Behind every good meal is a great chef; and behind them are the people who open, run and own the restaurants. They are the invisible artists, working behind the scenes. Below are some of the South's favorite restauranteurs in South magazine’s Greatest 2023 contest! The Top Voted Greatest Restauranteurs will be featured in our Food, Film & Famous issue.
Photos / Claudia Chiavaroli We were experiencing a rare early May cold snap the morning I talked to TikTok star Claudia “Ravioli” Chiavaroli, but I just don’t have the heart to tell her about it. The 33-year-old moved to South…
The heart of the Southern home is the kitchen, and a poorly equipped kitchen doesn’t exactly make those epic Southern meals happen. That’s why we’ve rounded up the best products to ensure the best room of your house stays…
“A new wave of entertainment" has hit the Coastal Empire as the newest, most celebrated disruption in the southeast. Decades of heightened anticipation has over-delivered with an arena experience unlike any other…
Poe’s Tavern Moody ambiance with delicious dishes. This all-American restaurant makes all of its menu items in-house while modeling its design and menu on the life and works of Edgar Allen Poe. Located…
Salt Island Fish & Beer Refresh and recharge beach-goers days. The perfect spot to recharge after a day on the beach or connect with someone on a first date. Located a strong stone’s…
Wright Square Bistro Throwing a dinner party every day. "When making a dish,” Michael Higgins and Tod Whitaker tell their team, “make sure it’s something you would serve to a guest in your…
Rusty Pig BBQ Family Recipes, Casual Dining. Cindy and Neal Anderson started Rusty Pig more than 13 years ago to share the best barbeque with friends and family, quickly growing into two restaurants and they’re not done yet. With a…
Moss + Oak Savannah Eatery Bringing a scrumptiously unparalleled new menu. Located inside Hyatt Regency Savannah, this spacious hotel has a front seat to the best the city has to offer. Hyatt Regency…
Chef Kirk Blaine Catering Savory Memories and Flawless Delivery. For…
PS Tavern Your neighborhood bar away from home. This relaxed establishment strives to make every patron a recurring customer with its friendly service, popular drinks and delicious bar food. After moving from Colorado…
Tequila's Town A modern take on traditional Mexican cuisine. From humble origins in Morelia, Michoacán, Tequila's Town continues to capture Savannahians with a modern interpretation of the traditional. With a flagship location in downtown Savannah, this restaurant sets itself apart…
Belford’s Savannah Keeping it traditional while looking forward. Experience some of the south’s finest cuisine at this historic upscale locale. One of Savannah’s most established restaurants, Belford’s prides itself on its excellent customer service and respect for tradition. Built in…
Le Café Gourmet Come for the smells, stay for the authenticity. This Parisian café in downtown Savannah attracts local and international visitors alike through traditional baking practices and ingredients imported from across the…
1540 Room at The DeSoto Flavors 482 Years in the Making. Inside The DeSoto, Chef Collin Clemons and General Manager Andrew Noye join creative forces to bring you the dynamic flavors of…
Chamacos Tacos & Surf Tacos, Tequila and Tunes on Tybee. Located just a block from the beach on Tybee Island, this zesty taco joint is rated within the top 10% of all properties…
Nine Line Apparel and Black Rifle Coffee Company Robust coffee and relentless patriotism on historic Savannah’s River Street. Nine Line Apparel and their patriotic partners, Black Rifle Coffee Company, have joined forces, operating…
Jazz'd Tapas Bar Under new ownership, Jazz’d looks to curate a different vibe. This below-the-street local favorite industrial restaurant has plans to spice things up in the coming months. First…
Jalapeños Taco Tuesday Any Day. Family-owned since 1997, Jalapeños Authentic Mexican Grill has been the go-to spot for mouthwatering Mexican food in the Savannah area for over 20 years. With an extensive…
Edible Arrangements An unforgettable gift, artfully arranged and dipped in molten chocolate to make any celebration delicious! Chocolate-dipped pineapple daisies and stars are a…
Frannie & The Fox A Holy City Twist. Locally Sourced and Expertly Seasoned. You don’t have to leave the cobblestone streets of the historic district to find Emeline—home to a wood-fired eatery and…
The Alida Find Yourself at The Lost Square From whiskey to wine to wish-list weekends, the rooftop bar at the Alida Hotel is the siren song of Savannah’s sultry southern riverside spot.…
Common Restaurant Classic Dishes, Uncommon Style. Saturated in historic charm and patina, The Common comes to life in this 140-year-old national historic building in the heart of downtown Savannah. Its stunning views…
The Ordinary Pub Food Beyond Ordinary. If you’re not paying attention you might miss the entrance to one of Savannah’s most imaginative gastropubs. That’s because The Ordinary Pub has an unassuming doorway…
