Absolutely loved it here. Great vibes and great authenticity in the food. The Arancini is a must!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jamie Jamison
Best pasta I’ve ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Harry Souders (10x)
Flavorful Italian food! Hot fresh and delicious!! Great service. Love the Arancini.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
MGM Michael
Very cozy and very receptive servers. Great italian restuarant..la dolce vitta!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeremy Shieh
Delish!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Victoria Kahelefaufata
We saw the reviews and were really excited to try here but from the dishes we had it was just really underwhelming, I had the salmon pasta dish and it was just a strong hit of lemon & vinegar tasting and my partners dish was just bland, he did like the appetizer (some fried balls, i forgot what they are called), i wasnt too big a fan of it. The place is cute though, staff was sweet! Our ending price of the tab was just not worth the quality.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Dave Dawson
Just had a date night here with my wife. Excellent food and wine, the salmon piccata was really outstanding! They were able to accommodate my wife’s dairy allergy easily, she had the pork chop and loved it.
The vibe was bright and cheerful while still plenty intimate for a date. Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Salon Paisley
A Midtown Gem That Feels Like Sunday Dinner at Nonna’s Tucked on the corner of 21st and P in Sacramento’s buzzing Midtown, Adamo’s Kitchen looks modest from the sidewalk—exposed brick, a chalkboard specials sign, maybe eight tables and a long communal bench. Step inside, though, and the place wraps you in garlic-scented hugs. The Adamo family (dad John rolling pasta in the open kitchen, daughter Chiara greeting every regular by name) has turned this 40-seat nook into the neighborhood’s living room. On the night I visited, the room hummed with first dates, birthday toasts, and one guy proposing over the carbonara. Yes, she said yes. I came hungry and left borderline euphoric, thanks to three dishes that should be protected by California law. First, the meatballs. Three fist-sized orbs of Niman Ranch beef and pork arrive swimming in Sunday gravy so bright you can taste the San Marzano tomatoes. One bite and the meatball collapses into velvet; the parm shavings melt on contact. I mopped every drop with the house garlic bread—crisp exterior, pillowy middle, brushed with roasted garlic butter that should come with a warning label. Next, the chicken alfredo. Forget the gloopy dorm-room version. Adamo’s fettuccine is extruded fresh daily, ridged just enough to cradle the sauce. The cream is light yet luxurious, sparked with black pepper and a whisper of nutmeg. Grilled Mary’s chicken strips carry perfect char marks and stay juicy inside. Twirl, bite, sigh—repeat until the bowl is a crime scene of sauce streaks. And the french fries? Sacrilege to order fries at a pasta temple, yet these “sucio” fries are legendary for good reason. Hand-cut Kennebecs, double-fried, then buried under melted mozzarella, pancetta bits, garlic aioli, and a snowfall of parm. They’re the love child of poutine and garlic fries, and I fought my friend for the crispy shards at the bottom. Service is pure Sacramento: zero pretension, maximum warmth. Our server Erin remembered my friend’s gluten-free request from six months ago and steered us to the polenta add-on without being asked. Wines by the glass lean Italian and under $12; the house Chianti punches way above its weight. Portions are generous but not obscene—enough to share, enough to take home a midnight snack. My tab for two apps, two entrées, fries, and three glasses of wine: $94 before tip. In 2025 dollars, that’s a steal for handmade everything. One tiny quibble: the room fills fast. Reserve on Resy or risk the “maybe a seat at the bar” shuffle. Otherwise? Flawless. Adamo’s isn’t chasing Michelin stars; it’s chasing the feeling you get when someone’s Italian grandma cooks for you and refuses to let you leave hungry. Mission accomplished. I’m already plotting my return for the winter gnocchi and the next pasta-making class. Five stars, zero notes, endless cravings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
CHRISTINA SIMS
The salmon was cooked perfectly but the noodles had too much lemon. Now the meatballs with the polenta was excellent, flavor was very good, the polenta needed some seasoning though.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Maryjane Puffer
I'm from Chicago. This reminds me of Chicago. The food is authentic. The people are the space is what more do you want?
Highly recommend the pesto ravioli here – the pesto is one of my favorites I've ever had and I love the spicy element. Service has always been great. It's a relaxed, friendly environment, and remains one of my favorite restaurants in Sacramento.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
amber Wiggins
The best! The quality is amazing. The menu is smaller but everything is perfect. No dish is bad. The staff is all very friendly. You won’t regret eating here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sandra Determan
Alizae greeted us at the door with a smile. I must say my experience in Sacramento has not been the best when it comes to service but this restaurant sets it apart. I am so pleased with their food but also with their amazing service we will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jocelynne Lesniewski
I'm literally sitting at the bar after finishing my meal and I had to write this. I came to Sacramento for a music festival and found this place on Google. Looked good enough but I got here and I think this could be my last meal on Earth. Specifically the ravioli with pesto and Calabrian chili. I don't like pesto. I LOVE THIS PESTO. It's not bitter at all and everything is balanced. The arancini and fluffy and delicious. The dried tomatoes on the salad were perfect. The gnocchi is soft and chewy and THE TIRAMISU. Just get it. Get a cannoli as well.
Any time I come back to Sacramento I will be eating here. Also everyone is nice and hospitable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alesia Lewis
Went to celebrate a friend’s birthday and had mixed results with our choices. Three of us the carbonara and were universally disappointed. It was described as oily and bland. The birthday girl had the bolognese and was happy, I had the meatballs and polenta, which I enjoyed. I would’ve liked less red sauce so I could enjoy the creaminess of the polenta, and the meatballs were spicier than I anticipated, but overall it was tasty.
Absolutely loved it here. Great vibes and great authenticity in the food. The Arancini is a must!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best pasta I’ve ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Flavorful Italian food! Hot fresh and delicious!! Great service. Love the Arancini.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very cozy and very receptive servers. Great italian restuarant..la dolce vitta!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delish!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We saw the reviews and were really excited to try here but from the dishes we had it was just really underwhelming, I had the salmon pasta dish and it was just a strong hit of lemon & vinegar tasting and my partners dish was just bland, he did like the appetizer (some fried balls, i forgot what they are called), i wasnt too big a fan of it. The place is cute though, staff was sweet! Our ending price of the tab was just not worth the quality.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Just had a date night here with my wife. Excellent food and wine, the salmon piccata was really outstanding! They were able to accommodate my wife’s dairy allergy easily, she had the pork chop and loved it.
The vibe was bright and cheerful while still plenty intimate for a date. Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A Midtown Gem That Feels Like Sunday Dinner at Nonna’s
Tucked on the corner of 21st and P in Sacramento’s buzzing Midtown, Adamo’s Kitchen looks modest from the sidewalk—exposed brick, a chalkboard specials sign, maybe eight tables and a long communal bench. Step inside, though, and the place wraps you in garlic-scented hugs. The Adamo family (dad John rolling pasta in the open kitchen, daughter Chiara greeting every regular by name) has turned this 40-seat nook into the neighborhood’s living room. On the night I visited, the room hummed with first dates, birthday toasts, and one guy proposing over the carbonara. Yes, she said yes.
I came hungry and left borderline euphoric, thanks to three dishes that should be protected by California law.
First, the meatballs. Three fist-sized orbs of Niman Ranch beef and pork arrive swimming in Sunday gravy so bright you can taste the San Marzano tomatoes. One bite and the meatball collapses into velvet; the parm shavings melt on contact. I mopped every drop with the house garlic bread—crisp exterior, pillowy middle, brushed with roasted garlic butter that should come with a warning label.
Next, the chicken alfredo. Forget the gloopy dorm-room version. Adamo’s fettuccine is extruded fresh daily, ridged just enough to cradle the sauce. The cream is light yet luxurious, sparked with black pepper and a whisper of nutmeg. Grilled Mary’s chicken strips carry perfect char marks and stay juicy inside. Twirl, bite, sigh—repeat until the bowl is a crime scene of sauce streaks.
And the french fries? Sacrilege to order fries at a pasta temple, yet these “sucio” fries are legendary for good reason. Hand-cut Kennebecs, double-fried, then buried under melted mozzarella, pancetta bits, garlic aioli, and a snowfall of parm. They’re the love child of poutine and garlic fries, and I fought my friend for the crispy shards at the bottom.
Service is pure Sacramento: zero pretension, maximum warmth. Our server Erin remembered my friend’s gluten-free request from six months ago and steered us to the polenta add-on without being asked. Wines by the glass lean Italian and under $12; the house Chianti punches way above its weight.
Portions are generous but not obscene—enough to share, enough to take home a midnight snack. My tab for two apps, two entrées, fries, and three glasses of wine: $94 before tip. In 2025 dollars, that’s a steal for handmade everything.
One tiny quibble: the room fills fast. Reserve on Resy or risk the “maybe a seat at the bar” shuffle. Otherwise? Flawless.
Adamo’s isn’t chasing Michelin stars; it’s chasing the feeling you get when someone’s Italian grandma cooks for you and refuses to let you leave hungry. Mission accomplished. I’m already plotting my return for the winter gnocchi and the next pasta-making class. Five stars, zero notes, endless cravings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The salmon was cooked perfectly but the noodles had too much lemon. Now the meatballs with the polenta was excellent, flavor was very good, the polenta needed some seasoning though.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
I'm from Chicago. This reminds me of Chicago. The food is authentic. The people are the space is what more do you want?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Highly recommend the pesto ravioli here – the pesto is one of my favorites I've ever had and I love the spicy element. Service has always been great. It's a relaxed, friendly environment, and remains one of my favorite restaurants in Sacramento.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best! The quality is amazing. The menu is smaller but everything is perfect. No dish is bad. The staff is all very friendly. You won’t regret eating here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alizae greeted us at the door with a smile. I must say my experience in Sacramento has not been the best when it comes to service but this restaurant sets it apart. I am so pleased with their food but also with their amazing service we will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I'm literally sitting at the bar after finishing my meal and I had to write this. I came to Sacramento for a music festival and found this place on Google. Looked good enough but I got here and I think this could be my last meal on Earth. Specifically the ravioli with pesto and Calabrian chili. I don't like pesto. I LOVE THIS PESTO. It's not bitter at all and everything is balanced. The arancini and fluffy and delicious. The dried tomatoes on the salad were perfect. The gnocchi is soft and chewy and THE TIRAMISU. Just get it. Get a cannoli as well.
Any time I come back to Sacramento I will be eating here. Also everyone is nice and hospitable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went to celebrate a friend’s birthday and had mixed results with our choices. Three of us the carbonara and were universally disappointed. It was described as oily and bland. The birthday girl had the bolognese and was happy, I had the meatballs and polenta, which I enjoyed. I would’ve liked less red sauce so I could enjoy the creaminess of the polenta, and the meatballs were spicier than I anticipated, but overall it was
tasty.
Service was great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
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