6 of the top outdoor dining spots in Sacramento, according to readers
For the last two weeks, Bee readers have led the the conversation on the best place to dine outdoors in the Sacramento area.
And after the second week-long round of voting — the results are in.
During this process one thing was made clear: Sacramentans are passionate about their favorite spots, and there are always too many good ones to list.
Taking reader-submissions, we gave you 20 choices.
With close to 1,000 votes, more than 300 up from the first round— here are the top picks:
Shangri-la Fair Oaks is a contemporary neighborhood restaurant and bar in Fair Oaks offering upscale seasonal cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails. The outdoor patio includes trees, grass areas, umbrellas and more.
It gained 213 votes, or 22%.
Address: 7960 Winding Way, Fair Oaks
Contact: 916-241-9473
Can I make a reservation? Yes
Eat a variety of Asian and Spanish-inspired foods surrounded by trees, flowers and flowing water fountains on Tower Cafe’s outdoor patio.
It gained 162 votes, or 17%.
Address: 1518 Broadway, Sacramento
Contact: 916-441-0222
Can I make a reservation? No
Paragary’s is a midtown Sacramento neighborhood bistro known for seasonal cuisine. Dine out on a garden-like patio with waterfalls, plants and decade-old olive trees.
It gained 72 votes, or 8%
Address: 1401 28th St., Sacramento
Contact: 916-457-5737
Can I make a reservation: Yes
Enjoy an intimate and romantic courtyard dining experience with an extensive wine collection and a locally-sourced menu at the Firehouse Restaurant in Old Sacramento.
Firehouse had 58 votes, 6% of the overall.
Address: 1112 2nd St., Sacramento
Contact: 916-442-4772
Can I make a reservation? Yes
Relax and enjoy heated patio seating and fine dining at Fabian’s Italian Bistro with several meat, seafood and pasta-dish options.
Fabian’s clocked in at an even 50 votes.
Address: 11755 Fair Oaks Boulevard, Fair Oaks
Contact: 916-536-9891
Can I make a reservation? You must make a reservation
Indulge in smokehouse plates and beer at Urban Roots on their outdoor beer garden. The brewery offers small plates, smoked meats, burger and sandwiches and salads.
Urban Roots hit 47 votes.
Address: 1322 V St., Sacramento
Contact: 916-706-3741
Can I make a reservation? No
OTHER FAVORITES
- DRAKE’S THE BARN
- AIOLO BODEGA ESPAÑOLA
- SELLAND’S CAFÉ
- IRON HORSE TAVERN
- PIATTI
- FIXINS SOUL KITCHEN
- MAS TACO BAR
- ALARO
- HOOK AND LADDER
- THE RIND
- LAZY DOG
- HOP GARDENS
- MESA MERCADO
VOTE YOUR FAVORITE BRUNCH SPOT
Did you miss the outdoor dining poll? Don’t sweat it.
Vote for your favorite Sacramento brunch spot instead. The poll closes Thursday.
Choose between Bacon & Butter, Cafe Bernardo, Midtown Spirits and more---> Let’s vote again: What’s your favorite brunch spot in Sacramento?
What poll would you like to participate in next? Email utilityteam@sacbee.com.
This story was originally published February 2, 2022 at 1:08 PM.