA 95814

DeeAnn L. writes: I'm on board with the A & P love train.

My main supplier for Sobe Iced Tea, beef jerky,  Rel's sandwiches, late night Zima runs (that was only a phase, really), cigarettes and lottery tickets. Everyone there has always been really nice.

One day I went…

Cheap Thrills Uncle Fred's Clothing-We Buy-Slltrde

1217 21st St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Roachie D. writes: So I guess since there are two listings for Cheap Thrills, I'll go ahead and review the "buy-sell-trade" portion of the shop, rather than the costume shop upstairs.

You can sell your clothes here. In Midtown. And the buyers are better than at more…

Studio Theatre

1028 R St
Cross street is 10th
Sacramento, CA 95814

Gil O. writes: The Studio Theatre is a very cozy 90-seat theatre in Midtown.  It is conveintly located at 10th & R, across from the Fox & Goose, and around the block from Old Ironsides.  
The small staff is very friendly and accomodating.  Before shows, and during…

Le Petit Paris

1221 19th St
Sacramento, CA 94814

Amber S. writes: Oooh la la! What a cute little shop!

I stopped in the other day. It was hot and I was running errands, craving a cool drink. Half the store has sweet French clothes that I'm not sure many folks can afford right now, but it was fun to look and dream.…

Thistle Dew Dessert Theatre and Art Gallery

1901 P St
Sacramento, CA 95814

phortitude u. writes: This venue is sadly overlooked probably due to the fact that they usually only do plays written by locals.  However, if you're in the mood to see something you won't see anywhere else in a place where every seat is excellent and comes with free…

Chipotle Mexican Grill

1831 Capitol Ave
Sacramento, CA 95814

Erinn L. writes: I'm pleasantly surprised.  Originally I'd avoided this place because of the Mickey D's connection.  Not to mention that Greta's used to be in the spot and I'm heartbroken it is gone. Then we had it brought in for work a few weeks ago...and while they…

La Bou

519 L St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Serena Q. writes: When I was a little girl, my sister and I would ride our bikes up to La Bou and buy simple french pastries - baguettes, croissants, fresh baked bread, and sip espresso with change we had scrounged from around our mom's house after elementary school.…

Harv's Carwash Smog & Detail Center

1407 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814

elizabeth c. writes: As I exited my apartment today, my car, Kiki, looked at me mournfully and said, "Mommy, why don't you love me anymore?"  I will admit that I have been a horrible mother.  I haven't done a very good job of keeping my baby very clean.  In fact, there…

Cheap Thrills Costumes & Party Clothes

1217 21st St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Erin N. writes: This place has some of THE coolest clothes I've ever seen. There's pretty much something for everyone. And the staff is SO helpful and friendly.
My daughter loves vintage clothes and I took her to Cheap Thrills to buy a dress for a formal school…

Taqueria Jalisco

330 16th St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Nathan C. writes: The quixotic hunt for Sacramento's best burrito took me up on 16th to Jalisco, a  promising prospect judging by the line of folks always out front. And though Jalisco was one of the better Taquerias I've experienced around midtown/downtown area, many…

Planned Parenthood

Sacramento, CA 95814

Wendy P. writes: What's not to love about a place that keeps me baby free at no cost to me? And I usually get a nice child-like bandaid to the arm when I am all done. Yay.

Rex Cycles

1811 E St
Sacramento, CA 95811

Paul C. writes: Rex Cycles is a Sacramento gem - a real frame builder right here in town.  If you want the ultimate in cycling go down and get fitted for a bike.

Gallery of the American West

121 K St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Debbie T. writes: This unassuming gallery in the middle of tourist heavy Old Sac is an unbelievable treasure. This collection of California Native American artifacts, art pieces, antique and artisan jewelery is truly a labor of love by the owner, Bob Hickman.

Bob can…

River Otter Water Taxi Company

917 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

Yoshiko M. writes: UPDATE from the Sacramento Bee, July 17:

"In Sacramento, the River Otter is an endangered species.

After months of absence from the Sacramento River, the popular River Otter Water taxi service was supposed to restart operations Monday. But now the new…

Howard & Sons Automotive

1900 L St
Sacramento, CA 95814

Erinn L. writes: My car is nearly 10 years old and only has 50k miles on it...yeah, I don't drive much.  Which means I generally can keep the car expenses down unless of course I spend a Saturday "Rally Car-ing" said car through super twisty Santa Cruz Mountains…

Thai Smile Cusine

11110 Coloma Rd
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Cam H. writes: The name "Thai Smile" is not false advertising; the waiter was beaming at  us he walked us to our table. Prices are very reasonable - most meals were under $10 which included rice and vegetables on the side. I had the duck which was great, less…

Nippon Teriyaki Bowl

10829 Olson Dr
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Irene D. writes: This place brings back so many memories of  "clean eating".

A few years back I worked with a girl who was training for a fitness competition; it's a tamer version of body building competitions, where unfortunately steroid use immediately comes to…