I liked the vibe of this place, but overall it was just too expensive for the quality/quantity of food. The wild mushroom gnocchi was tasty, but the presentation was not up to par. The premium ribeye was cooked well, but it cooled very quickly since it was served pre-sliced. I really liked the cauliflower rice side though! The creme brûlée was much too dense, and I felt like the whipped cream on top defeated the purpose of the crust. read more

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3rd year in a row,we have come for my birthday on Christmas Eve. we were 8 people. Took awhile for a server to take our orders as they were very busy. My entree(boneless ribeye with crushed garlic spread) was luke warm,so I sent back for another one. It was cooked the way I like it. Two orders of Onion Strings came and they were luke cool and had to be returned and new ones were sent out. Overall was a pleasant experience and the food was good,everyone in the our party were pretty happy,although we did ask for separate checks,but everything was put on one check. read more

I've come here at least 5/6 times and called numerous times, Asking when will they have the French onion soup. It was the very first soup I had there and been craving ever since(2023) . Unfortunately the staff don't care to ask or know if they do, so I stopped calling and asking. I've always been generous while eating there but leaving a review means I've hit a boiling point leaving me unsatisfied. Today I drove up there and minutes from opening with a simple question in mind. I was shooed away. Unpleasant experience read more

Had a nice dinner with friends here, seeking a Kosher restaurant. It was quite enjoyable for this goy I had the pleasure of indulging in the ribeye steak at Serengeti's , and it was an absolute delight. The steak was cooked to perfection, achieving a beautiful char on the outside while remaining incredibly tender and juicy on the inside. Each bite was bursting with incredible flavor, a harmonious blend of savory notes that left my taste buds craving more. The portion size was generous, providing a truly satisfying meal. Paired with impeccable service and a warm, inviting atmosphere, the ribeye steak at Serengeti's kosher restaurant is an absolute must-try for steak lovers." read more

Serengeti - a steak on a plate with a side of mashed potatoes - Southern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Excellent meal! We started with the deep fried tomatoes which we not greasy and had a nice bite to them. Also as a starter had the BBQ brisket egg rolls. As good as the tomatoes were, this was even better! People around us ordered the large portioned BBQ brisket over French fries. Will order those next time. For the main course I had the rib eye which was seasoned perfectly. The only thing was that the steak came barely warm and not hot. Still, overall I highly recommend this restaurant. It's worth mentioning that the service was very good too! read more

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The food here is great. My mother and I both wanted to go for our birthdays. I drove from an hour away. If you want good service, forget this place. We called on Thursday on the reservation line, no one called back. We went in person during advertised hours to make a reservation in person, no one was there. We arrive for our 6:00 time we left on the message and the lady at the desk was immediately rude. She made absolutely no offer to seat us at another time. The manager was called and he acted the same way. As we turned and left they began laughing at us. I have no desire to come back here anytime soon. This behavior is why kosher restaurants get such a bad reputation. A chilul HaShem. read more

This restaurant deserves 5 stars for the food but unfortunately I want to complaint about the service! This kosher restaurant needs a good staff. Prices are high, the food is good and the service is awful. The waitress don't have any elegance, don't treat well the clients and even don't know to set up plates and silverware. It is not acceptable . read more

Chipotle steak was the best of the best Love mash tators and greens . I would make the drinks stronger next time read more

Great food and service! Went for a work lunch, and they have great steaks, burgers, and salads! I got the half pound beef burger, and it was great from its flavor to its texture. The patty was so delightful. There were bursts of flavor swirling in my mouth after every crispy bite of that perfect bun. Even though my burger was so fantastic, I was getting jealous of all my coworkers who had ordered the steak. Everything looked like it was cooked to perfection ...Are YOU gonna eat that?? c('o'c) read more

Serengeti - Southern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Quite expensive. Mediocre service. Wait person gave me a hard time when I complained about overdone meat

Despite being out of an item on the menu, the service was professional and the food was delicious! You should also make a reservation since their hours are very limited. read more

Mediocre at best. The steak we had was very salty and tough. The chicken was just okay. The one thing that I had that was good was the lamb burger but they had to raise the price for that. But it was very good. read more

So surprised to find this gem in the green spring shopping center. The steak was one of the best I've ever eaten. I wish I wrote this closer to my visit, because I enjoyed everything so much, and the service was extra friendly! Will be back! read more

Excellent food, service, and environment. Very relaxing. The burger and steak are excellent. The chicken tortilla soup was brilliant and we loved the bread too. Our waitress, Miriam, was very sweet and hardworking as were all the staff members. I highly recommend! read more

We stopped in for an impromptu Sunday date night. Unfortuanantly the reservation was late (for us) but happy they had one available. The restaurant is located in a strip mall but don't judge by that. Hostess was ok but the waitress made up for it. We ordered the prix fix because we always bring our appetites. I ordered the vegan soup and hubby ordered the egg rolls. My soup was very good and so were the egg rolls. By the time the main came my hubby was kinda full from the eggrolls. I ordered the chicken skewers and hubby ordered the honey Chipotle steak. The chicken was juicy and the sauce was ok, kinda tangy. Still good though. My entree came with string beans and rice which were decent. My hubby's steak was very tasty and cooked as ordered. To finish up I ordered the brownie and hubby ordered apple cobbler. Just as a note desserts are made fresh and take about 10 min. The desserts came out pipping hot but they both were soooo good. We really liked this place and will return. Not sure if it was a busy night but the meal moved a little slowly. Our reservation was 8:30 we arrived at 8:15 and didn't leave until 10pm. The price point was a little high so we will reserve this restaurant for a splurge night. This place is worth a try! read more

Visited here this past Sunday evening. Forget the word "kosher" that may make a difference as to whether or not you choose to dine here. Or the fact that the restaurant is located in the atrium court of a strip mall.The service, the food, the ambience is absolutely outstanding. "South African" beef is the emphasis here but everything, I mean EVERYTHING is perfect. (And if you read my reviews, you will see I have never rated any establishment 5-stars before). The prices are high so you may want to save a visit here for a special occasion. But, believe me, you will be glad you splurged. read more

This restaurant is fenemanel. I love it here. The environment are perfect Costumer service is amazing Vibes arw terrific read more

I went here for a work lunch. When everyone found out where they were taking us, there was a buzz of jealousy from those who weren't invited. It was like we won the lottery! OOoh! A lunch meeting at Serengeti!? You're SO lucky! Why? "Because it's really expensive." NEWS FLASH! Expensive doesn't mean good. It was expensive and it's worth three stars, but it's nothing to write home about. For those who keep Kosher, there are limited options. So, maybe for a Kosher steakhouse in Baltimore, this is as good as it gets? Slim pickings. I got the steak salad with roasted root veggies. It was good! The steak was cooked and seasoned perfectly. It had fresh spinach, roasted carrots and canned beets. HUH?!? Yeah, you read that right. CANNED BEETS. When is it OK for a restaurant (especially one considered fine dining) to serve canned beets? The answer is never. NEV-ER. Never. read more

The place is a true treat. Its the go to for an adult evening out. Yes, it's a kosher steakhouse with ethnic African flavors combined with Southern favorites. You must must must order the pulled barbecue beef egg-rolls!! The first bites says hello to your tummy and before you know it you will want to order a second helping but you can't. You will need room for the rib-eye steak entree you ordered. Yes, you did ordered the rib-eye steak entree. Trust me. The way the steak melt in your mouth after every bite. That one of the best choices you will make in life. Some say their salmon entree is to die for, maybe the next time I can convince someone else to order it cause we already know I'm ordering the rib-eye steak. The atmosphere is elegant with small lite lamps on each table , linen napkins and lights dimmed low. From being first greeted to the finish of receiving the the bill, the staff give excellent service with big smile. Like all reviews before me...you must treat yourself to a dining experience here at the Serengeti between Sunday to Thursday. Yes Closed on the weekends. read more

Upscale restaurant with healthy tasty food options. Really enjoyed my peace bowl salad, mock crab cakes and chicken spring rolls. read more

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I went to Serengeti on a very busy holiday night and had a fantastic meal! I'd been waiting and hoping for an upscale Kosher restaurant like Serengeti to open up in Baltimore, and was not disappointed! Serengeti easily rivals the non-kosher upscale restaurants I visited in my pre-kosher days. Serengeti gets 5 stars for the food, service, and atmosphere. I'm someone who is hard to please - I'm a foodie who is kosher and has food allergies, as while as family members who aren't kosher and expect decent service and food at upscale restaurants. Fortunately, Seregenti was able to deliver! The Service: Typically, kosher 'meat' restaurants have very little for those of us who don't partake in meat and eggs, and I wanted to make sure I wouldn't be spending a lot of money to get a sad salad with oversteamed vegetables. To ensure a good experience, I had a long chat with manager before visiting Serengeti, and he was very helpful. Kosher restaurants have a reputation for having poor service, but the manager was an absolute delight. I think his name is Phil, and if you have food allergies or questions, definitely give him a call ahead of time. He is very patient and knowledgeable. He is also very warm, and by the end of my visit, I felt like he was my long lost bestie. My server, Mariana, was also excellent. I ordered the kale salad, but can't have the mango, and she was able to substitute Jicama for me. Most restaurants are fussy about substitutions, and it was nice to see that Serengeti can be flexible. She was attentive, and filled up water, bread, etc. without having to be chased down - which is soooo different from most kosher restaurants. The food: Delectable. I had a bunch of sides in addition to my entree kale salad, and was wowed by the garlic mashed potatoes and green beans. At many restaurants, I find that vegetables are overcooked to the point that they're mushy and have no taste - which was so not the case at Serengeti! The green beans were sautéed just right, and were garlicky without the garlic flavor being overpowering. The french fries were also perfect - they had the right blend of crunch, salt, and soft. The food's presentation is impressive, as well! Atmosphere: Everything at Serengeti is done in a way that reflects its desire to be an upscale establishment. The decor is exciting yet tasteful. Even the small touches are taken to keep things classy - when I requested ketchup for my fries, instead of throwing ketchup packets at me, my waitress gave me a ramekin with ketchup already inside. Bonus: They serve alcohol!! Maryland has draconian liquor laws, and its nice to be able to sip wine with my meal for a change! The only suggestions I would make would be for Serengeti would be to keep menu labeling standard - for instance, the dessert menu labeled what was gluten-free and vegan while other items that are definitely gf and vegan weren't labeled on the dinner menu. It's confusing - are the green beans not labeled as gluten-free because they have gluten, or because no one would assume that they have gluten in them? It would also be helpful to know what can be made a little differently to make items gluten free, vegan, soy-free, etc. read more

Bill H got it exactly right. Except as a kosher diner I am not comparing it to Morton or any other fine general restaurant. I am comparing it to Le Marais or Prime Grill in New York, Shallots in Chicago, or one of the excellent kosher restaurants in SE Florida or Los Angeles. And it compares pretty amazingly. I give it an easy 5 stars. From arrival and seating to check and departure the experience was worth every penny. We were four people tonight and ate steaks and lamb along with appetizers and dessert. None of us was disappointed. This place is a winner and a colossal asset to Jewish Baltimore. read more

First I would like to start off by talking about the Owner! Mr. Larry Franks has to be one of the kindest, hardworking, most respectful business owners that I've ever met! He has ALWAY treated me and my family with kindness and with the utmost respect! He, his wife, and his team has built such a memorable experience, not just at Serengeti but at his other two restaurants Cocoaccinos and Accents as well! And the chefs is THE best chef in the business! Now to the food--- the food is literally the BEST FOOD I HAVE EVER TASTED in all my year! And I have been to some very nice restaurants in my days. They have platters that will satisfy any pallet. I never met a chef that was so dedicated to his work as the chef at Serengeti. I recommend everyone, EVERYWHERE to eat at Cocoaccinos for breakfast, Accents for lunch and Serengeti for dinner! Trust me you will NOT be disappointed! 10 Star Restaurant! ********** read more

My first time in a kosher restaurant, to treat friends that keep kosher. A nice experience overall. No issue with location in a shopping center, you step inside and you enter a very nice space and ambiance. ( also plenty of parking!). Two of us had steaks which were good. I had sea bass which should have had some of the blood line removed, just too strong a taste, and one of us had a grilled chicken salad with cold chicken (maybe for lunch, not dinner). I understand that kosher beef is expensive but everything else was way overpriced for what was served. Service was good, but not 18-20% good. read more

A Great meal on a special occasion. We organized a dinner for my mom's 85 birthday, about 18 of us. The management was great in setting aside two large tables in the back, which was very comfortable for us. Most importantly, the food was great. I do not keep kosher, so have eaten at some really fine restaurants. The food here was at par with the finest restaurants, and at a reasonable price. I had the fried green tomatoes as an appetizer. The tomatoes were nicely fried, not too greasy, and the slices of tomato were thick and tasty. I then had the Tunisian chicken, with couscous and sweet potato slices. The plate had three succulent and flavorful pieces of chicken, nicely decorated with rosemary sprigs. The meat was cooked to perfection, as was the sweet potato slices--they can sometimes be too mushy or too hard, these were ideal. My wife had the butterfish, which she really liked. My brother had the quinoa veggie burger, which also was very well received. We don't eat meat, but I noticed that those who did ate pretty much everything. I don't remember exactly what they all ordered, but everybody was quite satisfied with their choices. Even the wines, which are kosher and mevushal (boiled to make them kosher) were good choices. I also want to commend the management for helping to make the event very special. read more

Went to dinner with friends after hearing about the restaurant for a while. Order the $52 braised lamb shank special of the day. The lamb shank was inedible. Each of us took a taste, and the person who ordered was disgusted by the saltiness of the dish. We sent it back, but they were upset so decided to share the sandwich. The saltiness caused us to gulp down water. Even with more than 60% of the portion still on the plate, they gave us a small 15% discount. Imagine if we ordered a replacement dish. We would not order it again. Overall, the food was poor quality. It is overpriced for its quality. The staff would have made things right, but they were overruled by the ownership. There are many other restaurants for kosher diners to choose from, so we would recommend one of them. I know we will. read more

This is an excellent restaurant if you are looking for a kosher upscale place to dine. Be prepared to pay more that what you normally pay at a non-kosher Steakhouse. Kosher meat and supervision tend to drive up prices but the owners are upstanding honest people who do their best to provide exceptional service. Patrons should know this up front before making a decision to eat at any kosher establishment so they do not write negative reviews which tend to present a skewed and discriminatory view of what kosher is all about. We had a steak dinner with our relatives who wanted to take us out for our anniversary. Everyone was pleased and Larry personally came oher to greet every customer. Since we were not paying and our relatives were pushing us to have dessert and a glass of wine, we enjoyed a delicious chocolate cake and a dry red wine. Definitely deserving of 5 stars. read more

I decided to go here with my family for my mom's 70th birthday. We're an orthodox family, so I know a steakhouse would be expensive. The food was all tasty, but for the price things need to be perfect. 2 Got the chicken Roulade (albeit overcooked)/Pre fix menu 4 got steaks All medium rare I got a Steak sandwich The steak in my sandwich was lukewarm, their steaks were also luke and the chicken Roulades were over cooked. When you pay 35 to 65 dollars for an entrée the food needs to be kept hot (even with a full dining room). Even my fries were lukewarm , but the kids ate them anyways. The cost ended up being over $350+tip for 6 adults and 2 kids. My mother enjoyed herself, which is all that matters. The Broccolini was al dente, which was great. I didn't eat dessert but I heard it was good. The waiter was exceptional, probably one of the best I've had at a kosher restaurant. Very attentive. . I'd go back, but maybe in a smaller or group or ask for the food to be hot. read more

I went to Serengeti for the first time on a Monday night. The restaurant, which is owned by the same people who own Accents, is now by far the best kosher restaurant in Baltimore and, more importantly, one of the nicest restaurants of any type in 21209 (in my opinion, it's better than anything in the Quarry and as good as anything in Mt. Washington). Serengeti is a "very good" restaurant, even removing the "kosher" qualifier, which, unfortunately in the US, often means that a kosher restaurant will be nowhere near the same level in ambiance, food and service of a non-kosher restaurant serving similar cuisine. Again, that is not the case here. Although the restaurant lists "African" cuisine, I wouldn't come here expecting what you'd find in an Ethiopian restaurant, for example, or any exotic dishes that wouldn't be found on a regular fine dining restaurant menu. The menu is pretty broad ranging, however, and has many excellent choices. Serengeti's dining space is attractive, clean and quiet and more than appropriate for a date-night or business meeting. The service was what I would expect from a good restaurant -- a maitre d' met me when I arrived and directed me to my table, the waiter was polite, knew the menu and was able to make sensible recommendations, dishes were cleared at the right time, it was quiet, and the water glasses were constantly filled by a busboy. The restaurant has a pre-fixe $50 meal, but I am not a dessert eater so ordered an appetizer of a curried pot pie (decent) and a rib-eye steak (very good) with garlic mashed potatoes and green beans (both good). Serengeti also a lot of vegetarian and fish choices, as well as some more inexpensive choices such as burgers, sushi and sandwiches. The rib-eye that I ordered (12 ounce -- which was more than enough -- the restaurant also sells a larger cut) had clearly been cooked on a very hot grill. It was very good and cooked medium as ordered. Serengeti has different cuts and types of steaks -- some are marinated and served with sauces. My test of a good steak is just to order it plain and this one definitely passed the test. If you don't keep kosher, from what I remember, don't expect the steak to be like one you'd get at Morton's (for example) or the Capital Grille, but Serengeti is not trying to be that type of extremely fancy, super-expensive restaurant. In short, you will be served a quality, well-cooked steak if you order one. My friend ordered the lamb shank, which I thought was good but he thought was a little salty. If you keep kosher, there is now finally a restaurant in Baltimore that doesn't serve Asian food which looks, acts, feels and tastes like a non-kosher restaurant -- just like you'd see in NY or Israel. Serengeti is now really the only game in town if you want to go out for a delicious, high-level meal. If you don't keep kosher and want to go to a nice lunch or dinner with a friend or colleague, you now Serengeti as an excellent option. And, most importantly, even if you don't keep kosher, if you live in or are in Pikesville and want to eat at a very good restaurant where you will be treated well, you should keep Serengeti in mind. Others must agree with my opinion, and the word must be out, as when I dined there on a Monday night, over 60 percent of the tables were filed. Finally, for kosher in Maryland or DC, this restaurant is 5 star. But the fact that it is getting a 4 from me compared to all restaurants means that Serengeti is doing just about everything right. read more

Let me start off by saying that I really want to like this place. It's just about the only decent kosher restaurant in the DC and Baltimore area. I've been here twice, and the 3-star rating represents an average of the two visits. The first experience was great, and the second...not so much. The first time I was there was mid-week. The atmosphere was really nice. It was quiet and the lights appropriately dimmed for a nice dinner experience. The server was good, friendly and knowledgeable. I ordered the filet. By kosher restaurant standards, it was excellent. Not Prime Grill excellent, but definitely great. By normal steakhouse standards, I'd say it was average. Most Orthodox people I know tend to like their meat well-done, so it shouldn't have been a big surprise when the steak was very over-cooked. They quickly took it back and cooked another one that was a proper medium. No problem. It happens. Based on that, I'd have given it a very solid 4-star rating. I went back again on a Sunday evening. What a difference. I was taken aback upon walking through the door by two things...how bright the lighting was, and how noisy it was. The lights seemed to be turned up to full brightness, and the noise level sounded like a cafeteria. I believe that the two are connected, and dimmer lighting probably would have quieted things down considerably. Therefore, I do attribute the noise level to choices made by the restaurant. After being seated, the waitress came over. She didn't appear very knowledgeable about the food, rambled off the specials so quickly that we could barely keep up. Not only did she not offer to take a drink order when she came to tell us about the specials, but she turned her back and walked off so quickly as soon as she finished that I couldn't even ask. I decided very quickly that this was going to not lead to a pleasant evening, I tried to quickly save our dining experience. Seeing that the waiter we had the last time was working, and remembering how great the service was, I went two twice ask if we could please be served by the other waiter in order to avoid what I predicted by that point would be an unpleasant dining experience. I was introduced to a woman who said she was the owner, and she told me with unnecessary coldness that it wasn't possible. I explained that I might prefer to leave than to risk having the negative experience I saw coming. Rather than trying to understand my concerns or trying to see this as an opportunity to resolve a customer concern, she was completely and rudely dismissive. After consulting with my date, we decided to avoid wasting our time and money on what we were sure would be a negative experience, so we left without even ordering. So my second visit clearly gets a 1 star rating. Bottom line...this place can be good. It can be great as a kosher restaurant. But they need to decide what they want to be. With the lights on full brightness, the noise level is that of a cafeteria. It's bad enough that it's inside a shopping mall. So the single best immediate action they can take is to dim the lights appropriately in the evening. They also need to understand that a dining experience is more than the food. If you bring out the best steak, but the service experience was bad, the kitchen will not be able to save the day. I'm not willing to dismiss this place yet because my first experience several months ago was great. Either the night of my second visit was an anomaly, or they've slid downhill. Hopefully I'll have a chance to go back again and find out. For the time being, I would recommend at least going on a weeknight rather than a Sunday. read more

I echo everything everyone else said about Serengeti. We had a great meal and a great dining experience. Clearly, the owners "get it." From the decor and service to the food itself, Serengeti says, "Welcome, relax, enjoy great food while we take good care of you to ensure that you have a wonderful experience." A very professional, polished "performance." It was the 9 days, so we ate fish and veggie/vegan options. We were impressed from the start with great green olive and rosemary rolls with herb "butter" and a delicious bean soup with fresh (yes: fresh, not frozen) soup to the well-seasoned mains with well-executed sides. We had a yummy dark ale, too. We didn't want the meal to end, so we had the lemon fruit tart for dessert and were wowed. The dish included fresh strawberry and blueberry coulis, the lightest crust imaginable, a lovely not overly sweet custard and lovely fresh fruit. The decaf coffee was fresh brewed and a great end-of-meal addition. It was a lot pricier than other meals you can get in town, but it was well worth it. We appreciated the attention to all the details, including the decor, the furnishings, the professional staff, and the food. It was a total and satisfying dining experience. read more

Serengeti is among the very best restaurants I have been to in my lifetime. Great for a business meeting; night out; or simply to experience culinary excellence. Cuisine is superlative and staff are friendly. I would urge the management to do all they can to retain this level of excellence and not to cut corners in the future as they undoubtedly will gain popularity. read more

The three of us ordered the Prix Fixe menu and it was scrumptious! The Prix Fixe allows you to choose an appetizer, salad or soup, your main course, side, and dessert. The presentation of the food was lovely and the staff was accommodating and helpful. The pulled BBQ egg rolls are crispy and teeming with meat (Ty Yelpers for the hint). The pulled brisket on top of fries is succulent and tender. The soup was seasoned well. We enjoyed our savory rib-eye and fresh sides. The dessert menu shines with unique and satisfying flavors like the South African brandy tart, peppermint chocolate mug cake (satisfyingly dense), and dessert waffle covered and smothered in decadence! Once you try the first class Prix Fixe, you can't go back to coach (ordering one or two items off the menu). We had so much food leftover, we will be eating leftovers for meals to come. We are grateful to have a kosher steakhouse in the Baltimore area. It was packed on a Sunday night so make certain to reserve a table. I think Serengeti would make Cape Towners proud. read more

Serengeti - Tasty times in a lovely space! זיכרונה לברכה, Dara - Southern Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Been here twice now, perfect both times. Food, ambiance, service. Not cheap but kosher fine-dining never is, though there are some reasonable prices for a lighter meal. But you still pay for quality. First time was opening week. Crowded, but service was fast, efficient and accurate. had the chili rubbed steak tournado. Spicy, but not overwhelming. Unique flavor, steak perfectly cooked as ordered. Delicious. Second trip started with Kansas City Steak soup. Hearty winter soup on a cold day. Flavored a bit like a Heinz A-1, but the meat flavor came through, really hit the spot. Great ratio of meat, veggies, and liquid, with small side garnish of non-greasy perfect onion rings. Then had pear-glazed chicken over salad greens. Excellent despite the sweet-ish glaze and dressing. Nice choice of contrasting flavors and textures in among the salad veggies. Tried a beer with my meal that I had not tried before. Waiter's recommendation the the beer was perfect. Looking forward to going back again! read more

Finally Baltimore has a kosher steak house to compete with the big places in New York. The food and service was very solid and my brother-in-law who is a steak snob thought the coffee rub long steak was delicious. I ordered the ribs which were okay, but my wifes honey chipotle steak was delicious. The pulled beef egg rolls were out of this world and may have been the best thing we had. As for dessert, it was little weak. Wish they had more options. read more

The hostess was very nice. Although e could not make up or mind initially, she reminded us that we only had 10 minutes to decide. When we came back she was extremely kind and introduced us to I believe Chris, our server. They fulfilled the philosophy of the establishment. Chris made a great suggestion with the beef egg rolls and carrot rinds as an appetizer and even explained the native South African cuisine as entrees ...It was so delicious that we didn't even expect them to be vegetables! Excellenttttttttttttttttt! My Auntie and I are definitely coming back. Even the atmosphere was very, very nice!!! We loved everything about our experience. read more

We came here for my birthday last week. I understand that this restaurant is trying to portray itself as a fine dining experience, but the way to present yourself as a fine dining establishment is by delivering a quality experience, not by having unpleasant waiters. Our first request was if we could please receive a plastic cup. I understand that this is not part of the restaurants image, but it shares a kitchen with a restaurant that certainly supplies plastic cups and, even in a fine dining establishment, the customer is always right. Instead, the waiter rolled his eyes and argued with us about the fact that there were not any available. When we pointed out that they shared a kitchen with a place that did have them, he brought one out, 20 minutes later. The appetizer we split, a sort of carnivore dream poutine, with barbecued brisket and bits of lamb bacon on top of fries, was delicious. But when our entrees came out, one of our steaks was room temperature at best. Even stranger, the barbecue brisket sandwich had very uneven temperature. The brisket on the sides of the sandwich was refrigerator temperature, while the middle was steamy hot. Again, fine dining establishments should probably not rely on their microwave. I let our server know that the food was cold, and he promptly whisked it back to the kitchen, only to come out a few moments later and ask me whether I meant the food or the plate. What?!?! First of all, you don't argue with your customer over the temperature of the food, which he did, claiming that they had "opened it up and it burned their fingers." Second of all, even if the plates were cold, which they weren't, they are not supposed to be cold if this is indeed a fine dining establishment. Finally, I reiterate. The customer, not the pretentious waiter, is always right. The barbecue brisket sandwich came out again in warmer version after about five minutes, and it really was quite tasty when it was the appropriate temperature. The steak, however, was a different story. After 15 minutes, the waiter brought back the original cold steak, and asked if we wanted it, adding that he was going to throw it out anyway. But it took a full 20 to 25 minutes for a new steak to come out properly heated. I should point out that the steak was supposed to be done medium, so 25 minutes is a bit excessive. While the steak was, I'm sure, perfectly done, everybody else had already finished eating and so it to went home in a doggy bag. Did I mention it was my birthday? The waiter did ask if we wanted dessert and presented a free dessert of two cookies and a scoop of ice cream on the house to mark my birthday, but by that time it was late, I was grumpy, and I had already written off the service at this restaurant as completely unacceptable for a place where we were going to enjoy a fine dining experience. I am well aware of the fact that kosher restaurants think that they are God's gift to kosher Humanity. I was a restaurant reviewing partner for a major Israeli publication for over half a decade, so I have a bit of experience reviewing kosher restaurants, since that is all we did. Serengeti delivers when it comes to the quality of the food, but if I were writing a review, the food would get a short mention after I finished excoriating the service. To be honest, next time we are looking for a celebratory meal, I'll take a little bit less fine dining and a little bit more respect for the customer. read more

My wife and I have now eaten at Serengeti twice, and both times were very impressed with both the service and the food. The first time we went, I had one of the 12 oz. marinated steaks, which was plenty of food. I ordered it medium-rare, and it was prepared perfectly. Unfortunately, I don't remember the name of the dish I had the second time, but it was something "with an East-Africa flavor", which I wanted to try. It was delicious Also, the soups were excellent. It is a little expensive, at least for me, so I don't know that I'll go there that often, but it is wonderful to have it as an option for meetings with business clients, occasional date-nights with my wife, etc. Bottom line: I'm really happy to have it as an option, and fully intend to go back. read more

Top Notch! This place is consistently fantastic! We love to bring our out of town guests to wow them with what a kosher restaurant can be. The rib-eye is my favorite dinner entree but we've loved everything we've ordered. So happy to have this place nearby! read more

After giving them another chance, my initial review still stands. The owner is still obnoxious, and she has no orientation towards customer service. read more