Saskatoon Steaks Fish and Wild Game — Restaurant in Greenville

A Hunter’s Heaven, PETA’s Hell, and an Adventure for Anyone

All jokes aside, if you’re looking for an unforgettable culinary experience, this restaurant is where daring meets delicious. It’s a place that encourages you to explore flavors you never thought you’d try, all while offering a welcoming environment that’s as much for curious foodies as it is for seasoned carnivores. Do not make the mistake of comparing it to a steak house though.

Driving in at night feels like stepping into an upscale safari lodge. The entrance is lined with unique features like coolers filled with fresh cuts of meat at the entrance, the herbal aroma of rosemary when you walk in, a hydroponic system toward the back, and a bar that wouldn’t be out of the place in the middle of the woods. The decor was excellent. Inside, the vibe shifts to candlelit comfort. The dining areas manage to combine wilderness cabin with something that feels almost like a well-dressed repurposed Cracker Barrel (in the best way making it feel foreign and homey). Despite the tight quarters where we sat, there’s a mutual respect for personal space from everyone, and the soft music adds to the relaxed mood.

The service could use some improvement. Our server struggled with drink orders, and the timing of check-ins was disappointing. He didn’t seem experienced at all. A bigger issue was the offline beer taps and CO2 system, leaving familiar drink options off the table which isn’t ideal when you’re experimenting with adventurous foods. The hard sell on the rewards program at the end felt out of place, but overall this wasn’t that big of a deal in the grand scheme of things.

Here’s the mantra: Try everything. Whether it’s kangaroo, alligator, antelope, or elk, the menu dares you to step outside your comfort zone, and you should take the leap. Just go for it!

Start with the charcuterie board, where the smoked salmon is a standout, with every bite infused with smoky wood flavor. Surprisingly, the duck was a close second. If you want a safer option, the alligator bites are crispy, flavorful, and crowd pleasing. The wild game sampler is another highlight, though labeling the meats would make the experience smoother and more enjoyable to know what I was eating without having to remember what the waiter said, especially in dim lighting. The spinach bacon dip was plopped right on top of the chips making them hard to share, the chips themselves were fairly stale and somehow soggy at the some time as well. Largest disappointment of the night. Again though, not the biggest deal in the world.

For mains, antelope was the table favorite thanks to its tender texture and rich flavor. Buffalo offers a beef-adjacent experience, while kangaroo surprises with its subtle sweetness (my favorite of the night) The elk loin and ribeye fell short mainly due to the lack of flavor but weren’t awful. An overuse of grill marks that added a burnt flavor to some bites was across most dishes but maybe this was needed. I’m not an expert in cooking wild game. Classic sides like baked potatoes and salads (served on elegant glass plates) rounded out the meal nicely and don’t sleep on the bread with 3 types of butter to add to the fun.

Save room for dessert because this is where the kitchen truly shines if you have a sweet tooth. The chocolate cake is a masterpiece, rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. The carrot cake was a close second, especially with the caramel sauce elevating every bite. The cheesecake, while dense and heavy on the cheese flavor, was a crowd favorite, though lighter cheesecake lovers might find it too rich.

This isn’t just dinner, it’s an experience that feels daring. While there are some rough edges, service and execution could improve, the overall adventure is well worth it. If you’re willing to step out of your culinary comfort zone, you’ll leave with a more sophisticated palate and stories to tell. Pro tip: start with the sampler, and leave room for the...

At Saskatoon, the experience and circumstance is part of the meal and amplifies it. While some items are a little pricey, the individual portions aren't the biggest, and you may not fall in love with, say, the ostrich, you've got to remind yourself that you're getting the chance to sample some really neat meats, sustainably sourced (at least, that's the implication I got, as they're farmed) and prepared with care.

We went with the two sampler plates, the one fancy one that on that day had Red Stag, Ostrich, and Kangaroo, and the one that had lamb, beef, and quail.

I enjoyed the kangaroo and would describe it as "chewy but in a good way", a satisfying chew that doesn't go on endlessly or lose flavor like gum, but didn't exactly pick up on the sweetness I was told about. On the first platter, I found the ostrich a little underwhelming out of the three. The texture was good, but I thought the meat (not the preparation) lacked flavour- I suppose I should have expected that from a meat that's 98% protein. The Red Stag... I can't rave enough about it. Our waiter said it was his favorite thing in the whole place, and by the end of our meal I was a firm convert to his School of Stag and recommending it to the table next to us.

On the second plate, I was a little underwhelmed by the lamb. I think that was because I actually enjoy the gamey flavour of lamb, but Saskatoon's meats are farm raised and intentionally not gamey. The fattiest bite of the lamb chop, though, was really good and more flavourful than the rest. The quail was exceptionally rich and a pleasant surprise, despite it's small size. I did my best to clean its little bones like a toothpick. And lastly the (teriyaki?) beef. I expected that, with such a smattering of new and unusual meats, the beef would play second fiddle and be forgettable. I was gladly mistaken, as it was exceptionally tender and flavourful and may have ended the night as my second favourite.

We rounded our meal off with an order of bread pudding at our waiter's recommendation and weren't disappointed. It was more than enough for 2 people, so I think it's pretty fairly priced too at $7. Saskatoon is a bit of a 'go big or go home' place since I assume most of us couldn't feasibly go often, so how can you not try the bread pudding. My only regret with my meal was that I didn't eat more Red Stag.

Our waiter was a huge help and a pleasure to have. I regret not recalling his name now two weeks later to shout him out, but it was a younger guy who's favorite item is...

Researching things to do and places to eat before visiting Greenville, Saskatoon caught our eye and we put it on our list. We ended up going here our last night in town and treating our hosts to dinner for their wedding anniversary. An impressive size on its own compound, it has a variety of dining areas inside including event spaces indoors and outside. It is definitely a one time destination just to try food outside of the average compass, especially since it has regular menu items for those who don't want to eat outside the box, and a place to dine regularly if you live nearby and like wild game entrees or regular steaks. Coming into the entrance there are two impressive cases of dry-aged meats on display.

The interior design has the true rustic displays of mounted stag and moose heads, stuffed ducks and pheasants and a lot of wood in addition to the stone fireplace.The outside event spot is more light and airy with white curtains, an overhead wood trellis, hanging plants and a water fountain in a pond.

In terms of the food, the standout dishes were the Chef's choice mixed grilled main and appetizer and the two buffalo ribeye steaks. The fried alligator bites and bacon wrapped scallops were okay. My first time eating alligator, it was neither here nor there in that it had no detectable flavor - which is maybe a good thing. The scallops, I've had better versions but worth ordering if in the mood.

Lastly, the antelope did nothing for me. An eight ounce portion, I ate most of one four ounce piece I shared with my partner trying to detect what was appealing about it. It had an odd vinegar flavor. A novice in terms of antelope, I wonder is this the true taste of the meat or how the chef prepares it? The only other time I saw this dish served was in Santa Fe, and it looked completely different. Both people who ordered it there loved the meat and flavor. I wanted to try this meal, as a result, but was disappointed with this version. In hindsight, I wish I'd ordered something else. Perhaps, the venison chops or either of the two choices my table companions made.

All of this said, overall it is a unique and fine eatery to experience and given the opportunity to return, I'm sure I'd like my dinner. Drinks were all well-made, bread came to the table with three spreads, and our wait staff was timely...