This was one of the most unique restaurants I've ever been to!! Hands down! Our server Hannah (and trainee Sydney) did excellent job explaining the menu and making us comfortable ordering unusual meals. I must say that Hannah was superb at her job!!! Service like hers is a rare gem these days. I never thought I'd say that I like alligator. But it was part of the charcuterie board as an app, and it was delicious (along with other items such as homemade hummus, jalapeño/cheddar sausage etc) For mains, we opted for Elk special, fish special (unfortunately don't remember which one it was exactly. Maybe flounder), and Wild Bore (my personal favorite by far!!). We thoroughly enjoyed our salads, apps, and meals. And how can you say no to fresh beignets?! We had their summer special - warm peach one, and traditional. Aaaaamazing!! Atmosphere and decor were magnificent too. It's located in the basement, so it made our experience even more unique and fun. read more

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Beautiful restaurant and ambiance. Had great reviews so we made a reservation then started reading the menu beforehand and were a little unsure. Their menu is very eccelectic, lots of game (elk, bison, python etc).We decided to be brave and take a chance. Good thing we did! Service was impeccable tables were far enough away from each other so it was easy to have a normal conversation. We ordered gator bites; fried, they were ok. Wouldn't order them again. Python/hate sausage: just tasted it. Not my favorite but it's a personal preference. Vegetarian jambalaya: absolutely amazing! Lots of fresher veggies stews together with so much flavor! I would definitely go back for this. My husband and daughter had the bison short ribs which they loved. Drinks- creative and very good. read more

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Alligator Soul takes you on an adventure of flavor and dimension that's hard to beat. They use wild ingredients to make southern dishes with depth and class that make the experience hard to forget. The atmosphere is cozy and sets the mood for an intimate meal with loved ones or friends. The crispy alligator appetizer was delicious and the Bison topped Mac and cheese was the best I've ever had. Our waiter Charlie made our evening very memorable and did a fabulous job. He clearly has a passion for what he does and it is well worth it to request him. By far the best dinner I had while in Savannah and I would definitely go again. If you're visiting or a local looking for something unique and special, visit Alligator Soul. read more

Food quantity: 9/10 Food quality: 9/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 9/10 Overall rating: 9.5/10 Very pleasant southern fine dining experience, would highly recommend! read more

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What a class act all the way around. The service, vibe, offerings exceeded our expectations. Our server was top notch. How did she remember all those ingredients??!! We tried the alligator mac and cheese. It was rich and heavy with tender chunks of alligator. A couple of folks in our group had the fresh catch. I had the fall off the bone short rib and my husband had the deviled crab. All were wonderful. We were celebrating a birthday and 2 wedding anniversaries. We were greeted with celebratory cards and pralines to take. Wonderful personalized touches. Things that stay with you and remember. read more

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Very interesting menu for an experience but also very expensive. You have to go down a flight of stairs to reach the restaurant. The inside was dimly lit with some jazz music playing overhead. I was seated at the bar because I didn't have a reservation. They offer complementary bread and butter which tasted amazing. The bread was warm and soft on the inside. The crispy outside was lined with a spicy Hillsborough seasoning. The butter was also seasoned with herbs that paired perfectly with the bread. The game of the day was elk and fish of the day was mahi. I chose the wild boar volcano shank as I was informed it would be a larger portion size than the elk. I also ordered a cup of the Brunswick Gumbo and the candied alligator. The alligator tasted good at first, but after a while it gave the mouth a rubbery feeling. The Brunswick gumbo tasted better as it had more flavor than the shrimp and grits. The bartender also served as a waiter and answered any questions you had on the menu. He also started off asking if I had any allergies they should be aware of. I arrived around 5pm at opening but waited until 6:45pm to receive my entree since they prioritized a larger group of people. read more

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This restaurant is dim, moody and very sultry. The brick walls in a basement setting reminds me of some 1940's film noir scene. Service was attentive but not obnoxiously so. Started off with the Smoked Bone Marrow (Pecan Smoked Bone Marrow, Mushroom Medley with Chardonnay Mustard, House Grilled Bread, Baby Greens). This was probably #3 of the dishes I tasted that night. The marrow was a little skimpy and was not buttery like I have had it in the past. Still good though. My entree was a Redfish special. The fish was incredible, flaky, perfectly seasoned and just overall fantastic. I also had a few bites of the Wild boar mac and cheese, and that was probably my favorite item. Cheesy, gooey and with just the right amount of meat mixed in. I would order this for myself next time it was that great. Overall, an amazing place, I definitely recommend coming here! read more

Alligator Soul - Redfish special - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Great little hidden gem. It's on the bottom floor of a building. You can take the stairs or the elevator. When you get to the lobby of the restaurant, it had alligator heads of various sizes as a decor. The menu is for the adventurous eater. The server knew the dishes very well and described them accordingly. Presentation was perfect for each dish, It was adorable that the had a children's menu for the little one to c Great little hidden gem. It's on the bottom floor of a building. You can take the stairs or the elevator. When you get to the lobby of the restaurant, it had alligator heads of various sizes as a decor. The menu is for the adventurous eater. The server knew the dishes very well and described them accordingly. Presentation was perfect for each dish, It was adorable that the had a children's menu for the little one to color on, read more

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Not cheap but no regrets; it was pretty amazing. Reservation secured I made my way down the stairs into the subterranean space - stone walls and floors, dimly lit with chandeliers and table lamps, classic vocal jazz playing barely audibly - and after a short wait was brought to my seat at the bar. Customers to my left and right were engaged in their own conversations so aside from replying to a couple of quick questions about what was on my plate and theirs I was left to my own thoughts. I enjoyed watching the two bartenders making beautiful, complicated drinks. Bethany, who was also my waitress, was in training and getting lots of coaching from the head bartender. These drinks require finesse and making them correctly takes time to master. I started with a Cherry Smoked Pig, made from Hogsworth Bourbon, Armagnac, Luxardo, sweet vermouth, El Guapo bitters, aged vanilla bitters, smoked cherry. An escalated Manhattan, basically. The bitters really made this drink special, one of bitters (the vanilla) actually aged in a miniature wood barrel behind the bar. The complimentary table bread, made in house daily and described as focaccia, was unusual but interesting: white, very soft, and brushed with agave and sea salt. It came with a compound butter that looked interesting, but I didn't try it. The bread worked well for getting the last of the goodness from my very small appetizer "Oysters A La Soul": roasted, topped with crawfish, bacon, breadcrumbs, side of Creole Bell habanero sauce. So good. The sauce was interesting: tangy and sweet and not as hot as I expected from the name. Only three oysters. I should have got the larger size with six but the price stopped me. And also the fact that I knew my chosen entree was one of the larger-size portions on their menu. This was the "Wild Boar Volcano Shank": Confit Fort Worth (not sure what that is and Google was no help), Texas wild boar, maque choux, crispy sweet plantains, rum lime foster sauce. A meat lover's dish to be sure: three large pieces, on the bone for easy handling (and I wasn't shy about using my hands on occasion when the knife and fork wasn't the right tool), tender, and smoky and sweet from the glaze. The plantains really were simultaneously soft and crispy. And the maque choux was so well crafted that they almost made me reconsider my dislike of okra - but not quite. How is "wild boar" different from pork? From the research I did later, it's complicated. Truly wild-caught game isn't really a thing in the USA; it's actually illegal to serve in restaurants. But what they do in Texas may come close; huge private ranches - one is 800,000 acres - where the boar roam free and are caught by skilled hunters. At least according to one article that I read. Does it make a difference? As for the taste, I can't say, but it if truly is free-range then I approve for the animals' sake. For the vegetarians there's the "Vegetarian Specialty", described as "Chef will prepare a unique and delicious entree with today's fresh ingredients. Ask your server what Chef has prepared tonight." No doubt it's delicious, but I think if you're a vegetarian you've come to the wrong place! My second drink was a Barrel-Aged Sazerac: Castel & Key Restoration rye, absinthe rinse, Bitter Truth lemon bitters, Peychaud's bitters, Bitter Truth apricot liqueur. Best Sazerac ever, if not exactly traditional. These cocktails were strong so a third was out of the question. All the specialties sounded amazing. Wish I could have tried them all. Alligator Soul is one of those "foodie" places. Overheard conversations seemed more about the food than their personal lives. One group was discussing the merits of various Campari analogs for several minutes. Three other solo diners at the bar, all well dressed men with beards, spent several minutes examining the menus and asking many questions but otherwise kept to themselves. I finished with Banana Cheesecake Parfait: Brûléed banana, banana compote, banana pudding, rum caramel, Chantilly whipped cream cheese, crushed candied pecans, Nilla Wafer crumble, whipped cream, coconut flakes. That's a lot of ingredients! But it made sense as a whole, and because of the careful plating they could be enjoyed separately, so it was like several desserts in one. read more

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For full details, please see my prior review. Had to go back to try the bison Mac n cheese--so savory, gooey, hot, cheesy. It was excellent. Also tried the wild boar volcano shank, which was fall off the bone tender and absolutely delicious. It is gamey, as expected, so be aware before you order this tasty masterpiece. It's not the usual pork chop! Service was again good. Not as amazing as Paige maybe, but was still great. Again, the drinks were superb. I had the charcuterie board again with the rabbit-python sausage and candied alligator. Can't beat this place and there isn't anywhere else in Savannah like it. Come with an empty stomach and a big appetite. I might go a third time before I leave the city. And make sure you have a reservation! read more

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Alligator Soul is recommended on a lot of lists for fancy dinners in Savannah. They're located in the lower level of the building, so it's kind of a speakeasy vibe as you proceed down the stairs into the dark restaurant. You definitely need a reservation! Alligator Soul is very wild game focused. There are vegetarian options, but most options are meat heavy. And everything is quite expensive, so prepare yourself. I tried the crispy alligator (it was my first time tasting alligator), and it tasted like chicken but with a chewy texture. The buttermilk ranch was really tasty, but I'm not sure the alligator was worth the expense. The scallops special was pretty solid. The wild game macaroni and cheese was the star of the meal! It was topped with bison on the night that I visited. The portion was small but delicious! The Negroni was maybe the best Negroni I've ever had! The complimentary bread was also delicious! Overall, the meal was good but definitely very expensive. read more

Alligator Soul - Crispy Alligator - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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We celebrated our engagement with a dinner here, and it was an absolute 10/10 experience! Our server was attentive, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable, making the evening even more special by congratulating us and leaving a heartfelt note that added such a personal touch. The restaurant's intimate, quiet ambiance created the perfect vibe for the occasion. We kicked off with drinks. I had the Alligator Foal mocktail, which was hands-down the best mocktail I've ever tasted. My fiancé opted for the Velvet Nectar, which was great too. The meal began with a little stuffed pepper to cleanse our palate, bursting with flavor (I wish I wrote down what it was!). Then came warm, soft bread paired with a phenomenal garlic herb butter which was perfection in every bite. For appetizers, we chose the crispy alligator, which was perfectly cooked/seasoned, and served with a delicious buttermilk ranch. Our main courses were the deviled crab, a local day boat black fish from the South Carolina coast, and a side of wild game mac and cheese. Every dish was flawlessly seasoned, packed with flavor, and cooked to perfection. This was, without a doubt, the ideal spot for our special occasion. We couldn't be happier with our experience and highly recommend it! read more

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The very best "old fashioned" that I have had in a while. The swordfish was exceptional. We cannot recommend this place high enough. This is a must stop for date night, special occasions or just one of the best meals in the best atmosphere in Savannah. read more

A Savannah must! My friends and I drug our feet on dinner reservations, and stopped here on a whim. Somehow, we scored four seats at the bar together. Everything from drinks, to food, absolutely fantastic. Our two bartenders were fantastic, they made our dining experience to notch. The ambiance is lovely, located in a basement gives this restaurant a very romantic/exclusive vibe. Low lit, candles, southern food in the air.. yes! My gumbo was very good. Perfectly flavored, and a generous portion size as well. Make reservations, check this place out! read more

Alligator Soul - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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Ambience, service and food were exceptional! Had the red fish special which was amazing. One person in my party had the shrimp and grits which she said was delicious except she wishes the tails were taken off. You can't go wrong at Alligator Soul. read more

Alligator Soul - Beignets with ice cream - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

We had a fantastic dinner at Alligator Soul Restaurant omg we have not had such good food in a while. You enter going down into a basement and as you walk in, you're greeted by elegant exposed brickwork, chandeliers, and decor. The exposed beams, drapery, and fountains in the windows caught my attention. We were seated straight away, and our server, Charlie, who made us feel right at home, made our night. He brought great conversation and told us about the food and gave us solid recommendations. His attention to detail and customer service skills were off the charts. We started the night popping bottles, and the amuse-bouche and homemade bread came out, which we did not take a photo of because we ate it so quickly that we forgot. From the perfectly tender Alligator bites to the mouth-watering bone marrow and mushroom dish, which was rich in flavor. The bone marrow had lots of bone marrow, not like some restaurants where they hand you a dried-out chicken bone and a bunch of bread. The salad came out next, and omg, Charlie split it and made it into two giant salads that were creamy and cheesy. Even the lettuce tastes good, and I don't generally eat salads. The little cheese croutons were fantastic they took the salad to the next level. Then came another bottle of bubble and the wild boar. The wild boar was absolutely divine and melted off the bone. There was a point where I was like, screw the fork and knife, and ate it like boar on a stick!. We were so stuffed but could not resist, then we tried their creamy mashed potatoes that were fluffy and creamy and so buttery that I'm not sure what type of black magic the chef pulled off, but those were not potatoes. Finally, I worked up the strength to try the greens. These were the best greens I have ever had. They were fresh and packed with flavors. These were absolutely incredible even the texture was good. It paired perfectly with the boar. We ended the night with a digestiff and then Charlie brought us some special holiday mulled wine the chef made. Thank you, Charlie, we will be back again! We had a fantastic time. #alligatorsoulrestaurant #savannahgeorgia #yelpelite #alligatorsoul read more

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I have been coming to Savannah for 4 years for work and Alligator Soul has been a staple. Always, fresh, delicious food and wine. Excellent service in a cozy basement space. I like the bar the best! I will miss visiting. Thanks you to the owners for a truly great dining experience read more

Alligator Soul - Redfish - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

This was our choice for our 25th anniversary dinner, and they did not disappoint! First, the place is amazing, dark and romantic while the mood lighting and decor choices brighten and liven the space. We were greeted and sat promptly, our server was bright and cheerful... she knew the menu well and explained the specials in a way that helped you visualize the dish (kangaroo was the exotic special of the night btw!). Cocktails and wine were both spectacular, duck fat French fries to start were simple but SO good and crispy. My wife has the fish special... blackened red drum on a bed of alligator dirty rice and grilled asparagus and finished every delicious morsel! I opted for the wild boar shank off the menu, it was fall off the bone tender and had a deep meaty flavor more like braised beef than pork... I was also a member of the clean plate club! Unfortunately, we were too full for dessert, but I can only imagine it too would have been excellent. Highly recommend! Grab a reservation, if you don't love your time slot call them a few hours prior to see if they can move you... they were able to get us in earlier than our reservation time. read more

Wonderful conversation and meal. Never had the kangaroo, but it was tasty. Dessert was wonderful as well. Nice glass of wine to top it all off. read more

In a town of mediocre, tourist-catering restaurants this place flips the script. Yes, it has conventional menu items for the culinarily feint of heart. But by and large the menu is creative and cutting edge. I never thought I'd use such descriptors about what I expected to be a bayou-influenced seafood joint. But "joint" it is not. I just did not have a sweet gator bites or hot mushroom salad on my bingo card. I also had a fish special on couscous that was perfection. I can't wait to come back here on my next trip to Savannah. Hopefully I'll never eat any more fried oysters or fried shrimp again. read more

Let me start by saying I'm a northerner, not versed in the palate of southern cuisine. I'm from Chicago so am accustomed to both high end and ethically diverse restaurants, so not inexperienced with the qualities of a good meal. On our vacation to Savannah, I chose a highly rated restaurant, hoping to expand my palate to embrace the local cuisine. I found the food overpriced, and glommy. Our waiter did not acknowledge that I had two bite of my entree. read more

Alligator Soul - Deviled crab entree $58 - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

This was my birthday dinner. Very classy and clean inside. The service was amazing. Our server was very sweet and informative. Made my birthday feel special. The food was just as delicious. The meat was fall off the bone tender. read more

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Very nice spot but to access you have to go downstairs from the sidewalk. The menu is a little different, but there's something for everyone.. I enjoyed it!! read more

We are so happy that we found this restaurant. It was very hard to sift through reviews of so many tourist trap restaurants that people describe as "great" or "the best" when in fact it ends up being mediocre. Every time we travel to Savannah and try a new place, we are generally disappointed. Not here! We will come here every single time we're in town. First of all, the people are service industry oriented - very nice and welcoming. Not pretentious. Not snobby. We called at 9 pm for a reservation the night of our son's SCAD graduation when our resos at another place fell through and we were left scrambling for a special occasion place. I feel terrible asking a kitchen for a last-minute spot. They didn't bat an eye and graciously welcomed us and didn't act like we had burdened them coming in so close to closing time. More importantly, Paige was the best server we have ever had. Nice, but not in a fake way, she explained the menu as a chef would. She was familiar with all the details and had clearly tasted all the items and knew how everything was prepared and what components went into each dish. When our food runner accidentally gave us the wrong charcuterie plate that had tree nuts (husband is allergic and we had left EpiPen at home!), she spotted it from afar and swooped in to grab the platter and bring us the right one. We have never had a server spot that before and rectify the issue before we had a chance to say anything. She also walked us through each cheese and protein on the charcuterie board. Seems obvious but we recently went to a Michelin starred resto and they served us a platter and didn't name one single cheese. The food was the best food we've had in months. Rabbit and python sausage was a highlight of our trip. We will be back and we will be asking to sit in Paige's section. read more

Alligator Soul - Charcuterie platter with rabbit and python sausage, candied alligator, and a laguiole knife (automatic love) - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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This is one of my favorite places to eat in Savannah! The food and service is hands down some of the best my husband and I have experienced! My husband made a reservation tonight ( the night before Valentine's Day ) and we enjoyed an appetizer of a salad with yogurt and goat cheese, Plus their signature grits croutons ! This dish was out of this world but the croutons them selves are amazing!! Our main dishes were duck and elk , we were both overjoyed with our main dishes. We finished the night with a desert each, I had beniet with coffee ice cream and my husband had banana cheese cake. We can not sing the praises of the chef enough! The only advice I would give is to come with an open mind , the dishes are not main stream they are just DELICIOUS; and don't expect it to be cheap! HIGHLY RECOMMEND GOD BLESS read more

Alligator Soul - Beniet and coffee ice cream - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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We went last night for my friends birthday and had a wonderful time. All of the servers and weight staff were amazing. We snagged a last-minute reservation and we're very happy with it. It is very quiet and nice inside. We had the charcuterie board, the elk, the bison, short rib, and the peach turnover and all were wonderful. Our servers were very knowledgeable and explain explaining everything we can't wait to go back. read more

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Wonderful place. Totally unique and terrific. Buckle up....the menu is very cool. Try the charcuterie board!!! read more

Our family is obsessed with Cajun food and has tried numerous places across the country, but this one takes the cake. I will dream about this meal! The gumbo was extremely flavorful. the deviled crab so fresh. Our server was also one of the kindest. Overall an incredible experience. read more

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Absolutely amazing!!! Our first night in Savannah we came here (an unexpected reservation, we arrived a day early) and are SO glad!! Amazing service, ambiance, and food. Seated immediately for an 8:30 res. We had delicious bread to start (keep this in mind when ordering, you WILL eat it all), followed by two cups of gumbo (SOOOOOO good, shrimp, fried green tomato, frog legs, and probably more that I can't remember now), mushroom salad, and the board with-- literally the best alligator in my life (candied), hummus with black ants (only tasted like garlic, really), rabbit and python sausage (gamey but so yummy!), and cheese, olives, artichoke, and honey. So amazing!!! We ended by splitting the alligator, crawfish, crab cake. Also amazing and full of each meat and so much flavor, but we were so full from the appetizers. All were amazing, but we would next time get the gumbo mainly because it was incredible! read more

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You need to be ready to try some unusual foods when you eat here. But we loved everything we tried. Wild boar was off the charts! Can't wait to go back. read more

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The best crab cakes I ever had. Alligator soul is an amazing spot! We had the alligator crab cakes and the wild game specialty, which was elk. The crab cakes, which I wish I photographed, were unbelievable. They mixed together alligator and local Georgia crab and it was unlike anything I ever had. Creamy, crabby, and a little spicey. Unreal. The elk was very well cooked and worth getting if you love wild game, which I do, but nowhere near as show stopping as those crab cakes. Really cool location and interior. Just a couple blocks south of Broughton St, the entrance is a little stairway along the sidewalk leading underground. You walk down into a dimly lit cavernous interior that fits the theme of alligator perfectly. The only thing I did not like was my drink: a spin on a vieux carre, which had duck fat in it. Our waiter described the duck fat as subtle and flavorful. It was not subtle - the drink had a velvety, almost slimey, texture and the taste of melted fat overwhelmed the entire drink and made it pretty gross. They remade it for me without the duck fat, and it was delicious. Excellent service, and even better food. I can't wait to have those crab cakes again! read more

Alligator Soul - Wild game specialty (elk) - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

Our waiter Charlie was incredible! He made our girls dinner so special. Food was great, espresso martinis were top tier. read more

Alligator Soul - Duck Fat Fries - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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We had a truly amazing dinner at alligator soul and enjoyed some absolutely delicious Cajun food. I can't wait to come back here. read more

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Our server, Charlie, was excellent and provided outstanding service throughout the evening. The food was fantastic, and it was an ideal place to spend New Year's Eve. I ordered the bison short rib served over mashed potatoes, while my girlfriend had the redfish on risotto--both dishes were exceptional. The drinks were also great; I typically order an Old Fashioned, and it was well-made and nicely balanced. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant for a date night or any special occasion. read more

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Such a great experience. I found this place online and I am so glad we went. The service was outstanding and the atmosphere was incredible!!! The server recommended a few entrees and appetizers. So good read more

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Fantastic dinning experience! I loved that they had smaller bowels so that we were able to try a few different things. The gumbo had plenty of spice without an overpowering heat. Definitely try the candied alligator. Page our server was wonderful! She even gave us some great suggestions for things to do in Savanna read more

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This restaurant is a true gem in Historic Downtown Savannah! From the food to the service to the ambiance! This place is truly amazing and they do an outstanding job! Definitely recommend going to this restaurant whether it's for an anniversary, birthday, date night or just a night out for dinner you will not be disappointed! Well done Alligator Soul!! read more

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A lovely dinner spot in Savannah. A steep staircase to get into the restaurant. Our server was really friendly and attentive. The prices are pretty steep for the portion but we enjoyed the food. We had the bison steak which was $70. Tasty but expensive. A nice wine list and cocktail menu. read more

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I came here for my husband's birthday over the winter and have been hanging on to this review! I made a reservation on Open Table a few weeks in advance. It was a late seating, 9 pm, and I kept meaning to call to check for an earlier time but kept forgetting. Thankfully I was able to get an earlier time a week before, at 6:30 pm. We arrived on time and our table was ready. To our surprise, the dining room was empty. Table started coming in after 7 pm and by the time we left after 8 pm, the restaurant was full. It seemed like most of the entrees were specials or seasonal. I ordered the fish entree and he ordered the game entree which was venison. Of course we had to taste the alligator fritters and they were similar to a fried crab cake. For dessert, we enjoyed the peanut butter pie and wow was it delicious. I can taste the richness on my tongue thinking about it. Before we left, they gave us another sweet treat to go in the logo'd box as a birthday gift for my husband. I have a feeling we will be back every year! read more

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It always interesting when you find creole/cajun outside of New Orleans. This place has it figured out.