Hacienda del Rio has occupied its Sutter Street building for decades and is one of the most reliable lunch spots in the historic district. The menu runs to enchiladas, carnitas, and fish tacos with an emphasis on the Californian-Mexican style that blends coastal freshness with traditional preparations. The patio at the rear looks toward the American River and is particularly good on warm evenings.
Address: 629 Sutter Street. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Busy on summer weekends — expect a short wait.