20 Best Southern Restaurants near Saint Simons Island

“So good! Everything we had was delicious, service was extremely fast and the Frose (frozen Rosé was delicious!“

“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.“

“Just go y’all! The owners care about their business, they are actually at the restaurant. This in itself is a rarity today. All the folks who visit Saint Simon’s during the spring and summer months, come early and enjoy, because the cocktails mare fantastic after a long day with the kids on the beach, and the food will knock your socks off!“

“Best breakfast/Brunch on the island, the food is always on point.. Service is always great… Maybe a wait because of the demand and limited seating“

“Finally went to The Ocean Lodge last night with my great friend, and we were both so pleasantly surprised. The views are simply spectacular, and to be honest the food,music, and drinks were totally amazing! I was expecting very little with the food and the service, but it was phenomenal. I was very impressed and can’t wait to go back.“

“The food is exquisite! I always stock up on sauce and ribs when I’m in SSI. My go to BBQ spot for many, many years!“

“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“

“We had a cocktail, French fries that we a cross between potato chips and French fries, salad, patty melt. All very good with great attention from staff.“

“Come to Bennies red barn best steak in all of Brunswick ga !!! Come get you a raccoon it’s a delicious dessert with some nice brandy in it !!!!“

“Loved the atmosphere as soon as I walked in 2/13/2026 Even though they were about to close and I was the last customer the service is something I will not forget. When I got home with my chicken, shrimp and fries I took it down through there with a smile on my face. The food was excellent!!! The prices are very good too!!! I briefly shared that i was a first time customer that live two streets over with the woman that took my order. I'll be back!!!!!!!“

“I’m a very opinionated person and I’m tough to be completely impressed with a restaurant, but this place was awesome. I was at first concerned as my family was would we like the food. Well just to let everyone know if you like trying new stuff or like to experience different food this is the place to go. I’ve never gave a restaurant a 5 thumbs up 👍🏼, but I was so impressed and my 12 year old granddaughter was also as much as my cousin and her 17 year old daughter. The vibe was awesome the waitress and manager made us feel so welcome even the hostess was really friendly. We sat outside and it was so relaxing and cozy. I can’t even brag enough on the food, workers, and the atmosphere there. We are already planning birthday trips and having family join us for the experience. Go try for yourself and have an open mind about the food. We were like ummm not so sure, but the blends were out of this world. ❤️🙌🙌“

“Stopped in on the way home from Mountain Pleasant, SC to Mississippi. We cannot say enough of good things about this place!!! Amazing home cooked food and the service was excellent as well ❤️“

“The Glynn Academy Girl's Golf Team won the 6A State Championship on Tuesday, May 17, at the Jekyll Island Golf Club. They chose to celebrate together at Marshside afterwards. Once the waitress/owner found out they were State Champs, they put all of their meals on the house. What a super generous thing for them to do to show their support for their local High School! Thank you Marshside & Go Terrors!“

“I was in Brunswick for a funeral, the repass was held at this restaurant. My wife and I truly enjoyed the meal. The place is very clean and the waitress was very friendly and attentive to our needs. There is a large variety of food choices: meats, vegetables, starches and desserts. The next time we our traveling from Florida going north we plan to definitely stop by Ole Time Country Buffet.“

“This restaurant is amazing. If you get lunch ask for Sarah! And if you are going for dinner ask for Salina. Impeccable service, and environment, and the food was delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant while visiting visiting ST Simon“

“Beautiful view within walking distance from Jeckyl Island Resort - good food, great service! (especially Kat!!) Great choice for lunch for the family - they are great with kids!!“

“They have a nice variety of chicken salad to choose from. I got the Jalapeno Holly because I like spicy foods. As usual, it was delicious. I got one scoop and it comes with some crackers, a dill pickle spear and a little yummy shortbread cookie. If you want something outside of the usual fast food choices, check them out!“

“We travel and stop frequently at cracker barrel This mornings breakfast bacon was u dercooked which is usually not the case. On the other hand the cinnamon roll pie was delicious.“

“I have been coming here for a few months
the food is great and the service is always great!
they always have a pleasant inviting nature as soon as you walk in. you can tell it’s a family owned restaurant. i would definitely recommend this establishment! they definitely deserve more stars!“

“stopped in for some dinner with my wife. our server was deanna and i just have to say, our experience was top tier with her great customer service and she just had the best personality! the food was good, our service was better! all in all, my wife and i had a great experience. if you stop by, i highly recommend asking if deanna can be your server, i promise you won’t be disappointed!“