Cafe 37 - Savannah, GA
I've always wondered if I were on that Food Network show "The Best Thing I Ever Ate", what would I say? After dining at Cafe 37, I now know. At Cafe 37, neither the staff nor the chef made me feel like I had to apologize for special requests, allergies, or just my own little peculiarities. I think the French-trained chef took them as a personal challenge. And the results of his creations... spectacular.
First, for those who are gluten intolerant, let me inform you that instead of just the usual bread and butter, the servers will thrill you with these amazing amazing smoked olives too. You don't need to sit in hunger as the rest of your friends ooh and aah about the freshly baked bread. How rare!!! Let me also say you won't find the requisite low country shrimp and grits on the menu. For me, dinner consisted of specialties like mussels with foie gras, two items I didn't think would go well together but were amazing, tuna tartar, and duck confit over whipped cauliflower.
First, for those who are gluten intolerant, let me inform you that instead of just the usual bread and butter, the servers will thrill you with these amazing amazing smoked olives too. You don't need to sit in hunger as the rest of your friends ooh and aah about the freshly baked bread. How rare!!! Let me also say you won't find the requisite low country shrimp and grits on the menu. For me, dinner consisted of specialties like mussels with foie gras, two items I didn't think would go well together but were amazing, tuna tartar, and duck confit over whipped cauliflower.
All was paired with wonderful wine selections. The list has many bottles from France, which I am not well nuanced in, but the staff knows the offerings and makes great suggestions.
Cafe 37 is an intimate cafe - and by intimate I mean small and cozy - and so it's great for a romantic evening, fun with another couple, or for a lunch with friends. The brunch is amazing! Let them know in advance that you are gluten-free and you might even be able to get something special. For those seeking a truly gourmet meal away from Savannah's touristy locations (I love Paula Deen for her spunk more than her food), the cab drive from the river is quick and worth it. If you have a car, they even have parking (a novelty in this town!). So make a reservation and plan for a wonderful experience.
And the best thing I ever ate is...
Rice flour tempura fried soft shell crabs over bok choy and basil, finished with a light coconut curry sauce and fresh papaya. What a much better way to use the local catch than shrimp and grits!
Cafe 37 is an intimate cafe - and by intimate I mean small and cozy - and so it's great for a romantic evening, fun with another couple, or for a lunch with friends. The brunch is amazing! Let them know in advance that you are gluten-free and you might even be able to get something special. For those seeking a truly gourmet meal away from Savannah's touristy locations (I love Paula Deen for her spunk more than her food), the cab drive from the river is quick and worth it. If you have a car, they even have parking (a novelty in this town!). So make a reservation and plan for a wonderful experience.
And the best thing I ever ate is...
Rice flour tempura fried soft shell crabs over bok choy and basil, finished with a light coconut curry sauce and fresh papaya. What a much better way to use the local catch than shrimp and grits!
Posted by Lindsey Ann Waldrep at 5/23/2011 8:13 PM 
Categories: Domestic Dining - Georgia
Tags: Savannah French GlutenFree Seafood Brunch Wine
Categories: Domestic Dining - Georgia
Tags: Savannah French GlutenFree Seafood Brunch Wine
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