Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Sacramento / Sacramento Valley
  4. Sacramento
  5. Sacramento
Prelude Kitchen & Bar, Sacramento, CA

Prelude Kitchen & Bar

4.6
4.6
870 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 53 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Unspecified, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (916) 898-1071
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tom Patterson
  • Neighborhood
    Sacramento
  • Cross street
    11th and L Street. Street parking, public garage, and valet some nights.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 🚨 Valentine's Day 4 Course Dinner

    $135.94 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    👉 4 Course Dinner for a Truly Special Experience 👉 Indulge in Luxury with Dry Aged Ribeye, Ora King Salmon, Mushroom Lasagna 👉 Limited Availability, Reservations Required Celebrate Valentine's Day with an Incredible 4 Course Dinner at Prelude Kitchen & Bar. Reservations are Limited and Will Sell Out. Make Your Reservation Now to Secure Your Spot. View the full menu at: https://preluderestaurant.com/valentines-day-2023-menu/

What 870 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Sacramento

    Great for scenic views

  • Sacramento

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Prelude Kitchen & Bar offers a "warm and inviting atmosphere" with "fantastic service" and "delicious food." The menu features standout dishes like the short ribs and scallops, complemented by "superb" cocktails. Ideal for special occasions, the restaurant is praised for its "attentive staff" and "beautiful presentation," making it a memorable dining experience.

870 Reviews
  1. Tai

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent. The pork chop was one of the best we have ever had. The polenta with Gouda was so rush and creamy I wished I had more. The service was great and we had a wonderful experience.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Youmna

    VIP

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was great. Was great for large party business dinner. Food was salty and some ingredients were hard to taste (I got filet mignon with mustard, and didn’t taste any mustard).

    Is this helpful?

  3. Roxanne

    Sacramento

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff was particularly attentive, wanting to ensure that we had a good experience, and enjoyed the food. It was a pleasure!

    Is this helpful?

  4. Steve

    VIP

    Sacramento

    113 reviews

    5.0

    113 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was really tasty. Hadn't been here before and didn't know it existed until I did a map search for restaurants near the community center theater. We ate before a show. They have a nice wine list including a Chablis by the glass. That was a plus. The waiter asked whether we were going to the show and paced the dinner so that we were able to get in dessert and also make the show. Appreciated that. It was a good experience. We'll be back.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Alice

    Tahoe

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was our wedding anniversary and it did feel special. Erica was a very attentive server in just the right way. It was our first time coming. We enjoyed the food and drinks very much.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Kris

    Sacramento

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Very busy night. We had a show to go to and we had to really push to get out food out in time, was rushed. Took 15 mins to get our drinks and then an additional 10 to get our orders placed. It might have just been a busy night. Not always like that

    Is this helpful?

  7. Abdulsalam

    VIP

    Italy

    21 reviews

    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A family new year dinner was beautiful at Prelude, we arrived earlier and was seated in the beautiful waiting area near the fireplace, the host was friendly and the server was super helpful and friendly, the food was great full of taste and freshness.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Mark

    Sacramento

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a must try resteraunt. We enjoyed the food and service was amazing.

    Is this helpful?

  9. David

    Sacramento

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was another delicious meal. The service was great. We'll be back.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Lourdes

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was there with my son, my friend and her daughter. Our kids have been friends since elementary school just as long as we have been friends. We were celebrating friendship, and the holidays and Prelude was just the place to do that. The food, drinks and ambiance was superb. My friend’s daughter is vegetarian and she was satisfied with a delicious beat salad! I was delighted with the filet mignon. I have to say this is an outstanding and restaurant. I have been here a few times and I always leave satisfied knowing I want to return. Superb!

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Prelude Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 870 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 53 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Prelude Kitchen & Bar

1117 11th St., Sacramento, CA 95814

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    11th and L Street. Street parking, public garage, and valet some nights.
  • Neighborhood
    Sacramento
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Unspecified, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tom Patterson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo