SavannahBlue

SavannahBlue reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Ellen VIP

   Cincinnati / Dayton15 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   We were surprised when we arrived to find that the only accessible way to the restaurant was up two flights of stairs. This should definitely be mentioned in advance. Once upstairs, there was only a very small area to stand and wait...too small an area to accommodate those who were waiting. This meant you had to wait on the stairs. It was over 15 minutes before the hostess even appeared. Our reservation was for 7pm (on a Sunday), and we did not get seated until 7:30pm. We then waited 10 minutes to be acknowledged and to get just water. Dinner arrived at 8:05. The crabcake and shrimp and grits were delicious. The service was poor, but I don't think it could be blamed on our server. The restaurant was understaffed, and I think the servers were doing their best. Another indication of being understaffed is that half the tables were empty. We noticed this when seated after our half wait on the stairs. Some of those tables never got completely cleaned after the previous diners. I had requested to please not be next to the kitchen, but that didn't happen. We were about a close as possible. After the half hour wait to be seated, I decided not to say anything although there were quite a few empty, but not cleaned, tables elsewhere. While great food, I doubt we'll be back. Sorry to leave a negative review.
   

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   Michael

   Detroit / Eastern Michigan3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   We were seated promptly but then no one came to take our order for 20 minutes. By then we decided to just share 3 appetizers because we were short on time.
   

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   LaDon

   Detroit / Eastern Michigan12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was wonderful as usual and the ambiance was nice too
   

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   Kristen

   Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was delicious. The music was a bit loud for a dinner setting. I dined alone but I would have had to strain to hear at the close table. I don’t mind the dress code requirements but they didn’t appear to be enforced, so they might be keeping people from coming. Overall very good.
   

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   Jess

   Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

   4.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Food was just amazing. Sadly service lacked in many areas. Arrived with a reservation at 8:30pm. Didn’t get seated till after 8:40 due to the host confusing a couple of parties. Didn’t like the table they put us at & asked if we could seat at a booth & not right next to the kitchen/service door/black curtain. wasn’t the table I asked for but okay we’re sat. The server Jamal I believe was his name, or Kawami, took a long time. Took a long time to get cocktails, my drink was extremely strong. I asked for a side of cranberry juice atleast 4 times & had to wait over 30 minutes. Came back with a shot glass with cranberry juice after I asked for a half a cup because it was insanely strong. Weird it took so long for a side of juice that wasn’t even a half a cup. A quarter of a cup. Please leave a bottle of water at the table. I don’t know how many times I asked for a refill & those refills took a long time. I tried to ask another server for water but she ran away before I could even get her attention. Service just really bogged down the experience. I came for a birthday dinner & felt like I was dismissed & wasn’t even acknowledged for my birthday when it was asked in the reservation. Food is AMAZING! Truly loved it, just wished service was up to par as the food. Also sneaking in 19% gratuity for a party of two? I would expect that on a party of 5+ but it was just my girlfriend and I.. lil sneaky there for sure.
   

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   Shelia Y.

   Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Catfish was EXCELLENT with the Tarter Sauce (however, it was a little spicy and I do not care for Spicy). The Greens were Superb and the Macaroni & Cheese was Outstanding. The little Cornbread Bites could have kept coming and coming and coming - just SCRUMPTOUS! Crystal F. provided the BEST SERVICE. She was kind, personable, and very attentive! I would request her service every time I return. The downside - the multiple stairs, the slick floor (please be careful and take your time walking), and it was cold in there. Crystal asked for it to be turned down on our behalf but soon afterwards, it was right back up. It is a little pricy so go prepared but you WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!!
   

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   Wahn VIP

   Toronto / Ontario12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Some of the best soul food we have ever had! The catfish, fried chicken, collard greens - even the sweet tea reminded me of living in the South growing up -- but even better. And the service was warm and gracious. Highly recommended!
   

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   Demetrius

   Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review

   2.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Over priced but very professional .
   

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   KaSondra

   Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   9/10 only because we did not receive napkins. The waitress provided excellent service. The food was excellent with a comforting atmosphere.
   

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    courtney VIP

    Indiana26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Wonderful service, food, drinks and ambience. Definitely coming back
    

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