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Kayak Kafe

3.8 (202 reviews)
ModerateMexican, Bars
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Mohamed C.

In town for a few days had my pup with me and wanted to grab a bite before checking into my hotel. OMG it is HOT in Savannah, I stopped by this Kafe quickly close to my destination. The location was very spacious, and had indoor and outdoor seating. Again I had Di'Nero with me so I had to dine outside, they had specials during the day for drinks and food which is always a good thing. The service was great, I did not get a chance to get the servers name I'm sure she told me, caught her on a shift change so I low key had two servers and no I do not remember the other name either lol do not judge me please I was hungry. The place was empty so I was seated quickly and I literally got my food in minutes. Food was decent. I had the Korean BBQ chicken tacos, I hate giving bad reviews but I have a responsibility to be honest when writing these. The food was extremely underwhelming, and what I mean by that is I could have made a taco just as good or better from home. I also had a drink it was their Hot Honey Daiquiri (do not ask me why, I try different things just so I can tell you all about it), was not to my liking. I am not a fan of Daiquiris though so I'm not sure how valuable my opinion is, I will not say they made a nasty drink I'd love to hear someone else's opinion.

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Ashley R.

Kayak Kafe (midtown) was really good! The vegan options are plentiful and rather unique. The food is flavorful and came out quickly. We had a nice server who was new but knowledgeable and able to answer questions since it was our first time in. Vegan cauli wings were crispy and well-sauced. I got franks original sauce but tried the habanero sauce too which was awesome (i bought a bottle of that)! The vegan tater tachos were HUGE and flavorful. Walnut meat vegan tacos were unique and delicious. Would not order the tomato basil soup again or the peach vegan ice cream. The actual food deserve 5 stars. And I would definitely return. But we had a few issues/mixups originating in the kitchen that I just have to take a star off for. Our vegan tater tachos were amazing but accidentally came with no black beans. Similarly, my cauliflower wings that the menu touted would come with vegan avocado ranch came with a some white, very creamy ranch. After one bite I asked the waitress to confirm it was the vegan one and it turns out they'd given me the regular non-vegan ranch. Since vegan food and condiments are getting so advanced it would be hard for many to know that was non-veg if they hadn't focused on the fact that the vegan one was "avocado" so should be a little green. So I'd advise people to go to kayak kafe for sure, but be diligent and ask questions if anything feels off if you have dietary restrictions. And if you're a tourist, this isn't the cutest most scenic area of Savannah so I'd maybe opt for the Downtown location if you want to walk around before or after your meal. But note the downtown location doesn't have cauliflower wings!

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Chris W.

AMAZING FRESH FOOD! I fell in love with this place! Many vegetarian options and healthy options using fresh, flavorfull ingredients. I eat meat, and found they excel in food for everyone. Midtown location has nice inside environment. We sat outside which was nice but scenery is not spectacular. ROASTED LIME CHICKEN BURRITO was remarkable. I recommend it without reservation. The cilantro cream sauce served on the side MUST be drizzeled over the burritos as it really makes the dish! Burrito comes with Black Beans, Pico de Gallo, Sliced Avocado and Melted Pepperjack. Yum! HOMEMADE HABANERO HOT SAUCE - if you like a little spice then top your roasted lime chicken burrito with this delectable sauce. Yes, habaneros are super hot, but they tamed it down while still providing nice flavor and a little heat. Mmmm. REALLY GOOD MAC 'N CHEESE - that's the official name on menu. It is really good and cheesy! They served it saying "here's your mac 'n cheese" so I had to return it to get the really good stuff. ;) Their wine and beer selection is not bad, but not remarkable. Important thing is you'll easily find something to your liking.

Emilie W.

I ended up winning a gift card to this place from CycleBar or else I never would have known this place was here. I had no idea it was a restaurant and a bar I was expecting coffee cafe. The food was really good and the service even better! I got a Bloody Mary and a dozen wings (lemon pepper and the spicy sauce) totally would come here again!

Mimosas
Renee H.

Kayak Kafe Midtown is a fave. The menu is filled with so many options. From vegan, gluten free, classics, originals, & fun! It is family friendly as well. The restaurant is located right off of Paulsen St in a shopping complex. Their sign can be difficult to see from a far. So be on the look out for it. It is next to my favorite macaron place in Savannah, Marche de Macaron. If you see a sign with macarons at the end of the complex you've got the right place! There is a parking lot for you to park in. But if it is filled you can park on the street. The restaurant is spacious with seating inside or outdoor that is covered. A large bar when you walk in with much counter space & bar seats. They have taken COVID precautions with a scan only with your phone for their menus. And have spaced out their seating for safety. The staff are wearing masks & friendly. I've enjoyed every entree, snack, &/or drink I've had there. This was my first time at brunch. I always love bottomless mimosas! Which they have! They have another location downtown on Broughton street if the midtown location is not convenient for you. But I prefer the midtown location. Because it is spacious, & has parking. Parking matters!

Tater Tots
Cara K.

I have heard great things about Kayak Kafe from several friends, and I was excited to see their new Midtown Kafe was open. I was in the area one Saturday afternoon and decided to stop in to get lunch to go. We ordered inside at the bar, then waited in the car for the food to be prepared. The Kafe is in a small strip mall with only a handful of other stores. The parking lot is relatively small, and I can picture parking being a struggle during peak hours. Maybe not! When we entered, the Kafe has modern decor and was clean. The one associate we saw wore a mask, and was seen wiping down the bar area in between customers. Lunch was ready in the promised amount of time, about 20 minutes. When we got the total bill, I was surprised to see it was $36 for two meals that were on the menu for $13.99. After reviewing the receipt and the menu again, the price added up. The GA Shrimp & Avocado Quesadilla had an up charge for seafood. My (almost) $14 quesadilla was $16! The Southern Fried Chicken Tacos were $13.99. We were also charged for a side order of tater tots that we did not order. We took them and enjoyed them anyway. The Southern Fried Chicken Tacos lived up to their name and tasted great. The GA Shrimp & Avocado Quesadilla, however, did not. It was very soggy and the avocado was a sad excuse for guacamole. There was hardly any cheese, and if there were 4 shrimps in the quesadilla that would be a lot. It was not worth the price, and I would not order it again. Because it was such an expensive lunch for simple meals, I would not go out of my way to return here. If I was in the area or a friend asked me to go, I would return. I was very underwhelmed by this experience.

Roasted Turkey Cubano Panini Chili
David M.

Found Kayak Kafe on Yelp and decided to give it a go. The parking lot was packed which we believe is a good sign that the food is good but we may have to wait. To our surprise there were still a few open tables so we grabbed a seat. We started off our meal with a Cucumber Lemonade. It was light, tasty and very refreshing. I ordered the Turkey Cubano with Turkey Chili and my wife got the Lime Chicken Tacos. Everything was simply delicious. If I lived in Savannah then this place would be a must go to weekly. Highly recommend. Author David Moon Books on Amazon Zomosapiens Scales of Justice Pickle's Pickle

Happy Hour info: Monday - Saturday 4 to 7
Laura P.

Not the easiest spot to locate, but you'll find an open, light filled, welcoming restaurant in midtown. Plenty of vegan and gluten free options here! Beware, however, this location is so sloooow for the food and drink to arrive! Our waitress blamed it on the short staffed kitchen! Unfortunately, a conversation with a friend indicated this location of Kayak Cafe is always slow! Hence, 3 stars. The wait fostered a conversation in "opportunity cost". In short, this business is losing out on revenue because of staffing issues! Tonight I enjoyed the Broughton Cobb with all that you expect and served with their homemade Spicy Ranch. Five other homemade dressings are available, too. Fresh, colorful and filling. Additionally, I ordered a cup of their Tomato Basil soup and it hit the spot on this cool evening!

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Delicious and very fresh! The Indian Trader salad was excellent! The chili was also great.

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Nice little spot in midtown. The turkey avocado melt sandwich is fantastic and the service was quick.

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Very good food!!! Love the vegetarian and vegan options that are delicious as well. Good service!

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Love love love. Good food and vibes. Perfect for Saturday brunch or even casual weekday dinner. Shocked more people don't regular here!

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2 years ago

Overpriced, mediocre food. Think Denny's quality for twice the price. Wouldn't go back.

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Really tasty. Great service. Very cool laid back vibe. Sat at the bar. Tender was personable, and friendly.

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The food and service were both great. Food is very fresh. Restaurant is brightly lit with inviting ambiance.

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