1800 L St.
Sacramento, CA
916-447-9440
Located on a vibrant corner, Aïoli features lusty Spanish cuisine. Tables are covered with burlap and brown butcher paper, and the patio is private and intimate. The main focus of the menu is tapas, and the selection is broad, from judias blancas con atun fresco (white beans tossed in a sherry vinaigrette with chunks of seared tuna) to albondigas todo ajo (meatballs in a bright, garlicky tomato sauce). Entrées include paella Valenciana and cazuela de conejo Riojena (rabbit cooked in Rioja wine). For the full Spanish experience, come Wednesday through Saturday evening, when a classical flamenco guitarist performs.