SIXBY — Restaurant in Savannah

Instead of listening to genuine feedback and taking it into consideration—and maybe even making some changes—the owner decided to give a sarcastic response to my last review. So here’s a new updated review of Sixby.

This is what you’ll walk out of BIG BON BODEGA with:

Honey Bear Latte 16oz – $5.99 Meyer Lemonade Refresher 16oz – $3.49 Savannah 912 Sandwich – $9.49 Hummus with Chickpea Falafel Waffle – $4.99 Sliced and Toasted Bagel with 2oz Spread – $4.49

The total including Georgia sales tax is: $29.59

Two drinks. Triple the size. A much larger sandwich. A bagel of your choosing with spread. And some chickpea falafel with hummus. All large portions—two people would leave full. All for under $30? In this economy? Now that’s a deal.

PS: Big Bon Bodega is just one of many places in Savannah where you can leave without feeling ripped off!

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I really wanted to love Sixby—the quality of the food is fantastic, the atmosphere is great, and the staff is incredibly friendly. You can tell they truly care about the ingredients, nutrition, and overall experience. However, the portion sizes are shockingly small.

I spent nearly $30 on a sandwich, a croissant, an orange juice, and three little protein bites, and I left still hungry. The biggest joke of all was the orange juice—it was so tiny that we had to hold back from giggling when they placed it on the counter. I included a photo of the container next to a car key for scale. Not even kidding, it was maybe two small sips. But honestly, everything was small. The sandwich, while delicious, was more of a light snack than a meal. The croissant was well-made but noticeably petite. Even the protein bites were barely a few bites each. Maybe it was because we came close to closing time and everything was put in to-go containers, but at these prices, that shouldn’t be an excuse.

I completely understand paying a premium for high-quality ingredients, but at some point, the value just isn’t there. If you’re looking for a place that serves healthy, high-quality breakfast or brunch with generous portions, I’d recommend Big Bon Bodega, Collins Quarter, Urban Deli, or Franklin’s instead. Sorry, but if Sixby doesn’t step it up, they won’t last—locals aren’t going to pay these prices for these portions or recommend it to friends...

After having gone here for two years and speaking with others who have gone, I have now the statistical power to declare that Sixby employees treat certain customers with disdain. Prepare to receive their subtle jests—a sardonic “Have a great day!”, pretending to forget to make your order, a condescending smile after their senseless remarks pass a confused customer. It will never be something bold.

What is interesting is that they quite dote on certain customers, so much so that their pretended lack of familiarity with us unfortunates is loud and heavy throughout the room. I cannot identify what separates those saintlike customers from a degenerate like myself. Perhaps the employees were displeased that I did not tip them for handing me a pastry. Here is the custom in our country. “If you eat before you pay (restaurant), then you tip. If you pay before you eat (Chipotle, McDonald’s, Sixby, whose employees are paid a true hourly wage), then you do not tip.” Would the Sixbyites have us tip McDonalds order kiosks too?

Or perhaps these enlightened employees dislike the way that I look or speak, and see an identity where an individual stands. Or possibly the capricious wind was blowing a certain way the first day I entered their holy chambers, forever relegating me into the embrace of those they scorn.

My “Have a great day” will remain genuine and respectful, even to Sixbyites, as I believe we ought to...

I had been hearing a lot of hype about Sixby and really wanted to love it. It’s in one of my favorite Savannah neighborhoods, tucked away on a quiet street, and they even have a Berkey water filter—something you don’t see often and a small detail I really appreciated. The staff was pleasant, the patio was gorgeous, and it was a perfect day to sit outside.

That said, the food just didn’t hit for me. Everything came in takeout containers, which felt unnecessarily wasteful. The jammy eggs were served fridge-cold (which I’ve only ever experienced with deviled eggs), and my breakfast sandwich was frustrating to eat—the wrapper stuck to the cheese, so I had to pick pieces of paper off my food. The egg custard they use was overwhelming, and despite seeing fresh baking happening, the roll didn’t have that light, fresh-baked bounce.

The simple salad was solid and I was grateful to see non-caffeinated items available.

I can tell they care about what they’re doing. I’d love to see them refine some of these details because the potential is...