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    Garibaldi's Cafe

    4.0 (719 reviews)
    PriceyItalian, Seafood
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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Filet mignon
    Caroline B.

    Incredible dinner at Garibaldi's to kick off my friend's bachelorette weekend. The restaurant is upscale yet cozy. The service was kind and checked on us frequently. My friend and I elected to split the lobster Rabini and the kitchen was kind enough to split it onto two plates for us, so nice of them! The lobster and pasta was excellent, I'm so glad we got it considering the high price. All of us agreed that Garibaldis were some of our best bites this entire weekend!

    Monique B.

    I made a reservation for Garabaldi's for my anniversary and the ambience set the tone just like I wanted. It was very cutesy, dark and romantic. Our waiter was very soft spoken, yet friendly and knowledgeable. I had the fried snapper, which was absolutely delicious. I also enjoyed my espresso martinis. Definitely make reservations and plan accordingly for parking.

    Valarie G.

    Upon walking in, we were greeted enthusiastically. It was refreshing. Our server was promptly at our table to get our dinner experience underway! Executive Chef Gerald Green made the visit even more special by personally preparing my dessert and bringing it upstairs. The Almond Berry Basket with Cinnamon Ice Cream was delicious and beautiful! For my main course, I experienced the Chrispy Diamond Scored Flounder! This was a fantastic choice that I recommend! The upstairs was beautifully decorated and perfect for date night!

    Seared Sea Scallops
    Lauren B.

    We had a reservation at a different restaurant but ended up being there almost an hour before we were even brought any water or drinks. We left and ended up at Garibaldi's! They were able to seat our party of 8 with short notice. Our server, Drew, was awesome! He was knowledgeable about the menu and very attentive. The food and drinks were great as well. I had the seared sea scallops, which were perfectly cooked and served with a risotto. Everyone at our table enjoyed their food and experience.

    Roasted Olive Bowl
    Laura P.

    It's always an enjoyable evening at Garibaldis. Great food, classic cocktails, lovely upscale restaurant. My favorite starter is their Olive Bowl with Mediterranean olives and a Tunisian olive mix. Yummy. For the dinner entree I opted for the 5 Layer Lasagna of mozzarella and ricotta cheeses, veal, beef and Italian sausage and their marinara - decadent! I really stepped out of my box by ordering the Lasagna as my standard order at Garibaldis is their Crispy Scored flounder. Thankfully, my son shared a bit of his, and as always, it was delicious! In a side note, if you're wanting to entertain a large group/party/dinner Garibaldis has a gorgeous mirrored room upstairs for your fabulous event. Can't wait to return!

    Two lobster special and halibut with risotto
    Madeline S.

    This meal was the highlight of our New Year's Eve! Our waitress Clara was so sweet and helpful with us, selecting the perfect food. We had the stone, crab claws, fried oysters, raw oysters, the halibut special, and the lobster special. All along with a bottle of champagne and a complementary crème brûlée to congratulate us on our recent engagement. Such a memorable meal I would recommend this restaurant to anyone going to Savannah.

    Lobster Rabini

    Food and service was a 10/10 don't bother eating anywhere else in Savannah. The environment was calm and peaceful.

    Janet B.

    Garibaldis is chic, gorgeous inside, has genuinely good service and the food is phenomenal! I am so happy my friend took me here this stay! She said it was her favorite spot and it's now mine too! You have to sit upstairs, the bottom doesn't do the place justice even though it's really nice. Very swanky! ;-) We ordered the chicken piccata to share with the mushroom risotto, and had two salads! Our tab was so affordable! I could y believe it. The Mushroom risotto is a MUST- it's pure butter in your mouth and sooo rich and good! A few bites is all you need. The salads were massive! I had the artichoke salad which was huge and they split our entree for us without us having to ask. This place is very underrated! 5 stars all around and such a great date night!

    Hearts of Palm Salad - herb dressing was smooth, creamy and complementary.
    Travis A.

    Fantastic food and excellent service (Avery). Everything was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. Highly recommend! Loved the romantic setting, warm and glowing with class!

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    Steve C.

    This was our first visit, and it has a nice, upscale, yet comfortable ambience. We were seated at a cozy, upholstered bench seat table for two. The seat cushion definitely needed to be replaced as it was worn out and not too comfortable. For starters, I had a cup of jambalaya (really spicy, but good), she had the poached pear salad and loved it. For entrées, she went with the Carbonara and I had the Chicken Parmesan. Her Carbonara was tasty, but we both thought it would be better with either spaghetti or fettuccine noodles versus the shell noodles. My Chicken Parmesan was very average tasting. Menu is a little on the pricier side. Arnold did an excellent job serving us!

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    Beautiful restaurant! The server was very professional and knowledgeable of all the cuisine that the chef had offered that night.

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    Excellent food. Excellent service. The Crispy Scored Flounder is fantastic - highly recommended.

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    Mediocre food that was so overpriced. Lousy rolls. Small portions. Never going back. Ambiance is the only thing it has

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    The Ambiance was great as was the service. I had the scored flounder and it was delicious

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    Ask the Community - Garibaldi's Cafe

    Would I be out of place to wear a suit jacket?

    No you'd be fine. It's a romantic place and folks wear nice clothes. We saw quite a few jackets (including my husband's) when we were there.

    Is this a good place for an early date? Her favorite food is Italian

    Garibaldi's is a very good restaurant but i wouldn't recommend it for Italian food. It's more of a seafood place. For Italian, I'd go to Corleone's, which is nearby.

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    For one of the lunches my work team had while staying at the JW Marriott Savannah Plant, we enjoyed…read morea meal outside at District Seafood with the Savannah River in our view. The menu is short and straightforward for lunch at least. Not a large selection, focusing on various fish and shellfish dishes revolving around shrimp, fish and chips, and oysters primarily. If you're looking for a burger or wings, you're not going to find one here. So take note. I enjoyed my crab cake BLT immensely with bacon and tarragon aioli. I also added some Cholula for good measure, as I like the creaminess of that hot sauce with the saltiness and savoriness of the crab cake and bacon on the sandwich. Overall, service was solid, and our drinks and food orders were taken fairly quickly. We enjoyed the view outside, as the skies were clear and not too chilly for the time of year we were there in November. But I'm sure it can get more nippy as you enter the winter months -- my Florida blood is speaking, so pay that no mind.

    It's a nice place to eat near the river and right outside the JW Marriott. There's some tables and…read morea bar area under the shade. The fresh oysters are probably a hit or miss. The oysters I got were tiny and not plump. The Broiled Oysters - Rockefeller style I got were a lot better and more plump. These tasted smelled and tasted pretty good. Steer away from Anna's gumbo as it was inedible. The taste was so weird and so salty it was like eating salt. The shrimp was hard inside. Unfortunately I had to throw away $16 of gumbo. There was a worker that was just constantly eating French fries with his gloves on near the takeout station.

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    District Seafood - Seafood platter with fries. A few shrimp and calamari  atop a bed of fries

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    Coastal 15 is definitely the move. Rolled in around 8 PM this Easter Sunday and they sat us…read moreimmediately--no wait, no hassle. The vibe is that perfect "upscale-ish" sweet spot. It feels high-end but keeps it strictly comfortable, kind of like a classic 90s beat--smooth, but with enough weight to keep it real. I rocked the namesake seafood soup and the Brussels sprouts, and they both hit. But the real MVP of the night was my wife's cornmeal-crusted fish and grits. She's been eating her way through Savannah all week, and she called this the undisputed champ. The waitstaff was 100--on point and kept everything moving. Word of advice: parking looks like a whole situation, so we just walked over from the hotel. If you're looking for a legit spot that's easy on the eyes and the palate, this is it. Peace.

    Made a reservation for Tuesday evening. Place was pretty empty. We probably didn't have to make a…read morereservation. Service was absolutely exceptional! Our lady was super friendly, nice and helpful. Ambiance is very modern and pleasant. It is also very spacious and romantic place, we definitely enjoyed a date night. We started with beets with goat cheese and shrimp gumbo. Both appetizers were delicious. I don't usually like gumbo but this one was very good! For main we had cioppino and salmon. Both were amazing, totally enjoyed it. We also had some mocktails that were delicious. Great place.

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    3.6(1k reviews)
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    Popped into River House Seafood on a whim and definitely didn't regret it. The staff was welcoming…read moreand attentive, and both the drinks and service came out at a solid pace considering how busy they were. I got the Southern Fried Chicken and it was just as delicious as it looked. Crispy, flavorful, and definitely worth ordering. The vibe was also perfect for either a group outing with friends or even a good date night. If you're in Savannah and looking for a good spot along the river, definitely give this place a try. You won't regret it.

    Stopped here for lunch after a long morning of walking and sightseeing. The interior is dark and…read moremoody and reminds me of old oyster bars in New England. Our server was not unfriendly, but she was no nonsense and all business which I kind of appreciated, haha. I had a cup of the LOBSTER & LUMP CRAB BISQUE (Our smooth and creamy signature bisque seasoned with a blend of coastal flavors and a touch of sherry). The bisque is a vibrant pinkish orange and absolutely delicious. It is rich so a cup was all I needed. I then ordered the ICEBERG WEDGE (A crisp wedge of iceberg lettuce topped with blue cheese crumbles, bacon, tomatoes with house made blue cheese dressing). A classic, excellent wedge salad - one of my favorites and this did not disappoint. The menu seems varied and had some decent choices, I would come back to try dinner.

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    River House Seafood - Beautiful bar area-cozy and intimate, with a friendly crowd and great service.

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    The Cotton Exchange Seafood Grill & Tavern - Mahi po boy

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    4.0(1.4k reviews)
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    Trying to eat anywhere on River Street on a Friday around 6:30pm is challenging, so waiting 40mins…read morewasn't a shocker. Walking up stairs was. We ordered Glazed salmon with pilaf rice and garlic broccoli. Also, The Feast which includes fried oysters, shrimp, catfish, fries and coleslaw. Pink lemonade. I didn't taste the garlic but I love broccoli so much that it was still good. The right amount of crunch. Fluffy pilaf rice that was tasty. Like actually good. I enjoyed the glazed salmon, cooked to perfection. There was no complaints at all pertaining to the well seasoned, crispy fried everything lol oysters, shrimp , fries and catfish. Good service and nice place to sea the ships sailing by while enjoying your meal. Nice clean bathroom. I do have a suggestion: inform the patrons ahead of time they may have to go upstairs to dine. I witnessed many complained about those stairs

    For today's lunch, the salmon seafood sandwich caught my attention…read more With a decent amount of lunch options to choose from, the salmon sandwich with it options made the cut. . You start out with a choice of bread, followed by lettuce, tomato, and French dressing, bacon and cheese. Minus the bacon and cheese of course course the sandwich was actually quite good. You get a very nice piece of salmon cooked the way you want it and it did not have that fishy taste or smell. You also get a choice of sides unfortunately they forgot to include my potato salad side. To kick off the lunch, I went with their clam chowder with potato. This was pretty good with a good amount of clams, but it was a tad on the salty side.

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