Offbeat Finds

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From the archives: July 15, 2003

Tired of frequenting the same old hangouts? Walk on the wild side with strange brews, outlandish eateries and odd establishments of all kinds with our list of CITY treasures that offer a few surprises.

Where to Eat and Drink

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Crest Cafe
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    1017 K St, Sacramento, CA 95814 (map)

    Bask under the glow of the Crest Theatre lights while a sparkly belly dancer shimmies up to your table.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Elephant Bar Restaurant
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    6063 Sunrise Mall, Citrus Heights, CA 95610 (map)

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Ink Eats & Drinks
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    2730 N St, Sacramento, CA 95816 (map)

    Show off your tats, listen to the DJ spinning techno and order kicked-up fare like grilled shrimp and beef skewers.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Pancake Circus
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    2101 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95818 (map)

    Tacky circus-animal prints adorn the brown-and-orange '70s color scheme, but everyone's eyes are on the famous biscuits and gravy.

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