Sent Sovi
3.8333/5 (16 reviews)
14583 Big Basin Way
Saratoga, CA 95070
(408) 867-3110
Category: French
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| Updated: |
October 19, 1999 |
| Cuisine: |
Californian, European |
| Reviewer: |
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Relation: |
Not Related |
| Attire: |
Dressy |
Reservations: |
Required |
| Ave. Wait: |
5-10 minutes |
Payment: |
Mastercard, Visa, American Express |
| Facilities: |
Outdoor Dining |
Phone Orders: |
No |
| Smoking: |
Not Permitted |
Meals Served: |
Dinner |
| Seating: |
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Alcohol Service: |
Beer, Wine |
| Type: |
Fine Dining |
Entertainment: |
Background Music |
| Crowd: |
Executive, Locals, Normal |
Atmosphere: |
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| Uses: |
Private Parties , Romantic Evenings , Dining Only |
Nearby Places: |
Downtown, Nightlife, Shopping, Tourist Spot |
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16 Reviews
REVIEW #1
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mike S.
Avg. Entree: $20-30
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July 27, 2009
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2 people found this review helpful
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This is the best restaurant I have ever visited. It's 5 stars in
all aspects: decor, service, food, everything (excluding the wine
list, which I can't comment since I don't drink). Sent Sovi's
menu has two sides: prix-fixe (with or without wines) and a la carte.
Since my friend and I weren't hungry enough for the prix-fixe dinner,
we made our selection from the a la carte menu. While deciding what to
order, a "pre-appetizer" puff pastry with avocado and
cranberry cream was served. We ended up ordering a peasant risotto
appetizer, and my friend ordered a pork loin and I ordered a steak. When
the appetizer was served, we were pleasantly surprised to find that
the chef has splitted the portion in halves and put them on separate
plates for us. Then dinner was served and the tastes was marvelous.
I can't comment on my friend's pork loin since he refused to
let me have more than one bite, but my steak was tastefully done. It's
pink but not red or black (yes I'm weird; I like medium-well steak),
and it's small enough (probably 3-4 oz?) for me to finish. The accompanying
vegetables were delicious too. It's just the perfect steak dish
that I've always dreamed of but never have got from other restaurants.
Afterwards my friend ordered a warm chocolate tart which was second
only to the belgian chocolate cake served in another Fremont restaurant
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REVIEW #3
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Judy L.
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April 25, 2000
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1 people found this review helpful
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I went to Sent Sovi with my sister, who was being treated by her
company (which is the only way we would even think about eating
somewhere this outrageously expensive). We had high expectations
because of all the rave reviews we've read. We were severely disappointed
by the food, and the service was spotty as well. We started with
a cold carrot soup, which was too salty. In fact, our whole meal
was overly salty. I had duck for my main entree, and my sister had
rabbit? Both had so much salt in it that I couldn't taste the other
flavors. And the service, which was raved about here in the reviews,
was nowhere near as good as was claimed. Our waitress brought
us our bill before we had even had dessert.
If the prices had been a little more reasonable, perhaps I would
have enjoyed my meal more. Unfortunately, the food served at
Sent Sovi is not worth the price you pay for it.
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REVIEW #4
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durgesh T.
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October 24, 1999
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The food is somewhat very innovative and delicious, however, if I have to pay over $110 for a dinner, it is very harsh on the pocket
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REVIEW #6
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Olivia C.
Avg. Entree: $30-40
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July 18, 1998
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2 people found this review helpful
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I have read tons of good reviews about Sent Sovi so me and
my husband decided to give a try. Its not bad but it is not
as good as those reviews are.
It was a hot Friday evening when we decided to go out for
dinner at the very last moment. My husband was on a pair of
shorts and when I made the reservation I was told by the
manager that my husband's dress attire is ok. When we
arrive at the restaurant, we were very impressed by the
charming enviroment, however, we both observe that our
waitor was starring at my husband's outfit which made us
kind of uneasy thru' out the dinner.
The manager that grreet us is very professional and warm,
however, if anyone that say Sent Sovi has excellent and
attantive service,I would only say she is the only one that
took the credit. Our waitor was unattentive and kind of
snobbish.
The food is somewhat very innovative and delicious, however,
if I have to pay over $110 for a dinner, I would definitely
go to some places like Ritz Carlton's Dinning room where you
actually gain every penny you paid out.
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REVIEW #7
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Charles G.
Avg. Entree: $30-40
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December 15, 1997
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1 people found this review helpful
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After reading the reviews for this restaurant, I felt that it would be
the perfect choice for our anniversary celebration. Reservations were
made over a week in advance and a confirmation was made three days
prior to our Saturday evening schedule. On Saturday afternoon, the
restaurant called my office and told one of my staff that I had to
return their call in a short time or lose my reservation! Fortunately,
my office was able to reach me and I called and confirmed for a second
time.
As our reservations were for 9 pm, we left in what I thought was
sufficient time to arrive on schedule. Take note...Saturday evening
parking in Saratoga requires that you arrive at 5pm to start looking
for a space! Even the "Public Welcome" valet parking was full.
Next, enter the restaurant and realize that when information relating
to seating states 50, it means 50! The entrance is so cozy that if two
people are ahead of you, be prepaired to stand outside...The dinning
area itself is "cozy" as well. Do not anticipate a romantic evening
unless you wish to include the adjacent four tables. Dinning on the
floor of the Stock Exchange would have been quieter!
After that, what about the service and menue...Happily, here is where
I switch gears. The service was excellent, every detail was executed
flawlessly. The entre'e and attending selections were attractive in
presentation and outstanding in flovor. Would I go back? Yes, but
certanly not for the ambiance!!
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REVIEW #8
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Helena Y.
Avg. Entree: $30-40
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October 27, 1997
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This is the best restaurant I have ever visited. It's 5 stars in
all aspects: decor, service, food, everything (excluding the wine
list, which I can't comment since I don't drink).
Sent Sovi's menu has two sides: prix-fixe (with or without wines)
and a la carte. Since my friend and I weren't hungry enough for
the prix-fixe dinner, we made our selection from the a la carte
menu. While deciding what to order, a "pre-appetizer" puff pastry
with avocado and cranberry cream was served. We ended up ordering
a peasant risotto appetizer, and my friend ordered a pork loin
and I ordered a steak. When the appetizer was served, we were
pleasantly surprised to find that the chef has splitted the
portion in halves and put them on separate plates for us. Then
dinner was served and the tastes was marvelous. I can't comment
on my friend's pork loin since he refused to let me have more
than one bite, but my steak was tastefully done. It's pink but
not red or black (yes I'm weird; I like medium-well steak), and
it's small enough (probably 3-4 oz?) for me to finish. The
accompanying vegetables were delicious too. It's just the perfect
steak dish that I've always dreamed of but never have got from
other restaurants. Afterwards my friend ordered a warm chocolate
tart which was second only to the belgian chocolate cake served
in another Fremont restaurant.
Our bill came with two cookies. While looking over the bill, my
friend munched one of the cookies in one bite before exclaiming
how wonderful it was. I took a bite and it was indeed very well
baked: slightly crunchy on the surface but soft in the inside,
with a pinch of almond taste but not too strong. I ended up
paying $100 including tips. It's probably one of my best-spent
$100.
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REVIEW #9
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Jason F.
Avg. Entree: $20-30
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September 15, 1997
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Excellent food and service. Order the menu (for the table), or
ala carte.
We had a pheasant and leeks dish (forgot the name), and
a baby garden greens salad for appetizers, and both were outstanding.
Then we had a halibut and fillet of beeef entree. Again, I can't
do justice by describing them in detail, but they were
outstanding as well.
The restaruant is pretty small, and about 1/3 of the seating is on
nice patio (not on directly on the street though, which is good).
The service was very attentive and personal. There was always someone
walking around to refill water, serve more fresh bread, swap out
forks, etc.
We've been looking for great restaurants in the bay area.
We don't have much experience in this area, but Sent Sovi is our
favorite so far.
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REVIEW #10
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Sylvie P.
Avg. Entree: $20-30
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May 20, 1997
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2 people found this review helpful
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Great place. Decor is light and tasteful, mixing different genres
very sucessfully. The welcome is simple, friendly, yet elegant.
Reservations a must. The choice of food is perfect with a sampling
menu, in case you don't have a craving for anything particular.
The food is served in an array of beautifully decorated plates, a
pleasure for the eye before it delights your tastebud. Service is
intelligent, friendly, unobtrusive. You feel you are part of the
family immediately. A place where you feel well, eat well, and
want to go back to. A little pricey for coming as often as you
want, but definitely worth it. A softly sensual epicurian
experience.
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