Rhett - Savannah

THE MICROAGGRESSIONS at this place were off the charts. I recently visited and did not feel welcomed at all. I arrived at a reasonable time for my reservation,... read more THE MICROAGGRESSIONS at this place were off the charts. I recently visited and did not feel welcomed at all. I arrived at a reasonable time for my reservation, and upon arrival, we went to the hostess station to check in. The host immediately looked at us with a smug expression. As I was telling him my name, which starts with an “I,” he pointed to another stereotypical Black name and asked if that was it. My guests and I were shocked and in disbelief. After repeatedly stating that my name starts with an “I,” I could not believe he made that assumption. I would never come back here again if this is how you continue to treat guests of color. Shame on the owners and management for allowing this kind of behavior at your establishment. Price per person: $50–60

Friends recommended Rhett near the Savannah, Georgia waterfront as a quick stop during my drive down to Florida, so I decided to give it a try for brunch. The r... read more Friends recommended Rhett near the Savannah, Georgia waterfront as a quick stop during my drive down to Florida, so I decided to give it a try for brunch. The restaurant is beautifully situated inside The Alida Hotel, and the decor is classic, clean Americana — definitely inviting at first glance. Upon entry, there are two bars, one on each side. I sat at the larger bar to the right. The bartender was pleasant, but he appeared overwhelmed and working alone, which set the tone early on. Unfortunately, brunch itself was a letdown. I ordered the Alida Burger with shoestring fries. While the burger was a hearty double patty with cheese and a house “special sauce,” it lacked flavor and any real sense of uniqueness. Honestly, it reminded me that even a Big Mac manages to deliver more personality. The shoestring fries were overcooked and somehow still served cold. Presentation-wise, the plate was simply boring — no visual appeal at all. The bright spot of the experience was Tatiana, who brought my food. She was polite, attentive, and genuinely pleasant. She checked in, made sure I had utensils, and promptly brought ketchup and hot sauce without me having to ask — solid service on her part. Nice job, Tatiana — definitely 5 stars for her. Before leaving, I ordered a double espresso, which took about 15 minutes to arrive. This was toward the end of brunch service, even though the restaurant advertises brunch until 2 p.m. Will I return? No. Would I recommend Rhett to others? Unfortunately, I can’t. I don’t usually write or post negative reviews, but I felt this experience was worth noting. At least Tatiana earned perfect marks, where other people and aspects did not. Food: 1 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3 Price per person: $50–60 Recommendation for vegetarians: Somewhat recommend Parking space: Plenty of parking Parking options: Free of charge parking lot, Paid parking lot, Free of charge street parking, Paid street parking, Free of charge parking garage

The service was great and the atmosphere is great, the presentation was great but was light on the flavor the grits was fantastic. Food: 2 Service: 5 Atmosphere... read more The service was great and the atmosphere is great, the presentation was great but was light on the flavor the grits was fantastic. Food: 2 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

While visiting Savannah three times this year, I went to Rhett twice over the spring and summer. It was so delicious that on my next visit, I decided to go back... read more While visiting Savannah three times this year, I went to Rhett twice over the spring and summer. It was so delicious that on my next visit, I decided to go back in December. To say I was disappointed is an under statement; the food was completely different—not the menu items themselves, but the food itself. My husband and I order the same things every time because we loved Rhett so much. When we ordered our usual dishes, the food was awful; it was bland, cold, and dry. I ordered the breakfast grits which is supposed to come with a “tomato relish” but came with just tomatoes. Our waitress brought out an extra side of sauce for the monary sandwich my husband had and said “Careful, It’s hot.” It was completely cold as if it was just pulled from the fridge! Wasn’t spreadable or anything. DEFINITELY NOT THE RHETT WE REMEMBER!!! I asked our waitress if they got new items or changed their menu and she said they may have switched from the summer menu. By the looks of it, I don’t think they changed much. My only thought is maybe they changed chefs. We loved Rhett—but now, we won’t be going back and won’t be even risking the chance that they changed the menu. Very very disappointing; I even make my grits based off their recipe and found them to taste nothing like they did. :

The staff made the atmosphere very safe and pleasant. Tables spaced and staff wore mask. With Covid you hate to eat out but this place takes the precautions to... read more The staff made the atmosphere very safe and pleasant. Tables spaced and staff wore mask. With Covid you hate to eat out but this place takes the precautions to make your experience safe and comfortable. This was my second visit and only because I experienced the same on the first visit. Thanks to Tommy and all for taking this pandemic serious! You guys are the best.