Situated in a renovated building that was once home to the City Hotel, Moon River Brewing Company is a restaurant, bar and Savannah's only microbrewery. A varied menu includes quite a few vegetarian options. Imaginative appetizers such as Oysters with Pecan Pesto and Ginger Cured Salmon with Wasabi are worth a try. Fried sweet potato chips are a house specialty. And of course, your server will insist you try one of Moon River's micro-brewed beers with your meal.
Leopold’s Ice Cream is arguably the best ice cream in town. Located in downtown Savannah, this ice cream parlor has been a generation-spanning family business since 1919. With time-honored secret recipes by the founders themselves, they offer an array of flavors prepared from natural ingredients. Select from their famous Tutti Frutti, Rum Bisque, Mint Chocolate Chip, Rose Petal, Frozen Hot Cocoa and Eggnog, among classic and seasonal varieties.
Located in the city's Historic District, B. Matthew's eatery has graduated from a small deli to a restaurant popular for its New American cuisine. Fresh, local produce is used to create some fabulous fare. Drop in anytime of the day from breakfast through dinner, you will only find delicious goodness at this place.
This regional diner chain has its outpost located smack in the middle of Savannah's historic district. In its casual, family-friendly space, J. Christopher's serves an array of breakfast classics such as omelets and pancakes, besides a few signature items like Blueberry Crunchcakes and Breakfast Skillets. Those who frequent this friendly diner will also know that they have an extensive menu for health-conscious patrons that includes the South Beach Diet breakfast platter and the Egg White Sub. To end the day on a sweet note, J. Christopher's serves plenty of desserts too.
The sign hangs beneath mossy oaks, so you'll have to look for the line that forms during the breakfast and lunchtime hours at this restaurant. This no-nonsense eating-house has been a Savannah favorite for over six decades, serving up down home Southern treats in the basement of a brick building that dates to 1870. The seasonal menu features a rotating plethora of traditional delights, including Southern fried chicken, okra gumbo, buttery cornbread and collard greens. You won't find a bigger lunch plate in town. Family style dining, and cash only.
Try out gourmet sandwiches, baked goods and strong coffee at Joe’s Homemade Cafe.The cafe makes special cakes and goodies for parties if you go for their catering options. They also offer special discounts to all army and police officers and students. You can come here and sit down in their cozy cafe or you can also grab some take-out if you are in a hurry. The cafe also delivers their goods if you happen to be in the vicinity.
For a delicious and inexpensive southern restaurant, there is no better place than Sweet Potatoes Kitchen. Diners will enjoy the perfectly crispy and tender catfish, pecan butter biscuits, and banana pudding. Ideal for large groups and families, this spacious and colorful eatery is a favorite among the locals of Savannah.
Awarded 'Best of the best Barbeque Restaurants' in 2009 and 2010, Wiley's Championship BBQ offers delectable fare. Choose from a diverse menu of Tantalizing Sandwiches, Sliders or BBQ Plates of Pulled Pork, Smoked Sausage and Beef Brisket. The cheekily named 'Better Than Sex' BBQ sauce and Wiley's Pepper Sauce add to the delicious flavors making the end result something out of a meat-lover's dream.