Best Restaurants in Savannah (2025)

Mashama Bailey’s celebrated dining room inside a restored 1938 Greyhound depot remains Savannah’s signature experience—polished service, port city Southern flavors, and deep community ties. Praised by Eater and The New York Times, and featured on Chef’s Table.

A fine-dining standard-bearer in a grand Victorian mansion, serving refined coastal cuisine and a storied wine program. Consistently recommended by Eater and local critics; reservations are essential.

Farm Hospitality’s ingredient-driven restaurant in a lovingly restored home channels the Lowcountry’s farms and fisheries with global accents. Highlighted by Condé Nast Traveler and praised by local food writers for its seasonality and heart.

Set in a restored midcentury bank near Forsyth Park, this local favorite pairs Southern flavors with contemporary technique and a beloved rooftop lounge. Included on Eater’s essential Savannah list and endorsed by the state’s tourism board.

A true neighborhood bistro and gastropub where French classics, Old World wines, and late-night conviviality define the experience. Recognized by Eater as one of Savannah’s enduring best.

In Starland Yard, chef Kyle Jacovino turns slow-fermented dough and Southern grains into benchmark wood-fired pies. Lauded by Food & Wine and celebrated by local critics as Savannah’s top pizza.

A marshside hangout where locals arrive by car or boat for fresh shrimp, fish tacos, and slushy cocktails at sunset. Covered by Savannah Magazine and featured by Eater for its beloved waterfront setting.

A subterranean dining room with polished service and adventurous Southern plates—think local seafood, heritage meats, and wild game. Profiled by Forbes and praised by diners for special-occasion flair.

A locally loved Cuban institution with live Latin jazz, classic mojitos, and comforting plates like ropa vieja and paella. Included in Condé Nast Traveler’s Savannah picks and deeply rooted in the community.

Fast-casual Lowcountry boil served in a personal steam bag, plus po’boys and fried seafood. Featured on Cooking Channel’s Cheap Eats and noted locally for value and freshness.

Line up for a lunch-only, family-style feast in a historic boardinghouse—fried chicken, red rice, and a table crowded with sides. Endorsed by Visit Savannah and Explore Georgia for an essential Savannah ritual.

From the local Ele and the Chef team, this lively spot serves dumplings, wok dishes, and noodles beneath a gleaming birdcage chandelier. Recommended by Condé Nast Traveler and covered by Connect Savannah.