Savannah’s food scene is a vibrant mix of traditional and innovative cuisines.
It has something to offer everyone, from classic Southern favorites to creative fusion dishes inspired by the city’s unique blend of cultures. Whether you’re looking for fine dining or a more casual experience, Savannah has something to suit your tastes. Among some of the city’s most beloved restaurants are:
1. Goosefeathers Cafe
Proudly serving the Savannah area since 1986, this cozy café fuses the dining ambiance found in Lower Manhattan’s urban Greenwich Village and the Left Bank in Paris. Love breakfast? Savor go-to breakfast favorites like warm bagels, sweet preserve-filled and chocolate-stuffed butter croissants, and hearty portions of homemade oatmeal with fresh fruit, Eggs Benedict and our signature Breakfast Panini.
For lunch, enjoy the soup of the day or our famous garden-fresh gazpacho, City Market Sandwiches, Signatures Café Sandwiches, Grilled Panini and a variety of green salads. Other popular menu items include the Honey Ginger Chicken Sandwich, Smoked Turkey Reuben, Italian Panini and vegetarian-friendly Roasted Red Pepper Sandwich and Black Bean Burrito.
Be sure to save room for a serious selection of sweets made from scratch including homemade cookies, cakes, bread pudding, palmiers and whoopie pies.
For more information, click HERE.
- 39 Barnard St.
- Between Broughton & Congress Sts.
- (912) 233-4683
2. Poe’s Tavern
Dedicated to Edgar Allan Poe, Poe’s Tavern serves gourmet burgers, fish tacos, and more. Their burgers are half-pound, ground in-house and have such “Poe-tic” names as:
- THE RAVEN
- PIT & PENDULUM: Applewood Bacon & Cheddar Cheese
- AMONTILLADO: Guacamole, Jalapeño Jack Cheese, Pico De Gallo & Chipotle Sour Cream
- ANNABEL LEE: Charleston Style Crabcake on Top with Fresh Vegetable Remoulade Sauce
- TELL-TALE HEART: Fried Egg, Applewood Bacon & Cheddar Cheese
- RUE MORGUE: Bunless on a bed of Hand-Cut Fries with Edgar’s Drunken Chili, Queso & Fried Egg
- TELL-TALE HEART: Fried Egg, Applewood Bacon & Cheddar Cheese
For more information, click HERE.
- 7 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- (912) 561-7637
3. Shuk Savannah
The Shuk is a lively open-air market, full of hustle and bustle where entire communities converge. In creating an Eastern Mediterranean dining experience for the Hostess City, they bring the tastes of an Israeli and the Mediterranean. With a full espresso bar and a wide variety of pastry options, Shuk continues to provide the daily caffeine fix. With a full bar, Shuk serves nosh on small plates on their patio. Shuk’s menu has been created with the recipes of the owner’s Israeli ancestors. Their location was designed, renovated and decorated to look and feel like an authentic place one might find in Israel or along the Mediterranean coast.
For more information, click HERE.
- 1313 Habersham St.
- (912) 335-4340
4. Zunzi’s
Zunzi’s is a South African-inspired takeout, delivery and catering restaurant. Locals line up for globally inspired hearty meals at this offbeat counter-serve eatery. Run by the owners, Johnny and Gabriella DeBeer, who hail from a mix of Swiss, Italian, South African, and Dutch backgrounds, the restaurant has created an eclectic mix of flavors. Their menu boasts dishes such as a delicious cottage pie, a vegetarian curry stew (veggie heaven!), and homemade lasagna. However, the true showstoppers are Zunzi’s sandwiches – especially the Conquistador! With a baked chicken breast on French bread and topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and an irresistible special sauce, it’s no wonder The Travel Channel’s Adam Richman named it one of the top three sandwiches on his show Adam Richman’s Best Sandwich in America. This restaurant is definitely worth checking out for its amazing flavors and unique menu offerings.
For more information, click HERE.
- 236 Drayton St.
- (912) 443-9555
5. McDonough’s Pub & Lounge
Open from early in the morning until the wee hours before dawn, McDonough’s menu offers salads and sandwiches, fantastic lunch specials, burgers, and Irish-inspired pub fare. The bar is a favorite of locals working late to grab dinner as well with the kitchen staying open until 2 a.m. Some of their famous Burgers include the “DOUBLE SMASH,” the “BLACK AND BLUE” and the “SAVANNAH BURGER.” They also serve a number of savory salads and pizzas cooked to perfection.
McDonough’s guest favorites include:
- FRIED PICKLES
- PIMENTO CHEESE CROQUETTES
- IRISH EGG ROLLS
- FRIED MUSHROOMS
- FRIED GREEN TOMATO
- GYREUBEN
- MANGO HABAÑERO SANDWICH
- SHEPHERD’S PIE
For more information, click HERE.
- 21 E Mc Donough St.
- (912) 233-6136
From its vibrant culinary scene to its unique desserts, Savannah is home to some of the best food in the South. Whether you’re looking for a casual bite or an upscale experience, there’s something to please every palate
