Savannah has a great, unique cemetery. I can't remember the name, but I'm sure you could Google it.

I like Savannahoaks list also. Not only did we get a list of where to go but also a list of what to order. Sometimes I go to a restaurant that was recommended and I don't like it. My friends will ask what I had and then will say..it really is a pasta place.. I wouldn't try the fish...

Yes, I agree palmettoprincess--it's a double bonus to get the insider tip and then what to order as well!

Hey Savannahoaks, how well do you know Asheville?? I ask cause we're headed there after Savannah!

OK from that encylopedic list I need a place to eat lunch fairly close to downtown. We have an hour and half break from a conference at the Hyatt.

pp, the only ones I see near the Hyatt are Vinnie's (pizza) and the Doubletree.

Folks,
That's just a partial list. For lunch, you'll pass by good eating getting to these places. These are just the lesser known places; the bona fide "holes in the walls". From the Hyatt, one can't throw a rock and not hit a decent place to eat--B Matthews, Bay St.Inn (Skylers), Moon River Brewery, 5 Guys, Vics, etc.

Thanks. I feel like a sucker when I'm in a conference hotel.

My three choices would be -
http://olympiacafe.us/index.html

Right beside the Hyatt on River Street. In fact, the pictures at that link have the Hyatt in the background and taken from the Hyatt.

Five Guys is across the street (Bay Street) -
http://www.fiveguys.com/home.aspx

Next door is the new Bohemian hotel and their rooftop bar/restaurant is a nice space with a great view -
http://www.bohemianhotelsavannah.com/dining/dining.asp

Having said that, the Hyatt does a good job with their food. Their boxed lunches are pretty good (probably an option at your conference) but Savannah is so pretty it's nice to get outside for a bit.

You can also walk over to City Market. None of the restaurants there are great (IMO) but Belford's is okay and the wing place has decent bar food.
http://www.savannahcitymarket.com/dining/directory

Thanks Starrs. I tried Five Guys for the first time yesterday in Atlanta. I will definitely go back and we don't have one locally. The Bohemian looks fun.

Uncovered another worthy hole-in-the-wall:
In the list above, I mentioned Russo's Seafood Market at the corner of 40th and Abercorn St. Across the parking lot, is a take-out restaurant owned and operated by Russo's Seafood. It is open Tues-Sat. 11:30a.m.-2:30 pm. There is seating inside and the menu runs from $4.50-$11. Mostly fried seafood, (grouper, flounder, oysters, shrimp) fresh, but also steamed shrimp and a selection of chowders/soups. The Georgia coast is to fried shrimp as the Jersey Shore is to fried clams. They both do it well.

www.goosefeatherscafe.com

Cafe' Florie 1715 Barnard St. (cross street 34th)
Very small diner serving breakfast and lunch. Wonderful biscuits, fried chicken and other delights. Vegetarian dishes, organic food.

This post is too good to languish at the bottom. I'm topping for those traveling to Savannah over the holidays. Enjoy!

We are planning to drive from Ontario to Savannah this February and would like to stay for one week. You mentioned you rented an apartment. Could you give me some info on this or direct me to a site that would have apartment or condo rentals for one week. Thanks.