Another great dining experience at Savor! Bringing the area fine dining at a reasonable price. We visited on a Saturday night at 5pm with a table of 3. Our server was super friendly and knowledgeable. The meal always starts with fresh baked bread service that is accompanied by butter, house pickles and either a hummus or garlic confit (in my experience). My mom is gluten free so she was bought her own dish with focaccia and a roll. She was over the moon about that and really enjoyed the focaccia. We all enjoyed every bit of our meal which included our choice if an appetizer, main dish and dessert from a prix fixe menu for $40. Some of our choices included charcuterie, arugula salad, tamarind shrimp curry, salmon and lemon meringue cheesecake. We left with our culinary needs satisfied and our stomachs full... we even had some leftovers. I can't wait to go back again. It's best to make reservations as they usually get fully booked. The menu changes each culinary semester as this is an instructional restaurant. read more

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Savor is a not so hidden gem, that I just found about a few weeks ago. The restaurant is mainly staffed by students and staff of the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute of SUNY Niagara College. They also have staff working there that graduated from the program and were hired by the restaurant. This place is fantastic. As soon as we walked in, we notice the ambiance of the entire building is clean and well maintained. The restaurant has an open kitchen concept so you can see much of what is going on "behind the scenes". Upon entering the restaurant, we were appropriately greeted by staff who were very personable, respectful, and informative. The same attentive and personable service was given by the entire staff. We were able to ask questions about how the restaurant operates, being that it is operated by the Culinary Institute and its students and alumni. I'll spare you the details but it is an interesting dynamic. The food was excellent. We went for dinner and while there is a limited menu, the options were varied enough that anyone would be able to find something they will enjoy. This might be the most affordable three course meal I've had this decade. The food was prepared perfectly, the presentation was impeccable, and the service provided leaves nothing to be desired. The entire operation is run calmly and very efficiently. I am happy to have had the opportunity to dine at Savor and it is going on my short list of highly recommended upscale restaurants for anyone looking for a nice dinner at an affordable price. So if you're looking for a night out and don't want to break the bank, go support the students and alums from SUNY Niagara. I doubt you'll regret it at all. You can look up their operating schedules and make reservations online. read more

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TLDR: I think it's the best food for the best price that you'll get in the area. We should support businesses that help students get the real life experience that they need to give them the confidence required in the culinary world. Assorted Bread: I'm not a bread person, but I enjoyed their bread. The standard roll was good, the Roll with (dill?) was good, and the one infused with brisket was also good. The dips/snacks that came with the bread were perfect complements to the bread. The pickles were confusing, but I enjoyed them on their own. Chef's salad: A good salad is underrated, and their salad was a case of basic done right. I enjoyed the blue cheese the most, since I haven't had it in a salad in a long time. It was a good mix of softer textures provided by the apple, cheese, and greens, while providing crunch via the nuts. Arayes: I'm expecting a crunchy on the outside, chewy on the inside pita. I wanted a juicy and flavorful lamb, and I wanted the tahini + tzatziki sauces to be good. I got all that and was pleased. Shrimp Scampi: I was a bit disappointed by the portion size, but I had to remind myself that the lunch special was $16 and I had already gotten bread and a nice appetizer. The shrimps were big, and the flavors were light. I liked the fact that the dish wasn't oily. Some people might find it dry, but I like it. Jagerschnitzel: This was the best bite of the meal, and I regret not ordering it. The pork cutlet was very good, and the gravy helped improve the dynamics of the flavor. I've never had caraway spaetzle, but I must say that I enjoyed it, and the red cabbage didn't taste like cabbage, and it almost felt like a red spaetzle. It's a beautiful dish visually, and an even better dish when consumed. Dessert: I..... was not a fan. I thought it was too sweet. My companions liked it though. Ambiance: I felt very underdressed. The establishment definitely gave a white tablecloth environment where diners were pressured to buy a bottle of wine. I had to remind myself that it's a school, so the students needed to learn a certain standard. A standard that I could see. It might be better if there was music, but I'm not gonna complain about it. Service: Excellent. I could tell our wait staff was nervous. Who wouldn't be? I'm sure he'll do fine in the future. It would've been nice if our food arrived a bit faster, but I understood the need for pacing in these course menus. read more

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This place was amazing the culinary institute. My girl made reservations and the food was delicious and great presentation. The service was amazing and everyone was friendly even though they were learning and doing great. The ambiance was superb. Clean location and great atmosphere. Highly recommend. read more

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Wow, just wow. What a fabulous experience. This was our first time here and we brought 2 guests from out of town. Once you figure out where the entrance from the parking garage into the Culinary Institute is, you're home free. It's tricky as you walk through an area with pipes, wet floor, etc., that does not look like you are going in the correct direction. Luckily, there was a security guard around, so he showed us the way into the building which was the 3rd floor. Take the elevator to the 1st floor and make your way into Savor. There is a small bar outside the seating area, and then tables spread around a relaxing dining area with an open kitchen concept. As we were there on a Saturday, we did not have students serving us--instead it was all instructors. Very prompt service and we started with cocktails--there was a full bar, some inventive cocktails that could also be mocktails, and wines by the glass. A delicious bread board came next with a mix of rolls & focaccia, whipped butter, smashed roasted garlic and oh-so-this bread & butter pickle slices. There is a choice of around 6 appetizers. We had the bistro salads, a roasted butternut bisque, and a "garde manger" board, which I admit I had to google. It is similar to charcuterie board, but with less meat/cheese in lieu of other items. It is developed daily based on what is fresh. Mine had seasoned garbanzo beans, a fruit spread, pieces of salami with crostini, a spread made out of pistachios. With a glass of white wine, this was delightful. On to the main course. Two of us had the culincary cut of the day--a 6 oz. sirloin steak. That was served over whipped potato puree, seasonal veggies and a demi-glace. I chose the pan seared walleye which was grilled just enough to get a slight crust on it. This was served over a butternut squash puree, dandelion greens and a lemon beurre blanc. Outstanding. Onto the desserts--the best was yet to come! I had the "Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Entremet"--pistachio mousse, chocolate mousse, kataifi, chocolate roulade cake, and candied pistachios. Alongside was a small dollop of raspberry gelato. You know how fancy pastries often look better than they taste? That was NOT the case in this incidence. Every flavor and texture complimented one another. I would go back just to have this dessert again. Since I had to google "entremet", here's the description: An entremet is a modern French mousse-based cake, featuring multiple layers of diverse flavors and textures such as cake, ganache, fruit compote, and crunchy bases, all encased in a smooth mousse and finished with a shiny mirror glaze and intricate decorations. Historically, the term referred to a more complex entertainment or dish served between courses of a meal, but the definition has since evolved to the refined, multi-component dessert we know today The cost of all this? $40/person prix fixe. Unheard of in this economy. So--definitely keep this in mind for your next dinner out!! We will be back. read more

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This was a wonderful experience and a very unique restaurant supporting kids taking the culinary arts and hospitality management. I highly recommend it. read more

Savor - Dessert - New American Near Me - Niagara Falls, New York

This was not the typical sit down restaurant instead it's located inside the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute and serves as a simulation restaurant for the students that take courses there. The hostess informed me that everyone from the cooks, hosts and servers were all students which means they're still learning. I stopped by for lunch and had made a reservation to celebrate my birthday. They seated me at a nice table by the windows. Complimentary bread is served with some butter, pickles and olive oil. My first course was the falafel stuffed with lamp and dipping sauce on the side. The lamb was cooked pretty well but tasted just a bit gamey. My main course was the German pork cutlet (jagerschnitzel) which came with some fried dough pieces and maybe pickled greens. The star of the dish was definitely the pork cutlet which was pounded thin and fried till crispy. The sauce it came with also complimented the dish very well. I also decided to get one of their mocktails (the original). After I finished my food, they came out with a special dessert which consisted of a cotton candy flavored cookie sandwich and piece of chocolate fudge cake. The cookie was way too sweet for me but the cake was just right. If not celebrating, worry not, you also get a complimentary flight of desserts as well. Service could've been better but I'll just assume that the server was still inexperienced and nervous. Their hand touched some of the complimentary bread which seemed unhygienic, told me to put the utensils into the plate even though I was seated at a small table and they could've done it, and I overheard them remarking that someone finally ordered from the mocktail menu. It just seemed unprofessional. All in all, this is a pretty good spot if you want a three course meal for an inexpensive price in the Niagara Falls area which doesn't have that many options to choose from. If I had the time, I'd definitely stop by for dinner service too. read more

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Stumbled upon this place after doing Cave of the Winds and Maid of the Mist. Just a few blocks from the visitors center. Nothing on the street looked that appealing. This place looked nice from the outside and was equally nice from the inside. A friendly woman gave us the daily lunch menu and you order at the bar, pay, sit down and the food is brought to you. Good selection of sandwiches. The combo comes with a soda/water and side of fries, fruit cup or orzo salad. I had grilled chicken pesto sandwich with fruit-orange slices, strawberries and grapes nicely arranged and presented. Husband and son liked their burger/fries and pesto grilled cheese/fries. Service was great. Interior is big and there is an open kitchen. Loved the concept and everything about my experience. If I am ever in the area again would love to try their dinner. Prices were fair. So glad I checked yelp and walked the one additional block from where the other restaurants were. read more

This was a find for sure in Niagara Falls. We had a four course meal for $40/person. Savor is a culinary arts school, therefore those who are bartending, waiting and preparing the meals are in training and did a wonderful job. I had the strawberry salad which I would ask for the dressing on the side as it was too much. The pasta was very good as was the flan. Give this place a visit! read more

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I am beyond impressed with the students here and the food that they put out. It's better than some establishments I've gone to that are aiming for upscale dining and miss the mark despite having trained chefs. The food is delicious and the presentation is beautiful. The service is really great as well. I look forward to returning back here to try more of the menu! read more

What a great find thanks to a Niagara Facebook group! This restaurant is connected to a culinary school. So all the staff are students learning how to cook and about the restaurant business. This place is top notch. They make you feel very special. 4 courses for $35! The homemade bread comes with homemade butter, hummus and pickles. So delicious!! The appetizer course we enjoyed was the crispy polenta which was like a giant mozzarella stick and the arugula walnut salad. We both ate the Steak Frites for dinner. The steak was a bit bland but cooked well. The fries were homemade and delicious! The dessert was so amazing! And they were so kind to write Congratulations on our plate as we were celebrating our soon to be Baby Girl. Would definitely recommend for dinner. Dont forget to make reservations! read more

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Finally was able to take my sister to Savor, she was so impressed. Our waitress Lexi was bubbly and very good at her job. We ordered the flatbread and soup, steak and shrimp pasta, then the puff trio and expresso creme brûlée. All were made just right and delicious. The cinnamon apple martini my sister had was also great. This place is fine dining with great price. My sister is telling me to go whenever I can, it is so worth it. Afterwards, we walk over to the falls, watch the illumination and later the fireworks to help digest the dinner we ate! read more

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This is the Culinary Institute restaurant so majority of the staff are students. Sam served me that day and she did great! She checked on me multiple times, a little shy and nervous at first, but once we started talking she relaxed. The food was excellent and portioned correctly. The 3 course meal was just done perfect. You can park at the park and walk the 6 minutes over or park in the structure. Highly recommended! read more

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It was overall a very good experience. Everything was good and made well. My only complaint was that my steak was overcooked. But other than that everything was good and the blueberry crumble was amazing. Probably my favorite thing. read more

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Great place for a very inexpensive and flavorful lunch! I had the Arugula and Apple salad for a starter and the Pork Katzo sandwich. Both were very good. Surprisingly the pork was very moist. My wife got the Wedge salad and the chicken Slovakia wrap. The wrap was amazing!! Tremendous flavor. The lunch also comes with a bread platter and a dessert cookie platter. All for only $34 before tax and tip. Highly recommended!! read more

Savor - New American Near Me - Niagara Falls, New York

Parking is a bit confusing. We were told three different things - parking would end up being free, parking would only be $5, and differences on where to get the ticket validated. Well unfortunately even after validation it was $10 - guessing that security didn't validate it properly. My advice - park at the casino and walk to Savor. Food was good and can't complain about the price. Felt that the options were plentiful. The kids enjoyed their fancy fruit salad and portion sizes were generous. read more

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This place was amazing! My daughters and I were on a road trip and vacation with a stop in Niagara. My birthday was upon us and we opted to go for a great dinner and desert in our 'fancy' clothes (you don't NEED fancy, but be decent when you show up) before enjoying the fireworks at the falls. Service and dinner were great! The price can't be beat as this is an educational culinary school restaurant, so it's less pricy because they're learning. You will enjoy the flavors, presentation and not have a heart attack with the bill. Great job to the folks at Savor! read more

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Savor is a teaching restruant. The dining room is comfortable and nicely decorated. Our waitress was very friendly and personable. She was attentive to our needs and provided excellent service. We started with a bread tray. The rolls were terrific. I really liked the cranberry butter. For appetizers we had the gnocchi and house salad. The house salad was not special. The gnocchi made up for it. The sauce was exceptional and the gnocchi were soft. I had the shrimp risotto and my husband had the cod. The risotto had lots of shrimp in it. It was made with a tomato sauce. I really liked the cod and the radish greens were cooked nicely. For dessert we had the cheese cake and lemon tart. The tart was a bite thick and hard to eat with a fork. The prefix price was $35 a person. read more

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An unassuming restaurant, Savor blew us away when we stopped for dinner. Thankfully we were able to make a reservation the same day, although the times left were limited. It feels like fine dining with the dress code ranging from casual to business casual. There is a prix fixe menu that includes bread service with three types of bread, an appetizer, entree, and dessert. The portions were generous and we did not leave hungry. Both the service and food were exceptional. If we ever come back to Niagara, we will make it a point to stop here. read more

Everything about this was a fantastic experience. Portions, artwork, flavor, service, everything!

So much fun. Great experience and highly recommend. I love a price fixed menu and also watching/ helping the students learn. Dessert was amazing. My entree was not my favorite the farro was over seasoned and the eggplant boat under seasoned and undercooked but no complaints because that is part of the experience. read more

I have been wanting to dine here for quite some time and I chose it for my family dinner for my birthday, and I'm so glad that I did. I made reservations a month in advance on their website, which was easy to do. I was so excited leading up to visiting Savor, that I memorized the menu. I knew what I was ordering all day long. We were greeted by a wonderful host. He was charming and friendly, and extremely tall. He explained the place, which was nice. We started with a bread tray. I didn't have any, but I did try the hummus, which was delicious and the pickles, which were amazing. I love a good pickle. Everyone else dining at our table enjoyed the fresh baked rolls and the butter. They kept commenting on how delicious the butter was. For my meal, I went with the poached pear and walnut salad. It was good. My mom had the same salad as I did, my boyfriend had the wedge, which was made with bibb lettuce, not the traditional way, and my stepdad had the flatbread, which was like its own meal. He enjoyed it. For my dinner, I ordered the steak. My mom did too. Our steaks were switched when they were place in front of us. I like my steak almost still mooing, my mom likes hers pink. When we got the correct steaks in front of us, how it was done was magnificent. The students do a great job. My stepdad had the shrimp scampi and my boyfriend had the cod. They liked their meals. I had put in my reservation that it was someone's birthday, as it was my birthday. The waitress came over and confirmed and then when dessert was brought out, there was a happy birthday on the plate in icing. I liked that touch, plus she said happy birthday a couple times. The details are everything. I went with the French Opera Torte, which was deliciousness and chocolate and it was very good. I highly recommend it. My boyfriend deviated from this dessert and got the blood orange panna cotta, which looked divine too. My mom and I had an old fashioned and the waitress didn't ask us what we wanted it made with. The bartender made the drinks with the cheapest whisky and it was extremely hard to drink when it was initially brought over to the table. It was like gasoline. I had to wait for the ice to melt. If there is one thing I would suggest, it is to train the wait staff in asking better questions surrounding liquor, training them better in beverage, and also training the bartender better so that if the wait staff doesn't ask what the customer wants the drink made out of, that they ask. I highly recommend this place. It is great and the students do an excellent job. read more

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The best most favorable entrees desserts appetizers and salads ever! Service extremely hospitable fabulous service. Ambiance enjoyable. The chefs came out to see how everything was? Delicious read more

My family and I really enjoyed it. Food was delicious and service was excellent. It was nice to have a great sit down dinner after all the walking around and sight seeing. The pre fixe menu gave us variety which is great. The desserts were the best part. They looked so pretty and tasted so good. My oldest is in culinary school and thought they did a great job. If we ever make our way back to the area we would definitely be returning. read more

Savor - New American Near Me - Niagara Falls, New York

If you are in the Niagara Falls area, I highly recommend this dining experience. Savor is part of Niagara Falls Culinary Institute. It is an upscale type restaurant, which provides the students a hands-on learning experience. The servers, cooks, and the entire staff definitely take pride in their work. They are there to learn and it shows. Make sure to make reservations in advance and check their hours. Currently, they are only open Monday, Wednesday and Friday for lunch and dinner. Since the other dining options in the area are either touristy or sub-par, this is a must! The prix-fixe menu consists of 3-courses all for only $25. There is a great selection of appetizer/salads, entrees and desserts. The menu changes seasonally. In addition, a tasty bread service of fresh baked goods with butter and spreads is provided prior to the meal. Everything was delicious and the desserts are especially out of this world. The wonderful experience certainly makes me want to search out other Culinary Institute restaurants on my travels. read more

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I truly enjoyed my birthday experience! Being a "foodie" I wanted to do something different, so we went to the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute's practical classroom..."Savor". It was truly wonderful to see aspiring students practice their hospitality, bartending, and culinary skills! Our Server, Malik was phenomenal and I see great things for his future! We started with bread service, and it was excellent with the best hummus I have ever had! The salad course was so light and refreshing! My meal was the Grilled Pork chop with Peperonata and crisp Parmesan potatoes. Hubby had the Blackened Atlantic Cod. Both were excellent. We ended our meal with the Lemon Semifreddo lit afire with my birthday candle! Best birthday ever! read more

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The students and faculty at the Niagara Culinary Institute are wonderful! I am so glad I finally got to visit the restaurant at the culinary institute. Everything was done absolutely perfectly. There is cozy ambiance, super service and excellent cooking. If I could eat here once a week I would. Although Niagara Falls is not that far away...hmmm. in any case the service is prix fixe but there are a lot of choices, there's a full bar and a great wine list. I would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant to anyone. Keep up the good work Niagara Culinary Institute! read more

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Fantastic food for $35. Best in town for sure. Good quality, presentation and value! Too bad they are closed on Thursdays, went to Seva (similar name, don't get confused when you hear recommendations from your hotel front desk) and Seva was 1 star: overpriced fast food quality and the worst kale salad I ever had! Savor - 5 stars!! read more

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Students at the Culinary Institute majoring in hospitality, culinary arts, and baking prepare and serve the meals. It was a lovely experience and the food was better than most restaurants these days. You can tell care is put into the preparation and they are honing their skills. Good menu options and great price with a prefix menu. Would recommend. read more

Wow! What a surprise find--just around the corner from our hotel, the Giaciomo, The dinner was outstanding from the bread service with 3 kinds of rolls, flavored butter, humus and homemade pickles to the maple creme brulee . Yes, this is a teaching restaurant, but the food beat many high-end fully professionally staffed restaurants, charging double the price. Also, don't miss their patisserie--they had the best molasses cookies I've ever had. read more

Wow!!! This is the best restaurant in Niagara Falls! Unbelievable service and food. We ordered from the dinner menu (price fixed), and I had a gnocchi starter, chicken Milanese over arugula for the main course, and baked Alaska for dessert. Our server was attentive, our drinks were strong, and all food was delicious. Highly recommend! read more

Savor - Baked Alaska with only a few bites missing- it was so delicious that I was almost too late to take a picture! - New American Near Me - Niagara Falls, New York

Amazing food and service. I felt like I was in a Hell's Kitchen episode. For a fixed price, we each got an appetizer, entree, and dessert. I opted for the checf's special for the meal. It was fine dining at an affordable price. read more

Truly one of the greatest dining experiences I've had in my life. I loved the idea of eating different dishes constructed by students of the culinary institute before heading to Savor, and I expected it to be delicious. The concept of the restaurant is fun, and it promotes the customer to try the foods from the lens of a taste tester. The flavors didn't disappoint. My party ordered: Apps- Sausage lentil soup, Ricotta Gnocchi Mains- Shrimp Scampi, Student Cut (flank) Steak Desert- French Opera Torte, Sticky Toffee Pudding Everything we ate was outstanding. The different flavors of each dish were enough to wow us, while the food itself was cooked to perfection. For $25 a person I don't see how it could get any better, as the food and setting were both comparable to any high end restaurant you would find in the area. Also-you are helping aspiring professionals in the restaurant/hospitality industry get useful and real experience. Highly recommend. read more

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This is a restaurant you definitely have to try when visiting NIagara Falls. Run by NCC students,everything is top notch. They have a Price Fix menu for $25 , what a deal!!! Hurry on done!!! read more

Savor was like finding a diamond in the rough! Can't say one negative thing about it. Service was great, food was fabulous, staff was friendly and informative. All food is prepared by the Culinary college staff and everything was fantastic-salad, main course and desert. All for a very reasonable fixed price. If you're going to Niagara Falls make sure you eat here, you won't be disappointed. PS make a reservation we ate at the bar and it was great. read more

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Bread course was the best course, The strawberry salad was a nice size and well executed.The entries were excellent but the proteins were a little over salted and spiced. However the sides were able to cut the saltiness of the proteins. The ambience was tastefully done and noise level was low. The service was quick and attentive. read more

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One of our favorites! My family comes here often, we have never been disappointed. This restaurant is a location to train and teach people that are the future of the culinary industry. They have a prefixed menu with several options that changes seasonally. I have had many dishes here two of my favorites have been Gumbo and Duck. The desserts are always wonderful. The restaurant is a modern open space where you can see the huge kitchen space. The servers are also learning but are attentive and knowledgeable. We have attended some events here including a night with a chef from Hell's Kitchen, it was one of the best meals we have ever eaten. My daughter and her Boyfriend have attended a ravioli class here and had a great time learning to cook. We have come here to celebrate my daughters 7 year over coming cancer anniversary and they made it special by decorating her dessert! read more

Savor - Special dessert for my daughter's cancer anniversary! - New American Near Me - Niagara Falls, New York

Stopped in for lunch because we saw their menu sign on the sidewalk. We had two choices pulled chicken bbq($10) or hotdog ($8) both came with soda or water, fresh baked cookie, fresh made pickle slices and a bag of chips. Everything was amazing! I would love to try their real Menu! read more

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Be sure to dine here during your visit to Niagara Falls! They are a culinary school so you should first check if they are open and make reservations online. We enjoyed a prix fixe fine dining experience. Ordered wine and beer too. Stayed at the Hyatt across the street which made it very convenient. The food, service and ambiance were excellent. Michael our server was terrific. I highly recommended this restaurant. read more

Great restaurant at the NF Culinary Institute. A hidden gem in the city. Excellent food and service at half the price of a fine dining restaurant. We will definitely return. read more