A Taste of Hope is a food-focused small group from Hope City Church. We are foodies and also food critics dedicated to exploring and evaluating local culinary offerings. Recently, we visited Chabela, 102 E. Broad St. where we enjoyed a variety of dishes and beverages. Our starters included a delightful grilled romaine salad, which was a first for our group and quickly became the table's favorite -- simply outstanding. The ambiance of the restaurant was pleasant, with lovely decor and music that was appropriately subdued, enhancing our dining experience. The table settings contributed to a comfortable atmosphere. We sampled the Georgia cheese platter, featuring an excellent selection of cheeses paired with pepper jelly, honeycomb, and candied pecans. The pairings complemented the cheeses beautifully, and the fresh, soft faccio was particularly impressive. For beverages, we enjoyed the Amethyst Blueberry Ginger Mint on Ice, a non-alcoholic drink that was refreshingly zingy and palate-cleansing, along with a classic lemonade. For dessert, we shared the crème brûlée, which was simply exceptional -- a highlight of the meal. However, the sweet tea served was not as sweet as expected. Our waiter, Anthony, was friendly and pleasant, though his presentation was somewhat lacking in professionalism, which was noticeable given the restaurant's upscale ambiance. Our main courses included a shrimp and risotto dish that exemplified excellence. The risotto was perfectly cooked, with a creamy, bright, and light sauce, and the shrimp and vegetables paired harmoniously. The seared grouper served on a bed of spinach with dill lemon cream was another standout; the fish was cooked to perfection, and the sauce complemented the dish without overpowering it. The presentation was appealing, and every element was thoughtfully prepared. We also enjoyed the maize or hummus with grilled vegetables, which was delicious. The vegetables were roasted to perfection, and the deep-fried flour component added a delightful crunch -- though its name escaped us, it was a memorable addition. The grouper cakes, however, were disappointing, as only one was served despite the menu listing it as an "S" portion meant for sharing. The cake was somewhat spicy and not as shareable as anticipated. Additionally, the smashed potatoes fell short -- they were lukewarm and lacked the expected flavor. Overall, Chabela provided a wonderful dining experience with numerous standout dishes. Our group looks forward to exploring more of Savannah's culinary scene and sharing our critiques. read more

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I am drooling just remembering this place! Located in a fun area of Savannah, Cha-Bella offers sustainable food with a farm-to-table concept. We stopped by with a reservation early on a weekend evening. Their second floor had been reserved for a wedding event and I can see why - the venue is spacious, with gorgeous lighting and a relaxed ambiance. We made our way to our table in the main room. Our waiter soon introduced us to the menu, and we got the Bella Focaccia to share. I decided on the mushroom pappardelle and my cousins got the shrimp risotto. The focaccia came out first - the crunchy texture pairing with the olive and ricotta taste was divine. I absolutely loved the creamy, rich base of the pappardelle pasta. I opted for shrimp in the pasta which went so well with the mushrooms. It was a sizable portion, I probably would have been full with just half of it! We greatly enjoyed our visit here - I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting this beautiful city! It's close to some gorgeous parks that we were able to explore after our delicious meal. Till next time! read more

OMG! Quite possibly the best meal I've ever had. The ribeye with bone marrow butter was incredible. Carrots and squash with goat cheese? Shut the front door! Amazing! The presentation was beautiful. This is must stop on every Savannah trip. read more

I fell in love with this place. From the moody ambience to the creme brûlée for dessert, and everything in between...perfection! Off of the beaten path in Savannah, it didn't take long for us to walk from our hotel. And we certainly needed a walk after the wonderful food. read more

Amazing place! You must stop here for dinner, but be sure to make a reservation first. This place is an absolute gem. The focus on farm to table. We are both gluten free and they took excellent care of us and there were plenty of options. We began our meal with a a delicious grilled ceasar salad with cornmeal fried oysters. It was phenomenal, those oysters were out of this world good. Next we devoured a filet, mushrooms and potatoes that were cooked to perfection. We ended our meal with a orange cream creme brulee. Such a wonderful meal and great service. read more

Cha-Bella - New American Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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What an incredible culinary experience from start to finish. Highly recommend if you are looking for a true foodie experience unique to Savannah. Every dish was thoughtful and perfectly executed. Favorites were the tomato burratta salad, deviled eggs, and mushroom pasta. They also know how to make a mean cocktail. We were a big loud group and the server did an amazing job managing us, thank you. The ambiance is a vibe itself and matches well with the space. Simple and effective. Do not sleep on this place, it was amazing! read more

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This is now my favorite restaurant in Savannah. The food was fresh and had every hint of flavor to make it amazing. Our server was bubbly and knew how to do her job well. The restaurant itself was simple but had an enjoyable vibe. We loved the shrimp risotto and smashed potatoes. I wish I had leftovers to bring home! read more

Visited ChaBella for dinner on a Tuesday night. I went in OpenTable to make a reservation the same night around 5 pm and it showed they didn't have anything earlier than 8 pm however when we showed up it was very quiet; there were plenty of empty tables and it didn't get more full while we were there, so not sure why OpenTable was that way. We would have preferred to come earlier. We opted to sit on the outside garden patio which was very romantic and quaint. I like that for the tables of two they placed the chairs next to each other as opposed to seating them facing each other. There was an old b&w movie being projected on the building's wall and they had cute hanging swings. The patio wasn't too crowded. There was a large family at one big table and then a couple smaller tables. They only had one server covering the patio and service was very slow. I tried the Toasted Coconut cocktail - it was tasty, not too, too sweet. To start, we shared the caprese. The burrata was very good and I loved all the flavors. For my main, I had the grouper and my fiancé got the caramelized onion tagliatelle & added bacon. The grouper dish was light and good; nothing that wowed me. My fiance couldn't eat much of the pasta dish - it was very heavy. Once our food came, we never really saw our server again. Pretty much everyone cleared out and we were waiting for him to come around and bring us our bill. We got stuck there an additional 10+ minutes longer than we needed to be. If we were to come back, we'd try other dishes. It has a lot of potential - our experience was just a miss read more

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I completely forgot to take pictures but the food was so simple, yet delicious. We started off with the charcuterie board. Everything was really fresh. We also got the scallop appetizer and the focaccia bread, which is a must. The bread was so soft and went great with both of the other appetizers. There were 4 of us and we all ordered the citrus and beet salad and it was so yummy. I had scallops on mine, which were small but perfectly done. I will definitely be going back. read more

Cha Bella was amazing, we got 17 different dishes and a bunch of appetizers and everybody was happy. The bartender Josh does a great job with the drinks. The waiter Josh also does a great job. Highly recommend this place. They accommodated our party of 17 very well, and it was a last minute change. read more

Great food! Amazing service. Very pretty inside. One of the best charcuterie in Savannah...might be my favorite in Savannah. Great vegetables!!! Totally recommend. read more

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Cha-Bella is a farm to table restaurant and it's little further away from a lot of the tourist spots. I would say reservations are a must. Service : 5 stars. Our waitress was good and provided us some good recommendations. Food: the bread was so good and adding the ricotta cheese and olive to it was so good. We fought who could have the remaining cheese left on the plate. I had the grouper and asked if the could put crab on it. Glad I made that decision. My husband had the lamb and enjoyed it. My friend has the shrimp and crab risotto and savored every bite of it. I don't have a photo of the tagliatelle with pesto, but the two people at the table said it was only ok. They had to ask for salt to give it some taste. All in all everyone enjoyed their meal. I'm giving this place a thumbs up and definitely worth a visit. read more

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This is our second time going to Cha-Bella, and I'm of mixed review. The first time was so good. Perfect service, food, everything was fantastic. This time I was pretty underwhelmed. For a dinner party of 5 we were there every bit of 2 hours. There were long periods between ordering drinks, appetizers and entree. We sat outside and while the patio was super cute, the traffic noise was insane. Not that they have control over that, but just a warning if you're trying to have a relaxing outdoor experience, this is not it. The motorcycles revving their engines and loud mufflers echoed inside the area. It was hard to just chill and enjoy dinner. All the food was good except the risotto, which was overcooked and the crab was rancid. We had to cover the bowl while we were eating because it smelled so bad. Our server didn't come back out so that we could address it until everyone else was done eating and we shared our food with the guy who ordered the risotto so he was full. I'm pretty sure they took the dish off the bill, but still. You can't serve rancid seafood to folks. The grouper was average. The best was the steak and mushroom papardelle. Honestly, it may be my last visit. For the price paid, I just expected it to be a bit better. I raved about this place after the last time we ate here but legitimately the rancid dish was so off putting we almost sat the dish on an empty table so the rest of us didn't have to smell it. read more

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What a gem of a restaurant. I found it on Yelp weeks in advance of our trip to Savannah and I'm so glad it came up. The farm to table was obvious with the fresh ingredients and unique menu. We started off with the hummus & chips- I know what you're thinking, chips? Yes, the most delicious compliment to the flavorful hummus with fresh herbs. For our main dish, we shared the 20oz ribeye with sides of string beans and whipped potatoes. The steak was prepared to perfection and the whipped potatoes were great. I'd skip the string beans next time. Service was great and the Christmas decorations made our dinner extra special. We fell in love with the city of Savannah and plan to return to Cha Bella the next time were in town! read more

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My wife and I were so excited to try this place. We made a reservation a week ahead, got seated on time, and then... crickets. Our server vanished for 12 minutes like we were part of a social experiment. When he finally showed up, he treated us like background extras in someone else's dinner. We ordered steaks: hers medium, mine medium rare. What we got were two slabs of raw meat. And I like rare. These weren't rare; they were mooing. We sent them back. One came back slightly better, the other still raw. At that point, we were done. The server acted like we were the problem, so we just paid and left. Save your appetite (and your patience) for literally anywhere else. read more

We made reservations for a large party during a business trip down to Savannah. We were seated promptly and the restaurant was quite hot. There is an interesting smell, and it got worse in the bathrooms. It was a moist, vinegar smell- not especially one you'd like to smell in a restaurant. All of the wait staff seemed to be dripping sweat. There was a single oscillating fan in the corner to cool the area. We waited a significant amount of time for our food to arrive after ordering (enough for us to spend time outside and come back in and it still wasn't at the table). When the food came we were all quite underwhelmed. I ordered the hog chop at the recommendation of the waiter, who told us that it was cooked in a sous vide and then finished in cast-iron. It was incredibly dry. The goat creamed kale side was incredibly salty and was almost like a kale soup. I can't say I'll return or that I'd recommend Cha Bella. Perhaps there was a reason they were able to seat a party of 11 so readily. read more

Cha-Bella - Hog Chop - New American Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

I did a food tour last time I was in Savanah and one of my first stops was Cha-Bella. The food here is amazing and you could taste the love and quality put into every single dish. Loved the cocktails that were refreshing with the heat. Service and decor were also great. Great locally owned restaurant where you will have a wonderful experience. read more

Food is excellent. Very good. Loved the rib eye and pork chops. Service was good. Not exceptional but good. Drinks are good. You probably will need reservations if you go on a weekend. Very limited parking read more

Nice outdoor patio and atmosphere inside. Good wine. Also the farm to table concept is great. However we were very disappointed in our food and left hungry. read more

Cha-Bella - New American Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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Nicely attentive service last night after singing with the Symphony Chorus. Always love the paparadelle and their spin on putanezesca.

We had the best experience at Cha Bella last evening! Beautiful outdoor patio that we were able to enjoy with our dogs. Cocktails were inventive and delicious. We started with the mezz platter- so fresh and amazing flavors! We had the filet and shrimp risotto. Highly recommend both. We ended with the goat cheese cheesecake- unique and so good!! The service was spot on.. attentive, helpful and so friendly and genuine. Highly, highly recommend! read more

Food service lovely Friday nights seem to attract bachelorette parties. So noise level high but manageable. Food was well priced but lacking imagination. Nothing bad but perhaps chef's reach didn't match skill level. The Crudo was a bit tough and bland. Shrimps were more chewy than i liked. Might be a fun place to come with a group. read more

Excellent atmosphere, wine list, mock tails and food! 10/10 would recommend and the service was outstanding too!

A lovely restaurant with incredibly attentive service. On a Saturday evening, only folks with reservations were being seated, so I recommend making one. Our server was phenomenal and helpful. I did find the pappardelle a bit bland and probably should have asked for some extra sauce or cheese but I didn't bother and that's on me. The shrimp were plump, quality, and cooked perfectly. My friend with celiac disease was able to order several items and loved the buttermilk potatoes the most. The famous risotto is also good. read more

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To me, there is little that compares to the satisfaction and joy that a farm-to-table restaurant brings. Being that corporations and big food have largely taken over America, it is incredibly refreshing to see businesses supporting local farmers, ranchers, and artisans. Cha Bella is doing just that. Transparency about the sources of food being served is what sets restaurants like these apart from the rest. They list their vendors on the menu to give you that salt of the Earth feeling and the quality does not disappoint. The cocktails were creative, cute and super tasty. Everything was absolutely delicious but my favorite was the beef carpaccio. The pop and flavor of the runny duck egg in the center was beautiful. I was hesitant about the blue cheese steak but our waiter reassured me that it is one of their most popular dishes and indeed, it exceeded expectations! The lamb chops were also excellent. The no-frills approach to the decor and the dim lighting added to the ambiance that a farm-focused dining experience naturally offers. The servers were knowledgeable of the menu as well as warm and inviting. Savannah has many great options, but I firmly believe that choosing establishments that prioritize local is the way to go! read more

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Super cool vibes with AMZING AMD SCRUMPTIOUS locally sourced menu items! The cheese board is a MUST as well as the very rich goat cheese kale. I ordered the sea bass with succotash and my colleague the gnocchi- cannot go wrong either way! Service was too notch, super knowledgeable and fast and FRIENDLY! The restaurant has a very nice wine list though my colleague tried a couple of the cocktails and he said they were delicious craft drinks (whisky sours with egg white foam). Definitely highly recommended and I will be going back. read more

On our last night in Savannah for our mini-moon, we had dinner at Cha-Bella in the gorgeous outdoor patio area and a lovely experience overall. When you think of southern and farm-to-table cuisine combined with southern charm, Cha-Bella fits the bill perfectly. Their freshly made and prepared food is divine and deeply satisfying to the last bite. The vibes when you enter Cha-Bella is that of a cool old Aunt's house that has collected some stylish artwork, with a spacious and hospitable back patio with fans spinning and food that will leave you beyond full and satisfied for at least a week. We took a table in the said patio, which felt more like a backyard party with people enjoying the vibes, the drinks, and the food served. The Ginny Fizz certainly satisfied my cocktail needs that were refreshing and citrusy before we indulged in a smorgasbord of bacon goodness. The Bacon and Whiskey Board was decadent between the thick-cut candied bacon, crispy pork belly, and creamy pancetta-filled eggs rolls that paired very well with the whiskey served. Unfortunately, I don't remember all the whiskeys outside the Legacy, but that board could have been enough for us. But alas, we had seared scallops that were served with crispy leeks and pancetta that sent us to the point of food coma. We indeed went beyond a level between ordering the Key Lime Pie and the Goat Cheese Cheesecake that were amazing and filling. I don't think we ate anything the next day because we were still working off this meal. I applaud Cha-Bella for bringing us to a place of culinary connection and collectiveness from which all dining experiences should deliver. Cha-Bella is an epic symphony of foodie oneness, one of the best restaurants we had in Savannah during our Mini-Moon. read more

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Cha-Bella is an upscale farm to table restaurant, so all of the ingredients are fresh and the menu changes with the seasons. I had been past this restaurant several times and it looked good so I finally decided to give them a try. I made a reservation through Open Table and noted we were celebrating an anniversary. This was recognized at the hostess table. In the beginning of the meal, the restaurant was quiet and the server was attentive to our table. We weren't interested in any of the appetizers, so we went straight for the entrees. The meals took so long to come out the waitress had to offer us more bread since we were hungry! I ordered the Shrimp & Crab Risotto and my boyfriend ordered the 24 ounce rib eye. Both of our meals were delicious! The ribeye came with 2 sides, a potato gratin and green beans. He is so picky when it comes to meats at a restaurant, so when he has nothing to complain about you know it was good! The dessert options looked good, but not nothing I was in the mood for. The drink menu was underwhelming. Several of the cocktails on the specialty menu were made with Smirnoff and other cheaper liquors. For the price of those... we stuck to wine. It took about 30 minutes for the waitress to bring us our check after we declined dessert and 2nd round of drinks. We didn't see her, or another associate during this time period. read more

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Popped in for a small bite. Nice menu selection. Delicious salads. Really good top shelf sangria. Accommodated our showing up near closing with a friendly welcome. Wish we could come back for a full experience. read more

Probably one of the highlights of our trip to Savannah! This place was absolutely beautiful and the food yummy. Came by here on a food tour and sampled some local shrimp dish that was fabulous. We tried to book dinner here, but unfortunately they were booked for the next couple of days were were in town, but we will definitely be back to experience the full deal very soon!!! read more

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Terrible service, mediocre food. There are a lot better places to enjoy in Savannah. We will not be returning

After discovering one of our tour guides also served as a guide for a Savannah food tour, we acted on her recommendation to eat at Cha-Bella and... words do not do justice, but I will give it a college try. The restaurant is beautifully done and if it's cool enough to sit outside I recommend it - the outdoor dining space is very romantic once the sun goes down. To say this place is a hidden gem is a vast understatement. The food here is beyond phenomenal - my husband and I both agreed it is one of the best meals we have ever had (both being avid foodies and always looking for quality fine dining experiences). In looking at tons of restaurant honorable mentions and travel related TikTok's about Savannah, nobody mentioned this place but it deserves a top spot on the "don't miss this" list. We loved it so much we came back a second night for our last dinner in Savannah rather than try something that we knew wouldn't stand up to our previous nights' meal. Chef's menu is farm to table and heavily influenced by what's in season, so while my photos of what we ordered probably won't be quite the same for you, just trust me and go. Cocktails are delish, and respectable wine list that has something for everyone. I can't say enough good things, so just go experience the genius for yourself! read more

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We really enjoyed the patio at cha Bella; the swings were very fun! We got the beef carpaccio, deviled duck egg, and gnocchi. Recommend getting a small half order of the focaccia if you do get any pastas to soak up the sauce. read more

Cha-Bella - Beef carpaccio - New American Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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WOW! Amazing food, staff, and drinks. I got the pork chop with mashed potatoes and for dessert the orange crème brûlée. The BEST pork I've ever eaten. So beyond pleased with this dinner. Perfect from start to finish. Great vibe with cute swings outside. read more

Cha-Bella - Orange crème brûlée - New American Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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So we decided to head to Savannah for an early Sunday evening dinner. Cha-Bella is at the farther end of the city on East Broad St almost in a quiet residential neighborhood. I will say the restaurant Looks great! There is a small but nice little bar as you walk in on the right and a very welcoming comfortable dining room. They also have a big outdoor patio that's covered! We decided to opt for a bottle of Louis LaTour Pinot Noir, but they were out so they subbed (asking us before they did of course) with a bottle of Böen a Russian River Valley Sonoma Pinot. While the wine was good, it did not seem to be a Pinot. Almost more of a red blend. Obviously a French or any old world Pinot would have a little more of non-fruit for aromas and flavors and this wine was very fruity. Not bad at all just different. We then opted for 3 apps. Scallops with crispy leeks and bacon, carpaccio with cherry tomatoes, and grouper cakes. (Think of crab cakes except using fish instead!). Scallops were good. Carpaccio lacked seasoning and I know where it was...in my grouper cakes. Really over seasoned, to the point it kind of burned the back of my throat. Nothing on the menu really invited and more exploration. Our server was very friendly and attentive. If the food matched the service it would have been 5 stars easy!! read more

Cha-Bella - New American Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Excellent service, ambience, and food. Highly recommend. Cody and Elyssa were great. read more

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Nice outdoor seating, really enjoyed the 20 oz ribeye (the receipt called it "big ass ribeye"). The ala carte side of potatoes were nice, the mushrooms were just ok - mainly seemed like Bella with a sprinkle of more exotic ones added in. Whipped ricotta appetizer was also nice, although I found the bread to be denser than I would have preferred. All in, solid choice for a steak, would come back. read more

Oh Cha Bella was such a delight! The food is farm to table and our waitress told us they don't even have a freezer! The food was soooo awesome and we had an amazing experience. We ordered a Malbec which was nice and very light. Now on to the food! [APPS] Bread is made in house and was brought out with an olive oil tampanade with balsamic, Parmesan and herbs....incredible! Grilled Romaine - this salad twist with cornmeal dusted oysters was good. It could have had more dressing but still great!! Clams - the hubby had this and the sauce was sooo delish! [DINNER] I ordered the pork chop which is super large and had a ton left over! It was so flavorful. The greens had a sweet taste so I wasn't a fan but the mashed potatoes were incredible. The asparagus was cooked perfectly. Hubby had the steak special and it was soooooo good! The Parmesan potatoes were so great!! They were cut in circles and the Parmesan just sent it over the edge. Fantastic experience and very reasonable pricing relative to the servings. read more

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Went here as a group of 14 for a bachelorette party and had a great time. We were sat separately from most of the other diners which allowed our large group some privacy and the room was decorated perfectly. The food was delicious, we ordered the focaccia and the grilled romaine to start and share then I ordered the hog chop with the goat creamed kale. We tried the risotto and tagliatelle as well, everything was impressive! The service was also great, we loved it! read more

Cha-Bella - Hog chop - New American Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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It was hard to find anything wrong with dinner here last night. The server and his recommendations were fantastic. We shared the grilled focaccia bread while I had the hog chop and my wife had the shrimp and risotto. Both delicious. We shared the roasted acorn squash, carrot, butter, butternut squash, vegetable dish that was just outstanding. read more