Sam's Hof Brau

Restaurant · Arden Arcade

Sam's Hof Brau

Restaurant · Arden Arcade

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2500 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821

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This nostalgic eatery, flaunting its 1959 charm, serves up hearty house-roasted meats in a cozy European-style vibe that's perfect for casual family dining.  

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2500 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821 Get directions

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$10–20

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2500 Watt Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821 Get directions

originalsamshofbrau.com
@originalsamshofbrau

$10–20

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"Sacramento’s old timey food fans held their collective breath when it was announced that 60-year-old Sam’s had been sold, and then again when it was going to close for a month for “remodeling.” Would it be the same old Sam’s? The good news is that it was re-bought by descendants of the original Sam, and the closure included a deep clean and an addition of more vegetarian items but no change to the décor and feel. You can still belly up to the long wooden bar and get a frosty mug of draft German beer. You can still enjoy the hand-carved prime rib or a Reuben with house-made pastrami." - Becky Grunewald

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Lisa Marquez

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What a cool, unique little gem of a restaurant. I love meats and prefer a low carb diet. So this place was perfect for dining out. Definitely fit in with my dietary needs! Not to mention the food is very delicious! I'll for sure visit again the next time I'm in town. Now I've gotta try it all. I had the sausage & kraut. 👍🏻 Big thumbs up! The atmosphere is awesome as well. You cannot miss this place when driving by. Like a month to a flame! It's a must try! It's not your typical restaurant style. It's kind of Subway style dining with with a way more restaurant feel. We went on a very busy Friday night with a long line but it was worth the wait! 🇩🇪 Prices vary but the specials are a really good deal.

Glenn Toof

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Food is great! I highly recommend the Pastrami Sandwich on the Soft Bread! Ask for extra meat! The quality of the meat is AMAZING! There is a full bar, Secluded Seating and Open Seating. This place has been here for many, many years and STILL the lines are sometimes long! Wide selection of food choices too! Enjoy!

Inga Holmquist

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Great old Sacramento eatery with satisfying, old fashioned, meals. During Covid, the menu is reduced, but pull up a hay bale in the shade, with your roast beef or pastrami, and enjoy a little bit of early Oktoberfest ambiance in their outdoor eating space. UPDATE - They just keep improving and are really making this work, with drive through service, more sheltered outdoor seating, and reliability hearty and delicious food, if a somewhat streamlined menu. I've become a regular!

Bailey Alferez

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I have no words for what an amazing visit we had!! First off, the staff was so warm and genuinely friendly. They really made our night by just being so welcoming, and were so helpful with any questions we had. Secondly, the food was DELICIOUS! Our picky eater 7 year old CLEARED his plate! He was so into watching the carving station, and he really appreciated being asked if he'd like white/dark/half of each on his turkey. My husband got the French dip, and ended up drinking his au jus after he fished. 😂 We were so impressed! And let's talk about how clean everything was in there!! They're on top of everything, and we can't wait to come back again. THANK YOU STAFF FOR A GREAT DINING EXPERIENCE!

Nic Wilkinson

Google
Delicious food and great pricing. Plenty of seating and the AC was perfect. 10/10 would recommend to anyone who loves meat.

Craig Beck

Google
Best Pastrami you’ll ever have! This is a unique Sacramento institution that you just try. A variety of meats and sandwich options, plus delicious sides... all made fresh.

Ziggy Roll

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I always like to get the corned beef or pastrami with the sage stuffing!! Update The food went 👇hill. My wife got the dip. the meat was cut an inch thick, and was very tough to eat. My pastrami sandwich came with a lot of gristle that I actually ate some of cuz I was hungry.

Steve Kemp

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I haven't been here for a while, I forgot how fantastic the food is and the huge quantities of food that they serve. I will definitely be going back soon.