When it comes to receiving national acclaim, Northern California is constantly overshadowed by our neighbors to the south. Many of us are perfectly okay with that since it means fewer visitors and more for us to enjoy. However, it is about time that some of our destinations start getting the attention they deserve. In fact, there’s one city in Northern California that seems to have caught the country’s eye when it comes to food. It was even named acknowledged by Thrillist as an “overlooked California city that’s about to blow up as a food destination”. We couldn’t agree more, and we’re excited that this city is finally getting recognized as a top food destination that’s worth seeking out.
Northern California towns and cities are constantly overlooked for our state's more well-known spots. However, there's one city that is slowly but surely making themselves known as one of the top food destinations in America: Sacramento.
Sacramento hasn't exactly always been known as a trendy food destination. In fact, that's far from the reputation that the city is still trying to overcome. However, with an abundance of new restaurants and talented chefs flocking to town, it's definitely giving places like San Francisco or Los Angeles a run for their money.
Located in the heart of the Golden State's agricultural valley, the "farm-to-table" philosophy is more than just a saying. It's what this city lives and breathes. With fresh produce, meat, and dairy always within arm's reach, restaurants have been stepping up their game to showcase the region's flavors.
But it's not just the farm-to-fork method that makes Sacramento's food scene so notable. It's the fact that so many of the city's restaurants are just downright exciting. For example, a beloved Mexican restaurant called Centro has been providing locals with interesting and delicious south-of-the-border dishes since 1994.
Centro isn't your typical, run-of-the-mill Mexican eatery. Each dish is assembled with love and care, the flavors are always on point, and they are the perfect combination of flair and tradition.
Localis is another great example of a restaurant that is constantly innovating. This is the type of restaurant where the menu is seemingly always changing because the chef is constantly creating new dishes. The restaurant's high-caliber is reminiscent of something you'd see in places like San Francisco. And yet, it's right here in Sacramento.
Frank Fat's is another popular spot that solidifies Sacramento as a foodie's paradise. First opened in 1939, this place has been serving up top-notch food long before it was hip. In 2013, they were finally awarded the James Beard Foundation's "America's Classic Award"—proving that the roots for good food have always been in Sacramento. The only difference now is that those roots are growing.
We named just a few of Sacramento's highly coveted restaurants, but the opportunities for delectable dining are truly endless in this city. See the newest hot food destination for yourself, and plan on visiting Sacramento with a healthy appetite.
What do you think? Do you agree that Sacramento has become a top food destination in the country? The culinary scene is certainly changing a lot in this town. However, all of Northern California is chock full of top tier restaurants. Check out our list The 10 Best Restaurants In Northern California You Have To Try for a closer look at some them.
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