The Waterboy has been serving the cuisine of  northern Italy and southern France since 1996.   A native Sacramento Chef Rick Mahan was inspired by a trip he took to France and now creates European style food with local California ingredients.  It’s a good sized place with an open ceiling two-story room decorated with lots of plants.   Windows were on 2 sides, the back of the space was filled with a semi-circular bench seat, music was in the background, the small tables were covered with white cloths and a bar with stools  faces a painted wall.  There were also some tables outside on the patio.  The menu was supplemented by a list of daily specials and breads that were made in house.  The wine list had reasonable prices and the food servings on the large size.  Service was friendly and efficient.  The food was good and I hope you’ll give it a try when in Sacramento. Continue reading →