The Firehouse Restaurant

“An experience to experience. It was my first time and it was impressive. From being greeted by every employee to the impeccable service during the meal. And the food was worth every dollar paid. Go to Old Sac and make an unforgettable memory.”

“My fiancé and I had an AMAZING experience - from scheduling a reservation, the atmosphere, every single dish and the attentive staff. We would like to give a special thanks to Amanda and the surprise congratulations for our engagement. We will definitely be back and highly recommend!”

“🦃 Our Delightful Thanksgiving Dinner at The Firehouse Restaurant! 🦃 ​My wife and I chose The Firehouse for our Thanksgiving dinner this year, and it was a truly wonderful experience! ​The restaurant itself is located in a lovely, historic building with truly elegant decorations that made the evening feel very special. The ambiance was perfect for a holiday meal. ​From the moment we arrived, the service was excellent, attentive, and warm. We were especially impressed that the owner, Mario, and his wife were present, actively welcoming guests and taking the time to socialize. It added a wonderful personal touch to the whole dining experience. ​The food was outstanding. I had the traditional turkey dinner, which was delicious, and my wife absolutely loved her halibut. Everything was prepared beautifully and tasted superb. ​If you are looking for a special occasion spot with great history, atmosphere, impeccable service, and fantastic food, we highly recommend The Firehouse Restaurant! Thank you for a memorable Thanksgiving!”

“Fantastic time celebrating our anniversary here. All staff were incredibly welcoming, kind, and attentive to my dietary restrictions. Food was great, and we went overboard on the amazing desserts! Will definitely be back for another special occasion. It feels like Italian time here… some length between courses so just be patient and enjoy your company and the meal as it arrives.”

“Unfortunately, The Firehouse was a real disappointment—especially after reading so many great reviews and hearing it described as a Sacramento institution and one of the city’s top steakhouses. It started off on the wrong foot with a “pre-appetizer” that was literally a single, tiny slice of cucumber. That was honestly awkward. In 2026, at an upscale restaurant, this felt careless and almost insulting rather than thoughtful. The Firehouse Beef Tartare Cannoli just didn’t work. When you order beef tartare, you want to taste the meat. Instead, everything was taken over by a hard, flavorless cannoli shell that was unpleasant to bite into and didn’t add anything positive. The meat itself was fine, but nothing special, and the dish as a whole missed the mark. The baked potato was another letdown—very basic and outdated, like something you’d expect decades ago. A few burnt broccoli pieces on the plate didn’t help. Overall, it felt like a mediocre steak surrounded by sides that added no value. The atmosphere didn’t help either. The service felt rushed and impersonal, more like a fast-paced restaurant than a high-end steakhouse. On top of that, the dining room itself was cold, as if the heat wasn’t on, which made the experience uncomfortable. Dessert ended the night on a low note. The crème brûlée tasted old and bland and honestly just finished the meal on a bad note. Even the birthday touch felt off—the “Happy Birthday” message was printed on the plate, not handwritten. I’ve never seen that anywhere before, and it felt cheap and impersonal. I did enjoy the artwork throughout the restaurant, but overall this experience fell far short of many other steakhouses I’ve been to that do everything better. I can’t justify giving this place more than one star without insulting truly great steakhouses. My friends felt the same way.”