I arrived when they opened up at 5pm . Everyone was friendly and the hostess answered my questions. I was given a menu. As I sat at the bar I looked over the drink and food selections. Everything looked delectable and inviting. I ended up ordering the special. 1/2 fried chicken very crispy and not much grease. The best collard greens, mashed potatoes with gravy and a salad full of veggies, bacon and sliced boiled eggs. The drink was a Colonel Slammer very tasty. So in essence I highly recommend this restaurant. You will not be disappointed.
Barry Kirkman
Good food but a little
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Brooke D.
I had a great experience at Sage and Salt. I really wish I would have been able to hear our bartenders name but it was a little over crowed and loud (beautiful black curls) because she was amazing and deaerves recognition. She gave me an amazing recommendation for dinner and I couldn't have been happier with my food and drinks she made for my friend and I. I hope everyone ends up with her as their bartender!
David Y.
I had eaten at the old Willows Bistro many times so was excited to give the new Sage & Salt Bistro a try for my son's birthday. The experience did not disappoint. I deducted one star because the quality-to-price ratio was a bit off. Most notable on the positive side of the ledger was our server, Christopher (if the receipt is correct), who was very attentive and also patient with my sons who kept him on his toes with their particularities. Cocktails (Legal Drinking Sage and Big Smoke) were on point. My boys had the prime rib. One was closer to rare than medium rare in temperature. Still delicious but for $42/10 ounces, I want exact temperature. I had the monkfish special, which was as advertised by Christopher, but for $55 I expect to be blown away not merely satisfied. I'm looking forward to going back and ordering some entrees off the regular menu to find that value missing in this visit.
Kerensa Tilley
Can confirm, Sage & Salt Bistro is fantastic. I made a reservation on OpenTable. I had the potato and leek soup, bread service, a fizzy blackberry and sage mocktail, their swordfish special of the week, and cheesecake. All of it delicious. We sat outside on their covered and heated patio while watching the rain and the whole experience felt cozy and special. Our waitress was friendly and attentive and the manager visited our table. Will be a repeat patron.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Rubanyi
An excellent dining spot in downtown Winston Salem. We stopped in for a weekday lunch and had no problem parking in the lot out front. Seated at a table near the magnificent bar, we could see both lovely drinks being poured, in addition to the connected open kitchen in the back. Really a pleasant experience through and through.The lunch menu did not list the very popular Yellowfin Tuna Tower, but I decided to inquire nonetheless. Surprisingly, our friendly server stated that she could have it made up regardless. It did not disappoint. The perfectly seared tuna melts in your mouth. Accompanied by avocado, compressed cucumber and an exquisite dipping sauce, this dish is something everyone should experience at least once when coming here. The fried chicken sandwich and French dip both had perfectly cooked meat that was juicy and tasty. The shaved prime cut ribeye is delicious!Can’t wait to try the large and comfortable patio on a warm day. Many items on the lunch and dinner menus will bring us back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Will Phillips
Had a wonderful meal at Sage & Salt with my family for my birthday this evening. The decor is elegant and the building is a cool renovated train station. All the food (charcuterie, tuna tower, pork ribs, beef tartare, pasta pomadoro, beet salad special, mahi special, salmon, and filet) were beautifully presented, perfectly seasoned, well-balanced, and extremely well thought-out. Chefs Patrick and Jasmin are doing a fantastic job bringing casual fine dining food to Winston-Salem. This is a hidden gem in downtown, go check them out today!Dietary restrictions: Lots of options for vegetarians/pescatarians/gluten free. Happily accommodated my MIL's dairy-free request
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Al Pomodoro, Steak Tartare, Swedish Salmon
Tom R.
An excellent dining spot in downtown Winston Salem. We stopped in for a weekday lunch and had no problem parking in the lot out front. Seated at a table near the magnificent bar, we could see both lovely drinks being poured, in addition to the connected open kitchen in the back. Really a pleasant experience through and through. The lunch menu did not list the very popular Yellowfin Tuna Tower, but I decided to inquire nonetheless. Surprisingly, our friendly server stated that she could have it made up regardless. It did not disappoint. The perfectly seared tuna melts in your mouth. Accompanied by avocado, compressed cucumber and an exquisite dipping sauce, this dish is something everyone should experience at least once when coming here. The fried chicken sandwich and French dip both had perfectly cooked meat that was juicy and tasty. The shaved prime cut ribeye is delicious! Can't wait to try the large and comfortable patio on a warm day. Many items on the lunch and dinner menus will bring us back for sure.
Jennifer H.
Amazing!!! Both the steak and chicken were fantastic. The Blood orange crème brûlée was outstanding. We will be back.
Will P.
Had a wonderful meal at Sage & Salt with my family for my birthday this evening. The decor is elegant and the building is a cool renovated train station. All the food (charcuterie, tuna tower, pork ribs, beef tartare, pasta pomadoro, beet salad special, mahi special, salmon, and filet) were beautifully presented, perfectly seasoned, well-balanced, and extremely well thought-out. Chefs Patrick and Jasmin are doing a fantastic job bringing casual fine dining food to Winston-Salem. This is a hidden gem in downtown, go check them out today!
Small place but lots of charm the food was delicious and filling the servers were very knowledgeable and helpful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Casey Propst
Everything was absolutely
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emilie Irene
My fiance and I went here for my birthday dinner, and we immediately felt the warm and relaxing atmosphere before we even stepped inside. The patio is nice and intimate for small groups or tables for 2, with plenty of heaters and even blankets available for cold nights! Our server, Bennett, was the BEST. We really enjoyed his positive attitude and you can tell he, as well as the rest of the staff, genuinely care about their work and the people that dine here. He was so friendly and really made my birthday dinner memorable and special. Chef even surprised us with a stunning amuse bouche and took time out of his busy evening to talk to us. We have had some not so great dining experiences lately in Winston, and this was such an incredible dinner from start to finish. The food was **chefs kiss*** so good. We are going to try and make this a regular spot for dinner and can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Al Pomodoro, Crab Dip
Michael Packard
Great food, exceptional service, and an overall fantastic place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Linda G.
Excellent food and service!! Quaint and nice music playing. The ambience was incredible but the prime rib I had; u la la, tender enough to cut with a fork!
I arrived when they opened up at 5pm . Everyone was friendly and the hostess answered my questions. I was given a menu. As I sat at the bar I looked over the drink and food selections. Everything looked delectable and inviting. I ended up ordering the special. 1/2 fried chicken very crispy and not much grease. The best collard greens, mashed potatoes with gravy and a salad full of veggies, bacon and sliced boiled eggs. The drink was a Colonel Slammer very tasty. So in essence I highly recommend this restaurant. You will not be disappointed.
Good food but a little
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I had a great experience at Sage and Salt. I really wish I would have been able to hear our bartenders name but it was a little over crowed and loud (beautiful black curls) because she was amazing and deaerves recognition. She gave me an amazing recommendation for dinner and I couldn't have been happier with my food and drinks she made for my friend and I. I hope everyone ends up with her as their bartender!
I had eaten at the old Willows Bistro many times so was excited to give the new Sage & Salt Bistro a try for my son's birthday. The experience did not disappoint. I deducted one star because the quality-to-price ratio was a bit off. Most notable on the positive side of the ledger was our server, Christopher (if the receipt is correct), who was very attentive and also patient with my sons who kept him on his toes with their particularities. Cocktails (Legal Drinking Sage and Big Smoke) were on point. My boys had the prime rib. One was closer to rare than medium rare in temperature. Still delicious but for $42/10 ounces, I want exact temperature. I had the monkfish special, which was as advertised by Christopher, but for $55 I expect to be blown away not merely satisfied. I'm looking forward to going back and ordering some entrees off the regular menu to find that value missing in this visit.
Can confirm, Sage & Salt Bistro is fantastic. I made a reservation on OpenTable. I had the potato and leek soup, bread service, a fizzy blackberry and sage mocktail, their swordfish special of the week, and cheesecake. All of it delicious. We sat outside on their covered and heated patio while watching the rain and the whole experience felt cozy and special. Our waitress was friendly and attentive and the manager visited our table. Will be a repeat patron.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
An excellent dining spot in downtown Winston Salem. We stopped in for a weekday lunch and had no problem parking in the lot out front. Seated at a table near the magnificent bar, we could see both lovely drinks being poured, in addition to the connected open kitchen in the back. Really a pleasant experience through and through.The lunch menu did not list the very popular Yellowfin Tuna Tower, but I decided to inquire nonetheless. Surprisingly, our friendly server stated that she could have it made up regardless. It did not disappoint. The perfectly seared tuna melts in your mouth. Accompanied by avocado, compressed cucumber and an exquisite dipping sauce, this dish is something everyone should experience at least once when coming here. The fried chicken sandwich and French dip both had perfectly cooked meat that was juicy and tasty. The shaved prime cut ribeye is delicious!Can’t wait to try the large and comfortable patio on a warm day. Many items on the lunch and dinner menus will bring us back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a wonderful meal at Sage & Salt with my family for my birthday this evening. The decor is elegant and the building is a cool renovated train station. All the food (charcuterie, tuna tower, pork ribs, beef tartare, pasta pomadoro, beet salad special, mahi special, salmon, and filet) were beautifully presented, perfectly seasoned, well-balanced, and extremely well thought-out. Chefs Patrick and Jasmin are doing a fantastic job bringing casual fine dining food to Winston-Salem. This is a hidden gem in downtown, go check them out today!Dietary restrictions: Lots of options for vegetarians/pescatarians/gluten free. Happily accommodated my MIL's dairy-free request
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Al Pomodoro, Steak Tartare, Swedish Salmon
An excellent dining spot in downtown Winston Salem. We stopped in for a weekday lunch and had no problem parking in the lot out front. Seated at a table near the magnificent bar, we could see both lovely drinks being poured, in addition to the connected open kitchen in the back. Really a pleasant experience through and through. The lunch menu did not list the very popular Yellowfin Tuna Tower, but I decided to inquire nonetheless. Surprisingly, our friendly server stated that she could have it made up regardless. It did not disappoint. The perfectly seared tuna melts in your mouth. Accompanied by avocado, compressed cucumber and an exquisite dipping sauce, this dish is something everyone should experience at least once when coming here. The fried chicken sandwich and French dip both had perfectly cooked meat that was juicy and tasty. The shaved prime cut ribeye is delicious! Can't wait to try the large and comfortable patio on a warm day. Many items on the lunch and dinner menus will bring us back for sure.
Amazing!!! Both the steak and chicken were fantastic. The Blood orange crème brûlée was outstanding. We will be back.
Had a wonderful meal at Sage & Salt with my family for my birthday this evening. The decor is elegant and the building is a cool renovated train station. All the food (charcuterie, tuna tower, pork ribs, beef tartare, pasta pomadoro, beet salad special, mahi special, salmon, and filet) were beautifully presented, perfectly seasoned, well-balanced, and extremely well thought-out. Chefs Patrick and Jasmin are doing a fantastic job bringing casual fine dining food to Winston-Salem. This is a hidden gem in downtown, go check them out today!
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Small place but lots of charm the food was delicious and filling the servers were very knowledgeable and helpful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything was absolutely
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My fiance and I went here for my birthday dinner, and we immediately felt the warm and relaxing atmosphere before we even stepped inside. The patio is nice and intimate for small groups or tables for 2, with plenty of heaters and even blankets available for cold nights! Our server, Bennett, was the BEST. We really enjoyed his positive attitude and you can tell he, as well as the rest of the staff, genuinely care about their work and the people that dine here. He was so friendly and really made my birthday dinner memorable and special. Chef even surprised us with a stunning amuse bouche and took time out of his busy evening to talk to us. We have had some not so great dining experiences lately in Winston, and this was such an incredible dinner from start to finish. The food was **chefs kiss*** so good. We are going to try and make this a regular spot for dinner and can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Al Pomodoro, Crab Dip
Great food, exceptional service, and an overall fantastic place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food and service!! Quaint and nice music playing. The ambience was incredible but the prime rib I had; u la la, tender enough to cut with a fork!