Localis

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!

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.

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 😍

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!

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!

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!

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.