Style Magazine_ El Dorado Hills and Folsom_December 2018

to your life? Look no further than Ruchi. The
accommodating menu has a wide range of North
and South Indian dishes, including a lengthy list
of vegetarian entrées, as well as a lunch buffet
and weekly specials like biryani on Tuesdays, a
Wednesday night vegetarian buffet, and Thursday
night dosas.
Rudy’s Hideaway
12303 Folsom Blvd. (916-351-0606 or
rudyshideaway.com)
Seafood/steakhouse, lunch/dinner, full bar,
happy hour, reservations accepted $$
➻ Rudy’s is a seafood-lover’s delight and features
a mouthwatering selection of nautical noshes plus
melt-in-your-mouth steaks and lunch specials.
What’s more, they cater crab feeds and have a
private patio that can be booked for large parties.
Weekly specials include a five-ounce lobster tail on
Sunday and Monday, prime rib on Tuesday, housemade
cioppino on Wednesday, and one-pound
lobster night on Thursday—all served alongside
scrumptious sides.
Sacramento Pizza Company
2700 E. Bidwell St., Ste. 500 (916-673-9754 or
sacpizzaco.com)
Pizza/wings, lunch/dinner, beer & wine only,
happy hour, free WI-Fi $
➻ You’re in charge of your creation at Sac Pizza
Co.—from choosing the type of crust, to the sauce,
cheese, meats and unlimited toppings—so there’s
something for everyone (even vegans!). Indecisive
eaters can opt for the popular Tandoori Chicken
specialty pie or build-their-own wings. The locally
sourced ingredients and scratch-made dough
results in pizza perfection.
Shogun Hibachi Grill and Sushi
1870 Prairie City Rd, Ste. 600 (916-985-9588 or
shogunatfolsom.com)
Japanese/sushi bar, lunch/dinner, beer & wine
only, reservations accepted $$
➻ This modern hibachi restaurant brings new
meaning to “dinner and a show,” thanks to a
personal chef who will deftly chop, slice and fly
your meal over and above the grill and onto your
plate. Their sushi lineup is equally as impressive,
both visually and on the palate, and runs the
gamut from specialty rolls to sashimi. Come for the
food, and stay for the fun!
Strings Italian Café
25035 Blue Ravine Rd., Ste. 120 (916-983-8815 or
folsomstrings.com)
Italian, lunch/dinner, beer & wine only $$
➻ Strings Italian Café has been offering enjoyable
and affordable Italian dishes in a relaxed
atmosphere for the past two decades, and the
tradition continues at their new location. Stop by
on Wednesdays to indulge in the all-you-can-eat
deals or enjoy one of their lunch specials any day
between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Seniors 62 and older get
15-percent off any entrée, while kids eat free on
Sundays and Mondays after 4 p.m.
Suishin Sushi **
194 Blue Ravine Rd. (916-985-8885).
Japanese/sushi bar, lunch/dinner, beer & wine
only, reservations accepted, outdoor seating
available $$
➻ Beautifully arranged and mouthwatering sushi
is the name of the game at Suishin Sushi. The use
of some of the freshest ingredients, including quail
eggs, uni and ponzu, give you the feeling that you’re
right by the ocean. The modern, hip atmosphere
leaves you at ease as you consume your fish, one
roll at a time.
Sunny Garden Restaurant
25085 Blue Ravine Rd., Ste. 150 (916-983-8882 or
folsomsunnygarden.com)
Chinese, lunch/dinner, beer & wine only,
reservations accepted $
➻ Since 2006, Sunny Garden Restaurant has been
serving some of the best Asian dishes in the area.
Every item is made with fresh ingredients in a
traditional way, from their pineapple chicken to
the tomato beef chow mein. Large portions for
great prices in a casual, relaxed environment is
what you’ll find when you dine at Sunny Garden.
Teriyaki To Go!
614 E. Bidwell St. (916-983-5560)
Japanese, lunch/dinner, no alcohol $
➻ An inconspicuous but flavorful restaurant with
a thumbs up for taste, Teriyaki To Go is an ordinary
eatery with extraordinary taste. Some may like the
consistent tang of the teriyaki sauce that adds a
whole lot of flavor, while others enjoy the pan-fried
noodles. Either way, you are sure to enjoy your
meal at this establishment.
Thai Paradise **
2770 E. Bidwell St. (916-984-8988 or
thaiparadisefolsom.com)
Thai, lunch/dinner, beer & wine only, outdoor
seating available $$
➻ A modern interior, quality food, and daily
specials are some of the aspects of what makes
this eatery a paradise. Voted the best in town by
locals for several years in a row, you won’t want
to miss out on the refined flavors of Thai food
this restaurant has to offer your taste buds.
The River Thai Cuisine
424 E Bidwell St. (916-983-7388)
Thai, lunch/dinner, beer & wine only,
reservations accepted, $$
➻ Friendly customer service and deliciously
authentic Thai food are waiting for you at The
River Thai Cuisine. Established in 2015, this
family-owned restaurant will satisfy your Asian
food cravings with various selections, including
crispy egg rolls, pot stickers, and various soup,
salad, curry, noodle, fried rice, and dessert
offerings. Stop in for an enjoyable cultural
experience and try something new!
Visconti’s Ristorante
2700 E. Bidwell St., Ste. 700 (916-983-5181 or
viscontisristorante.com)
Italian, lunch/dinner, full bar, reservations
accepted, outdoor seating available $$
➻ For the past two decades, Visconti’s Ristorante
has given the community a taste of Italy with
their truly authentic dishes, romantic setting,
and traditional Italian music. An award-winning
restaurant, Visconti’s has been selected for
being the best in town for several years in a row.
Linguini con gambere (shrimp) and asparagus,
and spicy rigatoni alla vodka are just two of their
many specialties.
The Waffle Experience
13405 Folsom Blvd, Ste 950 (916-805-5938 or
thewaffleexperience.com)
American, breakfast/brunch, waffles, beer &
champagne only, outdoor seating available, free
Wi-Fi, $$
➻ This aptly named eatery is indeed an experience.
Not only is everything made fresh daily, but there’s
no microwave or heat lamp either, resulting in a
bill of fare that’s as flavorful as it is eclectic. From
a savory, herb-studded waffle topped with housebraised
pork belly, cage-free eggs, arugula, roasted
tomato, ricotta, and cracked pepper agave syrup
(“Praise the Lard”) to a cinnamon-nutmeg waffle
topped with house-made apple pie filling, smoked
bacon bits, fresh whipped cream, and salted
espresso caramel (“Johnny Appleseed”), there’s no
going hungry here.
Yodyiam Thai Cuisine
1750 Prairie City Rd., Ste. 150 (916-355-8825)
Thai, lunch/dinner, beer & wine only,
reservations accepted $$
➻ Take in the relaxing atmosphere, excellent
customer service, and authentic fare at Yodyiam.
Dishes include pad Thai, spicy beef salad, mango
curry, and Thai iced tea—all for a great deal! Be
sure to save room for the fried banana dessert
with coconut milk rum sauce (served with coconut
ice cream and coconut flakes). Stop in for
lunch and dinner or grab takeout; either way, you
won’t be disappointed.
SELECT OUTLYING RESTAURANT
The Farm Table
311 Main St., Placerville (530-295-8140 or ourfarmtable.com)
American, Sunday brunch/lunch/dinner, beer
& wine only, reservations accepted, free Wi-Fi
$$
➻ For those who enjoy locally sourced farmfresh
fare and plates that change based on what
can be picked, The Farm Table might become
your home away from home. From housemade
sausages and charcuterie to preserves,
condiments, and bigger entrées like duck
confit cassoulet, there's something to please
all palates—even vegans and those who are
gluten-intolerant. Their impressive list of local
and imported beer and wine, beloved Sunday
brunch, and occasional live music make it one of
the most popular places in town.
Wally’s Pizza Bar
4079 Cameron Park Dr., Cameron Park (530-
677-5205 or wallyspizzabar.com)
Pizza/American/sports bar, breakfast/brunch/
lunch/dinner, full bar, happy hour, reservations
accepted, outdoor seating available, free
Wi-Fi $$
➻ This family-owned and operated eatery crafts
gourmet pizza, pastas aplenty, high-quality
breakfast plates, and other bar food favorites
alongside craft cocktails and local beers. With an
awesome Happy Hour and other weekly events,
it’s a prime pick when you’re looking for good
eats and a good time.
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