Sergio's Caffè

Sergio's in Grass Valley was quite good in both food and service, and they take reservations. They offer indoor and outdoor dining. The restaurant is popular so making a reservation is a good idea.

My friend and I have been waiting to try Sergio's for some time. We are two middle-aged businessmen with homes in Grass Valley. It was "boys night out" so we headed for Sergios. We were warmly met at the door and requested seats at the end of the bar. We were seated a sufficient distance apart, brought menu's and ordered. We were then approached, by the owner himself Sergio who made amiable small talk and recommended and excellent wine we very much enjoyed. Coming from an Italian family I asked him what part of Italy he was from. I came here from Argentina he replied. I remarked that was quite a coincidence as I have a favorite Italian restaurant in Miami and although the entire staff speaks perfect Italian, not one of them had even been to Italy. "You have quite a great Italian community In Argentina I remarked, Sergio smiled and nodded his head

Then what occurred was the most bizarre, and unhinged behavior I have ever experienced from any employee in any restaurant in my life. Sergio, inexplicably and for no reason whatsoever asked "So are you Socialists" This was not a joke. There was a certain menace in his voice so we asked "excuse me, what?" Sergio repeated, "Are you,
socialists?" We were dumbfounded. We didn't know what to say. Well, we do get social security and do take advantage of other socially supported programs, police, firemen, sewers, etc, I mean there are socialists programs in this country but we don't consider ourselves socialists" We just were not sure where this was going.

Then with real menace, Sergio pulled down his face mask and not two feet from our faces snarled as he gestured toward the mask, "This is one-world government, this is what socialism looks like a global government" OK, so at this point, I knew we were dealing with a full-blown right-wing nut case. I was ready for the Qanaon speech next. I told him to please just go away but he persisted. Just go away I repeated again and again to no avail.

Imagine harassing two customers of your own restaurant for absolutely no reason. There had been no trigger regarding politics in any part of our interaction none whatsoever. I asked for the bill promptly paid it and we left. We threw his food in a garbage can and retired to Tofanellis across the street. How could someone radiate that unseemly behavior for absolutely no reason on innocent customers?

Then it occurred to me, Sergio, perhaps in his 80's, Italian and living in Argentina .... suddenly it all fit. So if you want a nice Italian meal prepared by an avowed fascist, now you know where to go

Segio's atmosphere is great, with the patio seating, piano music, etc, but the execution on the food falls very short of 5 stars. Bread brought out at the beginning of the meal was cool and stale. The 18 dollar gnocchi with Gorgonzola lacked flavor and style, as the sauce was mostly heavy cream, with scant to no flavor of the robust Italian cheese. My mom's chicken Caesar salad was uninspired with browning lettuce. The portions were also small. Very doubtful I'll go back.

Horrible there apple salad was not good it was spicy not sweet and I'm okay with spicy foods but when they are paired good not apples and spice too much going on the tritip was terrible it tasted good with the spices but asked for medium and got completely rare sent it back berly cooked it again and the taste turned from good to bad, grilled veggies were somewhat cold but had some flavor potato's were good sodas tasted waters down as well

The food was well seasoned, properly hot, flavorfull, and visually appealing. The soup was esquisite, if not a tad too hot. The service was actually a very nice experience. Attentive, but not clingy. I fully intend to be around for quite some time. Thank you very much for your hospitality and company.

Even though the food was OK - the salmon was farm raised even though we were told it was from the ocean - we were very disappointed with the menu and pricing on the menu. If you wanted a pickle, it was extra as were other items such as a salad or soup with a sandwich. French fries did not come with sandwiches, and were $3.50 extra. It seemed like Segio's does whatever it can to nickel and dime patrons. The service was good.

The lasagna was OK, but it tasted like a store bought frozen and reheated lasagna.

It's time for this restaurant to provide what other restaurants provide without extra costs. Unless this pricing policy changes, we will not be back

Great food and very friendly staff. Small town charm that is worth a visit.

Super grateful they are open during this time. We will continue to support you. Stay strong guys! Looking forward to our reservation coming up. Great food!!

I was a long time regular customer and greatly enjoyed their food, service and ambiance. I am sorry to say that they continue to ignore public safety and violate the guidelines that are in place to limit the spread of COVID19. I have eaten my last meal there.

The first time I had spaghetti and meatballs it was great. The following two times there was way too much rosemary seasoning which overpowered the meat. Please have someone Eldorado taste and give an opinion