La Trattoria Bohemia

Czech restaurant · East Sacramento

La Trattoria Bohemia

Czech restaurant · East Sacramento

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3649 J St, Sacramento, CA 95816

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Authentic Czech & Italian dishes, known for goulash & schnitzel  

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3649 J St, Sacramento, CA 95816 Get directions

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$20–30 · Menu

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+1 916 455 7803
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$20–30 · Menu

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A long‑running East Sac original marrying Italian and Czech comfort food. Beloved by locals and noted in regional writeups, it pairs potato pancakes and schnitzel with house pastas and Roman‑style pizzas.

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Marianna Best

Google
This is for sure a hidden gem! I’m originally from Eastern Europe so I am always in search of good European food. This place is for sure the best one I have been to in California. Very good Czech food and the best draft Czech beer- those who have been to Czech Republic and loved their draft beer, this is a place for you! Also served in the classic Czech beer glass. All the food was amazing- huge portions, fresh. Huge variety of sides. The potato salad is my weakness and this one was so good! Amazing soft goulash and super crispy chicken schnitzel. And of course a cucumber and tomatoes platter- classic European side. Will definitely come back to try other dishes! Also was able to sit with the dog outside in the shaded area. Definitely checks this place out, prices are very reasonable too!

Mike Jackson

Google
Nice selection of Czech beers. Sadly they were out of my favorite Krušovice lager. Schnitzel and goulash were both rich and tasty. Kid menu ravioli was a hit with the kids. Not the largest portions, but nice to not over stuff. Sorbet dessert perfect ending.

T L

Google
Delicious food! Have never tried Czech food before and this blew me out of the water! Flavorful and filling. Chicken paprikash was a hit! Free and delicious homemade bread. Ruby was our waitress and she was so great! Good selection of beer and wine. We’ll be back!

Lev Tobias

Google
Very tasty food. Excellent, genuine service. Staff are energetic and happy you're there. Food quality and quantity are great. It's not cheap, but still a good value. Some of the best potato pancakes I've had. Will be back to try more

Angela Fish

Google
Just had lunch on this Friday afternoon. First time eating here and everyone loved it! Great Czech dishes and Italian dishes. Our party of 5 had both. We sat outside and it was lovely. The food was superb 👌. Our waitress was amazing. We will definitely be back.

Laurel

Google
The food is so delicious, there’s no way to order wrong here and you’re given reasonable portions for the price. We made a reservation and upon arriving it was busy making it hard to flag down a staff to seat us, as well as long gaps in between being seated, orders taken, or getting the check. We also talked to others who waited for long times, so be prepared for a wait of it’s busy(although it’s worth it!) The outdoor/indoor dining options are cozy and have a unique charm, we will be returning!

Shobhik Ghosh

Google
I've been there twice and loved it both times. The food is top-notch, and I can say you're better off going as a group of 3-4 purely so you can eat family style and mix and match, because literally everything I tried was worth ordering again. As to service, they're great about booking a table over the phone. And in person, similar great at being attentive at all the right times, knowledgeable about their menu and ingredients, etc - gracious hosts for sure! The space is cozy, and you might miss if you're driving by, but it's really well decorated and comfy. There's also a bar area with stools if you feel like perching on a barstool. I end up in Sac frequently, and this is quickly turning into one of my favorite spots to grab dinner. Easily recommend!

Kiana

Google
The food was delicious and the server was super nice! We had beef goulash and chicken paprikash, with potato pancakes as appetizer. Everything was good. The chicken paprikash was my favorite, creamy and so flavorful.
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Mary R.

Yelp
Excellent schnitzel! Loved the russian style potato salad on tbe side. Excellent selection of beers. Great service.
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Daisy M.

Yelp
Absolute best customer service from Devin. Such a fine young man!! It was our anniversary today and he treated us like gold!! Before we even mentioned our anniversary. That's just how wonderful he is! Unbelievable food, and service, SO good!! Thank you for the wonderful day, Devin. We will back soon! You made our anniversary even more special.
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Fabiola R.

Yelp
I really really wanted to enjoy this place , unfortunately this was not the case Although the customer service was lovely , there were still things they could improve on ( such as reservations; having table reserved & closed off for expected parties) - I called twice to get a reservation, first time they placed me on hold -2nd time it wasn't the friendliest When I got to the restaurant 15 minutes prior to reservation , the waitresses looked confused , they also didn't have a host / hostess My friend recommended this place but it did not hit the mark , menus could use some tlc , their drinks weren't all available Food : My friend got ravioli and for the price it did not seem fair , I got the chicken and it was very very very watery , the dessert was also tiny and just felt skimped through it all I took amazing photos but the flavor wasn't there
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Connie N.

Yelp
I must start with the amazing staff. The ladies there this evening could not have been warmer. While we had a reservation, there was still plenty of seating. They reserved a table by the window right next to the neon lights. Pass. The bruschetta appetizer, while a healthy portion was over run with garlic my husband ordered the sausage tray, with a variety of sausages. He thought it was just OK. They also serve four pieces of bread with butter to the table. I ordered the chicken schnitzel, which comes with roasted rosemary, potatoes, or potato salad and tomato cucumber side. I opted for the rosemary potatoes. Word to the wise.. go for the potato salad. The roasted potatoes were way overcooked and no flavor. My chicken schnitzel was a thinly horizontally, sliced chicken breast two piecesdeep-fried,, with two lemon wedges. The lemon juice over the schnitzel was good. But the chicken was so over fried it was very chewy. The tomatoes and cucumber side are extremely salty. The decor is mainly old Bavarian alcohol signs well the restaurant itself is small. It is quaint. For dessert, we opted for the tiramisu which tasted more like a putting ice cream cake. Pass on the tiramisu go for the cannoli. The best part of this place was the service and staff.We will give it a second chance and have something different. Possibly the pizza. It looked awesome.
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Adrian F.

Yelp
On a busy Wednesday night in Midtown, we were struggling to find a place with a reasonable wait. I scrolled through options in Yelp, and finally luckily stumbled on this great place. Czech and Italian options, and great beer! Our server, Cynthia was very attentive despite having a full house. Friendly frequent patrons we met whilst waiting outside gave us amazing recs! Love the bread side with garlic herb dipping sauce. The house salad was great as well. My selection of the sausage plate did not disappoint. The potato pancake side was incredible. I enjoyed both the wheat beer and the tripel. Overall, a very welcome place with the staff and patrons. We will definitely come back the next time in Sac!

Cate M.

Yelp
PSA: The prices on their website are less than the actual price in person. About a 10-15% increase. Our waitress was super lovely and fun to chat with. There was a delay with service and she gave us an extra of their signature dipping sauce which is amazing!! Our order was messed up, so they had to fix it and that took a little bit. But they gave us half off the entree for the issue, so that was very appreciated. The Penne Alfredo with sausage was fantastic. Very creamy and delicious. Portions are quite large so be prepared for leftovers!
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Todd M.

Yelp
Loved it! Let's start with my family and I went there during Ocktoberfest. The lederhosen was in full effect...Everywhere! Keep in mind this is a Czech place. It was kinda cool still though. I heard a lot of praise for this place so I was naturally very interested. I saw that they had a picture of stroganoff on their yelp so I naturally yearned for that. Unfortunately that is a seasonal dish. A little bummed out, the server offered a dish that wasn't on the menu, LIQUID BACON. He mentioned that it would be similar to stroganoff so I gave it a shot. Well, it's not anything like stroganoff but it was good. It was a pork fillet covered in melted cheese sprinkled with herbs, I ordered it with pasta and it came with asparagus wrapped in pancetta. It was delicious and very filling. All of the dishes come in a metal baking pan sitting on top of a wood cutting board. Its a fun presentation and all the servings were very large. Definitely more than 1 serving. They serve their dishes with fresh bread as well. We all ordered main entrees which were all very meat focused. They have several pasta dishes, soups, salads and appetizers. We tried out the potato pancakes and that was a really nice treat. I topped it off with one of their czech beers and it was an amazing cultural dining experience. I would definitely recommend it but if you do go, it is a smaller place and it gets quite busy and loud, just a FYI. However with the great service and Czech dishes they offer it is well worth your time to go check it out!
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Mikey J.

Yelp
La Trattoria is great! We really appreciated the authentic Czech-Italian decor and the signature Czech comfort food type dishes. The service was friendly and the prices were reasonable, with ample meat in the dishes. The beer selection is excellent, including several Czech beers and some other European options like Delirium Tremens. The dishes were flavorful and crowd pleasers. Think creamy sauces over casserole type dishes. Dishes we had were the chicken paprikash, fettuccini alfredo, and pork scallopini--all delicious with a similar tender meat style. For such great signature dishes, there were some things I felt could be better. We had the La Trattoria Salad which we found rather simple. Another small area for improvement--the bread came with firm disposable butter packets (almost unspreadable), and I felt a restaurant with such great meals would benefit from softened butter to compliment the bread. Nonethless, overall a great restaurant and glad I finally got to try it. I hear the pizza is excellent and I look forward to trying it.
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Jacky P.

Yelp
What a wonderful gem! Came on a Sunday afternoon and it was empty, but very nice inside. The decor and seating looks very elegant. Special shoutout to marlen and Marcos for making our visit spectacular and accommodating! They were super friendly, attentive, and just overall amazing servers. I ordered some calamari and it was perfect, I love that it actually tastes like calamari and not just bread. We also settled on the chefs special and it was superb. Their pasta is made fresh in house and you can just taste the difference from other Italian restaurants. I added some pepper flakes and parmesan and it made it all the better. I would've loved to try some Czech dishes, but that will have to be for another visit!
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Terry B.

Yelp
The staff here are always so friendly and quick to assist. This is a small spot, but the food quality is really great. The food comes out piping hot and well presented. There is also an extensive European beer and wine menu. I keep meaning to go back to try the pizza as everyone around us had them and they looked so good. Thanks for always doing right by your customers and being so friendly. Combined with really great food, it makes going here worth it.
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Will P.

Yelp
This is good eating. A small, neighborhood restaurant, everything we ate was best of. The exception here, and it was really a matter of preference, I think, was the chicken paprikash. We were turned off by the amount of harissa flavor. Maybe I just don't like chicken paprikash? The Bavarian Goulash and cheese tortellini with aglio e oglio should not be missed.
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Raheem A.

Yelp
One of the benefits of having friends unlike yourself, is that they challenge you to explore experiences that take you out of your comfort zone. This was definitely the case when one of me & my wife's favorite couples invited us to La Trattoria Bohemia for lunch. If my 40 year old self would have told my 20 year old self that I would eventually try Czech and Italian cuisine, I would have laughed in my face. Thankfully, I have a wife and friends who have gently encouraged me to try new things. Upon entering the restaurant, we were warmly greeted by an employee named Devin who seated us in the near-empty restaurant. Initially, I was a bit concerned about how empty the restaurant was (maybe an indication of the quality of food and service). However, I was relieved when small groups began trickling in. Also, I was intrigued by how familiar (first name basis familiar) the staff are with their return customers. Like the Cheers theme song goes, "sometimes you wanna go where everybody knows your name and they're always glad you came! We placed an order of the calamari to share and I placed an order for the meat ravioli with two bratwurst sausages. To quench my thirst, I ordered a passionfruit brew that was on the special drink menu. Roughly 15 minutes later, our orders were being delivered to the table. I knew that I made the right decision when I smelled and tasted my order, each ravioli was hot and bursting with flavor! The calamari was a favorite with everyone at our table and we were all surprised to learn that the dip provided was ranch (delicious by the way), not tartar sauce. Devin did a great job of checking in on us throughout the experience and almost convinced us to have dessert (we were too full for that)! I definitely would recommend this establishment to my family and friends, my wife and I look forward to making a return visit!
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Judi M.

Yelp
My first visit to La Trattoria Bohemia was a great experience. We didn't have a reservation so we got sat in the back patio. The October evening wasn't so cold and they had curtains up and heaters on. My friend and I went to try their vegan lasagna for the Vegan Chef Challenge. My friend pronounced the lasagna magnificent and hoped they would put it in their regular menu. I got the sausage platter which truly lived up to its name. It had 2 sausages (bratwurst & weibwurst) along with a very generous helping of cabbage and potato pancakes. Suffice it to say, we both enjoyed our meals which we paired with a dark Czech beer. However, our second meal didn't go as well. We learned our lesson and made reservations to secure a table inside. My friend called ahead to ask if they had the vegan lasagna. They didn't but had vegan cheese for either pasta or pizza. When we arrived, we promptly seated and beer orders taken. My friend once again inquired about the vegan cheese. Our server want to the kitchen and assured us they had vegan cheese. She ordered the fettucine and I got the chicken picate. My meal arrived in the same sized platter as the sausage platter. It had 2 generous portions of chicken along with roasted potatoes. However, my friend's meal was a bust. When it arrived, there was no cheese, just fettucine noodles with vegetables, no sauce. We asked about this and they said they ran out of vegan cheese. We were incredulous because we asked about it right before we ordered and they told us they had it. They also charged her full price for a dish that had no protein. The inside of the restaurant is very small with tables practically touching each other. It was like playing a same of twister trying to get in and out of our table by the corner. If you are seated near the entrance, which we were, each time the door opened, you'd get blasted by cold wind. Parking in this area is a total pain. I usually give myself at least 15 minutes to try and find it. Sometimes I'll get luck during the weekdays, but the weekends are another story.
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Julie S.

Yelp
I can't believe I haven't written a review before now for this great spot. I've been eating here for years. I started with their pizzas long ago. They were always my go to dishes for years but I've finally opened myself up to their fabulous Czech meals. I can't recommend these enough to all of you. The meals are plentiful and reasonably priced since you can get two meals out of one dish. I've tried the chicken schnitzel, chicken piccata and the beef goulash. The sides you get with each are equally tasty and are great accompaniments to the mains. Service has always been friendly and prompt and the ambiance is like being in a European eatery. Don't forget to try the Czech beers. Yum!
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Erin M.

Yelp
Hungarian meets Italian cuisine! I adore the Hungaian dishes of potato pancakes, schnitzel and goulash. The pizza looks amazing. This is a hidden gem, not to locals, and you can't beat the Czech beer and great service. Make this a fun date night!
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Denise J.

Yelp
It's been years since I've dined at this cozy and delicious restaurant! I met up with a friend who was in town for business and this seemed like the perfect place to catch up with him. We shared the Chopsky Salad, which was fresh and crunchy and topped with the perfect amount of feta. He had the ravioli dressed with pesto and I had the Chicken Paprikash. The servings were huge and the food tasty. Our server was attentive in just the right way! I also love that the tables were nicely spaced. I didn't feel like I was packed in like sardines. Next time you want a home cooked meal in a cozy atmosphere, stop by the Sacramento institution!
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Jax T.

Yelp
I tried this restaurant for the Sacramento Vegan Chef Challenge and I was not disappointed. I had the vegan fettuccine and vegan lasagna. Both were so delicious!! And I loved how saucy the lasagna was! The inside is very cute and the service was also great. (instagram: jax.vegan.eats)
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Sal E.

Yelp
Great service great location great food easy parking! Devin great service. We ordered the pizza, can't go wrong.
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Kenny M.

Yelp
Really Good Pizza the Margarita Pizza is super Good .. my people like the other type of food they serve .. I should live my comfort Zone some evening and try the pork breaded schnitzel looks really Good .. not a really big place so if you're going to go in a big group I would call ahead .. I would call anyway they get busy after 5pm
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Anabel U.

Yelp
You've probably driven past this restaurant a thousand times and never stopped in, but you should. While parking can be difficult, the food is amazing and staff is very welcoming and warm. There is both indoor and outdoor seating available, and while outdoor would be nice it was a bit chilly so we opted to sit inside. The restaurant was busy but it wasnt loud so you could still hear the person next to you talking. My pasta was massive that at first I was shocked of the size, but it was amazing. The sauce paired well with the arugula and tomatoes. We also opted for a bruschetta appetizer which was tasted fresh.
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Carrie B.

Yelp
Great food, great wine and amazing service experience. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes. Love this place!

J J.

Yelp
Great that this place is local and not a chain! It was a Friday night so they were a little busy, it's expected; we waited about 20 minutes and got our table. Table was wiped down, but it was still dirty (oily residue and some food crumbs); then the water came, 2 out of the 4 glasses were dirty (lipstick stains), I think they took them out of the dishwasher and don't wipe them down. They brought us out two new glasses. Food was pretty basic in terms of flavor (to each their own). Glad we tried it but won't be back.
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Denise K.

Yelp
Found this through Yelp when one person in our party wanted spatzle and it didn't disappoint. 4 plates of food ordered and shared by all starting with a shared appetizer of potato pancakes served with applesauce and sour cream. Potatoes cooked nice and crisp and not oily Chicken Schnitzel with red pepper cream sauce, spaetzle with gravy and a cucumber salad hit the mark of the dish we came in for. 2nd plate included tender beef goulash in a rich gravy, served with green beans and warm red cabbage. All were a hit as were the 1st ever taste of Czech dumplings (explained as steamed) very tender 3rd dish of pork picate with white wine caper sauce was lightly sautéd and accompanied by a tangy caper sauce. Warm cabbage was seasoned welUndercooked Roasted red potatoes were the only miss on this plate. Final dish was daily special of rabbit with mashed potatoes. All agreed the rabbit was dry (though only one member of party had rabbit before so maybe that's rabbit?). Plating was unique and portions sizes large Everyone had leftovers for another meal. Service very pleasant and attentive.
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Daniel M.

Yelp
I don't normally leave reviews, but this place really skimpt on my meal when I placed a take out order. I ordered the beef goulash for $26 and got 5 small chunks of beef, a small side of red cabbage and probably like 10 green beans. Plus my "Czech dumplings" never made it to my plate. Maybe it would have been different to dine in, but I don't think I'll give it another try. My father in laws Fettuccini Alfredo looked ok, but that was super overpriced as well, $26 for pasta is crazy! Paesano's in Midtown is far superior for Italian food and not as expensive.
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Kylie S.

Yelp
I have seen this place on Social Media several times and my out of town sister had a co worker who stopped in and recommended it to her. We made a reservation for 6 people for 6:30 and when we got there, all except one table was full. The restaurant itself is quite small with an additional 4 tables outside. The inside is very European looking and reminded me so much of my visit to Prague. The menu has a mix of Czech and Italian options and they can do their pasta and pizza gluten free! Devin took care of us and he was absolutely wonderful! He mentioned they were understaffed but we never would have known if he didn't say so. He handled it very well and we all just loved him. We shared their salad special and some of the Bruschetta. I ordered a Czech chicken dish that had a creamy mushroom sauce. It came with potatoes and sauerkraut and was so delightful. As much as we wanted to try dessert, we were stuffed! It's such a cool spot in East Sac but I HIGHLY recommend making reservations
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Ben T.

Yelp
This place was great, and immediately moved toward the top of my favorite places in the city. Central Europe has some amazing food, and outside of German food, doesn't get enough recognition for the wonderful dishes found in those countries. After having traveled to the region, I've been hoping to find a place locally that does the cuisine justice. This place has been on my radar for years, I just haven't had the opportunity and timing to go until now. I wish I had been sooner. The staff was great and friendly, but the food was the shining star for me. The food took me back and made me want to book a ticket to Central Europe immediately. For now, I'll settle with having this gem in our backyard. The paprikash transported me, and the wonderful memories I have of the countries in the region. It's making my mouth water, thinking about the dish. I'll have to go back and have it specifically now. The dumplings took me there too, and I can't wait to go back. There are a variety of dishes on the menu, including a strong Italian presence. My goal is to knock out all the Central European dishes, with me heavily eyeing the goulash for the next go round.
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Luis R.

Yelp
My favorite service Norma !!!!I had the pleasure of dining at this European restaurant once again, and as always, I received outstanding service. My server, who has known me for over 10 years, was exceptionally attentive and welcoming. She remembered exactly what I like -- penne pasta and a glass of Merlot -- and made the experience feel personal and special. It's rare to find this level of consistency and care. Highly recommended.
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Joye B.

Yelp
Finally got to try this place and it sure didn't disappoint! Food was fantastic. Our table had the chicken paprikash and gnocchi. Both were flavorful with excellent texture. Good selection of beers and wines. We had an early dinner so it was empty but cute space and attentive waitress. We all agreed we would be back, great homemade comfort food!
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Patsy C.

Yelp
Came back again and was going to get the chicken paprikas, but then saw it as a pizza! What?? Had to try it and it did not disappoint!! Prefer the dish by itself instead on a pizza, but it was delish! I love the crust! You should make a reservation because the place is small and quaint and always packed! The servers are so nice too!
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Spinach B.

Yelp
It was my first time here with my husband, on a weekday afternoon on a torrential rainy day in March. Warm servers, greeted and we were seated promptly. Place was almost full. Place offers lots of vegetarian options and substitutes on requests. All the food we ordered were excellent! From the starters to entrees to our dessert. Everything was simply amazing. The service on the other hand was extremely slow. Only 2 servers in the entire restaurant (indoors, outdoor dining was closed due to rain). If you plan on dining here be sure to have your patience and lot of time, as the food is definitely worth the wait.
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Tony M.

Yelp
Wow! What a wonderful dining experience. Unique delicious cuisine served in a creative way. Come hungry because the portions are very generous. The service was also fantastic. We felt we were treated like family. If you live in, or are visiting Sacramento, don't miss this place.
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S W.

Yelp
Relatively small restaurant so definitely recommend calling for reservations ahead of time. Overall great experience. I got the sea bass special which was really good. Another in my party got a pork dish which was a pretty large portion and very tasty as well. They even have a decently priced kids menu with several types of pasta.

Mika M.

Yelp
Excellent food. Had the sausage platter. Will definitely be back to try some other dishes when I am in the neighborhood.
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Frank Lloyd W.

Yelp
Usually a good experience with potato pancakes and pasta. But their panini is awful and overpriced. Very disappointing.
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Dave P.

Yelp
We've been there twice now, and haven't ventured on to the Italian side of the menu. We have enjoyed the Eastern European dishes including sausages, goulash, dumplings and more. Friendly servers.

Vonnie F.

Yelp
First to be seated at opening and still had to wait an hour for food. Food wasn't served together, which left one of us watching the rest eat. 3 out of 4 of us got violently ill. We finally figured it out...three of us that had potato salad, which was good, but we are the ones that got sick. There was also someone taking pictures of work that needed to be done.

Ethan H.

Yelp
This is a must go place on any trip to Sacramento. It has all the ambiance of an actual trattoria in Italy, and the food was of highest quality. We enjoyed appetizers of fried calamari and the brusceta, both of which were flavorful and delicious! The calamari was perfectly crispy and thalassic. Everyone enjoyed their food and I personally had the pork picate, which was absolutely divine. Not to be up stood by the food, the service was stellar. Devin took superb care of us even though the place was super busy, and his personal touches on the service, down to serving us with his favorite glass and breaking out the special goblets for the Underberg aperitif we washed our meal down with was icing on the cake. I will recommend this as one of my favorite restaurants of all time and my visit will be long remembered in my memories.
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Kristin N.

Yelp
The inside is very intimate. The servers are very involved. The complimentary bread and butter was cold. Soup of the day was ordered but not pictured, which was ordinary tasting. The Czech beers were delicious and the Czech main entrees were good. Sour cream is used comparatively to ketchup. The sauerkraut is cooked with various flavors that give it a more palatable taste than typical American cooking methods. I liked the Baravarian goulash more so than the chicken dish.
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Andrea G.

Yelp
I want to start by saying that the food here was five star for sure!!! I had the chicken paprika with a dinner salad and both were amazing. Everyone in my party of four enjoyed their meals. The reason I did not give a five star rating is because the acoustics are terrible. You can hardly hear yourself think let alone enjoy a conversation with somebody else at your table. Some of the tables are so close to the front door that the people coming in just about trip over you and the cold air from outside blows in every time somebody opens and shuts the entry door. It is very small. You need a reservation and they do not have the table ready when you arrive , which is sort of a good thing because they do not rush you when you are eating just because they have someone waiting. However, they have nowhere for you to wait. You have to leave the restaurant and they do not have a beeper or anything to alert you when the table is ready. You have to just keep coming back to check to see if your table is available yet. Service is friendly but not attentive. Again, the food is fantastic.!!!
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Laurie M.

Yelp
This boutique size restaurant offered some uncommon dishes for Sacramento. I finally satisfied my curiosity about Chicken Paprikash. The chicken was very tender, the sauce was creamy with a very mild taste (I would have preferred a bit more savory) and the pasta tasted very fresh. I finished the dinner with a traditional NY style cheesecake. The service was a little sketchy as the waitress forgot to place or order for the appetizer and we had a miscommunication about expecting to receive this order even if our entree arrived first. We brought our own wine and paid a reasonable corkage fee but after the first glass we had to pour our own wine thereafter. Not the worst thing for this small under staffed restaurant. Parking is a challenge, it's best to arrive after 6 pm when 30 minute curbside parking is off the clock.
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Jen L.

Yelp
We came here on a Saturday night. It was really busy and we had to wait about 5 minutes for them to set up our table for our 5 person reservation. Other tables got turned away every once in awhile because even the counter was full. The service was really friendly. Devon was great throughout the night though service was spotty at times. It took awhile for the second glass of wine to show up and we ordered dessert to share but the servers forgot the extra spoons so we had to wait to enjoy. The restaurant has gluten free options and were very accommodating which was super awesome. We had the Caprese and Bohemian Potato Pancakes both GF and were delicious. I highly recommend the pancakes that came with salmon and capers. The salad was really big. Portions overall at this restaurant are large. My friends had the Sausage Platter and Clam Chowder. They very much enjoyed them. My husband had the Beef Goulash. I had the Chicken Paprikash served with GF pasta and my son had a GF Salami Pizza. Our bellies were happy. The Goulash and Chicken were delicious with unique flavors. We ended the night with a Bindi Bomba which was a chocolate sphere filled with Spumoni Ice Cream. Yummy!
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Daniel A.

Yelp
Very friendly service. Usually prompt as well. Very chill and pleasant ambience. The pizza is always amazing. Especially the chicken paprikash! The beer is very good. Def recommend going with the full liter aka Das Boot!
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James R.

Yelp
I think the first time I'd eaten at La Trattoria was around 1998. I remember it making me happy because there wasn't a lot of Czech places in Sacramento area ( RIP Little Prague in Davis and Cafe Marika in Midtown (Hungarian bit similar dishes to LTB), but I digress). This place hasn't changed much since 1998 and I mean this in a good way. The beef goulash tastes virtually the same since I first had it. The chicken paprikash taste the same, too. The bread they give you is also fluffy yet substantial. The price point for their entrees are fair and made with care. I love these Czech/Bavarian/Hungarian staples here and I'm glad this place is still a part of the Sacramento landscape.
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Juliette S.

Yelp
Decided to come here for my Dad's birthday lunch. I made reservations beforehand, and when we arrived our table was ready and we were greeted at the door! We ordered the combination pizza. It was made with quality ingredients and absolutely delicious! Our waitress was incredible and it was ALSO her birthday!!! We had an incredible time! One of my favorite spots to eat in East Sac!!!
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Kallie P.

Yelp
Cute, chill little spot. The service was very friendly and the food was generous portions. we had the potato pancakes, which were OK. The potato salad was good but nothing special. The beef goulash was good. I would order again. Overall, a fun restaurant with friendly wait staff, good food, and a chill vibe.

James S.

Yelp
Looking at the comments, I see a lot of people gave 1 stars because Trattoria holds empty tables for a long time for people who "are coming." Up to a half hour late, they still turn away walk-ins with empty tables sitting right there. Of course, the advertising sandwichboard remains on the sidewalk, advertising food that you can't have.
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Darwin P.

Yelp
Me and my girlfriend came here to celebrate our one year and a half! It was definitely a different experience, as we've never had Czech type food. I had made a reservation, and we pulled up at around 7PM. It's a small shop located in the heart of Sacramento, but it's a beauty inside. I went with the chicken paprikash, which is a chicken type stew composed of chicken and veggies. What a different flavor, but it was delicious. Portion was very generous, so I was full by the end of the meal. Pairing it with a wine, it was a top tier food experience we won't forget. The waitress was super nice and gave us the recommendations we needed, including that chocolate cake that just melted away in our mouths with every bite. I can't believe this nice, local business isn't talked about more in Sac, but I'll make sure to recommend it!
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Eva W.

Yelp
This is the first time trying this place. The staff was very nice. We ordered some bruschetta, it was ok, very garlicy. My husband ordered the soup. He liked that. I ordered the Chicken alfredo, it tasted ok. The dish came with a lot of chicken. The flavor of the alfredo, tasted like it was missing something. Maybe a little bland. My daughter ordered the raviolis. She did not like it. The raviolis were thick and chewy. I tasted it too and it was awful. My husband ordered the beef goulash for his dinner, he liked it. He never had goulash before, but he liked it. Overall, the place is ok. I came to try it and probably wouldn't choose to go back.
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Gina M.

Yelp
They served a VEGAN meat in the tomato soup. The soup listed was potato and mushroom, which I had before. I ordered soup to go and the way gave me tomato. I took it back because there was sour cream on the top and I don't eat meat or cream. I told them this and they apologized and gave me a container with no sour cream on the tomato soup. No, they didn't say there was meat. I got home and had about half of it before I realized there were very tiny chewy pieces. Sun dried tomatoes? Why would this be meat? Who the F*** puts meat in tomato soup???? I called to inquire and the girl had to ask the kitchen. WTF!? This is sooooooo wrong. Either you serve the soup you list available or you make sure people know what they're getting. I will NEVER return and will tell others not to. Service is extremely slow also.