Revival

Thank you Dustin! Recommended and can see why! Delicious cocktails and decor. Upon entering, you feel the vibes from the pool and the sun and that can be a nice feeling on a Taco Tuesday. Cheers and Enjoy!

Place is pretty nice and it was pretty crowded on a Saturday night which I was expecting. I do like the cheesecake though very delicious, although I devoured most of it lol.

FYI* If you are traveling from another country make sure you have a US identification. I have never experienced a manager telling someone they could not enter a bar or facility because they don’t have a US identification. We had a friend coming from overseas to travel and they were not let into this place because his identification was not from the United States. This is the capital of California one of the most diverse places in the world, how could they not accept international identifications.

We had an amazing experience at this bar! Despite the busy crowd, the drinks were absolutely fabulous. We visited during the Kings and Warriors championship game, so the rush was expected. The pool area offers a wonderful view of DOCO, with plenty of covered seating to relax in. The full bar offers a wide range of drinks and the food is delicious. Even better, you don't have to be a hotel guest to enjoy it. The ambiance is enjoyable and the clean restrooms were a nice touch. We plan on returning to this gem again and again! Just note that there isn't ideal parking nearby, however, you can validate parking in the parking garage.

I booked a table for my fiancés bday to try their Taco Tuesday menu. Everything started out great, drinks were good and the staff was very nice. We all ordered our food (tacos) and half of our party received their food while the rest of us sat for over an hour waiting. Mind you there was another larger party in the restaurant but it was not a full house. That party came well after us but had food coming while again we waited for our food. Then we were told they had to make that party’s food first then make ours, oh and they ran out of plates. When we finally got our food it was cold, and the tacos were not the same as the ones the previously brought out. It felt like we got the leftover scraps from the kitchen. No manager came to apologize and I had to ask for our late food to be comped. Just disappointed because any other restaurant someone would have come and offered us at least an apology. Our waitress did her best but it’s not her fault food wasn’t ready. I just think this could’ve been handled better because now we don’t even want to come back and this was all our first experience at this restaurant. We still made the best of the time but it sucks they lowkey messed up my man’s bday dinner. The manage definitely should have come by and spoken to us. I’ll stick to the restaurants I know from now on, it’s unfortunate because we live walking distance and were excited to try this place out. But no thank you if that’s how they choose to operate.

First time here was a good experience, don't have to be a quest for visit this roof top bar. Love the cute chair settings. Nice pool in the middle (pool closed at 7pm however the roof top balcony is open at 7pm) there is gas fire pits on the outside. Rest rooms are pretty clean. The drink so great so delicious, I recommend the midnight dream drink. Food and drinks are $$. But a night we'll spent for our 11 year anniversary dinner.

If you are willing to spend the money this place is great.. food and cocktails poolside. Staff always friendly.

We actually got engaged at this place, They would not let me in with my documented service animal this time.They don’t seem to know the difference between an emotional support animal and a service animal. If you have some sort of handicap you might not be welcomed at this place. Very disappointing and will have to file a complaint officially as this is a hotel that is not supposed to discriminate.

Recommended and can see why! Delicious cocktails and decor. Upon entering, you feel the vibes from the pool and the sun and that can be a nice feeling on a Taco Tuesday. Cheers and Enjoy!

We were excited to head to Revival to celebrate a birthday tonight. We made a reservation online for 4pm for an outdoor spot. We arrived right as they opened at 4pm and were the first guests in. They informed us there was no outdoor seating until 7pm, which was one of my main reasons we chose this spot. We were seated inside which was still beautiful and comfortable. We ordered within the first five minutes, still the only people to have ordered and our drinks took 32 minutes to come out. The manager noticed, and told us they were on their way. But a little too late. We ordered three cocktails and a glass of wine, they were out of the first two wines I requested. After the long delay they did give a generous wine pour. Two of the three cocktails were really good, the third was very bad and was almost untouched. We saw our server twice - to take our order and give us the bill. Someone else delivered our drinks. All in all bad service. The manager tried, but didn't make enough of an effort to make up for the experience. We visit the Kimpton where we live often and were excited to try this but it was a huge miss. Very disappointing.

This is my second time coming to Revival, but first time trying their food and drinks. Revival is located inside the Sawyer Hotel which is across from Golden 1. The views are so nice, being a rooftop bar, but also having an indoor area. I ordered the flourless chocolate cake as well as the White Velvet drink. The White Velet had coding blanco, coconut, lime juice, pomegranate, and cointreau. I was not the biggest fan of the taste of the drink, although I always appreciate drinks with pebble ice. The chocolate cake was okay, however, the service was very slow, and for the price, I expected the slice to be a little bigger. I would recommend Revival just for the great views.

We got here right at 4 pm when they open and they were immediately getting busy. It's a great chill place to grab drinks and have a snack or two. It's within Kimpton hotel so you can park in the DOCO parking garage which is very convenient. It did take some time for our drinks to come out but the staff were nice. I do love the ambience inside, modern but laid back. Would come back for happy hour!

The girls and I came here for the roof top bar and had a blast. I had the wedge salad with chicken, lobster roll and a glass of prosecco. We also had a plate of fries that were not a full plate. The manager addressed the fries which made it better. Great atmosphere and nice staff we'll come back soon.

I stopped in during a work trip and enjoyed lovely solo dinner. The vibe is darling, cute and pink and super girly. It faces the pool so until feel like you're on a vacation. I enjoyed a few apps including their meatballs and mezza dip. Don't miss out on this hidden gem located at the Kimpton Sawyer.

So I got here about 20 min ago and me and my husband ordered something. I'm not even done half way with my drink and a bartender is already having me pay. I guess they don't want my business if they want me to go so bad keep in mind this want out bartender someone else who came to bring the tab which was a girl with blond highlight in her hair. It was my husband and I date night and I felt rush to get out .

The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel January Monday 2/3/2025 Happy Hour 5:00 pm. We had the oysters, they were okay. Not the best I've had but hey it's happy hour. $2.00 for each. Service was Peter and another guy, both were attentive. It wasn't busy at all. Their Casa Dragones tequila was $130 a shot. That's a bit pricy when you can buy the whole bottle for that. But, hey- they have it! The ambiance was peaceful. There's many places to sit and explore. Looking out the window was lovely. Better service than food. I'm a truth teller as I see it. Would love to hear your thoughts. Good Day to all!

Revival is hands-down one of the best spots in Sacramento for a stylish night out or a laid-back afternoon with friends. Located on the rooftop of the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, it offers stunning views of downtown and the Golden 1 Center. The seating is comfortable, and the ambiance is elevated with soft lighting, good music, and an overall modern aesthetic. Their craft cocktails are on point--creative, balanced, and beautifully presented.

Pineapple sherbet was off the hook ! The vibe was great ! I would come again. The server was super nice and friendly

Hands down my favorite bar in sac. Whether it's a chill relaxing day or coming on a weekend night i always enjoy the atmosphere (so beautiful) and it never seems too packed. The views are my absolute favorite. Their drinks are always good

If you have a disability you might not be welcome, maybe it's private owned not really sure.

Fantastic spot for drinks and dinner roof top views sexy pool area the decor is outstanding great job. Drinks are delicious the staff is very welcoming and professional. Love the Taco and margarita specials check it out I really enjoyed myself

My guess is that your experience is based on who you interact with. Find Jerry. He's the best bar tender I've interacted in a few years

Drinks were so damn good . Service was a bit lacking but it was a busy Saturday evening . The cauliflower appetizer was so damn good as well . Was my first visit but won't be my last . The ambiance was so nice the landscaping and decor was great . A nice date night or even a girls night vibe you'll find here !

What a fun spot! I came here to grab a drink with a friend and it was both our our first times. It's pretty easy to get to. There is an elevator in the Sawyer lobby right at the entrance, and you take it to the thirst floor to get to Revival. Upon arrival we were greeted by a hostess. We had a reservation so we had no waiting period. We were seated at a booth, and helped within five minutes. The cocktails are pretty pricey ($18 each for the Pink Panthers). although, they are super tasty! We loved the Pink Panthers. It does have egg in it which I thought was interesting. The ambience is truly unmatched. There is a beautiful view of DOCO, and huge pool, vibey lighting, good music, and beautiful decor. It's an indoor-outdoor set-up, so the patio was partially covered and partially not. I love it. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!

Not much to say about the place. There was a dozen of us. Gave us a hard time to get in. And when we get in, we're we're brought to the outdoor table/cabana. We're chose three different alcohols we were planning to order. But then we get told there is no bottle service. NO BOTTLE SERVICE!! The place is nicely decorated and the rooftop was somewhat aesthetically pleasing. That's bout it.

Hip bar upstairs at the Sawyer Hotel across from Golden One Arena is a perfect spot to grab a drink before the game. You take the elevator up to the third floor from the hotel lobby. There is an expansive pool deck with lounge chairs and fire pits overlooking DoCo Plaza and the Arena. They serve plastic cups so you can take your drinks outside. Bar and outdoor seating is open, table seating inside is hosted. We ate half dozen oysters and drank a few adult beverages. Sonya assisted us at the bar and was very helpful. On game nights they have a few specialty purple cocktails made with lavender syrup - go Kings!

This place is a joke. Upon arrival to the Kimpton no one greeted us or even bothered to open the door. So much for a luxury hotel. Came to Revival after work on a Wednesday to meet some friends. Instead of being greeted I was asked for Identification. ( my Girlfriends I was meeting did not have to show ID). Upon opening my purse I realized I didn't have my Drivers License. I told the Bartender I have a digital copy and asked if she would accept this. She said she was ok with it but would need to ask her manager. The Manager couldn't even give me the decency of a conversation, she just said no and looked down I told the bartender I didn't know I needed Identification to Dine here on a Wednesday afternoon. So I left. I totally understand it's on me for not having my ID, however, the rudeness from the waitress was unreal. The place down the street happily took the digital copy of my identification - so I don't get the issue to eat at a restaurant. I won't be back here or ever to stay at the Kimpton. Downtown Sacramento is dying and this is exactly why. Lack of customer service.

It's a vibe! Love the decor and the ambiance. Feels super upscale. It's very intimate to me. It's the bar/lounge of the hotel Sawyer, but feels like a place of its own. It's open to the public you don't have to be staying at the hotel to visit. Go during sunset golden hour, the views are spectacular. The pool outside just makes it feel so calm. They do serve food not just bar drinks. Bartenders are work fast but usually attentive. The drinks are okay. Presentations always a 5/5 and it's tasty, but not much alcohol. I'd recommend this spot if you're looking for low key atmosphere for a small talk or relaxed night. Not so much for a bar night out. Maybe you can start here but won't be the vibe you're looking for for an actual night out. There is music but it's more of a lounge.

Revival is always such a fun vibe - love the cute aesthetics. Have been here several times for cocktails before a night out/concert and recently checked out the wreath making series. Recommend doing valet for sure!

Cool rooftop bar in downtown Sacramento right near Golden 1 Center. Relaxed vibe with low tables and couches. Had some drinks and light apps. Big plus is they have crushed ice-- always a win. Cheddar cheese plate and bread was legit a half slice of American cheese and dried bread-- could pass on that one. Caesar salad was good and spicy!

No reservation required. Great rooftop location -- overlooks Golden 1 Center exterior. Small bites in menu is great! GAMBAS AL AJILLO is herb & butter shrimp with baguette slices. Light and filling. Very yummy. For their PICA, they had prosciutto wrapped-honeydew melon slices. I should have stopped here, but I ordered while I was hungry so I also had SALPICON which were octopus slices on a bed of veggies. My server was super friendly, fast and accurate. Space is beautiful.

Love this place. The staff is super friendly and the food is amazing. The pool is perfect for some rooftop fun too. Nothing like having the best of both worlds in one place. I will be back for tiki night Thursday June 13th!

Me and some coworkers came into revival yesterday and got a round of drinks through Adam. His service was great, good banter and has a unique approach to bartending. He claims to enjoy to turn something that people stay away from into something that anyone would enjoy. He had his own whiskey cocktail on the menu and it was delicious. Hope he gets his props.

I was looking for a rooftop bar near DOCO and wanted to try this place out. The hotel was very nice looking and luxurious on our way up to the bar. When we arrived we were greeted and sat at one of the sofa couches. We ordered two cocktails which were delicious. We were checked on frequently and the servers were knowledgeable and accommodating. It was raining so we couldn't fully enjoy the rooftop bar but we walked out to look at the view quickly before we finished our drinks. The ambiance was very classy and upscale just like the hotel that it is in. Would recommend for an elegant evening of craft cocktails.

I was there last night and went to use the ladies room and couldn't get over how terrible the smell of urine was. It reminded me of a hamster cage that had not been cleaned for weeks. The ammonia smell was so strong it burned my nose. Please do something. Other than that everything else was fine.

Food was ok. Worst was the meatball bartender Jeremy. Unprofessional, rude, and thought he was gods gift to the bar patrons. Pompous and annoying. He couldn't make an old fashioned at all. Tasted horrible.

*Such* a great time every time I find myself at Revival. The staff is always really attentive & the vibe/aesthetic is really unique. I didn't have my physical card, but they still opened a tab for me & let me pay with ApplePay -- love that! I would even say this is a hidden gym of Sacramento; which doesn't have too many. This time around, I was accompanied & we ended up having a nice glass of white wine (a chard I think) while he had a beer. I usually have a cute little cocktail, but since we made it to happy hour (we went Labor Day so it was pretty empty, and caught their happy hour which is 3-6 I believe) I opted for a glass of wine. Also, and to my surprise, we made it in time to try their $2 oysters (while supplies last)! The happy hour is super clutch: wine for $7, beer for $5? (I think), & $2 oysters for 6! Still, going to be honest, oysters are not my favorite at all, but who I was with really enjoyed them. They were also pretty hefty/thick which is great for the price. And they came with cute travel hot sauces! Which made eating them worth it, lol. Overall, I had a great time & even got some cute piks in. I can't wait to circle back & get revived again!

I really enjoyed our last minute visit to Revival! I stopped in for drinks and dessert with my partner around 7:30pm on a Thursday. It was not crowded at all and we had no reservations but we didn't even have to wait!! Each week night has different featured deals...our visit was showcasing "Tiki Thursday"! It was a vibe. Great music (mainly Spanish raggaeton but I ain't even mad!) great drinks, and great cheesecake! Our server was super friendly and nice. She was consistently checking in to make sure that we were satisfied. I wish I remembered her name! I loved walking around the pool deck! Keep in mind, the pool is strictly reserved for guests 7:00am-7:00pm. There's hotel valet parking and revival does do validation for a $15 deal. The valet staff was a group of sweet young workers. Overall, it's a great date night spot and a cool summertime vibe. I'm definitely going to be returning.

I love the vibe of this place. It's upscale and it's great viewed/scenery are perfect for girl's nights or to catch up with friends. I think the drinks and food are overpriced. Maybe if the cocktails and food were superb, it would of be an issue but that's not the case. Service is a hit and miss depending on how busy they are. Drinks are sometimes really good and sometimes you wonder. I ended up sticking to wine because of the inconsistency of the cocktails. We ordered two samplers which looked delicious but they didn't provide wonton chips or chips to scoop up the mango salad or poke. It looked so good too. We asked the server for some sort of option and she said they only had bread they could offer. What a shame. I probably won't be back.

Overall my visits have been ok, we mainly order drinks and appetizers before heading out to other places, but this last time we had a concert to go to, so I was excited to find reservations available here. To my surprise there was no hostess, a lovely security guard took us to our table after we waited some time and we explained we had to leave by a certain time, and wanted to have dinner before then. The service continued to be awful, they may have been nice, but they took forever and it was not worth the wait. The drinks were ok, and the food was just not good! We ordered Gambas and their Skirt Steak, the steak was over cooked and not well seasoned at all. The Gambas tasted overcooked as well, and the papas bravas were not what we expected. What continued to be the theme of the night besides the overcooked and under seasoned food, was the lack of service. We would have ordered more drinks, regardless of the bad food and service, as we wanted to skip the lines at the concert, but the lack of service didn't allow for us to order more drinks. The place is nice. The view is beautiful if you can get out to the pool side, but I'm not sure the view is worth it. If you want a great time before a concert or game, I'm not sure if this place is worth the gamble. Like I said, been here a few times, and it's been hit or miss.

Definitely not a fan of this place, but my experience is based on the bouncer and bartenders. Bouncer was very rude. Bartendee took forever to acknowledge us and when we placed our order, they took a while to bring our drinks. Overrated place with bad service.

I've had multiple great experiences here, it's become one of my go-to spots. I love the classy rooftop atmosphere which is great for pictures. I recently came here for a friend's birthday and we were seated by a bonfire outside which had a great view of the fireworks over the city. Our server was very sweet and acommoadating. I wouldn't necessarily come here for the food because I personally think you could get more for your money somewhere else. However, it's a great place to lounge, socialize, and have drinks. I also ordered the crème brûlée cheesecake which was amaaazing! Overall, I highly recommend this place if you're looking for somewhere to end your night in sac!

This was our very first time!We stopped to get a drink during happy hour before a concert at Golden one. They have a variety of drinks and the music that was playing was good! My husband and I sat at the bar. The happy hour ended at 7pm and that is when they open the pool area for anyone to enjoy the rooftop and sunset. We went out and really enjoyed the outdoor pool area as it is a great place to overlook the Golden one quad area and people watch! The bathrooms were also super clean. The bartender was very nice and very attentive and he made sure he kept our drinks full.

Great atmosphere. Cute inside and out. Deep fried deviled eggs. No thank you. They were very strange, chewy and a definite no. Do not order. Maybe do a pickled deviled egg? Sliders, no thank you. Pork too salty and dry. Chicken, dry. Dirty martini is not made with real espresso, just fyi, but it was decent. Great server staff.

I'm delayed on giving this post as this was regarding 9/21-9/22(12:30-3am?). Late night/early morning around the time the club closes. I lost my phone and the party I went out with. The guards and concierge men truly were the kindest and helpful people I'd ever met. By the end of the night when I was phoneless and rideless, they assured I was able to make contact with a member of my party, called a cab on my behalf, and assisted in locating my phone which had been left in one of the couches at the club upstairs revival. They were kind, respectful, and gave a safe space to a gal who had been drinking and was a bit distraught. I've been meaning to post this experience because they truly helped me that night and I was forever grateful. Props to them and I wish them nothing but the best! Thank you again!!

I came here for the first time to grab a quick meal and drink before a concert nextdoor. I would say this place is intended for the party/lounge crowd - they check IDs at the door (all day?), all of their glasses are plastic (presumably bc they open this place up to the pool for people to spread out at some point), and they take a credit card from you before you order. But very instagrammable setting if that's what you're looking for. The food menu is fairly small but the drink selection was good from what I recall. 4 stars for the surprisingly good food. Service was pretty slow, we were waiting around a lot even though it wasn't full.

If you love a good rooftop bar- this place is for you! I walked in and it honestly made me feel like I was on a vacation to Hawaii or Vegas. The pool area is lux. The drink I ordered was fantastic- called a pink dolphin I believe. Dangerous but delicious haha- DBD. The bartender was great, he was friendly, but let's be honest a lot of it had to do with the delicious drink he made. Haha! It was just a beautiful place. I loved the decor and the earthy vibes. Lots of plants too which is a bonus! Great view of the skyline and downtown Sacramento. Fire pits for the chillier nights. Indoor and outdoor seating, and with that, a lot of places to sit. Large and open space. I'll be coming back here any chance I get!

Came here on a Sunday night and enjoyed the bar. Sunday is happy hour all day so we enjoyed food and drinks. We had Alex as our bartender and he was awesome. The drinks were amazing. He made me a bomb lemon drop which most bartenders easily mess up. It was so perfect I had 3 of them =p Hubby enjoyed his drinks as well. We ordered whipped ricotta, chicken tacos, potato fries and the baguette pizza which was AMAZING. Shocked it was so good for bar food. The ambience was great. Cute decor and set up in the main room. It was too cold to be outside with drinks but the outside view looked nice. Great time here, will be back for sure!

Lots of potential and a lovely space. However, we experienced disinterested and distracted service. Poorly made drinks. Meal came without listed ingredients. Possibly just a bad night?

Very nice upscale lounge with good food and service. In front of the arena so lots to do.

I have visited Revival twice . Last nights service with the bar was a total joke . The bar tenders have no personalities and also for it being a week night our drinks took at least a total of 30minutes to make two rounds. Yes the drinks are made delicious. But something has to change. I also ordered 2beers that tasted entirely flat and they were not cold. I complained and they sent a manager and she stated that the bar was closed . Clearly she did not want to fix two beers . Mind you there was still a good amount of company throughout the bar and it should not have been an issue at all. I found that entirely rude and the way she said it was even ruder. I was a paying customer and it's not my fault that the beer was flat! For this being a popular hotel in Downtown Sacramento this bar needs a step up with their service. I literally walked out .

The recent reviews for speak for themselves. You're seeing 1 star or 5 stars from the last year, seemingly always dependent on service experience. I've had good experiences and bad experiences at Revival. The good experiences have kept me coming back, but last night was a 1 star experience. It was a gorgeous night, so my friend and I came out to have a drink on the pool deck. We started inside, sat doen at the bar, and waited 10 minutes before anyone acknowledged us. 3 bartenders and 1 bar-back right in front of us. When a bartender handed us the menus, I said "we're ready if you are," and he sharply replied "well I'm not ready" and kept working on other orders. A simply apology for the wait would've been totally acceptable!! Oh, and only hotel guests on the pool deck before 7. A lovely gentleman overheard that we had come to Revival just for a drink on the deck and offered to pass us his room key so we could finish our martinis outside... appx 5:30. Bar staff figured out that we were not actually hotel guests and sent up 3 body guards to remove us. Three?! I get rules are rules, but it was incredibly embarrassing. Last time I'm going back until they can figure out their service problem. Total shame because it really is the best rooftop bar in Sac.

It was Valentines evening when we headed to the rooftop bar/restaurant at the Sawyer. As usual the staff was kind and professional. They are always trying to accommodate their patrons. What a wonderful relaxed time. We watched the sun go down as we enjoyed a variety of plates. We loved the well curated charcuterie board. It's always changing which I really like. The whipped fresh Lemon Ricotta was so smooth and perfect on warm toast. So good. The oysters were fresh but very tiny. They were only 1.00 each so I was ok with it. The bone marrow was perfectly prepared. We shared wine and also had a great cocktail. After we were finished our server told us there was a place to go take pics out near the pool. That's the big love sign you see in my pics. I love going here year round. I like watching the rain fall thru the glass partition or in the summer, people playing in the pool with the glass partition opened to the outside. It can be expensive but it's a perfect spot. I will be returning and soon!

Had heard of Revival but wasn't quite sure where it was or how to get to it. We went to the Sawyer because of the pop up bar they were having but we got too late to attend it. Since we were already there we just decided to get a drink at Revival. It's very beautiful decorated but still has a chill vibe. It's perfect for a date night. They have some tables and little roundish booths inside that you can reserve. They also have two fire pits, small round tables with benches/ seats and a pool outside! Talk about a great photo op! Drinks were delicious and the service was great!

I have said it before and I will say it again and again... Sacramento needs more roof top places like Revival. Roof top bars, restaurants and lounges have such a fun, vibrant, chill vibe and that's how I would describe Revival on an eventful night especially if they have a DJ playing the throwback hits. Revival over looks the Golden1 center. It was a tropical, Palm Springs interior vibe. I would highly recommend this spot for date night. Haven't tried the food yet, but the drinks are pretty basic. I would recommend this spot for the Sac City Views. Best time to visit is during sunset.

The bar attendant was really great. It's a rooftop bar, really chill down to earth staff. Easy to talk to and they get sarcasm and play along. Sometimes it's the staff that really make or break the place. We went drinking at the various spots in doco and this was by far the best experience. Inside is pretty chill too, like I said it's a rooftop bar, but amongst the options when it comes to bar hopping, a drink is a drink, at the end of the day. So, what really calls for rating one above the other, and for me that is the personalities at the bar. Definitely put this on your list of places to drop by if you are in the area, it's a must to come by and talk to the staff and make some conversation. Satisfied first time customer.

Definitely a spot to see and be seen if you're into that kind of thing. Strong drinks and tons of eye candy here. Super swanky vibe and all business casual attire from what I noticed. I felt underdressed with my black long sleeve Lacoste Shirt lol. Service is excellent and prompt. Very convenient if you're staying at the Kimpton Sawer like me. Be back soon!