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Polanco Cantina, Sacramento, CA

Polanco Cantina

4.8
4.8
330 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
  • Lively
  • Kid-friendly
  • Great for creative cocktails
Polanco Cantina is a festive, contemporary Mexican restaurant and bar. Serving Mexican-inspired familiar favorites and celebrating the bounty of central California, Polanco is located in Downtown Commons, overlooking the Golden One Center.

Polanco Cantina, turns into a Late Night Lounge on Friday and Saturday nights from 11:00pm-1:45am, Cover Charge Applies

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary Latin
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (916) 536-7250
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    John Morales
  • Neighborhood
    Sacramento
  • Cross street
    5th Street
  • Parking details
    Free Parking - We validate at Central DOCO Parking lot for up to 90 minutes. Located underneath the Century Theater, east of 5th street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 330 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Hot spot

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Great for scenic views

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Lively

  • Sacramento

    Hot spot

  • Sacramento

    Great for scenic views

  • Sacramento

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
At Polanco Cantina, you'll find a vibrant atmosphere perfect for pre-event dining near Golden One Center. Praises for "fantastic wait staff," "delicious food and drinks," and "the best service" abound. While reservations can be challenging, the flavorful homemade chips and guacamole make planning ahead worthwhile. Ideal for fun outings.

330 Reviews
  1. Lakshmi

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Family friendly and tasty Mexican dishes. Drinks were top notch too.

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  2. Paul

    Sacramento

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first time to this restaurant and we were impressed and will be back. We had an early lunch seating prior to a Sacramento Kings game. Creative menu options that show talent in the kitchen and a thoughtful approach to Mexican cuisine throughout. High quality ingredients. Excellent guacamole and salsa compliment housemaid chips. Cocktail menu is top notch. Picante Margarita was a inner, and the spice level was balanced and the drink was a winner -- they had at least another 6-7 cocktail options that I look forward to trying on future visits. Restaurant was clean and well cared for; including the restrooms. I give an extra star for that. Friendly staff made a difference too. Overall, a solid destination for an enjoyable meal before any event at the Golden 1 Center.

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  3. Brenda

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, the atmosphere was good. The service was friendly.

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  4. Mary

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dustin was our waiter, very kind and attentive. Food came out timely and was delicious. Cadillac margaritas were awesome.

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  5. Steve

    Orange County

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Party of 8. Food was good. Our server / support. Ordered drinks - 7 out of 8 received. Food served - 7 out 8 received…last waited nearly 10 minutes before food was served. Ordered 4 more drinks…you guessed it, 3 out 4 served. Don’t know if we’ll be back.

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  6. Jeanette

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Super loud for families given the music volume. Food and service was fabulous.

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  7. Andrea

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the salsa sampler and brunch options. Definitely a chill vibe in the morning. Food is delicious and service is always attentive and kind. It’s a favorite of ours near the Golden One Center.

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  8. Veronica

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Server recommended the chicken tortilla soup excellent and piping hot! Skinny margaritas also great, good go to before Kings games the food at Polanco's outshine area food 10x over.

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  9. Angela

    VIP

    Sacramento

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best service! Everyone is very personable. Polanco’s has the tastiest homemade chips, salsa, and guacamole!

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  10. Jasmine

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a reservation for 4:45 before a concert and it was pretty quiet in there. Our waiter was very friendly and prompt about bringing our order and made sure to check in on us throughout our meal. I'll be back again. Thanks!

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FAQs

Polanco Cantina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (916) 536-7250.

Polanco Cantina is rated 4.8 stars by 330 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Polanco Cantina

414 K St Ste 240, Sacramento, CA 95814

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    5th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Sacramento
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Cocktail Bar, Contemporary Latin
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free Parking - We validate at Central DOCO Parking lot for up to 90 minutes. Located underneath the Century Theater, east of 5th street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Morales
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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