Best Date Night Restaurants in Arden-Arcade

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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Sacramento

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Arden FairCitrus HeightsElk GroveFair OaksMidtownNorth Natomas

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Zinfandel Grille - Sacramento

4.7

Exceptional(2732)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Sacramento

Booked 25 times today

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.

2. Allora

4.8

Exceptional(2695)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Sacramento

Booked 18 times today

Allora is modern Italian dining in East Sacramento. Offering 3 ($95), 4 ($125), & 5 ($155) course prix fixe experiences, highlighting the regions finest seasonal ingredients. Blending new and classic Italian cuisine, Allora's menus feature fresh seafood, premium meats, handmade pasta, and locally sourced produce with a clean modern aesthetic, and a curated Italian-inspired wine list and bar program. Also proudly offering vegan and vegetarian menus to ensure every guest enjoys a thoughtfully crafted meal.Guest Information23% service charge appliesPlease review our cancellation & no-show policyDining with children under 8 is not recommendedAll guests require a reserved seatAudible devices are not allowed in the dining roomPlease note dietary restrictions/allergiesHoliday pricing & policies may varyRecognized by Michelin, Wine Spectator, and DiRōNA, Allora is a premier fine dining destination in Sacramento, known for its exceptional cuisine, service, and wine program.

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3. Prelude Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(910)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sacramento

Booked 22 times today

Prelude Kitchen & Bar is Restaurant located in Downtown Sacramento that serves Modern American, Farm to Fork cuisine. Our Chefs work directly with local Sacramento Farmers to source local ingredients for each dish. We believe food and dining is more than sustenance, it's a connection between guests, chefs, farmers, and the nature that surrounds us. Our menu is crafted from scratch, ensuring that every bite resonates with exceptional taste, genuine flavor, and fine dining quality. Prelude Kitchen & Bar is conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Sacramento next to the Crest Theater, Golden One Center, State Capitol, SAFE Credit Union Convention Center and Performing Arts Center. We offer validated parking at Capitol Garage located directly across the restaurant.

4. Mattone

4.8

Exceptional(277)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Sacramento

Booked 24 times today

Mattone means brick in Italian.We build our foundation on fresh house made pasta, local produce, meat & cheeses.Our base is Italian, but our chef has flair for the unexpected & worldly.Join us for cocktails, wine, beer, & friendly atmosphere.

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5. Piatti - Sacramento

4.8

Exceptional(2098)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Sacramento

Booked 26 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.

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6. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Sacramento

4.5

Awesome(2744)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Sacramento

Booked 46 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Sacramento is perfect for a date night, as described by several reviewers. It offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with superb service and an amazing selection of USDA Prime beef, fresh seafood and homemade desserts. Many patrons have celebrated special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries here, and have even been treated to complimentary desserts and red rose petals on the table.

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7. Ella Dining Room and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(5408)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sacramento

Booked 38 times today

Located in America's Farm to Fork Capital. In the heart of Downtown, the family behind The Kitchen and Selland's Market Café brings you the region’s most relaxed and elegant destination, Ella Dining Room and Bar. Ella offers warm, welcoming ambiance in an inspiring space that evokes effortless European rustic luxury. The environment is modern yet timeless, dramatic yet comforting. Ella brings together the finest quality ingredients from this bountiful region to create authentic and honest fine food that nourishes body and soul. Chef and Owner Randall Selland and family invite you to savor the joys of friends, family, and great food and wine. Service is gracious and refined. Ella has signature handcrafted cocktails, an eclectic and impressive wine list, and a fresh seafood bar. We specialize in Private Parties. Perfect for business lunches, celebration dinners, and everyday enjoyment. Walking distance from Convention Center, Capitol, theaters, and hotels.

8. Canon

4.7

Exceptional(2085)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sacramento

Booked 36 times today

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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9. Plan B - ARDEN TOWN

4.8

Exceptional(787)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Sacramento

Booked 24 times today

Celebrating our 14th year serving southern French fare with Mediterranean influences including Mussels & Pommes Frites offered 6 ways. Black board specials include:Rack of LambFilet MignonFish and Meat specialsPasta, Risotto and Gnocchi Specials

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10. Seasons 52 - Sacramento

4.7

Exceptional(3517)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Arden Fair

Booked 30 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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TroyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was really good. Don gave us great service. Definitely will be going back.
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Zinfandel Grille - SacramentoPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Sacramento
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4.7
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JodiHVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our first time here. Very lovely restaurant and our waiter Jake was very fun and friendly.
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Prelude Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Sacramento
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Even though the volume was high due to a private event, the service alone was worth the visit. Interesting craft cocktails and a well imagined and prepared meal make Ella’s a stand out @ the capital.
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Ella Dining Room and BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sacramento
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4.7
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TomB
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent food, service and we would return again. The additional fee for health and wellness was inappropriate and I was told it was correct. My information said otherwise.
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CanonPrice: Expensive• American• Sacramento
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4.7
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ToluA
Dallas - Fort Worth •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 7, 2025
I got the five course meal. It was pretty good. The portions sizes are decent sizes so I’d recommend getting the 3 or 4 course instead. I was was full by plate 3.
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AlloraPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Sacramento
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4.8

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