Identifies as women-owned
Yes
Cohens Retreat in Savannah
Categories
Location on the map
Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia, US
From the business
Service options
Takeaway
Yes
Dine-in
Yes
Delivery
No
Health and safety
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
Yes
Highlights
Fireplace
Yes
Great dessert
Yes
Live music
Yes
Popular for
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Solo dining
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Alcohol
Yes
Beer
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Coffee
Yes
Comfort food
Yes
Happy-hour drinks
Yes
Healthy options
Yes
Small plates
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Vegetarian options
Yes
Wine
Yes
Dining options
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Catering
Yes
Dessert
Yes
Seating
Yes
Amenities
Bar on site
Yes
Gender-neutral toilets
Yes
High chairs
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Atmosphere
Cosy
Yes
Historic
Yes
Romantic
Yes
Upmarket
Yes
Crowd
Groups
Yes
Tourists
Yes
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Yes
Accepts reservations
Yes
Phone: +1 912-355-3336
Site: http://www.cohensretreat.com/
Site: http://www.cohensretreat.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:Closed
- Tuesday:Closed
- Wednesday:11AM–9PM
- Thursday:11AM–9PM
- Friday:11AM–9PM
- Saturday:11AM–9PM
- Sunday:11AM–3PM
Comments (199)
Absolutely brilliant lunch! They were able to accommodate our group of 12 as a walk-in, our server Gabby was fantastic and the food delicious. Highly recommend the brussel sprouts and fried green tomatoes
We held my daughters Baptism Brunch here and I cannot begin to describe how great it was! Natasha was my party planner and she was such a delight. She was very detail oriented, accommodating, and sweet. Lakeland (I think that is right..) was our server/bartender. She was the absolute best, so attentive to our party, super amazing with the kids and really kind. You could tell she truly wanted to be sure we were having a special day, which meant so much to us all. All of our guests went on and on about how great it was. Thanks for such a great experience Cohens Retreat!
One of my favorite restaurants in Savannah. We had pecan crusted french toast and the bottomless mimosas. We love Cohens Retreat because the food is consistent and the service is good. Definitely a must try.
Our first time here and the food was absolutely DELISH!!! I’ve always heard so many great things about this restaurant and I was happy to finally get to experience it myself. Our server Gabriella was super nice and helpful. Everyone was so nice from the servers to the hostess. We can’t wait to return! Hope you enjoy the photos 📸
Dinner was very nice. Friendly & romantic. Great little art community and store to browse before or after dinner.
Awesome experience... loved the cabin, Clementine Kitty and the atmosphere 😍 I will stay here every time I go to Savannah!
We went to Cohens Retreat for the first time. I loved the ambiance of the interior. There was a group (band) of people sitting in the lobby playing music... it was really cool to watch them. I had the shrimp and grits and would have to say that it was the ABSOLUTE BEST that I have EVER had! We have friends coming to visit and we are definitely taking them for brunch!
Love my Thursday evenings here. Niki and Brian are great at the bar. Was there last night and outside bar was open again which was wonderful. Food is always great and reasonably priced. Added benefits of Thursday evenings are drinks are on special all night.
Had never been to Cohens Retreat before so took a few minutes before lunch to see the inside area, market and boutique. A little wait for my table but very friendly, informative staff to chat with. Great new menu and beverage list. Chose a baby salad and the chowder, very good. Will definitely go back and try something else soon.
Entering this old building reminded me more or a museum or a library but from what I know it used to be a retirement home. The inside of this place is huge and every room has its own artistic touch. We got a table immediately and service was quick. The food was decent, but coffee was great. They have a merchandise store inside and another coffee bar.
As the 2020-2021 President of Buy Local Savannah we have enjoyed working with the staff at Cohens Retreat for our monthly luncheons. They are accommodating and professional. We hosted several lunches there over the course of 2021 and they were all successful. Great food, lovely staff, beautiful building. Highly recommend.
Bottomless mimosas are always the best..try the French toast
The crab soup was perfection!! I am now addicted, and will be going back again this week.☺ The staff were polite and very attentive. Love the decor, this would be a wonderful place for rehearsal dinners or receptions. There is also a little shop on one side, with a charming little sweet shoppe next to it.
Had another great meal at Cohens. Sundays brunch menu has a little bit of everything to choose from. Our table had the French toast, chicken biscuit, eggs Benedict, shrimp and grits, & omelet. We also ordered the fried green tomatoes (served with bacon jam and pimento cheese) which are a favorite! VV was our server and she did a great job and was very attentive. We will be back! Reservations are accepted and recommended here
Shrimp and grits were delicious. Great atmosphere and staff were very friendly and attentive.
The food and service was horrible. Not worth the price very disappointing
Cohens Retreat has cottages for overnight stay. I did not eat here while on a business trip. Spotless, well appointed and thought out living space with its own front and back porches. I love to sit outside. Parking is a little bit of a walk depending on which cottage you have, but nice paved paths and well maintained landscaping lead you to each. Would love to stay here again and check out the dining options.
Loved this place, so cute. The food was delicious and The Bowie was the best cocktail I’ve had in a while. The fried chicken was well-seasoned and I was expecting basic mac and cheese but it was truly southern. Loved the decor. Music was awesome. Marty was a great server with an actual personality. We’ll be back!
Food was great, a little more descriptive information about how the food is prepared would be helpful. I ordered the Savannah Crab rice and wasnt aware it was a fried rice preparation. Wait staff very friendly.
This is the Ted Lasso of restaurants. It is a total feel good experience, starting with the heartwarming story of its creator and its all encompassing tribute to art and history. And, the food is excellent too! If 6 stars were available, Id give it.
My husband and I had an intimate wedding ceremony in one of the squares downtown and then had dinner afterwards at Cohens Retreat in October of 2020. Cohens was the best option we could find for the budget we had. We rented out The Clubhouse. It was plenty of room for 20-ish people, and the food was AMAZING! Our bartender was also so, so sweet and gracious with us and made us some very good drinks (that we still make to this day). 10/10 would definitely recommend!!!
Food was delicious but a little pricey! Staff was good. Food was slow coming from the kitchen so dont go if you are on a limited schedule. Overall, excellent food!
Went here for happy hour recently and had a great time! They had live music in their outdoor area, and the drinks were amazing! The outdoor area is so cute with pick-up truck tables and pretty string lights everywhere! I will definitely be bringing my friends back here soon!
Very nice. The pop-up party had lots of local vendors. The food and drinks were good. Overall a great experience.
We were listening to music in the clubhouse on a Wednesday night with the Midtown Pickers. Stop by any Wednesday night
As always fun was had by all...great food...drinks...live music...festive atmosphere...friendly customer service!! Looking forward to the next visit!
Food was very good . However it wasnt something that said , I have to come back here again
This is a really neat place to eat. We had lunch on a cool rainy day and the inside was very inviting and cozy. They even had the fireplaces roaring.My only little criticism is the lunch menu selection is limited and some of the portions felt small.
Also Place very nice Im a truck guy so when I seen the bed of the truck I was in Heaven
Best place we ate at in Savannah! The fried green tomatoes were mind blowing!! Seriously. Whatever you do, you must try the hushpuppies! You will never look at a hushpuppy the same. Great service. Grest place to browse and enjoy the art and decor as well
We held our wedding reception at Cohens Retreat. It was absolutely perfect. We started planning about 18 months out from our date and Gabby stayed in almost constant contact with me and our planner. Gabby answered every question I had and was always available to us. She made planning easy and fun. All of the staff at Cohens were great! We ate many meals there in between planning and the actual day and were never disappointed. Every staff member we encountered was professional, friendly, and knowledgable. The food is absolutely delicious and our guests were super impressed. Chris, the banquet captain was fabulous the night of and made us feel really welcomed. We could not have asked for a better event! They made everything perfect!
Nice decor, service was great the food underwhelming.
A great oasis on Skidaway Island. Walk in and leave the world behind. We stopped in for a drink and appetizer of fried green tomatoes, pimento cheese and bacon jam. Out of this world delicious. I had a gin martini and my daughter had a Moscow Mule made with Savannah vodka. We walked around in the shops with our drinks in hand. Made shopping more fun. They have a restaurant and large event center in the building. Sitting area outside around the huge water fountain. Fun place to relax.
Great atmosphere, great food, great service. We took my mother for her birthday, and the chef came out and talked to her (she was delighted with the shrimp and grits and the chef’s tomato jelly, and he gave her a small jar of it as a gift). Very nice experience, and we will be back in the future.
It used to be a retreat for old Men, but now its a beautiful ,venue for a gathering or just lunch....
Staff was friendly and the food was good. Loved the southern coastal themed shop. Only reason I dont give 5 star rating is because there arent many menu options for people who have dairy allergies such as myself.
Smoked chicken wings was the star of our meal. Amazing appetizer, We left wanting more 4 wings was just not enough. Order extra sauce ot was soooo good.. We also had the fried chicken sandwich which was also great. Marty our server was awesome. Outside looks histori. But the inside is very modern and trendy. We are in Savannah 3 days and want to come back before we leave.
Trying to deal with the site manager is not possible, go through AirBnB or nothing. Asked manager what kind of coffee pot they had prior to arrival, reply, go thorough AirBnB for that info. I had pre-paid for myself and my girlfriend. Received E-Mail explaining check in process. Given code for lock box which had two keys??? Only one opened the two door locks. Turns out the other was for the laundry room. Welcome packet said the laundry key would be on the refrigerator, not so.Welcome packet gave numbers of two employees to contact if things went wrong. AC went out 2nd day, turns out neither individual worked there. One of the individuals was kind enough to give my girlfriend contact information so we could get it fixed. Remainder of the stay went well. Great place and location.Problems with the cottage, couch and chair were two pieces of furniture that should have been left outside on the side walk for free. Doubt anyone would have taken them. Shower did not have grab bars, hard and dangerous for elderly, which we are, to shower.There was absolutely no communication of the activities going on in the main building. Cottages are behind the main building, so unable to see if anything was going on. Poor communication with guests. Could not have brunch on Mother’s Day, no reservations. Who knew. We stayed 10 days, May 2-11, and not once did anyone, including the manager Gabby, come to our cottage to welcome us, see how things were going, or give us a list of activities. At a hotel your at least welcomed when you check in.
This place was a Nutter Delight! The first thing that you notice is the funky and very cool and hip decor. From the prior residents walking canes which are artfully hung on a wall to the tree made of old silver, Cohens retreat is an artistic find. Most importantly, the food was delicious and reasonably priced. I went there for lunch and have the tomato pie which I cannot recommend highly enough. My friend had the salad Trio which she said was also tasty. We share the apple cobbler, which for my taste, was a tad too sweet but otherwise very good with Leopolds Ice Cream sitting a top it. My husband and I are going to go back in a week to have dinner there. It would also be a fabulous place for a holiday dinner or corporate lunch. This truly is one of the Hidden gems of Savannah
Quite far away from main tourist actions in Savannah. This is absolutely a local gem. This restaurant was renovated possibly from an old church. It has lots of different rooms. It can accommodate a small wedding and many different parties at the same time. Their decorations were great. You can tell they put a lot of thought into it. Rustic, but elegant.The food here were great! They served southern food with a little enhancement. They have life music from music lovers. You can tell they enjoy the moment. Service was excellent. Highly recommended!
This place is a one of a kind restaurant. I enjoyed my visit as I briefly stopped in to have a bite to eat and a cocktail. The bar-tender was very friendly and knowledgeable. The host were kind as well. I appreciated the great customer service( their vibe) as I often find this to be a rarity. The crab cakes and stew was delicious and the key lime pie was awesome. I will definitely visit again when in the area and have already recommended it to friends near and far. The artistic designs throughout the place was a unique. I just had a lovely experience here. The prices were also very reasonable for the quality of food. The chef even came out to greet some guest.
Eating here is an experience. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars, instead of 5, is because of the price. We ordered “crab cakes” and wings from the small plates menu — both were beautiful and tasty, but the crab cakes were disappointingly small and more expensive.My favorite thing about Cohen’s is the atmosphere. Each room is a masterpiece that takes dining to the next level. I’ll let these pictures speak for themselves.
We held a private whole day event and this place was nothing short of spectacular. Great value with tremendous service. Chris Christian was so attentive and caring and exceeded my expectations. The food was so delicious. Would love to visit again!
Love my Thursday evenings here. Niki and Brian are always great. Love that outside bar is open again.
I fancy myself a foodie and was not disappointed. Marty made great wine and food recommendations and was very attentive. The property is gorgeous. Much more accessible than downtown.
A beautiful atmosphere. Very warm and inviting. The apple cobbler was amazing but the rest of our dinner could have provided more flavor. It looked delicious but really lacked love.
Okay food. Nothing to rave about. The hostess was friendly but it stopped there. We were the only guests I saw the entire time we were there. The waiter was obviously not glad we were there. He didnt check on us after delivering our food until we flagged him down. We arrived around 3pm on a Thursday and were told there was no alcohol being served except beer and wine which was interesting. They also didnt have any non alcoholic beer options. So I ended up choosing water, however when my water glass was empty, it was never refilled.When it came to desert they were out of the buttermilk pie... at 3pm on a Thursday... they havent even had their dinner rush... interesting setup. I wont be returning.
Way overpriced for what it is. Cool vibe in a different sort of location but I paid $15 for a burger the size of a sausage patty. The only redeeming thing were the brussel sprouts.
This place consists of a gift shop in three separate gathering halls. this entire place is very spacious and beautiful and well designed. there are also cabins in the back for an overnight stay. The pictures will not do this place justice. There is such a warm vibe emanating from this establishment. I would definitely go back and recommend it to anyone who wants to try a very fancy date night.
Amazing service. Had fried green tomatoes, fish dip, bread plate, and fries as well as the sparkling rose and pinot noir. We were checked on multiple times and never left unattended or without water. Will definitely recommend!
It was very cozy, and the area was nice and quiet. The only little things was that therrs a cleaning fee yet the place was very extremely dusty and after mopping it twice the floor was a little more cleaned up I had to also ask for a new blanket because the one originally there was stained and had stuck on food. I recieved blankets and towels so it wasnt too bad.Id stay again I loved the fact I could cook nice meals and enjoy it.
My wife and I had a wonderful dinner about two weeks ago with all aspects of the dinner most enjoyable. My wife really enjoyed the crab cake and said it was the closest to our memories of living on the Chesapeake Bay for many years. Chef Rob came to the table and outlined options for a vegetarian meal that was not on the menu but was delightful in both creativity and flavor. We will definitely return. Also, no parking hassles!!
Cohen’s is an excellent venue to meet friends and family and enjoy great food and drink. The staff are very friendly and quick to help ensure patrons service is first rate. Also live musical entertainment is very nice and appreciated touch.
Love it here! Super quiet for maximum relaxation and a very clean place! We loved our time here and definitely recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in Savannah!
This was a very unique experience for dinner. My date and I both ordered the specials for the evening and they were both extremely fresh. The staff was helpful, kind, and respectful. We were recommended to this place by someone who lives nearby and it was a perfect decision. All items are $30 and below.
Cool place for dinner and celebrations, we were celebrating afrieds birthday! bar area was very appealing also. Menu limited when we were there however our group was satisfied with everything we ordered. We will return!
Average at Best, Service was extremely slow. Food overpriced and small portions. Beautiful restored building. Find another place to eat in Savannah, there are many great restaurants.
I was very excited after seeing married to medicine to take my friends to Cohen’s retreat very nice atmosphere our waiter Greg was very helpful and very nice but where they fell short was my burger was dry it felt like a frozen burger overcooked my fries had the whole salt shaker on it my friends had to return their meal not once but twice the the lamb was burnt and the shrimp and grits had enough salt 🧂 to to kill you felt like the chef did that on purpose . definitely definitely DO NOT go here !!!!!!
While the interior is lovely, I would much rather spend my money elsewhere. The food is lacking especially considering the price. There are better fine dining establishments in Savannah with consistent exceptional customer service.
No restaurant in Savannah compares to Cohens. The food is delicious and flavorful without the flavor being solely salt. I’ve ate at another one of the chefs restaurants and had the same experience. His name is Will. Not to mention they have a great happy hour special..
Disappointing. I ordered the strip steak (and like others have noted) came pre cut, tough and relatively a small portion. Potatoes were good. Okra was plentiful, piled high in fact, but its one veggie I just dont like. Service and ambiance were ok. Bottom line, not a good place for a steak dinner.
Thoroughly enjoyed a fairly spontaneous luncheon for 12 at Cohens!Allie was our server and she was delightful and so very efficient. We selected a wide variety of entrees and the kitchen was superb. No complaints, everything seemed garden fresh. This is an easy to find spot for locals and worth finding for tourists. Tons of parking, elegant presentation but prices are reasonable and Cohens even has boutique shops - really cool merchandise also at great prices. Thank You for hosting our group!
Blase exterior hides a really interesting space with a mid century vibe. Theyve worked hard to make a comfy and useful place to spend some time. My experience was for a work retreat so we spent a full work day. Lunch was well-rounded with something for everyone (shrimp and grits for me), with most of the food scratch-made on premises. My one complaint is that the HVAC can be loud and pity the person sitting under the downdraft.
A nice cozy classy hidden gem. Awesome eclectic upscale decor. Awesome staff & service. Great food! Killer cocktails! What more could you ask for!
Had a great evening with friends at Cohens Retreat. Excellent food, outstanding service. The eclectic decorations and design add go the lustre and charm of this delightful place for a wonderful dinner for two or a special event.
Food very good. Waiter bent over backwards to help us. BUT we waited over an hour to get food and there was no call for that. Not good.
I’ve been to this restaurant several times and every time it has been fantastic! The food and service are top notch and the decor is very eye catching. I wonder if there is a better restaurant in the Savannah area? Whether you live in Savannah or are just visiting, I highly encourage you to visit.
Had Sunday brunch here. Such a cool place with a fun vibe. The food was delicious! Service was great too!
Some friends and I visited this little gem during Savannahs Restaurant Week. Our server was the most WONDERFUL Mr. Louis! I immediately disclosed to him that I have a nut allergy, Louis took the lead and navigated my taste buds in the right direction. Louis was not only attentive to our party of three, conversational on the craziest subjects, but the ONLY reason well visit again. When you visit..ask for Louis!
The food was well prepared and delicious. The ambiance was nice, and on for a Friday night, very quiet.
When looking for our wedding reception venue we were looking for something romantic and modern with a mix of vintage. We were immediately drawn to Cohens with its beautiful and artsy touches but originally thought they were out of our price range. But after talking further with Gabby and having her explain all of our options we realized it was perfect for us. We had a small destination wedding (we live in MD) in September. Our ceremony was at Wormsloe Historic Site and reception at Cohens Retreat which worked out perfectly as theyre only a few miles apart from each other. I (bride) cant say enough good things about working with Gabby and how flexible and patient she was with us. She was really attentive to all of my numerous questions and was good about calling me back and replying to my emails. She went over every option available and explained everything in detail. I really appreciated her working with not only me but our other vendors to make sure everything ran smoothly. On the day of the wedding I was sad I couldnt meet Gabby in person but was told she was on a much needed vacation so was happy to hear she was having fun with her family! The only thing I would note is that there were extra empty place settings/chairs at some of our tables which made them look a little empty. Im not sure if there was miscommunication somehow that led to this but overall our experience was great with Cohens staff. The (I think his name was Chris?) who was the other event manager and our bartender for the night was amazing! He was very helpful and super friendly! Our guests had nothing but nice things to say about him and would definitely recommend to other brides to book your wedding at Cohens with their awesome event team and beautiful decor.
Really!!!! You have to stop here😃 The bar has Happy hours and great small prices for delicious treats, like the green fried tomatoes with tasty pimento cheese and the best bacon jam, you’ll love it.
Amazing find! Private location with lots of choices for private dining, small or large groups. Exceptional dedicated staff who take pride in their jobs. Outstanding food served with a gourmet flair. I look forward to coming back again or bringing out of town guests. Cohens retreat also does weddings or events.We were here for an early lunch. Started with shrimp and corn chowder and a seasonal salad with petite watermelon balls, blueberries and mint/arugula leaves. Main course - fried shrimp and flounder sandwich with fresh cut fries. Dessert - peach and blueberry cobbler with leopolds vanilla ice cream.Highly recommend over vics on the river or chart house. Same prices but far superior quality .
What a very cool place! Beautiful firnishings, wonderful art and touches. Them there is the food. From soup to dessert it was a feast for the taste buds. Definitely returning for the Tomato pie! Service was efficient and attentive. A pleasure!
Beautifully renovated and re-purposed Cohens Old Mans Retreat. Warm and inviting ambience, great food, artisan cocktails and wonderful service. Nikki provided a friendly welcome at the bar, and Louis gave us an excellent tour of the various dining rooms, event space, and market before serving us a delicious dinner. My sister and brother-in-law were visiting from Denver and considering a move to Savannah. Together we enjoyed appetizers of Deviled Eggs and Crab Lillies followed by the Duck Pot Pie, Pork Chop, Fried Chicken and the Crispy Duck Breast special. We finished this wonderful evening with Pecan Pie, Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream and Apple Crumble Cheesecake. We will definitely be back!
Great place to eat .... we went for brunch and the mimosas where delish... My husband and friend raved about the bacon jam that is served with the fried green tomatoes....
Food was great, the hostess was very sweet, and the decor was very interesting in a good way!
The atmosphere was really nice with cool eclectic decor!! Food was very delicious!!
Second time eating here. Each room is different, eclectic, and beautifully decorated. The food and drinks are phenomenal! I cannot wait for my next visit.
Kids plates were inedible. Burger was hard as a hockey puck. The kids just laughed. My fish was oily and not nearly as good as it was a few months ago. Same with the wifes crab cakes. Overall, just lacks consistency in quality and hey, if you want the little folks to be happy, they like their food prepared well just like we do. Also, very long waits between first greeting, getting water, 20 minutes later, here is your wine. Dont go hungy?
Not worth more than one star. If I could give it less I would.Took my family for my daughters 18th birthday, and they ruined it!WE WERE THE ONLY CUSTOMERS, and they still managed to serve cold food.3 out of 5 dishes were served cold. My daughters steak was cold, my lamb ribs and my kids burger. 2 fish plates served luke warm. Fish was supposed to be grouper, pretty sure it was catfish we were served.Sent steak back cuz it was cold. We were, supposed to get an overpriced skirt steak cooked medium and in return we get a overpriced skirt steak RARE.The fries are supposed to be homemade and Fantastic according to the waitress, they were regular fries from Walmarts frozen food section.Mac and cheese were out of a box, again supposed to be homemade.Lamb ribs were served cold, mac and cheese served cold.For the money this place charges, and how empty the place was we should have had an incredible experience and meal.Such a let down.Never again!
Checked out Cohen’s Retreat for a friends birthday and really loved the atmosphere. A private room was rented with a bar and we had specials all night from the bar menu. Fried green tomatoes, the Cohens cheeseburger with collard greens were fantastic! Can’t wait to return!
Cohens Retreat is a Savannah gem. Yes, its off the beaten path for Savannah restaurants, but that also lends it some charm - youll have no parking issues, and not have many of the touristy-hype-thats-not-warranted-problems. The building sat abandoned and in shambles for years, and the owners have done a loving rehab that is stunning, complete with many small rooms to dine, and an artists collective of small hand-crafted shops.The food is consistently delicious. Shrimp beignets and zhushed-up fried green tomatoes are great small plates, if they have lobster bisque dont miss it, and their seasonal salads are fresh and clean. Entrees... Yes, theyre known for their crab cakes (Maryland native here, so standards are high and they deliver - flying in Maryland crab regularly for the cakes), but all of the seafood entrees are a lock. The seared scallops with asparagus and grit cakes are great, as is their grilled grouper. And, unlike a lot of higher-end restaurants, they dont disappoint with the same old-same old (key lime pie, anyone?) desserts, with a number of seasonal desserts that will knock your socks off.Service has always been proficient and friendly (ask for JaCori if you can get him!)... except for a few nights ago, when - whoa, surprised here - we had a young man who rushed us and seemed really peeved. Having been here many times Im going to chalk this up to a one-off and still say, this is 5-star Savannah dining.
Beautiful building and grounds away from downtown area. Food was delicious and service was prompt and personable. Will definitely return here on our next trip!
Truly outstanding lunch...4 shared appetizers....Crab cake, pimiento cheese bruschetta , tomato pie, and fried green tomatoes...such attention to detail in every dish....wonderful flavors. Great red sangria. A new find in Savannah. Great boutique store.
Good food and great atmosphere. Ive only eaten at lunchtime and their menu was rather sparse. Few choices, but everyone in my party enjoyed what they ordered.
Excellent snapper and husband said it was the best steak he has had in Savannah.
We tried the french toast and the bacon jam benedict. The french toast was good but had no pecans. The both of the eggs were cooked to a soft boil, not poached. The bacon jam on the biscuit was delicious.
Cohen’s Retreat is beautiful! I attended an event at the location so unfortunately I didn’t sit in the restaurant area. However, the place was beautiful. I decided to have chicken tenders and fries and it was delicious!
This was a bit disappointing, I was expecting an experience. I received a dry pork chop with no sauce, 2 pancakes and a cup of air fried brussel sprouts... I asked for mac n cheese and was told they had sold out. It literally takes 10 minutes to make mac n cheese. Was unimpressed.
Cohens Retreat is a great destination spot in Savannah whether youre from Savannah or just visiting. The items available in the retail space are well curated and selected with the inventory comprised of locally produced goods to exotic one-of-a-kinds and everything in between with a range of prices leaving it affordable for all budgets. I have not yet had the pleasure to eat there, but I look forward to a return trip with my friends to have a decadent lunch based on what I saw on the menu. The list of classes for those in the area look fantastic (and affordable considering the professional instruction) and the space alone is artistically inspiring, leaving plenty to see and admire if all you do is stop to visit the space. This doesnt even include all of the historical aspects one can learn about while there, or the other artist spaces on the premise. Every visit youll find something new (even if its been there all along) and will leave you wanting to come back again and again. Dont believe me in describing that awesomeness, then I recommend you visit yourself, I promise you wont be disappointed!
From an event venue perspective, this place is an absolute nightmare. We had issues from the moment our contract was signed, and they continued well after our wedding reception was over. The contract is pretty vague, but theyre sure to reference it when it works in their favor. Otherwise, nothing for you as a customer is set in stone. The current event and development manager (which seems like a stretch) is incredibly rude and unhelpful, and she refuses to work (cooperatively or otherwise) with brides. I never once laid eyes on her throughout the 9 month planning process.Nothing is truly included in the venue rental and the onsite caterer is challenging to work with. They will do absolutely nothing on your event day besides unlock the front door. We woke up the Monday after our wedding to an outpouring of congratulations and kind notes from our other wedding vendors, but all I ever got from Cohens Retreat was a bill for excessive cleaning.Stay FAR AWAY from this place if youre looking for an event venue or event vendor. There are other beautiful locations in Savannah that will treat you like an actual customer, and plenty of incredible vendors that are willing to actually help.
What a treasure this place is! Im so pleased with their delectable food and quiet atmosphere. I love the quality of the shopping available after a good lunch.
Atmosphere, food and service were all fantastic! Will definitely visit again.
Absolutely fantastic time spent at their bar. Erin and Nikki made the experience unforgettable.
Nice atmosphere, good service and excellent food. It was 4 of us celebrating my Birthday and everybodys food came out excellent...well seasoned..and very presentable.
First visit. Salad was good. Interesting shops.
What an amazing experience! Welcoming environment and Chris took great care of us. Even gave us a tour of the property! Cant wait to come back :)
Great for the price, much better than staying at a hotel. You can cook, youve got a full size stove and refrigerator, good closet space, ceiling fans in living room and bedroom, overall a pleasant stay.
Not a place I would travel a distance to dine at. Their bread is like concrete, food is ok but nothing to brag about. Wait staff needs training. Dont plan to visit again. Also very pricey for what you get.
Bar great. Parking not. Can get loud. Drinks still good.
Great location. Food is always great and the atmosphere is wonderful. The staff always appear cheery and on the ball. Would HIGHLY recommend.
Absolutely amazing. The Food is To Die For. The atmosphere is stunning. The event space is gorgeous. We had our annual company party there and it was so elegant.
Don’t tell anyone how cool this place is.Went pre-rush brunch and heard the guys picking out on the lobby. Great Bar and Coffee Shop, with an event space as well.
Everything from the decor to the food to the service was exquisite, EXCEPT in the designer shops. Request to exchange a small nonseasonsal gift was denied. THAT left a very bad taste in my mouth.
Food was excellent service was fantastic it is a fancy place prices demonstrate that not a inexpensive place to eat but if you want to experience fine Southern dining at its best then I recommend it
Im so sorry 😣😤...for such a decorated atmosphere ....I couldnt help but pay attention to what lies beneath🤐... I visited the Ladies 🌃 night out with my three daughters (16,14,4yrs)...My teens😳 brought somethings to my attention that I didnt notice right away🤔... Thank God for the one waiter that (Afro-American) finally did come to wait on us after the others avoided us.. 😑...We are a multi-cultural family and this is a multi-cultural Nation. Please take 📝 note and act accordingly... 😒🙏...#that_isSomeCoverOnThatBook
Hailing originally from Annapolis, MD, I have a very high bar set for crabcakes and these are hands down the BEST crabcakes Ive had in the Southeast. A bit more of a splurge than Id normally pay for myself for dinner during the week, but I would happily pay it again if I could get those crabcakes again!!
Great food and service.
I like the ambiance, however the quality of the food has lessened since our visit a year ago. We had steaks and primerib both of which had a lot of fat on it.
Absolutely, awesome hidden gem in Savannah. Not only is the decor as awesome as the menu but you can rent cabins to stay on the grounds as well.
Delicious food. Lovely atmosphere and great staff. The bacon jam is a must. Do the brunch!
Had a great business lunch here and enjoyed the meal, menu options, and atmosphere. Portions were large, and the staff was friendly and professional.
While the space is beautiful and the staff is outstanding, sadly, sadly, the food is mediocre with flashes of brilliance. If you want to be safe, ask the wait staff what to eat and stick to their recs.
Great space for an event. Food is good, staff is friendly.
Great place for cocktails with friends. Staff is friendly. Niki is a master mixologist and always has a smile to go along with it.
Ryan was a delightful bartender and the pulled pork sandwich was great!
I love the food, decor and the live music. The service is a little lacking but overall its pretty nice.
Delicious chicken with biscuit and gravy, endless mimosas, bloody marys
We had the place to ourselves! We did an early dinner at 5:30 and the dining room was empty. The food and service was excellent.
Off the beaten path jewel. Bar, dining, and artful gift shops. Thursday evenings offer live music and all night happy hour.
Great happy hour prices !!! Smoked wings were to die for, great interior decor and cool family owned
Fantastic restaurant! My family and I went here 1 year ago, and the food, and the service was phenomenal.
Delicious food in a great atmosphere. I loved exploring this fantastic venue. What an impressive place!
Food quality used to be better here. We went for a late lunch yesterday and it was definitely not worth the price. So sad because we used to love this place.
Food was delicious, the atmosphere was conducive to great conversation and our server Trevor was superb (knowledgeable of the menu and friendly)!
Such a nice place with a great staff! They are the epitome of kindness and hospitality!
Very good meal and atmosphere, one of the best in Savannah
2 meals that came out terribly. What was so bad was the manager and chef never came out until we complained about being charged full price for in eaten meals.
Food was great! Very nice place! Manager was rude to an employee in front of me which I thought was tacky.
Wow! I wont drag this out, if you dont go here your missing out on fantastic food, atmosphere, and service A+++
This was for a special event. Had a private room which was perfect. Food was great. Enjoyed evening immensely.,
Excellent food at a reasonable price. Wait staff is very friendly and attentive.
Food was excellent as always. Our server must have been having a bad day. He usually is not as abrupt.
Everyone was so nice! We needed a place to sit and work for a while and the employees were so accommodating and attentive.
Very nice venue, good food
Such incredible food and amazing atmosphere. very eclectic!!!
Delicious! Probably the best hush puppies ever!!
Too long of a wait for your food
Awesome place for lunch.!!!
Really fun place. So much ti to look at. Food and service was outstanding. The ballroom was stunning!!
Delicious food! Service was awesome!
Nice place to dine , my first time dinning there. Nice space for a special events. And private parties
We dined in the restaurant and it was great! Great food, great service, great atmosphere!
Beautiful and the food was delicious! Definitely a nice place to go for dinner or lunch!
Loved the food, the waiterwas awesome. The host of this event was great.
Wonderful experience. French toast was amazing and our server Gregory was great
Excellent food! Friendly staffLove the eclectic furniture and vibe
Happy hour 2 drinks for the price of one, free hor dourves, live music. Beautiful atmosphere.
Good service, great embiance and mediocre food. Lovely place and numerous rooms for events.
Great room for a High School reunion. Heavy hors doeuvres were well done and nice presentation.
This place is wonderful. Attended a party here. They provide excellent customer service and great food.
Love this place. Its a must to do whether you are a local or visiting Savannah. Stay in one of their bungalows.
Very good salad and steak. Fairly priced.
Its been awesome every time we dined here.
Unique ambiance and excellent food. $$$Good for that special event in your life.
Great venue and food. We loved a murder mystery presented there and hope to see more!
Son had the school dance the 2 years in a row and it was a fabulous place for the event!
Cozy inside. They had some great happy hour drink specials and the staff was so friendly!
Love it! The food and atmosphere was fabulous! Best Bridal Luncheon ever!
Wonderful experience! Food was fabulous and great as t ambiance!
Beautiful elegant rustic decor, delicious food, friendly staff...Ill be back!
Cant day enough about the beauty, service and hospitality this gem has to offer! Had the best experience and recommend especially for special occasions!
It is a wonderful place to visit ,great food, great ambiance , awesome gallery and great people.
Beautiful, fun, elegant and yet comfortable surroundings. Great environment for delightful gatherings.
Menu change again come on now. They have no consistency in the kitchen and it reflects the inconsistency of the food they keep changing.
Great place, excellent food, superb group setting.
The decor is great, the staff is very friendly, the food is just ok.
Great gem in our city!!!! Totally brings life and some cool artists together. Community!
Great, cozy restaurant. Excellent main courses, knowledgeable and friendly staff
Generous portions with incredible atmosphere. Ill definitely be coming back!
Attended an event here that was supposed to be upscale, but it didnt feel upscale. Service was hit or miss throughout the event.
Awesome place, awesome management, awesome chef and the best food in savannah-a must do for locals and visitors alike.
A beautifully rehabbed old Savannah landmark into a boutique of stores and a unique restaurant with healthy options that are delicious.
Buffett was very good for a wedding shower.
Very nice atmosphere and great menu.
A pretty neat place that has some really good food.
Top notch restaurant with great food and service. Highly recommended
Fantastic experience.
Great shopping, drinks, and live music!
The Restaurant is Absolutely Beautiful and the food definitely DELICIOUS!
My family and friends had a wonderful experience at this venue.
Great food and amazing service
Awesome
My food was good and my brother n law cook there...
Great Place!! Love the Bar Appetizers
Great as always.
WoW! Amazingly beautiful decor & the food was fantastic!
Great food, nice elegant atmosphere.
Total reviews rating 4.5
199 Reviews for Cohens Retreat 2023:
Review №1
2022-02-15The food and service was good. It was my first time here, but Im guessing I was treated like a frequent guest which isnt bad. Wife made reservations for a special Valentine dinner at $70.00 per person. No worries as we are not bothered to pay extra for good food with a beautiful atmosphere, but what we paid for the small portion sizes was a bit much. Had the value been better I may have been excited about going back, but now, Ill pass. Almost $200 with tip and left hungry....
Review №2
2021-12-26If you haven’t had their takeout package with Turkey and sides! You are missing out. They very best turkey we have ever had. First experience was Thanksgiving Dinner 2021 - everything was delicious! Went back again for Christmas Dinner 2021 - everything was excellent. The turkey is so moist and delicious. Everything is so easy! Ordering, pick up and cooking! Super simple and so worth it!
Review №3
2022-06-11We held my wedding reception at Cohens Retreat. It was a small reception for 6-8 people. Natasha Davis helped us in booking the room and ordering the food in advance, and she is great. We took the chefs dining room. The food was delicious and service was warm. We started close to their closing time but they arranged for us and the kitchen and waiters/waitress was there with us untill the end which is 1 hour exceeding their closing time. What impressed me was the other guests having dinner there was cheering and congratulating for us when we came in. People go to the place they like, nice people go to nice place, isnt it?
Review №4
2022-05-24It’s a great atmosphere. Fun to see and the bar is great. We have now been there twice and are underwhelmed. We moved to Savannah from NYC 18 months ago. Maybe we are expecting a bit too much. The food/flavors were good. The plating needs a lot of work. Way too many grits to go with 4 scallops at the price. The shrimp and grits were not appealing looking at all. You eat with your eyes first. Hoping they work on that aspect of things as it is a nice venue.
Review №5
2022-02-21I hosted my 40th birthday party at Cohens. We rented the whole north wing since we had a band. Everything about the process was perfect - from booking with Gabby to organizing with Natasha - it could not have been any better. On the night of the event, the food was incredible, the bar handled the crowd with no issue, and the service was above and beyond. Everything was set up on time, beautifully done, water glasses were full before the first guest even arrived. Food was put out on time, plates were picked up, and they even cut and served the birthday cake with a champagne toast. I could go on and on about how fabulous they were and how happy I am that we booked with them!
Review №6
2022-05-06Ordered the Charcuterie Board, Southern Tomato Pie, and Fried Green Tomatoes. They were all so very tasty; terrific presentation, too. The kids had the Fried Chicken Sandwich and Cohens Smash Burger, both of which were delicious. The hostess was fabulous and very helpful. Our party of seven got a table in a big, beautiful semi-private room.There is also a cute gift shop and a small bakery in the restaurant -- very tastefully done. From the initial greeting by the hostess, this place felt elegant.Definitely coming back.
Review №7
2022-04-28We ate here after a wedding. Overall, the food was good. There was a limited menu and a few people in our party requested to eat something else and our server made us go to the bar to order it. The male bartender was a jerk in my opinion. He was so bothered that 2 adults and 1 child was ordering off the kids menu. Nonetheless, the food was good. The drinks were okay. Everyone felt as if he had a heavy pour. Our server was over booked we think as she was working two large parties. At one point, we had to refill our own water and drinks more than once. I would probably return.
Review №8
2022-02-10Been there half dozen times. Beautiful, charming place and environment. However, very pricey and getting steeper. I had pork chop. It was small, overcooked, and tasteless. My wife ordered crab cakes. There were two small ones with a cold relish on them for $34. If you want a salad or bread, both items are additional charges! There was plenty of rice and beans. From now on I , will frequent other restaurants.
Review №9
2022-06-14The food did not match the vibe at all. We ordered the bacon jam Benedict and the French toast. There was no flavor to the Benedict, eggs were just under done. The French toast had flavor but could have used a more substantial bread. The coffee was great and the sweet tea way way overpriced. The retreat itself is beautiful with a couple of hidden nooks.
Review №10
2022-03-17What a great quiet place for a great Sunday lunch. First time we have visited, the shrimp and grits DELICIOUS! The staff was very professional and courteous. Something you do not see much anymore.Great job Cohens Retreat!