Sutter Street Grill in Folsom has a patio where you can bring your dog along while you eat, which makes for a nice casual meal in the downtown area. The restaurant does homemade breakfast and brunch food, so expect things like buttermilk biscuits made fresh, sausage gravy, and cinnamon rolls that are actually substantial. They also do sandwiches and other lunch items if you’re stopping by later in the day.

The drink menu includes Java City coffee, fresh-squeezed orange juice, and if you’re in a brunch mood, they make Bloody Marys and mimosas. Everything on the menu emphasizes scratch cooking rather than shortcuts, which you’ll notice in how the food tastes. The portions are generous—those cinnamon rolls aren’t the tiny kind you get at chain places. They also have fresh fruit available if you want something lighter.

Sutter Street Grill sits right in Folsom’s downtown core, so you can walk your dog around the surrounding streets before or after eating. The patio is shaded, which is helpful on warmer days. There’s usually a good crowd on weekend mornings, especially if there’s anything going on in the downtown area, so if you prefer a quieter experience, a weekday visit works better. The staff handles dogs without making a big deal about it, which is how it should be.

The restaurant’s approach to food—homemade rather than mass-produced—means your meal will take a reasonable amount of time, so bring your dog with the expectation that you’re settling in for a bit. It’s the kind of place where you’re not rushed through your coffee. You can check out their website for the current menu and hours since those can shift seasonally.