Sanaa...Any reviews?

[anbouk]

Wondering whether we should keep our ressie for Sanaa? Any Reviews would be appreciated? Pics would be awesome, too! TIA

 

[choirchic]

Wondering whether we should keep our ressie for Sanaa? Any Reviews would be appreciated? Pics would be awesome, too! TIA

Was wondering the same thing...we have some free time on our MNSSHP day and I got an ADR here that day for lunch. I'd love to hear!

 

[catne]

awesome views, great service, cool decor....food, not so much. If you're getting it for free dining, and going in early evening when the animals may be out then might be worth going. Some of the food was good, some was awful, and portions were small. Here's my review, pictures included; scroll down to post #107

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2161096&page=8

 

[PrincessMickey]

I agree the atmoshere was great. The views were great. But the food was only so-so. I'm not sure we ill go back or not.

 

[FiggyFan44]

My family ate there last night and we LOVED it. We had 8:30 reservations which made it nice and quiet. The servers were very attentive. We could only see animals for a brief time because it became dark outside, but the restaurant's ambience was fantastic. We all enjoyed our food very much. We were not familiar with this type of cuisine, but the waiter did an Excellent job of explaining everything on the menu. We ate the following:

Bread Service: Naan, Roti, Paneer Paratha with Onion Mint Raitha, Mango Chutney, and Tamarind Chutney. One of the breads was REALLY spicy, I think it was the Naan, but I'm not sure. The Onion Mint Raitha was also spicy.

My Mom had the Tandoori Chicken, made to order (not spicy), with Mango Chutney on the side. She found that she loved the chutney mixed with the Basmati rice.

Dad had the pick two: Short ribs and spinach with paneer cheese served with Basmati rice. The short ribs were incredible: moist and delicious. The spinach/cheese was VERY salty.

I had the Dum Biryani: Vegetables mixed with Basmati Rice wrapped in Paratha served with a Pineapple Raitha. This was excellent as well. Like a moist chewy filo dough wrapped around well seasoned rice and veggies. The pineapple raitha is yogurt based, but don't expect sweet processed yogurt, it's the sour, real stuff!

For dessert we had the sampler: Cardamom Cake, Mango Pudding, and Eggless chocolate cake. All of them were good, though mom and dad weren't particularly in love with the Cardamom Cake. I had the Chai Pudding dessert and LOVE LOVE LOVED it. The cardamom cake was delicious dipped in the Chai Pudding as well!

I also had the Durbin Wine Flight - three different reds. Delicious, but strong! Mom had the Gewurtzraminer and enjoyed it very much.

Well that's a little of our experience - hope it helps. Sorry no pics. I think the restaurant is worth a shot if you aren't afraid of new flavors!

 

[webray]

Hubby and I found Sanaa exceptional. We loved it and can't wait to go back. Our server was fabulous. The place is small, very beautiful on inside. The food far surpassed Jiko(these days anyway).

We were there for dinner. Now you have to keep in mind, lunch is very basic. Burgers, sandwiches, etc. They have a couple different things on the menu for lunch. I am sure it is wonderful, but dinner is where they really shined for us. (would try lunch if we were staying there for sure)

 

[kxs401]

Food, service, and views were incomparable when we were there in May. We booked it when we return in September.

It felt a lot like a signature dining experience, to be honest.

 

[choirchic]

Mixed reviews, but most are leaning on the good side...
I'd love to hear more!

 

[dsneygirl]

So-so for me. I was not super impressed with my entree. We ordered the bread selection appetizer and dips which I really enjoyed.

 

[rsimon]

We loved it and will eat there on a regular basis in the future. The bread service is good (BTW, a previous post said the Naan was spicy, that is a different bread, the Naan is like a chewy, crispy pizza crust).

I had the short ribs and shrimp curry with basmati rice. This was a very good combination. The tandori chicken was very good too.

I suspect this will be one of those love it, hate it resturaunts because of the flavors. It has some flavors that are not typically found which is probably why I loved it.

 

[michellev]

I would maybe go back if we were staying at Kidani and wanted something convenient. The bread service was good (but not part of the dining plan), but the entrees were only okay. The dessert wasn't very good. Portions were small. Even with the bread service my DH left hungry.

 

[Pats Dragon]

How much did the wine flight cost? We are planning on going in November.

 

[DVCLiz]

I loved it on a recent solo tip and when I was back again a few weeks ago with my DD15 and DD20, we all loved it. The tandoori shrimp is what I've had both times - yum. I can't remember what the girls had but they were both happy!! They said they would definitely want to return.

The atmosphere is amazing - one of the birds came through the little grate that separates the animals and walked right up to the window - such fun!! The view of the animals is great!