Restaurants in Saint Simons Island

“Great night, great food, Harrison our waiter, and all his coworkers were exceptional! We had a great seat by the beautiful fireplace, and the beer is fabulous! The Blueberry was my favorite! The potatoe ship skillet, Brussels sprouts, beet hummus and veggies, stuffed pretzel , and Caesar salad were awesome! Can’t wait to go back !”

“Our second trip to GSG was not as pleasant as the first. Our table was plagued with several flies that harassed us our entire meal, I actually dispatched an ant crawling on the table too. Our smoked fish dip appetizer was extremely “fishy” like it was made with mullet or something. It was not good. We each tried one taste and left it alone. The crab stew was great. My triple tail special was great. My daughter’s bacon poached salmon was supposed to be prepared medium, but it was rare…very. So, I wound up trading her a portion of my dinner so she would not have to eat almost raw fish. Overall, I expected much more consistent greatness given the difficulty we have had obtaining a reservation. Disappointed”

“What a great find on the island. So many vegan or easily-modified vegan choices. I had the Mexican bowl, swapping squash for cauliflower. The bowl also had quinoa, black beans, mixed greens, avocado, pico, and pepitas. I added blackened tofu. The tofu was 8 oz, not the puny serving some places give you. My husband had the Mediterranean bowl. We both loved our meals. We’ll be back! Updated from previous review on 2025-01-29”

“We just had an amazing meal and Jason the manager was amazing! They were so friendly, food was quality, and not only fresh but delicious! All around a great restaurant and I recommend as a must visit if you’re in the area.”

“Wonderful atmosphere and something different on SSI; Chicken satay was dry. Wine was delicious.

Vegetarian options: Vegan cheese is an option, though not on menu; Overall, there could be more vegetables.”

“I want to thank the staff for making our celebration dinner for our son so wonderful. The food was delicious, the service was so attentive and the setting was perfect for the special occasion.”

“Delicious food. The 3½-4" Crême Brulée is a MUST HAVE!!

Parking: Medium size lot shared between 2 popular restaurants with additional street parking on a heavy trafficked 2-lane road. Factor parking into your arrival/dining time.”

“Delicious creative tacos! Great frozen margaritas! Lots of menu choices! Fun atmosphere!”

“I just stayed for 2 nights and had such a great experience! The room was beautiful with great touches like a chandelier in the bathroom. The bed was super comfortable, there was a mini fridge and coffee maker in the room, and my balcony looked out at the beautiful trees. All of the staff were very friendly and I would definitely return.”

“We chose Iguanas for my Father-In-Laws birthday lunch. It was delicious as always. Everything this fresh. Jordan was our server and he was phenomenal. You don't usually get good service from a young server. I hear about the bacon wrapped shrimp on the radio every morning and it was delicious”

“Everything thing is so great the workers are so sweet

Dietary restrictions: You can customize your orders

Kid-friendliness: They are soo sweet with kids”

“Best restaurant in Georgia Everything on the menu is fresh, delicious, healthy and reasonably priced. I live on Saint Simons Island and eat there almost every day. Everyone from the management to the staff are hard-working, friendly and do a fantastic job. If you give it a try it will be your favorite restaurant. You will not be disappointed and Barbara Jean and Jim Barta Will see to it that you are super satisfied.”

“By far, this was the best dining experience I've had. Every aspect of the meal was flawless, from the baked goat cheese and escargot to the mixed grill, bone-in ribeye, and chocolate cake – each dish was incredible. This meal stands out as one of my favorites, a true fine dining experience.”

“Visiting from St. Augustine in February. Best seafood meal we’ve had during our trip!! Soft shell crab special and Scallop bowl amazing. Service and view top notch. Great value definitely eat here.”

“10/10 recommend having Porch cater your wedding! We loved the convenience of the food truck and Heather was beyond easy to work with.”

“We come to the island every summer from Pennsylvania and always look forward to indulging at Dulce Dough. The food here is absolutely delicious, especially the biscuit and gravy. 10/10.”

“I absolutely love this place it’s beautiful and the coffee is fantastic, however this past visit was less than impressive with the service . We had a young lady that was very rude and disinterested.. love the coffee and atmosphere but this young lady needs improvement…”

“Super cute coffee/matcha spot! We ordered several drinks from chai, to matcha, to coffee, and everyone loved their choices!
The cafe is joined to a bookstore! Genius! And the cafe is decorated with posters from classic readings.
Everything was very clean and the lady who helped us was extremely friendly! When we visited the island again we are definitely coming back!”

“Yummy flavors of Italian Ice! Really nice young man with great service who waited on us. His parents should be very proud ❤️.”

“We only had some ice cream but it was delicious. Walking in, you’ll notice the smell first: the grilled burgers, fries and onion rings produce a mesmerizing aroma that will make your mouth water. We will definitely be back for a burger in the future.”

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“Fabulous pizza and friendly service at Crafts in the Village this weekend! Great job y’all!”

“We had an awesome time! Food was fantastic, and had a great experience! The owner was so friendly, and kind! Hope to visit again soon! Live, life, well!”

“We love this place. Please make an oatmeal cream pie flavor with real oatmeal cream pie mixed in. We will be returning this summer in June. I will eat the whole container if you make it.

Our other family members requested
1) candy bacon Gorgonzola
2) New Orleans praline
3) Simon Limon (key lime flavor with St Simon’s flair)
4) Chocolate chess pie with pie piece crumbles”

“Cocktail special on the burger and oyster made it affordable, otherwise prices are a little steep: great atmosphere and excellent service.”

“Good atmosphere and service but the food was a bit mediocre for such a high rated place. I got a burger and it tasted quite bland probably should have gotten something else but the vibe is great and the rest of my party enjoyed their food.”

“Great food. I never even knew it was there. Will definitely be back.”

“I would like to say that I’m on a diet and is a lady named Kim that works over there and she was very helpful to me and choosing what to eat then that I’m on a diet and also what to drink because I don’t need to be eating fatty foods or drinking sugary drinks. She was so helpful as saying taste of drink and if you don’t like it, give it back to me and I’ll make you something else but I told her that I’ll taste it because it was too hot at the present time and moment and I’ll let her know next time I come if I don’t like it I told her I’ll let her choose and make me something that she think that I may or may not like”

“We have been going to the island for many years and have never stopped at HDA. What a mistake! My wife and I just wanted a simple meal at a good price. We did not even look at the hours but rolled up at 2:00 pm, their closing time. The ladies were so kind and did not say a word that they were closing. We both got jumbo dogs with the fixings and potato salad. I then noticed the hours and apologized but they were happy to serve us. Food was delicious and we sat on the deck with our lab and watched the world go by. Ladies offered our pup a treat as well. This is now a definite stop for us on the island.”

“We got there about 20 minutes before closing. Normally I don’t like going to any restaurant unless it is at least 30 minutes before closing but we were starving and there weren’t a lot of choices. The waitress was so friendly, and the service was fantastic. We ordered pizza, wings and some cheese bread. Everything was hot, fresh and delicious. The pizza was excellent. I highly recommend this place if you’re in the mood for pizza. I tipped the waitress 50% for being so great even though we got there so late. I will definitely be back.”

“Nice location, friendly waiters, good food!”

“B.B.Q. If you haven't taken your fanny to Saint Simon's Island to Beachcombers; how are you living life?! I have had 2 Brisket sandwiches in 4 days! Guys, the slaw was amazing, grease, the fries were cooked in was clean. The bread was crispy, yeah I said crispy! Three remaining food I had left over was also left behind by mistake! It almost started a war. Laid back vibe and great customer service!”

“On October 17, 2024 I got married and Smallcakes made my wedding cake and it was wonderful!! It was beautiful, delicious and made to order!! (gluten free and no nuts due to family allergies!) Thank you Ashley for the amazing job you did creating my cake!! Even now after the wedding my guests continue to ask me where I got it and I am delighted to recommend you and the Smallcakes team!! From placing the order, to working with me on the design and style, to delivering it that day, I couldn't have been more pleased! Thank you again for everything!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mary Miller”

“Always a good option. Staff is amazing food is perfect.

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly for sure.

Wheelchair accessibility: Has ramp and door stops.”

“The Buford Highway Burger is my favorite burger EVER!!!!! So good! + avocado! Had it 3 days ago & counting days till I’m back in town to get another one. Ordering online was an ease & staff friendly.”

“The go to place for fresh seafood. Helpful staff to advise the perfect selection. I had the cooked shelled read to eat shrimp, cocktail sauce, they were delicious. They do not take credit/debit cards.”

“We love SHINE my little boy begs to go here to see the staff and get his favorite strawberry sunrise drink! 10/10”

“While walking downtown waterfront shops, we wanted to get a beer and watch football. Nice dive bar that allows smoking (we don't) you can smell it as soon as you walk in. Bartender was nice and spot on with our beers.
Have pool tables and darts to play, left after one beer. We couldn't handle the smoke smell.”

“Exceptional food and service plus our fury friends can sit outside.”

“Great date night. We ate on the patio, which is dog friendly .”

“The service was 100% better (at the bar) than Crabdaddys. There is no comparison!! The food is different at both restaurants, but I would go back to Crabtrap if sitting at the bar. The Crab Soup was also100% better at Crabtrap. At least you will be waited on and even acknowledge when sitting at the bar.”

“Absolutely, hands down, best patty melt burger I’ve ever had. Server Keri was attentive and our food was hot and delicious. The fried brussel sprouts are a must try. Of course, we also enjoyed our milkshakes! Bobby Hunter and I will be returning to this cute little diner.”

“great shakes...banana pudding is excellent”

“Food, Family, and Fun! They have the best Carne Asada tacos around!!”

“What a wonderful treat dining in The Lodge at Sea Island Oak Room was for my wife and I. We stopped in on a slow post-Thanksgiving weekday evening and were treated to a wonderful delicious dinner. Our server Cericka was excellent. We were seated quickly by the hostess and ordered two Prosecco's. We enjoyed a delicious mini biscuits with bacon butter appetizer. My wife ordered a wonderful 6oz filet with Boursin whipped potatoes, roasted autumn veggies, and scallion steak sauce. I ordered the blackened Redfish with crab fried rice, green gumbo, and pickled Okra. Both entrees were served hot and were delicious. Bon Appetit”

“Always a great experience at fredrica House”

“Jordan did a great job of directing a new employee on how to make my smoothies as they tasted perfect! Both employees also did a great job of welcoming me into the store while also getting everyones orders in a timely fashion despite it being very busy!”

“Thank you SO much for the wonderful food, delicious wedding cake, cupcakes and service you provided for our wedding at Villas by the Sea, Jekyll Island on Saturday 25th June. Because we came over from England, we didn’t have the opportunity for a tasting session and decided to trust the reviews - we’re so glad we did as everything was perfect and exceeded our expectations. We are especially grateful to the chef and serving staff for their outstanding service. - Sophie & Kerry”

“I can't believe it's taking me this long to write a review. Been a fan of sweet mamas for over 10 years. Locally owned business with deep roots in the community. A gathering place of youth groups in the mornings, friend groups at lunch. Pork pops are must. Try the Wainwright. Sweet mamas is known for breakfast treats, but the lunch is excellent. Simple deli sandwiches and soups. I am partial to the BLT with chips.”

“Very polite, very busy, very friendly. Got a Taco salad very good. Thank you staff. We'll done.”

“Had fabulous hamburger and the best onion rings ever. Don't be mislead, they have a menu filled with great choices. The ambiance is very nice, we like sitting at the bar when it's just my wife and me. Decor is lots of dark oak, very country club feel, and even though this is part of the Sea Island Resort, this particular venue is open to the public, as is the adjoining golf shop. Golf is available only ti members and hotel guests. For golf fans, what could be more fun than dining in Davis Love's very own grill?”

“Went in during the daytime hours when it was not busy. Had some drinks and good conversations with the bartender and staff.
Nice atmosphere, spacey and clean.”

“We are grateful that this restaurant is here on St Simons Island. Their food is authentic Thai, without adulterations. They assured us no MSG, sugar... just fresh stuff and coconut milk to sweeten. Curries are Fabulous. Pad Thai just as it should be. Great soups. Small, friendly, hard-working staff. Reasonable prices.”

“Small but yummy…we ate there two days in a row!”

“Fresh, good food and good service.”

“Over the years, I've frequently enjoyed dining at Colt & Alison and have consistently been impressed. However, my most recent visit left me feeling somewhat let down. The quality of the food lived up to expectations, and so did the prices, with the chateaubriand for two priced at $190, and the wine selection notably superior, particularly for the southeast US. Yet, two aspects of the experience were less than satisfactory for me. Firstly, the atmosphere was excessively formal to the point of discomfort; a call from my wife in Europe requiring a brief, whispered conversation led to an immediate request by the manager for me to end the call. Nobody in the restaurant could hear me. Secondly, a diner next to me was subtly prompted to adhere to a dress code by being provided a jacket, adding to the overly rigid ambiance. The service, while attentive, and deemed by most that review as outstanding, to me, it bordered on intrusive, with frequent check-ins disrupting the flow of conversation. Despite these drawbacks, I'm inclined to return, having a slight hope for a future decrease in the restaurant's rigid formalities, though I suspect this may not change.”

“Thankful for gluten free options! The employee was so patient as we confirmed our child’s order was GF. He got sliced pork with vinegar bbq sauce, baked beans & a cup of brisket chili. 5 stars!”

“Arguably , the best sub, I've had in years. The staff was very polite and my food was made very promptly and with a smile.I will tell everybody about this place.”

“My Favorite Waffle House never disappoints!!”

“I really like the food here ,the lunch buffet has so much fresh food!, and under $11 is very good price. Also the staff are always friendly and helpful! Highly recommend!”

“Good good, great service with Chelsea.”

“We love Frosty’s! Everytime we come to The island my husband and boys have to eat at frostys. The outdoor dining is our favorite, and the staff are always so friendly. Plus, the food is amazing!”

“I'm from out of town and staying on the island. My neighbor suggested that I pick up Mexican food for us. I got the steak tacos. The staff was really friendly on the phone taking my order. They were very specific in asking me if I wanted onion on the tacos. That's very thoughtful. I wanted the food exactly the way they prepare it so I got the onions and the tacos were very much like Baja tacos, The way you would get them if you lived in Southern California / San Diego. It was wonderful. Plenty of meat. A side of crema and salsa, rice and beans and a big bag of chips. As I was waiting for my food, I sat at the bar and I really liked the restaurant. It's like a typical cafe, not decorated inside with a Hispanic theme, but it's okay Because it was highly air conditioned which is needed in this heat and humidity in August. The guest looked very happy and their plates were filled with food. You get really good value here. I talked to the two bartenders in my broken Spanish. They were so friendly. They really knew how to ask open-ended questions and we talked about food and where I have lived around the world, in Spanish when possible. Very very nice young men. I will frequent this Mexican restaurant multiple times while I stay here for 2 months just because they're friendly, The restaurant is clean, and the food was delicious and good value. My friend got the crazy chicken plate. It look like chicken that was grilled with onions and mushrooms. I really didn't pay much attention to it because I was consuming my tacos, and get them with corn tortillas. That's really the way to eat any taco. The corn tortillas were very good, not dry. I think this would be a perfect place for happy hour and just to get a good plate of Mexican food and enjoy the community.”

“This place has GOOD Mexican food, not the Tex-Mex stuff a lot of so called Mexican restaurants serve. Sure, they need to improve something because servers come and go. You might wait. Or not wait at all. However, being originally from California, this place is more like the food I’m used to than most and the food is why I eat out.”

“Was excited to try after reading reviews. Seated quickly and server took drink orders. Then the world stopped. After waiting 55 minutes we inquired about our order and learned from the hostess there was no “cook” in the kitchen. This became apparent when we noticed only one table in the entire restaurant, both inside and outside, had food on the table. Sadly, the food we did see didn’t look particularly good either. Plenty of other dining establishments nearby…do yourself a favor take a pass on this place! 1/17/23”

“We had the best chili here The manager Hyde and the bartender lance and Michelle took great care of us. If you’re looking for a good time, a nice atmosphere, and some great food head here ! Thank yall so much !”

“Pizza, salads and sandwiches are spot on from this local shroom. What is lacking is the wait staff is overwhelmed and could be better. The atmosphere is LOUD, but funky like all Mellow Mushrooms. Food is good, drinks are decent from the bar.

Parking: Parking can be difficult due to people not at the restaurant parking in the lot and going elsewhere to the pier.

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes”

“Excellent as usual❤️Great food and service.”

“Wonderful food! Beautiful outdoor dining!”