A Local’s Guide to Savannah & Tybee

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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.
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Savoy Society
102 E Liberty
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Best 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.
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The Wyld
2740 Livingston Ave
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The 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.
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Starland Yard
2411 De Soto Ave
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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.
Great, no-fuss fare. A local favorite so it fills up fast!
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Bull Street Taco
1608 Bull St
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Great, 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!
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Squirrel’s Pizza
2218 Bull St
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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!
The best soup dumplings in town and set in a beautiful gilded cage.
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Flock to the Wok
37 Whitaker St
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The 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!
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E-TANG
513 East Oglethorpe Avenue
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Hands 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!
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Over Yonder
2424 Abercorn Street
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Located behind (or through the back) of Moodrights. Step into this Texan style bar for late-night snacks and $3 Lonestar beer!
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Cotton & Rye
1801 Habersham St
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Circa 1875
48 Whitaker St
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Service Brewing Company
574 Indian St
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Great 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.
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Betty Bombers
1108 Bull St
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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.
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!
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Rancho Alegre Cuban Restaurant
402 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
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Ukiyo Savannah
Casa Guava Cuban Cafe
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Hop Atomica
535 E 39th St
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Sweet Potatoes Kitchen
531 Stephenson Ave
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NaaN On Broughton
114 E Broughton St
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Bar & nightlife

You’ll rarely see a tourist in this spot, a true local gem.
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Lone Wolf Lounge
2429 Lincoln St
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You’ll rarely see a tourist in this spot, a true local gem.
Best dive bar in the city, cash only.
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The Original
318 Drayton St
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Best 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.
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Artillery
307 Bull St
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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.
A local favorite located inside the Perry Lane hotel with great cocktails and plenty of entertainment—ski ball, arcade games and pong!
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The Wayward
257 E Perry St
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A 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.
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Peacock Lounge
37 Whitaker St
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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.
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!
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American Legion
1108 Bull St
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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!
Cheap beer, pool & duck pin bowling! You’ll feel like you’re hanging out in your Uncles basement with your friends!
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Moodright’s
2424 Abercorn St
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Cheap beer, pool & duck pin bowling! You’ll feel like you’re hanging out in your Uncles basement with your friends!
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AlleyCat Lounge
207 W Broughton Ln
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Sobremesa
Over Yonder
Wine bar with light bites. A great, new addition to the Starland District!
Late Air
Wine bar with light bites. A great, new addition to the Starland District!
Das Box
The Hawthorn Minibar and Lounge
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McDonough's Restaurant & Lounge
21 E Mc Donough St
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Neighborhoods

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!
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Tybee Island
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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.
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Two Tides Brewing Company
12 W 41st St
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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.
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
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JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
400 W River St
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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

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.
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Forsyth Farmers Market
13 E Park Ave
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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.
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SCAD Museum of Art
601 Turner Blvd
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This 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.
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Skidaway Island State Park
52 Diamond Causeway
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This 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!
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North Island Surf & Kayak
1 Old US Hwy 80
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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!
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Wormsloe Historic Site
7601 Skidaway Rd
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Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch

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Big Bon Bodega
2011 Bull St
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The 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.
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Franklin's
5 West Liberty Street
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The 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!
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The Sentient Bean
13 E Park Ave
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A great place to grab coffee and a bite before strolling through Forsyth Park. Vegan/Vegetarian friendly!
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Foxy Loxy Cafe
1919 Bull St
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Beautiful 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.
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Sip Shop Make at Forest and Fin
2418 De Soto Ave
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Beautiful 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.
Elevated Mediterranean food in a beautiful setting. The perfect lunch spot.
Shuk
Elevated Mediterranean food in a beautiful setting. The perfect lunch spot.
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B. Matthew's Eatery
325 East Bay Street
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The Funky Brunch Cafe
304 E Broughton St
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J. Christopher's
122 E Liberty
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Sundae Cafe
304 1st St
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PERC Coffee
1802 E Broad St
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While 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 Ave
While 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.
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Midtown Deli & Bagel Shop
7805 Abercorn St
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Another spot familiar to locals, it’s one of the best places to buy bagels or a low-key lunch.
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Auspicious Baking Company
7360 Skidaway Road
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Narobia's Grits & Gravy
2019 Habersham St
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Café 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 Dr
This 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!
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Graveface Museum
Factors Walk
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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!
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.
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Graveface Records & Curiosities
5 W 40th St
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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.
Laney Contemporary
1810 Mills B Ln Blvd
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Sulfur Studios
2301 Bull St
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I-Jepson Center for the Arts
207 W York St
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Rooftop Bars/ Reataurants

A beautiful rooftop restaurant and bar inside of the Perry Lane Hotel with breathtaking views of the city.
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Peregrin
256 E Perry St
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A beautiful rooftop restaurant and bar inside of the Perry Lane Hotel with breathtaking views of the city.
An underrated rooftop—great food and a quiet setting
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The Perch
1110 Bull St
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An underrated rooftop—great food and a quiet setting
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Churchill's
13 W Bay St
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Bar Julian
201 Port Street
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The Lost Square
412 Williamson St
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The Nest Rooftop Lounge
Electric Moon Skytop Lounge + Moon Deck
500 W River St
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Myrtle & Rose Rooftop Bar