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Restaurant Guide
Celebrate your wedding with your family and friends! Many special parties are traditionally held before the wedding day - bridal showers, engagement parties, bridesmaid luncheons, bachelor parties and rehearsal dinners.

Sacramento has many fine restaurants with banquet rooms that specialize in accomodating parties of ten or more. You're sure to find the perfect location for your pre-wedding day festivities here!
Buckhorn Steakhouse
Enjoy a reception or rehearsal dinner in our new private De Vilbiss Room. With its hand carved wooden bar, magnificent mirrors, chandeliers and imported furnishings, the De Vilbiss room offers a comfortable setting for 25-65 people. Enjoy entree selections from our award winning steakhouse menu. Let our professional event planners arrange everything you will need for your special event.
2 Main St., Winters • (530) 795-4503 • Visit our website
 
Café Americain
Café Americain specializes in intimate gourmet receptions, but the food and service aren't the only stars! Styled in Victorian grandeur, the restaurant features elegant furnishings and crystal chandeliers. Downstairs is the historic Crescent Club, a prohibition style speakeasy, and for outdoor events, the shaded Courtyard can accommodate up to 100 guests comfortably.
1023 Front Street, Old Sacramento • (916) 498-9098 • Visit our website
 
Courtyard D'Oro
Our delicious home made foods prepared and served in unique atmosphere, will make your rehearsal dinner, engagement party, wedding reception, business luncheon or just a quick lunch a wonderful memory. Courtyard D’oro offers a large banquet room tastefully designed reflecting the Old Sacramento charm and fabulous views of our brick courtyard.
1107 Front Street, Old Sacramento • (916) 552-2940 • Visit our website
 
David's Grill at Red Hawk Golf and Resort
David's Grill has spectacular scenic views of the 18th green of the Lakes Course that are visible from every seat in the house. Serving creative, healthy and quality menu items for breakfast, lunch and dinner. During the warmer months David's extends to our outdoor patio.
6600 N. Wingfield Parkway, Sparks, NV (775) 626-1000Visit our website
 
Dawson's
Classic food prepared in a comfortable and contemporary atmosphere. A lively restaurant and martini bar featuring comfort food such as steak, chops and fresh seafood. Our bartenders specialize in martinis both classic and modern.
1209 L Street, Sacramento • (916) 321-3600 • Visit our website
 
Frasinetti's Winery & Restaurant
This century old winery offers an elegant and romantic setting that bespeaks 100 years of past vintages and history. Begin your evening with a friendly wine tasting, followed by exciting Italian California cuisine for dinner. Groups from 15 to 175.
7395 Frasinetti Road, Sacramento • (916) 383-2444 • Visit our website
 
Granite Bay Golf Club
Custom private dining now in two exquisite banquet rooms. An atmosphere of intimate casual elegance, best describes rehearsal dinners at Granite Bay Golf Club. Our professional staff will anticipate your needs, and exceed your expectations.
9600 Golf Club Drive, Granite Bay • (916) 791-7578 • Visit our website
 

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La Provence Restaurant & Terrace
Relaxed Provençal cuisine. Surrounded by open space, gardens and creekside terrace. The intimacy of the Private Dining Room affords perfect views of the sunset with full state of the art multi-media room with 9' screen. Welcome rehearsal dinners, weddings, receptions and corporate parties.
110 Diamond Creek Place, Roseville • (916) 789-2002 • Visit our websiteEmail us
 
Lucca
Comfortable and inviting, Lucca Restaurant is nestled between Mid-town and Downtown Sacramento offering a California Mediterranean influenced menu. Our large banquet room is elegant with long mirrors adorning the walls and our outdoor covered patio is beautiful with waterfalls and fireplace—perfect for any season!
1615 J St., Sacramento • (916) 669-5300 • Visit our website
 
MacKenzie's Sports Bar & Grille
Opening in March of 2003, MacKenzie's at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex seats 112 indoors and 70 outside on the patio. With an expanded menu and 15 microbrew beers on tap, you are sure to find exactly what you need.
3645 Fulton Ave., Sacramento • (916) 870-8597 • Visit our website
 
Mangos Restaurant at Arden Hills
Step into a lush island oasis and celebrate your big day among palm trees, waterfalls, exotic flowers and succulent tropical cuisine. Enjoy unique menu options from Executive Chef Obadiah Huetter inspired by healthful foods from Asia, the Pacific Islands and the Caribbean. You don’t have to leave town to leave the world behind.
1220 Arden Hills Lane, Sacramento • (916) 482-6111 • Visit our website
 

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Murphy's Irish Pub, Restaurant & Catering
Murphy’s Irish Pub is full of original Irish memorabilia. Its cozy, warm ambience feels like you are stepping back in time and in fact are in Ireland. The owner is Irish which completes the real surroundings. Lovely private rooms matched with the freshest food and service.
787 Emerald Bay Rd., So. Lake Tahoe • (530) 544-8004 • Visit our website
 
Pilothouse Restaurant
The famous Riverboat Delta King of the 20's is beautifully restored and converted to an upscale hotel with a restaurant, entertainment, lounge, theatre and meeting and banquet facilities. Open 7 days a week.
1000 Front Street, Sacramento • (916) 441-4440 • Visit our website
 
Pyramid Alehouse
From rehearsal dinners to engagement parties and full wedding receptions, Pyramid Alehouse, brewery and restaurant, with its unique décor, professional staff, succulent cuisine and award winning brews, will provide you and your special guests with cherished moments and wonderful memories.
1029 K Street, Sacramento • (916) 498-9800 • Visit our website
 
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
Ruth's Chris Steak House provides the perfect setting for your special day. Let us cater your event anywhere you like using our off-site catering services. Ruth's Chris will bring the service, expertise and flavor your special day deserves. Or let us treat you and your guests to an unforgettable experience by hosting your event in one of our private dining spaces.
In the Westfield Galleria, Roseville • (916) 780-6910 • Visit our website
 

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Tower Bridge Bistro
Tower Bridge Bistro at the Embassy Suites Hotel invites you to dine in an atmosphere of Tuscan charm overlooking the Riverfront Promenade and Tower Bridge. Savor New American Cuisine with a whimsical twist in our waterfront dining room or in our casual Marketplace, which features an open kitchen including a brick pizza oven. We offer outdoor dining, and a lot more.
100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento • (916) 326-5050 • Visit our website
 
Valley View Grill
The Valley View Grill at Auburn Valley Golf Club is the place for that "special occasion". Exquisite cuisine, a friendly staff and panoramic views are all part of the package. You owe it to yourself to experience the finest dining in the Sierra foothills.
8800 Auburn Valley Rd., Auburn, CA • (530) 269-27750 • Visit our website
 
Whitney Oaks Golf Club
Our beautiful clubhouse offers dining with exquisite views, outstanding service, and delicious food. Whether you're looking for casual dining, an intimate rehearsal dinner, or a large reception, the Whitney Oaks Golf Club will anticipate your needs and make your experience a wonderful memory.
2305 Clubhouse Drive, Rocklin • (916) 632-8333 • Visit our website
 
Zócalo
Private dining is available daily in our elegant Morelia Room. We invite you to host your event here and enjoy Zócalo's relaxed setting, great service and the best regional Mexican cuisine in Sacramento. We offer Mexico's finest tequilas and an extensive wine list. Perfect for rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries and more. Truly a great time awaits. Valet parking available.
1801 Capitol Avenue., Sacramento • (916) 441-0303 • Visit our websiteEmail us
 

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