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Great vibe, good food. Stopped by to try the tasting menu for two. Standout dishes were the chopped salad (the wasabi peas made everything pop) and wagyu reuben (every element just worked well together). Service was outstanding.
I came with some friends for dinner and we had the tasting menu. One of my friends was pregnant and they were able to accommodate her on the menu with no raw food. My favourites were the ikura latkes, tuna tartare, and hamachi sashimi. The rest of the dishes were all pretty good too. I also loved the excellence service, and overall clean aesthetic of the restaurant. Would definitely recommend for a date night!
I came here for winterlicious and it was great! Had their chopped salad which was plentiful. Other people had the wagyu sandwich starter which was amazing. I had the fish as my main and felt it was good but was not the biggest fan of the spicy sauce underneath. My friends ordered the steak and it was cooked well but came with almost like a coconut flavored sauce which was a bit unique. Overall the restaurant vibes were really nice and service was amazing! Bonus points for having very nice washrooms with bidets and Aesop soap.
I've gone for the tasting menu twice with different groups, and both times I had a fantastic experience and everybody in my party agreed. Right off the bat, this is a beautiful restaurant. The decor from the tables to the bars to the chairs are all gorgeous. The tables have small little pockets to put your phones, which we didn't use, but found it charming. The service time has been very friendly. They were able to chat with us without making it feel forced, and they did a great job explaining the menu and our options. And the food was delicious. I think it's a fair to generous portion size for the price, especially given the tasting menu format. There are no misses, every dish is designed and executed well. Highlights for me include the Reuben sandwich and the latke. And especially for a tasting menu, this is one that you will certainly not leave hungry. The final protein course always fills you up. Definitely worth a visit!
We came here to try their 7-course tasting menu on a Wednesday ($65/person). The regular tasting menu is $95/person on other nights. The staff are very friendly and responsive; we got to try some of the cocktails the bartender had been creating, before they appeared on the menu. And they were AMAZING! Our 7-course meal included Ikura Latke, Chopped Salad, Wgyu Reuben, Brussel Sprouts, Fried Chicken and Shrimp . We ended one a sweet note with Profiteroles (cream puffs with salted caramel, pecan and dulce de leche). Everything was fresh and tasted amazing.
Visited twice for their tasting menu - once the full version and once for the condensed version. Favourites were the salad and the brussel sprouts! Definitely a must try. Least favourites were their protein options... could definitely use some improvement: - fried chicken (it was just regular ole fried chicken) - the steak frites (accompanying sauces were quite plain and too thin... the fries were overdone) - wagyu reuben (underwhelming) Drinks are super strong! Service was great! Ambiance is cute however, the seats by the window are reaaaalllly cold because of the draft during the winter. (Unfortunately it's actually cold enough where you'll want to wear your winter coat!)
We tried the journey tasting menu as a larger group on a weekday evening. Right off the bat, our jackets were taken to coat check and we were told there are storage spaces integrated within the table to store our phones if we wish to be device-free. The interior is cozy and has cave elements such as the textured curved walls and dark ambiance. I ordered a cocktail called The Flip since the ingredients sounded lovely together, but unfortunately was served a small glass with mostly foam (and maybe 2 mL of liquid). The small sip I did taste was yummy, but I wish there was more of it for $16. For appetizers, we started off with cheese pastry bites and ikura latke with salmon roe. Both were very savoury but quite tiny in size. We were also served tuna tartare topped with shaved truffle and house-made potato chips. The truffle was addicting and made the tartare a standout dish, while the chips were extremely crispy. The chopped salad was one of the best salads I've had, coming from someone who doesn't typically eat a lot of vegetables. It came with cashews and wasabi peas which added a nice crunch, as well as a delicious dressing. For the next course, we had the wagyu reuben which was okay, but had a strong sauerkraut flavour that I'm not a fan of. It was also very salty, so I wouldn't have been able to eat a bigger portion than what was served. The fried chicken was super crispy and juicy, served with a tangy harissa hot sauce and doused with a creamy dill labneh. The sauces added so much more depth to the chicken. For the NY striploin, the whisky jus was great, but the béarnaise sauce made it exceptional. The brussel sprouts (served with walnut, pomegranate, and feta) was tasty, but crispy to the point where the texture was similar to flakey chips. I would have preferred if they didn't cook them as much so there was still a bite to them. For dessert, we had the profiterole stuffed with mexican chocolate (has a bit of a kick) and served with wild rice candy. The chocolate was dark and therefore not too sweet, just perfect. Our plates were cleared away between courses. Bonus shoutout to the gorgeous bathrooms with smart toilets equipped with heated seats, a bidet, and automatic opening/closing of the seats.
3.5/5 We had a mixed experience at Sara. Despite arriving on time for our reservation, we had to wait about fifteen minutes to be seated. We did the high table which is just the bar and it's a bit cramped back there ( I bumped into the person next to me a couple times). It took about an hour from reservation time until we got our first appetizers. However, the servers and service was stellar and everyone was kind. Onto the food. We ordered the wagyu Reuben (FANTASTIC) and salmon latkas (also good). They make the bread for the Reuben in house. For the main we had the halibut and fried chicken. Halibut was good, and the fried chicken was cooked well but not as exceptional as I'd heard. Overall we had a decent time and enjoyed what we ate.
We loved our dinner here last night! The second you step in, the ambiance is so gorgeous and tranquil and puts you in a great place to step away from the day to day and enjoy a great meal. The tables have a little cubby where you can put your phone away. I loved this bc it was so intentional and helps remove distractions. Now onto the food - I loved all the different dishes we tried! We had 6 dishes and were stuffed at the end of our meal. I especially recommend the ikura latkes, chopped salad, and profiteroles. The service was great! Attentive and friendly. I'd highly recommend a visit here especially for a date night!
AMBIANCE | Celebrated a friend's birthday here. Vibes are vibing indoors, it's like minimalist/Scandinavian? There are 2 separate dining floors and the washrooms are in the basement (washrooms are really nice too lol). FOOD | We ordered a bunch of foods to share, including the chopped salad, tuna tartare, barbecued lamb, eggplant, fried chicken, and blackened bass. Highlights were definitely chopped salad and blackened bass -- chopped salad has so many ingredients that complement each other really well and blackened bass was so nicely charred and the lemon juice over top was such a nice touch. SERVICE | Our server was really nice and attentive, and we were able to bring in a cake for our friend! He was able to portion off our foods and often came around to check on us. VERDICT | Don't know if it's a restaurant you make a habit of visiting, but I think it'll be nice to eat out at once in a while/for a special occasion.
Came here for Winterlicious 2025. The restaurant has two floors however is a bit on the smaller side. Definitely will want to make reservations ahead of time. A fun fact about their tables, they have a compartment in the middle of the table for people to put their phones. This is great if you want people to be in the moment instead of on their phones. With our Winterlicious menu, we also got the Ikura Latkes. This was absolutely delicious and felt like it was elevated Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Crackers. For the appetizers we got the Ahi Tuna Tartare. This tastes amazing with its truffle flavours. We also got the Wagyu Reuben was also great and really resembled a Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich. For the main dishes we got the Argentinian Shrimp, not very much was remembered (all I remember was that it was good ) as this dish was eclipsed by the Fried Chicken. The Fried Chicken is by far the best I have ever had. Chicken was very juicy, breading was very soft, and paired with the sauces it was just absolutely amazing. The portions were huge as well and I could barely get myself to finish it all. To finish, for deserts we got the Profiterole and Sara Mess. Both desserts were delicious and very light to finish our meals.
Yum! SARA was a cool spot. Had the tasting menu on a Wednesday and all the dishes were tasty (and I believe it was discounted). I really enjoyed the appetizer and also felt like the dishes were well curated. Will be back!
A bit of a letdown to have dined here. I expected a larger menu, and better service from this restaurant which appeared on the Michelin website. Considering I had numerous email communications with the restaurant prior to arrival and made the reservation months in advance for my wife's birthday, it was disappointing the management didn't see fit to save a nice table for us. Our server Doug was more interested in socializing with the table of 4 women seated next to us, and he only appeared twice following taking our order. Food was flavorful. But nothing exotic. As other have stated, "Nothing stood out." Drinks totaled $97 and food was $122.
We came for Summerlicious, but the $89 tasting menu at SARA quickly stole the show. Some dishes leaned a little salty for my taste, but overall, the variety and quality made for a really satisfying meal. Highlights from the tasting menu: * Chopped salad: this might be one of the best salads I've had this year. It's giving fresh, balanced, flavour-packed. * Bay scallop: My second favorite dish here. The cauliflower crema was silky smooth, the yuzu relish added a gentle brightness, and the chicken crackling gave it that nice crunch. * Argentinian shrimp: delicious on its own, but that tandoori carrot purée? Chef's kiss. * Wagyu reuben: their most recommended dish, though a bit salty for me. Other bites like the NY striploin, tuna tartare, hamachi sashimi, and latke with ikura were also beautifully done. And we ended on a sweet note with their profiterole. All in all, great food, lovely space, and amazing service. I definitely see myself coming back just for the chopped salad ehehe. read more
Went to SARA for their tasting menu, "The Journey." Unfortunately, we arrived with high expectations and left disappointed. A journey, indeed. To be fair, the food was decent and beautifully presented--from the little tuna tartare bites and hamachi to the colourful beet ravioli, branzino and mini striploin. Every garnish looked ready for its close-up. My camera was probably more impressed than my taste buds, but overall, the food was okay. The service was where the journey hit a few potholes. Our server poured a full glass of wine and was about to pour for everyone before anyone had a chance to taste it. Apparently, the tasting menu didn't extend to the wine. Unfortunately, the bottle turned out to be bad--a plot twist best discovered with a small pour, rather than a full commitment. When we questioned the pour, our server told us there was no need to taste Prosecco first. Apparently, bubbles come with quality assurance. Unfortunately, our bottle hadn't received the memo. We also had to repeatedly remind our server about forgotten items. I thought we'd booked dinner, but apparently we'd signed up for a supervisory position. No training, straight into management. With a Michelin recommendation, I expected the basics to be handled properly. I wasn't asking for someone to serenade the branzino--just let us taste the wine first and remember our requests. Even the chocolate cake arrived with a candle. I briefly considered making a wish for better service. Hence the low rating. Some nice food and lovely photos, but a disappointing overall experience. Will we go back? Probably not. We've completed "The Journey." No return ticket required. read more
We tried the 6-dish experience with dessert and wine. The place was lovely. They caught both an elegant and warm ambiance. However, it felt too loud. Not sure if what can be done about it. Food was nice, I specially enjoyed Ikura Latke and scallop - Scallop was the best I ever had. Staff was kind too. They were a bit late to greet us and start with water, waited a bit at the table but it was crowded. After that however, he was attentive and kind. I thought the menu could be planned better like a composition, but still each dish was delicious. Overall, a good to have experience. read more
Great vibe, good food. Stopped by to try the tasting menu for two. Standout dishes were the chopped salad (the wasabi peas made everything pop) and wagyu reuben (every element just worked well together). Service was outstanding. read more
I came with some friends for dinner and we had the tasting menu. One of my friends was pregnant and they were able to accommodate her on the menu with no raw food. My favourites were the ikura latkes, tuna tartare, and hamachi sashimi. The rest of the dishes were all pretty good too. I also loved the excellence service, and overall clean aesthetic of the restaurant. Would definitely recommend for a date night! read more
9 months ago
I came here for winterlicious and it was great! Had their chopped salad which was plentiful. Other people had the wagyu sandwich starter which was amazing. I had the fish as my main and felt it was good but was not the biggest fan of the spicy sauce underneath. My friends ordered the steak and it was cooked well but came with almost like a coconut flavored sauce which was a bit unique. Overall the restaurant vibes were really nice and service was amazing! Bonus points for having very nice washrooms with bidets and Aesop soap. read more
I've gone for the tasting menu twice with different groups, and both times I had a fantastic experience and everybody in my party agreed. Right off the bat, this is a beautiful restaurant. The decor from the tables to the bars to the chairs are all gorgeous. The tables have small little pockets to put your phones, which we didn't use, but found it charming. The service time has been very friendly. They were able to chat with us without making it feel forced, and they did a great job explaining the menu and our options. And the food was delicious. I think it's a fair to generous portion size for the price, especially given the tasting menu format. There are no misses, every dish is designed and executed well. Highlights for me include the Reuben sandwich and the latke. And especially for a tasting menu, this is one that you will certainly not leave hungry. The final protein course always fills you up. Definitely worth a visit! read more
We came here to try their 7-course tasting menu on a Wednesday ($65/person). The regular tasting menu is $95/person on other nights. The staff are very friendly and responsive; we got to try some of the cocktails the bartender had been creating, before they appeared on the menu. And they were AMAZING! Our 7-course meal included Ikura Latke, Chopped Salad, Wgyu Reuben, Brussel Sprouts, Fried Chicken and Shrimp . We ended one a sweet note with Profiteroles (cream puffs with salted caramel, pecan and dulce de leche). Everything was fresh and tasted amazing. read more
2 years ago
Visited twice for their tasting menu - once the full version and once for the condensed version. Favourites were the salad and the brussel sprouts! Definitely a must try. Least favourites were their protein options... could definitely use some improvement: - fried chicken (it was just regular ole fried chicken) - the steak frites (accompanying sauces were quite plain and too thin... the fries were overdone) - wagyu reuben (underwhelming) Drinks are super strong! Service was great! Ambiance is cute however, the seats by the window are reaaaalllly cold because of the draft during the winter. (Unfortunately it's actually cold enough where you'll want to wear your winter coat!) read more
We tried the journey tasting menu as a larger group on a weekday evening. Right off the bat, our jackets were taken to coat check and we were told there are storage spaces integrated within the table to store our phones if we wish to be device-free. The interior is cozy and has cave elements such as the textured curved walls and dark ambiance. I ordered a cocktail called The Flip since the ingredients sounded lovely together, but unfortunately was served a small glass with mostly foam (and maybe 2 mL of liquid). The small sip I did taste was yummy, but I wish there was more of it for $16. For appetizers, we started off with cheese pastry bites and ikura latke with salmon roe. Both were very savoury but quite tiny in size. We were also served tuna tartare topped with shaved truffle and house-made potato chips. The truffle was addicting and made the tartare a standout dish, while the chips were extremely crispy. The chopped salad was one of the best salads I've had, coming from someone who doesn't typically eat a lot of vegetables. It came with cashews and wasabi peas which added a nice crunch, as well as a delicious dressing. For the next course, we had the wagyu reuben which was okay, but had a strong sauerkraut flavour that I'm not a fan of. It was also very salty, so I wouldn't have been able to eat a bigger portion than what was served. The fried chicken was super crispy and juicy, served with a tangy harissa hot sauce and doused with a creamy dill labneh. The sauces added so much more depth to the chicken. For the NY striploin, the whisky jus was great, but the béarnaise sauce made it exceptional. The brussel sprouts (served with walnut, pomegranate, and feta) was tasty, but crispy to the point where the texture was similar to flakey chips. I would have preferred if they didn't cook them as much so there was still a bite to them. For dessert, we had the profiterole stuffed with mexican chocolate (has a bit of a kick) and served with wild rice candy. The chocolate was dark and therefore not too sweet, just perfect. Our plates were cleared away between courses. Bonus shoutout to the gorgeous bathrooms with smart toilets equipped with heated seats, a bidet, and automatic opening/closing of the seats. read more
3.5/5 We had a mixed experience at Sara. Despite arriving on time for our reservation, we had to wait about fifteen minutes to be seated. We did the high table which is just the bar and it's a bit cramped back there ( I bumped into the person next to me a couple times). It took about an hour from reservation time until we got our first appetizers. However, the servers and service was stellar and everyone was kind. Onto the food. We ordered the wagyu Reuben (FANTASTIC) and salmon latkas (also good). They make the bread for the Reuben in house. For the main we had the halibut and fried chicken. Halibut was good, and the fried chicken was cooked well but not as exceptional as I'd heard. Overall we had a decent time and enjoyed what we ate. read more
We loved our dinner here last night! The second you step in, the ambiance is so gorgeous and tranquil and puts you in a great place to step away from the day to day and enjoy a great meal. The tables have a little cubby where you can put your phone away. I loved this bc it was so intentional and helps remove distractions. Now onto the food - I loved all the different dishes we tried! We had 6 dishes and were stuffed at the end of our meal. I especially recommend the ikura latkes, chopped salad, and profiteroles. The service was great! Attentive and friendly. I'd highly recommend a visit here especially for a date night! read more
AMBIANCE | Celebrated a friend's birthday here. Vibes are vibing indoors, it's like minimalist/Scandinavian? There are 2 separate dining floors and the washrooms are in the basement (washrooms are really nice too lol). FOOD | We ordered a bunch of foods to share, including the chopped salad, tuna tartare, barbecued lamb, eggplant, fried chicken, and blackened bass. Highlights were definitely chopped salad and blackened bass -- chopped salad has so many ingredients that complement each other really well and blackened bass was so nicely charred and the lemon juice over top was such a nice touch. SERVICE | Our server was really nice and attentive, and we were able to bring in a cake for our friend! He was able to portion off our foods and often came around to check on us. VERDICT | Don't know if it's a restaurant you make a habit of visiting, but I think it'll be nice to eat out at once in a while/for a special occasion. read more
2 years ago
Came here for Winterlicious 2025. The restaurant has two floors however is a bit on the smaller side. Definitely will want to make reservations ahead of time. A fun fact about their tables, they have a compartment in the middle of the table for people to put their phones. This is great if you want people to be in the moment instead of on their phones. With our Winterlicious menu, we also got the Ikura Latkes. This was absolutely delicious and felt like it was elevated Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Crackers. For the appetizers we got the Ahi Tuna Tartare. This tastes amazing with its truffle flavours. We also got the Wagyu Reuben was also great and really resembled a Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich. For the main dishes we got the Argentinian Shrimp, not very much was remembered (all I remember was that it was good ) as this dish was eclipsed by the Fried Chicken. The Fried Chicken is by far the best I have ever had. Chicken was very juicy, breading was very soft, and paired with the sauces it was just absolutely amazing. The portions were huge as well and I could barely get myself to finish it all. To finish, for deserts we got the Profiterole and Sara Mess. Both desserts were delicious and very light to finish our meals. read more
Yum! SARA was a cool spot. Had the tasting menu on a Wednesday and all the dishes were tasty (and I believe it was discounted). I really enjoyed the appetizer and also felt like the dishes were well curated. Will be back! read more
3 years ago
A bit of a letdown to have dined here. I expected a larger menu, and better service from this restaurant which appeared on the Michelin website. Considering I had numerous email communications with the restaurant prior to arrival and made the reservation months in advance for my wife's birthday, it was disappointing the management didn't see fit to save a nice table for us. Our server Doug was more interested in socializing with the table of 4 women seated next to us, and he only appeared twice following taking our order. Food was flavorful. But nothing exotic. As other have stated, "Nothing stood out." Drinks totaled $97 and food was $122. read more
Heard great things about SARA, so I was excited when I got reservations for a Thursday after work. Ordered about 5 dishes to split between 3 people. The menu seems very global which is great. The service and ambience is top notch. They definitely have all the elements of a great dining experience. I wasn't overly impressed with the food though, may have just need what I ordered. The latkes were good, but the total was a bit pricey. Loved the interior though! read more
The decor is so unique in this restaurant. If you want a lively, picturesque yet dim atmosphere this is your place. Food highlights are definitely the latkes and wagyu reuben. They are a fan favorite and must-have. My reservation was for bar seating and our bartender was really informative about the menu. It took 15 minutes for my party to be seated even with us having a reservation. read more
Get a 6 course tasting menu + 2 glasses of wine at a Michelin recommended restaurant for $119! Normally this testing menu is $89 PER PERSON (or $65 on Wed)! Here's what I had previously but yours may vary: Amuse bouche Ikura latke Wagyu reuban Chopped salad whole branzino smoked beets banana creme profiterole The ikura latke was the best dish, I could honestly just load up on that itself! The experience was not bad but I also wasn't super impressed by it either, I did enjoy some of the appetizers though I think I expected a bit more based on the hype and price! Get this deal via TravelZoo or WagJag, you'll have to purchase the voucher first and redeem it upon your visit. Make sure you read the T&C on what's included! For example, we still had to pay tax and tip on top afterwards. You can also get the tasting menu for $65 per person on Wednesdays. read more
Came here for my birthday Such a cute place and we got the back booth to ourselves! Staff were so nice and food was great! I was expecting small portions but they were just right for two people. I had a great time here and I would love to come back! read more
This place is a super cute cozy interior. The service was lovely. The food was even better! There wasn't a single dish I didn't like. All of it was tasty and unique. The bathrooms are also worth a note. The toilets open all by themselves for you. Heated toilet seat etc. Would love to come back here to try a few more dishes and re-order ones we've already tasted. read more
3 years ago
Cute spot located in the entertainment district. Our server was attentive and gave us recommendations. It's quite pricey for what it is. One of us is pescatarian so we opted out of the tasting menu and did a la carte instead. My favourite was the tuna tartare. read more
5 years ago
SARA has a sophisticated, minimal interior. I came here with three girlfriends on a Friday evening. The waiter recommended ~8 dishes for four people, but six ended up being a good amount for us: 1) Ikura Latke 2) Wagyu Reuben 3) Ahi Tuna Tartare 4) Bay Scallop Ceviche 5) Jerusalum Artichoke 6) Fried Chicken My favourites were the latkes and ceviche, but everything tasted pretty fantastic. I liked that the food honoured different corners of the world, but didn't feel disjointed. Would be interested to try their tasting menu next time! read more
3 years ago
Overpriced and not worth it. Good service and good cocktails. Tasting menu is overpriced and took way to long between servings. A lot of dishes had either sour cream or cream cheese which seemed a bit overpowering. Presentation was good in general. The wagyu beef sandwich made me ask why use wagyu when you can't even tell it's wagyu? Chopped salad as part of a tasting menu? Steak came out cold which was very disappointing. Don't think I can recommend this place. read more
2 years ago
Wanted to try this restaurant for a while and finally got the chance to. Made a reservation online for a Saturday night. We were running a bit late due to traffic and called the restaurant to let them know. No one answered the phone but they called back and delayed our reservation by about 15 minutes. Service was friendly and they explained how the menu worked as they are good sharing plates and need to get between 6-8 plates for 4 people. That way we get to try many different dishes. Food taste was overall decent with some better than others. Service was friendly and efficient but given the prices were like dining in a finer dining establishment, the service didn't quite meet up with that expectation. They didn't change utensils or plates between dishes so the sauces and flavours of each dish mixed together which was not ideal. read more
4 years ago
I couldn't have asked for more on this night I tried Sara. Its easily one of my favourite restaurants ever now 100% well deserved the michelin star! Espresso Martini Amuse Bouche Ikura Latkes Ahi Tuna Tartare Fried Chicken (half portion) Octopus (half portion) NY Striploin Banana Cream Profiteroles Everything was outstanding! I could go into detail about each dish but the overall comments would be amazingly delicious for all dishes. I can't remember the last time I loved every single dish at a restaurant so much! The service was amazing as well, I'm so sad I forgot our servers name but she was very knowledgeable about all items and provided great suggestions when we asked specific questions. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes!! read more
Came here for dinner with my boyfriend. Loved the minimalist interior and decor. We ordered 2 apps to start: chopped salad and tuna tartare. As well as 2 mains to share: eggplants and octopus. Here are my thoughts on the dishes: Chopped salad: this was one of their signature dishes. The wasabi peas and nuts added great texture and flavours. The sauces complimented the salad well. Tuna Tartare: this was one of the highlights of the meal. The tuna was super fresh and the truffles was a great addition to the taste. Eggplants: really loved the light crispy exterior and the soft eggplants. The flavour was great but I would have preferred it less sweet. Octopus: the octopus was steam and grilled for a soft interior and slightly charred exterior. I really enjoyed the chickpea sauce on the side. Overall a great experience! read more
1 year ago
My dining experience at Sara fell short of the amazing experience I had at its sister restaurant, Rasa. While most dishes were decent, there was a lack of wow factor, and their supposedly signature chopped salad was a big let down - overpowered by some sort of anise-ish flavour and not nearly as congruent as the one I had at Rasa. A borderline 3.5 stars. read more
Came here for date night on a Wednesday (their tasting menu is at a discounted price of $65). The environment is so cute and modern all while being in a little house. The courses were great but small, left feeling satisfied but definitely not full. Favorite courses were the Rueben, zucchini fish sticks and dessert which was the banana profiteroles. The drinks were also very refreshing and not too sweet. read more
Highly recommend trying out SARA if there is any hesitation whatsoever. All the dishes are reasonably priced and generous. I came here on a weekday evening with my partner. Reservations were easy as we booked weeks in advance. We originally planned on ordering the chef's menu but decided to order a la carte as we weren't feeling too hungry. We ordered: - Ahi Tuna Tartare ($26) - holy truffle, every bite was an explosion - Bay Scallop Ceviche ($22) - Despite having a salad of parsley on top of the ceviche, the flavour was not overly tart but sweet - NY Striploin ($65) - as expected - Octopus ($48) - the octopus seasoning has more of a curry flavour - Banana Cream Profiteroles ($13) - if you enjoy banana milk, this is the desert for you Our favourites are: Ahi Tuna Tartare and Octopus SARA's interior design is minimalistic and notable - however on the upper level, it was quite hard to hear my partner. Other than that the service was amazing - our server was extremely attentive and accommodating with checking allergies. read more
I've been wanting to try this and when it featured on the Michelin guide I got even more excited! The apps were great (tuna tartare, ikura latkes, shrimp ceviche). Unique interpretations but lacking extreme attention to detail since one of my latkes were burnt - it still tasted good though. The mains were a bit more disappointing. For the price (and now reputation) I'd expect more. The octopus was a bit overcooked. The steak was good but nothing crazy. Service was also sub-par or average at best. For example, we asked the server for his recommendation and he seemed annoyed about it, saying the options we selected are all so different and didn't offer any explanations. Overall a good experience though and would come back! read more
My Vegas based friend recommended @michaelminalv for their favourite tasting menu, sadly the only time we could squeeze in a meal was before we had a rave to attend so we just came for their a la carte options. We had: Charcoal-Grilled Hot Shellfish: This included oysters, prawns, lobster, and abalone. I felt like the yuzu butter nicely complemented the seafood, and its more unique than regular seafood platters. They also have the same seafood options but served raw which was nice Ahi Tuna Tartare: Okay this was actually one of the best tuna tartares I ever had. With sushi grade ahi tuna, toasted pine nuts for crunch, asian pear for some sweetness and habanero infused sesame oil for a fragrant kick, as well as mint to add freshness. This was surprisingly really good, and mixed table-side to boot Michael's Lobster Pot Pie: I was really looking forward to this but I was underwhelmed with the final result. The menu stated it consisted of "brandied lobster cream, black truffle and baby vegetables". What was unique about the dish was that it was (again) served table side, however deconstructing the pie just left a thin later of pie crust and a few chunks of lobster and sauce and didn't really feel like a pot pie. The service was great. Our waiter was very attentive and personable, the server assistants were warm and kind thoughtfully described each dish. I wish we were able to try more of their dishes so next time we come to Vegas I'll definitely try their tasting menu. read more
Such a lovely experience. Rasa's attractive sister. Really interesting menu with a lot of fusion items and some really wonderful Asian flavours. We went on a Monday for their set menu and drink specials. Such a GREAT price for all the food you get. 7$ for wine, beer or rail. And we had 10 courses I think. It is a beautiful venue (VERY different look from Rasa). Clean, white, open, wood. Upstairs has these lovely high ceilings and downstairs have this curved stucco wall that made me think of a wine bar. Fun fact: They have those fancy heated toilet seats with the cleaning and drying and everything. First time for everything haha Our server was a lovely gentleman who knew a lot about their menu and was able to lead up to what we wanted to drink very easily. He was attentive without being around all the time. Very friendly and very excited about their menu and want to surprise us with each course. Such a fun way to do it! It's really hard to pick a favourite item. They were all so lovely. We found you got 2-5 bites per dish, which was a perfect way to try a variety of items without feeling like a blimp after. Their fish dishes were some of my favourites for sure but the beef was wonderful with a peanut crumble on it (really creative I never would have thought to put those things together). Highly suggest going on a Monday to get the full experience of what the chef can make. It was a perfect dining night for me and I'll be going back soon for sure! read more
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Adam M.
Dear Kat,…
3 years ago
Tried the tasting menu and everything was excellent. Service is also too notch. Great vibe in the restaurant. read more
4 years ago
Tasting menu gives a pretty comprehensive walk through the whole à la carte menu. Highlights definitely included the wagyu reuben sandwich, scallop ceviche, and steak. One star off for getting COVID from this meal... just kidding, I won't give them a knock for that (I assume it was out of their control). This meal gets a 4/5 stars because it was good, but not mind-blowing / life-changing or otherwise super memorable. I wouldn't go out of my way to eat at Sara, but it was a solid choice for a good meal. Would probably just go à la carte next time too. Also, my group found some of the ambiance choices a bit gimmicky: namely the boxes built into the tables to store our phones. Thankfully, this policy wasn't strictly enforced! read more
SARA is located near Portland and King St. W. on Portland. The owners converted an old Victorian house into a restaurant that is trendy, sleek, and serene with wood and white surfaces. The concept of the restaurant is to disconnect with the world while connecting with the food and with each other. In the middle of each table there is a little compartment for you to store your phones. Encouraged, but ultimately, your choice. The menu is designed to be shared with your party and many items have an Asian inspired flare to them. My friend and I dined at SARA on a Thursday night and were pleasantly surprised at the food and service. When we left later in the evening the restaurant was completely packed to our surprise. Service was attentive and friendly and the waiters/waitresses were able to answer any questions we had re: the food and the menu. We both first started with cocktails. I liked the fact that you could choose which liquor to go with your cocktail which was great. I had the Haru with gin. Good, drinkable cocktail. Bonus that they used reusable straws! For the food, we were told that between two people, 8 dishes (not including dessert) would be enough if you were super hungry. My friend and I opted to share 5 dishes and 2 desserts. We got 3 small plates and 2 mains to share. For the small plates, we shared the hamachi bites (with jalapeno and cucumber on a chicharron chip). This dish was a great light dish to start our meal. The dish came with 4 "chips" with hamachi. Delicate and light in flavour. We also shared the wagyu reuben (with gruyere, truffle mustard, and sauerkaut); definitely something different when a reuben comes into mind. The bread was toasted and cripsy and the wagyu was tender. Mustard gave it a great nice finishing touch. Not our favourite dish of the night but still good. We also tried the snap pea slaw (asian pear, umeboshi, and shio kombu) as recommended by our waiter.This was definitely one of the highlights of the meal. The unique flavours of the slaw caught our attention and we both agreed that this slaw is a must get for anyone who comes here. Highly recommend the snap pea slaw! For our mains, we had the momo yakitori (with cherry umeboshi, mocha, sumac honey) and black cod (bagna cauda, hakurei turnip, mostarda). Again, both had great flavour profiles and were delicious. Highly recommended these two mains as well. For dessert, we shared the PB&J (frozen strawberry, peanut) as well as the party sandwich (chocolate, tahini, miso). The PB&J was definitely a fun dessert, the staff brought over a feeding spoon where you could feed each other (similar to Lady and the Tramp). We didn't feed each other but we definitely both liked the way this dessert was made. Very unique and delicious yet refreshing at the same time. Lastly, the party sandwich was rich and decadent, good ending to the meal. Overall, good food and service. There were definitely some highlight dishes! Price wise, the bill can add up quickly, so SARA is one of those places to treat yourself if you're looking for some good unique food and service. read more
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Adam M.
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