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Feed 12 Gardening

Fast Food vs. Slow Food

15 Water Conservation Find out why it’s important and how to do your part

27 The Well FED Pet

Choosing a chew for your dog

Eat 44 Keep on Truckin’

An interview with Green Truck Pub’s owner, Josh Yates

48 The Spice of Life

Restaurant Feature: Rancho Alegre Cuban Plus Recipe for Ropa Vieja

Special Addition : Hospitality Industry features

18 Sustainably Delicious 7 tips to improve the hospitality industry’s environmental effects.

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21 The 411 on POS

POS: Not quite what you think...it’s so much more.

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Dining Guide

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77 The BAR GUIDE

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24 From Food to Fuel

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What does it mean to be a sponsor? Or a contributor?

How does that definition differ from, say, a partner? Over the past few weeks, I have learned quite a bit about all of the above. I learned that sometimes they are as interchangeable as common currency. I also learned that sometimes they can turn out to be so much more.

All too often, those with the blessings of wealth or power can easily and sometimes quite carelessly bestow upon others, gifts and other charities without even batting an eye. Sometimes these generosities can be great in amount and scope. Then sometimes these generosities are not actually acts of kindness; but rather, financial transactions, that were done with the intention of acquiring something in exchange for this act of “generosity”.

With that said, while the above most surely happens in today’s world; it has been so refreshing to find that there are still those among us who are no stranger to a genuine act of kindness.

I’m speaking of all those individuals, businesses, and organizations, who over the past few weeks have been so supportive of Well FED and our endeavor that is the 2011 Savannah Food Day Festival.

Those who have so little and continue to give so much.They have given their confidence: in an endeavor that has yet to even prove itself.They have given their hard earned profits: to a small fledgling magazine and entrusted within them, their hope and belief that individuals can make a difference, no matter how big or small.They have given their time: It has been the busy business owner, the mother already stretched thin, the new father, the struggling student.All these people have given to the cause. All these people made the choice: that what they wanted to do with what little free time they had, with what little extra funds they’ve saved- they wanted to give it away.

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Rene Teran Creative Director

Whitney Johnson Contributing Writers

Kelly Lockamy Margosia Jadkowski Jennifer Jeng Antoine Gedroyc Ed Hoffman Maggie & John Granquist David Ginilliat Katelan Cunningham Contributing Artists

M’Elena Holder Murphy Basore Roque Jean Katelan Cunningham Contributing Photographers

William Chambers Accounts

Some of the contributors to the festival were companies that are quite large.Yet, it was not the size of the check that mattered. Instead, it was the amount of time that these business owners were willing to give to us. It was the consideration and respect that is all too often forgotten, that was bestowed upon a young man with a big idea.

-These people were willing to listen. They were willing to believe. They were willing to take a chance.As we also approach our one year anniversary of Well FED Magazine: I would like to say to all of you who have sponsored, contributed, volunteered, worked, and partnered with us over this past year and more recently with the Food Day Festival: I promise to you that I will never forget to listen, to believe, to take a chance, on returning the favor; not only to you, but to others as well. I will forever be in your debt and I plan on paying it forward for the rest of my life.Thank you all for reaffirming to me, that Savannah is the place where I shall call home.

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Slow it Down, Bring it home Slow-down, you eat too fast, you gotta make this flavor last, just kickin’ back the mashed-taters, lookin’ for slow-food and eatin’ gravy…. (read this to the tune in your head of Simon & Garfunkle’s hit song)

Wait, what is slow food?

First it might be helpful to describe what slow food is NOT. Basically, it’s called “fast food.” It can be found in most towns, cities and nearly every highway exit. Often, it is a place where you don’t even have to get out of your car; you interact with a disembodied voice and then with a person through a tiny window for less than two minutes. Finally, you race off to your destination while wolfing down your purchase. These places are available around the clock, there are no dirty dishes or cutlery to wash and when you’re done, it is simply thrown away (often you’ll see evidence of these meals along the roadsides). Although fast food is always convenient, ultimately it came from factory farms and industrialized agriculture. The meals are processed in a factory; the food is sent down conveyor belts to be chopped, ground and packaged into plastic containers.

Then these convenient packages are transported from across the country and even across the globe where few or no environmental regulations or workers rights exist (if they do, are rarely enforced). Once they get to the fast food restaurant, they are put on an assembly line much like you’d see in any factory. The workers are generally poorly paid, bored with doing unskilled labor, and so disconnected from this lifeless food that there is little or no pride in the final product. There is no regional diversity in this product that a local employee could even take pride in or identify with on a cultural

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level: Fast food burgers and fries are the same whether you’re in North Dakota or South Carolina.

Now contrast that too familiar scenario with what is known as slow foods. This fare can be found in any town, city or country home, a few wholesome cafes, and many high-end restaurants. I have yet to run across one on a highway exit or one that has a drive-thru.

The ingredients of slow foods come from sustainable regional farms and nearby organic gardens. The produce arrives at the destination intact, where it will then be processed by skilled hands, wielding their craft with sharp knives and a pride in what they’re creating.

The humanely locally raised meats are often delivered by the ranchers or ranch-hands themselves who come with details of the free-range lifestyles these animals enjoyed. To access this final product you must sit at a table, interact with the wait staff, family or friends, use ceramic plates, bowls, and metal cutlery that will then be washed and reused countless times. If at a home, you’d be with friends or family, chopping and cooking the foods that were gathered from field, garden, produce stand or the Forsyth Farmer’s Market.

Perhaps your meat came from the locally owned health food store, Brighter Day, or the Savannah Food Co-op that both buy from sustainably managed local ranches and farms. The meals themselves are a reflection of local culinary traditions; recipes passed down through the generations and shared with newcomers. For example, the shrimp and grits you have for breakfast in coastal Georgia would be next to impossible to find in Iowa.

The food of this second scenario definitely takes time to plan, gather and prepare. It requires organization of people, initial research to source the foods, and a pleasant place to enjoy the outcome of all this effort.

However, that doesn’t mean it has to cost a lot. Slow Food International designated September 17th as a day for a Slow Food $5 Challenge event - inviting individuals, families and organizations around the world to host slow-food meals that cost less than $5 per person. Savannah has a local Slow Food chapter that you can join by going to SlowFoodUSA.org, and linking to the local chapter page. In this way you’ll be kept in the loop when Slow Food events are planned here in Savannah.

Another event that I hope you all will turn out for this month is Food Day, October 22. The official Food Day Festival 2011 guide is printed in this issue of Well FED, so turn to those pages when you’re done here, and please plan your day accordingly. The Savannah Urban Garden Alliance (SUGA) will be there with workshops on composting and water conservation, healthy cooking, and gardening. SUGA’s vision and mission are fully aligned with the principles behind Slow Food and Food Day. Our vision: Providing access to local healthy food one garden at a time. Our mission: SUGA is cultivating a healthy gardening movement in Savannah communities through outreach and education. Please consider joining SUGA’s facebook page to stay informed on gardening, food classes, and events that we sponsor.

We are also found at www.SUGAcentral.org.

Folks, it’s time to take a hard look at our lifestyles of convenience; to stop looking for the cheapest price rather than quality and integrity. My friend, David Malpass, who has introduced the Transition Town Initiative to Savannah (find it on Facebook) coined

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the following phrase: “Consumption is the habit of convenience.” Our culture is addicted to convenience.

Convenience leads to more consumption; over consumption leads to disconnection. The convenience of fast food leads to the disconnection of where our food came from, who prepared it, how it was grown, and the reason for why we should even care.

Certainly there are times when it’s essential to have something quick to eat. One thing I’ve done to help during the hectic work week is to plan some meals and prep the ingredients on a leisurely Sunday afternoon.

Likewise, bagged lunches can quickly be assembled with last minute additions of left-overs, fresh salad, or sandwiches. Having a healthy nut mix or protein bar in the glove box is another way to forgo pulling through the drive-thru in a moment of weakness.

We live in a time of economic insecurity, a broken food system, climate changes, an obesity epidemic (up 214% from 1950-2000!)*, and a cancer epidemic (up by 55% since 1950.)** In our electronic era we spend a large part of our waking hours in front of a TV and/or computer. Screen time is out of control: 8 hours for adults and 6 hours for kids ages 8-18 (not including school-work related computer time.) We need to get back to basics! Much of this imbalance can be addressed by changing our dining lifestyle. This can be accomplished by gardening, buying from local farms, cooking wholesome meals, and being active with family and friends. Consider getting involved in worthy causes in your community that you can feel good about, using your time to make the world a better place, one community at a time.

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Conserving Water in Your Garden

By Margosia Jadkowski The idea of water conservation may seem out of place in a city like Savannah which is at the mouth a river draining over 6,700,000 acres, surrounded by tidal marshes, and striped with canals.

But the truth is that Savannah, along with the rest of Coastal Georgia and the Low Country, is at a critical point in its water management—if we do not use less water, our groundwater supply, the Floridan Aquifer, will be progressively contaminated by saltwater.

Once salt-contaminated water reaches our wells, closure of the wells is inevitable. In 2010 our neighbor Hilton Head Island closed two more wells, making six closed in total, which is half their well system. Closing wells in Savannah will be a cost we all share.

It’s not all gloom though. If we take steps to use our water resources more efficiently and more thoughtfully, this can all be slowed or avoided. While this problem is being addressed by the city, we all have to start conserving water. Water is a common resource, shared by our community: our right to access it comes with the responsibility to conserve it. Luckily the City of Savannah has many programs to help you conserve water in your home and garden through the Water Resources Bureau’s Environmental Affairs Office such as waterSmart Gardening.

The waterSmart concept isn’t about sacrificing the beauty, health, and productivity of your garden. No one is saying to let your garden shrivel in the summer sun, or to fill your yard with cacti. It is about giving the plants what they need to be healthy without wasting water and money. These simple tips will help you garden more responsibly and save money on your water bill while you’re at it.

1 Water efficiently—Perhaps the easiest way to water efficiently is to only water when needed: use a rain gauge (free in Savannah’s outdoor water conservation kits) or a moisture sensor to judge if plants have received enough water from rainfall, and look for signs of moisture stress like wilting.When you do water, be sure to water deeply at the roots rather than spraying the whole plant. This will get more water to where it’s needed, prevent shallow rooting, and cut down on disease like tomato blight and powdery mildew. Drip irrigation can also help you water at the root, and use 30-50% less water than sprinklers. By simply following the Outdoor Water Use Restrictions you will cut down on water lost though evaporation.

2 Use alternative water sources— For each square foot of collection area, 6 gallons of water can be collected from 1 inch of rainfall.

Using a rain barrel to collect roof water can provide a significant supplement to your groundwater use for irrigation, and can be hooked into a drip irrigation system. Condensation from air conditioners and dehumidifiers can also be a supplemental source of water. Though it is a larger commitment than a rain barrel, a greywater system to recycle shower or faucet water could be right for your home.

3 Put the right plants in the right place—When selecting plants, choose native species or heirlooms that are better suited for our region’s climate and soils. Be sure to arrange plants in your garden based on their water and light needs, with partial shade plants on eastern exposures, and moisture-loving plants at the bottom of any slopes. By grouping plants based on their water requirements— high, medium, or low—you can irrigate more efficiently by targeting the groups’ needs.

4 Add organic matter—Our sandy soil naturally have low organic matter, so we need to amend it. Mixing 3 inches of organic matter, such as compost, into your soil will not only provide nutrients for your garden, but will also help the soil hold moisture longer.

Mulching will further help soils retain water: apply 3-5 inches of mulch (try hay, pinestraw, or bark mulch) under the canopy of plants or on the entire area of the bed. As the mulch breaks down and is incorporated into the soil it will continue serving its purpose, holding moisture and feeding plants.

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To help you water more efficiently, the Water Resources Bureau offers outdoor water conservation kits to City of Savannah Water customers at no cost.

These kits are a free, easy way to curb your water use and include a stop-flow hose nozzle, a faucet aerator, and a rain gauge. To take a larger step, consider a rain barrel for collecting runoff from a roof, or a composter to reduce water used in garbage disposals, and to produce free compost for your garden. Rain barrels and composters will be sold at a 55% discount in a one day truck load sale on October 22nd at the East Broad St. Elementary School as part of the Food Day Festival.

Workshops on using the rain barrels and composters will be taught during the festival.

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To find out more about waterSmart gardening, to request a free outdoor water conservation kit, or to learn more about any of the Water Resources Bureau’s programs call 912-651-6943 or email mjadkowski@ savannahga.gov.

Margosia Jadkowski is the Environmental Services Planner for the City of Savannah’s Water Resources Bureau Environmental Affairs Office. Originally from Maine, her background is in geology and sustainable agriculture.

what does it take to make a restaurant environmentally friendly ? here are some easy-to-implement tips for running a “green” restaurant.

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eliciously organic sweet Georgia peaches, freshly picked heirloom tomatoes, locally-raised Hunter Cattle—all combined into a tantalizingly delicious culinary creation. It seems so easy to “green” a restaurant, just send out your chef to buy the best local ingredients at the farmers market and viola! Right? If only it were so easy, the restaurant industry wouldn’t be one of the most resource dependent industries in the United States.

As a worldwide industry, with close to a million establishments just in the US, restaurants are truly taste shapers – setting examples for consumers and promoting culinary trends. However, while setting design, service, and taste trends, this sector also creates a significant environmental impact.

On average, a restaurant produces 50,000 pounds of trash per year, uses more than 2 million gallons of water a year, and consumes more energy per square foot than any other sector in the US. The good news is that the industry has begun utilizing its considerable influence to initiate a more eco-friendly business model –promoting new social and environmental consciousness.

But adding sustainable operations to restaurateurs’ plates doesn’t come easily. Their plates (pardon the pun), are already filled working to provide the good eats, topnotch service, and perfect ambiance that define a restaurant. Getting customers and staff to embrace the sustainable difference takes a lot of vigilance and know-how.

According to Pat Maher, the American Hotel and Lodging Association’s Green Guru, having dedicated people on the ground promoting sustainable initiatives and managing change is the key ingredient to success.

Whether the restaurant is a tiny

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takeout counter, a fine-dining establishment, or even the banquet department at a hotel, dedication and support from employees and guests can mean the difference between greenwashing marketing ploys and a successful sustainable operation.

As restaurant owners know, providing examples is a great way to train and engage staff. How? Think of staff tastings, having servers try the specials and new dishes so they’ll better know how to describe them to customers. The same tactic can be used to exemplify how sustainable operations can make a difference.

start with visible, tangible, and easy changes that clearly show employees how they are making a difference.

Here are some easy to implement changes collected from sustainably-minded restaurants and the food and beverage departments at several Marriott Hotels and Resorts, including the Marriott Savannah Riverfront:

• Remove the Bread Basket:

Mmm...bread baskets filled to the brim with warm, soft, deliciously golden rolls... sounds good doesn’t it? Sadly, most of these rolls are never consumed and find their new home in the kitchen trash can after just a few short hours of life. Stop the automatic bread offering and make service more personable by offering a different selection of breads from a platter and serving seconds on request.

• Not cooking? Turn off the hood:

Commercial hoods are powerful pieces of equipment and can be your HVAC systems worst enemy, sucking up all the cool air your air conditioner worked so hard to produce. Be kind to it, and your bottom line, just flip the switch.

• Paper Straws:

Americans use 500 million plastic straws a day, which all end up in a landfill and take hundreds of years to degrade. Paper straws offer an affordable alternative and memorable experience for guests.

• Low-Flow Spray Valves:

Installing low-flow pre-rinse spray valves is an easy, cost-effective way to reduce water use without hampering cleaning power. You can also install faucet aerators in bathrooms and non ware-washing sinks to further water conservation.

• Pedal Operated Faucets:

We all know how hectic a kitchen can be - and cooks and servers often have both hands full - so a foot operated pedal at the dish station and hand sink can prevent water wastage.

• Simply Turn it Off:

Whether it is leaving the water running through your steam kettle or pasta cooker, water conservation can be as simple as remembering to turn the valve.

• Reuse Water:

Say you do forget to turn a valve and end up filling your steam kettle to the brim, use the extra water for other equipment or dump it into the mop bucket for cleaning.

As you can see, there are many different ways to “green” a restaurant. Although it is great to see sustainability showcased through the food, beverages, and design of a restaurant, it is the small things that go on behind the scenes everyday that can really make that first difference. A sustainable restaurant can look like any other restaurant.

it just takes hard work & dedication from employees and the understanding of guests to go from being simply delicious to sustainably delicious.

Jennifer Jeng graduated from the Cornell School of Hotel Administration and recently completed her Masters of Art in Design for Sustainability at SCAD. She has worked for various hospitality companies including Leading Hotels of the World and Starwood Hotels and Resorts.

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So what does POS Stand for? No, it’s not what you’re thinking!

“POS” stands for Point of Sale and refers to a handheld or stationery touch-screen device that we see servers huddled around in restaurants and bars. From recording your order, to making sure the food is cooked and delivered at the right moment while making payments a breeze; it has vastly improved the overall customer experience. It also helps restaurants manage inventory, reduce theft and can even integrate with mobile devices, websites and more.

At one time or another, we have all experienced one of the many situations that can make going out to dinner a complete nightmare. Such as waiting too long for your order – What could be more disappointing than that? Perhaps you’ve been drooling over the thought of your steak arriving medium-rare only to find that it’s well-done. A worst case scenario might be a trip to the ER because the chef didn’t get the message that you’re allergic to onions. These are only a few of the disastrous dining situations that a POS system can help restaurants avoid.

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Back in the day…

Back in the days of “pen and paper”, a waiter would come to your table, scribble your order on a shred of paper, and give that “ticket” to the kitchen to prepare it. This old school system works okay until the place gets slammed and major details of an order are forgotten or bad handwriting gets in the way. Your food or favorite cocktail can get lost in translation. The POS system allows servers to send orders directly from the device to the right area in the kitchen. If the system is set up correctly, they are prompted to check every detail, such as temperature, sides, etc.

Cooks no longer complain because they’re not sure how to prepare your filet mignon or delicate piece of salmon. If food must be sent back to the kitchen, not only is it a disappointment to customers, it is also a huge loss for restaurants; so anything “out of the ordinary” (called modifiers in the POS world) such as the NO ONION option, is printed boldly on the kitchen’s ticket –reducing potential errors and misunderstandings.

Pro-active technology.

POS technology is always improving; some systems now send alerts to owners and managers when something isn’t being done correctly. For instance, if a table hasn’t been cleared, a check has been sitting on a table for too long, or maybe customers are waiting too long between courses – the staff gets an alert, which allows them to take care of the problem before it really becomes a major issue.

The dreaded “split-check” is a hassle for both waiters and customers.

There may be a large group eating together, ordering bottles of wine and sharing appetizers, and when it’s finally time to go – the check must be split three or four ways. Without a good POS, it’s a tedious process that can slow down the whole line and can quickly turn into a nightmare. Many bars and restaurants don’t even offer the option of splitting the check, just to avoid the issue all together. An efficient POS allows the staff to split an entire check in a few easy steps; including a bottle of wine, or any other item on the menu.

Integrated loyalty programs, such as gift cards, online ordering, and social media are some of the many other features that can make the lives of owners, staff, and of course, customers, a lot easier. It allows you to order your favorite foods from home or the office, easily use frequentdiner programs, and receive automatic social media updates. These are just a few examples of how POS technology can improve your experience and make it more personal.

What’s next for POS? In a hi-tech world filled with hackers who can use viruses, key-loggers, malware, and many other illegal means of obtaining personal information – it is of utmost importance to feel safe using “plastic” to pay for a night on the town. A well maintained POS system not only allows staff to take your order at your table, send it directly to the kitchen or bar, but also takes payments without leaving your sight. Another advantage of POS is that it allows bartenders to start a tab without having to keep your card behind the bar. Additionally, the greatest implement of POS I have seen thus far is that there are actually mobile apps that allow you to place an order, pay for your food, and send it directly to the kitchen – all using POS from your personal phone! Many of us believe that the future of POS can open a whole new realm of possibilities for both owners and customers.

The bottom line: A POS system helps businesses run more efficiently and safely by reducing all those mistakes, errors, and misunderstandings that can turn your perfect night out into a total disaster.

However, nothing will ever replace the pleasure of having a great bartender or server who makes everyone feel special.

Combined with a creative menu and a great atmosphere and staff, this constantly evolving technology is here to make our lives easier – not to replace those human interactions that can make our dining experiences even more memorable.

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This is an article about grease…

that oily waste that restaurants dispose of once it can no longer be used for frying and cooking. Most people don’t want to look at or deal with grease. But where does it go? What happens to it? And why has this used grease become so important in Savannah?

Grease (otherwise known as used cooking oil) has conventionally been discarded in big dumpsters located behind restaurants in lanes and parking lots. If you’ve ever noticed it, you have probably given it a pretty wide berth. Many of those systems are still in place, and every 3 months or so the accumulation of grease and sludge in the dumpster is sucked out by a tank-truck.

Most of the grease is then shipped for several hours or more to a processing plant where it is filtered and pasteurized. The filtered oil is then shipped to other processing plants where up to 90% is added to animal feed, dog food, and sometimes other oil based products.

Occasionally the filtered oil is even shipped overseas where it helps fuel foreign countries.

Today, a relatively new company here in Savannah called SES Biofuels, is making the process cleaner, greener, and actually beneficial for Savannah.

As its name implies, SES Biofuels produces biofuels, specifically biodiesel - a clean affordable fuel made from the grease discarded by local restaurants. The resulting diesel fuel costs less than petroleum, is 78% cleaner burning, non-toxic, and sold locally, which means that all the fuel savings and environmental benefits are retained locally as well.

For those unfamiliar with biodiesel, it can be run in most diesel engines without modification.

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In fact, the City of Tybee Island, the City of Savannah, and several local fleets use biodiesel made by SES. Terry Koller, Chief Engineer for the River Street Trolley and Railroad Museum, has found that the fuel has actually improved engine performance. ”The engines in the diesel locomotives that we operate at the railroad museum are 64 years old, so they require a lot of maintenance and tinkering to keep them running well. ‘

‘Since we’ve started running a concentration of biodiesel the engines have been running smoother, we have had less problems with injector fouling and less smoke at the stack exhaust.”

On the other end of the spectrum you have the ultra modern marine diesel generators that we run in the River Street Streetcar. They too have accepted the biodiesel fuel without any problems and the most amazing thing is that this fuel is something that was once thrown away,” says Koller.

In addition to producing a cleaner fuel, SES Biofuels is committed to providing a clean collection service.

“Every part of our recycling process is designed to reduce pollution and Savannahs’ environmental footprint,” according to Jonathan Kessler, president at SES. “Large grease dumpsters and poor maintenance can lead to oily storm water run-off and watershed contamination, so we’ve designed systems and maintenance schedules to keep the oil out of our storm pipes and marshes and in local fuel tanks instead.”

As part of the new recycling program, restaurants may now choose from a variety of smaller collection containers, such as 5 gallon metal buckets with lids that lock and prevent outside oil transfer and potential spills.

Restaurants that prefer to have a larger central storage container may use a 5 gallon drip-proof can to transport the oil from the fryer to the container outside. The drip-proof-can, a simple and popular tool with restaurants, may be placed directly under the fryer spout and has a spring-loaded lid that will not open until activated by the person transferring the oil.

Restaurants recycling large volumes of grease may even choose an automatic drain system that pumps the oil directly from the fryer to the container outside. This system eliminates personal contact with the oil as well as any potential for spills, burns, and messy clean-ups.

Many large restaurants prefer this system for its time saving ability as well.

These systems will become increasingly important in 2012 when Savannah’s new grease ordinance goes into effect for all Savannah restaurants north of DeRenne Ave. The new ordinance will require restaurants to

recycle waste grease, maintain clean storage areas, and keep records of compliance. SES will work with restaurants to keep the process simple and straightforward, so that all participating restaurants will be fully in compliance with the new ordinance. In order to make sure the storage containers and areas are kept clean and well maintained, SES also provides weekly collection and cleaning service.

These systems and services are free, and SES Biofuels also pays restaurants for every gallon of oil that they put in the containers. The extra income is important to many restaurants, but other restaurants, such as Zunzi’s are “just happy to be recycling the right way,” according to Gabrielle DeBeer, owner of Zunzi’s.

The contribution of local restaurants’ used oil, in fact, not only helps fuel the local economy but also benefits those less fortunate through the monthly donations of fuel made by SES to local charities. Each month they donate a thousand dollars worth of fuel to a different local charity; such as Rotary Medical Equipment who uses the diesel to power their trucks as they collect and deliver unused and unwanted medical equipment to hospitals in need. The Big Green Bus also got a donation of fuel when it stopped in Savannah as part of its nationwide tour to promote energy conservation and renewable fuels.

Ed Hoffman’s interest in biodiesel began over a decade ago but his involvement came in response to the Gulf Oil spill last year. In order to remove himself from the petroleum industry as much as possible he purchased a diesel vehicle specifically to begin using biodiesel. Since then he has become plant manager at SES Biofuels and enjoys raising awareness and working to make renewable fuels more available in Savannah.

When you visit restaurants around Savannah you may notice that many of the old dumpster systems and services are still in place… however over 200 restaurants now contribute to the creation of clean affordable fuel in Savannah by recycling with SES Biofuels. If you would like to know which restaurants are participating, look for the SES logo on the front door or window, or, if you don’t see it, ask the manager.

Or check their website (www.southernenviro.com).

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The little dip in temperature and humidity is like a tonic to those of us who have suffered through the long, hot summer. That includes the dogs of Savannah! During the summer, most of our canine pals would probably rather stay in the air-conditioned house, preferably in front of a floor fan. Energized by cooler weather, it’s time for people and dogs to get off the couch and enjoy some fresh air and exercise.

Why not enjoy this fall with some downtown dog walking, socializing, and dining with other pet lovers just like you? St. Almo stands for Savannah’s True Animal Lovers Meeting Others, and that’s just what it is.

Every Sunday at 5:00 pm they meet for an evening dog walk through Forsyth Park, to City Market, and then to a local restaurant for some tasty refreshments.

This canine-loving organization began about seven years ago with a group of friends wanting to socialize their dogs and get some exercise in the process.

Today, St. Almo is a committee of eight volunteers who organize monthly “Yappy Hours” and two major events/fundraisers each year to benefit local animal welfare programs. In the spring, they host a “Ghost Walk” for dogs and their owners guided by professional tour guides and in October, they will be hosting the 6th annual Wag-O-Ween (see below).

Why not participate this year and dress up your dog in a clever Halloween costume for “trick-or-treating” on a walking tour throughout the historic district? Maps of participating businesses will be available at Canine Palace the day of the event (October 22), donations are $5 per adult (children are free), and all proceeds will go to the Humane Society of Greater Savannah.

To l e arn more about St. Almo and any of their events, visit www.stalmo.com.

ST ALMO’S 6TH ANNUAL WAG - O - WEEN Halloween DOG & TREATS Tour in Historic Downtown Trick or Treat with your best doggie companions (DOGS SHOULD BE IN COSTUME - MORE THAN 90 BUSINESS PARTICIPATING)

October 22, 2011 from 12 noon to 5pm Event Starts at CANINE PALACE 612 Abercorn Street - Savannah, Georgia (912) 234-3336 or WWW.STALMO.COM

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all dog owners know, dogs love to chew.

Whether its toys, bones or the occasional shoe, chewing for a dog is an instinctual act that releases endorphins and helps keep them calm. Not only does chewing help a dog feel good, but it is good for their health; it relieves boredom in older dogs, sooths teething pups’ aching gums, exercises the jaws and supports dental health.

With such positive benefits, making sure that your dog has something healthy and fun to chew on is a no-brainer.

When choosing a chew for your dog, keep in mind that not all chews are created equal. Some are long lasting and some go quickly. Some will stain your carpet and offend your sense of smell, while others are odor-free and leave no residue behind. Most importantly—and perhaps surprisingly—a number of dog chews available at your local pet store may contain ingredients that can actually be harmful to your pet.

Because chews are not considered “foods,” there are almost no regulations governing their production or ingredients. As such, it is up to the pet owner to investigate each and determine what is appropriate for their best friend.

The following are some of our favorite dog chews, as well as a few popular ones that you may want to reconsider.

Antlers A chew that is rapidly growing in popularity among discerning dog owners (and certainly the favorite in our house), antlers are in many ways the ideal chew. Not only do dogs love the bone marrow found inside of the antlers tough outer shell, but the rock-hard nature of the antler makes this the longest lasting treat on the market. Since deer and elk shed their antlers naturally, they are harvested, cleaned and packaged without any additives, preservatives or harmful chemicals. In fact, the naturally occurring vitamins and minerals found in the antler are a fantastic addition to any dog’s diet. What’s more, antlers do not splinter during digestion, are high in protein and low in fat, help clean dogs’ teeth and can be enjoyed by dogs with sensitive stomachs.

Bully Sticks Bully Sticks are a safe and healthy dog chew, the main advantage being that they are made of a single ingredient, as opposed to a highly processed chew sourced from multiple parts of multiple animals. Available in a variety of shapes and sizes, Bullys are one of the most universally loved chews on the market. They are good for helping a dog maintain clean teeth, and they make a good, long-lasting pastime for light to medium chewers.The most aggressive chewers, meanwhile, can polish one off in 30 minutes or less, so you may need to stock up.

Churpi Chews Although they have been popular overseas for some time, all natural Churpi Chews (also known as Himalayan dog treats) are only now becoming known as a healthy and long lasting dog chew in the U.S. Made of yak milk, salt and lime, these durable human-grade chews are a high-protein, low fat option without any additives or preservatives.

Further, their mildly cheesy scent activates dog’s noses immediately after being unwrapped. It should be said that some dog owners may find this scent unpleasant, especially those of half-eaten Churpi Chews left lying on the family room floor. We recommend putting the Churpi in a plastic bag for safe keeping after each chew session to lengthen the life of the treat and keep its scent contained.

Think Twice !

Rawhide Rawhide—the tough inner layer of bull, cow, buffalo and horse hides—is a by-product of the meat industry.With little to no regulations governing its production, rawhide contains varying levels of chemicals and preservatives. All rawhide is processed using significant amounts of chemicals—the varying degrees of safety come from how well they are washed after the chemicals are applied. As such, it is difficult to say with certainty that any particular rawhide treat is safe. In addition, rawhide can increase in size after entering a dog’s stomach and cause lifethreatening blockages.

Pig Ears/Snouts

Although your dog may love to chew on pig ears or snouts, there are reasons to think twice before giving them one of these treats. Neither one offers a dog the teeth-cleaning and time-consuming benefits that other chews offer. They can also pose a significant health danger as a choking hazard or as a blockage in your

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dog’s digestive track. This may cause stomach issues include diarrhea and vomiting. Further, both chews contain a significant amount of calories and fat and can be subject to chemical baths like rawhide.

Hooves As anyone who has given their dog a hoof knows, these are one of the most malodorous treats on the market. If the smell isn’t enough to make you think twice, hooves often draw ire from veterinarians. Due to their extremely sharp nature, they are the chew that is most likely to cause broken teeth. In addition, splintered edges can cause injury to dogs’ mouths and gastrointestinal tracts, and serious blockages can result from dogs eating much hoof material.

Indulging in your dog’s want to chew is something that every owner can feel good about. However, before doing so it is important to educate yourself on the many options in the market when selecting the right one for your best friend. So the next time you want to satisfy your buddy’s urge to chew, don’t be afraid to say yes…as long as it’s to a chew that you trust.

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What is Food Day? Think of it as an Earth Day for food! Aimed at promoting healthy, sustainable, affordable, and just food systems in America, Food Day is a national grassroots mobilization backed by some of the most prominent voices for energizing the food movement. On October 24, 2011, people will gather at events big and small and from coast to coast in homes, schools, colleges, churches, city halls, farmers’ markets, supermarkets, and elsewhere to raise awareness about food issues and advocate for change.

Here in Savannah, Well FED and The Savannah Chatham Food Policy Council will be hosting one of the largest Food Day festivals in the country!

On Saturday, October 22nd, the weekend before National Food Day, the City of Savannah will be treated to a large outdoor festival at Mother Matilda Beasley Park, which has been graciously provided by Chatham County Public Works and Parks Services. The festival is from 11am to 5pm and is free and open to the public, with live music, free food and food vendors, dozens of exhibitors, and 4 unique tracks of concurrent free workshops and activities for the whole family, including your pets! It’s time to Eat Real Savannah...

Craving Change?

Spearheaded by the nonprofit Center for Science in the Public Interest, Food Day is organized around six main policy goals:

1. Reduce diet-related disease by promoting safe, healthy foods 2. Support sustainable farms and limit subsidies to big agribusiness 3. Expand access to food and alleviate hunger 4. Protect the environment and animals by reforming factory farms 5. Promote health by curbing junk-food marketing to kids 6. Support fair working conditions for food and farm workers

For more information, including the latest updates, driving directions, and more, visit: www.wellfedsavannah.com To learn more about the national Food Day initiatives and how to get involved, go to: FoodDay.org

Schedule of Events

The 2011 Savannah Food Day Festival takes place from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM 11:00 AM Opening Ceremony with proclamation from County Commissioner Pete Liakakis.

11:45 AM First Musical Performance begins with Stan Ray & The Accomplices 12:00 PM First Workshops begin. (Complete list of workshops and details on the next page.)

2:00 PM Musical Performace by The McIntosh County Shouters 3:00 PM Musical Performance by The Train Wrecks 4:00 PM Final Announcements and The Final Musical Performance by KidSyc@BrandyWine

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Parent & Family Workshops 12:00 PM Remedying Childhood Obesity Presented by Chef Jean Vendeville and Savannah Technical College Recently presented at Oxford University, this workshop will help parents understand the importance of their role in providing leadership to remedy childhood obesity.

1:00 PM How to Pack a Healthy Lunch Presented by Catherine Compton and West Rehab, Wellness Division This workshop features local nutritionist, Cat Compton, who will be dishing out creative and healthy ideas on how to successfully pack a nutritious and fun lunch.

2:00 PM Healthy Family Dinners Made Easy Presented by Janie Broadhead of Brighter Day Natural Foods and SUGA Healthy eating and strong family bonds begin at the dinner table. In today’s fast paced world, fewer families are eating together and rely on drive thru meals. This workshop will demonstrate how to prepare quick, healthy, and fun meals that the whole family will enjoy.

3:00 PM If you can Peel a Carrot, You can make Baby Food Presented by Gin Johnson and Well FED Savannah Find out how even the busiest parents, with only basic cooking skills, can learn how to make simple and nutritious organic baby food with items already found in the kitchen.

Live Cooking Classes 12:00 PM “Deceptively Delicious”: Sneaking more Whole Foods into your Child’s Diet Presented by Dr. Tassie Hargrove and The Holistic Health Center Learn how to get more vegetables into your child’s diet without them even realizing it.

Watch, learn, and taste, Dr. Hargrove’s recipe for a delicious vegetable pasta sauce.

1-3 PM Quick Cooking with Savannah’s Top Chefs-Using fresh local ingredients.

Easy on time and easy on money: Learn how to pick, store, prepare, and enjoy fresh produce with new confidence. Sit with Chefs, Sarah Maier from The Olde Pink House and Gerald Green from Garibaldi Café, as they go step by step in explaining the utensils and methods needed in preparing readily available ingredients in new ways. Walk away feeling like a pro when you are able to stay on budget and re-create a chef inspired dish in your own home without concerns.

1:00 PM Broccoli- Chef Sarah, creating a Broccoli and Apple Salad 2:00 PM Cabbage- Chef Gerald, creating Dirty Cabbage 3:00 PM Pear - Chefs Sarah and Gerald creating Pear Fosters and Cake

Children’s Activities Provided Children whose parents are attending a workshop will be treated to a wide range of activities to keep them busy and stimulated while their parents are in workshops. All Parent & Family Workshops will be conducted within sight of the playground and activity areas. Children will engage in physical fitness and artistic activities, provided by Newmann Dotterweich of West Rehab and Molly Lieberman of The West Broad YMCA.

Home Gardening Workshops 12:00 PM Rain Water Collection & Solar Powered Irrigation Systems for Gardens Presented by David Malpass and the Savannah Urban Garden Association Learn the basics of calculating and collecting water from roofed structures; as well as the design of storage systems and solar powered pumping systems for distributing water.

1:00 PM Building your own Soil, Using Composting Presented by David Malpass and the Savannah Urban Garden Association Explore composting as a way of building soils for growing food. Learn how to construct composting systems, including composting with worms and thermal composting methods.

2:00 PM Organic Gardening Basics Presented by Kelly Lockamy and the Savannah Urban Garden Association Learn the basic techniques used in organic gardening. From soil to seasonal planting, disease and pest control. Kelly will also be on hand to answer all your organic gardening questions.

3:00 PM Family Gardening, Exploration and Hands-On Learning Presented by Andy Schwartz and Farmer D Organics Simple and fun ideas for parents to get children active in the garden. These projects will help bring the whole family into the garden to experience nature and learn about food.

Advanced Eco-Home Practices 1:00 PM Making Natural Dyes with Food By-Products Presented by Ashley Newsome and Haberdashery Eco Fasion Supply Learn how to select and use food items, such as walnut husks, onion skins, and other food waste products, to safely dye fabric and yarn for use in daily craft applications.

2:00 PM Cleaning Alternatives for a Safer, Healthier Home Presented by Tiffany Welch and Green Methods Cleaning Services Learn how to make your own natural cleaning products at home and find out how put your home into an environmental rehab, by replacing your toxic harmful cleaning products with natural, non-toxic, eco-friendly products.

3:00 PM Preserving Food Using Solar Dehydration Presented by David Malpass and the Savannah Urban Garden Association This workshop will cover basic design, construction, and applications of solar powered food dehydrators; as well as the process of preparing and storing dehydrated foods.

City of Savannah Truckload Sale

During the festival,The City of Savannah Water Resources Bureau will be hosting the sale of compost bins and rain barrels, next door at the East Broad Elementary School. This one-day event, with special discounted pricing of over half off the retail price, will take place from 9am-3pm. For more information call: 912-651-6943 -or- See page 17.

The following exhibitors and vendors will be in attendance, with more additions to be announced.

Visit www.wellfedsavannah.com for an updated list or to register your own company or organization.

Bluegrass BBQ - Thrive - Form - Smooth - Cafe Gelatohhh - Crepe A Diem - SES BioFuels- Footprint Savannah - The Wooden Sheep - Coastal Empire Montessori School The Sentient Bean - Brighter Day Natural Foods - Forsyth Farmers Market - Savannah Food Co-op - Savannah Veggies and Vegans - Farmer D Organics - The Butcher Haberdashery - Hunter Cattle - City Church - Savannah Bee - Savannah Technical College - Green Event Guide - Emergent Structures - West Rehab - Slow Food - Holistic Health Center - GoGreen Tours - SUGA - Juice Plus - Green Methods Senior Citizens Inc. - SOGreen Network - Chatham Area Transit Authority - Starfish Cafe - Perc Harambee House - USGBC - Step Up Savannah - SAFFON - Savannah Chatham County Public School System and the PTA Council - Transition Town Savannah - UGA Cooperative Extension Service - The Humane Society of Greater Savannah - Catnip & Biscuits - The Grateful Hound - Savannah River Keepers - Frali Gourmet - South University School of Pharmacy - Loop It Up/ West Broad St.YMCA - Sustainable Table - Animal Welfare Approved

All the proceeds from the 2011 Savannah Food Day Festival will be distributed to the following non-profit organizations:

We will be collecting canned goods and non-perishables during the festival to benefit America’s Second Harvest.

All donations will be awarded with a special surprise gift!

The 2011 Savannah Food Day Festival is presented by Well FED and the Savannah Chatham Food Policy Council.

Food Day is a project of the non-profit Center for Science in the Public Interest 1220 L St. NW Washington DC 20005 cspinet.org

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Joshua Yates, owner of the popular Green Truck Pub on Habersham Street, has the type of problems other restaurants would only dream of having.

A wait list, and a line out the door for nearly every shift.

Lunch and dinner.

“It would have been foolhardy to have planned for the type of business we’ve had. It would’ve been hard to get a loan,” he jokes in a recent conversation with Well Fed Savannah. “I think if you would have said that we’d have a line out the door, nobody would have believed you.”

Having to hire more staff, both in the front and the back of the house, all without the typical marketing expenses that can often beleaguer a new restaurant.

“I didn’t think we’d need a host every night and lunch,” he admits. “I’m glad it pays off. It’s still a risk. You still don’t know what the response is going to be until you open the doors. I really appreciate all the Savannahians that have really embraced our whole concept.”

Green Truck has received validation from the community in spades including national exposure from Travel & Leisure Magazine as a Savannah destination for foodies. On any given day or night, you’re likely to see business professionals, families, students, artists and regulars from the nearby Starland and Ardsley Park communities. And on Saturdays, it’s often the informal gathering place for many of the local purveyors that sell their organic wares at the popular Forsyth Park Farmer’s Market.

“I think it’s a lot of word of mouth. “We don’t really advertise a lot,” says Yates, who had scouted other locations, and was first considering more upscale fare.

“When this space became available, we sort of tailored the menu to make it more casual. I’m really glad we made the decision [on this place]. I think people are really getting a kick out of this casual setting.”

But as the restaurant approaches its one-year anniversary (it opened October 12, 2010), it would be irresponsible to label Green Truck Pub as an overnight success.

“It’s been probably an eight- or nine-year journey. I’ve had the business plan in my back pocket for 10 years or so,” says Yates, who graduated from Georgia Tech with an engineering degree and has an MBA from Georgia State University, both in Atlanta.

After college, he pursued a career in engineering in Atlanta, but the economy, and his circumstances, changed. He had always worked in restaurants, and had an overarching goal to open his own place someday.

“It was a great opportunity to actually figure out what I wanted to do with my life,” he says.

“I didn’t really care for the engineering lifestyle.”

So when he and his wife (an urban planner) moved to Savannah, it just seemed right.

“We came down here and really fell in love with this city, and thought it would be a great place to live,” recalls Yates, who lives in Ardsley Park. “I actually saw it as more of an opportunity to start a restaurant here than in Atlanta because there weren’t a lot of people doing that sort of thing. I felt like my neighborhood was slightly underserved by casual eateries. There are a lot of lunch spots, but not a lot of dinner places.”

The engineering background has replaced the business plan that was once in his back pocket, and has continued to serve him well.

“Engineering is all about problem-solving, and running a restaurant is all about problem-solving as well,” he says. “It’s being able to have the discipline to be a critical thinker, and solving problems as they present themselves.”

The environment at Green Truck is casual and without affect, but has the clever sort of touches and intelligent design that you might expect from an engineer who happens to love food. The sense of style starts with the eatery’s mascot, the eponymous ‘green truck.’ The 1965 Chevrolet step-side truck is ‘permanently’ parked outside the restaurant, and is used as the pub’s logo on the menu and beer list.

Yates found the special ride in Atlanta. He restored it, and drives it into work every morning.

“I bought it from a guy in a band, [King Size],” he recalls.

“I was on their mailing list. When we bought it, it had house paint and polka dots on it.”

A 1977 Seeburg STD4 jukebox, a Craigslist find, is filled with a pastiche of classic rock, Motown and ‘80s hits, and completes the restaurant’s casual vibe without feeling contrived.

The restaurant’s menu is a two-page ode to freshness, from-scratch preparation and a buy local mentality. Their pickles are house made, as is their ketchup. Filled with comfort food, Southern tinged appetizers (a pimento cheese plate, spiced Georgia nuts), five kitchen-sink salads, six sandwiches... continued next page

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Quick Takes With Joshua Yates What do you eat at Green Truck when you’re not working?

The Trailer Park burger (a 1/3 lb burger with pimento cheese (a family recipe), bacon, tomato and onion).

Adult beverages?

Basically, whatever’s new. We rotate our taps a lot … In cooler weather, I like a nice stout or a porter. In warmer weather, I’ll do a lager or something like that.

It’s Monday. You’re closed. You don’t want to drive around, order pizza or cook. Where are you going?

I usually walk up the street to Al Salaam (at 2311 Habersham Street) pretty much every Monday. It’s kind of my Monday routine.

What’s in a name?

We had the mascot, so it just sort of fit.

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Green truck pub makes their own ketchup and pickles! (the California BLT among the most popular), Green Truck’s true pieces de resistance are its burgers, the grass-fed carnivore’s delight supplied by the locally-owned Hunter Cattle.

“It’s one thing to buy a great product. I mean, I can buy great grass-fed beef from a middle man, and then have it distributed from a local supplier,” says Yates. “But there’s something really to be said about having the farmer himself calling in whenever I need something, and he shows up at the back door with our product.”

Green Truck seems to have defied all the conventional wisdom and disparaging statistics about the likelihood for success of new restaurants. So does that mean local foodies could see a Green Truck Cafe or a Green Truck Bistro at some point in the future?

“Potentially. We’re not ruling it out. We’re just getting our first year under our belt right now,” he says. “We’re just trying to keep doing what we’re doing well and make it a lot easier to do. Ideally, it just sort of runs on its own without me here [at some point], so that we could potentially do something like that in the future.”

Whatever the future may present for his business, whether it’s expansion or refinement, Yates seems to be well-prepared for what lies ahead.

As the first line of his alma mater’s fight song goes, …

“I’m a Ramblin’ Wreck from Georgia Tech, and a hell of an engineer.”

You can now add successful restaurant owner to that too.

by David Gignilliat

The image of Cuba in the ‘50s and ‘60s still holds a special place in the hearts, minds and stomachs of many Americans, as its capital city Havana was once the go-to destinations for honeymooners and vacationers.

The Cuba of that era was a vibrant pastiche of food, culture and excitement, punctuated by the “Latin Las Vegas” efforts of businessman Meyer Lansky and his contemporaries. The halcyon, romantic feel of that era is still talked about on the pages of books, magazines and even on the silver screen.

The good news, for Savannahians and its many visitors, is that you don’t have to book an airline ticket or renew your passport to get that satisfying taste of Cuban yesteryear.

It’s right here in Savannah, at the popular Rancho Alegre, run by father-daughter team Juan and Melody Rodriguez, natives of Venezuela.

The first Rancho Alegre (Spanish for “Happy Ranch”) opened originally in February 1989, in Savannah’s southside and was under different ownership. Melody and Juan’s son-in-law, Temo Ortiz, purchased the business in 1990, and Juan began working with them in 2003.

“After a while, we started searching for a place downtown,” Juan recalls.

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The location, near the I-16 overpass and the intersection of Martin Luther King Boulevard and West Jones Street, was the home of the former Metro Coffee House. After taking over the location in late-August 2009, Rodriguez worked with local contractors for six months straight to do a complete overhaul on the space, to include new floors, tiles, walls, ceiling, air conditioning, electric and a renovated kitchen.

The work finally completed, the downtown Rancho Alegre officially opened February 20, 2010. Since that day, it’s been an unqualified success.

“We finally found this place here, did some work on it, and it’s been an exceptional business,” says Rodriguez.

For about a year they maintained two locations, but as virtually the only Cuban dining choice in the area, they decided they didn’t want to compete against themselves.

Juan’s daughter Melody started the restaurant, having moved to Savannah many years earlier. She attended Armstrong Atlantic State University, where she is now the director of HOLA (Hispanic Outreach & Leadership Program at Armstrong), a unique, award-winning initiative that provides support services and cultural awareness programs to “strengthen the collegiate experience of a diverse body of campus constituents and community partners,” according the program’s AASU website.

In 2003, Rodriguez earned a $500,000 grant to start the program, and it has steadily grown over the last eight years to become a model for other universities around the country.

“We really like having a restaurant [downtown],” says Melody, who came to the U.S. from Merida, Venezuela when she was 17. “It’s nice to see the diverse local communities that enjoy our restaurant.”

Unlike many restaurants in the Historic District, accessibility is not a problem at Rancho Alegre. In addition to the on-street parking on the nearby northsouth and east-west streets, the restaurant also has a dedicated 40 space lot in the rear of the building.

“I call it off-downtown... It’s a new area that the city has been trying to develop,” says Juan. “We’ve been received very well with all the neighbors because they feel our investment is [helping] to change a little bit this area” Though the menu borrows from Caribbean and Latin American influences, the menu is distinctively Cuban.

Some of the staples of the Caribbean culinary diaspora include rice, beans, plantains, yucca, manchego cheese, serrano ham and chorizo, all ingredients you will find prominently featured on the menu and popular daily specials at Rancho Alegre. Many of the dishes are prepared from scratch, and use versatile cuts of pork, chicken and beef.

“In the Cuban cuisine, a lot of the flavor comes through in the seasoning and the condiments,” says Rodriguez, a formar broadcast engineer who received his degree from UCLA. “Cuban food is not as spicy. It’s seasoned, but It’s not spicy [hot].”

One of the more popular dishes on Alegre’s vast menu is the ropa vieja (from the Spanish for “old cloth”), a mouth-watering medley of shredded flank stank in a Creole tomato sauce base, served with yellow rice, beans and sweet plantains.

(Check out the recipe for Ropa Vieja on next page) Often the spice in many Cuban and Caribbean dishes is present but understated, and at Rancho Alegre too, but with temperature-rising options always lurking nearby.

“We have spice on the side,” says Juan, smiling and gesturing to the center of the table where a unassuming yet wicked bottle of habanero sauce sits unassumingly nearby. Spice on the side, an apt choice of words by Rodriguez.

After a long, accomplished career in the media industry, Rodriguez felt it was time for something new. Exactly what, he did not now. But having the option to mix things up and add some heat, in a philosophical sense, captures the spirit and essence of Rodriguez’s mid-life career change. Working in the family restaurant seemed to invigorate him.

“This happens to everybody, I think,” recalls Rodriguez.“You start doing something, and in the end you find your niche and say, ‘Hey, I really like this.”

“I’m here every day. This is a family business. Every day, every day. There’s always somebody from the family working here,” he says, beaming with pride. “This is my other life, my second life. After 50 years, I say to myself, ‘I better relax otherwise, or I’ll have too much pressure.’”

The pressure that Rodriguez deals with now is the type that he enjoys handling. Like whether to have a portion of fried grouper or ropa vieja for lunch or to make sure Alegre’s diverse clientele are satisfied with their dining experience.

It’s that personal touch, the excitement of the menu and the environment that help Rancho Alegre recreate that Havanastyle”Paris of the Caribbean” right here in Savannah.

Ropa Vieja • • • • • • • • • • • •

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 pounds beef flank steak or blade meat 1 cup beef broth 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 small onion, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon white vinegar

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the flank steak on each side, about 4 minutes per side.

2. Transfer beef to a slow cooker.

Pour in the beef broth and tomato sauce, then add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, tomato paste, cumin, cilantro, olive oil and vinegar. Stir until well blended.

Cover, and cook on High for 4 hours, or on Low for up to 10 hours.

When ready to serve, shred meat and serve with white rice, black beans and fried plantains .

For more information, visit the website:

www.ranchoalegrecuban.com Reservations: (912) 292-1656

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Sa-Su: 11am-3pm, M-F: 5pm-10pm, Sa: 5pm-10:30pm, Su: 5pm-9pm

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207 W.York St.

M,W-Sa: 11am-3pm Closed: Sun & Tue

“Green” cafe located on the second floor of Jepsum center, overlooking Telfair Square.

Traditional and unique mix of cafe selections sourced from fresh and local ingredients.

Cafe Zeum $$

224 W. Julian St. 912.790.8833

Historic casual setting. Daily seafood selections and extensive wine list. Happy Hour, M-F from 4:30pm-7pm with appetizer specials.

D12 Chart House A $$-$$$

1102 Bull St. 912.236.7133

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa: 11am-10pm, Su: 12pm-9pm

Large eclectic menu with regular specials.

Casual dining with outdoor seating located in City Market.

C2

20 E. Perry St. 912.231.2385

Cafe at City Market $$ A

Emphasis is on consistently delicious organic, and seasonal fare served in a fun and innovative space.

Cha Bella A $$-$$$

1 N. Lincoln St. 912.236.4703

Eclectic mix of sandwiches, pasta, salads, soups and more. Daily specials. Spacious and casual express setting. Take out and catering available. Now serving brunch.

Caraway Cafe $ A

912.651.9660

M-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm Su: 12:30pm-10pm

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115 E. River St. 912.231.9049

Freshly prepared local and organic selections.

Gluten free and vegan options. Juice bar, smoothies, soups, sandwiches, and daily specials. Located in Brighter Day Natural Foods Market M-Sa: 11am-4pm

Brighter Day Deli $

315 W. Julian St. 912.236.1827

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

New American cuisine with a Southern Flair.

Located in a restored, historic cotton warehouse overlooking the Savannah River.

Boar’s Head Grill $$ A

Su: 11am-9pm, M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa: 11am-10pm

Tu-Th: 5pm-10pm, F-Sa: 5pm-12am, Su: 5pm-10pm

M-Th: 11am-12am, F-Sa: 11am-3am, Su: 11am-2am

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912.233.2626

M-Sa: 11am-3am, Su: 11am -2am

109 Whitaker St. 912.233.6411 14 N. Abercorn Ramp K1 G6 Blowin’ Smoke BBQ A $ Southwestern BBQ. Sandwiches, platter, or by the pound. Large selection of craft beer. Live Music on weekends at 6:30pm. Jazz on Fri.

B7 Billy’s Place $$ A

13 E Broughton St. 912.236.1557

Casual dining atmosphere on the river. Serving Classic intimate dining ambiance. Menu selections include contemporary American standard American fare. Famous for oysters. and international fare.

Karaoke on Fri. & Sa. nights.

Bernie’s A $$

325 E. Bay St. 912.231.0986

Children’s Menu

Casual dining in a well appointed historic building. Nationally acclaimed menu featuring certified Angus beef steaks and fresh seafood.

Daily Specials.

M-Sa: 11am-3pm, M-Sa: 5pm-10pm, Su. Brunch: 11:30am-3pm

Belford’s A $$ - $$$

912.233.1319

Su-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-12am

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Serving Cajun, Italian, American and seafood.

Cozy with full bar. Open for over 20 years.

Live music every night at 9pm. Pool & Darts in upstairs bar.

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14 Barnard St.

M-F: 6:30-10am, Sa-Su: 7-11am, M-Th: 5-11pm, F-Sa: 5-12pm, Su:5-10pm

D5 Bayou Cafe

Casual express dining with an extensive bbq menu that includes their famous pork, rib and brisket dinners.They also provide a wide selection of locally caught seafood.

M-Sa: 11:30am-8pm, Su: 11:30am-3:30pm

Barnes BBQ Express A $

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36 MLK Blvd.

Contemporary and relaxed resort dining atmosphere. Inventive menu with Southern influences. Breakfast buffet and dinner tapas.

AVIA Kitchen $$ A

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M-Sa: 8am-10pm, Su. Brunch:9am-3pm Happy Hour: 4pm-7pm

Su: 12pm-9pm

21 W. Oglethorpe Ln. 912.233.2116

Tu: 11:30am-3pm, W-Sa: 11:30a-6pm

114 Barnard St. 912.495.0902

Award winning burgers and standard American fare. Casual dining setting with over 170 burgers on menu

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Memphis style barbecue in a casual setting.

Simple menu includes standard barbecue fare.

“A little taste of Heaven that’s been through Hell.”

Angel’s BBQ $ A

Alligator Soul M7 A $$$

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M-W: 11am-10pm, Th-Sa: 11am-11pm,

123 E. Broughton St. 912.238.1606

M-F: 6pm-10pm, Lounge opens at 5pm.

307 E. President St. 912.234.3111

Casual bistro setting with full bar. Serving award winning breakfast. Southern inspired contemporary menu in Savannah’s oldest tavern.

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912.721.5002 700 Drayton St. 912.232.7899 B. Matthews Eatery B8 B&D Burgers A $$$ A $

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Well appointed ambiance set in the Marshall 606 is an eclectic, creative, and cozy restaurant dedicated to serving great House hotel. Contemporary American and European fare. Reservations Recommended. American cuisine

45 Bistro A $$-$$$

912.236.7122

M-F: 11:30am-3pm, M-F: 6pm-10pm Lounge Su-Sa: 12pm-12am

Lavish contemporary ambiance. Eclectic Eclectic menu with international and southern menu with traditional southern, American, and flair. Contemporary fine dining ambiance.

European influences.

Fresh, Local, and Organic Fare.

M-Su: 7am-2pm, M-Su: 5pm-10pm M–Su: 5:30pm–10pm

700 Drayton A $$$

BBQ, Southern, Seafood, Burgers, Sandwiches, etc.

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Southern Tapas, soups, salads. Light lunch menu. Heavier dinner menu includes local shrimp and selection of finer cuts of beef.

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311 W. Congress St.

M-Sa: 11am-3am, Su: 12pm-3am

M-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-10:30pm, Su: 11am-10pm

11 W. Liberty St. 912.239.9600

Casual intimate Scottish Pub. Menu features traditional American and Scottish fare.

Casual eclectic atmosphere matches the eclectic menu. Large selection of pizzas, hoagies, munchies and beers.

21 E. McDonough St. 912.495.0705

M-Sa: 8am-3am, Su: 8am-2am

M-Su: 11am-12 am

912.236.8711 301 W. Broughton St. 912.233.6136

M-Su: 6-10pm

Contemporary casual atmosphere. Southern influenced menu utilizing local and seasonal selections. Boutique wine list.

102 Congress St. 912.790.9000 117 W. River St. 912.233.2600 1110 Bull St. Molly MacPherson’s D3 G6 Mellow Mushroom H5 A $ A $$

Classic casual Irish American pub. Serving large breakfast, lunch and dinner selections.

Famous for nightly karaoke

D3 McDonough’s A $$

411 W Bay St. 912.233.9626

M-Sa: 11pm-3am, Su: 12:30pm-2:30am

Large selection of contemporary American fare in a casual upbeat setting.

Locos Grill & Pub A $$

912.790.7000

M-F: 6am-1030am, M-F 1130am-130pm, Sa-Su: 6am-11am, M-Su: 5-10pm

Paula Deen family establishment. Classic southern fare serving buffet style and menu specials.

M-Sa: 11am-3pm, M-Sa: 5pm-close, Su: 11am-5pm

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Inside the Doubletree Hotel. Mix of American Traditional Irish pub with Irish singing every selections and bistro fare. Classic Southern lunch night. Menu features classic American and buffet served Mon-Sat. More international selec- Irish fare. tions at dinner with traditional desserts

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11 W. Bay St.

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122 E. Liberty St. 912.944.4343 9 Drayton St. 912.236.7494 912.234.7385 115 E. River St. 912.231.0100 John Ryan’s Bistro & Pub B4 Lady and Sons D5 Local 11Ten B2 Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub $$ A $$ A A $$ $$$ A

Casual rooftop dining featuring an extensive Large menu featuring classic American Barbeque, ribs, and wings served in an upbeat menu of salads, apps, sandwiches and dinner breakfast and lunch selections. Casual setting. atmosphere with servers in red cowgirl boots. entrees.

M: 4-11pm, Tu-Th: 11am-11pm, M-Su: 7am-2pm M-Sa: 11am-3am ,Su: 11:30am-2am F-Sa: 11am-2am, Su: 12-11pm

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39 Barnard St.

Children’s Menu

Authentic New Orleans cuisine. Serving late breakfasts and local seafood in a casual atmosphere.

M-Th: 7am-10pm, F: 7am-11pm, Sa: 8am-11pm, Su: 8am-10pm

714 MLK Jr. Blvd. 912.232.7118 315 W. Congress St. 912.233.4683 912.234.1971 321 Habersham St. 912.349.1420 Huey’s on the River Isaac’s on Drayton J.J. Bonerz C7 J. Christopher’s B7 H7 $$ A $ A $$ A $

Vegetarian Options

Tu-Th: 7:30am-8:30pm, F: 7:30am-9:30pm, Sa: 9am-9:30pm, Su: 9am-3pm

Spacious dining area in a casual atmosphere. Spacious, finely appointed dining area. Menu European style café and bakery serving large Classic southern soulfood selections. Daily includes contemporary American and interna- selection of breakfast items and casual lunch specials available. tional fare. fare.

M-F: 7am-3pm, Sa-Su: 8am-3pm M-F: 6am-6pm M-Su: 5pm-10pm

Garden of Eden $

301 W. Jones St.

131 W. River St. 912.236.3322 10 W. State St. 912.644.7172 Goose Feathers Garibaldi’s Cafe M1 D3 D4 A $$-$$$ $

M-F: 7am-2:45pm Su-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm

912.231.0701 130 Low Factors Walk Fiddler’s Crab House B7 A $$

Su-Th:11-10pm, F-Sa:11am-11pm

404 Abercorn St. Debi’s/Laurie’s E5 $

Su-Th: 7am-4pm, F-Sa: 7am-5pm

Local, fresh seafood selections and standard American fare. Served in casual setting with scenic views.

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13 W. Bay St. 912.233.0402

M-Fr: 7am-4pm, Sa-Su: 8am-4pm

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Small cozy atmosphere serving traditional cafe cuisine and different variations of coffee beverages.

Cobblestone Cafe $

Savannah’s second oldest restaurant and Relaxed local feel. Serving down home style parlor. Selections include interesting takes on American breakfast and lunch. Daily specials. traditional American dishes.

411 W. Congress St. 912.349.1000

Classic café fare mixed with southern and international selections. Historic intimate atmosphere.

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Firefly Cafe

J6 Some restrictions may apply.

912.238.1985

$$

Delivery Available.

Open Everyday 11am-11pm

Casual and spacious indoor and outdoor shaded dining areas. Menu offers traditional American fare such as calamari, burgers, soups, wings, and a variation of sandwiches

B6 Clary’s

Casual local atmosphere. Serving breakfast Intimate historic setting. Menu selections include traditional British and classic American all day and lunch. Selections include standard diner and southern fare. Outdoor seating fare. Kitchen open til 1am everyday. available

Congress Street Social Club Crystal Beer Parlor $ A D2 A $ - $$

BBQ, Southern, Seafood, Burgers, Sandwiches, etc.

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Churchill’s Pub $$ A

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$ UNDER $10

Nationally recognized casual lunch dining.

Classic southern home cooking served family style at shared tables M-F: 11am-2pm

Relaxed atmosphere in the downstairs of the Casual English pub with classic historic setting. East Bay Inn. Classic American cuisine mixed European influenced pub fare and specialties. with Asian selections as well M-Th: 11:30am-12am, F-Sa: 11:30am-2am, M-F: 11am-3pm, W-Th: 6pm-9pm F-Sa: 6pm-10pm Su: 11:30am- 10pm

Casual fine dining setting.Various menu items prepared at table. Extensive seafood selections.

M-Su: 11am-10pm

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Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner

Outfitters. American Contemporary Cuisine served in a historic, yet casual, upscale environment. Featuring local tastes in the farm-to-table tradition.

912.233.0770

115 E. River St.

Panoramic river view and live music every night. Menu features American fare and seafood.

M-W: 11-10:30pm, Th-F: 11am-11pm, Sa: 9am-11pm, Su: 9am-2pm

15 E. River St.

912.790.9464

27 Barnard St.

Su-Th: 11am-2am, F-Sa: 11am-3am

M-Su: 11am-4pm, Su-Th: 4pm-10pm, F-Sa: 4pm-11pm

912.721.1000

Casual American setting. Serving large selection of wings and American fare.

Contemporary southern cuisine. Spacious elegant ambiance. Extensive wine menu.

317 E. River St. 912.790.8512 711 E. Broad St. 912.335.5852 109 Jefferson St. 912.443.1622 35 Whitaker St. Wild Wing Cafe Tubby’s Tank House Vic’s on the River B7 C4 D5 B6 A $$ A $ A $$$ Opening soon. Located across from Urban

912.236.3009 Temperance A $$

12 W. Liberty St. Sweet Melissa’s D5 $ Local late night spot for affordable pizza.

Casual express setting.

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225 E Bay St. 912.233.1633

Casual intimate atmosphere.Tapas, light fare and desserts. Extensive wine and drink list.

Kitchen open till midnight.

912.232.3955

Sugar Daddy’s $$ A

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Nationally recognized culinary arts training program and restaurant, helping individuals work toward self sufficiency. Dining here makes a difference in the local community.

M-F: 8am-2:30pm

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245 Bull St.

Relaxed café setting. Sunday brunch. Menu selections include specialty sandwiches, desserts and more.

M-Sa: 11:30am-4pm, Su: 11-4pm

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Pizza galley and saloon. Large menu also includes pasta, salads, and stackers. “Home of the original chicken finger.”

Su-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm

M-W: 11:30am-9pm, Thu-Sat: 11:30am-4am

110 W. Julian St. 912.335.1754 306 Upper Factor’s Walk 912.629.0880 15 W. Broughton St. C8 Soho South Cafe G6 Skyler’s Restaurant H5 $$ A $ A

Restaurant by day, club by night. Casual express setting. Menu features seafood, sandwiches, burgers, house soups, and Philly chicken/beef.

M-W: 10am-9pm, Th-Sa:11am-11pm

Children’s Menu

313 E. River St. 912.233.3156 Starfish Cafe B10 $$ $

912.233.8222 114 Barnard St. 912.443.9962 Shrimp Factory B10 Six Pence Pub A $$ $ A

Cozy family owned restaurant with outdoor seating. Relaxed atmosphere serving Cajun, Creole and French influenced selections.

Finely appointed, intimate atmosphere. Serving contemporary selections with American and European influences.

Su-Th: 6pm-10:30pm, Sa: 5:30pm-11:30pm

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102 W. Bay St.

Elegant and eclectic setting in the Bohemian Hotel. Southern contemporary cuisine serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

M-Su: 7am-10pm

411 E. River St. 877.486.9575 B3 Shipwreck A $-$$

Casual express setting. Extensive selection of wraps, sandwiches, soups, and salads.

23 Abercorn St. 912.234.1900 125 W. River St. 912.232.1565 Second Line D4 Sapphire Grill C4 A $$ A $$

Su-M: 5pm-10:30pm, Tu-Th: 11am-10:30pm F-Sa: 11am-11pm

Expansive menu featuring fresh local seafood Casual classic American atmosphere. Large and homemade breads and desserts. Historic selection of seafood. Raw bar featuring casual setting. oysters.

M-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm, Su-Th: 5pm-10pm, F-Sa: 5pm-10:30pm Su: 11:30-10pm

Vegetarian Options

912.236.4229 Spanky’s

I3 Some restrictions may apply.

M-F: 10am-5pm, Sa: 11am-5pm

Tu-Th: 5:30pm-10:30pm, F-Sa: 5:30pm-11:30pm

Intimate historic setting. Menu features locally inspired selections with European influences.

Noble Fare A $$

Delivery Available.

912.232.4286 Roly Poly $

Casual contemporary atmosphere serving eclectic American fare. Large beer selection with house brewery.

M-Th: 11am-11pm, F-Sa: 11am-12am, Su: 11am-11pm

B5 Mrs. Wilkes Dining Room I5 $$

107 W. Jones St. 912.443.3210 912.447.0943 21 W. Bay St. 912.232.5997 321 Jefferson St. River Street Oyster Bar Rocks on the River C8 River House Seafood B5 A4 B11 $$ A A $$ $$ A

Well appointed, historical setting. Extensive Wine List, Seasonal menu features seafood and southern fare.

Olde Pink House A $$$

BBQ, Southern, Seafood, Burgers, Sandwiches, etc.

American

Moon River Brewing Co. $$ A

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Casual, cozy ice cream parlor that serves premium light ice cream, sundaes, blenders, and milkshakes.

M-F: 9am-10pm, Sa: 8am-11pm, Su: 8am-10pm

Contemporary and funky casual setting. Self serve frozen yogurt with large selection of fresh additions.

M-Sa: 11am-11pm, Su: 11am-10pm

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912.232.4447

13 E. Park Avenue 912.231.8100

143 Bull St.

Sandwiches, coffee, tea, juice bar and vegan smoothies. Relaxed atmosphere featuring local artwork. Public computers and wifi.

M-F: 9am-6pm, Sa: 10am-6pm, Su: 10am-4pm

912.239.9690

7 E. Broughton St. 912.238.1150

Lunch served 11:30am-4pm

21 W. York St.

Boutique store and tea room.Well appointed Casual intimate setting. Standard café fare, relaxed atmosphere. Full afternoon tea available (reservations suggested for afternoon tea) specializing in chocolates.

M-Sat: 10am-5pm M-F: 7:30am-5:30pm, Sa: 9am-5:30pm

42 MLK Jr. Blvd. 912.233.8411 225 E. River St. D6 Wright Square Cafe E5 $

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Casual relaxed café atmosphere. Local hub.

Fair-trade coffee and vegetarian selections.

Featuring local art and entertainment.

M-Su: 7am-10pm

912.233.1900 225 W. Broughton St. 912.234.4442 212 E. Broughton St. 912.238.2012 Smooth Cafe Sentient Bean F6 The Tea Room P6 $ $ $

M-Su: 11am-12am

D1 Savannah Candy Kitchen B8 $

Local candy shop that produces its own Retro atmosphere dessert restaurant with full bar. Homemade desserts, organic coffee, variations of sweet treats, with a viewable kitchen, on-site. Located inside City Market. gourmet cheese, and specialty drinks.

Sun-Thurs 5pm-12am, Fri-Sat 1pm-1am M-F: 9:30am-10pm, Sa-Su: 9:30am-11pm

D8 Lulu’s Chocolate Bar A $$

Historic ice cream parlor. Casual family setting. Serving a wide variety of icecreams, specialty beverages, sandwiches, and soups.

Su: 12pm-10pm, M-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm

234 Bull St. 912.233.6400 Leopold’s Ice Cream D4 $

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Frozen Yogurt Café, self-serve buffet style with large selection of toppings. Free wi-fi.

912.233.5348 La’ Berry $

Locally owned and operated, professional custom cake design that creates anything from cupcakes to birthday, wedding, and M-Th: 10am-6pm, F-Sa: 10am-9pm special occasion themed cakes.

Su: 12pm-6pm M-Su: 12pm-9pm 19 Jefferson St. 912.231.8282 2 Park Commerce Blvd.

102 E. Liberty St. 912.239.9444

Large selection of ice cream and sweets in a casual express setting.

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Artisan bakery with American and French influences. Seasonal offerings also include light café fare.

M-Sa: 7:30am-6:30pm, Su: 8:30am-4:30pm

Children’s Menu

Casual and cozy cafe environment. Serving large selection of standard café drinks and fare.

M-F: 7:30am-10pm, Sa-Su: 8am-11pm

1 E. Broughton St. 912.234.2344 202 W. Saint Julian St. 912.944.2556 313 Abercorn St. 912.443.5525 111 W Congress St. 912.816.4764 Harris Baking Company Ice Cream Etcetera Kerry O’Connor Cake Design Gallery Espresso G7 G6 C3 $ $ $-$$$ $ D8

Su-Th: 10am-10pm, F-Sa: 10am-11pm

Su-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa: 11am-10pm

912.234.2433 110 W Bryan St. Fruzen Twist D’Lites Emporium H7 D4 $ $

317 W. Bryan St.

Vegetarian Options

Casual express setting. Serving café selections, Casual express set cafe serving a variety of including panini and Italian gelatoh. coffee based beverages.

C5 Carpe Vas $

513 E. Oglethorpe Ave. 912.233.6394

Cafe Gelatohhh $

912.236.2744

Some restrictions may apply.

M-Th: 4pm-11:30pm, F-Sa: 12pm-12am, Su: 12pm-11:30pm

Delivery Available.

M-Sa: 12pm-10pm, Su: 12pm-8pm

11 W. Liberty St.

Cafes Sweets Bakeries

606 Abercorn St. 912.495.0705 C4

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Casual eclectic atmosphere matches the eclectic menu. Large selection of pizzas, hoagies, munchies and beers.

M-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-10:30pm, Su: 11am-10pm

L8 Mellow Mushroom A $$

Internationally inspired Italian menu selections. Spacious outdoor patio and bocce ball court.

M-F: 11am-until, Sa-Su: 12am-until

Leoci’s Trattoria A $$

912.232.2720 44 MLK Jr. Blvd. 912.335.7027 C3 Your Pie F10 Vinnie Van Go-Go’s A $ A $

M-Sa: 11am-11pm, Su: 4pm-10pm

Traditional Italian menu selections served in an intimate and casual setting.

D1

Large selection of pizzas and subs. Casual New York style pizzeria. Large menu selections Casual express setting that allows you to served in a casual eclectic atmosphere. dining atmosphere with outdoor patio customize your own pizza, panini, and or seating. bread bowl salad

Screaming Mimi’s A $

Traditional Dining Pasta, Pizzerias, etc.

Italian

Corleone’s Trattoria A $$

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912.443.9555

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Swiss, Italian, South African and Dutch, menu influences. Casual express and take out.

M-Sa: 11am-6pm

Zunzi’s $

314 W. Saint Julian St.

Su-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm

A

912.236.2066

Children’s Menu

Named after their grandmother and located in the City Market. Extensive international selection of tapas and light fare served in a casual setting

Vegetarian Options

912.233.6044 1 E. Broughton St. Tapas by Anna C3 $ A

Casual express setting. Eclectic mix of café style, light, healthy, and fresh fare. Famous for tacos. Daily specials.

M-Sa: 11am-5pm, M-W: 5pm-10pm Th-Sa: 5pm-11pm Beginning of next line

A

52 Barnard St.

Su-Th: 4pm-10pm, F-Sa: 4pm-12am

Some restrictions may apply.

912.236.7777 Kayak Kafe´

Delivery Available.

Contemporary intimate atmosphere. Live music. Menu features internationally inspired tapas.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar A $$

Fusion Eclectic

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Asian

912.233.1187

30 MLK Blvd 912.232.8222

M-F:11am-2:30pm, M-Th:5pm-10pm, F-Sa:5pm-11pm

113 MLK Jr. Blvd.

Traditional Japanese cuisine including sushi, tempura and teriyaki served in a casual setting.

M-W: 11am-9:30pm, Th-Su: 11am-12am

513 E. Oglethorpe Ave. 912.233.8899

Menu includes Japanese and Vietnamese dishes. Ambient atmosphere featuring local artwork.

M-Sa: 11:30-2:30pm, M-Th: 4-9:30pm, F-Sa: 4-10:30pm, Su: 4:30-9:30pm

D7

10 Barnard St.

912.234.9300

116 E. Broughton St.

Su-Th: 11-10pm, Fr-Sa: 11-11pm

Casual intimate setting.Traditional Japanese menu selections includes sushi, teriyaki, and hibachi. Open for over 12 years.

912.349.6230 Sakura $$

PRICE

Japanese owned and operated. Casual intimate atmosphere serving traditional Japanese sushi and entrees.

912.201.3534 Sushi Zen $$ A

147 Abercorn St. 912.231.6667 17 W. Broughton St. 912.232.5288 4 W. Broughton St. H7 Ta Ca Japanese Fusion F11 Wasabi’s Fusion Downtown $$ A $$ D1

Award winning Thai,Vietnamese, and PanAsian menu.Vegan friendly. Casual intimate setting.

M-F: 11am-3pm, Sa-Su: 12-4pm, Su-Th: 5-10pm, F-Sa: 5-11pm

D6

M-F: 11:30-9:00pm

Large selection of traditional Japanese fare including sushi and hibachi. Casual setting with sushi bar seating.

K10

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

M-F: 11am-9pm, Sa-Su: 12pm-9pm

Casual intimate atmosphere.Traditional Thai cuisine includes curry and seafood selections.

M-Th: 11am-3pm, M-Th: 4:30-9:30pm, F-Sa: 12pm-3pm, F-Sa: 4:30-10pm, Su: 5pm-9pm

912.292.1656 402 MLK Jr. Blvd.

Ruan Thai Cuisine D6 Saigon Restaurant A $$ $$ A

Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, etc.

A $$

135 W. Bay St.

M-W: 11am-10:30pm, Th-F: 11am-11pm, Sa: 12pm-11pm, Su: 12pm-10pm Beginning of next line

Traditional Mexican selections served in a casual spacious setting.

A

Casual express setting with indoor and outdoor seating. Serving traditional Thai cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere

D6

218 W. Broughton St.

Intimate casual setting. Contemporary Mediterranean bar and grill with late night hookah lounge.

Su-W: 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-12am, Th-Sa: 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-2:30am

119 MLK Jr. Blvd. 912.232.7070 Heiwa’s

912.236.0530 420 E. Broughton St. PJ Thai Cuisine F8 $

D1

912.232.2525

Casual festive atmosphere. Extensive menu selections include standard Mexican fare.

Daily specials.

M-W: 11am-10pm, Th-F: 12-10:30pm, Sa: 12-10:30pm, Su: 12-10pm

Traditional Cuban dishes, including Cuban sandwiches, Paella, seafood and desserts.

M-Th: 11am-9:30pm, F-Sa: 11am-10:30pm, Su: 11am-9pm

$$

Cuban, Mexican, etc.

Rancho Alegre

A

M-Su: 11:30am-until

Casual eclectic setting with hookah. Serving traditional middle eastern cuisine.

912.443.1875 48 Whitaker St. 912.232.1881 Middle Eastern Cuisine F2 Mirage A $$ A $$

118 E. Broughton St. 912.443.0414 142 Montgomery St. 912.236.5464 20 E. Broughton St. Carlito’s Mexican Grill Cilantro’s Grill & Cantina B4 D1 $ A $$ A

Hispanic

912.234.6168

M-Su: 5:30pm-10:30pm

Moroccan and Mediterranean menu.

Belly dancing shows nightly in a ceremonial atmosphere. Reservations suggested.

D7

529 E. Liberty St.

Casbah Moroccan A $$

Children’s Menu

Intimate, casual setting.Traditional Mexican fare with wide selections including steaks and house specials.

M-Sa: 11am-10pm, Su: 12pm-9pm

912.233.3131 5 E. River St. Juarez Mexican Restaurant A $$ D10

D4

Vegetarian Options

M-Su: 11am-11pm

$ Some restrictions may apply.

Relaxed intimate atmosphere. Large selection of traditional Greek dishes and pizza.

B6

A

D5 Papillote

Intimate express bistro setting. Menu features Classic Parisian bistro setting. Gastro pub Casual yet refined setting. Outdoor patio, offering authentic French fare. Seasonal menu light French fare and desserts with daily hand picked wine and beer selection, and a specials. menu inspired by the French brasseries of old. selections and extensive wine list.

Tu-Sa: 10:30am -7pm, Su: 12am-5pm M-Sa: 11am-4pm, Th-Sa: 5pm-10pm M-Th: 6pm-10pm, F-Sa: 6pm-11pm

H11 Circa 1875 $$$ A

Delivery Available.

Olympia Cafe A $$

Indian, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, etc.

Ethnic

French

Brasserie 529 A $$$

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MOROCCAN RESTAURANT

The most memorable & fun dining experience

Belly Dancing Shows NIGHTLY!

5:30PM to 10:30PM DAILY

Award-Winning Moroccan Cuisine served in an authentic ceremonial atmosphere 118 E. Broughton Street

(912) 234-6168

www.CasbahRestaurant.com

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912.921.5712

1651 E.Victory Dr.

M-Sa: 9am-12am, Su: 10am-10pm

Casual express setting. Large selection of fried chicken, seafood, sandwiches, and sides.

912.355.9250 4829 Waters Avenue 912.234.2260 2201 Waters Avenue

Casual intimate atmosphere. Neighborhood bistro and wine bar. Organic produce and petite portions available.

M-F: 11am-2:30pm, M-Sa: 5pm-10pm

912.234.5885 2430 Habersham St. Kennedy Fried Chicken C9 $

912.236.7642 1801 Habersham St. 912.352.1118 715 Mall Blvd.

Johnny Harris Restaurant Kasey’s Grille E9 $$ A C10 A $$

World famous barbeque sauce company and restaurant. Casual family atmosphere serving barbeque and southern fare.

M-Th: 11:30-9:30pm, F-Sa: 11:30-10:30pm

Casual, local atmoshpere. Menu selections include original takes on classic American fare with most selections made from scratch and sourced locally.

T-Sa: 11am-11pm

Carryout wine and gourmet foods shop. Daily chef creations, soups, sides, meats, cheeses, Casual express setting with large menu and famous cheesecakes. Also available for selection. Specializing in Italian subs. private wine tastings and dinners.

M-Sa: 8am-9pm, Su: 12pm-4pm M-F: 11am-7pm, Sa: 11am-6pm

17029 Abercorn St. 912.354.7810

Casual progressive dining. American, Italian, and Asian inspired dishes made from scratch.

Extensive drink menu.

M-Th: 11am-10:30pm, F-S: 11am-11:30pm, Sun:11am-10pm

L1

B8

Fine dining set in a southern mansion. Menu selections include seasonal and local fare.

Extensive wine list.

M-Su: 6pm-9:30pm

K10 Elizabeth on 37th A $$$

1813 Bull St. 912.351.0302 4430 Habersham St.

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Wide array of seafood selections include lobster, snow crab, oysters, and low country boil. Casual family atomosphere.

Su-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm, Su: 11am-12am 912.351.2274 7201 Hodgson Memorial Dr.

912.352.2933 3016 E.Victory St. 912.356.5877 Fiddler’s Seafood J7 Form $$ A $$-$$$ A

J8

5200 Paulsen St.

Casual local atmosphere. Serving breakfast all day and lunch. Selections include standard diner and southern fare. Outdoor seating also.

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa: 11am-10pm, Su: 10am-8pm

Clary’s Cafe $$

A

7400 Skidaway Rd. 912.236.5547 105 E. 37th St. 7202 Abercorn St. 912.303.0999 Giorgio’s Subs & Deli B8 J7 Green Truck Pub C8 $$ A $

912.234.6778 2130 E.Victory Drive 912.232.3593 1514 Bull St. 912.201.1808 Coach’s Corner Driftaway Cafe D12 Diner on Abercorn H7 A A $ $ $$

M-Th: 7am-7pm, F: 9am-5pm

Seasonal and fresh fare. Creative takes on traditional cafe selections. Casual express setting with daily specials.

Traditional American diner that is open 24 Casual coastal cuisine with an emphasis on hours a day. The menu offers breakfast, fresh local seafood, local organic produce, lunch, and dinner options such as eggs, burg- hand cut steaks and nightly entrée features. ers, steaks, sandwiches, hot dogs and fries.

M-Sa: 11am-10pm, Sun: 10am-9pm Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week

Butterhead Greens Cafe B8 $

American Legion Post135 1108 Bull St. 912.358.0809

Large selection of standard American fare and bar food standards. Daily specials.

Spacious sports bar atmosphere.

B8

Casual atmosphere with an open kitchen view. Offering a full breakfast menu that is available all day with daily lunch specials, sandwiches and burgers.

Tu-Su: 7am-3pm

Bull Street Eatery $

Spacious casual express setting. Extensive breakfast menu featuring omelettes. Lunch menu as well.

D11

Located inside the American Legion, Post 135. Casual contemporary atmoshpere. Eclectic Serving affordable standard bar fare, including and fresh menu selections are unique and varied. Large selecion of craft beer as well. burgers, wings, tacos, and cheese steaks.

M-Th: 11am-9pm F-Sa: 11am-10pm Th-Sa: 4pm-12am

Children’s Menu

Houlihan’s

M-Sa: 4pm-1am

Vegetarian Options

M-Su: 11am-12am

E8

Delivery Available.

M-Su: 6am-3pm

$$

French and Asian influences the limited but rotating and evolving menu. Casual and intimate bar setting.Wifi available.

A

Bar Food Some restrictions may apply.

Breakfast Place $

L4

Casual family atmosphere specializing in large selection of burgers including turkey and veggie burgers, and other standard American fare.

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa:11am-10pm, Su: 12pm-6pm

B&D Burgers Southside $ A

912.349.6022 2402 Waters Avenue 912.927.8700 11108 Abercorn St. 912.355.5956 4523 Habersham St. F9 Ben’s Neighborhood Grill H7 Betty Bomber’s F8 A8 Blue Turtle Bistro A $$ $ $$

Classic southern barbeque and seafood.

Casual express setting serving hot and cold Extensive menu choices include steaks, sandwiches, burgers, gyros, salads and sides. burgers, and desserts. Casual family setting.

M-Su: 10:30-2pm, Su-Th: 2pm-10pm, F-Sa: M-F: 11am-8:30pm, Sa: 11am-3pm 2pm-10:30pm 912.353.9488 5320 Waters Ave. 912.351.9008 7080 Hodgson Memorial Dr.

Barnes Restaurant $$ A

BBQ, Southern, Seafood, Burgers, Sandwiches, etc.

American

C9

Traditional southern fare including entrees, desserts, and sides. Casual express dining.

Regular specials.

M: 8am-1pm, T-Th: 8am-6:30pm, F-Sa: 8am-7pm, Closed on Sundays

A Taste of Heaven $

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$ UNDER $10

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BBQ, Southern, Seafood, Burgers, Sandwiches, etc.

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M-Sa: 3pm-3am, Su: 12:30pm-2am

Sports Bar atmosphere with varied selection of standard American fare. Large selection of beer and liquor.

Locally owned Southern soul food restaurant.

Specialties include the Bizzard Signature Pancakes and Famous Stuffed Tyler Burger. (catering available) M-F: 6:30am-3pm, Sat: 8am-5pm

M-F: 11am-10pm, Sa: 4:30pm-10pm, 12pm-10pm

Su:

Contemporary American setting. Specializing in steaks with other standard steakhouse menu selections.

912.352.3434

912.232.1874

531 Stephenson Ave.

M-Th: 11:30am-2:30pm,M-Th: 5pm-9pm, F-Sa: 11:30am-2:30pm, F-Sa: 5pm-10pm

Casual colorful atmosphere. Interesting menu selection includes Greek, Caribbean, and American influences.

6825 Waters Ave. 912.352.2233

M-Sa: 11am-9pm

Tu-Su: 5pm-Until M: Closed

1611 Habersham St.

Healthy southern cuisine with Greek, Mediterranean, and Caribbean influences.

Features a daily sweet potato dish.

Spice Fusion featuring a la carte tacos, flats, and more.Vegetarian and Vegan friendly.

Artisan liquors, magaritas, mojitos.

PRICE

Fusion Eclectic

1801 Waters Ave. 912.691.8748 110 Eisenhower Dr. 308 Mall Way 912.921.2269 11215 Abercorn St. 912.2349.9499 Toucan Cafe Sweet Potatoes Sol Restaurant B8 H7 I8 $$ $-$$ A A $ A

Su-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm

912.355.3383

M-Su: 11am-9:30pm

8 Gateway Blvd. 912.355.2761 6730 Waters Ave 912.927.3280 2605 Skidaway Rd. 912.354.2524 6724 Waters Ave. Toni Steakhouse H7 J7 Tailgate Sports Bar & Grill L4 Tyler’s Place B2 A $$ $ A $ $$

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Pizza galley and saloon. Large menu also includes pasta, salads, and stackers. “Home of the original chicken finger.”

A

912.354.3744 Spanky’s

A

Real pit cooked BBQ. Featuring local seafood daily. Casual atmosphere. Catering available.

1710 Abercorn St. 912.354.8288 5200 Paulsen St. 912.238.8328 7360 Skidaway Rd. Smoke Station BBQ Sisters of the New South C11 H8 L1 $ A $$

M-F: 11:30am-2am, Sa: 3pm-2am, Su: 12:30pm-12am

Children’s Menu

Spacious lakeside setting. Serving seafood and Traditional soul food. Southern cuisine served cafeteria style. Casual express setting with traditional southern fare. specials.

M-Su: 4pm-10pm M-Th: 6am-9pm, F-Sa: 6am-10pm

912.352.8221 7000 LaRoche Ave. 912.358.0670 Shane’s Rib Shack H8 Shell House A $$ $$

M-F: 11am-3pm; 6pm-9pm, Sa: 11am-3pm; 6pm-9pm

Vegetarian Options

M-Sa: 11:30am-3pm Su: 12pm-2am

Casual local feel. Assortment of pizzas, Ameri- Casual express setting with a menu that can, and Mediterranean selections. Ample offers sliders, hot dogs, salads, and rotating draft beer selections as well. menu specials

Casual local sports bar atmosphere. Menu includes standard American bar fare

Traditional Philly cheesesteaks and wide variety of wings. Large selection of traditional casual fare in a classic American setting.

M-Sa: 11-9pm

504 1/2 W. 42nd St. 912.232.1218 7403 Skidaway Rd. 2015 Waters Ave. 912.354.0006 Sandfly Bar & Grill Sammy Greens F8 K10 B8 A $ $

M-Sa: 6am-6pm

M-Sa: 6am - 3pm, Sunday: 7am-3pm

912.231.0563 2019 Habersham St. 912.234.5081 Pearl’s Saltwater Grill J11 Pub 29 $$ A $$ A

Homemade traditional soul food. Casual express setting.

K10

7805 Abercorn St.

I6 Some restrictions may apply.

Contemporary casual setting. Menu includes BBQ standards specializing in ribs. Catering Available.

M-Sun 11am-10pm

M-Su: 5:30am-10pm

Casual express setting. Menu selections include a wide array of deli, bagel, bakery selections.

Midtown Deli $

Delivery Available.

Spacious casual waterfront dining. Extensive menu offers many varieties of seafood dishes prepared in many styles M-Th: 5pm-10pm, F-Sa: 5pm-10:30pm, Su: 5pm-9:30pm

H6

912.921.1510 11301 Abercorn St. 912.692.0036 7010 Suite 2 Eisenhower Rd. 912.355.8717 Off The Grill Neighborhood Soul Food C9 Ozzy’s Grill B7 $ $ $

Family friendly casual cafe that specializes in breakfaast and gravy. Daily lunch specials, including lamb and more.

B8

Ma Randy’s $

Rustic roadhouse atmosphere with jukebox Menu includes traditional southern soul and peanuts. Menu includes standard Ameri- food selections in a casual express setting. can steakhouse fare.

Tu-Su: 11am-8pm Su-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm

L4

Casual express setting. Menu selections include standard barbeque fare with traditional sides.

$

Narobia’s Grits & Gravy

American

Logan’s Roadhouse A $$

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Traditional Dining Pasta, Pizzerias, etc.

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912.351.2400

1100 Eisenhower Dr. 912.354.2356

D8

12417 White Bluff Rd.

M-Sa: 11:30am-9:30pm

Casual dining with extensive menu including: specialty pizzas, calzones, Stromboli, hoagies, wings, salads and pastas.

912.354.4005 4420 Habersham St. Vincenzo’s Pizza N5 $$

Open 17 years.Winner of numerous awards.

Serves traditional dishes along with pizza, panini, and Italian rotisserie chicken.

M-F: 11:30-2pm, M-Th: 5pm-9pm, F-Sa: 5pm-10pm, Su: 5pm-8pm

4521 Habersham St. 912.921.7800

Large selection of specialty pizzas, hot subs, wings, etc. Express casual setting.

M-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm, Su: 12pm-10pm

Marco’s Pizza $$

Traditional Pizzeria with a variety of fresh specialty pizzas, wings, salads, and more.Tons of specials to choose from.

M-Fr: 4pm-10pm, Sa: 12pm-10pm, Su: 4pm-9pm 912-920-9099 205 Montgomery CrossRd.

4827 Waters Ave. 912.349.6960

Pizza parlor setting. New Jersey Style Pizza by the slice at lunch with extended dinner menu selections.

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F: 11am-10pm, Sa: 12pm-9pm, Su: 4-9pm

F9

M-F: 11am-3pm, M-Su: 5pm-10pm

401 Mall Blvd.

7400 Abercorn St. 912.356.1020 J7 Bella’s Italian Cafe E8 A $$

PRICE

Authentic New Jersey style pizza. Casual express and dine-in family friendly atmosphere with foosball and television.

Sa: Hours Vary M: 11:30-2:30, Tu-F: 11:30-2:30pm, 5pm-Close

912.921.5117 10510 Abercorn St. Jersey’s Pizza Costanzo’s Pizza H8 $$ $$

M-Su: 11-10pm

Authentic Mediterranean cuisine in a casual setting. Nightly food and drink specials, including wines.

Allyanna’s $$

4711 Waters Ave. 912.692.8988

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa: 11am-9:30pm, Su: 11:30am-3pm

I7

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Italian

7102 Abercorn St. 912.691.4440

Troy Mediterranean Cuisine $$ A K5

912.349.4261

M-F: 9am-7pm, Sa: 11am-9pm

$$

Traditional Indian selections served in well decorated atmosphere.Wide menu selection and Lunch buffet.

A

Taste of India

A

M-Su: 11:30am-10pm

I7

Traditional Mediterranean fare prepared with fresh ingredients in an express casual setting.

Free wifi

F9 Shawarma King $

Casual set atmosphere that offers a variety of pitas,healthy sides, coffee, and smoothies.

The menu also includes breakfast wraps and falafels.

Pita Pita $

912.447.0400

Express and casual setting.

M-Th: 10am-9pm, F-Sa: 10am-11pm, M-Th: 11am-8pm, F-Sa: 11am-9pm Su: 12pm-6pm 2311 Habersham St. 912.225.4718 205 Montgomery Cross Rd. 912.352.4855 1100 Eisenhower Dr.

Children’s Menu

Wide selection of traditional Indian fare, including special off the menu requests.

Hookahs avaiable on patio. Casual spacious setting.

Pakwan

M-Sa: 11am-8pm

Casual intimate setting. Authentic Jamaican Casual express setting. Middle Eastern cuisine that includes bbq jerk, pork, ribs, goat, Authentic Jamaican menu includes jerk, oxtail, fish, and goat.Weekday lunch specials. fare with traditional deli selections. peppered steak, and a variety of seafood.

H8

7360 Skidaway Rd.

Vegetarian Options

Indian, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, etc.

Ethnic

11 E 41 St. 912.355.6160 238 Eisenhower Dr. 912.349.2452 One Love John’s Jamaican J7 C8 $ $

M-F: 11am-3pm

Fine Dining

Classic, casual, express takeout. Custom Casual intimate setting. Extensive selection of bakery, specializing in cakes and deserts with standard café and seasonal gourmet fare. light lunch offerings.

M-Sa: 10am-9pm Su: 11am-2pm M-F: 9am-6pm, Sa: 9am-3pm

K10

4517 Habersham St.

M-F: 7am-7pm, Sa: 8am-6pm

5224 Skidaway Rd. 912.354.7420

Unforgettable Bakery & Deli Wright Square Cafe $ $-$$ H7 A

912.655.3844

Tu-F: 12pm-6pm

Locally owned cafe that offers a large variety of coffee-based refreshments as well as light fare including burgers, sandwiches, soups, salads and custom paninis.

Ogeechee River Coffee Co. $ E8

Delivery Available.

715 Mall Blvd. 912.443.9355 Al Salaam Deli $

M-Sa: 8am-9pm, Su: 12pm-4pm

G10

Locally owned bakery that specializes in custom cookies, cupcakes, cheesecakes and more.

$-$$

Just Desserts Some restrictions may apply.

912.352.8455

Casual express setting. Menu is a blend of Italian and fresh American fare. Specializes in paninis, soups, salads, sandwiches.

J7

912.495.9292 2403 Bull Street Starland Cafe F8 $

Artisan bakery & Foodie destination serving lunch, desserts, coffee, espresso, and American/Italian breads. Free wifi.

Tu-Sa: 8am-5pm, Closed: Su & M

B7

Healthy fruit smoothies, protein shakes, energy shakes or make your own. Casual express setting adjacent to Giorgios’s Deli.

Shake It Up $

Cafes Sweets Bakeries

Back in the Day Bakery $

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Variety of gourmet Asian dishes including Chinese, Japanese,Thai, sushi, and more.

M-Su: 11am-4pm, M-Th: 4:30-9:30pm, F-Sa: 4:30-10:30pm, Su: 4:30-9:30pm M-Su: 11am-10pm

Large selection of traditional Korean dishes.

Daily lunch specials served in an intimate atmosphere.

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa: 11am-10pm

$$

H7

5700 Waters Ave. 912.352.4182

M-Su: 11am-9pm

6604 Waters Ave.

Contemporary casual atmosphere. Extensive Casual express setting. Large selection of selection of traditional Vietnamese dishes and traditional Vietnamese dishes in addition to Sushi. drinks. Specializing in Pho-Noodle soups.

912.355.9800 7805 Abercorn St. 912.352.7300 200 Eisenhower Dr. Saigon Bistro F9 Saigon Flavors H8 $$ $$

Spacious contemporary atmosphere.

Japanese fare featuring hibachi style dining with a show.

M-Th: 4:30-10pm, F-Sa: 4:30-10:30pm, Su: 4pm-9:30pm

A

M-Th: 11am-9:30pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm

912.351.9300 8465 Waters Avenue

7400 Abercorn St.

912.353.9281

Casual intimate setting.Traditional Japanese menu selections includes sushi, teriyaki, and hibachi.

Japanese hibachi, sushi, and traditional selections. Casual express dining in spacious atmosphere.

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa: 11am-10pm, Su: 1:30pm-8pm

912.920.3028 12322 Largo Drive 912.692.1394 7052 Hodgson Memorial Dr Seasons of Japan Express J7 I7 Sakura Japanese $ $

Traditional Chinese selections. Made to order. Large varied selection of Asian dishes featuring noodle combinations. Casual intimate Dine in or Take out. Catering available. setting.

M-Th: 11am-8pm, F-Sa: 11am-9pm, Su: 12pmM-Su: 11am-10pm 4pm

2315 Waters Ave. 7400 Abercorn St. 912.236.8228 New China Garden Noodle Bowl H7 L4 $ $

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Japanese selections featuring hibachi style cuisine cooked in front of you with a show.

Casual, spacious setting.

M-Sa: 11:30-2pm, M-Th: 5pm-10pm, Sa: 4:30-10:30pm, Su: 4:30-10pm

I6

Miyabi

912.920.7273 149 E. Montgomery Cross Rd 912.355.2100 7098 Hodgson Memorial D. 912.353.9281

A

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa: 11:30-9:30pm, Su: 11:30-9pm

M-F: 11am-3pm, Sa-Su: 12pm-3pm, M-Th: 5pm-9:30pm, F-Sa: 5pm-10pm, Su: 5pm-9pm

912.238.8815 2504 Skidaway Rd. Lisa’s Chinese Restaurant C9 $ Fast, traditional, Chinese take-out dining.

Extensive selection with specials.

13015 Abercorn St. 912.691.2080 3017 E.Victory Dr. H7 Kyoto Express I7 $$ A

Traditional Chinese menu selections. Lunch and dinner buffet. Casual atmosphere.

M-Th: 12pm-9pm, F-Sa: 12pm-10pm, Su: 12pm-9pm

Traditional Thai cuisine served in a contempo- Casual express setting.Traditional Japanese menu selections. rary intimate atmosphere.

4426 Habersham St. 912.961.0770 J7 King and I A $$

M-F: 11:30-9:00pm

M-F: 11:30-9:00pm

Large selection of traditional Thai cuisine.Well appointed, intimate atmosphere. Daily lunch specials.

M-F: 11am-3pm, M-Th: 5pm-10pm, F: 5pm11pm, Sa: 12pm-11pm, Su: 5pm-10pm

Large selection of traditional Japanese fare including sushi and hibachi. Casual setting with sushi bar seating.

Large selection of traditional Japanese fare including sushi and hibachi. Casual setting with sushi bar seating.

7640 Abercorn St. 912.355.8819 7205 Waters Ave. 912.352.3838 7401 Skidaway Rd. Kao Thai Cuisine Kikko’s Restaurant D11 L2 E12 A $$ $ A

Casual express setting. Menu includes traditional Japanese dishes including sushi, hibachi, and teriyaki.

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa 11am-10pm, Su: 12pm-8pm

912.353.8337 Kimchi A $

Casual express setting. Menu includes traditional Japanese dishes including sushi, hibachi, and teriyaki.

M-Th: 11am-9pm, F-Sa 11am-10pm, Su: 12pm-8pm

1801 E.Victory Dr. 912.691.0330 E8 Hirano’s A $

912.354.3420 Hirano’s A $

M-Th: 11am-10:30pm, F-Sa:11am-11pm, Su:12 noon-10pm

Quick service. Drive-thru only. Menu includes traditional Chinese selections. Daily lunch specials and family dinners.

M-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm, Su: 12pm-10pm

Children’s Menu

M-Su: 11am-9pm; Closed Tuesdays

M-Sa: 11am-2:30pm, M-Sa: 5pm-10pm

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Vegetarian Options

912.335.2025

$$

Intimate casual setting. Menu selections include traditional Thai cuisine as well as Hawaiian dishes

A

Chiriya’s Thai Cuisine

Delivery Available.

Masato of Japan $$ A

L2

Casual express setting. Large menu selection.

Serving traditional Chinese fare.

$$

Beijing House II Some restrictions may apply.

M-Sa: 10:30-10pm, Su: 4pm-9pm

I8

912.354.6111 1100 Eisenhower Dr. 912.927.8599 13040 Abercorn St. 912.303.0555 7805 Abercorn St. Heiwa’s I7 Heiwa’s D10 Green Tea K10 I8 A $$ A $$ $

New York style Chinese drive thru restaurant

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Egg Roll King

Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, etc.

Asian

Asian River Restaurant $

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M-Sa: 12pm-9pm M-Sa: 11am-10pm, Su: 12pm-9pm

5700 waters avenue 912 335 2025 Well FED 912.234.0876

M-Su: 10am-9pm

2308 Skidaway Rd. 912.335.7678

5205 Waters Ave.

M-Sa: 10am-8pm, Su: 12pm-6pm

Casual express dining. Mexican and southwestern cantina, fresh, made to order.

PRICE

Casual intimate setting serving traditional Mexican fare. Daily specials

912.920.0704 8840 Abercorn St. 912.354.0300 108 Mall Blvd.

Salsaritas Fresh Cantina F9 La Xalapena C11 $ A $$ A

Traditional Mexican selections served in Mexican themed setting

Large selection of Mexican dishes and appetizers. Award winning margaritas. Casual atmosphere.

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

I6

13051 Abercorn St.

912.927.9953 Jalapeno’s $$ A

L3

Large selection of Mexican dishes and appetizers. Award winning margaritas. Casual atmosphere.

M-Th: 11am-10:30pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm, Su: 11am-10pm

$$

A

Classic Mexican selections in a casual setting.

Fresh chili made daily. Lunch and dinner specials.

M-Th: 12pm-9pm, F-Sa: 11am-10pm, Su: 12pm-8pm

A

912.356.1333 5500 Abercorn St. Jalapeno’s K10 $$ A

Children’s Menu

El Potro

M-Sa: 11am-10pm

Spacious casual atmosphere. Extensive menu includes standard traditional Mexican fare.

Daily specials.

F7

7601 Waters Ave.

Vegetarian Options

Cuban, Mexican, etc.

Hispanic

11215 Abercorn St. 912.355.0321 Cancun A $$

Some restrictions may apply.

912.920.5504

I8

Traditional Chinese selections and Japanese teriyaki. Large menu and spacious casual atmosphere.

M-Th: 11:30am-10pm, F-Sa: 11:30am-11pm, Su: 12pm-10pm

Wang’s II Chinese $$

Delivery Available.

Intimate contemporary ambiance. Eclectic Pan-Asian and Thai influenced menu selections as well as sushi.

M-F: 11am-3pm, Sa-Su: 12pm-3pm, M-Th: 5pm-10pm, F-Su: 5pm-10:30pm

L4

54 Montgomery Cross Rd. 912.303.0141 1100 Eisenhower Dr.

Tangerine Fusion $$ A

912.920.3288

Sushi,Teriyaki, and other traditional Japanese Japanese owned and operated. Casual dishes in a relaxed atmosphere with sit-down intimate atmosphere serving traditional Japanese sushi and entrees. sushi bar.

M-F: 11am-2:30 pm, M-Th: 5pm-10pm, M-Th: 11-9:30pm, F:11-10:30pm, Sa: 12-10:30pm F-Sa: 5pm-11pm

Sushi Time Towa $$

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Saigon

Bistro

“phở for the soul”

Discounts for Active Military & Hospital Employees

open seven days

authentic vietnamese

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912.786.7694

M-Su: 12pm-3am

1311 Butler Ave.

M-Th: 11am-11pm, F-Sa: 11am-12am Su:11am-10pm

Carefully crafted menu includes eclectic varieties of tacos, salads, and appetizers.

Extensive wine selections and pairings.

Ambient and casual setting.

4B Old US Hwy 80 912.472.4044

Waterfront, indoor and outdoor seating.

Eclectic mix of American selections and Korean dishes.

304 1st Street 912.786.8686

Large selection of sandwiches, burgers, salads, and seafood.Traditional southern dishes.

Lunch and dinner specials.

M-Sa: 11-3pm, M-Sa: 5-9pm

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912.786.6593

19 Tybrisa St.

Southern style casual fare. Burgers, sandwiches, seafood and more.Weekday lunch specials.

M-Th: 11-7pm, Sa: 11-8pm Su: 12-9pm

PRICE

Sundae Cafe & Deli $$ A

Su-Th: 11-10pm, F-Sa: 11-11pm

912.786.7176 1516 Butler Ave. 912.786.5520 1605 Strand Ave. 912.484.4954 1403 Butler Ave. Topsail Bar & Grill N10 C8 Tybee Island Social Club M10 Wind Rose Cafe $ $ A $$ A

103 Jones Ave

Mo-Su: 11-3am

Casual atmosphere. Large selection of seafood, including various crab dishes. Blue crab, low country boil, and platters.

M-Su: 11am-until

M-Su: 4pm-till

Seafood galley and saloon. Large selection of seafood, pasta, salads, and stackers. “Home of the original chicken finger.”.

912.786.5870

Burgers, seafood, tacos, and big burritos served in a spacious sports bar atmosphere.

Live entertainment and Karaoke.

M-Su: 11am-10pm

912.786.4442 33 Van Horne Ave. Sting Ray’s Seafood O11 M10 A $$ 1513 Butler Ave.

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Large selection of pizza, subs, and salads.

Fast and free delivery. Family owned and operated for over 25 years.

912.786.4444

Spanky’s Beachside N9 $$ A

402 First St.

Rock House Bar & Grill A $$

912.472.4018

Mix of American and Caribbean selections.

Daily specials and homemade desserts.

Live Entertainment.

A

912.786.4745 404 Butler Ave. Pizza on Wheels I9 $$

Casual express setting serving pizza, tradiTraditional Hispanic cuisine with outdoor seating, and 2 for 1 margaritas all day every tional American fare, and seafood. They have day. Located only two blocks from the beach. an extent menu and child friendly seating seperate from the bar.

Open 7 days a week: 11:30am-9pm M-W: 4pm-12am, Th-Su: 11am-3am

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Children’s Menu

Large selection of seafood. Interesting selections mixed with standards. Signatures include flower pot bread and mojo hen.

M-Su: 11-10pm

912.786.5900 1213 Hwy 80 912.786.8888 101 Lovell Avenue North Beach Bar & Grill H10 Nickie’s Bar and Grill N9 $ A A $-$$

$-$$

M-F: 4pm-?, Sa-Su: 12pm-?

M-Su: 11-12am

912.786.6109 1613 Strand Road 912.786.4227 Mexi-Cali Marlin Monroe’s Surfside A J11 $$ A

Vegetarian Options

1113 E. Hwy. 80

Award winning seafood. Extensive menu includes pastas, steaks, beer-battered seafood and various chef specials.

Relaxed island atmosphere. Specialty pizzas, whole or by the slice. Low card menu, wraps, and more.

Dog friendly outdoor seating area with a view Large selection of seafood, salads, and apps. of the marsh. Roadside grill providing pig Specialties and pizzas. Award winning Sunday pickings, Georgia wild shrimp, and large to brunch. go orders.

F-Su: 11am-7pm M-Su: 11am-close

Some restrictions may apply.

1A E. Old Hwy 80 912.786.0221 106 S. Campbell Ave. 912.786.8400 912.786.9655 1605 Inlet Ave. 912.786.7810 Oceanfront &15 St. Fannie’s On the Beach MacElwee’s Seafood 010 Gerald’s Pig and Shrimp M10 Huc-A-Poos Bites/ Booze I11 $ A H6 A $$ A A $ $$

Fusion of Southern and Caribbean cuisines through a variety of fresh seafood, steak, chicken, and pasta. Seafood buffet every Fri. & Sat. night.

M-Su: 8am-10pm

Delivery Available.

M-Su: 11am-till

M-Su: 7am-1pm

Well known for its extensive breakfast menu and laid-back atmosphere, this casual set restaurant is a favorite for locals.

N10

13 Tybrisa St. 912.786.5984 1500 Butler Ave Dolphin Reef Restaurant H9 N10 A $$

Extensive dining and wine menu. Seafood, pasta, standard casual fare. All you can eat crab legs on Friday.

912.786.9533 1315 Chatham Avenue 912.786.5100 N9 Cafe Loco C9 Charly’s $$ A A $$

Curbside pickup, window ordering. Nice selec- Large, varied menu selection including seation of Mexican and American classics with food, pasta, sandwiches and wings. Live music, casual atmosphere. classic beachside diner feel.

M-Tu: 11:30am-3pm, W-Su: 12:30-4:30pm M-Su: 11-10pm Su-Th: 4:30-10:30pm, F-Sa: 4:30-11:30pm

Burton’s By the Beach $

BBQ, Southern, Seafood, Burgers, Sandwiches, etc.

American

N10 Breakfast Club $$

Selection includes sandwiches, burgers, and Relaxed atmosphere with award winning seafood. Po’ boys and low country boil. Live view. Large selection of seafood and standard music and televised sports. casual fare.

M-Th: 11-10pm, F-Sa: 11-12pm M-Su: 4pm-10pm, F-Su: 11am-10pm Su: 12-10pm

AJ’s Dockside Restaurant M8 Bernie’s Oyster House $$ A A $$

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Healthy and Vegetarian Choices Daily

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Large selection of Mexican dishes and appetizers. Award winning margaritas. Casual atmosphere.

M-Th: 11am-10:30pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm, Su: 11am-10pm

B3 C5

912.897.1938

4700 Hwy 80 E.

Dine in, carry out, delivery.Wings, pizzas and other Italian standards available.Tavern stays open well after kitchen closes.

Su-Th: 11am-10pm , F-Sa:11am-11pm

Siciliano’s Restaurant A $

C5

Traditional Cantonese, Szechuan, and Hunan style Chinese take out or dine in options.

Large menu selections and lunch specials.

M-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-10:30pm, Su: 12pm-9:30pm 912.898.2368 463 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

Panda $

Cozy casual atmosphere. Selection includes traditional Japanese fare such as teriyaki, hibachi, and sushi.

912.897.1900 111 Jazie Dr. Suite B

M-Su: 11am-10pm

Large selection of traditional Chinese food.

Deluxe dinners, health diet menu, and lunch buffet also offered.

C5

PRICE

912.897.8245

$$

4700 US Hwy 80 E.

Yummy House $

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912.898.3880 Kanpai

M-Sa: 5-9pm

Casual contemporary setting. Menu features a wide array of Asian selections including Filipino,Thai, and Vietnamese dishes.

Extensive selection of traditional Japanese entrees and sushi. Open kitchen, sushi bar and sake bar.

M-Th: 11am-8:30pm, F-Sa: 11am-9:30pm, M-Th: 11am-9:30pm, F-Sa: 12pm -10pm, M-F:11am-2pm, M-Sa: 5pm-9pm Su: 11:30am-8:30pm Su: 12pm-9pm 216 Johnny Mercer Blvd. 912.897.6400 140 Johnny Mercer Blvd 216 Johnny Mercer Blvd 912.898.3880 4700 US Hwy 80 E. 912.898.7778

Wide range of Italian selections, as well as sandwiches and wraps. Large beer and wine list. Kid friendly.

C5 Basil’s Pizza & Deli $$ A

912.898.2221 7815 US Hwy 80 E. Kakki Restaurant C5 B3 $$ A

Upscale, well appointed ambiance. Asian fusion menu and extensive wine and bar selections.

M-Th: 5pm-10pm, F-Sa: 5pm-10:30pm Su: 5pm-9:30pm

B3

Alcohol, beer, or wine available.

Several different types of Mexican selections including burritos, quesadillas, chimichangas and tacos.

M-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm

Cancun Cafe II A $

Traditional Dining Pasta, Pizzerias, etc.

Italian

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Cuban, Mexican, etc.

Hispanic

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Kainan

Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, etc.

Asian

119 A Charlotte Rd.

Children’s Menu

Jalapenos $ A

Award winning barbeque entrées or by the Extensive menu selections include seafood and southern favorites. Featured on the Paula pound. All the standard selections with southern sides and starters.

Deen tour M-Sa: 11am-3pm, W-Th: 5pm-8pm Su-W: 12pm-8pm,Th-Sa: 12pm-9pm F-Sa: 5pm-9pm

4700 Hwy. 80 East 912.897.6101 104 Bryan Woods Rd. 912.201.3259 4700 Hwy 80 East Ele Fine Fusion B5 A $$$

Savannah’s first certified green restaurant.

Organic and local ingredients. Fresh and seasonal selections.

M-F: 11am-8pm, Sa: 11am-6pm

912.897.0236

Slow cooked, wood-fire pit barbeque. Seafood, soups and sandwiches also available.

M-W: 11am-9pm, Th-Sa: 11am-10pm, Su: 12pm-9pm

Vegetarian Options

912.898.0505

216 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

B3 Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House Wiley’s Championship BBQ $$ $$ A B4 A B3

912.898.0852

Su-Th:11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm

Su: 11am-12am, M-F: 11am-2am, Sa: 11am-3am

912.898.9001 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

C5 Papa’s BBQ and Seafood B3 A $

7906 Hwy 80

Large selection of casual American fare.

Spacious with outdoor seating. Live music and special events.

C5 Molly Maguire’s $$ A

Casual local feel. Serving hot and cold sandwiches, as well as salads, apps, soups, and desserts.

M-Th: 8am-8pm, F-Sa: 9am-9pm Su: 9am-6pm 119 Charlotte Rd. 912.349.6066 326 Johnny Mercer Blvd

912.897.4026 Thrive A Carryout Cafe $$

Tu-Su: 11am-11pm

461 Johhny Mercer Blvd. 912.897.2009

C4

Casual set atmosphere in a spacious bar with a dining menu that includes foods such as mozarella sticks, quesadillas, sandwiches, burgers, and ribeyes.

Island Daiquiri Cafe A $ Some restrictions may apply.

Daily rotating menu selections include a wide range of items from various culinary influences. Offering desserts as well.

M-Sa: 11am-8pm, Su: 12pm-6pm

B5

Casual, intimate atmosphere. Popular with locals. Serving American fare and seafood selections.

Flying Fish Bar & Grill A $$

Delivery Available.

912.898.2131

C5

Family friendly sports bar atmosphere. Award winning wings. Large casual fare selections including steak burgers.

Su-Th: 11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am -11pm

Michael’s Cafe K’Bella Gourmet Carry Out $$ $ B3

BBQ, Southern, Seafood, Burgers, Sandwiches, etc.

American

Beef O’Brady’s $ A

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Bar Guide

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t was early September, which in Savannah means that summer is lingering relentlessly with heat so thick and moist that it’s nearly palpable. Walking just a block leaves even the freshest of bodies drenched in sweat, and what could a sweaty person like that

want more than a frosty beer?

Despite the heat, people flocked in the hundreds to the Esplande of the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center to graze through over 100 booths tasting Lowcountry craft brews. This gloriously hoppy event is the annual Savannah Craft Brew Fest. If you were lucky enough to make it out to this *three-day event, you may not have known that you were in the presence of untapped greatness. First-time brewing company, Coastal Empire Beer Company graced the crowds with the their premiere recipe of hops and malts running from local taps: the Savannah Brown Ale. This rookie brew won over the crowds earning them the People’s Choice Award.

Coastal Empire Beer Company wasn’t started by an acclaimed culinary mastermind or a prodigy from the loins of the Samuel Adams founder, but instead, a geologist. Kevin Haborak moved from Atlanta in 2001, to Charleston, then to Savannah 7 years later in 2008. But he was making beer long before he got here. He’d been brewing his own beer at home since 1995, and this year he was finally able to let the world (well, just Savannah, for now) taste his creation.

The flavor came from a recipe for American Brown Ale that Haborak liked a lot. With a careful combination of Vienna, Munich, and caramel malts, the Savannah Brown Ale has a chocolate, nutty flavor. It’s relatively hoppy, and Haborak says, “[it] finishes relatively smooth. It’s not like an IPA which can have the lingering bitterness,.”

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You might be noting that Savannah is a small town— too small for you not to notice the big addition of a brewhouse. Well, the Savannah Brown Ale is brewed 8 hours away in Fredricksburg, VA. Why the long jump north? Well, Georgia State Law is strict on the specifications of brewing locally. It restricts brewers to 500 barrels a year and that, but the Georgia Brewers Guild is working to change that.

So one of the first steps for Haborak to get his brew in the thirsty mouths of Savannahians was to find a place to contract brew.

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ontract brewing works like this: You give the brewhouse your recipe and ask if they would like to take you on as a client. Once they take you on, they brew your beer and package it, and you’ve started your life in the big time brewing world. Haborak chose to contract with Blue and Gray for his Coastal Empire Beer Co.

Once a month, Blue and Gray Brewing Co. works up a batch of Savannah Brown Ale. “Basically, I go up to brew it. They monitor the fermentation and then filter and package it, I go up for a QC tasting and then finalize the shipping,” Harborak says.

“I’ll go there each time they brew

and assist in the brewing process.”

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Outside The Distillery on the night of Savannah Brown Ale’s first tap.

From left to right: Nikki Haborak, Kevin Harborak, Amy Harborak, Chris Haborak, Mark Milboer and David Little with Savannah Distributing.

Even with the constrictions of Georgia Law, Haborak hopes to have a brewhouse for Coastal Beer Company in Savannah eventually. He says that as a beer city, “Savannah is a fantastic place to be.”

Since their launch at the Brew Fest and their first tap at The Distillery, the biggest problem for Haborak is a good one to have--”Finding enough capacity to meet demand here.”

Look for the beautiful ADDY-winning blue herring logo of the Coastal Beer Co. logo for a taste of the new brew in town. And if you get a chance, thank Kevin Haborak, the geologist for his brewific invention.

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hat to drink it with: Harbo suggests a st rak eak or a burg er. He tried it recently at Green Truck Pub with their Flathead burger and says it’s a particularly combination.

Where

to get it

Tubby’s Tank House • Uncle Bubba’s • Pour Larry’s Alligator Soul • CoCo’s Sunset Grille • Crystal Beer Parlor • Mellow Mushroom • Lighthouse Pizza • The Distillery (Savannah Brown Ale is on rotation) • Green Truck Pub (Savannah Brown Ale is on rotation)

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912.944.4343

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912.236.5464

912.233.9626

D3

M-F: 4pm-until, Sa: 11am-until

21 W. Bay St.

D4

G6 Mercury Lounge

D4

127 W. Congress St.

Local hotspot for weekly live shows and events. Full bar and laid back atmosphere.

Call for hours

Jinx

912.443.0855

409 W. Congress St. 912.898.9001

42 Drayton St.

M-Tu: 4pm-Cl, W-Sa: 3pm-3am

Traditional Irish pub that carries all Irish whiskey available in the state of GA, occassionally features live Irish music.

C3

125 W. Congress St.

O’Connells Irish Pub

912.447.6952

Classic casual Irish American pub. Serv- Relaxed lounge atmosphere. Regular live music with no cover. ing large breakfast, lunch and dinner selections. Famous for nightly karaoke.

M-Sa: 3pm-3am, Su: 3pm-2am M-Sa: 8am-3am, Su: 8am-2am

A3 McDonough’s

Spacious.Three bars and large stage.

Regular local, regional, and national shows.

20 E. Broughton St. 912.447.0943

117 W. River St.

M-Sa: 3pm-until

7 E. Congress St. 912.236.2281

C6

912.233.1192 307 W. River St. 912.233.6136 21 E. McDonough St. Mirage D2 D6 Moon River Brewing Co. B5 Murphy’s Law Irish Pub Casual contemporary atmosphere Contemporary Mediterranean menu.

Authentic Irish pub.Weekly Intimate casual setting. Expansive bar serving eclectic American fare. Large entertainment. Live rugby broadcasts. with late night hookah lounge. Outdoor beer selection with house brewery.

Limited food menu. seating also available.

M-Th: 11am-11pm, F-Sa: 11am-12am, M-Sa: 3pm-3am, Su: 3pm-2am Su-W: 5pm-12am, Th-Sa: 5-2:30am Su: 11am-11pm

Traditional Irish pub with Irish singing every night. Menu features classic American and Irish fare.

M-Sa: 11pm-3am,Su: 12:30pm-2:30am

M-Sa: 3pm-until

Cozy neighborhood bar. Over 100 beers and martinis. Happy hour.

Regular drink specials.

Jen’s & Friends

11 W. Bay St. 912.238.5367

Kevin Barry’s Irish Pub B4 Live Wire Music Hall

912.443.9956

M-Sa: 7pm-3am

B5

B3 Bayou Cafe

Large bar and American fare served in an upbeat atmosphere with servers in red cowgirl boots.

M-Sa: 11am-3am , Su: 11:30am-2am

D5 J.J. Bonerz

13 W. Bay St.

Casual local atmosphere. Regular live music and specials. Popular college hangout.

Hangfire

912.232.8501

M-Su: 5pm-1am

Intimate historic setting. Extensive beer selection with imports and domestics.

B6

219 W. Julian St.

Churchill’s Pub

912.231.1910

M-Th: 6pm –close, F-Sa: 5pm – close

Bacchus New location. Relaxed ambiance.

Extensive wine list with over 45 available by the glass.

912.235.4442 309 W. Congress St. B7 Bernie’s River Street B7 Casual atmosphere on the river.

Serving Part of the Club One establishment.

Serving Cajun, Italian, American and standard American fare. Famous for Large video bar and dance floor. seafood. Cozy with full bar. Open for Karaoke and shows. over 20 years. Live music every night. oysters.

M-Th: 11am-12am, F-Sa: 11am-3am, M-Sa: 11am-3am, Su: 11am -2am M-Su: 5pm-3am Su: 11am-2am 115 E. River St. 912.234.6953 301 W. Bay St. 912.233.6411 14 N. Abercorn Ramp 912.236.1827 Congress Street The Distillery Circa 1875 D2 G2 D5 Social Club 21 craft brews on tap. Classic Large outdoor bar and patio. Relaxed yet Over Classic Parisian bistro setting. Gastro tavern setting. Serving lunch upbeat atmosphere, with occasional live historic pub offering authentic French fare. music. There are 2 indoor bars, with big and late night fare.

Extensive wine selections. screen tvs, pool tables, dart boards, and a M-Th: 11am-1am, F-Sa: 11am-3am, M-Th: 6pm-10pm, F-Sa: 6pm-11pm foosball table.

Su: 12pm-9pm Open Everyday 11am-3am 912.443.1875 48 Whitaker St. 912.238.1985 416 W. Liberty St. 411 W. Congress St. 912.236.1772

D3 Bay Cafe

Unpretentious and inviting. All games free. Nightly specials.

Bar Bar

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Historic District

C9 AVIA Lounge C4 Located inside the AVIA Hotel. Chic Intimate and casual local pub. Outdoor lounge with resident mixologist. Offering seating available. Pet friendly. fromage and charcuterie menu as well.

M-Th: 4pm-11pm, F-Sa: 2pm-12am, M-Sa: 4pm-3am Su: 4pm-10pm 912.349.0525 17 Lincoln St. 912.233.2116 14 Barnard St.

Abe’s on Lincoln

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Retro on Congress

B2 Saya Lounge D4

314 Williamson St.

912.236.7642

Su: 12:30pm-12am

1801 Habersham St. 912.354.8288

M-F: 11am-7pm, Sa: 11am-6pm

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11215 Abercorn St.

Sports Bar atmosphere with varied selection of standard American fare. Large selection of beer and liquor.

M-Sa: 3pm-3am, Su: 12:30pm-2am 13051 Abercorn St. 912.921.2269

M-Th: 11am-1am, F-Sa: 11am-2am, Su: 1pm-1am

Leagues Monday-Thursday. Large spacious environment. Lots of tables.

Menu includes standard bar fare.

Southside Billiards Club L2 Tailgate Sports Bar

912.352.2933

L3 Cozy local bar. Long happy hour. Darts, Texas Hold’em, and Karaoke.

Dew Drop Inn

map on pg. 62

Midtown Southside

M-Th: 2pm-11pm, F-Sa: 2pm-2am, Su: 12pm-9pm 11432 Abercorn St. 10 East Broad St. 912.927.9757

D12 Large selection of standard American fare and bar food standards. Daily specials. Spacious sports bar M-Su: 11am-12am

8 East Broughton St.

Coach’s Corner

912.231.0888

Newly opened night club that features DJs on the weekends and live sporting events throughout the week, with different drink specials on a rotating basis. Happy hour is 5pm-7pm.

M-W: 10am-2am, Th-Sa:11am-3am 39 Montgomery St. 912.629.0880 15 W. Broughton St.

M-Tu: 5pm-2am, W-Sa: 5pm-3am, Su: 6pm-2am

7360 Skidaway Rd. 912.925.5398

B8 Sandfly Bar & Grill K10 Although not actually a bar, this carryout Casual local sports bar atmosphere.

Menu includes standard American bar wine and gourmet foods shop has fare. become well known for its affordable selections and monthly wine dinners.

M-F: 11:30am-2am, Sa: 3pm-2am,

Bar Food

M-Sa: 5pm-3am

Casual intimate atmosphere.

Eco-friendly bar serving contemporary specialties.

D2 Shipwreck Lounge

38 MLK Jr Blvd

Seed Eco Lounge

D7

912.994.2291 309 W. Saint Julian St.

912.349.1549

M-F: 11am-3pm, W-Th: 6pm-9pm F-Sa: 6pm-10pm

Modern bar with daily happy hour and drink specials.Weekend DJ for dancing and only designated smoking section in downtown.

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912.232.5778 206 W. Saint Julian St.

M-Su: 5pm-until

sphere that features intimate indoor and outdoor seating and a full bar.

D3 Tantra Bar & Lounge D7 Contemporary lounge club atmosphere.

Sushi and tapas. Regular shows and popular open mic.

Casual intimate atmosphere.Tapas, light fare and desserts. Extensive wine and drink list. Kitchen open till midnight.

M-Th: 5pm-2am, F-Sa: 5pm-3am Su: 10am-2pm 912.335.5852 109 Jefferson St.

Sugar Daddy’s

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In City Market. Nightly specials. Beer pong. Live entertainment.

Pour Larry’s

D1 Rooftop Tavern Two story historic loft with a relaxed atmo- in City Market

Rogue Water

109 Broughton St. 912.349.5100

H8 E8 Capones Billards French and Asian influences. Casual and Spacious billiards bar and grill. Large late night menu . Lunch specials. Drink intimate bar setting.Wifi available. specials.

M-Th: 3pm-1am, F: 11am-2:30am, M-Sa: 4pm-1am Sa: 3pm-2:30am, Su: 3pm-12am 912.335.5956 4523 Habersham St. 912.354.4848 1100 Eisenhower St.

G6 Casual English pub with classic historic setting. European influenced pub fare and specialties.

M-Th: 11:30am-12am, F-Sa: 11:30am2am, Su: 11:30am- 10pm 912.233.3156 245 Bull St.

Six Pence Pub

912.527.6453

912.236.7272

Casual yet intimate atmospere, with a full and a lounge area laid out with couches.

Festive casual saloon atmosphere. Duel- bar Dance floor with a varietal mix of music, ing Pianos. Popular for special occasions Tuesdays and Thursdays are Salsa dance nights.

W-F: 5pm-3am, Sa: 5:30pm-3am, M-Sa: 1pm-3am Su: 5:30pm-2am

Savannah Smiles Dueling Piano Bar

D4 Historic dive bar. Regular drink specials. Casual, easy going atmosphere that occasionally features live music. Equipped Limited menu. Free wings happy hour with a full bar, large flat screens, and a on Friday. dance floor.

M-W: 3pm-3am, T-Sa: 1pm-3am M-Sa: 5pm-3am 912.238.1311 405 W. Congress St. 912.544.0371 125 W. Congress St.

Rail Pub

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Historic District

A3 Pinkie Master’s H7 A classic dive bar thats been open for Recently re-opened under new more than 50 years, Pres. Jimmy Carter management this dive bar features occasional live music and karaoke nights gave a speech while standing atop the bar on the behalf of his friend and the as well as nightly drink specials. original proprietor “Pinkie” Masterpolis.

W-Sa: 5pm-Till Close M-Sa: 5pm-3am 912.856.8076 303 W River St. 912.238.0447 318 Drayton St.

Peg Leg Pete’s

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912.786.0121

Relaxed island atmosphere. Specialty pizzas, whole or by the slice. Low card menu, wraps, and more.

M-Su: 11-12am map on pg. 24 1213 Hwy. 80 10 Tybrisa St. 912.786.5900

Historic District

N9 Huc-A-Poos Bites/ Booze H6

Live entertainment of Friday and Saturdays.The only bumper pool table in Tybee. Limited bar menu.

Mo-Sa: 12pm-3am, Su: 12:30pm-3am

1517 Butler Ave. 912.786.5506

M-Sa: 10-3am, Su: 12:30-3am

Serving breakfast items alongside sandwiches and standard bar food.

“Coldest beer in America”

N9 Doc’s Bar and Grill

1603 Strand Ave.

Flying Fish Bar & Grill B5

912.786.7150

M-Sa: 12pm-3am, Su: 12:30pm-3am

Tybee Time N10 Sports Bar.Voted best daiquiri 20042009. 10 different daiquiri machines.

Thirteen TVs.

140 J Mercer Blvd.

M-W: 4pm-Late, F-Sa: 12pm-Late, Tu-Th: 2pm-Late

complete and current listings. However, we could always use YOUR

J Mercer Blvd. 912.898.5624 348 Johnny Mercer Blvd.

C5 To our Readers: Well FED continues to strive for the most

912.898.9001

M-F: 11am-2am, Sa: 11am-3am, Su: 11am-12am

Island Daiquiri Cafe

Large selection of casual American fare. help! If you find that your favorite establishment is not listed or Spacious with outdoor seating. Live needs correction, please contact us. All emails regarding additions music and special events.

Molly Maguire’s

912.898.4257

M-F: 2pm-2am, Sa: 4pm-3am

Please email all submissions to: guide@wellfedsavannah.com

Su-Th:11am-10pm, F-Sa: 11am-11pm and corrections will automatically be entered in a monthly drawing 221 J MercerBlvd. 912.898.0852 216 J Mercer Blvd to receive a Free Gift Certificate to a restaurant of our choice.

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C4 Island Sports Bar & Grill C4 Casual local bar that offers standard Sports bar in a relaxed, casual atmosphere American fare in a spacious setting has big screen tvs, full bar, and a food menu that offers traditional bar food. with pool tables and dart boards.

map on pg. 68

Wilmington Island

Britannia Pub

Large British theme pub. Outdoor seating. Large group accommodations.

Happy hour specials.

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912.897.6137

M-F: 11am-2am, Sa: 11am-3am, Su: 12pm-12am

Dance music, food, karaoke, and reasonably priced drinks.

Islander

Casual, intimate atmosphere. Popular with locals. Serving American fare and seafood selections.

Tu-W: 5pm-10pm, Th: 5pm-11pm, Tu-Su: 11am-11pm F-Sa: 5pm-12pm 7906 Hwy 80 912.349.0725 4 Wilmington Island Rd. 912.897.2009

This dessert bar offers items such as double cheesecake, keylime pie, sour cream lemon cake, chocolate ganache, in addition to martinis, beer and wine.

912.786.7707 725 1st St. Cocoa’s Dessert Bar D4

Full Bar with Karaoke on Friday and Saturday nights. Open Mic Night every other Thurs. Daily Lunch Specials.

M-Su:11:30am-3am

Seagrass Grill & Saloon H9

North Beach Bar & Grill H10 Quarter Sports Bar and Grill

M10 H9 Rock House Bar & Grill N9 Sand Bar Darts, Poker, foosball. Large selection Burgers, seafood, tacos, and big burSports bar serving standard casual fare. ritos served in a spacious sports bar Mix of American and Caribbean flair. of sandwiches and paninis. Sushi on Seafood selection includes oysters and atmosphere. Live entertainment and Daily specials and homemade desWednesdays. snow crab legs. serts. Live Entertainment.

Karaoke.

M-Th: 5pm-3am, F-Su: 3pm-3am M-Su: 11am-10pm M-Sa: 4pm-3am, Su: 12:30pm-3am M-Su: 11-3am 912.786.8304 1512 Butler Ave. 1516 Butler Ave. 912.786.4442 33 Van Horne Ave. 912.7868966 601 1st St. 912.786.7176

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