From The Press
Savour Trumpets An Entrepreneur’s Taste And His Wife’s Touch
You could describe the new downtown restaurant as ‘eclectic chic’
Pete Reinwald, Tallahassee Magazine
Drew and Kim McLeod turned an available space on East Park Avenue into a place where diners could “savor life,” Kim says. Photo by Alicia Osborne
Before business began to heat up for the evening, Drew McLeod emerged from the kitchen of his new Tallahassee restaurant in a chef coat.
One patch on the white garment trumpeted the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Educational Foundation. On the left breast, his name appeared in cursive, followed by “DGC,” all official looking and everything.
“I’m a certified Darn Good Cook,” McLeod said with a laugh.
Though not a certified chef, he believes he’s really cooking as owner of Savour, among the latest to join the Capital City’s growing downtown upscale dining scene.
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Tallahassee fine dining restaurant Savour names new executive chef
Kyla A. Sanford, Tallahassee Democrat
Fine dining restaurant Savour located in downtown Tallahassee has named 23-year-old Ashley Mayo as the eatery's new executive chef.
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"It's a blessing I didn't think I would (have) where I'm at, at 23," Mayo said in an interview with the Tallahassee Democrat.
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Savour, owned by revered entrepreneur Drew McLeod, has been distinguished by several accolades, such as a six-time OpenTable "Diners' Choice" award winner, making it a widely recognized dining destination.
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OpenTable's site says that these award-winning restaurants are known to "serve up creative dishes, unparalleled hospitality, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences for all occasions."
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All of those things are made possible with the 'heart of the house' – the kitchen.
"I've always said that my legacy as a restaurateur, as an entrepreneur, is in the success of those that I've had the privilege of working with. She's a special talent," McLeod said. "To see people grow and prosper in the thing that they love the most is a joy to watch."
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Tina Deines, Florida Farm to Table
Menu items complement the flavor profiles of their dishes with ingredients from specialty farms like Play of Sunlight Mushrooms and Legacy Greens. They work closely with Executive Chef Ashley Mayo and the establishment’s prep team, led by Dee Rauh, to provide new and interesting offerings emphasizing “Fresh From Florida” products as much as possible. They also lean into “Fresh From Florida” award-winning Chef Justin Timineri’s insights and recipes to help come up with fresh ideas for the restaurant.
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“As a lifelong Florida resident and 48-year hospitality industry veteran, I am proud to support the ‘Fresh From Florida’ campaign,” McLeod says.
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Photo credit: Elizabeth E. George Photography
Kyla A. Sanford, Tallahassee Democrat
Photo credit: Mishalynn Brown
Anyone considering the perfect venue to dine for that special occasion, a much-needed night out or a taste of luxury, Savour is at the top of the list as a dining destination that serves it all including good steaks. The chic and eclectic restaurant located in downtown Tallahassee has been a dining favorite for its seven-year reign. White linen tablecloths, gold frames and dishes serving as the main source of art and color in the sophisticated restaurant gives guests an experience of true luxe.
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E-Street Interview With Drew McLeod, Savour
Savour, is one of the few restaurants that can stand on its own in any city with no need to qualify the accolade.
Influencer Interviews, About Tallahassee
I've known Drew for many years through community connections and events in the non-profit association world, as well as Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and other community events. A consummate businessman, mover and shaker, long-time restaurateur, and real southern gentleman, it was our pleasure to dine at his newest creation, Savour recently, as well as meet his gracious hostess and lovely wife.
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American Automobile Association Awards Savour Three Diamonds
Located in the downtown area and across from a park, the restaurant features inviting décor of exposed brick coupled with a touch of elegance that creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere. The chef creates an inventive menu that is sure to please with it’s fresh ingredients and creative dishes. The staff is welcoming and attentive.
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When it's time to get out and enjoy "we" time, the restaurant gives us just what we need-great food, great service and an intimate atmosphere.ā
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Savour Included on OpenTable Top 100 Restaurants
Guest Reviews
Katie Twist
2026-04-04
Excellent food and service. Bbq shrimp appetizer was delicious. Steaks are amazing and their seasonal salad was great.
Joey demoulette
2026-03-22
One of the best restaurants we have ever had to pleasure to dine at. Driving home to New Orleans from Jacksonville we stopped in after some delays and what a great decision we made to stick with going. Pleasant,attentive staff, very professional and on top of all our needs after a long day. Now the food. I see why this is a top 50 restaurant. Everything was delivered hot,beautiful plate presentation and in a timely manner. We started with the asain beef appetizer, came out very quick. Wonderful flavor, what a mix of sweet and spicy, yet tender beef, not dry cooked perfect. I decided on the fish of the day and my guest a filet with a few sides added. In a timely manner our food was bought out and all looked amazing. The filet was cooked to perfection and had amazing flavor, could cut it with a fork. Onto the fish, cooked perfect pan seared not overcooked or dried out , with a fresh fluffy saffron rice. I asked for the Crawfish sauce on the side and it was flavorful and not to spicy for me. The sides were my guest choice rhe truffle Mac and cheese, would melt in your mouth and our wonderful server Danny who recommended the Brussel sprouts which my guest loved also . After being in heaven with our dishes another young men came over and mentioned the dessert specials and we choose the banana chocolate chip bread pudding. WoW !!! All I can say. This restaurant is a must visit if was pass through this way again. Thank you to the staff for a perfect meal and atmosphere. Being in the service industry and a restaurant manager myself I would love to this staff work for me .
Sharon Harmon
2026-03-16
Awesome food. Great chefs!
Emily Gillen
2026-03-14
This restaurant is amazing, from the front door welcoming, sitting at the bar with Sam (amazing bartender) and Gabrielle, great cocktails, food was perfect, and awesome conversations. This will be our new go to in Tallahassee!
Thomas Brown
2026-03-07
Went to Savour yesterday. Atmosphere was a 10/10 ā beautiful, romantic, felt like sitting in a luxury painting. Food was kinda mid though. Catch of the day (flounder) had a good but very spicy sauce. Sides brought it down ā mac & cheese 5/10 (dry), mashed potatoes 6/10 (basic). App beef tips were about a 6/10 too. Iād go back for the vibe, not really the food.
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