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The Waterboy

2000 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA 95814-4215
(916) 498-9891
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Ranked #35 of 1,167 restaurants in Sacramento
Price range: $18 - $30
Cuisines: American, French, Italian, Californian
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Good for: Families with children, Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Fine Dining
Cross street: 20th
Description: Our Goal at The Waterboy is to provide you with a wonderful dining experience. Taking inspiration from the cuisines of southern France and northern Italy, we feature a new menu every month to take full advantage of our local, seasonal ingredients. Our menu features naturally raised meats, local organic produce and freshly baked breads. Along with great service and a terrific, reasonably priced wine list, we think you will be quite pleased with a visit to The Waterboy.
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San Francisco, California, United States
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32 reviews 32 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Always risky when someone else is buying dinner -- you never feel you can truly indulge yourself when a fabulous menu presents itself. And so, with someone else picking up the tab yesterday, I am feeling the lack of what I MIGHT have had given how FABULOUS what I DID have was. Follow that? Everything I love in a really... More

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San Francisco, California
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40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

We have had lovely meals here-until last week. My husband and I attempted to have a romantic lunch. We arrived at 12 am to an almost empty restaurant--and our waiter came to ask if we would like something to drink. His appearance was enough to have me gasp: he was totally disheveled and looked so untidy--his black shirt looked as... More

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Antibes, France
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

May 1st temp. went over 100°F in Sacramento. Was nice to have a good restaurant with tables outside in the shadow (all American were sitting inside though).

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calgary
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76 reviews 76 reviews
48 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Waterboy was recommended to us by our innkeeper as we were overnighting in Sacramento on our way through to Portland. It was within walking distance of our lovely B and B in what appeared to be a very happening part of the city, known as Midtown. They were unable to seat us immediately but we were made very welcome at... More

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Washington, DC
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51 reviews 51 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
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73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

A very attractive dining room, very good service, lively atmosphere, and very enjoyable food. I would happily return.

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Fair Oaks, California
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013 via mobile

This is one of Sacramento's top restaurants, and for a reason. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, special occasions and any other time you want an excellent meal with perfect service. You get what you pay for so be prepared to pay, but it is oh so worth it!

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Napa, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2013

Very good food, very good service. Menu changed about a week ago, and was slightly different than what the website showed... loved everything about it, except how close together the tables are.

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San Jose, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

My boyfriend and I stopped here almost by accident for lunch driving through Sacramento and were so happy that we did! The food is spectacular and the service is excellent. I love the casual yet elegant vibe. Serious continental cuisine without much pretention. Love it!

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Reno
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24 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

Dined at Waterboy on a Saturday night, were able to get in at 8:15 - the location is easy to find ... parking on the street if you are lucky enough - otherwise there is a pay lot across the street - note: cash payments only - but easy enough to get change at the restaurant & go back out... More

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8 restaurant reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

The food is always a culinary treat each time we visit The Waterboy. The menu offers a balance of Italian, French, and California dishes that is always a hit when the foodie friends come to town. I look forward to the changing menu, based on the seasonal offerings.

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