DineSouth 2018 Guide

River Street Sweets

Satisfy your Southern sweet tooth with a Savannah classic. With more than 100 years of combined candy making experience, the Strickland family has been feeding Savannah’s sweet tooth since 1978 when they turned their gift shop into a candy store.…

The Ordinary Pub

American gastropub right underneath the heart of Savannah. Shortly after the Pub’s opening in 2015, Chef Justin “Grizz” Grizzard join the team because of his vast culinary knowledge and unique take on cuisine. Although he brought a lot to the…

Tequila’s Town

Modern, yet traditional Mexican cuisine. There’s nothing better than traditional, and with Chef German at the helm of Tequila’s Town’s Sandfly location, you’re guaranteed to feel right south of the border. With Chef German’s incredible attention to detail, the culinary…

Savannah Riverboat Cruise

Sail away with Southern cuisine. For more than 25 years, Captain Jonathan H. Claughton and his crew have been serving Savannah classic Southern dishes on their charming dinner cruises. A specially prepared buffet style dinner is the perfect compliment to…

Salt Island Fish & Beer

Salty traditions create the perfect beach experience. Restaurateurs Eric and Emily Liebtag are no stranger to salty success. With more than 20 years of culinary experience—including Eric attending culinary school in London—it was only natural for them to end up…

39 Rue de Jean

A French getaway in downtown Savannah. A Savannah native, General Manager J.G. Curry began his service industry career as a server when he was 18. Now, he has been involved in the opening of more than 80 restaurants around the…

Rise Biscuits and Donuts

Rise and shine with the best dang biscuits and donuts in Savannah. For more than a year, mother-son duo Cristol and Shane Johnson and their team have been serving up the best dang biscuits and donuts to the downtown Savannah…

Prohibition

Step into the past with quality cuisine and divine cocktails. Although he’s a New York native, Chef Greg Garrison is no stranger to Southern cuisine. In 2015, Garrison became chef at Prohibition’s Charleston location and completely revamped its culinary program.…

Husk Savannah

A passion for Southern cuisine provides strictly Southern delights. Executive Chef Chris Hathcock, a Husk veteran—having worked at Husk Greenville since its opening, alongside Chef Jon Buck and Chef Sean Brock—maintains the philosophy of Husk by celebrating Southern ingredients and…

Edgar’s Proof and Provision

Southern comfort food with a Savannah twist.  With more than 15 years of culinary experience, Executive Chef Mark Santiago is no stranger to classic Southern cuisine, having worked at multiple upscale restaurants in the area prior, bringing a respect for…

Chazito’s Latin Cuisine

Fusion Puerto Rican classics rooted in tradition. Given that he was born into a large, ethnic Puerto Rican family where food is celebrated, it’s only natural that Chef Chaz Ortiz ended up owning two restaurants and a food truck. Deeply…

Top Deck

A premier, upscale rooftop bar with exquisite views.  A passion for food is a must in the service industry, but Chef Tommy Dye takes it to the top level at Top Deck. With an eclectic menu—a true representation of Savannah—Chef…

Savannah Spirits Chop House

A simple, yet elegant dining experience in a classic 1920s Savannah atmosphere. With more than 30 years of cuisine experience and a great deal of local experience, Chef Peter Schott brings a tremendous culinary expertise and versatility to the kitchen…

Our Daily Bread

Food for the soul. Joshua Holland brings to you the coziest café in the South. From handmade, carefully crafted bakery items to classic coffee beverages, their aim is to bring you food and coffee the way it’s meant to be…

Moon River Brewing Company

Diversity meets classic pub fare Founded in 1999, award-winning Moon River Brewing Company has experienced some variation over the years, but what holds the culinary experience together is co-owner Gene Becco. A world traveler, Becco’s cuisine expertise is exemplified best…

Bonefish Grill

Simplistic and intricate fresh food meets big city comfort. Born and raised in the Dominican Republic, Culinary Manager Teo Ramos came to the United States with a vast knowledge of culinary knowledge, particularly with fresh fish. For more than two…

a.Lure

Unique perspective of Lowcountry cuisine. Chef Bryce Knott is a classic case of working your way to the top. Starting as a dishwasher and moving his way up to executive chef, Knott brings a unique perspective and in depth culinary…