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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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

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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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

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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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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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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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

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

Alligator Soul - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

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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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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

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

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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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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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

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

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

Alligator Soul has a lot going for it, starting with the ambiance--it's absolutely lovely and sets the tone for a special night out. The service was equally delightful: attentive, warm, and genuinely welcoming. We also enjoyed the warm bread service, which was a nice touch and a strong start to the meal. The oyster appetizer was a highlight. The oysters were tasty, with a well-balanced sauce that complemented them nicely. The house salad featured fresh, crisp vegetables, but the garlic ranch dressing fell flat and lacked the flavor we were hoping for. Unfortunately, some of the main dishes didn't live up to expectations. The alligator bites were overly salty and too chewy, making them difficult to enjoy. The duck was cooked well from a technical standpoint, but it needed something more to round out and elevate the flavors. Given the price point, we expected a more cohesive and memorable dining experience. While the setting and service were excellent, the food overall missed the mark, leaving us feeling a bit disappointed by the end of the meal. read more

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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We were really looking forward to dining at Alligator Soul, but unfortunately, the experience fell flat across the board. The food was just OK--nowhere near the caliber you'd expect for the price point. The mushroom salad in particular should really be renamed the Wilted Mushroom Salad. At $22, it was underwhelming, lacking both in portion and flavor. We also ordered the Deviled Crab entree which is supposed to have alligator in it, but you'll need to look hard to actually find the alligator in it. For a place that brands itself around unique Southern fare, the execution just wasn't there. To top things off, one of our first interactions was being asked to remove a hat--which we were fine with, but there's no dress code posted anywhere online or at the entrance. It set an unnecessarily rigid tone for the evening and came off a little pretentious. The Old Fashioned was oddly spicy--an unexpected twist that didn't really work--and the complimentary focaccia bread, while served hot, had a sneaky kick to it as well. Pro tip: eat it from the bottom up if you want to avoid a fiery first bite. Overall, the ambiance was nice, but the combination of uneven food, confusing expectations, and a generally underwhelming experience left us disappointed. We won't be back. read more

Starters & appetizers were great, entree left a lot to be desired. Mushroom salad was so yummy. Loved loved the baked Brie. Bone Marrow had no flavor and the cracker provided did not go well. The shrimp & grits were bland. The gumbo was too heavy on the cumin (which I love in very ethnic foods) but literally overpowered everything else in the dish. The fish special just wasn't good. Service was great & our server was a hoot. Atmosphere felt like a speakeasy. Came in with high hopes for our first meal in Savannah, left disappointed. Don't get the specials. read more

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Outstanding meal!!! Great ambiance, amazing food, and absolutely perfect service!!! Angel, our waiter, was so personable, explaining foods, making appropriate conversation, and managed foods and drinks so well. Love this restaurant! Started with crispy alligator, then had bison short ribs and the duck, all incredibly tasty! read more

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We were able to snag a same day dinner reservation for Saturday night. My husband was interested in trying it out because of the unique meats on the menu. This place did not disappoint. It was the best dinner we had during our short weekend trip to Savannah. Our server Hannah was excellent. Attentive but not bothersome and she explained all the specials in such detail that we had to get them. My husband got the elk special and I chose the lionfish special. Both were delicious! We chose the bone marrow and the alligator bites for our apps. And for dessert, we had the beignets. Everything was excellent. For the non- drinkers, they also had mocktails available. The restaurant itself was located in the lower level or basement of the building. It was relatively quiet so you can easily have a dinner conversation. Highly recommend this place if you're an adventurous eater and you are open to other types of proteins besides the usual. read more

Went here on our honeymoon at the recommendation of a friend who called this his "favorite restaurant in the world" and it truly was a great experience overall! Walking down the stairs we were greeted by the staff (we were the first reservation of the night so the whole crew was ready) who showed us to our table in this beautifully decorated subterranean restaurant. They put us at a two top a little further away which gave us a romantic setting for dinner. Starting with the drinks we got the bumblebee and the butterfly and an old fashioned which were both better than we could have hoped for. With our dinner we got a wine that was called "Love(R)" which was appropriate and we couldn't pass that up (good rose, Syrah grapes light and tasty). After dinner we had a limoncello and what my wife called "possibly the best espresso martini ever" (she's had a lot so maybe!) which were both good. Before we even ordered we were given an amuse-bouche of a tostada with a creamy sauce on it which really set the tone for the dinner. For an appetizer we got the gator bites (duh) which were cooked great and tasty! For dinner we got both the game special and the fish of the day. The elk tenderloin was impressively cooked. The seasoning and the meat were just in complete harmony. The redfish over grits was tasty too, perfectly cooked with a crispy outside and tender flaky inside. The sides also were impressive be it the carrot or the grits everything just popped with flavor. Now to talk about the service. As I said this was our honeymoon and we set it up that way on OpenTable, the staff had a congratulatory card for us upon arrival and was top tier from the moment we walked in. Our server was polite and knowledgeable while being witty and making our evening extra special. Overall I absolutely recommend this place for a special occasion. It's a little bit pricey but everything was done extremely well and it was as worth it in my opinion. They really put the soul in soul food and made the first day of our honeymoon very special read more

Alligator Soul - Amuse-bouche! - Southern Near Me - Savannah, Georgia

What an incredible meal had here!! My husband and I were in town for our 3rd wedding anniversary and he wanted to find an upscale southern restaurant to celebrate the day of, and after some research - we landed on Alligator Soul... and wow! I'm glad we did!! Upon walking in (downstairs from the main street which was pretty neat) we were seated right away (with a reservation) and the atmosphere felt very intimate and welcoming! Our server, who I sadly can't remember his name (so sorry) was incredibly nice and attentive, he made really great recommendations and made our entire meal super enjoyable! (We were there on March 27th at 7:30 p.m.) They started us off with an amuse-bouche, which was obviously small but full of flavor! It was alligator bacon on a homemade chip (don't quote me). We then ordered some starters: the carving board and the frog legs. I will start off by saying that to really enjoy this restaurant and the uniqueness of it, you should be adventurous and open to eating new foods that you usually don't see on many menus. That being said, the carving board had bone marrow, hummus with black ants, candied alligator, three types of cheeses, Savannah bee honey and bread/flatbread. I had never tried bone marrow before, but our server recommended putting it on the flatbread and it was so good! If you're worried about the black ants, don't be - the hummus was so tasty and you couldn't taste much else, perhaps maybe some saltiness. Once we finished the bone marrow, our server asked if we would like a shot of whiskey or bourbon.... to take as a the shot down the bone!! Of course my husband had to do it lol! The next appetizer we ordered was the frog legs. The BEST frog legs I've ever had. All the meat came off the bone and it was prepared perfectly!! It came with "Hoppin' John" which was their staple rice and it was great! For entrees, we ordered Alligator Crab Cakes and the Wild Boar Stroganoff (which was one of the specials that day) and shared it. Both were fantastic!!!! The crab cakes had a good amount of meat in them, and the wild boar was prepared like a pot roast and nice and tender! We also ordered a side of alligator chorizo mac n cheese - we just had to and it did NOT disappoint!! Of course, we ended with dessert: banana cheesecake. YUM!! After a big hearty meal, our server recommended this light dessert... it was perfect! Our anniversary dinner at Alligator Soul was absolutely one of the highlights of our trip and we would absolutely recommend it and come back!!! read more

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