The Three Sisters

If you have been wondering, superb margaritas do exist on Folsom Blvd, and they can be found at the Three Sisters Restaurant located on the corner of 51st and Folsom Blvd. The tropical margarita can be ordered in multiple flavors such as raspberry, peach and mango, to name a few. The peach is highly recommended.

The margaritas are so high-quality it is hard to leave without ordering more then one. For the price, the margaritas could have been bigger, but that is a minor detail compared to flavor, and the margaritas are a hit in the flavor department. They have just the right amount of whatever it is bartenders put in margaritas, and after the first sip they tend to magically disappear. They even come with a lime wedge on the edge of the glass, but you will most likely end up squirting it over your chips because the margarita does not need the extra zest.

The atmosphere of the restaurant is complimentary to the traditional style margaritas. From the sidewalk to the multi-colored chairs, the Three Sister’s has a genuine look and feel. The small arched windows, bright colors and bamboo ceilings give the illusion of, at the very least, an effort toward authenticity.

This restaurant was empty on a Monday night, but by the number of tables filling the room anyone could come to the conclusion that it must get really busy at times. If you enjoy quite places to eat you should visit on a Monday or Tuesday, but if you like the lively scene Thursday, Friday or Saturday would be more up your alley.

All the expected items were brought to the table immediately and the waitress was accommodating to late arrivals and separate checks at the end of the meal. The menu was a long list of items served and was void of bolded headings. Unfortunately, they do not serve tortilla soup, or any soup, but they were accommodating to vegetarians and a few meatless options.

Once the food came out it was accented with beautiful plates and a traditional presentation. The food was above average but I wouldn’t say it was anything extra special. The chief did step outside traditional boundaries by making the rice plain and a chipotle cream sauce. The sauce was refreshingly different but the rice would have been enjoyed more if it was made in a more traditional Mexican style. The rice might not have been the right flavor but it was cooked properly and the sauce had enough flavor to make up for what the rice was lacking.

The Three Sister’s restaurant gets three and-a-half stars, and would be great for almost any type of casual event. This is a good place to stop in and have some chips and salsa and a couple of margaritas. Especially if you call East Sacramento your home this is THE Mexican food place to go to in your neighborhood.