Business Details
Award-Winning Modern Italian Cuisine in Sacramento
Allora Sacramento is an award-winning Italian restaurant dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences through modern interpretations of traditional Italian cuisine. Our commitment to quality begins with hyper-seasonal ingredients and extends to our meticulously curated wine list featuring both Old World and New World selections. We maintain a 48-hour cancellation policy with a $99 per person charge for late cancellations, ensuring fair compensation for our staff through our transparent 23% service fee model. Our team comprises experienced professionals including certified sommeliers and executive chefs who bring decades of combined expertise in fine dining and hospitality. The restaurant's interior garden patio creates an elegant atmosphere that complements our multi-course prix fixe menus priced at $99, $129, and $159 per person.We offer vegetarian and vegan options alongside our standard menus while maintaining strict standards for guest comfort and service excellence. Our service fee directly supports our staff with competitive wages, reflecting our participation in industry-wide efforts to improve restaurant worker compensation. The establishment maintains comprehensive policies for reservations, dietary accommodations, and guest expectations, all communicated through our website and direct guest interactions. Our team regularly updates seasonal menus to reflect ingredient availability while preserving the integrity of Italian culinary traditions. We actively engage with our community through email communications featuring menu highlights and special events, maintaining transparency in all business practices.
Services
Dinner Service
Vegetarian Menus
Wine Pairing
Seasonal Menus
Gift Cards
Highlights and features
- Our 23% service fee directly supports staff with competitive wages
- Award-winning menus updated hyper-seasonally for ingredient freshness
- Experienced team includes certified sommeliers and executive chefs
- Elegant indoor/outdoor dining spaces with garden patio ambiance
- Transparent policies with 48-hour cancellation guarantee
What people say
Exceptional service
Innovative dishes
Beautiful ambiance
Seasonal creativity
Knowledgeable staff
Services
3-Course Prix Fixe
Our 3-course prix fixe menu offers a curated selection of seasonal Italian dishes at $99 per person. This option includes a seasonal amuse-bouche and intermezzo, providing an accessible introduction to our culinary philosophy while maintaining the integrity of traditional Italian flavors through modern techniques.
4-Course Prix Fixe
The 4-course prix fixe menu at $129 per person expands on our culinary offerings with additional courses that showcase our chefs' creativity. Each dish highlights hyper-seasonal ingredients while maintaining traditional Italian foundations, offering guests a more comprehensive exploration of our seasonal menu in a structured dining experience.
5-Course Prix Fixe
Our premium 5-course prix fixe menu at $159 per person represents the complete Allora Sacramento dining experience. Featuring multiple seasonal courses with wine pairings, this option allows our culinary team to demonstrate their full range of skills while providing guests with an immersive journey through contemporary Italian cuisine.
Vegetarian Menus
We offer dedicated vegetarian and vegan menu options that maintain the same culinary standards as our standard offerings. These plant-based alternatives use seasonal produce to create dishes that satisfy dietary preferences without compromising on flavor or presentation quality.
Wine Pairing
Our wine program features carefully selected Old World and New World varietals that complement each course. The sommelier team creates pairing suggestions that enhance both traditional and modern Italian dishes, with options available for different budget levels and flavor preferences.
People
Elizabeth-Rose Mandalou
Beverage Director / Partner
Leads beverage program development with expertise in wine selection and service standards. Brings extensive hospitality industry experience to curate Allora Sacramento's award-winning wine list.
Deneb Williams
Executive Chef/Partner
Oversees culinary operations with a focus on modern Italian cuisine. Combines traditional techniques with contemporary presentation to create seasonal menus that highlight local ingredients.
Li Chong
Sommelier
Manages wine service and pairing recommendations. Applies certified sommelier expertise to create beverage programs that complement Allora Sacramento's evolving seasonal menus.
Eric Dickinson-Hinojosa
Dining Room Manager / Sommelier
Coordinates front-of-house operations while contributing to wine program development. Ensures service excellence through staff training and guest experience management.
Brett Walker
Bar Lead
Directs bar operations with focus on cocktail creation and beverage quality. Maintains high standards for drink presentation and service consistency across all beverage offerings.
Questions
What are your reservation policies?
We require a credit card for all reservations with a 48-hour cancellation policy. Late cancellations incur a $99 per person charge converted to a gift card.
Do you offer vegetarian options?
Yes, we provide dedicated vegetarian and vegan menu options that maintain the same culinary standards as our standard offerings.
What is your service fee used for?
Our 23% service fee directly supports staff compensation, providing competitive wages beyond standard industry levels.
Are children welcome?
We recommend our dining experience for guests aged 8 and older to maintain the comfort of all patrons.
How often do menus change?
Menus update hyper-seasonally to reflect ingredient availability, with three prix fixe options available at $99, $129, and $159 per person.
