Best Breakfast:
Sutter Street
Grill
With the absence of Gold Miner Cafe, many businesses have
prospered from the weekend breakfast crowd. Sutter Street
Grill is a great example. This place is kind of like a good
San Francisco diner - though the decor is not anything to
write home about, the food is! One visit and you'll see why
there are crowds out the door on the weekends.
811 Sutter St
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Best Coffee Bar:
Bella Bru
Our only 5-time champion in the 'Best of Folsom'... it must
stand for something! It's not uncommon to see one of Folsom's
finest stop by for a quick bite or cup of Joe here - they'll
testify that there's a reason this place keeps winning! Great
food, great coffee, great ambiance.1115 E. Bidwell St
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(916) 983-4003
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Best Cultural Cuisine:
Bidwell Street Bistro
We removed the "Best European Food" category, and boy did we
hear about it. Though "cultural cuisine" may not be the best
category, Bidwell Street Bistro obviously has its fans. If you
want a great place to take a date in Folsom, this is a good
choice.
1004 E Bidwell St /
(916) 984-7500
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Best Pizza:
Roma's Pizzeria III
A long-standing runner-up in the Best of Folsom, Roma's
wrestles the top spot away from Chicago Fire, who has dominated
since they opened up. The location may be hard to find, but
Empire Ranch residents know the pizza is awesome. Even the
closing of a major tenant in the strip center does not hurt
business here.
25004 Blue Ravine Rd., #121 / (916) 985-7828
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Best Desserts:
Ettore’s
Sadly, this award must be presented posthumously, to a bakery
that was very popular (perhaps not popular enough). Ettore's
closed its doors about a week before this article went out. If
you are hankering for a good dessert, may we suggest right
across the street at Tahoe Joe's.510 Natoma Station
Drive / (916) 985-3920
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Best Sandwiches:
Beach Hut Deli
If you have never visited the Beach Hut, you'll soon see why
this place always wins. The sandwiches are piled HIGH, and
you'll likely take half of it home to eat later. We suggest the
Surfin' Bird or the Surfin' Cow.411 Blue Ravine Rd
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(916) 983-0900
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Best Lunch Spot:
Beach Hut Deli
Looking for a cool place to eat lunch, yet is still a little
laid back? Beach Hut is your spot. Pick a surfboard booth
and order up a big 'ol sandwich. We promise, you won't go
hungry, and the ambiance is always pretty fun.411 Blue Ravine Rd
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(916) 983-0900
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Best American Food:
Jack's Urban
Eats
From the minute Folsomites heard that midtown favorite
Jack's was coming to town, the message boards were buzzing.
Jack's serves up some of the greatest meat, potatoes, and salads
in the entire Sacramento area. The lines are sometimes a little
long but definitely worth the wait.
2756 E Bidwell St / (916) 984-5553
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Best Ice Cream:
Tasty Time (Prairie
City)
Though the owners have changed, the yummy ice cream has not.
Tasty Time on Prairie City Road is home to the most gourmet
ice cream in town. Stop by for a banana split, or even a
yogurt. You won't go away unhappy!
1870 Prairie City Rd, Ste 300 / 916-351-0748
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Best Mexican Food:
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant
It did not take long for Folsom patrons to discover La
Fiesta. Is it the mariachi bands, the free chips and salsa,
or the good food? We suspect it's all of the above. You'll
leave full, satisfied, and it won't break the bank.
1008 E Bidwell St /
(916) 984-1370
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Best New Business: Jack's Urban Eats
Folsomites were anxious to get a cafeteria-style restaurant in
town, so many started writing to local favorites Pluto's and
Jack's, which are both amazingly similar. Pluto's said Folsom
wasn't a big enough venue for them (true story). We guess the
joke's on them - Jack's has been packed since the day they moved
in.
2756 E Bidwell St / (916) 984-5553
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Best Chinese Food:
Chang's Mongolian Grill
Chang's Mongolian Grill has been a Folsom favorite for years.
Who better to know how you like your food than you! Serve up
yourself some noodles, meat, veggies piled high and perhaps some
pineapple. Let the chefs take care of the rest, and don't forget
the ice cream... included, of course.
Honorable Mention: Jennie's Palace, Fats Dim Sum & Asian
Bistro
631 E Bidwell St / (916) 983-6888
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Best Italian:
Visconti's
Old-fashioned Italian food is the
best way to describe this place... anyone who has a hint of
Italian in their blood would feel right at home here - they are
small, the food is very fresh, and the owner will even come by
and see how your dish is. You just don't see that anymore.
322 E Bidwell St / (916)
983-5181
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Best Fresh Mex:
Chipotle
OK, so we goofed last year - we actually dropped the Chipotle
award off at Dos Coyotes (a former 'Best of Folsom' winner)...
An inquisitive manager smiled and thanked us, only to call us
later they are not Chipotle! Well, we're happy to give Chipotle
their much deserved award for '07 and '06 this year... sorry
about that!
Honorable Mention: Dos Coyotes,
Baja Fresh
1001 E Bidwell St # 106 / (916) 983-9374
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Best Sushi:
Taiko Sushi
Not long after they opened up, Taiko is attracting a following.
They were already a big hit in their original location in
Sacramento, and obviously are now quite popular in Folsom. The
Zenbu roll is their specialty, come by and check it out!
2700 E Bidwell St / (916) 817-8525
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Best Steak / Seafood:
Scott's
Seafood
Though the view leaves a little to be desired (they sure are
taking their time on that construction project, aren't they?),
the food is second to none. Though technically, it's still
California, you'll want to wear something nice here - the food
and ambiance deserve a nice attire. Leave the hat at home!
9611 Greenback Ln / (916) 989-6711
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Best Family Owned Business:
My
Grandma's Kitchen
Mandee and crew have been in Folsom for a little over a year
now, and have been well known for customer service. Let the kids
play in the play area, and get a home-baked cookie for dessert.
The little things make this place special, and it makes you feel
like you ate at, well... Grandma's!
25075 Blue Ravine Rd / (916) 985-3734
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Best Burgers:
Red Robin
Out of all the great burger places in Folsom, Red Robin was the
winner (easily) in this year's "Best of" campaign. If you are
looking for an affordable place to take the family for dinner,
look no further. Red Robin knows burgers... that's what made
them famous in the first place!
1011 Riley St / (916) 983-1773
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Best French Fries:
Jack's Urban
Eats
Can you say "urban fries"? Whether it's a heaping plate of
garlic fries, traditional fries, or Jack's original urban fries,
you will not go home unhappy, or hungry. The portions are
generous... and of course, delicious! When you have a craving
for french fries, come here... you won't be disappointed!
2756 E Bidwell St / (916) 984-5553
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Best Fast Food: Carl's Jr.
1016 E Bidwell St /
(916) 983-9260
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