The Grouper was excellent, blackened just a bit since our waitress suggested we could ask for that. Hush puppies and side salid were as good as you can ask for. It's a casual place so no $150 wines or $50 desserts, but I will say the desserts "look" like they should be pricy. The place is nice and appropriately rustic. The VIEWS are simply AMAZING. Eat outside if weather permits, you will appreciate the sunset. Seriously, sunset timing is important. read more

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Locals Dockside: Where crab cakes and views steal the show! (Onde os bolinhos de caranguejo e a vista roubam a cena!) Pri and I rolled in hungry and left happy. We split the crab cake dinner (perfect portion, flaky and flavorful) with a baked potato and collard greens on the side. Patricia (who claims she's a "hot Latina" but apparently can't handle a little spice) thought the collards were too fiery--more for me. I thought thy were perfect. Appetizers were killer: mussels swimming in garlic oil (with a generous portion of perfectly soft dipping bread) and seared ahi that melted in our mouths. Everything was fresh, beautifully prepared, and, honestly, priced way better than it could be. (don't tell them. I loving being able to afford to go here) Service was spot-on--attentive enough to keep the drinks flowing, but chill enough to let us stare at each other and play like we do at dinner without feeling rushed. The view? Stunning. Sunset on the water, boats drifting by--pure Georgia coastal magic. If you're near Kings Bay or just passing through, do yourself a favor and stop here. The crab cakes alone are worth the detour. We'll be back... and next time Patricia might even try the spicy stuff. (She won't.) Highly recommend! --Mick & Patricia @@@@@@ 5 Estrelas - Locals Dockside: Onde os bolinhos de caranguejo e a vista roubam a cena! @@@@@@@@@ Eu e a Pri chegamos famintos e saímos felizes. Dividimos o prato de bolinhos de caranguejo (porção perfeita, crocantes e saborosos) com batata assada e couve refogada como acompanhamento. Patricia (que se diz uma "latina gostosa", mas aparentemente não aguenta um pouco de pimenta) achou a couve muito picante - mais para mim! Eu achei perfeita. As entradas estavam incríveis: mexilhões nadando em azeite de alho (com uma porção generosa de pão macio para mergulhar) e atum selado que derretia na boca. Tudo estava fresco, lindamente preparado e, honestamente, com preços muito melhores do que poderiam ser. (Não contem para eles. Adoro poder ir lá sem gastar uma fortuna). O serviço foi impecável - atencioso o suficiente para manter as bebidas sempre cheias, mas tranquilo o suficiente para nos deixar namorar e curtir o jantar sem pressa. A vista? Deslumbrante. Pôr do sol sobre a água, barcos passando - pura magia da costa da Geórgia. Se você estiver perto de Kings Bay ou apenas de passagem, faça um favor a si mesmo e pare aqui. Só os bolinhos de caranguejo já valem o desvio. Voltaremos... e da próxima vez, talvez a Patricia até experimente algo picante. (Ela não vai.) Altamente recomendado! --Mick e Patricia read more

Locals Dockside - Mariposa and The Bear - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

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Our server was Linzy - what a sweetheart. She made sure we had everything we needed. We started outside on the deck behind the restaurant with drinks and appetizers/ lovely evening - and even though a fan was blowing on us - the no seeums won - went inside for our meal . Hubby and I had lobster- it was a little overcooked but still good and 2 good sized tails with 2 sides. Our friends had the Dungeness crab and Triggerfish- both also very good with ample servings. We were so full we had to get dessert to go! Tuxedo bomb and Red Velvet cake. Very nice casual riverside restaurant- would highly recommend for service and food! read more

Locals Dockside - 2 lobster tails with a baked sweet potato with cinnamon butter- a Caesar salad preceded this - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

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Food was as fresh as fresh can be and cooked to perfection The staff was very friendly and helpful with the choice of food that you would enjoy The view from the restaurant on the water is wonderful we caught the sunset from their dock it was amazing Don't miss this place it is worth the drive plus the town is a real special place read more

Locals Dockside - Sunset from the dock - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

We loooved this restaurant ! The people that worked there were so welcoming! I wish I had gotten all of their names . But literally everyone we spoke with was so friendly I felt like I was their friend from childhood . We got two cocktails one was the toasted coconut Mai tai which was really good but the sea side mojito I think won with the fresh mint . All of our food was excellent! My ribeye was the best in my opinion. But everyone's food was so good . We got two desserts the tuxedo bomb and the lemon blue berry cake . The view was amazing! Such a wonderful night read more

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Local seafood and friendly faces paired with a gorgeous marsh view! The scallops were perfectly seared and seasoned to perfection. If you are looking for good food and a great atmosphere, this is it! read more

Locals Dockside - Scallops - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

Huge kudos & a big shout out to Locals for lunch today! I especially want to recognize Sydney for her kindness, calm presence, genuine care, and professionalism while serving my father and me. She truly made us feel welcome and well taken care of. Shout out to the Chef for the incredible Ahi Tuna and perfectly grilled Cobia -- absolutely delicious! And compliments to the entire lunch team for creating such a warm and memorable dining experience today. Thank you again -- we truly enjoyed every minute! read more

Locals Dockside - Fresh Ahi Tuna appetizer ! - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

Good was excellent! Fabulous views just in time for the sunset. The shrimp and grits were delicious t. The blackened scallops spiced just right. It's a must stop. Have the Georgia Peach cocktail to enhance the evening. Great music and service. read more

We just left after a wonder lunch! Alex was our server and she was absolutely amazing! Attentive, friendly, and overall just great. Our food came out in a timely manner and was delicious! Hot and fresh! Prices are very reasonable. We are visiting from out of town and this establishment defiantly gives southern charm and hospitality. Will come back again when we visit again! read more

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Great spot with good views and food. Nice selection of beers. The crab bisque was outstanding, creamy but not too creamy. Bacon wrapped scallops were also outstanding. Crab cake sandwich was plentiful. Oyster Po Boy was really good with a nice amount of oysters on buttered bread with tomato and lettuce. Roe was our server and ready for business. read more

Locals Dockside - Menu p1 - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

We're staying at the Good Bread House Bed and Breakfast and the owner suggested eating here. We're so glad she did. We actually shared the crab stuffed flounder and it was a plate of amazing flavor! It came with 2 sides and we ordered an extra side salad which was perfect. The extra hot hush puppies was a treat as well. The service was fast and friendly and we will definitely be back. Enjoy! read more

Wow! Incredible! My wife and I both had blackened scallops with baked potatoes. She had the asparagus and I had mac-n-cheese, and everything was out of this world. For dessert we split a chocolate bomb and it was tremendous. Our waittress Tara was the best! We so enjoyed walking around the landing watching the sun set, and the gorgeous gazebo and water fountain. read more

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Thank you to the wonderful staff for helping me celebrate my husband's 40th birthday today. I had a cake made so I can give it to him and they were really nice about singing happy birthday and even got some of the restaurant in on it. I can't thank the staff enough. I hope they enjoy the delicious Publix cake I left them. Our dinner was excellent. I had the Mahi dinner special with Cole slaw and greens and he had his fried shrimp, mashed potatoes and coleslaw slaw. He accidentally got sweet potato fries but I ended up eating them lol read more

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I go on Wednesday all you can eat shrimp two sides for $25. You can get their shrimp fried grilled blackened shrimp is excellent as service is good. A scenery is beautiful. read more

Great service. Food was pretty good, desserts were great. Could use some easy fixer-uppers in the bathrooms. Dock out the back was gorgeous. read more

Food was so delicious and the server Dana was so nice!!! It was a beautiful evening to sit out on the deck. Will definitely be back!!! Pam & Jay Hershey, Pa read more

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Passing through the area on a road trip. A local suggested this place, I can see why. The restaurant is located in town along the water front. A beautiful place to watch the sunset. We sat inside as someone said it was buggy outside. The decor was coastal and casual. I had the Fried Shrimp dinner and it was outstanding & fresh tasting. The Cole Slaw was delicious, homemade & lightly dressed. My husband had the crab cakes and said they were really good. The server Paula was a doll. Sunset amazing! If you are passing through give it a try. Highly recommend read more

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Went to Locals for lunch and had the fish special (blackened Corvina) with fried cabbage and tri color cauliflower.... Chef Chad there knows his way around a kitchen. Definitely will be back. read more

Locals Dockside - Blackened Corvina Fish, tri-color cauliflower, & fried Cabbage. - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

Just an absolute wonderful place. We dined outside with breathtaking views. Service was top notch and your food was so yummy! We can't wait to return read more

Great spot, locals love! The food was fresh and delicious. The service was friendly. And the ambiance was a comfortable, small-town, local feel. This restaurant is right along the water front in historic downtown St. Mary's, so you have the view of the water, if you want to sit outside on their patio. We sat inside, in the AC, since it was a very hot day. We were greeted and waited about 2 minutes to be seated, as the restaurant was starting to pick up for lunch. I ordered a sweet tea, fried fish & chips lunch special, with a side of Mac n cheese. The fish was a large portion and fried to perfection. The batter was crispy, and the fish fresh and flaky. I loved it. The Mac n cheese was good, but could be a bit more creamy in my opinion. My mom ordered the fried oysters with sweet potato fries, and she loved it! They also have burgers and sandwiches on their menu, along with pastas and salads. I would definitely return here for yummy seafood lunch. read more

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Great views. Shade on outside patio. Service was great and we tried the specials. The food was particularly good. Our waitress was very flexible and responsive. Great asset of St Mary's town. read more

Chef Chad is new and expanded Locals menu. I had the Southern trigger fish grilled fresh and delicious. Sides were crisply fried asparagus and the best Cole slaw I've had anywhere. "Downtown" St Marys now has a variety of choices for dining. read more

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Incredible food, love the ambiance, real seafood restaurant setting on the marsh and the water, and the raccoon that hangs out is very friendly. Great experience. read more

We go to Cumberland Island quite frequently for backpacking and camping. We are always starving when we get back but have usually gone into Kingsland for food. We thought we would give this place a try on a whim. We were not expecting much. It was outstanding! The crab bisque was legit! Crab tasted fresh and great flavor and texture. Fried shrimp were perfect. Shrimp was obviously fresh and not frozen. Hand battered. It was also cooked in fresh fryer oil. Even the fries were really damn good. Only been once but 100% making this our ritual stop after camping.. read more

If you have time for a ten minute detour off of I 95 Locals Dockside is a great place to eat, relax and enjoy a view of boats and Georgia lowlands. We ate outside with our dog and it was fantastic. The local shrimp served here is fresh and delicious. Friendly kind service read more

Best chicken and waffle I had !!! Great services Great location and beautiful environment read more

The food and service was outstanding. First time going there. We ate on the patio and the view was amazing. We will be back.

What a pleasant surprise! Had to be in St Mary's and decided to stop for dinner. Definitely sit outside if possible as the view was perfect, and it was definitely a bit too loud inside. We had the black grouper special that was cooked to perfection and tasted delicious, and the grilled shrimp which was equally tasty. There are options for all price ranges. Don't let the outside appearance fool you, this is definitely work the stop! read more

Really quaint restaurant. Very busy at 5:30-6. Large bar all overlooking the marsh. Great seating outdoors. We had the grilled chicken with amazing sides. My favs were sides of the pan fried cabbage in bacon and the mac and cheese. Hubby had the bleu burger and a loaded baked potato. Well worth the visit if around St. Mary's. read more

Wow! This was amazing. We started with the crab bisque, which was awesome. Then split the seafood platter with blackened trigger fish and shrimp, along with a side salad and sweet potato. It was literally all perfect- could not have been better. And it was healthy to boot! Oh, and Brittany was wonderful. Friendly, efficient and gave great recommendations. So nice to find great and healthy options, fresh and seasoned perfectly, served with a smile. Truly knocked our socks off! read more

Great local place. With great local food. A must try while in town. Shrimp and grits hit the spot !!

Used to be Lang's. Food and service was great. Large portions as well. Nice updates in decore and menu as Lang's was pretty stuck in the 70's retro paneling and all. Only Comments is booth seating and tables need updated as you can feel thier age. read more

Locals Dockside - Black and Blue Burger - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

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Food and service were awesome! Plus you have a great view of the water and pier. Loved this place! read more

Locals Dockside - View from pier outside of restaurant. - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

The food was outstanding; someone at Locals Dockside knows how to grill seafood! The scallops were perfect, melt-in-your-mouth. My blackened redfish was also seasoned just right and delectable. I really loved their unique Mac-n-cheese too. I had to knock off one star for the slooow service. Once we were sat at our table, it took forever for our server to take our drink order. We saw her twice after that: once to order our food and once when we had to wave her down to ask them to take off our appetizer that was just taking way too long. The place was moderately busy but not slammed packed so I'm not sure why the service just wasn't all that great. You know the food is good when you'd come back to dine again even after a poor service experience. And I absolutely would eat there again! read more

This place is phenomenal! The food was incredible. The atmosphere is gorgeous. My husband's exact words were "dreamy," sitting on that back patio with the breeze blowing and the river-front view. We both loved the fries. The crab cakes were amazing and the fried shrimp was pretty good! Great waitress. Super friendly. read more

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Service is hit or miss. We never got our sides and we never got our drinks refilled. At this price point it's unacceptable. But the food you do get is tasty! First time I've ever had triggerfish, which was pretty delicious! Make sure to ask what's locally caught/made vs what comes off a truck. They try to make it sound like everything is local but some of it isn't. read more

Crazy good fried food. We have eaten here twice and ordered the same thing. Admittedly, we are from AZ but we love seafood. This place was fantastic!!! The onion rings were great. we drank the Brackish kolsh style Beer and it was.really good! read more

Locals Dockside - Onion Rings - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

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When we come to vacation in St. Mary's, we've always come to eat here. Families with small children, to seniors like my husband and I. Bar area has a large screen playing whatever sports is on for the evening. You can also eat outside with a view of the marsh. Our server Dana was friendly and quick to bring our food or any extra requests or changes needed to the order. The lobster tails were excellent and priced just right. After we ordered the two chocolate cakes, we quickly realized that we were going to need to bring it back to our place. She changed it to box takeout, with no problem. A great evening was had! read more

Locals Dockside - Yes, I slayed it! - Seafood Near Me - St. Marys, Georgia

We ate there on Wednesday night and had an amazing dinner. We shared the crabcakes and raved about how fresh the salad was. We even decided to go back on Thursday. However, Thursday was a complete disaster. I ordered the trigger fish special, but was brought grouper that was overcooked and very dry. I'd also ordered it without the sauce and the sauce was on the fish. My companion also had very dry trigger fish. However, he actually got the trigger fish. I wasn't sure why my fish was switched out in the kitchen and why I was not told. I pointed it out to the waitress and she did say that it looked a lot like grouper and wasn't sure why it was switched out. I originally was going to order a steak that was online on the website menu,only to learn that they no longer have that cut of meat. The waitress also let me know that they haven't updated the website in the menu on that website for quite some time. I would not recommend it or go back to this restaurant. read more

Locals is the Gem of St Mary's Perfect for a date night, family meal, visitors in town or any reason The food is always on point and the service is always great & attentive read more