Since 1934 there have been many changes to the city of Sacramento but there's one thing that hasn't changed in over 70+ years; the quality of the food at Jim-Denny's. Some patrons say the burgers taste great because the finest quality beef is used. But, the regular customers know the secret is not just the fresh ingredients. After all, any restaurant can use high quality ingredients. The secret to these burgers is cooking the best beef money can buy on the famous Jim-Denny's grill.

All beef burgers, ground fresh daily. Choose from hamburger, cheeseburger, bacon, jalepeno, blue color, hubba, big kahuna, gorgonzola, mushroom, onion, butta, turkey and veggie burgers. Also serve chicken sandwiches, hot dogs and salads.

The ultimate burger experience, from the famous restaurateur Hubert Keller of Fleur de Lys, comes to Mandalay Place. Incorporating the finest varieties of beef, buffalo, turkey, vegetarian and vegan products, a range of gourmet toppings and delicious buns, Burger Bar has a little bit of everything for the creative eater. Complete the experience with a Sweet Burger dessert or a hand-crafted micro brew.

(from mandalaybay.com)

Joe Kaplan at Joe’s Garage has recreated the all-American burger by using pork. The Asian pork burger includes garlic, ginger, soy sauce, garlic chili paste and fresh mint. Toppings consist of roasted red pepper sauce and Japanese coleslaw.

Joe's menu also includes pastas and risottos with “build-your-own” toppings such as grilled chicken, salmon or shrimp; and daily specials such as “a grilled grouper over basmati rice, topped with grilled eggplant and a lively red and yellow pepper salsa.