The Best Late Night Dining In Sacramento

Sacramento's mid-town is a great place to grab a bite to eat. A small colony of artists, students and professionals, mid-town serves up the most diverse food north of San Francisco-and every bit as good. From five star restaurants and swanky lounges; to sidewalk diners and sushi bars, the River City is cooking up something for everyone. And in a town that is rapidly growing, Sacramento is staying up late to cater to theater-goers, King's season ticket holders and good old-fashioned night owls.

Tapa the WorldTapa the World's purported mission is to "Bring a little Spain to your table." Judging from the sounds of boisterous flamenco guitars and spontaneous bouts of impromptu clapping from lively patrons, it is a promise fulfilled. Tapas are small side dishes of affordable Spanish appetizers that range from cured ham to sautéed mushrooms. Mid-town Spanish rival Aioli Bodega draws the affluent crowd with fantastic food but a steep bill. The atmosphere at Tapa the World is Pedro Almodovar eccentric meets Ernest Hemingway cool and the menu offers affordable cuisine and a laid back policy towards sharing. The attractive wait staff corrals rowdy mid-town locals while making multiple trips to the bar. Tapa the World features nightly flamenco guitar, which is fantastic, but first-date road kill. It is so loud, be prepared to use sign language. Also, packed seating can be precarious and uncomfortable. But the mouth-watering menu, extensive wine list, and tavern-style atmosphere keeps Tapa the World at the top of the list. Open 7 days a week from 11am-midnight.