As America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital, Sacramento serves up flavors worth traveling for. Surrounded by 1.5 million acres of farms and ranches producing more than 160 crops, the city’s chefs, farmers, and artisans work together to create a dining scene unlike any other. From bustling farmers markets and hidden neighborhood gems to unforgettable Michelin-rated dining experiences, here’s your ultimate foodie itinerary for exploring the best bites, sips, and flavors this delicious city has to offer.
From Left to Right: Tower Cafe, SacTown Bites Food Tour, Clayon Club
Day 1:
Start your morning with a relaxed brunch at Tower Café, a Sacramento classic known for its globally inspired comfort food. Try their famous French toast or the eggs Benedict on cornbread.
In the afternoon, join a SacTown Bites Food Tour, a great way to explore new restaurants while learning about Sacramento’s farm-to-fork roots. You might even discover a hidden gem you’ll want to revisit later in your trip.
End your evening with handcrafted cocktails and skyline views at one of Sacramento’s rooftop bars like Clayton Club or Revival at the Sawyer — the perfect toast to the start of an unforgettable foodie weekend in Sacramento. If you’re still hungry after your food tour, both spots offer delicious farm-to-fork small bites to pair with your drink.
From Left to Right: Midtown Farmers Market, Bogle Family Vineyards, The Kitchen Restaurant
Day 2:
Start your day off at the Midtown Farmers Market, recently ranked the #1 farmers market in California and #3 in the nation by the American Farmland Trust. Stroll through streets filled with an abundance of fresh produce, local honey, artisanal breads, and handmade goods while meeting the farmers and makers who power Sacramento’s food scene. Grab a coffee from Temple Coffee Roasters, Pachamama Coffee, or The Mill to sip as you explore.
In the afternoon, take a scenic 20-minute drive south of downtown to Bogle Family Vineyards in Clarksburg. This family-owned winery offers tastings overlooking the vineyards and the Sacramento River Delta, where you can sip award-winning wines like Petite Sirah or Chardonnay while enjoying the peaceful countryside.
Return downtown for dinner at one of Sacramento’s Michelin-rated or Michelin-starred restaurants. Choose from one of the 13 Michelin-rated restaurants like Grange Restaurant & Bar, Canon, Ella Dining Room & Bar, or Camden Spit & Larder, or elevate your evening with a reservation at The Kitchen Restaurant or Localis, Sacramento’s two Michelin-starred dining experiences.
If you’re not ready to call it a night, enjoy a craft cocktail at The Snug or another glass of wine at one of downtown’s cozy wine bars like The Rind or Revolution Winery & Kitchen.
From Left to Right: Bacon & Butter, La Mini Birrieria, Gunther's Ice Cream
Day 3:
Start your final morning at Bacon & Butter, where everything from the biscuits to the pancakes is made from scratch using locally sourced ingredients.
For lunch, grab a bite at one of Sacramento’s hidden gems. La Mini Birrieria on Northgate Boulevard is known for its birria tacos and refreshing aguas frescas, while Pho Bac Hoa Viet on Stockton Boulevard is a longtime favorite serving steaming bowls of flavorful pho.
End your weekend on a sweet note with a visit to Gunther’s Ice Cream, a Sacramento staple since the 1940s. Be sure to try their famous 50/50, a perfect blend of ice cream and fruit freeze.
