Best Authentic Restaurants in North Highlands

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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Sacramento

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Arden FairFair OaksMidtownNorth NatomasRosevilleSacramento

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

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A photo of Caffe Italiano Ristorante restaurant

1. Caffe Italiano Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(339)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fair Oaks

Caffe Italiano Ristorante is an authentic Italian restaurant in Fair Oaks. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with customers praising the delicious, well-prepared food and the friendly, attentive service. One reviewer even described the meal as 'feeling very authentic'. The owners are also mentioned as being gracious and friendly, adding to the authenticity of the experience.

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2. Fabian's Italian Bistro

4.5

Awesome(1947)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fair Oaks

Booked 20 times today

Voted Best Italian Restaurant in Sacramento! Fabian's Italian Bistro serves locally sourced ingredients crafted into classic Italian dinners, lunches and brunches. On the weekend, you can enjoy brunch with classic eggs benedict, avocado toast or even the "chef's mess". At dinner or lunch service, take a peek at the special wine and cocktail menu, which is filled with both local and imported options.Fabian’s Italian Bistro is worth checking out any day, but if you happen to be in the neighborhood on Tuesday or Wednesday, you’re in for a treat. Tasting Tuesday dinners include an ever-changing special tasting menu, where you can try smoked pork, scallops, pork tenderloin, polenta, squid ink spaghetti and more. Wednesdays at Fabian’s Italian Bistro feature select house favorite wines for half price, plus they allow you to bring your own bottle with no corkage.

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3. Ella Dining Room and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(5409)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sacramento

Booked 43 times today

Located in America's Farm to Fork Capital. In the heart of Downtown, the family behind The Kitchen and Selland's Market Café brings you the region’s most relaxed and elegant destination, Ella Dining Room and Bar. Ella offers warm, welcoming ambiance in an inspiring space that evokes effortless European rustic luxury. The environment is modern yet timeless, dramatic yet comforting. Ella brings together the finest quality ingredients from this bountiful region to create authentic and honest fine food that nourishes body and soul. Chef and Owner Randall Selland and family invite you to savor the joys of friends, family, and great food and wine. Service is gracious and refined. Ella has signature handcrafted cocktails, an eclectic and impressive wine list, and a fresh seafood bar. We specialize in Private Parties. Perfect for business lunches, celebration dinners, and everyday enjoyment. Walking distance from Convention Center, Capitol, theaters, and hotels.

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4. Grange Bar & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(703)

££££Price: Expensive

• Californian • Sacramento

Booked 31 times today

Located in downtown Sacramento, America's Farm to Fork Capital, Grange is a culinary expression of all things local, reflecting the authentic essence and soul of the community.The menu showcases the market-driven bounties from the state and is best described as simple, seasonal and soulful. Organically raised meats and poultry are complemented with the freshest produce available from the Central Valley, while sustainable coastal seafood is paired with a spectacular all-California wine list. The entrees are presented in a straightforward American brasserie style. Lastly, enjoy the creations from our pastry chef such as rustic artisan breads and desserts.This Sacramento restaurant’s setting is both classic and authentic. The two-story space combines architectural elements from the building’s rich history with exposed beams and concrete columns to create a surprising and urban, loft-like atmosphere.

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5. Aioli Bodega Espanola

4.8

Exceptional(2145)

££££Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Sacramento

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to Aioli Bodega Espanola where our authentic food, wine and ambiance will transport you to Andalusia. We provide tapas, entrees and desserts for lunch, dinner, private events, and catering.

A photo of Il Fornaio - Sacramento restaurant

6. Il Fornaio - Sacramento

4.8

Exceptional(3875)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sacramento

Booked 20 times today

Il Fornaio means 'the Baker'; in Italian. Located in downtown Sacramento, this award-winning restaurant offers an authentic and unique Italian dining experience and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list. Enjoy wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made and imported pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; antipasti and a wide variety of desserts made daily from scratch.

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7. La Huaca Peruvian Cuisine

4.7

Exceptional(464)

££££Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Roseville

The initial melting of the culinary tradition of ancient Perú with Spanish cuisine, evolved through immigration and influences of French, Italian, Asian and African people, who modified their traditional cuisines with ingredients available in peruvian geography only. The result: Peruvian Gastronomy, the most diverse in the world. Welcome to the world of peruvian cuisine. Welcome to a whole new adventure.

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8. Il Fornaio - Roseville

4.7

Exceptional(3467)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Roseville

Booked 23 times today

Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include house made pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.

9. Polanco Cantina

4.5

Awesome(341)

££££Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Sacramento

Booked 7 times today

Polanco Cantina is a festive, contemporary Mexican restaurant and bar. Serving Mexican-inspired familiar favorites and celebrating the bounty of central California, Polanco is located in Downtown Commons, overlooking the Golden One Center.Polanco Cantina, turns into a Late Night Lounge on Friday and Saturday nights from 11:00pm-1:45am, Cover Charge Applies

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10. Zocalo - University Village

4.6

Exceptional(1863)

££££Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Sacramento

Booked 20 times today

Family friendly, great for groups, and a celebration destination known for its fine Mexican cuisine, happy hour, craft cocktails, and to-go—Zocalo UV opened up in the newly renovated University Village shopping center in January of 2018 based on the success of its Midtown and Roseville locations. Offered in a upscale yet casual setting with original artwork from Tlaquepaque, Mexico and a spacious patio—Zocalo’s warm hospitality, fresh regional Mexican food, and commitment to customer service are designed to transform the ordinary act of eating into an extraordinary and memorable experience.

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Michelle
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •9 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We visited for a special occasion and everything we ordered was exceptional. Highly recommend.
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Grange Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Sacramento
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4.6
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Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Even though the volume was high due to a private event, the service alone was worth the visit. Interesting craft cocktails and a well imagined and prepared meal make Ella’s a stand out @ the capital.
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Ella Dining Room and BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sacramento
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4.7
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TeresaVIP
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The regular menu had a number of good choices, and there were several interesting daily specials. Everything we tried was delicious. The server was knowledgeable and helpful. The atmosphere was very pleasant.
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Caffe Italiano RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Fair Oaks
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4.7
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California Central Coast •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Second time there in the past year and it is still great!!! Thanks!
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Fabian's Italian BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fair Oaks
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4.5
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dana
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We ate here before seeing the Tina Turner play. Service was fast, food was amazing and noise level was excellent as we could hear each other easily, (we had a large group). Highly recommended
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Aioli Bodega EspanolaPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Sacramento
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4.8

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