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    Coastal Kitchen

    3.9 (518 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    COASTAL KITCHEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Gumbo and blackened chicken nachos
    Mike G.

    Stopped in for a well needed happy hour since it was close by. My wife ordered a $6 HH glass of wine and I ordered an old-fashioned with well bourbon, which was old Forrester. There was a $3 up charge for the OF on top of the $6 well bourbon. We then ordered a few items off the happy hour menu, including the duck egg roll (good), shrimp dip (just ok) blackened chicken nachos (good) and a dozen oysters on a half shell (very good). The oysters were very nice and everything else was fine. I might pass on the shrimp dip next time as it was a cold dip and just OK served with some regular crackers. I also ordered a bowl of gumbo, which was hot and very tasty. Overall, we were satisfied and I recommend trying i this place. The happy hour is decent and it's situated at the Marina.

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    Carolyn H.

    First time in St Simon's Island and we had lots to choose from. Coastal Kitchen was a fine pick. Nicely done "coastal" ambiance. Service was very quick and friendly. My husband had the chicken dinner and was happy with it. I had Caesar salad and a half pound of leek and eat shrimp. The shrimp were quite large and tasty.

    Redfish
    Cathy O.

    Five of us went to what used to be Emaline &Hessies years ago. It seemed a bit smaller than remembered, though the bat area was substantial. We got a coveted table by the window with a view of the water, boats and the sunset. We started with an order of oysters, which looked amazing. I was definitely tempted, although I've recently sworn off oysters. Three of our group ordered redfish, two low country style and one Asian influenced. Another ordered a shrimp and scallop pasta that had andouille sausage and sounded New Orleans style. My own order was the scallops with sweet pea risotto over arugula. I absolutely moved mine. The risotto was so creamy and delicious. The scallops were perfectly seared and amazing. It was melt in your mouth great. Every single one of us was raving that it was the best seafood meal they'd had in ages. So I am jealous of my two friends who actually live in SSI and can come back again. LOL, I'll have to visit them again soon for some more Coastal Kitchen.

    Vodka Oysters
    Amy D.

    So delicious in a fresh atmosphere and excellent service. So many scrumptious seafood options from oysters to lobster and crab ravioli. One of our friends is allergic to seafood and they were super mindful to her needs. I highly recommend.

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    So great to have Coastal Kitchen back in business. Great food, super bar and an amazing location. The service was excellent and we can't wait to go back again soon. Try it out and you love it.

    Dirty oysters

    Me and a couple friends chose Coastal Kitchen to celebrate a birthday and had a 10/10 experience. Renesha took care of us giving friendly and attentive service ,and she even brought out the yummiest butter pecan pie with a lit candle for our birthday girl. The best view in town and the dirty oysters are a must try: raw oysters served with crema, caviar, shallots, and hot sauce. We had the best dinner thanks to Renesha!

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    Savannah L.

    The service was amazing and i want to start with that. They were quick and friendly and answered all our questions about the menu. we sat outside and it felt nice with a breeze from the water. i ordered the lobster ravioli and i was so excited. unfortunately i really disliked it and when the waitress noticed, she immediately asked if there was something else. I ended up ordering the blackened redfish and it was amazing!!

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    The food was very fresh and loved the atmosphere. Would definitely recommend to those in the area.

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    Do they have unlimited or bottomless mimosas for brunch?

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