Emily Hoffman
Dine Downtown 2022 kicks off this Friday, January 7 and runs for eleven days and two weekends through Monday, January 17. Now more than ever, our downtown restaurants need your support. Dine out in January and enjoy the 3-course, prix fixe menus synonymous with Dine Downtown. Each meal goes to support the restaurants – and their employees – that built our region’s foodie reputation.
Where should I go to eat?
Restaurants participating in Dine Downtown this year include Sacramento favorites like The Firehouse Restaurant, The Pilothouse Restaurant at the Delta King, and Rio City Cafe at the Old Sacramento Waterfront, as well as Frank Fat’s on L Street. Additionally you can enjoy delightful meals from Echo & Rig Steakhouse in DOCO, Nash & Proper on K Street, and several Midtown restaurants like Aioli Bodega Espanola, Midtown Sushi, Red Rabbit Kitchen & Bar, and more!
In total, there are 30 Central City restaurants participating in Dine Downtown 2022, all with delicious menus, diverse cuisines, and exciting new options. You can find a complete listing of participating restaurants and their menu offerings HERE.
Support in advance
The City of Sacramento recently launched the Shop 916 e-gift card program. This e-gift card can be used at several downtown restaurants (and retailers). Give the gift of Sacramento by purchasing a Shop 916 card for friends or family to enjoy #DineDowntownSac. Purchase a $50 Shop 916 card now and receive a $25 bonus gift card! You can find a complete list of participating restaurants and businesses HERE. Learn more or buy a Shop 916 e-gift card HERE.
Linger longer in #DowntownSac
Don’t just come downtown to enjoy a meal, linger longer and enjoy all downtown Sacramento has to offer!
- Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink – Get your skate on at Ali Youssefi Square (7th & K Streets) before you enjoy an amazing Dine Downtown meal OR after to burn off some calories. The Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink is open Tuesday through Sunday until January 16.
- City Cruises by Hornblower – Don’t want your night to end? Take a ride on a cruise on the Sacramento River with City Cruises by Hornblower. With everything from cocktail cruises to historic cruises, you’re sure to have a great experience right off the Old Sacramento Waterfront.
Photo courtesy: City Cruises by Hornblower
- Catch a movie – With great theaters across downtown (including the iconic Crest Theatre, Cinemark Century DOCO and XD, and Esquire IMAX Theatre) keep your evening going by enjoying a fun movie downtown!
- Watch a King’s game – After a great #DineDowntownSac meal, finish your night at the Golden 1 Center enjoying a Sacramento King’s game.
Help Keep COVID in Check
Downtown businesses are pledging to Keep COVID in Check by implementing public health guidelines and new distancing measures to keep employees and customers healthy and safe. All visitors to #DowntownSac should adhere to current public health and safety guidelines and stay home if sick or exhibiting fever, cough, respiratory symptoms or shortness of breath.
Share your #DineDowntownSac experience
While you’re out supporting our restaurants and enjoying the many flavors of #DineDowntownSac, snap a picture of your meal and share on social media! Be sure to tag us in your foodie photos at @DowntownSac and use the hashtag #DineDowntownSac for the chance to be featured on our social channels.