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Zocalo - University Village, Sacramento, CA

Zocalo - University Village

4.6
4.6
1834 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 32 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
Family friendly, great for groups, and a celebration destination known for its fine Mexican cuisine, happy hour, craft cocktails, and to-go—Zocalo UV opened up in the newly renovated University Village shopping center in January of 2018 based on the success of its Midtown and Roseville locations. Offered in a upscale yet casual setting with original artwork from Tlaquepaque, Mexico and a spacious patio—Zocalo’s warm hospitality, fresh regional Mexican food, and commitment to customer service are designed to transform the ordinary act of eating into an extraordinary and memorable experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (916) 252-0303
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Zocalo features many large party trays and group to-go options, including Door Dash, for in-home catering. Please visit zocalosacramento.com or give us a call at 916-252-0303 for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Zocalo University Village is East Sacramento's celebration destination for corporate events, birthday parties, wedding rehearsal dinners, and holiday parties. For more info, visit https://www.experiencezocalo.com/banquets.
  • Area
    Sacramento
  • Cross Street
    Fair Oaks
  • Parking details
    In addition to the many parking spaces at the University Village Shopping Center, guests may also find additional parking a five minute walk away on Scripts Drive and by using the UV Valet, which is available Wednesday-Friday from 11-1 and 4-10 and costs $5.00.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,834 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zocalo - University Village offers a vibrant dining experience with its "beautiful setting" and delectable Mexican-inspired dishes. Guests rave about the "amazing" guacamole and Baja Fish Tacos, while the creative cocktails, including "fabulous" margaritas, are a hit. Service is often praised as "outstanding," with staff like Kendyl and Katie highlighted for their attentiveness. Despite occasional service hiccups, the restaurant's lively atmosphere and flavorful menu make it a popular choice for both regulars and newcomers.

1,834 Reviews
  1. courtney

    VIP

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great meal. Super fast service, nice table, delicious cocktails and food.

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  2. Brenda

    Sacramento

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I used to favor this location for Happy Hour and special dates like Cinco de Mayo. Not any more. On our last visit, the greeters at the reception desk were warm and friendly, then it all went downhill. 1. As a smaller party of 4, we did not feel welcome; waiter ignored us a few times, was indifferent to our needs. 2. We had requested in advance a quiet spot for our hard of hearing guests and were escorted to a table top on the quieter side of the restaurant. However, the chairs were very uncomfortable, so we asked for a booth when one near us was vacated. We were told it was reserved (although we also had reservations), so we kept asking and were moved to another one near the rear door. It was much too cold. The staff kept saying they would close the door, but never did. We also saw other diners who were already seated at a table top move to the first booth we had requested. So much for reservations. 3. The Cadillac margaritas were good, as were the chips and salsa, but the entrees were bland, and the black beans, which I usually love, tasted like they came straight from a can; no seasoning. We dine together monthly at various local restaurants and all agreed there will be no need for a return visit to Zocalo.

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  3. Elaine

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food! A bit noisy, hard to hear friends around our table for 6. The wait staff is superb!

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  4. Scott

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Open Table reservation system was new to me and a bit confusing but I managed. Dress "code" is anything seems to go. I was overdressed. Menu always has good choices whether you eat meat or are a Veggie. Service was fast & food came out a little too soon and was not real hot but we managed. We were celebrating a 50th wedding anniversary which Zocola provided for us. Good place to celebrate events.

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  5. hank

    Sacramento

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, timing, and atmosphere was fantastic. Will definitely be back.

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  6. joseph

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    On 2 visits, we ordered guacamole dip and to our dismay, it arrived very late. When it did arrive, we ordered and in approximately 5 minutes, our meal arrived. The point is; no time to enjoy our appetizer…. Btw, the dip was merely so so-
    Zocalo - University VillageResponded on 21 November 2024
    Hello Joseph, My name is Alejandra, I'm one of the mangers. We appreciate our customer feed back and take very serious each one of our customers experience. We want to apologize for the manner in which each of your courses arrived. I will speak to the server that took care of you as well as our kitchen. Again, we apologize please come back again and on your next visit please ask for me. I'll make sure to swing by and make sure you have a great experience.

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  7. David

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. We had young kids and they got the food out quickly. Great experience for the whole family.

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  8. Regan

    VIP

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We went to lunch at Zocolo in University Village. The service is really good, along with the ambiance. At night it's too noisy, but it's ok for lunch. There were three of us, and we all had enchiladas which we were tasty. I've been here several times over several years and the chips that are put out on every table are always slightly stale. I have no idea why. So it's a three star occasion for me.

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  9. Cynthia

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    the customer service was outstanding....a breath of fresh air ! food and cocktails were great thank you for a nice evening makes me feel hopeful that service and attitude is not lost!!!

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  10. Silas

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Katie was our server at the UV location and let me tell you she hands down gave the best service I’ve ever had. She was attentive and checked in just enough. We will definitely be coming back because of KATIE!

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FAQs

Zocalo - University Village offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (916) 252-0303.

Zocalo - University Village is rated 4.6 stars by 1834 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zocalo - University Village

466 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825-5507

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Fair Oaks
  • Area
    Sacramento
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Regional Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    In addition to the many parking spaces at the University Village Shopping Center, guests may also find additional parking a five minute walk away on Scripts Drive and by using the UV Valet, which is available Wednesday-Friday from 11-1 and 4-10 and costs $5.00.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (916) 252-0303
  • Catering
    Zocalo features many large party trays and group to-go options, including Door Dash, for in-home catering. Please visit zocalosacramento.com or give us a call at 916-252-0303 for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Zocalo University Village is East Sacramento's celebration destination for corporate events, birthday parties, wedding rehearsal dinners, and holiday parties. For more info, visit https://www.experiencezocalo.com/banquets.
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