Best Seafood in Savannah (2025)
Sorry Charlie's Oyster Bar
Oyster bar restaurant · Savannah
Downtown’s lively oyster hub pours Southern hospitality with serious sourcing—house Bull River oysters come from the team’s own Savannah Oyster Co. Frequently highlighted by Savannah Magazine and noted by regional reporters for the new rooftop concept upstairs.
The Wyld
Restaurant · Chatham County
A marshside favorite reached by a quiet lane, The Wyld marries Lowcountry shrimp, fish tacos, and seasonal catches with tidal views. Lauded by local food writers and, as Savannah Magazine noted, it marked a 10th anniversary in 2025—still very much a locals’ hangout.
Shabazz Seafood Restaurant
Seafood restaurant · Savannah
Family-run since 1989, this Westside institution fries whiting, shrimp, and crab the Savannah way. Recognized on Netflix’s Fresh, Fried & Crispy and spotlighted by local news, it remains a community touchstone with daytime hours and hearty platters.
Savannah Seafood Shack
Seafood restaurant · Savannah
Fast-casual in the Historic District with a smart spin on Lowcountry boil—personal bags with peeled shrimp, plus po’boys and cones. Featured in Condé Nast Traveler and seen on national food TV, it’s a quick, flavorful snapshot of coastal cooking.
Elizabeth's on 37th
Restaurant · Savannah
A Savannah landmark in a 1900 mansion, celebrated for refined coastal cuisine—blue crab, local grouper, and seasonal tasting menus—with gracious service. Frequently praised by national and regional editors and still a defining special-occasion meal.
St. Neo's Brasserie
Seafood restaurant · Savannah
An oyster-forward brasserie with a Southern accent: a bustling raw bar, she-crab soup, and seafood plateaux in a handsome downtown room. Noted by Southern Living and local critics for polished technique and coastal sourcing.
LOVE'S SEAFOOD & STEAKS
Seafood restaurant · Chatham County
On the Ogeechee River since 1949, Love’s is cherished for fried catfish, Wild Georgia shrimp, and river views. Local stations documented its November 2024 reopening after flood repairs—back serving big platters and sunsets.
Driftaway Cafe
Southern restaurant (US) · Chatham County
Sandfly’s neighborhood staple since 2001 turns out coastal crowd-pleasers—tuna bites, firecracker shrimp, seafood platters—and often hosts live music. Frequently recommended by local magazines and travel editors for relaxed, seafood-heavy menus.
Desposito's Seafood
Seafood restaurant · Thunderbolt
Reborn in Thunderbolt with an indoor-outdoor setup, this decades-old name plates Wild Georgia shrimp, boils, and seasonal crab. Highlighted by Eater Carolinas and active with community events, it’s a spirited, seafood-first hangout.
Sea Wolf Tybee
Restaurant · Tybee Island
A creative Tybee bungalow known for oysters, seasonal seafood snacks, and dialed‑in cocktails, with vegan options and patio swagger. Covered by Connect Savannah and listed by local tourism pros, it’s a stylish island detour near Savannah.