Not only was the food average but below, but I also felt slighted on portions! Was on a trip and desperately needed some greens in my life, so I decided to skip the recent horror news articles about explosive bathroom visits after salad and brave my way to the Kayak Cafe. Walked in and was seated immediately near the gym that shares an entrance door. Plenty of tables inside and out. Ordered the shrimp mexi salad. To say it left something to be desired was an understatement. Menu promised abundant jumbo local shrimp however I was served 6 small shrimp. "Chipotle Cesar" Dressing on the side looked and tasted like chipotle mayo. Got the salad and a bottle of water and somehow walked out with a $31 bill after tip of 20%. read more

Absolutely amazing lunch spot with my girlfriends. The food was phenomenal, such a cozy vibe, and our server, Curry, was a blast. If I'm ever back in town, I will be back. read more

PLASTIC CHUNKS IN SMOOTHIE!!! the first time I came I loved the smoothie and the salad so I came back the next day. this review is for that next day, where I nearly choked and ended up ingesting literal pieces of plastic. chunks. apparently one of their plastic cups had wound up in the blender. INSIDE the blender. the server strained my smoothie to confirm that there were even larger chunks of plastic than the ones caught in my throat. they apologized and asked if I wanted to order something else but honestly I was shocked that something thing this dangerous happened. i honestly would have expected a personal apology at the very very least from the restaurant owner for this truly shocking experience. I was so taken aback that I just walked out read more

This place is premised on being able to serve just about any diet. The "cafe" moniker implies something casual, but the service was a bit too casual for my liking. Neither I nor anyone else who entered seemed quite clear about whether to order at the register or wait to be seated (ultimately it was the latter), and tables sat uncleared for a while. It was hard to communicate due to the music volume, which did not help. Upon searching for a restroom, I found one which you had to walk through another business to get to and which had a code lock on it. Overall, not a great experience. The food, however, delivered on its promise. I considered several options, but had no qualms about the vegan taco bowl I ordered. While it came with dressing, I barely used any because the quinoa, the tortilla strips, and the walnut "meat" it came with delivered such balanced flavors. Conversely, the strawberry mint tea I ordered was quite mediocre; it was hastily prepared and I'd hoped the flavor might improve as I mixed it, but it really didn't deliver much. It was pricey as well. So I can affirm that vegan, gluten-free, and otherwise conscientious eaters should be checking this place out, but don't expect a world class experience. read more

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Our party of four requested indoor seating. The service was quick, the food was great with various vegan dishes, and a special mention goes to the tomato basil soup :) The bathroom was clean and is shared with other vendors in the back. It needs a key or a code (one of my relatives took care of this part and we each held the door for each other). read more

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Loved the gluten free options here. Something fresh and healthy in the midst of downtown!

I wouldn't normally rate Kayak like this as I have always had good food there and was really looking forward to having lunch there again with my spouse. However, today was especially awful. We had a hard time parking our truck, and it was not horribly busy. The bartender saw us and told us to grab a table. We waited for 20 minutes with no menu, no water, no offer of any drinks. During that time, a couple of patrons also commented how bad the service was and I noticed very few waiters/waitresses on the floor. The bartender was also bussing too. We left. Horribly disappointed and let them know no one came to serve us. The busboy did apologize but to wait that long is going to eventually hurt your business, no matter what. Not all of us have a leisurely day. I still needed to get back home to work. read more

Make sure you ask for Hunter. That guy rocks! Fun menu with a nice variety of healthy options. Shawarma was awesome. Get flour tortillas with the tacos. Chicken and goat cheese quesadilla could use a bit more basil and/or pesto. All food was great. Ask about wine and liquor availability - the printed menu is fluid. Loved sitting out on the sidewalk for lunch. Happy to recommend. Out-of-town we that likes finding new places to eat. read more

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We went here for something lite but good. The food was good and the service was fine. I was shocked, though, that my salad came out 5 mins before my husband's and my kids' quesadillas. We were the only people in the restaurant. The food was incredibly over priced. My husband and I got salads. They were mostly lettuce. I added tofu but only got maybe a slice from a block. It was all a o expensive. read more

After a few days traveling I needed something a little more fresh and "healthy". Kayak Kafe was just that. The salads were very large and delicious and the rest of the menu looked great too! This place could definitely use an upgrade with fresh paint and maybe some new chairs, but overall very tasty! read more

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Walk in happy and you will leave fulfilled . The atmosphere is light cozy with chill music playing. The black bean burger is excellent! They have gluten free bun options (Udi's). a visit, especially for healthier and clean eating read more

Had the southwestern chicken Caesar salad. While they do provide a lot of romaine lettuce, it is overall a meh salad. The chicken is cold, and the dressing tastes nothing like a Caesar. Also tried the tomato soup, it was a bit thicker than I was expecting. Overall, wouldn't go back. read more

Delicious! Ordered the Walnut Chorizo Quesadilla with Cashew Mozzarella and loved it!

Service is a bit slow but friendly. The quality of the food is great. I've been here twice now and it's the best healthier option in Savannah. And it's not packed like the surrounding places (to my surprise) I highly recommend any of the burritos and tacos! The vegan burrito has to be one of the best things I've had in Savannah. The walnut acts as chorizo and it may even be better than actual chorizo. Perfect flavorings! read more

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The food was great, so was the ambiance. However the service needs some improvement. We waited for a while to get our food and to pay our bill, to be fair they had only 1 waitress for the whole cafe. Due to this a lot of the tables were dirty and she was trying her best to clean and make sure everyone has the food they needed. We could potentially come back, but it may be best to just order to go instead of eating there. Also the bathrooms are odd... you have to get the code and walk past a reception area of a gym to get to the bathrooms. Very interesting experience lol read more

If you are looking for great vegan food, look no further! My husband and I stopped her for lunch and had the vegan chorizo burrito and the vegan lentil burger and both were amazing. They have a great selection of vegan (and gluten free) meals. Service was great and the location is convenient. They have some outdoor seating. read more

First, Janie is AMAZING! The food is superb and so flavorful. The lime chicken tacos are the bomb. Ask for their house-made habenero sauce. read more

Great vegan options. Staff was so helpful and the outdoor seating on the sidewalk is a plus in the nice weather.

Do not order online from the midtown location! I waited literally 50 minutes after my order was supposed to be ready. Multiple orders that people placed online came in to pick up and they still had to wait a long time as well. I don't think they even started making my order until I got there. They weren't even that busy in the dining room. Y'all need to get your online experience together or get rid of it. no apologies or anything for how long it took. Complete ridiculous.id give 00 stars if I could. read more

Stopped for a quick lunch. We wanted a lighter fare and this place delivered a great experience. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Many locals eating lunch here, so that always a good sign! Ordered an avacado and shrimp quesadilla and a small southwestern Caesar. Both items were made fresh and were delicious. Would definitely recommend this place for a meal with great ingredients and many healthy options! read more

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This place is a Hipster's dream. -vegan & vegetarian options -all options are delicious -the staff is excellent -outdoor seating -dog friendly atmosphere on the patio (they will bring treats and water for your furry companions) Cons: -only one bathroom and it's in the back of the building near a spa of some sort -during a rush they could use an additional server read more

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Sort of disappointing, but still OK. Shrimp tacos were good, but not great. We were packed in there, too. Perhaps too many tables inside?? It was hot in there, too. Wife said the same thing about the shrimp tacos....just OK. Bathroom is a total pain to use as they share it with a gym next door. read more

My friend and I came here for dinner. The service was great!! We sat at the bar and the worker was really funny and engaging. He ended up making me a alcoholic drink but didn't put hardly any alcohol so he gave me a couple more shots. For dinner I had the Wild Ga Shrimp & Avocado quesadilla which was ok but not worth the price. There was hardly any avocado and very little shrimp. I don't know if I would come again for their food but I wouldn't mind trying a shake. read more

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Fresh and fast. After all the heavy food we've had and with this hot southern heat this was a great lighter option for a quick lunch. The salad portions are decent (wish they were a little more hearty for $17...) and the Georgia peach smoothie was good (tart but good). read more

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The service was friendly, responsive, and helpful. The server (younger, blonde woman) was attentive, listened, and was helpful for special dietary restrictions. The food is made to order and is fresh. They have a good selection of menu items, including special dietary needs (GF, V, V+, NGMO). I had the Broughton Cobb Salad and it was very fresh and tasty. Note - It was a very large portion! They have outside seating and we sat outside, however, the tables and chairs need to be upgraded. I observed many physically conscious customers coming in and out for takeout orders, so it appears to be good for healthy eaters. I am not affiliated with this restaurant, and the staff were not aware that I write reviews. read more

Food, service and ambiance were all great. I highly recommend kayak kafe, especially if you are looking for a nice salad.

Great food, great service and great juice to beat the warm day. The hummus had a nice spicy after note and the dressing had a great garlic kick. read more

Kayak Kafe - Sandwiches Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Maybe it was an off day.. but this dinning experience was difficult from start to finish. The food was decent, seems like they use fresh ingredients and have a decent selection of menu items. But I think for what it is, it was on the pricier side. I unfortunately did get a hair in my salad.. they made it right by remaking my salad.. but to find a long black hair was very disappointing... read more

I felt uneasy since I walked in the door. Photos online are very misleading. The place is dirty. Walls need painting, floor needs sweeping. The MDF 'dining' tables are falling apart and are sticky to the touch . As my wife and I sat to eat the curtain to the kitchen opened and I was appalled at the lack of cleanliness that I saw in the back. Made my stomach turn just seeing it so we had to leave. I have worked in many kitchens in my life, and I would not recommend this place. read more

Really fresh food, tasted great! The only issue was the service. It took forever to get a server over and then the food took 30 minutes and only a few tables were taken. For a cafe they should be making the food faster, or at least hiring more kitchen employees. Our water was empty, and I asked for salt and pepper and it never came. The tofu I got was drenched in oil and I couldn't even eat it because it was so oily and hurt my stomach. My friend's turkey sandwich had barely any turkey on it. When she asked for more they took her sandwich away? And remade it only with the same amount as before.. which took an extra 20 minutes, but with an extra half of a sandwich? They were very nice and good customer service. But it didn't really solve the lack of turkey issue anything as she was basically just eating extra bread at that point. Great location and great veggie options! Could be use better operations management and better service in order to be 5 star. read more

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Loved the goat cheese chicken quesadilla, bar service was great! Chill ambiance, great lunch spot. read more

Kayak Kafe - Roasted Chicken & Goat Cheese Quesadilla - Sandwiches Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

I wanted to like this place but my salad, delivered, cost $20 and consisted of old, browning lettuce, a very small amount of black beans, and no avocado (as it was supposed to). Had I beet at the restaurant I would have asked for my avocado at least. Disappointing. read more

Kayak Kafe - Lettuce, chicken and blackbeans - Sandwiches Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

LOVE THIS PLACE! The perfect mix of options for vegans, vegetarians, AND meat eaters! You can come here with a big group of people with mixed diets and everyone will leave happy. If you want refills on water you might need to ask, but service is quick! read more

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First off, grumpy cashier, second, the sandwich they are selling for $16 is inedible, stale lettuce, the bread is hard as a rock, this place is the definition of terrible. Never coming back. read more

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Love their food! Especially the salads. I prefer their other location but if you are downtown good option.

I had the most delicious sandwich. The server was very attentive and friendly. The next time I am in Savannah, I will definitely eat here again. read more

As a plant based person I was thrilled that I could find something in Savannah. This didn't disappoint. I had a walnut burrito to go because I wanted something for my drive home. But I also had some delicious tater tots with vegan cheese. Not vegan options as well of course. Nothing fancy about the atmosphere, but cute. read more

I recently had the unfortunate experience of dining at Kayak Kafe that left me questioning my life choices. This place, which I'll generously refer to as a "restaurant," was a serious letdown. Let's start with the ambiance - or lack thereof. The dim lighting did nothing to conceal the worn-out furniture and chipped paint on the walls. The overall atmosphere screamed "dingy" rather than "appetizing." I couldn't decide if I was in a taco joint or a haunted house. The tacos were less than OK, you can get these at home for less than $4, Soup of the day for $9 ? not a ball ( as advertised) but a cup, tested just terrible, worce than can soup. The chicken in the tacos was tough as mails. A salad with add on chicken (few pieces of last night cooked chicken) tough and tesless. for $27 ? are you kidding me? NO imagination at all! Asked the server for some extra lime, brought it on a piece of napkin, PLEASE USE A SMALL DISH!!!!! The server was more interested in going to the back to talk to the "ladies" that offering ANY type of advise of what to order. I understand that most restaurants in Savannah are turist traps, but this one takes the cake! To top it all off, the prices were absurd considering the quality of the food. I left the place with an empty wallet and a growling stomach, regretting every moment I spent in that sorry excuse for a taco establishment. In conclusion, if you're looking for a place to ruin your appetite and drain your wallet simultaneously, this taco disaster is the perfect spot for you. Otherwise, save yourself the disappointment and head elsewhere for a genuine taco experience. read more

Trendy, healthy restaurant. Cute and colorful atmosphere, a great place to stop for a quick bite to eat and still get a healthy meal. The chicken and goat cheese quesadilla comes with chicken, bell peppers, pesto and sour cream. All of it was great, nice and crispy. I would definitely return here to try many other dishes. They also have a good selection of drinks- seltzers both non-alcoholic and alcoholic, local beers, juices, kombucha, etc. read more

Kayak Kafe - Roasted Chicken & Goat Cheese Quesadillas - Sandwiches Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Don't come here if you are hungry. Portions are so small, bland, and not worth the money.