A chef prepares a sandwich at Juno’s Kitchen. Photo via junoskitchen.com.
Looking for a delicious local restaurant with the intimate setting to make you feel right at home? Then you certainly will not want to miss these little Sacramento favorites. Despite their physical tininess, these restaurants prove they’ve got the food to make them stand up and out, all the while providing you with a comfortable place to eat, drink, and relax.
Café Rolle (5357 H Street): Who knew there was a little piece of Paris situated in East Sac? At this small restaurant you’ll find all the intimacy of a true French café, along with delicious authentic eats served by owner, chef, and France native William Rolle. And for your trip to France I can suggest none other than the traditional French favorite Croque Monsieur (ham and cheese sandwich), which will satisfy any appetite and have you speaking French before you know it.
Juno’s Kitchen (3675 J Street): Take exciting, unique food and a comfortable ambience and you have Juno’s Kitchen. While the restaurant holds few tables inside, the real pleasure comes from dining outdoors which makes for a great eating experience in the Sacramento summer, and if you’re lucky you may just spot owner Mark Helms’ dog Juno. A couple of my personal favorites are the Grilled Chicken Sandwich and the Banh Mi, made with fresh in-store-baked bread, making for a meal that can’t be beat.
Kru (2516 J Street): If you’re like me and always on the lookout for a good sushi restaurant then look no further! Kru is a small and trendy Japanese style restaurant giving their unique take on traditional Japanese cuisine, from sushi and hand rolls to beef, chicken, and pork plates galore. Whether you like their delicious sesame chicken or the delectable spicy tuna Krazy Kali roll you’re sure to have found a great comfortable restaurant for any night out.
Shoki I/Shoki II Ramen House (2675 24th Street & 1201 R Street): You can truly never have enough noodles, which is why the owners of Shoki Ramen House decided to open a second location. No matter which restaurant you go to you’ll find a warm setting, complete with mouthwatering ramen made any way you like. If you’re looking for a little spice with your noodles then I suggest Tsuke Men, with just the right amount of flavor and kick you may want to try all the noodles!
From French to American to Asian-inspired cuisine these little Sacramento restaurants prove they are small yet mighty, and while the restaurant itself may not grow the success of these eateries surely will. Try one out before your next night on the town!
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