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The Waterboy: Traveler Reviews

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4.5 of 5 stars 39 ratings
39 ratings
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#6 of 924 restaurants in Sacramento
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  • Cuisines: American, French, Italian, Californian
  • Price range*: $18-$30
  • Special features: Romantic, Child-friendly

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Reviews of The Waterboy

( 5-9 of 19 )
“No Question this is as good as it comes”

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5 of 5 stars
Oxford, England
Apr 7, 2008

The previous reviewers have been spot on with their assessments of this really good restaurant.
We have been on an extended 11 week tour of The States and can say with absolute certainty that this was the best meal of our entire trip. Overall we have been most impressed by the standard of cuisine in The States and none more so than in this delightful restaurant. Ambiance almost perfect, enhanced by the knowledge and courtesy of the staff. Michael, our waiter, clearly enjoyed his work, and guided us through the menu and wine list with a real knowledge of all the items on offer. He assessed our needs and preferences to perfection and certainly we ended up by making all the right choices on what was an extensive menu and wine list. The sweetbreads and steak tartar were as good as you will eat anywhere in France, as were the anchovies and seared scallops served with a perfect risotto. The meal did not break the bank either. Qualite prix, as the french say---you certainly have it here.

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“Very pricey, which...”

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Mar 7, 2008

Very pricey, which wouldn't be a big deal if the food was great but it's just good. Service was ok and ambiance was very nice

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“I had a wonderful lunch...”

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Mar 7, 2008

I had a wonderful lunch here.

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“Nice...I wasn't that...”

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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Mar 2, 2008

Nice...I wasn't that impressed with the food.

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“Good, quaint...”

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 28, 2008

Good, quaint ... delicious, fresh food. Went here with a large party and was taken care of well. A very good restaurant for the Sacramento area.

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( 5-9 of 19 )
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2000 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA 95814-4215
Tel: (916) 498-9891 Fax: 916 498 9893
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.