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Willow, Sacramento, CA

Willow

4.3
4.3
348 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Willow Restaurant & Bar invites you to indulge in a refined dining experience, through Southern Italian and Mediterranean Sea-inspired cuisine. Under the expert guidance of Executive Chef Scott Carr, Willow masterfully blends the decadence of house-made breads and pastas with the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean seafood and spices.

Located within The Exchange Sacramento, Curio Collection by Hilton, Willow is the perfect backdrop for a romantic date night dinner, festive celebrations, or a sophisticated company dinner. Conveniently situated Downtown Commons (DOCO) and old Town Sacramento, Willow is the premier destination for Happy Hour before heading to an event at Golden 1 Center. Join us for an evening of seasonal, handcrafted cocktails and a thoughtfully curated wine selection, and savor in the finest dining that Sacramento has to offer.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Breakfast, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–10:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 08:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Bar Daily 15:00–22:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (916) 938-8001
  • Website
    http://www.willowsacramento.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Willow's Private Dining Room is able to seat up to 16 people comfortably. Willow also offers semi-private dining options; Willow J Street which includes the private dining room seats up to 45 guests and Willow Ally which seats up to 30 guests. For buyout information, please see visit our website.
  • Private party contact
    Malik Washington: (916) 931-3307
  • Location
    1006 4th St, Sacramento, CA 95814-3303
  • Area
    Sacramento
  • Cross Street
    4th and J Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    We have two public parking lots located within just 1 block of Willow. Located @ 3rd street, Underneath I-5. The second lot is the DOCO parking lots. Ample space in both lots. We also offer valet parking for $10 per hour up to $40.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • DAOU Wine Dinner

    US$215.33 per person

    Prepaid

    11 Oct 2024 - 5 Dec 2024
    Step into an evening of elegance and culinary artistry at Willow Sacramento’s exclusive DAOU Wine Dinner. Experience a refined journey of flavor as Executive Chef Scott Carr and Sous Chef Jonathan Mullins present a masterfully curated 5-course menu, thoughtfully paired with the exceptional wines of DAOU Vineyards by wine experts Megan Brenan & Natalie Hawkins. DAOU, renowned for their craftsmanship from Paso Robles, offers wines that embody passion and precision. Savor the complexities of their signature Cabernets and the grace of their Chardonnays. Join us Thursday, December 5th, 2024 at 6:00 pm for an unforgettable evening of world-class wines and cuisine. For your convenience a 20% gratuity and the 8.75% sales tax have been included.
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What 348 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

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  • Sacramento

    Italian

  • Sacramento

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

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Willow offers a "lovely experience" with its inviting ambiance and exceptional service. Guests rave about the "amazing" bruschetta and arancini balls, while the pork loin and unique cocktails are also highlights. Despite occasional slow service, the staff is attentive, and the menu's creativity keeps diners returning.

348 Reviews

  1. Mike

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can’t say enough good things about our recent experience at Willow! From the moment we walked in, the warm, inviting atmosphere set the tone for an incredible evening. The highlight of my meal was the Crispy French Skin Chicken Breast, which was absolute perfection. The chicken was cooked to tender, juicy perfection with a wonderfully crispy skin, paired beautifully with the Yukon potato purée, tender carrots, and vibrant broccolini. The chicken jus tied it all together in a way that felt like comfort food elevated to fine dining. My wife had the meatballs appetizer, which were melt-in-your-mouth delicious, paired with perfectly baked focaccia with olive oil and balsamic that was a standout on its own. The seasonal cocktails were delicious—each sip was a masterclass in balance and flavor. The attention to detail in their drink menu rivals some of the best cocktail bars we’ve visited. Finally, the service was impeccable—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable without being intrusive. Every recommendation we received was spot-on. Willow is a true gem, and we can’t wait to return. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for exceptional food, drinks, and service!

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  2. Steven

    Orange County

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Truly poor execution and delivery of cuisine. Food lacked creativity, flavor, and was (overall) substandard. Three served items were not edible (beet salad was soaked in vinegar, cranberry compote was beyond tart and bitter, and asparagus was overcooked and mushy). Plating was also an afterthought, as was any additional asks (“fresh ground pepper” request was met with a small ramekin of ground pepper). Simple cooking basics were not met - including zero herbs and a dabs of gravy/or sauce that were lacking). A shoestring kitchen budget most likely (ingredients) - but an overpriced menu and cost to the consumer. Terribly disappointing.

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  3. Linda

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific ambiance and special occasion atmosphere; perfectly seasoned tasty food with just enough creativity to keep it interesting visually and flavor wise. The beet salad was to die for. The crab cake appetizer was just lightly crisp on the outside and moist and crabby inside.....a delight! Prime rib with demi glace was well cooked, and beefy in taste with heavenly buttermilk mashed potatoes and broccolini. Pecan Pie was hands down one of the best ever. Oh,...and the focaccia was a splendid treat: hearty in texture with a buttery crumb .....tasted like more! My companions enjoyed their crab stuffed salmon and turkey entree very much and loved their choices for the other courses. Service was friendly, engaging and first rate! We were well taken care of. This was a lovely Thanksgiving dinner! Highly recommend Willow. We'll be back and would like to try out lunch or brunch.

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  4. Kevin

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gabby was an excellent server 💯 Thank you to everyone for making Thanksgiving a wonderful experience 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

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  5. KEllYG

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was excellent, the food was disappointing. Caesar salad was basic and the dressing was bland. Bruschetta was very good. New York steaks were chewy, so clearly not a prime cut, which I expected at the high end price. Also covered in a teriyaki style sauce that was unappealing. The cheesecake was very good. The lemon cake was straight from a freezer, not good. Cocktail was very good.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Hasti

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a fantastic food experience, great service.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Joaquin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service. Ambiance beautiful. Food is ok and overpriced.

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  8. Doug

    Sacramento

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great, especially the Cioppino. Our waiter was very attentive. I don’t understand why it wasn’t very busy on a Friday night.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. David

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Very, very, very slow service on a day with only few tables to serve. Server mentioned staffing issues compared to her other job but that excuse was not valid considering how few of tables there were. Very strange… we were brought a tray of sodas that no one asked and almost expected to take them. 8 sodas that no one asked for. Seemed as though our orders were forgotten and this was an attempted make good. Would love to give the establishment more business but hard to trust it considering this isn’t the first time it’s been so slow. We were hosting a key partner for this meal and no one left happy.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Davide

    Central Coast

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, high standards service very attentive. I will back soon

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Willow is rated 4.3 stars by 348 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Willow

1006 4th St, Sacramento, CA 95814-3303

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    4th and J Street
  • Area
    Sacramento
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–10:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 08:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Bar Daily 15:00–22:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Breakfast, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    We have two public parking lots located within just 1 block of Willow. Located @ 3rd street, Underneath I-5. The second lot is the DOCO parking lots. Ample space in both lots. We also offer valet parking for $10 per hour up to $40.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.willowsacramento.com/
  • Phone number
    (916) 938-8001
  • Private party facilities
    Willow's Private Dining Room is able to seat up to 16 people comfortably. Willow also offers semi-private dining options; Willow J Street which includes the private dining room seats up to 45 guests and Willow Ally which seats up to 30 guests. For buyout information, please see visit our website.
  • Private party contact
    Malik Washington: (916) 931-3307
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