Local restaurateur Feng Liang is saddling up for a new adventure in Elk Grove.
Liang is opening Saddle Coffee & Treats, a western-themed café at 8900 Grant Line Rd, just across from Umai Bar & Grill, her Japanese-style eatery. The new café will occupy a remodeled building known for its iconic buffalo statue.
In addition to Umai Bar & Grill, Liang also owned Hello Temaki, which closed in late February 2026 due to rising rent, labor, and ingredient costs. A new sushi concept is already planned to take its place in the coming months.
Saddle will offer a variety of caffeinated beverages, from specialty espresso drinks and classic brewed coffee to matcha and traditional Vietnamese drip coffee. “Because we believe great coffee has no limits,” Liang told What Now Sacramento. “We want to bring variety, creativity, and connection to the area while staying true to the community’s roots.”
The café will also serve freshly baked pastries, filling the air with their sweet aroma. “Guests will be welcomed by the smell of pastries baking, with the oven and mixer becoming part of the experience — a reminder that everything is made fresh and with care,” Liang added.
Though modest at 1,000 square feet, the space is thoughtfully designed to feel intimate, inviting, and unmistakably western. “Think saddle stools, warm wood tones, and a comfortable space where you can relax with a great cup of coffee,” explained Liang. The vision, she added, is to “preserve the western charm and rural character of Wilton while adding a modern twist.”
Whether you’re a local stopping by for a quick pastry to go or a visitor looking to linger, Saddle promises a unique, down-to-earth café experience for all. “More than just coffee and treats, this will be a place to gather, recharge, and feel at home,” Liang said.
Saddle Coffee & Treats is slated to open sometime after the start of summer 2026, likely in July.
