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    Saveurs 209

    4.3 (42 reviews)
    PriceyFrench
    Closed 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    Croque madam
    Ellen L.

    I stopped by to pick up breakfast but ended up with more than breakfast. So many great Parisian pastries so I went crazy. The pear tart was the best out of all the pastries. I always get the croque madam and it's always perfect. The coffee is always fresh and the best roast ever. They also serve great dinner too. You gotta love it when the staff only speak french to each other. You know you're getting something authentic. The best croissants in the city hands down. Do not walk out unless you order croissant or you will be very sad.

    Dan K.

    Saveurs 209 c'est trés magnifique! I really can't believe how this place isn't packed all the time. My special lady friend and I went for a late supper on a Friday evening celebrating -- well, ourselves and life in general. A short walk from our River Walk hotel on a cool summer evening, we arrived at 8.45 to find the restaurant empty after an early dinner crowd already left. Normally I'd be trepidatious going into an empty restaurant but due to the circumstances, having the whole place to ourselves was a super romantic bonus. The proprietors are this cute couple, very French. They were super welcoming and they gave us our space so we could make googly eyes at each other but were ever attentive to the levels in our champagne flutes. Highlights of the night was the cheese plate, found on the dessert menu but ordered as an appetizer and the "chocolate fondant" which was like a hot chocolate labs cake with some ice cream on top. An espresso and catching a couple fooling around in an open window across the way later, Saveurs 209 was a perfect and indulgent way to /begin/ our intimate evening celebrations.

    Scallops - $38
    Nancy N.

    Wow Yelp... What a letdown. 4.5 stars with 30 reviewers lead me and my dining party to think there was solid French food being served at Saveurs 209. Wrong. It's no La Frite. And not even close to a La Madeleine. We made reservations thinking it would be a full house in this intimate dining space. The seating was comfortable because there were not that many diners. Decor was very modern. There were bright plastic orange chairs, white countertops and big round lanterns. After being seated we were given simple menus. Three appetizers, three entrees and three desserts to choose from with wine pairings for each item. After ordering appetizers, we were finally given water. Each glass was filled 1/4 of the way with lukewarm water. This is weird and unacceptable. As amuse bouche, we received round, puff pastry tarts with a cube of cheese sprinkled with sesame seeds on top. I thought this was random but as you'll see, it was a very cheap amuse bouche. We ordered the mushroom tart and beet ravioli as starters. The mushroom tart was made from the same puff pastry as the amuse bouche. The mushrooms filled a cavity in the center of the tart in the exact round shape of our amuse bouche. The mushroom medley was actually an assortment of very cheap, uninteresting local grocery store mushrooms. Buttons and Bellas. For $12 and a tart the size of a deck of cards (with a big cavity in the center!!), I was hoping to see morels or chanterelles. Our beet ravioli were even worst. They were shaved beets stuffed with crab (very salty) and five slivers of cucumber sprinkled with salt on the side. I saw no purpose for the cucumbers. For $13 I expected more than 5 itty bitty "ravioli" that required minimal cooking effort. Oddly after finishing starters we received our "bread basket." This was 4 slices of cold, dry wheat bread served alongside 3 pats of cold, unspreadable butter. This was probably the worst bread basket I've had in San Antonio. Then we received our entrees. My friends ordered risotto with scallops and I got the lamb shank. The scallops were very plump but too salty for me. The bed of risotto they were sitting on was hard and dry. I wasn't too crazy about either of the flavors. My lamb shank was inedible. It had zero flavor. It also came with an eggplant purée laying on a bed of quinoa. The eggplant looked like cat vomit. Brown, gray, squishy... With some texture... But it was actually the best tasting thing I had during dinner. Better plating would have done wonders for this. Considering we paid $38 for each risotto and $34 for the lamb, I was hoping the portions would be bigger or the food better tasting. It did not satisfy on any front. Service was a little slow and the ordering of courses was wrong. In short - Move along folks. Nothing to see here. Turn around. You've been warned.

    Kim A.

    I stepped into Saveurs 209 on a Friday evening right as they opened at 6:30p. The restaurant just opened this week and hasn't done much advertising, but we were 1 of 2 tables eating dinner. The menu is very small, the wine list is more extensive. The decor and atmosphere is modern and fun. There were some issues with the price of our dinner--they gave us the wrong menu so they charged us $34 for the hanger steak when our menu said $17. They were apologetic about it and corrected our bill. The downside: we stared at our finished plate for at least 15 minutes, which was somewhat irritating as the server walked past us several times--to the only other table dining--without addressing that we were finished. Overall all the meal was fine. On my way out I grabbed a lunch menu (the prices are more reasonable than dinner) and I will report back as soon as I visit again.

    orange crepe desert with grand marnier ice cream
    Tricia W.

    Revisited after a couple months, as expected there are a lot of menu changes so we got to see more of what this excellent chef is capable of. Was told the coquilles St Jacques will become a staple item-rightfully so. Both our deserts were absolutely superb. Parking in LoBro (not sure if those NYC neighborhood acronyms will catch on in SA ) will probably continue to be problematic, at least the meters are free after 6.

    We have been to France somewhere in the neighborhood of 10 times. Where to start? We find most French like most Northeasterners; they shun you until you are part of the click and then they are willing to lay down in traffic for you. We did not find that initial part here. They were warm, friendly, and wanting to please. They were people just like you and me. Give them love and a smile and see what happens. We implore you San Antonio, give this place a try. Is it huge portions? No. Is it Tex-Mex or BBQ? No. What it is, is amazing. Honestly, it doesn't take a whole lot to get it there either. Even if you just came for dessert. Try it. Give it a chance. Ya know how we like the movies of HARD WORKING people trying to make it against all odds? These are those people. We had real French food, of which we do not find anywhere in Central Texas even though we have several places (just because you stick duck in a crock pot with some bourgogne for 12 hours doesn't make it French). Without going into horrendous detail, you could tell from the food they were French. The French like things REALLY fresh. REALLY, REALLY, REALLY what they are. Tomatoes? If the French put them on a plate, they are the best damn tomatoes you've ever eaten. Chicken? The French have a chicken that is world famous. It's called Bresse chicken. No, not all chicken tastes like chicken. Anyway, this family has that thing. That need for quality over monetary gain. Are they human? Yes. Will they screw something up? Yes. In between the silence in the mind from their wine and the mermaids of their desserts, lies a gem. San Antonio, focus on the idea that this is a gem and focus on finding out why. Like our wives and husbands, sometimes it take a little bit for others to see it.

    Roger Z.

    I love French cuisine and this place by far is the best in San Antonio. Every dish was so fresh and made to order. The decor is very nice as well. If your looking to be transported to France via cuisine, this is the place your looking for!

    MUST VISIT IN SAN ANTONIO!
    Olya C.

    What a beautiful place! Ambiance, wine list, service, food- all impeccable! Wish we had place like that in Austin! Snails, foie, soufflé are soooo French! So glad I found them

    Amazing food. Great service. The place is fantastic, food is very flavorful. I had Fish of the day, buddy of mine had Quiche that was very tasty. And the desserts were amazing especially the nougat ice cream.

    cold, cantalope and basil soup with black pepper
    Miranda J.

    ate here for the first time today and absolutely loved it. the atmosphere, menu, and service were all exceptional. we got there around 12:30 and it was empty so we got to sit down immediately (although i would've loved to see the place more crowded!). i had the cold, melon/basil soup and the shrimp/avocado club sandwich. both were not heavy and very flavorful! i adored them! the house-made ice cream went perfect with an espresso to finish of the meal. our waiter told us that they are opening a bakery right next door, and i am very excited to see how that turns out! i can see myself eating at Saveurs 209 many times to come.

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    Brasserie Mon Chou Chou never disappoints! The escargot is seriously some of the best, and the…read morebread and cheese alone are worth the visit. It's easily one of my favorite places to eat, with some of my absolute favorite dishes. Everything is always delicious!

    Service was excellent, but the food needs some attention…read more The decor and feel is definitely on point for a French brasserie and our server was very attentive. Unfortunately, the food we received could have been better. The salad course was very good and gave us high hopes for the rest of the meal. My wife's fish was fine. My chopped sirloin and frites was not worth $27. I was not asked about my preferred temperature of the meat. It arrived at the table very well done, to the point where it was completely dry. Luckily, there was sauce. However, IMO it needed a bit of acid (my wife's lemon from her fish helped). The "frites".........I did not expect frozen fast food fries, but there they were. Sitting on my plate mocking me. The awning outside advertises steak & frites. These should be made in house and not dumped out of a frozen Sysco bag! You should be better than this! My wife's creme brûlée was okay. Nice crust, but a little too soft and warm inside. We think the brûlée overheated the custard. It "squished" out the side and over the edge of the dish when the spoon initially made contact with the crust. It tasted fine. The texture needs some work. Nothing inedible. Good ambience. We simply didn't think the food quality met the price point. We will not be returning.

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    We went to @bistr09 the other night for dinner. East Coast Oysters were on happy hour for $2 each,…read moreso we got a dozen to share. Hubby and I both got the Margarita. Hubby chose the Restaurant Week menu, starting with the Halibut Cheeks as his appetizer, Grilled Lamb Chops for the entree, and Chocolate Mousse for dessert. I had a taste of all his courses and it was a wise choice. Everything was delicious! They had a regular prix fixe menu and Dad and I shared this: Escargots, Sauteed Flounder, and Creme Brulee. Our food was equally good. Brian was our attentive server.

    Very well designed in black, white, gold, and primaries. You pass a patio, then enter into a bar…read morewith a dining area to the right. The service was amazing .. though as they got busy about 6.30pm, service fell off a little. I do recommend a reservation for any time after 6pm. We started with small plates. The French Onion soup had a hearty flavor though it was more bread than broth. The Pear gorgonzola salad was amazing ... pears soaked in red wine paired with room temp gorgonzola, green and a light vinaigrette. The escargot brought yums. I had the braised short ribs. Super tender .. fall apart. I would have liked a little more veggies and a heartier sauce. The streak and fries was cooked and seasoned perfectly. For dessert, the creme brulee was glass on top and pure custard underneath ... perfect consistency. The mousse was a deep chocolate flavor with a tasty almond cookie. So many items I want to go back and try. Definitely recommend!!!

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    4.3(360 reviews)
    1.2 miTobin Hill
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    I've been here 3 times in the past 2 weeks. If that doesn't already say much, I'll leave a detailed…read morereview from each experience. I made reservations for 2/3 visits. It seems like reservations are encouraged. At every visit, the servers greeted me with water and asked for my dietary preferences. You can tell that the servers all work together as I had other servers stop by to pack up my food and refill my water. I do love how they offer to pack up my leftovers and do so very nicely. 1st visit: My server was a sweetheart, very attentive, and super nice! I made reservations for 5PM on a Friday. I was one of the first to arrive, but the restaurant quickly filled up. I opted for the Mezas De Alegria, the server brought out Tirshi, Roasted Cabbage, Steamed Red Snapper, and Olive Oil Cake! All were very tasty, my favorites being the Tirshi and Steamed Red Snapped! I also ordered the Greek Wine flight, I enjoyed the Troupis wine best! Out of all of my dining experiences, this was by far my favorite! 2nd visit: My server was also attentive and kind. This time, I didn't make a reservation, I just walked in but was able to be seated at 11AM on a Sunday. I opted the for Turkish Brunch and the Mint Limonada, and they were able to accommodate my dietary preference! Everything was good once again, my favorites were the Grilled Olive and Tomato Salad, Fire Roasted Peppers, and Shakshuka. The Mint Limonada was too sweet for my preference, I had to water it down with some water. 3rd visit: My most recent server was very sweet and kind but wasn't as attentive. I made reservations for 5PM on Friday. She got held up by a table nearby a couple of times. I tried items from the Culinaria Restaurant Week Menu (Armenian Salad, Texas Waygu Kebabs, and Local Fruit Sorbet) Everything was soo good and flavorful. I really enjoyed the Armenian Salad. The Texas Waygu Kebabs were good, but a little chewy for my preference. They were cooked about Med-Well/Well done, though I prefer my beef to be cooked Medium, but I wasn't asked about my preference. I also wasn't given a steak knife and tried to wait for my server, but she was with another table for a while. I had to use my butter knife... The Local fruit sorbet was very refreshing and a light dessert to end my evening. Overall, great experiences, flavor-packed food! I enjoy Mediterranean food, so I'll be back to try more items off their menu!

    I came for happy hour on a Friday night and they were BUSY. We had a reservation but when we sat…read moredown and asked for the happy hour menu they said we would have to sit outside or at the bar for happy hour. Should have asked that during reservation but fine. It was quite warm outside and they only had one industrial sitting fan. At a place this nice I expected some ceiling fans to be honest. Or something a bit classier. Service was mediocre, a bit overbearing to be honest with multiple pushes for us to order more. We tried the butternut squash dip, the spicy feta, the hummus, roasted corn and the lamb ribs. We also got 2 spitz and 2 beer. Total for four people with tip was about 95 bucks which is fair. We had a vegetarian at our table so they brought out veggies to dip as well which was nice. My favorite was the roasted corn and the surprisingly the feta. It was enough to be full. Lamb was fatty but flavored nicely.

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