A Local’s Guide to Savannah & Tybee
Food scene
Best staff, small bites and date-worthy ambiance. It is an industry hang out and can get crowded and loud after midnight.
20 locals recommend
Savoy Society
102 E LibertyBest staff, small bites and date-worthy ambiance. It is an industry hang out and can get crowded and loud after midnight.
The best outdoor dining. Fresh fare and beautiful sunsets. No reservations.
85 locals recommend
The Wyld
2740 Livingston AveThe best outdoor dining. Fresh fare and beautiful sunsets. No reservations.
In the heart of the Starland District: a local, family-friendly enclosed food truck park; Rotating daily food trucks, live music, games for the kiddos.
106 locals recommend
Starland Yard
2411 De Soto AveIn the heart of the Starland District: a local, family-friendly enclosed food truck park; Rotating daily food trucks, live music, games for the kiddos.
Bull Street Taco
1608 Bull StGreat, no-fuss fare. A local favorite so it fills up fast!
Squirrels is one of the best places to eat pizza in the city. They use fresh, local ingredients and the interior and ambiance is like no other pizza place around!
22 locals recommend
Squirrel’s Pizza
2218 Bull StSquirrels is one of the best places to eat pizza in the city. They use fresh, local ingredients and the interior and ambiance is like no other pizza place around!
The best soup dumplings in town and set in a beautiful gilded cage.
15 locals recommend
Flock to the Wok
37 Whitaker StThe best soup dumplings in town and set in a beautiful gilded cage.
Hands down, the best Chinese food in Savannah! A no-frills, authentic Chinese restaurant—don’t be afraid to try something new!
6 locals recommend
E-TANG
513 East Oglethorpe AvenueHands down, the best Chinese food in Savannah! A no-frills, authentic Chinese restaurant—don’t be afraid to try something new!
Located behind (or through the back) of Moodrights. Step into this Texan style bar for late-night snacks and $3 Lonestar beer!
7 locals recommend
Over Yonder
2424 Abercorn StreetLocated behind (or through the back) of Moodrights. Step into this Texan style bar for late-night snacks and $3 Lonestar beer!
Cotton & Rye
1801 Habersham StCirca 1875
48 Whitaker StService Brewing Company
574 Indian StGreat new addition to the Starland District specializing in seafood & Chicken!
Brochu's Family Tradition
Great new addition to the Starland District specializing in seafood & Chicken!
Colleagues & Lovers
Delicious pub food located inside of the American Legion. You can dine in or order and they’ll deliver it to you next door at the bar.
91 locals recommend
Betty Bombers
1108 Bull StDelicious pub food located inside of the American Legion. You can dine in or order and they’ll deliver it to you next door at the bar.
Ardsley Station
Sushi Hana Savannah
Located well outside of the tourist district but Sushi Zen is home to some of the best Sushi in Savannah!
Sushi Zen Southside
Located well outside of the tourist district but Sushi Zen is home to some of the best Sushi in Savannah!
Finches Sandwiches & Sundries
Doki Doki Ice Creamery
The Garage at Victory North
This may be unassuming but it’s the best fried chicken in Savannah!
Geneva's Famous Chicken and Cornbread Co.
This may be unassuming but it’s the best fried chicken in Savannah!
Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant
402 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdUkiyo Savannah
Casa Guava Cuban Cafe
Hop Atomica
535 E 39th StSweet Potatoes Kitchen
531 Stephenson AveNaaN On Broughton
114 E Broughton StBar & nightlife
Lone Wolf Lounge
2429 Lincoln StYou’ll rarely see a tourist in this spot, a true local gem.
The Original
318 Drayton StBest dive bar in the city, cash only.
A beautiful date spot with the best cocktails. Do yourself a favor and order “the doc” cocktail—you won’t be disappointed.
They do not offer food but there are plenty of places nearby.
45 locals recommend
Artillery
307 Bull StA beautiful date spot with the best cocktails. Do yourself a favor and order “the doc” cocktail—you won’t be disappointed.
They do not offer food but there are plenty of places nearby.
A local favorite located inside the Perry Lane hotel with great cocktails and plenty of entertainment—ski ball, arcade games and pong!
6 locals recommend
The Wayward
257 E Perry StA local favorite located inside the Perry Lane hotel with great cocktails and plenty of entertainment—ski ball, arcade games and pong!
A speakeasy-style bar located in the basement of Flock to a the Wok.
It’s the perfect date spot with great cocktails and small bites.
21 locals recommend
Peacock Lounge
37 Whitaker StA speakeasy-style bar located in the basement of Flock to a the Wok.
It’s the perfect date spot with great cocktails and small bites.
Okay, hear me out—I know it seems crazy but this is a great place for a relaxed hang. Cheap drinks (don’t expect a fancy cocktail) and good junk food at Betty Bombers. Cash only!
82 locals recommend
American Legion
1108 Bull StOkay, hear me out—I know it seems crazy but this is a great place for a relaxed hang. Cheap drinks (don’t expect a fancy cocktail) and good junk food at Betty Bombers. Cash only!
Cheap beer, pool & duck pin bowling! You’ll feel like you’re hanging out in your Uncles basement with your friends!
24 locals recommend
Moodright’s
2424 Abercorn StCheap beer, pool & duck pin bowling! You’ll feel like you’re hanging out in your Uncles basement with your friends!
AlleyCat Lounge
207 W Broughton LnSobremesa
Over Yonder
Late Air
Wine bar with light bites. A great, new addition to the Starland District!
Das Box
The Hawthorn Minibar and Lounge
McDonough's Restaurant & Lounge
21 E Mc Donough StNeighborhoods
Locals find their way to North Beach or the back river, while tourists usually head towards the South Beach Pier.
Parking can be difficult on weekends and holidays, so avoid it by arriving early (or late if you’re going to dinner).
If you have kayaks, park in Alley 3 and kayak over to little tybee!
300 locals recommend
Tybee Island
Locals find their way to North Beach or the back river, while tourists usually head towards the South Beach Pier.
Parking can be difficult on weekends and holidays, so avoid it by arriving early (or late if you’re going to dinner).
If you have kayaks, park in Alley 3 and kayak over to little tybee!
This is at the heart of the Starland District—they have great beer, small snacks and host street fairs and events on DeSoto throughout the season.
56 locals recommend
Two Tides Brewing Company
12 W 41st StThis is at the heart of the Starland District—they have great beer, small snacks and host street fairs and events on DeSoto throughout the season.
A newer addition to the scene; this Kessler hotel has revitalized the area creating a unique neighborhood with restaurants, coffee shops and retail shops all parallel to the river
76 locals recommend
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
400 W River StA newer addition to the scene; this Kessler hotel has revitalized the area creating a unique neighborhood with restaurants, coffee shops and retail shops all parallel to the river
Sightseeing
Support local and stroll through the weekly farmers market—grab a fresh watermelon juice and Georgia pecans while you people watch and chat with the locals.
36 locals recommend
Forsyth Farmers Market
13 E Park AveSupport local and stroll through the weekly farmers market—grab a fresh watermelon juice and Georgia pecans while you people watch and chat with the locals.
SCAD Museum of Art
601 Turner BlvdThis is a beautiful place for a casual hike or to go biking. Easy enough for kids to get around. You’ll snag beautiful photos and learn about some of Savannah’s history landscape along the way.
30 locals recommend
Skidaway Island State Park
52 Diamond CausewayThis is a beautiful place for a casual hike or to go biking. Easy enough for kids to get around. You’ll snag beautiful photos and learn about some of Savannah’s history landscape along the way.
If you enjoy being on the water, rent a kayak and paddle through the marsh or take them to alley 3 and kayak across to little tybee. You’re even allowed to set up camp and stay for the night—but you’ll be roughing it so be prepared to sleep under the stars!
14 locals recommend
North Island Surf & Kayak
1 Old US Hwy 80If you enjoy being on the water, rent a kayak and paddle through the marsh or take them to alley 3 and kayak across to little tybee. You’re even allowed to set up camp and stay for the night—but you’ll be roughing it so be prepared to sleep under the stars!
Wormsloe Historic Site
7601 Skidaway RdBreakfast, Brunch & Lunch
Big Bon Bodega
2011 Bull StThe most beautiful coffee shop in Savannah with gourmet coffee, pastry and on-the-go snacks. Snatch a seat outside and it’s perfect for people watching.
10 locals recommend
Franklin's
5 West Liberty StreetThe most beautiful coffee shop in Savannah with gourmet coffee, pastry and on-the-go snacks. Snatch a seat outside and it’s perfect for people watching.
A great place to grab coffee and a bite before strolling through Forsyth Park. Vegan/Vegetarian friendly!
180 locals recommend
The Sentient Bean
13 E Park AveA great place to grab coffee and a bite before strolling through Forsyth Park. Vegan/Vegetarian friendly!
Foxy Loxy Cafe
1919 Bull StBeautiful coffee and coffee alternatives plus a curated selection of local goods for sale—shop small and support local economy. Plus, it’a I’m good company being right next to Graveface, starland yard and two tides brewing.
7 locals recommend
Sip Shop Make at Forest and Fin
2418 De Soto AveBeautiful coffee and coffee alternatives plus a curated selection of local goods for sale—shop small and support local economy. Plus, it’a I’m good company being right next to Graveface, starland yard and two tides brewing.
Shuk
Elevated Mediterranean food in a beautiful setting. The perfect lunch spot.
B. Matthew's Eatery
325 East Bay StreetThe Funky Brunch Cafe
304 E Broughton StJ. Christopher's
122 E LibertySundae Cafe
304 1st StPERC Coffee
1802 E Broad StWhile we’ll outside of the historic district, locals know that this gem has the best doughnuts in the city!
Baker's Pride Bakery
840 E Derenne AveWhile we’ll outside of the historic district, locals know that this gem has the best doughnuts in the city!
Another spot familiar to locals, it’s one of the best places to buy bagels or a low-key lunch.
9 locals recommend
Midtown Deli & Bagel Shop
7805 Abercorn StAnother spot familiar to locals, it’s one of the best places to buy bagels or a low-key lunch.
Auspicious Baking Company
7360 Skidaway RoadNarobia's Grits & Gravy
2019 Habersham StCafé Taureau
Stevedore Bakery
Goody's
Art Scene
This is a unique artists co-op. They are constantly hosting artisans pop-ups, concerts, etc.
The Stables Savannah
7 Rathborne DrThis is a unique artists co-op. They are constantly hosting artisans pop-ups, concerts, etc.
If you’re a fan of the odd and unusual, this place is for you! This museum has an ever rotating collection of cults, serial killers and oddities like no other! The owners are experts on all things macabre and will gladly share their knowledge with anyone willing to listen!
6 locals recommend
Graveface Museum
Factors WalkIf you’re a fan of the odd and unusual, this place is for you! This museum has an ever rotating collection of cults, serial killers and oddities like no other! The owners are experts on all things macabre and will gladly share their knowledge with anyone willing to listen!
The same owners of the Graveface Museum first opened this gem in the Starland District. It’s part record shop, part oddities showroom. They have unique tee shirts and totes that make great gifts for your friends with similar interests.
46 locals recommend
Graveface Records & Curiosities
5 W 40th StThe same owners of the Graveface Museum first opened this gem in the Starland District. It’s part record shop, part oddities showroom. They have unique tee shirts and totes that make great gifts for your friends with similar interests.
Laney Contemporary
1810 Mills B Ln BlvdSulfur Studios
2301 Bull StJepson Center for the Arts
207 W York StRooftop Bars/ Reataurants
A beautiful rooftop restaurant and bar inside of the Perry Lane Hotel with breathtaking views of the city.
61 locals recommend
Peregrin
256 E Perry StA beautiful rooftop restaurant and bar inside of the Perry Lane Hotel with breathtaking views of the city.
The Perch
1110 Bull StAn underrated rooftop—great food and a quiet setting
Churchill's
13 W Bay StBar Julian
201 Port StreetThe Lost Square
412 Williamson StThe Nest Rooftop Lounge
Electric Moon Skytop Lounge + Moon Deck
500 W River StMyrtle & Rose Rooftop Bar