Savannah’s Best Restaurants

It depends on where you want to dine. Some of Savannah’s more upscale restaurants like Vic’s on the River and The Olde Pink House, require reservations made a month or more in advance. At more casual eateries and cafes, walk-ins are typically welcomed.

Savannah is pretty relaxed when it comes to dress code — it’s a coastal city after all. For fine dining, it’s generally recommended to avoid wearing flip-flops or athletic clothing, but smart-casual dress is perfectly acceptable. Better yet, treat yourself to an outfit from one of the local boutiques and you’ll fit right in. 

Yes! Thanks to Savannah’s open container law, you can take your cocktail on-the-go throughout the Historic District. Waltz from River Street to Jones Street with an open, plastic to-go cup in hand (as long as it’s 16 ounces or fewer). Check out other facts about Savannah that might surprise you.

Savannah is a culinary hotspot of beloved Southern classics and home to innovative chefs constantly whipping up new delicious bites. Trying fried chicken is practically required, so check out some of Savannah's best fried-chicken spots. Seek out brunch classics like shrimp and grits and sweet treats like the world-famous pecan praline from River Street Sweets. And, of course, taste the iconic Lowcountry boil — a communal feast of seasoned, boiled shrimp, potatoes, corn and sausage — best enjoyed with a creekside view from The Crab Shack patio on nearby Tybee Island. To make sure you don’t miss a bite, follow this Savannah culinary itinerary.