Located in what began as an old carriage garage and became a car dealership in the 1940`s. The garage`s original concrete floor and driving ramp adds to the 614`s eclectic elegance, this is an upscale bistro. The restaurant serves American meals. Expect the average entrée to cost in the range of $12 to $20, and dress casual, but fashionable.
Atmosphere: You`ll be able to take in the people watching view from many seats at this establishment. Architectually, the restaurant is in an unusual structure. The establishment has a funky and rustic décor. The interior is accented by earth tones, enhanced by architectural artifacts, and the lighting is soft. Vaulted ceilings add depth with an architectural impact.
The restaurant is spacious with high ceilings with seating for 80-100 people. It is comfortable and energetic and patroned by all kinds of people. Table talk is no problem - noise level here is moderate.
More Reasons to Go: Dine to the sounds of live accoustic music at this restaurant on occasion. Savoy 614 Bistro is appropriate (if not ideal) for impressing clients, birthdays, anniversaries, other romantic evenings and groups; also, the establishment is often frequented prior the theatre.
Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner. The menu here at Savoy 614 Bistro changes on a seasonal basis depending on freshness and availability. The cuisine here is influenced by a diverse spectrum of cultures, most notably pan-Asian, French and locally grown produce. Recipes have been considered bold, creative and artistically rendered. Some of the more popular menu items include: award-winning appetizers such as the salmon potstickers, house favorite entrees such as the Petite Australian Filet Mignon and Barbecued Gulf Prawns with Pablano Chili-White Cheddar Cakes and Grilled Asparagus.
Alcohol is served, and you`ll find that there is an excellent wine list. In addition, the facility has a seated bar inside.
Notable Mention: ``One of Sacramento`s Top Ten Restaurants`` -Sacramento Bee; ``Folsom`s Best Restaurant`` - Sacramento News & Review Reader`s Choice Awards.
``The pinnacle in California cuisine.`` - San Mateo County Times
Of Interest: The interior created entirely from reused, recycled and found materials, was built by Owner Carol Nicosia-Whelan and her daughter DJ, a San Francisco artist.
About the Chef: Executive Chef, Mark Liberman brings a fervent curiousity and a passion for creativity to his work. Having ``carte blanche`` to push the culinary envelope, Liberman draws his inspiration from years of experience in the local fine dining arena.
The Management: Owners Charls Whelan and Carol Nicosia-Whelan opened the Savoy 614 in the fall of 1998 with the idea of infusing the local historical district with a bit of an urban edge. The 614 features artisan breads and desserts baked by Carol and her talented staff at honey pie productions, her newly opened retail bakery just one block down Sutter Street from the 614. The Whelan`s have also co-owned the Catering Connection for seven years, which originally serviced Folsom`s corporate sector, but has currently expanded into high end social catering exclusively.
Details to Note: Reservations are suggested. Catering for various events can be arranged (call for details & quotes). A childrens menu is available. Free parking is available for customers.
Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa and American Express
Tips on Finding: North on Hwy 50 from Sacramento, exit Folsom. Located in Historic District at 614 Sutter Street, just off the corner of Scott and Sutter.
Hours of Operation:
Lunch: Tue-Sat 11:30am - 2:30pm
Dinner: Sun-Thu 5pm - 9pm
Fri-Sat 5pm - 10pm
