Best Bars in Downtown Sacramento
The Shady Lady Saloon
Google: 4.5 stars, 1499 reviews.
https://www.shadyladybar.com/menu/lunch-dinner
Phone: (916) 231-9121
Address: 1409 R St, Sacramento, CA 95811
Service Options: Dine-in Available, Now Offering to-go food and cocktails, No delivery
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Wednesday 3 PM – 12 AM
Thursday-Friday 3 PM – 1:30 AM
Saturday – Sunday 10 AM – 12 AM
HAPPY HOUR:
Monday – Friday 3 PM – 6 PM
BRUNCH:
Saturday – Sunday 10 M – 3 PM
The Shady Lady Saloon has a really awesome ambiance with the decor, lighting and the live music. It’s perfect for a romantic date night or really any night out. We love coming here for the cocktails, I always like to ask the bartenders for some help choosing a nice drink and they have yet to let me down.
The Shady Lady really shines when it comes to the drinks but the food here is pretty good. If you’re hungry I recommend going for the tacos or one of the burger options. Those seem to be the favorites in our group of friends.
Try to come during happy hour because the deals are worth it. Be aware that it gets really busy during the weekends so if you are a large group I recommend getting here a bit early.
Pros: The Shady Lady is one of the top 25 “Best Bars in America” – Esquire
Artisan cocktails, gourmet food, live music 5 nights a week, starting at 9 PM, brings you back to the 20’s, modern speakeasy, vintage vibes
Cons: It can get busy and loud, so if you want a seat be sure to get there early, and be prepared to wait at the bar for a while. Cocktails are on the pricier side.
The Snug
Google: 4.7 stars, 210 reviews.
https://www.snugca.com/
Phone: NO PHONE NUMBER DISCLOSED
Address: 1800 15th St, Sacramento, CA
Service Options: Indoor and Outdoor Seating, Patio Heaters Outside, Cocktail bar, DJ
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Sunday 4 PM – 2 AM
Pros: Craft cocktails, Knowledgeable BarStaff, Great Service, Close to Ace of Spades,
Speakeasy/Gentleman’s Bar type feel, Good Ambience
Cons: Can be cramped, especially after 7PM, No Happy Hour, No Food Available, but close to food and outside food is allowed and encouraged (Close to Mas Taco)
B-Side
Google: 4.5 stars, 383 reviews.
https://www.b-sidesacramento.com/
Phone: (916) 706-1830
Address: 1430 S St, Sacramento, CA 95811
Service Options: Dive Bar, Indoor and Outdoor Seating, No Takeout, No Delivery
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Sunday 12 PM – 2 AM
Pros: Reasonably Priced Drinks, 70’s Retro Vibe, Theme Nights, Live DJ, No Cover Charge, Uses Vinyl Records for Music, Keep up with events on Instagram
Cons: No Food but close to Food Trucks, can be Loud and hard to have conversations, especially evenings and weekends
The Roost
Google: 5.0 stars 4 reviews.
https://www.theroost916.com/
Phone: NO PHONE NUMBER
Contact: hello@theroost916.com.
Address:1409 R St Ste 102, Sacramento, CA 95811
Service Options: Speakeasy Style Cocktail Bar, no Takeout, no Delivery
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Tuesday – CLOSED
Wednesday – Thursday – 5 PM – 10 PM
Friday – Saturday – 5 PM – 12 AM
Sunday – 5 PM – 10 PM
Pros: Great Cocktails, around the world or through the ages, wonderful atmosphere, Friendly staff, amazing whiskey selection
Cons: Reservations Highly Encouraged, Limited walk-in spots available, $20 Reservation, Deposit required, can be made for bar room, or bar top, pricey drinks, but many say the price is worth it.
Bottle and Barlow
Google: 4.5 stars, 426 reviews.
https://bottleandbarlow.com/
Phone: (916) 379 – 7719
Address: 1120 R Street Sacramento, CA
Service Options: Bar and Barbershop, Dine-in, Takeout, No Delivery
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Thursday – 4 PM – 12 AM
Friday – 4 PM – 2 AM
Saturday – 12 PM – 2 AM
Sunday – 12 PM – 12 AM
HAPPY HOUR
Monday – Friday – 4 PM – 7 PM
BARBERSHOP
Tuesday – Saturday – 10 AM – 8 PM
Pros: nice cocktails, good beer selection, good vibes, lower energy, not as loud as other bars
Cons: Snacks (nachos and popcorn) available, but no food, Food is allowed to be brought in – nice restaurants nearby, 21 and over, doesn’t cut children’s hair
TenTen
Google: 4.5 stars 255 reviews.
https://tentenroom.com/
Phone: (916) 272-2888
Address: 1010 10th St, Sacramento, CA 95814
Service Options: Cocktail Bar, Food Available, Dine-in, No Delivery
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday – Saturday – 4 PM – 2 AM
Sunday – Monday – CLOSED
Pros: Super nice and knowledgeable staff, they are happy to make you a surprise drink, just tell them your choice of alcohol and flavor and they will surprise you, and you won’t be disappointed, just be aware that they don’t always have tons of time to experiment when they are busy, tasty food, 1950’s vibe, dark ambience, photos of neighboring restaurant owners and friends are displayed on the wall in one of the booths, good food available
Cons: Very Busy Thursday Through Saturday, Small Place, not a lot of seating, so get there early to get a seat, or come on an off day to enjoy a more chill vibe and get to talk with the Barstaff, can feel really loud really quick because of how small it is
Revival
Google: 4.4 stars 430 reviews.
https://www.revivalsacramento.com/
Phone:(916) 545-7111
Address: 500 J St, Sacramento, CA 95814
Service Options: Dine-in, Takeout
Hours of Operation:
Dinner:
SU – TH 4PM – 9PM
F – SA 4PM – 10:30PM
Bar:
SU – TH 4PM – 10PM
F – SA 4PM – 12AM
Happy hour:
Monday – Thursday – 4 PM – 7 PM
ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR EVERY SUNDAY – 4 PM – 10 PM
HAPPY HOUR POST KINGS HOME GAME WIN – till close
INDUSTRY NIGHT – EVERY MONDAY – 5 PM – 9 PM
PINK WEDNESDAYS (LGBTQ NIGHT) – 4 PM – 10 PM
VINYL NIGHT – EVERY THURSDAY – 7 PM – 10 PM
½ PRICED BOTTLES OF WINE EVERY TUESDAY
Pros: Poolside Lounge, Rooftop Bar, Craft cocktails, Gourmet Bar bites, Pool Tables and Darts Available, Poolside cabanas available by reservation, good service, good food, great ambience, good vibes, swanky, great views, on top of the Sawyer Hotel, Great place to rent for private parties.
Cons: Drinks served in plasticware since there is a pool nearby, From their website: All attire is welcome with the exception of flip flops, baseball hats, beanies, ripped or baggy clothing, sweatshirts, sports apparel, tank tops, hiking boots, and athletic shoes such as basketball and running shoes.
Dive Bar
Google: 4.1 stars 1351 reviews.
https://www.divebarsacramento.com/
Phone: (916) 476 – 3913
Address: 1016 K St, Sacramento, CA 95814
Service Options: Drinks!
Hours of Operation:
DAILY – 1 PM – 2 AM
HAPPY HOUR DRINKS – 1 PM – 6 PM
HAPPY HOUR FOOD – 3 PM – 6 PM
Throwback Thursdays every Thursday (80’s-90’s themes music)
Mermaid swim times:
wed/thurs/sun 9:30 PM and 10:30 PM
fri/sat 9:30 PM 10:30 PM 11:30 PM and 12:30
Dress Code: Dress to impress!! Please avoid anything that can be considered sportswear (Track Jackets, Jerseys, Hats, Athletic Shoes, etc.)
Pros: tank with live mermaids and mermen swimming around above you, Drinks specials on Kings game nights, great service, energetic environment
Cons: Bad press a few years ago for having girls drinks being roofied by bartenders..? Lots of people were boycotting it for a while, but no recent negative reviews. Must have been addressed.. Can be Loud and Crowded.
Darling Aviary
Google: 4.1 stars 97reviews.
https://www.darlingaviary.com/
Phone: (916) 758-5715
Address:712 K St, Sacramento, CA 95814
Service Options: rooftop bar, dine-in, curbside pickup, no contact delivery
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Wednesday – CLOSED
Thursday – Friday – 4 PM – 1:30 AM
Saturday – Sunday – 1 PM – 1:30 AM
Pros: Rooftop bar, lovely views of downtown, great service even when crowded, edible flower cocktails are beautiful and delicious, strong cocktails worth the money, unique atmosphere
Cons: wait time for the roof can be long (about an hour or so) so be prepared to wait, drinks and menu are a little pricey and limited (only burgers and fries, but the fries and the accompanying sauces are delicious)
Coin Op Game Room
Google: 4.4 stars 2400 reviews.
https://coinopsac.com/
Phone: 916 – 661 – 6983
Address: 908 K Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Service Options: Food and Drinks Dine In, Large Outdoor Patio Area, not covered
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Thursday – 4 PM – 12 AM
Friday – Saturday – 4 PM – 2 AM
Sunday – 4 PM – 12 AM
HAPPY HOUR:
Monday, Thursday, Friday – 4 PM – 7 PM
Industry Night:
Mondays
Pros: Free Play, every last Sunday of the Month! Fun arcade themed cocktails, delicious bar food, great for going back in time.
Cons: Some of the machines aren’t kept up with that well, a few eat quarters and a few were glitchy, but that’s sort of to be expected with retro games, and the staff is happy to help if you need it.