What to order at Burgers and Brew R Street

Must order
The signature half-pound Niman Ranch burger; the bacon jalapeno cheeseburger; a craft tap flight
Signature dishes
Niman Ranch burger, Craft beer flights
Editor tip
Patio for warm weather. 50+ taps rotate. Sister locations in Davis, West Sacramento, Chico and Folsom.
CuisineBurgers
Price$$
Neighborhoodmidtown

Signature dishes: Niman Ranch burger, Craft beer flights

Must order: The signature half-pound Niman Ranch burger; the bacon jalapeno cheeseburger; a craft tap flight

Tip: Patio for warm weather. 50+ taps rotate. Sister locations in Davis, West Sacramento, Chico and Folsom.

Location

Address: 1409 R Street, Sacramento, CA 95811

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Order: The Incredible Roll, the Lover Roll, the omakase nigiri course

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