Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in North Highlands

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1. Shangri-la Fair Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(37)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Fair Oaks

Booked 10 times today

Reflecting the charm of its surrounding neighborhood, Shangri-la is a distinctive space in Fair Oaks that serves seasonal, contemporary American fare, along with handcrafted cocktails in a unique setting. With modernist architectural design, fire pits and classic cocktails from an indoor/outdoor bar, Shangri-la is a full-service restaurant and private events venue that feels like a Palm Springs resort. We have two beautiful indoor dining rooms as well as a 6,500 sq. foot patio featuring bocce ball (adults only) and corn hole (all ages) and full-service seating inside and outside. (Voted Best patio and Best restaurant by Sac Magazine). Well behaved pups are also welcome on our patio when weather permits.Come visit us, and enjoy an escape from it all!

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2. Fabian's Italian Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(1911)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fair Oaks

Voted Best Italian Restaurant in Sacramento! Fabian's Italian Bistro serves locally sourced ingredients crafted into classic Italian dinners, lunches and brunches. On the weekend, you can enjoy brunch with classic eggs benedict, avocado toast or even the "chef's mess". At dinner or lunch service, take a peek at the special wine and cocktail menu, which is filled with both local and imported options.Fabian’s Italian Bistro is worth checking out any day, but if you happen to be in the neighborhood on Tuesday or Wednesday, you’re in for a treat. Tasting Tuesday dinners include an ever-changing special tasting menu, where you can try smoked pork, scallops, pork tenderloin, polenta, squid ink spaghetti and more. Wednesdays at Fabian’s Italian Bistro feature select house favorite wines for half price, plus they allow you to bring your own bottle with no corkage.

3. Paragary's

4.7

Exceptional(3505)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Sacramento

Booked 49 times today

Paragary’s is a lively neighborhood restaurant with modern California flair, located in the heart of Midtown, Sacramento. The menu and bar program are dictated by the seasonal bounty of the Sacramento region. Originally established in 1983, the restaurant underwent an extensive remodel in 2015, combining both modern and traditional elements to create a relaxed, timeless environment that lets the food and drinks take center stage. The light and airy interior opens up to the renowned dining patio that features waterfalls, 60 year-old olive trees and a large fireplace.

4. Allora

4.9

Exceptional(2635)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Sacramento

A Michelin recognized, modern Italian seafood restaurant in the heart of East Sacramento. Allora offers a four-course dining experience. Advanced Sommelier Elizabeth-Rose Mandalou and Executive Chef Deneb Williams invite you to enjoy this modern approach to dining; encompassing the best of Sacramento produce with new and classic Italian cuisine. Expert culinary craftsmanship showcasing fresh seafood & handmade pasta are creatively paired with a one-of-a-kind Italian inspired wine list and Italian-centric bar. Allora is a pause in the conversation; a moment between moments... Enjoy yours.* 23% service charge *Please note our cancellation and no-show policy*Dining with children under 8 is not permitted, all guests require a reserved seat and audible devices are not allowed in the dining room.*Please include any dietary restrictions/allergies you may have

5. Canon

4.7

Exceptional(2039)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sacramento

Michelin Guide rated neighborhood restaurant with creative and shareable cuisine and a year-round patio."With a clear vision, a striking aesthetic and distinctive, mouthwatering flavors, Canon restaurant in East Sacramento is a stellar and welcome addition to the city’s dining scene." - 4-Stars, Sacramento Bee "Find the convivial Canon sequestered away from the downtown bustle. This cool space that contrasts deep tones against bright whites is enveloped by the aromatic smell of smoke, so it’s no surprise that the house is packed most nights. Chef Brad Cecchi is the culinary mastermind and his menu is pivoted around playful small plates." - Michelin GuideCanon is committed to a healthy and productive workplace. A 4% service fee is added to dine-in bills to help cover the cost of employee health and wellness benefits and to provide a kitchen equity stipend to our back-of-house staff.

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6. Piatti - Sacramento

4.8

Exceptional(2069)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sacramento

Booked 28 times today

Established in 1987, Piatti offers finely crafted fresh Italian cuisine. The soul of the menu is our housemade pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand everyday. Offering a fresh take on the neighborhood Italian trattoria, Piatti combines a warm, inviting atmosphere, seamless service and an immersive market experience so you can enjoy Piatti at home. Whether dining in or taking home, Piatti brings friends and family together.

7. Zocalo Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(2807)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Sacramento

Booked 43 times today

Kid and walk-in friendly, great for groups, and a celebration destination known for its fine Mexican cuisine, happy hour, and craft cocktails—Zocalo has been a staple of the Midtown and Sacramento dining scene for over twelve years. Offered in a beautifully refurbished 1920s automobile dealership decorated with original artwork from Tlaquepaque, Mexico—Zocalo’s warm hospitality, fresh regional Mexican food, private dining, and commitment to customer service are designed to transform the ordinary act of eating into an extraordinary and memorable experience.

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8. Zinfandel Grille - Sacramento

4.7

Exceptional(2697)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Sacramento

Experience the art of farm-to-fork dining at its finest: savor house-made pasta, wood-fired oven pizza, and dishes crafted with love over open flames. Celebrate the vibrant flavors of seasonal, local, California bounty, and raise a glass to our inspired craft cocktails and fine wines.

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9. The Firehouse Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(5601)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sacramento

Booked 38 times today

The splendid ambiance of The Firehouse is enhanced by its reputation for excellence in food, wine and hospitality. The most award-winning restaurant in Sacramento, The Firehouse has earned the "Best of Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator magazine every year since 2002. Most recently, The Firehouse became only the 2nd restaurant in Sacramento to receive a 2024 DiRōNA Award, along with multiple OpenTable Diners' Choice Awards. The Firehouse has been rated in Zagat's Top 100, and has also been the recipient of the "Award of Unique Distinction" and "America's Best 100 Wine Restaurants" from Wine Enthusiast.

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10. Paul Martin's American Grill - Roseville

4.5

Awesome(5544)

Price: Moderate

• American • Roseville

Booked 57 times today

Taste the difference high-quality ingredients make in every succulent bite of our hand-cut filet mignon, signature “brick” chicken, or sustainable cedar plank steelhead served at Paul Martin’s American Grill in Roseville. Located in Stone Point, an outdoor shopping plaza within the Sacramento metropolitan area, we serve classic American fare set to a higher standard. Our polished yet welcoming dining room is ideal for business lunches, special occasions, or date nights.

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David
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We love Fabian’s and always enjoy the outdoor patio if the weather permits it? The menu is always exciting, especially with the specials, along with a wonderful wine list. Great service and ambience. We love it! David Dellinger
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Fabian's Italian BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fair Oaks
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4.6
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Bob
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a great experience at Canon. It is a special treat for us and it did not disappoint. The squash small plate was the hit of the night. Delicious.
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CanonPrice: Expensive• American• Sacramento
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4.7
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ChrisVIP
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •428 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Environment is elegant but not stuffy. Service is superior. Our server invested time early on explaining the menu in detail which was very helpful. Pace of the four course dinner was relaxed but not too slow. The food was amazing and Allora clearly deserves its stellar reputation.
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AlloraPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Sacramento
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4.9
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Nancy
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Paragary's has been a family tradition for special occasions (as well as casual dining) because of their excellence for decades. Tonight was my father's 96th birthday, the first birthday without the 'love of his life' (mom, married almost 70 years passed in June). We went to celebrate both his birth and the many treasured times we shared. Our server was as sweet as can be, knowledgeable, personable, and efficient. Our food was outstanding and dad's special birthday desert delicious. We will continue to share our special times at Paragary's.
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Paragary'sPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Sacramento
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4.7
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Nanci
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Our server was excellent, and so was the food and ambience. I can’t wait to come back in the summer time.
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Shangri-la Fair OaksPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Fair Oaks
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4.7

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Shangri-la Fair Oaks

2. Fabian's Italian Bistro

3. Paragary's

4. Allora

5. Canon

6. Piatti - Sacramento

7. Zocalo Midtown

8. Zinfandel Grille - Sacramento

9. The Firehouse Restaurant

10. Paul Martin's American Grill - Roseville

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