For over 20 years, Pamela Lanier's Savannah, Georgia Travel Guide has been your connection to Savannah's tourism community with invaluable details on local attractions, restaurants, shopping, museums, history, outdoor recreation and more.
Food
Savannah offers restaurants that tempt every palate and pocketbook. The seafood is outstanding and includes culinary treasures like shrimp, crab, and oysters. Regional specialties such as hush puppies, gumbos, grits, red rice, Southern fried chicken and barbecue are not to be missed. The following are just a few of Savannah's favorites.
The Crab Shack - A favorite among tourists, Savannahians and local Tybee Islanders, the Crab Shack is, quite simply, a crab, shrimp, and oyster-eating adventure not to be missed. Located at Estill Hammock Rd., Tybee Island, GA; (912) 786-9857.
Mary's Seafood and Steak House - one of Savannah's most sought-after tables is right here, where many folks swear by the inventive, but solid menu. Mary's is located at 10002 Abercorn St.; (912)927-1300.
Lady & Sons - A world-class restaurant right in the heart of downtown. Their simple but luscious Southern gourmet buffet has gained national fame. Located at 311 W. Congress St.; (912) 233-2600.
Nita's - Not an adventure for the strict calorie counter, this nationally known Southern legend cooks up down-home classics for a raving throng of admirers. Located at 140 Abercorn St.; (912) 238-8233.
