Staff was wonderful Business was beautiful inside and clean Food was good i'd come here again, i went with my coworker and got the fish tacos read more

Sava's - Bars Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

We sat in a half booth half table set up downstairs set for the 5 of us. Drinks: 2 of us do not drink alcohol and the person dropping off our drinks didn't know which was the non-alcoholic beverage which is a HUGE no-no. She incorrectly named the beverages so 4 of us had the wrong drinks and found out by tasting the alcohol. This was a huge disappointment. The appetizers were yummy- we had the Mac and cheese (the best), peach salad, and cauliflower. The cauliflower had a sauce I did not particularly like. The portions were small to share amongst 4 of us so keep that in mind (some of them were sides). I didn't think they had a great selection of meals, it all just felt very limited so I just chose the hummus appetizer. It was very yummy! Good size. One of us got the fish taco and the general complaint was that there was too much stuff and not enough fish (you could tell just by looking at it). The shoe string fries was very yummy and the pasta was just okay (too much cheese but that's a personal preference) read more

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Great Brunch, good Lunch, but menu could use more variety! Savas is an adorable restaurant with a really welcoming atmosphere; the space is cute, the environment is lovely, and the staff is genuinely amazing every single time. My first visit was for brunch, and it completely won me over. The buffet had a wonderful variety of food, the mimosas and cocktails were delicious, and for the quality, variety, and service you get, the price point is very fair. I left thoroughly impressed. I came back for lunch excited to experience it again, and while the staff was just as warm and the environment just as great, however, this time the lunch menu didn't quite live up to my expectations. They offer salads, sandwiches, mac and cheese and similar American-style comfort food, which is totally fine, but for a restaurant of this caliber I was hoping for something a little more exciting. I ended up ordering a salad with added shrimp, which was absolutely delicious, and a pomegranate rosemary lemonade that was incredibly refreshing - perfect for a summer day-. But if you're not in the mood for sandwiches, salads, or mac and cheese, your options are pretty limited. My suggestion: keep doing everything you're doing because the hospitality and atmosphere are truly special, but consider expanding the lunch and dinner menu for those looking for a heartier or more diverse meal. read more

Excellent ambiance for a Sunday brunch! Our group went with the brunch buffet and they had so many options from braised short rib to waffles! Service was good considering how busy they were for the annual University of Michigan Friends & Family weekend. Great location not too far from good shopping, coffee spots, and also beautiful parts of the university campus. read more

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Food good, service good, price decent, at least for brunch, and nice outdoor sitting. Good place to go to for parents dropping off or picking up students. Will recommend. read more

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Despite the menu being very exciting, the execution of the dishes was disappointing. We came to Sava's after seeing all the positive reviews. It must be for the vibes and the comfortable seating. The food itself was just okay. I got the shrimp appetizer which had great flavor but the poke bowl was really disappointing. Who serves hot rice in a poke bowl??? It heated up all of the other ingredients, including the raw salmon. Also, the rice to toppings ratio was totally off. I felt like I ordered a big bowl of white rice with a side of cucumber and apples. read more

Sava's - Bang Bang Shrimp - Bars Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Sava's is one of our rotating restaurants in our list of favorites, downtown Ann Arbor. We were looking for something light before a show so we ordered the Bang Bang Shrimp. A uniquely curated dish, 4 shrimp on top of crispy sweet rice cubes, pickled onion and bang bang sauce. Very fresh and flavorful dish. We each had a craft cocktail which was well made. Our servers were all very attentive, and friendly. Definitely suggest checking them out if you're downtown Ann Arbor. Lively, fun ambiance. read more

Sava's - Bang Bang Shrimp with crispy rice, pickled onion and bang bang sauce. - Bars Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

We had a large group of people on a Monday night. Service was good. Bang bang shrimp appetizer was delicious but too small (in my opinion). I ordered the shrimp Caesar salad. The lettuce was wilted and the salad was small for an entree. I also didn't realize that the shrimp would be fried. Most people seemed very happy with their entrées however and next time I would definitely get something else because I like the restaurant overall. read more

I love living close to Ann Arbor so I can check out all the great spots to eat. Sava has been on my list for quite some time. I was in the area and stopped in for a quick bite. The atmosphere is classy and chic. I sat at the bar and was exited to see they have a happy hour!!! Cocktails and appetizers were half off, but the Sava Smash Burger was calling my name. It was absolutely delicious. I will most certainly be back for dinner as they had just released new menu items. If you're in the area, this is a great spot to eat. read more

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Come here for brunch with my family all the time! I love the buffet--it's got such great options and I loveeeeeee the breakfast sausage :)). Super quick, nice servers, and great location. The restaurant is super cute too!! Will try and come here every time my parents are in town that way it can be on their dime :) read more

I stopped in for a quick eat during happy hour while staying in town. I sat at the bar, and the restaurant was buzzing with a mix of young and middle aged professionals. Under the bartenders suggestion, I went with the bang bang shrimp. It is something they are known for and I've had a similar dish at a chain restaurant, I was intrigued. This bang bang shrimp is served on a slice crispy rice, toast with spicy sweet sauce. I can say it was a joy to eat. I also selected the fried green beans. I really enjoyed these as they were not coated in a batter of anything, and were truly fried green beans with a garlic soy like marinade. I plan to return on my next visit to Ann Arbor! read more

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Sava's has been a mainstay in Ann Arbor since 2007. The interior is elegant, and notably has two levels. The cuisine is primarily American, but there are some Mediterranean options, as well. It's also worth mentioning that brunch takes place on Sundays. The fried dill pickles are a simple, but great way to start a meal. The half order of the mac & cheese is another great option. It's baked with 4 cheeses and topped with bread crumbs. As for entrees, Sava's burger is legit. The dijonaise and shallots on it are what stood out to me the most. Although they don't come with the burger, I recommend ordering the shoestring fries. I've also had the lamb shank. This is the most expensive dish on the menu, but it's worth it. The lentil ragout and veggies the lamb is served with compliment it so well. The dessert menu occasionally rotates. I've tried the raspberry pot de crème and the blueberry cheesecake. The bites of the pot de crème with raspberry were significantly better than the ones without. As for the cheesecake, its fluffy texture was the highlight. The combination of the beautiful ambiance and the high quality food make Sava's a desirable destination. read more

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I came here with a few friends for a birthday. We had a couple rounds of drinks which were $12-15 each which I've learned is on the pricey side for Michigan, but they were decent. Service was extremely nice and the inside was modern and clean. I got the Sava's burger and it was really delicious, the fries were very thin and just alright. My friend got the capellini marlon and thought it was great yet heavy. My other friend got the lamb ragout and we weren't expecting a pasta, but the lamb was delicious. We bought a cheesecake for dessert for the bday girl which was very sweet but good. We all agreed that the food was decent, and I wasn't impressed with how they celebrated my friend's bday. No singing, free dessert, writing on the cake, which is fine but just left me wanting more. Overall: nice upscale place for dinner with decent food and drinks on the pricier side. Would go somewhere else to celebrate a special occasion. read more

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Every time I visit Michigan I go here. The staff is wonderful food and drinks are fantastic. It's a must go to.!! read more

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Had a wonderful brunch experience at Sava's. The ambiance was excellent, and the staff was all very polite and friendly. The huevos rancheros were excellent and a great portion size. Tried the Sava cakes as well, found them to be a bit grainy but the flavors were good read more

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Great food and service. I was here in December and where I was seated was cold given the door opening and closing repeatedly for guests entering/leaving. It'd be nice if there was some workaround for that. Will likely go back to try other menu items. read more

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We came for a graduation celebration dinner and our server was very kind and thoughtful since he knew we were celebrating! The food was very tasty and the pairings on all the entrees were great. We were very impressed. The cocktail also used local RoosRoast Coffee and it was delicious What a delicious treat of a dinner! The pistachio tiramisu was less tiramisu like and more pistachio cream layered cake but still yummy. Our server even added a little candle on it to celebrate the grad. read more

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5 stars based on the ambiance alone. Super cute spot- came from out of town, was torn with this place because we thought we were underdressed but we weren't. A mix of a crowd for sure some ath-leisure, some jeans with a nice top, some dresses, so the vibes were kind of all over the place, but it worked. Super great spot for a date night. The only reason I hesitated giving this place five stars was because the food came out too fast, we ordered drinks that took maybe five minutes to get to us which is fine Our food came within 5 to 10 minutes. Not a lot of time to enjoy each other's company and drink before eating, which some people may enjoy, but we were out of town. Looking to have a nice date night that was cut short just due to the quick service!! Again not a flaw to most but we felt bad sitting there chatting after our meals were done. A bit overpriced for what you got but with the location i can understand why. My girlfriend said the fish tacos were great, i got the smash burger with sweet potato fries which hit the spot! Total for our 2 meals and 2 drinks was $90 pre tip which seemed a bit crazy but again location and the atmosphere was great. Would go back if i had a special occasion but wouldn't be a regular. Should definitely check it out! read more

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We came for brunch and it was a great meal! They have a good variety on the menu. I got the loaded hashbrowns which was really good. I tried the bang bang shrimp as well and loved it. At the end we all shared the French toast which was delicious. Definitely a solid brunch spot read more

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Always have great service here and the food is great. Definitely a fun date night spot. Ps. the truffle fries and aioli are AMAZING !!! read more

Super nice .. loved the chili shrimp so good ! Nice for groups . Mac was delicious! The seafood pasta was yummy ! We enjoyed the Greek salads as well read more

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Very nice decor -- clean, modern and yet cozy. Service was prompt and competent. We had the roast chicken and the seafood pasta. They came out quick and tasted great. Also a Johnny Walker Black scotch and a sweet, fruity, fuzzy drink for my wife -- both very good! You need to check it out! read more

Fantastic!! Very cool atmosphere, friendly staff and really good food. I ordered the salmon poke bowl. I was worried it would be sweet... but it was ao tasty! Salmon sashimi, red onions, with cool cucumbers, green apples and microgreens with dressing with just the right balance of heat and sesame all on top of perfectly cooked rice. My hubby got the double amash burger and is so quiet because he ia busy enjoying the burger. The IPA with his burger was really nice... yes I tried it! The sauvignon blanc from Napa paired well with my poke. Definitely a do-over. read more

First time experience and what a delight. We will definitely return. Our server Liz, was so personable, patient and helpful. Highlight - she asked all guests about food allergies as we ordered....so very thoughtful! The meals for guests in my party were a "10." We had the Asian Chicken Crunch salad, the Chili Salmon Bowl, and the Sava Burger. Everyone raved about their meals. The atmosphere was pleasant and made for easy conversation. read more

This was our first time here. We ordered the loaded hash brown, sweet potato hash, and smoked salmon toast. The loaded has brown was not what we expected. The hash brown was buried in a bowl of cheese. After you eat the hash brown, what do you do with all of the cheese? We would not order this again. The sweet potato hash was ok, was expecting it to be a lot tastier. The smoked salmon toast was good! Great portion with plenty of salmon. The fried capers is a nice touch! The service was sub-par. read more

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We met at Sava's for a girl's luncheon. What lovely ambience! Our servers, Carter & Carson, greeted us warmly & offered delicious suggestions from the menu. We chose the Hippie Bowl, the Peach Salad & the Fish Tacos. All were amazing. Throughout our meal, both waiters were very attentive, returning frequently to inquire if there was anything more they could do for us. Carson recommended we finish with the Key Lime Pie - excellent suggestion! We would definitely come back as the ambiance, the food and the service were all top rung! read more

A Truly Memorable Experience at Sava's We brought our aunt here while she was visiting from out of town, and it was such a great choice. From start to finish, the service and food were top-tier. Our server Laura was phenomenal -- warm, attentive, and gave some of the best menu suggestions we've had in a while, she truly added to the experience. Appetizer: We started with the Bang Bang Shrimp -- WOW. That crispy sweet rice underneath paired with the shrimp and sauce? Absolute perfection. I could totally see this as a brunch dish with a shrimp & grits-style twist. Drinks: I had the Beldam of Barbados -- refreshing, light, and perfectly balanced. My husband had The Connoisseur -- a rich, cozy bourbon + coffee cocktail with no dairy, which we loved. So many coffee drinks default to cream, but this one let the bold flavors shine on their own. Our aunt had the Harvester -- citrusy, light, and really easy to enjoy. Entrées: My husband and I both had the Filet Mignon -- tender, juicy, and flavorful. The zip sauce really elevated it, and the grilled asparagus and smashed potatoes were a great pairing. Our aunt had the Capellini Marlon -- large shrimp and great flavor, but it did need more sauce (which they brought right away). She also wished a roll or ciabatta was offered alongside. Dessert: We ended with the Oreo Cheesecake -- and listen, I don't even usually eat dessert... but THIS? Incredible. The chocolate glaze and Oreo crust were on point. I'd love to see a version topped with whip and crumbled Oreos -- but even as-is, it was rich, creamy, and sooo satisfying. Now I love Oreos so for a Oreo lover - A MUST HAVE!!! Bonus Note: I had the Birria Tacos here last fall and I'm begging the kitchen -- please bring them back! Tip: This is one of the most popular restaurants in Ann Arbor, so reservations can be tough to snag -- book ahead. Totally worth it. Cocktails. Cravings. Curated vibes. A Carted & Curated review. read more

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I LOVE Sava's. Their appetizers, entrees, and desserts are all so delicious and filling, it's a must-visit in Ann Arbor. The service is also friendly and the restaurant is quite spacious! Both indoor and outdoor seating are comfortable. read more

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Great vibe! We both got Greek salads with added protein. Great portion and flavor. Very fresh. Would def get again. read more

Sava's - Sava's Greek with Chicken - Bars Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

I came here on a Sunday morning with my friend around 10:30 and the ambience was really great. I love the way that they set up the interior decor. I will say that the first level is a lot more elegant, compared to the second level. I don't really like how the first level is reserve reserved for boots for large parties of people because my friend and I were seated on the upper level and the ambience is not as great as it was below. Now, in terms of the food, I will say that the food was delicious. The food was a little bit cold when I came out to us but I wasn't sure if it was supposed to be that way. We ordered the egg white omelette and I had a really great combination platter of tomatoes, cheddar, and white eggs. We also ordered the bang bang shrimp, which we honestly prefer preferred compared to the eggs because the shrimp was very flavorful and the crispy rice on the bottom was to die for. The food was also very filling. In terms of service, they have college students that are servers. Our server was all right. I wouldn't say that he went above and beyond. We ask for hot chili sauce with our food and the waiter brought out normal hot sauce, so I'm sure there was a misunderstanding there in terms of going above and beyond. But it wasn't bad. All in all, I would give it a nine out of 10 for the food, 10 out of 10 for the ambience and the Service 7/10. read more

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My friend made a reservation for us on Sunday afternoon and good thing - it was hopping in there! There are two levels and an outdoor area, with lots of fresh flowers and cool art on the walls. We didn't have to wait at all and ordered fairly quickly. Our server was amazing; she memorized our order exactly with no mistakes and the food came out hot and quick. We got the labneh and granola to share - the honey on there made this super delicious!! I ordered a breakfast plate with scrambled eggs (yummy but covered in chives - if I would have known that, I would have ordered them without), bacon (crisp and delicious), hash browns (sooo good; crunchy and well seasoned) and sourdough toast. I also had a strawberry lavender lemonade, which was tasty, but I didn't really taste any lavender. Definitely would go again. read more

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I was here solo and ate at the bar. The bartender had excellent service. Ordered the sava burger with sweety fries. Some of the best fries i ever had. Burger was juicy and delicious. Got the raspberry tiramisu which had a great presentation but I'm not really a fan of raspberry mousse. Wish they had the cheesecake. The ambiance is great for date night vibe. Also, everyone who works here is very good looking. Especially the curly haired bartender and the indian girl at the front. read more

First time visiting Ann Arbor and my colleague chose Sava's for our team dinner and it didn't disappoint. The waitress was courteous and handled our party with ease. The place was lively and had a nice dinner crowd. The place actually had a nice ambience to it whether hanging with friends or on a date. The food was good! The portions healthy. We tried a variety of appetizers and no one needed a box to go. Portions were just right and it was tasty. read more

I've come here for lunch, which is excellent, but we tried brunch here which they do every week. This must be Ann Arbor's best kept secret. It was the best brunch spread I've ever had and very reasonably priced. You won't regret it. What a great place. I almost don't wanna post this so that I can keep it a secret lol read more

Prior to this dinner it had been a few years since I went back to Sava's. While I did enjoy the food, I felt the wait staff and high prices were a deterrent for me returning, especially considering the portions that we were given. My wife wanted to come back here to celebrate our anniversary and I wasn't too excited, but kept an open mind. Well I'm glad we gave it another chance because I throughly enjoyed this dinner. Between the pastas, salads, appetizers and desserts we felt like we got a well rounded and satisfying meal. It was still pretty expensive, but between the improved wait staff and exploring more of what the menu offered it definitely made me feel better about the experience. I think this is one of my favorite Ann Arbor restaurants at this moment. read more

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Way too loud. Unable to have a conversation due to extremely loud "music " which the manager refused to turn off. Our table of four agreed we won't be back. read more

I didn't take any pictures but I really enjoyed my dining experience at Sava's. I ate here with a colleague on my last night in Ann Arbor. It was a quick walk from our hotel and she'd made us a reservation that they allowed us to move up when we decided we wanted to dine a little earlier than originally scheduled. The restaurant is inviting and spacious enough to not cause a long wait to get a table. Our waitress was engaging and attentive, and our food and drinks came out without a long wait. For me, the best item was the friend green beans. I was skeptical but they were like pan seared with a sauce that took them over the top. As an entree, I ordered the Cobb salad with salmon added. The salmon lacked seasoning, so I wouldn't try that again. My biggest critique is that the per glass price on wines is high. read more

My sister in law and I went for a girls night. We made a reservation as it was a Friday evening and we were seated right away. The overall vibe was really cool with multiple levels, huge booths, and a lot of metal visible. It felt hip but classy. Our server was very knowledgable and attentive. He made a note of the vegetarian at the table as well and made sure to steer her toward the things she would like best. My sister in law got a panini and she really enjoyed it. It was hot, flavorful; and full of cheese. They don't skimp on the cheese like some places. I got the fusilli bowl and it was phenomenal. Creamy, and everything was chopped small so you got a little bit of everything in each bite. We will definitely be back! read more

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The food was phenomenal. I had the katsu chicken sandwich which was perfectly cooked. The sauce combination was delicious along with the egg bread. My partner had the smash burger paired with the sweetie fries in which they said was a great mix. Try adding the sweetie sauce onto the burger! read more

Delicious, energetic vibe. Fun cocktails and solid food quality. Terrific staff on the bar and on the dining floor.