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Savona Restaurant
Consistent, creative, high quality dining & seamlessly orchestrated service has been the hallmark of Savona's success for over 12 years. Executive Chef, Andrew Masciangelo uses his 12 year relationship with local farmers to source the freshest ingredients available. His "farm to table" philosophy involves handling products as few times as possible to capture the natural flavor intensity of each ingredient. Signature dishes include Dover Sole with Capri Lemon & Pignoli, Salt Crusted Branzino and Shrimp & Scallop "Borsette". Masciangelo's cuisine is supported by world class service maestro'd by Stephane Buliard and Jerome Naulleau. Savona has the largest wine cellar in the state of Pennsylvania offering guests over 1,000 selections to choose from. Head Sommelier, Melissa Monosoff uses her studied palette, vast wine knowledge & soft approach to heighten each guests dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you to Savona.
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56 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 56 reviews
5 stars
(28)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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- special occasion(38)
- notable wine list(31)
- romantic(30)
- fit for foodies(29)
- neighborhood gem(15)
- vibrant bar scene(12)
Savona Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent as always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went twice in last 2 weeks, and the service and food were excellent. I love the crab salad, and both the steak and surf and turf special were wonderful. My daughter thinks the dover sole is the best around. Try to get a soufle for dessert."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was very, very, poor, with rushed servers and long waits between courses. A glass of wine never arrived, salt was requested and rock salt without a grinder was provided. The food was very average. Impossible to get servers attention to get anything, one of the worst dining experiences in a long time."
Dined on 10/26/2012
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Review 3 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good for a business gathering
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It is quiet and the setting private. Food and service are excellent"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Engaging restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Menu has limited selection of food and could offer more variety, expensive for what is served. Excellent wine cellar. Nice staff"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Took my husband here for his birthday, he and I both thought it was terrific. We were treated extremely well, the food was delicious and well presented. Absolutely recommend for anyone looking for a high class experience!"
Dined on 2/27/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Seems to have gotten better
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Seems to have gotten better with time. Big improvement. The service and food add up to a great night out!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 7 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impeccable service. Menu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Impeccable service. Menu is small but varied. Extensive wine list. Expensive but perfect for a special occasion."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Old reliable doesn't disappoint.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Hadn't been for years. Still among the best. Octopus app a bit tough. Grouper excellent. Nice touches with unexpected dishes from chef."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Special Occasion Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We sat in the corner table on the "patio" (it's inside, not like a real patio). Everything was absolutely wonderful--service, food, ambiance. They bring little tastes of things from the chef which is very nice. It is an expensive restaurant but very much worth it."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Savona - for a special evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had our 3rd or 4th meal at Savona, and it was excellent. At first, the prices seems a trifle high, but the chef sends out small samplers, and the fresh bread is hot and superb. Carmen and his staff are attentive and very pleasant, without being at all obsequious. The atmosphere is beautiful, and they do not rush you through your meal. The entrees are diverse and interesting, and you get a very generous serving. It is a wonderful treat and dining experience.
Cindy L. O'D."
Cindy L. O'D."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rare five star review in the 'burbs
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The rare 5 star review from this OT VIP. Stellar execution from host, to wait, to kitchen staff. Everything sparkled from the moment we sat, till the moment the lemon tyme dessert was plated. Large fish selection on this particular evening (fine with us) and we sampled the Alaskan Halibut and the Sea Bass, the primi was short rib homemade ravioli that were simply decadent. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Beautiful Night out at Savona
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had an exceptional dinner at Savona. The entrees were fantastic (we each had the striped bass and dover sole, respectively). Dinner was paired with a fantastic French wine. Desserts were delicious as well.
Service was, if anything, even more incredible than the food. Although the restaurant was packed to capacity, it felt as if we had the wait staff to ourselves, as we were the recipients of constant attention.
We particularly enjoyed the little treats between courses, such as the palate cleansing sorbet, mini-marshmallows and champagne.
The only negative, and it was a slight one, was the addition of squid ink to the risotto appetizer. It seemed like overkill, and really didn't add to the aesthetics of the presentation."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Over rated and way too expensive.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Over rated and way too expensive. Service was low grade and pretentious. Probably good on its day but not at all worth it now. Will never go back."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
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Review 14 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our dinner was excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Our dinner was excellent. Each of us enjoyed our main course. WSe shared 2 appetizers and one dessert among the four of us and found those excellent also."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lost some of its "pizzazz"
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lost some of its "pizzazz" from earlier years. Very rushed (like wanting to clear plates before we were finished?) Never offered coffee at the end of the meal.
Also, very pricey."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2004
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Review 16 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Savona is one of the best
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Savona is one of the best restaurants on the Main Line, however, its pretense is greater than its performance. The service was good but somewhat disjointed and slow. For instance, the bread was late in getting to the table and 10 minutes thereafter the busboy asked is we wanted butter.
The appetizers were very tasty. My wife ordered the steak which was excellent. I ordered the Dover sole, the most expensive item on the menu at $55 and the signature dish. It was frankly tough and did not exhibit the soft, flakiness that I had expected. Previously I thought that Savona had the best Dover sole I had eaten in the US but I need to amend that opinion.
My wife and I concluded that the meal was good but not great and not worth the price."
The appetizers were very tasty. My wife ordered the steak which was excellent. I ordered the Dover sole, the most expensive item on the menu at $55 and the signature dish. It was frankly tough and did not exhibit the soft, flakiness that I had expected. Previously I thought that Savona had the best Dover sole I had eaten in the US but I need to amend that opinion.
My wife and I concluded that the meal was good but not great and not worth the price."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
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Review 17 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An excellent experience with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"An excellent experience with an interesting menu and an incredible wine list !"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 18 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Savona is an attractive venue
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Savona is an attractive venue with very well-prepared food and a subdued noise volume that makes it possible to have a pleasant conversation without straining or shouting to be heard -- something that's hard to come by these days. Its main defect is the first course (appetizer) selection, which manages to be narrow in scope and over-priced. The bistro upstairs is a very cost-effective (though much noisier) alternative with tasty food but very short pours that have prompted us to complain on two occasions.
One common theme for both locations (upstairs and down) is inconsistent service quality. You sometimes feel you've been left to fend for yourself upstairs. Downstairs, hospitality ends with the hostess; servers seem less welcoming."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 19 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not up to its promise
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Savona's website declares "Consistent, creative, high quality dining" ...with prices to match the hype. Sadly my recent meal, and that of my dining partner, was therefore disappointing. The food was OK, but not right enough to warrant the cost. Some of the food came out tepid, not hot. The lamb shank was tender but lacking in rich flavor. The grilled fish dish would have benefited from crispy skin to make it shine. Luckily the service and appetizers of grilled octopus and seared tuna rescued the meal from fair to good."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2005
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Review 20 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband and I had dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I had dinner at Savona to celebrate our 4th wedding anniversary.
The food, the staff, the service was excellent. The bottle of wine we wanted was out of stock but the recommendation as a replacement by the GM was great. We had a great experience and we look forward to dining at Savona again."
The food, the staff, the service was excellent. The bottle of wine we wanted was out of stock but the recommendation as a replacement by the GM was great. We had a great experience and we look forward to dining at Savona again."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place but cost exceeds
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place but cost exceeds value"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Well I am so disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Well I am so disappointed to write that one of our favorite restauarants of all time has taken a downward turn. The ambiance is wonderful, as is the presentation, but the food is very average for this level of dining. The fish was overdone for two of us. Redstone has significantly better fish. I'm so sorry to say :( It was rather pedestrian."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2005
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Review 23 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Took my girlfriend there for an early valentines day. Everything was great. Great atmosphere, service was friendly and outstanding and the foot was incredible. Definitely reccommend it"
Dined on 02/11/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was a bit pretentious
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was a bit pretentious and the signature Dover Sole was in no way worth $55. But the prawn risotto was outstanding, as was the wine selection."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 25 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The meal was very disappointing.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"The meal was very disappointing. The best parts were the bread and desserts. The duck was very salty. The vegetable was hardly there. The little "tastes" were too small, and hard to tell what they were. The cooking was below average."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 26 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was very good, the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good, the service however was not. Our waiter told us that he was not going to mention a vegetable on the specials list because he didn't know how to pronounce it. When asked to describe a fish special, his response was "it's good." He couldn't describe if it was similar to Tuna, Swordfish etc.
Upon picking our car up from the valet, several staff members were gathered on the side of the building smoking and hanging out near a dumpster.
We were truly embarrassed bringing new guests of the restaurant here and will probably not return. I would reccomend investing in training and quality service as opposed to cosmetics of the building."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 27 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The selection on the menu was varied and interesting. The presentation was spectacular. It certainly lived up to its reputation!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 28 for Savona Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Took a group of clients there
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Took a group of clients there for dinner. Everyone thought the service was slow but good. The fixed menu was limiting in thatbthere were only 5 choices for entrees."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2009
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Savona Restaurant
Based on the average of (28) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate