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Longtime appointment-only recording studio at 1812 D St moves closer to becoming a public café and music venue
Why it matters: The plan could give Midtown Sacramento its first public café and music venue inside a building closed to the public for over 20 years.
Neighborhood bar on Auburn Boulevard moves forward toward opening
Why it matters: The license lets Christie's Lounge legally serve alcohol on-site, a decisive milestone for a neighborhood bar with a devoted following.
The family-run catering business holds a state beer-and-wine license and an active city registration at 4720 Mack Road — but still needs final permits to open.
Why it matters: The license signals Punjab Caterers is close to opening a fixed Sacramento kitchen — a potential new dine-in option in Valley Hi.
Type 47 permit allows the Mexican restaurant to serve beer, wine, and spirits at 1132 16th Street
Why it matters: The license lets Casa Lola offer the full bar its branding promises, setting it apart from beer-and-wine-only eateries in a competitive downtown dining scene.
Family-owned chain moves a step closer to opening inside Sacramento International Airport after missing its 2024-2025 target
Why it matters: A family-owned, minority-certified restaurant chain is a step closer to opening inside Sacramento International Airport, part of the airport's push to diversify concessions.
Sacramento burger chain moves closer to opening at South Sacramento retail center
Why it matters: South Sacramento residents could get a new sit-down restaurant with a full bar at Delta Shores, one of the area's largest retail centers.