Noble Fare

Fine dining restaurant · Savannah

Noble Fare

Fine dining restaurant · Savannah

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321 Jefferson St, Savannah, GA 31401

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Sophisticated New American dishes, wine & cocktails offered  

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321 Jefferson St, Savannah, GA 31401 Get directions

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The Best Savannah, Georgia, Restaurants | Eater Carolinas

"Noble Fare, a darling among legacy Savannahians, is too often overlooked by interlopers. For special occasions, you can’t beat sitting in this small, chandelier-lit locale enjoying outsized Southern portions of scallops, venison tenderloin, and seasonal surprises. Owner and chef Patrick McNamara handpicks all fresh, local ingredients, whose passion for Lowcountry cuisine unfolds on the plate with every bite." - Kiki Dy

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13 Best Restaurants in Savannah

"Come for the tasting menu; stay for the atmosphere. Noble Fare is intimate and off the beaten path in lives in a nondescript brick building with dramatic red drapes. Husband-and-wife owners Patrick and Jenny McNamara turn local ingredients into an ever-changing menu that might include, say, duck or filet mignon. The seven-course tasting with pairings is perfect for celebratory meals. Attentive and eager to please, servers here are pros when it comes to food, wine, and hospitality." - Barbara Skidmore

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Jennifer Robins

Google
Wow! My husband made reservations here and I am so glad he did! It is a quaint and romantic setting, our server was fantastic, our cocktails were phenomenal, the food was absolutely eloquent. Our appetizers were wonderful. We had the scallops and braised beef for our main course and they were beautifully plated and perfectly prepared. We indulged in French press espresso (amazing!!) and triple chocolate cake (wow!). My husband is a Globally Certified Master Chef with extremely high standards and we will be back when in Savannah again. We highly recommend Noble Fare.

Nicholas Headley

Google
We celebrated our 17th wedding anniversary at Noble Fare and were truly impressed. The ambiance was intimate and elegant, and the service was top-tier—especially from Emma, who made our evening feel personal and memorable. The braised beef short rib was rich and perfectly tender, while the coffee-rubbed pork tenderloin offered a deliciously unique flavor. We left feeling genuinely satisfied and appreciated. Highly recommend for anyone looking to mark a special occasion in style.

Roy W.W.

Google
I rounded up to a five, but my steak was supposed to be medium (because this was the first time eating here) and it had to go back as it was just seared on the outside with a cold uncooked center. They fixed it and it was very good so I was happy. Not sure how that happened. Service and atmosphere were both great and we did like the extras our server did for our 30th anniversary. It's a neat place with a historical look and great service.

Karine

Google
Expensive but so worth it… Us locals know it’s one of those Savannah restaurants that actually make really good food without the touristy hype aspects. Great service too! No parking around since it is located in Savannah’s Historic South District, but there are several parking garages nearby.

GM Tech Guy (GM Tech Guy)

Google
Great food, Great Service!! We enjoyed our anniversary together at this restaurant on New Years Eve. The food and service were first class. The food was excellent. Very clear it was prepared by a great chef.

Ted Willis

Google
First and foremost, our server Jasmine was great. She seated us in the main dining room and provided great service all night. Only real miss of the night was on cocktails. The Makers and Ginger for my GF was fine but I ordered one of their gin specialty cocktails with tonic, cranberry and rosemary and I think they forgot to add something as it was the most bitter drink I've ever tasted. After notifying Jasmine they quickly added some simple syrup and that improved it tremendously. The bread and accompanying oil, butter and pesto is delicious. We ordered the tuna tartare as an appetizer to split which was good but not exceptional. I think a little more salt/seasoning would improve. And the huge curved plantain chip that came with it was visually awesome but did not quite work with the delicate tuna. Maybe something more savory and delicate. We actually used the leftover bread as a vessel instead. For entrees, we had the red fish special and scallops. Both of which were prepared expertly and we ate every morsel. Red fish is not something that familiar to me, a white salt water fish not flaky but more savory, and so delicious with the ver blanc sauce. The bordeaux wine we selected paired great and the wine list looked well curated. But the atmosphere and service ruled the night.

KeyCity Productions

Google
It's my birthday weekend and it's off to a great start with dinner at Noble Fare! Our waiter Scott was absolutely amazing!! The food and atmosphere matched his service. The presentation of the food was top notch, the food was filling but not heavy and we loved that, & it was just enough. I wanted a mocktail but didn't really know what to order so I told Scott to surprise me and it hit 10 out of 10. Compliments to the chef, bartender, & Scott! They did a fantastic job. You've got to visit. You cannot go home and not stop here. Make reservations and be amazed 🧡🧡🧡.

Matt Edwards

Google
The food was excellent as well as the service! The filet mignon had great flavor. The divers scallops were unlike anything we have had before and were also spectacular. The grilled romaine salad was very good. For desert we had the caramel cheese cake and it was amazing. Highly recommend.
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Anastasia W.

Yelp
For dinner, I finally made it to Noble Fare, and wow... what a charming fine‑dining gem tucked away in Savannah's Historic District! This intimate restaurant, with only about 38 seats on the main floor, is beautifully designed with a cozy black‑and‑white interior, fuchsia drapes, and sparkling chandeliers--perfect for date nights or special celebrations. I started with the Limoncello Spritz, which was the perfect drink! My date ordered the Southern Smash, and it was just as delicious. For starters, we both had the wedge salad, and don't even get me started on their house bread... I was this close to canceling my main dish and just eating the bread--it's that good! But I'm so glad I didn't because my 1/2 Lobster Thermidor was absolutely mouthwatering. My date's rainbow trout was equally amazing. Everything about this restaurant was perfect, and I can't believe it took me this long to try it! I'm already dreaming about going back.
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Joe L.

Yelp
I travel frequently and use Yelp to help decide on dining choices, and like to think that I am skilled at deciphering the reviews on Yelp. We used those skills today to select Noble Fare. We made an early rez and showed up even earlier. We were graciously seated, and Allison professionally and courteously took us through the menu and how the chef preferred to take orders. After cocktails we selected a cheese plate and wine. The bread course came out first. Fresh and perfectly salted along with a very nice pesto, evoo/balamic, butter accompaniment. The better half selected short rib and I went with the brand new venison special. Pay attention; this (the venison) is a Top 10 all time entree. I asked about the lean nature and Allison shared that chef mixes pork belly into the accompanying sweet potato hash to accommodate. It works. Slap your grandma good. Drinks, apps, entrees just under $100pp. Will def come and try whatever this chef is excited to present. Thanks Allison and thanks Chef.
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Andy V.

Yelp
Loved the ambience here - a small dining room with an intimate bar. The wait staff was excellent, constantly refilling drinks and replacing silverware and folding napkins. Towards the end of the evening we informed our waiter that we all wanted to split up one of the party member's checks because it was his bachelor party weekend. The waiter said he could easily do that and he went as far as to give us a round of some limoncello/lemondrop shots that were sweet and sour and really meant a lot to the group. The food was absolutely delicious. I love a smaller, focused menu where the chef can really shine. I had one of the specials (all of which sounded amazing). The veal chop was seared perfectly, great crust, really good seasoning with a savory, slightly sweet au jus, and a perfect medium rare cook through the middle. The whipped potatoes and French green beans were good but I wish I had more in comparison to the large chop. The mushroom bisque starter was fine but I think there could be a little more flavor. The desserts were excellent as well. I had the crème brûlée which was one of the best I've ever had. The coffee was a great end to the night, and I loved the presentation of the waiter pushing the plunger on the French press, showing how freshly made it was. The one thing that our entire party was pretty consistent on was that the drinks were a little lacking. They were reasonably priced, $12-$13 cocktails, but they left a little to be desired. Overall, cannot recommend this place enough! Listen to your waiter and lean into the specials.

Dawn P.

Yelp
Our experience at Noble Fare was delightful. The service was spot on,not too fast or too slow. Jodi was courteous and attentive. The food was fabulous. We chose the chef's tasting menu and were not disappointed! Will definitely return when we visit Savannah again.
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John N.

Yelp
A lovely, small restaurant in a residential area. The food and service were truly outstanding. A great place for a romantic dinner.

Heather S.

Yelp
The food is as beautiful as it is delicious. The service was fantastic, attentive but also left you alone to enjoy your dinner. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, Small and intimate. It's a little off the beaten path but there is a public parking garage across the street. I would definitely recommend.

Frankie E.

Yelp
Emma was our server -- she did a great job. The food was delicious. Beautiful decor. We had the Salmon and Duck. as Entrees and loved desert and starters -- Highly recommend.
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Harry G.

Yelp
Have upgraded my review from a 4 to a 5. They truly shown last night at their valentines dinner. If you're looking for a date location in Savannah this is the one to go too. The dining is intimate, the decor is pleasant to the eye, and the music is low enough for conversation but not so low that you're involved in your neighbors conversations. We had Jasmine as our server and she was excellent. She had a great demeanor and was very helpful with the entire meal, never rushing us and truly allows the prix fixe menu schedule to just flow. The menu was a very good representation of their chefs abilities and the filet Mignon was some of the best I've had in a while. If you want a nice romantic spot to dine, this is the one.
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M K J.

Yelp
This is where you take Grandma out for dinner in Savannah on a special occasion. Food was bland across the board. Not even salted enough. Noticed the only younger people there were with at least one senior. Not saying anything against seniors, as I'm getting close myself, but this place harkened back to the Seventies in terms of flavor.
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Dave M.

Yelp
While one of the more expensive restaurants in Savannah, this French/new American restaurant has a number of things to recommend it. But first, I'd like to clear the air on some negative reviews about staff... that was not our experience at all. We found them charming. I believe that the restaurant is a bit more formal then is typical in the US, and that this slightly more "European styled formality" is at least part of what's being interpreted negatively... but I don't think this is a real thing... or perhaps there is a tough staff member we didn't interact with... That's possible. Now, I'd d like to deal with the only thing on the menu we disliked... the tuna tartare appetizer. It's an anemic dish, lacking flavor, being priced on the expensive side, and unjustifiably so! Plainly put, it's just not a good dish. I would actually encourage the restaurant to pull it. What I did like was everything else we ordered! The sheet crab bisque was lovely, the bone in veal chop was amazingly well executed, the venison was delicious (and over Swiss cheese scalloped potatoes...which frankly was one of my favorite things in the entire meal. If I were a Savannah local, I would try to get permission from the restaurant to come, sit at their bar, And eat a salad and scallop potatoes with some bread and a bottle of wine... Heaven. From a spice profile, the duck (a local favorite, and very good) and the veal were actually Culinary cousins in that the kitchen used star anise in both dishes... And while the spice profile was more than I was expecting in both dishes, they were executed so well with such amazing sauces... I can't help but be nostalgic for them. My eight-year-old's pasta was the only thing I didn't get to try, because she was across the table from me and because she was defending it with sharp elbows. She loved it. My oldest son got the strip steak and that was also good, though I do think dry, aging and finishing in butter is my favorite approach ... the final dish was still nice... and my son enjoyed it. The restaurant itself is the personification of what all Americans think a French restaurant should look like (no French restaurant actually looks like this of course). Pretty, very French, a touch bourgeois and over the top. I think this is a completely fine place for a business or a family meal, but the decor feels like the restaurant is celebrating...so I think it would lend itself well to "events" like date nights, anniversaries, etc. We didn't order dessert there, because like so many tourists we were off to Leopold's for ice cream... (oh the painful line)... While there were a number of restaurants I liked in Savannah, this was easily mine and my family's favorite. If you were spending a long weekend in Savannah, I would suggest one night at the olde pink house, and one night at Noble Fare... When we're back in Savannah... We will be back to Noble fare.
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Leonard G.

Yelp
One of the most romantic restaurants in all of Savannah. Food was five stars as was service. The house itself was from 1870s, or so. So there is a lot of history in there. I had diver scallops which were cooked to perfection. Very happy with everything there. Definitely a date place for couples.
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Marianne G.

Yelp
Ray was a great server. We have wait ed 3 years to come here to have this Bowl o' Soul. Sooooo good! Amazing blend of flavors and textures! We try to stop here every time we travel the east coast. Definitely need to come here!

Carol Ann O.

Yelp
My husband and I just had a wonderful dinner at Noble Fare. Our server, Scott was very attentive. I had salmon and my husband had braised short ribs. Presentation was superb. The food was hot and very tasty. Atmosphere, cozy yet elegant.
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Renee H.

Yelp
Noble Fare is a restaurant that continues to impress me. The owners are a local husband and wife duo. It has wonderful food, drinks, staff, and atmosphere. It is located on Jefferson street. The Liberty Street parking garage is in front of it. This is convenient for parking if you would like. But of course you can park on the street too. The restaurant is in a lovely two story home. There is seating upstairs, downstairs, and a few seats outside as well. Bathrooms are on each floor. Upon entering you are greeted with the host/hostess area so you will not need to wonder where to go. The tables are set with classic white linens and silverware. There are small fresh flowers on the tables for a delicate touch. The colors of the restaurant are black and white with fuchsia accents. You will see those colors throughout the entire space. I highly recommend a reservation. It is easy to book on their website. You will be required to give a card to hold your table. Do not worry, you will not be charged for this. It is to make sure you show up or cancel your reservation within the time allotted. I also recommend sitting upstairs. It has more space and is quieter. You feel less like you are in a crowded restaurant upstairs. But fair warning it is a tall staircase. And there is no elevator. You will have to walk up and back down the steps on your own. The staff is knowledgeable about the menu. If you have questions or want to know about a pairing ask your server. They will most likely will have a good suggestion for you. The food is excellent! The menu changes seasonally. But there are a few items on the menu that are classics that you will always find. We started the evening with a cocktail each. I got the Southern Mule. It is a play on the Moscow Mule, it has bourbon and blood orange in it. My husband had the Smoke & Mirrors. I am not a fan of mezcal so I did not taste his. The drink was lovely to look at though. And he very much enjoyed it. I love their soup(bisque). The evening we dined it was a wild mushroom, with a large well seasoned crouton, truffle oil, and fresh parsley. It was creamy and delicious. For my second course I had the ahi tuna tartar. It had a pineapple relish and curry oil. The dish was in a word yum! I had a scoop of the evening's risotto which was spinach. And I felt like a classic so I had crème brûlée for dessert. It was perfection. My husband enjoyed his baby wedge salad. It was another classic done extremely well. His main was the duck duck no goose. It is comprised of pan seared duck, duck jus risotto, wilted spinach, and a star anise syrup. It was a beautiful plate of food. And he enjoyed eating every bit of it. If you are looking for a date night or romantic restaurant Noble Fare fits the bill! Or if you want a fantastic meal with wonderful service give it a try. We enjoyed our experience with them.
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Frank H.

Yelp
This is the finest dining that Savannah has to offer, bar none. The wild mushroom bisque is extraordinary. The mixed drinks are strong and wonderfully presented. The swordfish was exceptional.
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Eve E.

Yelp
Delicious food, beautiful and tasty (not too sweet) cocktails, friendly server, and pleasant atmosphere.
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Brian H.

Yelp
My wife and I were in Savannah for NYE and lucked out with a reservation for Noble Fare. It was fantastic. Service, food and ambiance were top shelf.
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Jim L.

Yelp
As close to a perfect experience as we've had in a long time. Arrived for a 6:30pm reservation and were seated a very nice window table. Rocky, our server, was extremely professional, friendly, and attentive. The ambiance was warm and low noise. Wine by the glass pricing actually makes sense here. Great selections. The food! We enjoyed starters of fresh ciabatta bread with dipping selections as well as the mushroom bisque. Amazing! For entrée we had two specials. 14oz Veal chop with potatoes, green beans, and mushrooms. Cooked medium rare and seasoned perfectly. We also had the swordfish and crab risotto. Swordfish was grilled, and then lighty oven poached, which gave it a meaty consistency as opposed to flaky. Nice touch. It was perfectly seasoned and went well with the crab risotto and green beans. Dessert was equally amazing with limoncello cake as well as a Tiramisu. Combined with a fresh pressed espresso, it was fantastic. Prices are also very reasonable compared to some of the more tourist accessible high-end choices in Savannah. We WILL be back! Ask for Rocky
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Megha U.

Yelp
I really wanted to like this place. Everything is under seasoned. Not just for me, the whole table complained about this. Did the chef forget salt? Despite mentioning they have veggie options, not a single on menu. When I inquired they said they make risotto with "left over scraps" of vegetables wow! The saving grace was the creme brûlée. Very expensive for food that has zero salt.

Dennis M.

Yelp
Noble Fare was on the same block as our hotel so we decided to give it a shot. This cute bistro has warm ambiance and excellent service. We had the diver scallops and NY striptease, both of which were well prepared though we found each to be needlessly overwhelmed by the heavy sauces - a balsamic reduction on the scallops and a veal glaze on the steak. That said, it was still a wonderful dining experience.
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Kathy H.

Yelp
My husband and I went to Noble Fare for our anniversary this last week and we both agreed that this is now our favorite restaurant in Savannah. The Brie appetizer in puff pastry was outstanding, the drinks were larger than most places and they did not short on the vodka. Our waiter Ben was knowledgeable and gave great recommendations when asked. My salmon was cooked perfectly and my husband even stated that his steak was the most perfectly seasoned and cooked steak he's ever eaten. We usually skip dessert but shared the lemoncello cake. It was amazing! We will definitely go back and when friends come to town we will definitely know where to take them!
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Christine A.

Yelp
Had such a lovely anniversary at Noble Fare. Jordan provided excellent service. The filet was perfectly prepared, the bottle of Bordeaux was perfect and the ambience was perfect. I highly recommend this romantic place. Also, I would like to say how much I applaud the no cell phone policy. I'm so unbelievably sick of listening to FaceTime conversations in restaurants when I'm trying to enjoy the actual person in front of me. I give Noble Fare 6 stars for this. It lended to a very intimate and romantic dinner date with my hubby.
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Ashley S.

Yelp
My husband booked Valentine's Dinner here. They had a 6 course dinner for the evening. It was $89 per person and the gratuity was already included in the check. The restaurant was very cute. There is a parking garage across the street and limited street parking. We were seated upstairs, which was way less crowded and more spaced out than the downstairs dining area. We tried a couple of their Valentines cocktails, but were disappointed their bubble machine was down for their signature smoke bubble cocktails. My cocktail has a flower frozen in the ice cube. My husband got these neat drink spheres they presented in a box. He also loved their old fashioned . There were a few flaws, that keep me from giving them 5 stars. The linens on the table were wrinkled. I enjoyed the food, with the exception of the weird crab cake thing they put on top of the steak. It was over cooked and just not fresh tasting. The dessert (tiramisu) was dried out of the edges. I wasn't a fan of the tiramisu. I thought it was adorable they gave us mini champagne bottles as a parting gift and thank you for supporting local. I would definitely come back. I just think they need to fix a couple things.
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Nicholas E.

Yelp
I did electrical work at the owners house and restaurant, I have eaten there just yet but based on the couple that owns it, I would check it out. Very nice people.
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Colleen C.

Yelp
Enjoyed excellent services and delicious Food many times. Quiet dining and charming atmosphere.
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Amy A.

Yelp
We had a glorious meal here. Decor and ambiance set the tone for a night of pampering and the food does the rest. Scallops were incredibly fresh and perfectly seasoned.

Cliff S.

Yelp
Wonderful food, elegant cozy ambience. Impeccable service from Luiz Santos. Highly recommend Noble Fare. I enjoyed she-crab soup, tomato basil mozzarella, duck. Partner enjoyed salad and swordfish.

Claudia V.

Yelp
Stopped in Savannah for just a few nights and so happy we included Noble Fare in our plans! The staff was exceptional. Jordan our waitress made the night! Such an intimate dining experience. Would recommend for a memorable date night!
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Jared P.

Yelp
Phenomenal dining experience even with our small children. Unique dishes using local ingredients and a very friendly and hospitable staff. If we were Savannah locals we would certainly return!
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Jessica S.

Yelp
I've been living in Savannah for 12-years and I am so sad to say up until last night I had never dined at Noble Fare! I have no idea who the wizard behind the curtain is nor what kind of magic is happening in that kitchen ... Best meal I've had in Savannah ... possibly ever. Bravo!!!
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Brandon F.

Yelp
Great service, wonderful atmosphere, and amazing food! This is by far one of my favorites in Savannah. A more subdued vibe allows for a great date night. Wonderful wine menu and great seafood dishes!

Voiceof R.

Yelp
Just dined there tonight. Perfect food, perfect presentation, perfect cocktails, perfect service. Other than that just OK. Seriously, everything was spot on. Highly recommend this place. They take pride in their work and it shows.
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Janelle B.

Yelp
This hidden gem did not disappoint! Has a comforting and classy feel and the look of a cute, boutique restaurant. I had the Catch of the day swordfish with crab risotto and green beans, my fiancé had the short rib and mashed potatoes. The sword fish was very moist and not too tough, the sauce drizzled over the swordfish was the STAR of the show, it brought the whole dish together creating harmonious bites of goodness; along with the fresh and crunchy green beans. The short rib was amazing!! The flavors were bold and the meat was insanely tender. I can't wait to come back and try other menu items!
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Kristi C.

Yelp
Went to this restaurant tonight for dinner. Such a good atmosphere and the service was really great. I had the scallops and while I will say they were amazing, there were four small scallops (which were great and honestly all I would have eaten anyway) but the price was $32. Overall a good experience and would try again
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Chefjimi P.

Yelp
THE place to eat for all around superb food and service. Had a choice of three spots for birthday dinner, had never tried this spot. Was not disappointed. Small, intimate space with adequate seating as each table seemed to be a separate island of culinary delights. I eat a lot of salmon and usually do not order it out, but went with the Salmon special and they knocked it outta the park. Also had grilled romaine salad and enjoyed that. Service was beyond exceptional, ours was knowledgeable and professional. His wine suggestion was a thing of beauty. Find thus spot, settle in for a grand dinner and thank me later.
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Brooke P.

Yelp
Omg my parents went here to celebrate their anniversary. My father ordered the filet steak and he was in heaven. He never had a steak melt and taste so good! My mother had scallops and she isn't a seafood person but tried it and liked it too. She also had a lavender drink and it had a bubble on it and was a unique drink. They were so nice they even gave her two champagne drinks. She doesn't have yelp so I told her I would write a review since they couldn't stop talking about the restaurant. I usually don't give 5/5 but they deserve it for making my parents feel special and having no complaints about the food and service so 5/5 100%!!!!!!! You must go here we will be going back next time we visit!!!!
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Anna M.

Yelp
Omg this place is so amazing . We saw it on the way to the hotel and we decided to try . It is hidden on a small street so probably hard to see for most of the tourists but it somehow fought my attention with the beautiful exterior & interior . The food was Devine & the service was great . We had a cheese platter , lamb chops ( probably the most tender and flavorful pork chops in my life ) & the scallops which were seared to perfection. Overall we were extremely happen with our dinner !
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Seth B.

Yelp
3.5 stars: Disclaimer: Went for NYE so menu was prefix 4 stars for the food, 3 stars for management of service. So in consideration of COVID, half of our Savannah experience has been responsible, half has been disappointing. But we have not seen any enforcement of mask wearing, let alone spacing dining rooms - it's clearly just about money regardless of safety. No kitchen staff that I saw had masks on, not even their chin. SERVICE: We had a rez for 9:30 and were told they were still waiting for the 7pm diners to finish and "I don't know how long to tell you..." was what we were told. IF YOU REQUIRE A CREDIT CARD FOR A REZ, honor it and manage your service. Especially with COVID, you shouldn't encourage loitering. Put a damn time limit in place, 2 hours is more than enough for a prefix service if you know what you're doing. 90 minutes is most common. We were seated at 9:55. FOOD: The food was fairly tasty. A nice bite to start and the fresh bread was seasoned very well. Great start. The shrimp and crab cocktail was decent. Shrimp were a bit over but solid starter. The spinach and mushroom salad was also pretty good, a bit salty, could use a touch more balsamic to balance and I think portobellos might hold up against the spinach better but I certainly finished mine. The sorbet was not good. Dragon fruit has no flavor and serving an "intermezzo" with no flavor, let alone acid, doesn't serve much purpose. The main was surf and turf. The filet was good. The surf was potatoes infused with lobster. Clever but a little overbearingly fishy. I think small pieces of lobster with more garlic or even horseradish in the potatoes would have worked well and been a bit more luxurious at the same time. The carrots and haricot verts provided useful texture but not much else. The pan sauce, syrup, and I believe there was a little carrot purée, played well. In order to make it to ring in the new year we took dessert to go (remember our REZ was supposed to be at 9:30.). That and the dining room had the ambiance of an Applebee's at happy hour thanks to a table of drunks behind us. A time limit would help with this too. It was good, but no where near $125 a plate good. But we clearly aren't the target market either. God bless and happy 2021! Cheers!
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Jay D.

Yelp
Wonderful experience and love the location- a street over from the crowds. Every table appeared to be spoken for when we went for our anniversary. Dinner and wine selection were wonderful. Can't wait to return!

Matthew S.

Yelp
I would like to preface this by saying my experience at this retaurant is why I made a yelp account. I was genuinely excited to have my meal here as Noble Fare seemed to be a very high quality restaurant from all the reviews I had read and what I had seen of their menu online. Unfortunately my meal was very underwhelming. I don't drink so I can't speak to any of the drinks, but if the food and drinks have any correlation I wouldn't bother. Service was ok and waitstaff knew the menu and told us about their specials and seasonal menu items. When we entered the ambiance seemed pretty nice, albeit a bit too dim for my liking. They asked for no phones in the dining room so I was looking forward to a nice meal, but when the party of 8 across the restaurant finished their second round of drinks the whole restaurant was about as loud as your average bar or pub. We were told the complimentary bread was a fresh ciabatta, and while it looked like a really nice ciabatta, it was lukewarm and felt stale. It came with a small dish which had an underwhelming pistachio pesto, an oddly sweet oil and balsamic viniagrette, and the standard butter. We started our meal with the tuna tartare and tuna carpaccio as appetizers. Tuna tartare was ok, but the tuna carpaccio was very bland aside from the pickled vegetables. For my main course I had the catch of the day which was swordfish which they paired with a saffron risotto and some harricot verts. The swordfish came out surprisingly thin, but plated well. On first bite I realized it was overcooked and served with skin on the edge. I am not sure I have ever seen swordfish served as anything besides a steak so this was very new to me. My risotto had a cold spot in the middle and I think I only got 4 beans. I was very disappointed at this point as were the other 3 in my party. We ordered dessert in an attempt to redeem the meals for ourselves and the sorbet, chocolate cake, tiramisu, and cheesecake were all just ok. Overall I would say that the quality of the food didn't justify the portions or prices they were at. My experience here was very disappointing considering how well rated the restaurant was. If you are looking for a nice night out with good food I would recommend looking somewhere else.
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Rob W.

Yelp
We stumbled in accidentally, just opportunistically on Open Table reservations. Definitely worth the stop. Just off the typical Savannah beaten paths, and it's well worth the stop.

Jim V.

Yelp
Great food , great drinks off the typical tourist path, I do recommend the filet and it was plated like a world class restaurant.
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Sue M.

Yelp
What an awesome dinner we had. The server Stephanie was attentive and friendly. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and the specials. The bartender Samir made us two amazing drinks and placed a large bubble on each drink. The cocktails tasted great and was presented in a way I have never seen anywhere else. The Chef and owner Pat makes the meals himself. He shows great pride in every meal served. Again, the presentation was amazing. I had the filet and it was cooked to perfection. My daughter ordered the duck and it was so tender and flavorful. If you are in the Savannah area, do not leave until you have spent the evening at the Noble Fare.

Christine K.

Yelp
Beautiful space, very charming. Our server was attentive. One of us was doing dry July and asked if the bartender could make one of their signature cocktails with Seedlip (NA botanical "spirit") and they did! It was fabulous. Unfortunately the steaks ordered by 2 of us were over cooked and tough. Fish dish ordered by the other 2 was delicious. So mixed reviews from our group.
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Pedro T.

Yelp
Without question, this is one of the top 5 restaurants in the city. Maybe even top 3. From the ingenious presentations of the cocktails to the palate-pleasing courses, I challenge my fellow foodies to an evening you won't soon forget. We began with a cocktail flight and salads. I devoured the luscious watermelon salad; the melon was so red and juicy, I could taste the Summer rain inside of it. Kissed by the sun, it was the most beautiful watermelon salad I've ever had. My husband loved the surf and turf carpaccio; it was just his speed. As for the cocktail flight, this was the coolest flight I've ever experienced. The cocktails were contained in membranes and cunningly placed in spoons! (See picture.) I was speechless. The entrees were next. I ordered the "duck-duck-no goose" and it was the best ducking duck dish of my 36 years, and I've eaten a lot of duck. My husband had the diver scallops and couldn't stop hummin' & yummin'. He is still talking about that dinner. We loved this dinner so much that we are planning to return someday (during the week) when they have their chef's tasting menu. We LOVE tasting menus, and we would've ordered it when we were there, but they don't offer it on weekends. Understandable, but we're coming back for it before Christmas. The service was outstanding, the drinks were out-of-this-world, the food was bacchanal, and the experience resplendent. If the best restaurants deserve 5 stars, then Noble Fare deserves 10 stars. We absolutely cannot wait to return. Love, love, love!
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Shana N.

Yelp
This spot is cozy, the service is stellar, the food is delectable from start to finish and i would 10/10 definitely return. We had the salmon with seafood risotto and duck confit, carpaccio, and mushroom soup. For dessert, the creme brulee and salted caramel cheesecake. I would recommend all of the dishes for sure. A visit here is a must!

Michaela D.

Yelp
The experience at Noble Fare is perfectly fine. I do, however, find the number of glowing reviews extremely misleading because I struggle to identify anything about this restaurant that is "glowing", considering it is supposed to be of the more expensive / among the best restaurants in Savannah, according to my research. A few specific things below that bothered me for the reason I stated above. Again, all of these things are small and not a big deal, if this weren't considered an "expensive" restaurant providing a special experience. 1.) food is NOT made to order - this is perfectly fine, but not at a restaurant where an entrée costs $35 - 50. 2.) ordered creme brûlée which came out ICE COLD - clearly it was sitting in a refrigerator, which is ok... but not doing the top layer of the creme brûlée right before serving seems sacrilegious to me if part of an experience that should be considered special and at a restaurant which presents itself as being of a certain caliber. 3.) I asked for an espresso and received a small French press coffee / drip coffee which is not even remotely the same thing - it is the responsibility of the server to let me know that they do not make espresso, instead of passing off a drip as an espresso thinking I wouldn't notice or don't know the difference. 4.) Service is efficient, but by no means anything that could be considered extremely attentive.
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Sammie M.

Yelp
Very tasty meal! Started with their mushroom bisque. Portion was a great size and had good flavor. My filet was cooked perfectly, however the cut I got was quite fatty for a filet so that was a bit disappointing. Rounded out the meal with an amazing chocolate raspberry cake, it was delicious! Paired with an espresso martini, I was in heaven. Server timed everything perfectly and even when she was busy, other staff in the restaurant made sure to refill our water and bus the table. Overall good experience and will be back!
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Colleen P.

Yelp
The food here is amazing and the service is outstanding. We both had the specials but our table mates had the coffee rubbed pork and we all were very happy.