Came here for a wonderful birthday dinner! Our server, Dewey, was phenomenal--helpful with the menu, easy to talk to, and timely with service throughout our meal. The Spaghetti alla "Chitarra" and the Caramel Crunch Brownie were excellent. We also enjoyed the ambiance, which included soft lighting, artwork on the walls, and a window overlooking a rainy New Gulph Road. The valet workers, Daniel and Richard, were so friendly and helpful despite the downpour and influx of customers. Make sure to tip them! Very pleased overall! read more

Savona - Spaghetti alla "Chitarra" - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

Save your money. We sat in the side alcove that had 5 tables each seating 4, entirely flanked by windows on one side and a wall on the other. The noise level was horrendous - the worst I have EVER experienced anywhere - we had to yell at each other for the 2 1/2 hours we were there. The reason we were there for 2+ hours was that the service was incredibly slow - took 20 minutes after ordering drinks, appetizers, and mains, not to count the 10 minutes it took for anyone to wait on us. I had the Risotto Nero, which had so little lump crab that I had to search to find it, just average tasting. My spouse had the Eggplant Parmesan, very bland with sauce from a can. We ate here many years ago when it was a higher level of food, and were not only disappointed but off-put by the noise and slow service. We live pretty close by but will never be here again. read more

Excellent Food & Service! Best fried Calamari I've ever had(fried to perfection along w/rosemary & dried peppers. We came to celebrate our anniversary and arrived there right when they opened without a reservation hoping they would see us. Not only did they see us they took excellent care of us and the server Lionora was Tops. I had the lamb chops which were fantastic and we both had a Caesar salad which was served with crunchy bread crumbs rather than the usual croutons which was a great touch.. they gave us complimentary champagne to start the mail and a special dessert to finish. Can't wait to go back again! read more

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Tuesday 5:15 reservation for Dad's 87th bday and as expected not very crowded. Though the lot was empty we still had to use Valet to park. Greeted warmly on a cold day we were seated in main room. Comfortable and not noisy but lots of activity around us. Started with some Golden Fried Artichokes and they were plentiful and crispy good. We ordered the International Cheese Trolley and were given choices for the cheeses. Each was very tasty and the board was complimented with some fruits and nuts. Dad had the Beet & Citrus Salad and the portion was perfect and he enjoyed it. He then had Braised Short Rib and it was a very large portion and he said melted in his mouth. I had the Day Boat Scallops and they were healthy portions (see pic), down right savory and were grilled perfectly. Others had the Faroe Island Salmon and it was cooked wonderfully and was a good portion. For dessert I had a Pumpkin Tiramisu that was very creamy and dad had a Carmel Crunch Brownie he loved. Drinks were also done well. This is a fine meal in a fine environment and a classic. read more

Savona - Scallop dish was delish - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

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We were party of four with reservations for 6:30 pm on a Friday evening. We were promptly greeted at the door and seated immediately. Our waiter took our beverage order and was extremely knowledgable about the evening's special. The ambiance was relaxed and calm with a very different vibe. Absolutely a relaxed night out for the four of us. The food was served hot and it's noticeable that fresh ingredients are used for meal preparation. The server offered us a nice choice of desserts and coffee which were very good as well. Overall, I would definitely recommend Savona. The valet parking is a nice touch as well. We will definitely be returning. read more

I always drive by this restaurant and finally had the opportunity to eat here. To be honest, it was a bit underwhelming. First, you need to have your car parked by valet. I'm not the biggest fan of such a thing but I did as requested. I noticed that they left my car unlocked which made me concerned already. When getting seated, no one greeted us in a friendly manner or offered to take our coats. Considering this establishment states that it is a luxurious dining experience, offering a smile and a coat check would be nice. They do have a coat check and asked the people in front of us just simply not myself and my dining partner. Once seated, we had to wait for some time to have our waitress come. She was very nice but she was also very soft-spoken so it was hard to hear her. The food was just fine. The complimentary focaccia was very fluffy and tasty when dipped in the provided olive oil. The fried calamari were quite chewy and the aftertaste was very oily. Not the good kind of oil flavor but somewhat overused frying oil taste. I ordered a shrimp and shells pasta dish and it was alright. The shrimp were a little tough and chewy and the pasta did not taste homemade. My partner had the duck which I believe he enjoyed but I didn't taste so I cannot comment on that. We had the caramel crunch brownie as a dessert and oh boy. It was *so* sweet that my tongue would not stop tingling for a minute. I am a sweets/desserts-fanatic but that brownie dessert was one of the worst desserts I have ever had at a restaurant. The big question: Would I come back? The prices do not justify the quality of the food nor the ambiance and service so no, unlikely. There are a plethora of delicious Italian food with a more upscale dining experience around and I would recommend those before you try Savona. read more

We had our department holiday luncheon for 15 in the wine cellar. The atmosphere was lovely. Christina Baridis was very helpful in the reservation and planning of our event. Aunya took care of our group in a friendly and professional manner. We started with charcuterie and crudités. We had a specific menu. Each person had the Forge Hill Field Green Salad then the choice of Scottish Salmon, Barolo Braised Local Angus Short Rib, or Pasta Primavera. We finished with dessert of pastry chef's seasonal duo. Everything was delicious. They have complimentary valet parking. Aunya was terrific!! read more

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We recently made reservations with Savona for Valentine's Day. We had never been before, but they had good reviews, so we figured we'd give them a try. Nestled in between King of Prussia and Villanova, the restaurant is housed in a historic building that adds to the sophisticated atmosphere. The romantic ambience of the night helped make our dinner special. The service was attentive, knowledgeable, and professional. The food itself was exceptionally outstanding. For our starters, we had the Whipped Ricotta, and the Calamari Fritti. Both delicious beyond measure. For dinner, we partook in their Valentine's Day Special: Squid Ink Ravioli stuffed with shrimp, crab, scallops, mascarpone, and lemon juice, served with Shrimp Vodka sauce, wood fired Shrimp, and beautiful pan seared scallops. This dish was one of the best entrees we have enjoyed in many years. For dessert, we enjoyed their Blood Orange Crème Brûlée and Caramel Crunch Brownie, both great finishers that went along nicely with our after dinner Espresso and Americano. For our drinks, we enjoyed their Winter Solstice Spritz and Fig Whiskey Sour, both delicious additions to an already amazing dinner. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to enjoy a special occasion at a fancy restaurant with a romantic, sophisticated atmosphere. read more

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You know a restaurant is good when it gets through a recession & a pandemic. It's old school and contemporary at the same time. Cocktail menu is limited but what they serve was delicious. Menu is unique and has a nice variety of foods which seem to change seasonally. We loved the artichoke appetizer and the house and arugula salad. The scallops were cooked perfectly and came on a corn succotash. The limoncello panacotta was light, refreshing and decadent all in one bite! Service was attentive but not pushy. Also appreciate that there was no charge to split the entree. read more

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We had a nice team dinner at Savona on a Tuesday evening. First impressions are 'local gem', beautiful building and nicely appointed inside. Service is professional (maybe a little overly, a smile or sign of personality would have been nice too). You have no choice but to valet your car despite the huge parking lot - ironically, you have to carefully navigate a tight alleyway of junk on your way out. Maybe the valet station is in the wrong place. The downstairs cellar and dungeon bathrooms are unique. Beverage program is well thought through and ties nicely with the menu - which seems Italian-ish + American. They sat our incomplete party (4 of 6), and while drinks were flowing, we were not permitted to order any apps - that 'professional' service sternly informed us that the entire order needed to be entered together. Fine. Eventually everyone sat and the order went in. The food was done very well, and timing was comfortable. For starters, we had the oysters, a pizza, calamari and octopus - all very good. For a main, I had the Berkshire porterhouse chop, which was over cooked, but otherwise well seasoned and delicious. We were not offered a temp option. Deserts were good - I regret not doing a cheese course, maybe next time. We had a round at the bar on the way out - despite constantly being in the way of everyone, it eventually quieted down enough to enjoy some conversation with our party. I would recommend Savona and will go back for sure if in the area. read more

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This review should've been made sooner, however, I want to take the time now to thank the entire Savona staff for their hospitality and attention to detail during my engagement last June. I was completely surprised and blown away with the service from the time we arrived to the time we left. We were seated upstairs near their wine wall which was a bit quieter for us to enjoy our meal. We first enjoyed oysters (they were shucked cleaned and extremely fresh. Best around in my opinion), followed by our main entree which was the crab risotto. Hands down the best risotto we both have ever had (my fiancé and I both had gotten the same dish). We finished our evening with champagne and the proposal! I wish I could mention their dessert but we were too excited and occupied with our news and had a surprise engagement party to attend after our meal. We are making Savona our anniversary spot to enjoy and to create new memories. Thank you again! read more

Savona - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

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Such a charming find that I'd love to try again next time we are back in PA. We were a little rushed so we couldn't really take in the ambiance as much as we would have liked. Eggplant Parmesan was incredible. My partner enjoyed the steak but really liked the mushrooms. The only thing that didn't set well was the 15 minute wait for acknowledgement from our waiter. That being said, the surrounding staff were lovely--welcoming and helpful. We will certainly try again! read more

I love this place. I've been quite a few times. I love having dinner at the bar. Service is always excellent and there is usually lively conversation to be had when seated at the bar. The food is always wonderful. I've had dinner in the dining room once and it's lovely, but I prefer the bar. read more

Only had a few apps but the lemon drops were a hit. I will be returning. The bartender was amazing

I've passed this restaurant a million times and always said I would try it. Well today was the day and fortunately I made a reservation because they were hosting a private event in the main section of the restaurant. The customer service was amazing as everyone greeted us with a smile. It wasn't a special occasion however it has been awhile since I've taken my mom out to dinner. The quality of the food was amazing as everything was fresh and delicious. read more

Savona - Blue Crab Risotto - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

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Savona KOP is a bit outside the main town. Somewhere i drive by all the time getting on I-76. On an impulsive online purchase, i signed up for a $170 rose wine tasting, 6 courses with 6 wines, the wines were all interesting and the sommelier-led discussions lively. We started with Cremant (like champagne but any other grape from France) and moved through fruity, floral, full bodied wine, and ended with a sweet dessert wine. The food paired well to highlight the wine, and the standout was the BBQ quail. The pours were generous and I came back for my car the next day. So I may as well stay for lunch. Eggplant parm was amazing, a whole eggplant crushed, breaded and fried. The center was rich and edges were crispy. The soggy american version is ruined for me forever. read more

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My husband & I were visiting friends in Gladwyne and we decided to dine at Savona, which was one of the only places that had reservations available. We had a negative experience. We headed over on a Tuesday around 6 and dinned at the bar. The bar only had two other people so we decided we would dine there. We sat down & the female bartender took about 10 minutes to even greet us. Our food came out cold and the silverware was dirty. We spoke to a young manager about the service and he responded to us in a rude manner. The calamari was greasy and the entrees were pricey, and nothing special. We certainly will not be returning to this establishment again. The Bergers. read more

Food was very good! Pizza was delicious. Service was okay. The server was a little odd. They didn't know what a Dirty Sheryl was. Which was a first to me. They DO NOT HAVE Redbull. The tables are a bit long. read more

My family and I came here last night to celebrate a friend's birthday, and it was just as fabulous as our last experience! The ambiance is modern and classy. It really is a great spot for a special night out, but they also have great apps/pizzas so you could just come sit at the bar for a more casual vibe. They change there menu seasonally, which means there is always something new to try! The bread for the table is SO GOOD! I love the olive oil they put with it and the texture is perfect. For starters, we shared the shrimp cocktail, calamari, and fried artichokes! All were 5 stars. I actually liked the sauce that came with the artichokes the best and was dipping my calamari in it! For my entree, I had the risotto, which came with jumbo lump crab, and almost a Mexican style spicy salsa. It was delicious! I ate every bit and would definitely order this again. Everyone loved their meals and we shared the caramel crunch brownie. If you are a chocolate/caramel lover, you need to try this dessert! It was so good and the crunchy bits really made it. I look forward to coming back and seeing what they bring for their fall/winter menus! read more

Savona - Risotto - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

Went for a Team dinner here. Boy what a beauty! The ambience is absolutely inviting and happy. The food is exceptionally tasty and light. The variety on the menu is amazing. I tried the tofu plate. It was amazing, especially the accompanying sauce. The tofu was soft and succulent and with the accompanying sauce being spicy and tarty, the combination made it delicious. I also had the honey raspberry torte... yummy. Soft and delicious cake. The service was exceptional too. All in all great experoence. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a sophisticated and high end dining experience. read more

Savona - Dessert - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

Food is always delicious, server was professional and sociable. We sat next to the windows and enjoyed the variety of high end cars driving by. We sat for lunch today but diner was beautiful in the past. Great experience! read more

Savona is always a sure thing! It's hands down one of my favorite places to go for an evening. The staff are incredible, the epitome of grace, warmth, hospitality and service at it's highest level. The food is always delicious and the drinks are stellar in every way. Guaranteed you won't leave disappointed! The only disappointment will be that the wonderful experience is over at the end of the evening. The ambience is elegant, warm and cozy. I love and crave the artichoke hearts, the oysters, the caesar salad, ricotta meatballs and last but not least their margarita pizza! All entrees are yummy and save room for dessert. If you've never been to Savona, I promise you, you'll fall in love! read more

Always have an amazing meal at Savona. Valet parking. Reasonable pricing and great portion sizes. Big date night or nice occasion spot. Outdoor seating available and bar seating besides restaurant. Also came for main line restaurant week and delicious then as well. The steak and seasoning was delicious. The rigatoni bolognese was great. Duck looked fantastic. Apple budino is a must order. The table bread also super tasty and comes with olive oil but you can ask for butter. read more

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I actually can't believe this place isn't rated 4.7 or higher. Every time it's amazing! Lilly is a fantastic waitress. The blueberry dessert is delicious and so is all the food. Papi is a great manager here and makes sure all the customers are content! read more

Savona - Blueberry angel food cake - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

I dined here last night with family. My aunt was looking forward as she watched the construction in this place. Parking: complimentary valet. One-way entrance and exit. Ava was the hostess and was nice. There was a mix-up with our reservation. The reservation was made to dine inside, but the hostess sat us outside under a large tent that didn't have adequate heat for its size. If you don't like being out in the cold, make sure your reservation is for indoor dining. After further review, they moved us inside. Atmosphere: low light and moderate noise. Service: Maura was our server. She checked on us; however, service was very slow. Food: My cousin ordered lamb meat balls as an appetizer. The lamb meatballs came out Luke warm and lacked flavor. She ordered the lobster risotto and said she enjoyed it. The rest of us selected food off of the restaurant week menu. Two of us selected the Caesar salad, short ribs, and lemon pound cake. The food came out a little hotter than the meatballs. The meat was tender. The flavor level was low. Spinach came with the meal, and it was okay. A starch wasn't included, so I ordered Crispy potatoes. The potatoes came out very hot!!! No seasoning. My aunt ordered the chicken breast from the restaurant week menu. She said the chicken breast was tender; however, the broccoli rabe that came with it wasn't good We all selected the lemon pound cake, and it didn't taste like pound cake. It was not moist. I didn't eat it. Overall we were very disappointed with our food and service. We all agreed that we won't be back. read more

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Food, service, variety, cocktail quality, room ambiance. The breads, cheeses, salads and appetizers were epic.

Great gem for Italian food in PA- restaurant was classy and service was excellent! I will definitely be returning read more

Savona - Rigatoni - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

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Food is pretty good, I suggest the grilled pork chop. It's bit pricey, but the food is high quality and fresh.

Savona's was a lovely dining experience with great customer service and friendly staff. The atmosphere was a little on the loud side and the lighting was dim. Overall the food was delicious, unique, and very rich. I would even say the food was too rich but that's just my opinion. Definitely worth trying. We had the octopus and a couple of other appetizers, followed by Rohan Duck Breast and Mafaldine as entrees, with the caramel crunch brownie for dessert. The Mafaldine was delicious but again one of the more rich in taste options. Hope this was helpful! P.S. not sure if there was only one restroom but it was a little inconvenient. read more

Savona - Rohan Duck Breast and Mafaldine with an speciality cocktail based as an old fashion. - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

Decent food and friendly service. It was my first time so I can't say I would recommend anything that I personally tried (octopus, pork chop & Savona bolognese). I'll definitely be back though because my former coworker says their pizza is the best she's had in the area. Only heads up is that it felt uncomfortably loud in the restaurant. I could barely hear my mom from across the table. read more

Stopped in for the first time to try their Pizza.Sat at the bar, ordered a glass of wine and a 10-in pizza with the house meatballs, ricotta cheese, and asked to have mushrooms added. It was okay not too hot, not really Neapolitan not much structure. Menu price was $22 and I figured I'd get an upcharge for the mushrooms. Turns out they charged me 14 extra dollars for a handful of mushrooms which, by the way is what they charge for a side of mushrooms for an entree. So this was a $36 Pizza $14 class of wine $50 plus tax I didn't think it would be cheap but I didn't think I was going to get overcharged. In and out in less than 45 minutes.. read more

Went there Feb 25 for anniversary dinner Staff was very polite and attentive Sitting was quiet spot in the restaurant The apps was really good Shortrib pasta was so good At the table we had pork chop,, duck, spaghetti and short ribs out of everything short rib was the best Just need some sauce Bread with olive oil was really really good Had to them Definitely recommend to anyone to go to And they do valet parking read more

Excellent service, meal, and atmosphere. I took my wife and parents here for NYE and everything was beyond expectations. Three of is ordered scallops. We have had scallops many times before, but never paired so interestingly! Perfectly cooked, as well. My father got the spaghetti with meatballs , as he prefers more "meat and potatoes" and he was raving about the flavors. We absolutely recommend checking out this place. A note: we did not know it was valet only, so just a heads up. Not a problem, but we'd have preferred knowing it on advance, so a tip for others. read more

Excellent all around!!!! Food and service was above and beyond. We had a private event in the wine cellar. Our guests enjoyed everything. read more

Savona - Wine cellar - Italian Near Me - Gulph Mills, Pennsylvania

Foor was too bland. Their sole fish had no taste and the butter asparagus sauce was salt less. Their drinks were good, but too pricey. You did get complimentary valet parking, but had to wait a bit to get the car as there was limited attendants. All-in-all, an OK'ish experience, but will not revisit. read more

Ordered takeouts via the official website. Food was packaged well. Pasta was inevitably mushy when we brought it home but overall decent. - Braised Short Rib: huge portion. Side sautéed spinach was good amount. Decent. - Pappardelle Bolognese: meat sauce was great. Pasta became very mushy in container so better to have it fresh. - Wild Halibut: pretty good. A thick fish fillet with scallion and soba noodles. Asian fusion flavor. - Casarecce: great pasta. Big portion of braised short rib. Love the mushrooms within. read more

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The problem is the food is not that great for the prices charged. Additionally, and the reason for this review, is the arrogance of telling guests they cannot order apps until the entire party is seated. 2 of our guests were delayed 20 mins and while awaiting their arrival we asked to order apps. The waitress said the chef wants all table orders placed at one time. The server continued on that they had several large parties so the kitchen could not deal with preparing apps without the complete dinner order. Arrogance for food that's sub par. No longer a fan and no longer will we choose Savona, for ourselves and for recommendations, read more

Everything was just ok. For the price not so special. Also noisy though it was week prior to X-mas so a lot of large tables. Our server was quite good and polite (woman with slight build). Another server at table next to us (heavy build) was absolutely annoying as he hovered around and seemed to make the whole thing about him. I guess they have their regulars and location going for them but nothing special. read more

Savona is like a mini Napa Valley tucked in the middle of a small town in PA. Driving past the side of the restaurant on the curved ramp was quite nostalgic and romantic. Feels like Napa Valley with the twisty hills. The restaurant itself is an older establishment, with a lot of history. The wine cellar on the lower level is like a walk into Napa with walls filled with wines galore, wine barrels, rustic spaces and architecture. We hosted a baby sprinkle for one of our close friends at their wine cellar room. The service and assistance here was phenomenal. We had one main server throughout the event. But all the servers helped us with decorations, spacing of chairs, taking away unneeded tableware, and literally little tasks like hiding the cardboard boxes. They checked on the guest and the planners frequently and made sure we were taken care of. Food was good but not extravagant. I've had better Italian food. The fried artichoke was lightly salty and crispy and I liked it a lot. I also liked their short rib as it was fall off the bone tender over a bed of sautéed spinach and crispy onion rings. The dessert, in my opinion, was somewhat disappointing. Display wise, pretty. But I was tempted to wonder if it was once frozen from the box. The ricotta and meatballs, cheese board and pasta dishes were good and nothing extraordinarily. Thanks, Savona for hosting a wonderful baby sprinkle! read more

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Matt was an amazing and friendly server, he made us feel like we were at home, gave us amazing food recommendations and was an all around great person. Was happy to hear their story and about their life. Happy Holidays to them read more

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