Savor was our anniversary dinner choice and it far exceeded our expectations. Four delectable courses served, cooked, baked, presented, and supervised by every aspect of the culinary institute. These students are trained and expected to work every aspect of the restaurant experience, from your initial welcome at the door to serving your table and cooking each meal. They are trained and supervised by multiple mentors who are on site. Additionally, each and every person working carried them self with kindness and poise. A big shoutout to our server Shyanne. She's truly found comfort in working with the public and made our experience even more special.
Everything was intense! The food was very flavourful. The flavors punch you in the face whether you like it or not. The service was brilliant. the value is amazing for the quality of food and level of service you receive. It was an experience well worth it and a night that will be remembered. Keep in mind that this is not typical Texas fare that not all palettes will appreciate.
George Vallejo
Really loved this experience. The food was amazing and the portion sizes were plenty. Would highly recommend this restaurant. The wine pairings were spot on as
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
SusanA
This was a fantastic experience from start to finish. It made our San Antonio visit so special. The food was excellent, the service amazing and the wine pairing perfect. Would highly recommend.
Valerie Mann
Tonight was the first time we have ever been to Savor. Our server Clay was great. He was very attentive and very professional. He made the experience so worth the drive. The food was delicious. All in all we had a wonderful time. 5 Stars all around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic meal served by students who truly want to give you the best experience. All lead by an amazing chef who seems to be as equally dedicated to the guests as well as his students.
Michelle Hayes
This is a place that you can only dream of experiencing in a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Ellis
This is a gem for San Antonio. Wonderful, rotating menus. Great experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
CMDJ
Loved the food and service. The pulpo was totally delicious. Just one of the great items. The waiter was extremely attentive. He listened when we indicated what was great and what needed a little improvement. He took opportunities to upsell where appropriate. He asked about our overall experience. Without prompting he adjusted the bill for an item that was slightly overcooked. What a fabulous time. My only criticism (so small) was that maybe the ambiance might be a little more refined. We will visit again.
Robert Kokol
Food was thick with sauces and foods that simply aren't served in today's popular reataurants. Staff are the students but this is a chef issue. Students are in final semester of program. Check out menù online before you book. No tipping but 20% is charged for scholarships.
The CIA experience is predicated upon exploring new foods and ways of prep. This requires the wait staff to be knowledgeable and offer insight to the cuisine. Our waiter was timid and the experience suffered for a lack of information. The cuisine was interesting and offered choices for all. We may return, maybe not. FYI: The Napa CIA experience was far superior.
AmethystM
First experience here and it was well worth it! Our student server (forgot his name) was amazing! Everyone was so attentive and you were served like you were in a 5-star restaurant! We will definitely be back!
Beth Kokol
The staff and environment was wonderful. I really enjoyed getting to know all who served us. However I found the food to be very saucy and processed . I am not sure who sets the menus but I had hoped for more contemporary food. I ordered Cod thinking a nice piece of fish but that was not the case. It was served mashed up and served wrapped in a pepper with sauce. Lots of sauces and salty unfortunately on three courses. I was excepting contemporary and farm to table fresh. But the experience was very fun with wonderful wine pairing. I love my desert which was a cheese plate. My husbands salad was beautiful and very tasty as were the ribs. Wonderful people and service and I believe the students will be the cream of the crop when they come out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
DSergi
We frankly booked Savor by mistake and it was one of the best mistakes we've ever made in our dining experience. We consider ourselves foodies and are always searching for new experiences. Stumbling into this student lead restaurant we were blown away by the quality food, the sophistication of the service, and the overall dedication to find dining that we found The squid tapas had an underlying flavor that we find in Curry that made the dish. no one could identify with the spice was, but it was pure heaven. the shrimp appetizer was also amazing, and the hand chopped garlic was pungency strong but not overwhelming. I had the white bean clam and chorizo appetizer. The garlic tomato sauce was inspired and closed. Perfect. The garlic also made the dish. I really loved it. We also had the typical Spanish style croquette with a beautiful piece of Ibero ham. Drizzled with a delightful tomato based sauce. For my partner had the beef cheek, which had the wonderful consistency of tongue, but far more flavor. The potato loaf accompanied was quite nice. For mains I had the Stripped bass and it did not fail to please. It's sat on a bed of paella style rice. It was perfectly seasoned. The fish was flaky and delicate, the flavor of the garlic and tomatoes. Unfortunately, the dessert did not match the rest of the meal, but the wine pairings were great, except for a boytris style wine that had a pungent odor of hemp. All in all, this was a great meal, and a totally unexpected surprise.
Braniesha
Our waiter Benny and Chef Fabien were extremely helpful and informative of the menu and all around hospitable throughout our dining experience! All dishes that were recommended were unique and delicious! Would definitely recommend trying this place and supporting the culinary students!
Savor was our anniversary dinner choice and it far exceeded our expectations. Four delectable courses served, cooked, baked, presented, and supervised by every aspect of the culinary institute. These students are trained and expected to work every aspect of the restaurant experience, from your initial welcome at the door to serving your table and cooking each meal. They are trained and supervised by multiple mentors who are on site. Additionally, each and every person working carried them self with kindness and poise. A big shoutout to our server Shyanne. She's truly found comfort in working with the public and made our experience even more special.
Everything was intense! The food was very flavourful. The flavors punch you in the face whether you like it or not. The service was brilliant. the value is amazing for the quality of food and level of service you receive. It was an experience well worth it and a night that will be remembered. Keep in mind that this is not typical Texas fare that not all palettes will appreciate.
Really loved this experience. The food was amazing and the portion sizes were plenty. Would highly recommend this restaurant. The wine pairings were spot on as
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was a fantastic experience from start to finish. It made our San Antonio visit so special. The food was excellent, the service amazing and the wine pairing perfect. Would highly recommend.
Tonight was the first time we have ever been to Savor. Our server Clay was great. He was very attentive and very professional. He made the experience so worth the drive. The food was delicious. All in all we had a wonderful time. 5 Stars all around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic meal served by students who truly want to give you the best experience. All lead by an amazing chef who seems to be as equally dedicated to the guests as well as his students.
This is a place that you can only dream of experiencing in a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a gem for San Antonio. Wonderful, rotating menus. Great experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved the food and service. The pulpo was totally delicious. Just one of the great items. The waiter was extremely attentive. He listened when we indicated what was great and what needed a little improvement. He took opportunities to upsell where appropriate. He asked about our overall experience. Without prompting he adjusted the bill for an item that was slightly overcooked. What a fabulous time. My only criticism (so small) was that maybe the ambiance might be a little more refined. We will visit again.
Food was thick with sauces and foods that simply aren't served in today's popular reataurants. Staff are the students but this is a chef issue. Students are in final semester of program. Check out menù online before you book. No tipping but 20% is charged for scholarships.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
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The CIA experience is predicated upon exploring new foods and ways of prep. This requires the wait staff to be knowledgeable and offer insight to the cuisine. Our waiter was timid and the experience suffered for a lack of information. The cuisine was interesting and offered choices for all. We may return, maybe not. FYI: The Napa CIA experience was far superior.
First experience here and it was well worth it! Our student server (forgot his name) was amazing! Everyone was so attentive and you were served like you were in a 5-star restaurant! We will definitely be back!
The staff and environment was wonderful. I really enjoyed getting to know all who served us. However I found the food to be very saucy and processed . I am not sure who sets the menus but I had hoped for more contemporary food. I ordered Cod thinking a nice piece of fish but that was not the case. It was served mashed up and served wrapped in a pepper with sauce. Lots of sauces and salty unfortunately on three courses. I was excepting contemporary and farm to table fresh. But the experience was very fun with wonderful wine pairing. I love my desert which was a cheese plate. My husbands salad was beautiful and very tasty as were the ribs. Wonderful people and service and I believe the students will be the cream of the crop when they come out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
We frankly booked Savor by mistake and it was one of the best mistakes we've ever made in our dining experience. We consider ourselves foodies and are always searching for new experiences. Stumbling into this student lead restaurant we were blown away by the quality food, the sophistication of the service, and the overall dedication to find dining that we found The squid tapas had an underlying flavor that we find in Curry that made the dish. no one could identify with the spice was, but it was pure heaven. the shrimp appetizer was also amazing, and the hand chopped garlic was pungency strong but not overwhelming. I had the white bean clam and chorizo appetizer. The garlic tomato sauce was inspired and closed. Perfect. The garlic also made the dish. I really loved it. We also had the typical Spanish style croquette with a beautiful piece of Ibero ham. Drizzled with a delightful tomato based sauce. For my partner had the beef cheek, which had the wonderful consistency of tongue, but far more flavor. The potato loaf accompanied was quite nice. For mains I had the Stripped bass and it did not fail to please. It's sat on a bed of paella style rice. It was perfectly seasoned. The fish was flaky and delicate, the flavor of the garlic and tomatoes. Unfortunately, the dessert did not match the rest of the meal, but the wine pairings were great, except for a boytris style wine that had a pungent odor of hemp. All in all, this was a great meal, and a totally unexpected surprise.
Our waiter Benny and Chef Fabien were extremely helpful and informative of the menu and all around hospitable throughout our dining experience! All dishes that were recommended were unique and delicious! Would definitely recommend trying this place and supporting the culinary students!