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Adventures in Sacramento
Restaurants/businesses I visited in May 2011
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Michaels 3-Sterne-Beitrag: If you're looking for some discounted prices or good deals, then I think a stop at these premium outlets is worth your time. I was impressed with the selection of stores at this outlet location which include Gap, Banana Republic, Aldo, Fossil, Puma, Skechers, and Bath & Body Works to name a few. The outlet is divided into east and west plazas, and I would highly recommend taking a look at the center map online or at one of the information displays at the outlet. I think this will help you decide where and what stores you want to go to instead of driving around to each of the plazas and seeing what they have. I shopped at both the Gap and Bath & Body works outlet and each store had pretty good sales. Bottom Line: Worth your time if you've got some. -
Michaels 4-Sterne-Beitrag: I think this place has something that people of all ages will come to enjoy. Truthfully, I wasn't sure what to expect, but overall I had a wonderful time and visit. I think what was most enjoyable for me was being able to physically view and board the trains up close. Visiting the museum not only provides a hands-on experience by allowing visitors to board the trains, but an educational one as well. Case in point: While on board the mail train, the museum docent gave a short yet informational lecture on the importance and duty of trains assigned to transport mail. We later found out he was born and lived in Hawaii until he was 18 years old! It's a small world indeed. Bottom Line: A museum that will provide an unique and educational experience for all ages. Perfect for families. -
Michaels 4-Sterne-Beitrag: Surprisingly I found that I liked this place for the most part. But truthfully, the female bartender really made the experience enjoyable! She was just really social, friendly, and outgoing! We also played a game of pool at 1 of the 2 tables in the back of the saloon. And one of the best parts of the visit was that she introduced my cousin and I to sarsaparilla.....and surprisingly we found that we liked it a lot! Overall, just a great place to have a drink and relax for a break during sight-seeing in Old Sac Town. -
Michaels 4-Sterne-Beitrag: I was SO impressed with this place! I truly don't understand why this place only has 3 stars. My cousin who recently moved to Sacramento suggested this place after my brother and I told her we wanted a "snack" mid-afternoon. Since we had eaten a late breakfast and had already planned out the places we went to hit later for dinner and drinks, we didn't want standard lunch portions. The happy hour at Sapporo Grill turned out to be just the cure for our snack-sized cravings. Please see www.sapporogrill.com for full details on their location, menu, and happy hour. We went on a weekday where their happy hour is from 2-6pm. The place was pretty empty when we arrived shortly after 3pm, and my cousin informed us that it usually fills up after 4pm when all of the state workers finish for the day. We wanted to sit outside, and although there were no chairs at the outside tables, the server readily accommodated our request. After looking through the happy hour menu, we decided to order the spicy king roll, sac state roll, and the SA's pepperfin. My brother ordered a draft on special and I ordered a glass of pinot noir (not a special). All of the dishes we ordered were just fantastic! Simply delicious! We asked for the sauce on the side for the spicy king roll, and I can understand why my cousin made this initial request because the Sac State roll was drenched in what looked like the same sauce. I think asking for the sauces on the side was a smart idea in that the excessive amount of sauce might be overpowering. Of the 2 rolls we ordered, the spicy king had more spice to it fyi. The pepperfin was thinly and nicely cut and tasted just wonderful! SERVICE: Although the server had to make multiple trips to our table outside to provide us with plates,napkins, drinks, etc. and drop off our food, I thought she did a terrific job in checking up on us throughout our entire visit. Albeit the restaurant wasn't busy at all, I still appreciated her customer service. Bottom Line: Great happy hour. Reasonable prices. Good food. -
Michaels 4-Sterne-Beitrag: I considered giving this review 3 stars, but added the 4th star because I did like the food very much. I went with my cousin and brother for dinner and drinks on a weekday evening. Wow...let me just say this place must be popular with the locals and out-of-town visitors alike, because the place was packed! We were shown to a table in a corner that I'm sure was meant for 2, but there was the addition of a third chair to accommodate our party. After looking over the menu, the 3 of us decided to share the philly cheesesteak sandwich with onion rings and the bacon burger with fries. We also ordered beer, of course! I'd also like to mention that I truly disliked the table we were sitting at as there just WASN'T enough room for our drinks, waters, food, and dinner plates. It was a logistical disaster. Although this establishment has the word "Burgers" in its name, I was surprised I liked the philly cheesesteak sandwich far more than the burger we ordered. Call it weird or just an acquired taste of 1 particular individual, but the philly cheesesteak was my favorite of the evening. 2 beers later and we were ready to hit the other bars/clubs around town. SERVICE: It was ok. Nothing noteworthy to mention. Bottom Line: If I'm in town again I'll be back for another visit with their philly cheesesteak sandwich. -
Michaels 4-Sterne-Beitrag: taste (at) the RAINBOW! Beautifully appointed grounds along side apple trees/orchards await visitors to Rainbow Orchards. After a quick study of: https://applehill.com ....I decided to bookmark this farm on my yelp app, thanks mostly in part to their "world famous" apple cider donuts. 1. Yes, there's parking! Its a small lot, but at least the lot is paved (another farm we visited that same day had unpaved parking areas). 2. Yes, do visit for the APPLE CIDER DONUTS! They are amazing! And world famous too. Single donut: $1.50 Half dozen: $8.00 1 dozen: $15 My cousins and I bought a half dozen to share; they must be made to order because they were hot/warm when we opened up the bag. A sugary coating complements the hints of apple cider as you bite into the donut. Simply delicious and recommended. 3. Yes, there are seating areas available: directly outside the barn, or a shaded area with benches directly adjacent to the parking lot. 4. Yes, samples of the apple cider are available! I had a cup while waiting for the donuts. 5. Yes, you can buy their apple products in their shop/barn. As Halloween is fast approaching, there were also pumpkins of various shapes and sizes on sale too. 6. Yes, there are other menu items available other than the aforementioned donuts: apple pie, apple crisp, caramel apples, apple cream cheese tart....ok you get idea. BOTTOM LINE: A great first time visit at one of the many farms populating Apple Hill. Make time to try those apple cider donuts! -
Michaels 4-Sterne-Beitrag: to SMF and back! I flew in and out of SMF on a recent weekend via Hawaiian Airlines. As a first time traveler to this airport, I definitely appreciated the appropriate signage and spacious terminal. 1. Yes, SMF is comprised of just two terminals: A and B. I arrived and departed thru Terminal B. 2. Yes, after checking in at your respective airline, passengers will need to take a train/tram to the main terminal area: TSA security check points and gates. On arrival, passengers will need to take the same transportation to the baggage claim area(s). 3. Yes, I thought the TSA workers were efficient, as well as polite but firm. The only circumstance that made my entire TSA experience more lengthy than it had to be were the passengers in front of me not following policy (not removing their electronic devices from their bags, not emptying their pockets, etc). 4. Yes, I was definitely surprised, as well as relieved, that many of the food businesses were open so early. My flight was at 725am and I arrived at the requisite two hours before departure. After looking around at the various food vendors, I went ahead an paid for my astronomically priced $4 bottle of water, along with some fruit and yogurt for my morning meal. 5. Yes, I personally thought gates section of Terminal B were clean, spacious and well-lit. There was also adequate seating at my gate as well (unlike a certain terminal at SFO). BOTTOM LINE: Efficient TSA service, clean areas, and adequate facilities at Terminal B at SMF. -
Michaels 4-Sterne-Beitrag: Truthfully, there was something quite nostalgic about dining in the former location of the FIRST Tower Records. Throughout high school, before the currently technology that is iPods and the iTunes store, I used to shop for CDs at "Towers." ESSENTIALS: There is no host or hostess. Please seat yourself and/or your party. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Please visit www.towercafe.com for their full menu offerings. Since it was a sunny morning in Sacramento, our party of 3 decided to sit outside. After looking over the menu, which didn't take very long since there were surprisingly fewer breakfast choices than I anticipated, we decided on our order. The 3 of us chose to share the French Toast, while I chose the Eggs Tower, my brother ordered the Huevos Rancheros, and my cousin ordered the special which consisted of 2 eggs any style, potatoes, and your choice of sausage. My cousin chose the British banger which is just basically a long, thick sausage. The food came out in a timely manner, and while we waited for the food the staff checked up on us for coffee and water refills periodically. THE POINT: Everyone loved and was satisfied with their food. I think if I had more room I would have finished every single morsel on my plate, but alas I had to leave 1/3 of the potatoes. The French toast, which is a dish they're specially known for, should not be missed. It was quite good and I was thankful my cousin suggested we share a half order. Bottom Line: Friendly service. Good food. Great atmosphere. Make sure to try the French Toast. If I'm ever in Sacramento in the future, I will make sure to visit again......hopefully for lunch or dinner.
