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In the heart of the historic Sandfly neighborhood lies this "casual coastal" eatery where folks from the surrounding islands come to unwind. Choose from small dishes like firecracker shrimp tacos, turkey club wrap, or tuna tataki salad for lunch or dinner; larger entrées like grilled mahimahi and pan-seared scallops are available after 5 pm. It's a place to enjoy great food without having to change out of your flip-flops!
7400 Skidaway Rd., Savannah, Georgia, 31406, USA
Known For
- Diver scallops
- Extensive draft beer selection
- Live music on the weekends
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A great place to grab a bite after a long day power-lounging on the beach, this beachside eatery is a favorite with locals and visitors alike. The menu lists simple favorites like sandwiches, burgers, and fried seafood, but all are prepared exceedingly well. The pizza menu includes some interesting choices, including pies topped with salmon or scallops and bacon.
1613 Strand Ave., Tybee Island, Georgia, 31328, USA
Known For
- Great views of the ocean from the third-story deck
- Live music Wednesday to Saturday
- Creative pizzas
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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$ | Historic District |
Restauranteurs Ele and Sean Tran brought Asian-style street food to Savannah with their menu that boasts everything from sushi rolls to noodle soups, and some of the best sweet-and-spicy chicken wings in town. Occupying a bright, hypermodern space, this eatery offers an offbeat alternative to the slow-paced Southern Savannah feel. Enjoy a quick meal in the dining room, stop by when you have a late-night craving, or order a few of the small plates to go.
13 E. Perry St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Bright and modern space
- Late-night bites
- Street food staples
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
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$ | Historic District |
This long-established coffee haunt and art enclave features a steady rotation of local artists. Gallery Espresso is a real neighborhood joint and a popular destination for art students, and the comfortable vintage couches and chairs are a great place to curl up with a book.
234 Bull St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Interesting and inviting art-filled space
- Tex-Mex style taco selection
- "Fire & Wine Saturdays" with live music in the courtyard
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This well-appointed restaurant is known to locals and travelers alike for its contemporary cuisine and Italian classics at reasonable prices. Ask your knowledgeable and professional server to offer wine pairings.
315 W. Congress, Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Elegant and intimate setting
- Crispy flounder with apricot and shallot sauce
- Italian classics
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch, Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential
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Serving one of the best burgers in the state, this casual haunt draws diners from far and wide for its grass-fed beef; vegetarians find satisfaction with the hearty meatless patties. Everything from the coffee to the produce is locally sourced, and even the ketchup is made in-house. Be prepared to wait at least 30 minutes for a table or grab a seat at the bar.
2430 Habersham St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Great beer selection
- Homemade ketchup and pimento cheese
- Big crowds and long waits
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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$ | Historic District |
Shimmering stained glass, stunning woodwork, and magnificent decor make this old-time pharmacy one of the most handsome settings in town. Delectable sandwiches and salads are the main bill of fare, but for more ambitious selections, opt for the ratatouille and shrimp orzo, served with locally caught wild Georgia shrimp.
337 Bull St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Sandwiches and salads
- Traditional afternoon high tea, with wide selection of teas
- Menu as groomed as the atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner, Reservations not accepted
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$ | Thomas Square |
From the same owners as Foxy Loxy and Coffee Fox, this wide-open family-oriented cafe offers a place for kids to work on their art while their parents enjoy some caffeine (via Savannah-owned PERC coffee). The menu also includes some good sandwiches.
1514 Bull St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Good pastries and treats
- Fun place with big tables for kids to work at
- Sells Leopold's ice cream
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As Southern food goes, Huey's is decidedly more New Orleans than Coastal Georgia, as you'll discover with one bite of the sinfully rich beignets served with praline sauce—they are a taste of perfection. Although lunch and dinner items like po'boys and muffaletta accompanied by red beans and rice are delicious, the breakfast and brunch menu is the highlight.
115 E. River St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Kid-friendly menu
- People-watching and great views of passing ships
- Bloody Marys
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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$$$ | Historic District |
After transforming the Charleston restaurant scene with internationally recognized, elevated Southern cuisine crafted from heirloom ingredients, James Beard Award--winning chef Sean Brock has brought his unique flavor to Savannah. Housed in a restored (and rumored to be haunted) Historic District home, Husk Savannah features an ever-changing menu of coastal Georgia and Deep South delights.
12 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Award-winning chef Sean Brock as its creator
- Sunday brunch
- Classic Southern building with modern decor
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed daily 2–5:30
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This palm-shaded eatery is hands down the best spot in town for vegetarian and vegan options, but there's also more than enough on the menu to keep a meat eater happy—consider the fried chicken tacos or the chicken-and-goat-cheese enchiladas. If you have your mind on a cocktail, don't miss the Palm (made with muddled cucumber) or the Hot Derby (with spicy ginger ale from just over the South Carolina border). There's ample parking and a screen where you can watch the big game.
5002 Paulsen St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Hearty salads
- Excellent brunch
- Outdoor seating
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$$$$ | Thomas Square |
This richly decorated, renovated mansion houses one of the finest dining experiences outside of downtown Savannah, with grand flourishes like antique furniture, a piano bar, and a chapel space upstairs that's surrounded by stained glass. White-tablecloth settings match the traditional menu of Italian favorites—the herbed risotto is recommended as a first course, followed by the tagliatelle vongole from the "secondi" section. The wine selection—kept in an ancient cellar reached by a narrow stone staircase—is a lesson in thoughtful curation.
119 E. 37th St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Nice outdoor patio
- Excellent wine list
- Complimentary valet parking
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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$ | Historic District |
This enchanting family-friendly diner perched on the corner of bustling Ellis Square offers an array of comfy bites all day long. With a full menu of milkshakes and diner favorites like apple pie à la mode and crispy chicken and waffles, a trip to Little Duck's white marble and brass-accented space is a special occasion for all.
150 W. Julian St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Vintage diner-inspired space with modern touches
- Comfy eats
- Lavender "bubble bath" bellinis topped with a rubber ducky
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Four generations own and operate this charming, family-owned coastal eatery located on the banks of the bucolic Ogeechee River. Suitable for a lunchtime meal or a special occasion dinner, Love's serves up perfectly prepared regional dishes like Lowcountry boil, fried green tomatoes, and its famous bone-in catfish. With water views, casual ambience, and super-friendly service, it's a pleasure to while away a few hours over beers and oysters here.
6817 Chief of Love Rd., Savannah, Georgia, 31419, USA
Known For
- Lowcountry boil
- Spectacular sunsets
- Ability to accomodate large groups
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.--Wed.
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$$$$ | Historic District |
This eatery's clientele ranges from thirtysomethings celebrating a special occasion to well-heeled older residents who love the elegant atmosphere. The bread service includes honey butter, pistachio pesto, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar for your biscuits, flatbreads, rolls, and focaccia, all of which are artistically presented on contemporary dishes. A savory meal can produce a chemical need for chocolate, so the molten-lava cake with raspberry sauce and custard ice cream may be a requirement, especially paired with a Zinfandel port.
321 Jefferson St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Perfectly fresh fish
- Melt-in-your-mouth honey-cured pork chop
- Prix-fixe tasting menu
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, No lunch. Closed Sun. and Mon., Reservations essential
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Between the historic Tybee Island Lighthouse and North Beach lies one of the island's most colorful, Caribbean-inspired eateries. The menus feature local and sustainable seafood, including delectable crab cakes and the fresh citrus shrimp salad, along with lots of family-friendly options. Find live music on the large porch on some nights, or grab a seat at the bar for a local beer or frosty mixed drink.
33 Meddin Dr., Tybee Island, Georgia, 31328, USA
Known For
- Laid-back patio seating
- Seafood fritters
- Beachside convenience
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues.
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$$$ | Historic District |
Pacci has the look and taste of a high-end Italian eatery, but with a laid-back and welcoming atmosphere. Guests gather in the beautifully designed dining room or the open-air patio for signature cocktails like the Biarritz or the Negroni before moving on to some of the best charcuterie and crudites platters in the city. Breads, pastas, desserts, and pickled vegetables are all made in-house.
601 E. Bay St., Savannah, Georgia, 31401, USA
Known For
- Farm-fresh ingredients
- Homemade pastas
- Thoughtful interior
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$$$ | Moon River District |
Seafood specialties and fine steaks are served with golden green views of the Herb River at this longtime local favorite. Parmesan grouper, crab-stuffed flounder, and a "shrimp-three-ways" platter are the crowd pleasers, though there's delicious pasta and steak dishes for turfier appetites. Large tables can accomodate large parties, and an intimate meal at the three-sided bar is a romantic treat.
7000 La Roche Ave., Savannah, Georgia, 31406, USA
Known For
- She-crab soup
- Lovely views
- Fresh seafood dishes
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This casual eatery specializes in fresh takes on typical beach food, like smoked fish dip made with the local catch, a mahimahi banh mi, shrimp bruschetta, and blue crab poutine. You can still get your favorites, though, as the innovative menu also includes standards like beer-battered flounder and fisherman's stew served over jasmine rice. There are several vegetarian side options that can be made vegan as well, which is rare for a seafood restaurant. Round your meal out with a craft beer or cocktail from the bar.
101 Lovell Ave., Tybee Island, Georgia, 31328, USA
Known For
- Weekday happy-hour specials
- Unique sides
- Fresh, eclectic menu
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues.
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This is the city's first cold-pressed juice bar, with special equipment that extracts all the nutrients from fruits and vegetables. Each bottle contains two to three pounds of produce, most of it organic. A little outside town, Savannah Squeeze is well worth the trip for anyone interested in the healthiest juices. Try the carrot cake smoothie—it's as good as it sounds. Vegan snacks are also on offer.
5002 Paulsen St., Savannah, Georgia, 31405, USA
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Reservations not accepted
