Going out to eat with your loved ones should always be an experience that you remember for years to come. Nobody has time for mediocre dining experiences! At the steakhouse featured below, diners are treated to a memorable evening full of good food and a mesmerizing atmosphere. Simply put, this restaurant is downright beautiful. However, there’s a lot more to this restaurant than its physical appearance. In fact, this steakhouse is located inside of a historic firehouse and it’s absolutely amazing. Spend an evening at the Firehouse Restaurant and experience a unique piece of Northern California history.
Old Sacramento is a fascinating place. Bursting with quaint shops and eateries in historic structures, visiting this section of the capital city is like traveling back to California's early days. At one time, this part of town was a bustling business community. Today it is where you go to relive the past.
Tucked away in this historic section of town is The Firehouse Restaurant, and it's exactly what it sounds like. This old firehouse has been home to one of California's finest steakhouses for many decades and it's a must-visit for any foodie.
The firehouse was originally built in 1872 and it was the location of the state's very first paid fire department. The firehouse was abandoned in 1921 for a larger facility and switched owners a handful of times over the years.
In 1959, the firehouse was purchased by Newton Cope. Cope gave a major facelift to the almost century-old building. He then converted it into a small bar and restaurant and it's been thriving ever since.
The unique steakhouse has attracted all sorts of fascinating people to Old Sacramento including politicians, diplomats, sports stars, celebrities, tourists, etc. When Ronald Reagan was governer he even held his inaugural dinners here at The Firehouse.
The Firehouse Restaurant is one of the finest dining experiences in Sacramento. The menu is top notch, boasting classic dishes that are made with only the finest ingredients. The restaurant works closely with local farmers, fishermen, and growers to produce the best tasting dishes possible. It definitely pays off.
From the atmosphere to the food, everything you experience here is uniquely Sacramento. Not only are you dining in one of the most historic structures within the city, but you're tasting the bounty of what the city and its surrounding regions has to offer as well. The Firehouse Restaurant is a bucket list destination that should be on everybody's radar. You'll find it at 1112 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814.
