Alaro Craft Brewery – Sacramento, CA

I absolutely love trying new places. While Alaro might not be new to town, it is to me! So, we headed down to midtown on a Saturday night for a night on the town! Of course, I had to let you all know my thoughts on the food, experience, and drinks!

Atmosphere

We decided to visit on a Saturday evening. Note that this is a very busy time, and we strongly recommend you make a reservation beforehand because they fill up fast. We sat in their lovely back patio which was shaded and covered with misters. This was fantastic and kept the smoke and heat out. Our server was very sweet and knowledgeable. Now onto the drinks!

Drinks

Of course, you can’t go to a brewery and not get a beer. We tried the Avenida (the light beer) which was a citrusy single IPA, and the La Luna (the dark beer) which had a roasted coffee flavor.

Pub Chips and Caramelized Onion Dip

We started our culinary journey with housemade chips and famous caramelized onion dip. The chips were unlimited, which was a perk! The chips were simply delicious. They were soft and perfectly salted. They paired nicely with the smooth onion dip. This dip was packed with flavor and spread well on the chips. This was a hit among our party.

Frickles with Caper Aioli

 

The fried pickles were next on the menu! These were another hit for our party. The pickles were juicy and went well with the crispy outside. The aioli was smooth and packed with salty flavor. Together they created a fantastic flavor.

Elote Off the Cob

This dish was seasonal to the summer, and boy was this delicious! The corn was fresh from the husk, the cheese was salty, and the basil mayo was packed with flavor. While I would have liked the mayo to be drizzled, this was a great dish.

Gambas Al Ajillo

This house special dish was Spanish-inspired and packed with garlic and paprika. The prawns were juicy and the bread was soft. We enjoyed the bread because it allowed us to soak up the extra sauce.

Rainbow Veggie Burger

This burger was recommended by our server, and it’s clear why. The patty was packed with flavor, and the texture felt very similar to an actual burger. The vegetables were farm-fresh and incorporated well with the patty. The side of fries was hot and topped with a signature seasoning that mixed well with the flavor of the burger.

Hogs and Rocks

Yet another house special, the clams were a hit! The paprika sauce was smokey, and the clams were sweet. The potatoes placed underneath soaked up all the juices, allowing for them to have some great flavor. We could see why this was a house favorite.

Wild Rock Cod Tacos

We ordered these because our server recommended them, but this was not our favorite dish. While the colors were bold and fresh, the fish lacked salt and could have done with only half the amount of cabbage. We would have liked a bit more flavor.

Soul Satisfying Veggie Tacos

If you’re going to order tacos, we recommend these! Using the same base as the veggie burger, these tacos are not only packed with flavor, but they have a terrific texture. Each bite incorporated all the toppings well and they painted a beautiful flavor onto my palate.

Overall

Alaro Craft Brewery was a great place to spend our Saturday night. With friendly service, delicious food, and fun drinks, this gem is a must in Sacramento! We will absolutely be back!

Alaro Craft Brewery

2004 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA 95811

Call

916-436-7711

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