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The best places to eat and find a treat

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Savannah, GA is known for its delectable food and southern style treats. Some of the best food and treats that we have ever eaten were found in this city. Savannah has evolved into a culinary utopia making them one of the best cities to enjoy a meal. The food scene in Savannah has taken some of the well-known agricultural staples such as peaches and pecans, and infused them into their recipes giving them that exceptional Georgia flavor. In this article we are going to go on a culinary adventure to find the best restaurants in Savannah , GA.

Savannah is the taste and flavor of Georgia and the South. This enchanting city has encompassed all the flavors and history of the south into its food and culture, and it is all right here in this beautiful city that sits on top of the Savannah River. The following article will explore the best restaurants in Savannah, GA.

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Fiddler Crab House on River Street

Where to Eat when visiting Savannah

When visiting Savannah their are an abundant of places to visit, shop and especially eat at. This town is truly a food lovers paradise as they have many flavors ranging from coastal, Cajun, to southern comfort. Considered the sister City to New Orleans, you will be in for a treat when you explore all the amazing food cuisines that have been influenced by the southern culture in Savannah. When it comes to places to find a variety of great food we would recommend starting at River Street as they seem to have the largest collection of great restaurants. Here are the Best Restaurants in Savannah, GA.

Best Restaurants

Treylor Park

115 E. Bay St. Savannah, GA

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Treylor Park was the best restaurant on the whole trip and that is saying something as all the places we visited were excellent. This small casual restaurant located on E. Bay Street is one that will impress any palate. The restaurant is a true chef’s workshop as the food is unique, creative and has an abundance of flavor. The food is exceptional and should not to be missed. Every trip to Savannah, GA should find time to enjoy this extraordinary cuisine.

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PB&J Wings

PB& J Wings is a delicious all white meat chicken wings dish that is tossed in a pecan butter sauce and served with a peach sauce for dipping. I was intrigued by the name and delighted by the taste. If you like chicken wings and do not mind a little sweetness in your sauce, this basket of PB&J wings is for you.

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Grilled Apple Pie Sandwich wit Chicken

Grilled Apple Pie Sandwich with Chicken is a unique sandwich that is topped with cinnamon roasted apples, cheddar cheese, and bacon. A remarkable combination that is packed with flavor. This is just one sandwich that makes this place remarkable. The unique and creative approach on food with a defining quality makes this restaurant the best.

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Miyagi Chicken sandwich

Miyagi Chicken sandwich is lightly glazed with a soy ginger sauce that is fried and topped with a wasabi crème sauce. The sandwich was amazing and had an exceptional flavor profile that is truly incomparable. I would also like to comment on the presentation of the sandwich. This speaks to the quality of their food and attention to detail.

Dockside Seafood

201 W. River St. Savannah, GA

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Dockside Seafood entrance from River Street

Dockside Seafood is another great restaurant, located on River Street in Savannah, GA. This restaurant like Treylor Park puts a unique twist on their menu, offering distinctive items with locally added flavor. The restaurant is moderately priced with a concentration on seafood items that are caught off the Georgia coast. This restaurant offers a casual drinking atmosphere for the laid-back traveler.

We went during lunch and enjoyed an appetizer of Dockside puppies served with honey butter. These were probably the best hush puppies I have ever tried with just the right amount of breading. My wife and myself both ordered the Southern Style Pecan Pineapple Sandwich. This was an incredible sandwich as it was incomparable in that they created a chicken salad with pecans and pineapple. A truly remarkable sandwich with a sweet but refreshing flavor profile.

Rocks on the River

102 W. Bay St. Savannah, GA

This modern design southern inspired restaurant truly projects the local cuisine in its menu. The Rocks on the River restaurant is located right on River Street, inside the first floor of the Bohemian Hotel. A great restaurant with a sophisticated theme and a relaxing atmosphere. This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

My wife and I enjoyed their Neapolitan Style Low Country Boil Pizza, which captures the unique coastal flavor that Savannah, GA has to offer. This delicious pizza is topped with locally caught shrimp, andouille sausage, caramelized onions, roasted corn, and topped with an Old Bay ranch sauce. A truly delectable experience in every bite.

When visiting Savannah, there will be a lot of temptations around food and treats. We found out that they have some of the best treats and unique food delicacies that we have ever experienced. Of course, a lot of those delicacies are high in calories. However, you cannot travel to such a great place and not indulge in the great food. To ensure we did not miss out, my wife and I shared a lot of our meals and practiced moderation. This was a great money saver, as well as a calorie saver.

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The Iconic Forsyth water fountain

There you have it the best restaurants to check out when you are visiting Savannah, GA. In addition to great food, treats, shops and Christmas decorations there are a lot of wonderful parks and water fountains in Savannah to visit while you are enjoying your stay in this beautiful enchanting city on the river.

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Savannah, GA. (2021). Savannah River Street. Retrieved from https://www.savannah.com/savannah-river-street/.

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The Best Restaurants in Venice, FL

By travelingmindfully@gmail.com

On January 17, 2025

In Florida

Where to Find The Best Restaurants in Venice, FL

Any trip we take will always provide us with an opportunity to taste the local cuisine in the area we are visiting. This is a great opportunity to really get an idea of the culture and to make memories. A trip to a restaurant, deli, or even ice cream parlor is an opportunity to gather as a family, group, or couple and to have moments while enjoying a delicious meal or treat. This article will discuss where to find the best restaurants in Venice, Florida and where you can create those enjoyable memories.

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Many times, the restaurants we visit become much more than just a place to eat, but a destination point that can last years and bring back some of the fondest of memories for you and the people you were with.

Venice, Florida has several great places to dine at or enjoy a treat and make those lasting memories that we can cherish for a lifetime. Furthermore, Venice offers a sophisticated but enjoyable option for all travelers alike. So, with that being said, let us take a look at some of what Venice has to offer for the foodie in all of us.

Best Breakfast Restaurant

Croissant & Co.

323 W Venice Avenue

This amazing French bakery is located on Venice Avenue in the historic Venice downtown area. The bakery is open Monday through Sunday and offers products that are made in-house daily (1). Furthermore, this bakery works with the freshest ingredient and keeps with the authentic French techniques (1). Moreover, their products do not contain preservatives or artificial ingredients (1).

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My wife and I were on a mission for a croissant, and did we hit the mother-load. Not only did they have croissants, but many other tasty treats such as Baguettes, Fruit Tarts, and Macarons. We tried the croissants, and they were delicious with a resemblance of a true French croissant. In addition to the croissant, we enjoyed their homemade quiche and a fresh fruit cup. But wait, we did not stop there. We also had to try those succulent delicious looking mini yule logs.

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The bakery had a nice variety of treats that looked delicious. Their glass cases ranged from chocolate flavored cake slices to fruit flavored pastries and treats. So, if you suffer from sweet tooth, this place is worth visiting.

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The croissant had a flakey outer shell with a warm soft center that did not need to be accompanied with any jams or butter, as it was delicious all by itself. Of course, if you prefer some jam or butter on your croissant, you go right ahead.

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The Quiche was exceptional and had a nice crust. It had the right amount of crunch and the perfect amount of soft texture. The quiche contained onions, and prosciutto. This was one of the best quiches I have ever had, and I am a man who likes his quiche. Moreover, the fruit cup was a very nice complement that added a fresh and revitalizing flavor to an exceptional dish.

In addition, to an amazing breakfast option. The overall ambience was calm, with gentle lights and smells of coffee and fresh bread that permeated throughout the establishment. Although the bakery was small and filled up fast with loyal patrons, the place had a very cozy feel to it. You can see pride in ownership by how clean, and well-appointed the decorations were throughout the bakery. Overall, the bakery was a great experience with a happy upbeat staff.

Best Lunch Restaurant

ABBY’s on Miami

220 Miami Avenue West

Abby’s on Miami is a great spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is located right in the middle of the historic downtown. This is an upscale casual dining restaurant that provides indoor and outdoor seating. Abby’s has been in the community for over 25 years and has become a staple in the downtown district. This little spot provides an enjoyable and relaxing environment that has a great selection of food that will appeal to most travelers and vacationers.

Abby’s on Miami is known for its seafood selection and features locally caught fish that is fresh off the boat when available. Abby’s outdoor seating is the best in the city as it allows for some shade from the sun, but yet you still feel connected to the vibrancy of the city. The outdoor seating also provides some privacy from the street traffic.

Abby’s Fish Sandwich

This sandwich is served with a large portion of flounder that is breaded and fried. It is served on a toasted brioche roll with lettuce, tomato, and a side of homemade tartar sauce. Also, each sandwich is served with a choice of fries, coleslaw, or potato salad. As you can see from the picture, we chose fries. They were thick, crunchy, and lightly salted.

Abby’s Burger

This delicious burger starts off with a ½ pound of ground chuck cooked to your liking. The burger is served with lettuce, tomato, and onion. Each sandwich is also served with a choice of fries, coleslaw, or potato salad.

Best Ice Cream Shop

Venice Avenue Creamery

249 West Venice Avenue

If you are in the mood for a cold treat, then Venice Avenue Creamery has got you covered. All their ice cream and yogurt are homemade using locally sourced dairy (2). The Creamery is family owned and has been in the Venice community for over three decades. Furthermore, the creamery is actively involved in the community and is featured at many of the locally hosted events with their flavorful ice cream. Below are the cups of ice-cream that we tried during our trip to Venice Avenue Creamery.

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Butter Pecan – 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream mixed with pecans and infused with a butter flavor giving it a rich and smooth taste.

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1 scoop of Salted Caramel and 1 scoop of Key lime Pie Ice cream. Both were delicious and complimented each other nicely.

Conclusion

This list is not a conclusive list and only highlights a small portion of the many great restaurants that dot the Venice, Florida landscape. The restaurants that we visited were confined to Venice Island and the historic downtown district. We rated restaurants on a wide variety of characteristics such as convenience to other places of interests, location, ambience, food, quality of service and presentation, as well as other important aspects that we believe would enhance your dining experience.

So, there you have it The Best Restaurants in Venice. Venice, Florida is a beautiful town with much to enjoy at a relatively calm and relaxed pace. From the great dining options to the beautifully landscaped parks, Venice makes for a great experience. It is a city that will remain in your memories, a city you will want to visit again.

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Sources

Croissant & Co (2023) Visit Main Street, https://www.visitvenicefl.org/places/croissant-company/
Venice Avenue Creamery (2023) Visit Main Street, https://www.visitvenicefl.org/places/venice-avenue-creamery/

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