The Kitchen (California restaurant)

The Kitchen is a fine-dining restaurant located in Sacramento, California. It is known for its interactive and communal dining experience, featuring a single seating each evening where guests observe and interact with the chefs as they prepare a multi-course tasting menu.

The restaurant emphasizes the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients, often sourced from local farms and producers. The menu changes frequently to reflect the availability of the freshest ingredients.

The Kitchen is owned and operated by Randall Selland, a prominent figure in the Sacramento culinary scene. He also owns other restaurants in the Sacramento area, including Ella Dining Room and Bar, and Selland's Market-Cafe.

Reservations are typically required well in advance due to the restaurant's popularity and limited seating capacity. The dining experience often includes wine pairings and a high level of interaction between the chefs and the guests, creating a unique and memorable atmosphere. The Kitchen aims to provide an immersive culinary journey, highlighting the quality and provenance of the ingredients used.