Review Localis - Sacramento

Can't say enough about this beautiful place. We have gone multiple times over the last few years. The staff are professional and very friendly as well as fun. Chef Chris is incredible. As a chef and as a person. The food menu changes every 5ish weeks. I have never been disappointed. Highly highly recommend! Chefs counter is where it's at if you want a fun experience with the staff and see how the food is plated.

Localis Restaurant's wine pairing experience is nothing short of a masterful symphony. Each course was meticulously crafted to complement the flavors of the dish, and the wine pairings elevated the entire culinary journey to new heights. The sommelier's expertise was evident as they expertly selected wines that enhanced the nuances of each plate, creating a harmonious balance of taste sensations. From delicate whites to robust reds, the wine selection was diverse and catered to a variety of preferences. The knowledgeable staff shared insightful information about the wines, further enriching our experience. Combined with the elegant and intimate ambiance, Localis Restaurant truly delivers a dining experience that is a feast for all the senses. It's no wonder they have earned their Michelin 1-star status. A must-visit for any wine and food aficionado!

Came for my brother's birthday dinner, LOVED everything. Highly recommend the non-alcoholic drink pairings, if you don't drink alcohol like me. I've never had so many cool drinks in my life. I didn't manage to get pictures of all the plates, but the Oktoberfest spread was so delicious, with house-made bratwurst and pretzel bites with butter and apple butter. Delicious. Thanks to Chef Barnam and the rest of the crew!

Second time I’ve had the pleasure of dining at Localis and it didn’t disappoint! The drinks are quite creative, tasted delicious, and there are some fun mocktail options as well. The amuse-bouche is spot on fantastic. The fancy French onion dip flavors were out of this world. The Ron: Chasing Stars, Restaurant Intense, and the Here a Tar, There a Tar, Everywhere a Tartare were also amazing and I savored every bite. We went with a few friends and one of them got the vegetarian menu. She was amazed at the flavors and definitely enjoyed every dish. The fire roasted octopus was very enjoyable, and I don’t eat octopus 😄 By the time dessert came around, I could absolutely say I was stuffed and couldn’t eat more. We experienced the chefs table dining and it was fun to be so close and watch all that was happening to prepare each course. Definitely a memorable experience and I’m sure we will be back again 😍

We had the pleasure of experiencing a Michelin star restaurant for the first time, and it was truly remarkable. The 12-course meal menu and drink pairings were an exquisite journey of flavors and creativity. Chef Chris and the whole crew at Localis were fun, attentive, and knowledgeable, and never ceased to make this journey from "Amsterdam to Germany" an interesting and memorable evening. This is a fabulous choice for a special occasion with your loved one. My fiancé favorite dish was 'Ron: Chasing Stars', an amazing trout tartare with persimmons and ginger sorbet. It is really hard to put a finger on one single dish in between the blast of feelings and flavors this experience was, but I am a sucker for mushrooms and the Chanterele in the 'Hunting in the Pfalz', a dish with Coffee crusted venison, porcini, and the chanterele mushroom was out of this world. Anyways, go to Localis and have fun.

We started coming to Localis during the covid shutdown and would get their takeaway boxes. It was a little bright spot we would treat ourselves to that always seemed to pick us up. We most recently came for my best friends bday dinner and it was a spectacular, unfussy, riotous time. The food was amazing. My hubs doesn’t drink, so he did the non-alcoholic pairings. He really enjoyed them, but some were so rich they were like their own little meal. Just know that going in. I brought a really nice bottle from our cellar (corkage is $50) for me to drink. My bestie’s husband did the high end wine pairing, and it was honestly the best wine paring I’ve tasted at a restaurant (like better than Daniel in NYC, George’s V in Paris). The food was absolutely wonderful. The little veggie trio, the meat trio, a New Orleans roulade, annd so on for the 12 courses… each was excellent, and beautiful. They are small portions and thank god, by the end you’re literally like please no more food!! The service was fun, attentive but not intrusive. The Chef came by a couple times which was a lovely touch. We did the extra caviar course and it’s worth it. Sacramento has excellent caviar and so if that’s your thing, you won’t be disappointed. It’s a pricy evening (dinner for 4 will set you back around $2,000) but perhaps every penny. It’s nice to have another fine dining option in Sacramento. We will keep coming back. Oh, and the banana bread take home was absolutely a wonderful treat the next morning.

This is a FUN restaurant. The interior is awesome and the staff clearly loved their job - and they are good at it. The menu was unique and delicious. A few of the courses and pairing were perfectly matched. My only comment/drawback was that a couple courses felt out of place and fell flat. They were still fun - just felt like they didn’t fit but I understood what they were going for. For the very large price tag, I was hoping that there wouldn’t be any of these minor misses. I realize these are very personal opinions and I want to stress I am splitting hairs but at nearly $900 for the two of us I feel it’s warranted. Overall I hope they keep up the good work and congrats on the Michelin star!

Wow! Where to begin?!? What an incredible experience! To find a chef that is also a sommelier is truly amazing! Each pairing was impeccable. The presentation and taste of the food was out of this world. I don’t usually write reviews but I wanted to share our perfect experience to help bring others to this amazing restaurant! I brought my dad for his birthday and he said it was the best gift he’s ever received. I can’t wait to come back with my husband. Thank you Chef Barnum and Localis team!

Simply put- one of the best dinner experiences we’ve had! We were lucky enough to get Valentine’s Day dinner reservations for the chefs table seating & from the moment we walked in, we were impressed with everything. Staff: very friendly, attentive, 10/10! Every single person made us feel at home and everyone seemed to be happy to be there which is a hard find! Chef Chris & his team were all amazing at there craft. He explained every dish & the whole team was synchronized when putting each dish out. Chris gave a great explanation of each dish & informed us of how he came upon creating each dish etc. We’ve ate at a lot of “good restaurants” but this was something else. Each dish that came out, we caught ourselves saying “this is the best so and so I’ve ever had” my favorite was the octopus. I’ve never had anything like it- cooked with perfection! To me Localis is an experience & not just “dinner”. It is pricey if you’re looking for just dinner but if you do ever want to have a 12 course dinner experience from an Amazing chef & his team, Localis is probably the best place to do it in Sacramento. Will definitely be back again in future! Thank you to the whole staff!

This is a FUN restaurant. The interior is awesome and the staff clearly loved their job - and they are good at it. The menu was unique and delicious. A few of the courses and pairing were perfectly matched. My only comment/drawback was that’s. Couple courses felt out of place and fell flat. They were still fun - just felt like they didn’t fit but I understood what they were going for. For the very large price tag, I was hoping that there wouldn’t be any of these minor misses . Overall I hope they keep up the good work and congrats on the Michelin star!

Wildly creative and surprising food, delicious combinations of flavor and textures. Friendly and attentive hosts and front of the house as well as great banter with kitchen crew. We sat at the chefs counter for the 12 course tasting menu, and the non alcoholic drink pairing. I highly recommend the NA pairing for even more delicious surprises.

We had a great experience at Localis. My husband surprised me with a wine and dine experience to celebrate being together for 15 years. As soon as we sat down, we were greeted with a congrats glass of white wine which was super unexpected. We ate the seven course meal plan and each dish had a wonderful taste of the season’s freshest flavors. Although the dishes were small and not going to lie we left still hungry, the experience was well worth it!! They even sent us home with two little mini cakes to continue celebrating our anniversary. Overall this was an every once in a while splurge for a special occasion (at least for us) but definitely one we would invest in again!!! Compliments to the chef and staff for being so great and attentive to our experience!! It definitely was a good one!! P.S. if you’re a foodie…the chef won “The Globe”…a Food Network tv show. Cheers! 😁

We ordered their Puerto Rican inspired tasting menu and it was excellent! Obviously, it's very difficult to do togo food for an upscale restaurant, but they certainly did a great job. The staff was friendly and had our food ready to pick up right on time. This included their house-made ice creams that had been liquid nitrogen flash frozen to survive the drive home. The food was phenomenal and the accompanying wine pairing was spot on. Everything was even well plated in their respective togo containers. We can't wait to enjoy another tasting menu in the future!

Chef Chris' 12-course Tasting Menu was exceptional! Each subsequent dish tasted even better than the last. It was difficult to choose a favorite! Chef took us on a journey that reflected the tastes from his many memorable travel experiences. It was a wonderful way to celebrate my birthday!!!

Believe the hype. Holy schnikeys, this place. Culinary art for the eyes, nose and palate. Chef is an artist. A real passion. 3+ hours. 12 courses. My fave was the Octopus. I suggest that you opt for the black truffle on the wagu course. Oh and definitely the wine pairing. The place is nails. It's so good, I half expected to be wearing a marshmallow vest and a chocolate hat at the end. Edit: 4/19/2023 the spring menu is even better. Lots of Thai inspired dishes. If I had to pick a favorite I really can't. The red duck "curry" and the Congee pork belly dish are stand outs. The Bua Lai dessert is amazing.

Localis is worth going out of your way for. The restaurant decor is comfortable, and the staff very friendly. The menu is Michelin star caliber food and presentation. The one very unique thing is the drink pairings. They did a great job with the wine, but my wife in the past has dabbled in making her own sodas... they have a non-alcoholic drink pairing option and its amazing. The fennel soda... if you added Vodka would be one of the best drinks of all time. The octopus dish is all that and from beginning to end the whole menu was amazing. The desserts also satisfied a chocolate lover and fruit lover. This was a treat and we hope to visit again! -Michael

Best food we have ever eaten! Absolutely scrumptious! The food was plated beautifully. The beverage pairings with the 12 course meal was amazing! Excellent service too.

An absolute pleasure from beginning to end. Everyone was a joy to talk to, the food was a lovely to behold and played a fine tune on your tongue. I would definitely come again and recommend this place to anyone looking for a fine dining expierence in a small venue.

Went there for our anniversary.Owner / Chef Chris really gave great explanations on every dish and each pairing as well. The staff were amazing!! Food was delicious for every course. Really recommend this very highly. We will be back and bring friends.. Love it