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| Cuisine | Country French, Italian | ||
| Hours | Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm; Tues-Thurs 5-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 5-10:30pm; Sun-Mon 5-9pm | ||
| Address | 2000 Capitol Ave | ||
| Location | Around Town | ||
| Phone | 916/498-9891 | ||
| Web site | www.waterboyrestaurant.com | ||
| Prices | Main courses $16-$26 | ||
| Credit Cards | AE, DC, DISC, MC, V | ||
Frommer's Review
Until recently, Sacramento had a slim list of really good restaurants, but no more. At the top of everybody's list is the Waterboy. It's got everything going for it: an appealing, airy but unpretentious atmosphere; friendly and knowledgeable servers; and outstanding food cooked perfectly. Chef/owner Rick Mahan uses Niman Ranch naturally raised meats and local organic produce, and he offers a fine selection of wines. Main courses change every 4 weeks but include dishes such as saffron risotto; or boneless squab with a very crispy skin, served on sautéed greens with a squash polenta, figs, and a reduction of squab stock. Rick always has a traditional American favorite on the menu. On my last visit it was a great chili cheese dog.
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