Where to Eat and Drink in Savannah

Believe it or not, it’s not easy to answer questions about Savannah restaurants. There are so many amazing restaurants in Savannah and my family is close friends with so many different restaurant owners, the last thing I want to do is hurt anyone’s feelings.

But, the Savannah Rock N Roll marathon and half marathon are quickly approaching and I’ve promised a few readers that I’d provide suggestions on where to eat, celebrate, and relax while they are in my hometown. Therefore, I’ve decided to highlight a few of my absolute favorite places on this blog and am making myself available via comments, email, Twitter, and Facebook for further questions.

If you read this and are from Savannah or have experience in the city, I’d love you to add your two cents in the comment section. Being a native who only has the opportunity to return a few times each year, I may forget about or not even know about a recent addition to the Savannah food and drink scene.  Without further ado, below are my suggestions of places to eat, relax, and party in Savannah.

Carb Load the Night Before

It would be very easy for me to limit this to restaurants in historic, downtown Savannah since that is where the race begins and ends. However, I am being realistic and realize that many people are staying at hotels all over the city. Therefore, I chose one restaurant downtown and one restuarant in midtown.

• Bella’s Italian Cafe
• Leoci’s Trattoria

Oh Shit I Forgot My Running Shoes

While I assume the RNR expo will have plenty of running gear and options, I can’t recommend Fleet Feet Savannah highly enough! The staff is super friendly, they’ve helped bring the marathon to Savannah, and they have a great selection!

Favorite Breakfast or Brunch

Savannah does food very well, especially anything that has the word biscuit or bacon in it! These are in descending order and I can’t stress enough how amazing both The Breakfast Club and Mrs.. Wilkes are in their own ways. If you’re looking for a big out place post half or marathon that is steps from the beach than Breakfast Club is your place. If you want a true taste of Southern cooking than Mrs.. Wilkes is your best bet and it’s also located in historic downtown.

• The Breakfast Club
• Mrs.. Wilkes Dining Room
• B Matthews
• J Christopher’s

Forget Breakfast, Lunch Is What Interests Me Since I believe people may be staying all over Savannah, this is a very random array of restaurants that are all near and dear to my heart.

Hirano’s (amazing hibachi)

Zunzi’s

Jalapeno’s (cheap Mexican with amazing margaritas that are the perfect way to celebrate post race)

The Pink House (It epitomizes Savannah: classy, Southern, and reasonably priced.)

Mrs.. Wilke’s Dining Room (See above)

Soho South Cafe (Eclectic and funky but serves delicious new Southern bistro lunches.)

Vinnie Van Go Go’s Pizza

I’m Ready to Toast the Amazing Race I Just Ran

Churchill’s Restaurant and Tavern

Pinkie Master’s Lounge (One of Savannah’s oldest bars.)

Savannah Smiles Dueling Piano’s (Always a good time!)

Wet Willie’s (Their really sweet slushy drinks pack a delicious punch!)

Molly MacPherson’s or Murphy’s Law

Last But Not Least, My Favorite Restaurant in Savannah

Elizabeth’s on 37th Street