The uniqueness of Savor’s menu is what the Culinarily Institute dining experience is all about. The food is wonderful. The cooks, waiters and servers are in training, so one must be patient as they learn the business, to enjoy an incredible meal. An excellent experience for us.
Kim G.
Absolutely phenomenal. This was for our 12 year anniversary and I am so glad we picked it. The service was exceptional and the food was even better. My husbands steak literally melted in our mouths, the pork was just as good. The only thing we really didn't care for was the Mac and cheese but beyond that it was so worth the price.
Katie N.
This place is very small and intimate, which I see why reservations are highly recommended. I ate dinner here with some friends and we each did the 3 courses and shared all the bites with cocktails and wine. Overall, the food was very good! Some items were a miss on flavor (mashed potatoes, Mac n cheese, biscuits). Others were droll-worthy (fried chicken, steak and frites, potato toast). The food presentation was gorgeous, and the way they replaced the silverware each course made me feel like I was at a place I could not afford. It's very neat the whole concept of this restaurant being apart of the Culinary Institute. However, everyone is learning, so I am trying to be understanding. Our waiter was different. We asked for more time on the menu (we were a little chatty), and he rolled his eyes at us. I couldn't believe it! They serve the table all at once and clear plates once everyone is done at the table. Several times, my friend had her utensil in her hand and would be talking (and obviously still eating), and the waiter tried to clear the table. Multiple times she had to say "I'm still working on it". We felt rushed by him, but the gentleman overseeing the waitstaff was so so kind and did not make us feel that way. Overall, I think it's worth a try, understanding that people are learning, but they do need some work.
Danan R.
5 stars for the cuisine and 3 stars for the service - since this is a school, I will give more weighing to the cuisine. The menu is structured as a pre-fixe with a 4-course option at $46 with an app, 1st course, entrée, and dessert. I highly recommend going with the 4-course. Our server was nice but missed a couple of steps (ie. special occasion, bread) - however, he's a student so it is understandable. The food itself and ambiance is sublime - it is right by the Pearl District so offers plenty of drink and dessert options after! Some highlights: 1. Frutti di Mare salad - this was made with a mix of shellfish and nay beans in a light vinaigrette. Incredibly fresh and a great opening course. 2. Carpaccio - Perfectly thin and tender topped with an anchovy paste - the flavor and textures blend was superb. 3. Ribolatta - this was a lighter take on a Tuscan classic and was very savory and smooth. It's a comfort food and plays its role well. 4. Spaghettini - Perfectly al dente pasta with mussels in a savory and slightly spicy tomato-based light sauce. This was one of our favorite courses! 5. Cacio e pepe gnocchi - Pillow-y soft and creamy gnocchi. It's deceptively small and quite filling. I recommend asking for a touch of freshly grated Parmesan Reggiano. 6. Octopus - Very generous portion and perfectly roasted - the texture was perfectly tender with a touch of chewiness. Another highlight! 7. Culotte - Flavorful cap-end sirloin steak slices. The cut is similar to the picanha and the texture slightly on the tougher side. It was solid but didn't really stand out vs what we would get at any other venue. 8. Pork shank - Perfectly succulent shank with meat that fell off the bones in a savory yet light jus served over polenta. This was very solid and nice take on a classic. 9. Lemon panna cotta - this was "delightful" - perfectly light yet packed a creamy punch with a touch of citrus. The texture was perfection. Firm yet still elastic. 10. Crema Torta - This was a great light bundt cake with a pear compote and a creamy custard drizzle. A great blend of textures and flavors. 11. Fries - we added these and they came in a heaping tower! Definitely recommend as they are perfectly salted and crispy with an accompanying sriracha aioli dip.
Paula E.
Service was impeccable.! The food was over the top delicious!the salad was a perfect blend of sweet and savory, the pork rib with polenta creamy and delicious! The bread and olive oil was amazing! The maitre 'd, Fabian was warm, welcoming and ran the place effortlessly. Zachary our waiter was crisp, polite and accommodating. Annabelle also gave us a warm welcome. We will be back! Awesome experience!
Kathy P.
Savor has the most pleasant and knowledgeable sommelier I've had the pleasure of interacting with. All of the staff were extremely gracious and knowledgeable. Dinner was truly excellent.
MaDonna W.
This perfect culinary experience, CIA, ( Culinary Institute of America). In San Antonio Texas. Students showcase their talents as student chefs under the supervision of world class faculty. Located on the campus of CIA. at The Pearl. Open table Diners Choice Award 2022. And for good reason... The food is delectable ... We enjoyed the 4 course. Radicchio apple salad. Ricotta Gnocchi Culottes alla Fiorentina (beef, perfect dish) Chocolate tart & Lemon Panna Cotta Great experience over all.
Sascha Starr
amazingly delicious food as well as 5 star service
James Y.
This is the Culinary Institutes restaurant located in The Pearl. The surroundings are nice and it's a pleasant area to walk. It's chefs choice menu. There were 4 options on the menu and 4 of us so we ordered one of each item on all 4 courses and shared. Best octopus I've ever had! They went out of their way to make our stay pleasant. They didn't have a Smokey old fashion on the menu but my wife asked and they made it happen. This was our best experience all around while in San Antonio.
Cassandra P.
What an experience. A four course meal which at first sounds a bit intimidating considering "everything's bigger in Texas" so you imagine each course being enough to feed yourself twice over. It's actually perfect sizing, enough to entice, surprise and please. Orange-Fennel, delicious, mild on the savory, sweet with the orange, I've never had it with Orange so was a pleasant change. I didn't partake in the second course due to allergies but would have loved to have tried the spinach risotto. Shakshuka, wonderful, beautiful jben with stunning flavor from the ras el hanout! My friends LOVED the Olive Oil-Semonlina cake... for the fourth course the Torta Caprese...Lovely!
Had an amazing dinner at Savor last night! The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel special on my mom's birthday. Every dish we ate was amazing and topped the last. I can't wait to dine here again!
Theflipfloptraveler
We ate here for a date night. We made reservations in advance (highly recommended) as the place is small and seating is very limited. Arrived 15 minutes earlier and we were temporarily seated at the bar as they were still getting tables and staff organized. We were given complimentary drinks which was awesome. Fabian, the host, is absolutely incredible and we made sure everything was perfect. We opted for the four course menu. Each plate was plated beautifully. Lots of different and unique flavors in each dish. At the end of the meal, we were satisfied with what we ate. Overall, you can’t beat the service it’s literally among the best you’ll ever have in your life. You get to experience watching CIA students learn how to operate and cook in a fine dining setting. We learned so much just by being around and seeing how a fine dining restaurant is run which is one reason why you should come here because it’s truly an experience. Oh yeah, the food is pretty damn good too!
JeffB32
This was a highlight of our trip....so glad we chose to take the leap. First of all, we were 45 minutes early and they seated us right away. Next our service (Benito) was at our table immediately taking drink orders and offering suggestions and letting us know that he was there for whatever we needed. We chose the 3 course, but opted out of the appetizer and went with 2-4. Great choice. I had mussels, snapper and a chocolate torte (all three unbelievable). My wife went with saffron tomato rice balls, beef ribs and creme fritta (all delicious) - she also had the wine pairings with each course which were perfectly match with the food. Just wonderful. Would definitely do it again and we wish Benito all the luck in his future endeavors.
Amy Senia
My husband and I took our family here for our 10th anniversary and couldn’t have asked for a more wonderful experience. The staff was attentive and delightful. The food was inventive and absolutely delicious. Very reasonably priced multi-course meals and wine pairings. Can’t recommend highly enough!!
Sus Paul
This restaurant is fantastic. The service by far is some of the greatest I've ever had. And the staff was so friendly. I did the 4 course meal and it did not disappoint. Everything was perfect and flavorful. I highly recommend trying them out.
The uniqueness of Savor’s menu is what the Culinarily Institute dining experience is all about. The food is wonderful. The cooks, waiters and servers are in training, so one must be patient as they learn the business, to enjoy an incredible meal. An excellent experience for us.
Absolutely phenomenal. This was for our 12 year anniversary and I am so glad we picked it. The service was exceptional and the food was even better. My husbands steak literally melted in our mouths, the pork was just as good. The only thing we really didn't care for was the Mac and cheese but beyond that it was so worth the price.
This place is very small and intimate, which I see why reservations are highly recommended. I ate dinner here with some friends and we each did the 3 courses and shared all the bites with cocktails and wine. Overall, the food was very good! Some items were a miss on flavor (mashed potatoes, Mac n cheese, biscuits). Others were droll-worthy (fried chicken, steak and frites, potato toast). The food presentation was gorgeous, and the way they replaced the silverware each course made me feel like I was at a place I could not afford. It's very neat the whole concept of this restaurant being apart of the Culinary Institute. However, everyone is learning, so I am trying to be understanding. Our waiter was different. We asked for more time on the menu (we were a little chatty), and he rolled his eyes at us. I couldn't believe it! They serve the table all at once and clear plates once everyone is done at the table. Several times, my friend had her utensil in her hand and would be talking (and obviously still eating), and the waiter tried to clear the table. Multiple times she had to say "I'm still working on it". We felt rushed by him, but the gentleman overseeing the waitstaff was so so kind and did not make us feel that way. Overall, I think it's worth a try, understanding that people are learning, but they do need some work.
5 stars for the cuisine and 3 stars for the service - since this is a school, I will give more weighing to the cuisine. The menu is structured as a pre-fixe with a 4-course option at $46 with an app, 1st course, entrée, and dessert. I highly recommend going with the 4-course. Our server was nice but missed a couple of steps (ie. special occasion, bread) - however, he's a student so it is understandable. The food itself and ambiance is sublime - it is right by the Pearl District so offers plenty of drink and dessert options after! Some highlights: 1. Frutti di Mare salad - this was made with a mix of shellfish and nay beans in a light vinaigrette. Incredibly fresh and a great opening course. 2. Carpaccio - Perfectly thin and tender topped with an anchovy paste - the flavor and textures blend was superb. 3. Ribolatta - this was a lighter take on a Tuscan classic and was very savory and smooth. It's a comfort food and plays its role well. 4. Spaghettini - Perfectly al dente pasta with mussels in a savory and slightly spicy tomato-based light sauce. This was one of our favorite courses! 5. Cacio e pepe gnocchi - Pillow-y soft and creamy gnocchi. It's deceptively small and quite filling. I recommend asking for a touch of freshly grated Parmesan Reggiano. 6. Octopus - Very generous portion and perfectly roasted - the texture was perfectly tender with a touch of chewiness. Another highlight! 7. Culotte - Flavorful cap-end sirloin steak slices. The cut is similar to the picanha and the texture slightly on the tougher side. It was solid but didn't really stand out vs what we would get at any other venue. 8. Pork shank - Perfectly succulent shank with meat that fell off the bones in a savory yet light jus served over polenta. This was very solid and nice take on a classic. 9. Lemon panna cotta - this was "delightful" - perfectly light yet packed a creamy punch with a touch of citrus. The texture was perfection. Firm yet still elastic. 10. Crema Torta - This was a great light bundt cake with a pear compote and a creamy custard drizzle. A great blend of textures and flavors. 11. Fries - we added these and they came in a heaping tower! Definitely recommend as they are perfectly salted and crispy with an accompanying sriracha aioli dip.
Service was impeccable.! The food was over the top delicious!the salad was a perfect blend of sweet and savory, the pork rib with polenta creamy and delicious! The bread and olive oil was amazing! The maitre 'd, Fabian was warm, welcoming and ran the place effortlessly. Zachary our waiter was crisp, polite and accommodating. Annabelle also gave us a warm welcome. We will be back! Awesome experience!
Savor has the most pleasant and knowledgeable sommelier I've had the pleasure of interacting with. All of the staff were extremely gracious and knowledgeable. Dinner was truly excellent.
This perfect culinary experience, CIA, ( Culinary Institute of America). In San Antonio Texas. Students showcase their talents as student chefs under the supervision of world class faculty. Located on the campus of CIA. at The Pearl. Open table Diners Choice Award 2022. And for good reason... The food is delectable ... We enjoyed the 4 course. Radicchio apple salad. Ricotta Gnocchi Culottes alla Fiorentina (beef, perfect dish) Chocolate tart & Lemon Panna Cotta Great experience over all.
amazingly delicious food as well as 5 star service
This is the Culinary Institutes restaurant located in The Pearl. The surroundings are nice and it's a pleasant area to walk. It's chefs choice menu. There were 4 options on the menu and 4 of us so we ordered one of each item on all 4 courses and shared. Best octopus I've ever had! They went out of their way to make our stay pleasant. They didn't have a Smokey old fashion on the menu but my wife asked and they made it happen. This was our best experience all around while in San Antonio.
What an experience. A four course meal which at first sounds a bit intimidating considering "everything's bigger in Texas" so you imagine each course being enough to feed yourself twice over. It's actually perfect sizing, enough to entice, surprise and please. Orange-Fennel, delicious, mild on the savory, sweet with the orange, I've never had it with Orange so was a pleasant change. I didn't partake in the second course due to allergies but would have loved to have tried the spinach risotto. Shakshuka, wonderful, beautiful jben with stunning flavor from the ras el hanout! My friends LOVED the Olive Oil-Semonlina cake... for the fourth course the Torta Caprese...Lovely!
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Had an amazing dinner at Savor last night! The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel special on my mom's birthday. Every dish we ate was amazing and topped the last. I can't wait to dine here again!
We ate here for a date night. We made reservations in advance (highly recommended) as the place is small and seating is very limited. Arrived 15 minutes earlier and we were temporarily seated at the bar as they were still getting tables and staff organized. We were given complimentary drinks which was awesome. Fabian, the host, is absolutely incredible and we made sure everything was perfect. We opted for the four course menu. Each plate was plated beautifully. Lots of different and unique flavors in each dish. At the end of the meal, we were satisfied with what we ate. Overall, you can’t beat the service it’s literally among the best you’ll ever have in your life. You get to experience watching CIA students learn how to operate and cook in a fine dining setting. We learned so much just by being around and seeing how a fine dining restaurant is run which is one reason why you should come here because it’s truly an experience. Oh yeah, the food is pretty damn good too!
This was a highlight of our trip....so glad we chose to take the leap. First of all, we were 45 minutes early and they seated us right away. Next our service (Benito) was at our table immediately taking drink orders and offering suggestions and letting us know that he was there for whatever we needed. We chose the 3 course, but opted out of the appetizer and went with 2-4. Great choice. I had mussels, snapper and a chocolate torte (all three unbelievable). My wife went with saffron tomato rice balls, beef ribs and creme fritta (all delicious) - she also had the wine pairings with each course which were perfectly match with the food. Just wonderful. Would definitely do it again and we wish Benito all the luck in his future endeavors.
My husband and I took our family here for our 10th anniversary and couldn’t have asked for a more wonderful experience. The staff was attentive and delightful. The food was inventive and absolutely delicious. Very reasonably priced multi-course meals and wine pairings. Can’t recommend highly enough!!
This restaurant is fantastic. The service by far is some of the greatest I've ever had. And the staff was so friendly. I did the 4 course meal and it did not disappoint. Everything was perfect and flavorful. I highly recommend trying them out.