09/28/09

Very good, but not one of my top ten

by skacleve

I agree with jewel33. Although the food was good (and not as expensive as we thought it would be) and service was excellent, the food (except for the bread and lemon custard dessert) and the old and dreary décor did not impress us. At $80 for two, with one glass of wine and one shared dessert, I wouldn't say it's expensive for an upscale meal, but it's not special enough for a once-a-year experience like an anniversary, if you can afford better. Frankly, we wouldn't have gone there this year, but Sans Souci is one of the few upscale restaurants open on Sundays.

• Pros: Free garage parking, service, desserts
• Cons: Not as special as other places

03/10/07

any time any occasion

by drstarbuck

excellent dining ,good service very helpful ,good wine list ,lamb was out of this world ,i loved desert,very accomadative about food allergy, very romantic

thanks

• Pros: parking
• Cons: down town

07/26/06

Globally influenced fare in an exquisite and elegant downtown setting.

by Contributor

In Short
Maybe it's the hearthside seating, the farm-country murals, the big windows overlooking Public Square or the worn wood floors, but everything at this warm sanctuary, surrounded by the cool marble of the Renaissance Hotel, says "a night in Provence." Think pan-Mediterranean, starting with flamenco guitar music and continuing through Burgundy wine. Tapenades, tartar and terrine power the menu. Seasonal specials include halibut, duck breast, paella, abbit stew, wood-grilled mussels and garlic-saffron soup.

• Pros: special occasions

09/01/05

Excellent

by hottasapistol

Excellent. High leval of service, high quality food and very reasonable prices for wines by the bottle.

• Pros: Quality, Atmosphere, Service

12/28/04

Value

by johnny69akron

This is certainly Cleveland's most relaxing and elegant dining room. The food is clearly made from the finest ingredients, using the oldest and most delicate cooking methods traditionally used in places like Europe. everything is lovingly nurtured, the food and the guests. I've returned here many times since Sans Souci opened and have never been disappointed by even one simple element. A recent 3 course dinner for two, with coffee, dessert and a moderate bottle of wine was only about $80. I consider that a bargain.

• Pros: traditional, attentive detail, casual

10/04/04

Exquisite

by veealdo

Don't know why the other reviewers were so negative on Sans Souci, but we had an absolutely wonderful meal here, from appetizer to dessert. Wood grilled mussels were simply out of this world, as was the poached lobster over polenta. Also an outstanidng wine list. For our entrees we had grilled sea bass and grouper, both of which were prepared to near perfection. Be sure to try the grilled fig salad with goat cheese and by all means save room for dessert!!! A bit expensive but well worth the price. If you want an exquisite meal in French Provencale style, this is definitely the place to go in Cleveland. I hope to return soon.

• Pros: Quality & style, Attentive service, Outstanding wine list

09/14/02

Too pricey for the money

by jewel33

While waiting after work for a play to start (no time to go home and then come back downtown), I decided to treat myself at Sans Souci. The food was tasty, but not presented in the fashion I would expect for the price. I would say that you wouldn't regret going there, but you might feel a twinge of disappointment at the average fare, ambience and presentation. I will likely not revisit; there are too many other great restaurants in the city.

08/13/02

excellent

by tomagale

we needed to get away and the stay at the Renaissance and dinner at the San Souci was just what we needed. A wonderful experience.