20 Best Restaurants in Savannah, Georgia

From the folksy artwork to the sweet splashes of pastels to the banners hanging from the ceiling, this corner bakery evokes a spirit of days gone by. A great place to start your day with a cup of coffee and a pastry, Back in the Day also serves fresh and yummy lunch selections that includes a good variety of both meaty and vegetarian sandwiches. A trip to this cheerful café will undoubtedly remind you, as the slogan goes, to "Slow down and taste the sweet life."

Specializing in locally roasted PERC coffee, house-made baked goods, and craft beers, the Coffee Fox is a great stop whether you're on the run or looking to perch. The cold brew will win the hearts of coffee aficionados in the hot summer months. The popular Mexican Mocha is a sweet and spicy twist on the traditional mocha and features local chocolatier Adam Turoni's dark chocolate with a kick.

If your taste buds seek something other than standard Southern fare, head to one of Savannah's few Middle Eastern restaurants. Owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team Meqbel and Rose Salameh Al Salaam, the restaurant is celebrated for its perfectly fried falafel, spit-roasted lamb, and hummus and baba ganoush platters. Take time to look around the small space, enticingly papered over with vintage covers of National Geographic, which depict cultures from the world over.

This natural foods haven has been serving Savannah's organically minded since the 1970s. In the back of this full-fledged grocery and supplement store is a busy deli counter busting out custom sandwiches with meat, vegetarian, and vegan options as well as house-made side dishes, salads, and cakes . Eat at the small counter indoors, at one of the tables out front or—since it's located at the southern end of Forsyth Park—put together a picnic to enjoy on a bench.

Restauranteurs Ele and Sean Tran brought Asian-style street food to Savannah with their menu that boasts everything from sushi rolls to noodle soups, and some of the best sweet-and-spicy chicken wings in town. Occupying a bright, hypermodern space, this eatery offers an offbeat alternative to the slow-paced Southern Savannah feel. Enjoy a quick meal in the dining room, stop by when you have a late-night craving, or order a few of the small plates to go.

This long-established coffee haunt and art enclave features a steady rotation of local artists. Gallery Espresso is a real neighborhood joint and a popular destination for art students, and the comfortable vintage couches and chairs are a great place to curl up with a book.

This is the city's first cold-pressed juice bar, with special equipment that extracts all the nutrients from fruits and vegetables. Each bottle contains two to three pounds of produce, most of it organic. A little outside town, Savannah Squeeze is well worth the trip for anyone interested in the healthiest juices. Try the carrot cake smoothie—it's as good as it sounds. Vegan snacks are also on offer.

Modeled after the cozy coffee cafés of Melbourne, Australia, this bustling locale serves espresso, cold brew, and its famous spiced lavender mochas, as well as a curated menu that features favorites like smashed avocado toast at brunch and duck confit, served alongside fingerling potatoes and oyster mushrooms, at dinner. The beer selection includes favorites from craft breweries around the country, and the wines are carefully selected from some of the world's most unique regions to complement the food. With high ceilings and beautiful natural light, this airy spot is very photogenic.

This is the real deal, an authentic Greek eatery and bakery where grandmother's recipes inspired the menu. Most everything is made on the premises and perfectly blends the flavors of the Mediterranean; house favorites include Greek salads, savory spanakopita (spinach pie), and meat or vegetarian dolmades (stuffed grape leaves).

The line out the door is testament to the yummy flavors found on a menu filled with South African, Dutch, Italian, and Swiss influences. Sandwiches are king—there are build-your-own options as well as a set menu—and there's a respectable selection of vegetarian options, including the vegetarian curry, which is especially delightful when washed down with Zunzi's unique sweet tea. Don't skip the sauces! Try an array of the house-made sauces and dressings with whatever you order and you won't be sorry.