We sat at the bar, as we were too late trying to get in on a Sat night. It's easy to see why this establishment draws a crowd. The good was really good. We had the menu option for $55 00. We chose the same except for the starter. I had the crab cake an my husband had the Greek fried tomatoes. 😋 Both really good. We had a fish kind of Bisque....oh my word it was fantastic. Then the lamb shank. It was a huge shank. I think it would have been a great idea for the chef to figure out a really small desert that would keep them within their cost frame. And I mean small. Just one biter. All in all this place is a win. We had very very good service from the 2 bartenders.
90justinl
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December 01, 2024
Very nice establishment for an intimate evening with that special someone. Visited for the first time for a birthday dinner for my significant other. Made reservations online for 6:15, but arrived at 6 after finding parking rather easily. We were seated immediately even though we were early. The waitress was very pleasant and knowledgeable of the specials and menu. Ordered the scallops and lobster mac and cheese. The food was very good, but the scallop dish was not filling. My girlfriend has the 6 oz filet, which was great also. Overall, this is a pleasant place for a date night.
Rachel Haney
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December 01, 2024
My husband and I’s first time here and it was exceptional. From who we spoke to calling for a “last minute” reservation, to the service, to the food. Our server Parker was fantastic. Was awesome with great recommendations when asked. We got the trio appetizer. Fried oysters, lump crab cake, and shrimp cocktail. Everything we ate here had incredible flavor and seasoned to perfection. Compliments to the chef. Entrees were scallops and pork chop. Easily the best pork chop my husband and I both have ever had. Finished off with the crème brûlée. We will definitely be back again and making recommendations to friends and family.
Mrs Dee
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July 23, 2024
Food
The peach cobbler with ice cream was DELICIOUS. The flavor of the savory foods were muted. I can taste the seasonings and spices, they just seem muted. It didn't take very long to be prepared and presented to us. So we didn't wait a long time to be served food. I got the sirloin steak but had a different side. I had the rice with beans with the steak. The rice was too wet. The beans were good but tasted like canned beans to me. The steak was a little dry and not flavourful enough. The wind selection was very nice.
Service
I visited on a Tuesday night at 8 pm. I had a reservation. We were seated promptly. Our waiter was attentive.
Atmosphere
I liked the table decor. The lighting was warm and inviting. But the music was too loud for an intimate experience on the inside. Patrons spoke louder than conversational level to compensate. This caused an overall loud environment.
I chose patio seating. It was more quiet and intimate. But It was hot and muggy. Several large ceiling fans helped to prevent overheating.
I was told by a coworker that you would be able to see the city lights. The building isn't tall enough for that. Your back drop is a large tree with stringed lights over a water fountain. You overlook a busy 4 way intersection with a traffic light. City folk loudly held personal convos as they walked by, people were leaving work, people were drunk and stumbling (1-2 people). This took away from a romantic atmosphere, which is what I expected.
Overall
I wanted an intimate dinner with my husband for our anniversary. I got most of what I wanted.
Gigi
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January 01, 2025
Saluda is a perfect place for intimate gathering with family and friends. A very nice atmosphere, GREAT food, and awesome services. Everything we ate had incredible flavor and seasoned to perfection. We finished off with the crème brûlée and ice cream.
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We sat at the bar, as we were too late trying to get in on a Sat night. It's easy to see why this establishment draws a crowd. The good was really good. We had the menu option for $55 00. We chose the same except for the starter. I had the crab cake an my husband had the Greek fried tomatoes. 😋 Both really good. We had a fish kind of Bisque....oh my word it was fantastic. Then the lamb shank. It was a huge shank. I think it would have been a great idea for the chef to figure out a really small desert that would keep them within their cost frame. And I mean small. Just one biter. All in all this place is a win. We had very very good service from the 2 bartenders.
Very nice establishment for an intimate evening with that special someone. Visited for the first time for a birthday dinner for my significant other. Made reservations online for 6:15, but arrived at 6 after finding parking rather easily. We were seated immediately even though we were early. The waitress was very pleasant and knowledgeable of the specials and menu. Ordered the scallops and lobster mac and cheese. The food was very good, but the scallop dish was not filling. My girlfriend has the 6 oz filet, which was great also. Overall, this is a pleasant place for a date night.
My husband and I’s first time here and it was exceptional. From who we spoke to calling for a “last minute” reservation, to the service, to the food. Our server Parker was fantastic. Was awesome with great recommendations when asked. We got the trio appetizer. Fried oysters, lump crab cake, and shrimp cocktail. Everything we ate here had incredible flavor and seasoned to perfection. Compliments to the chef. Entrees were scallops and pork chop. Easily the best pork chop my husband and I both have ever had. Finished off with the crème brûlée. We will definitely be back again and making recommendations to friends and family.
Food The peach cobbler with ice cream was DELICIOUS. The flavor of the savory foods were muted. I can taste the seasonings and spices, they just seem muted. It didn't take very long to be prepared and presented to us. So we didn't wait a long time to be served food. I got the sirloin steak but had a different side. I had the rice with beans with the steak. The rice was too wet. The beans were good but tasted like canned beans to me. The steak was a little dry and not flavourful enough. The wind selection was very nice. Service I visited on a Tuesday night at 8 pm. I had a reservation. We were seated promptly. Our waiter was attentive. Atmosphere I liked the table decor. The lighting was warm and inviting. But the music was too loud for an intimate experience on the inside. Patrons spoke louder than conversational level to compensate. This caused an overall loud environment. I chose patio seating. It was more quiet and intimate. But It was hot and muggy. Several large ceiling fans helped to prevent overheating. I was told by a coworker that you would be able to see the city lights. The building isn't tall enough for that. Your back drop is a large tree with stringed lights over a water fountain. You overlook a busy 4 way intersection with a traffic light. City folk loudly held personal convos as they walked by, people were leaving work, people were drunk and stumbling (1-2 people). This took away from a romantic atmosphere, which is what I expected. Overall I wanted an intimate dinner with my husband for our anniversary. I got most of what I wanted.
Saluda is a perfect place for intimate gathering with family and friends. A very nice atmosphere, GREAT food, and awesome services. Everything we ate had incredible flavor and seasoned to perfection. We finished off with the crème brûlée and ice cream.