(Last UPDATED 2/3/2023) Description and review of Brickland Bistro, a family-owned restaurant located on Folsom Blvd. in East Sacramento. NEW: See “Update” below.
Brickland Bistro opened recently in the former location of 33rd Street Bistro, a well-loved neighborhood restaurant that is greatly missed by many Sacramentans.
See related blog posts: 33rd Street Bistro and 33rd Street Bistro Brunch and 33rd Street Bistro Happy Hour
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A friend and I recently dined at Brickland Bistro prior to attending the theatre. It was a Friday, so I made reservations for dinner in advance.
Interior Renovations
My first impression was that the renovated restaurant appeared much larger. This was no doubt helped by the whitewashing of the brick walls and changes to the layout.
The far wall has been opened up, and the space that previously housed a private dining room is now home to a full bar and additional seating. I venture to guess that the relocation of the bar area will lower the noise level in the main dining area when it is busy.
Overall, the renovated space is definitely lighter and airier. I like the changes.
Menu
The Brickland Bistro menu is limited, but there are plenty of choices including a nice variety of small bites, salads, and pizzas. There are also a number of sandwiches including chicken, burgers (beef & Beyond Meat). Additionally, the menu offers pasta, steak and fish.
I noticed when I checked the online menu prior to making the reservations that the menu had changed in the short time since Brickland Bistro first opened. Another friend told me later that evening at the theatre that the original chef had been replaced – which would explain the revised menu.
Food & Beverage
To start, I ordered a Sangria ($14) and my friend a Mango Mai Tai ($14) which we sipped while we looked over the menu. Both were excellent – but I thought a bit pricey.
For dinner that evening we decided to share a Charcuterie Board (cheese assortment, dry meat selection, fruit, house bread, crackers ($16) and the Chop Chop Salad (feta, olives, salami, tomatoes, cucumber, pepperoncini, red onion, house dressing) ($16).
While we enjoyed both dishes, I especially enjoyed the Charcuterie Board – it had been a while since I last had one. The Chop Chop Salad was good, but nothing out of the ordinary.
Service
Our waiter that evening was both attentive and efficient, despite it getting busier as the evening progressed. We appreciated that we had the time to relax while we chatted and ate, and still be able to get to the theatre on time.
To Sum Up
To sum up, Brickland Bistro made a very good first impression. I look forward to returning there soon to try some of the other items on the menu.
Update (2/3/2023)
Lunch on the Dog-Friendly Patio
Two friends and I recently enjoyed lunch at Brickland Bistro on a rainy Friday early afternoon. We were accompanied by my friends’ canine companion, so we asked to be seated on the (covered) patio. The patio was empty, but the staff soon had a table prepared for us and provided a bowl of water for the dog as well.
It did not take us long to make up our minds after we looked over the menu. The menu offerings are limited, but one is sure to find something that appeals. Our lunch order included:
- Brickland Grilled Cheese Sandwich (house blend of six cheeses & garlic puree on toasted sourdough served with fries and a side of tomato chutney dipping sauce) ($13).
- Fried Fish Tacos (Alaskan cod, pickled veggie slaw, chipotle crema, fruit salsa) ($12)
- Small Caesar Salad (romaine, parmesan, house croutons, Caesar dressing) ($8).
- Honey Chili Chicken Sando (fried chicken breast, garlic aioli, lettuce tomato, pickled slaw, honey chili sauce) ($16) with fries.
All four of our dishes received high marks. The two of us with fries happily munched on what we all agreed were especially good fries – thin and crispy. There were plenty to share with the other two in our party (the second being the dog who really likes his fries).
The one downside to my Honey Chili Chicken Sando was that it was rather messy due to the abundance of the delicious honey chili sauce! I made good use of my napkin.
This was the first time my two friends had been to Brickland Bistro, and they both commented that it would not be the last.
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Brickland Bistro Snapshot (as of 1/30/2023):
- 3301 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95816
- (916) 603-8883
- Hours (as of 9/12/2022): Monday: Closed; Lunch: Tuesday – Friday (11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.); Dinner: Tuesday – Thursday (4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.); Friday & Saturday (4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.); Sunday (4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
- Happy Hour: Tuesday – Friday (3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
- Outdoor patio, dog friendly
- Small parking lot & street parking
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